1839/8 Liberty Head Eagle. Type of 1838, Large Letters. EF-45 (PCGS).

This lovely example exhibits rich honey-olive color overall. Traces of luster in a softly frosted texture are noted. Boldly defined throughout the focal points, with fully original surfaces. The 1839 Type of 1838 eagle is a very scarce coin in all grades, with perhaps just under 250 examples known, the vast majority of which are well circulated. While just a hair more available than the first year of issue, there is quite a bit of competition between type collectors and classic period gold specialists when an example appears for sale, regardless of condition. As an upper end Choice EF with superior quality and eye appeal, this specimen will attract significant attention from numismatists of all stripes.

PCGS# 8576. NGC ID: 262E.

From the Fairmont Collection - Mont Blanc Set.

Estimate: $5500