1905-O 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC....

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1905-O Half Dollar, MS67
Green CAC, Green Label Holder
Ex: Hugon Collection

1905-O 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. The 1905-O is a widely recognized O-mint condition rarity among Barber half collectors. This is immediately apparent from its paltry mintage of only 505,000 pieces, most of which was poorly struck to start with, and most of the coins that survive today are found in less-than-Uncirculated condition. Any coin that is better than MS64 is an important offering and at the MS67 level, this piece is among the finest six or seven pieces known.

Beyond its obvious absolute and condition rarity, this is simply a visually stunning coin. If one were to cover the mintmark this piece could easily pass for an S-mint, the mint luster is that thick and frosted. In addition, the surfaces are undisturbed by any trace of "improvements" over the past hundred years. Each side has a light addition of rich golden-rose toning with an occasional dab of cobalt-blue interspersed around the periphery. The design details are also atypically well defined with sharp definition on both sides, only the slightest weakness is seen on the eagle's right (facing) claw and the juncture of the shield and right (facing) wing. An outstanding example of this important O-mint rarity, a highlight of the former Hugon Collection.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 4239, which realized $15,525.(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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