1909-O $5

Description

1909-O AU 58. With the lowest mintage in the series (34,200 pieces), the 1909-O is the premier rarity among Indian half eagles. It is conditionally scarce as well with AU pieces such as this one being very elusive. As always, the striking details are a bit soft, but curiously, the mintmark is quite bold with even the left side of the O strongly defined. The most obvious surface marks are a couple on the Native American's face and one in the field just out from his nose. Much subdued satiny luster still remains. Trends $1,950 in AU 50, $7,500 in MS 60 (5/23).

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

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 34,200

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