1835 Token HT-433 Copper Gustin & Blake VT, BN MS(PCGS#77722)
1835 Token HT-433 Copper Gustin & Blake VT, BN MS (PCGS#77722)
Spring 2019 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction
- 拍卖行
- Stack's Bowers
- 批号
- 159
- 等级
- G6BN
- 价格
- 3,217
- 详细说明
- Vermont--Chelsea. 1835 Gustin & Blake. HT-433, Low-175. Rarity-5--Overstruck on an 182X Matron Head Cent--Good-6 BN (NGC). A particularly intriguing example of this elusive type, this is the first overstruck specimen of HT-433 that we can ever recall handling. The obverse design of the token is clearer than the reverse, the latter side revealing only some of the peripheral stars and faint elements of the central design. Much of the obverse lettering and most of the stars on that side are at least partially discernible. The undertype is readily identifiable, although the date is incomplete, with both Liberty's portrait and the wreath generally outlined. Warmly patinated medium brown surfaces are overall rough from extensive commercial use, several moderate marks and scratches noted for both sides. We mention these features solely for accuracy, however, for the scarcity of this type combined with the unusual overstriking are sure to result in strong competition for this piece among specialists. This firm was a partnership with Sebre Gustin and Amos Blake, who were tinsmiths and metalworkers in Chelsea, Vermont, for a short period of time. This is one of the few pieces from the Hard Times era associated with Vermont. Provenance: From the Ralph A. Edson Collection.