1905-S 50C MS(PCGS#6503)

The Regency Auction 43

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

161

等级

MS67

价格

197,164

详细说明

Ex Eliasberg, as noted on the insert. An inspiring SUPERB GEM that has appeared in auction exactly two times since it left the San Francisco mint in 1905. Tied for second finest graded, this is a spectacular specimen. Described in the April 1997 Eliasberg catalog as: "A gorgeous gem specimen of an issue which is exceedingly rare at this level. Delicate champagne toning at the centers changes to light gold at the borders, creating a visual and artistic treat. Some very light planchet striae are on the obverse (from the planchet preparation process." To that we will add that the surfaces have a glowing, glassy luster that enhances the light golden iridescent toning. The devices have a pearly sheen and they stand out boldly. Finer than the vast majority of pieces, this is an underrated rarity at this level. Ex. Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr Collection, Bowers and Merena/Stack's, April 1997, lot 2105. Purchased directly from the San Francisco mint by J.M. Clapp in November 1905; J.M. Clapp to John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate, en bloc to Eliasberg, via Stack's in 1942. Sold for $23,100 in the original Eliasberg sale, purchased by John C. Hugon; Hugon Collection, Heritage, January 2005, lot 4240, where it sold for a world record $32,200. PCGS 2, NGC 0, CAC 1. Only a single MS68 is graded finer. The last time this coin sold, as mentioned above brought $32,200. The only other CAC-approved example sold in 2013 and is now the MS68 on the Population Report. This STUNNING, original, wonderfully pedigreed coin will fit into any AMAZING Barber half dollar set. Good luck, bidding will be intense! Cert. Number 25638239 PCGS # 6503.00