1847-D $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details....

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1847-D $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. Variety 9-M. On this variety-the only one known-the tops of 1 and 7 are joined to the bust. Winter writes that this reverse die was used on all subsequent Dahlonega quarter eagles until their termination in 1859. Pleasing butter-gold toning envelops both sides, which show exceptional detail on the obverse with strong stars and denticles. Minor planchet striations are visible on the reverse by the eagle's left wing. A mere 15,784 quarter eagles were minted at Dahlonega in 1847.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25H7, PCGS# 7746, GSID# 8356)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.13oz
Mintage: 15,784

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