• Gold$4,123.00/ozup1.23%
  • Silver$52.56/ozup0.52%
  • Platinum$1,531.80/ozup2.24%
  • Palladium$1,049.00/ozup4.59%
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1886-S $5

Lot 102

1886-S $5

NGC 64

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Grade
NGC 64
Certificate
675237012
Denomination
$5
Series
Liberty Half Eagles
Metal
GOLD
Country

Description

# 1886-S $5 Gold Liberty Head Half Eagle. An exceptional Prooflike representative of the Liberty Head Half Eagle series from the San Francisco Mint. This *NGC MS-64 PL* specimen showcases remarkable eye appeal and outstanding preservation for this challenging pre-1900 gold issue. The coin exhibits pristine prooflike surfaces with exceptional reflectivity and sharp, well-defined design elements characteristic of the mid-1880s San Francisco gold coinage. With a population of 450 coins at this grade level and only 1,250 coins graded higher, this piece represents a significant opportunity for the advanced gold coin collector or numismatic specialist. Technical Specifications: - Mint: San Francisco (S). - Denomination: $5 Gold Liberty Head Half Eagle. - Year: 1886. - NGC Certification: #675237012. - Grade: *MS-64 PL*. - Surface: Prooflike. The coin's remarkable state of preservation, combined with its prooflike designation, makes this an important offering for collectors seeking high-quality representative examples of classic American gold coinage from the late 19th century. Estimated Value: $850-$1,150