1788 1/2P Machin's Mills, BN MS(PCGS#472)

The November 2012 Baltimore Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6544

Grade

XF45BN

Price

588

Lot Description

1788 Machin's Mills Halfpenny. Vlack 23-88A, W-8100. Rarity-2. GEORGIVS III. EF-45 Minor Roughness. 97.22 grains. Deep chestnut-brown with moderately lighter high points. Both sides display some minor roughness under low magnification, but no serious marks that would scare away interested bidders. Indeed, the overall in-hand experience is pleasing to the eye. PCGS# 472. Provenance: Ex: Phil Keller Collection. Paper envelope with attribution and pedigree information included.