1870 SEATED LIBERTY 50C, J-993 PR65+ Red Brown

GEM RED BROWN SURFACES. RARITY-7. SOLE HIGHEST GRADED.
Grading Service: PCGS
SKU: 142942
Cert Number: 40276297
$20,000.00**
$21,450.00
Bring This Coin to Life
In 1870, a year marked by significant cultural and technological milestones in American history, several events stood out for their enduring impact and innovation. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City was founded, a monumental event in the cultural life of the nation. This institution would grow to become one of the world's largest and most influential art museums, housing a vast and diverse collection that spans thousands of years of human history. This development underscored America's growing commitment to the arts and cultural preservation. The same year witnessed the establishment of the United States Weather Bureau, now known as the National Weather Service. This federal agency was formed to provide essential weather forecasts and warnings, representing a major advancement in meteorological science in the United States. Its inception was crucial in aiding agricultural, commercial, and everyday planning, significantly contributing to public safety and economic stability. In the realm of industry and commerce, 1870 was notable for the incorporation of Standard Oil by John D. Rockefeller. This company quickly became the world's largest and most influential multinational corporation, symbolizing the rise of big business in America and setting the stage for the modern corporate economy. Standard Oil's establishment marked a turning point in the American oil industry and had profound implications for the global economy. Moreover, Christmas was declared a federal holiday in 1870 by President Ulysses S. Grant. This declaration formally recognized the cultural and religious significance of Christmas, solidifying its place in American tradition and national observance.
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