Lot 410
1856 Liberty Seated Half Dime. MS-60. Frosty luster in the fields and mostly white in color at the centers, while the edges are toned with alluring green and gold hues. Poorly struck at the dentils, but sharp on the central devices. This is an example of the upright 5, curved 6 with an open top variety.
Estimated Value $100 - 120.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. G. Macallister in a large group of half dimes on November 7, 1944 for $80.00.
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| Realized $132 |
