The
numismatic world rang in the new year with some hot auctions and sales! Setting
a record for an NGC graded example, a 1968-S Kennedy graded PF68 Star Ultra
Cameo sold in auction on Rare Collectibles TV for $700! Additionally, we were
able to place one of the finest known Proof Barber Half dollars: a 1907 in PF
68 Cameo- highest grade and finest known for its year! 2 of the finest known
Morgan Dollars, an 1890 and 1896 in PF 69 Star Ultra Cameo, have found a new
home with one of our clients. And finally, we placed the 1901-S Morgan in 65
Plus Star DPL as well- another finest known for its year! This issue
is full to the brim with irreplaceable coins, including 46 Everest examples!
These are the crème de la crème in eye-appeal and rarity for their issue!! 10 years
ago, I wrote about the popularity of both Franklin & Kennedy half dollars
in the NGC & PCGS registries. Today, the Franklin & Kennedy half
dollars remain, by an immense margin, the most popular Half Dollar registry
sets, but how do the numbers compare to 10 years ago? Back in
2013, there were just over 2,400 Franklin half dollar registry sets in both
Mint State and Proof between NGC and PCGS. Today, that number grew to a MAMMOTH 6,862!! Nearly triple the number of
sets! If you’re looking to compete in
the registry, there’s no better way than with one of my RT Die variety Ultra
Cameo Franklins. In recognition of the quality and rarity of these RT Die
varieties, NGC awards additional registry points to each certified
example! Or if Kennedy half dollars are what
you’re interested in, just look at how the popularity of the series has
exploded over the last ten years. · 2013 total number of Registry sets
2,500 · 2023 total number of Registry sets 8,855!!!! The popularity of the series and
registry sets have DRAMATICALLY increased over the last ten years. The ranks of
collectors assembling superb Franklin half dollar sets will continue to grow.
At the same time, collectors who are acquiring finest known specimens now will
be in an enviable position as we advance through the coming decade. This is the
decade of the Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollar Series! Warmest
Regards, Rick Tomaska