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1853-O
Variety 103
Obverse 1.2: Worn Die, Open 5
Reverse C.2: Worn Die, Large O, [mm R,C], Clashed Die
Obverse 1.2 Reverse C.2
Obverse Diagnostic Point(s) Reverse Diagnostic Point(s)
Comments: Obverse 1 exhibits considerable wear during this later die state. The date and arrows are weak as are Stars 1 through 5. A faint die crack connects Stars 2 through 6. There are traces of light die clashing.
Reverse C is also in a late die state with loss of details in the wreath and denticles and strong die clashing marks behind DIM(E) and the lower right wreath.
Plate Coin: G. Fortin Collection, PCGS MS63 CAC Green, Eliasberg