1822 50C O-110a, R.2, MS64+ PCGS

Pricing & History
1822 50C O-110a, R.2, MS64+ PCGS. Vibrant luster and lovely original toning are the chief attributes of this Select O-110a representative, although sharp definition on the stars and pleasing hair detail contribute to the broad eye appeal. Some faint grazes on the obverse portrait preclude a finer technical grade, but for the Choice level, the quality is nonetheless excellent. The 1822 half dollar survives in slightly larger quantities than many other issues from this period, having a substantial mintage of more than 1.5 million coins. As a result, this date is often encountered in type specialists' cabinets. Of the 21 known varieties for this issue, O-110a is one of the more plentiful in high grades. Population: 47 in 64 (6 in 64+), 12 finer (7/15).Ex: Purchased by Eugene H. Gardner from Sheridan Downey (1/2001); Eugene H. Gardner Collection, Part III (Heritage, 5/2015), lot 98454. Grade: 64, Service: PCGS, Service No.: 39598, Issue Date: 1822, Denomination: 50C, Variety: O-110a, R.2