Lot 633
1856 Liberty Seated Half Dime. NGC graded Proof 65. A lovely gem speciman. Well struck with delicate sunset toning on both sides. According to Breen (1988), all Proof 1856 Seated Dimes are from one die marriage, the obverse with doubling on the ribbon, LIBERTY, and the lowermost folds of Liberty's skirt. There is also a die line on the reverse connecting the R in AMERICA to the border. This issue was struck two years before the Mint began to advertise Proofs to collectors; since recordkeeping was inexact in those days, the number of coins delivered in 1856 is unknown. Richly and originally toned, the surfaces are awash in lavender-charcoal color that deepens in a few areas near the peripheries and around the devices to warm shades of golden amber. The surfaces are pristine and free of conspicuous distractions. Pop 4; with 4 better by a point.
Estimated Value $11,000 - 12,000.
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| Realized $12,075 |
