1798 1C S-176, BN MS(PCGS#36098)

Spring 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2163

Grade

XF40BN

Price

2,880

Lot Description

Breen Die State IV. This is a smooth and inviting piece with superior eye appeal in an EF Draped Bust cent. Fully denticulated around both sides with bold to sharp design features, there is much to recommend this attractive coin to type collectors and variety specialists alike. Sheldon-176 is a conditionally challenged die marriage, the Condition Census as presented in the 2000 Breen large cent encyclopedia comprised of coins with EAC grades of VF20 through AU50.