Lot 18
1795 C-1 R2 Lettered Edge PCGS graded AU58+, CAC Approved. Very attractive frosty light to medium brown with lustrous tan in protected areas and slightly darker steel brown toning on the highpoints. Essentially flawless with just a hint of rub on the very highest points of the devices. The only mark that can help identify this example is a small puff of reddish brown toning at the front edge of the neck where it joins the pole. LDS, Manley state 2.0, with a subtle bulge at AME. A wonderful example of the Lettered Edge type of 1795 half cent. Weight 104.7 grains. Our grade is AU55. The attribution and Green Tree Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. PCGS population 1; 4 finer, 2 in 63, 1 in 66, 1 in 67 for the variety. Estimate Value $15,000 - UP
Ex Heritage Auctions 6/2011:3014-The Green Tree Collection.
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