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1836 Quarter Eagle, Block 8, MS62

1836 $2 1/2 Block 8 MS62 PCGS. Head of 1837, Breen-6144, McCloskey-C, 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. Two-toned hues grace the surfaces on this piece, canary-yellow in the centers and rich orange-gold near the rims, and subdued luster is present. A few wispy marks account for the grade. There is a dark spot at the obverse rim above star 8. This piece is certified in a green-label holder.(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
Melt Value: $137.40
Gold Spot: $1,137/oz (01-08-2010)
Mintage: 547,986


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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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2010
6th-10th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 3
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

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 Jan 8, 2010 for: Not Sold
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