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Scarce, Attractive AU50 1842 Small Letters Five

1842 $5 Small Letters AU50 NGC. A scarce coin in high grades and seldom seen in Mint State, the 1842 Small Letters half eagle is usually encountered with examples averaging AU50 or thereabouts, the grade of the present piece. The orange-gold surfaces show a bit of light field haze, with muted luster present around the device outlines, and there are no mentionable distractions on this attractive example. Census: 2 in 50, 14 finer (3/08).(Registry values: P7)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25ST, PCGS# 8207, Greysheet# 8886)

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
April, 2008
16th-18th Wednesday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Apr 18, 2008 for: $2,415.00
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