PCGS 8254 - 1853-C $5

NGC AU-50 "Strong Mintmark" ~ White Oak River Collection

1853-C Half Eagle; Mintage: 65,571

This date, like the 1850-C, is known with "Strong" and "Weak" mintmark variieties, with the "Strong" mintmark variety being much more sought after, and commanding a premium, than the "Weak" variety. Mintages dropped over 7,000 from the previous year, yet remaining survivors number very closely to the 1852-C. This example exhibits lustrous, original orange-gold surfaces.

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