1886-O $1 VAM 1A, Clashed E TOP 100 MS(PCGS#133905)

The Regency Auction 43

Auctioneer

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Lot Number

244

Grade

MS63+

Price

4,348

Lot Description

This is the SINGLE FINEST VAM 1A graded by PCGS. This Top 100 VAM is identified by the bold die clashing on the reverse which impressed the E from LIBERTY below the eagle's wing. Other obverse details are clashed on the reverse. This adds to the visual intrigue of this rare variety. Fully vibrant bold cartwheel luster booms across the fields. Sharply struck devices really stand out on this notoriously poorly struck date. This one has a nice, frosty cheek and crisply rendered details; even the hair curls above Liberty's ear are sharply defined! The clashes are quite sharp on the reverse and enhance this VERY CHOICE, coin's allure. Nearly full MS64 quality the 86-O is a major condition rarity any finer. For the 86-O as a date: PCGS 713, NGC 326, CAC 57. There are 30 graded MS63+, and this is the ONLY VAM 1A graded so fine, none are finer. This PQ coin, with its popular variety should bring more than the one we sold in May 2019 for $5,170. Dedicated specialists take note! Cert. Number 40669787 PCGS # 7168.00