1899 50C, CAM PR(PCGS#86546)

March 2020 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

7295

Grade

PR67+CAM

Price

15,600

Lot Description

Virtually Pristine Proof 1899 Half Dollar 1899 Barber Half Dollar. Proof-67+ Cameo (PCGS). CAC. Here is a glorious Superb Gem that would be perfect for the finest Proof type or date set. The obverse has rich original toning of sandy-gold, reddish-orange, olive-charcoal, cobalt blue and pale pink. On the reverse there is a bull's-eye distribution to similar colors, with the center brilliant over and around the shield. On both sides the toning is iridescent and enhances the mirror-finish fields. The design elements are set part with a softly frosted texture, displaying the cameo finished noted on the PCGS insert. Fully struck and expertly preserved, this is an outstanding survivor from a mintage of 846 Proofs for the 1899 Barber half dollar. Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000. PCGS Population: 4; 5 finer in this category (Proof-69 Cameo finest). PCGS# 86546. NGC ID: 24P3. Click here for certification details from PCGS.