(1783) Copper Washington & Independence Restrike, Plain Edge, BN PR(PCGS#682)

Spring 2019 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

337

Grade

PR64BN

Price

780

Lot Description

"1783" (ca. 1860) Draped Bust Copper. Restrike. Musante GW-107, Baker-3, Vlack 17-L, W-10360. No Button. Bronzed Copper. Engrailed Edge. Proof-64 BN (NGC). This richly original specimen is bathed in warm, even, autumn-brown patina. Fully struck, as befits the issue, with an overall smooth appearance that is just a few minuscule carbon flecks away from a full Gem Proof rating. Provenance: Ex Winslet Collection. NGC Census: 18; 18 finer in this category (Proof-67 BN finest). PCGS# 682. NGC ID: 2B6T. Click here for certification details from NGC.