1835 Classic Head Gold Half Eagle ($5)

Vibrant yellow-gold surfaces with fresh Fairmont originality and lively satiny luster that rolls nicely in hand. The fields show the typical scattered contact and a bit of light friction that defines the grade, yet nothing distracting, while the devices retain crisp definition for an early half eagle. Color is pleasingly even with subtle orange-gold highlights at the peripheries, giving this specimen balanced, honest eye appeal. PCGS nailed MS62, and the pedigree is front-and-center in a PCGS gold shield holder with The Fairmont Collection on the label.