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1857 $2.50 MS65 PCGS

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Grade: MS65
Quantity: 1
PCGS Coin #: 7782
Last Update: 6/3/2026
Dealer:  (Terms) David Lawrence Rare Coins Auctions
Auction: DLRC - The Red Carpet Rarities Auction #308 - Feat: Hansen $2.5 Gold Selections View this auction on the auction site
Auction Date: 6/4/2026 - 6/4/2026
Lot Number: 518 View this lot on the auction site
A lower mintage issue of just 214,130 coins was struck. A fantastic example with just a couple of obverse copper spots (as minted) from an improperly mixed alloy. Bright sunny gold surfaces beam with sharp luster. A very appealing true-gem!
Collectors CornerSM coin information:  (data courtesy of PCGS.com *)
PCGS Coin #: 7782
PCGS Coin Description: 1857 $2.50
Mintage: 214,130
Grade: MS65
Additional resources: PCGS CoinFacts
PCGS Set Registry:
(Top 3 of 48 composite sets for this coin)
 
  Learn more about Set Registry 		Basic U.S. Coin Design Set (1792-present)
Gold Type Set 8 Piece, Circulation Strikes (1839-1933)
Gold Type Set 12 Piece, Circulation Strikes (1839-1933)
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