1881 Pattern Three Cent, J-1669, rarity 7, copper, plain edge. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red and brown, premium quality. Pollock-1870, AW-1652. Design by C. E. Barber, head of Liberty as on the V nickels, reverse with III at the center of the reverse, wreath of cotton and corn surrounding. One of 7 so graded by PCGS, none higher or lower. Lovely faded mint red in color, with a couple of minute fly specks, mostly on the reverse. Another opportunity for the pattern specialist.
From the Madison Collection.
