Lot 533
1837 Liberty Seated Half Dime. No stars. NGC graded Proof 62. Large Date, with the 8 of the date punched wackily into the die three times; the other digits also mis-punched the first time (this die was later used to produce circulation strikes, sometimes in an early state, but later polished to reduce or efface the underlying digits). This is a lovely coin, with glittering Proof surfaces and a delicate layer of purple toning. Both sides show some light hairlines that are well-hidden by the toning and which can only be seen under magnification.
The mintage for this date has been estimated at 20+, a figure which jives with the 11 examples graded by NGC and the 12 examples graded by PCGS (undoubtedly, there is some duplication between the two). As such, this is one of the rarest Proofs in the entire Seated Liberty series and because of the great demand for this date as a separate type, prices are even higher than they might otherwise be. This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase what may be one of the most affordable grades for this elusive Proof.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,500.
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