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1920 50C Maine, MS


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Type Coin
Title 1920 50C Maine, MS
Date 1920
Grade MS64
Service NGC
Service Catalog # 9326
Denomination 50C
Description

1920 50C Maine MS64 NGC. Glimmering mint frost shines from each side of this near-Gem Maine Centennial commemorative half dollar. The lower obverse rim and entire reverse border display pleasing multicolor toning that includes blue, rose-violet, and gold elements. The impression is uniformly crisp, and there are few significant abrasions. Anthony de Francisci, the sculptor of Peace dollar fame, was responsible for modeling the designs. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15461, realized $126. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

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