Lot 1335
1856. Slanting 5. Newcomb-14, Rarity-1. PCGS graded MS-64. Quite well struck for this variety. Mint red toning to brown with dark brown areas on the upper reverse. Relatively free from abrasions and carbon spots. Intermediate die state.
The only signs of weakness in the strike are on the upper coronet, and on most stars, which do not show the full radial lines. Sharp on the reverse, with most of the definition present in wreath leaves. Abundant red on both sides, with toning and fading underway. Tied for the finest graded by PCGS in the Red and Brown category with 6 others, and nearly impossible to find this variety in full red, as only 2 coins have been graded as such. Estimated Value $300 - 400
Ex: James G. Macallister 7/2/45 as "Unc." for $2.; Ex Benson Collection.
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| Realized $391 |
