1793 1C Chain, S-2, BN MS(PCGS#35435)

1793 1C Chain, S-2, BN MS (PCGS#35435)

The November 2013 Baltimore Auction

详细说明: 1793 Chain Cent. S-2. Rarity-4+. AMERICA. Without Periods. Fair-2 (PCGS). A favorably worn example of this ever-popular first year large cent. Displaying mottled burnt-caramel surfaces with chestnut highlights around the devices, patches of brighter amber toning are also scattered about on the reverse. The obverse is mostly smooth, but with enough definition remaining of the portrait and LIBERTY to discern the variety. What appear as glinting scrapes to the naked eye are revealed to be the shallowest abrasions under magnification, lacking any significant metal movement. The chain and encapsulated motifs are considerably well defined on the reverse, with subtle remnants of the peripheral lettering visible at the right angles of observation. Charming and wholly suited for inclusion in a budget minded type set. One of the most sought-after issues as these were some of the first copper coins struck at the fledgling Philadelphia Mint and precious few survive compared to the number of collectors seeking an example. This one obviously circulated well and long, but is instantly identifiable at a glance for its unique obverse and reverse designs. PCGS# 1341.