1853 Copper-Nickel Pattern Cent PR J-151 Values

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1853 Copper-Nickel Pattern Cent PR J-151 Values

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1853 Copper-Nickel Pattern Cent PR J-151 Values

Details

1853 Cent. The alloys used in this pattern are not confirmed. 40% nickel, 60% copper

Obverse: Regular production die for the 1853 quarter eagle.

Reverse: Wreath, open at the top, enclosing the inscription ONE CENT.

Basic Information

GSID:

12170

Coin Date:

1853

Denomination:

P1C / Pattern Cent

Designation:

PR

Mint & Coinage Details

Mint Location:

Philadelphia

Coinage Type:

Pattern

Coinage Years:

1853

Composition:

Copper-Nickel

Varieties and Classification

Variety:

Copper-Nickel

Variety 2:

J-151

Rarity:

R-L6

Physical Characteristics

Strike Type:

Proof

Coin Shape:

Round

Design Details

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