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1843-C $2 1/2 Small Date MS62 NGC. Winter 5-D. This piece is the finest certified by either of the m

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1843-C $2 1/2 Small Date MS62 NGC. Winter 5-D. This piece is the finest certified by either of the m
1843-C $2 1/2 Small Date MS62 NGC. Winter 5-D. This piece is the finest certified by either of the major services and was previously described in two of our sales as, "The 1843-C is the rarest Charlotte quarter eagle. Only 2,988 pieces were produced, and of that number it has been estimated that today no more than 50-60 coins are extant in all grades, with most of those grading VF or lower. This is the finest example known of this very rare and highly respected issue. Struck from the latest die state, the obverse crack is heavy from the point of the bust to the rim, and the bulge from the buckled die is quite pronounced. The striking details on the obverse are well defined, as always seen, with almost no loss of detail on the reverse, as usually not seen. The surfaces have taken on an attractive reddish hue over the light, natural green-gold color of the coin, and the fields show a faint semi-reflective glimmer beneath the patina. A wire rim is noticeable on the left side of the obverse. The surfaces are peppered with numerous small abrasions that are consistent with the grade..." Instantly recognizable for pedigree purposes by a small abrasion on the eagle's face just behind the beak.Ex: William Miller Collection (Heritage, 2/99), lot 6150; 2000 FUN Sale (Heritage, 1/00), lot 7614, where it realized $24,150.From the Ashland City Collection. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 per hour. Sometimes eBay Premier live bid software cannot keep up with that pace, so we strongly recommend that you place a realistic proxy bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Also please note that all Heritage/CAA lots purchased through eBay Premier carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions.