Lot 143
1794 S-48 Starred Reverse R5. PCGS graded VG-8. Glossy olive and dark chocolate brown. The planchet is smooth, free from any trace of corrosion or verdigris, but there are some minor marks. A shallow planchet flake just left of the nostril and a couple more on the right side of the reverse are good identifying marks. There are a few nicks in the field under the chin plus a rim bruise over the R in LIBERTY as well. The obverse is considerably stronger than the reverse, as usual on this variety, and would rate a grade closer to VG10. The date, LIBERTY, and the portrait are all strong. The reverse strike is uneven, however, resulting in weakness on the right side while UNITED STA and the fraction are clear. At least half the 94 tiny stars remain visible. LDS with swelling across the reverse that contributed to the uneven impression on that side. An attractive example of this very famous variety in spite of the few marks and imperfect strike. Our grade is G6. The Starred Reverse feature is noted on the old green PCGS label.
Estimated Value $10,000-UP.
Ex McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 1/25/04:1215-Mike Iatesta-McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 9/19/05:263.
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