1878 Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-62+ (PCGS). CAC. A frosty to modestly semi-prooflike beauty further adorned with vivid honey-orange color. Sharply struck and attractively original, this nearly Choice example would make a lovely addition to any Mint State gold set. Circulation strike half eagle production in the Philadelphia Mint soared to 131,720 pieces in 1878 in anticipation of the return of parity between gold and paper currency set by the federal government for January 1, 1879. Thanks to its relatively generous mintage, this issue is among the most obtainable from its era in lower Mint State grades. With CAC approval, however, such examples are rare, especially relative to current market demand for premium quality classic U.S. Mint coinage. PCGS# 8345. NGC ID: 25X4. CAC Population: 11; 11. The former total includes coins certified both MS-62 and MS-62+. From the Fairmont Collection - JBR Set.
