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Description
Proof-Only 1873 Two Cent Piece
Closed 3, PR65 Red
1873 2C Closed 3 PR65 Red PCGS. The proof-only 1873 two cent
piece comes in two varieties. Closed 3 specimens are considered to
be original strikings. Open 3 pieces were apparently coined by
"midnight minters" a few years later, to meet collector demand for
examples. This Closed 3 Gem has a needle-sharp strike and lovely
sun-gold and rose color. Certified in a green label holder.
Population: 18 in 65 Red, 13 finer (4/09).From The Michael H. Williams Collection.(Registry values: N2998)
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2753, PCGS# 3653, GSID# 2759)
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin & zinc
Weight: 6.22 grams
Weight: 0.20843oz
Mintage: 600
Auction Info
2009 May Long Beach, CA Signature US Coin Auction #1125 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
May, 2009
28th-31st
Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
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