Lot 1121
1797. JR-1, 16 Stars. PCGS graded MS-61. A hint of light gold tone and very frosty. The sixteen star variety is scarce, and this is one of the finer examples known today. Notice the lustrous fields and strength of separation of Liberty's curls as well as the eagle's breast feathers, these high points are seldom present on coins with brief circulation, so mint state coins like this must be obtained to fully examine the fine nuances of the dies. All of the dimes struck with this obverse die show a fine or heavy die crack through the upper portion of the date to Liberty's bust. Not only is this a tough date to find nice, but this also is a rare type coin at this grade level. Only 25,251 struck. Pop 1; 1 finer in 66 for the variety. (PCGS # 38748) .
Estimated Value $24,000 - 27,000.
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