Heya Everyone! Just wanted to share my 1794 Talbot, Allum & Lee piece that came in today. Previously graded by PCGS as XF-40, and is the "Far N" variety known to be an R-5/6. Let me know what ya'll think! Ryan
good question. But, many copper collectors want to 'feel the coin'. Myself? I prefer the guarantee of the TPG'ers. Nice coin.
Great looking, well-preserved coin -- really like the design.:thumb: Can you explain how you can tell it is a "Far N" variety? It is not readily apparent.
Here is one for you. It only went for $23,000 including (BP) http://coins.ha.com/common/view_item.php?Sale_No=1121&Lot_No=3560
Thanks guys for all your comments! The seller unfortunately cracked it out 4 or 5 years a go, and threw the slabs away, but kept the info. It was number 634.40/2643301 and was in an OGH. He cut out the little bar code and number thingy and taped it onto it's holder. So at least I still have a part of it left! I am really happy I had the opportunity to get this, since not only they are hard to get, but it's so beautiful!
Terrific coin, Ryan! I'm assuming that 's light striking on the Liberty figure, but lots of nice detail on the ship. The large die crack is very interesting.
I was thinking about this one currently in CRO's inventory. http://www.coinraritiesonline.com/index.php?page=search&task=det_pl&offset=24&gal_id=1
Hi Ryan - Just came across your post. I have a very similar looking specimen, except that it's not as nice of a grade: http://www.cointalk.com/t98665/ I've been pulling my hair out trying to attribute my variety, and thanks to your posting, I believe I've figured it out . I erroneously attributed my specimen as a Fuld-4, however, I believe both of ours is actually a Fuld-3. I was able to find the same variety with the same weird lighter tan blemishes at a previous Heritage auction. All three specimens have the "Far N":"Important 1794 Fuld-3 Talbot, Allum, & Lee Cent Auction: 2005 September Long Beach Signature Auction #384 Lot 402 1794 1C Talbot, Allum & Lee Cent, NEW YORK XF45 PCGS. Fuld-3. This is the rare variety with NEW shifted left, the E centered below the left base of A in ALLUM. This appears to have the usual lettered edge rather than a plain edge, although the determination is rendered difficult by the slab. Dark brown surfaces are blemished by a few spots of lighter tan, as well as minor abrasions and tiny scratches. Listed on page 72 of the 2006 Guide Book." From The Oak Collection of American Colonial Coinage.(#634)" Does your edge have the following lettering "PAYABLE AT THE STORE OF -: -: -: ?" If so, I believe diagnostics for your specimen are the following: Specimen is a Fuld-3 / Breen-1032 / W-8580 Rarity: URS-5 (approx 9-16 known specimens exist) Regards, CheetahCats
