1838 50¢. Judd 72 (R-5). Brilliant Proof, on the cusp of Choice. Silver, RE. Gobrecht's distinctive draped bust wears a headband turning downward, inscribed LIBERTY. A somewhat angular eagle faces right, seated on olive branch and four arrows, flanked by round pellets similar to those on the Flying Eagle Dollars. Tawny copper-red peripheral toning highlights this coin's premium visual quality. PCGS PR62.
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