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Proof ***Auction Highlight*** NGC 1870 Pattern 10c Copper J-833 Graded pr66 RB CAC By NGC (fc)

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:20.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
Proof ***Auction Highlight*** NGC 1870 Pattern 10c Copper J-833 Graded pr66 RB CAC By NGC (fc)
***Auction Highlight*** NGC 1870 Pattern 10c Copper J-833 Graded pr66 RB CAC By NGC. HIGHLIGHT of THE AUCTION - RARE Copper 10c Pattern Judd-833, Pollock-923, High R-6 PF 66 RB, NGC CAC in Very Early Holder. Likely upgrade to PR66+ or PR67. Currently Tied for 2nd finest known behind 1 coin. Stunning Patina. A left-facing seated Liberty holds a shield at her right side and an olive branch in her left hand. A scroll inscribed with LIBERTY flows across the shield and a crudely fashioned cap and pole are suspended in the background. UNITED STATES / OF AMERICA occupies the periphery with the date, 1870, in exergue. The reverse is that of the regular dime issue for the year. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. About a dozen examples of each type exist in silver and copper with plain and reeded edges. Aluminum pieces exist, too, but they are even scarcer. This Superb Gem is beautifully toned is cobalt-blue and rose-violet patina. The underlying copper-brown surfaces are utterly flawless. A Corey's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away, you might not find its equal Coin. I give this coin my highest recommendation