Lot 3199
1842-D $2.50 Liberty. NGC graded AU-55. Lightly toned on both sides. The 1842-D is judged by most experts to be second in ranking behind the 1856-D as the rarest quarter eagle. This date is usually found in Very Fine to Extremely Fine grade when offered at all, with about 20 pieces in About Uncirculated grade range and higher. The strike has better detail than average for the issue. The obverse is almost entirely struck up, with some minor rounding on the hair at the ear; the reverse has nearly full wing feathers, but is soft at the center. The usual small abrasions from circulation are found, but no cuts or heavy marks -- definitely a major selling point when this choice! In brief, a highly presentable quarter eagle with an timeless appearance of careful preservation by its former owners. Only 4,643 coins struck. Pop 8; 8 in 58, 2 in 61, 1 in 65 (PCGS # 7725) .
Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,000.
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| Realized $9,488 |
