1853/‘2’ $10 AU58 PCGS CAC

The 1853/‘2’ Liberty Head $10 Eagle is a visually engaging and sharply preserved example of this long-recognized mid-19th-century gold variety, first brought to light in a 1960 auction and long illustrated in the Red Book. Although some modern numismatic research suggests the feature is not a true overdate, the faint remnants of the underlying 2 remain clearly visible to the trained eye within the lower loop of the 3 on the present coin, sustaining its enduring appeal among Liberty Head gold specialists. The obverse exhibits richly yellow-gold foundation with light friction confined to the highest points - barely. Ample softly frosted mint luster remains active across the fields and protected areas, imparting a distinct near-Mint visual impression. Choice About Uncirculated examples of this variety are seldom encountered, and this CAC-approved AU58 example offers exceptional technical quality and eye appeal relative to the grade. Recent market data underscores continued collector demand, with CAC examples last trading at $5,040 08/24 ST and Mint State 61 coins realizing $32,900 in 02/21 LE, while current guides list $6,250 in the PCGS Price Guide and $5,500 in the CAC Price Guide, supported by limited certified populations reported by both services.