1853-O Liberty Seated Half Dime. No Arrows. V-1. Unc Details--Cleaned (PCGS). The nature of he cleaning is evident due to the subdued appearance of the surfaces, but it does appears to be minor, as best we can tell. Minor striking softness is detected on the digits of the date, otherwise, all other detail is sharply defined including the reverse. The 1853-O No Arrows half dime is an elusive issue that is typically found in low grades and quite well worn. To find an example in higher grade, such as this piece, usually requires a long and difficult search. From B. Max Mehls sale of the William Cutler Atwater Collection, June 1946, lot 1200; Lester Merkins sale of September 1968, lot 181; our (Stacks) sale of the May 1974, lot 276. Lester Merkin and Stacks lot tags included.
