1897 50C, DCAM PR(PCGS#96544)

June 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2076

Grade

PR68+DCAM

Price

46,360

Lot Description

Superior quality and phenomenal eye appeal that will appeal to both type and date collectors. The obverse of this lovely Ultra Gem exhibits iridescent reddish-gold peripheral toning that frames an untoned silver-white center. The reverse is untoned, and both sides possess a profound cameo finish that is readily appreciable at all viewing angles. Fully struck, as befits the method of manufacture, and expertly preserved to border on pristine.<p>Proof half dollar production in the United States Mint remained steady in 1897, the mintage of 731 coins comparable to those achieved for the preceding five issues in the Barber series. This issue is the easiest in its series to locate with a Deep/Ultra Cameo finish as certified by PCGS or NGC, although such coins are scarce in an absolute sense and exceedingly rare in the finest grades, as here. One of the most pristine-looking Proof Barber half dollars of any date that we have ever offered, in fact, this outstanding specimens is highly recommended for inclusion in another advanced cabinet.