US Patterns- WHAT U.S. COINAGE COULD HAVE BEEN
J-981
50C - Standard Silver Liberty Head with Head Ban (w/ Star)Rev Date outside of Wreath
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Design Description: |
PATTERNS & TRIAL COINS 1870-1873 |
| Item Description: |
50C 1870 J-981 |
| Full Grade: |
PCGS PF 64 Cameo |
| Owner: |
mania |
Owner Comments:
1870 50C
Judd-981, Pollock-1001
Rarity: High R.6, PR64+ Cam CAC Endorsed
Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty Head with a Tiara (diadem) inscribed with LIBERTY and without any stars, and her hair is tied in a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the bust with IN GOD WE TRUST on a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination 50 CENTS in the center of a wreath of oak and laurel. The date 1870 is below and outside of the wreath and boarder on each side by a star The inscription “STANDARD SILVER” is above the wreath above.
Comment:
A borderline-GEM with a bold cameo contrast. Highly reflective mirrored fields and struck, frosted devices contrast with a strong brilliance. Beautifully toned with exquisite peripheral golden-brown patina and boasting a GEM eye appeal.
Provenance:
The Dale Hopkins Collection. (Heritage 2014 April 23 - 27 CSNS US Coin Signature Auction - Chicago / Lot #6099), The Regency Auction 26 May 2008 / Lot 822