1867 $3 Judd-596, Pollock-660, High R.7, Pattern PCGS PR67BN (Simpson collection) TOP POP Finest Known

An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the most elusive and visually distinctive 19th-century United States patterns: the 1867 $3 Pattern, Judd-596 (Pollock-660), struck at the Philadelphia Mint. Ranked High R.7, this issue is firmly in the “rarely encountered” tier, with demand driven by both type collectors seeking iconic patterns and advanced specialists assembling cabinet-level Judd sets. From the renowned Simpson Collection, this coin represents elite provenance and undeniable collector credibility. This example is certified PCGS PR67BN, the TOP POP and Finest Known for the issue, making it a premier destination coin for those who pursue the very best available. The surfaces display attractive brown coloration with warm, even mahogany and chestnut tones that highlight the intricacy of the mirrored proof finish and the sharpness of the strike. Design elements are fully articulated, with crisp definition and outstanding visual contrast that pattern collectors prize. Historically, the year 1867 sits in the Reconstruction era, a period when the Mint actively explored proposed designs and denominations. The $3 gold denomination already held a unique place in U.S. coinage, and pattern counterparts like Judd-596 offer a fascinating window into experimentation at the highest level of American numismatic artistry and engineering. Patterns were not intended for circulation, which adds to their mystique and helps explain why survivors are so few and so intensely competed for today. Key attributes and identification Date and denomination: 1867 $3 Pattern Mint: Philadelphia Attribution: Judd-596, Pollock-660 Rarity: High R.7 Certified grade: PCGS PR67BN Provenance: Simpson Collection Status: TOP POP, Finest Known PCGS Certification Number: 56523023 A Finest Known, High R.7 pattern with major-collection provenance is the kind of coin that anchors a serious cabinet and elevates any advanced U.S. pattern offering. Suitable for collectors pursuing top-ranked proofs, elite pattern specialists, and discerning buyers seeking a historically important, investment-caliber rarity.