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1857 Copper Pattern $2.50 PR BN J-189 Values
Details
1857 $2.50. Obverse die varieties exist. One reverse die trial known.
Obverse: Head of Liberty facing left, coronet inscribed LIBERTY, essentially the same style as later used on the regular nickel three-cent pieces of 1865. 13 stars around, date 1857 below (same die used to strike J-186 with a cent reverse).
Reverse: Eagle at the center, wings outstretched, shield on breast, holding olive branch and three arrows. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / 2 1/2 D around border.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1857
Composition:
Copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Copper
Variety 2:
J-189
Rarity:
R-7
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
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