1842 Braided Hair Cent. N-6, 10. Rarity-1. Large Date. MS-63 BN (PCGS). CAC.The rich chocolate patina is accented by steely-blue tones around the devices throughout. Well struck from slightly worn dies in Noyes Die State B/B. The dentils are slightly weakened but the definition remains sharp overall, with the first 12 stars displaying centrils. A horizontal mark above the 2 in the date is most recognizable, and a hairline scratch underlines EN of CENT. Choice for the assigned grade.From the Paradise Collection. Earlier ex McCawley & Grellman Auctions/ Ira and Larry Goldbergs sale of September 2009, lot 2402; Ira and Larry Goldbergs sale of June 2017, lot 574.