1818 Capped Bust $5 Gold Half Eagle BD-1 [R5] - ANACS VF 20 Details PF-21/Cr.191 Inscription within square flanked by

Inscription within square flanked by oak leaves

Nice natural toning on this medal commemorating the 100th anniversary of the arrival of the Norwegian ship Restauration in America

Mint issued in original box

KM# 512 Denomination 5 Mark Country German States\Prussia Government Kingdom Ruler Friedrich III Coinage Type Reform Coinage Mint Berlin Composition Silver Fineness 0

1818 Capped Bust $5 Gold Half Eagle BD-1 [R5] - ANACS VF 20 Details PF-21/Cr.191 Inscription within square flanked byWhile clearly not without issue, this coin is downright scarce. First and foremost, the mintage was a scant 48,588. Secondly, only around 200 are believed extant in any grade. Finally, circulated specimens are just about split even with uncirculated specimens. Wholesale bid for "no problem" Fine 12 coins is currently $4,200 & VF 20 coins are $5,500. While this coins is clearly not "no problem" it does demand consideration with real VF details.