Lot 1311
1800 B-17, BB-196 Draped Bust 12 Arrows Rarity 1. PCGS graded MS-62. Subset of PCGS # 6890. In a new secure plus holder. Condition Census. Lovely gray toning with iridescent gold and blue around LIBERTY. Lustrous and lovely elsewhere, as well, a frosted and extremely sharp coin showing bold detail on the eagle's breast feathers and only the lightest suggestions of weak detail along the upper edge of the right wing near the shield. Free of scratches, also no stains, and best of all no heavy marks. The dies are lightly clashed. A series of fine cracks are present, including the arc crack from star six to ribbon that defines the die state. The Bowers reference states a census that includes only two Mint State coins and two graded AU-55 with AU specimens described as 'in the rare category, and Mint State coins are exceedingly rare.'"
How fitting that this impressive Mint State 62 graded by PCGS is available now for purchase as part of the esteemed Dr. Hesselgesser collection!
Variety Notes: BB-196 represents one of the varieties for 1800 featuring a rather distinctive date format. On this obverse, there is a plain die line slanting downward from the left side of the lower part of the numeral 1 in the date. In addition, on all but those few rare specimens from the early, pre-clashed die state, there is a visible raised collar along Liberty's neck, extending about half the length of her bust. The reverse, as expected, generally displays a curved clash mark running the OF. However, what makes this variety most collectible for specialists is the fact that the eagle holds just 12 arrows. The BB-196 variety has been given its own separate Redbook listing, as the 12 Arrows type. Pop 1; none finer at PCGS for the variety. Finest Known (PCGS # 40079) .
Estimated Value $30,000 - 35,000.
Ex: Cardinal Collection; The Dr. Hesselgesser Collection.
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