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Superb Gem 1905-O Half Dollar
Ex: Dale Friend

1905-O 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Friend. Although PCGS has certified two submissions as MS68, this coin and the Hugon coin that we sold in January 2005 are the only two MS67 examples that the same service has graded, and they are tied for the finest that have appeared in any Heritage auction over the last 15 years. In May 1998, the Dr. Thaine Price coin was also certified PCGS MS67, possibly recertified since that time. There are probably only five or six truly Superb examples of this issue still in existence.
The Dale Friend specimen is an amazing, highly lustrous coin, with brilliant and satin silver surfaces. A trace of iridescence on each side adds to its overall aesthetic appeal. The strike is strong, save for the usual reverse weakness at the right shield border. Population: 2 in 67, 2 finer (10/10).
Ex: Superior Galleries; Dale Friend #2 All-Time PCGS Registry Set of Barber Half Dollars (Heritage, 1/2010), lot 3896.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24MS, PCGS# 6502, Greysheet# 6604)

Weight: 12.50 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2011
5th-9th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 6, 2011 for: $19,550.00
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