1901-S 50C MS66 PCGS Secure. CAC....

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1901-S Barber Half Dollar, MS66
Tied for Fourth Finest at PCGS

1901-S 50C MS66 PCGS Secure. CAC. The 1901-S is tied for the 10th rarest issue in Gem or finer grades according to the PCGS Population Report. Just 12 examples are graded MS65 or finer. Specifically, they have graded six in MS65, three in MS66, two in MS67, and one in MS67+ (10/15). Dr. Shireman reflected on the rarity of this issue:

"The 1901-S half is quite a rare coin. This was known among Barber half dollar experts of ages past, and has been verified by population reports generated once third-party grading began. In his 1991 book, David Lawrence had the 1901-S among the three rarest in all mint state grades as certified by PCGS and NGC."

This lovely Premium Gem possesses exceptional gold and iridescent toning that is reminiscent of pieces from old-time collections. Both sides are highly lustrous and sharply defined. The strike is virtually complete. In A Guide Book of Barber Silver Coins, Q. David Bowers recommends searching for a high quality strike when contemplating the acquisition of a 1901-S half dollar. We believe this coin fits the bill.
Ex: David Lawrence Rare Coins (12/1/1999).
From The Dr. Peter and Janice Shireman Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24ME, PCGS# 6491, Greysheet# 6597)

Weight: 12.50 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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