Superb coin with great luster!

Year: 1972 D

Grade: MS 67 FT

Registry Points: 1,303

NGC Pop: Top Pop 8/0

Purchase Price: Self Made

These early clad Roosevelts are difficult to find fully struck and even more so to find with decent luster. I come across many coins that have wonderful luster and/or toning, but generally speaking that's the end of the line as the quality usually isn't up to par.

This coin was the exception, after removing it from an original mint set I was impressed with the luster and subtle steel blue/rose colored hues across the entire obverse. Closer inspection on the obverse proved that the coin was of decent grade. Imagine my complete surprise when I flipped it over and found the reverse to be just as nice and that the coin was full struck and indeed a full torch.

Top Pop at NGC with just 8 total coins graded for the grade and FT status. Replaces another NGC example, in my set, that was purchased through Teletrade.

Have a great day!

Todd

PS - the picture isn't crooked, but rather the die is slightly rotated on this example as well!

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