1870-S Liberty Head Half Eagle. EF-45 (PCGS).Among the leading highlights of the current offering of half eagles from the Fairmont Collection, this is a significant Choice EF survivor of an issue that is unknown in any Uncirculated grade. Frosty to modestly semi-reflective luster is very much in evidence, and the surfaces display generally bold striking detail and just trivial rub. Pretty pinkish-honey color blankets both sides and provides strong eye appeal. Here we go again - a mintage of just 17,000 pieces, combined with heavy commercial use beginning in Reconstruction era California, created a rarity in the 1870-S half eagle. Fewer than 100 coins are extant (per <em>PCGS CoinFacts</em>), and most are not choice. This remarkable EF-45 is one of the nicest examples of the issue that we have offered in more than a decade. A significant bidding opportunity worthy of undivided attention.PCGS# 8321. NGC ID: 25WB.<strong>To view all items from the Fairmont Collection-Kronen Set, click<a href="https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/lots?search=fairmont+collection&parent_category=1-11EIQ&lots_range=upcoming"target=’_blank’> here.</a></strong>.From the Fairmont Collection - Kronen Set.
