1809 50C Overton 106 MS(PCGS#39395)

1809 50C Overton 106 MS (PCGS#39395)

The March 2012 Baltimore Auction

详细说明: 1809 Capped Bust Half Dollar. O-106. Rarity-3. MS-66 * (NGC). This reverse die, in its only use in the production of 1809 Capped Bust half dollars, is easy to identify due to recutting on the letter N in UNITED and a long tool mark (as made) from the upper right corner of the shield that extends toward the top of the eagle's right (facing) wing. This die marriage is described as a "common" variety by Stephen J. Herrman in the autumn 2011 revision to Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars: 1794-1839, but the author also establishes the remarkable condition rarity of the present Gem by ranking it as Condition Census #1 for the 1809 O-106 variety.     Vividly toned with cobalt-blue iridescence ringing the peripheries, the centers are also appealing in salmon-pink patina that has a mottled distribution on the obverse. Vibrant mint bloom throughout, with a well centered strike that imparted bold to sharp definition to all design elements. A lack of distracting abrasions confirms the premium Gem grade from NGC. Finest certified for the issue as a whole! Numismatic Reflections by Q. David Bowers This superb Gem, from the early range of the Capped Bust series, is one of the finest I have ever seen. The Kaufman Collection pedigree is important, as Phil was and is one of the most careful connoisseurs in numismatics. Here indeed is a half dollar that will be a highlight of the collection of its proud new owner.