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1831 1C, BN
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Sold on Sep 11, 1997 for:
$2,185.00
Bid Source: Live: Floor bidder
Description
Stunning 1831 N-3 from "The South Shore Hoard"
1831 N-3, R.1. Sharpness of MS 64 Red and Brown, net MS 64. Tied with one other for second finest known business strike. An impressive and magnificent large cent that boasts fiery original red in the fields and delicate tan on the devices. The surfaces are pristine, and show nary a mark, even with the aid of a glass. Boldly struck on Liberty, but most of the stars are not full, typical of the issue. Identifiable by a minute spot atop the foot of the L of LIBERTY.Ex: "The South Sea Hoard"; H. E. Morey, 9/1900; Allison W. Jackman; Henry Chapman (6/18), lot 772; Wayte Raymond, (The United States Coin Co.); Jenkins Collection; Dr. James O. Sloss, 9/58; R. E. Naftzger, Jr.; Abe Kosoff (10/59), lot 179; Emanuel Taylor, 10/60; R. E. Naftzger, Jr.; Early American Coppers (5/90), lot 164.
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 225M, PCGS# 1678, GSID# 973)
Metal: 100% Copper
Weight: 13.48 grams
Weight: 0.47549oz
Mintage: 3,359,260
Auction Info
1997 September Long Beach Sale #178 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 1997
11th-13th
Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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