1796 $2 1/2 No Stars--Genuine--PCGS....

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Legendary No Stars 1796 Quarter Eagle, BD-2

1796 $2 1/2 No Stars--Genuine--PCGS. Breen-6113, BD-2, R.4. We suggest a details grade of AU50, and a net grade of VF20. The left and right obverse field has been carefully smoothed. The reverse has nearly complete luster. Obverse luster is limited to Liberty's neck curls. The centers are softly struck, and the portrait exhibits a few moderate adjustment marks, as produced. A couple of wispy and unimportant pinscratches are noted between the AT in STATES. Honey-gold toning is prominent, particularly on the reverse.
The 1796 No Stars quarter eagle is highly coveted for its rarity as a type coin. Stars were introduced on the 1796 BD-3, which makes the No Stars variety a single-year type. It is also important for its status as the first year of the denomination. The Guide Book reports a mintage of just 963 pieces.(Registry values: P10)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25F2, PCGS# 7645, Greysheet# 8208)

Weight: 4.37 grams

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper

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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