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***Auction Highlight*** 1824/4 O-109 R3 Capped Bust Half Dollar 50c Graded Select Unc By USCG (fc)

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:2,031.25 - 4,062.50 USD
***Auction Highlight*** 1824/4 O-109 R3 Capped Bust Half Dollar 50c Graded Select Unc By USCG (fc)
***Auction Highlight*** 1824/4 O-109 R3 Capped Bust Half Dollar 50c Graded Select Unc By USCG. This variety is sometimes mistaken for one of the 1824/1 die pairings, but the raised line to the left of the diagonal of the 4 is distinct on this piece, indicating the recut digit and not the overdate. This is one of two die pairings that comprise this Guide Book variety, both of which are similar in rarity. Superb pale silver gray surfaces have mellowed from full brilliance while never losing an iota of their dramatic cartwheel luster. Careful examination yields golden and olive highlights, particularly around peripheral design elements. The strike is strong, leaving fine details and a doubled profile of Liberty in its wake. Several grade limiting Light lines can be seen on the upper left of the Obverse. Some evidence of a die clash is seen under each of the eagle’s wings, and magnification reveals some pitting of the die surface in that area, perhaps spalling or perhaps a vestige of the process of removing the clash marks. The “distinct ridge” above the talon at right referred to in Overton is a portion of that clash mark. The repunching on the 4 of the date is readily visible, a short raised line parallel to the diagonal downstroke on the left of that numeral. A Corey's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away, you might not find its equal Coin. I give this coin my highest recommendation