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Description

1879 $5 MS62 PCGS. A lustrous and nicely struck Half Eagle that has reasonable luster and a clean portrait. Although the 1879 is not rare, it is seen much less often than the high mintage 1880-1882 Philadelphia Mint issues. Population: 30 in 62, 22 finer (9/04).(#8348) (Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25X7, PCGS# 8348, GSID# 8926)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 301,950


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
November, 2004
4th-6th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 178

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Nov 5, 2004 for: $546.25
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