1836 $2 1/2 Script 8 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Breen-6143, Head of 1835, Variety 11, R.2....

Description

1836 Classic Head Quarter Eagle, MS64
Head of 1835, Breen-6143, Variety 11

1836 $2 1/2 Script 8 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Breen-6143, Head of 1835, Variety 11, R.2. From a later state of the dies as evinced by the fine die break extending from the rim, through star 6, across the L of LIBERTY, over Ms. Liberty's hair, and finally terminating in the field between the final two stars. It is all too often stated that the 1836 Script 8 two and a half is more commonly encountered than the Block 8 variant. While this is true in a broad sense, the two subvarieties are quite comparable in rarity in grades of MS64 or finer. In fact, the PCGS Population Report indicates a scant population of only 13 examples of the Script 8 type in MS64 with two pieces finer--in MS65. The Block 8 entry shows seven coins at the near-Gem level, with another in MS64+, and four better specimens, including an MS66 quarter eagle (6/16).

The current example exhibits frosty surfaces and rich, apricot-gold coloration throughout. Save for the typical weakness in the reverse shield, this piece is well-struck and--all positive attributes combined--exudes ample eye appeal.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2009), lot 4008.(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25FU, PCGS# 7694, GSID# 68429)

Metal: 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12084oz
Mintage: 547,986

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