1861-O 50C CSA Obverse MS(PCGS#39968)

The Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

4243

Grade

VF30

Price

1,920

Lot Description

1861-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Confederate States Issues. W-11, FS-401. Rarity-3. CSA Die Crack. VF-30 (PCGS). The best known and most recognizable of the Confederate States 1861-O half dollar issues, with a notable die crack from the rim to Liberty's nose denoting this obverse as the same one that struck the Confederate half dollars. Soft dove-gray color is seen on each side of this highly collectible mid-grade example. Some minor marks are seen on the obverse, but no other mentionable issues. A key date in this grade, endlessly popular among Liberty Seated specialists and historically minded samplers. PCGS# 39968. NGC ID: 24J8. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.