1888 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle NGC PF66 Cameo

1888 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle – NGC PF66 Cameo
Ultra-Rare Proof with Striking Cameo Contrast

The 1888 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle NGC PF66 Cameo is an exceptionally rare Proof issue from the late 19th century, showcasing the elegant Liberty head design by Christian Gobrecht. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin features a finely detailed obverse portrait of Liberty and a classic heraldic eagle on the reverse, exemplifying the artistry and precision of U.S. Mint Proof coins. With a certified population of just 1, this coin is among the most elusive and sought-after in the Half Eagle series.

Certified PF66 Cameo by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, it exhibits deeply mirrored fields contrasted by frosted devices, creating the dramatic Cameo effect prized by investors. The strike is sharp throughout, with exceptional detail in Liberty’s coronet and the eagle’s feathers.

Coin Highlights:

• Denomination: $5

• Year: 1888

• Mint: Philadelphia 

• Grade: NGC PF66 Cameo

• Population: 1 certified example at this grade
• Purity: 0.900 fine gold (90% gold, 10% copper)
• Design: Liberty head on obverse; heraldic eagle on reverse

A Singular Gem Proof of the Liberty Half Eagle Series

The 1888 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle PF66 Cameo is an ultra-rare, museum-quality Proof, combining extreme scarcity, sharp strike, and dramatic cameo contrast, making it a pinnacle for advanced U.S. gold enthusiasts.