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1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS PR66DCAM (CAC)

1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS PR66DCAM (CAC)

US $132,249

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Grading service
PCGS
Cert number
53742365
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Date
2026-06-09
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Description

1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS PR66DCAM (CAC)
PCGS # 98486
Grading Service PCGS
Grade PR66
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1891
Designation DCAM
Strike Proof
Grade Add On NONE
1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS PR66DCAM (CAC)
1891 $5, DC
SKU: 53742365
Struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1891, this $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle is a true Proof rarity and a standout opportunity to own a classic gold issue with elite eye appeal. Certified PCGS PR66DCAM and approved by CAC, it combines top-tier preservation with the kind of deep-contrast finish that defines exceptional Proof gold of the Liberty era.
"Key highlights"
Date/Denomination: 1891 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle
Mint: Philadelphia
Strike/Finish: Proof, Deep Cameo (DCAM)
Certification: PCGS PR66DCAM, Cert #43642482
CAC: Yes
Population (as reported): 5 in PR66DCAM, with only 1 finer
"Appearance and eye appeal"
This coin displays the classic Proof presentation prized by advanced collectors: bold, frosted design elements set against richly reflective mirrored fields. Expect strong black-and-white contrast typical of DCAM Proofs, with attractive original gold coloration that may show warm honey and deeper amber-gold tones depending on lighting. Design details in Liberty’s portrait, the coronet, and the reverse eagle are sharply rendered, with overall surfaces that present as exceptionally clean for the grade.
"Historical context"
The Liberty Head Half Eagle, designed by Christian Gobrecht, served as a backbone of American gold coinage throughout the 19th century. Proof examples were struck in very limited numbers for collectors and dignitaries, making surviving high-grade Proof $5 gold pieces particularly desirable today. An 1891 Proof Half Eagle offers the appeal of a late-19th-century Philadelphia Proof issue in a denomination that remains both historically significant and visually impressive.
"Collector appeal"
With its combination of PCGS Proof grading, DCAM designation, and CAC approval, this coin is positioned for buyers who value strict quality standards and long-term collectability. Its scarce population at the PR66DCAM level and the minimal number of finer examples underscore its status as a premium selection for:
Liberty Head gold type sets
Proof gold collections
High-end registry-style sets
Collectors seeking CAC-approved Proof coins with standout contrast
A rare and visually compelling 1891 Proof $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle, offering elite certification, CAC verification, and the enduring allure of classic U.S. Proof gold.

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