Collectors are interested in the cents reportedly produced as a prototype for Confederate States of America coinage, and some seen today are restrikes, like the one sold May 3 for $102,000 by Heritage.
The key elements that drive desire for important coins rarity, condition and a history of residence in elite collections all are in place for an elusive prize that will be available in Heritage Auctions' CSNS US Coins Signature® Auction May 3-7. The 1829 half eagle Large Diameter, Large Date, BD-1, R.7, PR66+ PCGS.