1831 50C MS(PCGS#6159)

August 2023 Mail Bid Auction 56

Auctioneer

Sheridan Downey

Lot Number

28

Grade

AU58

Price

2,915

Lot Description

An absolute, unfettered knockout!  This coin and the earlier 1829 O.113, lot 25, are from the same mold, even sharing an R.4 rarity rating.  A Wayte Raymond holder was undoubtedly in this coin’s past.  Captivating iridescence highlights the stars and legend; the pale rose centers glow with underlying luster.  Tim got it right when he offered a one-word description on his consignment sheet – WOW!  A private acquisition from the late Stu Keen in September 1993.    Estimate: $1,000 to $1,300