1794 Flowing Hair Half Dollar O-105a -- NGC VF20

T-3, R.6 Tompkins Die State 3. The rarer late die state of the Overton-105 die pairing, with a reverse crack from the dentils to the first T in STATES, and another from the eagle's right (facing) wingtip to the rim. Die failure on the reverse weakens the center, and on this piece the eagle's head is obscured by a combination of die buckle and wear. The remainder of the eagle is defined, though, and the remnants of adjustment marks are visible. The obverse is better-defined in the center, showing a bold and complete outline of Liberty's portrait. Old-time olive-green, gold, russet, and lilac-gray toning in the margins surrounds golden-gray interior color. The coin is problem-free and appealing. NGC Price Guide Estimate...$18,500.