An outstanding 1806/5 Bust Half Dollar coin earns $67,650 at Morphy's $1.2M Premier Coins Auction

DENVER, Pa. - May 4, 2026 - PRLog -- A fine example of an 1806/5 Bust Half Dollar coin, the Overton-103a variety graded PCGS MS63+, soared to $67,650 at Morphy's Premier Coins auction held April 28. It was the top achiever of the 368 lots that came up for bid in a sale that tallied over $1.2 million, including the buyer's premium. The catalog was a numismatist's dream, and collectors turned out in full force.

Auction categories included antique and vintage US gold and silver coins (high-grade silver dollars were especially abundant), rare Lincoln head and Indian head pennies, mint coin sets, tokens, paper money spanning multiple generations, foreign currency, bank drafts, commemorative coins, solid gold bars, and more.

The 1806/5 Bust Half Dollar coin attracted bidders not just for its rarity but also because its high-grade condition placed it firmly in the Choice to Near-Gem-Mint State range. It was also distinguished by CAC approval. The coin exhibited strong detail, an excellent strike, and appealing originality throughout, making it an outstanding example of the variety. It surpassed its $60,000 high estimate and, as mentioned above, realized $67,650.

A Gem-grade 1879-CC Morgan Dollar, graded MS65 PCGS, sold within estimate for $33,210. The key date displayed all the hallmarks of a true high-end example. The strike was bold and fully realized, bringing out crisp definition in Liberty's curls and the eagle's feathers. The fields were smooth, bright and attractive. The coin combined rarity, eye appeal and certification strength.

A 1798/7 overdate $10 Capped Bust Heraldic Eagle with 9x4 stars, graded Very Fine 30 by PCGS and one of only 900 struck, finished just above the high estimate for $32,595. It was an important variety that boasted the second-lowest mintage of the series, with the PCGS Population Report listing only two examples at the 30 Level as of March 2026. The coin displayed even, honest wear.

An 1889-CC Morgan Dollar graded MS62 PCGS brought $31,980, about what was expected; while an 1893-S Morgan Dollar graded AU50 PCGS, climbed past the $25,000 high estimate to realize $27,060. The coin showed the kind of originality and surface integrity collectors hope to find at this level, and presented clean, distraction-free fields, giving it a smooth, appealing look.

To discuss consigning to a future Premier Coins Auction, or other auction hosted by Morphy's, please call Dan Morphy at 877-968-8880, or email him at info@morphyauctions.com. All enquiries are kept strictly confidential, and there is never an obligation to consign. Online: www.morphyauctions.com.