1845-O Liberty Half Eagle. AU-55 (PCGS). CAC.;This lovely 1845-O It is certainly one of the finer coins available in recent years. Tinges of pale rose iridescence enliven otherwise golden-orange surfaces. Sharply defined with plenty of satiny luster evident, this is a premium quality coin for both the issue and the assigned grade. Produced to the extent of just 41,000 pieces and suffering a high rate of attrition through circulation, the 1845-O is underrated compared to many of the more widely regarded Charlotte and Dahlonega mint half eagles from the 1840s. Fewer than 200 coins are extant in all grades and these are typically found in VF or EF.;