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Conditionally Challenging 1861-S Half Eagle AU55

1861-S $5 AU55 NGC. This appealing Choice AU half eagle is well struck on most design features, except for the eagle's arrow fletchings and right (facing) talons. Even highpoint wear is noted on both sides. The light greenish coloration is augmented by considerable amounts of reddish mint luster for the grade. This issue is a formidable rarity at all grade levels. Census: 5 in 55, 8 finer (8/07). (Registry values: P8)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VN, PCGS# 8291, GSID# 9039)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 18,000


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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Auction Info

Auction Dates
September, 2007
27th-28th Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 16
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Sep 28, 2007 for: $9,775.00
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