Lot 2962
1884 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 66 Cameo. Light gold and blue toning around the obverse edges. Only 875 proofs minted. One of a pair of exciting Proof 66 examples of this very low mintage issue from the 1880s. Smooth metallic flow enhances the glittering mint mirrors that cover the surfaces, giving the coin a shimmering, almost glowing appearance. The original mint brilliance is only interrupted by an aura of golden to steel-blue patina along the rims. It is easy to see this piece was delivered a hard blow from the dies, or as some researchers believe, the dies were nearly new and carefully set in the equipment to impart the requisite force, and which imparted their sharpness to the struck planchet. Such wonderful quality won't last long in the numismatic marketplace before being hidden away in a "museum class" collection of seated Liberty half dollars. Best to act quickly and with determination. Pop 5; 2 in 67 Cameo as best by NGC.
Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,500.
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| Realized $5,290 |
