LOT #3131 |
Current Bid: $230
1899-S $5 MS66 PCGS....
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Description
1899-S Liberty Half Eagle, MS66
Condition Census Example
1899-S $5 MS66 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint struck more than
1.5 million Liberty half eagles in 1899, but the 1899-S is seldom
seen in high Mint State grades. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth note:"Although the mintage for the 1899-S half eagle is considerably higher than that of the 1899 Philadelphia issue, this date is many, many times rarer in choice and gem conditions. Most members of this issue must have met their fate in the melting furnace, as it is much scarcer than the very high mintage would suggest."
This delightful Premium Gem fits comfortably within the Condition Census for the example. The design elements are sharply detailed throughout, and the impeccably preserved orange-gold surfaces radiate vibrant mint luster from both sides. Overall eye appeal is terrific. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (8/25).(Registry values: P2)
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25YT, PCGS# 8399, Greysheet# 9099)
Weight: 8.36 grams
Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
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Auction Info
2025 October 2 - 5 GACC US Coins Signature® Auction #1386 (go to Auction Home page)
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October
2nd
Thursday
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October
2nd-5th
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