Lot 764
(1837-42) Christopher Bechtler, 5 DOLLARS GEORGIA, RUTHERF., 128 gr. 22 carats. NGC graded AU-58. Lightly toned with gorgeous old coppery gold toning and satin smooth surfaces. These early $5 gold pieces were quite popular with the public at the time when there wasn't a lot of Classic head gold yet in circulation and these privately issued gold coins were well known in the Carolinas. Today they remain quite popular with collectors for their simple designs which defined their weight and purity. Pop 4; 5 finer, 2 in 60, 2 i 61, 1 in 62. Estimated Value $14,000 - 15,000
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