Whitman Expo
(1842-52) A.Bechtler 5 Dollar Gold MS 141 GR, 20C, K-29 Values
Details
Kagin-29 is the rarest of the three regular Augustus Bechtler half eagles. Fewer than 15 examples are known, most of which are graded XF or AU. A single, mint state example is unchallenged as finest known.
Obverse: 141.G. 20. CARATS. CAROLINA GOLD.
Reverse: 5 DOLLARS. * A. BECHTLER.RUTHERFORD.
Basic Information
GSID:
11688
Coin Date:
(1842-52)
Denomination:
G$5 / 5 Dollar Gold
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Rutherford County, North Carolina
Mintage:
<15 known
Coinage Type:
Private & Pioneer Gold
Coinage Years:
1842-1852
Composition:
Gold
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
A.Bechtler
Variety 2:
141 GR, 20C, K-29
Rarity:
R-H6
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.8333
Strike Type:
Business
Coin Shape:
Round
