1865 Liberty Seated Silver Dollar. Proof-64 (PCGS).This 1865 silver dollar offers outstanding original toning in delicate silver-lilac and golden-olive patina that provides strong eye appeal. Direct lighting reveals a bold cameo finish that is not mentioned on the PCGS insert. Fully struck and carefully preserved, this premium quality near-Gem is sure to appeal to astute bidders. The mintage of Proof 1865 silver dollars amounted to 500 pieces, all of which were distributed as part of the years silver Proof sets. A fair number of these coins have survived, although the quality of individual specimens is usually below average due to hairlines and other evidence of careless handling. With Mint State 1865 circulation strike silver dollar elusive, carefully preserved and attractive Proofs such as the Choice example offered here are always in demand.
