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Rare and Underrated 1858-O Twenty, AU58
Flashy Fields and Sharp Strike

1858-O $20 AU58 PCGS. The 1858-O is similar to its predecessor, the 1857-O, in that both are underrated and overlooked scarcities. This example is similar some of the other higher grade examples known of this issue. The fields display remarkably deep mirroring and the devices are crisply defined throughout. The surfaces also show few abrasions, and this key on this issue as it is often found heavily marked. The few AU58 coins that are known are considered mid-Condition Census, with only a couple of Uncirculated examples extant. Population: 13 in 58, 1 finer (3/10).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2698, PCGS# 8924, GSID# 9893)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Melt Value: $1,129.07
Gold Spot: $1,167/oz (04-29-2010)
Mintage: 35,250


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
Apr-May, 2010
28th-2nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 16
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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