Lot 1744
One of the Finest Known 1839 Half Eagles. NGC graded MS-64. Tied with a total of 7 by all the grading services for the Finest Known of the date. Frosty luster in the fields; and well struck, with full curls on Liberty and separation on the fine details of the eagle's claws. This is the first year of issue of this new type, replacing the Kneass design with the modern Gobrecht rendition. Liberty herself is a much more graceful figure and the eagle has been trimmed down, losing the lumpy appearance of the previous efforts. Apparently this design worked well, as it lasted until 1907. An outstanding opportunity for the astute numismatist who needs the finest available of the first year of issue.
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