Lot 129
1795 C-2a/b R7+ Punctuated Date, Thin Planchet with Lettered Edge AG3. Thin, Underweight Planchet. Very slightly sharper with a dozen pitmarks on the obverse, the largest ones on the back of the head, plus a light horizontal hairline scratch across the obverse passing through the mouth. A dull dent near the back of the head created a slight bulge on the reverse that caused excessive wear inside the wreath obliterating HALF CENT. Slightly glossy steel brown with dark olive brown toning in the fields and protected areas. The date is clear and most of the legends remain visible, although not strong. Struck on a thin planchet that has a clearly lettered edge, although the letters don't quite fit on the limited space available. Obviously this is a thin planchet that went through the edge lettering process in error. Weight 82.1 grains. Davy #95.2c.2.
Estimated Value $500-UP.
Ex 1997 EAC Sale, lot 53.
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