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1855/54 50C PR64 PCGS....
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$54,625.00
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Description
Very Rare Choice Proof 1855/54 Half
Attractively Toned, FS-301, WB-102
1855/54 50C PR64 PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-005, WB-102. The
1855/54 is very rare in proof format. Heritage recently conducted
extensive pedigree research for the proof issue, published under
lot 2398 in our 2008 Central States Signature, and located seven
different examples. The present piece does not match any of those,
and thus becomes the eighth known proof. Future pedigree researches
should note two pinpoint spots beneath the beak, and mint-made
roller marks on the softly impressed star 7. The strike is
otherwise very sharp.This is a lovely Gem with golden-brown, jade-green, and gunmetal-gray toning. Each side has a few minute lintmarks, as produced, but no abrasions are present. All pre-1858 proof halves are rare, and its overdate status only enhances its importance. Population: 2 in 64, 1 finer (8/08).
From The Sundance Collection.
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24LE, PCGS# 6409, GSID# 6549)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.44 grams
ASW: 0.35996oz
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Auction Info
2008 September Long Beach, CA US Coin Signature Auction #1116 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 2008
17th-21st
Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
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