1840-C $5 AU58 PCGS....

Description

Near-Mint 1840-C Half Eagle

1840-C $5 AU58 PCGS. Variety 2-B, the only known die marriage. This is an attractive near-Mint offering, with even lime-gold toning and minor wear on the higher points of the design. The design elements are boldly struck in the centers, while some of the peripheral stars and reverse letters are weak, as are the eagle's talons and arrow fletchings. This Charlotte Mint issue is scarce at all grade levels. Population: 4 in 58, 1 finer (4/08). (Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25SD, PCGS# 8196, Greysheet# 8957)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.27oz
Mintage: 18,992

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