Historic "Pattern Coin" Represents the
Pinnacle of American Numismatics
LOS
ANGELES, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lear
Capital, a leading precious metals investment firm, is proud to
announce the acquisition of an extremely rare and highly coveted
gold 1879 $4 Stella coin. This
exceptional piece of American numismatic history is now available
for discerning collectors and investors. Lear Capital is offering
the coin for $172,500.
The $4 Stella, often referred to
as the "holy grail" of U.S. coinage, is one of the most
sought-after coins in American history. Despite never being
circulated as legal tender, the Stella holds a unique place in
numismatic lore. Originally created as a pattern coin, it was
designed to be used in the U.S., but match the weight and purity of
common European coins for easier trading and conversion abroad.
Samples were struck and distributed to members of Congress in 1879
and 1880.
This particular specimen is a Type 1 (Flowing Hair) variety,
graded PR63 by Professional Coin Grading Service. Adding to its
exceptional status, the coin bears the coveted green sticker from
the Certified Acceptance Corporation,signifying its superior
quality within its grade.
"The 1879 $4 Gold Stella is a true
treasure," said Kevin DeMeritt,
founder of Lear Capital. "With only a handful of these coins in
existence, each one represents a unique piece of American history.
It's not every day that a coin of this caliber becomes available to
the public."
The Stella's design features a left-facing Liberty with flowing
hair on the obverse.
The reverse depicts a five-pointed star with the denominations
One Stella and 400 Cents, encircled by the inscriptions
United States of America, Four
Dol., E Pluribus Unum, and Deo Est Gloria.
This isn't the first time Lear Capital has placed
prized Stellas up for sale. In 2007, the precious metals firm
curated and sold what is considered the finest set of
goldcollection Stellas by date. The 4-coin collection sold for
millions of dollars..
For more information about the 1879 $4 Gold Stella or to inquire about its
acquisition, please contact Lear Capital at
press@learcapital.com.
About Lear Capital
Founded in 1997 by precious metal expert and analyst
Kevin DeMeritt, Lear
Capital offers investors the chance to diversify their
portfolios with unique approaches to purchasing precious metals,
including gold and silver individual retirement accounts. Employing
a team dedicated to providing investors with real-time information
and pricing on gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, Lear Capital
is uniquely positioned to offer investors the convenience of online
capabilities with the expertise and support of a brick-and-mortar
institution. To date, the team has handled more than
$3 billion in trusted
transactions.
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