Talbot Allum & Lee Cent - New Acquisition

Hi Jaobler -

I do not know what caused the light streaks on the obverse. The coin was purchased with them, and I believe the seller merely flipped it and would not know as to the cause. Other than color, the streaks do not appear to have any bearing on wear or condition at the places they appear.

Thanks for your input as to grade. I do appreciate it.

Hi dollarcoins -

Thanks for the follow-up.

I followed up and consulted Whitmans(2009) and Breen's. Per all the various photos and illustrations within both books, above the right mast, below the flag, there should be a rope affixed to the left of the mast (as there is pictured to the right). My specimen does not.

That said, along the [rim] edge of said specimen, there is a legend that states: "PAYABLE AT THE STORE OF"...