Lot 1298
1799 B-8, BB-165 Rarity 3. PCGS graded EF-45. Attractive original gray toning. Those collectors wishing to acquire a first-rate Extremely Fine bust dollar of this type, featuring the draped bust and heraldic eagle design of 1798-1803, will want to direct their attention this remarkable coin. It’s beauty is undeniable. It’s natural toning the stuff dreams are made of in a world where coin cleaning seems to all too common. Highly alluring and fully struck, with substantial detail at all stars, hair curls, drapery folds. On the reverse as well, we can report most elements are bold. Exception may be focused at the center where the eagle’s chest and head are the only areas one might fault for not being 100% sharp. But this is secondary in the overall appearance. A desirable coin. Pop 2; 3 finer at PCGS for the variety (PCGS # 40056) .
Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500.
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