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J-1111
50C Liberty Princess Std Silver "50 CENTS"
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Design Description: |
PATTERNS & TRIAL COINS 1870-1873 |
| Item Description: |
50C 1871 J-1111 |
| Full Grade: |
PCGS PF 64 Cameo |
| Owner: |
mania |
Owner Comments:
1871 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar
Judd-1111, Pollock-1247
Rarity: Low R.7 PR64 Cam
Struck in silver with a reeded edge
Obverse: Longacre's Indian Princess (second) design for the Seated Liberty motif with thirteen stars on the flag and thirteen stars around the periphery.
Reverse: The reverse has 50 CENTS in the center surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn with STANDARD above.
Comment:
The surfaces display mixed gold, blue, violet, and green patina when rotated under a light source, although they are mostly bright silver. A few wispy lines are present on each side. Deeply reflective and starkly contrasted.
Provenance:
From The Collection of William Rau. Heritage April 2018 CSNS Signature Auction – Chicago / Lot #5091; Bowers and Merene Oct 2000 The Robert W. Schwan Collection Sale /Lot 1024