US 1901 $5 HALF EAGLE CAC MS64
080-00439
The **1901 U.S. Half Eagle ($5 gold coin) graded CAC MS64** is a premium near-gem example of the long-running **Liberty Head Half Eagle series**, struck during the height of American industrial expansion at the turn of the 20th century. Produced by the United States Mint, this coin reflects both strong classical design and the high production standards of late 19th- and early 20th-century gold coinage.
The obverse features the elegant **Liberty Head design by Christian Gobrecht**, which was used on U.S. gold coins for decades. Lady Liberty is shown in profile facing left, wearing a coronet inscribed with the word “LIBERTY.” She is surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies, with the date “1901” positioned below. The design is refined and balanced, symbolizing stability and continuity in American coinage during a period of rapid national growth.
The reverse displays a bold **heraldic eagle with a shield on its chest**, clutching arrows in one talon and an olive branch in the other, symbolizing both military readiness and peace. Above the eagle is a cluster of stars, and the inscriptions read “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “FIVE D.” The overall design is strong, classical, and deeply rooted in American heraldic tradition.
In **MS64 (Mint State 64) condition with CAC approval**, this coin is considered a **high-end near-gem specimen**. It has never entered circulation and retains full original mint luster with strong eye appeal. At this level, the coin typically shows only **minor, scattered contact marks or light abrasions**, often confined to the fields or less focal areas. The CAC (Certified Acceptance Corporation) endorsement confirms that the coin meets strict quality standards for the assigned grade and is considered solid or high-end for MS64.
The 1901 Half Eagle is part of a widely collected series, and CAC-approved examples are especially desirable due to their superior surface quality and overall preservation.
Overall, this coin represents a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century U.S. gold coinage, combining historical significance, classic design, and strong numismatic quality.
The obverse features the elegant **Liberty Head design by Christian Gobrecht**, which was used on U.S. gold coins for decades. Lady Liberty is shown in profile facing left, wearing a coronet inscribed with the word “LIBERTY.” She is surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies, with the date “1901” positioned below. The design is refined and balanced, symbolizing stability and continuity in American coinage during a period of rapid national growth.
The reverse displays a bold **heraldic eagle with a shield on its chest**, clutching arrows in one talon and an olive branch in the other, symbolizing both military readiness and peace. Above the eagle is a cluster of stars, and the inscriptions read “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “FIVE D.” The overall design is strong, classical, and deeply rooted in American heraldic tradition.
In **MS64 (Mint State 64) condition with CAC approval**, this coin is considered a **high-end near-gem specimen**. It has never entered circulation and retains full original mint luster with strong eye appeal. At this level, the coin typically shows only **minor, scattered contact marks or light abrasions**, often confined to the fields or less focal areas. The CAC (Certified Acceptance Corporation) endorsement confirms that the coin meets strict quality standards for the assigned grade and is considered solid or high-end for MS64.
The 1901 Half Eagle is part of a widely collected series, and CAC-approved examples are especially desirable due to their superior surface quality and overall preservation.
Overall, this coin represents a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century U.S. gold coinage, combining historical significance, classic design, and strong numismatic quality.
| Additional Information | |
|---|---|
| COUNTRY | USA |
| DENOMINATION | $5 |
| EdgeItemKey | 001-080-00439 |
| GRADE | MS64 |
| Inventory Type | Stock |
| MINT MARK | philadelpha |
| stone info | [] |
| Vendor Style Code | 1901 HALF EAGLE |
| YEAR | 1901 |
