1862-S $5 AU55 NGC....

Description

1862-S Half Eagle, AU55
Among the Finer Examples Seen

1862-S $5 AU55 NGC. While the Civil War effectively ended the circulation of gold and silver coinage up and down the East Coast, hard money remained in the channels of Western commerce throughout that fraught period in American history. The San Francisco Mint struck 9,500 half eagles in 1862, nearly all of which ended up in circulation. Probably three or four pieces survive in Mint State, at best, and the entire population of 1862-S five dollar gold pieces is likely smaller than 100 coins. This important Choice AU offering ranks among the top handful of examples we have seen. Detail is good and hints of luster remain. Orange-gold surfaces are expectedly abraded. Enthusiasts should not let this opportunity slip away. Census: 6 in 55, 3 finer (3/21).(Registry values: P8)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VR, PCGS# 8293, Greysheet# 9040)

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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