Whitman Expo
(1832) C. Bechtler 5 Dollar Gold MS RUTHERFORD, 150 GR, 20C, Beaded Border, K-15 Values
Details
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: 5 DOLLARS. 20.CARATS. 150.G.* NORTH CAROLINA GOLD.
Reverse: RUTHERFORD COUNTY. * C.BECHTLER, ASSAYER.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Carolina
Mintage:
~20 known
Coinage Type:
Private & Pioneer Gold
Coinage Years:
1831-1842
Composition:
Gold
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
C. Bechtler
Variety 2:
RUTHERFORD, 150 GR, 20C, Beaded Border, K-15
Rarity:
R-H6
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.8333
Strike Type:
Business
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Obverse Lettering:
5 DOLLARS. 20.CARATS. 150.G.* NORTH CAROLINA GOLD.
Obverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
Reverse Lettering:
RUTHERFORD COUNTY. * C.BECHTLER, ASSAYER.
Reverse Designer:
Christopher Bechtler, Sr.
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