1914-S Indian Half Eagle. MS-63 (PCGS). CAC.
Superior striking quality and surface preservation highlight this significant rarity among Indian half eagles. The devices are uniformly bold with most features sharp. This includes the S mintmark, which is fully outlined, if lacking in some of the finer detail. Minimally granular, the satin to softly frosted luster is suitably vibrant and a distinct cut above the norm for a Mint State 1914-S half eagle. The vivid pinkish-honey color adds appeal. Advanced 20th century gold collectors would be wise to pursue this coin with vigor. The 1914-S is one of the leading condition rarities in the Indian half eagle series of 1908 to 1929. Thanks to a sizable hoard that entered the numismatic market before 1988, low end Mint State coins are obtainable with patience, although they are still scarce by the standards of the type. Beginning at the MS-63 level, however, the 1914-S emerges as a rare to very rare issue. Indeed, in the finest Mint State grades this issue is tied with the 1912-S as the most challenging Indian half eagle to collect. Definitely an important offering and we expect this impressive piece to perform exceptionally well at auction.
PCGS# 8529. NGC ID: 28DW.
PCGS Population: 56; 11 finer (MS-65+ finest). CAC Population: 16; 4.
From the Fairmont Collection - JBR Set.