Lot 933
1816 N-9 R3. PCGS graded MS-63 Red & Brown. Lustrous bluish steel and olive with 15% of the mint red remaining. The only marks on otherwise choice surfaces are a spot of darker toning on the upper edge of the bust tip and a splash of reddish brown under the E in UNITED. MDS. The fields are covered with radial flowlines and the repunching on the 8 is gone, but the repunching on the second 1 is still visible. Great eye appeal in spite of the minor marks. Our grade is MS60+, CC#3 for the die variety. However, a photo comparison with the Norweb example (which is listed as MS62 and CC#2) suggests this piece may be exceeded only by the Naftzger MS63. Either way, this is a very important cent for the serious collector of Middle Date Large Cents. PCGS population 1, 1 finer in 65RB (the Naftzger coin).
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
The Haveland Estate.
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| Realized $1,553 |
