1873 Pattern Trade Dollar. Judd-1310, Pollock-1453. Rarity-4. Silver. Reeded Edge. Proof-64 (PCGS).Obv: Barbers Indian Princess design with Liberty seated on a rock facing left. Her right hand supports a liberty pole while her left hand rests atop a globe inscribed LIBERTY. A pair of flags is behind the portrait, one of which is ornamented with stars. Thirteen stars encircle the border and the date 1873 is below. Rev: A small eagle with outstretched wings clutches an olive branch in its left talon and a group of three arrows in its right talon. A scroll above the eagle is inscribed with the Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, the motto IN GOD WE TRUST is on a scroll in the lower field, and immediately below the eagle is the inscription 420 GRAINS / 900 FINE. The legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA lines the upper border and the denomination TRADE DOLLAR is at the lower border. This is a wonderful, original example of this popular pattern trade dollar type, with mottled multicolored toning that is bolder and more vivid on the reverse. Sharply struck throughout with good reflectivity to the finish. The Mint distributed examples of Judd-1310 to the contemporary public as part of six-piece pattern Proof sets at a price of $30 per set. This is one of the finest certified survivors, a beautiful specimen that combines rarity with strong eye appeal.From the Collection of Carril Valparaiso. Earlier from Superiors February 8, 9, 10, 1999 Auction, lot 2549.
