1723 Rosa Americana Twopence. Martin 3.11-E.6, W-1334. Rarity-4. MS-62 (PCGS).

Handsome steel-brown and antique brassy-gold surfaces are far smoother in hand than one might expect at the assigned grade level. The strike is well centered, and while the borders are essentially devoid of beading, all other features are not only fully on the planchet, but also boldly to sharply rendered. Close inspection with a loupe reveals evidence of die fatigue and, more significantly, some wispy marks and a touch of glossiness that point to old numismatic handling. A small piece out of the die has resulted in an area of raised metal within King George's hair behind the ear - an as struck feature that adds interest. This is an excellent representative of the type and a piece that would be difficult to meaningfully improve upon.

PCGS# 128. NGC ID: 2ASZ.

Purchased from Anthony Terranova, August 2011.

Estimate: $1000