Lot 896
AN IMPORTANT 1842-C SMALL DATE PCGS EF-40. PCGS graded EF-40. Here is yet another 1842-C Small date in EF-40 condition. This is remarkable as PCGS has only graded 6 coins, and here are two in the same sale! This period of time, from approximately 1999 through 2001 will go down as one of the great opportunities to purchase rare date gold. A fantastic number of coins are being offered from the Harry Bass holdings, including countless finest known specimens and even more condition census pieces. Many collectors are finally able to purchase coins they've only read about, and haven't been offered for decades in the marketplace. Duplicates are being sold, and many pieces are available for astute collectors to choose from. The current supply of rare dates will soon disappear from auctions and dealers inventories. Thus collectors would be very wise to purchase these great rarities when they are offered, as they will soon be tucked away in collections.
This current piece has delightful orange-gold toning, the strike is sharp and even the eagle's upper wings show excellent definition for the grade assigned. Normal surface ticks are noted, and identifiable by a shallow mark below the eagle's open beak. An important rarity in this grade, and worthy of a strong price.
Considered to be the rarest Charlotte Mint half eagle, and very tough to find in grades above Very Fine. A coin for the connoisseur.
Estimated Value $17,500 - 22,500.
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