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FUN Signature US Coin Sale 1251 4-6 & 8-9 Jan 2017
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Proof Seated Half Dollars
1857 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS estimates 30 to 40 1857 proof half dollars survive from a mintage of 50 specimens. Our extensive study of auction data identifies likely 36 survivors. They routinely make multiple trips to the services searching for a higher rung on the grading ladder. However, few can hold a candle to this incredible target-toned beauty. Concentric rings of royal blue, violet, and magenta surround amber-gold centers. Deep, glassy fields surround the frosted central devices. This wonderful proof has the look of "original proof set" toning and it obviously was preserved with great care while it evolved into a display of colorful, balanced patina on both sides -- so highly coveted by collectors of top-quality, early proofs.
The piece is high on the Condition Census -- only the Garrett-Kaufman coin is known finer. Magnification reveals a few delicate lines but no contact marks of any kind. The strike is pinpoint-sharp on the obverse and considerably less blended on the eagle's left leg than most proofs of the issue. Rare even in Gem condition and extremely rare this fine. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (11/16).
1857 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS estimates 30 to 40 1857 proof half dollars survive from a mintage of 50 specimens. Our extensive study of auction data identifies likely 36 survivors. They routinely make multiple trips to the services searching for a higher rung on the grading ladder. However, few can hold a candle to this incredible target-toned beauty. Concentric rings of royal blue, violet, and magenta surround amber-gold centers. Deep, glassy fields surround the frosted central devices. This wonderful proof has the look of "original proof set" toning and it obviously was preserved with great care while it evolved into a display of colorful, balanced patina on both sides -- so highly coveted by collectors of top-quality, early proofs.
The piece is high on the Condition Census -- only the Garrett-Kaufman coin is known finer. Magnification reveals a few delicate lines but no contact marks of any kind. The strike is pinpoint-sharp on the obverse and considerably less blended on the eagle's left leg than most proofs of the issue. Rare even in Gem condition and extremely rare this fine. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (11/16).