Lot 352
1851 C-1 R1 VF30. Boldly Broadstruck. Slightly sharper but there is a fine scratch from star 3 to the cheek where it fades out plus traces of crud in some of the protected areas and several dull marks on the rims. Glossy chocolate and light olive brown. The obverse rim is beveled, which is typical for a piece struck completely outside the collar or normal coining chamber. This allows the planchet to spread out more than normal, and the diameter of this piece is a full 3 millimeters larger than pieces struck inside the collar. In addition, this piece must have been struck numerous times without shifting between impressions. The date and many of the stars were distorted as the planchet metal keep being forced farther out with each strike. There appear to be some strong rim cuds on the obverse as well from above star 11 down to below the 18. A remarkable half cent. Weight 81.3 grains. Davy #51.1.9.
Estimated Value $500-UP.
Ex Don Valenziano 4/17/89.
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