1871-CC 50C

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WB-102 1871-CC Half, Struck From the Same Dies as the Three Known One-Sided Proofs

1871-CC 50C AU58 ANACS. WB-102. Recut 71. Slight repunching can be seen on the final two digits in the date. Of more importance to specialists, though, are the die cracks on the reverse: one through MER and another that connects the final A in AMERICA to the upper arrowhead. These are diagnostics that have been seen on all three of the one-sided proofs that have been auctioned over the years. We believe it is a bit of a stretch to call this coin a one-sided proof; however, the obverse fields are nicely reflective beneath rich multicolored toning while the reverse is non-reflective. Sharply defined throughout, even on the uppermost stars by Liberty's head. This should be an interesting coin for advanced Seated Half collectors to debate over.
From the Tommy Dorathy Collection of Seated Halves.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24K5, PCGS# 6331, GSID# 6359)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.44 grams
ASW: 0.35996oz
Mintage: 153,950

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