Liberty Half Eagles
1849-C $5 AU55 NGC. Variety 1. The usual die state with a die crack left of the U in UNITED to the olive leaf. This Charlotte Mint issue is known for its relatively strong strike, as shown on both sides of this reddish-gold Choice AU example. The stars display full centers and radials, and only moderate softness appears over Liberty's ear and the eagle's neck. Census: 43 in 55, 45 finer (2/17).
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