1812 $5 MS(PCGS#8112)

March 2020 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

4179

Grade

XF45

Price

5,280

Lot Description

1812 Capped Bust Left Half Eagle. BD-2. Rarity-4+. Close 5D. EF-45 (PCGS). The Narrow 5D variety, easily the scarcer of the two known die pairs for the date. This green-golden example displays typical wear as expected of the assigned grade, but post-strike abrasions are minimal. The curls exhibit modest wear, however, the wing plumage and shield are sharp. PCGS# 8112. NGC ID: 25PL. Click here for certification details from PCGS.