Lot 1533
1856-D $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-53 CAC Approved. A pleasing example and untoned. The 1856-D is one of the scarcer Dahlonega half eagles although its true rarity in higher grades remains to be seen by the presence of small hoard that is slowly being released into the market.
The strike is typical for this issue with the obverse showing a slightly convex tendencies. This results in noticeable weakness on the hair around the face and the curl below the ear as well as on the corresponding areas of the eagle and shield. The rest of the detail is very strong with full radial lines in the stars and strong, individually defined denticles. A lustrous coin. Pop 8; 40 finer at NGC (PCGS # 8268) .
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,200.
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