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1873 Closed 3 Two Cent Piece
PR64 Red and Brown, CAC
Old Green Holder

1873 2C Closed 3 PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. Closed 3 examples of the 1873 proof two cent piece are considered original 1873 strikings, while Open 3 coins are believed to be restrikes. This Choice Red and Brown example displays mostly copper-red and orange hues, with only some thin burgundy toning in the margins that determine the Red and Brown designation. A sharp strike adds to the eye appeal. Scattered pepper specks appear on each side. Housed in a generation 3.0 old green label holder. CAC: 20 in 64, 68 finer (12/25).(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2753, PCGS# 3652, Greysheet# 2758)

Weight: 6.22 grams

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin & zinc


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Proxy Bidding Ends 
January
15th Thursday 11:50 am CT
Auction Dates
January
14th-17th Wednesday-Saturday
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2801 W. Airport Freeway
Dallas, TX 75261

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