Lot 2033
1914. NGC graded MS-64. Frosty with nice golden toning. A scarce date in this grade. The 1914 half eagle has a small mintage of 247,000 pieces; moreover, the date is rarer than the other Philadelphia Mint issues from 1909-1913. With few auction appearances in Gem (MS65 and above), the present coin is a first-class example for the collector of means. It comes forthright in displaying the razor-sharp strike typical of this issue. The lower headdress feathers exhibit pinpoint detail while the eagle's trailing leg is boldly defined as well (often a weak area on this design). The surfaces of this piece are less granular than often seen on other half eagles of this date, the mint luster vibrant and frosty. Perhaps the most outstanding of this coin's many virtues is its vivid color. Tremendous eye appeal for the bidder to acquire at this public auction. Pop 397; 59 finer (PCGS # 7946) .
Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000.
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