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1855 Copper-Nickel Pattern Cent PR J-170a Values
Details
1855 Cent. The alloys used in this pattern are not confirmed. Testing of these pieces has shown that most if not all described as J-170, J-171, and J-171 a are actually J-170a. 90% copper, 10% nickel
Obverse: Eagle flying to the left, stars around, motif as used in 1854, but date 1855 below.
Reverse: Wreath as used on J-165 of 1854 with four leaves under E (in STATES).
Basic Information
GSID:
213528
Coin Date:
1855
Denomination:
P1c / Pattern Cent
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1855
Composition:
Copper-Nickel
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Copper-Nickel
Variety 2:
J-170a
Rarity:
R-7
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
