1870 Pattern Dollar. Judd-999, Pollock-1130. Rarity-7-. Copper. Plain Edge. Proof-65 BN (NGC).

1870 Pattern Dollar. Judd-999, Pollock-1130. Rarity-7-. Copper. Plain Edge. Proof-65 BN (NGC).，<strong>Obv:</strong> Liberty is seated left with 13 stars around the border and the date 1870 below. Liberty holds an olive branch in her left hand and her right hand supports a shield over which a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped. A free-standing liberty pole is behind the portrait. <strong>Rev:</strong> A wreath of corn and cotton encircles the denomination 1 DOLLAR with the word STANDARD inscribed along the upper border. A gorgeous Gem, both sides exhibit iridescent undertones of gold, blue and lilac to dominant copper brown patina. Fully struck throughout with a partial fin around the rim, this smooth and inviting specimen is sure to please even the most discerning pattern enthusiast.<p>This type, attributed to Chief Engraver William Barber, was distributed as part of five-piece pattern Proof sets alongside similar Standard Silver designs for the half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar. According to the website <em>uspatterns.com</em>, only about a dozen examples are known for the dollar in copper with a plain edge, the present Gem among the finest certified.，From the Janet Nakushian Collection.，