1900 $5, CAM PR(PCGS#88495)

1900 $5, CAM PR (PCGS#88495)

November 2017 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Lot Description: 1900 Liberty Head Half Eagle. Proof-66 Cameo (PCGS). CAC. Captivating golden-yellow surfaces possess strong cameo contrast between the fields and devices. The former are deeply mirrored in finish and form a splendid backdrop to sharply defined, satin textured devices. Smooth enough to be virtually pristine, to see this coin is to admire it for both its technical quality and eye appeal. From a mintage of 230 pieces, the highest in the Proof Liberty Head half eagle series, although survivors are rare and number only about 100 or so coins in all grades. As a premium quality Gem the specimen offered here is very rare from a condition standpoint and would serve as a highlight in the finest cabinet. PCGS# 88495. NGC ID: 28D6. PCGS Population: just 1; 0 finer in this category. Provenance: From the Alexander Collection.