Lot 803
1848 N-5 R4+ Second 8 Repunched PCGS graded AU55. Glossy light olive with mint frost in protected areas. Nicely struck and nearly flawless with light friction on the highpoints of the devices. The only mark is a diagonal nick left of star 12. Rare LDS, die state f, with a small but strong rim cud break off the end of the wreath stem. Our grade is EF45+, CC#6 of those known with the cud break in the Grellman census. The attribution and Matthews Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. PCGS population 2; 5 finer: 1 in 58, 1 in 58+, 2 in 63, 1 in 64. Value $300 - UP
Ex Robert E. Vail, Superior 9/7/1997:725-Robert E. Matthews Collection-Matthews Estate (lot ticket included).
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