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Reflective 1871 Two Cent, PR66 Red and Brown

1871 2C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. FS-102. Bold die doubling is visible on the motto, the ribbon, leaves, arrows, and shield outline. All proofs were struck from this same die, but there is a rare business strike struck from the same dies (FS-101). One of the popular late-series proof entries, produced to the extent of perhaps 960 pieces. This example boasts splendid cherry-red obverse fields with brown devices and bold reflectivity. The reverse blends lilac and brown while retaining good reflectivity. There is no visible carbon. Census: 21 in 66 Red and Brown, 1 finer (11/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22NH, PCGS# 3646, GSID# 2748)

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin & zinc
Weight: 6.22 grams
Weight: 0.20843oz
Mintage: 960


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Auction Dates
January, 2010
6th-10th Wednesday-Sunday
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