1858-S Liberty Head Half Eagle. EF-45 (PCGS).With traces of mint frost and impressively smooth surfaces, it is difficult for us to imagine a more attractive and desirable example of this conditionally challenged early San Francisco Mint issue at the assigned grade level. The color is attractively original in deep honey-rose, and the strike is sharp throughout the design. The 1858-S tells a familiar story for an 1850s San Francisco Mint half eagle. Few examples were produced - in this case just 18,600 pieces - the vast majority of which were consumed by commercial use long ago. Even an original and problem free EF-40 would be a significant find in todays market. This premium quality Fairmont Collection specimen in Choice Extremely Fine is a noteworthy condition rarity fit for an advanced collection.PCGS# 8279. NGC ID: 25VA.PCGS Population: 8; 25 finer, 1 of which is Mint State (MS-61).From the Fairmont Collection - CAG Set.
