1857-O $2 1/2

Description

1857-O AU 53. Despite the normal surface friction associated with this grade, this piece still retains some of the original, prooflike brilliance that must have been glorious when this coin was first struck. According to scholars of the series (Akers, Winter, etc.), this date sometimes comes with prooflike surfaces. Since the average grade encountered is only Very Fine, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a much superior example of the date.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25JE, PCGS# 7784, GSID# 8383)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 34,000

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.