Lot 1248
1855-C. PCGS graded AU-53. Frosty, untoned and struck on a faulty planchet as usual. The only Charlotte, North Carolina Mint issue for the truncated Type 2 design, which the various Mints produced in 1854-56 before modifications were required. Attractive smooth reddish-gold luster illuminates the legends and outlines the motifs of this accurately graded About Uncirculated specimen. Minimal abrasions are noted, none of major consequence, we note a few flakes or shallow depressions on the obverse below D of UNITED, and random circulation abrasions; noteworthy, but quite common with these, is die clashing on both sides, mainly visible around Liberty and, correspondingly, within the confines of the cereal wreath on the reverse. The very low mintage ensures the rarity. Only 9,803 struck. Pop 15; 21 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7533) .
Estimated Value $7,000 - 7,500.
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