Lot 170
1797 S-139 R1 VF35. At least 10 points sharper but the portrait is covered with microscopic hairline scratches that are visible under strong magnification. In addition there are two obverse scratches that are visible to the unaided eye. These are a hairline scratch from just right of the Y down to the bust and another in the field from the top of the hair ribbon to the dentils behind the head. The remainder of the obverse is quite nice and the reverse is choice. Glossy chocolate brown and steel with frosty luster in the fields and protected areas. LDS, Breen state V, with strong die cracks left of the lower curls and obvious swelling in that area from significant die failure. A sharp, attractive cent in spite of the obverse scratches. Estimated Value $2,000-UP
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