(1783) Silver Washington & Independence Restrike, Engrailed Edge PR(PCGS#688)

August 2011 Chicago ANA World's Fair of Money Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6117

Grade

PR55

Price

978

Lot Description

"1783" Washington Draped Bust Copper. Restrike. Baker-3A, Vlack 17-L, W-10380. URS-8. Silver. Engrailed Edge. Proof-55 (PCGS). Deep silver gray with golden toning highlights throughout. Notable old toned scratch from bottom of toga to the period following the date, otherwise mark-free to the unassisted eye. All told, a pleasing example of a popular early silver issue.