Lot 1608
1859-D $5 Liberty. Medium D. PCGS graded MS-61. Rich golden toning. It stands to reason that with just 10,366 pieces struck, the 1859-D deserves honors as a rare issue, being the second lowest mintage figure of any Dahlonega half eagle. This is a fairly scarce coin in all circulated grades. A few very nice examples are also accounted for including a superb PCGS MS64. The present coin is tied with five others in its grade. It shows much better detail than many, and gorgeous deep golden to golden orange color throughout. The obverse is very sharp except for the curl below the ear of Liberty and star 2, which is flat at its center. The reverse is very sharp and has virtually complete definition. As on all 1859-D half eagles, there is some beveling noted on the edges. One for a connoisseur's collection. Merest prudence dictates that a strong bid is advisable. 10,366 coins minted. Pop 5; 7 finer; 3 in 62; 3 in 63; 1 in 64. (PCGS # 8282) .
Estimated Value $11,000 - 13,000.
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