The large 8 variety is much less scarce than the small 8. Nice coin - were it not for the obvious nicks, hairlines scratches and other defects. Pretty clearly a 'details' coin, BUT, if you were to assign a 'Details of X, net Y, what would Y be? Thanks!
Looking at hair curls, bust details, the EPU ribbon, wing tips. the details are there for at least an XF40 maybe 45. I am at 35 details. Also, that reverse die looks to have a pre cud from the F thru wing tip on the reverse.
Are the big lines on the reverse adjustment marks? I want to say XF40/45 but I'm unsure on the treatment of the spot in her neck and the rim dings... also the large scratch on the reverse fon to the "A".
Than you very much everybody for your opinions - this really helps me greatly, specially with coins like this with some issues.
VF-35 sharpness with edge issues. Probably worth VF-20 money. It would probably land in a “details grade” holder. This variety comes well struck, unlike some other dates, like 1801 or ‘05.
I can't disagree and your assessment is more accurate than mine. What I see when I look at is wear on the hair ribbon, shoulder and on the bust, but it almost seems no wear across the hair making it stand out. It could very well be the strike on this coin - It just seems weird that with the amount of wear on those points the hair did not show more wear especially around the ear and the neck. I did just go an check some out on heritage in the VF and XF range. They do have some amazing strikes for that date some of those VF35 to XF40 coins are really nice.
