Lot 1752
1856-S. PCGS graded AU-53. Lightly toned with some luster still evident. Only 34,500 minted. Light circulation marks in the fields include a small indentation below 85 in the date. This was struck from a Medium S mintmarked reverse die, one of several different reverses recognized on the 1856-S issue. The obverse is quite well preserved all things considered, and sharp-edged devices and lettering abound. San Francisco Mint struck this denomination in 1855 to 1860 and again in 1870. Three-dollar gold pieces were primarily made at Philadelphia during its 36 year production, 1854-89. Pop 35; 81 finer (PCGS # 7975) .
Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200.
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| Realized $2,468 |
