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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 39 Coins for Sale. Most recent coin added on January 21, 2025

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
	1856-O	MS62	PCGS 11398555	WB-9	Choice	$1200	New January 21! Doubled Date, Late Die State, Gorgeous Frosted Luster, Fully Choice, New Orleans Collection.. Brilliant frosted luster explodes from the surfaces when viewed under a bright light and is certainly noteworthy. This well preserved 1856-O WB-9 half is also notable for being a late die state Doubled Date example with only the repunching below the 1 digit being evident. Early die states will show an obliquely doubted punched date across all digits. Strike is complete with all star centers present and separated talons on the eagle claws. Fully choice with essentially unabraded surfaces and accurately graded. CAC has only approved two examples at the certified grade with a price guide value of $1150. This date jumps to $2100 in full MS63 for reference. A lot of coin at the offer price.... Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
	1856-O Doubled Date	MS64	PCGS 82121536	WB-102 WB-9	Choice	$2400	Doubled Date, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - A premium Mint State offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection with boldly repunched date. The initial date punch was entered with a pronounced upward slant, then partially effaced and correctly re-entered. The variety is not labeled on the PCGS insert. Surfaces are choice with medium golden-brown and jade-green surrounding stars and date area. A lustrous and boldly struck near Gem example with splendidly mark-free fields and devices. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1856-S	AU55	PCGS 3529213	WB-5	Choice	$4500	New December 16! Mint Error, Obverse Planchet Delamination, Choice Original, Flashy Cartwheel Luster, Undergraded, Oregon Beaver Collection. 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	New January 14! 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 25551760	WB-3	Choice	$5900	New December 3! 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-O	EF45	PCGS 39191262	WB-6	Choice	$625	Quadrupled Second 8, Residual Frosted Luster, Choice Surfaces, Newtown Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. 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-S	MS64+	PCGS 38821528	WB-10	Gem	$12500	New December 16! 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.
	1859-O	AU53	NGC 3586801003		Choice	$425	Steely Fields, Brown-Gray Patina, Unquestionably Choice, Sooner Collection.. Steely fields and brownish-gray toning are immediately evident for this 1859 dated half. A 10x check revealed pristine fields that are sure to delight. Strike is typical for the issue. The New Orleans mint produced 2,834,000 Seated halves that year leading to potential as a type coin. Whether working on circulated halves set or seeking type, this Sooner Collection offering should fit in nicely. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	1860-S	EF45	PCGS 31976811	WB-2	Choice	$450	New December 31! Residual Steely-Frosted Luster, Aquamarine-Gray Toning, Pristine Surfaces, Very Choice. This 1860-S WB-2 half dollar is an ideal candidate for those pursuing the series at a mid-circulated grade level. Surfaces are unabraded and retain steely-frosted radiance when view under a bright light. Toning is an aquamarine-gray on the obverse while the reverse has richer olive shades. Strike is typical of the issue with weakness at the upper stars and Liberty's head. Overall eye appeal is satisfying. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1861	MS64	NGC 3609725004		Choice	$1955	New December 8! 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	$15000	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	$8500	CSA Scott Restrike, Gem Original.. 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 CSA Obverse	MS60	PCGS 21562915	W-11	Choice	$15000	CSA Obverse, Late Die State, Choice Original.. Consignor Pricing Reduction. Our consignor could not have selected a more attractive example to fill in the late die state W-11 slot in his comprehensive 1861-O die pairing collection. The die crack from the rim to Liberty's nose is bold and proceeds down to the lower neck. Granular frosted luster is notable under a bright light with the obverse nicely framed by peripheral copper-gold and aquamarine shades. Strike is typical of the issue with weakness in the right stars. The certified MS60 grade is atypical for Seated coinage in the current numismatic landscape. A 10x review of the surfaces revealed a few scattered ticks on Liberty's belly and random micro lines in the fields. These are of no viewing consequence as the luster and obverse toning is predominant. Your cataloger has seen his share of later die state CSA Obverse examples during his tenure with most having one surface issue or another. This is certainly a premium example that belongs in another advanced cabinet. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder. The label documents the die variety attribution as CSA Obverse FS-401 WB-102.
	1861-O Louisiana Issue	MS62	PCGS 20958381	W-8	Choice	$2850	Louisiana Issue, Choice Original.. 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.
	1861-S	EF40	PCGS 30109165	WB-6	Choice	$465	Speckled Gray Patina, Perfectly Graded, Choice Surfaces. With a mintage of under one million, the 1861-S date is in the middle of the pack for Civil War era issues in terms of scarity but definitely more difficult than its 1861 and 1861-O counterparts. This WB-6 example offers medium gray surfaces along with light speckled ebony. The reverse is more heavily toned along with "dirt" being present on the lower left devices. The lightly struck stars are consistent with the die pairing. Accurately graded and housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) holder.
	1865	EF45	PCGS 50697811		Choice	HOLD $1400	New January 23! So Tough CAC Approved, Residual Steely Luster, Fully Choice. The 1865 Philadelphia half dollar date can be considered underrated when fully choice. The CAC census is only 27 examples with the median at the EF45 grade. Only two at approved in AU50 and another at AU55. Interestingly, GFRC has handled two of those three AUs, which can be found in the Sales Archive. Our newly released offering is unquestionably original with coin gray toned surfaces, darker on the obverse. The reverse eye appeal is notable along with residual steely luster appearing under a bright light. Grading is accurate too! We recognize that the offer price has a premium to the CAC price guide, but there are few to be had with a green bean. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2025) holder.
	1866-S No Motto	EF45	PCGS 20420791	WB-1	Original	$2600	New January 14! 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	MS64	NGC 2135269005		Choice	$3950	Magnificent Eye Appeal, Lightly Mirrored, Hammered Strike, Osprey Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. The Osprey Collection relentlessly scours the European coin market for GFRC inventory and has scored a major victory with this magnificent 1867 Seated half. Pastel peach-gold and light blue toning is illuminated by the underlying partially mirrored fields. Under a bright light, the radiance is pronounced and thoroughly eye catching. Adding to the viewing pleasure is a hammered strike with every minute device detailed fully impressed. Unobtrusive contact in the lower right obverse field precludes full gem certification though the visual presentation is at that level. Certain to please the advanced collector who desires top shelf specimens in an advanced collection. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1867	MS64	PCGS 11621659		Choice	$4000	New December 16! "Partial Drapery", Brilliant Frosted Luster, Near-Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. Golden-rose and subtle blue colors adorn this intricately struck and brilliantly frosted near-gem original example, yet another long term hold release from the Oregon Beaver Collection. Under a bright light, the luster has shimmering qualities with swirling cartwheels leading to exceptional eye appeal. The overall strike is bold and pleasing with a few faint wispy lines in the right obverse line being consistent with the certified grade, an example of old time conservative grading standards. Nearly a "No Drapery" variety, but Liberty has a fragment of drapery beneath the raised elbow. This is a highly desirable lot given the overall quality. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder. The last auction record is Heritage October 2010 Stamford Coinfest Sale where it realized $2,760.
	1868	MS64	NGC 4479845005		Gem	$3465	New December 8! 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.
	1870	AU53	PCGS 22034070	WB-3	Choice	HOLD $500	New January 14! Steely Frosted Luster, Peripheral Orange-Gold, Near-Gem Original, Sooner Collection. Steely frosty luster radiates swirling cartwheels atop the surfaces of this GFRC-rated near-gem Liberty Seated half. Silver central figures and adjacent fields lead toward orange-gold borders, with substantial eye appeal. Well struck, with crisp stars and most feathers sharp. Philadelphia half dollar mintages in this period are lower, prior to the massive silver production beginning in the mid-1870s. Worthy of serious consideration and a JUST BUY IT NOW call out! Previously from the GFRC Cumberland County Collection auction circa January 2021. Now being released by the Sooner Collection. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.3 (2004) holder.
	1870-S	MS62	PCGS 81163610	WB-1	Original	$3220	New December 8! 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.
	1872-CC	AU55	PCGS 6605175	Unlisted	Choice	$5850	New December 16! Challenging Carson City Date, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. A choice AU example that is more sharply struck than most of the other survivors of the issue. The reverse, in particular, shows intricate details throughout the eagle talons and arrows along with considerable remaining luster. Worn dies are noted given metal flow lines at the borders. As a result, the brilliant luster possesses a satiny texture. This date is very rare in Mint State with the PCGS population currently listed as four examples. During variety attribution, against Bill Bugert's Liberty Seated Half Dollar Register series, the die pairing was identified as Obverse 2 with Reverse A, an unlisted die pairing. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder. Last auction appearance was January 2014 where it realized $4700 followed by being sold by GFRC as part of the Seal Beach Collection during October 2016. Another premium offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection.
	1872-S	MS63	PCGS 50148953	WB-3	Choice	$3950	New December 18! Conditional Rarity, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Oregon Beaver Collection. The 1872 San Francisco issue has always garnered my respect as challenging in AU or better. For example, the Mint State PCGS census stands at 7 examples at the offered grade with the same amount finer. The arrival of this GFRC-Choice rated example to the price list is an opportunity for astute collectors to acquire a grade rarity. Not only is the date tough, this example is a joy to view under a bright given brilliant frosted luster and the accompanying cartwheels. A complete strike further enhances the eye appeal which is more consistent with a near-gem. With a 10x, a few stray hairlines are noted in the left obverse field and the basis for the current grade. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1873 No Arrows, Closed 3	AU58	NGC 1900174003	WB-4	Choice	$1100	New January 14! No Arrows, Closed 3, Mirrored Surfaces, Watery Reflective Luster, Light Gold Patina, Sooner Collection. If searching for a distinctive 1873 No Arrows half dollar, Closed 3 of course, then please consider this impressive Sooner Collection release. This example is an atypical strike with mirrored fields and watery reflective luster. Surfaces are toned a light gold with darker shades at the borders. Strike is well executed overall, with only stars 7 and 8 lacking fully defined center points. With a 10x, the heavily mirrored fields were noted with a few wispy hairlines, otherwise a full Gem designation would have been assigned. There is an ancient line in the lower right obverse field that must be mentioned. Previously from the New Jersey Collection Liberty Seated Half Dollar Sale by GFRC during April 2018. Housed in NGC Gen 17 holder with standard ring insert.
	1873 With Arrows	AU55	NGC 2589369024		Choice	$550	New December 13! Type Candidate, Pastel Shades, Steely Fields, Emerald Isle Collection. A lovely 1873 With Arrows Seated half that is certainly a candidate for an AU level type set. Pastel aquamarine-blue and faint rose are embedded within the grayish obverse patination while the reverse is toned a consistent coin gray. Steely luster is more radiant on the obverse given the transparent skin. A 10x review found light obverse rub across the higher wear points and in the fields. The overall strike is strong with only a touch of head weakness noted. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	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.
	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-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.
	1875	MS64	PCGS 25343389		Choice	$1655	New December 8! Beautifully Toned, Steely Reflective Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, CAC Aaaproval, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - GFRC wraps up its latest Oregon Beaver presentation with a beautifully toned 1875 half that just screams originality. Peach-gold tones cover the obverse along with a thin peripheral blue arc while the reverse is golden with darker shades at the legend. Luster is a high point as steely reflectance is readily apparent under angled lighting. Vibrant cartwheels are equally pleasing. The CAC green bean is well deserve. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder with CAC approval.
	1875	MS62	PCGS OGH 9333611		Choice	HOLD $750	New January 14! Misplaced Digit in Shield?, Thick Mint Frost, Very Choice and Attractive, Sooner Collection. A thoroughly pleasing 1875 Seated half that warrants a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. A thick mint frost layer covers the motifs and fields equally. The result is crisp frosty luster when placed under a bright light. Strike is complete with well defined star centers and reverse eagle feathers. A close 10x loupe inspection identified the top loop of a misplaced digit to the right of the right most vertical obverse shield lines. Overall, a wonderful offering that has been conservatively graded. Housed in PCGS Gen 3.0 (1990-1993) old green holder. Previously from the LIzard King Collection, a consignment brand more synonymous with U.S. quarter eagle gold.
	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	MS63	PCGS 29264469		Choice	HOLD $1200	New November 29! Wonderful Eye Appeal, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Attractive Gold Rim Toning, Sooner Collection. Another superb Liberty Seated half dollar Sooner Collection duplicate that was previously sourced from the Newtown Collection. This GFRC-Gem rated 1876 Philadelphia half warrants immediate attention due to its robust strike, natural frosted surfaces along with crisp cartwheel luster that is superbly attractive. After handling many better Seated halves for over a decade, one immediate can recognize the well above average pieces. Choice surfaces are unabraded. Strike is fully executed without a trace of weakness within the devices. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval. Previously from the important Seal Beach Collection as a noteworthy original pedigree.
	1877	MS66+	PCGS 45243280		Gem	$7500	Exceptional Eye Appeal, Superb Gem, Oustanding Type Candidate, Osprey Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. An exceptionally beautiful 1877 Seated half that would boldly complement the finest early silver type sets under construction. This piece would also fit in nicely for those seeking premium Mint State halves. Unfortunately, the GFRC images are unable to accurately illustrate the granular frosted luster that actively interacts with the rose-gold and peripheral blue shades. Angled lighting further exposes the vibrant cartwheel action. As also expected from a gem graded 66+, the strike is all there. The darker thin lines in the right obverse field are toning lines. CAC has approved and graded 78 in all grades, not a surprise given the high mintage. At the offer grade, 14 have been approved with 3 finer. The PCGS MS66+ grade is well represented by this example and then some. Yet another superb find by the Osprey Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1877	MS66+	PCGS 82248342		Gem	$7300	New December 8! 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	MS65+	PCGS 25559686		Gem	$4000	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Dancing cartwheels boom from the surfaces of this colorful half, which exhibits a wash of russet and tan color highlighted by electric blue patina at the rims. Ample, frosty luster easily penetrates the medium skin, and the images do not completely convey the compelling in-hand eye appeal. Obverse star centers are sharp, while some feathers on the eagle's left leg blend together. CAC notes 71 pieces in all grades, with 17 coins finer. The CAC price guide is $3,250 in MS65 and $7,500 in MS66. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1877-S	MS62	NGC 2675398044		Choice	$700	New November 30! 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	AU50	ANACS OWH 394774		Choice	$265	Steely Reflective Luster, Peripheral Gold, Notable Eye Appeal, Fairly Priced. Consignor Buyout, Price Reduction. ANACS old white holders continue to be a consistent supply of quality early type coins. Case in point is this fresh Spring Baltimore consignment. This is a steely reflective example with untoned centers surrounded by peripheral gold. The visuals under angled lighting are quite pleasing. Strike is complete too. Housed in ANACS old white holder.
	1877-S	MS65	PCGS 36495212	WB-104	Gem	$2950	Gem Original, Thick Frosty Luster, Newtown Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. 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.
	1882	MS66	PCGS 84160059		Gem	$5650	Superb Gem, Proof Like Fields, Fully Struck and Pleasing, Oregon Beaver Collection. 1882 brought the third consecutive year during which the Philadelphia mint dramatic curtailed Seated quarter and half dollar production due to waning demand along with a shift to Morgan dollars. Mintage was a tiny 4,400 strikes with most survivors found with proof like fields resulting in cameo contrasts. The "Beaver" continues to divest his Liberty Seated half dollar collection and is releasing this superb gem example. One immediately notes the undisturbed watery mirrors under angled lighting that provide substantial reflective flash. Peripheral gold provides a lovely accent to the mostly untoned surfaces. The strike is needle sharp with meticulously detailed motifs and squared letters in the reverse legend. Traces of micro-shatter are well hidden on the leg and gown while the fields are unabraded. This is unquestionably an eye appeal play for those that like their Seated halves with bold luster. PCGS has certified 9 at the offered grade with 4 finer. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1885	MS66	PCGS 33425886		Gem	$7480	New December 8! 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.
	1890	AU50	PCGS 81038857		Original	$885	New December 21! Low Mintage Philadelphia Date, Blended Rose-Blue Toning, Partially MIrrored, Emerald Collection. 1890 brought the last of the low-mintage half dollar years as a result of the Bland-Allison Act of 1878, which shifted much of the Mint's production capacity from minor denominations to Morgan dollars. Only 12,000 1890 halves were struck at the Philadelphia mint including this newly released example from the Emerald Collection. The darker in hand rose-gray patination nicely transitions to blended rose and blues when viewed under a bright light. The background mirrors are easily noted and provide a suitable reflection backdrop for the toning. There is light wear on the left breast and the strike is typical. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.