1870. R-8. *CAC. Aluminum w/ regular dies. Ex-Simpson collection. Only 2 known of this great American rarity. If you hung this on your wall it would likely be multiple 7 figures. Thankfully the world of numismatics still has a ways to catch up!More
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Near Gem 1872 quarter eagle pattern in aluminum. Struck from regular dies. Rare! Blazing PQ+ Population of 1 with only 1 better at both services!More
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Incredible 1875 Double Eagle Pattern, PCGS Proof 65 Cameo Judd 1449 in Aluminum, which at the time this was struck was more valuable than gold and as such was used in special presentations to foreign dignitaries, other important people. This coin comes from a dealers personal collection. He had purchased this coin to put away for his children. Very rare opportunity.
Two claimed to be known, per uspatterns.com. However this is the only one graded at either grading service. Incredible surfaces and near perfect in eye appeal, 34mm, Simpson pedigree and cac'd
Judd 664-R-7 Rarity- an amazing and rare American Gold Eagle designed by J.B Longacre. Struck in Aluminum which at the time of striking was more valuable than gold! Excellent presentation proof striking with only a few known to exist-expert USPATTERNS claims "about a half dozen are known." At least four were issued as part of aluminum pattern sets which yours truly is responsible for handling a complete set which, unfortunately the owner from the Carolina's broke up and sold piecemeal. A great rarity in the world of pattern/prototype numismatics and if considered as investment, consider the fact that about a handful of these coins exist and at such a price makes a compelling reason to set aside for a time when this coin will be worth a price commensurate with it's rarity and quality