1871 50C, CAM PR(PCGS#86429)

November 2017 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

拍卖行

Stack's Bowers

批号

10063

等级

PR65+CAM

价格

79,556

详细说明

Vividly Toned Gem Cameo Proof 1871 Half Dollar 1871 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Proof-65+ Cameo (PCGS). CAC. An absolutely gorgeous specimen, both sides are peripherally toned in vivid cobalt blue and reddish-apricot iridescence that frames brilliant centers. The toning is more extensive on the obverse, although on both sides it allows ready appreciation of bold cameo contrast between the central devices and surrounding field areas. Fully struck, as befits the method of manufacture, with surfaces that are smooth, attractive, and worthy of a premium bid. As a group, the Proof Motto Liberty Seated half dollars of 1866 through 1878 are scarcer than their later date counterparts struck from 1879 through the series' end in 1891. The latter issues actually enjoy greater recognition and stronger demand in today's market due to their association with low mintage circulation strikes, which means that the earlier dates such as the 1871 are somewhat underrated, and certainly overlooked by more casual collectors. This is an exceptionally well preserved survivor from a mintage of 960 Proofs that represents a significant opportunity for the astute bidder. PCGS# 86429. NGC ID: 27U6. PCGS Population: 3; 2 finer in this category (Proof-67+ Cameo finest). Provenance: From the Alexander Collection.