Lot 632
1855 One Cent Token F12. "NOT ONE CENT//BUT JUST AS GOOD" Struck from hand-made dies with designs similar to the contemporary large cents. The planchet is brassy copper, 27.5 millimeters in diameter and weighing 143.4 grains (both similar to the standard large cent, but about 20 grains light). The reverse is rotated 85 degrees CCW from the normal head-to-foot orientation, and a large cud break joins BUT to the rim above. Glossy medium brown and chocolate. No spots, stains, or notable signs of contact. A curious item, similar to the more famous 1848 Small Date Cent. Appears to have circulated for some time. DWH #1939.
Estimated Value $20-UP.
Ex Rick DeSanctis, 2002 EAC Sale, McCawley & Grellman Auctions 4/20/02:631.
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