Lot 179
1797 C-2 R3 AG3. Off Center. Very slightly sharper, especially on the obverse, but this piece is covered with fine roughness and porosity. No verdigris, and the only significant contact mark is a light rim bruise before the mouth. Somewhat glossy dark chocolate brown and olive with lighter chocolate brown toning covering the devices. Struck 5-10% off center to K-7.5 causing the bottom of the 17 to be weak as it fades into the rim. Weight 74.7 grains. Davy #97.2.15.
Estimated Value $150-UP.
Ex Don Valenziano 1/8/1991.
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