1861-C $5 VF30 PCGS....

Description

Pleasing Final Charlotte Mint Half Eagle, 1861-C, VF30

1861-C $5 VF30 PCGS. Variety 30-K. The only variety known for the issue. Die State I. No die cracks are visible on this earlier die state, but a few spurs are visible near AMERICA. Original orange-gold patina covers both sides of this splendid piece, which shows traces of luster around the stars and between the reverse lettering. Even wear is present throughout, and there are no particularly detracting marks. Only 6,879 half eagles were minted in 1861 before Confederate troops seized control of the Charlotte Mint on April 20th. (Registry values: P6)

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

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 6,879

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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