1828 C-2 R1 12-Star Obverse EF45. Sharpness close to mint state but there are traces of extremely faint roughness well hidden under the glossy dark olive toning. Traces of lighter reddish brown toning show in protected areas around the wreath indicative of an old cleaning. No marks or other defects. EDS, Manley state 1.0, before any die clashmarks show on the reverse. The fine die scratch that skips through IT in UNITED is sharp and all but a couple of the stars have full radial lines, which is unusual for this variety. Davy #28.2.1. Estimated Value $200-UP. Ex Western Numismatics 9/14/1970. Categories: Selections from the Davy Collection of US Half Cents Part 2
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