Lot 1899
$2.50 Capped Bust. 1806, 6 over 4, B-1. Stars 8 X 5. NGC graded MS-64. Here is a monumental example of this scarce die variety which is apparently the very finest known of the variety. The surfaces are well preserved and we note the original mirror like fields remain intact in the protect areas where no handling or friction has disturbed this delicate surface area. The color is a rich golden yellow hue, and no toning is seen. There are minor and faint adjustment marks down Liberty's cap and head on the obverse. As usual the reverse is not fully struck at the central area, with parts of the shield, neck and wing lacking some definition.
NGC has graded only 1 coin this high, this specimen, and one other as MS-63 below, with a few more below the choice grade. PCGS has graded two coins as high as MS-61, with none higher. Thus, we can logically conclude that this particular example is very likely the finest known of the variety. A faint die crack connects stars three to eight, and the tops of LIBERTY. A splendid opportunity for the advanced numismatist.
Estimated Value $75,000-UP.
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