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1794 1C S-25 R3 Head of 1794 XF45 PCGS....
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Description
1794 S-25 Head of 1794 Cent, XF45
Heck Die State 2
1794 1C S-25 R3 Head of 1794 XF45 PCGS. The obverse is
glossy medium brown blending to chocolate in protected areas; the
reverse is glossy steel brown with olive brown in protected areas.
The reverse is choice, void of marks or other distractions. The
obverse, however, suffers from several nicks including a large one
in the hair just left of the ear and another in the field close to
the lower curls. The nick left of the ear is relatively fresh and
the lighter toning inside the nick does catch your eye. Otherwise
just minor nicks on the cheek and in the field before the portrait
where the nicks are mixed in with small planchet chips. E-MDS,
Breen state II, Heck state 2, with die clashmarks but no cracks.
Graded EF40 net VF20 and tied for CC#10 in the Noyes census, his
photo #28989. Bland says EF40 net VF30 and tied for CC#7. This
cataloger's EAC grade is EF40 net VF30. The attribution and COL
Ellsworth Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS Gold Shield
label (35540.45/15022354). The reverse of the holder is
scratched.Discovered in Europe-Heritage Auctions 3/1/1991:934 ($687.50)-Chris McCawley, Superior 5/31/1992:433 ($1650)-Robinson S. "Robbie" Brown, Jr., Superior 1/27/1996:38 ($3080)-Dr. Wallace Lee, Superior held in association with McCawley & Grellman Auctions 5/25/2003:367 ($3450)-COL Steven K. Ellsworth.
The 1991 Heritage ANA Early Spring Auction, held in Dallas, showcased a wide array of U.S. numismatics, but its copper offerings were a particularly important feature. The large cent section began with foundational 1793 issues, including Wreath cents in pleasing collectible condition, and extended into the 1794-1796 Liberty Caps, Draped Busts, and later early dates. Among the highlights was the remarkable triple-struck 1797 cent from the Dr. Ruby Collection, described as one of the most spectacular multiple strikes ever reported, which drew significant attention. Other standout early date cents included strong 1798 examples, a range of 1797 die marriages, and later rarities through 1811, several exhibiting sharp detail and attractive color. These coins reflected Heritage's emphasis on careful attribution and historical context in their cataloguing.
Later copper continued with high-grade Classic Head and middle date cents, including Mint State 1817 and 1830s-1850s issues retaining significant original red luster. Together, the early copper sections balanced landmark rarities, mint errors, and Condition Census material with more affordable collector-grade pieces, reinforcing the ANA sale's appeal to a broad audience. This breadth made the 1991 Heritage sale a memorable event for copper specialists, providing collecting opportunities across the entire early U.S. cent series.
From The COL Steven Ellsworth Collection of U.S. Large Cents 1793-1796.
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 223P, Variety PCGS# 35540, Base PCGS# 901374, Greysheet# 76749)
Weight: 13.48 grams
Metal: 100% Copper
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Auction Info
2026 January 8 US Coins Signature Auction - FUN Special Sessions: Ellsworth & Jacobson #1389 (go to Auction Home page)
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