***Auction Highlight*** 1912-s Gold Indian Half Eagle $5 Graded Select Unc By USCG. Few 20th century gold coins are so tantalizing as the 1912-S five dollar piece. Garrett and Guth comment on its comparative and absolute virtues: "One of the classic rarities and most difficult issues to obtain in Mint State, the 1912-S issue has earned its reputation, which is quite a feat considering the number of rarities among the Indian Head half eagle series."The Select example offered here displays strong detail overall, though the mintmark is softly struck. The subtly lustrous surfaces are surprisingly well-preserved, with only a handful of minor flaws that combine to preclude a better designation. Excessively elusive any finer; the combined certified population shows only one Gem, an 20 at choice. Tied for 22nd finest. A Corey's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away, you might not find its equal Coin. I give this coin my highest recommendation