1850 1C Newcomb 22, BN MS(PCGS#405913)

1850 1C Newcomb 22, BN MS (PCGS#405913)

June 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

Lot Description: 1850 Braided Hair Cent. N-22. Rarity-3+. MS-66 BN (NGC). CAC. With only nine examples of the 1850 N-22 seen in Mint State (per Bob Grellman, 2021), it little wonder that this is the first we've offered in more than five years. A beautiful upper end Gem, both sides are smooth and lustrous with a softly frosted texture. Original mint color still clings to the protected areas around many of the design elements, the balance of the surfaces warmly toned in medium copper-brown with a tinge of intermingled pale rose. A few peripheral features are a bit soft, the detail otherwise sharp to full. Dull marks on Liberty's neck and lower cheek will serve to identify this important coin in future market appearances, for it is a contender for Condition Census standing for this die pairing. PCGS# 1889. NGC ID: 226G. Click here for certification details from NGC. Additional image by NGC Photo Vision. Learn more at NGCcoin.com