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“Draped Bust 1798/7”: la moneda de diez dólares que se vende por US$425.000 por un error de acuñación
AR🏛️ Politics15 hr. ago

“Draped Bust 1798/7”: la moneda de diez dólares que se vende por US$425.000 por un error de acuñación

The article discusses a rare 1798 Draped Bust $10 coin with a minting error known as '1798/7' that has been sold at auction for over $425,000. The coin is part of the Eagle series introduced by the Coinage Act of 1792 and was produced starting in 1795. It features a unique combination of minting errors and star configurations (9x4), making it highly sought after by collectors. Experts estimate between 80 and 100 surviving examples of the BD-1 variety. The coin’s value is influenced by its condition, with one graded MS61 selling for $168,000 and another MS62+ reaching $324,000. The article references multiple auction houses and grading services like PCGS, Stacks Bowers, and Heritage Auctions.

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“Draped Bust 1798/7”: la moneda de diez dólares que se vende por US$425.000 por un error de acuñación

The article discusses a rare 1798 Draped Bust $10 coin with a minting error known as '1798/7' that has been sold at auction for over $425,000. The coin is part of the Eagle series introduced by the Coinage Act of 1792 and was produced starting in 1795. It features a unique combination of minting errors and star configurations (9x4), making it highly sought after by collectors. Experts estimate between 80 and 100 surviving examples of the BD-1 variety. The coin’s value is influenced by its condition, with one graded MS61 selling for $168,000 and another MS62+ reaching $324,000. The article references multiple auction houses and grading services like PCGS, Stacks Bowers, and Heritage Auctions.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on numismatic history and market values, which are apolitical topics. While it mentions historical U.S. monetary systems and government-related institutions like the Mint, these are presented as factual background rather than politically charged content. There is no overt bias or

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