1922 50C Grant With Star MS66+ PCGS. CAC....

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1922 Grant Memorial Half, MS66+
Popular With Star Variant

1922 50C Grant With Star MS66+ PCGS. CAC. The Grant Memorial half dollar was coined in two different varieties, including those with a small incuse star in the right obverse fields and those without this star. The purpose of the star, if there initially was one, is generally agreed to have been purely for market gain, a tactic thought to boost sales by forcing collectors to purchase two coins, rather than one. Both the With Star and No Star halves were initially offered at a cost of $1 each, although in December 1922, the price for the No Star variant fell to 75 cents, and that of the With Star variety rose to $1.50. This reflected the lower available supply of the With Star issue.

By January 1st, when sales were discontinued, only 4,250 With Star examples had been distributed (not counting six additional assay coins), while the No Star version had been distributed to the extent of 67,350 coins (plus 55 assay pieces). As a result, the With Star Grant Memorial half is significantly scarcer than its No Star counterpart today, and high-end examples are scarcely seen. This Plus-graded Premium Gem displays rich, satiny luster beneath dusky lavender-gray, ice-blue, and amber-brown toning, blended over each side. The high point of Grants head is a trifle soft, but the eye appeal is unhindered. Population: 40 in 66 (7 in 66+), 5 finer (5/15).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# BYPP, PCGS# 9307, Greysheet# 10313)

Weight: 12.50 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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