LOT #5890 |
Sold on Feb 22, 2001 for: Not Sold
1878 50C
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Sold on Feb 22, 2001 for:
Not Sold Description
Originally Toned PR 66 1878 Seated Half
1878 50C PR 66 NGC. A splendid Gem specimen with blemish-free surfaces that are toned on each side in shades of golden-brown, russet, champagne, and electric-blue. The obverse toning is slightly uneven, with a few areas being slightly mottled. The reverse is much more even, and has a stunning overall appearance. Only 800 proofs were struck in 1878, and very few have survived in this elite grade. Population: 6 in 66, only 2 finer (11/00).Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 27UD, PCGS# 6439, GSID# 6506)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.50 grams
ASW: 0.3617oz
Mintage: 800
Auction Info
2001 February Long Beach Signature Sale #248 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
February, 2001
22nd-24th
Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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