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Splendid 1926 Sesquicentennial Half Dollar, Gem Mint State

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS65 PCGS. The Sesquicentennial half dollars are notable as the first U.S. issue to feature a portrait of a living president: Calvin Coolidge. Deep charcoal and hazel toning surrounds the perimeter of this delightfully lustrous specimen. The details are a little soft, as typically seen for this issue, but the surfaces are nearly unabraded. PCGS has certified only eight pieces finer (7/08).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# BYJ4, PCGS# 9374, GSID# 10365)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.50 grams
ASW: 0.3617oz
Mintage: 141,120


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
September, 2008
17th-21st Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Sep 18, 2008 for: $1,955.00
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