1831 50C O-102 MS(PCGS#39838)

The Regency Auction 28

Auctioneer

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Lot Number

64

Grade

MS65+

Price

22,325

Lot Description

Ex Link as noted on the insert. What else to say other than WOW! This marvelous GEM has a stunning look. A strong, rolling cartwheel luster blazes on both sides bringing a stunning vivacity to this beautiful Capped Bust half dollar. A glorious mix of iridescent blue, peach, orange, lilac, and teal blend all over both sides in a classic pattern. The 1831 is a date that generally comes with weakness in strike, and this one is no different, though the weakness is very minor and is mostly seen at Liberty's bust and drapery; all other details are nice and crisply rendered. PCGS 66, NGC 50, CAC 17. Only four MS65+ have been graded at PCGS and only seven coins finer. The most recent PCGS MS65+ CAC sold in November 2015, realizing $17,625. This coin has not been sold in auction that we can find. This is a beautiful example and one of our favorites in this series, the eye appeal is just SUPERB! Bound for a WORLD CLASS type set or specialized Bust half dollar collection. Cert. Number 28523357 PCGS # 6159