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Scarce Select Mint State 1857 Dollar

1857 $1 MS63 NGC. Deep purple-rose, amber, and electric-blue coloration blankets both sides of this Select Mint State example from the Philadelphia Mint. Liberty's head and most of the obverse stars are softly struck, as usual. A shallow pinscratch crosses Liberty's left (facing) knee and thigh area. This issue was used primarily in trade with China, and survivors are scarce at all grade levels. Census: 11 in 63, 16 finer (4/08). (Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24YW, PCGS# 6945, Greysheet# 7207)

Weight: 26.73 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
May-Jun, 2008
28th-2nd Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on May 28, 2008 for: $10,350.00
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