Lot 2488
1834. Small date and letters. O-115. Rarity 2. NGC graded MS-66. Light hints of toning over lustrous surfaces. Immaculate surfaces. Prime-quality provenance (see below). The seventh and final stylistic change to Reich's venerable capped bust left Half Dollar of 1807-36 is seen in the 1834 to 1836 lettered edge pieces. There had been a major redesign by the mint, with a smaller, sharper face and a downward-tilted bust line. Stars also are smaller.
Most of these modifications were aimed at improving the striking quality of the dies. This splendid MS66 coin has all of its original mint "bloom" off the dies intact under the lovely toning. Albeit, there is some minor weakness on one wing of the eagle (the area lies opposite some high design features of the obverse), but all in all the coin thoroughly earns its grade. Full, bold E PLURIBUS UNUM on the scroll. And eye-appeal to die for! Pop 21; 5 finer in 67.
Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000.
Ex Eliasberg Coll.
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