Lot 1195
1842-D $2.50 Liberty. NGC graded AU-50. Only 4,643 struck. A legendary rarity in Dahlonega Mint quarter eagles, the 1842-D was produced to the tune of 4,643 pieces, small by any measure, even of the 1840s. Fewer than a hundred remain in all grades, which ranks the '42-D fifth in overall rarity in this D-mint gold series per the Winter reference on Dahlonega coinage.
Even worn-gold color on both sides of this extremely important gold rarity. The strike is typical for both the issue and the coinage facility, with overall decent definition that wanes only slightly over a few of the highpoints in and around the centers. Somewhat rough surface is noted with the usual light scattered abrasions mostly of small size and not out of context with the AU50. A rare "find" for the collector of early branch mint issues, and one that should be appreciated by its new owner for many years to come. Pop 5; 24 finer. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder (PCGS # 7725) .
Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,000.
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