1850-D $5 MS(PCGS#8245)

The Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3049

Grade

AU58

Price

6,600

Lot Description

Choice 1850-D Half Eagle 1850-D Liberty Head Half Eagle. Winter 28-U. AU-58 (PCGS). Frosty medium gold surfaces are uncommonly smooth for a lightly circulated Dahlonega Mint half eagle. The central high points are a bit soft, but otherwise we note bold to sharp striking detail to design elements. The D mintmark is faint, typical of this reverse die, but not enough to classify this piece as a Weak D. Elusive in all grades due to extensive circulation, the 1850-D half eagle is typically represented by well worn, and often impaired survivors. In Choice About Uncirculated preservation this is one of the finest PCGS-certified examples from a mintage of 43,984 pieces. Just right for an advanced Southern gold cabinet, in which it will surely rank among the leading highlights. Provenance: From the Fairmont Collection - JBR Set. PCGS Population: 10; 6 finer (MS-61 finest). PCGS# 8245. NGC ID: 25U3. 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.