Grading Indian Head Half Eagles

VF20 Very Fine

- Noticeable wear on large middle feathers and tip of eagles wing.

EF40 Extremely Fine

- Cheekbone, war bonnet, and headband feathers slightly worn. Feathers on eagle's upper wing show considerable wear.

AU50 About Uncirculated

- Trace of wear on cheekbone and headdress.

AU55 Choice About Uncirculated

- Evidence of friction on design high points. Much of original mint luster present.

MS60 Uncirculated

- No trace of wear. Light blemishes.

MS63 Choice Uncirculated

- Some distracting contact marks or blemishes in prime focal areas. Impaired luster possible.