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1872 Proof
| Weight | 1.672 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-5300 |
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The 1872 proof gold dollar was struck in an estimated mintage of 30 coins. The business strike mintage of 3,530 was among the lowest in the series, making 1872 a scarce year in both formats. The Mint's proof production provided collectors with high-quality examples of a denomination that was being produced in ever-smaller commercial quantities.
Surviving 1872 proof gold dollars are rare. The proof and business strike share the distinction of being difficult to locate, and both carry premiums reflecting the year's overall scarcity. Certification by PCGS or NGC is essential for confirming proof status.
Reference data only — not an appraisal.
| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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