Lot 3618
1849-C $5 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-60. A rare coin in mint state, even in this moderate lower end of the spectrum grade. We note the fields are prooflike and the reflective surface remains in the protected areas of the fields (near the devices). In the open fields and on the devices, we see moderate handling marks as expected for the grade, but enough original mint surface remains to keep this one uncirculated. As to the strike, we note some weakness at the centers, in particular on the hair around the ear, and on the eagle's thigh. The PCGS Population Report shows only 2 graded as MS-60, with 7 graded higher in various grades. On the reverse we note a die crack from the rim through the upper left serif of the U of UNITED to the olive leaves above.
Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000.
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| Realized $6,613 |
