1850-D Half Eagle $5, PCGS AU55, Liberty Head, No Motto. This half eagle was struck at the Dahlonega Mint in Georgia during one of the most interesting and tumultuous times in United States history. The Gold Rush was in full swing in the hills of California while the nation was on a path that would lead to Civil War just a decade later. Southern branch mint gold coins from this era hold special allure with collectors/investors and continue to benefit from strong demand making the acquisition of original and choice pieces increasingly difficult.

The piece offered here is very strong for the grade and has the look of a true super slider AU58 piece. Even as graded, only 11 pieces have been certified higher at PCGS making this a truly scarce offering. Beautiful yellow honey golden color is seen on both sides and no major distractions or abrasions worthy of noting can be found. This is a lovely and conservatively graded southern branch mint gold half eagle sure to please the specialist working on a set of Dahlonega gold or to serve as a wonderful type piece in a high end numismatic portfolio.