1851 1C Newcomb 39, RB MS(PCGS#406771)

The August 2010 Boston Rarities Sale

Auctioneer

Bowers & Merena

Lot Number

79

Grade

MS66

Price

2,300

Lot Description

1851 Braided Hair Cent. N-39, Grellman Die State A. Rarity-3. MS-66 RB (NGC). Iridescent lilac-brown patina still allows one to appreciate considerable orange-red luster in the protected areas around the devices. Boldly struck and free of detracting abrasions, a tiny disturbance on Liberty's cheek appears to be a minor as-struck planchet flaw.