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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 136 Coins for Sale. Most recent coin added on January 17, 2019

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
	1856-O	AU55	PCGS 81720851		Choice	$435	Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Creamy Faint Golden Surfaces, Hammered Strike, Accurately Greaded, Oregon Beaver Collection. 1856 New Orleans srikes exhibit considerable strike and surface variability. This pleasing example offers reflective cartwheel luster from lightly mirrored fields. However a careful 10 x loupe inspection also revealed mint frost surrounding stars 3 to 5 and again at stars 9 to 13. The reverse luster is more frosty than reflective. A faint creamy gold patina covers both sides and validates the originality. Strike is hammered with no device weakness whatsoever. Another quality Liberty Seated half dollar duplicate offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. This example is attractively priced for the overall quality and should not last long on the GFRC price list.
	1856-O	AU58	PCGS 83668804	WB-13	Original	$625	New December 27! Original Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Faint Silver-Gold Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Twins Lakes Collection. A strictly original 1856 New Orleans strike from the WB-13 die pairing. This die pairing is easily identified by die lines through the upper reverse olive bud. Yet another quality example from the Twins Lakes Collection of PCGS AU58 graded coins. Under a light source, surfaces give off cartwheel luster that is in between frost and reflective textures. The reverse cartwheels are particularly strong. A faint silver gold patina covers the obverse while the reverse has a light gray film over considerable mint frost. There are a few micro field ticks and some wispy micro lines in the right obverse field when carefully checked under a light source. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1856-O	EF45	PCGS 26753525	WB-15	Choice	$240	Repunched 56, Choice Original, Crusty Gun Metal Gray-Blue Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, A Super Example. A gorgeous 1856-O WB-15 half with repunching on the 56 date digits and heavy die pollish lines above the olive leaves on the reverse. Strike is well executed on both sides with only star 13 lacking connected centrils. Surfaces are naturally toned and blemish free. Accurately graded and housed in 2013 generation PCGS with blue label and edge view insert. CAC approval captures the perfect originality as demonstrated by thick crusty gun metal gray-blue patina.
	1856-O	AU58	NGC 1270963010	WB-17 R3	Original	$575	Blast White Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection . Frosty cartwheel luster is immediately evident upon viewing this 1856 New Orleans strike. Blast white surfaces are probably the leagcy of an old dip before being holdered in the late 1990. Strike is nearly complete with only a few right obverse stars lacking connected centrils. Both obverse and reverse dies are rusted with considerable pitting throughout Liberty's gown and shield. Accurately graded. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates to the late 1990s. Yet another offering from the New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated halves.
	1856-O	EF40	NGC 2340612010	WB-9	Choice	$185	Double Date, Uniform Gray PatIna, Steely Residual Luster, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded. An early die state 1856-O WB-9 example with heavy rotational repunching on the die digits. In his Federal Registry series on Liberty Seatged half dollars, Bill Bugert labels this variety as a "double date". Surfaces are strictly original and choice. Uniform gray patina covers both sides. Strike is typical for the date. Accurately graded and housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. The NGC label reads, "1856/1856 O, VP-001".
	1856-S	VF20	ANACS 5144962	WB-3 R5	Original	$535	Second Year San Francisco Strike, Late Date, Original Gray Surfaces, Well Struck, Undergraded, Golden Harvest Collection. There is much to discuss concerning this quality 1856 San Francisco strike from the Golden Harvest Collection. A second year San Francisco strike with mintage of 211,000. Housed in short lived ANACS blue label holder and obviously undergraded. An accurate grade would be somewhere between VF25-VF30. Original surfaces are covered with natural gray patina. A die variety attribution resulted in late die state WB-3 designation with partially missing drapery. Bugert lists the late die state as an R5 rarity. An excellent value at the asking price and should not last long if collectors carefully study the coin and overlook the ANACS blue holder.
	1857	AU58	NGC 3383777008		Choice	$515	Choice Original, Dirty Gold Patina, Frosty Luster, Accurately Graded. Wholesome and original are probably the best descriptions for this choice 1857 Seated half dollar. Surfaces are covered with dirty gold patina that is more translucent to the underlying frosty luster on the reverse. Obverse toning is crusty. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view and CAC approval. CAC approval rewards the strict originality, eye appeal and accurately grading.
	1857	AU50	PCGS 12567233		Original	$315	New January 5! Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Original Surfaces, Deep Aquamarine-Gold Peripheral Toning, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. An attractive 1857 Philadelphia strike with ample frosty luster. Under a light source, that luster provides mild cartwheels as to be expected for the assigned AU50 grade level. Both sides are mostly untoned with a deep aquamarine-gold ring at the obverse periphery and light gold on the reverse. Strike is typical with obverse weakness at the upper left stars and Liberty's head. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. A new offering from the Cumberland County Collection.
	1857	EF45	raw		Original	$150	Original, Mottled Gray, Nice Type Coin. An available Philadelphia date with strictly original surfaces. Obverse is covered with mottled gray that shows golden and gun metal blues under bright light while the reverse shifts to lovely sky blues and some rose. There are no blemishes and stike is typical. Just a solid half dollar for a Whitman or Dansco type set album or whatever collecting pursuit you may have.
	1857	AU55	NGC 279600077	WB-103	Original	$400	Misplaced Date in Rock, Original Surfaces, Steely Cartwheel Luster, Light Gold Patina, Strike Variability, Accurately Graded, Nice Eye Appeal, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. 1857 Philadelphia strikes are available in all grades as mintage was nearly 2M with a reasonable survival rate. As with many other common dates, the challenge lies in selecting an above average example with substantial eye appeal. Then how about this lovely offering from the New Jersey Collection? Steely cartwheel luster and light golden patina are immediately seen at first glance and amplified under a light source. The golden shades are darker at the obverse and reverse peripheries. Blueish gray patina is most evident in the reverse center under a bright light. Strike is a bit variable with the top of Liberty's head and the right field stars being weak. On the otherhand, the reverse has a hammered strike. The misplaced bottom of a 5 digit is well defined in the lower base and listed as WB-103. Finally, there are no blemishes worthy of mention. If strike had been more uniform, than a Choice Original quality rating would have been assigned. Fairly graded and housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. In hand viewing is recommended as GFRC images just can not capture the natural luster and overal eye appeal.
	1857-O	EF45	PCGS 2755553		Choice	HOLD $250	Better New Orleans Date, Gray-Gold Patina, Residual Luster, Well Struck, Accurately Graded. The 1857-O date features a mintage of only 818,000 and become rare in choice AU55 or better. This EF45 example is at the collecting value sweet spot with ample residual luster and semi-transparent gray-gold patina. Strike is well executed. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s.
	1857-O	EF40	PCGS 29733629	WB-2	Original	$225	WB-2, Low Mintage Date, Near Choice Original, Steely Fields, Deep Gray-Rose Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection . Mintage of only 818,000 with limited number of die pairs used for total New Orleans mint output. This date becomes very challenging in AU or better and is underrated at those grade levels. Though this example only grades EF40, there is much to write about. Fields still offer residual steely luster under the deep gray patina that covers both sides. Bright light viewing is most pleasing as the dark patina melts away and exposes light gray-rose shades. Strike is typical. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. A quality Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the New Jersey Collection.
	1857-O	AU58	ANACS OWH 2829010	WB-3 R3	Choice	$1050	Better Date in High Grades, Near Gem Original, Bold Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Mirrored Fields, Multi Color Patina, Superior Eye Appeal, New Jersey Collection . Let's open the description for the near gem original 1857-O half with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. This is an amazing example with sharply mirrored fields the emit some serious reflective cartwheel luster. Laying on top of the mirrors is a thin transparent layer of sky blue rose patina on the obverse and full rainbow coloring on the reverse. The combination of crisp reflective luster and the multi color patina leads to some serious fun when viewing under a bright light. Strike is typical with any weakness being concentrated at the obverse stars. Blemish wise, there are a few wispy lines in the left field and some micro chatter by stars 1 through 3. Let's remember that old saying of buy the coin and not the holder. The New Jersey Collection consignor left every purchase in its original holder without crack out/upgrade attempts or even CAC review. This is indeed an old time collection that has been off the market for decades and worthy of special consideration. Housed in ANACS old white holder.
	1857-S	EF40	PCGS 11871125	WB-1 R4	Original	$1150	New January 5! Semi-Key date, Near Choice Original, Circulated Cameo Eye Appeal, Even Gray Patina, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. Third year of San Francisco striking of the half dollar denomination with a limited mintage of 158,000. As is the case with the 1855-S and 1856-S dates, choice survivors are rare in EF and very rare in AU or better. This example, from the Cumberland County Collection, presents an important opportunity to those attempting a complete set of Liberty Seated halves. A near choice example with attractive circulated cameo eye appeal. Surfaces are toned a light gray that becomes darker at the peripheries. Strike is complete and further enhances the desirability. a careful 10x loupe inspection revealed slight field chatter that is consistent with the grade. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Hurry on this offering as fairly priced for the quality and may not last through the FUN show.
	1858	AU58	NGC 678093010		Original	$400	Original Surfaces, Steely Cartwheel Luster, Light Copper Gold Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. 1858 Philadelpia strikes are readily available in all grades. The collector's challenge is locating a superior example with eye appeal. This 1858 strike, from the New Jersey Collection, could be that candidate. Steely cartwheel luster and light copper gold patina collectively produce a pleasing experience during bright light viewing. A sky blue peripheral ring is noted on both sides and well frames the lighter golden centers. Strike is typical with weakness in the obverse stars. The eagle wing feather are particular well struck on the reverse. Fairly graded and housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the early 1990s. Of the market for neatly two decades as part of the New Jersey Collection.
	1858	AU55	PCGS 33411898		Original	$435	Near Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Completely Struck, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Frosty devices and steely fields are the highlights of this lovely 1858 Seated half. Cartwheel luster is active during bright light viewing. Strike is fully executed on both sides. The darker regions on the obverse horizontal and vertical shield lines are verdigris. Under a 10x loupe, the obverse fields have a few wispy hairlines that are amplified by the steely reflective fields. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Another fine numismatic offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection.
	1858	AU53	NGC 3524575017		Original	$310	Attractive Gun Metal Gray Patina, Original Surfaces, Strong Strike, Accurately Graded, Saco River Collection . Naturally toned surfaces offer gun metal gray-blues throughout obverse and reverse. Under a bright light, the patina becomes quite transparent and exposes lightly mirrored fields. Overall strike is strong with full head and hair curls, round stars and deeply impressed eagle feathers. There are a few obverse rim anomalies that are noted for complete accurary. Housed in newer NGC holder. An attractive offering from the Saco River Collection.
	1858	AU53	PCGS 30185728		Original	$385	Strictly Original, Light Gray Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. Why is this strictly original 1858 half with CAC approval only assigned an Original quality rating you might ask? This Seated half is definitely original and accurately graded with only one obverse field blemish that is fully toned over. I've held this piece back from a Choice rating due to strike. If the obverse strike was stronger, then a higher rating might be appropriate. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with CAC approval. A quality duplicate from the Newtown Collection.
	1858	EF45	PCGS 36240363	WB-101	Gem	$265	Gem Original, Thick Crusty Golden Brown Patina, Well Struck, Undergraded Graded, Burch Creek Collection. Thick crusty natural patina covers the surfaces on the gem original 1858 Philaldelphia half dollar strike. In hand viewing reveals olive, gold and gray hues while a bright light shifts the coloring to copper gold residual luster. Strike is complete and quite pleasing. Undergraded with no blemishes worthy of mention since previously housed in ANACS AU53 old white holder. Now housed in new 2015 style PCGS holder and should be sent to CAC for high probability green bean. Another quality example from the Burchs Creek collection that needs a home with a selective collector.
	1858-O	AU53	PCGS 34497442		Original	$315	Original Surfaces, Satiny Luster, Light Gray Patina, Accurately Graded, Ft. Lauderdale Collection. Soft satiny residual luster and silver gray surfaces are the highlights of this original 1858 New Orleans struck half dollar. Obverse strike is weak at the periphery while well executed at the center including shield and scroll. On the otherhand, the reverse is fully struck with bold eagle feathers and claws. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Another quality Seated coinage offering from the Ft. Lauderdale Collection.
	1858-O	AU50	PCGS 83897514		Choice	$295	Crusty Original, Choice Surfaces, Gray-Gold Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded. Crusty original surfaces with natural gray-gold patina are the primary highlight of this pleasing 1858-O half dollar. Strike is well executed with all stars having connected centrils. Bright light viewing is a pleasure due to residual golden brown luster. Fairly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. For collectors who wish to own a top quality natural toned half dollar at a reasonable price.
	1858-O	EF45	NGC 3275773007		Choice	$165	Choice Original, Mirrored Fields, Residual Steely Luster, Gray, Gold and Blue Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded. Handing this choice original 1858-O half brought a surprise; mirrored fields on both sides. This is the first 1858-O half in memory seen with lightly PL surfaces and steely reflective luster. Obverse is toned a combination of gray-gold while the reverse is gun metal gray-blue. Strike is typical with a few weak obverse stars. Surfaces are entirely blemish free and choice. Accurately graded and housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. This is indeed a special offering for the Liberty Seated half dollar collector.
	1858-O	EF45	PCGS 2731047		Choice	$315	Gorgeous Bullseye Toning, Choice Original, Accurately Graded, White Pine Collection. Yes, the 1858-O is common in all circulated grades. What differentiates this gorgeous example from the pack is bullseye toning that covers strictly original surfaces. Let's start with the obverse; a rose center is present and quickly transitions to sky blue surrounding the stars and date followed by yellow gold at the extreme rim. On the reverse, an aquamarine blue center over the eagle shifts to copper gold in the fields and surrounding the legend. Considerable luster remains under a bright light and accentuates the coloring. Surfaces are essentially blemish free with none worth calling out. The reverse strike is weak throughout the eagle wings and claws. Housed in early blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert and embossed PCGS logo on the reverse that probably dates back to the late 1990s. Another great offering from the White Pine Collection.
	1858-O	AU58	NGC 1647919007	WB-3 R3	Original	$425	Misplaced 8 Digits, Late Die State, Dirty Original Frosty Luster, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection. A strictly original 1858 New Orleans strike that offers dirty frosty luster that has ample cartwheel effects. Strike is typical with some weakness at the upper obverse stars. The WB-3 die variety features an obverse die with two errant 8 digits. In late die states, a bold vertical die crack forms through the 1 digit. A close 10x loupe inspection revealed a few wispy hairlines in the right obverse field and above the eagle's head. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates to the late 1990s. Another offering from the New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated half dollars to consider.
	1858-O	AU53	PCGS 36240362	WB-33 R3	Choice	$415	Choice Original, Mottled Brown-Gray Patina, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Conservatively Graded, Burch Creek Collection. Just back from PCGS grading and previously in ANACS AU58 old white holder. PCGS was tough considering the AU58 to AU53 downgrade. My grading is AU55 with choice original surfaces and frosty cartwheel luster. Coloring is old paper envelope brown gray with mottled shades on the obverse. Under the toning is a substantial luster that is consistent with AU55 or better. Surfaces are entirely blemish free. Strike is complete on the reverse while stars 7 through 10 lack centrils. Overall, a wonderful 1858-O half dollar for those attracted to strict originality and old time luster. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder and I'm 95% confident that this piece would win CAC approval given the conservative AU53 grade. From the Burchs Creek collection .
	1858-O	EF40	PCGS 34092616	WB-6 WB-107 R3	Original	$185	WB-6, Quadrupled 2nd 8 Digit, Original Mottled Patina, Accurately Graded, Seal Beach Collection. A cool 1858-O die variety with multiple repunchings that appear in the upper loop of the 8 digit and also on the bottom of the base as a misplaced date. Bugert labels this die variety as a "Quadrupled 8" in his Federal Register series on New Orleans die varieties. This book is available for free as a PDF download on the LSCC website (www.lsccweb.org). This WB-6 example is from a recent Seal Beach Collection divestment of his Liberty Seated half dollar die varieties and deserves special consideration. Surfaces are strictly original with mottled gray toning on both sides. Strike is fairly well executed with only a touch of weakness on the eagle's lower left facing leg. There are no blemishes worthy of mention. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with attribution in the label that reads, "RPD WB-107".
	1858-S	AU53	PCGS 83610762	WB-10 R3	Choice	$750	WB-10, Important Date, Choice Original, Rose Gray Patina, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Completely Struck, Seal Beach Collection. A choice original 1858 San Francisco strike that is well above average for the assigned AU53 grade level. Surfaces are covered with a rose-gray patina. During bright light viewing, satiny cartwheel luster is active and pleasing. The overall eye appeal should please selective collectors. Strike is essentially completed with only stars 7 and 8 lacking connected centrils while Liberty's head and face are well defined. Hair curls are deeply impressed too. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. An important Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the Seal Beach Collection that will fit nicely into an advanced date and mintmark set.
	1859	AU53	raw		Choice	$325	Choice Original, Dusty Light Gray Patina, Typical Strike, Residual Luster. A strictly original 1859 Philadelphia strike with dusty light gray patina throughout. The patina is transparent; bright light viewing activates the underlying surface luster. Strike is typical. Overall, an attractive Seated half that is unmolested though still raw. This piece will easily grade if that is your desired route.
	1859	EF45	PCGS 14072064		Original	$240	New January 6! Thick Frosty Original Surfaces, Golden Rims, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. A nice original 1859 Philadelphia strike with attractive eye appeal and frosty luster. Mild cartwheels are seen under a bright light. A golden ring at the rims nicely framed the untoned centers. Strike is typical. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Another divested duplicate from the Cumberland County Collection to consider.
	1859-O	AU58	PCGS 29975029		Original	$450	Near Choice Original, Glowing Rose/Gray Patina, Bold Strike, Accurately Graded, Pleez B. Seated Collection. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. The Alexandria consignor, Mark Mattox, passed away on April 17 and GFRC has reduced prices to St. Patrick's Day sale levels to stimulate sales and help Mark's wife Rhonda. Please consider a purchase and contact Gerry to discuss this Liberty Seated half dollar.
	1859-O	AU55	PCGS 21439382		Choice	HOLD $675	New January 6! Exceptional Eye Appeal, Choice Original Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Obverse Rainbow Ring Toning, Completely Struck, Fairly Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. Let's start the description for this 1859 New Orleans Seated half dollar with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation due to superior eye appeal. If this offering appears appealing from the images, then wait until you see the coin in hand. Rainbow ring toning on the obverse is nicely complemented by frosty luster and active cartwheels. The reverse features creamy pale gold centers that transform into much darker shades at the periphery. Strike is complete which adds another positive dimension to this offering. A near gem quality rating would have been provided but there are a few subtle contact marks on the obverse that held this one back. These marks are not distracting but must be accounted for. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. An outstanding duplicate offering from the Cumberland County Collection that should be immediately scooped up by a knowledgeable collector.
	1859-O	EF45	PCGS	W-11 R3	Choice	$225	WB-11, Chocie Original, Gun Metal Gray, Olive Shades on Reverse, Conservative Grading. A choice original WB-11 example with strictly original surfaces. Conservative grading by PCGS as I had previously assigned an AU50 when in GFRC inventory as a raw piece. Strike is complete throughout obverse and reverse with just a few scattered tiny blemishes, none distracting. Under bright light, the obverse shifts to gun metal blues with additional traces on the reverse. Overall, a pretty half that is now freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1859-S	EF45	PCGS 31709833		Original	$395	Original Light Gray, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Pleez B. Seated Collection. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. The Alexandria consignor, Mark Mattox, passed away on April 17 and GFRC has reduced prices to St. Patrick's Day sale levels to stimulate sales and help Mark's wife Rhonda. Please consider a purchase and contact Gerry to discuss this Liberty Seated half dollar.
	1859-S	AU58	NGC 1808272010	WB-3 R3	Original	$1350	Low Mintage San Francisco Date, Large S, Bold Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck, New Jersey Collection. 1859 San Francisco strikes are not as rare as the earlier issues with a mintage of 566,000. However, locating AU58 examples is always a fun collecting challenge and will take patience. The New Jersey Collection Liberty Seated half dollar set contains an example that is housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert and offers eye catching luster and creamy white surfaces. Brilliant cartwheel luster is active and pleasing. Surfaces are strictly original though an old dip is possible. All devices are well struck and please realize the late die state WB-3 obverse is found with significat die erosion surround the date punch. I'm enjoying the evaluation of this lovely half and believe the next owner will also be satisfied with a purchase. Please note that the GFRC images are quite bad with respect to the in hand and bright light appearance. This half is a uniform creamy white with no light to dark color variation on the obverse; this anomaly is due to lighting reflections with photodome and a low in the sky sun.
	1859-S	MS61	PCGS 25251419	WB-6	Choice	$1450	WB-6, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Choice Original, Light Gray Patina, Pleasing Eye Appeal, Golden Harvest Collection. Light silver-gray patina and frosty cartwheel luster are the highlights of this lovely 1859-S WB-6 Seated half. Surfaces are quite frosty with substantial cartwheel effects under a light source. Nearly completely struck with only star 13 lacking connected centrils. Reverse strike is complete with deeply impressed claws and arrow feathers. So why is this piece graded MS61? To answer that question, a very close inspection was done with a 10x loupe under halogen light. The only explanation is a faint break in the luster on the left facing knee that can be seen if angling the coin correctly. From a purist and technical perspective, this coin could be graded AU58. But then again, I have seen enough MS62s with similar rub. MS61 is a fair grade for this lovely San Francisco half as there are no other blemishes to report. Dies are heavily clashed. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. Another quality Liberty Seated coinage offering from the Golden Harvest Collection.
	1860	AU58	NGC 3259733008	WB-102	Original	$525	New November 29! Frosty White Cartwheel Luster, Near Choice Original Surfaces, Well Struck, Faint Rub, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. 1860 Philadelphia strikes have a relatively low mintage of 302,700 and don't appear on the market frequently. Surviving population in all EF and AU grades, per PCGS pop report is slightly over a hundred pieces. Pricing for the date is attractive considering availability. This 1860 Seated half, from the New Jersey Collection, is a lovely example with brilliant frosty luster and ample cartwheel effects. Surfaces are uniform white from a prior dip and close to choice with just one bagmark in the right obverse field and a few random micro marks. Please remember that blast white surfaces shown all while heavily toned toned surfaces hide most minor blemishes. Strike is completed with well impressed reverse devices. Under a 10x loupe some faint rub is detected . Accurately graded and housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. Special consideration is warranted here for those who enjoy Seated coinage with brilliant frosty luster.
	1860-O	AU58	PCGS 32029135	WB-10 R3	Original	$650	WB-10, Original Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Hammered Strike, Accurate Grading, Seal Beach Collection. A lovely 1860 New Orleans offering at the AU58 grade level that collectors always seek out. The offering is strictly original with frosty cartwheel luster and a light layer of transparent golden patina. Strike is hammered with all stars fully round and with connected centrils. The shield and scroll are in high relief with deep boundries on the scroll edges. Reverse is also gorgreous with vibrant cartwheel luster. There are no blemishes to discuss either. Grading is accurate as there is faint rub on the left facing breast and lower leg. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. A well balanced and attractive offering from the Seal Beach Collection that will please the most selective buyer.
	1860-O	AU58	PCGS 31934087	WB-11 R3	Choice	$765	WB-11, Choice Original, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Creamy Faint Gold Patina, Full Strike, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. An attractive 1860 New Olreans strike from newly polished WB-11 dies. Fields are lightly mirrored and generated substantial reflective cartwheel luster under a light source. Creamy faint gold patina is transparent to the underlying luster. Strike is bold and well executed with only stars 1 and 2 lacking connected centrils. Reverse strike is very sharp including lower eagle claws and arrow feathers. A careful 10x loupe inspection revealed some wispy obverse hairlines that are faint and not surprising given the lightly mirrored fields. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. A new duplicate from the well known Oregon Beaver collection of Liberty Seated halves that deserves attention.
	1860-O	VF30	PCGS 26042666	WB-3	Choice	$170	Weird Vertical Stripes, Choice Original, Crusty Gray Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Port Matilda Collection. A crusty original gray example of the 1860-O WB-3 die variety with uniquely hubbed reverse die. The vertical stripes appear to be hand engraved rather than hubbing from a working hub die. These stripes remain me of artwork on hand cut contemporary counterfet dies. But no question here, this is a genuine New Orleans mint strike and well defined by Bugert within his Federal Registers on Liberty Seated halves. Accurately graded with blemish free surfaces. Housed in transitional 2013 PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert. Yet another quality offering from the Port Matilda Collection.
	1860-O	AU58	NGC 372924013	WB-7 R3	Original	$550	Popular Eagle Laying Egg Variety, Original Copper Gray Gold Patina, Soft Satiny Luster, New Jersey Collection. The WB-7 die variety has been named the Eagle Laying Egg variety due to the mintmark being placed directly against the olive branch with no separation. This original example is covered with a mottled copper gray and gold patina. Luster is soft and satiny. Strike weakness at the obverse stars is noted for those that love their Seated halves with bold device details. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates to the late 1990s. Yet another offering from the New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated half dollars.
	1860-S	AU55	PCGS 09889300		Choice	$950	Choice Original, Steely Gray Luster, Hammered Strike, Accurately Graded, Seated Appalachian Collection. Ex. Seal Beach Collection and now back on the market as a duplicate from the Seated Appalachian Collection. Quite scarce at the AU55 grade level with mintage of 472,000. A choice original example with light gray patina and steely gray surfaces. Strike is absolutely hammered with bold rounded stars and scarce scroll edges on the obverse and deeply impressed eagle feathers and claws on there reverse. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A perfect example for the next collector attempting a Liberty Seated date and mintmark set.
	1860-S	AU50	PCGS 21126521	WB-2	Original	$495	WB-2, Original Light Gray Luster, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Better Date at Grade, White Pine Collection. Housed in early blue label holder with standard ring insert. Light gray surfaces are strictly original with no blemishes whatsoever. Strike is full and complete. Residual mint frost is easily seen in the protected areas. A challenging date to locate in strong choice or gem condition. This example is near choice, accurately graded and deserves consideration. A quality offering from the White Pine Collection.
	1861	MS62	PCGS 35764315		Choice	$850	Hammered Strike, Choice Original Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Soft Pastel Aquamarine and Gold Toning, Pleasing and Fairly Graded. An eye appealing 1861 Philadelphia strike that is worthy of an advanced collection regardless of the assigned MS62 grade. Frosty cartwheel luster is vibrant on both sides and amplifies the soft pastel aquamarine and gold patina. Bright light viewing is a pleasure and memorable. Obverse strike is hammered with high relief stars and all devices being deeply impressed. The same is true for the reverse with every eagle feather having intricate details along with bold claws and arrow feathers. There are no blemishes worthy of mention. Luster appears to be the parameter holding this half dollar from a higher grade. Fairly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1861	AU58	NGC 1628471016		Original	$435	New November 29! Near Choice Original Surfaces, Steely Reflective Luster, Nice Cameo Under Bright Light, Faint Gray Patina, Well Struck, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. I really like the 1861 specimen in the New Jersey Collection due to strict old time originality. This lovely half has never been messed with in any way. A light pinkish gray skin covers both sides and protect the underlying steely fields that emit mild cartwheel luster. Under the right bright light viewing angles, the fields are lightly mirrored. Strike is essentially complete with only star 8 lacking full high relief definition. Obverse fields are no question choice original and a pleasure to examine under a 10x loupe. The reverse has one toned over line above the eagle's head that holds this piece back from a full choice quality rating. Yes, I'm being strict. Rub is very limited and difficult to see under the gray skin. Fairly graded and housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. Another quality offering from the New Jersey Collection to consider.
	1861	AU55	raw		Original	$285	Crusty Original Gray, Steely Residual Luster, Completed Struck, Fairly Graded. I really like the surfaces of this perfectly original 1861 Seated half. Accurately graded at the AU55 level with crusty gray patina throughout obverse and reverse. Completely unmolested and natural with a bold strike. Forget expensive TPG grading and the marginal coins found in the those holders. This quality 1861 half will fit nicely in a Dansco or Whitman album on a budget.
	1861	EF40	PCGS 18489400		Original	HOLD $140	Original Surfaces, Uniform Gun Metal Gray Patina, Undergraded. A wholesome 1861 Philadelphia strike with strictly original surfaces that are covered with uniform gun metal gray patina. PCGS grading is conservative to the point of undergrading this piece. I would be comfortable with an EF45 grade rather than the assigned EF40. Strike is typical for the date. A closed 10x loupe inspection revealed no blemishes worthy of mention. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Attractively priced given the actual grade of the offered half dollar.
	1861	EF40	PCGS 36240365		Choice	$195	Crusty Original, Thick Gray Patina, Residual Steely Luster, Conservative Grading, Complete Strike, Burchs Creek Collection. A marvelous 1861 Philadelphia strike with steely fields and copper-brown patina on both sides. Under bright light, surface coloring shifts to copper gold. The residual luster runs between reflective and steely and difficult to decide which term is more accurate. Fields are free of blemishes and quite pleasing. Obverse strike is complete with the reverse having some weakness at the lower left facing eagle leg and claws. Accurately graded and so choice. Graded September 2018 and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with no CAC attempt. More great quality from the Burchs Creek collection.
	1861	AU58	raw	W-1 WB-102	Original	$405	Repunched 1, Original Old Album Toning, Burchs Creek Collection. This offering is for those who enjoy attractive old album bullseye toning. The obverse center is covered with a faint gold coloring that rapidly transitions to rose and then deep blue surrounding stars and date. The reverse offers a silver center with rose at the legend and a deep blue arc encompassing the denomination. Bright light viewing is lots of fun with this piece. This piece does have several blemishes in the right obverse field and by the eagle's head. There are easily seen in the images.
	1861 Scott Restrike	UNC Details	PCGS 36277966	W-13	Choice	New Price $5000	New December 3! Scott Restrike, CSA W-13 Base Coin, Choice Original Mint State Reverse, Substantial Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Obverse Mount Removed, Freshly Graded, Susquehana Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - GFRC is incredibly pleased to be offering one of the 500 Scott Restrikes but more importantly, the CSA reverse is choice original uncirculated. Both the CSA Reverse and obverse exhibt frosty cartwheel luster. For numismatic curiosity, the base coin's obverse was studied and easily attributed as an early die state CSA W-13 (Bisecting Date Crack) without signs of the die crack. The date position on CSA W-13 is unique and lends itself to a straightforward attribution. Offered here is an Scott Restrike with a choice original mint state CSA reverse coupled with a CSA W-13 base coin that was well preserved for years due to a reverse mount. At some point, the obverse mount was removed and the tooling remnants are most difficult to see on the PCGS TruView image. CSA Reverse strike is hammered with deeply impressed details. Reverse surface is choice with each die nuance available under a 10x loupe. Original silver mint frost is evident with mottled gray toning. Freshly graded by PCGS and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. This Scott Restrike has been off the market since the early 1980s with no auction records. An important historical aritfact that is worthy of careful consideration. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with Genuine UNC Details - Damage certification.
	1861-O CSA Die Crack	AU50	PCGS 06752705	W-11 WB-102	Original	$4100	CSA Obverse, WB-11, Die Crack Nose to Rim, Middle Die State, Original Surfaces, Residual Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Athens Collection . The "CSA Obverse" is a significant piece of of Civil War history that has been pursued by specialized collectors since first cataloged by Beistle in 1929. It is found with same ”die crack at nose” as the four CSA muled halves. The landmark article by Randall Wiley in “The Gobrecht Journal #94” discusses the various 1861 New Orleans die states and marriages across Union, State of Louisiana and Confederacy administration in great detail. GFRC is pleased to offer an original AU example of the W-11 CSA Obverse. This example is found in a middle die state with the die crack from Liberty's nose to the rim being obvious under a 10x loupe. A faint golden patina covers both sides with the reverse coloring being a bit darker. When inspected under a light source, one immediately notes the residual cartwheel luster that is quite pleasing. Strike is typical with weakness throughout the obverse stars coupled with the eagle's claws. Housed in an old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert with the "CSA Obverse" attributed on the label. Grading may be a tad conservative against today's standards. A fine numismatic property from the Athens Collection.
	1861-O CSA Die Crack	EF45	NGC 4053914002	W-11 WB-102	Original	$3500	CSA Obverse, Die Crack Nose to Rim, Late Die State, Original Golden Surfaces, Above Average Strike, Accurately Graded, Athens Collection . The famous CSA Obverse Die Crack 1861-O half is a coin that has been desired by specialized Civil War collectors since first cataloged by Beistle in 1929. It is found with the same ”die crack at nose” as the four CSA muled halves. The landmark article by Randall Wiley in “The Gobrecht Journal #94” discusses the various die states and marriages in great detail. From die state analysis, Wiley further identifies other Confederate strikings (W13-W15) which also are highly collectible, but not as dramatic. The offered example is original with light golden patina. The obverse die crack is bold and easily viewed with a 10x loupe as it starts at the rim and proceeds downward to Liberty nose and then through the space immediately below chin to shoulder. Strike is above average for the die pairing with reasonably defined obverse stars and partial claws on the reverse's main eagle device. Accurately graded and housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. An important Civil War offering from the Athens Collection.
	1861-O CSA Die Crack	EF40	ANACS OWH 684938	W-11 WB-102	Original	$2600	CSA Obverse, Original, Faint Crack to Liberty's Nose, Gray Patina, Historically Important, Athens Collection. The CSA Die Crack 1861-O half has been desired by specialized Civil War collectors since first cataloged by Beistle in 1929. It is found with same ”die crack at nose” as the four CSA muled halves. The landmark article by Randall Wiley in “The Gobrecht Journal #94” discusses the various die states and marriages in great detail. The offered example is original with light gun patina. The obverse CSA die crack is in an early die state with mostly the dot on Liberty's nose being present. Housed in ANACS old white holder and from the Athens Collection of 1861-O halves.
	1861-O CSA Die Crack	VF25	PCGS 06752706	W-11 WB-102	Original	$1450	CSA Obverse, WB-11, Original Silver-Gra Surfaces, Bold Die Crack to Nose, Accurately Graded, Athen Collection. The CSA Die Crack 1861-O half has been desired by specialized Civil War collectors since first cataloged by Beistle in 1929. It is found with same ”die crack at nose” as the four CSA muled halves. The landmark article by Randall Wiley in “The Gobrecht Journal #94” discusses the various die states and marriages in great detail. The offered example is original with silver gray patina. The obverse CSA die crack is bold and well defined. Just honest wear and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. CSA Obverse is printed on the PCGS label and captures the attribution. From the Athens Collection of 1861-O Liberty Seated halves and looking for a new home.
	1861-O CSA Issue	MS61	NGC 3387077001	W-13 WB-103 R2	Original	$2500	Bisecting Crack at Date, CSA Issue, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Light Champagne Gold Patina, All Diagnostics, Accurately Graded, Athens Collection . An important GFRC offering as few CSA struck half dollars have survived at this grade level. The W-13 die pairing was employed during April 1861 under the administration of the Confederate States of America. The variety is easily recognized by a vertical bisecting die crack from the rim through the upright of the 6 digit into the base. Perfectly original surfaces with satiny cartwheel luster are the hallmarks of this nearly 160 year old silver piece. Champagne gold patina is thin and transparent to the underlying luster. Strike is typical for the W-13 variety with obverse weakness at Liberty's head and on the reverse denomination. All W-13 die diagnostics are present including a late die state bisecting crack through the date and a host of at the denomination and legend. Under bright light, both sides offer consistent swirling luster and coloring; another validation of the strict originality. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. A key historical artifact for serious students of the United States Civil War period via the Athens Collection. This important piece will be available at the Dalton, GA and Central States shows, if it lasts that long. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. An key Civil War historical artifact from the Athens Collection.
	1861-O CSA Issue	AU55	PCGS 11567532	W-13 WB-103 R2	Choice	$1250	WB-13, CSA Strike, Very Early Die State, No Obverse Bisecting Crack, Choice Original, Superior Strike, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection. CSA Strike. The W-13 die pairing is well known as a CSA strike with bisecting vertical crack through the date. Nearly all examples seen with the die crack comes with strike weakness at the head and flat stars 7 and 8. Rounding out the New Orleans strikes from the New Jersey Collection is this marvelous W-13 example in a very early die state. This die state is easy to attribute by the horizontal die polish lines between the right base and denticles. The is no bisecting die crack whatsoever at this die stage. The strike is deeply impressed and surfaces are 100% original. Then add in frosty cartwheel luster throughout obverse and reverse that is substantial and so pleasing. I'm most comfortable with a choice quality rating and believe the grading is a tad conservative. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. This lovely W-13 strike is quite special and belongs in a sophisticated collection.
	1861-O CSA Issue	EF40	PCGS 33993517	W-13 WB-103	Market Acceptable	$600	WB-13, CSA Administration, Bisecting Die Crack Through Date, Dipped White, Typical W-13 Strike, Accurately Graded. A popular example of the CSA administration strike with bisecting die crack through the date. The W-13 die pairing was employed during April 1861 under the administration of the Confederate States of America. This variety is easily recognized by a vertical bisecting die crack from the rim through the upright of the 6 digit into the base. This EF40 graded example has been dipped and is an even white with faint gold patina under a light source. Strike is so typical of the W-13 variety with weakness at the stars surrounding Liberty's head and on the reverse denomination. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. The WB-103 die variety is not listed on the PCGS label. An important duplicate, from the Newtown Collection, for serious students of the United States Civil War period.
	1861-O CSA Issue	EF40	ANACS OWH 2776141	W-14 WB-103/104 R4	Original	$1150	Bisecting Crack at Date/Speared Olive Bud, Challenging CSA Die Pairing, Darker Gray Patina, Original Surfaces, Bold Diagnostics, Athens Collection. Struck under the CSA administration during April 1861. The W-14 die pairing consistent of a late die state obverse paired with a fresh reverse die. The obverse is well known for having a vertical bisecting die crack through the date while the reverse has two parallel die lines through an olive bud. The latter is now known as the Speared olive Bud reverse and is used in final die pairing (W-15) before the New Orleans mint is closed. This example features deep gray patina across original surfaces. Diagnostics are bold. Housed in ANACS old white holder that dates back to the early to mid 1990s. Another important CSA offering from the Athens Collection.
	1861-O CSA Issue	EF45+	raw	W-15 WB-104	Original	$750	Final CSA Issue, Speared Olive Bud, Original Surfaces, Gun Metal Gray Patina, Residual Steely Luster, Fairly Graded, Under Construction Collection . Speared Olive Bud reverse, CSA Issue. The last die pairing struck under authority of the Confederate States of America. This die variety is easily attributed due to two parallel lines through the upper olive bud. This reverse was first paired with the Bisecting Crack at Date reverse and then afterwards with Obverse 1; first employed for Union strikes. Die erosion at Liberty's foot is evident for the variety and on the offered example. This Under Construction Collection example offers steely surfaces covered with classic gun metal gray patina on the obverse and lighter silver gray shades on the reverse. Strike typical on the obverse, since late state Union obverse, and full on the reverse. This piece performs well under a light source with plenty of residual luster. If TPG certification is your goal, then don't hesitate to purchase as I guarantee this W-15 will be placed in a holder. An important piece of Civil War history as struck during the final days of the New Orleans mint during April 1861.
	1861-O Louisiana Issue	EF45	raw	W-7	Original	$475	New November 30! Louisiana Administration Strike, Original Surfaces, Light Gray Patina, Typical Strike for Die Pairing, Fairly Graded. An original Civil War half dollar piece struck during the 1861 February-March timeframe while the New Orleans mint was under the State of Louisiana administrative control. Attributing Louisania strikes can be challenging but the W-7 die pairing can be identified by date punch and mintmark placement along with several minor reverse die cracks. This circulated example is strictly original and well protected by a light to medium gray patina. Under a bright light, some embedded rose is noted. Strike is typical for the W-7 die pairing. All 1861-O strikes are currently in demand as more collectors attempt to complete a 14 piece die variety set (excluding the unobtainable W-12 CSA strikes).
	1861-S	VF30	PCGS 28205593		Original	$265	Original Surfaces, Light to Medium Gray Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded. Strictly original surfaces with light to medium gray patina. Well struck with all star centril nicely defined and connected. There is obverse verdigris on the left facing breast and lower leg along with additional reverse vedigris with the shield and surrounding upper legend. No blemishes worthy of mention. Accurately graded and housed in 2013 generation PCGS with edge view insert. Previoulsy sold into a collection during July 2015 and recently purchased for a second GFRC inventory appearance.
	1862	AU53	PCGS 84738735		Choice	$985	Better Date, Choice Original, Ebony-Rose Obverse Toning, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded, A Unique Offering . A gorgeous 1862 half dollar that must be viewed under bright light to appreciate as GFRC images indicate a darkly toned obverse. Wow….adding a light source activates fiery red surfaces on the obverse while the reverse glows an apricot gold. This 1862 half is so nice that a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation is warranted. Obverse strike is complete with full head details and hair curls while the reverse has some weakness on the eagle's lower left leg. There are no blemishes to report as surfaces are pristine. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval and ready to be placed into an advanced collection.
	1862	AU50	PCGS 32561209		Choice	$775	Better Date, Choice Original, Light Golden-Gray Patina, Well Struck, Conservatively Graded. Recognized as a better date since most 1862 seen will be New Orleans rather than Philadelphia strike. Mintage is a low 253,000. Whenever I run across an 1862 half, attention is paid. In the case of this lovely CAC approved example, the decision to add to inventory was swift. Surfaces are covered with a light gray-gold patina that validates the strict originality. Obverse strike essentially complete while the reverse has a touch of weakness at the eagle's lower left facing leg. Soft satiny luster remains under a light source with some cartwheel effect on the reverse. Blemish wise, there are no issues to mention other than a tiny rim distrubance at 7:30, which is mentioned for 100% accuracy. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with conservative grading.
	1862-S	AU53	PCGS 30122001	WB-4 R3	Choice	$595	WB-4, Late Die State, Crusty Gray Patina, Choice Original Surfaces, Fully Struck, Conservative Grading, Newtown Collection. A very well preserved 1862 San Francisco struck Seated half dollar with thick crusty original gray patina. Both dies are in a late die state and heavily eroded. The obverse is without denticles and the reverse has heavy metal flow into its denticles. A closed 10x loupe inspection for wear found little. The lower leg is nicely rounded while the rub on reverse eagle feathers is limited. Strike is complete and well executed regardless of the poor die condition. Since the crusty patina is so thick, there is no luster to be had under a light source. Blemish wise, there are none. Let's call this half as conservatively graded, based on wear. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with edge view insert. An important duplicate, from the Newtown Collection, for fans of crusty originality.
	1862-S	AU50	PCGS 34348010	WB-4	Original	$425	New January 6! "Bearded Liberty", Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Creamy Light Gold Patina, Typical 1862-S Dished Obverse Strike, Accurately Graded, Cumberland County Collection. 1862 San Francisco strikes bring an atypical appearance among Seated half dollar dates. Many will be found with a dished obverse and more satiny than frosty luster. This is the case for this new offering from the Cumberland Country Collection. Both sides offer satiny luster with with creamy light yellow-gold patina on the obverse and along the reverse periphery. The WB-4 die variety is nicknamed the "Bearded Liberty" by author Bill Bugert, due to heavy die polish lines below Liberty's chin. Strike is typical with heavy erosion of the denticles. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1862-S	AU55	PCGS 28660843	WB-5 R2	Choice	$900	WB-5, Large S, Late Die State Dies, Choice Original, Gorgeous Satiny Luster, Accurately Graded, Seal Beach Collection. Since starting up the GFRC business back in 2013, I've reviewed my share of Civil War Liberty Seated halves including those struck in San Francisco. Honestly, this is one of the better example seen to date and perfect for an advanced date and mintmark set. 1862-S halves are found with three mintmark sizes and late die state strikes. This WB-5 example has a Large S mintmark and was struck from eroded dies. The result is uniform satiny luster with a hint of cartwheel effect under a bright light. Residual mint frost is plentiful and surrounds all the major devices. Surfaces are blemish free and attractive under 10x loupe. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. Another well above average offering from the Seal Beach Collection.
	1863	AU55	NGC 3422258001		Choice	$895	Challenging Civil War Date, Choice Original Surfaces, Hammered Strike, Gun Metal Gray-Blue Patina, Steely Luster, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. Let's start the description for this choice original 1863 Seated half with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. At GFRC, I see this Civil War date on a regular basis in VF and EF grades. But once reaching the AU grade level, this date is quite challenging, especially with choice original surfaces. Adding this NGC AU55 specimen, from the New Jersey Collection, is a pleasure. Steely surfaces are covered with natural gun metal gray-blue patina and still provide ample residual luster under a halogen light. Strike is hammered with high relief stars and main devices on the obverse along with full claws and arrow feathers on the reverse. Reverse steely luster is pleasing due to the lighter toning. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view and worthy of special consideration. 1863 lightly circulated Seated halves are just not seen with this quality. It takes the divest of an old collection to bring these examples to market.
	1863	EF40	PCGS 82674168		Original	$415	Difficult Civil War Date, Original Gray Patina, Fully Struck. A scarce Civil War date with limited surviving population. This offering is perfectly original with natural gray patina covering both obverse and reverse. Strike is complete with all star centrils connected along with fully detailed eagle feathers and claws. Housed in 2015 generation holder and accurately graded. Might I suggest you take a stroll to eBay and check on their offerings, surface quality and prices? My guess is that you will be back to purchase this lovely example.
	1864-S	EF45	PCGS 33228817		Original	$450	Original Old Paper Envelop Toning, Typical Strike, Accurately Grade, Pleez B. Seated Collection. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. The Alexandria consignor, Mark Mattox, passed away on April 17 and GFRC has reduced prices to St. Patrick's Day sale levels to stimulate sales and help Mark's wife Rhonda. Please consider a purchase and contact Gerry to discuss this Liberty Seated half dollar.
	1864-S	EF40	PCGS 32109927	WB-1 R2	Original	$425	WB-1, Civil War Date, Large S, Original Light Gray-Gold, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. A popular Civil War San Francisco date with mintage of 658,000. Accurately graded at the EF40 level and toned an original gray-gold. The WB-1 die varieties is easy to attribute based on the Large S that touches the olive branch. Mint frost remains in the protected areas. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. More quality duplicates from the Oregon Beaver Collection.
	1864-S	VF25	PCGS 29130702	WB-1	Original	$295	New November 24! WB-1, Large S, Original Light Gray-Gold Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Union Bridge Collection. A popular Civil War San Francisco date with mintage of 658,000. Accurately graded at the VF25 level and toned an original gray-gold. The WB-1 die variety is easy to attribute based on the Large S that touches the olive branch. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. A quality offering from the Union Bridge Collection.
	1864-S Large S	VF35	raw	WB-1 WB-101	Original	$350	Original Light Gray. A desirable Civil War year example struck at the San Francisco mint with Large S mintmark. This piece offers light gray surfaces that look perfectly original under 10x loupe. Fields and devices are essentially blemish free with some localized vedigris on Liberty's upper body. A solid and accurately graded piece for the Dansco collector.
	1865-S	EF40	PCGS 15584811		Original	$395	Original, Light Rose Patina, Typical Strike, Fairly Graded, Pleez B. Seated Collection. Housed in PCGS old blue label holder. The Alexandria consignor, Mark Mattox, passed away on April 17 and GFRC has reduced prices to St. Patrick's Day sale levels to stimulate sales and help Mark's wife Rhonda. Please consider a purchase and contact Gerry to discuss this Liberty Seated half dollar.
	1865-S	VF35	PCGS 29733632	WB-3	Original	$285	WB-3, Original Surfaces, Uniform Gray Patina, Blemish Free, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection. Civil War San Francisco strike with uniform gray patina on both sides. Fields are essentially blemish free. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. A quality Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the New Jersey Collection.
	1865-S	VF35	PCGS 29659341	WB-7d R5	Original	$325	WB-7d, Challenging Terminal Die State, Reverse Cud, Choice Surfaces, Gray-Rose Patina, Decent Strike, Accurately Graded. Terminal die state (d) as defined by Bill Bugert in his Federal Register on Liberty Seated half dollar die varieties. The reverse cud at (HA)LF is completely formed and has shelf metal appearance above the regular fields. Otherwise, the reverse is completely shattered. Surfaces are toned an uniform gray with some olive hues. A careful 10x loupe inspection revealed no blemishes worthy of mention. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. A really cool terminal die state on a Civil War S mint strike to consider.
	1866 With Motto	EF40	PCGS 36240364		Choice	$320	With Motto, Choice Original Surfaces, Light Gray-Rose Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Burchs Creek Collection . A surviving 1866 Philadelphia strike for the late Civil War period with pristine fields and surfaces. This piece is strictly original are covered with a uniform gray-rose patina. Under a light source, the fields are lightly reflective and provides a surprising amount of residual luster at the grade level. Obverse strike is complete while reverse has typical weakness at eagle's lower left leg and claws. 1862 through 1866 Philadelpha strikes are always challenging to locate when choice. Freshly graded after being removed from ANACS old white holder along with a price reduction. A quality offering from the Burchs Creek collection that is now much more attractive when graded by PCGS. No CAC attempt.
	1866-S Motto	VF25	PCGS 30933899	WB-2	Choice	$185	WB-2, Choice Original, Classic Crusty Gray Patina, Accurately Graded, So Well Preserved!. As a coin dealer, one looks at some many surviving pieces of Liberty Seated coinage across all denominations. Those floating around in dealer inventories typically have issues. But when able to purchase a carefully assembled collections, the great coins are located and brought into GFRC inventory. I really like this 1866-S Motto half at its VF25 assigned grade level. Surfaces are perfectly original with classic gray patina. Blemishes are limited to a single line between stars 12 and 13. If not for that line, a Gem quality rating would have been assigned. It makes no sense to send a coin at this value level to CAC, but if submitted, I'm sure a Green bean would be secured as so well balance. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder.
	1866-S Motto	VF30	raw	WB-6 R6	Market Acceptable	$285	Rare Bugert Variety, Light Gray, Decent Eye Appeal. This WB-6 example offers light gray patina with variety diagnostics fully present. Bisecting die crack from rim left of rock through the base is clear as is the die crack from leg into Stars 1 and 2. Accurately graded.
	1866-S Motto	VG10	raw	WB-6 R6	Original	$165	Rare Bugert Variety, Original Dark Gray Patina . An original specimen with medium to dark gray patina and no blemishes to note; just honest wear. Obverse die crack from rim left of rock through base is obvious is under a loupe.
	1866-S No Motto	VF30	PCGS 14553447	WB-1 R4	Choice	$1600	WB-1, Important No Motto Type, Choice Original, Classic Gun Metal Gray Patina, Late Die State, Accurately Graded . Always in demand as dual 1866 No Motto/Motto design type. The Civil War has ended and Reconstruction period starts with a reference to God on United States larger denomination coinage. Choice and attractive surfaces with classic gun metal gray patina. Accurately graded. Typical strike for the date with bold die clash mark in the lower right reverse shield resulting in the R4 rarity designation. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard insert. CAC approval rewards the strict originality and classic gray eye appeal. A perfect candidate for a mid grade date and mintmark set without breaking the bank.
	1867	EF40	PCGS 35611187		Choice	$305	Choice Original, Crusty Deep Gray Patina, Steely Fields, Some Luster, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded. Steely fields and crusty deep gray patina are the highlights of this lovely 1867 half. Strike is completely executed. No significant blemishes worthy of mention. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. No CAC attempt since grading and worthy of submission.
	1867-S	VF30	PCGS 84024852	WB-7	Original	$180	WB-7, Original Light Gray Patina, Typical Strike, Blemish Free, Accurately Graded. An end of Civil War San Francisco strike with mintage of slightly over 1,000,000. This example is perfectly original with blemish free surfaces and a light gray skin on both sides. Strike is well executed. There is residual verdigris in the protected areas that validates the strict originality. Fairly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1868	AU55	PCGS 32258558		Original	$765	Original Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Faint Golden Patina, Hammered Strike, Accurately Greaded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Ex. Woodlands Collection. A Reconstruction Period strike from the Philadelphia mint that offeres crisp frosty cartwheel luster and a faint golden covering of both sides. Cartwheel luster is vibrant and dances across surfaces when viewed under bright light. Strike is hammered with high relief stars and deeply impress reverse eagle devices. An original quality rating has been assigned due to faint micro ticks on Liberty's upper and lower body. These are not distracting but become evident with a 10x loupe. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. Another quality duplicate offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection.
	1868	AU53	NGC 1515177003		Original	$475	New November 26! Steely Original Surfaces, Reflective Luster, Traces of Gold Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. Limited mintage of 417,600 and available in all circulated grades. The 1868 Philadelphia, within the New Jersey Collection, offers steely fields and reflective luster. Toning is a faint gold that is easily seen at the peripheries while vieing under a light source. As with most New Jersey Collection halves, strike is well executed and complete. Accurately graded with sufficient eye appeal due to the lightly mirrored surfaces. Housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert.
	1868	AU50	PCGS 19475639		Choice	$500	Scarce Date, Dirty Original Gray Patina, Lightly Mirrored Fields, Hammered Strike, Conservative Grading, Newtown Collection. Those well versed with Liberty Seated half dollar coinage understand how challenging the 1868 date can be in most grades. This example originated from the Pleez B. Seated Collection and purchased by Newtown collector. Now this dirty gray and gold example is back since being upgraded. Strike is absolutely hammered and sure adds to the eye appeal. Grading is a tad conservative as AU50 appears to be a bit tought given the sharp characteristics of the highest points in the relief. Housed in older blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert and worthy of another advanced collection.
	1868-S	AU55	PCGS 21671105	WB-5	Original	$600	Early WB-5 Die State, Near Choice Original, Copper Gold Patina, Steely Luster, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. A pleasing 1868 San Francisco struck half dollar with copper gold obverse patina. The reverse coloring is uniform gold but with faint embedded aquamarine shades. Strike is well executed on this early die state example. The die pairing saw extensive production with many later die state examples on the market with eroded date digits. Steely luster is evident on both sides. Obverse is essentially blemish free while the reverse has a few ancient lines in the fields that are captured by GFRC images. Housed early blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. This holder dates back to the late 1990s. Another quality duplicate from the Newtown Collection.
	1869	AU55	NGC 1515177004		Choice	$475	Choice Original, Faint Peripheral Gold, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. A pleasing 1869 Philadelphia strike with rich frosty cartwheel luster. The cartwheel effects are vibrant and tickle the eyes while viewing under a light source. Surfaces are mostly untoned with faint gold coloring at the peripheries. Strike is complete with reverse eagle feathers, claws and arrow feather fully defined and crisp. Blemishes are limied to some micro chatter in the obverse fields that are consistent with the grade. Housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert. Another fine numismatic property from the New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated halves.
	1869	EF40	PCGS 35439556		Choice	$230	New December 25! Near Gem Original, Crusty Gray Patina, Fully Struck, Blemish Free, Accurately Graded. Let’s start the description for this near gem original 1869 Seated half dollar with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. This example is so well balance in terms of surfaces, strike and natural eye appeal. Crusty gray patina covers both sides. Surfaces are so choice and entirely blemish free. And finally, the strike is complete with all stars having connected centrils and full eagle claws. I can't stress enough how nice this 1869 half dollar is. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. For fans of strict originalty!
	1869-S	VF35	PCGS 32266711	WB-2 R3	Original	$235	New November 24! WB-2, Original Gray Surfaces, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Union Bridge Collection. Mintage of 656,000 but with a reasonable survival rate leading to lower pricing structure. Interestingly, GFRC has handled only one specimen in AU and none in mint state. This circulated survivor has light gray patina on both sides with the reverse being a bit darker. Strike is typical for the date. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Another Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the Union Bridge Collection.
	1870	AU Details	NGC 3422493008		Cleaned	$225	Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Mirrored Fields, Light Gold Patina, Hairlined, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. A proof like 1870 Philadelphia strike with sharp reflective luster. Unfortunately, the mirrored fields amplify field hairlines on both sides and can be seen by the trained eye. Strike is hammered and overall appearance will be found to be pleasing at the offer price.. Housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert. From the New Jersey Collection.
	1870	AU58	NGC 2576084002		Choice	$690	Original Gray-Gold Patina, Accurately Graded, Osprey Collection. Photographing darker toned Seated halves in new NGC edge view holders is always a challenge. This lovely 1870 Philadelphia is a much better and attractive specimen than illustrated with GFRC images. Accurately graded at the AU58 level with gray-gold obverse patina that shifts to central gun metal gray-blue with a pretty gold ring surrounding the stars under bright light. The reverse is just as attractive with gun metal blue being predominate under a light source. In hand inspection is definitely required to appreciate this quality offering from the Osprey Collection. Strike is also well executed throughout obverse and reverse. Housed in newer NGC holder and worthy of serious consideration.
	1870	VF25	PCGS 33172544		Choice	$145	Choice Original, Classic Old Paper Album Toning, Blemish Free, Accurately Graded. A lovely 1870 Seated half with pretty old album paper toning. Obverse is a combination of aquamarine center that shifts to gold at the periphery. Reverse has classic rose center that is well frame by a ring of sky blue at the legend. This piece is entirely blemish free with just honest wear. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1871	AU50	ANACS OWH 2689844		Original	$260	Original Gray, Reflective Surfaces, Accurately Graded, Warnerville Collection. Don't I enjoy adding strictly original Seated half dollars to inventory; especially when in old white ANACS holders. This 1871 Philadelphia strike offers nicely reflective surfaces that are covered with uniform gray patina. Adding a bright light exposes rose and blue hues. There are several fully toned over lines in the right obverse field. Previously auctioned by Heritage where is realized the current asking. Another offering from the Warnerville Collection as the consignor consolidates his collecting objectives.
	1871	EF40	raw		Choice	$185	Choice Original, Gun Metal Gray/Blue Patina, Super Example. A lovely 1871 Philadelphia strike that is perfectly original. Surfaces are covered with darker gun metal gray/blue patina. Strike is typical and blemishes are to a minimum. Ideal for a Whitman or Dansco album set.
	1871-CC	AU Details	PCGS 27446591	WB-2 R4	Cleaned	$2850	New December 5! Important Carson City Date, Cloudy White Surfaces, Hairlined Cleaning, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Murphys Collection. 1871 Carson City halves are one of the scarcest and most popular dates in the entire Liberty Seated half dollar series. Mintage is a limited 153,950 coins with most survivors having one issue or another. Truly choice original examples are rare. A quick CAC review indicates 22 total approved but most are in low circulated grades. This AU example, from the Murphys Collection, has substantial device details. Unfortunately, both sides have seen a mechanical cleaning that has left hairlines throughout the fields. Due to the cleaning, surfaces are colored a milky white with some residual reflective luster. Strike is complete. There are no other abrasions other than the hairlines. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with edge insert and priced according to the designation. Not every collector can own an AU 1871-CC half dollar considering the $7,500 to $10,000 price range. At $2,850, this example is attractively priced for the value collector and should not last long.
	1871-CC	VF35	PCGS 14689891	WB-4	Original	$2300	New January 5! Key Carson City Date, Original Surfaces, Natural Light Gray Patina, Weak Obverse Strike, Conservatively Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. One of the big four Carson City dates with a mintage of 153,940. The 1871 Carson City date is one of the scarest and most popular in the Seated half dollar series. A difficult date to find at grade levels above VG and very rare in AU. Luckily, the Cumberland County Collection is releasing a duplicate example into the market. This offering has near EF40 device details but was probably net graded to VF35 due to the weak upper obverse strike. Surfaces are fully original with a natural light gray patina. A well preserved specimen with no blemishes other than one divot in the right obverse field that is toned over. Conservatively graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. An important offering that is worthy of special consideration. Fairly priced too.
	1871-S	EF40	PCGS 80614597	WB-6	Choice	$160	WB-6, Choice Original, Pleasing Gray-Brown Patina, Some Residual Luster, Blemish Free, Accurately Graded. A quality 1871 WB-6 San Francisco strike that is so well preserved. Both sides are covered with a uniform gray-brown patina that remains semi-transparent to residual underlying luster. A decent strike and surprisingly blemish free at the assigned grade level. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Previoulsy sold into a collection during March 2016 and recently purchased for a second GFRC inventory appearance.
	1871-S	AU50	PCGS 2755557	WB-7 R3	Original	$325	WB-7, Original, Light Golden Gray Patina, Residual Luster, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Whiskey Run Collection. A near choice 1871 WB-7 San Francisco struck example with semi transparent golden gray patina. Residual luster is vibrant with some cartwheel effects. Strike is fully executed. Bright light inspection revealed creamy golden luster that is pleasing. PCGS grading is accurate. Housed in early blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert and embossed PCGS emblem on reverse. A quality Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the Whiskey Run Collection.
	1872-CC	EF40	PCGS 32656358	WB-1	Choice	$2250	WB-1, Carson City Date, Above Average Eye Appeal, Choice Original, Natural Gray Patina, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. A well balanced 1872 Carson City strike that offers above average eye appeal. A first glance, one might wonder why only an EF40 grade was assigned. Strike is completely executed with raised outer lines on the scroll that one associates with EF45 wear. A uniform gray patina covers both obverse and reverse. Under a bright light, there are traces of steely light gray luster. Obverse rim remains sharp. A 10x loupe inspection reveals no blemishes whatsoever. Overall a choice original example that would fit nicely in an EF/AU themed date and mintmark set. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A quality Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the Newtown Collection.
	1872-CC Large CC	VF35	PCGS 18199771	WB-7 R4	Original	$1675	WB-7, Difficult Carson City Date, Original Gun Metal Gray Surfaces, Oregon Beaver Collection. A strictly original 1872 Carson City strike that was been well preserved for modern day collectors to enjoy. Ex Virginia Collection and sold into the Oregon Beaver Collection during November 2015 and now back for a second apperance. Surfaces are toned an even gun metal gray with some intermixed golden hues. Obverse strike is a tad weak on the scroll and other LIberty devices but stars have connected centrils. Blemish wise, there is one faint and toned over reverse line by CA in AMERICA and is not distracting. Overall, a very solid 1872-CC offering that is affordable. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. A quality offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection
	1873 No Arrows Closed 3	AU58	NGC 1900174003		Choice	$725	No Arrows, Closed 3. Mirrored Surfaces, Watery Reflective Luster, Light Gold Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. If searching for a distinctive 1873 No Arrows half dollar, Closed 3 of course, then please consider this impressive specimen from the New Jersey Collection. Definitely an atypical strike with mirrored fields and watery reflective luster. Surfaces are toned a light gold with darker shades at the peripheries. Strike is well executed overall with only stars 7 and 8 lacking connected centrils. The heavily mirrored fields have a few wispy hairlines as seen under a halogen light. There is an ancient line in the lower right obverse field that must be mentioned. Housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert.
	1873 No Arrows Closed 3	VF35	PCGS 22015234	WB-103	Original	$225	No Arrows, Closed 3. Original Gray Surfaces, Well Struck, Accurately Graded. Mintage of 587,000 with the Closed 3 date punch being the only affordable No Arrows variety of that year. Survival rate is relatively low with only 32 examples certified by PCGS in all VF grades (VF20 - VF35). This strictly original example is covered with crusty gray patina on both sides. Strike is well executed. Fields have some faint micro chatter resulting in the Original quality rating. Fairly graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert.
	1873 No Arrows Open 3	EF45	NGC 3652084002		Original	$8000	A Substantial Liberty Seated Half Dollar Rarity, Original Surfaces, Thick Crusty Gray-Brown Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Seal Beach Collection. The 1873 Open 3, No Arrows Liberty Seated half is a formidable rarity. In A Guidebook of Liberty Seated Coins, Q. David Bowers writes the following concerning this rarity, "Mintage figures were estimated years ago as 587,000 Closed 3 coins and 214,200 Open 3 coins from the Philadelphia Mint before arrows were added besides the date. These figures seem to have been guesses and seem to have no validity.....With a collective total of 801,800 coins of both varieties produced from five total dies (a single set for Open 3), one might speculate that the actual Open 3 mintage is much lower and below estimated mintage. Beyond that, it is believed that many of these were melted upon institution of the new weight standard that took effect April 1, 1873, perhaps accounting for rarity and high value." This GFRC offering is covered with thick crusty gray-brown patina and is fully original. Well struck with interesting die pits throughout Liberty's upper body area. There are several ancient and completely toned over marks in the right obverse field and at the base of the pole. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and worthy of an advanced date and mintmark set. A major duplicate offering from the Seal Beach Collection. Hurry on this one as major rarities typically do not last within GFRC inventory.
	1873-CC Small CC With Arrows	VF25	PCGS 24148500	WB-3 R4	Original	HOLD $1195	WB-3, Strictly Original, Medium Gray Patina, Rare Date, Accurately Graded. Original medium gray patina covers both the obverse and reverse surfaces. Reverse is well struck and presents strong eagle feathers for the assigned VF25 grade while the obverse has VF wear. Housed in 2012 PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert.
	1874 With Arrows	AU58	NGC 639199004		Choice	$700	New November 26! With Arrows Type, Choice Original, Glowing Orange-Gold Cartwheel Luster, Completely Struck, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. A wonderful 1874 With Arrows type offering that should be immediately considered. Fiery orange-gold patina glows under a light source. Cartwheel luster is active and somewhere between frosty and steely. Strike is hammered with high relief devices throughout obverse and reverse. Surfaces are entirely blemish free. Accurately graded and housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert. An eye appeal type coin offering from the fine collection of New Jersey Liberty Seated half dollars. If you like the GFRC images, then the half will be even better on arrival. Don't wait on this offering....trust me.
	1874 With Arrows	EF45	raw		Cleaned	$235	Light Gray, Old Cleaning, Retoned. This is indeed an attractive piece in hand with even silver gray appearance at the assigned grade level. But close inspection of the fields reveals faint hairlines indicative of an old cleaning. The piece is quite reflective under bright light as a result.
	1874 With Arrows	AU58	PCGS 33596990	WB-102	Original	$685	New December 24! With Arrows Type, Frosty White Cartwheel Luster, Completely Struck, Accurately Graded, Twins Lakes Collection. Perfect 1874 With Arrows type coin possibility and so close to mint state. Brilliant luster produces substantial cartwheels under a light source. Surfaces are untoned and frosty. This attractive example is completely struck with bold rounded stars and complete reverse eagle feathers and claws. Blemishes are limited to light chatter in the right obverse field. A near choice original offering from the Twins Lakes Collection that is housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1874-CC	VF35	PCGS 11311983	WB-3	Original	$4500	New January 5! Carson City Key Date, Original Surfaces, Attractive Rose-Aquamarine Obverse Toning, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. The Liberty Seated half dollar series key date outside of the 1873 NA Open 3 and 1878-S! Luckily for GFRC customers, the Cumberland County Collection is releasing an attractive VF35 example. An entirely blemish free specimen with obverse toning that probably originated from being in contact with felt pad for years. Obverse center is a lovely rose-orange and surrounded by aquamarine-gold on the left periphery and steely gray on the right. Reverse toning is limited to burnt gold throughout the legend. Strike is well executed with all stars having connected centrls other than stars 12 and 13. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Another important opportunity for avanced collectors to secure a key date divestment at a fair price.
	1875-CC	VF30	PCGS 13288046	WB-2 R4	Choice	HOLD $385	New December 5! Near Gem Original, Stunning Circulated Cameo Eye Appeal, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Murphys Collection. Let's start the description for this gorgeous 1875-CC WB-2 offering with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. I'm in love with the dark gray fields and overall circulated cameo eye appeal. Surfaces are fully choice with no blemishes worthy of mention. If you like this offering per the GFRC images, then the piece in hand will be even more stunning. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. A quality offering from the Murphys Collection. Hurry on this one as I don't expect it to last long on the price list.
	1875-S	AU58	PCGS 83057585		Original	$385	New December 27! Golden-Lavendar Patina, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Near Choice Original Surfaces, Typical Strike, Light Rub, Twins Lakes Collection. A most attractive 1875 San Francisco strike that provides frosty cartwheel luster from lightly toned surfaces. Obverse toning is pale gold with embedded lavendar and aquamarine while the reverse features peripheral gold. Strike is typical with stars 1, 2, 12 , and 13 lacking centrils. A well hidden obverse line is seen from Liberty's head to cap. Outside of this single line this piece would receive a Choice quality rating. A near choice original offering from the Twins Lakes Collection that is housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1875-S	AU50	raw		Original	$225	Original, Light Gray/Rose Patina, Attractive. An original example that is accurately graded. There is ample luster remaining with a light gray and rose patina across the obverse and more even light gray covering the reverse. Strike is full with all star centril well defined and full hair curls. Surfaces have a few random micro ticks while some faint hairlines are visible between wings and scroll on the reverse. These blemishes are not distracting, rather mentioned for completeness.
	1875-S	VF30	PCGS 84024856	WB-2 WB-104 R4	Original	$175	WB-104, WB-2, Small Wide S, Original Olive Gray, R4 Rarity, Accurately Graded, Seal Beach Collection. Ex. Half Way There Collection. A scarce mintmark size varity according to Bugert and listed as WB-104 and WB-2. This is a no question original example with olive-gray toning that is uniform across obverse and reverse. Well struck considering the VF30 level surface wear. A closed 10x loupe inspection reveal one toned over line on the upper right reverse that is mentioned for accuracy. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with label reading "Small Wide S WB-104". An important Liberty Seated half dollar die variety offering from the Seal Beach Collection.
	1876	AU58	NGC 110969007		Choice	$325	New November 29! Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Faint Gold Peripheral Toning, Choice Original Surfaces, Lightly Rusted Dies, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. Brilliant frosty cartwheel luster is the highlight of this choice original 1876 Philadelphia strike. Strict originality is immediately evident with frosty devices, fields, and expected coloring. Faint peripheral gold toning adds charm and nicely frames the natural golden-white centers. Strike is well executed from lightly rusted dies. Faint rub is seen at the usual first wear points. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. A quality offering from the New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated halves. Worthy of special consideration.
	1876	AU50	PCGS 05768383		Choice	$215	Choice Original, Crusty Gray-Brown Patina, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. A crusty original Philadelphia strike with choice surfaces. Gray-brown patina is uniform throughout obverse and reverse. Strike is complete with rounded stars and full reverse devices. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder. A quality duplicate offering from the Newtown Collection that needs to find a new home in another Liberty Seated half dollar collection.
	1876	EF40	PCGS 29268733		Original	$155	Original Ebony/Gray, Birmingham Collection. Uniform ebony/gray patina covers both obverse and reverse. Liberty and the eagles are a tad lighter leading to nice contrast and eye appeal. There are a few tiny blemishes on the obverse but fully tone over and of no consequence. Rims are fully problem free. Accurately graded and housed in new PCGS reverse hologram holder. An attractive piece worth considering as a type coin.
	1876	VG10	PCGS 30709025	WB-106 FS-301	Original	$425	Large over Small Date WB-106, FS-301, Rare Variety, Original Gray. A rare double date variety first listed by Wiley and Bugert in their Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Half Dollars. Since the Wiley/Bugert announcement in the early 1990s, few examples have surfaced with Bugert current indicating that ~ 12 pieces are known in all grades. This example offers strong diagnostics within the upper loop of the 8 digit and within the loop of the 6 digit. Surfaces are toned a light gray with no blemishes to note. The dark spot by star 6 is verdigris. Recently graded and housed in 2014 style PCGS holder. An opportunity for the Liberty Seated half dollar variety specialist to acquire this challenging variety. PCGS holder label captures the variety as "Lg/Sm Date - FS301 WB-106 (FS-007.4)"
	1876 Large Over Small Date	AU55	PCGS 04746088	WB-106, FS-301	Choice	$4750	New December 4! Large over Small Date WB-106, FS-301, Second Finest Example Graded, Mirrored Obverse, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Choice Original, Accurately Graded, An Anonymous Consignor. GFRC is pleased to present the second finest known example of the Large over Small Date 1876 die variety! An extremely rare double date variety first listed by Wiley and Bugert in their Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Half Dollars (DLRC Press). Since the Wiley/Bugert announcement in the early 1990s, few examples have surfaced with Bugert current indicating that approximately twelve (12) pieces are known in all grades. This AU55 graded example offers strong diagnostics with the regular half dollar date punch properly placed over the erroneous double dime date punch undertype. The undertype is clearly visible in the upper loop of the final 8 digit. The earlier 6 digit can still be seen behind the final 6 digit. This outstanding example has a boldly mirrored obverse that emits serious reflective cartwheel luster. The reverse fields have a frosty texture with ample cartwheel luster. Peripheral gold nicely frames the untoned centers on both sides. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. The PCGS label captures the die variety as follows; Lg/Sm Date FS-301 (FS-007.4). An opportunity for the serious Liberty Seated half dollar variety specialist to acquire this challenging variety as cherrypicking one could take decades of searching. From an anonymous consignor who purchased the finest known example (AU58) from GFRC.
	1876-CC	EF45	raw	WB-102	Choice	New Price $350	Medium CC, Strongly Mirrored Fields, Light Gray-Gold, Accurately Graded, San Jose Collection. Medium CC mintmark size. A lovely 1876 Carson City strike with prooflike fields producing strong mirrors under a bright light. Strike is essentially complete with ample device details for attribution. There are a host of 1876-CC WB-102 die pairings and I will leave this challenge up to the buyer. Surfaces are blemish free and covered with thin light gray patina that includes faint gold at the rims. A quality 1876 Carson City half from the San Jose Collection.
	1876-CC	VF30	raw	WB-108, WB-35 R4	Market Acceptable	New Price $525	Misplaced 8 in Denticles, Light Gray, Long Ago Clean, Accurately Graded, San Jose Collection. One of the many 1876-CC die pairings but easily identified as WB-35 by the top of a misplaced 8 digit in the denticles. Accurately graded with light gray-gold surfaces that have seen a long ago and now recovering. A decent example for the variety. From the San Jose Collection of Carson City Seated halves.
	1876-CC	EF45	PCGS 26777503	WB-5 R3	Choice	$515	WB-5, Small CC, Choice Original, Crusty Gray-Brown Patina, Decent Strike, Worn PCGS Holder, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Thick crusty gray brown cover the surfaces of this choice original 1876 WB-5 Carson City strike. Residual luster is evident when viewing under a bright light with the reverse shifting to lovely golden hues. Obverse toning is quite thick and mutes most of the available luster. Strike is complete with all stars having connected centrils and the lower reverse eagle leg and claws being nicely defined. Small CC mintmarks are used for the WB-5 die pairing. Housed in 2013 transitional PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert. This holder is worn and made the photography process difficult with editing of several holder spots. A strong duplicate from the Oregon Beaver Collection as 1876-CC halves are always in demand and don't last long on the GFRC price list.
	1876-S	AU53	PCGS 36319744	WB-42 WB-103 R6	Choice	$5000	New January 17! WB-103, Rare Type 2 Reverse with Very Small S Mintmark, R6 Rarity, Mirrored Fields, Peripheral Toning, Conservative Grading, An Anonymous Consignor. GFRC is thoroughly pleased to be offering an important Liberty Seated half dollar die variety rarity; 1876-S WB-42 WB-103 Type 2 (Closed Bud) reverse with a Very Small Mintmark. This is an R6 rarity die marriage that captures the introduction of a new reverse hub design during 1876. All known high grade specimens have mirrored surfaces as is the case for this lovely example. Absolutely fresh to market and freshly graded at the FUN show for a consignor. Expert Liberty Seated numismatists believe this variety was specially struck to commemorate the nation's Centennial celebrations given the atypical mirrored fields. Hammered strike consistent with that seen on regular proof strikes. Light peripheral gold is found on both sides. Currently, the fourth finest known among the major Liberty Seated half dollar specialists within the LSCC. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Price setting for a variety of this caliber is difficult. If the asking price is not consistent with expectations, then please make an offer as this piece is here to sell.
	1876-S	G04	PCGS 30685563	WB-42 WB-103 R6	Choice	$475	WB-103, WB-42, Closed Bud Very Small S, Choice Original, Circulated Cameo Eye Appeal, Honest Wear, Seal Beach Collection. Ex. Half Way There Collection. A rare die marriage with 1876 Type 2 reverse San Francisco strike. Up until 1992, only this die pairing was known for the Type 2 reverse. Afterwards, Randy Wiley discovered a second Type 2 reverse die for this date. Given the rarity, this example offers substantial eye appeal at the assigned G04 grade. Rose-gray patina covers the field while the main devices are have a light coloring. Rims are bold and blemishes are minimal. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with "Type 2 Reverse WB-103" on the label. An important Liberty Seated half dollar die variety offering from the Seal Beach Collection.
	1876-S	AU50	PCGS 27575759	WB-9	Choice	$245	WB-9, Micro S, Huge Obverse Lump, Choice Original, Crusty Gray Brown Patina, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded. An attractive example of the 1876-S Micro S WB-9 die variety with large die lump on the right side of the obverse shield. A strictly original example with thick crusty gray-brown patina on both sides. There is plenty of residual luster under a light source but somewhat muted by the toning. This example comes with a nice full strike. Accurately graded and housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with edge view insert. Previoulsy sold into a collection during May 2015 and recently purchased for a second GFRC inventory appearance.
	1877	AU58	NGC 1667399003		Original	$325	New November 29! Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Untoned Original Surfaces, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, New Jersey Collection of Liberty Seated Halves. Brilliant frosty luster is the highlight of this lovely 1877 Seated half dollar from the Nre Jersey Collection. Cartwheel luster is vibrant and active. Strike is well executed. Surfaces are untoned, most likely from a quick dip to remove any traces of color. Both obverse and reverse dies are heavily clashed. Accurately graded and housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to late 1990s. A wonderful example for those who like their Liberty Seated halves with bold luster.
	1877	AU58	PCGS 84603237		Original	$325	New December 27! Steely Cartwheel Luster, Metallic Pewter Toning, Well Struck, Twins Lakes Collection. Pewter-gray patina overlays steely fields. Under a light source, the steely cartwheel luster is quite dominant as the toning melts away. Strike is complete. Obverse fields have patches of faint porosity under a 10x loupe. A pleasing offering from the Twins Lakes Collection that is housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
	1877	EF45	PCGS 80642173		Choice	$195	Near Gem Original, Gorgeous Bright Light Eye Appeal, Light Gray Centers, Sky Blue Peripheries, Well Struck, Accurately Graded. A wonderful 1877 Philadelphia strike with super bright light eye appeal. This one is heading to CAC in the next submission if not immediately sold. In hand appearance is that of gray patina with darker shades at the periphery. But when placing under a light source, those darker shades melt into pretty sky blue rings. A well executed strike adds to the eye appeal. A near gem original presevation state. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Previoulsy sold into a collection during July 2016 and recently purchased for a second GFRC inventory appearance. Don't let this one pass you by.
	1877-CC	VF35	PCGS 10461698	WB-11 R4	Choice	$345	CSA Issue, Bisecting Date/Speared Olive Bud Die Pairing, Choice Original, Crusty Gray-Ebony Patina, . A superior 1877-CC WB-11 example that Bill Bugert considers to be R4 rarity for the die pairing. Surfaces are 100% original with natural gray and ebony patina. Overall strike is well executed on both sides. A 10x loupe inspection failed to locate any defects or blemishes. Overall a wholesome 1877-CC Seated half dollar offering that belongs in an advanced collection. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Originally from the Murphys Collection and back at GFRC for a second appearance.
	1877-S	EF45	raw		Choice	$180	Choice Original, Classic Crusty Gray Patina, Blemish Free, Well Struck, YLee Coyote Collection. GFRC images speak for themselves concerning this choice original 1877 San Francisco strike. Crusty gray-brown patina covers both sides of the coin with no blemishes worthy of mention. Well struck also. A perfect Liberty Seated half dollar type coin for a Dansco album based type set. From the YLee Coyote Collection.
	1877-S	EF45	PCGS 26674000	WB-29 R3	Choice	$185	WB-29, Choice Original, Gray Patina, Woodlands Collection. This is one of those coins where the GFRC images are plain horrible for the in hand and bright light quality. I like this piece due to the strictly original surfaces and the bright light performance. Under lighting, this piece appears to be full AU with ample luster reflecting through the transparent patina. Strike is full and there are a few fully toned over blemishes on the reverse that that bother me at all. The primary reasons for selecting this common date half are originality and bright light eye appeal. Housed in 2012 generation PCGS blue holder with edge view insert.
	1878	G06	PCGS 84040628		Original	$50	Original Surfaces, Full Rims, Uniform Gray Toning. Completely Blemish Free. Pocket Piece?. Another well worn Liberty Seated half dollar that was probably a pocket piece due to uniform wear, original toning and absolutely no blemishes. Full rims are evident on both sides. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder and priced to sell.
	1881	PF62	ANACS OWH 826821	WB-101	Choice	$950	New December 6! WB-101, Undergraded, Strong Mirrors, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Rose-Blue Patina, Substantial Eye Appeal, Dr. Glenn Peterson Collection. I really like this 1881 proof Liberty Seated half dollar offering from the Dr. Glenn Peterson Collection and believe the buyer will be thoroughly pleased. Bright light viewing reveals an undergraded situation while in its current ANACS PF62 old white holder. Liberty Seated proof coinage graded at current standards will have some type of serious or distraction impairment at the PF62 grade level This is not the case with this 1881 half. Mirrors are sharp and emit serious reflective cartwheel luster under a bright light. Obverse patina is fairly thick with gray-rose coloring and peripheral blues. On the otherhand, the reverse patina is mostly blue coloring and thin. As a result, the mirrored fields emit stunning reflective luster that could be blinding if the light source is too powerful. I'm not joking or exaggerating! With a 10x loupe, I see a few micro wispy hairlines in the right obverse field that are more consitent with a PF63 grade level. In summary, this Dr. Glenn Peterson offering is well above average in quality for the assigned grade and should be immediately scooped up by a knowledgeable collector.
	1883	PR67	PCGS 28450031		Gem	New Price $7000	New January 6! FUN Show Price Reduction! One of Finest 1883 Proofs Halves, Superb Gem Original, Watery Mirrors, Rose-Blue Patina, Ft. Lauderdale Collection. CoinFacts Plate Coin for PF67 Grade Level. Lovely blue and lilac toning on both sides combines with shimmering reflectivity from the watery mirrored fields. Surfaces are of pristine quality consistent with the assigned grade level. Only 1,039 proof pieces were struck and this piece stands out as one of the absolute finest known. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A substantial offering from the Ft. Lauderdale Collection that belongs in a superior Liberty Seated dollar proof collection. Having a CoinFacts plate coin in one's collection is always a great numismatic conversation starter.
	1884	VF30	PCGS 32920355		Original	$700	Low Mintage Philadelphia Date, Original Gray Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, YL Coyote Collection. 1884 Philadephia strikes were limited to 4,400 piece; a tiny number. Most surviving examples will be found in the mint state grades and at much higher asking price than this original VF30 example. PCGS has only graded two at the VF30 level and another 8 at VF35. Surfaces are covered with even light silver gray patina. Strike is well executed as are most for the low mintage Philly dates. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Another quality duplicate from the YL Coyote Collection.
	1886	MS63	PCGS 21351040		Choice	$1650	Low Mintage Date, Choice Original, Mirrored Fields, Brilliant Reflective Luster, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. The end of the Liberty Seated half dollar series presents a challenge to most date and mintmark collectors. Mintages drop off dramatically from 1879 through 1890 with mint state examples being more available that circulated pieces. The price curve from EF through Mint State, for these dates, is quite flat and collectors should carefully consider their acquisitions strategy. In many cases, a mint state example may only cost a few dollars more than an AU specimen. Offered here is an lovely 1886 Philadelphia strike that is housed in 2000 era PCGS blue label holder. This is a fully original example with mirrored fields. The mirrors are surprisingly brilliant under a light source. As is the case with mirrored fields, any micro hairlines or blemish is amplified therefore these types of surfaces presents a challenge for obtaining higher grade levels. Old toning will hide many defects but mirrored fields will just amplify those same defects. Strike is well executed with only stars 8 through 10 lacking connected centrils. Grading is accurate and fair. An important offering from the Newtown Collection for those difficult to fill later dates in a Seated half dollar set.
	1888	MS64	NGC 2583374004		Choice	$1750	Low Mintage Philadelphia Date, Dazzling Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Choice Original Surfaces, Fully Struck, Clashed Dies, Accurately Graded . Mintage for the 1888 date is a low 12,000 pieces with most examples being proof-like or with highly reflective luster. This gorgeous example bucks the trend and offers frosty original surfaces. Mint frost is evident throughout the obverse and reverse fields and within the recesses of the major devices. Bright light viewing is most pleasing with dazzling carthweel effects as one swirls the half dollar to rotate the cartwheels like spokes on a moving tire. Surfaces are no question original and without any hairlines whatsoever. Many of the MS64s, on the market, that are deeply toned will sometimes hide hairlines. This example has a light gold skin with darker shades at the periphery. The transparent toning exposure every conceivable blemish under a light source. A careful 10c loupe review revealed two obverse bagmarks that are grade limiting else this piece would reside in an MS65 holder. This piece is therefore fairly graded but with substantial eye appeal. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	1888	MS64	PCGS 50177080		Choice	$1750	Rare Business Strike Date, Choice Original, Mirrored Fields, Accurately Graded, Seal Beach Collection. One of the Philadelphia date issues from the low mintage period of 1879 through 1890. The 1888 features a low mintage of 12,000 but with a high survival rate in mint state. The MS64 grade level is the ideal value point as MS65 brings a price doubling. In MS63, I would expect too many hairlines as most example come with proof like fields and hairlines become too distracting. This lovely example offers brilliant reflective luster from mirrored fields. The overall appearance is consistent with the MS65 grade level but there is small chatter spot in the right obverse field that warrants the assigned MS64 grade. This is always the issue with heavily mirrored business strikes; any surface aberrations are amplified by the proof fields. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Another quality Liberty Seated half dollar duplicate from the Seal Beach Collection.
	1888	EF40	PCGS 34353253		Original	$700	New January 6! Scarce Late Low Mintage Date, Steely Surfaces, Light Gray Coloring, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. A scarce late date issue with mintage of only 12,000. Overall coloring is a light gray with the obverse being just a tad too bright for being strictly original. Well struck and typical for the date. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A new offering from the Cumberland County Collection.
	1889	MS65	PCGS 32758612		Gem	$4250	Superb Gem, Late Date Low Mintage, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Light Pastel Toning, Substantial Eye Appeal, Newtown Collection. What a pleasure handling this superb gem to close out the June 2018 Newtown Collection consignment. Let's start the description with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation even at the PCGS MS65 grade level as this is a stunning piece. Obverse is lightly mirrored with vibrant reflective cartwheel luster. The luster interacts well with a multitude of pastel colors that include gold, aquamarine, green, rose and blues. The available colors are a function the viewing angle under a light source and believe me, there are multiple color options to enjoy just while resting on my office desk. The reverse surfaces are frosty, as compared to the obverse and mostly a faint lilac silver gray with gold at the periphery. Strike is completely executed with all devices nicely impressed. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A magnificent gem from the Newtown Collection for the serious student of the Liberty Seated half dollar series.
	1889	AU58	raw		Market Acceptable	$1000	Low Mintage Date, Creamy Cartwheel Luster, Hammered Strike, Seal Beach Collection. At first glance one would assume this lustrous 1889 half would receive a Choice quality rating due to the creamy cartwheel luster and hammered strike. Prior to the 1980, old time collectors would have loved to own this example. In today's technical grading environment, this piece probably will not certify due to minor obverse hairlines in the upper left field and below the claws on the reverse. As a result of this blemishes, a Market Acceptable quality rating has been assigned but please consider the overall eye appeal against the asking price. The 1889 Seated half dollar date was struck in a 10 year timespan when Philadelphia strike totals dropped dramatically. This date has a tiny mintage of 12,000 and is always in demand. Offer in raw condition and an attractive consignment from the Seal Beach collection. Ideal for a high grade Dansco or Whitman album set.
	1889	VF35	PCGS 34353254		Original	$725	New January 6! Scarce Late Low Mintage Date, Original Surfaces, Attractive Gray-Olive Patina, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Cumberland Country Collection. A scarce late date issue that every Liberty Seated half dollar date and mintmark set collection needs to purchase. I like this 1889 VF35 example due to natural surfaces and lovely gray-olive patina that screams originality. Darker peripheral toning nicely frames the lighter centers. Strike is typical for the date. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A duplicate offering from the Cumberland County Collection that is worth of consideration.
	1891	MS64	NGC 4220405011		Gem	$1600	Gem Rainbow Toning, Bright Light Eye Appeal. All I can say about this outstanding better date Seated half is "WOW". This is a FUN show purchased that walked up to the table and how could I say no? GFRC images accurately capture the in hand appearance while viewing under bright light exposes blooming luster and the rainbow toning. Under bright light, the obverse center offers rose/gold hues that transition into blue, gold and aquamarine arcs at the rim. The reverse is quite similar. There is some weakness at stars 7 and 8 which is non consequential given the overall eye appeal. Housed in pre 2015 generation NGC edge view holder. Definitely a piece for an advanced collection.
	1891	VF25	PCGS 28418342		Choice	$160	Better Date, Choice Original, Delineated Rose-Blue Coloring, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded, Pleasing and Attractive. Collectors often don't realized that 1891 Liberty Seated halves are a better date with low mintage of only 200,000. I've found this date to always be in demand when choice. This example offers attractive eye appeal and ample device details at the asdigned VF25 grade. Surface are choice with delineated rose-blue area under a light source while in hand viewing bring about more of a consistent gray coloring. Strike is typical with heavy die clashing on both sides. Blemishes are limited to a few field micro ticks consistent with the grade. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with edge view insert.