1858-S $5 AU55 NGC....

Description

Elusive 1858-S Half Eagle, AU55

1858-S $5 AU55 NGC. This is an appealing Choice AU example, which becomes even more attractive when it is examined closely using a magnifier. The satiny surfaces display light straw-gold color, minor wear, and just a few wispy marks and hairlines. The '58-S half eagle is a rare issue that is virtually unknown in Mint State, and extremely scarce in finer AU grades such as this one. Census: 6 in 55, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P8)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VA, PCGS# 8279, GSID# 9028)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 18,600

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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