Lot 915
1801. B-4 BB-214, Rarity 4. NGC graded VF Details, Obverse Scratches. Nice even old time gray toning on both sides. Bust Dollar coinage, having been quite high in 1798 through 1800, declined markedly in 1801-03. The Mint's bullion depositors, primarily banks, tended to prefer half dollars and since coinage in the early 19th century was "to order" a noticeable increase in half dollar coinage occurred. President Jefferson eventually called for the Mint to cease striking silver dollars, since they were exported and melted almost as soon as they were paid out by the Treasury Department.
Estimated Value $800 - 900.
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| Realized $1,058 |
