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Description

1872-S Five, Choice AU
Scarce S-Mint Issue

1872-S $5 AU55 NGC. As with other San Francisco half eagles struck prior to 1878, the 1872-S is a low mintage issue essentially uncollectible in Uncirculated grades. The present Choice AU example has a broad unbroken band of luster across the reverse periphery. Obverse luster is ample although incomplete. Small marks are prevalent though none require singular mention.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25WH, PCGS# 8327, Greysheet# 9054)

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
April, 2012
18th-22nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Apr 20, 2012 for: $2,645.00
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