1877-S $5 MS61 NGC....

Description

Very Rare 1877-S Half Eagle, MS61

1877-S $5 MS61 NGC. Like all San Francisco Mint half eagles struck prior to 1878, the 1877-S is very rare in Mint State. In fact, as of (6/07), NGC has certified just two examples as Uncirculated, both as MS61. Neither has appeared at auction in the past decade. While a Condition Census Dahlonega, Charlotte, or Carson City five would cost tens of thousands of dollars, such an expenditure may be unnecessary for the better value '77-S. This is a highly impressive example with clean fields and a pleasing strike. Only the fletchings show noticeable incompleteness. Encapsulated in an older generation holder.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25X3, PCGS# 8344, Greysheet# 9065)

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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