 1834 Br.1. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Die State I. With the initial look of a Proof coin as the fields are reflective, but the rims are not squared off enough and the die polishing does not extend into the recessed devices. Toned with a splash of gold in the lower right field and upper right on the obverse, the reverse more evenly toned a light gray with hints of gold starting to play into the fields. Moderate hairlines limit the grade from a Gem class. This reverse die was first used to coin the 1833 Br.2 variety, and shows unusual repunching on the eagle's talons and on 'OF A'. These repunchings were apparently lapped off the die when clash marks were removed, and are not seen on later die states of this variety.
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