Lot 5095
1799 B-9, BB-166 Normal Date 7X6 Stars Rarity 1. PCGS graded AU-58. Subset of PCGS # 40043. In a new secure plus holder. Intense pleasing color and some residual luster graces the satiny surfaces of this attractively toned Heraldic Eagle dollar. A blend of wonderful toning hues graces both sides. Mathematically exact standards seen in the sharp. Soft-edged devices and lettering throughout the centers are typical on many Bust Dollar varieties, as commonly seen due to various inconsistencies in manufacture; however, a small percentage of this 1799ís production in particular is found with magnificent detail to be called more than just "bold" and this is one such coin! Pop 2; none finer at PCGS for the variety .
Rarity note: 1799 BB-166 and BB-163 are the most plentiful varieties of the year. It seems likely that about 1,000 to 1,800 of each are known. The population of BB-166 is distributed in a bell curve-few extremely worn ones, some VG, more in Fine grade, a cluster at VF, fewer EF, still fewer AU, and only a small number of Mint State examples. Incidentally, the same curve applies to most other early dollars, except it is sometimes truncated at the upper end.
Estimated Value $12,000-UP.
The Dr. Hesselgesser Collection.
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