 1783 Washington. Unity States Cent. Baker 1. Copper. Plain edge. 114.7 grains. Brilliant Uncirculated. Typically granular as made, with bold striations visible at the peripheries to make the issue appear already circulated at the time of release. The obverse is a light iridescent rose and blue while the reverse is a combination of iridescent yellow, purple, rose and blue-green. Believed struck about 1820 with the clear intent of making the pieces appear far older than they were when placed in circulation.
Ex John J. Ford, Jr. Collection (Stack's, Part II, May 2004, lot 1; F.C.C. Boyd Collection.
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