1849 $5 Moffat & Co. MS(PCGS#10240)

The August 2010 Boston Rarities Sale

Auctioneer

Bowers & Merena

Lot Number

1413

Grade

VF25

Price

3,738

Lot Description

1849 Moffat & Co. $5 Gold. K-4a. Rarity-4. VF-25 (PCGS). CAC. A handsome piece with impressive originality, we note rich, even, khaki-gold patina to both sides. Significant abrasions are not seen, and the devices present as suitably bold in detail for a mid-grade private gold coin of this type. Sure to prove extremely popular with both specialists and advanced type collectors.