Lot 530
1838 Coronet Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-64 Brown. A lustrous mint state cent that has a shallow, dull scratch from the right side of the second S in STATES along the field under OF-A to the left foot of the M. Otherwise the surfaces are excellent. Glossy medium brown with frosty luster and hints of faded mint color in protected areas. EDS, but not the earliest. The dentils are sharp and the microscopic die lines on the cheek and neck are clear. The fields are just starting to show fine flowlines and the point from the tip of the leaf over the O in OF is sharp. Our grade is AU58. Pop 1; The only example graded at PCGS for the variety. DWH #1894 (PCGS # 37210) .
Estimated Value $400-UP.
Ex Rod Burress 7/26/87-March Wells, McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 2/7/2000:2049.
|
| |
| Realized $633 |
