1859-C $5 MS62 PCGS....

Description

Condition Census 1859-C Half Eagle, MS62

1859-C $5 MS62 PCGS. Variety 1. Among the finest known examples of this late Charlotte issue. Only bettered by two MS63 pieces and the fabulous MS66 coin formerly in the Elrod and Eliasberg Collections. Sharply defined on the obverse, the reverse shows the usual softness from an improperly annealed reverse die. The obverse fields are bright and moderately prooflike, a result of heavy die striations on that side. Even orange-gold toning graces both sides. Careful study locates a mint-produced strike-through on the field above the eagle's neck, and a couple of delicate hair-thin marks on the cheek. Population: 1 in 62, 2 finer (6/09).(Registry values: P4)

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

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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