1795 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar. BB-27, B-5. Rarity-1. Three Leaves. AU-55 (PCGS). A beautiful preserved and exceptionally produced BB-27 dollar. Blooms of satiny Mint luster glow from around the devices on both sides, emphasizing the superior sharpness to the design elements. The obverse is toned in rich gold and sapphire hues at the borders, while the reverse shows a sparse scattering of olive-gold and teal shades. Overall smooth and free from any distracting abrasions. While first introduced in 1794, it was not until 1795 that the silver dollar was produced in numbers that would allow it to fulfill its intended role as the monetary unit of the fledgling nation. At least 10 obverse dies and 11 reverse dies were prepared for the 1795 Flowing Hair dollar, resulting in 19 known varieties. The BB-27 variety is the most available of these and may be distinguished by three leaves under each of the eagles wings and a "bar" that extends from the topmost curl of Libertys hair to star 5. Because Libertys portrait was deeply impressed into the die, this variety was struck in high relief and many details wore down quickly. An estimated 2,500 and 3,500 pieces are believed to exist for the BB-27 die pair, but as with many of the early silver dollars, almost all are at the low to middle circulated grade levels, making the present specimen a real treat for an advanced collector. From the Naples Bay Collection. From the Naples Bay Collection.