1890 Liberty Head Half Eagle. JD-1, the only known dies. Rarity-5. Proof-63+ Ultra Cameo (NGC). Offered is a lovely Choice Cameo example of this important rarity among classic U.S. Mint Proof gold coinage. Both sides exhibit bright, vivid, orange-gold color with just a touch of haziness to the surfaces. The strike is full and there is good field to device contrast evident.</p><p>As with all issues in the Proof Liberty Head half eagle series, the 1890 is rare and seldom offered in todays market. The latest research from specialist John Dannreuther (<em>United States Proof Coins, Volume IV: Gold</em>, 2018) suggests that just 35 to 40 distinct example of this issue remain. This specimen is among the finer examples certified and would make an impressive addition to any gold cabinet.</p> PCGS# 98485. NGC ID: 28CU. NGC Census: 1; 11 finer in this category (Proof-67+ * Ultra Cameo finest). From our Baltimore Auction of July 2015, lot 6040.