Lot 2419
1801. . JR-1. NGC graded MS-61. Medium grey toning on both sides. Not a particuarly attractive example for the grade due to a few hairlines, but nonetheless a pleasing strike on a problem-free planchet. 1801 is decidedly scarce in all grades, being virtually unobtainable Mint State (see population below). It along with 1802, 1803 and 1804 comprise the tough dates in this short-lived series (1798-1807). Only the 1805 and 1807 dates can be said to be common.
34,640 minted (2 varieties). Rarity-4. One of only two die marriages known for this challenging date. The R in LIBERTY is widely recut, and the reverse has numerous mint-made raised die lumps. JR-1 is identified by the prominently 'rusted' reverse field, as made. Most survivors are well worn; according to the standard John Reich Collectors Society reference, "Of highest rarity in MS-60 (not more than two known)." Pop 3; 1 in 62, 1 in 63, 1 in 65.
The 1801 dimes were coined from two obverse dies and one reverse die. While the reverse of JR-1 has extensive die rust, it is less advanced than found on JR-2. They are part of the interconnected group of dime and quarter eagle varieties struck from 1798 to 1801.
Estimated Value $20,000 - 25,000.
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