1872-S $5 AU55 PCGS....

Description

Elusive 1872-S Half Eagle, AU55

1872-S $5 AU55 PCGS. The 1872-S half eagle, with a mintage of 36,400 pieces, is a very rare issue in any grade, and is nearly unobtainable in Mint State. The Choice AU example in this lot exhibits bright yellow-gold surfaces that retain a considerable amount of luster. The design features are well brought up, and just a few minute abrasions are scattered about on both sides. This piece is currently tied with six others as the finest-graded at PCGS (10/09).(Registry values: P3)

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

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Melt Value: $283.00
Gold Spot: $1,170/oz (12-04-2009)
Mintage: 36,400

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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