1788 VT 1/2P Georgivs III Rex, RR-31, BN MS(PCGS#687737)

November 2020 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

4220

Grade

F15BN

Price

1,020

Lot Description

1788 Vermont Copper. RR-31, W-2260. Rarity-5-. Mailed Bust Right. GEORGIVS III REX. Fine-15 (PCGS). 92.2 grains. A remarkably choice example of the variety, with lovely dark chocolate brown surfaces that are glossy and nearly smooth. The centering is nearly ideal, with denticles visible around the entire obverse and almost all of the date present on the planchet. Only some trivial marks and minor circulation scratches are seen, along with a bit of verdigris in the cuirass and a natural depression above it. Lined up with a dozen or more identically graded Fine-15 examples of Ryder-31, this coin would likely stand out as the nicest one. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection. PCGS #572 and #687737.