1844-O $5

Description

NGC 1844-O MS 60. While one of the more so-called "common" dates in the No Motto series of half eagles, the same cannot be said for this date in mint condition. Probably no more than 10-12 pieces exist in uncirculated. As such, it is an important coin for type purposes, both because it is in mint state and also because of the popular O-mintmark. This piece is fully struck and shows bright semi-prooflike fields. The coin appears to have been struck from heavily lapped dies as a small portion of the eagle's left leg has been polished away. Minimally abraded for the grade with even orange-gold color. Population: 2 in 60, 6 finer (4/94).

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25TA, PCGS# 8222, GSID# 8977)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 364,600

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