1868-S $5 MS(PCGS#8316)

The August 2013 Chicago ANA World's Fair of Money

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

5177

Grade

AU55

Price

2,468

Lot Description

1868-S Liberty Half Eagle. AU-55 (NGC). This scarce date and mint is considered rare above the EF grade level. This piece comes down to us with uncommonly little wear. Both sides retain bold striking detail and much of the original, satin-to-softly frosted luster. Otherwise honey-gold in color, pretty champagne-pink highlights gravitate toward the rims. PCGS# 8316. NGC Census: 20; 11 finer, just two of which are Mint State.