1861-O 50C MS(PCGS#6303)

The Regency Auction 39

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

10

等级

MS66

价格

143,871

详细说明

FROM THE BIGMO CIVIL WAR COLLECTION EX GARDNER A piece of numismatic nirvana! 159 years old and it has the same perfection as when it left the bank! Surprisingly immaculate surfaces are a top feature. Even when using a strong glass there are NO hidden surprises. A soft luster glows from all over. Both sides are bathed in totally original shades of pale green/gold/pearlescent-lilac/blue/pale pewter colors. Miss Liberty and the details are frosty and are fully struck. The eye appeal is excellent! The 1861-O half dollar was struck under three different governing authorities: Federal, State of Louisiana (after seceding from the Union, but before joining the Confederacy), and under the authority of the Confederate States. This GEM is one of those issued by the Confederacy, the diagnostic die crack is noted to the left of the 6 in the date. The port city of New Orleans was of vital importance to both Union and rebel forces. Once Louisiana left the Union, it was clear that the city would have to be taken in order to strangle the south into submission, via the Anaconda Plan. The city would fall to Union forces in 1862. PCGS 4, NGC 3, CAC 2. This coin represents the last auction appearance for any MS66. It brought $18,800 way back in the Gardner sale in October 2014. So much time has passed since then. Coins of this magnitude have all but disappeared from the market. Once this coin is sold, it may be years before another pops up. Be prepared for strong bidding here! Cert. Number 6576629 PCGS # 6303