1897 Barber Half Dollar. Proof-67 Deep Cameo (CACG). Legacy Holder.

Superior quality and phenomenal eye appeal that will appeal to both type and date collectors. The obverse of this lovely Superb Gem exhibits iridescent champagne-rose peripheral toning that frames untoned silver-white centers. The reverse is brilliant throughout, and the profound cameo finish is readily appreciable at all viewing angles. Fully struck, as befits the method of manufacture, and expertly preserved to border on pristine. Proof half dollar production in the United States Mint remained steady in 1897, the mintage of 731 coins comparable to those achieved for the preceding five issues in the Barber series. This issue is the easiest in its series to locate with a Deep/Ultra Cameo finish as grade by the major third-party certification services, although such coins are scarce in an absolute sense and exceedingly rare in the finest grades, as here. One of the most pristine-looking Proof Barber half dollars of any date that we have ever offered, in fact, this outstanding Superb Gem comes highly recommended for inclusion in an advanced cabinet.

PCGS# 96544. NGC ID: 24NZ.

Estimate: $8500