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1799 S$1 AU50 ANACS. B-12, BB-160, R.3. Die State III. Here is another example of the "No Berries" r

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1799 S$1 AU50 ANACS. B-12, BB-160, R.3. Die State III. Here is another example of the  No Berries  r
1799 S$1 AU50 ANACS. B-12, BB-160, R.3. Die State III. Here is another example of the "No Berries" reverse Dollar, this time from the B-12, BB-160 die marriage. This reverse die was mated to four different obverse dies, and was "re-married" once. It was first used on the 1799 B-16, BB-158. The reverse die was lapped, resulting in the two upper berries becoming smaller, and then was mated with the famous 1799 8 x 5 star obverse. It was then "re-married" with the first obverse die to strike more examples of the 1799 B-16, BB-158 (which may explain why the 1799 B-16, BB-158 is a relatively common variety). Next, the reverse die was used to create this coin, from the B-12, BB-160 die marriage. By this time, the berries had been lapped from the die. After striking this die variety, the reverse die was used to strike the other "No Berries" reverse Dollar, the 1799 B-11, BB-161. A specimen of the 1799 B-11, BB-161 is offered above in AU53 ICG. All four uses of this reverse die are offered in this sale for those who would like to compare the different die states. Well struck overall, the lightly toned surfaces show good portions of bright remaining luster and there are no obvious abrasions on either side, but the obverse shows extensive die cracks.From the Albany Collection. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 per hour. Sometimes eBay Premier live bid software cannot keep up with that pace, so we strongly recommend that you place a realistic proxy bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Also please note that all Heritage/CAA lots purchased through eBay Premier carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions.