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Liberty Seated Half Dollar varieties are attributed using Bill Bugert's multiple volume "A Register of Liberty Seated Half Dollar Varieties" and will be referenced as WB. Variety collectors are urged to add these Registers to their numismatic libraries.

There are 61 Coins for Sale. Most recent coin added on May 20, 2022

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
	1856	VF30	NGC 4839771011		Choice	$160	New May 11! Attractive Rose-Gray Patina, Underrated Date, Well Preserved, Southern Texas Collection. Astute Seated half dollar collectors realize that 1856 Philadelphus strikes are less often seen than the New Orleans counterpart. This Southern Texas Collection duplicate warrants prompt attention given its attractive rose-gray patina and hits of remaining luster. Accurately graded with no distractions. Housed in large font NGC holder.
	1856	EF40	raw	WB-101	Cleaned	$145	Slightly Better Philly Date, Satiny Luster, Cleaned, Cumberland County Collection. 1856 Philadelphia strikes are more diffiult to locate than New Orleans counterparts. This Dansco album raw piece has satiny luster under a bright light due to an light old clean. Surfaces have retoned light gray with golden overtones. Visual appearance is decent enough for inclusion within another Dansco album based project.
	1856-S	AU55	raw	WB-5	Market Acceptable	$2150	Scarce Grade, Frosted Luster, Residual Mint Frost, Dipped, San Jose Collection. The 1856-S Half Dollar is inherently scarce because of its low mintage, but it is even more rare because collectors saved precious few examples during its issue. The San Jose Collection has released an AU55 example that has been obviously dipped given its white coloration. During 10x inspection undisturbed mint frost is easily seen surrounding the stars and throughout the reverse. Strike is complete with bold devices. Fields are essentially unabraded. The million dollar question is that of TPG gradeability. I am unable to locate signs of a past cleaning other than a dip that has removed the original toning. The reverse is beginning to show copper-gold at the periphery. Let's rate this offering as Market Acceptable as I am unable to guarantee that this piece will straight grade. An ideal speciment for a Dansco or Whitman bookshelf album.
	1857	EF45	raw		Cleaned	HOLD $145	Attractive Steely Gray, Reflective Surfaces, Old Wipe, Southern Texas Collection. A value 1857 Liberty Seated half for inclusion in a Dansco or Whitman Collection. This piece features steely gray surfaces and reflective luster from being wiped years ago. Fields are unabraded.
	1857-S	G06	NGC 6212772001		Choice	HOLD $285	New May 4! Better Early San Francisco Date, Natural Coin Gray, Choice Surfaces. Promptly purchased when illustrated in the Daily Blog. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1857-S	AU50	raw	WB-4	Original	$2500	Frosty Luster, Original Mint Frost, Prior Dip, Retoning, San Jose Collection. The 1857-S half dollar is scarce in all grades due to a small mintage of 158,000 pieces. The San Jose Collection has released a raw AU50 specimen that I believe is original and unmolested other than an old dip. Natural steely luster radiates during angled light inspection along with mint frost surrounding the stars and within the protected devices. My assessment is that this half has been dipped and is slowly recovering golden coloring. There are several lines in the lower right obverse field. This is a difficult situation for setting pricing. If you don't like the asking price, please make an offer.
	1858	AU58	PCGS 40342053		Choice	$600	New May 20! Marvelous Eye Appeal, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Excellent Cartwheels, Near-Gem. This 1858 half might be seen as a "common date" by some collectors. However, among those common dates, some arrive to the office with wicked nice eye appeal as is the case here. A continuous layer of granular mint bloom covers both sides along with delicate peripheral copy gold toning. Angled lighting releases brilliant luster and vibrant cartwheels. A 10x reveals faint rub on the left breast and lower leg in the usual location. A near-gem offering that is visually opposite to crusty CAC approved examples. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder.
	1858	AU53	PCGS 31423025		Choice	$365	Choice Original, Steely Reflective Luster, Gray-Gold Patina, Pikes Peak Collection. Golden-rose gray toning is represented with varying shades on this choice 1858 Philadelphia strike. Steely reflective luster is readily apparent when view with angular lighting. Accurately graded with unabraded surfaces. Another premium Seated half dollar offering from the Pikes Peak collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1858-O	AU58	raw		Market Acceptable	$300	Reflective White Luster, Sharp Cartwheels, Dipped, Southern Texas Collection. Fans of brilliant reflective luster while enjoy this flashy 1858-O Seated half. Obviously dipped at some point but still retaining light mirrored fields.
	1858-O	AU55	PCGS 83145454		Choice	$450	Steely White Surfaces, Prooflike, Choice Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. Brilliant, frosty luster drapes both sides of this popular New Orleans half. A few smoky tones appear in the date, mintmark, and reverse shield. Sharply struck, with pinpoint detail in the eagle claws and feathers – indeed, this part of the design rises from the planchet with exceptional separation of all elements. Likely dipped long ago, but not excessively so. Silver coinage production ramped significantly following passage of the 1853 Coinage Act, remaining high until the advent of Civil War. This issue boasts the highest mintage in the series, after the 1876 Philadelphia half. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1858-O	AU55	PCGS 33077874	WB-12	Choice	$450	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Subtle copper shades outline Liberty and the eagle, while a light, even splash of charcoal patina fills the fields on both sides. WB-12, with repunching in 1 evident to the right, and a cud present in the reverse shield. Nicely struck with distinct claw knuckles. The eye appeal is strong, indeed, it is hard to have too many coins with this level of pleasing originality. CAC has approved 96 pieces in all grades. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1858-O	AU50	raw	WB-12	Cleaned	$185	Dull Gray, Reflective Surfaces, Old Cleaning, Cumberland County Collection. A well struck 1858 New Orleans Seated half that was also pulled from the Cumberland County Dansco. This example offers strong device details with lightly reflective surfaces and a dull gray appearance. Fields exhibit faint hairlines under a 10x loupe. An entirely presentable example that is value priced for another Dansco bookshelf album project.
	1858-O	EF45	PCGS 82926507	WB-22	Original	$235	Repunched Date, Steely Gray Fields, Newtown Collection. A pleasing example of the 1858-O WB-22 die variety with steely light gray fields. The residual date punch between the 58 digits is visble as is the large die lump in lower gown folds. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder.
	1858-O	EF45	PCGS 39191262	WB-6	Choice	$795	Quadrupled Second 8, Residual Frosted Luster, Choice Surfaces, Newtown Collection. An important 1858-O die variety with at least quadrupled punching of the second 8 digit. Remnants of prior punches are seen in the upper loop, between the based and top loop, and two additional punches to the right of the digit. Were late hours and/or alcohol a factor here? Not only is the variety exciting, but the host piece is fully choice. Though certified as an EF45, this half dollar strike presents substantial amounts of mint frost and resulting luster. Surfaces are 100% original with a light natural gray patina. Worthy of a CAC submission by the new owner as this piece has many attributes of those pieces graded AU50. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1858-O	AU53	PCGS 34971000	WB-7	Choice	$480	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Seated half dollar die variety specialist will note the errant 8 digit found within the base of the rock that marks the WB-7 die pairing. A choice example with steely reflective fields that align well with the certified grade. Obverse pewter-gray contains additional shades of embedded gold. The reverse skin is lighter gray which allows increased luster and cartwheel action. Surfaces a fully choice and unabraded. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1858-S	AU58	raw	WB-10	Market Acceptable	$550	Sandy Gold Patina, Faint Hairlines, Bold Strike, West Texas Collection. The wicked good strike on this 1858-S half immediately captured my attention when cataloging the raw pieces in the West Texas Collection. Strike and the sandy gold colored surfaces suggested an original coin may be at hand. 10x loupe inspection revealed very faint obverse hairlines. This old wipe has dulled the obverse luster slightly while the reverse luster remains intact. An attractive example that has been adequately discounted and warrants a Market Acceptable quality rating.
	1858-S	EF45	NGC 4184380004	WB-12	Choice	$525	Errant 8 in Base, Natural Coin Gray, Choice Surfaces, Fully Struck, Pikes Peak Collection. If in the market for a premium 1858-S, might I suggest that this Pikes Peak release be carefully considered? This lovely Seated half is perfectly balanced. Strike is complete. Surfaces are original and covered with coin gray patina that is not too crusty. Fields retain their steely characteristics and a surprising amount of luster. Grading is accurate with just a few faint contact marks in the fields of no consequence. The WB-12 die variety features a misplaced lower loop of an 8 digit in the base directly above the final 8 digit. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	1859	PR66+	PCGS 33513691		Gem	$18750	Intense Mirrors, Gorgeous Toning, Monster Bright Light Performance, Osprey Collection. The Osprey Collection does it again with this amazing addition to GFRC inventory. This spectacular 1859 proof Liberty Seated half dollar, from a mintage of 800, is a PCGS pop one with only two finer at PR67. PCGS TruView images are available for those who wish to view the piece from an alternate photography method. The obverse mirrors are particular intense and sharp while the reverse mirrors are a bit subdued. GFRC and PCGS, in combination. provide an accurate assessment of the in-hand and bright light viewing characteritics. This is an unquestionable gem and one of the finest known. CAC approval further validates the importance of this new Opsrey offering. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1859	AU55	PCGS 26454285	WB-102	Choice	$725	New May 20! Ultimate #149 WB-102, Choice Original, Strawberry Field Pedigree, Ex. Newtown Collection.. Original olive and rose surfaces with crisp, reflective luster are marked by sea-green patina in the protected areas, and the eye appeal is compelling. This example features the type 2 reverse, with the bases of L in HALF DOL slightly lengthened. Stars are weakly impressed, but the feathers and claw joints are more distinct. The CAC population is 42 pieces, a lower number that calls attention to the fact that this is a lower mintage Philadelphia issue, with less than a million examples struck. Although thought of more as a type coin, this piece will attract enthusiastic bidding activity. Ex. Strawberry Fields (Heritage 9/2013, $764), Newtown and Tenafly Collections. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2011-2013) holder with CAC approval.
	1859-O	AU53	PCGS 38595394	WB-2	Choice	$480	Errant 9 in Denticles, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Continuously frosted surfaces are readily apparent during the initial viewing of this 1858-O W-2 half. The extra top of a 9 digit protrudes upward from denticles directly below the final 9 date punch. Strike is close to complete with only the top most stars lacking fully connected center points. Luster has a granular texture with peripheral gold adding color accents. A premium example from the Newtown Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1859-S	MS64	PCGS 80122703	WB-8	Choice	$5250	Thick Frosty Luster, Faint Golden-Gray, Fully Struck, Near-Gem, Sunset Collection. Early San Francisco half dollars are scarce, as the western Mint focused on processing massive quantities of gold bullion. The San Francisco Mint struck 566,000 pieces in this year, and the 1859-S issue is priced well above “type” status even in lower grades. This piece is well advanced in the condition census, with 19 pieces reported by PCGS at this grade, and only eight examples higher. Thick, frosty luster with swirling cartwheels reveals antique silver shading with a dusting of russet on both sides, more evenly within the reverse legend. A few faint hairlines in front of the eagle's beak likely preclude CAC approval. Nicely struck, with sharp stars and delineated claw joints. WB-8, with centered date and large mintmark barely touching stem. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder.
	1860	AU50	ANACS 5406147		Choice	HOLD $295	New May 4! Superb Eye Appeal, Ebony-Gray, Steely Fields. An eye appealing 1860 Seated half with steely fields overlaid with ebony-gray toning. A full strike certainly adds to the pleasing overall appearance. Surfaces are essentially unabraded. Housed in ANACS yellow label holder.
	1860-O	EF40	PCGS 35611183		Original	HOLD $200	New May 11! Residual Frosted Luster, Light Gray Toning, Near-Choice, Southern Texas Collection. The Southern Texas Collection is releasing a lovely 1860-O Seated half with notable amounts of remaining luster. Angled light inspection sees a steely-frosted textures with light gray toning. Accurately graded with no blemishes worthy of mention. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1861-O	AU53	raw	W-11	Cleaned	$3500	CSA Obverse Strike, Full Die Crack From Nose to Rim, Complete Strike, Old Clean, Cumberland County Collection. The 1861-O CSA Obverse strike is a coin that has been desired by specialized collectors since first cataloged by Beistle in 1929. It is found with same die crack at nose as the four CSA-muled halves. The landmark article by Randall Wiley in The Gobrecht Journal #94 discusses the various die states and marriages in great detail. From die state analysis, Wiley further identifies other Confederate strikes (W13-W15), also highly collectible, but not as dramatic. The Cumberland County Dansco contain a high grade CSA Obverse W-11 specimen that presents itself well and showcases a strong die crack from Liberty's nose to the rim. Strike is deeply impressed and pleasing. Unfortunately, this piece has been cleaned with polished surfaces and hairlined fields. The result is considerable reflective luster without cartwheel action. This rare die variety is difficult to price given the high grade and surface conditions. GFRC has taken the best shot at a fair number. Offers are welcomed.
	1861-O	EF40	PCGS 33605896	W-11	Original	$1200	CSA Administration W-11, Near-Choice, Newtown Collection. Silver and charcoal shades contrast nicely on the obverse of this Confederate-struck piece, producing a near-cameo effect. The reverse reveals olive and deep gray shades gathering in protected areas, while the high points are lighter. This is an early die state of the CSA-struck W-11 variety, which exhibits the well-known die crack at the nose in later die states. The date slopes noticeably upward and the large mintmark is punched high and to the left. This obverse die, Bugert-5, is the same as used to later strike the four Confederate half dollars. Demand for straight-graded examples of the CSA 1861-O half is strong, and this piece will draw considerable bidder interest. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1861-O	EF45	PCGS 33069888	W-15	Market Acceptable	$600	CSA Administration W-15, Speared Olive Bud, Market Acceptable, Newtown Collection. This CSA-struck piece concludes the 1861-O variety set, and the current sale offers an excellent opportunity to begin or expand a collection of 1861-O die marriages. This is the W-15 variety, with a tine on the upper serif of the left 1, and the speared bud reverse, which features two die horizontal lines passing through the top bud. The toning of this example is primarily silver, with russet color overlaid on both sides. A charcoal crescent crosses the gown into the right field, while additional shades of maroon patina fill the fields to either side of the eagle’s wings. The stars are sharply impressed, and the eagle claws are well-delineated apart from the leftmost set. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1861-O	AU58	raw	W-3	Cleaned	$550	Louisiana Strike, Boldly Struck Motifs, Hairlined, Cumberland County Collection. An 1861-O Liberty Seated half and the initial striking of coinage by the New Orleans mint while under Louisiana Administration. Motifs are fully struck and fun to inspect under a 10x loupe. Steely luster has been marginally impacted by an old cleaning that left light hairlines in the fields on both sides. Ideal for a high grade Dansco album project where device details trump technical preservation.
	1861-S	AU55	PCGS 30699966	WB-3	Original	$1100	Very Early WB-3 Die State, Steely Fields, Near-Choice, San Jose Collection. This 1861-S offering has taken a considerable amount of die variety research to determine an accurate attribution. This offering is a very early WB-3 strike without any die cracks on Reverse C. The Bugert WB-3 illustrations features images of heavily worn Obverse 2 and Reverse C which can cause confusion. Attributing the obverse is straightforward given the heavy clashing in the drapery below the right facing arm. There is also a tiny die defect between the legs as further validation. Where the confusions lies with Reverse C which is always illustrated with a cracked reverse for WB-3, WB-7, and WB-11. No mention is made of an early die state without die cracks but this is the case for the San Jose Collection example. My educated guess is that this piece was an initial strike with the WB-3 die pairing before the reverse die quickly began to crack. This piece was struck by very early die state dies and should please the Seated half dollar die variety specialist as a reference piece. Accurately graded with steely gray fields and peripheral blue and gold toning. Some micro field ticks hold this one back from a full Choice quality rating. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) holder.
	1862-S	VF30	raw	WB-3	Choice	$200	Civil War Western Frontier Survivor, Crusty Olive-Gray, Choice Original, Sunset Collection. GFRC images do not accurately capture this well preserved 1862-S Liberty Seated half. Struck during the Civil War period in the western frontier. Most pieces that survive to the present day with VF level wear are typically problematic. Not this Sunset Collection new offering. Surfaces are entirely choice with thick olive-gray patina along with "dirt" in the protected areas. Ideal for a Dansco album collection.
	1864	PR65	PCGS 39226509		Gem	$3750	New April 17! Exceptional Bright Light Eye Appeal, Brilliant Reflectance, Rose-Purple Obverse Colors. An attractive 1864 proof Liberty Seated half dollar is only one of 470 struck during the Civil War era. As with nearly all toned proofs, angled lighting inspection is where visual enjoyment lies. This piece is no exception as the mirrored fields provide gobs of brilliant reflectance along with rose-purple centers up through the stars where blues are noted. The reverse fields are equally impressive with copper-gold and aquamarine shades exposed. Strike is complete while the fields are hairline free which is to be expected at the grade. As usual, GFRC photography is unable to capture the angled lighting colors and eye appeal. Please be assured that this offering is many times prettier than the images suggest. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1864-S Large S	VF35	raw	WB-1 WB-101	Original	HOLD $350	Original Light Gray. A desirable Civil War year example struck at the San Francisco mint with Large S mintmark. This piece offers light gray surfaces that look perfectly original under 10x loupe. Fields and devices are essentially blemish free with some localized vedigris on Liberty's upper body. A solid and accurately graded piece for the Dansco collector.
	1866 With Motto	AU Details	PCGS 36932490		Cleaned	$350	With Motto, AU55+ Details, Lightly Hairlined, Residual Luster, An Eye Appealing Example Overall, Dr. Glenn Peterson Collection. 1866 brought the end of the Civil War and a nation seeking to celebrate the salvation of the Union. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST was added to reverse of the Liberty Seated quarter and half dollar denominations that year. All 1866 Philadelphia struck halves are with the With Motto reverse. This example is yet another piece that was hand selected from the Dr. Glenn Peterson Dansco album collection and submitted to PCGS during early 2019. I expected this piece to be slightly downgraded due to some obverse hairlines but was not certain of the outcome. PCGS chose an AU Details certification and I'm listing this piece accordingly as the hairlines are obvious under a 10x loupe. Strike is bold and complete. Overall eye appeal is more than acceptable for another Dansco collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder. Fairly priced and an excellent value.
	1866-S No Motto	AU53	raw	WB-1	Cleaned	$2350	No Motto Type, Steely Fields, Light Gold Peripheral Toning, San Jose Collection. A borderline No Motto 1866-S half with steely fields that hint at a long ago wipe. These fields are too reflective to be original surfaces. Under a 10x loupe, I can see faint hairlines that corroborate the luster. Wear is limited as seen in the GFRC images with AU53 being a fair grade. PCGS population report indicates only five at AU53 and one each in AU55 and AU58. I'm putting my best guess forward on a fair asking price given the grade rarity.
	1866-S No Motto	EF45	PCGS 19448269	WB-1	Original	$3250	Important No Motto Type, Natural Gray Toning, Near-Choice, Sunset Collection. The San Francisco Mint struck with and without motto pieces in this year, with the No Motto variety being much scarcer. Indeed, the mintage of 60,000 pieces is the lowest total in the San Francisco series, with the exception of the ever-elusive 1878-S. This piece exhibits gray and light olive surfaces, in addition to a patch of navy patina around stars 5-9. Both shields reveal moderate crust. A few lines in the right obverse field are typical for an EF45 example. PCGS reports 11 pieces in the AU band and nine examples in all MS grades combined. WB-1, the only die marriage for the No Motto variety. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1866-S No Motto	F12	PCGS 33002859	WB-1	Original	$950	No Motto, Original, Southern Texas Collection. Only a single die pair is known for 1866 San Francisco strikes with No Motto reverse. This transitional design type is popular and remains in constant demand. Noted author Bill Bugert captures the first 1866 San Francisco die pairing as WB-1. The Southern Texas Collection is releasing an original duplicate with light to medium gray coloration. Wear is uniform with two well hidden obverse lines requiring mention. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1868-S	MS64+	PCGS 31855944	WB-5 R4	Gem	$9750	Exceptional Gem, Hammered Strike, Golden Satiny Luster, Superb Eye Appeal, Opsrey Collection. The Osprey Collection continues to locate the most noteworthy Liberty Seated and U.S. gold coinage for the GFRC price list. This amazing 1868-S Seated half dollar is an exceptional gem and will please the most advanced collector of the series. Struck with the WB-5 die pairing that includes an eroded obverse die with partial denticles. The die erosion results in satiny textured luster while inspecting under a light source. Strike is hammered with every remaining detail being boldly defined. Both sides are covered light yellow gold skin that screams originality. Fields are entirely unabraded with the intensity of the satiny luster accounting for the technical grade. The WB-5 die pairing is consisted an R4 rarity per Bugert. Surfaces exhibit heavy die clashing and die cracks. CAC population is a scant three pieces at the MS64 grade level with a single approved piece finer. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval.
	1868-S	VF35	raw	WB-6	Market Acceptable	HOLD $210	Light Gray Surfaces, Old Wipe, Fairly Priced, Southern Texas Collection. A fairly graded and described 1868-S WB-6 Seated half for consideration. This piece has seen a long ago wipe resulting in "glossy" surfaces that have recovered a portion of their natural gray patina. Ideal for placement in a Dansco or Whitman bookshelf album collection.
	1869-S	EF45	PCGS 12360054	WB-3	Choice	HOLD $650	New May 20! Crusty Gray, Choice Original, Tough with CAC Approval. This piece exhibits even gray toning with additional rose patina on both sides. Light dirt occupies protected areas, and the overall look is exceptional. WB-3, with a downward sloping date. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. CAC has approved 22 pieces in all grades - with a PCGS population of 162 examples, one can see that attaining CAC certification is not a trivial matter.
	1870-S	AU50	raw	WB-1	Original	$650	Challenging Date, Pewter-Gold Toning, Satiny Luster, Original Surfaces, San Jose Collection. Uniform pewter-gold color is highlighted by a touch of lustrous gold at the rims. 10x review confirms residual mint frost inside the legend lettering. This 1870-S half appears to be weakly struck, but the Wiley-Bugert reference notes this is due to abraded dies and not the result of poor production at the coin press. In any case, all stars retain connected center points though inner detail, and the elements surrounding the reverse shield are merging. WB-1, with mintmark punched low and to the left. The overall look of this original piece is typical for the variety, and the specific die characteristics add additional interest.
	1870-S	EF45	raw	WB-1	Market Acceptable	$475	Challenging San Francisco Date, Mottled Gold Toning. Cumberland County Collection. A challenging San Francisco date regardless of a mintage slightly exceeding 1,000,000 pieces. This date becomes quite scarce in AU or better. The Cumberland County Dansco has yielded a pleasing 1870-S specimen with reflective luster and mottled gold toning. This iridescent appearance is occasional seen and straight graded by the TPGs. The reflective surfaces are just too bright to be strictly original per my experience, thus a Market Acceptable quality rating. An ideal candidate for another Whitman or Dansco bookshelf album project.
	1872	PR UNC Details	PCGS 36604619		Cleaned	$800	Proof Strike, Reflective Mirrors, Faint Copper-Gold Coloring, Oregon Beaver Collection. This proof example is sharply struck as expected, with pinpoint detail. Indeed, typical problem areas such as the feathers beneath the reverse shield are completely defined. The piece has been cleaned, and hairlines in the right obverse field are evident. There is also a strip of corrosion extending from the right facing wing toward R in TRUST. The piece remains one of less than a thousand proofs struck in this year, of which perhaps half have been lost, circulated, and otherwise no longer identifiable as proof strikes. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder (2015-date).
	1873 No Arrows Open 3	VF30	PCGS 06640838	WB-101	Original	$6500	No Arrows, Open 3, Under Appreciated Rarity, Cumberland County Collection. The No Arrows Open 3 is a key piece in the Seated half series, struck for only a brief period of time, between the production of the closed 3 and With Arrows varieties. The Guide Book gives a mintage of 214,200 coins, but the PCGS population, at 46 pieces in all grades, speaks more effectively to the actual availability of this issue. By way of comparison, the PCGS census for the 1878-S is 34 coins. This example exhibits nice contrast between gray surfaces and lighter high points, with russet hints present in protected areas and more intensely at stars 3-4. A slightly creamy texture suggests an old cleaning, but the piece is pretty nonetheless, and there is no denying the rarity of the variety. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1873 No Arrows, Closed 3	PF66Cameo	NGC 2037663072		Gem	$8500	Gem Original, Mountaineer Collection. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Early in 1873, Chief Coiner A. Louden Snowden complained that the Closed 3 punch used to impress the date on the year's coinage looked too much like an 8. Mint Director James Pollock ordered the numeral changed to an Open 3 style prior to April 1, 1873. Thus, the Closed 3 in the date confirms that this coin was struck during the first three months of 1873 for inclusion in the proof sets. The half dollar's weight was increased fractionally during July of 1873, with arrows added to the date to signify this change. This return of the "Col" Green Closed 3 example to market represents the earlier No Arrows type with a meager 600 pieces. This piece is a superb gem, with richly frosted devices that contrast boldly with the deeply mirrored fields. The design elements are sharply detailed. Vivid shades of violet and sea-green toning enhance the pleasing surfaces, with most of the color at the rims. Housed in newer NGC holder with Heritage Auction Eric P. Newman brown label.
	1873 With Arrows	EF45	ANACS OWH 752309		Original	$325	With Arrows Type, Steely Luster, Moderate Peripheral Gold Coloring, Sooner Collection. Yet another Sooner Collection Seated half dollar offering that is housed in an old white ANACS holder. This 1873 With Arrows example is ideal for type and a fair value. Steely fields present reflective luster when viewed under a light source. The obverse is toned a moderate gold with the same coloring extending to the reverse.
	1873 With Arrows Quad Stripes	EF Details	PCGS 36937431	WB-109	Original	$485	"Quad Stripes" Double Die Obverse, Lightly Mirrored Fields, Silver-Gold Patina, Original Surfaces, Dr. Glenn Peterson Collection . This 1873 Double Die Obverse "Quad Stripe" Seated half dollar has original surfaces with PCGS grading being much too conservative. The striking of 1873 With Arrows "Quad Stripe" coinage was accomplished with polished dies resulting in mirrored fields. The PCGS grader must have seen the atypical reflective luster and decided that a Cleaned designation was appropriate. Since investing grading and variety attribution fees to secure 'Quad Stripe" on the label, on behalf of Dr. Peterson, it was my displeasure to start over and give PCGS more monies to get it right plus another variety attribution charge. As a result, this piece is being offered in its first grading attempt holder with EF Details designation. In hand inspection is waranted towards your own conclusion on preservation condition. I'm going with an Original quality rating as this piece is that, Original. Obverse die doubling is bold and distinctive. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with Arrows DDO FS-1101, WB-109 "Quad Strike" on the label.
	1873-CC With Arrows	EF40	NGC 3937630049	WB-7	Choice	$2200	Popular Carson City Date, Gun Metal Gray Patina, Accurately Graded, Unabraded Surfaces, Southern Texas Collection. Well preserved and a pleasing example of the popular 1873 With Arrows Carson City date. This specimen was struck from the distinctive Large CC WB-7 die pairing. Surfaces are unabraded and covered with gun metal gray patina. Strike is uniform and fully executed. Limited mintage of 214,560 and become rare in AU or better. This example provides compelling value at grade level and asking price. Housed in new large font NGC holder. An important duplicate offering from the Southern Texas Collection. Previous acquired from GFRC.
	1873-CC With Arrows	AU58	NGC 3584438004	WB-8 R7	Choice	$12500	New May 8! Large CC, Digits Below Date, R7 Rarity, Choice Original.. This 1873-CC Liberty Seated half dollar is a significant arrival for passionate collectors of the series or for those with Carson City coinage as a side tangent. A condition census specimen with only two CAC approved at grade with four finer (3@MS63 and 1@MS65). Further increasing the significance is the WB-8 attribution with Large CC mintmark and errant digits on and above the rim below the date. When noted half dollar researcher, Bill Bugert, was done counting the errant date punches, he reports at least eight occurrences which is astounding. Bugert has assigned an R7 rarity rating for the variety with few known. The reverse is transitional with 1871-CC, 1872-CC, and 1876-CC adding more historical context. Fully choice with granular frosted luster that is brilliant with vibrant cartwheels. Coloration is copper-gold with darker hues at the peripheries. Destined to become one of the highlights in a top rated collection of the series. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
	1874 With Arrows	MS64	NGC 3603430010		Choice	$3650	New May 8! With Arrows, Choice Original.. A near-gem Seated half dollar lot which is ideal for an advanced collection of the series or for type. Copper-rose patina overlays the obverse while bluish-gold appears on the reverse. This 1874 half is so close to fully struck with only the left facing eagle claw not being completely raised. Uniform frosted luster is activated with angled lighting. A stray ancient line between stars 11 and 12 is seen with 10x. CAC has approved seven at grade with eight finer. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
	1874-CC Railroad Tracks	VF Details	PCGS 33414177	WB-102, WB-3a R6	Cleaned	HOLD $1930	Rare Railroad Track Reverse, Dull Gray Surfaces, Cleaned, Important Die Variety. As a date, 1874 Carson City strikes totaled 59,000 pieces from three obverse dies and a single reverse die. A populaer and rare die variety occurs during the WB-3 die pairing. Extensive die damage is found on the reverse and has been nicknamed "railroad tracks" due to to its apperance. This die damage remains unexplained to this day. On the Dr. Glenn Peterson specimen, both sets of "railroad tracks" are easily viewed with 10x loupe. This is the best example that Dr. Peterson could locate though cleaned. Surfaces are unabraded but with an old cleaned that has left a dull finish. Light gray toning covers the obverse while the reverse has faint gold coloring. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with Peterson pedigree amd WB-102 designation on the label. An R6 rarity according to Liberty Seated half dollar expert Bill Bugert. Pricing this offering is difficult as PCGS has only graded six total with the highest being VF20. There are no CoinFacts auction records. This piece is here to sell with offers welcomed.
	1874-CC With Arrows	VG10	PCGS 36753695	WB-3	Original	$2100	Very Scarce Date, Affordable Offering, Crusty Orange-Gray, Southern Texas Collection. Thick crusty orange-gray patina covers original surfaces that are surprisingly blemish free at the VG10 grade level. This specimen is the later WB-3 die marriage prior to the Railroad Track reverse die damage event. Just honest wear and pleasing appearance for the popular 1874 Carson City date. Mintage is only 59,000 with a single reverse die for all strikes. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. From the Southern Texas Collection.
	1874-CC With Arrows	VF20	PCGS 19647206	WB-3a	Original	$4800	Railroad Tracks Reverse, Original, Cumberland County Collection. The popular "railroad tracks" variety is marked by a series of parallel die lines running across (STA)TES on the reverse. The exact cause of the damage is unknown, which likely increases the collector fascination with this plainly visible die defect. Silver and gray patina marks the surfaces of this VF piece, along with a few obverse hints of russet. The coin is slightly glossy from an old clean, but only to a degree considered acceptable by PCGS. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2011-2013) holder. The label captures the variety attribution as "Large Arrows WB-102 'Railroad Tracks' Rev" - but even without the attribution this coin remains an 1874-CC, and highly desirable in its own right.
	1874-S	AU55	NGC 2656363016	WB-1	Original	$950	Frosty Luster, Dipped, City By The Bay Collection. Low mintage of 394,000 with low survival rate at the AU grade levels. This western frontier survivor has been dipper at one point though the surfaces still retain frosty luster. Faint peripheral gold decorates the untoned center. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. From the City By The Bay Collection.
	1875	EF40	raw		Original	$145	Light Crusty Gray Patina, Residual Steely Luster, Strictly Original, West Texas Collection. This 1875 Seated half would be an ideal candidate for a Dansco bookshelf album collection. A strictly original example with moderate crusty gray toning and residual steely luster. Obverse strike is weak per the GFRC images. Conservatively graded at the assigned gray. From a large lot of raw Seated and Capped Bust coins from the West Texas Collection.
	1875-S	MS63	PCGS 28550467		Choice	HOLD $1000	New May 8! Choice Original, Saw Mill Run Collection.. Ex. Oregon Beaver Collection. This piece is strong for the grade with exceptional, frosty luster. Thicker toning on the reverse may have inclined the grader to lean toward an MS63 designation, but MS64 would not be out of the question. The obverse reveals a medium skin of gold and tan, while the reverse shading is heavier, a nearly even covering of gold and olive. The strike is strong, with even the claw joints defined. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with CAC approval.
	1875-S	VF35	PCGS 06610958	WB-19	Choice	$2250	Rare Micro S Offering, Choice Original, Sunset Collection. The micro-S is a rare variety, with most examples reported in lower grades. The Bugert reference note 29 pieces, with 23 of these at the AG-VG level. This is an immediately recognizable variety with a miniscule mintmark, likely intended for a lower denomination, punched well below the eagle. This mid-grade example exhibits a pleasing, two-tone appearance, as obverse gray fields contrast with silver high points. The revere toning pattern is similar, with olive-russet patina in the fields and protected areas. WB-19, with a die lump in the obverse shield, adjacent to the second set of verticals. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1875-S	VF35	PCGS 27799941	WB-19	Choice	$2000	Micro S, Choice Original, Newtown Collection. This micro-S variety is a popular issue with cherry pickers and exhibits a distinct, small mintmark that was likely intended for use on a smaller denomination. The Bugert reference notes 29 examples in all grades, with most pieces clustered in the G-VG range. This near-EF example reveals deep gray shading with hints of blue and ebony patina, more so on the reverse. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.6 (2003-2004) holder.
	1875-S Micro S	EF45	PCGS 80816575	WB-19	Choice	$4500	Micro S, Finest Certified, Choice Original, Cumberland County Collection. Steely luster hosts mottled olive and gray shades, with generous amounts of silver remaining in the protected areas. Hairline-free fields are original and the aesthetic appeal is strong. WB-19, the micro-S variety, with a tiny mintmark and die lump in the obverse shield. The Bugert references notes 29 examples of this die pair traced, with the great majority in lower circulated grades. Strike is typical, with a few stars lightly impressed. This is an attractive example of a scarce variety that can easily be attributed without a glass. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with "Micro S WB-105" attribution on the label.
	1876	VF35	PCGS 39197102	WB-102	Choice	$200	Ultimate #273 WB-102, Choice Original, Newtown Collection. This original piece from the Centennial year reveals crusty skin with deep grey patina. A few hints of sea-green are evident, most notably at the obverse rim, while high points are marked by silver shading. WB-102, with a closed bud beneath the stem. Typically struck, with most of the detail beneath the reverse shield not fully brought up by the press. Although not an expensive coin, PCGS certification ensures a standard of quality that elevates this example above most of the unslabbed pieces in the market. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876 "C" in Neck	PR66	PCGS 21243771	FS-401	Gem	$6950	Exceptional Gem, "C" in Neck Variety, Multi-Color Reflectance, CAC Approval. A important 1876 proof Liberty Seated half with exceptional eye appeal along with a Cherrypickers notation of FS-401. This notation documents an extraneous "C" mintmark punch on Liberty's neck. The top loop and serif of a small C mintmark is easily seen with 10x. This top end proof specimen exhibits intense mirrors and brilliant reflectance. Toning is transparent with brown and aquamarine on the obverse while the reverse is a cavalcade of copper gold, blue, rose, and aquamarine. CAC has approved four at grade with one finer as an additional reason for adding this gem to an advanced collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with "C" in Neck FS-401 attribution on the label.
	1876 Lg/Sm Date	EF45	PCGS 18446129	WB-106	Gem	$3250	Rare Large/Small Date, Gem Original, Newtown Collection. This important variety features a larger date style that was punched over a smaller date, with remnants of the first date remaining within the 1, 8, and 6 digits. This example reveals russet color in the protected areas, around the stars, legend, and within the figure of Liberty. Light dirt is evident in the shields and further outlines the devices. The strike is typical, with most claw joints blending together. This is a popular date, full of varieties, and this piece represents perhaps the most significant obverse die for the year. Overall eye appeal is excellent and the GFRC Gem rating is no accident. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with "Lg/Sm Date FS-301 (FS-007.4)" attribution on label. Ex. Cumberland Collection.
	1876-S	AU53	PCGS 36319744	WB-42 WB-103 R6	Choice	$4000	WB-103, Rare Type 2 Reverse with Very Small S Mintmark, R6 Rarity, Mirrored Fields, Peripheral Toning, Conservative Grading, An Anonymous Consignor. GFRC is thoroughly pleased to be offering an important Liberty Seated half dollar die variety rarity; 1876-S WB-42 WB-103 Type 2 (Closed Bud) reverse with a Very Small Mintmark. This is an R6 rarity die marriage that captures the introduction of a new reverse hub design during 1876. All known high grade specimens have mirrored surfaces as is the case for this lovely example. Absolutely fresh to market and freshly graded at the FUN show for a consignor. Expert Liberty Seated numismatists believe this variety was specially struck to commemorate the nation's Centennial celebrations given the atypical mirrored fields. Hammered strike consistent with that seen on regular proof strikes. Light peripheral gold is found on both sides. Currently, the fourth finest known among the major Liberty Seated half dollar specialists within the LSCC. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Price setting for a variety of this caliber is difficult. If the asking price is not consistent with expectations, then please make an offer as this piece is here to sell.
	1877	PR66CAM	PCGS 28994220		Gem	$8500	Gem Original Cameo Proof, Exceptional Eye Appeal, Few Finer, Fort Lauderdale Collection. A stunning Gem Cameo proof that presents central brilliance within a frame of delicate reddish-gold and pale blue peripheral toning. A bold strike further enahnces the exceptional eye appeal. Both sides have deeply mirrored fields that provide a wonderful backdrop for the frosted and highly lustrous devices. A wonderful addition to an advanced collection. This is the usual Type 2 Closed Bud reverse hub, with no split in the lower bud over the H in HALF. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder. Last sold HA October 2020 for $9000. PCGS population 6 with two finer at PR66+ . This piece is one of 510 struck and a fresh offering from the Fort Lauderdale Collection.
	1877-S	MS65	PCGS 36495212	WB-104	Gem	$3250	Gem Original, Thick Frosty Luster, Newtown Collection. A gorgeous gem-graded half with swirling shades of blue and rose, this piece will captivate even the most grizzled coin veteran. Frosty luster booms from both sides, and the eye appeal is exceptional. The strike is full, with sharp stars and most eagle feathers distinct. This is the WB-104 variety, type 2 reverse with closed bud beneath the branch leaves. The next owner will derive substantial enjoyment from this premium quality example. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with CAC approval.
	1879	MS64	NGC 349806002		Choice	$2000	Low Mintage Philadelphia Date, Partial Cameo Eye Appeal, Mirrored Fields, So Choice. 1879 brought a dramatic reduction in small silver denomination coinage at the East Coast mint. After the 1875 through 1877 years of huge production totals, the Philadelphia mint shifted to coining large quantities of silver bullion into Morgan dollars. 1879 Seated half dollars were limited to 4,800 strikes. However, most were saved by regional collectors which explains the basis for this near-gem survivor. I'm loving this piece for its nearly full cameo eye appeal during bright light assessment. Fields are strongly mirrored and provide a contrasted background for the center devices. Rose-gold coloration is consistent on both sides. Fields are minimally abraded with a planchet void between star 4 and left facing arm that is an struck. Overall eye appeal is pleasing else I would not have added this piece to GFRC inventory. Housed in NGC Gen 6 (1996) holder.
	1881	MS65+	NGC 4494276003		Gem	$7500	New May 8! Exceptional Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. The 1881 Seated half in the Oregon Beaver Collection is absolutely sweet. Unabraded steely fields are fully brilliant and downright stunning under angled lighting. Cartwheels are equally pleasing. Toning has all the hallmarks of an unmolested gem with intermixed rose-blue on the obverse while the reverse is decorated by a wide aquamarine-blue band. Housed in new large font NGC holder with CAC approval.
	1884	MS62	NGC 3601198008		Choice	$1785	Low Mintage Date, Semi Prooflike, Brilliant Luster, Bold Strike, Sooner Collection. The 1879 through 1890 timeframe brought a dramatic reduction in Liberty Seated half dollar production due to huge quantities struck and previously released up to 1878. Philadelphia strikes, during 1884, amount to only 4,400 pieces with many being partially mirrored. This well preserved survivor exhibits brilliant luster from partially mirrored fields. Surfaces are untoned with faint hairline chatter in the right obverse field that accounts for the certified grade. Overall strike is bold and crisp. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. A quality offering from the Sooner Collection.
	1885	AU58	PCGS 29803470		Choice	$2000	New May 17! Notably Low Mintage, Crusty Violet-Gray Skin, Choice Steely Surfaces, Twin Lakes Collection. The 1885 and 1886 Seated half dollar dates are well recognized as having the lowest Philadelphia mintages for the series. 1885 saw 5,200 strikes with minimal surviving circulated populations while 1886 totaled 5,000. Both dates are equally challenging. Enter this important 1885 AU58 offering from the Twin Lakes Collection. This is a duplicate piece with crusted violet-gray toning on both sides. Underlying fields are steely as would be expected. Strike is completed along with choice surfaces. Light rub is detected under the patina. If a fan of crusty silver type and better dates, please consider. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1886	MS66	PCGS 81730531		Gem	$9500	Superb Gem, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Lightly Mirrored Fields, Pristine Surfaces, Osprey Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder. Full description after the Chicago ANA show. An exceptional offering from the Osprey Collection.
	1887	MS63	PCGS 81641497		Choice	$2700	New May 8! Choice Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. The Oregon Beaver Collection 1887 Seated half dollar brings a taste of natural pastel shades to partially mirrored surfaces. Natural pastel colors typically float on a coin's surface as is the case here. In-hand rose, blues, and aquamarine are dominant in the images but melt away with angled lighting. Eye appeal is that of a higher grade. The certified grade captures faint obverse fields lines that are toned over along with weakness at the head and nearby stars. The lone CAC approved MS63 and fair value at reserve price. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval.
	1888	F15	PCGS 33977067		Choice	$875	Low Mintage Issue, Natural Gray Patina, Accurately Grade, CAC Approval.. A scarce late date Philadelphia issue with mintage of only 12,000. Fields retained mirrored reflectance regardless of a lengthy stay in circulation. Surfaces are toned natural coin gray with embedded rose that appears under angled lighting. Fields are well preserved without notable abrasions. This is the lowest graded example approved by CAC with the next being a sole VF25. Heavily circulated examples of this date are truly challenging to locate leading to collecter bragging rights. Accurately graded and housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder.