Lot 2012
1839/8 Type of 1838. PCGS graded AU-50. Lightly toned with a couple of marks above the eagle that can be used as points of reference. A scarce type coin with a distinctive two-year design. Pronounced reddish-gold color with a good strike and a number of small to medium sized marks that are well distributed over the surfaces. The design shows the distinctive hand of Christian Gobrecht, chief engraver at the Philadelphia Mint at the time. His tenure at the Mint would last until 1844. Pop 11; 38 finer (PCGS # 8576) .
Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000.
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| Realized $4,406 |
