1792 Washington Getz Pattern Ornamented Edge Cent
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Description
A 1792 Washington cent pattern by Peter Getz featuring an ornamented (decorated) edge instead of a plain edge. The ornamented edge was intended as an anti-counterfeiting measure, similar to edge devices used on contemporary European coins. The obverse shows Washington's bust and the reverse features an eagle design. This is one of the rarest Getz pattern cent varieties.
Rarity Notes
Extremely rare. The ornamented edge cent is one of the rarest Getz patterns.
Cross References
Baker 29; Musante GW-31; Whitman 10740
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