1849-D G$1 MS(PCGS#7507)

The Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6001

Grade

AU53

Price

3,240

Lot Description

Historic First Year 1849-D Gold Dollar 1849-D Gold Dollar. Winter 1-A. AU-53 (PCGS). A vivid and visually appealing example of this historic Southern gold issue. Both sides display dominant reddish-rose color, the obverse with outlines of antique gold and powder blue to the design elements. Striking detail is impressively sharp and we note only a touch of softness to the hair curls over Liberty's brow. Satiny in texture with appreciable mint luster, a smooth appearance in hand enhances this coin's appeal. The first gold dollar variety struck, the Winter 1-A die pairing shares its obverse die with the Winter 1-B attribution of the date. On examples of the former variety, the D mintmark is placed slightly higher in the field below the ribbon knot. Poor striking quality explains the switch in reverse dies early in the production run for this issue. PCGS# 7507. NGC ID: 25BD. Click here for certification details from PCGS.