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Description

Choice Mint State 1896 Double Eagle

1896 $20 MS64 NGC. This is an outstanding example with sharp design features and highly lustrous yellow-gold surfaces. The obverse has slightly reflective, satiny luster, and the reverse is fully frosty. A scarce date in the highest grades, a true condition rarity. NGC has only certified nine examples finer than this. Census: 135 in 64, 9 finer (12/05).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26CF, PCGS# 9029, Greysheet# 9831)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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
January, 2006
4th-7th Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 6, 2006 for: $4,887.50
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