Lot 1154
1858. NGC graded Proof 64. Light gold and blue toning, deepest along the outer margin. Only 300 struck. Beginning with this issue, the mint offered Proofs to local coin collectors. Largely unsuccessful in its initial year policy, Proofs from 1858 are infrequently found nowadays because many were melted as unsold. This is a deeply reflective coin that has watery, non-contrasting surfaces with a few die polishing lines (as on many) and attractive patina. An important and hard to get hold of 1850s era Proof issue in very choice condition. Pop 10; 15 finer at NGC.
Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,000.
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