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Magnificent 1850 Half Dollar, PR64

1850 50C PR64 NGC. WB-102, with the lower right curve of the 0 doubled. The 1850 proof half dollar comes from an unknown, but extremely small mintage. Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert, in their The Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Half Dollars, suggest that at least four examples are known. In our January 2008 FUN sale, we listed four separate pieces in the roster developed as part of the Phil Kaufman 1850 proof half dollar writeup, along with seven "additional appearances" that may or may not be duplicates of one another, or of the four aforementioned coins. In any event, we are unable to conclusively match the current near-Gem with any 1850 proof halves in our plated catalogs.
Dappled cobalt-blue and russet patina races over luminous surfaces, and a solid strike leaves bold definition on the design elements. Only the left (facing) claw exhibits minor softness. A few minute marks preclude Gem classification; we mention the following solely for pedigree purposes: a milling mark in the right obverse field, a series of horizontal ticks on Liberty's abdomen, and a couple of grazes at the left (facing) elbow.
This is a magnificent representative of this classic Seated Liberty proof. The new owner will be delighted with its technical quality and aesthetic appeal, and will take pride in owning one of America's rarest coins.
From The Sundance Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 27TC, PCGS# 6394, GSID# 6415)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 13.36 grams
ASW: 0.38658oz

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