Lot 1402
PROBABLY THE FINEST KNOWN CLASSIC HEAD CENT. PCGS graded MS-67 Red and Brown. Magnificent quality! After all these years of third party grading, PCGS and NGC have only awarded 3 Classic head cents the grade of mint state 67. However, the other two are "brown" in color, and this coin, this incredible 1810, is the only one with enough original mint red to qualify as "Red and Brown". Therefore, this coin certainly can claim to be the Finest Known of the type!, not just the date or variety. One simply cannot imagine a more perfect specimen, the surfaces are resplendent in their perfection, glossy tan luster in the fields over hints of original mint red near the devices. No signs of contact from other coins or any other problems. The strike is sharp, although a couple of obverse stars show slight weakness at the centers. Simply stated, if you collect superb coins, or want the ultimate in your collection, then purchase this coin.
Easily identifiable as the Roy E. Naftzger coin, plated in the William Noyes United States Large Cents 1793-1814 book, which is clearly listed as the finest known of the variety. An immense opportunity to purchase a towering coin for the person who demands the absolute finest available.
Estimated Value $20,000 - 30,000.
Roy E. Naftzger, then to Jay Parrino ("The Mint") to the present consignor.
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