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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 30 Coins for Sale. Most recent coin added on October 19, 2025

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
	1856	MS65	PCGS 36832920	WB-1	Gem	$7000	New October 3! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Luster booms from the surfaces of this Philadelphia piece, easily penetrating the medium skin. Speckled tan, ocean green, and slate patina blanket the obverse, while smoky gray hue more evenly covers the reverse, along with olive shades in the protected areas. The luster is not fully conveyed by the images, and the next owner of this GFRC-rated Gem example will be pleased. Strike is typical, with softness in the right stars. The Gardner coin, graded PCGS MS66 CAC and arguably the finest known, exhibits similar striking characteristics. WB-1, easily attributed by the spiked 1. CAC has certified 41 pieces in all grades, two coins at MS65, and just two examples finer, both at MS66. The CAC price guide value is $7,500. Ex. Oregon Beaver (GFRC, November 2023), at $8,000. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6287.
	1856-O	MS61	NGC 3217380002	WB-14	Gem	$1400	New September 15! Repunched Date, Brilliant Frosty Luster, Gem Original, Sunset Collection. Frosty luster, with swirling cartwheels, highlights the original fields of this New Orleans piece. Deep rim toning reveals maroon and electric blue patina, surrounding brilliant centers. The strike is sharp with most star centers distinct and near-complete detail in the feathers and claws. WB-14, with the repunching in the 5 and 6, and a clash mark in the lower right portion of the reverse shield. Housed in an NGC Gen 17 (2004-2008) holder with standard ring insert. The CAC stickered population is 84 pieces in all grades combined. This is a flashy, gem piece with strong in-hand eye appeal fully consistent with the images - the new owner will not be disappointed!
	1857	MS65	PCGS 36777701		Gem	$6500	New October 19! Gem Original, A Type Set Offering, Island City Collection.. Partially mirrored surfaces showcase the colorful reflectance and superior eye appeal of this No Motto half. Sea-green patina is ample in the stars and legend, while central devices exhibit silver-rose shading. Note, the images do not completely convey the flash of this GFRC-Gem rated piece. CAC notes 52 pieces total, three coins in MS65, and none finer. The CAC price guide value in MS65 is $6,000. Our reserve price is higher, not only because of the finest known status and exceptional aesthetic appeal, but also with an eye toward the overall CAC population, which is remarkably low for an ostensibly common issue. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1857-O	MS64	PCGS 34329349	WB-1	Gem	$7000	New October 3! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - A medium dusting of crust covers both sides, more heavily on the reverse. The originality is immediately apparent, with antique, hairline-free surfaces easily visible under the skin. Star centers are sharp while separation of the left claw joints is evident, if weakly so. WB-1, with the date sloping down and a large mintmark. CAC has approved but 28 coins in all grades, a lower total among Seated half dollars, four pieces in MS64, and no examples finer. PCGS notes nine coins at MS64 and no pieces higher. The CAC price guide value is $7,900. Ex. Heritage (January 2018, lot 3720), at $6,000 – a prescient purchase on the part of the consignor, who was able to acquire this top-pop PCGS/CAC example at an attractive price. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6291.
	1857-O	MS64	PCGS 25551760	WB-3	Choice	$5350	New September 17! Highest Certified Grade, Crusty Golden-Brown Patina, Steely Fields, Bright Light Reflectance, New Orleans Collection. Consignor Pricing Reduction. The Liberty Seated half dollar series is full of surprises even for this seasoned GFRC dealer. The 1857 New Orleans date is very scarce in Mint State with this offered example being at the highest grade level certified by PCGS. Yes, there are none finer! This marvelous example is fully struck with high relief motifs including intricately detailed eagle talons and arrow feathers. A crusty golden brown skin covers the obverse while the reverse includes aquamarine-blue hues. Under a bright light, the obverse fields exhibits a steely texture with reflective luster being noted. The reverse finish falls in the steely-frosted realm. Surfaces are essentially unabraded when inspected with a 10x. A super release from the New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
	1858	MS65	PCGS 12615672		Gem	$5000	New October 3! Gem Original, Newtown Collection, Ex. Gardner.. Consignor Price Reduction - Swirling ebon and gold patina fills the fields of this Philadelphia piece, while protected areas of the obverse reveal an outline of steel-gray color. Gem luster is somewhat subdued at first glance but is easily evident under a light. Strike is typical, with stars 4-8 soft. CAC notes 126 coins in all grades, nine pieces at MS65, and two examples finer, both at MS66. The CAC price guide assigns a value of $5,200 in MS65, a reasonable level for a coin removed from top-pop status by only a single point. Ex. Heritage (May 2022, lot 3518), at $5,040, previously from Gardner IV (Heritage, October 2015), lot 98671, where it realized $4,230. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6293.
	1858-O	MS64	PCGS 36167037	WB-14	Choice	$3000	New October 3! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Frosty luster highlights the even gold and olive patina evident on both sides. A few of the protected areas reveal lighter silver-steel color, and the overall eye appeal is excellent. Strike is typical, with weakness in the eagle’s left leg. WB-14, with the date sloping upward and the mintmark tilted to the left. Production in this year was ample, and Bill Bugert identifies 41 die marriages for the issue. Despite the production level, exceeding seven million pieces, CAC has certified only 115 coins total, three examples in MS64, and six pieces finer. The CAC price guide indicates a value of $3,600 in MS64. Ex. Heritage (November 2018, lot 3689), at $2,640. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6294.
	1861 CSA Restrike	MS61	NGC 6058560004		Choice	$12500	CSA Restrike, W-13 Bisected Date Obverse, Choice Original.. Consignor Pricing Reduction - A second offering from the 500 Confederate reverse die restrikes created about 1879 by J.W. Scott who obtained the original rusted Confederate half dollar die via coin dealer Ebenezer Mason Jr. Most important is that the 1861 dated host coin is easily attributed as a New Orleans struck W-13 die pairing given the bold vertical die crack through the left side of the 6 digit. W-13 is well known as the Bisected Date obverse. This example is toned a moderate coin gray with the reverse providing steely reflectance under a bright light. There are no surface issues of any consequence with only a well-hidden line on the reverse under CONFEDE(RATE). The reverse strike is bold overall with noted edge weakness in the legend from 10:00 - 12:00. A choice example with rare obverse diagnostics that allow the validation that the host coin was indeed a New Orleans issued strike. Housed in new large font NGC holder with B-8002 as the die variety attribution.
	1861-O Louisiana Issue	MS62	PCGS 20958381	W-8	Choice	$2600	Louisiana Issue, Choice Original.. Consignor Pricing Reduction - A historically important Louisiana Administration W-8 strike that occurred during the waning days of the New Orleans Mint circa 1861. Satiny radiance is noted on the obverse since this die is substantially eroded at this point while the reverse luster falls into the steely realm. The lower portion of the obverse is more heavily toned and is not transparent to the underlying luster. This lot is a poster child for the W-8 die marriage with all Bugert listed diagnostics being readily evident. The date punch and underlying denticles are heavily eroded at this point. On the reverse, the die cracks at STAT(ES Of) are easily seen along with those that AMERI(CA). The heavy die clash in the reverse shield is also bold. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder. The label documents the die variety attribution as W-08 LA Issue.
	1864-S	VF35	CACG 747246507	WB-3	Choice	$500	Antique Grey Presentation, Choice Original, Saw Mill Run Collection. Wholesome and perfectly original best describe this premium 1864 San Francisco struck half courtesy of the Saw Mill Run Collection. Undisturbed steely fields are layered with antique grade shades including ebony colored "dirt" surrounding the motifs. The CACG population is currently 7 with a price guide estimate of fair value at $470. Housed in new CACG holder and graded to strict standards employed for CAC stickering approval. PCGS #6312.
	1867	MS62	PCGS 82972988		Choice	HOLD $1600	New September 17! Notable Eye Appeal. Choice Original, Sooner Collection. Just back from CAC where it did not sticker. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. Full description shortly.
	1869	MS64	NGC 3039875002		Choice	$3750	New September 19! Incredible Golden Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck, Near-Gem, Sooner Collection. The Sooner Collection was an active buyer at the Oklahoma City ANA show resulting in the release of this Near-Gem 1869 duplicate. A stunning example with expectational eye appeal under a bright light. Steely-frosted luster is boldly radiant with swirling cartwheels that will call up the animal spirits even for seasoned collectors. The obverse features an untoned center that is surrounded by a copper-gold arc which further transitions to sky blue at the right rim. Light gold peripheral toning is noted on the reverse. The overall strike is intricately detailed with keen insight into Liberty's hair curls. Light toned over chatter n the lower right obverse field holds this piece back from a full GFRC-Gem quality rating though the eye appeal is full gem I'm going with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation as this Sooner offering will definitely delight a new owner. Housed in an NGC Gen 17 (2004-2008) holder with standard ring insert. Ex. Washington State Collection.
	1870-CC	AU55	PCGS 5651137	WB-2	Choice	$46500	New October 4! Choice Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Apart from the 1878-S and the virtually unobtainable 1853-O No Arrows, this is the key date in the Seated half series. Mirrored fields and sharp reflective luster present steel-blue surfaces to full effect. The obverse strike is sharp with distinct star points while the reverse is a touch soft beneath the shield. The curved line at the top of the right wing is on the holder, as is the line from S to the top of the eagle's head. The marks within the reverse shield are as struck, the result of a clash with the obverse die. The highest piece certified by CAC is AU53, and the bar to make a "top pop" coin at CAC tends to be extraordinarily high. PCGS has certified a single example at AU55 (this coin), one piece at AU58 and five coins in Mint State. The PCGS price guide value is $65,000. The eye appeal of the present coin is strong, and the rarity is undeniable - truly a prize for the Seated half or Carson City collector. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder. Ex. Seal Beach Collection (GFRC, April 2020), at $55,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder. PCGS #6328.
	1871-S	MS64	PCGS 36683754	WB-8	Gem	$3850	New October 4! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - This is an exceptionally original piece, and the overall appeal is not fully conveyed by the images. Smoky gray and olive patina fills the protected areas, while the silver fields reveal hair-line free, antique surfaces. Luster is consistent with the grade and readily rotates through the medium skin. This piece sold at a premium to the guide value in the 2018, and a quick inspection under a glass quickly justifies the “push” necessary to acquire a premium quality example. WB-8, with a centered date and small, wide mintmark slightly tilted to the right. CAC notes 51 coins total, with a single piece in MS64 (the present offering) and four examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $2,850. Ex. GFRC (December 2018), at $4,400. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6332.
	1872-S	MS65	PCGS 81939446	WB-1	Gem	$17500	New October 4! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - This wildly reflective half is a multi-colored headlight and reveals a full spectrum of color atop the prooflike surfaces. A golden obverse skin hosts blue-green and russet shades while the reverse exhibits rings of violet and blue, leading to gold rims. The obverse represents the very definition of "skin," which has the appearance of a foil that one might peel back. Apart from a few light marks in the right obverse field, the surfaces are near-perfect. WB-1, with the 1 in the date centered over three dentils, while the mintmark is small and wide. A strong strike completely defines the stars. PCGS reports three examples in MS65 with a single MS66+ piece finer. CAC notes 20 pieces total, two coins at MS65 (including this) and two examples at MS66. The CAC price guide value is $17,300. While collectors may alternately be drawn toward either Mint State or proof formats, this colorful, flashy piece is a reminder that business strikes can come with highly prooflike finish. Ex. Branch Mint Collection (GFRC, July 2021), at $21,105. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6335.
	1873 With Arrows	EF45	PCGS 30684073	WB-109	Original	$925	"Quad Stripes", Double Die Obverse, Crusty Gray Patina, Original Surfaces, Sunset Collection. This crusty, original piece exhibits thick gray and tan toning throughout, with more intense patina at the rims. The central figures are lighter, with numerous bits of silver emerging from the recessed areas within Liberty's gown. WB-109, the quad stripes variety, with die doubling accounting for the additional vertical lines in the shield. This is a plainly visible, popular variety, making for a great "story" coin. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
	1873-CC With Arrows	MS63	PCGS 36940280	WB-8	Choice	$15000	New October 4! With Arrows, Choice Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Reflective luster emerges from the medium skin, highlighting the maroon and gold patina at the rims. The strike is complete, with sharp star centers and distinct claw knuckles. WB-8, with errant digits in the dentils, and a large, level mintmark. The Carson City Mint struck both No Arrows and With Arrows types in this year, and although the No Arrows pieces are a bit scarcer, both issues were struck in low quantities. PCGS notes 228 pieces total, 2 coins at MS63, and five examples finer. The PCGS price guide value in MS63 is $20,000. Mint State examples are not often encountered, and PCGS Coin Facts indicates a “market velocity” of approximately two appearances of Mint State coins per year. The appeal of the CC mintmark is strong, and such examples are highly prized by collectors. Ex. GFRC (February 2019), at $17,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6344.
	1874 With Arrows	MS64	NGC 3603430010		Choice	$3650	With Arrows, Choice Original.. A near-gem Seated half dollar lot which is ideal for an advanced collection of the series or for type. Copper-rose patina overlays the obverse while bluish-gold appears on the reverse. This 1874 half is so close to fully struck with only the left facing eagle claw not being completely raised. Uniform frosted luster is activated with angled lighting. A stray ancient line between stars 11 and 12 is seen with 10x. CAC has approved seven at grade with eight finer. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval.
	1874 With Arrows	MS62	NGC 6468363001		Choice	$1450	With Arrows Type, Granular Frosted Luster, Sooner Collection. If in the market for a type, then this 1874 Arrows half dollar should be a candidate. Fully choice with granular satiny luster originalting from both sides plus bright light induced cartwheels. The overall strike is strong overall with slight weakness at the upper obverse. This is a pristine silver piece in terms of surface preservation and a joy to inspect with a 10x. Luster intensity holds this piece back from a higher grade and certainly choice at the certified grade. More premium quality from the Sooner Collection. Housee in new large font NGC holder.
	1874-CC	MS63	PCGS 25399807	WB-3	Choice	$35000	New October 4! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Along with the 1870-CC and 1878-CC, the 1874-CC is one of the keys to Carson City half dollar set. Few pieces survived from the small mintage of 59,000 pieces and today examples in all grades are highly prized. This piece exhibits even, medium gray toning, with hints of gold, russet, and blue more evident as the coin is tilted under a light. Moderate cartwheel radiates from both sides, a touch more actively on the reverse. WB-3, with a die lump below the curl and a diagonal die line through (STAT)ES. The mintmark is small with close spacing and slopes upward. Well struck with star centers evident and typical softness in the left claws. CAC has approved 47 coins total, a single piece in MS63 (the present coin), two examples at MS64, and a single coin at MS65. PCGS reports three higher pieces in MS64, one coin in MS65 and one example in MS66. The CAC price guide value is $37,400 while PCGS is a tick higher at $37,500. The significance of this offering is hard to overstate, as Carson City pieces are among the most desirable issues in the Seated series. This piece combines the all-important CC mintmark with key date status and a strong technical grade. As if that were not enough, CAC endorses this example as premium for the grade. The new owner of this special coin will be exceptionally pleased. Ex. GFRC (August 2021), at $35,000, previously from the Milford Collection (Heritage 1/2011, lot 5565), realized $26,450. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6347.
	1874-CC With Arrows	MS63	PCGS 42549453	WB-1 R6	Choice	$31000	Key Date, Substantially Prooflike, Near-Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - The "Beaver" has dug deep into his bank box as we continue to market and sell his Liberty Seated half dollar collection. GFRC is proud to be offering his 1874 Carson City half that is accurately graded and provides first class eye appeal for a series key date. The small mintage of 59,000 pieces was accomplished by three die pairs, with this WB-1 die marriage being the rarest of the group. This is an unquestionably choice specimen with partially proof like fields and a bold central strike. Dappled tan-brown and golden toning decorates each side. Slight weakness at some of the star centers and Liberty's upper hair curls is nicely balanced by a deeply impressed reverse eagle with well-defined claws. With a 10x, several well hidden micro lines in the right obverse field are noted. PCGS population is three at the certified grade with only three finer. I can't overstate this "Beaver" opportunity for those building an advanced Liberty Seated half dollar collection. Last sold by Heritage during June 2021. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder.
	1875	MS62	PCGS 25263279		Gem	$1800	Exceptional Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Spring Branch Collection. Ex. Oregon Beaver Collection. Throw out the price guide on this one. For certain pieces, the traditional process of gathering published pricing data, along with auction prices realized, simply doesn’t get the job done. Pricing guide publishers are stymied when it comes to quantifying the superb eye appeal of examples such as this, and a single number simply can’t characterize the range of aesthetic appeal that one might find across one numerical grade. Indeed, it would not be hard to find a washed out, white example of this coin in a PCGS or NGC holder on a bourse floor, and yet that piece will sell for a fraction of the price, even if the same technical grade. This piece exhibits frosty centers that contrast boldly with mirrored fields, all framed by electric blue and russet patina at the rims. Surfaces are semi-prooflike, with intense, reflective luster. Coins with this level of eye appeal are difficult to price with the last GFRC auction appearance bringing a $1927 winning bid. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval.
	1875-CC	MS64	PCGS 29969962	WB-4	Choice	$6250	New October 4! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Medium skin blankets both sides of this Carson City issue, and the originality is strong. Protected areas retain lighter color, around the stars, date, and legend, while the fields are crustier. WB-4, with a low date and medium CC punched high. Strike is typical, with softness beneath the eagle. Although production was just over a million pieces, collector demand for anything “CC”-related is strong, and the CAC certification only increases the desirability of this present piece. CAC has approved 71 pieces in all grades, 11 coins in MS64, and four examples higher, all in MS65. The CAC price guide value is $6,300. Ex. Rare Coin Wholesalers. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6350.
	1876	MS65	PCGS 83057904		Gem	HOLD $2700	Luster Bomb, Swirling Cartwheels, Hammered Strike, Spring Branch Collection. I've got to go with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation for this luster bomb 1876 half. The micro-granular texture surfaces generate tons of luster and that is what gem silver should be about. The bright light reflectance is particularly strong as are the dancing cartwheels. The icing on the cake is the hammered strike. Though this half does not have a green bean, I would not mind having it in a personal collection. It is that pretty. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1876	MS63	PCGS 32572886		Choice	$900	Gorgeous Steely Reflectance, Choice Original, CAC Candidate?, Pikes Peak Collection. Consignor Price Reduction - If searching for a perfectly original Liberty Seated half dollar for type, this Pike Peaks release might just fit the bill. I'm quite impressed by the undisturbed steely fields and resulting reflectance under a bright light along with swirling cartwheels. Patination includes the entire compliment of rainbow colors, especially the bullseye pattern on the reverse. When first inspecting this lot, my immediately question was why no CAC green bean. A careful 10x inspection notes potential rub on the eagle's neck feathers as the probably cause. Regardless, the presentation is above the certified grade and well worth being added to a type collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1877	MS63	PCGS 29937126		Choice	$950	Brilliant Steely-Frosted Luster, Swirling Cartwheels, Sooner Collection. Placing this steely-frosted 1877 Philadelphia strike under a bright light exposes a good amount of brilliant reflectance as the surfaces are so closed to being mirrored. The "flash" is quite pleasing along with swirling cartwheels. Light chatter is noted in the right obverse field but not consequential. The strike is typical. The Sooner Collection half dollar release has certainly been a welcomed addition to the GFRC price list as is witness by this lot. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2005) Dupont hologram holder.
	1879	MS66	PCGS 29250361		Gem	$5500	New October 4! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - The half dollar run from 1879-1890 forms a series of low production issues, with the highest mintage, 12,001 pieces, occurring in 1888. While many examples were saved at the time of release, the low mintage figures are hard to resist, and these remain popular with collectors today. For those contemplating building such a set, the present sale offers several possibilities, and buyers will do well to consider the various offerings. This 1879 example reveals marbled luster that highlights varied shades of maroon, grey, and tan patina. Stars are sharply impressed, while some of the details in the eagle’s left leg blends together. CAC notes 87 coins across all grades, 16 pieces in MS66, and 14 examples finer, all at MS67. The CAC price guide value is $5,800. Ex. Heritage (August 2022, lot 4528), at $5,040. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6361.
	1882	MS65	PCGS 25679998		Gem	$4100	New October 4! Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Thick skin reveals tannish-brown patina on both sides, with the deepest color at the rims. Additional plum shades are evident beneath the eagle. Most of the claw knuckles exhibit separation, if faintly so. The 2 in the date is distinctly shaped, with the lower right serif nearly touching the upper loop. The Philadelphia Mint produced just 4,400 pieces in this year, the lowest total within the 1879-1890 run, tied with the 1884 issue. With many saved by contemporary collectors, survivors are apt to be in higher grades, but this example still stands near the top. CAC has certified 10 coins at the offered grade. The PCGS price guide value is $5,500 as reference. Ex. Eye Appealing Coins. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. PCGS #6366.
	1885	MS66	PCGS 33425886		Gem	$6880	Late Date Low Mintage Issue, Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Few Liberty Seated dollars were struck between 1879 and 1890 due to a lack of commercial demand. Though sporting a mintage of 5,200, Mint State survivors are available with the median grade being MS63. The newest Oregon Beaver bank box releases is an MS66 example and only one of five certified at grade with another five finer. Rich frosted luster erupts once placing this piece under my LED desk lamp. Swirling cartwheels are quite satisfying too. Toning is intermixed aquamarine, rose, and yellow-gold. Strike is complete with raised center star points and bold motifs. There is on tick on the upper left facing arm and a trace of micro-chatter in the right obverse field. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
	1889	MS62	NGC 2729411015		Gem	$2000	Low Mintage Issue, Richly Frosted Dies, Hammered Strike, Sooner Collection. The Liberty Seated half dollar series came to a conclusion after a decade of low mintage Philadelphia dates. During 1889, only 12,000 pieces were struck. Many were saved and can be sourced at the Mint State grades. The Sooner Collection release presents an attractive entry point for the date. This MS62 graded example exhibits a rich satiny luster than shifts to more of a mirrored look under a bright. Undisturbed fields result in a first rate viewing experience whether in-hand or under a 10x. The overall strike is hammered, another good reasons for considering a purchase. If you preference is flashy white eye appeal, this piece is in your wheelhouse for sure. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1890	MS63	CACG 54197633		Gem	$2450	New October 8! Challenging Late Date, Gem Original, Sooner Collection. The second of two Liberty Seated halves from an ANACS old white holder crack out submission to CAC, this 1890 is again conservatively graded. A GFRC-Gem rating is awarded for the mirrored fields that "light up" under a bright with sharp reflectance. The darker bluish green-gray patina, as shown in the images, immediate melts and exposes sky blue center with hints of gold at the borders. Strike is 100% complete. a few faint contact marks on the lower shield and gown are noted for accuracy and toned over. Housed in new CACG holder and graded to strict standards employed for CAC stickering approval. A popular Sooner Collection Seated series and offering.
	1891	MS64	PCGS 36093412		Choice	$1900	New October 4! Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection.. Consignor Price Reduction - Aqua crust outlines the figure of Liberty, with deeper brown colors evident around the stars and date. The reverse is nearly brilliant, with tan and smoky chestnut shades at the legend. The strike is typical, with feathers at the left leg less distinct. Fields are original and hairline-free, as the CAC certification attests. The Mint resumed a larger production of Seated halves in this year, but the overall total, 200,000 pieces, remains on the low side as compared to other Philadelphia issues. CAC notes 61 pieces total, eight coins in MS64, and 22 examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $1,950. Ex. GFRC (December 2020), at $1,750. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6373.