1797 H10C PCGS XF40 (13 Stars) ex: D.L. Hansen

Description

A rare variety and the sole use of the 1797 13 Stars obverse, the 1797 13-star half dime is an exceedingly difficult issue and is designated as R-6 in all grades by Logan-McCloskey. Impressively well-defined considering the grade, the highpoints are touched by light, even wear with just a handful of old hits and scratches defining the grade. Silvery-gray color dominates with deeper gold around the stars and in the sheltered areas. An important piece for the specialist, PCGS reports only a dozen finer! - Draped Bust Half Dime