1835 Classic Head Half Eagle. HM-8. Rarity-3+. AU-53 (PCGS). A fully original piece with glints of pinkish-apricot on otherwise golden-olive surfaces. More than 371,000 half eagles were struck in 1835 and circulated as workhorse coins for years. Because of this, well worn 1835 half eagles are easily obtained, but About Uncirculated and Mint State pieces are remarkably scarce. PCGS# 8173. NGC ID: 25RV. From the Fairmont Collection - Rhone Set.