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Morphy's Premier Coins auction features rare US gold and silver coins including 1806/5 Bust Half Dollar

market-auction · 2026-04-19

On Tuesday, April 28, Morphy's Premier Coins auction will present 368 lots focusing on antique and vintage US gold and silver coins. Among the highlights is the 1806/5 Bust Half Dollar, which is the Overton-103a variety and has a PCGS MS63+ grade, recognized for its stunning originality. Also featured is a Gem-grade 1879-CC Morgan Dollar and a rare 1798/7 overdate $10 Capped Bust Heraldic Eagle, showcasing 9x4 stars. The auction catalog includes a selection of rare Lincoln and Indian head pennies, mint sets, tokens, paper money, foreign currency, bank drafts, commemorative coins, and solid gold bars. Many high-grade silver dollars will also be available, with several items returning after years off the market. Notably, the 1798/7 overdate $10 Capped Bust Heraldic Eagle is one of only three coins being auctioned.

Key facts

  • Morphy's Premier Coins auction scheduled for Tuesday, April 28
  • 368 lots of antique and vintage US gold and silver coins
  • Highlights include 1806/5 Bust Half Dollar coin with Overton-103a variety
  • Coin graded PCGS MS63+ and described as remarkably original
  • Includes Gem-grade 1879-CC Morgan Dollar
  • Features 1798/7 overdate $10 Capped Bust Heraldic Eagle with 9x4 stars
  • Most coins offered for first time in many years
  • Catalog includes rare pennies, mint sets, tokens, paper money, foreign currency, bank drafts, commemorative coins, gold bars

Entities

Institutions

  • Morphy's
  • PCGS

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