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Exceptional 1859-O Ten Dollar, AU53

1859-O $10 AU53 NGC. The 1859-O ten dollar comes from a small mintage (2,300 pieces), and has a small certified population (NGC and PCGS have certified 55 coins, all in circulated condition). Moreover, Douglas Winter, in his Gold Coins of the New Orleans Mint: 1839-1909, writes: "This date has below average eye appeal. The typical 1859-O eagle is well worn and shows scattered deep abrasions on the obverse and reverse."
The AU53 offering in this sale projects above-average eye appeal. The yellow-gold surfaces display some prooflike flashes in the protected areas, and the design features are nicely defined, including the hair at Liberty's ear and the eagle's leg feathers, areas that are often weak. The usual flatness occurs in the star centers, however. The surface quality is much better than often seen, as the marks scattered about are relatively minute, though we do note a minor obverse rim bruise at 4:00. Census: 7 in 53, 7 finer (6/08).(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2642, PCGS# 8629, Greysheet# 9456)

Weight: 16.72 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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