Mort Reed Pattern Pieces ??

I have an upcoming auction and there are several gold pieces that are listed as "Mort Reed Pattern Pieces".
I know the fellow wrote many articles and books, but what would the difference be on these coins that they be designated as such ?

The coins are as follows:

1841 $2.5 gold piece
1972 $2.5 gold piece
1795 $10 gold piece
1838 $10 gold piece
1866 $20 gold piece
1907 $20 gold piece
1915 $50 gold piece (Panama-Pacific Expo)

Any help with this would greatly appreciated.

 

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They're probably provenanced to his collection.

 

"1972 $2.5 gold piece"

That would be rare!


Most likely just as Ardatirion stated, provenance.

 

Whoops !
I definatly need more sleep.



Thanks, guys.
I thought that may be the case, but wanted to consult you gurus here.