Lot 1164
1899. PCGS graded Proof 66 Red. Beautiful deep mirrors with watery "Orange-Peel" fields. Frosted devices. This was graded prior to the "Cameo" designation being given by PCGS. It certianly deserves it. Only 2,031 struck. Pop 22; 10 finer in 67. (PCGS # 2386)
In reference to the term "orange peel" fields, after coining dies are hubbed and the date is applied, the die is given multiple polishes with progressively finer and finer polish. The last polish given to the dies prior to being hardened gives the field a surface much like a mirror. This is the deepest mirror attainable on the dies. When the die is hardened, the metal shrinks to some extent creating a wavy effect on the polished surfaces. It looks somewhat like the surface of an orange. When you see orange peel on a Proof Indian Cent issue you can be sure that it is one of the first examples struck from those dies. Later polishing to the already hardened dies will produce a flatter and shallower mirror. Estimated Value $750 - 850
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