Lot 198
1798. JR-4, Large 8, Rarity 3. PCGS graded MS-64. CAC. This is an incredible condition rarity and one of the finer examples known to exist. Liberty's curls are well struck along with the surrounding stars and date below. The reverse too is sharp with the eagle's wing feathers abundant and well defined. There are light adjustment marks up and a left leaning angle from the date into Liberty's hair, but these are mostly flattened out by the depth of the sharp strike. Early die state with the usual die crack light down toward Liberty's nose from the left side of the Y, continuing from her chin into the field, seen on all but a very few of the coins struck from these dies. Despite a decent mintage, time and attrition have taken a mighty toll on these, and today perhaps 200 pieces exist in all grades, this one certainly at the top half dozen or so of this date and variety. A beautiful example that needs a new holder. Only 27,550 struck. Pop 2; none finer at PCGS for the variety. (PCGS # 38753) Estimated Value $50,000 - UP
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