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NGC 1795 AU 55. V-5, R.3. Seven curls, the first star points between curls 2 and 3, the reverse shows the berries arranged 3-4 with none beneath the wings. The bold diagnostic die crack extends from the upper rim to Y in LIBERTY to the nose and then across the neck to the top of the 7 in the date. Toned a deep blue over both sides with contrasting silvery-reddish patina surrounding the devices. There are a few adjustment marks noted on the reverse and several other smaller, less noticeable abrasions scattered about. Very sharply struck on the obverse with the usually seen softness on the eagle's breast.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22ZV, PCGS# 4251, GSID# 3718)

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper
Weight: 1.35 grams
ASW: 0.03873oz
Mintage: 78,660


Auction Info

Auction Dates
July, 1994
27th-30th Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Numismatic Background and Census of 1802 Half Dimes: A Classic American Rarity
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