1848 1C, RD MS(PCGS#1885)

The January 2012 Americana Sale

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

8130

Grade

MS64

Price

17,250

Lot Description

1848 Braided Hair Cent. N-9. Rarity-1. Grellman Die State b. MS-64+ RD (PCGS). This is a simply gorgeous near-Gem, premium quality in all regards and among the finest certified examples of the 1848 Braided Hair cent as an issue. Vivid pinkish red luster blankets surfaces that are smooth, satiny and virtually of full Gem quality. Boldly, if not sharply struck throughout, and sure to please even the most discerning collector. If a high grade example of either the date or individual die marriage is on your "want list," your search can end here with a strong bid for this lot.