| Lot # | Auction | Current Bid or Hammer Price | Description |
| 717 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $220.00 |
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1837, 1838, and 1839, as described.
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Campania Estate. Here is a trio of of reeded-edge bust half-dollars that all seem to be winning, original coins of consecutive dates. They can be listed as follows: 1837 (VF-20), 1838 (VG/small... |
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| 645 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $400.00 |
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1837 (GR-23) PCGS AU-53.
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Swooping luster typical of the reeded-edge halves dominates the aesthetics, although each side shows a slightly erratic and pronounced layer of ashy patina. A thin but generally brief scratch... |
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| 822 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $1,050.00 |
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1837, 1838, and 1839-O, as described.
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Apple Peel Collection. Reeded-edge halves comprise this trio, including a New Orleans piece. We grade them as: 1837 (VF or better, old dip), 1838 (VF, dark patina), and 1839-O (ex-ANACS... |
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| 571 | The Collectors' Auction 2012 on 10/05/2012 | $320.00 |
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1837, 1838, and 1839, all circulated.
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1837 is by far the banner coin, with hints of luster at the XF-45 grade. 1838 retains some bold details at the Fine level, while 1839 grades only Good and shows considerable honest wear. None of... |
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| 572 | The Collectors' Auction 2012 on 10/05/2012 | $875.00 |
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1837 NGC AU-58.
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At first glance, this looks exactly like a choice-uncirculated half-dollar, as each side features extensive, spinning luster that flows right through the fields, complete and unbroken to the naked... |
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| 583 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2012 on 07/27/2012 | $260.00 |
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1837 AU details/cleaned.
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Swoopy luster can still be detected in the fields, but an unfortunate cleaning has removed vibrancy from the flowlines. A bit of greyish toning has recovered at the edges of the obverse, and the... |
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| 700 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2011 on 07/29/2011 | $725.00 |
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1837 XF details/cleaned, 1837 AU details/cleaned, and 1839 AU...
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No member of this trio has remained free from the problems associated with cleaning, since all are too white to pass as original. However, these are the kinds of silver coins that would greatly... |
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| 556 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $1,200.00 |
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1837 NGC MS-62.
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Perhaps only a couple too many marks on the obverse deprive a fully choice MS-63 grade, but in terms of detail, luster and steely platinum-tan originality, this is an attractive reeded-edge half,... |
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| 768 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $950.00 |
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1837, 1838 and 1839-O.
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Reeded-edge coins only are included in this lot of bust half-dollars. The dates are cataloged as follows: 1837 (XF-45/very lightly cleaned), 1838 (VF-30), and 1839-O (XF-40/cleaned). The key coin... |
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| 769 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $450.00 |
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1837 NGC AU-58.
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Without question, this reeded-edge half has all the appearance of an uncirculated coin, bearing a full complement of cartwheel luster in the fields and highly brilliant surfaces that shine. Just very... |
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| 770 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $450.00 |
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1837 NGC AU-58.
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Leaden, dusky golden-grey patina subdues most remaining luster, leaving little cartwheel effect and requiring grade assessment by remaining detail. Fortunately, despite some spidery die cracks from... |
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| 771 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $775.00 |
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1837 MS-61.
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CONSIGNOR: CATALOGER: 1837, MS-61, From the Forest Park Collection. |
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| 562 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $200.00 |
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1837 AU-55 Cleaned.
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This tougher Bust Half Dollar has AU+ detail, but has unfortunately been cleaned. The coin is bright white and still has traces of original mint luster. |
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| 563 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $625.00 |
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1837 NGC AU-58.
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Gunmetal gray surfaces with darker indigo toning can be observed on both the obverse and reverse of this super nice Bust Half Dollar. It has MS-60+ detail and also has a small amount of wear. |
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| 564 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $550.00 |
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1837 MS-62 Lightly Cleaned.
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A lot of original mint luster still remains on this really neat Bust Half Dollar. It looks as though it was lightly cleaned a long time ago. Attractive toning can be observed on the peripheries of... |
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| 1119 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $220.00 |
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1837 AU-50.
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This representative from the terminal year of the "50 CENTS" reverse variety displays an elegant mingling of russet and blue hues. Some delicate hairlines and trivial marks are noted on this sharply... |
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| 1439 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $290.00 |
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1837 AU.
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Smooth pewter gray surfaces with hair and feather detail that would rival the strongest struck Unc examples. However, the reverse letters that make up the word CENTS are weak. The marks are what you... |
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| 1440 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $500.00 |
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1837 MS-60.
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The final year of this "50 CENTS" reverse variety. Its lustrous surfaces display a blend of exquisite hues of deep orange and blue that copiously blanket this sharply struck issue. Minimal marks are... |
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| 593 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $170.00 |
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1837 XF-45.
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A problem-free Half Dollar with no distractions and great eye appeal. Rose patina adorns both the obverse and reverse of this gunmetal gray coin. |
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| 594 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $255.00 |
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1837 AU-55.
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This is quite a coin. The reverse has rainbow toning hugging the devices and shows die polishing lines. The obverse has incandescent tones of rose and no distractions. The entire coin is... |
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