Lot 1264
1806, 6 over 5, Large Stars. Overton-1, Rarity 3. PCGS graded AU-55. Nice old time toning. Tied with a few others as the seventh finest reported in Steve Herrman's Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars 1794 - 1839 for the Overton-101 die variety, and one of the finer examples of this overdate as well. An important offering for the specialist or type and date collector who is seeking a high grade example of this overdate. While the undertype 5 is well hidden by the 6, the tip of the flag as well as part of the lower curve is visible when studied with a loupe. Pop 7; 16 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6077) .
Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000.
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| Realized $6,169 |
