1887-S $5 MS(PCGS#8371)

March 2021 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

5814

Grade

MS64+

Price

1,680

Lot Description

1887-S Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-64+ (PCGS). CAC. Exceptionally smooth surfaces set this coin apart from virtually all other certified 1887-S half eagles in numismatic circles. Bountiful mint frost is also a praiseworthy attribute, and vivid rose-gold patina provides outstanding visual appeal. Survivors from a generous mintage of 1,912,000 pieces are available in grades through MS-63, but any finer and the 1887-S becomes a noteworthy condition rarity. Among the highest graded at the leading third-party certification services, this premium quality near-Gem is sure to see spirited bidding from gold enthusiasts. Provenance: From the Fairmont Collection. PCGS Population: 6; 6 finer (MS-66 finest). PCGS# 8371. NGC ID: 25XW. 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.