Lot 2909
1796 Draped Bust Half Dollar. 16 stars. . O-102. NCS graded Sharpness of VG-7 Browning-1. 6 Distant. Obv Scratches. Some old scratches are noted on obv. A pleasing uniform medium violet grey with lighter "rubbed" silver highlights giving the traditional appearance of a coin from circulation. Scarce draped bust, small eagle first year and a one year Type. Only 6,146 pieces were minted from two die pairs. This has the 6 in the date away from the bust and all digits seem to lean slightly to the right.
Estimated Value $15,000 - 17,500.
Purchased from Bowers & Merena 10/02/92 as Fine 12 for $15,850.;The Victor Kramer Collection.
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| Realized $16,675 |
