1835 $5 MS(PCGS#8173)

Spring 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

5002

Grade

AU55

Price

3,840

Lot Description

1835 Classic Head Half Eagle. HM-1. Rarity-2+. AU-55 (PCGS). CAC. A fully original piece with glints of orange on otherwise honey-olive surfaces. More than 371,000 half eagles were struck in 1835 and and circulated as workhorse coins for years. Because of this, well worn 1835 half eagles are easily obtained, but About Uncirculated and Mint State pieces are remarkably scarce. Provenance: From the Fairmont Collection - CAG Set. To view all items From the Fairmont Collection - CAG Set click here. PCGS# 8173. NGC ID: 25RV. 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.