LOT #3591 |
Current Bid: $725
1908 $5 MS66 PCGS....
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Description
1908 Indian Half Eagle, MS66
Conditionally Elusive First-Year Issue
1908 $5 MS66 PCGS. Bela Lyon Pratt's famous Indian design,
with the devices sunken below the fields, was introduced to mixed
reviews in 1908. Criticism included a concern from nervous citizens
that the design could trap germs in the crevices, leading to severe
illness. We doubt that anyone actually became ill from handling
these coins. Today, of course, the Indian quarter eagles and half
eagles are highly popular with collectors. The present Premium Gem
is an exceptional first-year example that nearly reaches the top of
the population charts. PCGS has handled just three numerically
finer examples and NGC has seen four. This lovely example has bold
design definition and brilliant straw-gold luster. Population: 34
in 66 (4 in 66+), 3 finer (10/25).(Registry values: N7079)Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28DE, PCGS# 8510, Greysheet# 9308)
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.
Auction Info
2025 November 13 - 14 US Coins Signature® Auction #1387 (go to Auction Home page)
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November
13th
Thursday
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November
13th-14th
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