Lot 2087
1860 Liberty Seated Half Dime. Legend. PCGS graded Proof 66 Premium Quality. This is the first regular issue of the new design with the legend on the obverse, and Longacre's wreath of cereals on the reverse. Superb dark blue around the obverse periphery, fading to gold towards the fields and center, and well frosted. The reverse similar, with deeper blue at the center, rose on the right, and more silvery gray on the left, and well frosted on the devices. Nearly perfect surfaces, as expected for the grade, and we see no signs of handling or abuse. PCGS agrees and awarded this one of its highest grades, PR-66, of which only 4 are seen of this date and a single coin graded higher. A worthy acquisition for the specialist.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
From the Michael Riordan collection.
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| Realized $3,335 |
