Lot 2953
1878 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. Fully white coin. Only 800 proofs minted. Lustrous and almost devoid of any color, with frosty design elements set against deep pools of mirror surface. Hence the "cameo" description on the grading holder. A very pleasing Gem quality example makes this a scarce Proof from the late 1870s. So ends the discussion of the luster. Now on to the detail. This piece is not just close to, but completely and boldly struck, with outstanding detail at the key high points on either side. Not even a hint of softness anywhere. If you have ever considered the latent possibilities of a coin like this for dramatic future appreciation, both aesthetic and financial, then you'll understand its allure as well as the significance to the collector. Pop 4; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 86439) .
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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| Realized $8,050 |
