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Lot 2089

1861 Liberty Seated Half Dime. 1 over 0. PCGS graded MS-66. This is one of the finest known of this rare and somewhat controversial overdate. The remnants of something, thought to be an 0, are clearly present on the left side of the second 1 in the date. Breen thought is was an overdate too, although at least two obverse dies show identical features giving some experts pause, as the raised area left of the second 1 could simply have been caused by a defective date punch. Regardless, study and photography help settle these issues in time. Here is a satiny example in high gem condition for the specialist to ponder. The luster is bright and fresh, and the coin has delicate gold toning around the rims. Sharply struck except for a small area on the upper left wreath. PCGS has graded only 3 this high, with none higher, making this likely one of the finest known, and best preserved, of this overdate variety.
Estimated Value $4,500-UP.

 
Realized $5,520



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