1820 25C Large 0 MS64 NGC. CAC....

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Vividly Toned 1820 Large 0 Quarter, B-1
MS64, Condition Census Example

1820 25C Large 0 MS64 NGC. CAC. B-1, R.4. Tompkins Die Stage 2. This is one of the Large 0, Large Stars varieties known for the date. Guide Book variety collectors would endeavor to acquire one each of the Large 0 and Small 0 variants, while Bust quarter specialists would seek one of all five pairings known for the year. The flag of the 1 is long and curved, the 8 is higher than 1 or 2, and there is a small lump above the dentils between 2 and 0. On the reverse all T's are defective at the bottom right. In this die stage there is a small lumpy die chip in the lower part of the 2 in the denomination.
Regardless of die marriage, the 1820 is rarely encountered in Mint State. Tompkins notes that while this variety is only "moderately scarce," it becomes more of a challenge as the Mint State level is approached. We would call the variety "very scarce," however, and it is worth noting that this example appears tied for second place in the Condition Census according to Tompkins' enumeration.
The design elements are strongly detailed on this near-Gem example. Orange-red patina occupies the centers, while electric-blue dominates the borders. Rotation beneath a light reveals just a few minute marks well concealed within the toning. Pleasing overall appeal.
Ex: Rudolph Collection (Heritage, 4/2006), lot 526.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: P4)

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 5329, GSID# 5066)

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper
Weight: 6.74 grams
ASW: 0.19338oz

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