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1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9, B-24, BB-124, R.2, MS64 NGC....
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Description
1798 B-24, BB-124 Bust Dollar, MS64
Large Eagle, Pointed 9
1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9, B-24, BB-124, R.2, MS64 NGC.
Die State IV or later. This is the so-called "Blundered Stars
Reverse" variety. The obverse die was only used to strike this
single die variety. One glance at the obverse of this coin and one
sees why -- the obverse die is virtually shattered. This is an
interesting and important coin to study, especially from a die
variety specialist's point of view. Rarely does one have the
opportunity to view an example of this variety in high Mint State
grade, such as this coin. There are numerous die breaks that likely
would not be seen on an coin with even moderate wear. On this
specimen, one can see strong evidence that the obverse die will
eventually shatter. The lower right portion of the obverse has
numerous "unlisted" die breaks. Of particular note is the die break
from the lower neck of Liberty to star 12, now with a number of
tributaries branching from it. There is also a cud that is
beginning to form in the field to the left of star 12. The break
between star 12 and the rim appears to be getting thicker. A thin
die break connects all the stars on the right with Liberty's chest
just above the drapery line.The reverse of this coin shows only eight stars. This is likely due to the shattering of the die on the lower right of the obverse (which is opposite this area). This reverse die was first used to strike 1798 B-25, BB-123, then B-24, BB-124. The die will be used one more time in its life, to strike the reverse of the 1799 B-15, BB-112 dollar, the only 1799 dollar struck with a 1798 reverse die.
This may be the finest known example of this die variety. Both the obverse and reverse of this lustrous specimen are toned in shades of gold and gray, with electric blue toning at the rims and in the devices. This is a great coin, both from the standpoint of grade and as a significant Condition Census example of the variety.
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24X6, Variety PCGS# 40041, Base PCGS# 6873, Greysheet# 199112)
Weight: 26.96 grams
Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper
Auction Info
2024 January 10 - 14 FUN US Coins Signature® Auction #1371 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
January, 2024
10th-14th
Wednesday-Sunday
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