1864 50C, CAM PR(PCGS#86418)

1864 50C, CAM PR (PCGS#86418)

Spring 2022 U.S. Coins Auction

Lot Description: 1864 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Proof-64 Cameo (PCGS). The 1864 half dollar is one of the heavily melted and exported issues from the Civil War, and as such is one of the scarcest P-mint issues in the No Motto series. This, of course, puts date pressure on the few remaining Proofs, adding to their desirability to collectors. Brilliant throughout with a bit of hazy patina at the obverse rim, the devices are noticeably frosted and contrast sharply against the depth of mirrored reflectivity in the fields. No bothersome contact marks or planchet defects seem to be present, on either side of this impressive and visually fetching near-Gem. Thus far, only 22 pieces share the Proof-64 Cameo grade, and just 7 coins have been graded above Proof-64, with the Cameo designation, by PCGS. PCGS Population: 22, 7 finer (Proof-65 finest). PCGS# 86418. NGC ID: 27TR. Click here for certification details from PCGS.