Ingots
Mint of the United States at San Francisco, Type One Oval Hallmark, No Serial Number, Straight Stem 9s in 999.5 Fine. 6.05 ozs. Late-1940s to early-1950s.
Even though there is no serial number present, through casting comparisons and by tracking lot numbers when available, this ingot makes the transition from Type One to Type Two and then on to the 1959 Round Dated Hallmarks. This is an especially clean ingot with bright, minimally toned surfaces. The hallmark is well-centered at the upper portion of the top side.
Ex: Alan Bingel Collection / Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2005), lot 6438.