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Description

Scarce 1858-O 'Genuine' Double Eagle
In-House Graded AU Details

1858-O $20 --Genuine--PCGS. We give this coin an AU50 Details grade. The design elements are in receipt of a sharp strike, as Liberty's hair and the star centers are strong. The surfaces have a greenish-yellow cast, and have been subdued as a result of cleaning. A few minute contact marks are visible, as are light roller marks in the lower right obverse field. This issue is scarce in any grade, and is difficult to obtain any better than VF. A mere four coins have been rated Mint State(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
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
September, 2008
17th-21st Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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