Lot 4454
1911-D $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-64. Light even toning on both sides. Struck in the revolutionary "recessed relief" style of other 1908-29 half eagles, the mintmark on the coin is well defined. The balance of the devices are also sharp with clearly separated feathers in the bonnet and on the eagle's wing. The luster displays typical frosty, somewhat granular texture of the period, with suggestions of natural toning. The number of abrasions is minimal, while the overall impact on the visual sense compares favorably with some Indian $5 gold pieces we have seen in higher grades.
Mintage came to just 72,500 pieces, with the 1911-D considered to be among the rarest 20th century gold coins in grades above the Mint State 63. Pop 12; 2 finer in 65 (PCGS # 8521) .
Estimated Value $40,000 - 44,000.
Ohringer Family Trust Holdings.
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| Realized $50,600 |
