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Extremely Rare 1855-D Large D Five Dollar, MS61

1855-D $5 Large D MS61 NGC. Variety 32-AA, identified according to Douglas Winter in The Gold Coins of the Dahlonega Mint, 1838-1861 by the upright of the mintmark over the gap between the V and E in FIVE, and away from the stem and well below the feather.
The 1855-D is extremely rare in Mint State. Winter estimates four to five extant Uncirculated coins. NGC and PCGS have certified eight specimens, five of which are MS61, and one each in MS62, MS63, and MS64.
The yellow-gold surfaces of this MS61 example display relatively well struck design elements, save for softness on the eagle's neck feathers, this being typical for the issue. The most potent luster resides in the recesses, and each side reveals a more or less equal distribution of light to moderate contact marks. This may well be considered a special offering, as one seeking a Mint State example is unlikely to locate one finer!(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25US, PCGS# 8263, Greysheet# 9014)

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
March, 2008
6th-7th Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Mar 7, 2008 for: Not Sold
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