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(1837-1842) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 134G, With Star AU55 PCGS. Kagin-20, R.4....
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Description
Undated Bechtler Five Dollar, AU55
Kagin-20, 134 Grains, With Star
(1837-1842) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 134G, With Star AU55
PCGS. Kagin-20, R.4. Bechtler gold coins were struck in three
denominations: one dollar, $2.50, and $5. The larger denominations
are called two-and-a-half and five-dollar gold pieces, and are not
known as quarter eagles and half eagles. Perhaps this is because
there is no eagle in the design, or possibly because the Bechtler's
never made a ten dollar piece.The gold coinage of the father-son team of Christopher and August Bechtler, assisted by August's cousin (who was also named Christopher) was highly regarded and circulated extensively in the Southeastern United States during the first half of the 19th century, from their earliest issue circa 1831 to their latest issue circa 1850. Even after the Charlotte and Dahlonega Mints began operations in 1838, the Bechtlers continued their well-respected business.
This Choice AU example represents the most accessible variety; it is perfect for the collector seeking a representative example of the famous North Carolina coinage. This piece has lovely light yellow-gold surfaces with minimal, grade-consistent marks, and lovely violet and blue toning in the peripheral areas. Certified in an early blue-label PCGS holder (PCGS 6, November-December 1998 only) with bar code on the reverse. Listed on page 399 of the 2020 Guide Book. Population: 15 in 55, 7 finer (6/19).
Ex: Riverboat Collection, April 2014, Lot 5407.
From the Collection of a Patriotic American.
Previous collections from this consignor (Continental dollars and Continental currency) can be viewed by clicking the following links:
The Collection of a Patriotic American -- Continental dollars
The Collection of a Patriotic American -- Continental currency
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2B9T, PCGS# 10097, Greysheet# 11721)
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Auction Info
2019 August 14 - 18 ANA World's Fair of Money US Coins Signature Auction - Chicago #1298 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
August, 2019
14th-18th
Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 20
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