Lot 1422
1883 Hawaiian Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 62 Cameo. Mostly untoned with a hint of gold tone. Only 26 Proofs struck. One of a pair of lovely cameo Proof 62 Hawaiian half dollars consigned to us, this piece has all the charm and beauty one comes to expect of U.S. Mint-made Proofs of the 1880s, The limited number of Proof survivors never fail to excite bidders when they appear at auction. In addition to unqualified technical superiority, this coin's desirability is enhanced by beautiful strong cameo effect between the frosted devices and mirror-deep field. At the same time that the luster blossoms, substantial detail reveals itself on the highpoints of this exceptional example. All in all a remarkable coin! Pop 2; 1 in 63 Cameo; 1 in 65 Cameo.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.
From the 9/09 Hawaii Collection.
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| Realized $14,375 |
