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1844-O H
ALF
D
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303
1844-O
.
PCGS graded MS-62.
CAC Approved
. Needle
sharp with pleasing antique toning.
Pop 5; 5 finer, 1 in
63, 3 in 64, 1 in 65.
(
PCGS # 4334
)
Estimated Value ........................................ $6,000 - 6,500
P
ROOF
C
AMEO
1852 S
EATED
H
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304
1852
.
NGC graded Proof 65 Cameo
. Only 10 minted.
The finest graded at NGC. Fully white. A glittering Gem
Proof! This coin is very likely among the finest known
examples of the date, surpassed only by the PCGS Proof
66, ex James Kelly coin we sold in February 2002. The coin
is a point better than any other reported by NGC. Although
the mintage is unknown, some expert estimates suggest
that 10 were struck in Proof, which agrees with Breen.
Noteworthy too that the Eliasberg coin, which was cata-
loged as Prooflike Mint State in that 1996 sale, has since
been NGC graded Proof 65, and could be this very coin.
Simply stated, this is a magnificent specimen, the devices
are vibrant silvery color, while the surrounding fields are
deeply mirrored and glowing. On the reverse, the devices
are incredibly beautiful, 100% razor-sharp. As to the vari-
ety, this is Valentine-3, with the date punched high and
slanting down to the right slightly. Perfectly centered under
Liberty and perfectly struck, with each star and device bold.
Some residual die polishing lines can be seen on the
obverse. Nearly perfect in condition, and a treasure for the
accomplished numismatist.
Pop 1; none finer at NGC
.
Estimated Value .................................... $25,000 - 28,000
G
EM
P
ROOF
1856 S
EATED
H
ALF
D
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305
1856
.
NGC graded Proof 65
. Only 50 minted. Boldly
struck with nice blue and gold toning.
Pop 8; 5 finer in
66
.
Estimated Value ........................................ $8,000 - 8,500
1856-O L
IBERTY
S
EATED
H
ALF
D
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306
1856-O
.
PCGS graded MS-66+
. Lovely rainbow toning.
A great looking coin. By virtue of the Plus designation, this
is the single finest 1856-O half dime in the PCGS certified
population. The eye appeal is spectacular, from the bright
obverse luster to the mix of gold, orange, and cerulean
patina covering each side. A well-defined and important
New Orleans beauty.
Pop 1; none finer at PCGS
. (
PCGS
# 4364
)
Estimated Value ...................................... $9,000 - 10,000
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OVELY
P
ROOF
1857 S
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H
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307
1857
.
NGC graded Proof 66
. Only 70 minted. Well struck
with lovely toning on both sides.
Pop 8; 1 finer in 67
.
Estimated Value ........................................ $6,500 - 7,000
