Lot 1743
1812. Sharpness of MS-60 but obverse cleaned. The reverse of this Capped Bust, or Turban Head, half eagle grades a frosty MS64, but some poor soul has attempted to improve the obverse, unsuccessfully. While the coin has enough going for it to appeal to literally thousands of collectors who aspire to own one of these neat pieces, the obverse is technically marred by a well-done buffing. The strike's real sharp, there aren't the usual adjustments or flaws, and overall the appearance is fairly aesthetic. Remember, too, this was made way back during the War of 1812. Inspect this coin and make your own decision what it's worth to you. It will never "grade," but it should still please many collectors in the years ahead.
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| Realized $2,990 |
