1861 50C MS(PCGS#6302)

The Regency Auction 39

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

9

等级

MS66+

价格

90,433

详细说明

FROM THE BIGMO CIVIL WAR COLLECTION This GEM is tied for FINEST graded! That this large coin survived in such an amazing condition is a marvel! Totally original, this coin has immaculate surfaces which are totally free of marks. Even using a strong glass we are unable to locate any marks or lines of any kind. A moderate mint luster has a warm, frosty glow under the wonderfully original, antique toning. Both sides have a sort of “dusty" old envelope type of toning in elegant shades of blue, gray, green, and gold. There is some pale magenta on the reverse where it looks like it sat for a long time, perhaps in an old, felt-lined cabinet tray. Were it not for some unevenness in the toning, this coin would make MS67. Miss Liberty and the details are frosted and are fully struck. The eye appeal is excellent! The mint churned out nearly 2.9 million half dollars, trying to keep up with the demand of the economy as the war began. It became clear in 1861 that the mint would not be able keep up with paying for the war effort with specie. The Treasury began issuing federal paper currency, commonly referred to as “greenbacks" due to the vivid green ink used to print the notes. These notes are highly sought after today by collectors. PCGS 16, NGC 5, CAC 9. PCGS has graded 5 in MS66+ with none higher. The last PCGS/CAC piece to sell in auction brought $12,000 in April 2019. The current Collectors Universe value is $16,000. Our collector purchased this amazing GEM in the April 2012 Central States sale for $14,950. This will be a great fit in any GEM toned set! Cert. Number 24455540 PCGS # 6302