Lot 957
1856 N-3 R1 Italic 5 PCGS graded MS63 Brown. Glossy light olive with mellowed red showing in protected areas on both sides. No spots, stains, or notable contact marks. Looks mint state but there is a hint of rub on the very highest points of the portrait. M-LDS, die state e, with die cracks on both sides but no rim cud. Our grade is AU58+, very close to MS60. The attribution and Matthews Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. PCGS population 3; 3 finer in 65. Value $225 - UP
Ex McCawley & Grellman Auctions 8/16/1991:305-Robert E. Matthews Collection-Matthews Estate (lot ticket included).
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