Lot 913
1842-D $2.50 Liberty. NGC graded AU-55. Light golden toning on both sides. Lustrous surfaces. Excellently struck, and notably so, on the obverse including with far above average (but not bold) definition on the eagle. A important rare D mint issue, it seems there are a couple of marginal Mint State specimens recorded, a few that are higher than this About Uncirculated 55, but that pretty much covers the census.
Interestingly, the most recent edition of the Guide Book of United States Coins naively lists and prices "MS-60" coins as if they traded regularly. In fact, one can read this reference and conclude that virtually every variety of Charlotte and Dahlonega quarter eagle is obtainable in this grade. Pop 5; 14 finer. (PCGS # 7725) .
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000.
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| Realized $10,925 |
