Lot 269
1797 S-133 R5 Stemless Wreath VG8. Sharpness VF30 or better but there are patches of shallow corrosion on both sides, mostly on the obverse. The only contact mark is a dull but obvious scratch from the dentils to the first A in AMERICA. Glossy dark chocolate and olive brown with lighter chocolate toning on the devices. The date and legends are clear. M-LDS. The die crack from the rim to the neck is present but not yet obvious. Portions of the edge show diagonal reeding. Comes with a nice provenance.
Estimated Value $200-UP.
Ex Dr. Charles E. McGirk-Anderson Dupont, Stack's 9/24/1954:165-C. Douglas Smith-Dr. Charles L. Ruby, Superior 2/10/1975:125 (where plated)-1989 EAC Sale, lot 81 (EAC lot ticket included).
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