(1842-50) G$1 A. Bechtler 27 Grains, 21 Carat PE MS(PCGS#10040)

Winter 2022 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

9226

Grade

AU50

Price

4,560

Lot Description

Undated (1842-1852) August Bechtler $1. K-24. Rarity-3. 27.G., 21.C. Plain Edge. AU-50 (PCGS). Attractive light olive-gray color greets the viewer from both sides of this satiny example. Direct lighting calls forth not only more vivid golden-apricot highlights, but also traces of original luster. Sharply defined overall with a pleasingly smooth appearance in hand. The Kagin-24 dollar with plain edge is the most frequently Bechtler gold coin in numismatic circles, making it an obvious choice for the collector seeking just a single representative from this important private minting establishment. Given the demand for high grade examples, as here, such pieces are actually quite scarce from a market availability standpoint. Indeed, we suspect that this coin will have no difficulty finding its way into an advanced cabinet, in which it will certainly serve as a highlight. PCGS# 10040. Click here for certification details from PCGS.