1851 Liberty Head Eagle $10 Gold (Granite Lady Hoard) NGC AU53

The 1851 Liberty Head Eagle $10 Gold (Granite Lady Hoard) NGC AU53 is a Choice About Uncirculated example of one of American numismatics' most enduring gold type coins. Struck in 0. 900 fine gold at a weight of 0. 4838 troy oz, this $10 Eagle carries the iconic Coronet Liberty Head design introduced in 1838, with thirteen stars encircling the obverse portrait and the date 1851 below. The reverse features a bold heraldic eagle with spread wings, the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA arcing above, and the denomination TEN D. at the base. What elevates this example above a standard type coin is its Granite Lady Hoard designation, prominently noted on the NGC label. Hoard coins of this kind carry documented provenance that resonates strongly with advanced collectors and adds a layer of historical narrative to the piece. At AU-53, the coin retains significant original surfaces and sharp design detail, representing an accessible entry point into certified mid-19th century U. S. gold. The coin is housed in NGC's tamper-evident, sonically sealed slab bearing certification number 4305205-199, making it registry-ready and easy to store, display, or trade.