1847 Hawaii Cent. Medcalf-Russell 2CC-5. Plain 4, 13 Berries. MS-64 RB (NGC).A glow of peach and tangerine hues dominate the complexion of this lovely Red and Brown specimen. Additional shades of blue accompany the reverse and the high points are accented by chocolate brown hues throughout. Inspection reveals a pair of old marks in the upper right obverse field thought the surfaces are otherwise smooth. The copper coinage of 1847 was the first for the Hawaiian Islands and several minor varieties -- date styles and berry counts -- are known. All are fairly elusive, especially in Choice Mint State as offered here.
