SLOTKIN FAMILY TRUST PROOF SEATED HALF DOLLARS
1885

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1885 50C PR68 Cameo NGC. Production of half dollar business strikes dropped precipitously after the 1878, and branch mints ceased minting halves altogether. Only a few thousand were made each year, but proofs continued to be struck for sale to collectors. Still, just 930 proofs were issued in 1885 and they are scarce today. In fact, this is the first time a PR68 specimen has appeared in at least 15 years.
Iridescent lilac, gold, and rose toning encircles the pale gray center on the obverse, while the reverse is engulfed in teal and reddish-orange. The deeply mirrored fields show impressive cameo contrast against the frosty devices. A full strike enhances the appeal of this attractive piece. Census: 2 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (6/09). 1501447-001