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Gem Business Strike 1888 Half
Seldom Seen So Fine

1888 50C MS65 PCGS. The mintage of business strike Seated halves in 1888 went up to 12,001 pieces, but it is difficult to find a Gem example such as the present piece. Mottled gray-blue toning is scattered about each side, complementing the strong underlying mint luster. The surfaces are relatively unmarked, consistent with the grade. Population: 22 in 65, 21 finer (6/12).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 24L3, PCGS# 6370, GSID# 6308)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 12.50 grams
ASW: 0.3617oz
Mintage: 12,001


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
July, 2012
12th-15th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jul 12, 2012 for: $2,990.00
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