1797 $1 BB-71 MS(PCGS#40004)

May 2012 Pre-Long Beach Auction #69 U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Goldberg Auctioneers

Lot Number

1274

Grade

F12

Price

3,105

Lot Description

Lot 1274 1797 B-3, BB-71 Rarity 2.PCGS graded Fine-12 CAC Approved.Light even grey toning with even wear on the main features of Liberty and eagle. Has a few old shallow scuffs in the obverse field. The field itself supports medium-gray color while the high points exhibit light silvery gray by way of contrast. Very appealing. This is the scarce Draped Bust, Small Eagle Red Book type, a coin high on the want lists of many collectors. Seldom available in choice circulated condition without problems (PCGS # 6865) . Estimated Value $2,700 - 2,900.