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1857-S $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS AU53 CAC Fairmont Small S Pop 1

Introducing the 1857-S $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS AU53 CAC Fairmont Small S Pop 1, a highly sought-after collectors item that combines rarity, quality, and historical significance. Minted in San Francisco in 1857, this beautiful coin features a Liberty Head on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse.

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  $5,500.00

Description / 1857-S $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS AU53 CAC Fairmont Small S Pop 1

Introducing the 1857-S $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS AU53 CAC Fairmont Small S Pop 1, a highly sought-after collectors item that combines rarity, quality, and historical significance. Minted in San Francisco in 1857, this beautiful coin features a Liberty Head on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse.

Certified by PCGS as AU53, this coin is in excellent condition with only slight wear visible on the high points of the devices. Additionally, it has been independently verified by CAC (Certified Acceptance Corporation), ensuring its originality, grade, and eye-appeal.

This particular coin boasts a population of only 1 and is the only small s certified to date, making it an extremely rare find for collectors. Its Fairmont Collection pedigree adds unique character and authenticity to this piece of American history.

With a mintage of only 87,000, the 1857-S $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle is a key date for collectors of US gold coins. Its low survival rate only adds to its rarity and value over time.

Overall, this coin is an exceptional addition to any collection of US coins or those focused on the Liberty Head Half Eagle series. Its superior quality, rarity, and historical significance make it a highly desirable piece of American numismatic history.

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PCGS # 98275
Grading Service PCGS
Year of Issue 1857
Denomination Type Liberty Head $5
Numeric Denomination $5
Grade AU53
Designation NONE
Mint Location San Francisco
Strike Type Business
Circ/UnCirc Circulated
Country of Origin The United States of America
Grade Add On CAC
Holder Type N/A
Population 1
Mintage 87000
Metal Content 90% Gold, 10% Copper