A spectacular Gem survivor from the New Orleans Mint, struck with arrows at the date to denote the weight standard adjustment of 1853–1855. This example is sharply struck, with Liberty’s figure, shield, and gown folds fully defined, and the eagle’s feathers on the reverse crisp throughout. The satiny luster glows with soft, satiny brilliance, complemented […]

This scarce and historically important San Francisco–mint issue, from the early years of California gold coinage,  displays rich, original gold color with satiny mint luster flowing through the fields and devices. Liberty’s portrait is well defined, with bold hair detail and crisp stars, while the reverse eagle and shield show strong central definition. Light abrasions […]

The ‘Arrows, No Rays’ Seated Half variety was only struck for two years with this being the only San Francisco Mint issue and by far the lowest mintage of the sub-type. This is an attractive example with solid detail and original toned surfaces.

CAC. A cornerstone rarity in American numismatics with approximately 1,500 pieces struck and originally distributed to members of Congress and VIPs to promote the new design. This lightly circulated proof displays an even, medium-tan patina with subtle golden undertones and strong detail for the grade. The surfaces are very attractive and problem-free.

Well detailed and lustrous with nice clean surfaces.

CAC. This beautiful Proof 65 example exhibits smooth, reflective fields with warm, original brown-gold toning, a fair amount of underlying copper-nickel red, and excellent contrast around the sharply defined flying eagle motif. Strike is crisp throughout, with bold feather detail and fully rendered wreath elements on the reverse. Surfaces are exceptionally well preserved, showing no […]

Slanted 5. Well struck with vibrant satiny luster.

CAC. A scarce proof from an era before proofs were available to the general public. Just 50 minted!. This attractive example displays sharply executed detail and choice reflective surfaces.  Liberty is crisply rendered, with full definition to the gown folds, shield lines, and star centers. The reverse wreath is well-formed with bold leaf detail, and […]

Well struck with bright lustrous brilliant surfaces.