1877

Counterfeit 102

 Obverse 2: Handcut Die, Liberty with Ostrich Neck

Reverse B: Handcut Die

        

Obverse 2                                                          Reverse B

      

Comments: Weight is 12.8 grams and brass metal alloy with old dark colored wash. Edge reeding is strong with normal coin turn die alignment. Handcut obverse features Liberty with an extended neck.

Plate Coin: B. Greer Collection, EF Grade Estimate

1877 Counterfeits: 101, 102

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