LOT #6490 |
Sold on Aug 15, 1996 for: Not Sold
1840 1/2 C RESTRIKE, BN
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Sold on Aug 15, 1996 for:
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Second Restrike 1840 Proof Half Cent
1840 Restrike PR 65 Brown NGC. Second Restrike. Of the greatest rarity and importance, proof half cents are always in demand from type collectors as well as from those who collect half cents. Characterized by small berries on the reverse and file marks over RICA, the second restrikes are rated as Low R.7 with only a couple of dozen believed extant. This is a deep, iridescently toned proof that, when closely examined, reveals multiple layerings of patination over each side. The fields show evidence of the coin having been struck from a striated die which not only produced deep reflectivity but also left evidence of the striations, especially on the reverse. The surfaces overall are very clean with the only noticeable flaw being a single carbon spot midway down the neck of Liberty. Population: 4 restrikes certified with Brown color by both services, only one piece is finer (6/96).Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26Z5, PCGS# 1251, GSID# 585)
Metal: 100% Copper
Weight: 5.44 grams
Weight: 0.19189oz
Auction Info
1996 ANA Signature Sale #163 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
August, 1996
14th-17th
Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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