1794 1C Head of 1794, BN MS(PCGS#901374)

1794 1C Head of 1794, BN MS (PCGS#901374)

Spring 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Lot Description: Heck DS2, Breen Die State III. This is a pleasing example of both the type and variety, as confirmed by Dr. Sheldon when he cataloged it for our (Stack's) September 1954 Anderson-Dupont Catalogue:<p><em>Very Fine plus. Nicely balanced coin. Dark brown color, even surface. One small reverse edge bruise. Advanced state of dies.</em><p>To this we add only that chestnut-brown is a more expansive description of the color, and that both sides retain universally bold detail throughout the design. The edge bruise mentioned by Dr. Sheldon is at 9 o'clock, but is extremely minor, easily overlooked during in-hand viewing, and just as easily forgiven. This is Maris' "Roman Plica" variety. Sheldon referred to it as "Marred Hair and Cheek," due to some Mint-caused die chips on the central obverse motif.