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Delightful 1861-S Double Eagle, Choice AU

1861-S $20 AU55 NGC. A charming S-mint double eagle with splendid orange-gold patina throughout. Numerous small abrasions are present, including one large bagmark on Liberty's hair. The strike is crisp, however, and there is lots of swirling luster on the reverse. This affordable piece would make an excellent representative of a Type One double eagle. (Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 269K, PCGS# 8935, GSID# 9900)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 768,000


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: 4
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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