2003, Orlando, FL. (FUN) Signature Sale #308 - Sessions 5 and 6

1882 $5 MS64 NGC. A lustrous near-Gem with bright lemon-gold color and a sharp strike. A few trivial contact marks are not individually distracting. T

1882 $5 MS64 NGC. This specimen displays pleasingly sharp strike and attractive satiny frost for this 1880's issue. Population: 164 in 64, 13 fi...

1882-CC $5 AU55 NGC. Scarce issue that has been slightly circulated. Fields have toned to olive-gold. A few hairlines at the point of Liberty's ...

1882-CC $5 MS61 NGC. Winter 1-A. The 1882-CC is widely regarded as the most obtainable Carson City Half Eagle struck prior to 1890 and is just nudged

1883 $5 MS63 PCGS. Deep orange-gold color with plenty of luster and reflective fields. Only minute abrasions are scattered over both sides. Important

1883 $5 MS64 NGC. In terms of total number of coins known, the 1883 falls into the middle of the rarity scale among Motto Liberty Fives. The certified

1883-CC $5 AU50 PCGS. Winter 1-A. It is estimated that somewhere between 23-28 pieces are extant today in the various AU grades of the 1883-CC Five. T

1883-CC $5 AU55 PCGS. Winter 1-A. At the AU55 level, this coin is just outside the Condition Census with several pieces tied at the bottom of the C.C.

1883-CC $5 MS61 PCGS. Well struck and lustrous with rich orange-gold color. There are some noticeable abrasions including a few in the left obverse fi

1884-CC $5 AU55 PCGS. Winter 1-A, the only known dies. A very appealing example of the issue, both sides are awash in rich reddish-gold coloration. Th

1884-CC $5 AU58 NGC. Winter 1-A. A third example of this popular Carson City Half Eagle. The 1884-CC is the second scarcest CC-mint Half Eagle struck

1884-S $5 MS64 NGC. A notable condition rarity in the Liberty Half Eagle series, only 12 pieces have been certified by NGC and PCGS in MS64 with none

1887-S $5 MS64 NGC. A well struck near-Gem that has pleasing luster and carefully preserved surfaces. The second 8 in the date has its midsection book

1888-S $5 MS60 NGC. A couple of the stars lack complete centril definition, but the major devices are well struck. The fields have a greenish tint, al

1890-CC $5 MS61 NGC. Winter 1-A. Some 400-500 pieces are believed extant today in all grades with an estimated 110-135 examples believed known in Mint

1890-CC $5 MS62 PCGS. The luster is bright and extensive, and the strike is bold aside from minor weakness in the centers. A minor reeding mark above

1891-CC $5--Cleaned--ANACS. Unc Details, Net AU55. A well struck example that has extensive bright luster and relatively unabraded fields. The eagle...

1891-CC $5 MS64 NGC. Winter 1-A. The 1891-CC is the most common Carson City mint Half Eagle. It is estimated that perhaps 1250-1500 pieces are extant

1891-CC $5 MS64 NGC. Winter 1-A. A second near-Gem example of this popular Carson City issue. This piece has a very different appearance, though, with

1892-CC $5 MS63 NGC. Winter 1-A. Die State II. This particular die state is characterized by the bottom of the scroll below WE being partially polishe

1892-S $5 AU55 ANACS, well struck and problem-free with bright peripheral luster and a filled mintmark, as made; and an 1897-S AU55 ANACS, another bri

1893-CC $5 MS62 PCGS. Winter 1-A. This variety is characterized by the first C positioned lower than the second one, and this is a later die state wit

1893-CC $5 MS63 NGC. Winter 1-A. This is an earlier die state as evidenced by doubling on the second C in the mintmark. This splendid piece has bright

1893-S $5 MS63 NGC. An impressive Half Eagle that has full cartwheel luster and refreshingly undisturbed fields. Boldly struck and attractive, and a s

1894 $5 MS65 NGC. Fully struck throughout with thick mint frost over each side, the surfaces are obviously original and problem-free with only the sli

1895 $5 MS62 NGC. Much luster remains on this yellow-gold and olive-gold specimen. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 20

1895 $5 MS64 NGC. A lustrous near-Gem that has pale orange-gold color. Relatively clean, and without any obvious bagmarks. A well struck Half Eagle th

1897-S $5 AU58 NGC. Olive-gold toning except on the peripheries where hints of red peek from behind the protected areas. A minimum of abrasions, with

1898 $5 MS63 NGC. Lustrous, yellow-gold example with the usual abrasions. There is a tiny mark on Liberty's cheek. Important notice: We expect t...

1898-S $5 MS64 NGC. A conditionally challenging Half Eagle that represents good value at this grade level. According to NGC's Census Report, the...

1899 $5 MS64 NGC. Lustrous orange-gold near-Gem that displays relatively clean surfaces. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate

1900 $5 Half Eagle--Cleaned--ANACS, Unc Details, Net AU55, faint hairlines that resulted from the light cleaning are visible; 1878 Eagle ANACS AU50, m

1900 $5 MS63 PCGS. Sharply struck throughout, both sides are fully original with a typical abrasion count for the Select BU level. The luster is attra

1900-S $5 MS63 PCGS. 1900-S $5 MS63 PCGS. A lustrous and well struck piece that has semi-prooflike fields. The devices are well preserved, and the fie

1900-S $5 MS63 PCGS. Bright lemon-gold color and potent cartwheel luster adds to eye appeal of this lightly abraded example. Less than a third of a mi

1901/0-S $5 MS64 NGC. FS-6. The remnant of the curve of a 0 is noted near the upper right of the final 1 in the date. A well struck and highly lustrou

1901-S $5 MS65 PCGS. An exceptionally attractive example of this popular and relatively available post-1900 Half Eagle. Fully struck throughout, the s

1901-S $5 MS65 NGC. This reddish-gold Gem displays shimmering, satiny surfaces that are devoid of singularly mentionable bagmarks. The eye appeal is s

1901-S $5 MS66 NGC. An extraordinary type candidate, both sides exhibit pinpoint striking definition over all elements of the design. Medium intensity

1902 $5 MS64 PCGS. Frosty and sharp but showing scattered specks of copper toning. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 20

1902-S $5 MS64 PCGS. A flashy near-Gem that has lovely blushes of peach patina. The surfaces are impressively free from blemishes. The major devices h

1902-S $5 MS65 NGC. Resplendent mint luster blankets both sides with a swirling cartwheel sheen. The color is actually more intricate than it might in

1902-S $5 MS65 NGC. This coin was previously offered as lot 2345 in our September 2002 Long Beach Bullet Auction, where it was cataloged as: "A...

1903-S $5 MS65 NGC. A conditionally scarce offering, the surfaces combine full mint luster and sharp striking definition. Cartwheel visual effects swi

1903-S $5 MS66 PCGS. Although the 1903-S is not a better date among Liberty Half Eagles, the vast majority of survivors are bagmarked due to decades o

1904 $5 MS63 PCGS. Well struck throughout, with good preservation, the surfaces are highly lustrous, with a tremendous amount of satiny sheen, and onl

1905 $5 MS64 PCGS. Creamy luster bathes the surfaces of this near-Gem specimen. A slightly better date in this grade. Important notice: We expect to b

1905-S $5 MS62 NGC. A nicely struck representative that has undiminished luster and attractive surfaces. A surprisingly scarce issue in Uncirculated g

1906-D $5 MS63 NGC. An immensely popular issue due to its status as the first U.S. Half Eagle struck in the Denver Mint, the present survivor exhibits

1906-D $5 MS64 NGC. One of only 2 dates of Coronet Head, Denver Mint Half Eagles. This specimen displays uniform satiny frost and very attractive surf