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1797 15 Stars Half Dime, AU58
V-2, LM-1, Colorfully Toned

1797 H10C 15 Stars, V-2, LM-1, R.3, AU58 PCGS. CAC. The three different obverse dies used to coin four varieties of 1797 half dimes are quickly identified by the number of stars. In this case, 15 stars are arranged with eight to the left and seven to the right. This Borderline Uncirculated specimen exhibits orange-gold borders that frame steel-blue and lilac centers. Minimally marked surfaces show nearly complete underlying luster. The centers are lightly brought up, as always, while the remaining detail is bold. Lapping is evident on Liberty's upper curls, and the reverse field is clashed. A splendid example of this important design type.
Ex: Baltimore Signature (Heritage, 3/2009), lot 693; ANA Signature (Heritage, 8/2010), lot 3066.
From The Lewin Family Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22ZZ, Variety PCGS# 38597, Base PCGS# 4258)

Weight: 1.35 grams

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper


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Auction Dates
May, 2023
3rd-7th Wednesday-Sunday
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