1879-S Liberty Head Eagle. MS-62 (PCGS). CAC.Handsome deep gold patina blends with softly frosted luster on both sides of this wonderfully original example. Well struck overall, the focal features are sharp. The 1879-S is easily the most readily obtainable San Francisco Mint eagle from the 1870s, although it is a moderately scarce issue when compared to many later dates in the Liberty Head series. The typical survivor is circulated, most such pieces having been exported after acquiring light wear in domestic commerce on the West Coast. Mint State pieces such as this are in the minority among survivors, and many are also repatriations from foreign bank hoards. This is one of the finest examples known to PCGS, a highlight of the Fairmont Collection that is seemingly earmarked for inclusion in another advanced gold cabinet.From the Fairmont Collection.
