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*Highlight Of Entire Auction* 1857 N-2 Braided Hair Large Cent 1c Graded Select+ Unc RD By USCG (fc)

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*Highlight Of Entire Auction* 1857 N-2 Braided Hair Large Cent 1c Graded Select+ Unc RD By USCG (fc)
***Auction Highlight*** 1857 N-2 Braided Hair Large Cent 1c Graded Select+ Unc RD By USCG. Highlight of the Entre Auction. Up for Auction is a Numismatic Rarity and a coin that has been preserved superbly. We are proud to offer one of 10 surviving RED 1857 Large Cents, Small Date Variety. This is also the Newcomb 2. It is the 2nd finest Known in Red of the Newcomb 2 with just one example grading ms64 RD. A truly captivating example displaying rich shades of honey, tangerine, and bronze across each side. These colors are emphasized by vibrant satiny luster that gleams under a light source and tumbles at a tilt. Friction is virtually absent, with just a few trivial marks visible under scrutiny. A scattering of microscopic carbon spots likely preclude this piece from full Gem qualification, though the surfaces are otherwise choice for the assigned grade.
This example is among the finest survivors from this popular, terminal issue. Just 2 other events have been recorded by PCGS at the MS-64 RD level, 1 of which may represent a duplicate submission. Only 1 coin ranks finer at MS-64+ RD, stressing the truly elusive nature of full Red examples of this issue. This exceptional quality cent would do equally well in an advanced type, Newcomb variety set, A Corey's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away, you might not find its equal Coin. I give this coin my highest recommendation