1862 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. The piece displays pyrite-gold luster with hints of orange notes as well as some grime which r...

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1862 Quarter Eagle, AU58
Pyrite-Gold Luster

1862 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. The piece displays pyrite-gold luster with hints of orange notes as well as some grime which rests on the foot of the L in Liberty. While there are some light abrasions, none are bothersome, and a few reverse clash marks (as struck) are as expected for the issue. This well-struck example will while just shy of Mint State is a visually enrapturing piece. PCGS Population: 41 in 58 (1 in 58+), 52 finer (4/26).

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25JZ, PCGS# 7796, Greysheet# 8287)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.13oz
Melt Value: $586.04
Gold Spot: $4,508/oz (05-28-2026 12:54AM CT)
Mintage: 98,508

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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