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1836 Reeded Edge Half Dollar, VF35
GR-1, First Issue Struck by a Steam Press

1836 50C Reeded Edge, GR-1, R.2, VF35 PCGS. The 1836 Reeded Edge is famous for two things. It was the first half dollar issue struck by the recently installed steam press, which replaced the screw presses in use since 1793. It also has an enticingly low reported mintage of 1,200 pieces. The actual production was likely higher, but there is no denying that the variety is much scarcer than the lettered edge 1836 half. Many survivors are cleaned or have other problems, but this is an unblemished cream-gray Choice VF representative with ample remaining detail within the eagle's wings and shield.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2U28, Variety PCGS# 531046, Base PCGS# 6175)

Weight: 13.36 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Cooper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2021
20th-24th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 21, 2021 for: $3,120.00
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