1912 $5 PR66 NGC. JD-1, R.4....

Description

1912 Half Eagle, PR66
Elusive This Well Preserved

1912 $5 PR66 NGC. JD-1, R.4. Ex: Simpson. Proof half eagle coinage remained fairly constant between 1911 and 1912 (139 vs 144 pieces, respectively). The entire 1912 production was delivered in March of that year. Today, only 80 to 100 pieces are believed to survive in all grades, which makes this date one of the more plentiful proof Indian Head fives in the series. Nonetheless, it is inherently scarce in light of the collector demand. NGC has certified only 38 examples, mainly in PR66 and PR67, possibly including resubmissions. An example of this issue appears at auction on average about once a year, and the quality varies between specimens. The Simpson coin is incredibly eye-appealing for the grade, with rich olive-gold patina and luminous matte surfaces. The preservation is outstanding, with not even a single notable abrasions evident. Census: 13 in 66, 20 finer (9/20).(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28E6, PCGS# 8543, Greysheet# 9336)

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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