1859 50C, CAM PR(PCGS#86413)

1859 50C, CAM PR (PCGS#86413)

Spring 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

详细说明: 1859 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Proof-63 Cameo (PCGS). Warmly and originally toned surfaces exhibit dominant mauve-gray patina on the obverse, brighter reddish-rose and cobalt blue iridescence on the reverse. Frosty and smartly impressed, the devices contrast nicely with reflective-finish fields. Proof 1859 half dollars are remarkably scarce in today's market despite the production of 800 coins. These were struck at a time when the Mint was just beginning to market yearly Proof coinage to collectors, and the mintage of 800 pieces proved overly optimistic relative to actual sales. Those examples that remained undistributed by year's end were eventually placed into circulation and, thereby, lost to future generations of numismatists. Provenance: From the BASH Collection. PCGS Population: 12: 19 finer in this category (Proof-67 Cameo finest). To view all items from the BASH Collection click here. PCGS# 86413. NGC ID: 27TJ. Click here for certification details from PCGS.