1855 Large Cent

Discussion in 'What's it Worth' started by Wheatmaster101, Feb 19, 2018.

  1. Wheatmaster101

    Wheatmaster101 U.S. Cent Collector

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    Recently bought online. Ideas on value based on pictures?
     
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  3. eric6794

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  4. Rheingold

    Rheingold Well-Known Member

    The coin looks rubbed and improperly cleaned. 10-15 Dollars maybe.
     
  5. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Here's the Numismedia trends page. That says $20 in G4 and $22 in VG8.

    Deducting some for the surface issues, I'd call this a VG (details) coin, and would agree with the previous respondents that it's essentially a $10-15 coin as-is.

    The "Slanted 5's" is a fun variety. I don't believe it carries any particular premium over the 1855 "Upright 5's" variety, but it's interesting because I read somewhere (in the Red book, maybe?) that the slanted 5's were a quirky eccentricity of designer Christian Gobrecht's work.
     
  6. Hommer

    Hommer Curator of Semi Precious Coinage

    I've not seen written anywhere that the slanted 5's is any rarer than the upright 5's but for some reason in EF they are tougher to come by. I have a Dansco that I've been working on for years and have yet to add that one to it. I have crossed paths with a few but the price wasn't what I considered in the ball park. Maybe I got the upright too cheap.
     
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  7. Wheatmaster101

    Wheatmaster101 U.S. Cent Collector

    Alright thanks guys, paid $10 because i wanted the slanted 5. Hopefully it looks better with better photos :)
     
  8. Wheatmaster101

    Wheatmaster101 U.S. Cent Collector

    Plus i now have all three 1855s. The upright 5, slanted 5, and slanted 5 knob on ear variety.
     
  9. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Well, that's cool.
     
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  10. Oldhoopster

    Oldhoopster Member of the ANA since 1982

    It looks like there might be some PVC residue on the coin. This is acidic and will damage the coin. A good acetone dip will remove it without damaging the surface. If you are unfamiliar with using acetone, search the archives here. There is lots of info.
     
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