1796 1/2D Copper Co. of Upper Canada Breton-722 Bronze, BN PR(PCGS#651)

Spring 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

1250

Grade

PR65BN

Price

4,800

Lot Description

Gem Myddelton / Copper Company of Upper Canada Mule “1796” Myddelton / Copper Company of Upper Canada Muling. Copper. W-8910, Breen-1076, Breton-722. Proof-65 BN (PCGS). 139.7 grains. A beautiful and fascinating muling, a fine example of a variety that continues to see popularity in both the United States and Canada. Deep chocolate brown with high quality Boulton and Watt bronzing, both glossy and reflective, showing just a few little thin spots on the reverse. The only noticeable area is beneath the second A in CANADA, which shows a bit of contrasting orange. Very well struck and free of significant flaws, just one little nick near the central obverse. This variety appears to only exist in copper; it is a lovely way to include this Myddelton die in your cabinet. Provenance: From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex the Lawrence R. Stack Collection, November 2006. PCGS Population: 5; 5 finer (MS-66 BN finest). To view supplemental information and all items from the Sydney F. Martin Collection, click here. PCGS# 651. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.