1794 50C MS(PCGS#6051)
1794 50C MS (PCGS#6051)
May 2019 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction
- 拍卖行
- Stack's Bowers
- 批号
- 1063
- 等级
- VF35
- 价格
- 116,078
- 详细说明
- Handsome First Year Half Dollar 1794 Flowing Hair Half Dollar. O-101, T-7. Rarity-3+. VF-35 (PCGS). This splendid example from the first year of half dollar production sports a wholesome patina of deep pewter and slate gray tones. The motifs are left nicely rendered and Liberty's hair tresses flow boldly with much of the original detail present even though the coin is overall lightly worn. On the reverse, the eagle's wings show much detail, as well. The surfaces remain nicely composed and free from significant blemishes with none worthy of individual mention. The cracks at 2 o'clock and 10 o'clock on the reverse rim have progressed, but are not yet at the Overton-101a state. While 23,464 1794 half dollars were struck, perhaps just 600 or so examples remain of the nations premier half dollar design, a figure that encompasses all known Overton varieties and grades. In comparison to offerings of the 1795 year, half dollars of 1794 are few and far between in the auction marketplace. When found, the grade is typically less than the lovely VF-35 offered here. The present mid-grade example, with solid eye appeal and handsome surfaces is a thoroughly appealing candidate for both half dollar specialists and early type collectors alike. Click here for certification details from PCGS.