Lot 28
1852 Liberty Head California Gold Half Dollar Coin
Sold February 26, 2026
- Price realized
- $135
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $200-350
Origin: California, U.S.A
Denomination: Half Dollar
Year: 1852
Mint: No Official U.S. mint but minted in California, U.S.A., privately minted
Grade/Condition: VF
Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight (+/- 0.2g): 0.6 grams
Additional Description: Struck in 1852 during the early years of California’s Gold Rush, this Liberty Head Half Dollar gold coin represents a fascinating chapter in the region’s numismatic history. The obverse bears the classic Liberty Head, a symbol of freedom and national identity, rendered with elegant detail. Of particular interest is the reverse, which is believed to feature a bear; an emblem of strength and a subtle nod to California itself; surrounded by the denomination within a wreath. Believed to be of VF (Very Fine) grade, the coin shows moderate wear while retaining much of the clarity and artistry of its design.
Lot details
- Lot
- 28
- Closed
- February 26, 2026
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