Lot 5077
1799 B-18, BB-154 Normal Date 7X6 Stars Rarity 5. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. CAC Approved. Subset of PCGS # 40043. In a new secure plus holder. Condition Census. A very attractive hand-picked specimen with faint gold and smooth gray obverse exploding into vibrant russet and amber shades of gold on a similar antique base of silver for the reverse. The colors burst out with loud applause from the still abundant hard-working luster beneath. Some weak spots in strike is seen at the center of the shield were a few of the "chiefís" horizontal lines are not separated fully. Exquisite detail elsewhere; and smooth surface finish without intervening circulation marks or other deterioration. A must have coin for any specialist in the series! Pop 3; none finer at PCGS for the variety (PCGS # 40046) .
Estimated Value $12,000-UP.
The Dr. Hesselgesser Collection.
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