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Sixth Finest Known 1844 N-6 in MS 62

1843 Obverse and Reverse of 1844. N-6, R.1. Sharpness of MS 62 Brown, net MS 62. Sixth finest known of the variety. There are two tiny spots, one hidden on Liberty's nose, and another on the rim above the final A of AMERICA. Excellent color and surfaces, with ample original red remaining to dazzle the eye, and enough light tan to show the proper age. Sharply struck with a small rim break on the obverse near the last star.
Ex: Howard R. Newcomb; J.C. Morgenthau and Co. #461 (5/45), lot 732; Floyd T. Starr (Stack's, 6/84), lot 430; R. E. Naftzger, Jr.; Early American Coppers (5/90), lot 301.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2269, PCGS# 1844, GSID# 1093)

Metal: 100% Copper
Weight: 13.48 grams
Weight: 0.47549oz
Mintage: 2,425,342


Auction Info

Auction Dates
September, 1997
11th-13th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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