Powhatan Arrow
1924

Owner Comments:

This is the second branch mint coin from the 1920s that I have been fortunate enought to add to this set. This coin is graded MS-62 by NGC, but from the photos it looks like it might be AU, so what gives? Did I get ripped off? Well, here is my explanation since I have the coin in hand and can see it much better than the camera. This coin has an exceptionally weak strike, probably the weaked I have in my collection. This weakness is most notable in the face, the high points of liberty's torso, and most pronounced in the 4 of the date (see how it looks kind of flat and wide?). Most AU coins will have the telltale "rub" or minor scratches and marks on the high points. While this coin has little detail on the obverse high points, it does have some bag marks on the high points, but no friction, again indicative of a weak strike. Overall, this coin is gorgeous! Beyond its rarity (don't let the mintage fool you!) it is a beautiful lustrous specimen, with clean fields and a delightfully original surface characterized by a light irridescent bluish and turquiose toning, most noticable around the edges. I am very happy to add this one to my collection!