1/2 Dollar (Vendue pour $35000.0)

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1883 Hawaiian Half Dollar. . Medcalf-Russell 2CPC-3. PCGS graded Proof 66 Brown CAC Approved. In a new secure plus holder. Pop 1; none finer at PCGS. Second finest known. Lovely brown toning. A typically bold red and brown Pattern half dollar, one of only 18 struck. Illustrating the near superb quality is sleek reddish to brown toning that governs both sides of this spectacular Gem immersing it in natural beauty. When viewed beneath magnification the subtle reflective fields are seen to ripple with a watery effect while an array of natural copper tints are revealed. A razor-sharp strike is the rule with Hawaiian Patterns and this half dollar shows full details, vivid with three-dimension "depth" even under the glare of the most analytical numismatists eye. The rarity of this issue explains why samples rarely surface; even low Proof grades are sparse in the auction records. In fact, this specimen represents the Finest appearance of a copper pattern Proof Half Dollar graded by PCGS -- evidence that it is a prime opportunity for the well-placed buyer. PCGS # 10994. Estimated Value $25,000 - 30,000. The Forsythe Collection. Categories: Hawaii Coins - Forsythe Collection

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