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1872 Proof
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Mintage | 950 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-341 |
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The 1872 proof was struck in approximately 950 proofs. The proof production for the early 1870s was consistent, reflecting a stable collector market. The Mint produced proofs annually in predictable quantities, sold them at published prices, and shipped them to customers who had come to expect the service. The 1872 proof is a standard entry in this mature proof program.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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