Lot 1917
1814 Classic Head Cent. Plain 4. Good-5. This one has a curious counterstamp centered on the obverse, it is in the form of a large flower like object with five large arms, and two smaller ones for a total of seven. As the punch is located near the center of the coin, and punched very deeply into the obverse, the back is slightly bent, which allows the coin to spin freely when turned. All counterstamps are popular, and this might be of some significance, especially located on a Classic Head large cent. It appears that the coin did not circulate widely after it was counterstamped, as the reverse wear patterns don't reflect wear on the high point caused by the counterstamp.
Estimated Value $50-UP.
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| Realized $92 |
