1838-D $5 PCGS MS62 (HM-1) ex: D.L. Hansen - Classic Head $5 - Near-Finest Known

This important first-year issue from the famed Dahlonega Mint exhibits razor-sharp detail. Exceptionally well preserved for both the issue and the assigned grade, both sides display only wispy hairlines from collector handling before the days of third-party grading services. The attractive mint luster quality ranges from frosty over the devices to semi-prooflike in the fields. The bright olive-gold color adds to the appeal of this beautiful coin. A mintage of 20,83 defines the issue and PCGS has only graded two finer, both MS63! This is a definite must-have for the Dahlonega specialist or registry set contender. - Classic Head $5