Whitman Expo
(1837-42) C. Bechtler 5 Dollar Gold MS RUTHERF., 134 GR, 21C, with Star, Plain Edge, K-20 Values
Details
Bechtler’s 21-carat issues first appeared sometime after 1836. They are relatively plentiful, despite being issued for a short period of time. The Kagin-20 half eagle is the second most available Bechtler $5, with approximately 100 pieces in private hands; however, attractive, uncirculated coins are quite difficult to locate.
Obverse: 134.G. * CAROLINA GOLD. 21 CARATS.
Reverse: 5 DOLLARS. * C:BECHTLER.AT RUTHERF:
Basic Information
GSID:
11721
Coin Date:
(1837-42)
Denomination:
G$5 / 5 Dollar Gold
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Carolina
Mintage:
~100 known
Coinage Type:
Private & Pioneer Gold
Coinage Years:
1831-1842
Composition:
Gold
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
C. Bechtler
Variety 2:
RUTHERF., 134 GR, 21C, with Star, Plain Edge, K-20
Rarity:
R-4
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.875
Strike Type:
Business
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Obverse Lettering:
134.G. * CAROLINA GOLD. 21 CARATS.
Obverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Reverse Lettering:
5 DOLLARS. * C:BECHTLER.AT RUTHERF:
Reverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
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