1828 50C O-107 MS(PCGS#39760)

August 2016 Mail Bid Auction 43

Auctioneer

Sheridan Downey

Lot Number

61

Grade

XF45

Price

880

Lot Description

Only 2 of 23 die pairs in 1828 have a curl 2 w/ knob.  The other, 1828 O.106, is a rare die marriage.  This puts Red Book collectors to the test, converting the R.2 O.107 to a sought after rarity. Decent examples of the O.107 bring double or triple the price of other “common” die pairs of the year.  This example features slightly mottled grey obverse toning.  The reverse is evenly toned.  Luster highlights the stars and most of the legend.  The coin is well struck, free of distractions and original, through and through.  Est. $375 to $550.