1950 50C Booker T. Washington MS(PCGS#9420)

Spring 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3298

Grade

MS67+

Price

3,120

Lot Description

Phenomenal Condition Rarity 1950 BTW Half Dollar 1950 Booker T. Washington Memorial. MS-67+ (PCGS). CAC. A lovely, fully original Superb Gem dusted with light, iridescent toning in sandy-silver, pale pink and powder blue. Technical merits are no less impressive, and we note intense mint luster and an exceptionally smooth appearance that even extends to Washington's cheek in the center of the obverse. Condition Census for this lower mintage Philadelphia Mint issue of this type, with just 6,000 coins distributed. Surely destined for inclusion in an advanced commemorative coin collection. Provenance: From the Abigail Collection, Part III. PCGS Population: 5; 0 finer. To view all items from the Abigail Collection, Part III click here. PCGS# 9420. NGC ID: BYK6. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.