1839 $2 1/2 XF40 NGC....

Description

1839 $2 1/2 XF40 NGC. The shield and Liberty's hair curls are well struck for the type. Luster is retained in protected areas, although the wingtips and other highpoints betray wear. A pinscratch on the shield and another in the right reverse field are mentioned for accuracy. The NGC insert asserts that this piece is an overdate, however, according to the 2005 Guide Book, "So-called 9 over 8 varieties for P, C, and D mints are made from defective punches."(#7698) (Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# E2NC, PCGS# 7698, GSID# 8249)

Metal: 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12084oz
Mintage: 27,021

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