1839 $10 LG LETTERS

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1839 Large Letters Eagle, MS 61 NGC

1839 Large Letters MS 61 NGC. This is the so-called "Type of 1838" or "Old Portrait" variety. Actually, the head is much smaller on the obverse than on the later type. A very elusive two-year type coin, and one that is very difficult to locate in mint state condition. The central details, i.e., the hair strands and feathers on the eagle, are unusually distinct on this piece. The only area of softness is on the radials of the stars. The surfaces are slightly dull and moderately abraded as would be expected from the grade. One of the finest pieces known of this scarce issue. Population: 1 in 61, 1 finer (6/98), PCGS has graded 8 mint state examples.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 262E, PCGS# 8576, Greysheet# 9357)

Weight: 16.72 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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