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Description

1864 Half Eagle, XF45
Absolute Rarity, 60 to 75 Coins Known

1864 $5 XF45 PCGS. PCGS CoinFacts suggests 60 to 75 1864 half eagles are known. At the time of striking, the uncertainties of war had largely driven gold from circulation. Light friction occurs over sharply struck devices on this red-gold example. Both sides are abraded, but the absolute rarity of the issue should overcome the usual surfaces marks. Population: 11 in 45, 22 finer (11/17).(Registry values: P7)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25VU, PCGS# 8296, Greysheet# 8910)

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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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2018
3rd-8th Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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