This new one isn't exactly in pristine condition, but I think it's a solid upgrade from the current placeholder (don't mind the flappy bits of foam filler material) that's in the draped bust large cent position. From the lengthy discussion I had with the shop owner and consulting his Sheldon variety book, we're both very confident that this is a S-271, state A (perfect dies) and prior to the "comet" or other flaws. There's nothing really "rare" about it at an R-1, but landing on a value (sale price) was probably the most difficult part, but I'm happy with the coin regardless of cost. It'll soon be housed in my 7070 after a few long acetone baths and anything I can do to help it out. And strangely, it has a slight convexed / concaved shape to it without having any heavy impact marks. There's a small ding one the E of ONE in the reverse, but nothing that would really substantiate it going from flat to convex. Current 7070 placeholder: Upgrade coin: Honorable mention: 1893 (P) Morgan... pretty sure a VAM-4 but I've gotta check that under my scope to be sure.
The reverse on the [newer] replacement coin is especially nice, with the exception of the small hit previously mentioned. I'm still stumped as to how that happened. For any of the EAC collectors here: what could possibly make this convex shape happen on this coin without a substantial impact? Is there something that happened with the planchets that could have caused it? I'll post additional pictures of the convex shape soon in case that helps, but it's very minimal
