1883 50C MS(PCGS#6365)

Scotsman's Summer Sale 2019

Auctioneer

Scotsman

Lot Number

862

Grade

MS65

Price

5,750

Lot Description

While not prooflike as are many examples of circulation-strike 1883 half-dollars, pinpoint accuracy of detail is just one of several exceptional characteristics awaiting the fortunate new owner of this stupendous gem. Upon closer inspection, sharpness is maybe not absolutely perfect given trivial softness at the top of Liberty's head and very small areas of inexactitude at the eagle's left (observed) talon, but these are trifling issues of absolutely no consequence. What collectors will really care about is what makes this half-dollar an obvious Scotsman Cataloger's Choice Award winner. Deeply saturated turquoise and midnight-blue encircles three-quarters of the obverse, surrounding vivid cinnamon-gold and greyish-orange coloration, and this incredibly attractive, awe-inspiring visual pattern dominates both sides.