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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 57 Coins for Sale. Most recent coin added on June 1, 2025

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
	1856	MS65	PCGS 36832920	WB-1	Gem	$8000	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Luster booms from the surfaces of this Philadelphia piece, easily penetrating the medium skin. Speckled tan, ocean green, and slate patina blanket the obverse, while smoky gray hue more evenly covers the reverse, along with olive shades in the protected areas. The luster is not fully conveyed by the images, and the next owner of this GFRC-rated Gem example will be pleased. Strike is typical, with softness in the right stars. The Gardner coin, graded PCGS MS66 CAC and arguably the finest known, exhibits similar striking characteristics. WB-1, easily attributed by the spiked 1. CAC has certified 41 pieces in all grades, two coins at MS65, and just two examples finer, both at MS66. The CAC price guide value is $7,500. Ex. Oregon Beaver (GFRC, November 2023), at $8,000. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6287.
	1856-O	MS65	PCGS 50003724	WB-13	Gem	$5850	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. A bold crescent of charcoal patina fills the stars, contrasting strongly with the brilliant center, while the reverse reveals copper shades to the lower right. Satiny luster flows from both sides, and the eye appeal is strong. Star centers are easily distinct, while claw joints to the left blend together. CAC has approved 92 pieces total, with ten coins in MS65 and just three examples finer. WB-13, with a die crack at Liberty’s shoulder and a vertical die line in the reverse shield horizontals. The CAC price guide is $5,250, a reasonable level given the advanced placement in the condition census. Ex. Pinnacle Rarities. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6288.
	1856-S	AU55	PCGS 3529213	WB-5	Choice	$4100	Mint Error, Obverse Planchet Delamination, Choice Original, Flashy Cartwheel Luster, Undergraded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - Definitely undergraded at its currently assigned AU55 grade with MS61/MS62 being more appropriate. Both obverse and reverse are covered with light golden patination with bright light exposure stimulating gorgeous frosted cartwheel luster. Other than the upper obverse delamination, this lovely half has no blemishes whatsoever. Strike is crisply executed with all motifs highly detailed other than star 7 which might be related to the planchet defect. Severe obverse planchet delamination is visible from Liberty's head moving right through the cap and into star 9. The lamination issue is well illustrated by the GFRC images. 1856 San Francisco half dolar strikes in Mint State jump into the five figures with only seven graded at PCGS. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder with Mint Error, Lamination Flap Obv listed on the label. A marvelous offering of a special numismatic conversation piece.
	1856-S	EF45	PCGS 41679973	WB-5	Original	$1550	Early San Francisco Strike, Crusty Original and Near-Choice, Fully Struck, Sooner Collection. A freshly graded example of the important second year Liberty Seated issue at the San Francisco Mint. The Sooner Collection is releasing a previous acquired 1856-S example that is strictly original and conservatively graded. Thick crusty gray patina covers both sides along with a generous amount of "dirt" in the protected areas. Strike is complete and pleasing. One does not often see this date come so well preserved. My first thought was a CAC submission given the crusty toning and near AU wear. However there is an old rim bruise by the Lioberty cap that precludes a full Choice rating and probably would negative a CAC green bean. Otherwise, this offering is very solid for the grade. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2021) holder. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2015-2020) holder.
	1857-O	MS64	PCGS 34329349	WB-1	Gem	$7500	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. A medium dusting of crust covers both sides, more heavily on the reverse. The originality is immediately apparent, with antique, hairline-free surfaces easily visible under the skin. Star centers are sharp while separation of the left claw joints is evident, if weakly so. WB-1, with the date sloping down and a large mintmark. CAC has approved but 28 coins in all grades, a lower total among Seated half dollars, four pieces in MS64, and no examples finer. PCGS notes nine coins at MS64 and no pieces higher. The CAC price guide value is $7,900. Ex. Heritage (January 2018, lot 3720), at $6,000 – a prescient purchase on the part of the consignor, who was able to acquire this top-pop PCGS/CAC example at an attractive price. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6291.
	1857-O	MS64	PCGS 25551760	WB-3	Choice	$5900	Highest Certified Grade, Crusty Golden-Brown Patina, Steely Fields, Bright Light Reflectance, New Orleans Collection. Consignor Pricing Reduction. The Liberty Seated half dollar series is full of surprises even for this seasoned GFRC dealer. The 1857 New Orleans date is very scarce in Mint State with this offered example being at the highest grade level certified by PCGS. Yes, there are none finer! This marvelous example is fully struck with high relief motifs including intricately detailed eagle talons and arrow feathers. A crusty golden brown skin covers the obverse while the reverse includes aquamarine-blue hues. Under a bright light, the obverse fields exhibits a steely texture with reflective luster being noted. The reverse finish falls in the steely-frosted realm. Surfaces are essentially unabraded when inspected with a 10x. A super release from the New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1858	MS65	PCGS 12615672		Gem	$5250	Gem Original, Newtown Collection, Ex. Gardner.. Swirling ebon and gold patina fills the fields of this Philadelphia piece, while protected areas of the obverse reveal an outline of steel-gray color. Gem luster is somewhat subdued at first glance but is easily evident under a light. Strike is typical, with stars 4-8 soft. CAC notes 126 coins in all grades, nine pieces at MS65, and two examples finer, both at MS66. The CAC price guide assigns a value of $5,200 in MS65, a reasonable level for a coin removed from top-pop status by only a single point. Ex. Heritage (May 2022, lot 3518), at $5,040, previously from Gardner IV (Heritage, October 2015), lot 98671, where it realized $4,230. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6293.
	1858	AU58	PCGS 26778577		Gem	HOLD $770	New June 1! Gem Original, Ex Seal Beach and Newtown Collections. Now Spring Branch Collection. Ex. Seal Beach and Newtown Collections. This 1858 example is a sweetheart and appears to be full Mint State at first glance. Even with a 10x loupe, the rub is difficult to locate. A gem original example with brilliant cartwheel luster and frosty surfaces. Peripheral gold in seen on both sides with the obverse having additional deep blues on the lower right and by the date. This offering looks much better in hand than on the GFRC images as it is difficult to capture the contrast between intense luster coupled with the deep obverse peripheral colors. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2011-2013) holder with CAC approval. Worth every cent of the asking price.
	1858-O	MS64	PCGS 36167037	WB-14	Choice	$3250	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Frosty luster highlights the even gold and olive patina evident on both sides. A few of the protected areas reveal lighter silver-steel color, and the overall eye appeal is excellent. Strike is typical, with weakness in the eagle’s left leg. WB-14, with the date sloping upward and the mintmark tilted to the left. Production in this year was ample, and Bill Bugert identifies 41 die marriages for the issue. Despite the production level, exceeding seven million pieces, CAC has certified only 115 coins total, three examples in MS64, and six pieces finer. The CAC price guide indicates a value of $3,600 in MS64. Ex. Heritage (November 2018, lot 3689), at $2,640. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6294.
	1858-S	MS64+	PCGS 38821528	WB-10	Gem	$12500	Gem Original, Second Finest, Ex. Gardner, Oregon Beaver Collection. This newly released gem 1858-S Seated half, from the Oregon Beaver, is the second finest graded at PCGS. A radiant example that is extremely rare in such a lofty grade. Thick frosty luster sparkles during bright light assessment while the cartwheels are vibrant and impact super eye appeal. Rich golden-orange toning has accents of deeper red, violet, and olive-russet. There are a few tiny marks that help identify this piece as the former Eugene Gardner coin. At the MS64+ grade, PCGS currently lists fair market value at $13,500. This is unquestionably a condition census example of the date that would certainly enhance an already impressive Seated Liberty half dollar collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. This half has proven to be difficult to photograph, therefore a check of the PCGS TruView might be in order for those with serious consideration.
	1860-O	MS65+	PCGS 43203571	WB-5	Gem	$8000	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Generous frost highlights the olive-gold patina evident in the stars and legend. The obverse exhibits more intense color while the reverse toning is largely confined to the protected areas. A complete strike fully impresses the star points and eagle claws. WB-5, with a crack to the right of star 8, and a large mintmark tilted to the right. This is the Type II hub, with a long base of L in HALF. CAC notes 75 pieces total, five coins in MS65, and three examples in MS66. The CAC price guide is $6,750 in MS65 and rises to $25,900 in MS66, while PCGS quotes $7,000 in MS65, $8,500 in MS65+, and $22,500 in MS66. Ex. Rare Coin Wholesalers. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6300.
	1860-S	MS64	PCGS 47451989	WB-1	Choice	$15000	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Frosty silver surfaces lead to attractive toning at the rims, an effective more fully appreciated with in-person inspection. The strike is exceptional, with the stars rising well above the plane of the planchet. WB-1, with a low date and large mintmark. This piece is tied for top honors at CAC and PCGS, and, given the overall eye appeal, will draw significant attention. CAC has approved but 22 coins total, two pieces in MS64, and no examples higher. The situation at PCGS is similarly challenging, with eight grading events in MS64 and none finer. The CAC price guide is $9,750, while PCGS indicates a value of $18,500. The rare coin market is not perfectly efficient, and price guides struggle to reflect the true market value of thinly traded items. As PCGS Coin Facts indicates, the “market velocity” of the 1860-S half in MS63/MS64 grades is less than one piece per year. In this case, the sale of this same coin in 2023 represents the most important data point. Ex. Regency Auction 61 (Legend, November 2023), lot 131, realized $14,687.50. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6301.
	1861	MS64	NGC 3609725004		Choice	$1955	Crusty Choice Original, Attractive Patina, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - Years ago, I quickly grow bored with frosty white Liberty Seated coins and learned to appreciate lightly crusty Mint State coins that were strictly original. GFRC continues that tradition with this 1861 Seated half that is toned with a crusty gray skin along with blue hues. Rose, aquamarine and golden toning rings characterize the reverse and are accentuated by brilliant background luster. Strike is deeply impressed with rounded stars and complete hair curls along with crisply defined eagle feathers and claws. A 10x check could only locate one tiny obverse blemish in the upper left field that is fully toned over. Otherwise the devices and fields are pristine. Housed In newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	1861 CSA Restrike	MS61	NGC 6058560004		Choice	$12500	CSA Restrike, W-13 Bisected Date Obverse, Choice Original.. Consignor Pricing Reduction - A second offering from the 500 Confederate reverse die restrikes created about 1879 by J.W. Scott who obtained the original rusted Confederate half dollar die via coin dealer Ebenezer Mason Jr. Most important is that the 1861 dated host coin is easily attributed as a New Orleans struck W-13 die pairing given the bold vertical die crack through the left side of the 6 digit. W-13 is well known as the Bisected Date obverse. This example is toned a moderate coin gray with the reverse providing steely reflectance under a bright light. There are no surface issues of any consequence with only a well-hidden line on the reverse under CONFEDE(RATE). The reverse strike is bold overall with noted edge weakness in the legend from 10:00 - 12:00. A choice example with rare obverse diagnostics that allow the validation that the host coin was indeed a New Orleans issued strike. Housed in new large font NGC holder with B-8002 as the die variety attribution.
	1861 CSA Scott Restrike	MS64	PCGS 50013710		Gem	$7950	CSA Scott Restrike, Gem Original.. Consignor Pricing Reduction - One of the initially struck 500 pieces by J.W. Scott in white metal to test the reconditioned Confederate half dollar reverse die and extremely well preserved. The GFRC-Gem rated specimen is flawless with the surfaces providing an intricate view of the rusted condition of the Confederate reverse circa 1879. Under a bright light, both sides are partially mirrored with eye catching radiance. The coloration is a silver-gray. This lot belongs in an advanced numismatic cabinet as heads and shoulders above the many survivors being offered in today's market. The CAC census is currently 17 pieces with only two finer. The CDN CAC guide is $8,600 as reference. This lot is worthy of the reserve and will be a highlight of a Civil War era collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. The label reads CSA Scott Restrike.
	1861-O Louisiana Issue	MS62	PCGS 20958381	W-8	Choice	$2600	Louisiana Issue, Choice Original.. Consignor Pricing Reduction - A historically important Louisiana Administration W-8 strike that occurred during the waning days of the New Orleans Mint circa 1861. Satiny radiance is noted on the obverse since this die is substantially eroded at this point while the reverse luster falls into the steely realm. The lower portion of the obverse is more heavily toned and is not transparent to the underlying luster. This lot is a poster child for the W-8 die marriage with all Bugert listed diagnostics being readily evident. The date punch and underlying denticles are heavily eroded at this point. On the reverse, the die cracks at STAT(ES Of) are easily seen along with those that AMERI(CA). The heavy die clash in the reverse shield is also bold. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder. The label documents the die variety attribution as W-08 LA Issue.
	1863	MS64	PCGS 13565456	WB-7	Choice	$5000	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. The scarcity of Seated coinage with original surfaces has long been known to specialists, but the CAC census, now in its seventeenth year, offers quantitative proof of the situation. This Civil War-dated half dollar is a typical example, with only 26 pieces reported by CAC across all grades. Even gray and olive surfaces host silver patches in the stars and legend, with additional shades of blue-gray at the rims and protected areas. Luster is frosty, with swirling cartwheels. Nicely struck, as is the rule for 1863 halves, with only a touch of softness in the eagle’s left leg. This is a better Philadelphia date, with just over half a million pieces struck. CAC has certified two pieces in MS64 and five finer examples. The CAC price guide value is $2,750. The PCGS price guide weighs in at $3,000, but the more controlling point is the complete lack of recent sales, with PCGS Coin Facts listing no sales since 2013. The previous GFRC sale is more in line with current values. Ex. GFRC (Sunset Collection, March 2021), realized $5,275. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6309.
	1865	AU53	ANACS OWH 2368740	WB-101	Original	$1350	Superb Eye Appeal, Tough Civil War Issue, Sharp Reflectance, Sooner Collection. ANACS old white holders continue to stream in the GFRC office of late with this Sooner Collection release being quite attractive. Our image present copper-gold toning throughout the obverse and reverse which is the case. Also noted is a blue arc above Liberty. When placing this piece under a bright light, the reflectance is sharp due to being enhanced with a wipe in the fields. This piece securing an Original quality rating on a technical basis, though pretty. If in-hand eye appeal is what floats your boat, then this Civil War era example is worth considering. Housed in ANACS old white holder.
	1865-S	AU55	NGC 4703790006	WB-7c	Choice	$1475	New May 21! Scarce Date and Grade, Orange-Brown Patina, Shattered Revers, Fully Choice, Former Sooner Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - The 1865-S Seated half is a better date in most grades, but it is particularly scarce in AU and rare in Mint State. The return of this former Sooner Collection AU55 example is noteworthy. Brownish-orange coloration is accentuated by lightly frosted surfaces. Wear is limited to the highest points. The reverse die has shattered with a shelf metal appearing below (HA)LF along with extensive die cracking throughout the legend. Bill Bugert has characterized these progressive die cracks into four separate die states. The Sooner example is a full (c) die state with claims to (d) due to the shelf metal at the denomination. Once again, an important GFRC offering. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1866-S No Motto	EF45	PCGS 20420791	WB-1	Original	$2600	No Motto Type, Important Example, Steely Silver-Gray, Sooner Collection. Creamy silver and gray surfaces host steely luster, with a few deeper shades at the lower portion of the reverse. The 1866-S was issued both with and without the motto, but the No Motto mintage was substantially less, at 60,000 pieces, making this one of the more challenging coins in the San Francisco seated half series. WB-1, the only die pair for the No Motto variety, with a small mintmark. The strike is typical, with soft stars and some feathers joining together. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1867-S	MS61	PCGS 19448256	WB-6	Choice	$2200	Important Post Civil War Date, Granular Frosted Luster, Choice Original, Sooner Collection.. 1867 is notable for the beginning of the post Civil War Reconstruction era and the Alaska Purchase. A total of 1,196,000 Seated halves were struck in San Francisco with the usual challenges in locating well preserved Mint State survivors. PCGS has graded all of 27 in Mint State with this new Sooner Collection release being at a value grade but still offering choice surfaces and luster. The luster is thick and frosty with vibrant cartwheels under angled lighting. Surfaces are untoned with a hint of gold at the borders. This offering is technically Mint State with faint lines in the obverse right field. The offer price is fair value and then some. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1867-S	EF45	CACG 66868467	WB-8	Choice	HOLD $550	Stone Cold Original, Natural Coin Gray Patina, Saw Mill Run Collection. A later die state WB-8 example with natural coin gray toning and well preserved surfaces. Conservative abounds with this Saw Mill Run Collection offering. The reverse die is well worn at this point with eroded mintmark and obvious die cracks from AMERIC(A) to the arrow heads. Housed in new CACG holder and graded to strict standards employed for CAC stickering approval. A no-brainer purchase for fans of strict originality.
	1868	PR64CAMEO	NGC 6096927002		Choice	$1950	Cameo Designation, Exceptional Eye Appeal, Sharp Mirrors, Emerald Collection. One of the highlights of the new Emerald Collection consignment, this 1868 proof half offers exceptional eye appeal at an "affordable" grade for both type and half dollar series collectors. Sharp reflective mirrors explode under a bright light with layered multi-colored toning being exemplified. The obverse center rose and surrounding aquamarine, as illustrated, shift to predominately sky blues, a hallmark of a choice original 19th century silver proof. The reverse is even more compelling with a thin blue arc at the borders nicely framing center rose. The strike is hammered throughout though I've noted weak vertical shield lines as made. There is a faint lint mark on the cheek and subtle wispy hairlines in the right obverse field that probably preclude a CAC green bean. Regardless, the eye appeal is truly pleasing. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1868	MS64	NGC 4479845005		Gem	$3465	Luster Bomb! Exceptional Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - As we continue the Oregon Beaver Seated half dollar collection release, this 1868 half fully warrants its "luster bomb" classification! A magnificently struck example and decidedly semi-prooflike but with hints of granular frost. The bright light radiance is truly remarkable with hints of light pink on the obverse. The mintage of just 417,600 pieces remains consistent with the prior Civil War era. Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert, in their Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Half Dollars via DLRC Press publication, assign Mint State examples an R-5 rarity rating, confirming the significance of the present "Beaver" offering for advanced collectors. Housed in new large font NGC holder. This lot has a strong pedigree tracing back to the Vanderbilt Collection of U.S. Coins sold by Stacks Bowers during March 2018. The pedigree further extends to The Fraser Collection Lot #373 as sold by Stacks March 17, 1978. The original paper 2x2 envelope from the Fraser Collection Sale will be included with the purchase. Please don't miss this opportunity as coins of stature infrequently arrive to the marker place.
	1868-S	MS64+	PCGS 34815113	WB-8	Choice	$7000	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Silver-gray centers lead toward subtle rose and gold patina at the rims, which exhibit scattered crust on both sides. Frosty luster is ample for the grade, and a light source immediately activates the near-Gem flash. WB-8, with recut stars to the left and a small mintmark. This is an early die state without advanced die cracks. Stars to the left are soft, while the reverse detail is excellent throughout. CAC has approved 29 examples, with three coins in MS64 and a single piece finer, at MS65. PCGS notes two coins in MS65 and one example finer at MS66. The CAC price guide indicates a value of $6,600 in MS64 and $15,100 in MS65. Ex. Heritage (October 2018, lot 3055), at $5,040. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6324.
	1869	MS64	PCGS 15386454	WB-1	Choice	$5500	New May 18! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Frosty surfaces reveal traces of smoky patina at the rims of this example, but the first impression is that of a lustrous, untoned piece. A strong strike delivers textured stars and near complete detail in the feathers and claws. WB-1, with a low date. The 9 is centered above two dentils. Western silver discoveries had not yet reached the Philadelphia Mint, and production remained under a million pieces in this year, elevating this issue beyond a “type coin” pricing profile. This example further claims near-finest known status at CAC, which notes 47 pieces total, five coins in MS64, and two examples higher. The CAC price guide is $4,500. Ex. Boylston (Legend, Regency Auction 57, February 2023), lot 189, realized $5,405. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6325.
	1870	MS65+	PCGS 50205117	WB-7	Gem	$12500	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Satiny luster flows from brilliant centers, leading toward attractive rim toning with blue-green and russet patina evident in the stars and legend. The eye appeal is undeniable, and it is hard to imagine a more aesthetically pleasing piece for the grade. The strike is exceptional, with complete detail throughout. WB-7, with a reverse die lump between W and E. The 1870 half is a somewhat scarcer issue in the series, with less than a million pieces struck, but in this case the visual “pop” is the controlling factor, and the next owner will be justifiably proud. CAC has certified 32 pieces, with two coins in MS65 and none finer. PCGS has approved only one higher example, at MS67. The CAC guide value is $10,500. This coin is not inexpensive, but the combination of condition census placement and superb in-hand appeal is hard to beat. Ex. Heritage (August 2023, lot 3595), realized $12,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6327.
	1870-CC	AU55	PCGS 5651137	WB-2	Choice	$56500	Choice Original, Newtown Collection.. Apart from the 1878-S and the virtually unobtainable 1853-O No Arrows, this is the key date in the Seated half series. Mirrored fields and sharp reflective luster present steel-blue surfaces to full effect. The obverse strike is sharp with distinct star points while the reverse is a touch soft beneath the shield. The curved line at the top of the right wing is on the holder, as is the line from S to the top of the eagle's head. The marks within the reverse shield are as struck, the result of a clash with the obverse die. The highest piece certified by CAC is AU53, and the bar to make a "top pop" coin at CAC tends to be extraordinarily high. PCGS has certified a single example at AU55 (this coin), one piece at AU58 and five coins in Mint State. The PCGS price guide value is $65,000. The eye appeal of the present coin is strong, and the rarity is undeniable - truly a prize for the Seated half or Carson City collector. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder. Ex. Seal Beach Collection (GFRC, April 2020), at $55,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder. PCGS #6328.
	1870-S	MS62	PCGS 81163610	WB-1	Original	$2950	Rare Date at Grade, Near-Choice Original, Oregon Beaver Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Brilliant, frosty luster with swirling cartwheels blankets both sides of this wildly toned San Francisco piece. A silver palette hosts patchy sea-blue patina, with liberal smears of chocolate color atop the surfaces. A couple stars are soft but the claw joints are sharply impressed. WB-1, with date to the left and the first two digits weak. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. This piece is scarce at this grade level, and PCGS has graded only 13 examples finer. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1871-S	MS64	PCGS 36683754	WB-8	Gem	$4250	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. This is an exceptionally original piece, and the overall appeal is not fully conveyed by the images. Smoky gray and olive patina fills the protected areas, while the silver fields reveal hair-line free, antique surfaces. Luster is consistent with the grade and readily rotates through the medium skin. This piece sold at a premium to the guide value in the 2018, and a quick inspection under a glass quickly justifies the “push” necessary to acquire a premium quality example. WB-8, with a centered date and small, wide mintmark slightly tilted to the right. CAC notes 51 coins total, with a single piece in MS64 (the present offering) and four examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $2,850. Ex. GFRC (December 2018), at $4,400. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6332.
	1872	MS65+	PCGS 81108530	WB-6	Gem	$9500	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Blazing surfaces reveal hints of maroon color at the rim, and the overall flash of this GFRC rated-Gem example is considerable. Fully brilliant fields exhibit only a few ticks, consistent with the grade. Abundant luster is frosty, with some reflectivity evident as the coin is tilted. The strike is complete, with strong details on both sides. WB-6, with the date punched noticeably to the right. Collecting is always a matter of taste – some numismatists prefer colorful silver coins while others are fanatics about strong strikes. The visual “pop” of the present offering will especially appeal to those for whom luster is the primary attribute of interest. CAC has certified 30 coins in all grades, two pieces in MS65, and two example finer, both in MS66. The CAC price guide is $8,250, advancing to $12,000 in MS66. Ex. Boylston (Legend, Regency Auction 44, April 2021), lot 57, realized $9,106.25. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6333.
	1872-S	MS65	PCGS 81939446	WB-1	Gem	$20000	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. This wildly reflective half is a multi-colored headlight and reveals a full spectrum of color atop the prooflike surfaces. A golden obverse skin hosts blue-green and russet shades while the reverse exhibits rings of violet and blue, leading to gold rims. The obverse represents the very definition of "skin," which has the appearance of a foil that one might peel back. Apart from a few light marks in the right obverse field, the surfaces are near-perfect. WB-1, with the 1 in the date centered over three dentils, while the mintmark is small and wide. A strong strike completely defines the stars. PCGS reports three examples in MS65 with a single MS66+ piece finer. CAC notes 20 pieces total, two coins at MS65 (including this) and two examples at MS66. The CAC price guide value is $17,300. While collectors may alternately be drawn toward either Mint State or proof formats, this colorful, flashy piece is a reminder that business strikes can come with highly prooflike finish. Ex. Branch Mint Collection (GFRC, July 2021), at $21,105. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6335.
	1873 With Arrows	EF45	PCGS 30684073	WB-109	Original	$925	"Quad Stripes", Double Die Obverse, Crusty Gray Patina, Original Surfaces, Sunset Collection. This crusty, original piece exhibits thick gray and tan toning throughout, with more intense patina at the rims. The central figures are lighter, with numerous bits of silver emerging from the recessed areas within Liberty's gown. WB-109, the quad stripes variety, with die doubling accounting for the additional vertical lines in the shield. This is a plainly visible, popular variety, making for a great "story" coin. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1873-CC With Arrows	MS63	PCGS 36940280	WB-8	Choice	$17000	New May 18! With Arrows, Choice Original, Newtown Collection.. Reflective luster emerges from the medium skin, highlighting the maroon and gold patina at the rims. The strike is complete, with sharp star centers and distinct claw knuckles. WB-8, with errant digits in the dentils, and a large, level mintmark. The Carson City Mint struck both No Arrows and With Arrows types in this year, and although the No Arrows pieces are a bit scarcer, both issues were struck in low quantities. PCGS notes 228 pieces total, 2 coins at MS63, and five examples finer. The PCGS price guide value in MS63 is $20,000. Mint State examples are not often encountered, and PCGS Coin Facts indicates a “market velocity” of approximately two appearances of Mint State coins per year. The appeal of the CC mintmark is strong, and such examples are highly prized by collectors. Ex. GFRC (February 2019), at $17,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6344.
	1874 With Arrows	MS64	NGC 3603430010		Choice	$3650	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 With Arrows	MS62	NGC 6468363001		Choice	$1450	With Arrows Type, Granular Frosted Luster, Sooner Collection. If in the market for a type, then this 1874 Arrows half dollar should be a candidate. Fully choice with granular satiny luster originalting from both sides plus bright light induced cartwheels. The overall strike is strong overall with slight weakness at the upper obverse. This is a pristine silver piece in terms of surface preservation and a joy to inspect with a 10x. Luster intensity holds this piece back from a higher grade and certainly choice at the certified grade. More premium quality from the Sooner Collection. Housee in new large font NGC holder.
	1874 With Arrows	MS66	PCGS 4943398	-	Gem	$34000	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Medium crust reveals pleasing blue green patina at the rims and within the protected areas. The deepest color resides as the rims, while the fields are lighter. Ample luster is consistent with the assigned grade, and the overall eye appeal is exceptional. Most of the star centers are evident, while a couple claw joints to the left blend together. The Mint added arrows to the subsidiary silver denominations in 1873 and 1874 to indicate a weight change to a metric standard, in this case an even 12.50 grams vs. the 12.44-gram standard previously in place. The two-year With Arrows type is widely pursued by type coin collectors, adding additional pressure to an issue already pursued by date and mintmark collectors. The present coin would easily fit in a world-class type set, bested by only the fewest of examples. CAC notes 69 coins in all grades, four examples in MS66, and two pieces higher, both at MS67. PCGS reflects similarly challenging data, with eight examples at MS66, one coin in MS67, and the MS67+ Hansen collection piece. The CAC guide value is $26,400, while PCGS indicates a value of $42,500. Ex. GFRC (August 2023), at $37,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6346.
	1874-CC	MS63	PCGS 25399807	WB-3	Choice	$37500	New May 18! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Along with the 1870-CC and 1878-CC, the 1874-CC is one of the keys to Carson City half dollar set. Few pieces survived from the small mintage of 59,000 pieces and today examples in all grades are highly prized. This piece exhibits even, medium gray toning, with hints of gold, russet, and blue more evident as the coin is tilted under a light. Moderate cartwheel radiates from both sides, a touch more actively on the reverse. WB-3, with a die lump below the curl and a diagonal die line through (STAT)ES. The mintmark is small with close spacing and slopes upward. Well struck with star centers evident and typical softness in the left claws. CAC has approved 47 coins total, a single piece in MS63 (the present coin), two examples at MS64, and a single coin at MS65. PCGS reports three higher pieces in MS64, one coin in MS65 and one example in MS66. The CAC price guide value is $37,400 while PCGS is a tick higher at $37,500. The significance of this offering is hard to overstate, as Carson City pieces are among the most desirable issues in the Seated series. This piece combines the all-important CC mintmark with key date status and a strong technical grade. As if that were not enough, CAC endorses this example as premium for the grade. The new owner of this special coin will be exceptionally pleased. Ex. GFRC (August 2021), at $35,000, previously from the Milford Collection (Heritage 1/2011, lot 5565), realized $26,450. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6347.
	1874-CC With Arrows	MS63	PCGS 42549453	WB-1 R6	Choice	$31000	Key Date, Substantially Prooflike, Near-Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - The "Beaver" has dug deep into his bank box as we continue to market and sell his Liberty Seated half dollar collection. GFRC is proud to be offering his 1874 Carson City half that is accurately graded and provides first class eye appeal for a series key date. The small mintage of 59,000 pieces was accomplished by three die pairs, with this WB-1 die marriage being the rarest of the group. This is an unquestionably choice specimen with partially proof like fields and a bold central strike. Dappled tan-brown and golden toning decorates each side. Slight weakness at some of the star centers and Liberty's upper hair curls is nicely balanced by a deeply impressed reverse eagle with well-defined claws. With a 10x, several well hidden micro lines in the right obverse field are noted. PCGS population is three at the certified grade with only three finer. I can't overstate this "Beaver" opportunity for those building an advanced Liberty Seated half dollar collection. Last sold by Heritage during June 2021. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1874-S With Arrows	AU58	NGC 6691013010	WB-1	Original	$1685	Steely Luster, Better San Francisco Date, Emerald Collection . 1874-S Seated halves are not as scarce as the prior year's issue but still should garner attention at the AU58 grade level with only 9 listed in the PCGS population report. The Emerald Collection is back with an AU58 graded duplicate that offers steely fields and the accompanying reflectance under a bright light. A light gold patina is further enhanced by mottled blue-gray accents on the upper obverse. Strike is typical for the issue with a few stars lacking center points. An ancient contact mark is noted on Liberty's left facing shoulder. WB-1 with die lines in the lower gown folds. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1875	MS62	PCGS 25263279		Gem	$1800	New June 1! Exceptional Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Spring Branch Collection. Ex. Oregon Beaver Collection. Throw out the price guide on this one. For certain pieces, the traditional process of gathering published pricing data, along with auction prices realized, simply doesn’t get the job done. Pricing guide publishers are stymied when it comes to quantifying the superb eye appeal of examples such as this, and a single number simply can’t characterize the range of aesthetic appeal that one might find across one numerical grade. Indeed, it would not be hard to find a washed out, white example of this coin in a PCGS or NGC holder on a bourse floor, and yet that piece will sell for a fraction of the price, even if the same technical grade. This piece exhibits frosty centers that contrast boldly with mirrored fields, all framed by electric blue and russet patina at the rims. Surfaces are semi-prooflike, with intense, reflective luster. Coins with this level of eye appeal are difficult to price with the last GFRC auction appearance bringing a $1927 winning bid. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval.
	1875-CC	MS64	PCGS 29969962	WB-4	Choice	$7500	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Medium skin blankets both sides of this Carson City issue, and the originality is strong. Protected areas retain lighter color, around the stars, date, and legend, while the fields are crustier. WB-4, with a low date and medium CC punched high. Strike is typical, with softness beneath the eagle. Although production was just over a million pieces, collector demand for anything “CC”-related is strong, and the CAC certification only increases the desirability of this present piece. CAC has approved 71 pieces in all grades, 11 coins in MS64, and four examples higher, all in MS65. The CAC price guide value is $6,300. Ex. Rare Coin Wholesalers. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6350.
	1875-S	MS66+	PCGS 36073607	WB-11	Gem	HOLD $7500	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Radiant luster flows easily from the surfaces of this GFRC-rated Gem, with cartwheels readily activated by even moderate light. Smoky grey and russet patina covers the fields, with deeper shades evident at the rims , while centers retain original silver color. The strike is near complete, with claw joints separated if faintly so. WB-11, with the date punched to the right and a small mintmark tilting right. CAC has certified 66 coins total, with ten pieces in MS66 and two examples finer, both in MS67. The CAC guide value is $6,000, a reasonable level, given only the pair of MS67 coins besting the present example. Ex. Great Collections (March 2020), at $5,625. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6351.
	1876	PR63	PCGS 84766511		Choice	$1400	Watery Mirrors, Brilliant Reflectance, Wire Rims, Purple-Rose Toning. Mintage for the 1876 proof issue was limited to 700 pieces with most survivors located between the MS62 through MS64 grades. The key when purchasing proof Seated coinage is striking (no pun intended) the right balance between eye appeal and preservation. This lovely example features sharp reflectance with minimum field hairlines for the certified grade. Mirrors have a watery texture when swirling this piece under a bright light. Toning is a nature purple-rose and most likely results from being stored in a felt lined cabinet. A careful 10x review will reveal a few wispy hairlines but nothing obvious or distracting. A solidly graded example that will please the new owner. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876	MS65	PCGS 83057904		Gem	$2800	New June 1! Luster Bomb, Swirling Cartwheels, Hammered Strike, Spring Branch Collection. I've got to go with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation for this luster bomb 1876 half. The micro-granular texture surfaces generate tons of luster and that is what gem silver should be about. The bright light reflectance is particularly strong as are the dancing cartwheels. The icing on the cake is the hammered strike. Though this half does not have a green bean, I would not mind having it in a personal collection. It is that pretty. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876	MS63	PCGS 32572886		Choice	$1000	Gorgeous Steely Reflectance, Choice Original, CAC Candidate?, Pikes Peak Collection. If searching for a perfectly original Liberty Seated half dollar for type, this Pike Peaks release might just fit the bill. I'm quite impressed by the undisturbed steely fields and resulting reflectance under a bright light along with swirling cartwheels. Patination includes the entire compliment of rainbow colors, especially the bullseye pattern on the reverse. When first inspecting this lot, my immediately question was why no CAC green bean. A careful 10x inspection notes potential rub on the eagle's neck feathers as the probably cause. Regardless, the presentation is above the certified grade and well worth being added to a type collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876	AU58	PCGS 36177882		Choice	HOLD $365	New June 29! Steely Radiance, Greenish-Gray Patination, Choice Original, Evergreen State Collection. The Evergreen State type set release wraps up with this choice 1876 half. Steely field produce reflective radiance under a bright light. Both sides are toned a greenish-gray which does not impact the luster when inspected under a bright light. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1877	MS66+	PCGS 82248342		Gem	$6700	Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Booming, frosty luster flows from the glass-smooth surfaces of this GFRC-rated Gem example. Centers are untoned and lead toward russet patina that intensifies at the rims. This is the preferred “look” of many collectors, as the brilliant silver color in the central devices contrasts with evolving shades in the fields. The toning scheme on both sides is virtually identical, a characteristic associated with originally preserved pieces. Star centers are well defined, while most of the claws exhibit separation if faintly so. The CAC census includes 75 pieces total, with only three coins finer, all in MS67. PCGS counts but four pieces at the MS67 level, reinforcing the rarity of this issue in the highest grades. The CAC price guide value is $7,500, while PCGS quotes $8,000. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval.
	1877	MS63	PCGS 29937126		Choice	$950	Brilliant Steely-Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Sooner Collection. Placing this steely-frosted 1877 Philadelphia strike under a bright light exposes a good amount of brilliant reflectance as the surfaces are so closed to being mirrored. The "flash" is quite pleasing along with swirling cartwheels. Light chatter is noted in the right obverse field but not consequential. The strike is typical. The Sooner Collection half dollar release has certainly been a welcomed addition to the GFRC price list as is witness by this lot. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2005) Dupont hologram holder.
	1877	MS66+	PCGS 16134761	-	Gem	$7250	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Flashy, ice-white frost blankets the central devices, leading toward concentrated mauve and blue-green patina at the rims. Stars and claws are sharp while some detail beneath the eagle is weak, which is due to polished dies rather than a soft strike. An oft-repeated technical point, which is applicable here, is that the lowest point on the coin is the highest point on the die. A couple bag marks are evident at the left shoulder, but the first and best impression is the ample luster. CAC records 87 coins total, 14 examples in MS66, and three pieces finer, all in MS67. The CAC price guide value is $7,500, advancing to $12,000 in MS67. Ex. Heritage (July 2022, lot 3737), realized $6,120, an informed purchase given the advanced placement in the condition census. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6355.
	1877-S	MS62	NGC 2675398044		Choice	$700	Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, Choice Original, Sooner Collection. Natural light gray patina is immediately noted with embedded rose and gold on this choice original 1877-S half dollar lot from the Sooner Collection. The toning is transparent to the underlying frosted luster and active cartwheels. Under a bright light, the coloration shifts to a pleasing orange-gold. The overall strike is essentially complete if being fussy about just a touch of weakness at the eagle talons. Though there is no CAC green bean, I've not hesitated to apply a GFRC-Choice original quality rating. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1877-S	MS66+	PCGS 36782849	WB-32	Gem	$6750	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. The Newtown consignor consistently hits the sweet spot in the value profile, with exceptional pieces that are near finest known examples, but at a fraction of the price. CAC has certified 130 coins in all grades, including eight examples in MS66, one piece in MS66+, and a single example finer, in MS67. The CAC price guide value is $4,750 in MS66, rising to $11,000 in MS67 (CAC does not price plus grades). The MS67 coin is in the D. L. Hansen collection and not likely to appear anytime soon, leaving a handful of pieces in the MS66 grades. This coin exhibits original, medium skin, with mixed russet and silver color in the centers and scattered charcoal patina in the stars and legend. Frosty luster is consistent with the technical grade. WB-31, with a diagonal die line through W(E). This is the Type II reverse, with closed bud. Well struck, with most of the claw detail evident. Ex. Great Collections (March 2020), at $6,750. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6357.
	1878	MS66+	PCGS 81874149	-	Gem	$14500	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Blazing luster flows from the surfaces of this frosty Philadelphia piece. The visual “pop” is exceptional, and the piece attracts the eye quickly, even when displayed among a group of high-grade examples. Brilliant fields reveal a swath of maroon-russet color at stars 10-13, with the reverse marked by tan and aqua patina about the legend. The obverse is hammered, while the reverse exhibits characteristic softness at the eagle’s left leg. The left side of the first 8 is weak, matching the “wimpy 8” obverse depicted in Wiley & Bugert’s 1993 reference, The Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Half Dollars. CAC notes 40 pieces total, with four examples in MS65, two coins in MS66, and single piece finer in MS67. The CAC price guide value is $18,000. Ex. Heritage (June 2020, lot 3073), realized $11,100. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6358.
	1879	MS66	PCGS 29250361		Gem	$6000	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. The half dollar run from 1879-1890 forms a series of low production issues, with the highest mintage, 12,001 pieces, occurring in 1888. While many examples were saved at the time of release, the low mintage figures are hard to resist, and these remain popular with collectors today. For those contemplating building such a set, the present sale offers several possibilities, and buyers will do well to consider the various offerings. This 1879 example reveals marbled luster that highlights varied shades of maroon, grey, and tan patina. Stars are sharply impressed, while some of the details in the eagle’s left leg blends together. CAC notes 87 coins across all grades, 16 pieces in MS66, and 14 examples finer, all at MS67. The CAC price guide value is $5,800. Ex. Heritage (August 2022, lot 4528), at $5,040. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6361.
	1882	MS65	PCGS 25679998		Gem	$4500	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Thick skin reveals tannish-brown patina on both sides, with the deepest color at the rims. Additional plum shades are evident beneath the eagle. Most of the claw knuckles exhibit separation, if faintly so. The 2 in the date is distinctly shaped, with the lower right serif nearly touching the upper loop. The Philadelphia Mint produced just 4,400 pieces in this year, the lowest total within the 1879-1890 run, tied with the 1884 issue. With many saved by contemporary collectors, survivors are apt to be in higher grades, but this example still stands near the top. CAC has certified 10 coins at the offered grade. The PCGS price guide value is $5,500 as reference. Ex. Eye Appealing Coins. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. PCGS #6366.
	1884	MS66	PCGS 25041307		Gem	$7500	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Frosty obverse luster pairs with more reflective flash on the reverse, and one can imagine the coiner lightly polishing the reverse die just prior to striking this piece. The obverse reveals greenish-olive patina framed by intense russet color at the stars, while the reverse exhibits more uniform evergreen shade throughout. The head is completely detailed, while the area beneath the reverse shield is somewhat soft. The Philadelphia Mint coined just 4,400 pieces in this year, a quantity tied with the 1882 issue as the lowest production total during the 1879-1890 low mintage run. CAC has approved 48 pieces total, seven coins in MS66, and eight examples finer. The CAC guide value is $7,500. Ex. Oregon Beaver Collection (GFRC, March 2022), at $8,500. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6366.
	1885	MS66+	PCGS 37581583		Gem	$12500	New May 18! Gem Original, Newtown Collection, Ex. D.L. Hansen. Medium skin reveals gray-rose color in the fields with more intense blue and gold patina at the rims. Frosty luster is generous, as expected for the technical grade, and a light quickly activates the cartwheels. Stars are sharp, while characteristic softness is evident beneath the reverse shield. CAC notes 31 coins total, two pieces in MS66, and two examples higher, both in MS67. The CAC guide value is $9,000 in MS66, rising to $13,000 in MS67. Purchased from GFRC (January 2023), at $13,000, previously from the D. L. Hansen Collection. Not surprisingly, D. L. Hansen retained a finer coin, a PCGS MS67+ piece with CAC approval. The flip side is that with the Hansen coin off the market for the foreseeable future, the availability of the best coins becomes even thinner. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. The holder features a special D.L. Hansen Collection label with a reverse bar code. PCGS #6367.
	1885	MS66	PCGS 33425886		Gem	$7480	Late Date Low Mintage Issue, Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Few Liberty Seated dollars were struck between 1879 and 1890 due to a lack of commercial demand. Though sporting a mintage of 5,200, Mint State survivors are available with the median grade being MS63. The newest Oregon Beaver bank box releases is an MS66 example and only one of five certified at grade with another five finer. Rich frosted luster erupts once placing this piece under my LED desk lamp. Swirling cartwheels are quite satisfying too. Toning is intermixed aquamarine, rose, and yellow-gold. Strike is complete with raised center star points and bold motifs. There is on tick on the upper left facing arm and a trace of micro-chatter in the right obverse field. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1885	MS65	PCGS 41344564		Gem	$5750	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. This is a piece that has to be seen in-hand to fully appreciate the deeply original surfaces and swirling cartwheels. Medium to thick rose skin covers both sides and leads toward blue crescents at the rims. The frosty luster is fully Gem and further highlights the old-time color of this low-mintage example. Star centers are completely delineated, while a few of the claw joints meld as one. CAC has approved 28 pieces in all grades, with three coins finer. The CAC guide price is $6,000, a reasonable level for a near-finest known example. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder with CAC approval.
	1889	MS62	NGC 2729411015		Gem	$2000	Low Mintage Issue, Richly Frosted Dies, Hammered Strike, Sooner Collection. The Liberty Seated half dollar series came to a conclusion after a decade of low mintage Philadelphia dates. During 1889, only 12,000 pieces were struck. Many were saved and can be sourced at the Mint State grades. The Sooner Collection release presents an attractive entry point for the date. This MS62 graded example exhibits a rich satiny luster than shifts to more of a mirrored look under a bright. Undisturbed fields result in a first rate viewing experience whether in-hand or under a 10x. The overall strike is hammered, another good reasons for considering a purchase. If you preference is flashy white eye appeal, this piece is in your wheelhouse for sure. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1891	MS64	PCGS 36093412		Choice	$2000	New May 18! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Aqua crust outlines the figure of Liberty, with deeper brown colors evident around the stars and date. The reverse is nearly brilliant, with tan and smoky chestnut shades at the legend. The strike is typical, with feathers at the left leg less distinct. Fields are original and hairline-free, as the CAC certification attests. The Mint resumed a larger production of Seated halves in this year, but the overall total, 200,000 pieces, remains on the low side as compared to other Philadelphia issues. CAC notes 61 pieces total, eight coins in MS64, and 22 examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $1,950. Ex. GFRC (December 2020), at $1,750. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6373.