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United States of America, California Round 25 Cents 1856 (Gold, 10 mm) Liberty head left Rev. Denomination within wreath. BG-228 (Rarity-7). PCGS Genuine (AU Details, Scratch)
Simply put, this is a very rare type. The 2003 edition of the book California Pioneer Fractional Gold by Walter Breen and Ronald J. Gillio pedigrees only 11 specimens with the significant comment, "Probably includes duplication". The coin we are offering here is not included on the authors' census list, being a new discovery that is making its debut in the U.S. numismatic market. Even with the addition of this piece, however, the total number of BG-228 examples known is probably limited to only 9-11 pieces.
Simply put, this is a very rare type. The 2003 edition of the book California Pioneer Fractional Gold by Walter Breen and Ronald J. Gillio pedigrees only 11 specimens with the significant comment, "Probably includes duplication". The coin we are offering here is not included on the authors' census list, being a new discovery that is making its debut in the U.S. numismatic market. Even with the addition of this piece, however, the total number of BG-228 examples known is probably limited to only 9-11 pieces.