1891 $5

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# 1891 Liberty Head $5 Gold Half Eagle - PCGS MS64. An exceptional Liberty Head Half Eagle from the Philadelphia Mint, this 1891 $5 gold coin represents a scarce and desirable example of late 19th-century American coinage. Struck during the classic Liberty Head gold series designed by Christian Gobrecht, this specimen offers remarkable preservation and historical significance. Graded PCGS MS64, this lustrous example displays superior quality for the issue, placing it among the top population coins with only 13 pieces graded higher out of 190 total submissions. The coin exhibits the characteristic rich golden patina typical of Liberty Head half eagles, with sharp mint state details and minimal marks consistent with its high-grade designation. From a mintage of just 61,360 pieces, this coin represents a relatively limited production run, enhancing its collectible appeal. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, the coin weighs 8.36 grams and measures 21.65mm in diameter, featuring the classic reeded edge characteristic of U.S. gold coinage of the period. The 1891 issue is particularly noteworthy, being more scarce than subsequent Philadelphia Mint half eagles, with strictly uncirculated examples being notably rare in the numismatic marketplace. Numismatic Details: - *Date*: 1891. - *Mint*: Philadelphia. - *Grading Service*: PCGS. - *Grade*: MS64. - *Population*: 13 higher, 190 total graded. - *Certification*: #50962407. Estimate: $2,800-$3,200