Lot 510
1852 N-14 R1 Repunched Date MS64. The obverse is lustrous light olive brown with traces of faded mint red. The reverse is slightly faded mint red mellowing to steel brown, about 60% of the surface covered with mint color. Very attractive with satiny, flawless surfaces. The only identifying mark is a very tiny planchet fissure on the rim under the 8, as struck. E-MDS, die state b. Sharp repunching is visible on all 4 digits, strongest on the 2. A beautiful cent, close to gem. Tied for CC#1. DWH #2209.
Estimated Value $400-UP.
Ex Willard C. Blaisdell 9/76-R. E. Naftzger, Jr. (via Bill Noyes) 1/10/03.
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