This is a rare AU survivor of this difficult date. PCGS CoinFacts estimates a survival of 140 examples in all grades, and David Akers and Doug Winter both observed that most survivors are VF or XF grade. This example shows just a few minor marks, the most noticeable is on Liberty's cheek. A bright golden color shows ample surviving satiny luster in the fields. The devices are sharply struck up and the eye appeal is better than most you will see, as this date often comes highly abraded and many have been cleaned or otherwise impaired. PCGS 16, NGC 18. There has not been one sold in auction since October 2011, realizing $4,169. The current PCGS Price Guide value is $4,500. Rarely appearing in auction any finer, the last AU55 graded by PCGS sold in July 2006 and the last PCGS AU58 sold in March 2006! If you are collecting AU half eagles from the Dahlonega mint, be sure to bid on this one, who knows when you will have another chance! Cert. Number 35681133 PCGS # 8228