Owner Comments:
1970 50C
Judd-959 Pollock-1110,
Rarity: High R.7 PR66RB CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with a reeded 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 and the date 1870 is in the center of the wreath of Cotton and corn and inscription STANDARD is at the top.
Comment:
Gold and peach hues invigorate this highly attractive Premium Gem. A small spot east of the second T in TRUST is the only identifier. The centers have a hint of striking weakness, usual for this comparatively high relief design.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collections May 2022, Priors
- Ex: New Millennium Collection. Heritage Nov 2003 / Lot #11152 (PCGS 65RB) (Cert 21360639);
- Heritage Pittsburgh 8/2004) / Lot #7983 (PCGS 65RB);
- ANR Aug 2006 (The Old West and Franklinton Collections) / Lot #935 (As NGC 66RB),
- Bowers & Merena Oct 2006 (Las Vegas Auction) / Lot #5747 NGC 66RB (Pass)
- Superior Nov 2008 (Santa Clara Elite Coin Auction) lot 843,
- Superior Jan 2009 (Orlando Elite Coin Auction) / Lot 571
- Heritage April 2021 CSNS / Lot #4895;
- Heritage Nov 2021 / Lot #3484