1858-S $5 MS(PCGS#8279)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2177

Grade

AU55

Price

4,080

Lot Description

1858-S Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-55 (PCGS). Adorned with warm honey-yellow surfaces this fully struck example exhibits sharp detail and full relief on both sides. Nice luster still remains and is prominent in the protected areas. 1858 is a case study in the relative survival of Half Eagles from the various mints; Philadelphia, Dahlonega, and San Francisco saw essentially equivalent production levels, yet NGC has graded 73, 122, and 53 of each, respectively. Yet the 1858-S does not seem to trade at enough of a premium to the 1858-D at the AU-50 grade level, making this coin an astute purchase on the long term. PCGS# 8279. NGC ID: 25VA. Click here for certification details from PCGS.