Lot 117
1794 C-9 R7 Liberty Cap, Head Right G4. Thin Planchet with Lettered Edge. The obverse is slightly sharper while the reverse is a bit weaker, which is typical for lower grade examples of this variety due to the differences in the height of the protective rims (the reverse has virtually no protective rim, which allows that side to wear more quickly than the obverse). The surfaces are decent for the grade but not perfectly smooth, and patches of very shallow corrosion can be found on both sides. No verdigris or notable signs of contact. The date is complete and easily readable but not strong, and the legends are nearly complete. MDS, Manley state 2.0. Struck on a thin lettered edge planchet that weighs 85.6 grains versus the standard weight of 104.0 grains for all 1794 half cents. The edge lettering is complete and strong, although some letters hang off the planchet due to its reduced thickness. Similar to the preceding two lots making this an unprecedented offering of 3 of the 5 known examples. An extremely rare mint error (or intentional sub-variety depending on your position in the debate). Weight 85.6 grains. Davy #94.9b.3.
Estimated Value $500-UP.
Ex Mike Bristow 5/3/1996.
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