(1795) 1/2 P North Wales, Plain Edge, BN MS(PCGS#770)

The January 2013 Americana Sale

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

11522

Grade

AU58

Price

4,113

Lot Description

Undated (1795) Washington North Wales Halfpenny. Baker-34, W-11150. Rarity-4. Two Stars. Copper. Plain Edge. AU-58 (PCGS). 98.5 grains. Deep golden-tan with a hint of deep oxblood-red at Washington's shoulder. Struck from purposely worn dies to give the type credence as having been in circulation for a lengthy visit. The fields of the present coin are filled with <em>raised </em>die lines that faded quickly with use. Choice for the grade, especially given the nature of the issue..