Potential purchase: 1795 Cent

So far this is the only pic I have. Working on getting better ones from the seller. Any red flags from this one picture? What's she really worth? Thanks!

 

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What's the reverse look like? Can you get another photo without the flash in there? It's too hard to tell the top of the coin and whether it's real with it being so dark.

 

New pics in.. reverse is smoked.

 

Looks like an honest FR-02 1795 cent. From the pictures, it appears to have minimal porosity. I'm a little concerned what's going on near the Y in LIBERTY on the obverse (corrosion/toning/lamination/etc?) My guess is it's worth $100-200 or so.

 

What he said

 

It looks like a low grade, problem coin with either verdigris or corrosion on the obverse and some porosity. You can do far better. I would take the funds you would spend on this one and save up for a better, slabbed coin.

 

P.S. You could pick up a slabbed fine around $1100-$1200 and a VG for around $650-$700.

 

Thanks for the replies think I'll pass on this deal

 

good move

How much did they want for it?

 

Down to 225 as a lot with 28 other large cents. All pretty rough shape too

 

I think you made a smart move. I can't speak for anyone but myself, but my experience is that I'm never happy with an "iffy" coin. If I really want a particular coin, I'll save to get one in the condition that will make me happy.