Lot 628
1854 Quarter Dollar Round. Breen and Gillio-216. Rarity 6. PCGS graded Details of Uncirculated, Environmental Damage. Here is another rare die pairing that was recovered from the wreck of the S. S. Central America, this coin was recovered from the Purser's Safe, which was finally brought to the surface of the ocean in 2014. The surfaces are still attractive and show some minor roughness from long exposure to sea water. This coin is now housed in a custom holder with a pinch of gold dust that was also recovered from the shipwreck from 1857. A rare coin too, with perhaps 30 examples known in all, this one long hidden from the numismatic community until just recently when it was recovered. Estimated Value $300 - UP
Ex S.S. Central America, in a special PCGS holder with a pinch of gold from the find.
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| Realized $630 |
