Lot 2289
August Bechtler, 1 DOLLAR CAROLINA, 27 gr. 21 carats. PCGS graded MS-63. A wonderful bold strike with prooflike surfaces. Some areas of scattered toning starting to form.
The Bechtler mint was a private enterprise conducted at the residence of Christopher Bechtler, and operated by him and the Bechtler family. The enterprise was highly esteemed in its time, well covered in newspapers and financial journals, and served great utility in providing circulating coins in that region. There were no mints in North Carolina or Georgia until 1838, and the Bechtler enterprise, which began in 1830, filled an important niche. The federal government did not pester the Bechtlers, but allowed the private mint to continue in full operation, although now and again mention of it was made in the Annual Report of the Director of the Mint.
This is a magnificent specimen. Splendid gold color with exceptional reflectivity. Very nicely struck, ideally centered with dentil detail around both sides. Only the most minor evidence of handling may be seen, mostly insignificant hairlines, though we note a few tiny marks
It is astonishing to us that this piece could have survived so well preserved, with so few marks and such splendid luster. Pop 5; none finer (PCGS # 10040) .
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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