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

There are 57 Coins for Sale. Most recent coin added on June 1, 2023

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
	1856	EF40	PCGS 36937416	WB-103	Original	HOLD $195	Spiked 1, Challenging Die Variety, Original Light Gray, Accurately Graded. A well preserved WB-103 Spiked 1 example for your consideration. Original surfaces are toned a light gray with embedded gold during bright light viewing. A "spike" protrudes from the upper right top of the 1 digit. Accurately graded and housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. Previously from the Dr. Glenn Peterson's Dansco album collection.
	1856-O	AU50	PCGS 25799718	WB-14	Choice	HOLD $450	Repunched 56, Choice Original, New Jersey Collection.. This piece offers exceptional luster for the grade, with active cartwheels easily evident as the coin is tilted. Silver and gray shades cover both sides, a bit more heavily on the reverse. Strike is typical, with a couple soft stars and the left claw joints blending together. WB-14, with a repunched date and clash in the reverse shield. The PCGS price guide is $350, and this flashy example represents "a lot of coin for the money." Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1856-O Doubled Date	MS64	PCGS 82121536	WB-102 WB-9	Choice	$2750	Doubled Date, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. A premium Mint State offering from the Oregon Beaver Collection with boldly repunched date. The initial date punch was entered with a pronounced upward slant, then partially effaced and correctly re-entered. The variety is not labeled on the PCGS insert. Surfaces are choice with medium golden-brown and jade-green surrounding stars and date area. A lustrous and boldly struck near Gem example with splendidly mark-free fields and devices. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1856-S	VG08	PCGS 34989661		Choice	$300	New April 24! Second Year Issue, Natural Gray Patina, Choice at Grade. Locating problem free examples of the initial 1855 and 1856 San Francisco half dollar dates can be challenging as nearly all circulated heavily along with being mistreated. This Sooner Collection 1856-S half is a choice lower grade example with natural coin gray toning. Fields are very well preserved and essentially mark free given the heavy amount of circulation. An inexpensive example for a date and mintmark set until a choice higher grade example can be located. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1857-O	VF25	PCGS 19616246		Choice	$175	Thick Crusty Golden-Gray Patina, Steely Fields, Choice Surfaces, New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder. Full description will be added if not sold at the Spring 2023 Whitman Baltimore. This piece is immediately available via price list.
	1858	MS64	PCGS 29710258		Choice	$1750	Granular Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, Light Gold, Near-Gem, Newtown Collection. How I enjoy handling Mint State silver coinage with granular frosted luster and light toning. This Newtown duplicate offers "sparkling" luster during angled light viewing along with pleasing cartwheel action. Overall coloring is a light gold with deeper hues at the rim. Strike is essentially complete with only the left leg eagle feathers being partial. A near-gem with all the right visual credentials. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1858	AU53	NGC 4254198014		Choice	HOLD $325	New May 15! Steely Fields, Light Gun Metal Blue-Gray, Well Struck. 1858 Philadelphia mintage amounted to a tad over four millions strikes, a substantial quantity that renders this date as ideal for type. This newly acquired example exhibits steely fields that are cover with gun metal blue-gray toning Under a bright light, I see a reasonable amount of residual luster that is consistent with the certified grade. Strike is close to complete while the surfaces are essentially unabraded. An ideal candidate as a type coin and fairly priced. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1858	EF45	PCGS 36240363	WB-101	Gem	$350	New May 7! Gem Original, Saw Mill Run 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. Previously from the Bruchs Creek Collection and housed in ANACS AU53 old white holder. Now housed PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. A classic example of a perfectly original Liberty Seated half dollar.
	1858-O	EF45	PCGS 39191262	WB-6	Choice	$795	Quadrupled Second 8, Residual Frosted Luster, Choice Surfaces, Newtown Collection. An important 1858-O die variety with at least quadrupled punching of the second 8 digit. Remnants of prior punches are seen in the upper loop, between the based and top loop, and two additional punches to the right of the digit. Were late hours and/or alcohol a factor here? Not only is the variety exciting, but the host piece is fully choice. Though certified as an EF45, this half dollar strike presents substantial amounts of mint frost and resulting luster. Surfaces are 100% original with a light natural gray patina. Worthy of a CAC submission by the new owner as this piece has many attributes of those pieces graded AU50. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1858-O	AU53	PCGS 34971000	WB-7	Choice	$480	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Seated half dollar die variety specialist will note the errant 8 digit found within the base of the rock that marks the WB-7 die pairing. A choice example with steely reflective fields that align well with the certified grade. Obverse pewter-gray contains additional shades of embedded gold. The reverse skin is lighter gray which allows increased luster and cartwheel action. Surfaces a fully choice and unabraded. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1859	AU58	PCGS 46128683		Choice	HOLD $650	New June 1! Steely-Frosted Luster, Noteworthy Appeal, Bold Strike, Choice Overall, Palos Verdes Collection. Fans of brilliant frosted luster on their Seated halves should promptly consider this compelling 1859 strike at the AU58 grade level. A pleasing example with a hint of gold toning at the upper obverse. Strike is nearly complete with only stars 7 and 8 lacking fully defined center points. Light field chatter precludes CAC approval, otherwise the overall eye appeal is all there. Fairly priced for the overall quality. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1859	AU55	NGC 4885069010		Choice	$400	New May 10! Old Time Eye Appeal, Golden-Gray Toning, Steely Fields. Let's go with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation for this above average 1859 half. This is a piece that I would not hesitate to send to CAC for evaluation as that nice. However, the economics are currently not compelling. 'Superb" best describes the presentation as the golden-gray toning is enhance by steely fields and undistracted luster. Under a bright light, the obverse shifts to rose-gray while the reverse shows a predominance of gold. Fields are essentially unabraded while the top obverse strike has weakness. I love this survivor and you will too! Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1859	AU53	NGC 6601648010		Original	HOLD $300	New April 11! Better Philly Date, Steely Reflective Fields, Light Gold. Taken in on trade at the Manchester NH show, this better Philly date offers muted steely fields and some reflective luster. Probably dipped at one point with light golden toning at this point. Attractively priced. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1859-O	AU53	NGC 3586801003		Choice	$425	Steely Fields, Brown-Gray Patina, Unquestionably Choice, Sooner Collection.. Steely fields and brownish-gray toning are immediately evident for this 1859 dated half. A 10x check revealed pristine fields that are sure to delight. Strike is typical for the issue. The New Orleans mint produced 2,834,000 Seated halves that year leading to potential as a type coin. Whether working on circulated halves set or seeking type, this Sooner Collection offering should fit in nicely. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	1859-O	EF45	NGC 2576161001		Choice	$225	New April 24! Darker Coin Gray Patina, Bold Devices, Choice EF45+, Ex. Sooner Collection. An EF45+ 1859-O Seated half that should garner immediate attention. Surfaces are covered with darker coin gray patina. Strike is hammered resulting in bold motifs. A few obverse marks are well hidden. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. The holder has plastic wear at the date and at STA(TES OF) on the reverse that results in a light haze during the photography process.
	1859-S	EF45	PCGS 46128684	WB-4	Original	$435	New June 1! Partially Mirrored Fields, Light Wear, Untoned, Palos Verdes Collection. The Palos Verdes consignor is a fan of brilliant luster whether from partially mirrored or frosted surfaces. Though certified as an EF45, this 1859-S WB-4 still retains its reflectance from partially mirrored fields. This piece has been lightly wiped at some point with minimal field blemishes. Strike is typical for the issue. Light copper-gold patina is seen on the lower obverse. Fairly price and ready for a new home in a Seated half dollar collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1859-S	MS64	PCGS 80122703	WB-8	Choice	$5250	Thick Frosty Luster, Faint Golden-Gray, Fully Struck, Near-Gem, Sunset Collection. Early San Francisco half dollars are scarce, as the western Mint focused on processing massive quantities of gold bullion. The San Francisco Mint struck 566,000 pieces in this year, and the 1859-S issue is priced well above “type” status even in lower grades. This piece is well advanced in the condition census, with 19 pieces reported by PCGS at this grade, and only eight examples higher. Thick, frosty luster with swirling cartwheels reveals antique silver shading with a dusting of russet on both sides, more evenly within the reverse legend. A few faint hairlines in front of the eagle's beak likely preclude CAC approval. Nicely struck, with sharp stars and delineated claw joints. WB-8, with centered date and large mintmark barely touching stem. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder.
	1859-S	AU58	PCGS 15655519	WB-8 R4	Original	$1650	New June 1! Low Mintage San Francisco Date, Large S, Bold Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck, Palos Verdes Collecton. . 1859 San Francisco strikes are not as rare as their predecessor date due to a mintage of 566,000. However, locating AU58 examples is always a fun collecting challenge and will take patience. This is an important example to consider given the brilliant frosty cartwheel luster once placed under a bright light. Surfaces are strictly original with faint gold hues near the rims. All devices are well struck including rounded stars, deeply impressed hair curls on Liberty and all eagle feathers on the reverse. Blemish wise, there are a few faint lines in the left obverse field between Liberty's arm and the stars. Though not distracting, these are mentioned for accuracy. The WB-8 die variety has an R4 rarity rating per the Bugert Register on San Francisco struck Liberty Seated halves. There has been no CAC review by the consignor. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) with standard ring insert.
	1860-O	AU Details	PCGS 37218518		Cleaned	HOLD $295	Brilliant Reflectance, Field Hairlines, Accurately Certified. At first glance, this 1860-O half appears to be semi proof-like with bright reflectance. A 10x check reveals hairlined surfaces that are just too active. Strike is complete, which aids the eye appeal. Fairly priced for a bookshelf album destination. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with Cleaned-AU Details opinion.
	1860-O	AU58	PCGS 34879830	WB-7	Choice	$750	New June 1! Popular Eagle Laying Egg Variety, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, Choice Overall, Palos Verdes Collection. A compelling example of the 1860-O WB-7 Eagle Laying Egg variety as the O mintmark is very high and touching the left olive branch stem. Consistent with other Palos Verdes lots, this piece sports brilliant frosted luster and vibrant cartwheels. This piece is frosty white with a touch of gold at the date. Strike is essentially complete with bold motifs and just of hint of weakness at the reverse denomination. Surfaces are well preserved and choice. A cool die variety at a competitive offer price. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1860-O	EF45	PCGS 60208920	WB-9	Choice	HOLD $275	Super Choice Original, Would CAC Approved as EF40, New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.3 (2005) holder. Full description will be added if not sold at the Spring 2023 Whitman Baltimore. This piece is immediately available via price list.
	1861	MS64	NGC 3609725004		Choice	$2500	Crusty Choice Original, Attractive Patina, Accurately Graded, Oregon Beaver Collection. Years ago, I quickly grow bored with frosty white Liberty Seated coins and learned to appreciate lightly crusty Mint State coins that were strictly original. GFRC continues that tradition with this 1861 Seated half that is toned with a crusty gray skin along with blue hues. Rose, aquamarine and golden toning rings characterize the reverse and are accentuated by brilliant background luster. Strike is deeply impressed with rounded stars and complete hair curls along with crisply defined eagle feathers and claws. A 10x check could only locate one tiny obverse blemish in the upper left field that is fully toned over. Otherwise the devices and fields are pristine. Housed In newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
	1861	MS64	PCGS 25359484		Choice	$2350	New April 15! Iridescent Rainbow Toning, Partially Mirrored Fields, Gorgeous Bright Light Colors . A portion of the Liberty Seated coinage population, especially proofs, will be found darker natural toning. These pieces typically "light up" when placed under a bright light as is the case for this near-gem 1861 Seated half. In hand inspection is consistent with my images. However, just tiliting this piece into lighting changes the visual dynamics. The fields have mirror reflectance that exposes all rainbow hues. The obverse has the classic ring pattern with progress rose, aquamarine, blue, and gold progression to the rims. The reverse toning is quite similar with a bit more center rose. I like to describe this type of toning as "iridenscent" due to the sparking intertction with the colors. Strike is complete with unabraded fields. Great for type. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder.
	1861	AU53	NGC 5864844013		Market Acceptable	$300	Popular Pre-Civil War Date, Darker Gray, Questionable Reflective Luster.. At first glance this piece brings the appearance of a crusty dark gray Seated half. Bright light inspection exposes sharply reflective fields that result in a questionable luster. Overall, this piece probably has been cleaned in the past and retoned. Priced accordingly. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1861	AU53	PCGS 36359448		Original	HOLD $375	New June 1! Substantial Eye Appeal, Steely Reflectance, Near-Choice Original, Palos Verdes Collection. A lovely 1861 half dollar strike with steely reflectance that radiates through copper gold and blue toning. Strike is fully executed. Several field contact marks hold this eye appeal half from securing a GFRC-Choice quality rating. Competitively priced. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1861-O Union Administration	AU50	NGC 4695541011	WB-1 R6	Choice	$1950	Union Administration, W-1, Rare, Choice Original, Seated Appalachian Collection.. The 1861-O is unquestionably the most popular Seated half dollar, with a good number of varieties variously struck under Union, Louisiana, and Confederate authority. While the Confederate pieces tend to be the most pursued, the Union varieties are actually the most challenging in the group. Indeed, after the Confederate half itself, a six-figure rarity with only four examples known, Bill Bugert rates the WB-1 and WB-2 as the two rarest varieties for the issue. The present coin is a WB-1, with a slightly upward sloping date, and die lapping in the feathers to the left of the shield. Silver shade marks the high points, while slate fields host charcoal patina at the rims. Occasional hints of gold and olive color are further present on both sides. Most star centers are present, while the left claws are completed joined together. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1861-S	EF40	PCGS 30109165	WB-6	Choice	$450	New April 24! Speckled Gray Patina, Perfectly Graded, Choice Surface, San Jose Collection. With a mintage of under one million, the 1861-S date is in the middle of the pack for Civil War era issues in terms of scarity but definitely more difficult than its 1861 and 1861-O counterparts. This WB-6 example offers medium gray surfaces along with light speckled ebony. The reverse is more heavily toned along with "dirt" being present on the lower left devices. The lightly struck stars are consistent with the die pairing. Accurately graded and housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) holder.
	1862-S	VF20	ICG 2907070601	WB-1	Choice	$200	New April 24! Gray Toning, Steely Reflectance, Fairly Graded, San Jose Collection. A pleasing 1862-S WB-1 half with medium gray toning and accurately graded. Under bright light, the fields are quite reflective at grade. A typical strike and essentially unabraded surfaces round out the attributes. Housed in older ICG holder. Perfect for a Dansco or Whitman bookshelf album project.
	1862-S	VF20	PCGS 26677590	WB-5	Original	$195	New May 3! Even Light Gray, Typical Dished Obverse, Bold Reverse, San Jose Collection. 1862-S Seated halves with often be seen with a "dished" obverse appearance while the reverse exhibits boldly struck devices. This is the case for this WB-5 release from the San Jose Collection. Surfaces are a consistent light gray with rose hues appearing with angled lighting. There are a few tick in the obverse left field which are consistent with the certified grade. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder.
	1862-S	EF40	PCGS 30712401	WB-6 R5	Original	HOLD $350	New April 24! Repaired 6, Steely Gray Surfaces, Bright Light Rose and Blues, San Jose Collection.
	1863-S	F12	ANACS OWH 2696540	WB-3	Original	$175	New May 4! Popular Civil War Date, Light Gray, Evenly Worn, San Jose Collection. 1863-S halves saw a mintage of 916,000 destined for the expanding west coast commerce. This survivor is evenly worn with light gray surfaces. Fields are surprisingly mark free for the lower circulated grade. Ideal for a Dansco or Whitman bookshelf album or whatever project that is under pursuit. Housed in old white ANACS holder.
	1863-S	MS62	PCGS 81815375	WB-4	Original	HOLD $1650	New May 26! Satiny Frosted Luster, Well Preserved, Newtown Collection. The 1863-S half dollar issue saw a mintage of 916,000 with nearly all entering circulation due to a lack of west coast collectors. The date is available in circulated grades but becomes scarce in the lower Mint State grades. Our Newtown client is releasing this lovely duplicate with brilliant satiny luster which is typical of the issue. The fields are close to unabraded with only a tiny bag mark in the middle right field. Toning is a light pewter-gray. The obverse strike is typical with the upper stars lacking bold definition while the reverse is "all there". Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1866-S No Motto	AU53	raw	WB-1	Cleaned	HOLD $2350	No Motto Type, Steely Fields, Light Gold Peripheral Toning, San Jose Collection. A borderline No Motto 1866-S half with steely fields that hint at a long ago wipe. These fields are too reflective to be original surfaces. Under a 10x loupe, I can see faint hairlines that corroborate the luster. Wear is limited as seen in the GFRC images with AU53 being a fair grade. PCGS population report indicates only five at AU53 and one each in AU55 and AU58. I'm putting my best guess forward on a fair asking price given the grade rarity.
	1866-S No Motto	EF45	PCGS 25285693	WB-1	Choice	HOLD $2950	New May 26! No Motto Type, Olive-Gold Patina, Choice Surfaces, Newtown Collection. This is a strong example of the 1866-S No Motto variety that deserves some accolades. My first thought was why is this piece not CAC approved? Surfaces are unquestionably original and lighting toned with olive-gold shades. The underlying obverse field is lightly mirrored while the reverse offers frosted luster under a light source. Newtown has not sent this piece into CAC and neither have I. This is one of the nicer No Motto examples that I've seen in a while. Serious collectors should take not of this one. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1866-S With Motto	EF45	ANACS OWH 1252401	WB-3	Original	HOLD $375	New May 3! With Motto, Double Die Reverse, Steely Rose-Gray, Original Surfaces, San Jose Collection. Though not as scarce as its earlier No Motto counterpart, the 1866-s With Motto date continues to be scarce in the marketplace. This San Jose Collection release remains in its early old white ANACS holder. Fields are nicely steely with overlaid rose-gray on the obverse and a patch of sky blue on the lower reverse during bright light review. This is the WB-3 (WB-104) Double Die Reverse die variety with the doubling most evident on the horizontal shield lines and within the upper right wing.
	1866-S With Motto	VF35	PCGS 14839385	WB-6	Original	$300	New May 3! With Motto, Old Album Toning, Steely Fields, San Jose Collection. On this 1866-S WB-6 With Motto half, the peripheral obverse gold and encroaching aquamarine is typical of time in an old paper album. Further validation is seen with the lighter toned reverse. Steely fields and residual luster are evident on both sides. Strike is typical. Overall, a pretty example of a better S-Mint date with old album toning. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1868-S	MS64+	PCGS 31855944	WB-5 R4	Gem	$9750	Exceptional Gem, Hammered Strike, Golden Satiny Luster, Superb Eye Appeal, Opsrey Collection. The Osprey Collection continues to locate the most noteworthy Liberty Seated and U.S. gold coinage for the GFRC price list. This amazing 1868-S Seated half dollar is an exceptional gem and will please the most advanced collector of the series. Struck with the WB-5 die pairing that includes an eroded obverse die with partial denticles. The die erosion results in satiny textured luster while inspecting under a light source. Strike is hammered with every remaining detail being boldly defined. Both sides are covered light yellow gold skin that screams originality. Fields are entirely unabraded with the intensity of the satiny luster accounting for the technical grade. The WB-5 die pairing is consisted an R4 rarity per Bugert. Surfaces exhibit heavy die clashing and die cracks. CAC population is a scant three pieces at the MS64 grade level with a single approved piece finer. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval.
	1870	EF45	PCGS 18029021		Original	HOLD $235	New May 16! Pretty Old Album Rose and Blue Toning, Typical Strike, Ex. Pleez B. Seated Collection. Orange-rose and peripheral blue toning is the highlight of this original 1870 half dollar offering. Previously from the Pleez B Seated Collection and returning to the price list for another offering. Bright light viewing exposes some remaining steely-frosted along with enhancing the coloration. Strike is typical. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
	1870-CC	VF25	PCGS 34132536	WB-1	Original	$5500	Original, Oregon Beaver Collection.. Liberty Seated enthusiasts tend to be Carson City fans by definition, as the rarity of "CC" coinage is well-known by anyone building a denomination set. Among the half dollars, the keys are the 1870-CC< 1874-CC, and 1878-CC issues, with the 1870-CC being the scarcest of the three. This example exhibits rich ebony toning with hints of maroon and plum color underneath the thick skin. High points are lighter, as expected from a well-circulated coin that has been subject to extensive handling. Moderately reflective surfaces suggest retoning over an old dipping, but still within the PCGS standard of acceptability. Regardless, any 1870-CC half dollar is a desirable coin, and this mid-grade collector example is no exception. WB-1, with the CCs slanting down. The PCGS price guide is $6,500. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1871-S	EF45	PCGS 37195806	WB-4	Choice	HOLD $265	New May 5! Eye Appeal of Higher Grade, Steely-Frosted Luster, Accurately Graded. The rollout of a recently purchased collection continues with this 1871-S WB-4 half. Always a popular and highly collectible date, this survivor exhibits steely-frosted luster that is well beyond expectations at the certified grade. From a wear perspective, this piece is accurately graded. Fields are smooth and practically unblemished. Worthy of a circulated Seated half dollar collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1871-S	AU55	PCGS 32783228	WB-7	Choice	$675	New May 3! Granular Frosted Luster, Light Rose Patina, Well Struck, Choice Surfaces, San Jose Collection. Serious Liberty Seated half dollar collectors should take note of this choice 1871-S WB-7 release from the San Jose Collection. This is diligently preserved specimen that exhibits granular frosted luster and moderate cartwheels. Light rose toning is consistent across the obverse while the reverse has greenish hues along with mottled gray streaks at the motto. Strike is essentially complete with just a touch of weakness at star 7. Surfaces are choice. The WB-7 variety documents a small wide S mintmark and an obverse with light rust and pitting at the shield and lower gown lines. Yes, this one has been to CAC and did not sticker with a resulting fair offer price. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1872	PR UNC Details	PCGS 36604619		Cleaned	$800	Proof Strike, Reflective Mirrors, Faint Copper-Gold Coloring, Oregon Beaver Collection. This proof example is sharply struck as expected, with pinpoint detail. Indeed, typical problem areas such as the feathers beneath the reverse shield are completely defined. The piece has been cleaned, and hairlines in the right obverse field are evident. There is also a strip of corrosion extending from the right facing wing toward R in TRUST. The piece remains one of less than a thousand proofs struck in this year, of which perhaps half have been lost, circulated, and otherwise no longer identifiable as proof strikes. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder (2015-date).
	1872-S	EF45	ANACS OWH 2473409	WB-2	Original	HOLD $395	New April 24! Better San Francisco Date, Steely Gray Surfaces, Near-Choice Original, San Jose Collection. 1872 San Francisco halve were minted to the tune of 580,000 with a typical survival rate. The date is clearly better than 1871-S and slightly more difficult than the 1870-S. Our San Jose client is releasing a near-choice example housed in old white ANACS holder that continues to be collectible. Steely-gray fields are enhanced with rich golden hues under a bright light. Strike is essentially complete. Fairly priced for finding a new home.
	1872-S	AU55	PCGS 84165009	WB-4	Choice	$1250	Choice Original, Seated Appalachian Collection.. Although not as a rare as the 1872-S quarter, the half dollar of this issue remains scarce, with a pricing profile roughly double that of the common dates in the series. This example exhibits a misty spray of dirt throughout both sides, while the silver and gray background reveals ample Mint luster in the protected areas. A couple stars are lightly impressed, while the definition in the reverse claws is better. WB-4, with the mintmark punched low, while a die crack extends from the right side of star 7. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1873 With Arrows	EF40	PCGS 38772712		Choice	$360	New May 31! With Arrows Type, Superb Eye Appeal, Steely Luster, Bright Light Rainbow Toning Rings. This GFRC buyback 1873 Seated half warrants a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. In-hand coin gray coloration gives way to pastel rainbow ring toning under a light source. Steely fields still retain a reasonable amount of reflective luster. Well struck with some light chatter in the fields that is acceptable in light of the superb eye appeal at grade. Worthy of a visit to CAC for their inspection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1873 With Arrows	MS61	NGC 1775213009	WB-106	Original	$1050	With Arrows, Bold Steely Frosted Luster, Nice Cartwheels, Emerald Collection. The final debut Emerald Collection consignment is an appealing 1873 With Arrows half with steely frosted luster and ample eye appeal. Orange-gold and gray shades nicely accentuate the obverse while the reverse is toned with grayish-blue shades. Strike is complete with all stars having center point while the reverse eagle's claws are nicely impressed. Scattered field micro abrasions are consistent with the certified grade. Housed in NGC Gen 7 (1997-2000) holder with CAC approval.
	1873 With Arrows	EF40	PCGS 22105398	WB-106	Original	$325	New May 31! Large Arrows, Steely Gray Fields, Palos Verdes Collection. Steely gray fields are quite pleasing on this 1873 With Arrows half dollar. PCGS has attributed this new Palos Verdes release was being Large Arrows and consistent with the Wiley-Bugert 106 designation. Under a bright light, surfaces still offer light reflectance. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1873-CC With Arrows	AU58	NGC 3584438004	WB-8 R7	Choice	$12500	Large CC, Digits Below Date, R7 Rarity, Choice Original.. This 1873-CC Liberty Seated half dollar is a significant arrival for passionate collectors of the series or for those with Carson City coinage as a side tangent. A condition census specimen with only two CAC approved at grade with four finer (3@MS63 and 1@MS65). Further increasing the significance is the WB-8 attribution with Large CC mintmark and errant digits on and above the rim below the date. When noted half dollar researcher, Bill Bugert, was done counting the errant date punches, he reports at least eight occurrences which is astounding. Bugert has assigned an R7 rarity rating for the variety with few known. The reverse is transitional with 1871-CC, 1872-CC, and 1876-CC adding more historical context. Fully choice with granular frosted luster that is brilliant with vibrant cartwheels. Coloration is copper-gold with darker hues at the peripheries. Destined to become one of the highlights in a top rated collection of the series. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
	1874 With Arrows	MS64	NGC 3603430010		Choice	$3650	With Arrows, Choice Original.. A near-gem Seated half dollar lot which is ideal for an advanced collection of the series or for type. Copper-rose patina overlays the obverse while bluish-gold appears on the reverse. This 1874 half is so close to fully struck with only the left facing eagle claw not being completely raised. Uniform frosted luster is activated with angled lighting. A stray ancient line between stars 11 and 12 is seen with 10x. CAC has approved seven at grade with eight finer. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
	1874 With Arrows	EF40	PCGS 29485352		Original	$320	New April 24! With Arrows Type, Steely Fields, Heavily Toned Reverse. Copper-gold toning is more concentrated at the obverse periphery while the reverse of this original 1874 With Arrows half is heavily toned. Steely fields are readily evident on both sides with the reverse reflectance being quite pleasing. Strike is typical with a few scattered field abrasions. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1874-S With Arrows	AU58	PCGS 21565176		Original	$1750	New May 26! Superb Presentation, Briliant Frosted Luster, Near-Choice Surfaces, Newtown Collection. 1874-S Seated halves are not as scarce as the prior year's issue but should garner attention at the AU58 grade level with only 9 certified. This example is quite satisfying for its overall eye appeal and rich frosted luster. Strike is deeply impressed and adds to the viewing pleasure. Faint gold decorates the peripheries. Why is this piece not CAC approved? There are two faint lines below stars 6 and 7 that preclude a full choice assessment. However, the eye appeal is all there and a 10x is needed to see these partially hidden lines. Considerable value from the Newtown Collection and previously sold by GFRC via the Twin Lakes Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder.
	1875	MS64	PCGS 25343389			$2200	Beautifully Toned, Steely Reflective Luster, Vibrant Cartwheels, CAC Aaaproval, Oregon Beaver Collection. GFRC wraps up its latest Oregon Beaver presentation with a beautifully toned 1875 half that just screams originality. Peach-gold tones cover the obverse along with a thin peripheral blue arc while the reverse is golden with darker shades at the legend. Luster is a high point as steely reflectance is readily apparent under angled lighting. Vibrant cartwheels are equally pleasing. The CAC green bean is well deserve. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder with CAC approval.
	1875-S	VF35	PCGS 27799941	WB-19	Choice	$2000	Micro S, Choice Original, Newtown Collection. This micro-S variety is a popular issue with cherry pickers and exhibits a distinct, small mintmark that was likely intended for use on a smaller denomination. The Bugert reference notes 29 examples in all grades, with most pieces clustered in the G-VG range. This near-EF example reveals deep gray shading with hints of blue and ebony patina, more so on the reverse. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.6 (2003-2004) holder.
	1875-S	MS66	PCGS 33145357	WB-2 R4	Gem	$6600	Superb Gem, Champagne-Rose Toning, Frosted Luster, Dazzling Cartwheels, Quito Collection. This 1875-S WB-2 is from the Quito Collection's FUN show consignment and a worthy price list inclusion. "Luster bomb" is a fitting description as the surfaces are heavily frosted with micro textured mint frost. Cartwheels are downright dazzling under a bright light. Fields are silky smooth and pristine. The obverse roughness between stars 12 and 13 is die rust and the reverse has faint die polish lines running mostly north to south. WB-2 documents a wide thin S mintmark with Bugert providing a R4 rarity estimate. This is a superb CAC approved gem synonymous with Quito quality. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876	PR63	PCGS 84766511		Choice	$1400	Watery Mirrors, Brilliant Reflectance, Wire Rims, Purple-Rose Toning. Mintage for the 1876 proof issue was limited to 700 pieces with most survivors located between the MS62 through MS64 grades. The key when purchasing proof Seated coinage is striking (no pun intended) the right balance between eye appeal and preservation. This lovely example features sharp reflectance with minimum field hairlines for the certified grade. Mirrors have a watery texture when swirling this piece under a bright light. Toning is a nature purple-rose and most likely results from being stored in a felt lined cabinet. A careful 10x review will reveal a few wispy hairlines but nothing obvious or distracting. A solidly graded example that will please the new owner. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876 Lg/Sm Date	EF45	PCGS 18446129	WB-106	Gem	$3250	Rare Large/Small Date, Gem Original, Newtown Collection. This important variety features a larger date style that was punched over a smaller date, with remnants of the first date remaining within the 1, 8, and 6 digits. This example reveals russet color in the protected areas, around the stars, legend, and within the figure of Liberty. Light dirt is evident in the shields and further outlines the devices. The strike is typical, with most claw joints blending together. This is a popular date, full of varieties, and this piece represents perhaps the most significant obverse die for the year. Overall eye appeal is excellent and the GFRC Gem rating is no accident. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with "Lg/Sm Date FS-301 (FS-007.4)" attribution on label. Ex. Cumberland Collection.
	1876-S	MS65	PCGS 45543695	WB-15 R4	Gem	$4750	Creamy Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Repunched Mintmark, Gem Eye Appeal. This Mint State Seated half is a scarcer 1876-S die variety along with being a gorgeous gem. I'm trying to be most selective when building up high end Seated inventory; this one made the grade. Luster exhibits creamy light gold textures with angled lighting. Reverse cartwheel is particularly exciting. Strike is nearly complete with just touch of softness at the left scroll end but way better than dime and quarter struck counterparts of that year. A repunched mintmark is readily seen with a 10x. Overall, a premium gem with all the right parameters for an advanced cabinet. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with CAC approval.
	1877	MS65+	PCGS 25559686		Gem	$4000	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Dancing cartwheels boom from the surfaces of this colorful half, which exhibits a wash of russet and tan color highlighted by electric blue patina at the rims. Ample, frosty luster easily penetrates the medium skin, and the images do not completely convey the compelling in-hand eye appeal. Obverse star centers are sharp, while some feathers on the eagle's left leg blend together. CAC notes 71 pieces in all grades, with 17 coins finer. The CAC price guide is $3,250 in MS65 and $7,500 in MS66. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1877/6	AU50	PCGS 24313751	FS-301	Choice	$4750	New June 1! 1877/6 Overdate, Choice Original, Palos Verdes Collection. A Guide Book listed coin, the 1877/6 half is a well-known, popular variety. The steely fields of this example host thick patina, with luster more apparent in the untoned areas. The obverse exhibits deep tan and blue shades, while the reverse is primarily blue and silver. Protected areas are lighter, around the stars and within the eagle feathers. The strike is excellent with all design elements well-delineated. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder. Previously from the Cumberland County Collection and back in GFRC inventory.
	1877-S	MS65	PCGS 36495212	WB-104	Gem	$3250	Gem Original, Thick Frosty Luster, Newtown Collection. A gorgeous gem-graded half with swirling shades of blue and rose, this piece will captivate even the most grizzled coin veteran. Frosty luster booms from both sides, and the eye appeal is exceptional. The strike is full, with sharp stars and most eagle feathers distinct. This is the WB-104 variety, type 2 reverse with closed bud beneath the branch leaves. The next owner will derive substantial enjoyment from this premium quality example. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with CAC approval.
	1877-S	EF45	PCGS 46128718	WB-26	Original	HOLD $225	New June 1! Steely Fields, Peripheral Toning, Palos Verdes Collection. The 1877-S Seated half dollar date presents one of the highest mintages of the series a 5,356,000 pieces. This survivor is consistent with the Palos Verdes "look" with steely reflective fields and peripheral gold and blue toning. Surfaces are lightly abraded while the strike is close to complete with just a touch of weakness at the eagle's left leg. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1878	MS65	PCGS 38372610		Gem	$4300	Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. Electric blue, russet, and sea-green patina fill the obverse of this late-date Philadelphia piece, while the reverse center is brilliant and leads toward deep rim toning. Colors are transparent under a glass, and the skin is less thick than conveyed by the images. Frosted, granular luster imparts swirling cartwheels, and the GFRC Gem rating is consistent with the flash and overall eye appeal. Star centers are fully defined, while a few of the claw joints blend together. The PCGS price guide value is $5,000 in MS65, $12,500 in MS66. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1878-CC	AU53	PCGS 30368981	WB-1	Choice	$7000	Choice Original, Newtown Collection.. Pristine, smooth fields are the hallmark of this richly toned, challenging CC piece. Tan and ebony patina predominates, with hints of sea-green and olive color evident underneath the thick skin. The Carson City Mint produced few half dollars in this year, 62,000 pieces total, as production capacity was diverted to coining massive quantities of Morgan dollars. WB-1, the only die marriage for this issue. The PCGS price guide value is $8,000. The Carson City pieces are always the first examined when viewing Liberty Seated sets, and this high-grade survivor will best most other examples. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1879	MS65	PCGS 29975015		Gem	$3950	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. The low-mintage, 1879-1890 runs are well known to Liberty Seated half and quarter dollar enthusiasts, and this 12-coin group might easily stand on its own as a "set within a set." The present example, from the inaugural year of this run, presents a thick skin of smoky grey patina with sea-green highlights in the protected areas. Steely, frosted luster creates swirling cartwheels, and the eye appeal is compelling. Stars are sharply impressed, while a few of the feathers on the eagle's left leg are soft. The CAC census notes 79 examples in all grades, with 30 coins finer. The CAC price guide is $4,120. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval.
	1881	MS65+	NGC 4494276003		Gem	$5000	Exceptional Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. The 1881 Seated half in the Oregon Beaver Collection is absolutely sweet. Unabraded steely fields are fully brilliant and downright stunning under angled lighting. Cartwheels are equally pleasing. Toning has all the hallmarks of an unmolested gem with intermixed rose-blue on the obverse while the reverse is decorated by a wide aquamarine-blue band. Housed in new large font NGC holder with CAC approval.
	1881	EF45	PCGS 41218802		Choice	$1125	Low Mintage Date, Crusty Original, Steely Fields. Crusty is the operative word for this 1881 Seated half dollar strike. Part of the late date low mintage series that spans from 1879 through 1890 with only 10,000 produced. This date will be found with an equal balance of survivors and circulated grades per the PCGS population report. This example has the expected steely fields overlaid with thick multi-color skin, The coloration is accurately captured by GFRC images. Bright light inspection sees rose and aquamarine as the predominant shades with incremental blues on the reverse. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder.
	1884	MS65	PCGS 06612794		Gem	$4850	Low Mintage Gem, Partially Mirrored Fields,, Rose-Blue Reflectance, Newtown Collection. The 1879 through 1889 timeframe saw a dramatic reduction in demand for circulating quarters and halves. During 1884, only 4,400 circulation strikes were issued probably for collectors on the northern Atlantic seaboard. Most survivors were saved after issue leading to many being found at the choice to gem Mint State grades. This Newtown Collection duplicate warrants close attention for its partially mirrored fields and colorful rose-gold reflectance. Peripheral blues are noted on the obverse while the reverse exhibits an aquamarine ring at the rim. Strike is also complete. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval
	1885	MS65	PCGS 41344564		Gem	$5750	Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. This is a piece that has to be seen in-hand to fully appreciate the deeply original surfaces and swirling cartwheels. Medium to thick rose skin covers both sides and leads toward blue crescents at the rims. The frosty luster is fully Gem and further highlights the old-time color of this low-mintage example. Star centers are completely delineated, while a few of the claw joints meld as one. CAC has approved 28 pieces in all grades, with three coins finer. The CAC guide price is $6,000, a reasonable level for a near-finest known example. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder with CAC approval.
	1886	MS66	PCGS 81730531		Gem	$8500	Superb Gem, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Lightly Mirrored Fields, Pristine Surfaces, Osprey Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. A beautiful high end 1886 Seated half with sparkling reflective luster and semi-transparent coloration. Bright light performance and eye appeal is consistent with a proof strike. In-hand obverse gray-rose shifts to light rose with peripheral blues. Deeper reverse toning is accentuated with aquamarine-gold. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder. An exceptional offering from the Osprey Collection.
	1887	MS63	PCGS 81641497		Choice	$2500	New May 7! Near Gem Original, Ex. Seal Beach and Oregon Beaver.. Yet another near-gem offering with important Seal Beach and Oregon Beaver Collection pedigrees, this better-date Seated half exhibits a background of blue, green, and gold, with the lighter figures that contrast nicely with the mirrored fields. Strike is typical, with some flat stars and merged detail below the reverse shield, but the decisive factor remains the overall, positive eye appeal. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with CAC approval.
	1889	PR64	PCGS 41876744		Gem	HOLD $2000	New May 7! Gem Original, Island Lake Collection.. Pinpoint detail emerges from the glassy surfaces of this highly reflective Proof example, and the overall eye appeal is exceptional, better than conveyed by the images. Frosty central figures reveal strong contrast with the surrounding fields, and this piece approaches Cameo status, although not designated as such. CAC has certified 27 pieces in all grades, with 10 coins finer. The CAC price guide in PR64 is $1,880 and rises to $2,250 in PR64 CAM. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with CAC approval.
	1889	AU58	NGC 1774743013		Choice	$1600	Choice Original, New Jersey Collection.. Lustrous, untoned surfaces host faint hints of color at the rims, while white, frosted luster radiates from the protected areas. This piece was likely dipped in the past, with a few hairlines evident. Nicely struck, with significant detail in the claw joints. Production was low in this year, 12,000 pieces, as the Philadelphia Mint churned out millions of Morgan dollars. Business strikes are today scarcer than proofs, with NGC reporting 129 circulation strike coins, as compared to 204 proof examples. The NGC price guide is $1,100. Housed in an NGC Gen 14 (2003-2004) holder.
	1889	AU55	PCGS 36936271		Choice	$1550	New June 1! Low Mintage Philadelphia Date, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Choice Surfaces, Palos Verdes Collection. An important late date Liberty Seated half dollar offering with a mintage of only 12,000. Most survivors were saved upon issue resulting in circulated examples being scarcer than their Mint State counterparts. This Palos Verdes release was auctioned during November 2022 with a realized price of $1560. Once in hand, I can see why the consignor purchase this example. Many of the low mintage late date half dollar strikes will be found with partial mirrored fields. The exact opposite is true here with the surfaces sporting thick mint frost and the resulting brilliance. This piece is completely struck with chatter in the right obverse field precluding CAC approval. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1890	MS66	PCGS 3242079		Gem	$8250	Popular Later Date, Luscious Coloration and Luster, Superb Gem Original, Mountaineer Collection. It was certainly a thrill to receive this superb gem 1890 Seated half dollar via the Mountaineer Collection. "Luscious" comes to mind when viewing this piece under a bright light as so well balanced. Strike, luster, and toning are ideally matched and equally pleasing. Immediately obvious is the rich frosted luster that is entirely uninterrupted with field anomalies. Cartwheels are as expected for an MS66 certified and CAC approved half. Finally, the rose and blues gently grace the completely strike motifs. This gem has the look that will please the most selective specialist. I don't often issue a JUST BUY IT NOW for a higher four figure coin but this piece deserves the nod. Housed in PCGS Gen 3.1 (1993-1998) old green holder with CAC approval.
	1891	AU58	PCGS 21640369		Original	$1000	Near-Choice Original, New Jersey Collection.. After a decade of low mintages, the need for circulating small change caused the Mint to greatly increase the production of quarters and half dollars in this year. Brilliant, frosted luster covers the surfaces of this largely untoned example, while the strike is typical, with a couple flat stars and the left claw joints blended as one. Some obverse field chatter is noted. The PCGS price guide is $850, a reasonable level for a near-MS example of a 19th century half dollar. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder.