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Outstanding Gem 1908-S Indian Half Eagle

1908-S $5 MS65 PCGS. The 1908-S Indian half eagle is a low mintage first-year issue, with just 82,000 pieces struck. The current offering is an outstanding Gem specimen that displays pleasing satin luster and lovely honey-gold and champagne coloration across both sides. The design elements are boldly struck, and surface marks are virtually nonexistent. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth recommend this issue to type collectors for its overall quality and availability, in their voluminous Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933 (2006). Population: 40 in 65, 21 finer (6/08).
From The Oscar Alexander Collection of 1908 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28DG, PCGS# 8512, GSID# 9318)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 82,000


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: 10
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