Lot 44
1817 N-14 R1 PCGS graded MS65BN. PCGS graded MS-65 Brown. Glossy steel brown and chocolate with lustrous frosty lighter golden brown and faded mint red in protected areas. No spots, stains, or contact marks. Early die state, most likely not part of the famous Randall Hoard of mint state cents discovered following the US Civil War. In fact, Ted's envelope contains a note in his handwriting stating "Neat cent, def. not part of the Randall Hoard. Best struck and nicest surface seen." The upper part of the hair bun and opposing leaves under IC in AMERICA are not fully struck up, as usual for this variety. Called MS65 choice and CC#1 in the Noyes census, his photo #20865. Our grade is MS63+. PCGS Population 1; none finer.
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
Ex Henry C. Hines-Dr. William H. Sheldon-C. Douglas Smith-Jerry A. Bobbe 6/79.
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