1872-CC $5 MS(PCGS#8326)
1872-CC $5 MS (PCGS#8326)
August 2018 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Philadelphia, PA
- 拍卖行
- Stack's Bowers
- 批号
- 1276
- 等级
- AU55
- 价格
- 164,194
- 详细说明
- Condition Census 1872-CC Liberty Head $5 1872-CC Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-55 (PCGS). Offered is an impressive Choice AU 1872-CC half eagle, an issue that is highly elusive in all grades. Plenty of lively satin luster remains with much of the original finish intact, as well, in the protected areas around the devices. Sharply struck and with handsome honey-orange patina. Even the finest Carson City Mint gold collection would benefit greatly from inclusion of this impressive piece. Increased bullion deposits to the still young Carson City Mint helped spur gold coin production in 1872. In constant demand, the gold coins that rolled off the presses were eagerly absorbed into everyday commerce where they saw hard use. Such was the case with the 16,980 half eagles produced in 1872 where the attrition rate was quite high. Rusty Goe estimates that roughly 125 to 150 exist in total, with not a single Uncirculated example among them. Harry W. Bass, Jr. was able to secure an AU-53 specimen. Prone to less than decent striking quality, sharply struck 1872-CC half eagles are scarce in any grade. Only 3 coins at PCGS grade finer, all AU-58, and it is unlikely that an opportunity to acquire one will present itself in the near future. Certain to draw numerous bidders at auction, be prepared to defend this one fiercely if you want to add it to your cabinet. PCGS Population: 8; 3 finer (all AU-58). PCGS# 8326. NGC ID: 25WG. Click here for certification details from PCGS.