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Auction 414 | Lot 1 » Colonials

1652 SHILNG Oak Tree Shilling AG3 PCGS. Noe-14, Crosby 7-B, R.4. 65.90 grains. Uneven wear due to a central bend causes the sharpness of Fine throughout much of the design, while most of the tree is worn smooth, as is the reverse beneath the denomination. Light hairlines suggest an ancient cleaning. Apparently late dies for Noe-14, with a small break present on the base of the obverse S at 4 o'clock, and another minor break that forms a lower serif on the D in ENGLAND. Listed on page 37 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 20)

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Auction 414 | Lot 2 » Colonials

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Large Planchet XF40 PCGS. Noe-1. 69.71 grains. Pellets at trunk. Beautiful steel gray with a large, round, smooth, flat planchet, and a sharp tree. All but a couple of letters on the lower obverse are clear and complete, and there is a minor edge clip on the right and a smaller one on the left obverse. The reverse is well centered with all letters on the planchet to their tops. There are three dull scrapes on MAS, but they are old and toned over and do not affect the central devices. Rarely are these found so well preserved and attractive. (PCGS# 23)

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Auction 414 | Lot 4 » Colonials

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Small Planchet XF45 NGC. Crosby 16-O, Noe-25, R.5. 72.0 grains. A lovely dove-gray piece with clear central designs and unblemished surfaces. Peripheral letters are clear save for some softness near 3 o'clock on the obverse and 9 o'clock on the reverse. The reverse is slightly misaligned toward 3 o'clock, as often seen. The expected reverse die breaks for the variety are located through AN DO, above the first I in XII, and beneath the X. Listed on page 37 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 24)

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Auction 414 | Lot 5002 » Colonials

(1659) 6PENCE Lord Baltimore Sixpence XF45 NGC. Crosby Pl. III, 2, Breen-68, Hodder 2-B. Small Head. Pastel shades of gold and pink patina grace this desirable Colonial issue, which was struck during the same era as the better-known Massachusetts silver pieces. The Maryland coinage rights of Cecil Calvert, the second Lord Baltimore, were questioned by Cromwell's regime in 1659, but apparently Calvert persevered since his coins circulated briefly in Maryland. This charming example has relatively unabraded surfaces, although portions of the left side are softly struck. Many design elements are crisp, however, and ample luster emerges when the piece is rotated beneath a light. As seen on other examples, russet-brown freckles cling to the peripheral letters. The present piece is the sole NGC-certified Lord Baltimore sixpence, as of (6/06). Listed on page 38 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 33)

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Auction 414 | Lot 5 » Colonials

(1688) TOKEN American Plantations Token, Restrike MS63 PCGS. Newman 5-D. Breen-78. A remarkably attractive charcoal-gray example with boldly brought up devices and unabraded surfaces. Struck a few degrees off center toward 7:30. The flan has a thin radial crack, as struck, at 2 o'clock, and the reverse has an edge flaw at 5 o'clock. A small spot on the base of the F in FRAN, and mint-made flaws on the rider's hip, horse's tail, and a chain link are of little consequence. Listed on page 39 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 5 in 63, 0 finer (7/06). (PCGS# 52)

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Auction 414 | Lot 6 » Colonials

(1694) TOKEN London Elephant Token, Thick Planchet MS61 Brown NGC. Breen-186, GOD PRESERVE LONDON. These Elephant Halfpence pieces are thought to have been struck around 1672 or perhaps as late as 1694 as noted on the NGC insert, shortly after the Great London Fire of 1666 and devastating outbreak of the Black Plague in 1665-6. The elephant shows a few pin lines in the field above, but is generally well struck on all but some of the higher points of the design. On the reverse there appear to be some minor rim bruises, but it is difficult to determine with the holder. A very scarce coin to find in full Uncirculated condition, as few were saved and most show substantial wear. No spots or other problems worthy of note. Listed on page 44 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 55)

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Auction 414 | Lot 8 » Colonials

1722 PENNY Rosa Americana Penny, UTILE MS62 Brown NGC. Breen-116. Stop after REX, rosettes before and after ROSA AMERICANA. This precisely struck and undisturbed example features blended golden-brown and deep brown toning. A planchet flaw near the E in AMERICANA is the only visible imperfection. Desirable in such quality. Listed on page 40 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 113)

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Auction 414 | Lot 10 » Colonials

1723 2PENCE Rosa Americana Twopence--Improperly Cleaned---NCS. Unc Details. Breen-92. Stop after REX, no stop after the date. This intricately detailed Twopence was recolored, but the light tan surfaces are partly retoned lilac-brown. Spots are noted on the reverse at 7 o'clock, on the X in REX, and on the forehead. Listed on page 41 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 128)

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Auction 414 | Lot 13 » Colonials

1723 FARTH Hibernia Farthing, D:G:REX MS64 Brown PCGS. Nelson 6, Breen-169, High R.5. This is Breen's "First Prototype Farthing" that he described as very rare, mentioning the 1978 discovery of a tiny hoard in England. He suspected that the hoard consisted of less than 30 pieces. The reverse has a die crack through NIA and the first digit of the date, as usually seen. This example is highly appealing with mahogany surfaces and hints of original mint color. Aside from a few tiny contact marks, the surfaces are exceptional. Listed on page 42 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 173)

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Auction 414 | Lot 14 » Colonials

1723 FARTH Hibernia Pattern Farthing, Silver MS63 PCGS. Breen-173, Low R.6. This is the rare silver composition piece from the 1723 Hibernia farthing dies with DEI GRATIA closely spaced as usually seen on the copper examples of this date. This example is perfectly centered with nearly full border denticles on each side. The fields are deeply mirrored and the devices are sharply defined with bold detailing on the king's hair, and full, individually separated harp strings on the reverse. Attractive rose toning is seen on the obverse with occasional dabs of cobalt-blue around the margin, while the reverse is mostly gray-lilac with an undertone of rose and deep blue around the periphery. Breen mentioned a small hoard of about 20 examples found in England in 1971. In addition to those 20, an additional limited quantity were previously known, although we suspect that less than 30 examples are known altogether. Listed on page 42 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 179)

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Auction 414 | Lot 15 » Colonials

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS62 Brown PCGS. Breen-159. Beaded Cincture. Five pellets are visible at the waist on the reverse. Breen considered this a "very rare" variety, although "scarce" is probably a better description. Both sides have pleasing chestnut-brown color with splashes of dark olive on the obverse and hints of original red on the reverse. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 180)

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Auction 414 | Lot 16 » Colonials

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS62 Brown PCGS. Breen-150, Nelson-5. Large 3. Pellet before H. Breen called this the 1723 Second Prototype Halfpenny, with a larger than normal head. Reddish-brown toning appears over each side in a dappled fashion. The central reverse is lightly pitted. An Uncirculated, slightly off-center example. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 180)

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Auction 414 | Lot 17 » Colonials

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. Breen-157. This is the common Hibernia halfpenny variety with a small 3 in the date and no pellet before the H. Breen suggested that over 100 varieties are known. A splendid example with fully lustrous medium brown surfaces and generous portions of mint red color, especially on the obverse. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 181)

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Auction 414 | Lot 28 » Colonials

1760 FARTH Hibernia-Voce Populi Farthing, Large Letters AU50 PCGS. Breen-234, "Rare." Chestnut-brown in the centers, with darker patina throughout the peripheral legends. The planchet has a small straight clip that affects part of the 1 in the date. Voce Populi farthings are many times rarer than the halfpence and come in just two varieties, the other being prohibitively rare. Voce Populi coinage were private issues that filled a need for circulating coppers until Irish Regal coins were issued in 1766. Listed on page 47 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 3 in 50, 9 finer (7/06). (PCGS# 256)

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Auction 414 | Lot 29 » Colonials

1760 1/2P Hibernia-Voce Populi Halfpenny, P Before Face XF40 PCGS. Z. 15-N, N.12. The distinctive Zelinka variety noted for a large P in front of the profile. The medium brown surfaces are void of relevant marks or verdigris. The reverse is slightly off center toward 1 o'clock, but most letters are fully present. Listed on page 47 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 7 in 40, 7 finer (7/06). (PCGS# 271)

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Auction 414 | Lot 18 » Colonials

1710-AA 30DEN French Colonies 30 Deniers MS62 PCGS. Breen-282, Vlack-8. Metz Mint. Hints of tan toning overlie unmarked cream-gray fields. A good strike, although minor striations from the planchet are found here and there. A small edge flaw noted at 11:30, and the strike is off a few degrees toward 7:30. Listed on page 51 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 3 in 62, 1 finer (7/06). (PCGS# 158677)

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Auction 414 | Lot 19 » Colonials

1713-AA 15DEN French Colonies 15 Deniers XF40 PCGS. Rosette After Date. Breen-296, Vlack-14b. While Breen rates the Rosette as more scarce than the Pomegranate variety, Vlack inverts them. Regardless of relative scarcity, this is a very rare coin, evenly worn with pleasing silver-gray surfaces. Listed on page 51 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 1 in 40, 9 finer (6/06). (PCGS# 158681)

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Auction 414 | Lot 5005 » Colonials

1766 1/2P Pitt Halfpenny MS63 Brown PCGS. Breen-251, Betts-519. A splendid chocolate-brown example of this popular Early American token. Thorough evaluation fails to locate any grade-limiting marks or carbon. A subtle gray spot above the middle right side flag is mentioned solely to provide a pedigree identifier. Crisply struck, with slight softness only near Pitt's covered ear. Known as "The Great Commoner," Sir William Pitt spoke in Parliament against the Stamp Act, a tax on the colonies that in effect limited publications and restricted the freedom of the press. The hated Stamp Act was repealed in 1766, and the Pitt farthings and halfpennies were issued shortly later. The maker of these tokens is unknown. Although Breen believed it to be an American-struck issue, it could also have been produced in England by a grateful exporter. Listed on page 48 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 236)

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Auction 414 | Lot 71 » Colonials

1778-1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Token, No Wreath, Copper VF20 PCGS. Breen-1139, Betts-562. The olive and chocolate-brown surfaces are unblemished, and the types apparent despite noticeable wear. The upper left reverse legend is nearly smooth. The legend VLUGTENDE beneath the ship was removed after the strike but prior to issue, as usual for the variety. Listed on page 48 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 579)

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Auction 414 | Lot 72 » Colonials

1778-1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Token, Wreath Below, Brass MS62 Brown NGC. Breen-1141. Betts-563. An impressive representative of this popular Early American type. Boldly struck throughout, and glimpses of original brass-gold outline the devices and legends. The medium brown surfaces are shimmering and essentially unabraded. Listed on page 48 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 587)

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Auction 414 | Lot 23 » Colonials

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, Period MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. Seven harp strings. Newman 24-K. More than half of the reverse retains its original pumpkin-gold color, and the obverse legends also shows glowing gold iridescence. The portrait and obverse field are toned brown. This sharp example has a smooth reverse and only minor obverse marks. Struck from clashed dies. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 241)

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Auction 414 | Lot 25 » Colonials

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, Period MS64 Red PCGS. Seven harp strings. Newman 25-M. This well struck late colonial near-Gem is generally orange-red, with blushes of dusky gray toning on the cheek and lower left obverse margin. A few unimportant small gray spots are encountered on the reverse. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 22 in 64, 1 finer (6/06). (PCGS# 242)

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Auction 414 | Lot 26 » Colonials

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, No Period MS65 Brown NGC. Eight harp strings. Dies unlisted in Newman (1956). A fully prooflike example with rich olive, lilac-brown, and navy-blue colors. Traces of mint red color remain in the protected areas. Nearly imperceptible hairlines prevent a finer grade. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 243)

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Auction 414 | Lot 27 » Colonials

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, No Period MS63 Red PCGS. Seven harp strings. Newman 4-G. Although With Period 1773 Virginia halfpennies are occasionally found in full Red, the No Period variety is rare as such. This unabraded and predominantly orange-red representative has slight mellowing on the cheek and reverse border, and a spot is centered beneath the bust. Population: 3 in 63, 0 finer (6/06). (PCGS# 245)

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Auction 414 | Lot 30 » Colonials

1776 $1 Continental Dollar, CURENCY, Pewter--Genuine--NCS. Breen-1089, Crosby Pl. VIII, 15, Newman 1-C. This slightly wavy steel-gray piece has the sharpness of Very Good in selected areas, although the sundial and portions of peripheral elements are only Fair. Whizzed in its past, and minutely grainy, with moderate charcoal toning at the borders. An obtainable example of this famous, historically important issue. Traditionally referred to as a "dollar" because of its diameter, nearly identical to the Spanish pillar dollars then in circulation. Listed on page 81 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 791)

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