Lot 59
1817 Coronet Head Cent. 13 stars. NGC graded MS-66. Brown. N-13. The Lazy C variety. As the number grade suggests, this superb coin possesses an unusually strong visual impact, making it a condition-rarity. Gleaming medium brown surfaces create a marvelous glossy look. The strike is essentially "perfect" for this variety. Mixed subtly into the "chocolate" of the surfaces is a deep reddish cast, or hue, which is the remnant of the original mint bloom. Liberty's cheek is as smooth and "creamy" as anyone could wish for. All in all, a splendid copper!
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
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| Realized $2,013 |
