BG- 902, 1859 California Fractional Gold 50C, Liberty Octagonal NGC MS63PL R4-
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Revel in history with the 1859 California Fractional Gold 50C, Liberty Octagonal NGC MS63PL! This beautiful gold coin was minted by Frontier, Deviercy & Co. in the United States in the aftermash of the California gold rush. This exquisite piece of numismatic history is an octagonal fractional gold piece, measuring 14.5 mm and weighing 2.5 grams. Struck from .12094 ounces of pure gold, this stunning piece features a bust of Liberty on the obverse, with a remaining motif on the reverse. This particular piece has been professionally graded at MS63PL by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), guaranteeing its authenticity and quality. There are 2 coins in this grade with 6 finer. An elegant and timeless collectible, the 1859 California Fractional Gold 50C, Liberty Octagonal NGC MS63PL is the perfect addition to any numismatist’s collection.
1859 Gold 50C Liberty Head Octagonal, Low Rarity-4.
Period Two – Jeweler’s issues struck between 1859 and 1882.
Redbook Type: Large Liberty Head / Value & Date in Wreath
Made by Frontier, Deviercy & Co.
Obverse: Large Liberty head, 11 stars. 1st star to left middle of neck point, 2nd star slightly below point of nose.
Reverse: 1 2 DOLLAR 1859 within a wreath. No fraction bar. Same as BG-901.
EML 16; Burnie 26; Lee 10A; Doering 226.
| PCGS # | 888469 |
|---|---|
| BG Number | 902 |
| Grading Service | NGC |
| Year of Issue | 1859 |
| Grade | MS63 |
| Denom Type | California Fractional Gold |
| Numeric Denomination | G50C |
| Mint Location | Private Issue |
| Designation | PL |
| Circ/UnCirc | Uncirculated |
| Strike Type | Proof-Like |
| Holder Variety | BG-902 |
| Grade Add On | NONE |
| Holder Type | N/A |
