The unprecedented crossover underscores his personal efforts to combat “grade inflation.”
1879 “Washlady” Half Dollar. A single example in white metal J-1598A is known (ex:Kaufman-RARCOA 8/78, Kagin 7/79, Ivy 2/82, Heritage 7/03, Rau-Heritage 4/18).
Obverse Description
Charles E. Barber’s Society Lady (popularly called Washlady) design. IN GOD WE TRUST above, seven stars left, six stars right, date 1879 below.
Reverse Description
Perched eagle holding olive branch (with seven leaves) and three arrows (passing behind the wing). E PLURIBUS UNUM in arc above. Around border, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / HALF DOLLAR.
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