1861-C $5 VF25 PCGS. CAC. Variety 1....

Description

Sharp VF25 1861-C Half Eagle

1861-C $5 VF25 PCGS. CAC. Variety 1. Only a single die pair is known for this final Charlotte issue, struck just prior to the start of the Civil War. Per Breen, a small portion of the mintage (887 pieces) was struck by the Confederacy, and those coins can be identified (Breen-6651) by the presence of a die crack above AMERI. The present coin exhibits the die crack, but we are nevertheless uncertain whether it represents a Federal or Confederate striking. We can say that the devices are well detailed for the VF25 grade, and there are no noticeable marks, although the left obverse field and upper reverse field are slightly granular.(Registry values: P6)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VL, PCGS# 8289, Greysheet# 9037)

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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