1828 50C O-107 MS(PCGS#39760)

February 2021 Mail Bid Auction 51

Auctioneer

Sheridan Downey

Lot Number

66

Grade

AU58

Price

1,893

Lot Description

Brilliant, untoned with full cartwheel luster.  A trace of friction on the cheek.  There are 23 die pairs in 1828.  Only the O.107 and rare O.106 sport a curl and knobbed 2.  Chased by both Red Bookand die variety collectors this “R.2” brings a hefty premium when offered in choice AU or better.  PCGS suggests $1,750. Estimate: $1,200 to $1,600