Lot 1425
1883 Hawaiian Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. A nice white coins. Well struck. Silver-white satin luster clings to the surface over both sides and is boldly displayed on this fresh-appearing half dollar. And so to the next qualification, the strike. Here we see quite good detail with not even minor weakness in the sharp centers including all hair curls and the main design features on the shield. Designs were by the Philadelphia Mint's chief engraver, Charles E. Barber, following photographs and designs provided by the Hawaiian government. The chief negotiator between the Hawaiian government and the United States was Claus Spreckels (1828-1908) the sugar baron. Pop 53; 10 in 65; 1 in 66. (PCGS # 10991) .
Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,700.
From the 9/09 Hawaii Collection.
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| Realized $3,910 |
