1857-C G$1 AU50 PCGS. Winter-1....

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1857-C Gold Dollar, AU50
Original, Attractive and Scarce

1857-C G$1 AU50 PCGS. Winter-1. The first Type Three gold dollars were minted in 1856, but the Charlotte Mint did not begin producing the series until 1857. Using the updated design from James Longacre, cleaner strikes were the goal. Sadly, the modifications did little to improve Charlotte's production quality, and this issue is known both for poor planchets and poorer striking quality. This AU example features original orange-gold surfaces with lovely undertones of olive and lilac. Trace amounts of luster appear in the borders and the protected areas. Planchet issues are seen on the obverse, with dentilation only slightly irregular. The reverse shows no significant planchet issues, but an inconsistent strike reveals weak and uneven dentils. Abrasions are typical of the issue, none of which are significantly bothersome. AU-level pieces are in demand as PCGS shows only five examples in Mint State (6/25).(Registry values: N2998)
From The Mark George Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25CE, PCGS# 7545, Greysheet# 8076)

Weight: 1.67 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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