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1796 Half Dime, VF30
Well-Detailed V-1, LM-1 Example
Old Green Label Holder

1796 H10C V-1, LM-1, R.3, VF30 PCGS. An exceptional Draped Bust, Small Eagle type coin, showing above-average sharpness for the grade with pleasing rose, gold, and powder-blue toning throughout the satiny fields. Wear is light, and only minor abrasions are seen. The strike is sharp and well centered. Outstanding in every respect. Housed in an old green label holder.
Ex: G. Lee Kuntz Collection (Superior, 10/1991), lot 1678.
From The Old Orchard Collection of Half Dimes.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22ZX, Variety PCGS# 38596, Base PCGS# 4254, Greysheet# 393194)

Weight: 1.35 grams

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
May, 2021
29th Saturday
Internet/Mail Bids: 26
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on May 29, 2021 for: $6,000.00
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