1892 50C MS(PCGS#6461)

1892 50C MS (PCGS#6461)

November 2017 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

详细说明: Stunning Superb Gem 1892 Barber Half Dollar Among the Finest Certified by PCGS 1892 Barber Half Dollar. MS-67 (PCGS). A delightfully original Gem from the first year of the Barber series, this piece exhibits a sapphire and apricot iridescence that saturates the peripheries of each side. The focal elements are blanketed in rich mint frosting and remain nicely undisturbed, surrounded by satiny fields that gently cartwheel at a tilt. Exceptionally well preserved and virtually pristine, this piece is clearly among the finest survivors from this inaugural issue. Though boasting a relatively low mintage figure of 934,000 coins, the 1892 half dollar is the most common issue in its series, as many were saved as souvenirs by the public in excitement over the new design from Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber. While easily acquired up through Choice Mint State, examples become considerably scarce in Gem condition, and Superb survivors like the present coin are nothing short of rare. Just four coins have been certified finer by PCGS, the pinnacle of which is a single MS-68 from the Greensboro Collection. For Registry Set enthusiasts and collectors of the most outstanding U.S. type coins, this handsome piece is a true jewel. PCGS# 6461. NGC ID: 24LF. PCGS Population: 10; just 4 finer through MS-68.