1817 N-8 R2 EF45. Ten points sharper and choice except for a splash of darker toning from the tip of the nose to star 3, and the splash contains traces of very fine verdigris. The only other mark is a thin nick in the field under the hair bun. Lustrous medium chocolate brown. EDS. Estimated Value $300-UP
Ex Lester Merkin-William A. Weimer, Kagin's 2/1987:4011-John R. Frankenfield, Superior 10/1991:834-Bob Vail, Superior 9/7/1997:371 (incorrect photo in that catalog)-2000 EAC Sale, lot 289-Dr. Wallace Lee, McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 5/25/2003:604 (lot ticket included).
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