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1854 Seated Dollar, PR62
Pleasing Lower-Grade Example

1854 $1 PR62 PCGS. Apparently, the vast majority of business strike 1854 silver dollars were exported to the Orient to be used in trade, from where they never returned. As a result, the proofs are important to modern collectors as they can serve as a substitute for the rare business strikes. Of the 50 to 100 proofs estimated to have been struck, perhaps 25 to 40 are extant today; PCGS reports just 19 proofs in all grades (6/14), though this figure may include a number of resubmissions.

The surfaces of this piece have taken on a cloudy, grayish-blue patina, and the reflective fields contrast nicely with the moderately frosted devices. The design elements are sharply struck, with the only weakness occurring at the top of the eagle's right wing, which is typical for the issue. A few wispy handling marks are noted in the fields. This is a pleasing Seated dollar and a coin sure to generate much interest among bidders.
Ex: ANA Signature (Heritage, 7/2005), lot 10270.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2528, PCGS# 6997, Greysheet# 7286)

Weight: 26.73 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
August, 2014
5th-9th Tuesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 14
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 7, 2014 for: $15,275.00
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