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Lovely 1862-S Double Eagle, Choice AU

1862-S $20 AU55 NGC. A briefly circulated example with pleasing yellow-gold patina on each side. The central design elements exhibit great detail, and the fields retain significant reflectivity. Scattered bagmarks limit the grade, but none merit specific mention. Although a relatively common Type One double eagle in low grades, the 1862-S quickly becomes a condition rarity in grades approaching Mint State.(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 269N, PCGS# 8938, GSID# 9902)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 854,173


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: 7
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Aug 1, 2008 for: $3,737.50
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