1802 50C MS(PCGS#6065)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

拍卖行

Stack's Bowers

批号

2077

等级

XF40

价格

68,260

详细说明

Tompkins Die Stage 1/1. Some semblance of a circulated cameo appearance is derived from the interaction between steel gray recesses and lighter pewter high points. Blushes of russet peripheral toning further confirm the originality and visual appeal of this handsome EF Bust half dollar. Isolated softness of strike is easily forgiven in light of both the type and assigned grade, with plenty of bolder definition retained on both sides. Half dollar coinage remained limited in 1802, the Mint trying to balance contemporary bullion depositors' desire for silver dollars against the need for small denomination coins for use in everyday commerce. Only 29,890 half dollars were delivered from 1802-dated dies in three warrants dated January 26, December 8 and December 10. Survivors are among the most elusive in the Draped Bust, Heraldic Eagle series.