Lot 279
1795 Liberty Cap Cent. Plain edge. . S-76b. PCGS graded AU-55 and Del Bland graded VF-35. ONE CENT high in wreath. Sharpness of Extremely Fine 45, but on Liberty and elsewhere on the obverse are numerous faint scratches visible with a glass, and there is some weak striking on O of OF. Medium light brown with light olive overtones.
The weakness on OF is caused by the bust point on Liberty, which is opposite that area on the obverse. As to the faint scratches, they are barely perceptible with a 10 X loupe, obviously old and toned over, and also didn't bother the graders at PCGS. We do recommend personal inspection before the sale so any potential buyer is fully aware of this coins particular qualities and problems. Splendid light brown color and worthy of a strong bid despite its minor problems.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.
Ex. James G. Macallister, circa 1945 at $40.
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