1839 $5 MS63 NGC....

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1839 Half Eagle, MS63
Debut of the Gobrecht Design

1839 $5 MS63 NGC. Christian Gobrecht's Liberty Head design first appeared on half eagles in 1839 after its previous appearance on gold eagles in 1838. The Philadelphia Mint coined 118,143 of these half eagles in 1839, with 36,000 more struck at Charlotte and Dahlonega combined. These coins are rarely found in Mint State grades, and this Select example is an important entry that ranks among the dozen finest survivors. Despite a few weak stars on the obverse, this lovely yellow-gold half eagle has a sharp strike and exceptional eye appeal. It is destined for a world-class Liberty half eagle collection. Census: 6 in 63, 7 finer (11/21).
From The Buxton Collection. (Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25S7, PCGS# 8191, Greysheet# 8883)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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