Lot 991
1850 N-13 R3+ PCGS graded MS62 Brown. Glossy light to medium chocolate brown with traces of mint frost showing in protected areas on both sides. Nice eye appeal, only a few minor marks from choice. These include a splash of slightly darker reddish chocolate toning over star 1 and a few tiny nicks around star 1 and along the front edge of the neck. Rare EDS, die state a, with an uncracked reverse. The peak of the stray 1 at the left side of the 8 is sharp and all the fine die preparation lines are crisp. Called EF45 and tied for CC#16 in the Noyes census, his photo #55077. Our grade is AU50.
Estimated Value $200-UP.
Ex Henry C. Hines-Willard C. Blaisdell 9/76 (via Del Bland).
|
| |
| Realized $334 |
