Lot 1282
1876. PCGS graded MS-63. Reflective surfaces with light gold toning. Only 1,432 struck, of which merely 45 examples are estimated to have survived. A glance at the mintage figures listed in the Guide Book should be enough to convince anyone that the 1876 is a rare coin in all grades. Considering so few business strikes were produced, survivors tend to be circulated to one degree or another; only a few choice pieces exist; first-hand experience that seems to square quite nicely with current Population Data for the issue. Easily qualifying as mid-level Condition Census, therefore, this warmly patinated example exhibits somewhat rose-gold color over both sides. Extended brightness discernible in the fields at the most direct light angles, but we would describe the finish as satiny rather than semi-Prooflike. The strike is definitely sharp over the central highpoints, though not excessively so, and the only worthwhile provenance indicator is a small toned spot in the reverse field below FI of FIVE. Clearly, this coin represents a find of the highest importance for advanced collectors of 19th century gold.Pop 2; 6 finer, 4 in 64, 2 in 65. (PCGS # 8339) .
Estimated Value $18,000 - 20,000.
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