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1843 Dollar, Elusive MS64
Iridescently Toned

1843 $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Despite its status as the most easily obtainable Seated Dollar from the 1840s in circulated grades, the 1843 (165,100 pieces produced) is anything but common in Mint State. In fact, this issue is a significant rarity in Select and better condition. The present example is well-struck and attractively toned mint-green and caramel-gold. Study beneath a lens reveals scattered minor field contact and unobtrusive marks on Liberty's raised arm and the eagle's shield.

Variety: Flynn RPD-001. The date is lightly repunched, above the right base of the 1, above the base of the 8, and beneath the crossbar of the 4. The point of the shield is over the flag of the 1.

Population Data (5/14): PCGS has certified five MS64 and none finer. NGC has seen eight MS64 with none finer. CAC lists five MS64 with none finer.

Heritage Commentary: 1843 dollars are always available for a price in circulated grades. Mint State examples are very scarce, since there were few advanced collectors (such as Joseph J. Mickley and Matthew Stickney) active during the 1840s.

Provenance: Palm Beach Signature (Heritage, 11/2004), lot 7588; Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 7358; Legend Numismatics (4/2005).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24YD, PCGS# 6929, Greysheet# 7193)

Weight: 26.73 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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