1803 50C Large 3 MS(PCGS#6066)

Spring 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6338

Grade

XF45

Price

2,100

Lot Description

1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar. O-101, T-1. Rarity-3. Large 3, Small Reverse Stars. EF-45 (PCGS). Mottled olive-russet highlights enhance otherwise pewter-gray surfaces, the reverse a bit more boldly patinated overall than the obverse. The production of half dollars jumped dramatically for the 1803 issue, rising to 188,234 from less than 30,000 the year prior. The vast majority of these were struck in 1804, as there were no 1804-dated half dollars issued for circulation. This high mintage makes the 1803 issue one of the most popular for type collectors, and attractive, well preserved specimens like the present Choice EF piece are always in high demand. Tompkins Die Stage 2/3. PCGS# 6066. NGC ID: 24EF. Click here for certification details from PCGS.