1838-C $5 XF40 ANACS....

Description

Sharp XF 1838-C Classic Five

1838-C $5 XF40 ANACS. Breen-6517, Normal 5, Variety 1-A, R.4. This introductory Charlotte five dollar issue has a scant emission of 17,179 pieces. It is the only C-mint Classic five issue, since the Liberty half eagle took over the denomination in 1839. This pleasantly detailed yellow-gold example lacks consequential marks and should satisfy a majority of Southern gold collectors.(Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25S5, PCGS# 8177, GSID# 8881)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.2419oz
Mintage: 17,179

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.