1841-D $2 1/2 MS60 NGC. Variety 2-C....

Description

1841-D Quarter Eagle, MS60
Beautiful, Rich Coloration
Extremely Rare in Mint State

1841-D $2 1/2 MS60 NGC. Variety 2-C. The 1841-D is only the second Liberty Head quarter eagle struck at the Dahlonega Mint and was produced during a period when gold deposits as the Georgia facility were still fairly small. Only 4,164 pieces were struck, and the vast majority experienced heavy circulation. Fewer than 100 pieces are thought to survive in all grades; AU examples are rarely encountered, and Mint State pieces are normally unobtainable.

This representative is one of five Mint State pieces certified by NGC and PCGS combined. The design elements are boldly rendered and satiny luster is seen in portions of the fields. The surfaces exhibit incredible orange-gold and amber-red patina with silvery-gold highlights around the relief elements. Such visual appeal is remarkable on this issue, as Doug Winter notes that even "Original, uncleaned 1841-D quarter eagles do not usually show appealing coloration. Many have a somewhat 'washed-out' appearance, with light yellow or pale green-gold hues. In addition, the majority have been cleaned or dipped at some time." This is arguably the most attractive 1841-D we have offered in recent years and it is the first Mint State example we have handled in nearly a decade. The astute Southern gold specialist should acquire this coin while the opportunity presents itself. Census: 1 in 60, 2 finer (11/15).(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25GF, PCGS# 7722, Greysheet# 8337)

Weight: 4.18 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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