1850-D $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. Variety 13-N....

Description

1850-D Quarter Eagle, MS61
Eye-Appealing, Condition Census Quality

1850-D $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. Variety 13-N. The 0 in the date is close to the shoulder tip. The reverse is the same as seen on all Dahlonega quarter eagles produced from 1847 through the end of the denomination in 1859. The 1850-D is the most available Dahlonega quarter eagle from the 1850s. There are 175 to 225 pieces known. Probably fewer than 10 coins are truly Uncirculated.

This piece is notably sharper than usual. Slight softness occurs above the ear, and the reverse shows a touch of weakness on the eagle's legs, but the overall impression is bold. Soft mint luster and deep orange-gold color appear throughout, providing pleasing eye appeal. A number of small, shallow ticks can be seen in the obverse fields with light magnification. The reverse is cleaner and approaches an even higher grade level. None of the usual mint-made defects often found on 1850-D quarter eagles are present.
Ex: Robert L. Hughes; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2004), lot 1028, where it brought $11,500.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25HJ, PCGS# 7757, Greysheet# 8363)

Weight: 4.18 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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