1853-D Liberty Head Half Eagle. Winter 29-T. Large D. AU-55 (PCGS).An appealing and original example from this coveted Dahlonega issue. The surfaces show considerable satiny luster in the protected areas, complementing the overall smooth fields. The strike is a trifle soft at the centers and in select areas of the legend, though this is typical for this issue. Pale golden-wheat hues color the patina and are accented by right honey color near the border. This issue is a favorite among mintmarked gold type collectors and Southern gold specialists alike, most of whom are pleased to settle for a lower grade survivor in VF or EF. Just 89,678 pieces were struck, and this one is certainly among the more desirable survivors.
