Here is a totally fresh, condition census quality GEM 1893 half eagle that boasts a strong visual quality that will delight any collector. VERY RARE at this lofty state of preservation and excessively so any finer. A warm, thick, honey gold patina is brought out by a vivacious satiny mint frost. Well struck with bold definition throughout the design elements. While there are a few tiny ticks and giggles that are seen with the aid of a powerful loupe, they are invisible to the naked eye. PCGS 7, NGC 8. The last non-CAC PCGS-graded example sold back in September 2010 for $8,050! The current Collectors Universe value is $10,000 and note that only three have ever graded finer by PCGS: 2 in 66+ and a single MS68 which has been off the market since 2008. A prime candidate for any Registry Set of this long running series, this 1893 half eagle will face stiff bidding competition. Cert. Number 40201824 PCGS # 8383.00