1890-CC $5 MS64 PCGS....

Description

Elusive 1890-CC Half Eagle, MS64

1890-CC $5 MS64 PCGS. PCGS has been grading coins since 1986, and in those 23 years they have only certified two finer 1890-CC half eagles, an MS65 and an MS66. Even in MS64, the total population is only 31 coins. Clearly, this is an important issue in such high grades, and this Choice Mint State piece is the best that most collectors can hope to obtain. Therefore, it is important to be cognizant of quality, as a high-end MS64 such as the present coin is virtually the equal of an MS65. This piece is sharply struck, even retaining some feather detail on the eagle's neck. It is highly lustrous, with traces of orange toning over the yellow-gold surfaces, and it has only the slightest surface marks to prevent a Gem grade. Truly an exceptional coin for the grade.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25Y3, PCGS# 8376, Greysheet# 9085)

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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