1850 1C J-119 Snow-PT1a One Tenth Silver Cent NGC PR65 (PHOTO SEAL & CAC)
SOLD
SKU
4183788-003
A beautiful example of the initial attempt at reducing the size of the old copper large cent. This example is stuck in billon, which is defined as an alloy have a small amount of silver. It is in-fact One Tenth Silver as denoted on the reverse. It is perforated to enlarge the diameter. The dies are aligned in a medal turn. Ex: ANA 8/71:255; Harry W. Bass Jr.; Harry W. Bass Research Foundation #HBCC-6017; ANA Museum display; HA 8/14:5795; Don Kelley collection.
A beautiful example of the initial attempt at reducing the size of the old copper large cent. This example is stuck in billon, which is defined as an alloy have a small amount of silver. It is in-fact One Tenth Silver as denoted on the reverse. It is perforated to enlarge the diameter. The dies are aligned in a medal turn. Ex: ANA 8/71:255; Harry W. Bass Jr.; Harry W. Bass Research Foundation #HBCC-6017; ANA Museum display; HA 8/14:5795; Don Kelley collection.
| PCGS Coin Number | 11511 |
|---|---|
| Grading Service | NGC |
| Grade | PR65 |
| Year of Issue | 1850 |
| Mint Location | Philadelphia |
| Strike Type | Proof |
| Circulated/UnCirculated | Uncirculated |
| Holder Type | N/A |
| Grade Add On | PHOTO SEAL & CAC |
| Is on Sale | No |