For Sale: HK-25 1876 Centennial Liberty Bell Rounded 6 / Independence Hall SCD
$395.00 · NGC MS 64 BN
| Reference | HK-25 SH 2-4 CU |
|---|---|
| Date | 1876 |
| Grade | MS 64 BN |
| Price | $395.00 |
| Item # | 2031A |
| Metal | Copper |
| Designed By | William H. Key |
| Engraved By | William H. Key |
Near TOP POP, only 8 graded finer. The Centennial Exposition held in Philadelphia had the Liberty Bell on display. William H. Key engraved two different dies with the Liberty Bell design. Careful inspection reveals numerous differences, most noticeably the digit 6 in the date. This variety has a rounded 6 on both the obverse and reverse; the other die variety (SH 2-3) has a pointed 6. These dies are not found paired with any other dies and are almost always found holed. William H. Key was the assistant engraver to William Barber, 1864-1885, his signature is below Independence Hall.