1909-O $5 AU58 PCGS....

Description

Sharp 1909-O Five Dollar, AU58

1909-O $5 AU58 PCGS. With a mintage of 34,200 pieces, the 1909-O is one of the rarest issues in the Indian Head half eagle series. According to Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth (2006): "It has long been considered a key date and is always in feverish demand." In A Handbook of 20th-Century United States Gold Coins, David Akers notes, "In terms of overall rarity, this is the premier issue of the series."
The 1909-O is especially elusive in Mint State, and as such the present example offers a prime opportunity to acquire an affordable near-Uncirculated specimen. PCGS has graded only 58 pieces in all Mint State grades (6/08). The present AU58 example boasts still-lustrous khaki-gold surfaces that show just a trace of highpoint rub and a few light abrasions consistent with the near-Mint State grade. Moreover, the design elements exhibit sharp detail. The astute specialist will not pass up this singular opportunity.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25ZK, PCGS# 8515, Greysheet# 9320)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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