1854 $5 MS(PCGS#8256)

Spring 2022 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

5068

Grade

MS63

Price

9,000

Lot Description

1854 Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-63 (PCGS). Noteworthy preservation is notable on this otherwise readily obtainable 1850s half eagle issue. Blended rose-gold color and satin to softly frosted luster are seen on fully Choice surfaces that display a bold to sharp strike. The 1854 is a surprise rarity in Mint State despite its status as a Philadelphia Mint issue with a relatively generous mintage of 160,675 pieces. Survivors are seldom offered with the quality and eye appeal of this present example. Sure to catch the attention of astute gold collectors. Provenance: From the Fairmont Collection-Hendricks Set. PCGS Population: 8; 5 finer (MS-64 finest). PCGS# 8256. NGC ID: 25UG. Click here for certification details from PCGS.