1802 1C S-241, No Stems, BN MS(PCGS#36347)

1802 1C S-241, No Stems, BN MS (PCGS#36347)

Spring 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Lot Description: Breen Die State I. The reverse of Sheldon-241 is one of several in the Draped Bust cent series missing one or both stems to the wreath. This feature is attributable to human error. The stems of the wreath were not part of a device punch and, as such, had to be cut into each working die by hand. In the case of this and other Stemless Wreath reverse dies in the Draped Bust cent series, the engraver simply forgot to add the stems. The reverse of S-241 is also identifiable by a widely doubled fraction bar, the second, less pronounced bar low and into the top of the digit 1 in the denominator. The Widmer Family specimen is a well centered and generally bold PCGS-certified About Uncirculated coin with full, if slightly uneven, border denticulation framing both sides. Localized softness is noted, mostly at the upper obverse and lower reverse borders, but all major design elements are plainly evident. Faded mint color in golden-tan persists in many places, both sides also with blended olive and medium brown patina. Some light surface build up engages many of the design elements, most notably Liberty's portrait, but no significant marks are seen. Certainly an above average example of this die pairing, and worthy of serious bidder consideration.