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1839-O $2 1/2 XF40 NGC. Low Date, Close Fraction. McCloskey-B, R.4. An elusive quarter eagle variety from the Close Fraction reverse with both digit elements of the fraction touching the diagonal bar on the reverse. The reverse is also inverted and has a horizontal die crack from the right (facing) wing to the eagle's head. Yellow-gold surfaces display splashes of peach and a few small marks.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25G7, PCGS# 7701, GSID# 8261)

Metal: 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.13oz
Mintage: 17,781


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
May, 2009
28th-31st Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 9
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 May 29, 2009 for: $1,495.00
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