1818/7 50C O-102 MS(PCGS#39536)

The Regency Auction 52

Auktionator

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Losnummer

10

Erhaltungsgrad

MS65+

Preis

36.425

Losbeschreibung

FROM THE DALE FRIEND COLLECTION, PART II. This is the FINEST KNOWN O-102. There were three 1817 dies that were then repunched with an 8 creating the 1818/7 overdates, and the O-102 is the only one that had a small 8 in the date (O-101 and O-103 are both Large 8 varieties). This sensational and totally original GEM sits at the peak of the Population Report and the Condition Census for this Rarity-2 die marriage. This is truly an extraordinary specimen of this popular and important overdate. The 18/7 feature is readily evident with the naked eye. Every detail offers razor sharp definition, from the central devices to the peripheries. Intensely lustrous in the fields and the devices show a radial cartwheel bloom that rolls uninterrupted on both obverse and reverse. This exceptional mint brilliance highlights the mauve-gray, lilac, delicate teal, and soft iridescent hues that envelope this classic, old time collection look. The surfaces are essentially PRISTINE and devoid of any imperfections that would distract the viewer. Needless to say, this coin has a superb visual allure! Ex Phil Kaufman Collection; Joseph C. Thomas Collection, Heritage, April 2009, lot 2419 (as NGC MS66); Dale Friend Collection. PCGS 2, NGC 1, CAC 1. This is the only MS65+ graded and NONE are finer. The non "+" MS65 last sold in September 2015, as part of the Pogue Collection. In this lofty state of preservation, the PCGS Price Guide value is $35,000 and we would not be shocked if this AMAZING GEM sold for that level, or more. An important Red Book variety, worthy of a very strong bid! Good luck. Cert. Number 35594636 PCGS # 6114