My ref. says it is R6 which is certainly uncommon. The appearance befits a 200+ year old coin, so I would resist the temptation to improve its appearance. Just leave it in an environment that will enhance the toning. Maybe a small manila envelope or old dansco.
Posted 04/25/2025 11:11 am
Nice 104! This die marriage is enjoyable to study and search for the latest die states. The more cracks the cooler the coin!
This example below I had for a short time. After contacting Steve Herrman who assembles the AMBPR price guide and manages the Bust Half Nut Club census entries, he determined this to be the latest die state known because of the triangular die chip between the clasp and the drapery. All of the die cracks are seen on this example, plus a new die state entry for the triangular die chip.
The latest AMBPR has this listed as an unofficial die state at an R-5. I believe the stretching crack along the right stars is the definition for that die state.
There may be a small premium for your coin at this die state, but generally they sell within reason of common date price. The prime die state (no cracks) for this die marriage is extremely hard to find.
This example below I had for a short time. After contacting Steve Herrman who assembles the AMBPR price guide and manages the Bust Half Nut Club census entries, he determined this to be the latest die state known because of the triangular die chip between the clasp and the drapery. All of the die cracks are seen on this example, plus a new die state entry for the triangular die chip.
The latest AMBPR has this listed as an unofficial die state at an R-5. I believe the stretching crack along the right stars is the definition for that die state.
There may be a small premium for your coin at this die state, but generally they sell within reason of common date price. The prime die state (no cracks) for this die marriage is extremely hard to find.
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