1899 Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-65 (PCGS).Vivid tangerine-yellow coloration saturated the surfaces of this Gem. The luster is soft and matte-like uniformly bathing the clean fields and devices. With more than 1.7 million pieces struck, the 1899 half eagle is a common issue in most grades until you reach the Gem level, at which point, it becomes quite challenging to locate. Just 32 coins have been certified finer than the present piece by PCGS.