1837 50C GR-5 MS(PCGS#531051)

August 2021 ANA U.S. Coins Auction

拍卖行

Stack's Bowers

批号

3162

等级

MS64

价格

56,362

详细说明

Condition Census 1837 GR-5 Half Dollar 1837 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Reeded Edge. 50 CENTS. GR-5. Rarity-1. MS-64 (PCGS). CAC. This delightfully original specimen displays attractive antique silver surfaces with ample highlights of rose, cobalt and gold iridescence scattered over both sides with strong luster readily apparent as it is rotated under a light. A thin die crack on the obverse below star one extends into the bust, up through Liberty's chin and cheek ending eventually at star 8. From the same starting point, another branch of the crack extends down through the drapery folds. Two more thin die cracks are noted on the reverse. The first starts at the rim below U of UNITED and moves across the left wing, through two leaves and eventually down through the T of CENTS and to the rim. The second crack moves down from the rim through the A of STATES into the eagle's neck, right wing and ending at the E of AMERICA. These cracks identify the die pair as GR-5, which is known for excellent quality strikes and is often seen with the reverse rotated 30 degrees, both markers seen on the present coin as well. At the MS-64 level, this coin is tied for finest of the variety, a position shared with three other coins according to the census compiled by Dick Graham in his 2012 reference. CAC approval only confirms the quality and excellent state of preservation. This is a superior example of the Reeded Edge, 50 CENTS type, produced in 1836 and 1837. The reverse legend was changed to read HALF DOL. in 1838, establishing this as a desirable two-year type. The 1836 issue, once considered a pattern, is remarkably scarce, directing considerable demand to the coins of 1837 to serve as type pieces. A stunning example that is destined for a phenomenal type collection or specialized set by Graham variety. PCGS# 6176. NGC ID: 24G4. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.