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1838-O With Stars

Counterfeit 101

 Obverse 1: With Stars, Date Shifted Right

Reverse A: Closed Bud Reverse, Large O

        

Obverse 1                                                 Reverse A

 

      

Comments: All seen have had a die lump joining the 3 and 8 in the date. At least 4 seen. It is possible that Heaton referred to this piece in his famous work. Scarce.

Plate Coin: B. Greer Collection, VF Grade Estimate

1838-O With Stars Countefeits: 101

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