1909-O Indian Half Eagle. AU-58 (PCGS). CAC.，Warmly patinated in deep orange-gold, this attractive Choice AU retains overall full striking detail and ample mint luster. The strike is uncommonly well executed for the issue, in fact, and the O mintmark is bold, although it is a bit difficult to discern through the PCGS holder. Pleasingly smooth in hand with eye appeal to spare, this coin should have no difficulty finding its way into an Indian half eagle date set or advanced collection of New Orleans Mint coinage.<p>Extremely popular with gold enthusiasts, the 1909-O is the final New Orleans Mint half eagle, the only one of the Indian design type, and a key date issue with a mintage of just 34,200 pieces. In terms of total number of coins believed extant, in fact, the 1909-O is the rarest Indian half eagle. With examples eagerly sought at all levels of preservation, this premium quality AU-58 is sure to spirited bidding at auction.，PCGS# 8515. NGC ID: 25ZK.，，From Heritages Dallas, TX Signature Coin Auction of April 2007, lot 1794.
