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1857-S Five Dollar With Pinch, AU58
Ex:
S.S. Central America

1857-S $5 S.S. Central America #2 (with Pinch) AU58 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. The 1857-S half eagle remains elusive in high grade, despite the recovery of a small number of pieces from the S.S. Central America shipwreck. This near-Mint example displays bright rose-gold luster with bold devices and minimal abrasions. Housed in a double-pane PCGS holder with a pinch of gold dust from the S.S. Central America shipwreck and a Bob Evans-signed insert. Includes Ship of Gold box and David Hall-signed COA.
From The Buxton Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 670803, Base PCGS# 8275)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2022
12th-16th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 13
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 14, 2022 for: $4,920.00
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