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Rare Choice 1879 Half Eagle

1879 $5 MS64 PCGS. This is a significant opportunity for the advanced Liberty half eagle collector, as Choice and Gem examples of the date are almost never encountered. This example is sharply struck with fully brilliant gold surfaces and only a few minor abrasions, consistent with the grade. The reverse is well preserved. Population: 5 in 64, 4 finer (7/07).(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
September, 2007
27th-28th Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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