1846 Braided Hair Cent. N-8. Rarity-1. Small Date. MS-64 RB (PCGS).,Glossy lilac-brown patina is more extensive on the reverse, and both sides retain ample rose-red luster. The overall bold strike and Choice surfaces are sure to appeal to large cent enthusiasts, as will the impressive provenance. Noyes Die State B/C.,From the A.J. Vanderbilt Collection. Earlier from Abe Kosoffs sale of the Dr. James O. Sloss Collection of United States Large Cents, October 1959, lot 237; our (Stacks) sale of the Tad Collection of U.S. Large Cents, February 1976, lot 152. Stacks lot tag included.,