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Lot 447 - 1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar. Large 3 NGC MS64

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Lot 447 - 1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar. Large 3 NGC MS64
1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar. Large 3. Overton-103, Rarity-3. One of three Large 3 die pairings for the date, Overton-103 is identified by its reverse, which features an arrowhead past the right upright of the N in UNITED. Vivid golden-brown and navy-blue colors overlay the rich dove-gray patina. The major devices are boldly defined, including the breast feathers, although a few of the peripheral stars do not possess crisp centrils. Thorough inspection reveals only a short mark on the shoulder, as the surfaces are impressively undisturbed. Struck from clashed dies, with raised lines from the shield throughout Liberty's ear.

1803 Draped Bust Half Dollars are scarce in all grades, but are usually available for a price in Fine through XF condition. The Overton Condition Census for O-103 is headed by a pair of AU50 examples. As an issue, the Large 3 becomes rare in AU, and attractive Mint State pieces are extremely rare. The combined NGC and PCGS population is 9 pieces, and the present coin is the single finest certified by either major service. NGC serial #2032604-005. (#6066)