Lot 2284
1874-S Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-65 Pryor Collection. Premium Quality. One of the finest known examples of this rare date, the strike is full save for the sixth through eighth stars which are slightly weak, and the surfaces are downright pristine. Note how the luster is satiny, and the color ranges from lilac and blue on the obverse to pale gold on the reverse. Identifiable by a tiny nick on Liberty's right arm, just above her elbow. An early die state without cracks or clashing. As a date, this has long been known as a rarity, especially in mint state grades, in full gem this is very high in the condition census for the date. PCGS has graded 2 this high, with just 1 graded higher! An exceptional coin for an advanced collection.
Estimated Value $17,500-UP.
Ex: Stack's Garrett Sale, March 13-15, 1975: 540; Bowers & Merena's James Pryor Sale, January 25, 1996: 223 and the Michael Riordan collection.
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| Realized $23,000 |
