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Description

1862 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle, MS62
Scarce Civil War Issue

1862 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS Secure. The mintage of Philadelphia quarter eagles was a substantial 98,543 pieces in 1862. Nevertheless, the issue is scarce in all grades today. The present coin is sharply struck, with a few clash marks evident on the reverse. The light yellow-gold surfaces are highlighted by hints of orange and red. Population: 6 in 62, 12 finer (6/10).(Registry values: P2)

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

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
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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Auction Info

Auction Dates
August, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 13, 2010 for: $5,175.00
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