Lot 382
1811 Classic Head Cent. . S-287. PCGS graded AU-50 and Del Bland graded F-15. Sharpness of Very Fine-25 but the surfaces are not perfectly smooth, through the ribbon behind the head and into the field is a heavy scratch and around all devices on the reverse traces of raised corrosion is visible. Dark olive. Another cent that looks better than the description makes it sound.
The scratch behind Liberty's head is short and virtually hidden by the curls and ribbon which it parallels. We note that the obverse has a decent appearance although slightly dark in color, while the reverse displays tiny raised lumps of corrosion near the legends and devices while the surrounding fields are generally smooth and trouble free.
We have elected to present as much information as possible to collectors in order to assist them in valuing these coins. While grading is an art, over the years one fact keeps recurring; people tend to value a particular coin about the same, regardless of what grade they attach to a given coin. Therefore, learn all you can about grading and valuing coins, and you won't be surprised in the future.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,500.
Ex: Ira S. Reed, privately 12/6/44 as "E.F." at $37.50.
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