1842-C $5 SM DATE

Description

1842-C Small Date Fine 15. Without a question, this is the rarest dated Charlotte minted half eagle, and with the exception of the 1849-C Open Wreath gold dollar, it is the rarest Charlotte minted coin of any denomination. There are two small pinscratch "x" marks in the right obverse field and a couple of abrasions normally consistent with the grade. A rare opportunity for the Charlotte gold specialist. Trends $1,900 in Fine 12, $3,850 in VF 20 (5/23).

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25SV, PCGS# 8208, GSID# 8965)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 27,432

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.