1868 $5

Description

NGC 1868 AU 55. As one of the finest pieces known of this rare date, this coin should prove of interest to many collectors of rare date 19th century gold. Just a smidgen of prooflikeness remains in the fields, and the coin shows several small to medium sized abrasions in the fields and a couple on the central device of Liberty as well. Medium reddish-gold color throughout, this is an impressive example of this difficult issue. Trends $4,250 in AU 50, $9,000 in MS 60.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25W5, PCGS# 8315, Greysheet# 8914)

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.

‡ The owner placed a late bid on this unreserved lot and repurchased it, subject to applicable commission.