Lot 1003
1854 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-65. Here is an exceptional coin that boasts virtually mark-free surfaces and good luster. Well struck on the left stars, while the right stars are generally flat, the reverse is sharp throughout. As to the toning, it is a delicate layer of gold over the entire coin, and abundant luster resides beneath. PCGS has only graded 4 this high, with 6 graded higher, all MS-66. The with arrows type was made for just two short years, 1854 to 1855, to announce to the world the small reduction in the amount of silver used to coin these from previous years.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Chapman on June 20, 1944 for $3.00.
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| Realized $6,900 |
