1857-S $5 AU58 PCGS....

Description

1857-S Five Dollar, Near-Mint
Ex: S.S. Central America

1857-S $5 AU58 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Although not the denomination typically associated with the S.S. Central America, this attractive half eagle hails from that shipwreck. Judging by the light friction on Liberty's eyebrow and hairbun, this partly lustrous coin may have been brought aboard by a passenger. The predominantly peach-gold surfaces show rose-violet accents at the upper right and lower obverse. This lot comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by famous former fugitive Tommy Thompson, and a blue faux Ship of Gold book.
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 3473, which realized $7,475.(Registry values: P6)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25V6, PCGS# 8275, Greysheet# 9025)

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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