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1847 Quarter Eagle, MS61
Very Rare in Mint State

1847 $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. CoinFacts provides a survival estimate of 125 1847 quarter eagles in all grades, including 12 mint condition representatives. While those totals seem a bit low relative to the number of submissions at PCGS and NGC, they offer a glimpse as to how challenging this underrated issue can be. Occasional lavender accents complement deep orange-gold coloration overall. The impression is nearly full, save for minor softness on the date. Lightly marked and housed in a green label holder. Population: 5 in 61, 6 finer (7/16).
From The Twelve Oaks Collection.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25H5, PCGS# 7744, GSID# 8268)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 29,800


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
September, 2016
9th-12th Friday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Sep 9, 2016 for: $3,760.00
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