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1836 $2 1/2 Block 8 AU58 NGC. Head of 1837, Breen-6144, Variety-15, R.2. The center stroke of the 8 is thin, the first hair curl is flatter than the second, and there is a berry on the olive branch. This near-Mint State piece retains a fair amount of luster and is well delineated, save for the usual softness in the hair at Liberty's forehead and ear and along the shield's left border.(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25FU, PCGS# 97694, GSID# 8242)

Metal: 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12084oz
Mintage: 547,986


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
Apr-May, 2010
28th-2nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Classic Head Quarter Eagles Die Variety Guide

The series of Classic Head quarter eagles issued from 1834 to 1839 includes 28 different individual die varieties. To date nothing has been published regarding each of the varieties. This guide provides identification and photos of the individual varieties with an of rarity for each variety.

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Sold on Apr 30, 2010 for: $1,610.00
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