1844-D Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-58+ (PCGS). CAC.This is an outstanding Dahlonega Mint half eagle that is knocking on the door of a full Mint State rating. Bright and lustrous surfaces are satin to semi-prooflike in finish with vivid golden-yellow patina. The strike is razor sharp to full throughout the design -- a rare attribute for a Southern gold coin from the pre-Civil War era. Free of significant marks, and virtually free of even the most trivial rub, this premium quality Choice AU is worthy of the strongest bids. Vying with the 1843-D and 1845-D as the most readily obtainable Dahlonega Mint half eagle from the 1840s, the 1844-D is still a scarce issue in an absolute sense. With the exceptional surface preservation and eye appeal offered here, this issue is nothing short of rare.From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. Earlier ex Mid-Americans sale of May 1988, lot 2116.
