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*1796 Draped Bust VF 20. S-114, R.5. Parts of the denominator and lower legend are weak due to either dirt and/or grease adhering to the die when the coin was struck. A few hairline scratches are noted on the obverse and a tiny edge nick is on each side. Medium dark steel-brown. Tied with perhaps a half dozen other pieces for sixth finest known. Ex: Old Colony Coin Auctions 10/58:115; Admiral Worthington S. Bitler (Abe Kosoff, 8/60); A-Mark Coin Co. M.B.S. 3/73:80; John G. Wood.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 223W, PCGS# 1401, GSID# 747)

Metal: 100% Copper
Weight: 13.48 grams
Weight: 0.48oz
Mintage: 363,375


Auction Info

Auction Dates
July, 1994
27th-30th Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
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