Canada: Edward VII 50 Cents 1903-H,...

Description

Astounding MS66 1903-H 50 Cents--Tied for Finest at PCGS

Edward VII 50 Cents 1903-H, KM12, MS66 PCGS. The only Heaton Mint issue of the Edward VII run, the 1903-H was produced to the extent of 140,000 coins, nominal within the series context. Of the 18 Uncirculated examples in all grades at PCGS, this piece is tied for finest known with one other example (7/09).

The relief on the Edward VII coins is high in relation to the rim; consequently, it is difficult to find coins with no rub or contact on the King's beard, in particular. The Heaton coins are also poorly struck compared to Royal Mint pieces of the same era. While this piece shows strictly no trace of rub, there is little detail on the King's beard or the lower crown details. More than offsetting, however, are the marvelously original surfaces, with silver-white, pinkish-gold, and ice- and steel-blue competing for territory on both sides. The luster is generous, and there are few visible signs of contact. An appealing example of this difficult issue .Sandy Campbell refers to this coin as the "Monster of Edward Halves".
From the Canadiana Collection

Metal: Silver
Diameter: 29.72mm
Weight: 11.62g
ASW: 0.3456oz
Mintage: 140,000

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