Early Dollars
1799 $1 7x6 Stars, B-8b, BB-165, R.3, AU50 NGC. Bowers Die State III. Like many Bust dollars, BB-165 examples are generally attainable up to the XF level, and then there is a sharp reduction in availability. This appealing About Uncirculated representative is notable for its smooth, problem-free surfaces and its rich, original coloration. Gunmetal-blue and brownish-gray shades combine with chestnut-gold undertones. Mint luster shines through the rich patina -- especially at the margins. The strike is crisp except at the central field stars above the eagle's head, a striking feature that is often seen on the variety in its later die stages.
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