1856-O $5 MS61 NGC. When Winter wrote his reference on ...

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1856-O Half Eagle, MS61, Tied For Second Finest Known

1856-O $5 MS61 NGC. When Winter wrote his reference on New Orleans gold in 1992, he stated that only one Uncirculated 1856-O Half Eagle was known. Since that time several have been discovered and certified, but today the number is still pitifully small with only four pieces certified by the two major services in MS61 or better grades. This piece is very well detailed with deep orange-gold coloration and semi-prooflike fields. Numerous small abrasions are scattered over each side, but the only one of any note is a small milling mark in the center of Liberty's cheek.
From the Ashland City Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25UY, PCGS# 8269, Greysheet# 9020)

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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