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Desirable 1795 C-6a Half Cent, AU53
Struck over Talbot, Allum & Lee Token

1795 1/2 C Plain Edge AU53 PCGS. C-6a, B-6, R.2. This piece clearly shows traces of Talbot, Allum & Lee undertype from the ship's rigging in the obverse field at 7 o'clock. A skilled observer will find additional small traces of undertype at other locations. It is a sharp impression with chocolate and olive-brown surfaces and an area of darker patina with minute roughness at the left obverse. Hints of pale blue iridescence remain, and lighter tan is evident on the reverse. MRB XF45.
From The Chandler Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: P6)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2225, PCGS# 1018, GSID# 441)

Metal: 100% Copper
Weight: 6.74 grams
Weight: 0.23775oz
Mintage: 139,690


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2010
6th-10th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 9
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Sold on Jan 6, 2010 for: $6,900.00
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