Large Cents
1797 1C Reverse of 1797, No Stems, S-131, B-27, R.2 -- Damage -- PCGS Genuine. VG Details. Our EAC grade: sharpness of VG8, net Good 6. Breen Die State III. A solid, crooked die break behind the ribbon and no stems on the wreath are keys for Sheldon-131. A leaf tip points near the upright of D in UNITED. The dies on this example were misaligned with resultant weakness along the right edge of both obverse and reverse. Numerous small marks and lines dot the surfaces. Glossy, rich-brown surfaces add substantial eye appeal.
Ex: Springfield Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, 12/1981), lot 5050.
From The Padula Family Foundation Collection.
HID02901242017