1853-C $5 AU55 CACG

In 1853, the Charlotte Mint continued converting locally mined North Carolina gold into federal coinage, producing 65,571 half eagles that year with a survival estimate of 650 coins today in all grades. This remarkably fire-red example enlivens coppery-orange hue to produce an exceptionally toned and attractive Charlotte Half Eagle. This is an important offering for the advanced Charlotte Mint collector who desires a higher grade attractive Southern Mint gold. The last auction was for a AU55 PCGS CAC that sold for $11,285 06/26 HA, but that was an original gold example that lacked any toning or hue that this does. Throw away the comps and acquires this beautifully toned rarity now. CACG Cert Verification # 484955216 • PCGS Price Guide -$9,500 • PCGS POP - 23/29 • CAC POP - 8/6 • CACG Price Guide - $10,500 • CACG POP - 1/0 • PCGS Coin# 8254