Description
1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS MS64+ (CAC) Only 1 better..
PCGS # 8377
Grading Service PCGS
Grade MS64+
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1891
Designation NONE
Strike Business
Grade Add On CAC
1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS MS64+ (CAC) Only 1 better..
1891 $5
SKU: 46569867
The 1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle from the Philadelphia Mint is a standout example of a classic U.S. gold type coin, offered here in exceptional collector quality. Struck during a pivotal era of American commerce and industrial expansion, this Half Eagle pairs enduring historical appeal with true condition rarity, making it an ideal centerpiece for an advanced Liberty Head gold set or a premium one-coin type collection.
“Key highlights”
Date and type: 1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle
Mint: Philadelphia
Grade: PCGS MS64+ (CAC)
CAC approval: Yes
Condition ranking: Only 1 better
Certification number: 46569867
“Historical and numismatic significance”
The Liberty Head Half Eagle design, created by James B. Longacre, served as a mainstay of U.S. gold coinage in the 19th century, circulating through a rapidly modernizing nation. An 1891 Philadelphia issue represents the maturity of the series in its later decades, and high-end Mint State survivors are especially desirable due to the heavy use, export, and melting that reduced the number of premium examples available to collectors today.
“Eye appeal and surfaces”
In MS64+ with CAC endorsement, this coin offers the kind of premium quality that serious buyers seek: strong mint luster, sharply executed design elements, and notably clean surfaces for the grade. Expect attractive natural gold coloration with rich yellow-gold tones and potential hints of warm orange-gold character, giving the piece a vibrant, original look that enhances both display value and long-term desirability.
“Collector appeal”
A high-end, CAC-approved example for collectors who prioritize originality and strict quality standards
An elite condition coin for the date, with just one finer known, elevating its rarity within the market
Excellent fit for Liberty Head gold specialists, U.S. type collectors, and buyers looking to add a meaningful, historically important gold coin with strong liquidity
This 1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle combines classic American artistry, genuine 19th-century gold history, and top-tier certified quality, with a condition ranking that places it among the very finest available.