W.I. Circ. Liberty Head $5 Gold
1852-C
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Design Description: |
HALF EAGLES - CORONET |
| Item Description: |
$5 1852 C |
| Full Grade: |
NGC XF 40 |
| Owner: |
Whidbey Island Collection |
Owner Comments:
Two varieties of half eagles were struck by the Charlotte Mint in 1852. About 85 to 90 percent are variety I coins and can be easily identified by the first numeral touching the bust. This is the rare variety II where there is a small gap between the top of the "1" and the bust. This coin is housed in a first generation 1987 holder and would now grade probably 5 points higher based on today's less stringent grading standards.