1722 1/2P Hibernia, Harp Right, BN MS(PCGS#170)

1722 1/2P Hibernia, Harp Right, BN MS (PCGS#170)

November 2017 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Losbeschreibung: 1722 Wood's Hibernia Halfpenny. Martin 5.2-C.2, W-12810. Rarity-5. Second Type, Harp at Right. EF-45 BN (NGC). Satiny in texture with a well centered strike and ample boldness of detail remaining where striking quality will allow. Otherwise medium copper surfaces exhibit light tan-brown highlights as the coin rotates under a light. Horizontal planchet striation in the center of the obverse, centers on both sides softly struck due to sinking of the reverse die. Other evidence of a late die state is the chip on the obverse at the letter T in GRATIA and extensive rust throughout the reverse. An attractive Choice EF with considerable appeal for both type and variety purposes. PCGS# 170.