Lot 834
1917-D. Type 1. NGC graded MS-67 Full Head. Boldly struck with lovely deep blue and gold toning. Lustrous, mint-frosty surfaces put on a show with their rich shades of colorful iridescence, the overall appearance greatly reinforced by underlying smooth luster. Regarding this Type, the standing Liberty motif was "intended to typify in a measure the awakening interest of the country to its own protection," Mint Director von Engelken said at the time the coins first appeared early in 1917. "In the new design Liberty is shown a full-length figure, front view, with head turned toward the left, stepping forward to the gateway of the country .The left arm of the figure of Liberty is upraised, bearing the shield in the attitude of protection, from which the covering is being drawn. The right hand bears the olive branch of peace." Pop 18; 8 finer, 6 in 67 Star, 1 in 68, 1 in 68 Star.
Estimated Value $4,500 - 4,600.
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