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1904 50C PR68 NGC. CAC....

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1904 Barber Half Dollar, PR68
Beautifully Toned Example
Tied for Finest Known

1904 50C PR68 NGC. CAC. From a sheer visual aspect, this may be one of the most impressive proof Barber halves we have seen. The fields are exceptionally bright, the result of vigorous die polishing, resulting in a bright background for the toning present. This piece looks as if a smaller-denomination coin lay on top of it, but somewhat off-center. The left side of the obverse is brilliant, surrounded by a wide arc of deep rose, followed by another wider arc of cobalt-blue. The reverse is similar but lacks the absolute brilliance on the left side. Strong magnification will be required to see what separates this coin from an even higher grade.

Population Data (7/14): Surprisingly, there are two other pieces certified as PR68 at NGC. None have been so graded at PCGS, and none are finer at either service.

Heritage Commentary: The Mint's experiment with the no-contrast method of proofing was short-lived and only partially successful. Most of the proofs produced during this period show little or no contrast; but many, such as this piece and the 1904 quarter from the same partial proof set, display moderate contrast on the reverse.

Provenance: Purchased as part of a five-piece 1904 proof set from Bill Nagle (9/2011).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24P8, PCGS# 6551, Greysheet# 6663)

Weight: 12.50 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Auction Info

2014 October 27 The Eugene H. Gardner Collection II US Coins Signature Auction - New York #1214 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
October, 2014
27th Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 13
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