US Patterns- WHAT U.S. COINAGE COULD HAVE BEEN
J-988
50C - Standard Silver Liberty Head wearing cap with star rev with date outside wreath
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Design Description: |
PATTERNS & TRIAL COINS 1870-1873 |
| Item Description: |
50C 1870 J-988 |
| Full Grade: |
NGC PF 66 CAMEO |
| Owner: |
mania |
Owner Comments:
1870 50C
Judd-988, Pollock-1117
Rarity: High R.7, PR66 Cam
Struck in silver with a plain edge.
Obverse: A bust of Liberty faces right and is surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. She wears a headband inscribed LIBERTY, and has a large star on her forehead. IN GOD WE TRUST is below with in a scroll.
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.
Comment:
This is an exemplary coin that has deeply mirrored fields and nicely frosted, contrasting devices. Pale gold toning around the perimeter contributing to the wonderful eye appeal.
Provenance:
Private Sale Jan 2019; Prior Heritage Jan 2011 Tampa FUN / Lot #5358