1837 $5 MS61 NGC. Breen-6512, McCloskey 2-B, R.2....

Description

1837 Large Date, Block 8 Classic Five, MS61
Scarce in Uncirculated

1837 $5 MS61 NGC. Breen-6512, McCloskey 2-B, R.2. Large Date, Block 8. The 1837 is a scarcer issue in the short-lived Classic half eagle series. It is also seldom found in mint condition. This example shows numerous small abrasions scattered across each side, but none are worth individual mention. The lemon-yellow frosted mint luster has taken on a slight reddish tinge that is easiest seen around the margins. Census: 24 in 61, 28 finer (10/19).(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25RZ, PCGS# 8175, GSID# 8866)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.2419oz
Mintage: 207,121

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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