Lot 1275
1827, 7 over 6. NGC graded MS-66. O-102. R1. Wonderful warm sunset and blue toning on both sides. Boldly struck. Tied for the second finest of this variety according to Steve Herrman's Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars 1794 - 1839. A single obverse die was used to coin all the 1827/6 overdate pieces, and it was paired with three distinct reverses. On Overton-102, the reverse characteristics include the right sides of T-I in line, and there is a small defect lump located at the top right of the final A in AMERICA to the segment above. AM joined, with the base of M higher than A.
To further expand on what we have hinted at, this is a highly lustrous and vivacious gem, and a benchmark for other examples of bust half dollars that share this lofty 66 grade. While the strike is firm and solid, it surpasses most other overdates seen in mint condition, certainly all of the head and shoulder details were impressed deeply by the die. An exceptional opportunity for the advanced variety or date collector. Pop 2; 1 finer in 67.
Estimated Value $17,000 - 19,000.
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