1854-O 50C Arrows MS66 NGC....

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Popular 1854-O Arrows Half, MS66

1854-O 50C Arrows MS66 NGC. When the weights of half dimes through half dollars were slightly reduced in 1853, newly minted examples featured arrows at the date to distinguish them from the earlier coins. Rays were also added to the reverse of quarters and halves, which created a one-year type. The rays were removed the following year, but the arrows remained until 1856, at which point the original design was resumed. The 1854-O, with its mintage of more than 5 million pieces, is popular as a representative of the two-year Arrows at Date, No Rays type. Despite its relatively high mintage, the '54-O is rare in MS66 and virtually impossible to locate any finer. PCGS and NGC combined report only four pieces finer (11/09).
A hint of rose toning accents the mostly silver-gray surfaces of the present coin. The strike is razor-sharp at the centers, while the stars around the obverse show some softness. Both sides are remarkably clean and exhibit powerful luster throughout. This exceptional piece would be a welcome addition to even the finest collections.(Registry values: N1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24JM, PCGS# 6280, GSID# 6332)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.44 grams
ASW: 0.35996oz
Mintage: 5,240,000

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