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Lustrous 1796 B-2, BB-63 Dollar, AU55

1796 $1 Small Date, Small Letters AU55 PCGS. B-2, BB-63, R.4. Six die varieties are known for 1796 silver dollars, and two of the six are exceedingly rare. The other four are each scarce. The six varieties are distributed across three major categories.
The 1796 Small Date, Large Letters dollars are B-4, BB-61 and B-6, BB-64, the latter variety currently listed as R.8.
The 1796 Small Date, Small Letters dollars are B-3, BB-62, B-2, BB-63, and B-1, BB-66, the first variety currently considered R.8.
The 1796 Large Date, Small Letters dollars are B-5, BB-65, and they are instantly recognized by the large die chip at IC of AMERICA.
This piece is a remarkably fine example of the variety with sharp design details, satiny luster, and only a trace of rub on the high points. Both sides have light gold and iridescent toning to heighten its eye appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24X3, PCGS# 6859, GSID# 7150)

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper
Weight: 26.96 grams
ASW: 0.77352oz
Mintage: 72,920


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Auction Dates
January, 2010
6th-10th Wednesday-Sunday
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