1841 1/2C Original, BN PR(PCGS#1254)

1841 1/2C Original, BN PR (PCGS#1254)

October 2018 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

详细说明: 1841 Braided Hair Half Cent. Original. B-1. Rarity-6. Large Berries. Proof-40 (PCGS). An intriguing offering, this coin is obviously a survivor from the Mint's Proof-only issue of 1841 half cents that was either accidentally or purposely placed into circulation. Both sides retain plenty of bold to sharp striking detail, nonetheless, the surfaces minimally worn yet with numerous small handling marks scattered about. Warmly patinated in olive and rose-brown, we expect keen interest in this lot among both half cent enthusiasts and specialists in early U.S. Mint Proof coinage. The Proof 1841 has an unknown mintage that was not recorded at the time, although it was undoubtedly limited in keeping with the standards of the era. The experts at PCGS CoinFactsestimate that only 20 to 30 originals are known, which are distinguished from the restrikes by having large (as opposed to small) berries in the wreath on the reverse. PCGS# 1254. NGC ID: 26Z6. Click here for certification details from PCGS.