1893 50C Barber Half Dollar PCGS MS66 Ducker/Akers

1893 50C MS66 PCGS Secure. Ex: Duckor/Akers. Both dies are perfect, with no evidence of cracks or other minting defects. A virtually full strike is evident with every aspect of both sides showing bold definition, save for the arrow feathers and claws on the reverse. The fields of this Premium Gem are prooflike, enough so that some viewers have questioned its business strike status. However, the slight weakness of the reverse design, along with faint rolling lines that remain from planchet preparation, suggest that it is a business strike. The depth of the mirrored fields is insufficient to indicate a proof strike. It is likely a piece struck from a die previously used for proof production, with most of its original die polish intact. Check out all the great US Coins, Paper Money, Ancients, World and Exonumia at Sarasota Numismatics. We are happy to answer any questions about this or anything in our vast inventory.