coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$5 \ A. Bechtler \ 1842 \ Carolina
The Bechtler coins were a series of gold coins minted in the early 19th century by Christopher Bechtler in North Carolina. These coins, particularly notable are the 1842 issues, were among the first coins to be minted in the United States that were not produced by the U.S. Mint. The G5 coins typically refer to their denomination and design features, which often included inscriptions in English and reflected the local economic needs of the Carolina region during that time. They hold significant historical and numismatic value, appealing to collectors interested in American pioneer minting and regional currency.
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(1842) G$5 C. Bechtler RUTHERFORD, 134 GR, 21C, No Star, K-26 | G$5 | A. Bechtler | 1842 | Carolina |