1850-C Liberty Head Gold $5 Half Eagle (Coronet Head)
| Weight | 8.359 grams |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Mint | Charlotte |
| Mintage | 63,591 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-5855 |
Charlotte delivered 63,591 half eagles in 1850, a strong production year that ranked near the top of the facility's output history. The high figure suggests that the North Carolina gold fields experienced a brief resurgence in bullion deposits, or that the Mint allocated additional resources to half eagle production. The 63,591-coin mintage is among the most generous Charlotte figures in the series.
The 1850-C is one of the more available Charlotte half eagles, offering collectors a better selection of grades and eye appeal than most Charlotte dates. Circulated examples from Fine through About Uncirculated appear at major auctions with reasonable frequency. Uncirculated coins exist in larger numbers than many Charlotte issues, though they are still uncommon by Philadelphia standards. The coin is often recommended for collectors beginning a Charlotte gold collection.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | — |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | — |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | — |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $2,625–$3,025 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $2,755–$3,180 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $3,430–$3,960 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $9,745–$11,245 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | $21,430–$22,690 |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
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