1854 Braided Hair Half Cent. C-1. Rarity-1. MS-65 RB (PCGS).Far more Red than Brown, this otherwise mint orange example possesses minimal iridescent toning that is not readily evident at all viewing angles. Satiny, smooth and bright, this sharply struck, premium quality Gem is seemingly earmarked for inclusion in a high grade type set. Likely from a hoard of approximately 1,000 Mint State 1854 half cents -- many with considerable mint red -- discovered by August C. Gies of Pennsylvania, circa 1935. Manley Die State 1.0.PCGS Population: 28; 3 finer in this category (MS-66 RB finest).
