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1878-S $2 1/2 MS65 NGC

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / US Coins Start Price:7,250.00 USD Estimated At:1.00 - 1,000,000.00 USD
1878-S $2 1/2 MS65 NGC
<B>1878-S $2 1/2 MS65 NGC.</B></I> The Garrett-Guth <I>Gold Encyclopedia </B></I>says succinctly of this date, "Although the 1878-S quarter eagle is not a great rarity, it is difficult to locate in gem condition. Just a few examples have been graded at that level. The finest is a single MS-66 coin. Not a single example of the date has been offered at auction in gem condition in the last decade." <BR> Well, here is precisely such a coin, a no-questions Gem striking, with considerable prooflikeness visible on both sides and beautiful yellow-gold coloration. The bold strike completes the attractive package.<BR> A search through our auction archives confirms that this is the single finest graded 1878-S we have ever had the privilege to offer. This is one of only two MS65s graded at NGC, with one finer, while PCGS has certified a single MS65 as the finest at that service (12/07). A highly elusive and underrated coin in Gem condition.<BR><BR><B>Coin Engraver:</B> Christian Gobrecht<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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