Lot 1954
1802, 2 over 1. Miller-49, Breen 1-A, Rarity-8. . M-49. VF-20. One of just 2 known according to Robert Miller, Sr., and this is the plate coin for the reverse photo in his reference book on the series. The edge has a few minor ticks, the most obvious over the O of OF on the reverse. Clean surfaces for the moderate grade, with scattered handling marks on either side. Fascinating die state, the reverse is cracked through the center of the first S of STATES down to the left corner of the shield, another crack extends from the C of AMERICA up through the right corner of the shield to the star above. Further, the reverse die is badly clashed, with parts of the date visible and Liberty's bust present too at the top of the reverse. Yellow gold in color with coppery hues near the devices. An important rarity which is seldom offered, no duplicates in the Bass Sales, and only one other example rumored to reside in a California collection, according to the author. A rare opportunity for the specialist in the series.
Estimated Value $1,250-UP.
From the Robert W. Miller, Sr., collection and the reverse of this coin is plated in his book.
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