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(1922) A.Bechtler 5 Dollar Gold PR 141 GR, 20C, Chapman Restrike, K-31 Values
Details
Kagin-31 is a U.S. Mint-made proof-only striking of the 141-grain, 20-carat Augustus Bechtler obverse die, paired with the C. Bechtler RUTHERF: reverse die. It is generally referred to as a restrike, although the Bechtlers never struck any coins from this die pair, technically making the issue a fantasy piece. It is believed that a total of 15 were struck, with the finest being a gem proof.
Obverse: 141.G. 20. CARATS. CAROLINA GOLD.
Reverse: 5 DOLLARS. * C. BECHTLER. AT RUTHERF:
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Carolina
Mintage:
15
Coinage Type:
Private & Pioneer Gold
Coinage Years:
1831-1842
Composition:
Gold
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
A.Bechtler
Variety 2:
141 GR, 20C, Chapman Restrike, K-31
Rarity:
R-H6
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.8333
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
A. & C. Bechtler
Obverse Lettering:
141.G. 20. CARATS. CAROLINA GOLD.
Obverse Designer:
A.Bechtler
Reverse Lettering:
5 DOLLARS. * C. BECHTLER. AT RUTHERF:
Reverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
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