Image Information
| Type | Coin |
| Title | 1767-A Sou, BN |
| Date | 1767 |
| Grade | AU50 |
| Service | NGC |
| Service Catalog # | 158651 |
| Denomination | Sou |
| Mint Mark | A |
| Description | 1767-A 9 DEN French Colonies Copper Sou, Paris Mint, Vlack 1-A, No RF Counterstamp -- Improperly Cleaned -- NGC Details. AU. Die alignment: 180?. A bold example of this intriguing issue, one of only a small fraction of these pieces without an RF counterstamp. Both the central devices and peripheral legends are boldly struck, though the obverse, as usual, appears a bit soft. These pieces are a legitimate part of the French Colonial series, though any circulation in the Louisiana territory was unofficial. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15234, realized $2040. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions. |
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