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Scarce 1857-D Quarter Eagle, AU

1857-D $2 1/2 AU50 PCGS. Variety 20-M. The only variety known. Vivid yellow-gold patina graces the obverse, which contrasts nicely against the pale orange color on the reverse. Although the luster is somewhat subdued on the reverse, the obverse exhibits flashy reflectivity throughout. A well-struck and minimally marked representative.
From The R.M. Phillips Limited Partnership Collection.
(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25JD, PCGS# 7783, GSID# 8382)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 2,364


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
Jul-Aug, 2009
31st-2nd Friday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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