Lot 2201
1807 Draped Bust Quarter Dollar. . B-2. NGC graded MS-65. One of the most outstanding examples of this date known, this satiny gray gem will entice all collectors with its delicate greenish gold peripheral toning, and lovely silver gray centers. Fully struck by the dies, the obverse without clash marks while the reverse die is heavily clashed. We note a few very minor adjustment marks, a couple on the obverse rim above ERT of LIBERTY, and diagonally through the reverse, located behind and near the eagle's head, again these are very light and not distracting. Early bust coinage is very rare in mint state grades, and extremely rare in certified gem grades as seen here. NGC has graded only 2 coins of this date as such, with 2 graded higher, while PCGS has graded only 1 1807 quarter as high as MS-65, with none higher. Thus, it is reasonable to assume that this coin is tied for the third finest known with two others of the date. If you demand gem coins for your type or date set, then here is an opportunity to purchase the Draped Bust quarter, Large Eagle reverse design in full gem. In NGC holder #1656597-003.
Estimated Value $25,000-UP.
Ex: Heritage's Andre Dawson's Collection Sale, September 1998, lot 6646.
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