1894-O $10

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1894-O MS 64. To explain this coin in mint state we can do no better than to quote David Akers: "The 1894-O is one of the commonest New Orleans Mint Eagles. In overall rarity, it is similar to the 1888-O, 1892-O, 1895-O and 1903-O, although for some unknown reason it is considerably more difficult to obtain in uncirculated condition than any other date of this group. Most known specimens fall in the VF-AU grade range..."
This coin is nothing short of incredible. The strike is fully brought up in all areas. The surfaces are satiny and the fields slightly reflective. There is a milling mark in the left obverse field out from star 3 that can be used to trace the pedigree of this important coin or identify it in future auction appearances. There are a couple of bands of deeper iridescent color around the peripheries on each side that add even more to the already considerable eye appeal of the coin. Both PCGS and NGC have each certified (5/94 and 4/94) 3 pieces in MS 63 of this date. While this coin is still uncertified, we do not hesitate to call it the finest known example. Only an ANA auction can bring out such an outstanding coin.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2676, PCGS# 8730, GSID# 9519)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 16.72 grams
AGW: 0.48375oz
Mintage: 107,500

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