1874-S Liberty Head Eagle. AU-50 (PCGS).Offered is an exceptionally well preserved and attractive example of this scarce, conditionally challenging issue. Pretty medium gold surfaces are boldly defined in most areas and have plenty of luster remaining in the fields. The appearance is very nice for a lightly circulated San Francisco Mint eagle from the early 1870s, presenting an important bidding opportunity for advanced gold enthusiasts. Just 10,000 pieces were produced at a time when gold coins enjoyed strong commercial demand on the West Coast and, indeed, the rigors of circulation claimed the vast majority of examples. Even circulated coins in VF and EF are scarce. With Mint State pieces all but unknown, the handful of rare AU survivors represent the finest obtainable for most numismatists. Sure to see spirited competition at auction.PCGS Population: 15; 16 finer, just one of which is Mint State (MS-61).
