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Prized Near-Gem Cameo Proof 1904 Half Eagle

1904 $5 PR64 Cameo PCGS. Most of the 1902-1907 proof gold coinage, for reasons that are undocumented today, was the subject of Mint experimentation that changed from the reflective cameo appearance of earlier years to a "semibrilliant" appearance that generally lacked any field-device contrast. As such, Cameo pieces such as the present half eagle are quite elusive and highly prized by the numismatic cognoscenti. The devices are well frosted and the fields are deeply reflective, producing significant contrast that is apparent even to the most casual observer. The mellow orange-gold surfaces and relative lack of contact make this piece appear high-end for the grade. (Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28DA, PCGS# 88499, GSID# 9297)

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


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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Auction Info

Auction Dates
Jul-Aug, 2008
30th-3rd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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