• Gold$4,075.70/ozup3.43%
  • Silver$52.37/ozup5.25%
  • Platinum$1,499.60/ozup4.87%
  • Palladium$999.50/ozup7.06%
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1899 $5

Lot 29

1899 $5

NGC 65

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Grade
NGC 65
Certificate
6840985007
Denomination
$5
Year
1899
Series
Liberty Half Eagles
Metal
GOLD
Country

Description

1899 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle - NGC MS-65. A stunning example of late 19th-century American gold coinage, this Liberty Head Half Eagle represents the pinnacle of pre-1900 U.S. mint production. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the final years of the 19th century, this coin exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the era's numismatic artistry. The NGC MS-65 grade indicates an exceptional specimen with remarkable mint state preservation, showcasing sharp, well-defined design elements and minimal marks. The lustrous golden surfaces retain significant original mint brilliance, with only the most trivial contact marks preventing a higher technical grade. This piece would be a prized addition to both specialized gold type collections and comprehensive early American coin assemblages. Key Details: - Denomination: $5 Gold Half Eagle. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Year: 1899. - Certification: NGC MS-65. - NGC Certificate Number: 6840985007. Numismatic collectors will appreciate this exemplary representation of the Liberty Head gold series, a design that epitomizes the golden age of American coin design. An outstanding opportunity for the discerning numismatist seeking a high-grade representative of late 19th-century U.S. gold coinage.