Lot 1349
1861. NGC graded MS-63. From the S.S. Republic. A frosty example that offers not only fantastic luster and a sharp strike, but also shows incredible eye appeal. The surfaces are so smooth and nearly free of the usual heavy bagmarks that plague these early double eagles. Rarely does a Mint State coin stay this well preserved as these coins were not carefully handled from the time they were struck, when they were shipped from the Mint to anywhere, the surfaces usually became abraided. Although 1861 is a plentiful date, precious few survive in any grade of Mint State, especially so at the Choice level as found here. Another blazing example from the shipwreck of the S.S. Republic. Pop 26; 5 finer in 64. Comes with an extraordinary fancy leather and wooden presentation box set. Estimate Value $15,000 - 16,000
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