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The Collectors' Auction 2010
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1835 (C-2, R.1) PCGS MS-64 RD. 1835 (C-2, R.1) PCGS MS-64 RD.
Lot Title: 1835 (C-2, R.1) PCGS MS-64 RD.
Description: "ST" in STATES are punched close together for C-2 (and properly spaced for C-1). A die crack above ERICA extends into the field below the wreath, and this is seen only on the last few proofs struck, and the earliest business strikes. Interestingly, the reverse shows a die crack from the border to the wreath between "D S", and Breen thought this a characteristic of later dies, so there seems to be confusion in attributing the correct die state for this coin. One could guess an earlier die-state, becaue freshness of the dies would explain the marvelous sharpness seen on both sides.

PCGS has indicated a grade of MS-64 RD on the rattler holder, and that the color is magnificent and blazing with fresh mint bloom is evidence from the very first glance. Freshly struck mint-red has mellowed only a little in 180 years, although portions of the wreath display some brown patina on high relief areas. Certainly, original red copper is a joy to behold, but one disadvantage of coins that have never been allowed to develop patina is that they are prone to spots. In this case, the far left rim displays three spots of graduating size, and another rests below "BE" on the headband. Fortunately, these are too small to really detract much from the allure of a fully red middle-date half-cent.

Low Estimate: $2,900.00
High Estimate: $3,400.00
Lot Status: Bidding has been closed for this lot.
Hammered Price: $3,000.00
Price Realized: $3,450.00
1835 (C-2, R.1) PCGS MS-64 RD.
1835 (C-2, R.1) PCGS MS-64 RD.

Price history for items of the same classification:
Lot #AuctionCurrent Bid or Hammer PriceDescription
212The Collectors' Auction 2012 on 10/05/2012$250.00
1835 (C-1) NGC MS-62.
Frosty mahogany-brown patina looks perfect for a half-cent of this vintage, and even permits viewing of some underlying luster. In addition to a clashed die, surfaces show a few contact marks on the...
432The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009$700.00
1835 "C-1" PCGS MS-64RB.
Recognized as a hoard date for the half-cent series, most high grade 1835 examples trace their origin to the Elmer Sears hoard, uncovered during the middle of the Great Depression. This example,...
488The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009$550.00
1835 "C-1" PCGS MS-64RB.
1835 is a hoard date for the half-cent series, with most high grade examples tracing their origin to the Elmer Sears hoard, uncovered during the middle of the Great Depression. This example, graded...
186The Collectors' Auction 2008 on 10/17/2008$240.00
1835 "C-1" MS-60, spotted
An uncertified 1835 half-cent that grades MS-60, obverse corroded spot. This coin is bathed in highly unusual brassy-gold tone, nearly with the appearance of having been plated.
199The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007$310.00
1835 Uncirculated.
The surfaces glimmer with turquoise and blue over lustrous surfaces. Color this attractive had to be applied. A small rim bruise is noted at 1:00 on the obverse. No other marks are noted on this...
256The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007$250.00
1835 Classic Head Half Cent C-1, R-1, MS-60 and 1851 Braided Hair Half...
The 1835 example shows some traces of red on uniform brown surfaces, while the 1851 specimen has a glossy mahogany aspect and splashes of blue overtones.
257The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007$460.00
1835 C-1, R-1 PCGS MS-64 Brown.
Extremely clean surfaces for the grade on this lovely milk-chocolate brown example. A minor mark on Liberty's chin appears to be the sole reason an MS-65 grade wasn't awarded.

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