1878-P BF-1

Obverse 1


Right side of 1 is just right of shield point


A raised lump is right of the shield due to a die gouge.


Raised lump right of shield


Date Position: M 1, 0.70 mm

Reverse A

The two middle olive leaves above N in CENTS are disconnected from the branch due to over-polishing of the die.

Disconnected middle olive leaves

Comments: This is the only use of these obverse and reverse dies.

Scarcity: The second scarcest proof issue, and very rare as a circulated coin. Rarity Rating: R-3.

1878-P BF-1 - Obverse 1

1878-P BF-1 - Reverse A


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