1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9, Close Date, B-9, BB-121, R.4, AU58 PCGS....

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1798 Draped Bust Dollar, AU58
B-9, BB-121
'Amateur Diecutter's Reverse'

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9, Close Date, B-9, BB-121, R.4, AU58 PCGS. Ex: Cardinal/Hesselgesser. Bowers Die State II. A number of gaffs by an early diecutter occur on this interesting variety. Most of the trouble relates to star placement and alignment. On the obverse, too much space was allowed between stars 1, 2, and 3, crowding the rest of the stars on that side of the coin. Similar misalignment occurs with stars 8 through 13. More notably on the reverse, the "arc star pattern" of the field stars was bungled, a poor imitation of the correct arc pattern, described by David Bowers as "sloppy" die work.

This exceptional coin is listed second on Stephen Herrman's Condition Census, and it is second in Bowers' Notable Specimens. Near-Mint State details and strong luster remain over the smooth, unabraded surfaces. Clear amber-gold toning lightly covers the silver surfaces. Liberty's portrait and hair strands are bold and the stars are sharp. The eagle shows only a touch of wear on the head.

Bolstered by the impressive pedigree and outstanding eye appeal, this coin should find a welcome home in any high-grade early dollar collection or type set.
Ex: Albany Collection (Heritage, 9/2002), lot 7777; Cardinal Collection (American Numismatic Rarities, 6/2005), lot 32; Don Willis; J.A. Sherman Collection (Stack's, 8/2007), lot 781; Dr. Robert; Hesselgesser Collection (Goldberg Auctions, 5/2011), lot 893; PNG New York Signature (Heritage, 10/2014), lot 4810.
From Professor Robert M. Stark's Yolanda Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24X6, Variety PCGS# 40038, Base PCGS# 40018, Greysheet# 199110)

Weight: 26.96 grams

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper

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