Lot 604
1798 B-25, BB-123. Rarity 4. PCGS graded AU-53. An choice light-silver colored coin with luster in all protected areas. The satiny frost nice to see while the strike is sharp or nearly so, and the eye appeal is nothing short of exceptional. Problem-free rims and fields throughout.
Close date with a "whisker" on the chin. Die dot in the field under chin, about one-third of the distance between neck and star 12. 1 in date very close to curl. Last star near bust, upper right star distant from Y, upper left star still farther from L, and first star farthest from curl. This obverse die used to strike 1798 BB-123 only. Extensive die breaks on the obverse.
BB-123 has the familiar "Blundered Stars Reverse" with blundered star placement; some stars overlap clouds. Perhaps, the engraver had too his eyes crossed while cutting this die! Pop 1; 1 finer in 55. Only 3 examples graded for the variety at PCGS. (PCGS # 40040) .
Estimated Value $8,000 - 10,000.
Ex; Hesselgesser Collection.
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