1857-D $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle MS-62 PCGS CAC

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In 1857, the southern branch mint in Dahlonega, Georgia, struck a mere 17,046 gold half eagles, making any surviving specimen from this production run an extraordinary find. This five dollar gold piece, composed of 0.900 fine gold with a gold content of 0.2419 troy ounces, represents a fascinating chapter in pre-1933 American coinage. The Dahlonega Mint, identified by its distinctive 'D' mintmark, operated in the heart of the Georgia gold rush country, and its coins are celebrated for their rustic charm and historical significance. This specific coin has survived the decades in an exceptional state of preservation, graded Mint State 62 (MS-62) and verified by. Within the certified population, this coin is among the finest known, with only six examples recorded at this grade level and a single specimen graded higher. The obverse features the classic Liberty design wearing a coronet inscribed with 'LIBERTY' above the 1857 date. The reverse displays the eagle motif surrounded by the legend 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and the 'FIVE D.' denomination.