1849 Type 1 Open Wreath - No L Unc Details Cleaned. A beautiful example of the inaugural year for this issue, well struck w/ a couple of stars boldly re-punched (diagnostic for the No L) and a rev die crack rim to rim going through the "1". The only issue is that residual hairlines mar the overall appearance. The "No L" variety lacks the designer's initial L (for Longacre) on the truncation of the Liberty's bust. Sources state that only about 1,000 pieces were struck before production was halted. Mint Director Robert Patterson was worried that the relief was too high (a concern that later proved unfounded.) This issue is much rarer than the "With L" counterpart though many No L's were saved given that the gold dollar was a new gold denomination for the United states and these were the first issues off the press. Here's a chance to own a piece of numismatic history for what amounts to a small premium over the more common issue. (Image)
Est. $400-550 SE
Opening US$ 410.00
Sold...US$ 410.00
Closed..Feb-08-2024, 14:11:41 EST
Sold For 410
Sale No: 33
Lot No: 152
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Cat No: 1853D
1853-D Type 1 ANACS VF Details - Mounts Removed, Cleaned. Clearly an impaired coin, but still appealing. This offering represents an opportunity to own a very scarce issue from the Dahlonega mint. (Image)
