1856-D $5 --Altered Surfaces--ANACS. AU55 Details....

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Challenging 1856-D Half Eagle AU55 Details

1856-D $5 --Altered Surfaces--ANACS. AU55 Details. Variety 33-BB. This sharply struck and low mintage Dahlonega five appears pleasing to the unaided eye, and is uncommonly void of abrasions. The surfaces are minutely granular, likely due to long-term exposure to seawater, although the ANACS designation implies a different cause.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25UX, PCGS# 8268, GSID# 9019)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 19,786

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