1928 S$1

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# 1928 Peace Dollar PCGS MS-65 - Key Date Rarity with Exceptional Provenance. An exceptional Peace Dollar representing the absolute key date of the series, this 1928 Philadelphia Mint Silver Dollar stands as a numismatic treasure of remarkable historical significance and scarcity. Graded a pristine *PCGS MS-65*, this specimen exemplifies the finest quality of a coin with the lowest mintage in the entire Peace Dollar series, save for the 1922 High Relief variant. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a mere 360,649 pieces produced, the 1928 Peace Dollar has long been considered a cornerstone rarity among 20th-century American coinage. The coin displays exceptional mint luster and original surfaces, characteristic of the finest preserved examples from this critically low mintage year. Its Anthony de Francisci design remains sharply detailed, with minimal evidence of bag marks or handling. Technical Specifications: - Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper. - Weight: 26.73g. - Diameter: 38.1mm. - Mintage: 360,649. - PCGS Population: Only 83 coins graded higher. Provenance and Significance: Steeped in numismatic lore, the 1928 Peace Dollar was initially believed to be minted exclusively for cornerstone-laying ceremonies. While this myth has been debunked, the coin's extreme rarity remains unquestioned. With a PCGS Population Report indicating only 432 total graded examples, this *MS-65* represents an extraordinary opportunity for the advanced collector. Estimated Value: $5,250 and up