1802 S-240 R3 VF25. Glossy olive brown and chocolate with a spot of reddish chocolate brown toning in the hair under the ribbon. No corrosion or verdigris, only minor contact marks. The only notable mark is a dull nick on the rim over the second T in STATES. LDS, Breen state IV. The die crack up from the bust reaches the rim before the face and strong die clashmarks are visible along the dentils before the portrait with additional clashmarks at ERICA. Noyes graded VF25 net VF20 and tied for CC#11, his photo #39422. A nice example of this tough variety. Estimated Value $2,000-UP. Ex Mid-American Auctions 5/1990:13-March Wells, 2002 EAC Sale, McCawley & Grellman Auctions 4/20/2002:312. Categories: Draped Bust Cents
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