1859-C $5 AU53 NGC....

Description

Lovely 1859-C Half Eagle, AU53

1859-C $5 AU53 NGC. Variety 27-M. The only variety known. This piece shows only slight evidence of die rust on the reverse lettering, and is therefore Die State I. Lovely shades of yellow to orange patina cover both sides. The stars, eagle, and hair are soft, but all the denticles are sharply defined. Moderate luster gleams beneath the toning, and is only mildly obscured by abrasions. Softness is noted on the shield and the left stars, but the rest of the designs are well defined. A scarce issue with a mintage of 31,847 pieces, the 1859-C half eagle is difficult to locate in About Uncirculated and finer grades.(Registry values: P4)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VC, PCGS# 8281, GSID# 9029)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 31,847

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