1901 $2 1/2

Description

1901 Half Eagle PR 64. With only 140 proof half eagles minted, this date was destined to be scarce. No estimate of survivors are given in the literature on this date, but we would hazard a guess that no more than 50 examples remain today in all grades. This is a bright, sparkling proof that displays unfathomable depth of mirrored reflectivity in the fields. The devices are lightly frosted, and there is an area of light die polish that runs diagonally down the face of Liberty--a curious mint-caused phenomenon that interrupts the flow of mint frost. The fields are lightly hairlined, and overall the coin has most of the eye appeal of a gem.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 288R, PCGS# 7927, GSID# 8582)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 223

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.