A pleasing highly reflective proof.

Well struck with satiny luster on choice original surfaces. A modest 15,501 coins struck.

Bright lustrous surfaces with reflective fields and contrasting design features with modest frost. Outstanding for the grade with no significant marks and just minor hairlines.

CAC. A desirable Southern gold issue, this piece displays vibrant yellow-gold luster with nice satiny surfaces. The obverse features strong detail in Liberty’s hair and coronet, with only light chatter in the fields, typical for the issue. The reverse eagle is sharply defined, with clean wing feathers, shield lines, and a bold “O” mintmark.

VAM-4, DDO. Hot Lips. Medium gray with underlying luster.

Frosty white luster and a sharp strike with semi proof-like fields.

Well struck with vibrant luster and light toning.

Cream-white luster and a sharp strike with nearly mark-free surfaces.

A pleasing example of this better date with intense white luster and a sharp strike.