Lot 1384
1873. Closed 3. NGC graded MS-66. A well struck gem that offers regal satin mint frost over all of Liberty's face and neck, undisturbed by handling or friction. Lightly toned in the reflective fields. A great looking coin that is so wonderfully preserved, especially so for an early half eagle struck soon after the end of the Civil War. An extraordinary condition rarity at this lofty grade level. The Closed 3 refers to the 3 in the date, where the knobs on the upper and lower loops nearly touch, and at a glance appear to be an 8. After the usual dies were prepared and coinage began in 1873, it was noticed that the 3 did appear to be an 8, so new dies were ordered with a more open appearance to the 3. Thus most 1873 coinage comes with with the Closed 3 and Open 3 date punches. Pop 2; tied for the finest examples graded at both services. (PCGS # 8329) Estimated Value $25,000 - UP
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