GTG: 1827 USA Bust Half

Hi,
If you saw my post in the ancients section, you will know there is an auction that I wanted to attend coming up. This coin is in it:


Now I would definitely bid on it if it can grade maybe AU-58 or MS?
I would appreciate any feedback.
Thanks,
Peter Z

 

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No higher than AU-55. I'm at AU-53. MS is just an unsupported fantasy.

 

Pretty coin. Nice clash on the reverse. I'll go with AU-58.

 

That would be a coin I'd need to see in-hand and check the luster on before deciding to bid. The details look like a solid 55 to me and I agree, nice coin with some cool clashing.

The traces of greenery are notable as well, particularly the spot on the top arrow shaft. If I were bidding on it that would affect my maximum.

 

I really like it, except for the nicks - hits on the face, nose, chin, etc. I see some wear on eagles wings. I'd say XF-45 to AU-50.
I spent about an hour trying to determine the Overton number, but I am stumped. The positioning of the 1-8-2-7 don't match the 49 varieties I looked at.
Also the tilted 0 in 50 C. is slightly off to any of the 49 varieties.
The green stuff bothers me a little also. But if you get it at say a dealer wholesale price, it's probably a great deal.

Enjoy CBH's

 

Agreed, that coin at XF money would be solid. It's when coins like that with some of the minor issues mentioned venture into AU $ territory that I lose interest.

 

If I had to guess I'd say O-131 but it doesn't give me that "nailed it" feeling at all. Maybe an expert will chime in.

 

Thanks for all the replies guys.
Thanks

 

I'm at AU-50 for a purchase price, AU-53 or 55 if submitted.

 

just check the mark from the field to the throat.

possible scratch, but not bad

 

It's O-131 and IMO tops out at 53. I'd feel better at AU-50.

My AU-50 O-131