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Appealing 1860-D Medium D Half Eagle, MS62

1860-D $5 Medium D MS62 PCGS. Variety 38-FF. This is the variety that has a medium mintmark on the reverse, and is attributed by the upright of the D over the VE of FIVE. The 1860-D is most often seen in Extremely Fine grades, and is more available in the lower levels of About Uncirculated than its small mintage of 14,635 would suggest. It is rare in high-end AU, and extremely rare in Mint State (Douglas Winter, Gold Coins of the Dahlonega Mint, 2003).
A relatively sharp strike brings out strong definition on most of the design elements, including all of the star centers and the hair at Liberty's forehead, areas that are sometimes weak. The usual softness occurs on the curl beneath Liberty's ear and on the eagle's neck feathers, and a scattering of light marks occasionally interrupts the luster flow. Overall, this coin exudes pleasing eye appeal.(Registry values: P4)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VH, PCGS# 8286, Greysheet# 9034)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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
Jul-Aug, 2008
30th-3rd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jul 31, 2008 for: $19,550.00
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