Lot 1457
1926-D. PCGS graded MS-62. This is a typical branch mint issue from this era, boasting a reasonably high mintge but a dismal survival rate. CoinFacts estimates that 475 pieces exist, but that may be too high, given the numbers posted by PCGS currently. Apparently little demand was found for thise Denver and San Francisco coins at the time of issue, and they were used for bank reserves. When April of 1933 came along and all gold coins were called in from the banking system, these coins were likely available and sent back to be melted. Hence the tiny survival rates, and ther rarity today. Rich golden tonin throughout, and nicely struck. Pop 49; 86 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 9184) Estimate Value $10,000 - 11,000
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