1845-D $2.50 MS(PCGS#7738)

The Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

9268

Grade

AU58

Price

6,600

Lot Description

1845-D Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. Winter 6-J, the only known dies. AU-58 (PCGS). This is an impressive example of this Dahlonega rarity sporting rich olive-gold surfaces. Traces of light friction are seen across the high points though the fields remain nicely composed at this grade level. The complexion is subtly prooflike, with notable reflectivity in the field to contrast the more satiny luster on the devices. One of 19,460 examples struck, representing an about average mintage for Dahlonega Mint quarter eagles of the 1840s. Much of the mintage saw heavy commercial duty in and around Dahlonega, with the average grade today a well circulated VF to EF. This piece is among the most well preserved survivors of the date, as PCGS has certified just 9 coins finer through MS-64. PCGS Population: 19; 9 finer through MS-64. PCGS# 7738. NGC ID: 25GX. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.