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1877 50C MS65 NGC. WB-103. Reverse Hub Variety Two. T

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1877 50C MS65 NGC. WB-103. Reverse Hub Variety Two. T
<B>1877 50C MS65 NGC.</B></I> WB-103. Reverse Hub Variety Two. This new hub variety is distinguished by the closed (pointed) bud (berry) below the stem on the olive branch. Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert (1993) write: "We are convinced that the 'closed bud' characteristic which distinguishes the Tail Hub Variety 2 introduced in 1876 was intentionally created by Charles Barber to 'sign' the work he had done producing a new working hub to be used for subsequent production of working dies." The Gem specimen being offered here displays great luster on stone-white surfaces. The fields project some prooflike tendencies, and highlight the sharply struck design elements, especially when the coin is rotated under a light source. A few small obverse abrasions preclude an even higher grade. Census: 30 in 65, 21 finer (2/07).<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)