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Pleasing 1836, Head of 1835, Quarter Eagle, MS63

1836 $2 1/2 Script 8 MS63 NGC. Head of 1835, Breen-6143, McCloskey-D, R.2. A late die state example, as evidenced by the die crack from star 6 through Liberty's hair. A nearly fully struck piece with the stars showing excellent definition, the only area of weakness is located on Liberty's hair and the shield. Lovely yellow-gold patina overlays the surfaces. Lustrous and well preserved, with no marks of any significance.(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25FU, PCGS# 7694, GSID# 68429)

Metal: 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12084oz
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
Jul-Aug, 2008
30th-3rd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
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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