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Speaking of Curious Mules – this J253 pattern is an unusual fantasy piece. This coin features Paquet’s Liberty Seated with fasces used on 1859 his half dollar patterns, paired a French Liberty Head d… (View Post)

Patterns can be a little funky ( one reason why I collect them) … here is a double dated piece: Judd-270 PCGS PR64BN. The rationale behind the mint's production of this piece remains unclear; however… (View Post)

Another spin on IHC with this J406 Pattern Unlike the J170a FE posted above, this piece has the metallurgy results displayed on the label. The 75% copper and 25% nickel is identical to the nickel all… (View Post)

In that case here is another sample - J170a ex/ Bob Simpson 1855 FE patterns appeared to have been focused on experiments in various metallurgical compositions. The J170a is reported to be 75% CU , 1… (View Post)

Very nice looking coin and a solid pedigree. Nice to be part of the ownership chain. However, I am not sure want you meant by "unchartered territory"? I like these motifs as they were used … (View Post)