1857-S $5 MS61 NGC....

Description

Conditionally Scarce 1857-S Half Eagle MS61

1857-S $5 MS61 NGC. This low mintage issue saw heavy use in the West Coast channels of commerce, and remains scarce today at every grade level. Just 16 examples have been certified in Mint State, by NGC and PCGS combined, and several of those were "survivors" of the S.S. Central America shipwreck. This piece is well struck with somewhat muted luster and variegated lime-gold and pink-rose coloration. Surface marks are not excessive for the grade. (Registry values: P6)

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

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 87,000

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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