Lot 102
1794 C-2a R2+ Liberty Cap, Head Right G6. Small Edge Letters. The obverse is a couple points better while the reverse is a couple points weaker, G6 being in the middle. The planchet displays very fine roughness in the fields and protected areas while the devices are relatively smooth. In addition, the reverse is covered with shallow planchet voids or fissures, strongest at UNITED. No verdigris or notable signs of contact. Lightly cleaned and retoned a somewhat glossy chocolate and steel brown mixed with a bit of lighter brown on the obverse. The date is bold and the legends are readable. Rare EDS, Manley state 1.0, before any die clashmarks appear on the obverse. Weight 96.8 grains. Davy #94.2a.4.
Estimated Value $400-UP.
Ex Superior 6/5/1988:3888-Bill Weber, McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 6/3/2002:2247 (via Don Valenziano).
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