Lot 246
1830 N-10 R7 (as a Proof) PCGS graded PR65BN. PCGS graded Proof 65 Brown. Iridescent bluish steel and light chocolate brown with traces of very faded mint color showing on both sides. The fields are reflective with no spots and only a trace of microscopic hairlines. No spots or stains. The only marks are a microscopic tick on the right edge of the nostril and a tiny tick or planchet void on the jaw. Sharply struck. A very rare proof large cent with excellent eye appeal. Called Proof-60+ in the Loring census of proof large cents. Noyes photo #20620. Our grade is Proof-64. PCGS Population 1; none finer.
Estimated Value $25,000-UP.
Ex London, England-Jerry A. Bobbe 8/86.
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