1855 $5 MS62 PCGS....

Description

Impressive 1855 Five Dollar, MS62

1855 $5 MS62 PCGS. The 1855 is one of the more frequently encountered P-mints from this elusive decade. More than 117,000 pieces were struck, but few are known in the better grades of Uncirculated. PCGS has only certified six other pieces in MS62 with nine finer (3/09). This is a brightly lustrous example that shows strong striking details on each side. A few small to moderate-sized abrasions explain the grade, but one "defect" is Mint made: a light grease stain is seen in the field out from stars 2 and 3.(Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25UP, PCGS# 8261, GSID# 8901)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.27oz
Mintage: 117,098

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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