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1904-S 50C MS63 NGC

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / US Coins Start Price:14,000.00 USD Estimated At:1.00 - 1,000,000.00 USD
1904-S 50C MS63 NGC
<B>1904-S 50C MS63 NGC.</B></I> The 1904-S is the undisputed series rarity in Mint State grades, second only to the near-uncollectible 1892-O Micro O, a variety that many collectors exclude from their sets anyway. <BR> Ranking the 1904-S an R.6 in Mint State (population of 15-39 coins), David and John Feigenbaum say in <I>The Complete Guide to Certified Barber Coinage, </B></I>"1904-S is not only the scarcest regular issue in the half dollar set, but it also has a far lower population than the 1901-S quarter and 1895-O dime. Its rarity is usually not appreciated until you try to assemble a set and you can't find one, even after years of looking. Trying to purchase one at auction is an eye-opening experience."<BR> This marvelous-looking coin has the added plus of total originality, with radiant luster and a delightful peripheral ring of amber-gold and ice-blue on the obverse that complements the silver surfaces elsewhere. While a couple of slide marks and ticks on Liberty's cheek preclude a finer grade, the strike is bold, just short of full, and the eye appeal is over the top. Expect the bidding to be fierce, and act accordingly. Census: 3 in 63, 8 finer (1/08).<BR><I>From The Southwest Collection.</B></I><BR><BR><B>Coin Engraver:</B> Charles E. Barber<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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