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Important 1838-C Quarter Eagle, MS62 NGC

1838-C $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. Winter 1-A. The first Quarter Eagle issue from the Charlotte Mint, which had begun production that year. Only 7,880 pieces were struck, and Uncirculated survivors are infrequently encountered. The 1838-C is popular not only because of the obverse mintmark placement but also because it is one of only two C-Mint Quarter Eagle issues with the Classic design. The mintmark is widely recut north, and the lowest two arrowheads touch the final letters in AMERICA. Several stars are boldly repunched. The strike is good if not needle-sharp, and the surfaces are surprisingly free from mentionable abrasions. Extensive bright luster further aids the eye appeal. A faint die crack (as made) is noted above the eagle's left (facing) wing. Population: 5 in 62, 2 finer (7/03). (#7697)

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 7697, GSID# 8257)

Metal: 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12084oz
Mintage: 7,880


Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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Auction Info

Auction Dates
November, 2003
7th-10th Friday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
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Classic Head Quarter Eagles Die Variety Guide

The series of Classic Head quarter eagles issued from 1834 to 1839 includes 28 different individual die varieties. To date nothing has been published regarding each of the varieties. This guide provides identification and photos of the individual varieties with an of rarity for each variety.

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