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Description

1855-O Half Eagle, AU55
Scarce in All Grades

1855-O $5 AU55 NGC. Variety 1. The 1855-O, from a mintage of 11,100 pieces, is difficult to locate in all grades. Both sides of this piece yield yellow-gold patination and traces of luster. Well struck for a New Orleans issue, save for the usual softness on the arrow feathers. Minor circulation marks persist, more so on the obverse. Census: 14 in 55, 8 finer (6/23).
Ex: New York Signature (Heritage, 12/2011), lot 4559.(Registry values: P7)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25UT, PCGS# 8264, Greysheet# 9016)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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
August, 2023
15th-20th Tuesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
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Sold on Aug 17, 2023 for: $5,280.00
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