Lot 2136
1845-D $2.50 Liberty. NGC graded MS-60. Struck on a nice clean planchet, light greenish color gold. Struck nicely centered and well impressed for the issue with just a touch of weakness on the curls over the ear of Liberty. The eagle's claws and legs are remarkably clear with only slight softness noted. Both sides are lustrous. They display a touch of light greenish-gold color that spreads evenly with the flow of the luster. There is a very small mark on the neck of Liberty that serves as an identifier. This is one of the few times a certified Mint State 1845-D quarter eagle has been sold at public auction; obviously, this coin represents an extremely important opportunity for the Dahlonega quarter eagle specialist.
The 1845-D is one those Dahlonega quarter eagles that, in terms of its overall rarity, ranks 11th rarest of 20 issues in high grade. However, offerings peter out above About Uncirculated 55, are rare in AU 58, and exceedingly elusive in full Mint State. Pop 1; 6 finer; 4 in 61; 1 in 62; 1 in 63. (PCGS # 7738) .
Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000.
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