1837 $5 MS64+ PCGS CAC

This magnificent 1837 Classic Head Half Eagle, HM-2, Block 8, Broken Arrow, PCGS MS-64+ CAC, ranks among the finest known examples of this historically important short-lived gold type. A true near-Gem with exceptional visual presence, it combines precise technical execution, outstanding preservation, and unquestionable high-end quality. The surfaces retain a refined, satiny frost, and the luster radiates boldly across both sides with strong, vibrant cartwheel activity. The strike is outstanding—razor-sharp and fully expressive. Under magnification, only a scattering of nearly imperceptible microscopic ticks and superficial frost-level marks can be found, none of which rise to the level of distraction. 

For advanced specialists in Classic Head gold, collectors assembling Condition Census-level early U.S. gold, or connoisseurs focused on PCGS- and CAC-certified type coins, this 1837 HM-2 half eagle represents a superior opportunity. The combination of sharp strike, high-end originality, refined surface quality, and recognized standing among the very finest known firmly qualifies this piece as a trophy-level example—ideally suited to anchor an advanced cabinet or a world-class early U.S. gold type set.

Provenance: From the Chicago Collection. Earlier from Heritage's February Long Beach Signature Sale of February 2005, lot 7799; our (American Numismatic Rarities') C.L. Lee Sale, September 2005, lot 1247; Heritage's sale of the Charleston Collection, June 2008 Summer FUN Signature Auction, lot 1979; our sale of the Daryl J. Haynor Virginian Collection, Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction, August, lot 5051; Legend Rare Coin Auctions' sale of the B.S.T. Collection, April 2023 Regency Auction 58, lot 54. The plate coin for the 1837 HM-2 variety in the 2020 Haynor reference on Classic Gold coinage.  

Pedigree:

The Ohio Collection

PCGS Cert Verification #37203055

• PCGS Price Guide -  $70,000
• PCGS POP - 2/5
• PCGS Price Guide Variety - $75,000
• PCGS POP Variety- 1/0
• CAC POP - 0 Finer
• CAC POP Variety- 5 Finer
• PCGS Coin# - 765244 is a variety of #8175.