Not pertinent to the thread topic, but interesting.
A one cent coin, 1792 Washington President pattern 1 cent large eagle w/stars, goes on auction Aug. 26.
Opening bid set at $74,000, expected sales price between $100,000-$150,000.
(A slightly better specimen sold for $253,000 in 2006).

Lot 350, Early American History Auctions, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Prices are down because of the recession; a good time to buy!