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Description
1861 Half Dollar, PR65
Hundreds of Pieces Melted
1861 50C PR65 PCGS. A 13 cent proofing fee implemented in
1860 continued to hinder proof sales in 1861. A total of 1,000
proof half dollars were struck that year, of which only 400 or so
were sold. It is estimated that about 600 proofs were melted at the
end of the year. This flashy, richly toned Gem enjoys colorful
shades of blue, rose, violet, and gold patina over each side.
Contrast is more noticeable on the reverse, though both sides are
equally elegant. Population: 13 in 65 (1 in 65+), 6 finer (8/20).Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 27TL, PCGS# 6415, GSID# 6446)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.44 grams
ASW: 0.35996oz
Mintage: 1,000
Auction Info
2020 September 18 - 20 US Coins Signature Auction #1319 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 2020
18th-20th
Friday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
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