1836 $2.50 Block 8 MS63+ Certification #36819961, PCGS #97694

1836 Gold $2.50 { PCGS-5 } {CAC} (Jan'2019) A thick, frosty mint luster glows with a strong vibrancy on both sides. The surfaces are richly toned with soft wheat-gold and delicate olive undertones that are totally original and offer a fresh 'old-gold' patina. The letters of "LIBERTY" on the hair ribbon are well-struck and distinct. The field behind and above the eagle is blemish-free. Prior to the Coronet Liberty U.S. gold coins contained just under 90% gold with a mixture of silver and copper at just over 10%, giving the coins a slightly less gold appearance than we are accustomed to seeing in the later issues. This well-struck Classic Design exudes bold definition on both sides yielding excellent eye appeal. Andrew Jackson was president in 1836 and decided not to seek a third term. During his presidency was the only time in US History that there was a time when there was no national debt; albeit a very brief time.