Lot 1593
1854-D $5 Liberty. Medium D. NGC graded MS-62 PQ. Well struck with nice broad borders and lovely golden toning. A fair percentage of the 1854-D half eagles sold are poorly struck. This piece has some marginal weakness here and there but is much sharper than usually seen. As always, the stars at the right appear to be smaller and more insubstantial than those on the left. There are some light abrasions in the obverse and reverse fields that are not distracting. Come to think of it, the fields are much cleaner than usual for an early gold half eagle in this grade. Additionally, this '54-D has choice luster whose satiny obverse carries over to similar satin-on-frost on the reverse. Both sides have lovely patina and a richly brilliant appearance. In short, an outstanding coin that has a clear advantage over other 1854-D half eagles. A Premium Quality coin for the given grade. Pop 20; 5 in 63, 1 in 64, 1 in 65, 1 in 67 (PCGS # 88258) .
Estimated Value $11,000 - 12,000.
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