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Impressive Gem 1857-S Twenty

1857-S $20 MS65 NGC. Variety 20A, the well known "Spiked Shield" reverse. Not specifically attributed to the S.S. Central America but almost assuredly from that source; the high level of preservation and the distinctive yellow-orange color are both signatures of a shipwreck source for the issue. Boldly impressed with booming mint luster and fantastic eye appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2696, PCGS# 8922, GSID# 9884)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Melt Value: $1,020.71
Gold Spot: $1,055/oz (10-23-2009)
Mintage: 970,500


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
October, 2009
22nd-24th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 326

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

Sold on Oct 23, 2009 for: Not Sold
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