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Desirable 1862 Double Eagle, Choice XF

1862 $20 XF45 PCGS. The production of double eagles at the Philadelphia Mint dropped sharply between 1861 and 1862, from 2,976,453 pieces to just 92,133 coins. The 1862 is elusive in all grades. Flashy luster accents the yellow-gold surfaces of the present coin. Liberty's hair has a bit of softness, but the rest of the details are bold. Population: 11 in 45, 31 finer (6/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 269M, PCGS# 8937, GSID# 9799)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 92,098


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, 2009
31st-2nd Friday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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