Lot 4011
1832. Square base 2, 13 stars. Miller-164, 4 Known. . M-164. PCGS graded AU-50. An extremely rare variety, only 4 are known, and this is the second auction appearance that we know of. The only other auction appearance of this variety was the Norweb coin, a "burnished" AU-50. None were offered in the massive Harry Bass, Jr., holdings which have flooded the market the past few years. As a date, these are seldom found in any grade, apparently the entire mintage was melted, and just a handful survived. With the recent publication of United States Half Eagle Gold Coins 1795- 1834 by Robert W. Miller, Sr. this rare variety was first published widely. The obverse has 13 stars, with the fourth star sharply recut. On the reverse, the period after the D in the denomination is way to the right, and the middle arrow points to the center of the I in AMERICA. Furthermore, unlike the burnished Norweb coin, this is a very desirable and lovely example. The strike is sharp and full, with each star brought up well, as are the feathers on the eagle and the curls on Liberty. This one has been off the market for some years and still resides in the old small style PCGS holder. Orange gold in color, with light copper toning around the periphery. A foremost opportunity for the gold specialist, and a coin that deserves a runaway price.
Estimated Value $7,500-UP.
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