Lot 1070
1871 Two Cents. PCGS graded Proof 66 Brown. First generation holder. An exceptional gem in all respects, the device execution is bold and unyielding, while pale golden brown color highlights the still partially brilliant copper-red blossom on both sides. The strike is bold, indeed, as bold as ever seen on virtually any Proof date in the series. Proofs of 1871 are from a date punch where the 71 in is close, leaving equidistant spacing between the 1 8 and 7. (This date punch was also used on some Indian cents.) Only 960 Proofs minted (PCGS # 3645) .
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
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