1874 $5 MS60 PCGS....

Description

1874 Half Eagle, MS60
Only 3,488 Circulation Strikes

1874 $5 MS60 PCGS. The Mint only produced 3,488 half eagles in circulation-strike format in 1874. It is unlikely that many more than 100 or so pieces exist, making the 1874 much scarcer than most people give it credit for. This Uncirculated example displays a trace of semireflectivity in the fields despite myriad abrasions. Strike definition is essentially complete. Population: 4 in 60, 7 finer (7/21).(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25WN, PCGS# 8333, Greysheet# 8921)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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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