1862/1 Silver Three-Cent Piece. FS-301. MS-67 (PCGS). CAC. A noteworthy condition rarity for the variety, this lovely coin exhibits a smooth, satin to softly frosted texture on both sides. The surfaces are lightly and attractively toned in iridescent champagne-gold. Sharply struck and expertly preserved, there is much to recommend this offering to advanced numismatists.<p>According to Bill Fivaz and J.T. Stanton in their popular <em>Cherrypickers Guide</em> (2015 edition), this well known overdate was discovered by John Cobb in 1963. The authors further note, "The overdate is believed to be due more to economy (the Mint having used a good die another year) than to error." While we have handled a number of Gems over the years, Superb Gems in MS-67 are very rare and seldom encountered in todays market.
