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(1834) C. Bechtler 5 Dollar Gold MS RUTHERFORD, 140 GR, 20C, Colon, Plain Edge, K-16a Values
Details
The Kagin-16 is the earliest half eagle variety to use the basic layout that Bechtler would adopt for his subsequent issues. The new arrangement featured a star, his first initial and surname, and location surrounding the denomination. The reverse die on this variety, with the word DOLLARS situated away from AT RUTHERFORD apparently failed or was deemed unattractive, as the Kagin-16 (reeded edge) and Kagin-16a (plain edge) are among the rarest Bechtler half eagles, with only five or six examples known of the two varieties.
Obverse: 140.G. AUGUST 1. 1834. 20. CARATS. CAROLINA GOLD.
Reverse: 5 DOLLARS. * C:BECHTLER.AT RUTHERFORD
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Carolina
Mintage:
5–6 known
Coinage Type:
Private & Pioneer Gold
Coinage Years:
1831-1842
Composition:
Gold
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
C. Bechtler
Variety 2:
RUTHERFORD, 140 GR, 20C, Colon, Plain Edge, K-16a
Rarity:
R-8
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.8333
Strike Type:
Business
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Obverse Lettering:
140.G. AUGUST 1. 1834. 20. CARATS. CAROLINA GOLD.
Obverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Reverse Lettering:
5 DOLLARS. * C:BECHTLER.AT RUTHERFORD
Reverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
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