Lot 1179
1838. Large Stars. PCGS graded MS-64. Nicely toned and well struck, an attractive Choice Mint State example of this first year issue. The seated figure of Liberty carries over from the No Stars type of 1837-38, with the addition of 13 stars to keep it consistent with other silver coin denominations. The mint in those days prided itself on consistency, whether that be the copper issues, the silver coins, or the look of America's gold denominations .Pop 74; 68 finer, 4 in 64+, 46 in 65, 16 in 66, 2 in 67. (PCGS # 4568) .
Estimated Value $900 - 950.
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| Realized $881 |
