Lot 1111
1870 Pattern half dollar, Judd-981, Pollock-1101, Rarity-7. Silver, reeded edge. . J-981. PCGS graded Proof 65. Although called Rarity-8 in the recent Pollock reference, the PCGS Population Report shows 5 graded, this being the finest of the 5. We will assume they are different coins, as well as different grades and lower the rarity rating a notch. This is a gorgeous, deeply toned example of this rare Standard Silver issue. Liberty is well struck, and the surfaces are superb. Dark blue in the fields, with lighter red hues at the centers. A problem free example, and apparently the finest known, of this important pattern issue.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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| Realized $2,530 |
