1856 $5 MS62 PCGS....

Description

Elusive Mint State 1856 Liberty Half Eagle

1856 $5 MS62 PCGS. Like most early P-mint issues in this series, the otherwise common 1856 (197,990 pieces produced) is a scarce date in Mint State. A reddish-gold example, the surfaces display a satiny finish that typically abraded for the assigned grade. The strike is not full, but most major features are suitably defined for the type. Population: 8 in 62, 5 finer (9/04).(#8266) (Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25UV, PCGS# 8266, GSID# 8902)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 197,990

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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