1794 Flowing Hair Half Dollar. O-101a, T-7. Rarity-3+. VG-8 (PCGS). CAC. This handsome piece is warmly and originally toned in blended dove and olive-gray. The detail wanes a bit along the lower right obverse border, but the date and all stars are clear. Otherwise boldly defined for the grade, the surfaces are overall smooth in hand, although accuracy does compel us to mention a couple of wispy pin scratches over and around Libertys portrait. Tompkins Die Stage 1/5.While 23,464 1794 half dollars were struck, perhaps just 600 or so examples remain of the nations premier half dollar issue, a figure that encompasses all known Overton varieties and grades. In comparison to offerings of the 1795 date, half dollars of 1794 are few and far between in the auction marketplace. When offered, circulated coins are often significantly impaired. The present VG example, with solid eye appeal and attractive surfaces, is a thoroughly appealing candidate for both half dollar specialists and early type collectors.
