1838-D $5

Description

PCGS 1838-D AU 55. The third rarest issue in the Classic series, trailing only the Crosslet 4 of 1834 and the '38-C, the 1838-D is a widely recognized rarity that is important not only to collectors of this short-lived series but is also a significant coin as a first year of issue from the Dahlonega mint as well as having the unusual obverse mintmark. When found (and that is seldom) most examples are VF or XF at best. Legitimate AU coins are very rare. This is one of the finest specimens known, probably a mid-condition census coin, with only one mint state piece certified to date (6/94), that being a PCGS MS 60.
The striking details are unusually bold on this coin with complete hair detail over the ear of Liberty. The surfaces overall are very clean and problem-free, the only exception is a single milling mark on the cheek of Liberty.

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 8178, GSID# 8882)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.2419oz
Mintage: 20,583

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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