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Tempting Select 1897-S Half Eagle

1897-S $5 MS63 PCGS. Pale straw-gold radiance dominates the centers of this solidly struck 19th century S-mint, while the margins reveal deeper orange to honey-gold shadings. Minor wispy abrasions are present in the fields, but the portrait is remarkably clean. Population: 10 in 63, 8 finer (7/10).(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25YN, PCGS# 8395, Greysheet# 9097)

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
August, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 13, 2010 for: $3,450.00
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