1853 1C Newcomb 5, RB MS(PCGS#405989)

The Regency Auction 45

Auctioneer

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Lot Number

436

Grade

MS65+RB

Price

2,174

Lot Description

THE SOMMELIER COLLECTION Ex Twin Leaf Collection, as noted on the insert. An incredible GEM caliber example of this R-2 variety which is tied for FINEST KNOWN on the Noyes Census. About 90% ORIGINAL red color blazes boldly on both sides with just a trace of iridescent tone and soft mellowing. Sharply struck with crisply impressed devices. The eye appeal is incredible. Ex. 1994 EAC Auction, lot 562; Chris Victor McCawley via private sale September 1994 to the Twin Leaf Collection; Stack's Bowers July 2015, lot 2625, which realized $2,938 (as PCGS MS65 RB CAC); intermediaries; present collection. Lot tags and collector notes included. PCGS 166, NGC 98, CAC 61. PCGS has graded seven examples MS65+ RB. This impressive GEM will see very strong bidding for sure, it will look great in any advanced set of GEM large cents. Cert. Number 31543442 PCGS # 1902.00