Lot 260
1797 S-142 R5+. Fine-12. Very slightly sharper with a few too many light contact marks to justify the higher grade. The only notable mark is a rim bruise at the first S in STATES. Nice glossy medium brown and chocolate. The planchet is smooth, completely free of any corrosion or flaws. EDS, Breen state I, without evidence of die rust in the field behind the portrait. Called F15 net VG10 and tied for CC#5 in the Noyes census, his photo #59220. DWH #2663.
Estimated Value $3,500-UP.
Ex David Garvin, 2005 EAC Sale, McCawley & Grellman Auctions 4/23/05:164.
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