Lot 1860
1854-S. NGC graded EF-45. Beautiful original "dirty old gold" surface. Or more politely worded, true antique toning surpassing so many others that have been dipped or scrubbed. Struck the opening year of the San Francisco Mint from California Gold Rush bullion deposits. A magical year in American numismatics. The aura one receives from one of these '54-S Twenties is nothing to sniff at! Expect strong competition for it (PCGS # 8913) .
Note: In 1854, most of this branch mint's scanty supply of parting acids for refining gold deposits into .900 Fine alloy for coins had to be reserved for making Double Eagles; coinage of Half Eagles and Quarter Eagles was suspended after small initial deliveries.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300.
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| Realized $8,225 |
