1840-O $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS....

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Challenging 1840-O Quarter Eagle, MS61

1840-O $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. The 1840-O is desirable as the first quarter eagle issue with Christian Gobrecht's Liberty Head design. Nonetheless, its rarity is often underappreciated. Even low Mint State examples are rare, and it is virtually impossible to locate anything higher than MS60 or MS61. The present coin boasts pleasing yellow-gold patina and flashy luster. The centers are quite soft, as always seen, but there are no marks of any significance. Population: 4 in 61, 7 finer (6/09).(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25GD, PCGS# 7720, GSID# 8335)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Melt Value: $115.51
Gold Spot: $955/oz (07-31-2009)
Mintage: 33,580

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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