'1789' Token Mott, Thick, Plain Edge MS(PCGS#603)

October 2018 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6272

Grade

AU55

Price

384

Lot Description

"1789" Mott Token. Breen-1020. Rulau NY-610. Thick Planchet. Plain Edge. AU-55 (PCGS). 167.2 grains. Although dated 1789, most numismatic authorities today feel this token was probably produced several decades later. The diagnostic die break beginning at the upper left corner of the clock is well advanced here, and beginning to cover the inner line of text. Crudely produced, this example is actually much finer than most. The eagle shows little detail, but that is balanced by the legends being especially well struck up. In addition, the detail on the clock face - usually not present in this variety - is nearly complete. Glossy chestnut patina with no significant defects to the planchet.