Lot 1458
1841-C $5 Liberty. NGC graded MS-61. Well struck with nice wide borders and wire rims. Plenty of satiny mint luster remains and all is lightly toned. Indeed, the strike on this early C-mint rarity is all that could be desired: full stars and hair waves (including the long curl above the ear which is exquisitely detailed, clear hair bun and beaded cord. There is a single short hairline in the field between the first two stars on the left and another between stars 3 and 4. Consistency is also a hallmark of the reverse where the eagle projects its feathers and shield detail for all to admire. The leaves show their central veins; the arrows, their central shafts. Bold square rims act like a picture frame around the entire composition. A worthwhile bid is called for to obtain this handsome specimen. Pop 4; 3 finer with 2 in 62, 1 in 64 (PCGS # 8203) .
Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000.
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