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Important 1851 Half Eagle, MS61

1851 $5 MS61 PCGS. This is an extremely important opportunity for the advanced specialist because the 1851 five dollar is quite scarce in Mint State grades. Mintage of 1851 half eagles in Philadelphia numbered 377,505 coins, but only about 100 have been graded Mint State by PCGS and NGC. This one is sharply struck with bright yellow-gold surfaces. Minute marks over each side limit the grade. Population: 12 in 61, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25U5, PCGS# 8246, GSID# 8897)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 377,505


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
October, 2009
22nd-24th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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