1857-C Liberty Head Half Eagle. Winter-1, the only known dies. MS-62+ (PCGS).

This exceptionally well preserved example is awash in vivid golden-apricot color. The luster is full and frosty in texture with subtle semi-reflectivity evident in the fields. Striking detail is sharp to complete over virtually all design features. Minimally marked for the grade, and just right for a world class Liberty Head or Southern gold cabinet. The 1857-C is widely regarded as one of the more readily obtainable Charlotte Mint half eagles, a mintage of 31,360 pieces helping considerably in this regard. Like all issues from this coinage facility, however, well worn coins in VF and EF are the norm. Even About Uncirculated survivors are scarce, especially with premium quality surfaces. A Mint State coin with this characteristic, as here, is a formidable condition rarity that is usually offered only once in a very long while.

PCGS# 8272. NGC ID: 25V3.

PCGS Population: 1; 3 finer (all MS-63).

Estimate: $25000