1851 Augustus Humbert $50. Reeded Edge. K-6. Rarity-4. 887 THOUS., Target Reverse. MS-62 (PCGS). CMQ.

A second Reeded Edge counterpart to the Lettered Edge Humbert $50 offered above, this is an extraordinary Mint State survivor that ranks among the finest examples of its type extant. The amount of detail evident on both sides is far superior to that typically seen in survivors of this type. The incredible Mint State level of preservation certainly plays an important role in this, as most survivors are well worn. Most features are sharply impressed and crisply detailed apart from characteristic softness to the high points of the eagle and in isolated areas around the peripheries on both sides. The surfaces are aglow with bright, frosty, golden-yellow luster that further enhances already memorable eye appeal. Generally smooth, and rarely so in an example of this often well worn and/or heavily abraded type, there is much to recommend this coin to the advanced Territorial gold specialist. Indeed, we expect that this piece will have little difficulty finding its way into either one of the finest Territorial gold coin cabinets or a more expansive collection focusing on California Gold Rush history. In either it is destined to serve as a highlight, if not the centerpiece.

PCGS# 10214. NGC ID: ANH9.