1852 U.S. Assay Office Gold Eagle ($10)

Deep copper-rose patina settles into the engine-turned reverse lattice and the recesses around the eagle, setting off brassy yellow-gold devices and rims for striking two-tone contrast. Wear is even and honest, with bold legends, a sharp 884 THOUS ribbon, and good feather definition remaining on the wings. A few scattered ticks in the open fields are typical for the grade. The skin is original and wholesome, giving this tough piece of Pioneer gold strong eye appeal in its PCGS Gold Shield holder.