1854-D $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. Variety 17-M....

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1854-D Quarter Eagle, AU55
Variety 17-M, the Only Dies

1854-D $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. Variety 17-M. The only known dies for 1854-D quarter eagles, used to produce just 1,760 coins. In the second edition of his Dahlonega reference, published nearly a decade ago, Doug Winter suggested that only five or six Mint State pieces exist. Today, the number is probably closer to 10 pieces. However, this date remains elusive in all grades, with a total population estimated at 70 to 80 coins, and an average certified grade of just 46. The present piece, a lovely Choice AU specimen, is extremely important to advance collectors, with brilliant and satiny yellow surfaces, minimal high point wear, and pleasing surfaces that show few blemishes. Population: 3 in 55, 13 finer (3/12).(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25HZ, PCGS# 7771, Greysheet# 8373)

Weight: 4.18 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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