1898 50C, CAM PR(PCGS#86545)

1898 50C, CAM PR (PCGS#86545)

June 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Lot Description: Breathtakingly beautiful surfaces are toned in iridescent champagne-gold that yields to halos of cobalt blue and reddish-orange colors at the borders. The finish is no less dramatic, boldly contrasted between fields and devices to readily uphold the validity of the desirable CAM designation from PCGS. Temptingly close to numismatic perfection, this stunning Ultra Gem Proof is sure to excite even the most advanced collectors.<p>The Proof 1898 half dollar was produced to a similar extent as its Proof 1897 counterpart (735 vs. 731 coins), both issues also produced to an exceptionally high standard. These are among the most frequently encountered Proofs of the type with a Cameo finish, survivors often selected for inclusion in high quality type sets. Such coins are scarce in an absolute sense, however, and both issues add condition rarity to strike rarity in the finest certified grades. As one of the most outstanding Cameo Proof 1898 half dollars available to today's discerning numismatists, we anticipate strong bidder competition for this remarkable specimen.