While the nations mints churned Morgan dollars out by the millions in the 1880s, the mintage of minor coins were relatively tiny. In 1889, only 12,000 half dollars were struck, and this Premium GEM is among the highest graded pieces for the date at PCGS. A thick frosty luster has a glowing satiny texture in the fields. Both sides are richly toned, with slate-blue and deep verdant hues. The design elements are crisply and fully rendered and the surfaces are essentially PRISTINE and the eye appeal is fantastic. PCGS 13, NGC 8, CAC 4. The most recent PCGS/CAC example sold for $7,500 in October 2020. The current CAC CPG value is listed at $11,500 and the PCGS Price Guide is $8,500. There are just two coins finer, neither is CAC approved and this GEM will sell for a strong bid. Good luck! Cert. Number 43090300 PCGS # 6371