Description
1842-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle PCGS XF45
PCGS # 8587
Grading Service PCGS
Grade XF45
Mint Location New Orleans
Year 1842
Designation NONE
Strike Business
Grade Add On NONE
1842-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle PCGS XF45
1842-O $10
SKU: 49952228
Offered here is an 1842-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle, certified PCGS XF45 (Cert #49952228), a classic New Orleans gold issue that represents both Southern branch-mint history and the enduring appeal of early Liberty Head Eagles. Struck during a formative era of American commerce, this coin is a highly desirable date-and-mintmark pairing for collectors seeking true 19th-century gold with character and authenticity.
"Coin Details"
Denomination: $10 Gold Eagle
Type: Liberty Head Eagle
Date: 1842-O
Mint: New Orleans
Grade: XF45 (PCGS), Cert #49952228
"Historical Significance"
The “O” mintmark ties this Eagle directly to the New Orleans Mint, a storied facility that supplied gold coinage to a rapidly growing economy along the Mississippi River and Gulf Coast. Liberty Head Eagles from this period are prized for their connection to pre-Civil War America and for the distinct collecting challenge presented by branch-mint gold, which often saw extensive use in daily commerce.
"Condition and Eye Appeal"
In Extremely Fine 45, this 1842-O Eagle retains strong, even detail for the grade, with clearly defined major design elements and a pleasing, circulated patina. Expect attractive gold color with natural warm honey and amber tones, complemented by lightly deeper highlights in protected areas that add depth and vintage character. Overall eye appeal is enhanced by the honest wear pattern typical of gold that circulated, making it an excellent choice for collectors who value originality over overly processed surfaces.
"Why Collectors Want It"
Classic New Orleans “O” mintmark gold, popular across multiple collecting specialties
A scarce-feeling, historically rich $10 Liberty Head that fits well in type sets and date/mint collections
XF45 offers an ideal balance of affordability, detail, and originality compared with higher-grade examples
A compelling and historically meaningful 1842-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle in PCGS XF45, this coin is a standout addition for anyone building a serious U.S. gold collection or looking for a single, impressive piece of authentic American history.