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The Kagin-15 is the only collectible beaded border half eagle variety. It was struck from the same dies as the Kagin-14 after the weight “150.G.” was added to the obverse. Although this variety was probably issued by Bechtler for around two years, today there are only around 20 known examples. Of these, fewer than 15 exist in the public domain, and locating a well-struck, original coin is a real challenge. Most Kagin-15 $5s grade AU, with a handful of pieces called mint state by the grading services. The finest known example is the choice BU Frossard/Ellsworth/Garrett specimen.
Obverse Description
5 DOLLARS. 20.CARATS. 150.G.* NORTH CAROLINA GOLD.
Reverse Description
RUTHERFORD COUNTY. * C.BECHTLER, ASSAYER.
Catalog Information
GSID:
11723
Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Obverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Obverse Lettering:
5 DOLLARS. 20.CARATS. 150.G.* NORTH CAROLINA GOLD.
Reverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Reverse Lettering:
RUTHERFORD COUNTY. * C.BECHTLER, ASSAYER.
Fineness:
0.8333
Strike Type:
Business
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
C. Bechtler
Variety 2:
RUTHERFORD, 150 GR, 20C, Beaded Border, K-15
Coin Date:
(1832)
Denomination:
G$5
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Carolina
Mintage:
~20 known
Coinage Type:
Private & Pioneer Gold
Coinage Years:
1831-1842
Composition:
Gold
Rarity:
H6
PCGS #:
10118
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Coin Value History
(1832) G$5 C. Bechtler, RUTHERFORD, 150 GR, 20C, Beaded Border, K-15 MS
Value By Grade
(1832) G$5 C. Bechtler, RUTHERFORD, 150 GR, 20C, Beaded Border, K-15 MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS62 |
|
$137,000 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $114,000 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, Low R.7. ...
$44,400
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. MS61 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$46,800
Undated (1831-1834) Christopher Bechtler $5 Gold. K-15. Rarity-7. 150.G., 20.CARATS. MS-62 (PCGS).
$139,443
$20,700
C.BECHTLER $5 150GR 20C
$24,150
$9,900
C.BECHTLER $5 150GR 20C
$9,790
C.BECHTLER $5 150GR 20C
$9,460
Undated (1831-1834) Christopher Bechtler $5. K-15. Rarity-7. 150.G., 20.CARATS. AU-55 (PCGS). CAC.
$40,800
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, Beaded Border, 150G. 20C. MS61 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$52,800
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. MS62 PCGS. ...
$97,750
Undated (1831-1834) Christopher Bechtler $5 Gold. K-15. Rarity-7. 150.G., 20.CARATS. Genuine--Code 98, Damage (PCGS).
$26,450
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$33,600
(1831-1834) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, Beaded Border, 150 G. 20 C. MS61 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$78,000
(1831-34) $5 C.Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20.CARATS MS62 NGC. K-15, Breen-7743, R.7. A lovely, mildly reflective represent...
$74,750
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$28,800
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$34,800
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150 G. 20C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$40,800
(1831-34) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150G. 20C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$50,400
(1831-1834) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 150 G. 20 C. AU55 PCGS. K-15, R.7. ...
$50,400
(1832-34) G$1 C. Bechtler, 30 GR, Reeded Edge, K-1 MS
Worth: $4,400 – $43,200
(1832-34) G$1 C. Bechtler, 30 GR, Plain Edge, K-1a MS
(1834) G$1 C. Bechtler, 28 GR, High, Reeded Edge, K-2 MS
Worth: $6,500 – $25,000
(1834) G$1 C. Bechtler, 28 GR, High, Plain Edge, K-2a MS
(1835-37) G$1 C. Bechtler, 28 GR, Center, Reeded Edge, K-3 MS
Worth: $4,250 – $25,000
(1835-37) G$1 C. Bechtler, 28 GR, Center, Plain Edge, K-3a MS
(1837-42) G$1 C. Bechtler, N Reversed, K-4 MS
Worth: $3,000 – $33,600
(1831) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, No 75 GR, Finely Beaded Reverse, K-5 MS
Worth: $26,000 – $126,000
(1831) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, No 75 GR, Coarse Beads, K-6 MS
Worth: $50,000 – $180,000
(1831) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, CAROLINA, K-7 MS
(1832) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, 75 GR, Beaded Border, K-8 MS
Worth: $32,500 – $150,000
(1832-34) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, 75 GR, with Star, K-9 MS
Worth: $80,000 – $96,000
(1837-42) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, 67 GR, 21C, K-10 MS
Worth: $7,500 – $66,000
(1835-37) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, 64 GR, 22C, Uneven, K-11 MS
Worth: $8,500 – $44,000
(1837-42) G$2 1/2 C. Bechtler, 64 GR, 22C, Even, K-12 MS
Worth: $6,800 – $80,000
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