August 2024 Global Showcase Auction – 12 - 23 August 2024
Ancient and World Coins and Currency
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Description
1787 Vermont Copper. RR-13, Bressett 17-V, W-2255. Rarity-1. BRITANNIA. AU-53 (PCGS).
An especially choice example of this otherwise plentiful RR number, one that is especially noteworthy due to the sharpness of detail on the reverse. Not only is much of the seated figure crisp, but the word BRITANNIA is fully legible at the border, even though the tops of the letters at left are indistinct. For the date, arm's length appreciation will reveal traces of the digits 87. Typically sharper on the obverse with universally crisp detail and nice border denticulation. There are no significant marks, planchet microscopically pitted, but to no great detriment. An interesting vertical obverse die break bisects King George's cheek and neck. Deeply and richly toned in a blend of charcoal-olive, golden-brown and deep rose, this is one of the nicest RR-13s we've offered in recent sales, and it is sure to see spirited bidding among astute collectors.
PCGS# 800830. NGC ID: 2B5C.
From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex John Agre and Dave Wnuck (Coin Rarities Online), September 26, 2009.
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| Price realized | 1'400 USD |
| Starting price | 1 USD |
| Estimate | 2'750 USD |
