Golden ivory at the centers gives way to mottled sapphire and honey, resulting in very attractive patina. The reflective fields contrast with the satiny luster of the design elements. Remnants of die polishing are prominent at the lower border below the date on the obverse, accompanying a trivial roughness behind Libertys left forearm. Libertys upper torso and foot show some typical softness, though the stars are nicely delineated. The reverse is well struck, somewhat soft at center and at select peripheral characters but overall bold. A glass reveals scattered imperfections unworthy of individual mention.Attractive enough to have been chosen by Oliver Jung, this piece has few peers by the measure of originality and eye appeal. It is the only MS-65 certified by PCGS. A trio of superior pieces is led by the MS-66+ (PCGS) Gardner coin.
