C.BECHTLER $2 1/2 CIRCLE

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PCGS (1831-34) C. Bechtler Quarter Eagle, Circle Center MS 60. K-8, R.7. While there are several varieties that show RUTHERFORD in a small circle in the center of the obverse, this is the only one that has the weight 75 G. below the 20 C. Rare as a variety, this piece has added significance because of the very high condition in which it is found. To date (4/94) no other mint state pieces have been certified of any of the four Circle Center quarter eagle varieties, making this piece not only the finest example of the K-8 variety known, but also the finest known of the type. While fully lustrous, the surfaces are just a bit dull to grade any higher than MS 60. There are numerous small marks on each side, marks that are consistent with the grade, the most notable ones are a couple of barely discernable scratches in the upper reverse field. A rare and important Bechtler issue. Listed on page 260 of the 1994 Guide Book.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2B9D, PCGS# 10079, GSID# 11715)

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