Lot 897
1795. 3 leaves beneath each wing. B-5, BB-27, Rarity 1. NGC graded VF-25. Beautiful light old toning on both sides, the deepest "antique gray" around the stars and legends, also surrounding the main central devices, with lighter silver gray high points contrasting this. The BB-27 variety has a short raised line behind Liberty (possibly from a slip by the die engraver's tool) and is seen on the entire BB-27 release. Devices are in high relief when compared to many other 1795-dated Flowing Hair varieties. 3 leaves under each wing, a Red Book variety. Choice rims; outstanding surfaces. There is a tiny planchet defect above the B in LIBERTY, possibly from a bubble or bit of carbon inclusion/slag in the silver alloy.
Estimated Value $4,500 - 4,700.
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| Realized $4,712 |
