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Scarce 1798 S-172

1798 S-172, R.2. Sharpness of XF 45 Corrosion, net VF 25. The obverse has some light corrosion, while the reverse has several patches of light red corrosion in the fields, accounting for the net grade. Well struck and still a pleasing coin even with these surface problems, which are seen on so many early coppers.
Ex: Jonathan K. Kern.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2244, PCGS# 1431, GSID# 774)

Metal: 100% Copper
Weight: 13.48 grams
Weight: 0.47549oz
Mintage: 1,841,745


Auction Info

Auction Dates
September, 1997
11th-13th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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