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NGC 1796 XF 40. LIKERTY variety. V-1, R.4, early die state. The 1 in the date is embedded in the curl, and the first star touches the first curl tip. An early die state of the popular LIKERTY variety, the top and bottom of the B are thin but still present. Deep blue and russet toning is intermixed over both sides and greatly subdue the effects of the several circulation marks. Scarcer date. Trends $3,600 (4/18).

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22ZW, PCGS# 4254, GSID# 3719)

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper
Weight: 1.35 grams
ASW: 0.03873oz
Mintage: 10,230


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
This 64-page book cites mintage and rarity estimates by prominent numismatists and documents the currently known 1802 half dime appearances. Each of the 32 documented examples includes an enlarged obverse/reverse photograph, the author's assigned grade, the provenance of each coin, auction prices realized or dealer fixed asking price, and a unique serial number for each specimen that will facilitate retrieval for research, cataloging, or price-information purposes. Reserve your copy of this remarkable volume for just $29.95 today.
Sold on Jul 28, 1994 for: $2,420.00
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