1838-D $5

Description

Lustrous AU 55 1838-D Half Eagle

1838-D AU 55 PCGS. This third example is very sharply detailed with much of the original Mint luster visible beneath light green-gold color; a touch of rose can be seen in the left obverse field.
Like many first-year issue coins, the 1838-D half eagle is more available in higher grades than one might think, due primarily to pieces being saved as novelties. An estimated three dozen are known in the various AU grades as well as 6 to 8 in Mint State. The level of demand for this issue is great enough, however, that nearly any high grade piece that is offered for sale is readily absorbed.

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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