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Elusive 1853-O Double Eagle, AU50

1853-O $20 AU50 PCGS. The 1853-O had a significantly lower mintage than the first three New Orleans Mint double eagles and examples are scarce in all grades. Flashy luster resides beneath the pale yellow patina that covers the present coin. Scattered abrasions are consistent with the grade. Population: 36 in 50, 53 finer (7/10).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 268N, PCGS# 8910, GSID# 9847)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 71,000


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
August, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 453

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 13, 2010 for: $7,187.50
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