Barber Half Dollars
1908-O 50C MS66+ PCGS. CAC. Possibly once stored in a Wayte Raymond-style album page, this Premium Gem exhibits lovely gold, sky-blue, and iridescent peripheral toning around brilliant, champagne-toned centers. The strike is bold, particularly for a New Orleans half dollar, with weakness noted only at the eagle's dexter claw. Many collectors will be surprised to learn that the 1908-O is one of the most available Barber half dollar issues in MS65 and finer grades. As such, this issue is an ideal candidate for type collectors, who only seek a single representative of the design. Population: 22 in 66 (3 in 66+), 16 finer. CAC: 12 in 66, 11 finer (9/17).
Ex: Americana Sale (Stack's, 1/2003), lot 1809.
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