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1872 Amazonian, Gold Pattern $5 PR CAM J-1240 Values
Details
1872 Amazonian $5. J-1240 is part of the unique Amazonian gold set.
Obverse: Barber’s Liberty Head facing left, headband inscribed LIBERTY, tresses flowing down to right.
Reverse: Barber’s Standing Eagle with talons holding shield. Similar to the silver Amazonian issues. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / FIVE DOL. around border.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
Unique
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1872
Composition:
Gold
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Amazonian, Gold
Variety 2:
J-1240
Rarity:
R-8
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
William Barber
Obverse Lettering:
1872, LIBERTY
Obverse Designer:
William Barber
Reverse Designer:
William Barber
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