1878-S Liberty Seated Half Dollar. WB-1, the only known dies. Rarity-5. VG Details--Graffiti (PCGS). We are thrilled to be offering multiple examples of this elusive key date Liberty Seated half dollar issue in this sale, coins that will appeal to collectors working with radically different numismatic budgets. If the Pogue specimen is beyond ones reach, the E. Horatio Morgan specimen is a more affordable alternative. Of course, all survivors from a mintage of 12,000 coins for the 1878-S are rare and enjoy strong demand in todays highly competitive market, and there are only about 50 to 60 examples believed extant. This is a pleasingly toned piece with dominant silver and dove-gray patina to both sides, isolated peripheral areas revealing pale golden highlights as the surfaces rotate under a light. A touch of glossiness to the texture is easily forgiven, while the initials in the left and right obverse field areas that explain the PCGS qualifier are just as easy to overlook at most viewing angles. All major design elements are boldly outlined, and the rims are distinct from the peripheral devices. A significant offering that is sure to find many willing buyers. From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection.
