1889 Liberty Head Half Eagle. Unc Details--Improperly Cleaned (NGC).，With its sharp definition, vivid golden yellow patina and ample prooflike finish, this half eagle offers above average eye appeal for the assigned grade. The Philadelphia Mint is the only coinage facility that struck half eagles in 1889, with a circulation strike mintage of just 7,520 pieces. Despite the expected rarity of survivors, this issue commands only a modest premium in grades below MS-63. The present example, more affordable due to the stated qualifier, represents a significant bidding opportunity for astute gold enthusiasts.，From the A.J. Vanderbilt Collection. Earlier from our (Stacks) sale of February 1971, lot 902. Lot tag included.，
