1837 Token HT-430, R.L. Baker SC MS(PCGS#77680)

1837 Token HT-430, R.L. Baker SC MS (PCGS#77680)

Spring 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

详细说明: 19 mm. Coin alignment, the reverse rotated approximately 30 degrees counterclockwise. A rare and eagerly sought issuer from one of the most challenging states in the Hard Times series. Both sides are predominantly pewter-gray with warm olive-russet highlights engaging the design elements. The surfaces are exceptionally smooth and well composed for both the type and the assigned grade. Bold Choice VF detail overall.<p>J.W. Haseltine, in his 82nd sale, November 1884, stated that three specimens of this token were known. Over the intervening years more pieces have surfaced; the Rulau reference on the series suggests that seven examples of this variety are in public hands, and a few additional specimens have come to light more recently. This, however, is only our fifth offering for the type since 2008, a total that includes two impaired pieces, one with AG Details. Baker was a heavy advertiser locally, usually extolling the virtues of patent medicines. He was also important in the affairs of the Agricultural Society of South Carolina. In 1840, Gallighan's Vegetable Fever and Ague Pills were showcased in lengthy notices as were other cure-alls. His extensive advertising ended in that year.