1834 $5 Classic Head, Plain 4 MS(PCGS#8171)

March 2021 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

5875

Grade

AU53

Price

1,680

Lot Description

1834 Classic Head Half Eagle. HM-2. Rarity-4. Plain 4. AU-53 (PCGS). A thoroughly delightful example of this transitional issue. The bright lemon-yellow complexion is accented by significant luster in the protected areas. Lightly reflective in the fields and free from all but the most minor traces of handling. Well struck from the scarce HM-2 dies. PCGS# 8171. NGC ID: 25RR. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.