1913-S $5 MS(PCGS#8526)

The Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3217

Grade

MS63+

Price

13,200

Lot Description

Condition Rarity 1913-S Half Eagle 1913-S Indian Half Eagle. MS-63+ (PCGS). This is a beautiful example of a challenging issue, both sides bathed in frosty honey-orange luster. The strike is uncommonly sharp for the issue, and the surface quality is superior with an overall smooth, fully Choice appearance. A bit blunt in the center, the S mintmark is raised, fully outlined and readily appreciable even without the aid of a loupe. One of the scarcest Indian half eagles, the 1913-S is more challenging to locate than the 1911-S and 1916-S, among other issues in this series. Gems are all but unknown, and even in MS-63+ and MS-64 the 1913-S is rare and eagerly sought by today's discerning 20th century gold collectors. A highly significant offering that is sure to see spirited bidding at auction. Provenance: From the Fairmont Collection - JBR Set. PCGS Population: 5; 18 finer (MS-66 finest). PCGS# 8526. NGC ID: 25ZP. 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.