Lot 1748
1855-S. PCGS graded AU-55. Mostly untoned with semi-reflective surfaces. Only 6,600 minted. An eye-catching high grade coin, clearly choice AU (and certified as such), in reflective gold. Some hints of Prooflike surfaces are often found on high grade 1855-S threes. The coin is fairly well struck except for the highest parts of Liberty's headdress puffs, this being typical, and limited details in the reverse bow, also typical. A splendid specimen of the first San Francisco Mint $3, a variety that is scarce in all circulated grades as it rare in AU-55 or finer grade. Over a long period of time most important collectors never obtained an 1855-S at this grade level.
The dies are carefully impressed into the planchet, no evidence of clash marks or relapping. The date is just below center between DOLLARS and the highest ribbon. The shaft of the 1 is below the left tip of the first L (DOLLAR). Below the date is deeply punched into the die. The knob of the second 5 is slightly differently configured than that on the earlier offered Philadelphia version, that piece being strengthened in the die. The S mintmark is bold and high within the wreath. Pop 9; 9 finer, 7 in 58, 1 in 61, 1 in 62 (PCGS # 7973) .
Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500.
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