Lot 45
1847 $5
NGC 55
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 55
- Certificate
- 8522961019
- Denomination
- $5
- Year
- 1847
- Series
- Liberty Half Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
1847 Liberty Head Half Eagle Gold Coin. A classic example of mid-19th century American gold coinage, this 1847 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle represents an important period in United States numismatic history. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the height of the Gold Rush era, this coin showcases the iconic Liberty Head design by Christian Gobrecht, featuring a left-facing Liberty wearing a coronet-style crown on the obverse. Certified by NGC with a Choice About Uncirculated AU-55 grade, this specimen displays excellent preservation with minimal wear and strong underlying mint luster. The coin exhibits sharp details and attractive golden-yellow coloration typical of mid-19th century gold issues. The NGC certification #8522961019 provides additional assurance of the coin's authenticity and condition for discerning collectors. Liberty Head Half Eagles from the 1840s are particularly collectible, representing a transitional period in American gold coinage. This piece offers an excellent opportunity for collectors seeking a well-preserved example of a mid-19th century gold coin with strong historical significance and numismatic appeal. An attractive addition to any pre-Civil War gold collection or specialized Liberty Head series set. Key Details: - Mint: Philadelphia. - Metal: 90% Gold. - Grade: NGC AU-55. - Year: 1847. - Denomination: $5 Half Eagle
