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Categories  •  Stack's March 2005 The Laurence H. Gardner Collection from the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society U. S. Half Dimes U. S. Flowing Hair Half Dimes
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Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
612 1794 Logan-McCloskey 1 (R-6). Wide Date AU $7,000.00
1794 Logan-McCloskey 1 (R-6). Wide Date. Extremely Fine. This sharply detailed example of the first...
Extremely Fine. This sharply detailed example of the first regular date of Half Dime coinage boasts gorgeous bulls-eye toning surrounded by bands of orange-gold, deep rose, blue and lilac. This distinctive variety shows the first star held pincer-like between two curls, the second star point joined firmly to curl 3, reverse wreath has no outside berries. The highest grade noted by Logan and...  more
613 1795 LM-8 (R-3). Star 1 between Curls 2-3, Low 'L' in LIBERTY. AU $4,500.00
1795 LM-8 (R-3). Star 1 between Curls 2-3, Low 'L' in LIBERTY. About Uncirculated or thereabouts....
About Uncirculated or thereabouts. Spacing of motto shows as 'L I BERTY'. Here is an early die state, without the usual bisecting crack through the nose. Iridescent blue, silver, rose and gold give vitality. A glass finds a couple of ancient toned-over hairlines of minimal visual importance.
Categories  •  Stack's March 2005 The Laurence H. Gardner Collection from the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society U. S. Half Dimes U. S. Draped Bust Half Dimes
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
614 1796 LM-1 (R-3). LIKERTY. Outer Berry below 'D.' AB EF $7,250.00
1796 LM-1 (R-3). LIKERTY. Outer Berry below 'D.' About Extremely Fine. LIBERTY shows a broken base...
About Extremely Fine. LIBERTY shows a broken base on 'B' giving the look of a 'K'; 'LI' very close at base, upright of 'D' in UNITED is over a berry. This obverse displays shimmering bands of iridescent blue-green, silver and orange. The reverse is almost wholly covered in pale blue toning, further distinguishing this sharply struck coin, whose variety, LM note, is ''usually seen well...  more
615 1797 LM-3 (R-5). 16 Stars Obverse CH EF $7,000.00
1797 LM-3 (R-5). 16 Stars Obverse. Choice Extremely Fine. This 16 star obverse is among the most significant...
Choice Extremely Fine. This 16 star obverse is among the most significant varieties of this date. The strike is remarkably even and full, highlighted by brightly glowing russet-gold and blue with some reverse rose toning. Here is an attractively toned, very high quality example of what LM call ''a scarce die marriage that is very rare in Mint State.''
616 1800 LM-3 (R-4). LIBEKTY. AU $6,000.00
1800 LM-3 (R-4). LIBEKTY. Strong About Uncirculated. Broken top on the 'B' resembles a 'K' and gives...
Strong About Uncirculated. Broken top on the 'B' resembles a 'K' and gives this classic variety its name. This richly toned red-gold obverse and amazingly boldly detailed silvery reverse represent a late die state, showing a die bulge at 'BUS' in the reverse motto. Here is a wonderfully high grade example of a perennially popular variety of the early Half Dime series.
617 1800 LM-3 (R-4). LIBEKTY. CH VF $2,800.00
1800 LM-3 (R-4). LIBEKTY. Choice Very Fine. Broken top on the 'B' resembles a 'K' and gives this classic...
Choice Very Fine. Broken top on the 'B' resembles a 'K' and gives this classic variety its name. This coin presents an early die state, showing a minutely detailed reverse motto scroll and fully visible PLURIBUS. The obverse shows subtle red-gold contrasting with caramel-russet at the borders. The reverse is relatively uncomplicated silver. Gently cleaned long ago. Here is a second highly...  more
618 1801 LM-2 (R-4). LIB Wide AU $5,000.00
1801 LM-2 (R-4). LIB Wide. About Uncirculated or better in strict terms of wear, though some ancient...
About Uncirculated or better in strict terms of wear, though some ancient toned-over scratches can be sought out with a glass. This coin's date is distinguished by a peculiarly spindly 8, and the obverse rim is somewhat weakly struck. Wonderful blazing rose-red and iridescent blue toning join to assure the boldest visual appeal.
619 1803 LM-2 (R-4). Large 8 F / VG $1,000.00
1803 LM-2 (R-4). Large 8. Fine/Very Good. This date shows a large '8' and minute '3' that is measurably...
Fine/Very Good. This date shows a large '8' and minute '3' that is measurably tipped right. Both sides are well detailed with full stars and legend, the left obverse rim is somewhat weakly impressed. Handsome iridescent blue and russet-gold toning gives additional emphasis to the reliefs.
620 1805 LM-1 (R-4). Small 8 VG $700.00
1805 LM-1 (R-4). Small 8. Strong Very Good, nearly Fine in terms of overall wear and appeal. This...
Strong Very Good, nearly Fine in terms of overall wear and appeal. This example of the only die variety of this date shows a slightly wavy planchet, some inconspicuous scratches now toned over. As LM observe, this last date of the Draped Bust coinage ''is very difficult to obtain in grades above EF.''
Categories  •  Stack's March 2005 The Laurence H. Gardner Collection from the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society U. S. Half Dimes U. S. Capped Bust Half Dimes
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
621 1829 LM-4 (R-3). Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $450.00
1829 LM-4 (R-3). Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Tip of an arrow feather is directly in line with the...
Tip of an arrow feather is directly in line with the tip of the '5' on this distinctive reverse. The obverse displays delicate glowing rose toning haloed in iridescent silver and blue. The reverse displays a wealth of pure, bright frosty silver. This coin is a striking example of the first Capped Bust date, ideal for any high quality date or type collection.
622 1830 LM-6 (R-5). Dotted Date. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $500.00
1830 LM-6 (R-5). Dotted Date. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated and approaching Gem. A bold raised die...
- and approaching Gem. A bold raised die dot appears left of the base of the '1' in the date. Subtle pervasive rose is surrounded by iridescent silver with a touch of blue on this obverse, the reverse center is bright silver. LM observes that ''examples of this die marriage are particularly difficult to obtain in grades higher than EF.'' Here is a delightful exception to this rule.
623 1831 LM-6. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $300.00
1831 LM-6. Brilliant Uncirculated and virtually in the Choice category. This coin's delicately toned...
- and virtually in the Choice category. This coin's delicately toned blue-green obverse contrasts with the boldly reflective silver on this sharply struck example of a busy date in Half Dime annals, a coin that would be difficult to duplicate for quality and appeal.
624 1832 LM-5. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated VERY CH BU $1,500.00
1832 LM-5. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated and virtually of full Gem quality. A gentle suffusion...
- and virtually of full Gem quality. A gentle suffusion of green and rose enriches the obverse. The reverse is largely clear glowing rose with a hint of blue at upper rim. This handsome coin is not a great rarity of the date, but its overwhelming beauty cannot be denied.
625 1833 LM-1 (R-3). Last 3 High. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $700.00
1833 LM-1 (R-3). Last 3 High. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Last '3' in date is high, the reverse...
Last '3' in date is high, the reverse shows a small period after 5C. Startling prooflike gleam appears on both sides, obverse center is a dramatic bull's-eye of deep blue and rose. LM state ''examples above EF are difficult to locate.''
626 1834 LM-2 (R-3). MERI Touch at Base. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $325.00
1834 LM-2 (R-3). MERI Touch at Base. Brilliant Uncirculated in strict terms of wear, exhibiting a...
- in strict terms of wear, exhibiting a later obverse die state with a pronounced bulge beneath Liberty's chin. Obverse displays pleasing smoky gold with a hint of subtle green, the reverse is boldly reflective silver.
627 1835 LM-6. Large Date, Small 5C. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated VERY CH BU $2,400.00
1835 LM-6. Large Date, Small 5C. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated, on the very cusp of full Gem....
- on the very cusp of full Gem. Lovely frosty silver cartwheel lustre is complemented by a wealth of peripheral iridescent blue and light caramel of exceptional beauty. Here is an exceptionally high grade example boasting the most remarkable visual quality.
628 1836 LM-5. Small 5 C. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $400.00
1836 LM-5. Small 5 C. Brilliant Uncirculated and close to the Choice classification. A rich flush...
- and close to the Choice classification. A rich flush of clear red-gold covers the obverse, pale gold halos the generally frosty silver reverse. A relatively muted stage of the die clash noted by LM may be found in this boldly struck example's otherwise smooth obverse field.
629 1837 LM-5. Large 5 C. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $300.00
1837 LM-5. Large 5 C. Brilliant Uncirculated. A subtly gold-toned obverse contrasts with a bold silver...
A subtly gold-toned obverse contrasts with a bold silver reverse on this pleasing example of the last Capped Bust date. A glass finds signs of a light cleaning performed at some point in the past, and the coin is now retoning in fascinating variegated light gold.
Categories  •  Stack's March 2005 The Laurence H. Gardner Collection from the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society U. S. Half Dimes U. S. Liberty Seated Half Dimes
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
630 1837 No Stars, Large Date CH AU $350.00
1837 No Stars, Large Date. Choice About Uncirculated, virtually Mint State. This handsome variety...
Choice About Uncirculated, virtually Mint State. This handsome variety of the first date is distinguished by its flat-top 1. Rich silver frost underlies substantial red-gold toning on this coin's obverse while pale gold circles the sparkling silver reverse.
631 1838 No Drapery, Normal Stars. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated VERY CH BU $500.00
1838 No Drapery, Normal Stars. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. This virtual Gem's near-cameo contrast...
This virtual Gem's near-cameo contrast dramatizes the obverse with its frosty silver Liberty resting on a rich caramel and russet background. The reverse is silver-white with old-gold circling periphery. Here is a very sharply struck near-Gem of exceptional overall visual appeal.
632 1839 Repunched 39 AU $75.00
1839 Repunched 39. About Uncirculated. Light wear on the high points, tawny gold and blue-green fill...
About Uncirculated. Light wear on the high points, tawny gold and blue-green fill the obverse field, reverse shows frosty silver edged in gold. This repunched date is one of the more challenging varieties among the initial dates of the Liberty Seated series.
633 1840 No Drapery CH AU $175.00
1840 No Drapery. Choice About Uncirculated. A subtle band of iridescent silver halos the lightest...
Choice About Uncirculated. A subtle band of iridescent silver halos the lightest blue of this coin's colorful obverse field. The stark silver reverse is distinguished by a crisply defined arc of blue along the upper rim.
634 1841 Superb Gem Brilliant Uncirculated SUP GEM BU $3,750.00
1841 Superb Gem Brilliant Uncirculated. Jewel-sharp strike, the obverse is bathed in pale salmon and...
Jewel-sharp strike, the obverse is bathed in pale salmon and clear green-gray toning. The reverse is wonderfully frosty silver within a narrow old-gold border. Here is an ultra-Gem of surpassing quality and boldest visual appeal.
635 1842 Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated VERY CH BU $500.00
1842 Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. This vivid gold-toned obverse shows a high date, virtually...
This vivid gold-toned obverse shows a high date, virtually against the base of Liberty. The reverse presents almost clear silver with a delightful wisp of clear gold. An exceptional strike is protected by the highest raised rims.
636 1843 Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $325.00
1843 Choice Brilliant Uncirculated with strong claims to Gem. Obverse boasts frosty silver that flashes...
- with strong claims to Gem. Obverse boasts frosty silver that flashes boldly under a broad swathe of the most richly glowing rose surrounded by pale blue. The reverse displays assertively lustrous silver for dramatically contrasting beauty.
637 1844 Brilliant Uncirculated BU $220.00
1844 Brilliant Uncirculated and essentially Choice. The obverse of this example of an important low-mintage...
- and essentially Choice. The obverse of this example of an important low-mintage date boasts the most exquisite pink-rose that glows against a background of green and orange-gold. The reverse is fully frosty with only a suggestion of circling peripheral gold adding further visual appeal.
638 1845 Gem Brilliant Uncirculated GEM BU $750.00
1845 Gem Brilliant Uncirculated. A wealth of iridescent lilac-gray and a touch of rose beautify this...
A wealth of iridescent lilac-gray and a touch of rose beautify this deeply reflective obverse. Glowing frosty silver within russet-rose borders defines this meticulous reverse, creating a coin of the most remarkable overall visual appeal.
639 1846 AU $8,000.00
1846 Strong About Uncirculated or better. A wonderful example of this desirable date boasting gleaming...
Strong About Uncirculated or better. A wonderful example of this desirable date boasting gleaming graphite and deep blue toning on the obverse, a single hairline in the upper left field. The reverse is silver over an arc of russet and blue at the base. Discounting the unique 1870'S', the 1846 is the key date to the Liberty Seated Dime series, with very few offerings as attractive as this one....  more
640 1847 CH AU $270.00
1847 Choice About Uncirculated. All digits of the date touch Liberty's base. Delicate light blue saturates...
Choice About Uncirculated. All digits of the date touch Liberty's base. Delicate light blue saturates the smoothly gleaming obverse, while the reverse is frosty glowing silver with a whisper of clear gold.
641 1848 Medium Date. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $150.00
1848 Medium Date. Brilliant Uncirculated. Crisply struck with the lightest gray-gold diffused throughout...
Crisply struck with the lightest gray-gold diffused throughout the obverse. The reverse presents clear red-gold that follows the outer periphery for understated beauty and undeniable appeal.
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