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1869/'8' Silver Three-Cent Piece. Breen-2960. Proof-65+ (PCGS).

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1869/'8' Silver Three-Cent Piece. Breen-2960. Proof-65+ (PCGS).

A wonderfully and originally toned Gem example of this popular "overdate." Walter Breen called this particular variety an overdate in his 1988 Encyclopedia, where he credited its discovery to Don Taxay ca. 1962. More recent research by Kevin Flynn, however, suggests that the final digit in the date is repunched, hence the 1869/'8' designation on the PCGS holder. Only 600 were struck. Flecks of iridescent toning in golden-brown and pastel accents come to life as the watery underlying reflection captures the light. Well struck, this example is truly a delight to behold.

PCGS# 3719. NGC ID: 22ZR.

Estimate: $1850

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Price realized	2'900 USD
Starting price	1 USD
Estimate	1'850 USD

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