1824 Washington and Lafayette Counterstamps on an 1822 Matron Head cent. Musante GW-112-C3, Baker-198C. Host coin About Uncirculated.

The counterstamps are at least Choice AU. Both are expertly placed virtually in the centers on the obverse and reverse of the host coin, and both retain sharp to full detail. The large cent has a bold date, is well centered on the planchet, and there is more or less bold detail to those design elements not affected by the counterstamps. The entire package is smooth and beautifully toned in a blend of medium copper and autumn-brown. Superior quality and eye appeal. An excellent addition to any advanced collection of Washingtoniana, Lafayette pieces, or even middle date large cents.

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Acquired from Art M. Kagin, 1979. Collector tag with provenance notation included.