1857 $5 MS64 PCGS....

Description

1857 Half Eagle, MS64
Condition Census Rarity

1857 $5 MS64 PCGS. The 1857 is fairly plentiful among No Motto half eagles, and it is one of the few issues considered collectible in high grade. Nonetheless, such coins are rare. This near-Gem example is tied with four others as the finest at PCGS, and no NGC coins are rated this fine. We last handled this example more than a decade ago, and it is regarded as one of the most attractive 1857 fives known. Sharply struck design elements complement frosty orange-gold luster, with luminous fields that have only trivial signs of contact. Any No Motto half eagle in this grade is a rarity and highly important for the type collector. We have seen few examples of the type that rival this coin's appeal. Population: 5 in 64 (1 in 64+), 0 finer (8/20).(Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25V2, PCGS# 8271, Greysheet# 8903)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: Gold

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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