1827 N-12 R5 VG7. Several points sharper but covered with fine roughness on all but the highpoints, which are smooth. No verdigris, and the only mark is a tiny nick high on the cheek. Dark steel with lighter steel and chocolate on the highpoints. MDS. The die crack down between the 1 & 8 in the date is visible but not yet strong. Estimated Value $300-UP
Ex Chris McCawley 10/1998.
Liberty Cents