Lot 515
Draped Bust Half Dollar. 1797. O-102, R-5. PCGS graded VF-30. Decades of research and the raw data gathering of the Population Reports have confirmed that the Draped Bust, Small Eagle half dollar is one of the rarest of the major type coins of all denominations. Locating a properly graded example is always a challenge, and when found, they are seldom offered at a discount! This particular example is a very light silvery gray color with traces of gold around the periphery. The surfaces are free of adjustment marks or similar problems. Close examination will note the usual surface ticks and marks from circulation, and we point out an area of faint discoloration at the left ribbon end.
In all grades, PCGS has graded 63 of this date, most of which grade in VF-35 or lower. The curls on Liberty are strong and the eagle retains substantial detail on his wing feathers, although the breast feathers are worn away by limited circulation. Housed in an old green insert PCGS holder (PCGS # 6060) .
Estimated Value $30,000 - 35,000.
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| Realized $33,925 |
