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Captivating 1896-S Half Dollar, MS67
The Single Finest PCGS Example

1896-S 50C MS67 PCGS Secure. CAC. Ex: Duckor. The late obverse die state shows numerous die cracks, with heavy die rust on Liberty's neck and cheek. The reverse has only a few trivial die cracks but also has fully mirrored fields. The mintmark is centered below the eagle's tail, upright, and slightly closer to the tail than the D. The strike is bold and nearly complete, showing full claw and shield detail on the reverse.
Numerous die polishing or lapping lines cover the obverse fields, removing additional die rust and creating remarkable prooflike fields. Both sides of this amazing Superb Gem have light ivory and silver surfaces, with splashes of light gold and pale blue toning. A tiny spot of dark toning between star 6 and the I of IN may assist in locating past auction appearances of this beauty.
Dr. Duckor acquired this coin in a trade with Dale Friend, who "settled" for the MS65 PCGS Dr. Price coin. The number of collectors that are competing for a finite supply of coins at any given moment means that specimens sometimes trade hands back and forth between the small specialist population. One well known large cent collector of an earlier generation stated that you cannot fully appreciate a coin until the third time you have owned it.
Although the 1896-S Barber half dollar is a rarity, examples appear for sale more frequently than the 1896-O. Population (6/10): MS66 (6); MS66+ (0); MS67 (1).
Ex: Dale Friend (9/25/2002).
From The Dr. and Mrs. Steven L. Duckor Barber Half Dollar Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24LX, PCGS# 6476, GSID# 6587)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.50 grams
ASW: 0.3617oz
Mintage: 1,140,948

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