Lot 2368
Unusual Collection of 15 "Splashers" of United States Coins. Consists of an unusual assortment of impressions from dies on round pieces of metal. Some of the splashers appear to be old and Mint-made; others appear newer and may have been done privately or illicitly. The impressions on the "newer" pieces show die rust, raised die chips, and raised die scratches. Consists of the following:
1884 Indian Head Cent obverse on copper
1889 Indian Head Cent obverse on copper
1890 Indian Head Cetn obverse on copper
1906 Indian Head Cent obverse on copper
1914 Barber Quarter Dollar obverse on lead
Undated Seated Liberty Half Dollar obverse (central design only) on copper
Undated Seated Liberty Half Dollar reverse (central design only) on copper
Undated Seated Liberty Half Dollar obverse (central design only) on aluminum
Undated Seated Liberty Half Dollar reverse (central design only) on aluminum
1856 Seated Liberty Half Dollar obverse on copper (2 pieces)
1865 Seated Liberty Half Dollar obverse on brass
No Motto Seated Liberty Half Dollar reverse on brass
No Motto Seated Liberty Half Dollar reverse on copper
Type III Double Eagle reverse on lead
These are unlisted in any modern reference book, including Judd or Pollock. They are certainly surious pieces and worthy of further research. As such, we are offering them on an "as is" basis. Lot of 15 coins.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500.
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