Embossing is as follows (F-Crown) PAT / JAN 25TH 1870 (R-Crown) FEB 22ND 1870 / MCH 20TH 1877 {MLOD} Very bold and readable. Light wire groove rub in the front and rear, tiny flat flake on the base. Asking $10 + $9 shipping in the lower 48. Other locations will be a bit more. PayPal fee free preferred, check or money order also accepted. First email as always.