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Majestic 1843 PR66 Cameo Half Dollar The Finest Known Specimen
1843 50C PR66 Cameo NGC. Ex: P. Kaufman. This exceptional 1843 proof half dollar is the finest known specimen, and the only one given the Cameo designation by NGC or PCGS. Opportunities to acquire any proof 1843 half dollar are extremely limited, and a chance to obtain the finest known may be a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence. Our roster is consistent with estimates of previous researchers. Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert, in their Liberty Seated Half Dollars reference, suggest that less than six 1843 proof half dollars are known. Walter Breen, in his Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins, lists six examples. Likewise, NGC and PCGS have certified a total of six coins. Our research into auction appearances of the 1843 proof half dollar, along with that of previous catalogers, results in the following roster:
1. PR66 Cameo NGC. The Kaufman coin. Previously from Dr. Christian Allenburger Collection (B. Max Mehl, 3/1948), lot 1103; McPherson Collection (Stack's, 2/1953), lot 924; Charles A. Cass Collection; Empire Sale (Stack's, 11/1957), lot 1361.
2. PR64 NGC. Numismatic Gallery, June 1947; John Jay Pittman Collection (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 1527; Bowers and Merena (7/2002), lot 305; Superior (1/2004), lot 385; George "Buddy" Byers Collection (Stack's, 10/2006), lot 1126; Heritage (5/2007), lot 2137.
3. PR64 NGC. Judge Joseph F. Sawicki (5/1948); John Jay Pittman Collection (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 832 (part of an 1843 Proof Set); Richmond Sale, Part III (David Lawrence Rare Coins, 3/2005), lot 1788.
4. Brilliant Proof. World's Greatest Collection (Numismatic Gallery, 3/1945), lot 261; 1946 ANA Sale (Numismatic Gallery, 8/1946), lot 817; Stack's (3/1965), lot 444.
5. Brilliant Proof. Will W. Neil Collection (B. Max Mehl, 6/1947); Amon G. Carter, Jr. Family Collection (Stack's, 1/1984), lot 630 (part of an 1843 Proof Set).
6. Proof. Smithsonian Institution.
Both sides of this Premium Gem Cameo half dollar are remarkably well matched with beautiful low-intensity toning dominated by soft golden-tan, accented by splashes of lavender and aqua-blue in the border areas. An exacting strike results in crisp delineation on the design features, further enhancing the cameo contrast, which stands out regardless of the angle at which the coin is observed. Added to these exquisite attributes are the immaculately preserved surfaces. All in all, a majestic coin that will delight the new owner. A die crack, diagnostic of all proof 1843 half dollars, bisects the reverse. The crack runs from the rim between ES of STATES through the eagle's head, upper left part of the shield, left (facing) leg, and tail to the rim between LF of HALF. From The Phil Kaufman Collection of Early Proof Sets, Part Four. (#86387)
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2008 July-August Baltimore, MD (ANA) US Coin Signature Auction #1114
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