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1855-O H10C Arrows MS68 NGC. An extraordinary Gem 1855-O[H10C] Arrows MS68 NGC.

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1855-O H10C Arrows MS68 NGC. An extraordinary Gem 1855-O[H10C] Arrows MS68 NGC.
<B>1855-O<H10C> Arrows MS68 NGC.</B></I> An extraordinary Gem for the specialist that boasts snow-white color throughout and ample luster to please the eye. A loupe will note that the dies were boldly clashed, both the obverse and reverse. Furthermore, the obverse die shows evidence of rust, moderate encircling cracks through the stars and date and extensive lapping (perhaps to partially remove the rust and clashmarks). The branch mints sometimes had to suffer along with less than perfect equipment and in this case, used the obverse die well beyond when it should have been retired. Nevertheless, this coin is absolutely amazing, as it captures and displays these challenges with near perfection. The pinnacle grade awarded by either service for this date and mint is MS68, and only three coins have achieved this lofty recognition. Considering that 600,000 were coined and very few were saved at the time of issue, such a state of preservation is close to miraculous. The "with Arrows" type is elusive and in high demand, particularly so in Gem or higher grades. Close examination of the surfaces will note a tiny identifying nick, placed close to vertical on Liberty's cheek, and a very minor hairline slides between the ST of STATES. An exciting opportunity for the specialist who needs the finest grade for this date and mint. Population: 3 in 68, 0 finer (8/05).