1908-S Indian Eagle. MS-62 (PCGS).

1908-S Indian Eagle. MS-62 (PCGS).，This handsome Indian eagle has the appearance of a Choice Mint State coin. It is highly lustrous with a satiny finish and both sides offer razor sharp striking detail from the rims to the centers. Wisps of pale rose iridescence are seen over otherwise medium gold surfaces. We urge interested parties to prepare strong bids for this premium quality example.<p>The San Francisco Mints first Indian eagle mintage was just 59,850 coins in 1908. These coins are all of the Motto design type, introduced after Congress mandated the return of IN GOD WE TRUST to this denomination over the objection of President Theodore Roosevelt. As with its identically dated Indian half eagle and Saint-Gaudens double eagle counterparts, the 1908-S eagle offers a high standard of quality, and the typical Uncirculated example is fully struck with intense luster, as here. The certified population drops off markedly at the Choice level, identifying the present example as among the finest realistically obtainable for most collectors. The R.L. Miles, Jr. provenance adds further appeal.<p>，From the A.J. Vanderbilt Collection. Earlier from our (Stacks) sale of the R.L. Miles, Jr. Collection, October 1968, lot 799. Lot tag included.，