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Description

Choice Proof 1891 Quarter Eagle
Rare Regardless of Grade

1891 $2 1/2 PR64 PCGS. A clearly contrasted specimen of this later 19th century proof quarter eagle issue, though the green label holder does not acknowledge the cameo effect. Deeply mirrored fields balance aspects of lemon and honey, all under a thin partial veil of patina, while the crisply detailed portrait and eagle are largely frost-gold. Wispy hairlines close to the central devices determine the grade. Just 80 specimens were struck for this issue, but its survival and auction appearance rates are significantly lower than usual for a stated mintage of similar size.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 288E, PCGS# 7917, GSID# 8552)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 80


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
May-Jun, 2012
31st-3rd Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 17
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 1,093

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jun 1, 2012 for: $25,300.00
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