1890 $5 MS(PCGS#8375)

March 2021 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

5818

Grade

AU58

Price

2,640

Lot Description

1890 Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-58 (PCGS). CAC. Modestly semi-prooflike in finish, this overall satiny example is fully endowed with warm golden-honey patina. The 1890 hails from a brief period of time near the end of the 19th century that saw limited half eagle production in circulation strike format. Neither the Philadelphia nor San Francisco mint struck any coins in this format in 1887 and 1889, respectively, while production at the former facility was limited in 1888, 1889 and 1890. An undeniable key date among late date Liberty Head half eagles, the circulation strike 1890 was produced to the extent of just 4,240 pieces. Elusive in all grades, most survivors are low to middle AU in quality. This is one of the nicest Choice About Uncirculated coins we have ever offered, and a highlight of the impressive offerings from the Fairmont Collection. Provenance: From the Fairmont Collection. PCGS Population: 15; 25 finer (MS-66 finest). PCGS# 8375. NGC ID: 25Y2. 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.