August 2024 Global Showcase Auction – 12 - 23 August 2024
Ancient and World Coins and Currency
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Description
Superior VG 1793 Chain Cent
Desirable S-4 AMERICA, With Periods Variety
1793 Flowing Hair Cent. Chain Reverse. S-4, B-5. Rarity-3. AMERICA, With Periods. VG-10 (PCGS). OGH.
A lovely coin for the assigned grade, and an exceptionally attractive Chain cent for having seen such extensive circulation. Wear, while expectably heavy for the assigned grade, is even and gentle on surfaces that present as pleasingly smooth during in-hand viewing. Only under close scrutiny with a loupe will one discern a trace of microroughness to the texture and, on the obverse, a few wispy pin scratches on Liberty's portrait. All major design elements on the obverse are fully discernible, both periods clear, the date fully legible despite some softness to the first two digits. On the reverse the chain is sharp, as expected, but portions of the legend and both denominations are soft and can be difficult to make out at certain viewing angles. A nice blend of olive and deep brown patina confirms this coin's originality and enhances the eye appeal. The old style PCGS insert uses coin #1341, which is now reserved for the AMERICA, Without Periods Guide Book variety of the 1793 Chain cent.
PCGS# 91341. NGC ID: 223F.
From the Tom Hyland Collection. Earlier from Heritage's Long Beach Signature Sale of September 2004, lot 5048.
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| Price realized | 9'500 USD |
| Starting price | 1 USD |
| Estimate | 10'000 USD |
