Description
1847 Liberty Seated Half Dollar 50c, No Motto, CACG MS65 CAC
This rare example exhibits vibrant silver luster over frosty surfaces with a blush of light reddish-gold toning at the centers of each side. The strike is bold, and the fields and devices are smooth and problem-free. Population Data (10/24): Seven pieces are certified MS65 by PCGS with one MS66 finer. NGC reports one MS65 and a single MS66.
Despite a mintage of nearly 1.2 million pieces, this 1847 Philadelphia half is a well-known condition rarity in Gem or finer grades. It is difficult to explain the scarcity of this issue not only in high grades but across the board. Obviously, there were relatively few collectors of the day and 50c represented a significant amount of money in the day. Even so this is a very hard to find coin in Gem condition.
