1854 Proof Liberty Head Gold $5 Half Eagle (Coronet Head)
| Weight | 8.359 grams |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 160,675 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-5867 |
The 1854 proof half eagle was struck in an estimated mintage of 25 to 80 coins. Surviving proofs are scarce. The proof shows Gobrecht's Coronet Head design in full mirrored detail with sharply defined devices and brilliant fields. The proof was struck from specially prepared dies on carefully selected planchets, producing mirrored fields and sharply defined devices. The care taken in proof production reveals details of the engraving that circulation strikes cannot match, including fine hair texture, individual feather definition, and precise lettering. Certification by PCGS or NGC is essential for establishing proof status and grade, as the distinction from a high-grade business strike requires expert surface analysis.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — |
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