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Elusive AU 1855-C Gold Dollar

1855-C G$1 AU50 NGC. Variety 9-K. Doug Winter only lists one variety for the date, with the last 5 in the date toward the right side of the A in DOLLAR and a sharp date, as on the present example. Another variety shows the last 5 centered under the A, with the 8 in the date weak. This piece shows bold clashing on the obverse behind the Indian's head, with attractive deep orange-gold patina and no consequential marks. The only Type Two C-mint gold dollar, and an issue rare in AU or finer.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25C5, PCGS# 7533, GSID# 8071)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 1.67 grams
AGW: 0.04838oz
Mintage: 9,803


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
Jul-Aug, 2008
30th-3rd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Aug 1, 2008 for: $7,475.00
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