BG- 920, 1870 California Fractional Gold 50C, Liberty Octagonal NGC MS64 - TOP POP
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This BG-920 1870 Liberty Octagonal California Fractional Gold 50C coin has been certified with an MS64 grade by NGC and as the single highest graded specimen, is the TOP POP for this variety, making it an especially desirable choice for any collector. The symbolic octagonal shape of this coin is a remarkable feature, reminiscent of the $50 gold slugs produced in San Francsico during the Gold Rush decades earlier. The obverse features a beautiful image of Lady Liberty, with the inital "G" below her bust memorialzing the creator Robert B. Gray & Co. On the reverse, two ornate laurel branches surround the words “CAL. GOLD" and "HALF DOL” inscribed across the center, with the date 1870 below. This is a truly stunning specimen, with crisp details and a rich luster. Add this rare and highly sought-after piece to your collection today!
1870 Gold 50C Liberty Head Octagonal, initials G on obverse. High Rarity-4.
Period Two – Jeweler’s issues struck between 1859 and 1882.
Redbook Type: Small Liberty Head / Value & CAL GOLD in Wreath
Made by Robert B. Gray & Co.
Obverse: 13 stars around and G below Liberty head. 1st star to middle left of neck, coronet points to the 6th star. The 2nd and 6th stars are small. BG-919 but repolished.
Reverse: * CAL. GOLD HALF DOL 1870 inside of wreath. The star is 5-pointed.
EML 26; Burnie 45; Lee 21C; Doering 239.
| PCGS # | 10778 |
|---|---|
| BG Number | 920 |
| Grading Service | NONE |
| Year of Issue | NONE |
| Grade | NONE |
| Denom Type | N/A |
| Numeric Denomination | G50C |
| Mint Location | NONE |
| Designation | NONE |
| Circ/UnCirc | Not Specified |
| Strike Type | N/A |
| Holder Variety | BG-920 |
| Grade Add On | NONE |
| Holder Type | N/A |
