1839-D $2.50 MS(PCGS#7700)

September 2018 Pre-Long Beach Auction #106 U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Goldberg Auctioneers

Lot Number

707

Grade

MS61

Price

18,600

Lot Description

Lot 707 1839-D. NGC graded MS-61.Frosty and mostly untoned. Softly struck on the reverse, as typcially seen on this prized Dahlonega issue. The surfaces show scattered light marks when closely examined, as expected for the choice grade assigned. This is a true condition rarity at this lofty grade level, as precious few came down to us in Mint condition, especially so this nice. This is also the final year of production for the Classic Head gold coins, and the D mintmark resides on the obverse right above the date. A specialists coin that will long be cherished if it is won at this auction. Only 13,674 struck. Pop 5; 6 finer, 2 in 62, 2 in 63, 2 in 64.(PCGS # 7700) Estimate Value $20,000 - 25,000