1839 50C Capped Bust MS(PCGS#6179)

The August 2013 Chicago ANA World's Fair of Money

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2162

Grade

MS62

Price

1,893

Lot Description

1839 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Reeded Edge. HALF DOL. GR-7. Rarity-1. MS-62 (NGC). GR-7, R.1. The mint frost is remarkably bright and vibrant for this date, examples of which often have a rather lackluster appearance, even in the Mint State classifications. There is a very light overlay of golden-gray and pink patina on both sides. Sharply struck. There are merely a few modest ticks and scuffs, accounting for this certified grade. This date marks the final year of the Capped Bust half dollar motif, and it is a four-year only variety with a reeded edge. The offered example is a two-year only type with the denomination noted as HALF DOL., and has a Large Letters reverse. It has excellent eye appeal and is ideal for type. PCGS# 6179.