1857-D $2.50 MS(PCGS#7783)

The Midwest Summer Sale 2018

Auctioneer

Scotsman

Lot Number

152

Grade

AU53

Price

8,338

Lot Description

Mintage: 2,364. 5 graded AU-53, 48 higher at PCGS. The stingy emission of under twenty-four hundred pieces saw considerable attrition over time, as the population reports between both grading services suggest a very low survival rate overall. Furthermore, many are seen with problems of every sort, including cleaned, defaced, and previously jewelry-mounted examples. Happily, this memorable coin has managed to escape any odious handling, and shows merely the effects of honest circulation. Beautiful golden-grey patina layers the entire surface, with the design unexpectedly well-rendered for Dahlonega product.