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Appealing MS61 1870 Quarter Eagle

1870 $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. Just 4,520 business strikes were produced for this post-Civil War quarter eagle issue, and examples are elusive today regardless of grade. Both the strike and the mirrors are strong on this yellow-gold example, appealing despite the numerous wispy abrasions and small marks in the fields. Census: 7 in 61, 2 finer (7/10).(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25KF, PCGS# 7811, GSID# 8294)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 4,520


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: 7
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: $3,737.50
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