1896 $5 MS65 PCGS. CAC....

Description

Low-Mintage 1896 Five Dollar, MS65
Rarely Seen as a Gem

1896 $5 MS65 PCGS. CAC. The production of circulation-strike half eagles dropped precipitously from 1895 to 1896, going from 1.3 million to a mere 58,960 pieces. This low mintage correlates to a very small availability of the 1896 in Gem condition. Both services combined have only certified seven Gems, with one coin finer (4/10). This fully struck example has bright, satiny mint luster and there are no mentionable abrasions on either side. A rare opportunity to acquire this overlooked issue in MS65. Population: 2 in 65, 1 finer (4/10).(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25YK, PCGS# 8392, GSID# 8942)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 59,063

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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