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1849-C G$1 Open Wreath MS62 PCGS. Winter 1. (PCGS# 7506)
Auction 1380 | Lot: 4343 | Jan 19, 2025

Sold For: $1,560,000.00
1849-C G$1 Open Wreath MS62 PCGS Secure. Variety 1. (PCGS# 7506)
Auction 1231 | Lot: 5512 | Jan 11, 2016

Sold For: $528,750.00
1842-C $5 Small Date MS62 PCGS. Variety 4-C, Die State I. The 1842-C Small Date is the rarest Charlotte Half Eagle, and is the second rarest issue of all Charlotte coins, trailing only 1849-C Open Wreath Gold Dollar. Only 4,595 pieces were originally struck, and it is estimated that today a mere 50-55 coins are extant in all grades. Current population data from NGC and PCGS (12/04) indicates that only six pieces have been certified in mint condition between the two services. To the best of our knowledge, this is a new addition to the Condition Census, and there are probably no more than two, maybe three coins represented by the population figures from NGC and PCGS. We seriously doubt that the population data represents six individual coins, as three years ago this issue was considered unique in Uncirculated (the Ex: Elrod coin). As such, we consider this coin to be among the finest examples known of this very rare issue.

The striking details are exceptionally well defined on this coin. The hair curls and peripheral stars are very strong with the only area of weakness being the feathers on the eagle's neck, as always seen. The few survivors of the estimated 2,555 pieces struck from Die State I are generally sharply struck and they are especially well defined when compared to the Die State II coins. As an aside, approximately three-quarters of the known examples of the 1842-C Small Date are from the Die State II dies, which show a rim cud at 12 o'clock on the obverse. The surfaces overall are quite clean and show only minimal abrasions for this usually extensively abraded issue. As with many Charlotte and Dahlonega coins, the fields are semi-reflective, no doubt from the minimal usage of the dies, and the coin shows light reddish-gold coloration overall.

The collector of Charlotte gold would be well advised to bid generously on this coin as another Mint State example may not be on the market for many years. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 360 | Lot: 30451 | Jan 15, 2005

Sold For: $150,001.40
1842-C $5 Small Date MS62 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1121 | Lot: 4069 | Jan 11, 2009

Sold For: $126,500.00
1842-C Small Date AU 58 PCGS. A very early die state without the familiar obverse rim cud at 12 o'clock; as a result, the detail is excellent for the issue with sharp definition at the centers and borders. Very attractive and original with natural orange-gold and greenish color. Other than a small mark on the rear of Liberty's neck, the surfaces are extremely clean. One of the finest known examples of this rare issue.
The 1842-C Small Date is the rarest half eagle from this Mint and the rarest collectible Charlotte coin, trailing only the 1849-C Open Wreath gold dollar. There are an estimated 50-55 1842-C Small Date half eagles known with only 5 to 7 in AU and a single coin in Mint State. The finest of these is the MS 62 in the Paul Dingler Collection (ex: Elrod Collection) that could rightfully be termed the single most important Charlotte half eagle known to exist. The North Georgia Collection coin is listed in the current Condition Census as being tied for the second finest, along with a coin in a North Carolina Collection. This is clearly one of the highlights of this sale. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 195 | Lot: 7783 | Jan 11, 1999

Sold For: $77,625.00
1839-C $2 1/2 HM-2, R.6, MS62 NGC. (PCGS# 764798)
Auction 1332 | Lot: 3071 | Jul 15, 2021

Sold For: $55,200.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1332 | Lot: 3101 | Jul 15, 2021

Sold For: $55,200.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. A very early die state without the familiar obverse rim cud at 12 o'clock; as a result, the detail is excellent for the issue with sharp definition at the centers and borders. The neck of the eagle has only a hint of weakness of strike. Very attractive and original with natural orange-gold and greenish color. There are no mentionable abrasions, other than a small mark on the rear of Liberty's neck. The ample remaining luster is somewhat prooflike, which is not a surprise given the low mintage. One of the finest known examples of this rare issue.

The 1842-C Small Date is the rarest half eagle from this Mint and the rarest collectible Charlotte coin, trailing only the 1849-C Open Wreath gold dollar. There are an estimated 50-55 1842-C Small Date half eagles known with only 5 to 7 in AU and a single coin in Mint State. This is clearly one of the highlights of this sale. Just 4,595 pieces were struck. Population: 3 in 58, 2 finer (3/02). (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 288 | Lot: 6974 | Apr 27, 2002

Sold For: $55,200.00
1839-C $2 1/2 HM-2, R.6, MS62 NGC. (PCGS# 764798)
Auction 1348 | Lot: 4008 | Aug 28, 2022

Sold For: $50,400.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1207 | Lot: 3920 | Jul 13, 2014

Sold For: $49,937.50
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1201 | Lot: 5445 | Jan 12, 2014

Sold For: $49,937.50
1838-C $5 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Breen-6517, Normal 5, Variety 1, R.4. (PCGS# 8177)
Auction 1311 | Lot: 4412 | Jan 12, 2020

Sold For: $49,200.00
1839-C $2 1/2 HM-1, High R.3, MS62 PCGS. (PCGS# 764797)
Auction 1359 | Lot: 3200 | May 7, 2023

Sold For: $48,000.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. The 1842-C Small Date is the rarest Half Eagle from this mint and the rarest collectible Charlotte coin, trailing only the 1849-C Open Wreath Gold Dollar. There are an estimated 50-55 1842-C Small Date Half Eagles known with only 10 pieces in AU58 and six coins in Mint State from both services. Just 4,595 pieces were struck, and this is clearly one of the highlights of this sale.

A very early die state without the familiar obverse rim cud at 12 o'clock; as a result, the detail is excellent for the issue with sharp definition at the centers and borders. The neck of the eagle has only a hint of weakness of strike. Very attractive and original with natural yellow-gold and greenish color. There are no mentionable abrasions, other than a small mark on the rear of Liberty's neck, this being mentioned for future identification purposes. The ample remaining luster is somewhat prooflike, which is not a surprise given the low mintage. One of the finest known examples of this rare issue. Population: 3 in 58, 2 finer (10/04).
From The Gene Holland Collection of United States Coins, Part Two. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 360 | Lot: 30450 | Jan 15, 2005

Sold For: $46,000.00
1851-C $5 MS62 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8247)
Auction 1332 | Lot: 3109 | Jul 15, 2021

Sold For: $44,400.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU55 NGC. Variety 4-C, the only known dies. Die State II. The first 4,595 Half Eagles produced at the Charlotte facility in 1842 displayed a small date logotype like that found on C-mints from the previous two years. As a whole, the 1842-C Small Date is the rarest C-mint Half Eagle, and it is also the most difficult to locate in high (AU-Mint State) grades. There are two die states of '42-C Small Date Fives, Die State I being recognized by the absence of an obverse rim cud at 12:00 and the more prevalent Die State II, as on this coin, with the rim cud centered over star 7. Most often encountered in well circulated condition, Winter notes that properly graded Extremely Fine coins are "about as nice as one can generally hope to find." Offered here is a well produced, still-lustrous example with a slight reddish tinge over both sides. Surface marks are relatively minimal and unobtrusive, with nothing standing out as mentionable. Aside from the extraordinary MS61 sold in our 2004 FUN Sale (for over $77,000), this attractive representative compares favorably with any 1842-C Small Date Half Eagle we have been privileged to offer. Population: 2 in 55, 11 finer (11/04).
From The Cincinnati Collection. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 360 | Lot: 8794 | Jan 15, 2005

Sold For: $43,700.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1108 | Lot: 3216 | Jun 2, 2008

Sold For: $43,125.00
1839-C $5 MS62 PCGS. (PCGS# 8192)
Auction 1181 | Lot: 5875 | Jan 14, 2013

Sold For: $41,125.00
1839-C $5 AU55 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 8192)
Auction 1371 | Lot: 4341 | Jan 14, 2024

Sold For: $40,800.00
1838-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. (PCGS# 7697)
Auction 454 | Lot: 3080 | Jan 12, 2008

Sold For: $40,250.00
1839-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. Recut 39, Breen-6150, Winter 3-C, McCloskey-C, R.3. A radiant yellow-gold example with fewer marks than expected of the grade. Well struck aside from the stars. The usual die state for Variety 3-C, with two lengthy thin die cracks across the upper left reverse. As of (8/06), PCGS has certified only three 1839-C quarter eagles as Mint State. This example is one of two certified as MS62, with none finer. (The other piece is listed under the overdate PCGS number). For several years, the present die variety was believed to be an 1839/8 overdate, probably because the recutting on the 9 in the date does not appear to match the overdigit. Once it was realized this "overdate" was seen on all three branch mint issues for the date, as well as on 1839 Philadelphia quarter eagles, specialists concluded that a defective punch caused the appearance of an overdate. Although a different punch was used, a defective punch is also likely responsible for the 1839 Large Letters eagle. The latter, however, remains listed in the Guide Book as an overdate. (PCGS# 7699)
Auction 416 | Lot: 3118 | Sep 16, 2006

Sold For: $40,250.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 PCGS. Variety 4-C, the only known dies. Die State II. The two die states of this variety are easily distinguished by the presence or absence of a rim break at the top of the obverse, over star 7. Examples with the rim break are more prevalent, although both die states are rare, especially in such fine condition. Walter Breen recorded historical notes about the 1842 Charlotte Mint coinage. Only 4,595 examples of the Small Date variety were produced, while 23,589 of the Large Date were coined. The obverse die broke on March 22, according to Breen.

Very few examples of this variety have been certified, perhaps because few exist! This coin is unusually sharply struck with only slight weakness on the eagle's neck feathers. The surfaces are mildly reflective with brilliant yellow luster. Minor abrasions are visible on both sides. Although PCGS and NGC have combined to certify nine examples in MS60 or better grades, we believe that only three or four such pieces exist. This is the second rarest Charlotte Mint issue behind the virtually unobtainable 1849-C Open Wreath gold dollar. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 400 | Lot: 2874 | Feb 11, 2006

Sold For: $40,250.00
1846-C $5 MS62 PCGS. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8227)
Auction 1332 | Lot: 3104 | Jul 15, 2021

Sold For: $39,600.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 NGC. Winter 4-C, the only known dies. Die State I. The rarest collectible coin from the Charlotte Mint, the 1842-C Liberty Half Eagle was produced to the extent of just 4,595 pieces. The first 2,555 pieces were delivered on March 22, 1842, and they are all thought to have been of the present die state (no obverse cud at 12 o'clock). The 50-55 coins that Winter (1997) believes are extant include a mere 5-7 pieces at the AU level of preservation. With only one Uncirculated survivor (again, per Winter), the present near-Mint representative easily qualifies for Condition Census standing. As befits an example of Die State I, this coin exhibits an overall sharp strike. The only appreciable softness of detail is seen on the reverse over the eagle's neck feathers, and some of that is due to light rub from circulation. Actually, there is only the barest trace of wear, and the green-gold surfaces display a mostly bright sheen. There is some scuffiness from light handling, but the only worthwhile pedigree markers are concentrated around the obverse date: a pinscratch from the rim into the field before the 1, and a small indentation on the rim below the right foot of the same digit. There is also a tiny planchet flaw (as struck) at 3 o'clock on the obverse rim and in the corresponding area on the reverse. We have confirmed only two recent auction appearances of AU58 1842-C Small Date Half Eagles:

1. Ex: 1999 FUN Signature Sale--The North Georgia Collection (Heritage, 1/99), lot 7783; April 2002 Central States Signature Sale (Heritage, 4/02), lot 6974. This coin, graded by PCGS, was formerly owned by Winthrop Carner and a Michigan dealer, and it is tied for second finest honors on Winter's 1997 Condition Census.

2. Ex: The Benson Collection, Part I (Goldbergs, 2/01), lot 4014. Certified by NGC, but distinct from the present example. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 300 | Lot: 8137 | Sep 28, 2002

Sold For: $39,100.00
1861-C $5 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Winter-1. (PCGS# 8289)
Auction 1380 | Lot: 4784 | Jan 19, 2025

Sold For: $38,400.00
1841-C $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 7721)
Auction 1348 | Lot: 4012 | Aug 28, 2022

Sold For: $38,400.00
1843-C $2 1/2 Small Date, Crosslet 4 MS62 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 7729)
Auction 1332 | Lot: 3075 | Jul 15, 2021

Sold For: $38,400.00
1842-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. Variety 1. (PCGS# 7724)
Auction 1251 | Lot: 5805 | Jan 9, 2017

Sold For: $37,600.00
1861-C $5 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8289)
Auction 1371 | Lot: 4344 | Jan 14, 2024

Sold For: $37,200.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 NGC. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1364 | Lot: 3193 | Aug 20, 2023

Sold For: $36,000.00
1854-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 7770)
Auction 1332 | Lot: 3081 | Jul 15, 2021

Sold For: $36,000.00
1855-C G$1 MS62+ NGC. Variety 2. (PCGS# 7533)
Auction 1326 | Lot: 4060 | Jan 24, 2021

Sold For: $36,000.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU55 PCGS. Winter 4-C. Die State I (and scarce as such). The 1842-C Small Date is a widely recognized gold rarity, even among non-specialists. It is the rarest Charlotte Half Eagle and is also considered the rarest collectible coin from this mint. Only 4,595 pieces were produced, and of that number a mere 50-55 coins are believed extant in all grades. High grade pieces are extremely rare. This is a lower Condition Census example and is tied with at least one other piece as fourth finest known. The surfaces are bright with a glimmer of semi-prooflikeness in the fields. The surfaces show numerous small abrasions but there are no large or mentionable marks on either side. The rich green-gold coloration shows a considerable overlay of reddish patina on both obverse and reverse, and the striking details are strongly brought up throughout (including the eagle's legs).
From the Ashland City Collection. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 308 | Lot: 4736 | Jan 11, 2003

Sold For: $35,650.00
1839-C $5 MS62 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8192)
Auction 1151 | Lot: 5107 | Jan 9, 2011

Sold For: $34,500.00
1838-C $2 1/2 HM-1, R.4, AU58+ PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 764792)
Auction 1365 | Lot: 3101 | Sep 14, 2023

Sold For: $33,600.00
1854-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 7770)
Auction 1350 | Lot: 3069 | Nov 2, 2022

Sold For: $33,600.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU55 NGC. PCGS Population (2/7). NGC Census: (3/12). Mintage: 27,432. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $57,500. ... (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 25121 | Lot: 11507 | Dec 6, 2005

Sold For: $32,750.00
1838-C $5 HM-1, High R.4, AU58 NGC. (PCGS# 765254)
Auction 1386 | Lot: 3124 | Oct 5, 2025

Sold For: $32,400.00
1838-C $2 1/2 HM-1, R.4, AU58 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 764792)
Auction 1359 | Lot: 3199 | May 7, 2023

Sold For: $32,400.00
1839/8-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS Secure. Breen-6149, Variety 23, R.3. (PCGS# 7699)
Auction 1166 | Lot: 4742 | Jan 8, 2012

Sold For: $32,200.00
1839-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. (PCGS# 7699)
Auction 1124 | Lot: 2675 | May 3, 2009

Sold For: $32,200.00
1838-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. (PCGS# 7697)
Auction 1122 | Lot: 2427 | Feb 8, 2009

Sold For: $32,200.00
1839-C $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. (PCGS# 7699)
Auction 1122 | Lot: 2431 | Feb 8, 2009

Sold For: $32,200.00
1839/8-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. (PCGS# 7699)
Auction 1122 | Lot: 2432 | Feb 8, 2009

Sold For: $32,200.00
1846-C MS 62 PCGS. Extremely well struck with full detail on the obverse and reverse. Both sides have a grainy type of luster that is slightly reflective when the coin is tilted toward a light source. A light orange-gold coloration covers the surfaces and there are no noticeable abrasions. A very important coin and certainly one of the highlights of the North Georgia Collection's date run of Charlotte quarter eagles.
There are 4 or 5 Mint State 1846-C quarter eagles known. The finest is an NGC MS 63 in a Nevada Collection that is ex: Elrod, Eliasberg: 137, John Clapp, and David Wilson (Samuel Chapman, March 1907): 200. The Paul Dingler Collection contains a PCGS MS 63; and a coin graded MS 63 or thereabouts is in a private collection and was last lot 992 in Steve Ivy's July 1979 Henry Herrman Collection Sale. The coin presently offered for sale is the fourth finest known and it was earlier lot 1385 in Stack's December 1994 sale of the R.T. Wilder Collection, where it realized $14,850; it was earlier lot 243 in New Netherland's November 1956 sale. (PCGS# 7741)
Auction 195 | Lot: 7756 | Jan 11, 1999

Sold For: $32,200.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1252 | Lot: 3960 | Feb 16, 2017

Sold For: $31,725.00
1861-C $5 AU58 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8289)
Auction 1348 | Lot: 4051 | Aug 28, 2022

Sold For: $31,200.00
1842-C $5 Small Date AU58 NGC. Variety 1. (PCGS# 8208)
Auction 1265 | Lot: 3247 | Dec 7, 2017

Sold For: $31,200.00

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