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Early Half Dimes

1797 H10C 15 Stars AU58 NGC. V-2, LM-1, R.3. The central obverse has a concave appearance and the eagle is nearly flat, a result of poor metal flow when the coin was struck. This piece has remarkable satin luster beneath variegated blue, gold, and iridescent toning. Census: 18 in 58, 41 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

1800 H10C AU50 ANACS. V-1, LM-1, R.3. Considerable luster brightens the plumage, shield, and hair of this Heraldic Eagle half dime. Light golden-brown and sky-blue toning confirms the originality. Bereft of conspicuous contact, and the strike is consistent save for minor softness on the shield opposite Liberty's high relief forehead. A pleasing example of this elusive type.(Registry values: P5)

1800 H10C LIBEKTY AU50 NGC. V-2, LM-3, R.4. The collectible LIBEKTY variety, since its alternative, LM-4, is extremely rare. The letter punch for R had a broken upper crossbar when it was selected by obverse die engraver, and with a little imagination it resembles the letter K. The variety is sometimes confused with the 1796 LIKERTY, caused by a broken and softly impressed B punch. Of course, any 1800 half dime is desirable, as a representative of the difficult Draped Bust, Heraldic Reverse type. The present example will be warmly welcomed by bidders, since it is splendidly detailed and displays attractive cream-gray, golden-brown, and cobalt-blue patina. From a later state with localized die failure beneath the eagle's beak, as made.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1801 H10C VF35 PCGS. V-2, LM-2, R.4. This late die state example was originally known as V-2, and is now identified as a die state of LM-2. The curls, stars, letters, and digits are all slightly thinner and more separated than on the early die states. The obverse has slight evidence of a doubled profile. The surfaces are mostly light silver, with deeper peripheral toning. Housed in a green label PCGS holder. Population: 2 in 35, 19 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1801 H10C XF45 PCGS. V-1, LM-2, R.4. For many years, V-1 and V-2 were classified as different varieties, although study over the last couple of decades has shown them to be die states of the same die combination. This example is an early die state with full design elements and no evidence of die lapping. Both sides have splendid and original pewter gray and ivory surfaces. Population: 4 in 45, 14 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1801 H10C AU58 NGC. V-1, LM-2, R.4. The more available of the two die varieties from this year, although seldom seen as an R.4 (the V-1 variant is R.7). This is a deep, gray-toned example that is generally well struck. The only mark of note is a shallow, diagonal scratch on the breast of Liberty. Scarce in high grade AU, and just outside the Condition Census.(Registry values: P7)

1805 H10C VF30 PCGS. V-1, LM-1, R.4. Although other early half dime varieties are rarer, the 1805 is an elusive issue, especially in higher grades. It is also always weakly defined at the bust tip and the upper part of the right wing to the border. This example has deep silver-gray surfaces. A few faint scratches and some microscopic roughness have little affect on its outwardly attractive appearance.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

Bust Half Dimes

1829 H10C MS64 NGC. V-14, LM-16, R.2. Pastel sea-green, straw-gold, and rose-red visit this scintillating and attractively preserved Choice first-year type coin. A shallow planchet flaw (as made) on the field near the chin.(Registry values: N1793)

1829 H10C MS65 ★ NGC. V-3, LM-2, R.1. After a hiatus of 24 years, the Mint produced 1.2 million half dimes in 1829, the first use of the Capped Bust design on this denomination. There are 18 known die varieties, of which LM-2 is the most available. the present coin is an absolutely fabulous specimen, with a razor-sharp strike and pristine surfaces. Lightly toned with hints of lilac at the peripheries, color is stronger on the reverse. Overall visual appeal is outstanding as attested by the Star designation.(Registry values: N2998)

1830 H10C MS64 NGC. V-3, LM-4, R.2. Dappled cherry-red and aquamarine embrace this lustrous and alertly struck near-Gem. Only separated from a higher grade by a nearly imperceptible slide mark on the cheek.(Registry values: N1793)

1830 H10C MS67 PCGS. CAC. V-1, LM-14, R.3. This scarcer variety is most easily attributable by the location of the T in STATES over the left half of the second U in PLURIBUS. The LM reference states "nice high grade examples of this marriage have been discovered over the years." Sounds like a story we would like to know more about. This Superb piece is tied with several others as second finest certified, and one PCGS coin is graded MS68. The surfaces on this piece are brilliant and the fields have a mixture of semiprooflikeness and intense mint frost. The striking details are sharp throughout.(Registry values: N4719)

1831 H10C MS65 NGC. V-5, LM-5, R.1. Golden-tan and powder-blue alternate across this lustrous Gem. Only a couple of inconspicuous obverse field grazes deny perfection. Well struck aside from minor incompleteness on the eagle's neck and on the curls above the shoulder. Encased in a former generation holder.(Registry values: N2998)

1831 H10C MS67 PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro Collection. V-4, LM-4, R.2. The obverse can be attributed by noticeable recutting of star 2 while, on the reverse, the lower right side of F is filled by a die chip. A few wisps of barely discernible light blue and tan patina visit the lustrous surfaces of this nice Superb Gem. Impeccably preserved surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements. Population for the date: 7 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1832 H10C MS65 NGC. V-1, LM-3, R.1. Star 12 is sharply repunched, a quick method to winnow down the 14 die varieties known for the date. Untoned save for a small blush of brown and aqua toning near the M in AMERICA. Lustrous, intricately impressed, and essentially mark-free.(Registry values: N2998)

1832 H10C MS67 NGC. V-13, LM-10.1, R.3. Honey, ruby-rose, and cobalt-blue colors enrich this beautifully preserved Superb Gem. The upper left border of the shield is not razor-sharp, but otherwise the strike is generally bold. An early die state that shows faint clash marks from the shield near the ear.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1833 H10C MS65 NGC. V-3, LM-4, R.2. This variety is noted by the boldly repunched star 6 on the obverse and O in OF on the reverse. Whispers of olive-tan gravitate to the margins of this lustrous Gem. The design features are sharply impressed and both sides are impeccably preserved.(Registry values: N2998)

1833 H10C MS66 PCGS. V-6, LM-9, R.2. In this variety, star 6 is boldly repunched, the upper and lower loops of 8 and 3 are equidistant, the T in UNITED is lower than the I at the base, and a large period is centered over the space between two dentils. Silver-gray surfaces display glowing luster, and traces of light tan color around the margins. The design elements are sharply impressed, with all features clear. There are no significant abrasions, although some faint slide marks on the cheek are mentioned for accuracy. Population: 18 in 66, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1834 H10C MS65 NGC. V-1, LM-2, R.1. Later die state with a minor die crack from star seven to Liberty's cap, and the upper loop of the second S is filled. Electric-blue, lavender, and golden-brown patina bathes the lustrous surfaces of this lovely Gem. Sharply struck and nicely preserved throughout. For all varieties, NGC has graded 43 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1834 H10C MS66 PCGS. V-1a, LM-2, R.1. A later die state, with some flow lines before the face, a tiny die crack from the rim through the 7th star to the cap, and what appears to be a faint die crack running from the left nostril to the top of the drapery. Fresh and untoned satiny surfaces with radiating luster. There are no marks or distractions incongruous with the grade. A virtually pristine Premium Gem. Population: 19 in 66, 10 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1835 H10C Large Date, Small 5C MS67 NGC. CAC. V-9, LM-6, R.2. Golden-russet and pearl-gray toning endows this magnificent Superb Gem. The borders exhibit freckles of ocean-blue and jade-green. Cartwheel luster sweeps unabraded surfaces. The strike is complete, and the eye appeal is unsurpassable. NGC has yet to certify any examples as LM-6 in grades above MS64.(Registry values: P1)

1835 H10C Small Date, Small 5C MS65 PCGS. V-7, LM-10, R.1. The 1835 half dime enjoyed a large mintage of 2.8 million pieces, and is found in 11 known die marriages. The present coin is a representative of the LM-10 variety, characterized by the low 3 in the date, and the position of A3 equidistant between C1 and the arrowhead. The LM-10 variety is available in most grades, but Gem specimens are rare. The present coin is sharply struck, with only minor weakness on the left border of the shield. Delightful shades of steel-blue and lime-green toning highlight the obverse, with lavender and blue on the reverse. Population: 7 in 65, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1837 H10C Large 5C MS66 NGC. V-1, LM-5, R.1. The first A in AMERICA is broadly repunched on this lustrous and lightly toned Premium Gem. Well struck and remarkably smooth with exceptional eye appeal. A transitional year for half dime designs. Census: 5 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 4/2007), lot 486, which realized $8,625.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1837 H10C Small 5C MS65 NGC. V-2, LM-4, R.3. The lone Small Denomination variety for the year, the LM-4 merits its own Guide Book entry, increasing the already considerable demand for this scarce and desirable issue. The present Gem, one of just three certified by NGC with none finer (3/09), is an immensely lustrous and carefully preserved beauty with sharp central detail. The obverse offers dappled peach and powder-blue toning, the former dominant in the center, while the reverse has similar colors with the peach closer to lemon-gold. An important and attractive representative of this final-year Capped Bust half dime variety.(Registry values: N4719)

Seated Half Dimes

1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS64 PCGS. Exactingly struck and satiny with iridescent lime-green and orange-gold toning. No marks are consequential, and the eye appeal is attractive. A briefly issued type, since stars appeared on the 1838 Philadelphia dimes.(Registry values: P6)

1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS65 NGC. The Small Date variety is a little more difficult to locate than the Large Date (Al Blythe, 1992). Medium intensity sea-green, sky-blue, and apple-green patina is splashed over the lustrous surfaces of this Gem. Sharply struck on the design elements. A minute obverse rim mark at 9:00 is mentioned for complete accuracy.(Registry values: P6)

1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS67 NGC. A splendid Superb Gem of the popular No Stars type coin, struck only in 1837 aside from the very scarce 1838-O. The obverse is covered in soft luster mixed in with iridescent blue-gold tones. In contrast, the reverse is more of a uniform slate-gray, but with just enough hints of red and green to show character. The surfaces are free from surface marks to the extent that it might require a vivid imagination to determine a pedigree marker. A notable die break is visible at 5 o'clock on the obverse, indicating a later die state. PCGS has certified a single 1837 Seated Liberty half dime finer than this piece, while NGC has certified two, one with the Star designation (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

1838 H10C Small Stars MS65 NGC. This well struck Gem has a sea-green obverse field and a lilac seated Liberty. The reverse is almond-gold and aquamarine. A mark-free example of this rare variety. Stars 3 and 4 are particularly attenuated. The dies are prominently clashed, with diagnostic die rust on Liberty's raised arm. Census: 7 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6)

1839 H10C No Drapery MS66 NGC. An outstanding Premium Gem survivor from this early Seated half dime issue, popular as one of a handful of No Drapery dates. It is strongly struck with impressive luster beneath dappled green-gray and blue patina. NGC has certified just seven numerically finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1839 H10C No Drapery MS66 PCGS. V-1. Perfect date with close, heavy digits. Slight recutting noticed on star 11. The surfaces on this diminutive Premium Gem are silky-smooth and lightly toned in steel-gray and golden-orange shades. The strike, as on virtually all No Drapery coinage, is needle-sharp. Population: 19 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1839-O H10C No Drapery MS66 NGC. Medium O. A fully lustrous Premium Gem, one of the finest we have ever handled. In fact, it is one of the best that has ever been certified. PCGS has never graded one finer than MS65, and the NGC Census Report shows only two at this grade level, with a single finer at MS67 (3/09). The surfaces are remarkable, with satiny silver luster and amazing design definition. Both sides have a hint of champagne toning near the borders, but the coin is essentially white. The reverse die is shattered, with extensive and heavy cracks in various directions.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

1840 H10C No Drapery MS66 PCGS. CAC. A solid strike leaves crisp definition on the design elements of this Premium Gem, and subtle hints of light tan-gold color rest on the highly lustrous surfaces. Well preserved, with just a couple of unobtrusive ticks over each side. Population: 10 in 66, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1846 H10C XF45 PCGS. Luminous gold-gray surfaces show occasional elements of peach. A well struck piece, minimally abraded with only modest wear across the highest design elements. This issue's mintage of just 27,000 pieces, combined with a low survival rate, makes it a condition rarity at this level. Every advanced half dime collector understands the importance and rarity of this coin. Population: 3 in 45, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1846 H10C AU50 PCGS. The typical business strike 1846 half dime is a low grade piece, perhaps good to fine. The date is scarce in VF or XF, and rare in AU. Mint State coins are extremely rare, much more so than proofs. This wonderful AU specimen is light silver-gray with faint traces of pale gold. The lightly abraded surfaces retain traces of luster. Population: 2 in 50, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1847 H10C MS67 NGC. The 1847 Seated half dime is a scarce date, and this example is certainly a marvelous representative. All of the star centers and the head details are fully struck, and bold luster sweeps both sides. The centers are silvery, while the rims show compelling steel-blue and amber patina. Among the handful tied for finest certified at either service. Census: 2 in 67, none finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1849/6 H10C MS65 PCGS. V-2. The upright of the point is directly beneath the shield tip, and there is a slanted indentation on the upright of the 4. This example shows silver-gray patina over the obverse and most of the reverse, but there are few noticeable abrasions, large or small. Population: 5 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

1849-O H10C MS66 NGC. The 1849-O is an elusive issue in all grades, with only 140,000 pieces originally produced. Breen, who simply called this issue "rare," suggested that some of this already low mintage may have actually been dated 1848. Half dime specialist Al Blythe went further by stating, "... specimens in higher grades (AU and above) are very scarce. Usually found in lower grades." In Mint State, Blythe rates the 1849-O as a low R.6. This extraordinary example has bright, satiny, untoned surfaces, and while it may not be fully struck in all areas, the silky-smooth surfaces more than make up for lack of complete highpoint detail. Census: 3 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

1851-O H10C MS64 PCGS. Surprisingly, the 1851-O half dime can be found from time to time in Mint State grades up to MS66, although such examples are still elusive and a fair amount of patience will be required to find an attractive example such as this piece. Both sides are fully lustrous beneath deep blue and golden-brown toning, with slightly reflective fields. Population: 18 in 64, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1852 H10C MS67 PCGS. CAC. The 1852 is a slightly better date, and is quite challenging in Superb Gem. Lustrous surfaces show hints of golden-gray patina and are devoid of mentionable marks. A well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design elements. Great overall eye appeal, and housed in a green label holder. Population: 4 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1852-O H10C MS64 Prooflike NGC. The moderate antebellum mintage of this O-mint wonder is only 260,000 coins, and today examples above XF are scarce. Orange-gold and fire-red encroach upon the frosty seated Liberty. The reverse has russet borders and an untoned center. Liberty's head is soft, but the overall strike is good. A few marks on the right obverse field are consistent with the grade. The present piece is the only 1852-O half dime certified by NGC as Prooflike (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1853 H10C No Arrows MS66 NGC. With a small mintage of 135,000 pieces, the 1853 No Arrows half dime is definitely a better date. Spectacularly toned Premium Gem examples are quite rare, and this specimen is one of the finest we have seen. Silver centers are surrounded by iridescent blue-green and crimson color. The sharp strike adds to the considerable visual appeal. Census: 9 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

1853 H10C Arrows MS66 NGC. This is a sharply struck Premium Gem with amazing eye appeal. Each side is fully brilliant with frosty silver luster. Although not the finest quality ever certified, this is certainly among the top one hundred examples of this issue currently graded at both services. Census: 43 in 66, 17 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1853 H10C Arrows MS66 NGC. This date has the highest mintage (13 million plus pieces) of all the dates of the half dime series, and is readily available through the near-Gem level of preservation. Gems and Premium Gems are challenging, and Superb Gems are elusive. Medium multicolored toning covers the lustrous surfaces of this MS66 coin. Both sides are well struck and nicely preserved. Census: 43 in 66, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1853 H10C Arrows MS66 NGC. Pastel multicolored toning occupies the obverse, while the reverse shows peripheral orange-gold color. Lustrous surfaces exhibit well struck design elements, and are devoid of all but a few trivial marks. A great example of this popular type issue, which is elusive in Gem and better grades. Census: 43 in 66, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1853 H10C Arrows MS67 NGC. The 1853 With Arrows coinage, half dimes through half dollars, are highly popular first-year of issue design subtypes that are always in demand. The opportunity to acquire a Superb Gem that is tied for the finest certified is always an important event. This piece has frosty silver luster with lovely champagne, blue, and iridescent toning. The surfaces are pristine, entirely void of distracting or even undistracting marks.(Registry values: N4719)

1853 H10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. This Superb Gem offers astounding beauty and careful preservation in one highly desirable package. Rich ocean-blue, green-gold, and magenta-pink patina embraces each side, and vibrant luster shines through the toning. Boldly impressed and powerfully lustrous, a first-rate example from this popular type issue. Population: 6 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1853-O H10C Arrows MS66 NGC. The initial New Orleans half dimes coined in 1853 were from dies intended for the old tenor coins before the weight reduction. Dies had already been sent to New Orleans and that facility began striking coins that have since become rarities. Meanwhile, new dies were sent with the modified Arrows design, and the 1853-O With Arrows half dimes were produced. About 2.2 million of them were struck. This survivor, one of the finest that still exists, has a kaleidoscope of blue, green, russet, and gold toning over ivory surfaces. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

1854 H10C Arrows MS67 NGC. In 1854, rays were removed from the reverses of the quarter and half dollar. They were already absent from the half dime and dime, which makes the Arrows design a three-year type for those two denominations. As is the case with the dime, Arrows mintages began at then-record levels in 1853, but dropped each year thereafter.
The present semi-prooflike Superb Gem is essentially brilliant, although the obverse has a hint of gold toning. Sharply struck on the major devices, stars, and legends, although the dentils are generally soft. Virtually pristine save for minor contact above the A in HALF. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1857 H10C MS67 PCGS. CAC. A well struck and delightful little jewel, this Seated half dime has swirling, undeniably pleasing luster beneath vibrant patina. Sapphire, lavender, violet, and orange toning graces the obverse, while the reverse has similar, albeit slightly more muted colors. An exquisitely preserved example that would be a wonderful addition to one's type or date set. Population: 2 in 67, 0 finer (7/07).(Registry values: N2998)

1859 H10C MS67 ★ NGC. An absolutely stunning Superb Gem with fully brilliant silver surfaces on each side. The fields are reflective, with lustrous devices creating a nice cameo appearance. The obverse has sharp details, while some weakness is visible at the upper left part of the wreath on the reverse. Both sides have diagonal striations in the same relative direction, a result of planchet production. The surfaces on each side are essentially flawless.
The 1859 half dimes were produced with a slight design modification that was created by Anthony Paquet, famous for his double eagle that is offered in this sale. The arms of Liberty are slender in relation to Gobrecht's version. Each star on the obverse has a hollow center, rather than the raised center of earlier issues. Many consider this to be a distinct one-year type coin. Census: 1 in 67 ★ , 0 finer with ★ (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1860 H10C Transitional MS65 PCGS. Judd-267, Pollock-315, R.4. This curious rarity is collected as a pattern by some, and as a Seated half dime by others. It is listed on page 141 of the 2009 Guide Book as part of the Seated series. It mules Paquet's hollow star obverse subtype with the "cereal" wreath reverse of 1860, a design combination that lacks UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The brilliant centers are framed by lemon-gold, rose-red, and blue-green borders. The strike is typical, but the preservation is outstanding. Population: 6 in 65, 11 finer (3/09).

1860 H10C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Dappled rose-red and apple-green embrace this moderately prooflike Superb Gem. Its preservation is impressive, and the strike is intricate aside from a few upper left cereal grains. Worthy of the finest Seated half dime collection, and housed in a green label holder. NGC and PCGS have combined to grade just nine numerically finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1860 H10C MS68 NGC. CAC. First year of the Legend Obverse design modification for the Seated half dimes. Splashes of sky-blue, rose, and silver-gray patina visit the lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem. The design elements are well impressed and both sides are immaculately preserved. Census: 7 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1861/0 H10C MS66 PCGS. V-5, FS-301, formerly FS-003.6. A seldom-seen overdate listed in the Guide Book with a substantial premium over the high mintage normal date 1861. Sharply struck and mark-free with pleasing pastel sky-blue and caramel-gold toning. Population: 4 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

1863 H10C MS67 NGC. The 1863 half dime, with a mintage of 18,000 business strikes, is one of the key dates of the series. High grade pieces such as this Superb Gem do not appear all that frequently at auction. Gleaming white surfaces display a satiny finish, and are immaculately preserved. The strike is sharp, save for weakness in the lower part of the shield and the upper left portion of the wreath. Census: 19 in 67, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

1866 H10C MS65 PCGS. This sharply detailed half dime has extraordinary eye appeal. The surfaces are entirely brilliant and untoned with prooflike fields and lustrous devices, looking very much like a Gem Cameo proof, except this is a Mint State coin. Both sides have bold clash marks that are especially prominent on the obverse. Each side has a limited number of minuscule abrasions, mostly hidden in the devices. Population: 8 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1866 H10C MS66 NGC. This low mintage date (10,000 circulation strikes) is difficult to acquire in all grades, especially in the better levels of Mint State. The silvery surfaces of this Premium Gem display pleasing satiny luster, and possess sharply struck design elements. A few light clash marks are visible on the nicely preserved faces. Census: 6 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

1868 H10C MS66 PCGS. V-2. The date on this business strike slopes downward noticeably from left to right, and the head and most other details are boldly struck. The small postwar subsidiary silver mintages continued with this issue, struck to the extent of only 88,600 pieces. Lovely sage, copper, and lilac patina covers both sides, which show a remarkable lack of distractions. Scarce in Mint State, and rare so fine. Population: 5 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1871-S H10C MS66 NGC. CAC. Beautifully toned in rainbow shades of honey, yellow, citrine, and pink that circle the obverse and contribute to a nearly cameo effect. Nicely struck, with clean surfaces, as one would expect from a Premium Gem. From a low mintage of only 161,000 pieces, this is among the finest known with PCGS and NGC combined grading only five other peer examples and none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Seated Half Dimes

1857 H10C PR66 NGC. V-3. Closed 5, die dent on inner point of third star, pendant over right tip of 5, and shield point minutely left of upright of 1. Walter Breen describes the known proofs as very rare, tracing only eight examples in his 1977 Encyclopedia. Medium intensity electric-blue, lavender, and gold toning bathes both sides of this Premium Gem proof. All of the design elements are exquisitely struck. There are no mentionable marks. Census: 6 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1859 H10C PR65 NGC. A gleaming Gem specimen from this popular Stars on Obverse half dime issue. Both sides show the expected bold strike, as well as considerable frostiness on the devices that combines with the potent mirrors for a degree of contrast. Delightful visual appeal. Census: 43 in 65, 25 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

1859 H10C PR66 PCGS. Lavish aquamarine and rose-red colors cover this bold and flashy Premium Gem. The date shows no indication of repunching, unlike many proofs seen. An unheralded but significant one-year subtype, the stars have hollow centers, and the Liberty has slimmer arms. This Paquet-engraved subtype was only struck during 1859 and on a few rare 'transitional' 1860 patterns; the Legend Obverse type introduced in 1860. Population: 7 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

1860 H10C PR67 PCGS. CAC. The newly designed Legend Obverse half dime saw 1,000 proofs minted in 1860. Orange-gold and violet-gray dominate the obverse of this Superb Gem, accented with yellow-green and cobalt-blue around the margins. Sky-blue occupies the reverse center, ceding to orange-gold and yellow-green at the periphery. Sharply struck design features display modest contrast with reflective fields, slightly more so on the reverse. Impeccably preserved throughout. Population: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1861 H10C PR65 NGC. A colorful Gem with deep blue-violet peripheral toning fading through green and turning gold-orange at the center. Carefully preserved with gorgeous eye appeal. Census: 19 in 65, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

1861 H10C PR64 Cameo NGC. CAC. Pale champagne patina in the centers cedes to deeper orange close to the margins. Strongly mirrored and appealingly contrasted with only a few faint hairlines in the fields. Census: 2 in 64 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

1863 H10C PR65 NGC. A lovely Gem survivor from this issue of 460 pieces. The obverse has light green-gold toning, while the reverse shows deeper color that tends toward orange. Census: 21 in 65, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1864 H10C PR68 Cameo NGC. Reflective fields highlight the frosty motifs of this Superb Gem half dime, and electric-blue patina clings to the rim areas, ceding to a narrow zone of lavender. Light golden-tan fills in the centers. Sharply struck and immaculately preserved. Census: 1 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1866 H10C PR65 PCGS. Generally green-gold and aqua patina embraces each side of this sharply struck Gem proof half dime. Beautiful and well-preserved. Population: 21 in 65, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1866 H10C PR65 Cameo NGC. Fairly strong field-device contrast occurs on both sides of this untoned Gem. Well preserved surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements. Census: 4 in 65 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1867 H10C PR67 PCGS. The 1867 is an important date in the Legend Obverse half dime series with only 625 proofs made along with a mere 8,000 business strikes. The obverse exhibits a cameolike effect and is lightly toned in powder-blue and pale-violet hues. The reverse is more deeply toned a rich electric-blue around the border, and violet coloration in the center. The design elements are sharply struck, and the pristine surfaces are virtually devoid of blemishes. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1868 H10C PR67 NGC. This is an absolutely splendid coin. The surfaces approach technical perfection, with only a couple of tiny planchet depressions noted in the reverse field above HALF. Deeply reflective beneath multiple layers of lilac, sea-green, violet, and gold. The thick frost across the sharply struck devices is readily appreciable despite the toning. Census: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1870 H10C PR65 NGC. Pastel rose-red and aquamarine endow this pinpoint-sharp and undisturbed Gem. Rarer than the mintage of 1,000 proofs suggests, since many unsold pieces were melted. Census: 29 in 65, 32 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1871 H10C PR65 PCGS. This crisply struck Gem has watery fields and lovely blue-green toning. The obverse center exhibits mint-made die rust, and a tiny spot is noted beneath the A in HALF. Strong eye appeal. Population: 20 in 65, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1873 H10C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Pearl-gray with deep reflectivity in the fields and pleasingly frosted ivory-white devices. Upon close inspection, several tiny flaws can be seen atop Liberty and in the right obverse fields that prevent this piece from being tied for the finest graded with a Cameo designation at PCGS. Population: 2 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Early Dimes

1796 10C VF35 PCGS. JR-1, R.3. An early die state example with the star 1 rim break smaller than normal. This eminently collectible first-year-of-issue dime is a bit rough at the center of the obverse but still attractive, with its bold details and even gray and blue patina.
Ex: Heritage (2/2003), lot 6208.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1798 10C Large 8 XF40 PCGS. JR-4, R.3. This die combination has a normal date obverse and five berries in the olive branch on the reverse. This specimen has a bold die crack from the Y in LIBERTY to the nose and beyond, a late die state example. As the most plentiful 1798 variety, examples are available in most any desired grade, and the present specimen with its original deep brownish-gray surfaces is an excellent piece for a specialist or type collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

1800 10C AU53 PCGS. CAC. JR-2, R.5. Two varieties of 1800 dimes are known, and the JR-2 is slightly scarcer. Actually, both varieties are scarce, with a combined surviving population of about 250 coins in all grades. Official Mint records show that 21,760 dimes were coined and delivered in March 1800, the entire production for the year, but it would be wrong to believe that those pieces were all dated 1800 with none coined at any later date. A year later, in March 1801, the next delivery of dimes consisted of 9,260 coins. It may be the case that the delivery of 1800 was actually dimes dated 1798, and that the March 1801 delivery was actually the 1800 dimes. A mintage of just over 9,000 coins is more in line with the expected survival rate for these pieces over the years. This piece is nicely detailed and has splendid gold and iridescent toning over light gray surfaces. A few faint hairlines and other tiny abrasions are evident, but of little concern. This is a highly appealing example. Population: 3 in 53, 14 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

1801 10C VF25 PCGS. JR-1, R.4. Attractive medium-gray surfaces and pleasing peripheral brown toning. An appealing example with surfaces that lack any problems. Although this issue is not as rare as those of the next few years (especially 1802 and 1804), it is far from a common date in the series. It is doubtful that more than 250 examples of this date survive in all grades.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1805 10C 5 Berries Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. JR-1, R.3. Only two pairings are known for the year, neatly divided into the 5 Berries JR-1 and the 4 Berries JR-2. Of the two, the 5 Berries is rarer, comprising about 30% of the total survivors. This piece has silver-gray surfaces that show just grade-consistent wear, but few distractions otherwise. The strike is somewhat off-center toward 12 o'clock on the obverse.(Registry values: P5)

1805 10C 5 Berries VF20 ANACS. JR-1, R.3. Powder-blue and chestnut-gold visit this well detailed and slightly bright early dime. Smooth aside from a pair of marks on the right obverse field. Housed in an ANA cache holder.(Registry values: P5)

1807 10C MS62 PCGS. JR-1, R.2. The lone die pair for this year, the final emission of Draped Bust dimes. Each side is strongly lustrous with high-level detail. Both sides show prominent effects from die clashing, the obverse more so. Light golden peripheral color with a dot of deeper brown at the left obverse rim. Population: 18 in 62, 58 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

1807 10C MS63 PCGS. JR-1, R.2. The only die marriage of the date, from the final year of the Draped Bust dime type. This is a compellingly lustrous and well preserved example, albeit from a later die state with numerous die clash marks noted on each side. A few faint pinscratches and adjustment marks are noted on the obverse, but any severe marks or distractions are absent. For the issue, Population: 30 in 63, 28 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

Bust Dimes

1811/09 10C MS64 NGC. JR-1, R.3. The only dies for this scarce date. Well struck save for the first four stars and surprisingly devoid of marks. Both sides offer impressive luster, with that of the reverse slightly more powerful. Struck from a late die state with bold clash marks, a reverse rim break at 2:30, and a network of fine die cracks across the eagle. Census: 4 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1814 10C Large Date MS64 NGC. JR-2, R.3. Period after C. Light olive and pearl-gray color enriches this shimmering example, well struck aside from a few right side stars. An early die stage without the bulge that eventually weakens AMERICA. The obverse is splendidly preserved; the reverse has a pair of unimportant short pinscratches but is generally pleasing. A fortunate specialist will soon treasure this addition to an advanced set of early Capped Bust dimes. Census: 39 in 64, 28 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1814 10C Large Date MS65 NGC. Ex: Pittman. JR-3, R.2. The shield displays an intersection of heavy die cracks, and the obverse field is boldly clashed near the forehead. Impressively toned in rose-red, sea-green, and stone-gray shades. A satiny representative pedigreed to a famous collection.
Ex: Barney Bluestone, 90th Sale, 12/1945, lot 1355, purchased for $6.25; John Jay Pittman Collection, Part One (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 546.(Registry values: N4719)

1814 10C Large Date MS66 NGC. JR-3, R.2. An interesting die variety easily distinguishable by the lack of the period after the C of 10 C. The reverse die is nearly shattered by several thin die cracks that converge within the eagle's shield. Noticeable die clashing is seen in the obverse field. Sharply struck aside from the right side stars, a crescent of deep golden-brown patina covers the left third of the obverse. Lighter sunset-golden color circles the reverse periphery leaving a silver-gray center. One of the finest JR-3s we have had the pleasure to offer for sale. Census: 9 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1820 10C Medium 0 MS65 NGC. JR-11, R.3. The T in UNITED is high on this Medium 0 variety. This is a lovely Gem with smooth, satiny surfaces and natural medium gray, rose, and pale green toning. Well preserved overall, with a small contact mark noted in the upper right obverse field, between star 10 and Liberty's cap.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1822 10C VG8 PCGS. JR-1, R.4. The only dies. This is the rarest and most elusive date in the Capped Bust dime series. This example shows pleasing definition for the grade, but a crowded group of adjustment marks on the right side of the obverse are mildly distracting. Population: 7 in 8, 30 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N991)

1823/2 10C Small E's MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. JR-1, R.3. This is the only variety with small E's in the reverse legend. Mottled violet and silver-gray mix across the surfaces of this lustrous specimen. The strike is nearly full, and there are no marks of any significance. Over time, the two distinct varieties of this year have gained recognition, and both Small and Large E's types are now listed in the Guide Book.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996), lot 1071.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1824/2 10C MS64 PCGS. JR-1, R.3. One of two die marriages for the year and the only truly collectible 1824 dime, a scarce and underappreciated date in any grade. This Choice Mint State representative exhibits bright, satiny luster under swirling steel-violet and turquoise toning. Normal incompleteness is seen over the central devices. Population: 5 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 6185.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1825 10C MS64 PCGS. JR-5, High R.4. The rarest die marriage of the date, attributed by star 7 pointing to the top of the forecurl, the U in PLURIBUS below the final S in STATES, I in the motto under the space between TE in STATES, and ERI joined at bases. This piece is clearly in the Condition Census for the variety, possibly as high as second finest known. Soft golden-tan patina is slightly deeper on the reverse, and the design elements are well impressed. Nicely preserved, lustrous surfaces reveal just a couple of unobtrusive marks. Population for the date: 11 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).
Ex: Auction '80 (Stack's, 8/1980), lot 1138; Allen F. Lovejoy (Stack's, 10/1990), lot 74.(Registry values: N2998)

1827 10C MS65 NGC. JR-6, R.2. The variety is confirmed by star 7 pointing to the center of the headband, ED of UNITED very close and even at base, 1 centered under the second talon of the left claw, and the gules stripes mostly solid. Splotches of cobalt-blue, yellow-gold, and lavender reside on both sides of this pleasing Gem, and semiprooflike fields establish modest contrast with sharply struck devices. This is a nicely cared for specimen. Census for the date: 24 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1828 10C Small Date MS65 ★ Prooflike NGC. JR-1, R.2. Simply astounding quality for this or any other Small Size Bust dime. Basically untoned surfaces are boldly detailed save for minor softness on the eagle's neck feathers, with die clashing more noticeable on the reverse. The depth of the mirrored reflectivity is so pronounced that one must wonder if this coin was used as some type of presentation piece to show off the capabilities of the Mint's new equipment, first used in 1828. The fragile fields display a few scattered flecks of toning, and the most inconsequential scuffiness is unfairly heightened by the glassy finish. Just two die varieties are known for this date, both meriting separate Guide Book listings due to differences in the size of the date logotype. Census: 1 in 65 Prooflike, 1 finer without a Prooflike designation (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 6187.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1829 10C Small 10C MS63 NGC. JR-6, R.3. A Condition Census example for the variety, possibly second or third finest known. Golden-brown and ice-blue embrace this gently shimmering representative. A powerful loupe eventually reveals a few faint left obverse marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1829 10C Small 10C MS65 NGC. JR-3, R.4. An amazing prooflike example with fully mirrored fields beneath delightful gold and iridescent toning. The devices are generally bold with only a trace of weakness on a few of the curls. Frosty highpoint luster contrasts nicely with the reflective fields. The present piece undoubtedly qualifies in the Condition Census for this scarce variety.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1829 10C Curl Base 2 Good 4 PCGS. JR-10, R.6. The 1829 Curl Base 2 dime is a distinctive and rare Guide Book variety, usually found in lower grades. This piece has natural light gray surfaces with completely outlined central motifs. The left obverse border is merged with the tops of a few stars, but the remaining border on each side is complete.(Registry values: N1)

1831 10C MS64 NGC. JR-6, R.3. A Condition Census example. Star 7 points to the center of the headband, RI of AMERICA joined at base, I of the motto centered under the right edge of the second T in STATES. Medium intensity electric-blue, golden-gray, and purple toning only slightly subdues the luster. Sharply struck and nicely preserved.(Registry values: N2998)

1831 10C MS65 NGC. JR-4, R.2. The second S in STATES is entered high, diagnostic for the die pairing. A beautiful and nearly brilliant Gem with vibrant luster and an excellent strike. Even the aid of a loupe fails to locate any apparent abrasions. Census: 23 in 65, 15 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1832 10C MS62 NGC. JR-6, R.3. Probably in the Condition Census for the variety. Sea-green and golden-brown borders encompass the steel-gray centers. Exactingly struck and only lightly abraded. Luster glimmers across the margins and devices.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 6/2005), lot 5747, which realized $1,092.50.(Registry values: N1793)

1832 10C MS64 NGC. JR-1, R.2. Two points of star 1 straddle the bust, RI of AMERICA joined at base, and the top arrow shaft is detached. Silver-gray surfaces yield frosty luster and exhibit sharply defined design features. A handful of inoffensive marks on Liberty's portrait preclude Gem classification. Census for the date: 42 in 64, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1832 10C MS65 PCGS. JR-6, R.3. A slightly scarcer variety, and this example is one of the finest known. Both sides are sharply detailed except for slight weakness on the eagle's neck. A lovely example with brilliant and frosty silver luster and a thin veil of peripheral golden toning. Population: 16 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1833 10C MS63 PCGS. JR-1, R.3. Delicate straw-gold shadings grace this lustrous and unblemished Capped Bust dime. Well struck despite minor incompleteness on the claws. Population: 28 in 63, 52 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1833 10C Last 3 High MS65 NGC. JR-5, R.1. The obverse is immediately identified by the high position of the final 3 relative to the other digits in the date. The reverse has the I in PLURIBUS well right below the second T in STATES. This beautifully toned Gem has frosty luster beneath gold, russet, lilac, and sea-green toning on each side. Census: 23 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

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1834 10C Large 4 MS65 PCGS. JR-1, R.1. The M in AMERICA has a small die break near its upper left corner. This handsome Gem is lustrous and precisely struck. Virtually brilliant, and immaculate except for a single hair-thin mark on the right obverse field. A wonderful early silver type coin. Population: 4 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

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1835 10C MS63 NGC. JR-6, R.4. Star 8 is sharply repunched. This Condition Census piece is probably third finest known. Golden-brown, violet, and aqua-blue patina. A precisely struck dime that has noticeable luster. There are no mentionable abrasions.
Ex: Hans Poetsch Collection (Heritage, 7/2002), lot 6628, which realized $1,437.50.(Registry values: N1793)

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1835 10C MS64 PCGS. JR-9. R.2. Sparkling and bright, with abundant luster in the fields and splendid eye appeal. The strike is needle-sharp. Only a solitary vertical hairline on the cheek determines the grade. A truly exceptional coin for the collector. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 55 in 64, 13 finer (3/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 1716, which realized $3,220.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

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1835 10C MS65 NGC. JR-9, R.2. Easily recognized by the fancy 8 and recut 3 in the date, and the low second T in STATES. Dusky, subtle gray-rose patina is seen at the borders. A well struck example with satiny luster and no mentionable abrasions on either side. Exquisitely preserved with good luster and impressive eye appeal. Census: 19 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1836 10C MS66 NGC. JR-3, R.3. Sea-green, ocean-blue, and golden-brown grace the borders of this lustrous and expertly struck Premium Gem. The reverse appears pristine, and the obverse is virtually as glorious. An outstanding candidate for the finest-quality silver type set. Census: 2 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1837 10C MS66 NGC. JR-4, R.1. Although nearly twice as many 1837 Liberty Seated dimes were produced as Capped Bust pieces, examples of this variety are generally available today. This die pairing is characterized by a bisecting obverse die crack from 12 to 5 o'clock. This is a marvelous example that fully merits a Prooflike designation, with brilliant mirrored fields and thickly frosted devices. The surfaces show just a tinge of copper-gold color, and the eye appeal is breathtaking. Census: 6 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Seated Dimes

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1839 10C No Drapery MS67 NGC. No Drapery dimes were only struck for three years, and they are an important and widely collected type coin. This is one of the finer examples known. The details are fully defined in all areas, with pinpoint definition on the star radials and the folds in Liberty's gown. A smattering of antique-golden and lime-green patina decorates the obverse; the reverse is similar but deeper in tone. As one might imagine, the surfaces are virtual perfection, with no obvious abrasions evident to the unaided eye on either side. A wondrous type coin and seldom offered in such a superior state. Census: 14 in 67, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1839 10C No Drapery MS68 ★ NGC. The single finest NGC-graded 1839 dime. NGC has certified six pieces at the MS68 level, but only the present example has garnered a Star designation. PCGS has certified two coins as MS68, and neither major service has graded any above MS68 (3/09). A highly lustrous Superb Gem with delicate tan toning and immaculate preservation. A superlative representative of the No Drapery subtype, coined only in 1839 and 1840.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1840-O 10C No Drapery MS62 PCGS. CAC. Large O (not so indicated on the holder), which is rare in Mint State (Brian Greer, high R.7). Champagne-gold lustrous surfaces are imbued with whispers of darker gray. A sharp strike brings out good detail on the design elements, including complete separation of Liberty's foot, sandal, and straps. A scrape in the field beneath the cap limits the grade. Population for the date: 3 in 62, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1841 10C MS66 PCGS. A relatively plentiful, high mintage Philadelphia Seated dime, surviving from a production of more than 1.6 million coins; however, this Premium Gem is the only MS66 that PCGS has certified, with none finer (3/09). It is an extraordinary specimen with frosty luster and sharp design elements beneath fully original iridescent toning. For the connoisseur who appreciates the finest available quality, this 1841 dime is unimprovable.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1844 10C VF25 ANACS. Yet another VF example of the famed "Little Orphan Annie" dime issue of 1844. This one appears to have been cleaned at some point, with retoning in mottled shades of light blue-green and olive.(Registry values: N991)

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1844 10C VF25 ANACS. A moderately worn example with significant portions of deep sky-blue and gold iridescence in the fields. Probably cleaned at some point in its history.(Registry values: N991)

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1844 10C VF25 ANACS. Smooth and abrasion-free on both sides, with variegated steel-green and gold-tan patina. Exceptionally clean surfaces for a VF example.(Registry values: N991)

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1844 10C VF25 ANACS. A nicely detailed representative of the famous "Little Orphan Annie" dime. This VF25 example is moderately worn with deep bluish-green and olive-drab patina on both sides.(Registry values: N991)

117

1844 10C VF30 ANACS. Moderately worn with pleasing olive-gray toning and some underlying electric-blue iridescence. Free of severe marks and a nice midgrade "Little Orphan Annie" dime for the grade. Only 72,500 pieces were coined, and survivors are scarce at all levels of preservation.(Registry values: N991)

118

1844 10C --Cleaned--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF30. Nicely detailed and evenly worn across both sides, with a slight degree of speckled gold and green patina near the peripheries, and around ONE DIME. Somewhat muted in appearance from improper cleaning.(Registry values: N991)

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1844 10C VF35 ANACS. A surprisingly difficult coin to acquire, even with its low mintage of 72,500 pieces. This piece shows a layer of deep original patina across each side, encompassing shades of iron-gray, olive, russet, and turquoise. There are no significant abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

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1844 10C AU50 ANACS. An attractively toned, crisply detailed example of this much-heralded issue. Only a touch of wear crosses the slate-gray high points, which contrast with the ocean-blue and sea-green patina found elsewhere. Strong eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

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1845 10C MS66 PCGS. Repunched Date. This absolutely splendid Premium Gem has fully brilliant surfaces with satiny luster. The obverse fields are bright with confirmed prooflike reflectivity. The reverse has a bit more frost and not quite as much of a reflective sheen. Sharply struck in all areas; there are no detracting abrasions on either side of this magnificent coin. This is the only MS66 certified at PCGS, with two finer MS67 NGC submissions (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1845 10C MS66 NGC. CAC. The lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem are bathed with a couple of shades of aqua-blue and accented with faded reddish-tan. A well executed strike lends uniformly sharp definition to the design elements, and a few minor grade-consistent ticks do not detract from the pleasing overall eye appeal. The 1845 is common in circulated grades, scarce in the lower levels of Mint State, and rare in Gem and finer. Census: 5 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

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1849 10C MS64 NGC. The lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem display splashes of cobalt-blue, purple, russet, and sea-green over the obverse, and a few splotches of lavender and electric-blue on the reverse. Sharply struck throughout. A few minor marks are visible on the reverse. Census: 18 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1851 10C MS64 NGC. Fortin-105a, R.3, with repunching on the bases of the 851. The top of a 1 is misplaced on the lower left border of the shield. Lustrous and unabraded with iridescent honey-gold, orange, and lilac toning. Nicely struck with minor blending on Liberty's hair and the left ribbon. Silver coins were valued above face in 1851, which undoubtedly contributes to the conditional rarity. Encased in an early generation holder. Census: 10 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Jascha Heifetz Collection (Superior, 10/1989), lot 3550.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

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1853 10C No Arrows MS64 PCGS. Golden-russet and apple-green patina enriches this intricately struck and unmarked near-Gem. The consignor believes the present coin originated from the Herbert M. Bergen Collection, which was auctioned by Kreisberg & Cohen in October 1979. Certified in a green label holder.
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

126

1853 10C No Arrows MS67 PCGS. This low mintage variety is scarce in all grades, and although it is occasionally seen in lower mint state grades, Superb Gem examples are certainly few and far between. The example offered here possesses lustrous silver-gray surfaces visited by light champagne patina. The design features are well impressed throughout. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 4 in 67, 4 finer (3/09).
Ex: San Francisco ANA Signature (Heritage, 7/05), lot 5833.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1854-O 10C Arrows MS65 PCGS. Although production of this second-year Arrows O-mint approached 1.8 million pieces, Mint State survivors are several times scarcer than their Philadelphia counterpart. This unusually well preserved example displays splashes of turquoise and russet toning on each side. A series of die cracks about the obverse periphery culminates in a heavy break connecting the 1 in the date to the left arrow. Population: 8 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

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1856-S 10C MS63 PCGS. The 1856-S, with a mintage of only 70,000 pieces is scarce in all grades and rare above Very Fine (Brian Greer, 1992). PCGS and NGC have graded only ten coins in Mint State. The lustrous silver-gray surfaces of this Select example exhibit nicely struck design elements. A handful of minute marks limits the grade. Population: 4 in 63, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

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1858-O 10C MS66 NGC. The 1858-O is a scarce date overall, despite the 290,000-piece mintage. Brian Greer, in The Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Dimes, writes that this issue is "softly struck at the head, breast, leaves, and the bow knot. Attractive fully struck examples can be located with some patience. Mint State pieces usually do not show strong luster."
The Premium Gem specimen offered here does not fit the profile Greer outlines. The strike was well executed, as evidenced by crispness on all of the design elements, including those mentioned above. Moreover, the essentially untoned satiny surfaces exhibit pleasing luster. A couple of barely discernible luster grazes in the right obverse field are all that preclude an even higher grade. A truly exceptional 1858-O. Census: 2 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1859 10C MS65 NGC. Lustrous surfaces reveal whispers of light tan-gold, slightly more noticeable on the reverse. A few areas of localized weakness are noted on the design elements. Nicely preserved. Census: 28 in 65, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1859 10C MS67 PCGS. The 1859 is common in lower grades but quite challenging above VF, and scarce in the better grades of Uncirculated. PCGS and NGC have certified fewer than 30 pieces at the Superb Gem grade level, the condition of the example in this lot, and a mere two specimens finer. The surfaces are nearly untoned and virtually pristine, and the devices are sharply struck and fully detailed, which is unusual for this often weakly struck date. Population: 11 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1862 10C MS66 PCGS. Delicate canary-yellow and tan shadings visit parts of the otherwise soft silver-gray surfaces. A well struck and attractive Premium Gem example of this Civil War-era issue. Population: 13 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

133

1862 10C MS67 NGC. From a modest mintage of 847,550 pieces, Brian Greer estimates the 1862 Seated Liberty dime is R.3 in Mint State grades. The present specimen features carefully preserved surfaces, accented by delightful shades of crimson and lilac toning. NGC has graded only one specimen (the present coin) at the Superb Gem level, with none finer, while PCGS has certified two examples in MS67, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

134

1865 10C MS63 NGC. This Civil War-ending issue of 10,000 pieces is rare in all grades. Dappled purple and sea-green patina gathers near the borders. Boldly struck and nicely preserved, with a couple of shallow marks on the upper right obverse field. Census: 9 in 63, 28 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1866 10C MS66 NGC. An elusive Mint State example, and one of only 8,000 pieces produced. Few business strikes survive today, especially in high grades. This specimen is deeply and originally toned on the obverse and reverse in electric-blue, golden-gray, and purple-red shades. The striking details are bold throughout, and both sides of the coin are free of significant blemishes. Interestingly, both proof and Mint State 1866 dimes were struck from the same dies. Census: 6 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

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1867 10C MS62 Prooflike NGC. Each side of this minimally toned example is strongly mirrored and flashy. Detailed and appealing with only a few shallow abrasions on each side precluding a finer designation.(Registry values: N1793)

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1869 10C MS67 NGC. A blush of amber-gold at the obverse rims, deepening to mint-green near the date, complements the brilliant silver centers and radiant, reflective luster present on this Superb Gem. Neither side shows any singular distractions, just a bold strike and excellent eye appeal. A scarce issue, despite the moderate mintage of a bit more than a quarter-million coins. Census: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

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1873 10C Arrows MS66 NGC. Unlike with the 1853 and 1854 Arrows dimes, which were hubbed, the 1873 Arrows dimes had the arrows manually punched into the dies, leading to variations in size and placement. This piece shows the left arrow somewhat smaller than the right. Silver, satiny surfaces show no hint of color, but there is good field-device contrast. Brilliant luster radiates from both sides. A nice type coin, and among the finest certified at both services. Census: 4 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

139

1874-S 10C Arrows MS66 NGC. Throughout the various series of U.S. coins, certain issues have become known as condition rarities. This term refers to a relatively common coin that is rare or even extremely rare when above a certain grade level. Such is the case with this 1874-S Seated Liberty dime. As a date, 1874-S is a scarce issue from a mintage of 240,000 coins. In Gem quality the issue is extremely rare, and the present coin is one of the best that has been certified. The surfaces have frosty luster with pale champagne toning. A planchet flake is noted in the right obverse field, this mentioned only as a future identifier. The reverse has several light die cracks through the wreath. Census: 3 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2005), lot 5772; Heritage (8/2006), lot 5142.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

140

1875-CC 10C Mintmark Below Bow MS66 NGC. The reverse dies received at Carson City for the 1875 dimes had to have their mintmark added before coinage could begin. Some dies had the mintmark placed inside the wreath, and others had the mintmark placed below the wreath. This Premium Gem will satisfy nearly any specialist. Census: 0 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

141

1876 10C MS66 NGC. Type Two Reverse. This flashy Gem appears brilliant save for wisps of pale tan on the left reverse border. There are no remotely mentionable marks, and the strike is good despite some blending on the cap and Liberty's hair. Census: 23 in 66, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

142

1876 10C MS67 NGC. Type One Reverse. The mintage for this year was a generous 11.45 million pieces, and this was also the year that silver, gold, and paper money all circulated at par for the first time since before the Civil War. Most silver circulated rather than being hoarded, and accordingly despite the large mintage there are precious few surviving so fine. This piece offers frosty silver surfaces with a glint of gold on both sides, and there are no singular abrasions. Broken S(TATES), bold date, and numerous wispy die cracks at the peripheries on each side. Census: 6 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2008), lot 91.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

143

1876-CC 10C MS67 PCGS. Type One Reverse. The attributes that make this coin a Superb Gem include untoned snow-white surfaces with a thick layer of shimmering mint frost over each side, consistently sharp details, and near-perfect preservation. It was produced from lightly rusted dies. It is difficult to imagine a finer example of this Carson City date. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

144

1877-S 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Fortin-101 with light repunching on the 18 in the date. Potent luster sweeps this splendidly smooth Gem. Hints of autumn-gold congregate near the rims. Population: 14 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

145

1879 10C MS67 PCGS. Whispers of frost visit the sharply struck devices of this Seated dime, while the shining, slightly flashy fields show occasional golden tints. Remarkable visual appeal for this low-mintage Philadelphia issue of just 14,000 pieces. Population: 21 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

146

1879 10C MS67 NGC. The 1879 dime had a low mintage of 14,000 business strikes. The partially prooflike fields of this Superb Gem offer mild contrast with the devices. An exacting strike delivers strong delineation to the design elements, and orange-gold peripheral toning displays accents of purple and blue on the reverse. Both sides are devoid of mentionable marks. Census: 27 in 67, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

147

1881 10C MS66 PCGS. With a mintage slightly under 25,000 business strikes, the 1881 dime is scarce in all grades. Frosty luster embraces both sides of this well struck MS66 specimen that displays just a few traces of tan-gold color on the reverse. A couple of minor luster grazes and scuffs probably preclude an even higher grade. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

148

1882 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Fortin-105. The 2 in the date is obviously repunched within the upper loop. Brilliant and beautiful with potent luster and a few faint mint-made clashmarks. A good strike despite the usual minor blending on the upper left portion of the wreath. Population: 30 in 66, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

149

1882 10C MS66 NGC. A beautifully clean, bright, brilliant Premium Gem, with shining silver surfaces that have a surprisingly mattelike texture in some of the fields. Faint clash marks are noted beneath ONE DIME. Simply an outstanding example. Census: 45 in 66, 28 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

150

1882 10C MS67 PCGS. This is a relatively common Seated dime issue, but not at the Superb Gem grade level. This piece sparkles and shines with remarkable mint luster over untoned silver-white surfaces. Boldly detailed overall with a few isolated areas of minor softness, and exquisitely preserved on each side. Population: 17 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

151

1882 10C MS67 NGC. Patches of aquamarine and deep steel-gray mingle with the silver-gray and gold toning that covers the rest of the surfaces. Splendid satiny luster accents the razor-sharp details. Scattered delicate die cracks are noted around the perimeter of this charming, conditionally scarce piece. Census: 26 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

152

1884 10C MS67 PCGS. Hints of gold toning grace this lustrous Superb Gem, but most observers would regard this dazzling example as brilliant. Both sides exhibit faint clash marks, but no abrasions of even remote consequence are found. Sharply struck and desirable. Population: 20 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

153

1886 10C MS65 ★ Prooflike NGC. Untoned prooflike fields establish noticeable contrast with the motifs of this lovely Gem. Well struck, except for the usual softness in the hair atop Liberty's head. Pleasingly preserved throughout. Census: 1 in 65 ★ Prooflike, none finer with both the Prooflike and Star designations (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

154

1887 10C MS66 NGC. This attractive, brilliant white specimen is well struck, except for minor softness in the upper reaches of the reverse wreath. Lustrous surfaces are virtually devoid of any significant marks. Census: 44 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

155

1887 10C MS68 ★ NGC. In the entire Seated dime series from 1837 to 1891, NGC has only certified 15 coins as MS68 ★ , only two finer MS69 pieces, and one MS69 ★ . PCGS has graded another 22 MS68 examples, but only one MS69. It seems safe to suggest that this beauty is one of the finest Seated dimes, regardless of date.
A few faint clash marks and die cracks are faintly visible. Both sides have exceptional mint frost with ivory luster, accented by peripheral lilac, sea-green, and gold. The strike is bold, and this dime presents exceptional aesthetic appeal. Census: 2 in 68 ★ , 0 finer (7/08).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

156

1889 10C MS67 PCGS. The blazing snow-white surfaces display a dazzling, frosty sheen on both sides. The striking details are uniformly bold throughout and excellent for the type. Faint die clash marks are noted in the fields, but distracting surface marks are entirely absent. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

157

1889-S 10C MS65 NGC. Small S variety. A scarce issue in Mint State, and seldom seen in Gem condition. This piece offers a slight tinge of gold near the peripheries, with blinding silver-white centers and enormous eye appeal. A piece that will never require upgrading, even assuming a finer piece can be found. Somewhat slightly struck on Liberty's head. Census: 6 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

158

1890 10C MS67 NGC. Magnificent honey-gold and ocean-blue toning alternates across this lustrous and well impressed Superb Gem. Simply an outstanding Seated type coin. Census: 8 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

159

1890 10C MS67 NGC. Intermittent orange peripheral toning contrasts with the brilliant centers. The surfaces have hardly any marks, though a few planchet flaws are noted within the wreath on the reverse. An exceptional opportunity for the discerning type collector. Census: 8 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

160

1891-O 10C MS67 PCGS. The New Orleans Mint resumed dime production in 1891, after a suspension period of 31 years. This is not a rare date (4.5 million pieces were produced), but high quality survivors are elusive and always in demand as the only readily obtainable O-mint dimes of the Legend Obverse type. This piece is satiny and fully bright. The strike is a little uneven on the wreath, but all other major features are well impressed. The surfaces are typically abrasion-free for the high assigned grade. Population: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

Proof Seated Dimes

161

1837 10C No Stars PR63 NGC. The Large Date variety, which has a flat top to the 3. It is estimated that around 30 proofs were struck of this issue. To date, 45 pieces have been certified in all grades by NGC and PCGS--calling into question either the original mintage estimate or the number of coins resubmitted (or possibly both). This is a lovely piece that is unquestionably a proof striking even without checking the proof diagnostics. The fields are deeply mirrored from rim to rim and the striking definition is complete in all areas. However, checking the diagnostics for proofs, the die spur is present over the first T in STATES, and the die scratch can easily be seen that runs through ES O.
Each side is brilliant and lightly hairlined. A horizontal lint mark is visible between the pole and Liberty's upper arm, and another extends from the field above Liberty's left (facing) arm across the forearm. A small abrasion left of the rock will help to identify the coin. Census: 5 in 63, 16 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

162

1855 10C Arrows PR64 NGC. Whether the number of 1855 Arrows proof dime survivors is closer to the two dozen projected by Walter Breen in his Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins or the 16 pieces certified by NGC and PCGS, few would dispute that this prewar proof issue is a genuine rarity. The near-Gem specimen offered displays light champagne and gold-gray patina, along with well struck devices. On the obverse, the date exhibits the repunching that has been known for years, as well as the more recently discovered doubling on Liberty's shield. Though a handful of hairlines in the fields preclude a Gem grade, the overall eye appeal of this dime cannot be denied. Census: 5 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

163

1857 10C PR64 Cameo PCGS. The 1857 proof dime is a scarce issue overall, and extremely rare in Cameo format. The fields on this near-Gem piece are deeply reflective with a significant overlay of frost on the devices which gives the coin its two-toned, cameo effect. Just the slightest hint of golden color is seen on each side, but the coin basically presents as brilliant. The design elements are exquisitely brought up. The diagnostic repunching is visible just below the flag of the 1 in the date. Population: 2 in 64 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

164

1858 10C PR65 NGC. One of the first generally available proof dime issues, the 1858 has a wide range of estimated mintages, from fewer than 100 specimens to the 300+ cited by the Guide Book. Whatever the actual production, few survivors match the preservation and raw visual appeal of this enticing Gem. Crisply struck, with brilliant surfaces on each side. A crescent of deeper russet-orange visits the lower right reverse. Census: 14 in 65, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

165

1868 10C PR65 PCGS. A low mintage proof with only 600 pieces struck. The bright, reflective fields enhance the lovely lime-green, powder-blue, and sun-gold toning. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 16 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

166

1871 10C PR65 Cameo NGC. Splendid contrast on both sides of this ice-white Gem verges on an Ultra Cameo designation. A couple of tiny contact marks in the left obverse field prevent a finer grade, but this piece offers tremendous appeal. Census: 6 in 65 Cameo, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

167

1873 10C Arrows PR67 Cameo NGC. Both sides of this Superb Gem proof have exceptional contrast and full mint brilliance with no indication of toning. The obverse and reverse fields are deeply mirrored. This piece represents the first of two years that saw arrows added to the obverse design. Census: 3 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

168

1874 10C Arrows PR64 PCGS. This sharply struck specimen has chestnut-gray toning. Encased in a green label holder. Although business strikes are plentiful, just 700 proofs were struck during the second and final year of the type. Population: 60 in 64, 26 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

169

1874 10C Arrows PR65 Cameo NGC. The untoned surfaces of this Gem display noticeable field-motif contrast, and a well executed strike leaves uniformly sharp definition over the design elements. A few inoffensive grade-consistent marks are not bothersome. The 1874 Arrows dime saw a mintage of 700 proofs. Census: 3 in 65 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

170

1875 10C PR66 NGC. Well struck with originally toned surfaces that show a variegated mixture of colors on both obverse and reverse, including a substantial swath of electric-blue toning near the borders. The fields remain nicely reflective, and offer some contrast with the motifs. We can report no distracting surface marks on either side of this gorgeous Premium Gem. Census: 15 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 12/2004), lot 5754.(Registry values: N1793)

171

1875 10C PR64 Ultra Cameo NGC. Stunning field-device contrast shows over both faces of this near-Gem proof, and untoned surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements. Light obverse handling marks preclude Gem status. Census: 2 in 64 Ultra Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

172

1880 10C PR67 NGC. Splendid gold, rose, purple, and electric-blue adorn the impressively preserved surfaces of this Superb Gem. Crisply struck with the expected sharpness of a proof. The business strikes of this date are scarce, which increases the degree of market pressure on proof examples. Census: 11 in 67, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

173

1880 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. The relatively small 1880 business strike mintage for this year (36,000 pieces) places additional pressure on proof examples (1,355 coins). This Superb Gem Cameo proof displays outstanding field-motif contrast. Its design elements are crisply struck, and both sides are untoned and impeccably preserved. Population: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

174

1881 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. Impressively contrasted with just a hint of golden toning over each side, this chiefly concentrated at the rims. A strongly mirrored Premium Gem with rich frost on the devices. Census: 9 in 66 Cameo, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

175

1881 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. An unsurpassable, well-mirrored specimen with frosty devices and hints of antique-golden patina at the margins on each side. This issue's low proof mintage of only 975 examples has long made it a favorite with collectors. Population: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

176

1882 10C PR67 ★ Cameo NGC. CAC. Mauve-red, electric-blue, and orange colors dominate this vividly toned Superb Gem. Meticulously struck with Cameo frost that is undeniable despite the dramatic toning. A gorgeous proof type coin, meritorious of an outstanding collection. NGC has graded just three numerically finer specimens (12/08).(Registry values: N2998)

177

1882 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Fortin-101. Repunching under the base of the 2, and a defect connects the upper ball of the 2 and the downstroke of that digit. Faint gold color occupies the reverse, while yielding just a wisp or two on the obverse. Frosty, sharply struck design elements stand above deeply mirrored fields. Both sides are very well cared for. From a mintage of 1,100 proofs. Population: 2 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

178

1883 10C PR65 NGC. CAC. Charmingly toned with liquid blue-green peripheral color surrounding fiery reddish-orange central patina. Carefully preserved and an entirely enjoyable Gem proof. Census: 44 in 65, 48 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

179

1883 10C PR65 Cameo NGC. Sharply struck and untoned, with mildly reflective fields and intense mint frost on the devices. The surfaces are well preserved, and a tiny mark just above Liberty's left (facing) elbow is the only minor detraction. Census: 10 in 65 Cameo, 19 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

180

1883 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. Intense mint frost thickly coats the devices on this untoned silver-white Superb Gem coin. The overall black-on-white appearance appears to verge on an Ultra Cameo designation, and perusal with a loupe reveals only a couple of stray lint marks and a tiny dotlike planchet flaw, all as made. Post-strike contact is minimal at best, save for a single tick on Liberty's cheek. Census: 9 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

181

1884 10C PR68 Cameo NGC. Frosty devices provide obvious white-on-black contrast. An exquisitely struck high grade specimen that is essentially brilliant save for a whisper of gold along the obverse margin. Near-pristine surfaces, and one of the finest survivors we have ever encountered, from a scant production of 875 proofs. Census: 3 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

182

1885 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. Heavily frosted devices stand out against mirrored fields, and the crisp delineation on all of the design elements further enhances the cameo contrast. Nearly untoned, except for a whisper of incipient gold color along the peripheries. Close examination reveals no mentionable marks. Census: 23 in 67 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

183

1885 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. A fair number of the 930 proof dimes minted in 1885 appear to have survived to the present day, including several examples with a Cameo finish. Superb Gem Cameos are challenging, however. A thin coat of light champagne-gold color covers both sides of the current offering, each of which displays stunning field-motif contrast. Sharply struck and nicely preserved. Population: 4 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

184

1886 10C PR65 PCGS. Liquid fields shimmer beneath translucent mint-green, blue, and violet patina. Pleasingly preserved and decisively struck. Population: 31 in 65, 24 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

185

1886 10C PR66 PCGS. Excellent definition with strong mirrors that shine through rich, multicolored toning. Gold, orange, rose, and green hues dominate. A lovely Premium Gem. Population: 19 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

186

1886 10C PR67 NGC. Rich crimson-red iridescence drapes much of each side, though there is deep cobalt-blue shadings at the rims. A boldly impressed and carefully preserved Superb Gem, praiseworthy in all respects. Census: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

187

1890 10C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Pale champagne-golden toning is seen over each side of this deeply reflective proof striking. The devices are noticeably frosted, which yields a considerable amount of contrast on each side. Nicely preserved throughout. Population: 8 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Barber Dimes

188

1892 10C MS66 PCGS. Soft cobalt-blue and beige-rose patina adorns the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem. A well executed strike imparts strong detail to the design features. A hair-thin mark is visible on the cheek. Population: 64 in 66, 9 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

189

1893 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. The untoned obverse fields and devices are framed by rich peripheral golden-brown toning. The reverse is autumn-gold with blushes of powder-blue and lilac across the border. A meticulously struck Premium Gem with immaculate fields and only faint grazes on the portrait. Population: 22 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 5/2005), lot 6598; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2009), lot 2206, which realized $2,760.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

190

1893-O 10C MS66 ★ NGC. The snow-white surfaces of this wonderful Premium Gem exhibit frosty luster and boldly struck design features. Mild field-motif contrast is evident when the coin is tilted slightly under a light source, especially on the reverse. Impeccably preserved, with just a couple of minute obverse grease-like spots. The 1893-O is a better date in all grades, and this particular piece is the only one given the coveted Star.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

191

1893-O 10C MS66 NGC. This brilliant and shimmering Premium Gem is nicely struck and nearly immaculate, with a few minuscule mint-made planchet flaws along the obverse border. The 1893-O is a scarcer issue in Mint State, courtesy of its lower mintage and its circulation prior to the popularity of collecting by mintmark. Opportunities to acquire examples above the MS65 grade level are few and far between. Census: 6 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

192

1893-O 10C MS67 NGC. Booming luster brightens this crisply struck and nearly mark-free Superb Gem. Medium russet-brown, aqua-green, and plum patina enriches the margins, more deeply on the reverse. A small mint-made strike-through resides left of the mintmark. The 1893-O is a better date in all grades, since the mintage was only 1,760,000 pieces. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

193

1893-S 10C MS65 PCGS. Whispers of light gold make occasional visits to the lustrous surfaces of this Gem S-mint representative, and a well executed strike brings out strong definition to the design features. A few grade-consistent marks are visible on Liberty's portrait. The '93-S is difficult to locate any finer. Population: 19 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

194

1895 10C MS66 PCGS. Both sides of the this Premium Gem dime are thickly and evenly coated with a frosty overlay of grayish patina and just a slight tinge of charcoal and gold. The strike is uniformly bold throughout. The only distraction is a tiny, hair-thin luster graze appearing on the cheek when the coin is tilted at a certain angle. While picayune, this minor annoyance appears to have limited an even finer grade. A key date in the Barber series, from a mintage of only 690,000 circulation strikes.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

195

1895-S 10C MS65 NGC. The 1895-S can be difficult to obtain in the better grades of Mint State. The MS65 specimen offered here displays frosty luster on essentially untoned surfaces, and a solid strike brings out crisp detail on the design features. A few trivial marks do not disturb in the least. Census: 4 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

196

1895-S 10C MS65 PCGS. The 1895-S dime is difficult to locate in Gem-quality grades, as can be determined by the PCGS/NGC population figures that show only 12 MS65 and finer examples having been certified. Dusky light gray patina with blushes of powder-blue occupies the lustrous surfaces of this Gem. Well struck throughout, and no significant contact marks. Population: 4 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

197

1896-S 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Just 575,056 pieces were originally minted of the 1896-S, one in a group of low mintage, conditionally challenging branch mint dimes from the 1890s. Only a small number of Mint State pieces survive, but those that do have a tendency to be Choice or finer. This silver Gem tinged with a hint of lilac does not disappoint, displaying a bold strike and full cartwheel luster. A few pinpoint marks appear under magnification between ONE and DIME on the reverse, but this piece nonetheless offers excellent eye appeal in a way that some other examples do not. A popular key issue for Barber dime collectors, and one of many difficult entries in this popular series. Population: 11 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

198

1896-S 10C MS66 Prooflike NGC. One of the most difficult S-mint Barber dimes, with a small number of Mint State survivors, and only two pieces currently certified as MS66 Prooflike by NGC, with none finer (2/09). Fully struck with lovely, variegated coloration in shades of pastel lilac, green, sky-blue, and gold; with some darker golden-brown toning near the reverse periphery. Well preserved and free of even the smallest distraction. Simply one of the finest-known survivors of this conditionally scarce San Francisco Mint issue.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

199

1897-S 10C MS66 PCGS. A fully struck Gem that is mostly white in color with a faint blush of light gold on the reverse. Highly lustrous with exceptional quality for this date and mint. Close examination will locate a few tiny ticks, but the surfaces are far better than one normally encounters, even for this lofty grade level. A great collector coin to put away and long enjoy. Population: 5 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

200

1898-O 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Even though the 1898-O mintage is more than 2 million pieces--the 1894-O through 1897-O issues all saw emissions under 1 million--it nonetheless continues the string as an elusive and rare O-mint coin in the higher Mint State grades. This piece displays good eye appeal, with silver-gray surfaces tinged with a bit of steel-gray on both sides, and a relative lack of distractions. The strike is soft on the upper headband and on the Es of ONE and DIME. Seldom seen finer. Population: 6 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

201

1898-S 10C MS66 NGC. The 1898 dime from San Francisco has the lowest mintage of the three mints producing this denomination in that year (1,702,507 pieces). Its scarcity is similar to that of the 1898-O, but for different reasons. According to Barber coinage authors David and John Feigenbaum (1999): "The 1898-S ... is not available today because much of the coinage of the San Francisco Mint that year was sent to the Philippines. Over the years, hoards of 1898-S ... coins have found their way back to the U.S., but these have largely consisted of cleaned EF and AU pieces. True unc's are very scarce."
Whispers of apple-green, golden-brown, and red patina concentrate at the borders of this radiantly lustrous Premium Gem, and a well executed strike brings out sharp definition on the design elements, leaving no hints of weakness. No marks of any consequence are visible on either side. Faint roller marks are noted on Liberty's cheek .Census: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

202

1899 10C MS66 PCGS. This is a gorgeous example with highly lustrous mint frost on each side, accented by peripheral sea-green and reddish-gold and central grayish-blue toning, the latter more evident on the reverse. Sharply defined, with just a couple of unobtrusive handling marks. Population: 15 in 66, 3 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

203

1899-S 10C MS66 PCGS. A sparkling white Premium Gem coin that comes alive when examined under a light, as the luster is so fresh and complete. Excellent surfaces are the rule for this grade, and here is a coin that won't disappoint the specialist. Fully struck and carefully handled since the time of issue, with no distracting ticks or marks worthy of note. Rare in Gem and higher grades. Population: 8 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

204

1900 10C MS67 PCGS. Ex: Duckor Collection. Peripheral apple-green patina transitions into bluish-violet and orange-gold, and an exacting strike imparts crisp definition to the design features. Frosty luster endows both sides, each of which has been impeccably preserved. This issue is available through the near-Gem level, but scarce to rare any finer. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

205

1900-O 10C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg Collection. The 1900-O ranks as another challenging acquisition in AU or higher grades for the set collector. It is seldom seen above Fine condition and definitely a rare item in Mint State, let alone an original Gem. This is a fully brilliant, snow-white Premium Gem example that is uncommonly well defined throughout including the legends, Liberty's head, and the detail on the wreath. There are no singularly mentionable marks or other identifiers on either side. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

206

1901-O 10C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Law Collection. A thin layer of golden-tan color covers this radiantly lustrous Premium Gem. The surfaces reveal minimal contact, and the strike is sharp. Some faint roller marks are visible on each side, as are light clash marks. Despite a generous mintage of 5,620,000 pieces, this date is rather scarce in Gem or higher grades. Population: 8 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

207

1902 10C MS66 NGC. Snow-white and lustrous with boldly struck devices, including excellent detail on the wreath. A few minute ticks on Liberty's cheek and in the adjacent fields keep this coin from an even higher grade. A highly appealing example for the specialist who demands outstanding quality. Census: 12 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

208

1902-O 10C MS64 PCGS. The bright surfaces of this near-Gem are essentially untoned. Relatively sharp definition is apparent on the design elements, save for minor softness on the lower wreath. Light grade-limiting marks are noted on the obverse. Population: 20 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

209

1902-O 10C MS66 NGC. Mostly white with a hint of tawny gold flecks around the reverse periphery. The strike is generally sharp, although we note a touch of weakness on the right obverse. A couple of tiny ticks on Liberty's face and one on the cap prevent a higher grade, but this satiny Gem will certainly attract considerable attention. One of the scarcest dates to find in upper Mint State grades, and worthy of the finest collection. Minor die clashing is seen within the reverse wreath. NGC and PCGS have graded four other pieces this high, with a single coin finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

210

1902-S 10C MS66 PCGS. Terrific luster and variegated, mottled green and russet patina are hallmarks of this flashy Premium Gem. Generally well struck, save for portions of the lower reverse wreath. Minimally marked on both sides. An appealing, conditionally scarce example of this early 20th-century Barber dime. Population: 10 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

211

1902-S 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Although it is a relatively plentiful S-Mint Barber dime with a mintage of more than 2 million coins, Gem or finer quality pieces rarely appear for sale. This boldly defined gray-brown example has splashes of iridescent toning, all over frosty silver luster. Population: 10 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

212

1902-S 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Medium golden-tan patina concentrates at the margins of this highly lustrous Premium Gem, leaving the central areas essentially brilliant. An exacting strike emboldens the design elements, and both sides have been well cared for. In sum, this piece generates great overall eye appeal. Population: 10 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

213

1903-S 10C MS65 PCGS. Always worth a premium because of its low mintage of only 613,300 pieces, seventh lowest in the series. This is a bright, shimmering example that is brilliant throughout. Each side shows slight evidence of die flow around the margins. Population: 8 in 65, 12 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

214

1903-S 10C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg-Richmond. If the pedigree does not tell it sufficiently loud, let us reaffirm both the elusive nature of this issue in so fine a grade, as well as the special appearance of this delightful example. Generous cartwheel luster radiates from each side of this silvery Premium Gem, with remarkably smooth and attractive surfaces. Only the most trivial evidence of contact is noted. NGC has certified eight pieces in MS66, with two finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

215

1904 10C MS66 PCGS. An attractive, lightly toned Premium Gem, with smooth, nearly blemish-free surfaces. A couple of small contact marks near the center reverse are barely worthy of mention. Well struck throughout. A high mintage issue that is surprisingly difficult in finer grades. Population: 8 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

216

1904-S 10C MS64 PCGS. Most specialists will agree that this issue is among the most elusive of all collectible Barber dimes. Just 800,000 of these were produced in San Francisco. High quality survivors are seldom encountered. A lightly toned and sharply struck example that displays satiny luster and a few tiny ticks. Population: 14 in 64, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

217

1904-S 10C MS66 NGC. The 1904-S is one of the more elusive later Barber dime issues in the higher Mint State grades. The minimally toned, beautifully preserved fields of this Premium Gem S-mint example host sharply struck and immensely appealing devices. Both sides are lightly frosted with pleasing luster. A trivial graze is noted on Liberty's cheek. From a mintage of only 800,000 pieces, this issue is virtually unobtainable any finer. Census: 1 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

218

1905 10C MS67 ★ NGC. A fantastic coin that revels in intense gold and green peripheral hues, with snow-white luster in the fields. Of course the surfaces are outstanding, with only the faintest signs of contact seen. Fully struck on the wreath, but a touch weak on the uppermost leaves in Liberty's crown. This is a strong contender for the finest known of the date. NGC and PCGS have graded four pieces this high, and none finer. This coin is an absolute keeper for the specialist, as few coins of any grade can compare with the vibrant colors seen here. It is the only 1905 circulation strike dime that has been given the NGC Star designation in any grade (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

219

1905-O 10C MS67 PCGS. This Superb Gem, among the finest of the date to survive, possesses a full strike, great luster, and gorgeous toning. The peripheries offer dark blue combined with copper-gold, while the centers are brilliant with satiny luster. It is a magnificent specimen for the specialist. Population: 6 in 67, none finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (1/2005), lot 4039.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

220

1906 10C MS67 PCGS. Blazing white luster with a blush of faint blue-silver across this formidable Superb Gem. The surfaces are splendid and reveal only faint hints of handling. The strike is decisive, aside from incompleteness on the 6 in the date. NGC and PCGS have graded a combined nine pieces this high, with none finer (3/09).
Ex: John C. Hugon Collection (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 4042, which realized $6,900.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

221

1906 10C MS67 NGC. A virtually brilliant Superb Gem blessed with potent luster and nearly immaculate preservation. This well struck dime will never require an upgrade. NGC and PCGS combined have graded just nine pieces, and neither major service has certified any finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

222

1906-O 10C MS67 ★ NGC. Lovely apple-green, gold, and rose toning endows this remarkable Superb Gem. The obverse has satiny luster, while the reverse is prooflike. The strike is penetrating, and the eye appeal is unimprovable. A lower mintage New Orleans issue. Census: 1 in 67 ★ , 1 finer as MS68 without a Star designation (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

223

1906-O 10C MS67 NGC. Highly lustrous and remarkably bold for a New Orleans issue, with great detail on Liberty's head and on the reverse wreath. Delicate peripheral lavender patina blends into gold-tan and sky-blue in the centers. Virtually unabraded. Census: 6 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

224

1906-S 10C MS66 PCGS. A strongly lustrous piece that appears deeply toned at first glance, though examination under a light reveals a nuanced melange of olive, green-gold, and orange toning. Well-defined with slightly watery fields. Population: 16 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

225

1907-D 10C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Duckor. In the Eliasberg catalog, Q. David Bowers noted the following: "Frosty luster. Warmly toned in intermingled shades of golden brown, gunmetal-blue, and pewter-gray. Somewhat scarcer than realized. A sleeper. In fact, in Mint State this is among the top dozen or so hardest issues to find. Keep your eye on this one." There is not a great deal that we can add to this concise description. The design elements on both sides are sharply rendered. In all Mint State grades, PCGS has only certified 40 examples of this date, the fifth lowest population within the entire series, and yet 42 issues have lower mintages.
The rarity of this issue has been explained by a story that a delivery wagon full of 1907-D Barber dimes and quarters tipped over, spilling a load of these coins in the Black Canyon, not far from Gunnison, Colorado. This is located in Southwestern Colorado, about half way between Colorado Springs and the Utah border. It is not known if this is a true story, but we can envision throngs of treasure hunters traveling to that location. Population: 5 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1996), lot 1289; 2006 FUN (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 1015.(Registry values: N4719)

226

1907-O 10C MS66 PCGS. This sharp New Orleans Mint issue displays radiantly lustrous surfaces toned in a delicate medley of apple-green, violet, sky-blue, and gold-orange. Well defined devices result from a better-than-average strike, and both sides have been impeccably preserved. Population: 12 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

227

1908 10C MS66 NGC. Bright, frosty luster graces both sides of this magnificent, sharply struck Barber dime. Its untoned surfaces reveal a few minor handling marks. Census: 8 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

228

1908 10C MS67 NGC. The 1908 Barber dime is an extremely high mintage issue, with more than 10 million produced, yet NGC and PCGS have only certified five coins as Superb Gems, with none finer. This MS67 piece is fully lustrous and brilliant with excellent design details. A few minor handling marks may preclude an even finer grade. Census: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

229

1908-S 10C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Pittman. The radiant silver surfaces are frosty and pleasing, but there is a hint of strike softness on the headband. A couple of small slide marks on the cheek that appear only under a loupe preclude an even finer grade. Certified in a green-label holder. Population: 22 in 65, 13 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

230

1909-D 10C MS66 PCGS. An overlooked issue, the 1909-D Barber dime is one that only series specialists realize was produced to the extent of only 954,000 business strikes. Whispers of light golden-tan visit this Premium Gem's frosty surfaces that are endowed with glowing luster. A well executed strike leaves bold detail on the design elements, and close examination reveals just a few minor handling marks on the portrait. This is a coin that any aficionado will long enjoy. Seldom offered higher than MS66. Population: 11 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

231

1909-O 10C MS64 PCGS. Both sides of this near-Gem display frosty luster and a sharp strike. The surfaces show a faint blush of gold toning and a few trivial hairlines on Liberty's cheek. Scarce and desirable for the date collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

232

1909-O 10C MS66 PCGS. The 1909-O is significant as the final dime issue from the storied New Orleans Mint, which first coined the denomination in 1838. This beautiful representative is untoned, lustrous and unabraded. The top of the wreath is slightly soft and ONE has minor strike-throughs, all as made. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 11 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

233

1911 10C MS67 NGC. A superlative example that is essentially mark-free, with thick, snow-white mint frost--a beautiful Superb Gem representative of the Barber dime and an obvious type coin candidate. The strike is boldly defined, and the surfaces offer no hint of even the palest patina. Census: 11 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

234

1911 10C MS68 ★ NGC. Remarkably toned in jade-green, ruby-red, magenta, steel-gray, and golden-brown colors. This lustrous and meticulously struck Superb Gem is refreshingly void of contact. Even the cheek and neck are uncommonly smooth. The 1911 is readily available in most Mint State grades, but quite rare in this lofty level of preservation with the coveted Star. Census: 2 in 68 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

235

1911-D 10C MS67 NGC. Both sides of this Superb Gem are essentially untoned and richly frosted. The strike is sharp, and the surfaces show smooth quality throughout. A couple of trivial marks on Liberty's neck are mentioned for complete accuracy. From a generous mintage of more than 11 million coins, the 1911-D can be had in most Uncirculated grades, but is rare at this lofty level. Census: 6 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

236

1911-S 10C MS68 NGC. While not particularly scarce in circulated grades, as one might expect from an issue of more than 3.5 million pieces, and not even too difficult to obtain through MS66, this 1911-S Barber dime is in a whole different stratosphere gradewise. The coin is almost fully brilliant and displays pinpoint sharpness over semireflective surfaces. Two small toning flecks make it easy to identify, one below the first T in STATES and the other immediately to the left of the lower loop of the S mintmark. It stands alone as the only MS68 certified by either NGC or PCGS (3/09), a coin any collector would be proud to own and display.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

237

1912 10C MS67 PCGS. A radiant white coin that boasts not only a sharp strike but Superb quality surfaces. Rarely are Barber dimes of any date found so well preserved, and this coin has scarcely a nick or mark anywhere to be found. One tiny speck is seen near the rim between ED of UNITED. If you demand bright, untoned Gems, then here is one to consider adding to your collection. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

238

1912-D 10C MS66 PCGS. Well struck throughout, and seemingly pristine on the reverse with amber and olive coloration mostly situated around the rims. The obverse shows similar coloration, though slightly lighter in shades. A mark is visible on the lower left of Liberty's cap and another on the D of UNITED. Population: 18 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

239

1912-S 10C MS67 NGC. Ex: Duckor. While the 1912-S is not an issue that immediately springs to mind at the forefront of Barber dime rarities, at the Superb Gem level examples are seldom seen. The marvelous John C. Hugon Collection (Heritage, 1/2005, lot 4066) contained "only" an MS66 example of the issue. The present piece is brilliant silver-white, remarkably bright throughout with semiprooflike fields. Both sides show a few scattered dark speckles of color, but magnification is required to discern them. A near-flawless coin, perfect for a type, date, or complete Registry Set. Census: 1 in 67, 0 finer (2/09). (One MS67 Prooflike is certified at NGC.)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

240

1913-S 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. As with its quarter counterpart, the 1913-S dime is among the lowest-mintage issues for its series, though its production was significantly higher, at just over half a million pieces. Whispers of silver-blue and champagne patina drape the shining surfaces of this elegant Premium Gem. Exceptional visual appeal and preservation. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 17 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

241

1913-S 10C MS67 PCGS. A scarcer date in all grades and, because of its low mintage (510,000 pieces) and ties to the 1913-S quarter, it is much in demand by collectors. However, there are more Uncirculated pieces known than one might expect, because the issue was hoarded (Walter Breen, 1988, p. 326). The bright mint luster is faintly complemented by subtle golden patina. Sharply struck throughout; only a single tiny mark is seen under the I and M of DIME in the reverse field. A rock-solid Superb Gem of this scarcer issue. Population: 4 in 67, none finer at either service (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

242

1914-S 10C MS66 PCGS. A stone-white and completely brilliant piece, this charming coin would likely garner an even finer grade were it not for a couple of nearly imperceptible marks on Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse offers moderate cameo contrast, and both sides are boldly struck. A nearly unimprovable coin. Difficult to acquire in the better grades of Mint State. Population: 11 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Barber Dimes

243

1892 10C PR65 PCGS. The frosty design elements of this Gem proof stand out against the reflective fields. Essentially untoned surfaces are nicely preserved. Population: 47 in 65, 41 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

244

1892 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. This first year of Barber dime mintage saw a high production of proofs (1,245 pieces). As might be expected, a large number have survived to the present day. Few, however, can compare to this marvelous Superb Gem with stunning cameo surfaces. Both sides are untoned, exquisitely struck, and impeccably preserved. Population: 4 in 67 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

245

1893 10C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. A meticulously struck Superb Gem with decidedly frosty devices and barely a trace of gold patina. The proof production of 792 pieces is substantially smaller than the initial 1892 proof mintage, presumably due to reduced collector enthusiasm for the second year of the Barber type. Population: 2 in 67 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

246

1894 10C PR65 PCGS. Boldly struck with moderate mirrors enlivening the silver-white fields. A lovely and carefully preserved Gem proof example of this earlier Barber dime issue.(Registry values: N1793)

247

1894 10C PR66 PCGS. Boldly impressed with elegant patina, violet, blue, and pink-gold with occasional lilac accents. A charming Premium Gem proof from this earlier Barber dime issue. Population: 29 in 66, 21 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

248

1894 10C PR67 ★ NGC. CAC. The obverse of this gorgeous Superb proof displays a medley of cobalt-blue, purple, yellow-gold, and aqua patination, ceding to bluish-purple and yellow-gold on the reverse. A well executed strike leaves the design elements virtually complete, and both sides reveal superior, impeccably preserved surfaces. Census: 2 in 67 ★ , 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

249

1894 10C PR66 Cameo PCGS. The 1894 proof is readily available in non cameo format, and even in the lower levels of cameo. Premium Gem and better Cameos, however, are much more difficult to acquire. This glittering-white proof representative displays appealing contrast between the glassy fields and the chalky central devices. A well executed strike emboldens the design elements, and both surfaces have been well cared for. Population: 12 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

250

1895 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. A needle-sharp Premium Gem with irrefutable contrast between the frosty devices and the darkly reflective fields. Pristine aside from a couple of light handling marks on the portrait. Census: 17 in 66 Cameo, 13 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

251

1895 10C PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. A meticulously struck Premium Gem, the radiant snow-white devices deliver exceptional contrast with the profoundly reflective fields. A trace of chestnut color visits the latter. With a stingy 880 proofs struck, demand for these pieces is high since its low mintage business strike counterpart is relatively difficult to acquire. Population: 2 in 66 Deep Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

252

1896 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. Exquisitely struck frosty devices appear to be suspended over the deep watery fields of this Premium Gem. Untoned surfaces are nearly pristine. High magnification reveals an intermingling of faint die polish lines and hairlines on the cheek and neck. Census: 15 in 66 Cameo, 11 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

253

1897 10C PR66 PCGS. The dusky green-gold and turquoise patina that graces both sides of this earlier Barber proof dime is thin enough to show the coin's excellent reflectivity. Sharply struck with great eye appeal. Population: 27 in 66, 19 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

254

1897 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher Collection. A fully struck specimen, the devices are decidedly frosted and appear to approach the Deep Cameo designation. Exquisitely struck and immaculately preserved. The mintage of 731 pieces is the lowest of the series prior to 1904, not including the 1894-S rarity. Population: 10 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

255

1897 10C PR65 Ultra Cameo NGC. We can confidently say that few proof Barber dimes will measure up to the Ultra Cameo effect shown on this magnificent Gem example. Gleaming silver-white mirrors show only a few wisps of cloud-white patina, and the snowy devices are richly textured and crisply struck. Census: 1 in 65 Ultra Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

256

1898 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. A gorgeous Superb Gem Cameo proof, this piece has extraordinary eye appeal stemming from the light ivory centers and peripheral rainbow toning. The design elements are boldly defined and the field to device contrast is excellent. Census: 23 in 67 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

257

1898 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Although not a particularly rare date in an absolute sense, few proof 1898 dimes have survived with surfaces as smooth as those of the present PR67 Cameo representative. Both sides are well frosted over the devices, with deep glassy fields. A brilliant, snow-white appearance greets the viewer, although a bit of smoky haze is discernible on the reverse under close examination. Population: 6 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

258

1898 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. Ex: BRS Legacy Collection. Occasional slivers of blue, purple, and gold-brown patina at the borders frame the cameoed surfaces of this lovely Superb Gem dime. The pristine surfaces are also fully struck. A phenomenal type coin from this well-produced year in all denominations. Census: 23 in 67 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

259

1899 10C PR67 NGC. CAC. Attractively toned with aquamarine centers framed by cherry-red margins. Pinpoint-sharp and splendidly void of contact. A more colorful specimen can hardly be imagined. One for the connoisseur of patinated coinage. A scant 846 proofs were struck. Census: 29 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

260

1899 10C PR65 Cameo NGC. Excellent field-motif variance is seen on both sides of this sharply struck Gem. Dapples of light tan-gold visit the reverse. This is a nicely preserved coin. Census: 5 in 65 Cameo, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

261

1900 10C PR66 PCGS. Sage, gold, heather, and reddish-orange shadings visit each side of this turn-of-the-century Premium Gem. Boldly impressed and strongly reflective beneath the toning. Population: 22 in 66, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

262

1906 10C PR65 PCGS. CAC. Delicate green-gold peripheral toning cedes to deeper blue and violet at the centers. A colorful Gem proof that offers great eye appeal. Population: 24 in 65, 30 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

263

1910 10C PR67 PCGS. CAC. The 1910 proof dime has a relatively low mintage of 551 pieces, though Walter Breen (1977) wrote that: " ... several hoards exist." Many have since been dispersed and now appear in the certified population data. The Superb Gem offered here yields a coat of light tan-gold color on the obverse, and iridescent cobalt-blue on the reverse. Immaculately preserved surfaces exhibit exquisitely struck design elements. Housed in a green-label holder. Population: 7 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

264

1911 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. Completely untoned and sharply struck with unusually crisp variance between the fields and devices. In fact, we are a little surprised that this did not receive the coveted Ultra Cameo designation from NGC. Both sides are impeccably preserved. Census: 6 in 66 Cameo, 13 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

265

1911 10C PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. Amazing silver luster appears on the heavily frosted design motifs of this brilliant Superb Gem Ultra Cameo proof. All of the intricate design elements are boldly detailed on both sides, bringing out the beauty of the Charles Barber design. This amazing, untoned piece is the only PR68 Ultra Cameo that NGC has certified, with no comparable pieces graded by PCGS.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

266

1914 10C PR65 Cameo PCGS. A thin veil of champagne-gold color rests on both sides, and a powerful strike lends crisp delineation to the design features. Impeccably preserved surfaces display remarkable cameo contrast. Population: 9 in 65 Cameo, 3 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

267

1915 10C PR65 PCGS. A full Gem with nearly uniformly reflective surfaces that show only a bit of light frosting on the devices. Gently toned in molted russet shades. Just 450 pieces were struck of this final year proof issue, making it one of the scarcer proof Barber dimes. Population: 14 in 65, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Mercury Dimes

268

1916 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. The first-year 1916 Mercury dime was saved, but as the grade advances upward to approach technical perfection, the number of high grade candidates dwindles dramatically. Offered here is one of the few that was deemed worthy at the major grading services. Its nearly brilliant surfaces offer vibrant luster and impeccable smoothness. Faint die clashing is noticed at the base of the reverse. Population: 8 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Stephen and Dianne Stokely Collection (Heritage, 7/2003), lot 6651, which realized $4,140.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

269

1916-D 10C VG8 ANACS. Ice-blue, cream-gray, and peach iridescence adorns this problem-free key date dime. The mintmark, date, and all other legends are bold. Traces of fasces and wing detail remain.(Registry values: N1)

270

1916-D 10C Fine 12 PCGS. Rich gunmetal-gray toning blankets this mid-grade key date dime. The fasces show substantial definition, and all border details are bold. The majority of '16-D examples grade AG to VG.(Registry values: N1)

271

1916-D 10C VF20 PCGS. A lovely midrange representative of this ever-popular first-year Mercury dime key, light silver-gray in the fields with deepening close to the devices and a touch of gold near the rims. Despite moderate wear, this piece shows few marks from the time it spent in circulation, making it optimal as the cornerstone for a similarly graded date set.(Registry values: N1793)

272

1916-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. The famous 1916-D gets all the glory, but the 1916-S is also significantly rare at the MS67 level, probably because mint rolls were not generally set aside until the 1930s. This lustrous and stone-white Superb Gem is essentially immaculate, and the strike is full save for the top of the lower diagonal fasces band. The all-important central bands are needle-sharp. NGC and PCGS combined have graded 20 pieces as MS67 Full Bands, with none finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 7/2006), lot 701, which realized $16,100.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

273

1917 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Dashes of tawny-gold toning enrich this assertively struck and immaculate Superb Gem. Awash in luster and among the finest examples of its ilk. The 1917 is available in Mint State, but examples of the present quality are rarely encountered. Population: 13 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

274

1917-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. This second-year issue was little saved, and Gems with any degree of definition are elusive. Full Bands Gems such as the present coin approach condition rarity status. The carefully preserved devices are boldly struck throughout, and splashes of gold and peach patina are lightly draped over the powerfully lustrous fields. Population: 34 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

275

1917-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Kritzman. An eye-catching example of this earlier issue with intense, booming luster throughout. The legends that frame the perimeter are pleasingly well struck, without a single visible trace of weakness, and the central devices are uniformly bold and fully detailed. Outstanding eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

276

1917-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. The vast majority of 1917-S dimes quickly entered into the channels of commerce, but this lightly toned and lustrous Superb Gem remains essentially pristine. The central bands display full definition. Population: 10 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Stephen and Dianne Stokely Collection (Heritage, 7/2003), lot 6657, which realized $5,405.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

277

1918 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. A difficult early P-mint dime to locate in high grade. This is a superlative example that has creamy-white surfaces and no abrasions to interrupt the flow of luster. Brilliant and fully struck throughout with virtually none of the peripheral weakness often seen on this issue. Population: 36 in 66 Full Bands, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

278

1919 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Largely brilliant silver-white with hints of peach and full mint frost. The strike is bold and the surfaces are carefully preserved. PCGS has graded only nine finer Full Bands coins (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

279

1919-D 10C MS63 Full Bands PCGS. A solid strike on this Select dime manifests itself not only in Full Bands, but in strong definition on the remaining design elements, including those on the peripheries; the latter are commonly weak on this issue (David Lange, 2005). A veneer of champagne-gold patina adheres to the lustrous surfaces. An occasional minor handling mark helps limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

280

1920 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. This example is frosty and essentially mark-free. Light, even caramel-gold toning confirms the originality. All fasces elements are bold. Population: 13 in 67 Full Bands, none finer (3/09).
Ex: Larry Shapiro #1 All-Time Finest Mercury Dimes Full Bands Basic PCGS Registry Set, (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 1878, which realized $4,168.75.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

281

1920 10C MS68 Full Bands NGC. The obverse of this impeccably preserved example is coated in deep olive and rose toning while burnt-gold and steel-blue shades are confined to the right side of the reverse. Both the originality and technical merits of this early P-mint are unimprovable with only one other piece certified at this lofty level and none finer at either service (5/08).(Registry values: N2998)

282

1920-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Mercury dimes assigned the Full Bands designation are among the most popular 20th century coinage issues. The earlier branch mint issues are elusive and highly desirable. The present Premium Gem, with its fully brilliant silver surfaces and bold design motifs, is just such a piece, a condition rarity in the series. Population: 13 in 66 Full Bands, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

283

1920-D 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. The 1920-D dime has a mintage of 19.171 million pieces. David Lange writes of this issue in The Complete Guide to Mercury Dimes that: "Although common in all grades, the population of gem pieces is hampered by striking problem(s). Coins having full bands are available for a price." Superb Gems with Full Bands, however, are far more elusive. This near-brilliant example, boldly impressed and carefully preserved, is one of just two MS67 Full Bands coins graded by NGC, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

284

1920-S 10C MS65 Full Bands NGC. A stone-white beauty with dynamic cartwheel luster and full central striking details. The letters near the rims display a hint of the fade-out often seen, due to convex dies. Carefully preserved and surprisingly scarce in better Mint State grades. Census: 17 in 65 Full Bands, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

285

1920-S 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. The 1920-S dime is scarce in Mint State. Splashes of violet, forest-green, and deep blue patina adorn the obverse, while the reverse is mostly burnt-orange and champagne-silver with purple and blue accents. The design elements are exquisitely struck and the lustrous surfaces have been well cared for. Population: 25 in 65 Full Bands, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

286

1921 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Lightly toned and lustrous with remarkably smooth fields and a crisp strike. An important addition to a matched set of Mercury dimes. The 1921 has long been a collector favorite, due to its tantalizingly low mintage of 1.23 million pieces. Population: 37 in 66 Full Bands, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

287

1921 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. CAC. Both sides of this lovely key-date Mercury dime have brilliant and frosty silver luster with faint champagne toning. As suggested by the Full Bands designation, all of the obverse and reverse design details are sharp. An extremely important opportunity is presented to the Set Registry collector, as PCGS has only certified two finer examples. Population: 37 in 66 Full Bands, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

288

1921-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Just over 1 million pieces were struck of the 1921-D dime, and it has always been a highly sought-after key date. The present coin boasts thick mint luster and is brilliant throughout. The central reverse bands are well defined, but the lettering on each side shows the fadeaway usually encountered on this type. Population: 15 in 66 Full Bands, none finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 6361, which realized $9,775.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

289

1923 10C MS68 Full Bands NGC. Richly frosted and essentially brilliant. This sharply defined piece shows complete definition on the 3 in the date, and the familiar die crack is present from the wingtip to the rim. A magnificent 1923 and a candidate for one of the finest sets of Mercury dimes. Census: 1 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

290

1923-S 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. A glimpse or two of golden toning graces this lustrous and meticulously struck Gem. From a relatively low mintage of 6.44 million pieces and conditionally scarce as well, since few collectors set aside examples until several years after its production. Population: 32 in 65 Full Bands, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

291

1924 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. Perhaps the ultimate 1924 Mercury dime, despite a single finer example certified by NGC. All design elements are fully struck, and the surfaces have outstanding white frosty mint luster. A few minuscule reverse ticks preclude an even higher grade. Census: 12 in 67 Full Bands, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

292

1924 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. A hint of golden patina denies full brilliance, but the coruscating surfaces display only minimal grazes. The obverse field exhibits delicate die polish lines. The strike is needle-sharp throughout. A pleasing example, and one of a mere handful to attain this lofty status. Population: 11 in 67 Full Bands, none finer (3/09).
Ex: Larry Shapiro #1 All-Time Finest Mercury Dimes Full Bands Basic PCGS Registry Set (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 1885.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

293

1924-D 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. Crisply struck with vibrant luster and a touch of rose patina in the fields. The remainder of this well-preserved piece is silver-white. Only a handful of Superb Gems are known to collectors, and precious few of those have the sharpness of strike to be called Full Bands. Census: 6 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

294

1925 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. This is a brilliant example that has light, swirling die polish lines in the fields, but no obvious post-striking impairments. The band definition is especially pronounced on this exceptional, high-end coin. Population: 27 in 66 Full Bands, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 5/2006), lot 1202, which realized $3,737.50.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

295

1925 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro Registry Set. A sparkling white coin that boasts blazing luster throughout and a sharp strike. One tiny tick on Liberty's jaw and a couple of trivial disturbances in the fields prevent a higher grade. The date exhibits strike doubling, with partial digits below the primary ones. Population: 27 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

296

1925-S 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. The 1925-S dime is known for being severely deficient in strike. The current Full Bands Gem exhibits better-than-average definition on the remaining design elements. Only the tops of the peripheral lettering on the upper right reverse reveal the usually-seen softness. Splashes of multicolored toning occasional visit the highly lustrous, nicely preserved surfaces. Population: 58 in 65 Full Bands, 20 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

297

1925-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Kritzman. David Lange's The Complete Guide to Mercury Dimes contains the following telling passage: "In the opinion of the author and many others, 1925-S holds the record for most poorly made date in the series." Full Bands examples such as the present Premium Gem are uncommon treasures. Brightly lustrous surfaces are essentially silver-white with just a hint of gold. Population: 16 in 66 Full Bands, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

298

1926 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. A beautiful Superb Gem with exemplary luster and a precise strike. Brilliant aside from a few tiny freckles of deep gray near 8 o'clock on the reverse border. Outstanding quality for this issue from the Roaring Twenties. Population: 15 in 67 Full Bands, none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

299

1926 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. This is the first year of the Mercury dime series in which the 6 and 9 in the date are nearly closed. The present specimen has satiny luster on both sides. The obverse is essentially pristine, even under a loupe, while perusal of the reverse uncovers a couple of trivial ticks on the fasces and fields. A scarcer P-mint issue in Superb Gem Full Bands condition than the healthy mintage in excess of 32 million pieces would indicate. Population: 15 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

300

1926-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. Hints of ice-blue and champagne-gold grace the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this remarkable Gem dime. An exacting strike leaves crisp definition on the motifs, and a couple of unobtrusive reverse marks may well prevent an even finer grade. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 79 in 65 Full Bands, 20 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

301

1926-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. Premium Gem sharply struck 1926-D dimes are very elusive and this is one of the finer ones we have seen in some time. The surfaces have a satiny texture and there is a pleasing light lavender patina on both sides. Sharply struck in all areas including the upper and lower bands on the fasces and showing only the slightest fadeaway at the rims. As such this is quite a rare coin and one sure to interest the dime specialist. Population: 17 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

302

1927 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. A beautifully toned Superb Gem coin that boasts strong eye appeal and a bold strike. The obverse toning ranges through speckled blue to gold, while the reverse shows desirable deep crimson, yellow and blue near the rims, with lighter gold toward the center. The combined NGC and PCGS population reports show a total of 23 graded this high, with none seen finer by either service (3/09). With so much eye appeal and colorful toning, this coin certainly is one of the finer known.(Registry values: N1793)

303

1927-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. The 1927-D is quite scarce in Mint State. Hints of light gold are apparent on the lustrous surfaces of this Gem, and a well directed strike imparts strong definition to the design features. A couple of grade-consistent reverse marks do not disturb. Population: 33 in 65 Full Bands, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

304

1928 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Fully lustrous surfaces exhibit hints of light gold color under magnification, and a well executed strike culminates in Full Bands. Nicely preserved throughout. Population: 24 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

305

1928 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. This is a bright, highly lustrous example that displays dappled light tan and cobalt-blue patina. A pleasing and attractive example that is seen here at the pinnacle of preservation for the issue. Population: 24 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

306

1928-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. The deep luster is frosty on both sides of this pristine and virtually untoned Premium Gem. This issue is difficult to find with fully split central bands, as seen here, and this piece is one of only 15 coins so graded at PCGS, with just three coins finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 5/2006), lot 1220, which realized $7,475.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

307

1928-S 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. Light golden-tan, violet, and yellow-green patina rests on the highly lustrous surfaces of this exquisitely struck Gem. Minor rim marks are virtually concealed within the green label holder. Population: 59 in 65 Full Bands, 35 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

308

1929 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. A brilliant and flashy Superb Gem with virtually flawless surfaces and a needle-sharp strike. A few hints of gold color are visible in the reverse fields. The luster exhibited by this piece is incredible. Population: 49 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N1793)

309

1929 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Boldly impressed with vibrantly lustrous surfaces that show a hint of satin. Faint silver-blue color overall with touches of green-gold near the rims. Population: 49 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

310

1929 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. Well struck with satiny luster, a small amount of speckled patina on each side, and exquisitely preserved, virtually pristine surfaces. The last of the high mintage issues before the onset of the Great Depression, the 1929 is a popular coin among high quality type collectors. Population: 49 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

311

1929-D 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. Brilliant surfaces exhibit dazzling luster and sharply struck design features, resulting in Full Bands designation. The surfaces are exceptionally well preserved throughout. A small planchet anomaly on the rim below the 9 of the date is mentioned solely for accuracy. Census: 1 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

312

1929-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. A brilliant and gorgeous Superb Gem that boasts dazzling luster and an intricate strike throughout the major devices. A few of the peripheral letters show a trace of softness. Essentially pristine, and highly desirable. Population: 26 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

313

1930 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Light silver-gold toning graces this lustrous and undisturbed Superb Gem. The strike is intricate on the all-important central bands, and the peripheral legends are generally sharp as well. Although the Great Depression was in its early stages, mintages were already affected. The 1929 had nearly four times the production of the 1930. Population: 12 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

314

1931 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Subtle gold and lavender peripheral notes accent the satiny silver-gray of the centers. This carefully preserved Superb Gem boasts razor-sharp striking definition and undeniable eye appeal. A lower-mintage issue that is a rarity so fine; PCGS has graded only 11 Full Bands examples at this level and none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

315

1931-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Pastels of powder-blue, gold, and lavender adhere to the lustrous surfaces of this gorgeous Superb Gem. An impressive strike has imparted full middle bands, as well as bold diagonal ones. Impeccably preserved with flawless eye appeal. Population: 41 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

316

1931-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Scheppman Collection. A tougher date from a small mintage of 1.2 million pieces. Pastel steel-blue and apricot hues enhance this lustrous and sharply struck Superb Gem. Close scrutiny reinforces first impressions of magnificent preservation. The important full bands are crisply delineated. Population: 41 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

317

1934 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. An absolutely stunning Superb Gem with a full and complete strike, incredibly thick mint frost, and entirely brilliant, untoned silver surfaces. The few abrasions on either side are hidden in the devices, and require magnification to view. This piece ranks at the top of its grade category. Population: 20 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

318

1934 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Delicate golden overtones visit the margins and centers, leaving subtle silver-blue color in the fields. Impressively lustrous and sharply struck, a carefully preserved and all-around top-flight survivor from this Depression-era issue. Tied for the finest Full Bands example certified by NGC or PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

319

1934-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Essentially untoned with thick, satiny luster and almost flawlessly preserved surfaces. One of the more challenging later-date Mercury dime issues in higher grades. Population: 36 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

320

1935 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. At the MS68 Full Bands level, the 1935 dime is a great condition rarity, with just one such coin graded by NGC, six certified at that level by PCGS, and none finer known to either service (3/09). This sharply struck example is virtually pristine, with only a hint of apricot patina over blazing silver-white surfaces. Fantastic eye appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

321

1936 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Few coins of any type are preserved with the consummate care that seems evident with this specimen. The surfaces are delightfully smooth and clean, and display lovely pastel green and peach coloration. Just 12 examples have been graded at MS68 Full Bands by PCGS, with none finer, from an original mintage of just over 87.5 million pieces (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

322

1936-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Gorgeous apple-green, crimson, and lemon-gold patina endows the margins of this spectacularly lustrous Superb Gem. Crisply struck, without the flare-out often seen on the peripheral legends. A beautiful high grade example of this Great Depression branch mint issue. Population: 8 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

323

1937 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Scheppman Collection. A spectacular survivor, tied for numerically finest Full Bands survivor at NGC and PCGS. Delicate cream and silver-white tints enliven the magnificently preserved and slightly satiny surfaces of this sharply struck example. Population: 36 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

324

1937 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. Blazing white luster throughout and boldly struck. The surfaces are as close to perfection as one could expect, and this is one of the finest seen of this date. It offers abundant eye appeal for this otherwise unassuming date. Population: 36 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

325

1937-D 10C MS68 Full Bands NGC. The 1937-D is an issue that is widely available in most grades of Mint State. It is even occasionally available in this (ultimate) grade. The boldly defined surfaces are white throughout, with shimmering luster that races over the nearly perfect fields. Census: 16 in 68 Full Bands, none finer at either service (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

326

1937-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. This boldly impressed high grade Mercury dime has scintillating luster and only a whisper of tan toning. The obverse is immaculate, and a strong loupe is required to locate even trivial reverse contact. Unavailable any finer. Population: 11 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

327

1938 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Perhaps the slightest blush of golden color is detectable on the obverse, otherwise this extraordinarily preserved example appears just as it did when it left the Mint. The striking details are flawless and the surfaces are pristine. Looking for the ultimate '38-P Mercury? Look no further. Population: 8 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

328

1938 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. A wonderful representative with vibrant peripheral gold, russet, and violet toning on the obverse around brilliant central luster. The reverse is nearly brilliant with considerable frostiness. An amazing Superb Gem survivor with few peers. Population: 8 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

329

1938-S 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. Entirely silver-white and attractive, with gleaming luster in the fields. The bright fields and the gleaming devices come alive under the scrutiny of a loupe. Boldly struck and exceptional for this date and mint. Population: 5 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

330

1939-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. The comparatively high mintage and production quality of this issue make it available for a price, even in such a lofty grade. Boldly struck and practically perfect with lemon-gold, orange, and rose patina to the left on each side. Population: 84 in 68 Full Bands, 14 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

331

1939-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Light golden shadings grace the margins, while the centers of this Superb Gem are bright silver-white. The strike is crisp from the bands to the wingtips. With just one finer Full Bands coin graded by PCGS (3/09), this is a virtually unsurpassed survivor.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

332

1940-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Fully struck and satiny with pristine surfaces and delightful rainbow patina near the right side borders of both obverse and reverse. Excellent overall eye appeal. Population: 21 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

333

1942 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Stokely Collection. With a staggering original mintage of 205.4 million pieces, the 1942 is obviously a common date in an absolute sense. Few coins, however, have survived with surfaces as smooth as those of this lovely Superb Gem. In fact, NGC and PCGS combined have certified just five coins in MS68 Full Bands, and none finer (3/09). This is a silver-white example with bright mint luster and full, rounded central crossbands. Worthy of inclusion in the finest Mercury Dime collection. Population: 4 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

334

1942 10C MS68 Full Bands NGC. This beautiful coin combines a high degree of luster with vibrant peripheral toning, ranging from an almost cream color in the centers to rainbow bands of gold, russet, burgundy, and blue at the peripheries. As one might expect from the Superb Gem grade, no surface markings are noted without a search under magnification. For pedigree purposes, there is a small tick on the lower diagonal cord on the reverse. Census data from NGC as of (3/09) shows one 1942 dime in 68 Full Bands with none finer; however, we sold an NGC-certified 1942 dime in this grade in our 2002 New York Signature Sale, and this appears not to be the same coin. Nevertheless, this piece brings an exemplary combination of technical excellence and eye appeal, and would fit comfortably in the finest Mercury dime collection.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

335

1942/1-D 10C MS64 Full Bands NGC. This issue is very scarce to rare in all grades, especially in Mint State with Full Bands. Pleasing luster exudes from the satiny surfaces of this near-Gem example. The slightest hint of light grayish-tan color evenly covers both sides. A solid strike leaves complete definition on all of the design elements, not just the middle bands. A couple of trivial grazes barely keeps this magnificent coin from full Gem classification. Census: 21 in 64 Full Bands, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

336

1943-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Scheppman Collection. Both sides offer shining luster with a touch of satin. Subtle blue and rose accents grace the beautifully preserved fields and sharply struck devices. Population: 22 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

337

1944 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Scheppman collection. This essentially untoned Superb Gem beauty offers wonderful luster with just a whisper of satin on each side. Exquisitely struck and impeccably preserved. Population: 69 in 67 Full Bands, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

338

1944-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. CAC. An incredible representative of this late-date Denver issue, powerfully struck with captivating luster beneath waves of orange, ice-blue, red, and silver-green patina. Immaculately preserved throughout. Population: 75 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

339

1945 10C MS64 Full Bands NGC. A modern, highly desirable rarity, with few available pieces for the many Mercury dime collectors. This near-Gem has a few minuscule marks on each side, but none of consequence. Both sides are brilliant with frosty silver luster and faint traces of champagne toning. Census: 6 in 64 Full Bands, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

340

1945-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. This D-mint dime combines potent, satiny luster with strongly contrasted patina. Most of each side is subtle silver-gray, but bold jade, green-gold, magenta, and sage crescents are visible at the obverse margins, most prominently to the right on that side, with a faint echo on the reverse. Population: 4 in 68 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

341

1945-S 10C Micro S MS67 Full Bands PCGS. The popular final-year Mercury dime variety with mintmark substantially smaller than usual. This virtually brilliant Superb Gem offers first-rate eye appeal, combining a sharp strike, flashy luster, and an impressive level of preservation. Population: 15 in 67 Full Bands, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Mercury Dimes

342

1936 10C PR67 NGC. A decisively struck, gleaming Superb Gem specimen from the initial proof Mercury dime issue, minimally toned save for a hint of lemon over the fathomless obverse and reverse fields. Carefully preserved and spectacularly appealing. NGC has certified just two numerically finer representatives (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

343

1937 10C PR68 NGC. The untoned surfaces of this luminous proof exhibit exquisitely struck design elements. Close inspection of the near-pristine surfaces reveals no mentionable marks or spots. This issue is available through the Premium Gem level; PR67 pieces are more challenging, and examples in this lofty level are rare. Census: 32 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

344

1937 10C PR68 PCGS. Faint gunmetal-gray shadings encompass this fully struck and flawless specimen. The fields are flashy yet also offer cartwheel sheen. Only the 1936 has a lower proof mintage than the 1937, and a finer, more original example would prove impossible to find. Population: 21 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

345

1938 10C PR68 NGC. This amazing Superb Gem proof has fully mirrored surfaces and sharply detailed devices beneath a faint coating of light gold toning. Of the countless proof 1938 dimes that have been certified, NGC and PCGS have combined to grade just 39 examples as PR68 and only one piece in PR69 (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

346

1939 10C PR68 NGC. CAC. A truly amazing display of variegated emerald-green, gold, and crimson coloration adorns the seemingly flawless surfaces of this Superb Gem proof dime. The design elements are fully struck, as expected. There are many survivors from the original mintage of 9,321 pieces, but only a fraction of them reach this lofty grade level. Census: 64 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

347

1939 10C PR68 PCGS. Subtle lime-green and rose patina graces the striking mirrors. A needle-sharp, carefully preserved Superb Gem that has seemingly pristine surfaces. Scarcer than the proof issues from the 1940s, and a worthwhile addition to any Registry Set. Population: 31 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

348

1941 10C PR68 PCGS. Ex: Tom Mershon Collection. An essentially brilliant representative of this early and low mintage proof date. The surfaces are virtually immaculate, and even with a loupe it is difficult to locate anything that keeps this razor-sharp piece from being absolutely perfect. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified any coins finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

349

1942 10C PR68 NGC. The strike is boldly brought up throughout and the surfaces are essentially untoned with immense reflectivity. While the 1942 had a higher proof mintage than any previous year, survivors in this lofty grade are elusive nonetheless.(Registry values: N1793)

350

1942 10C PR67 ★ Cameo NGC. This is the last of the Mercury dime proofs, showing a generous 22,329-piece mintage. While a large number of these have survived to the present day, very few possess a Cameo finish. This nearly untoned Superb Gem displays strong field-motif contrast. Impecpreservedserved surfaces exhibit boldly struck design elements. This is the only 1942 proof Cameo dime designated the NGC Star (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Roosevelt Dimes

351

1964-D 10C Doubled Die Reverse MS65 PCGS. FS-801 or FS-803, the die doubling matches both sets of photographs within the Cherrypickers' reference. A prominent variety listed in the 2009 Guide Book. This lustrous Gem has lovely light rose-red and olive toning, although Roosevelt's profile is brilliant. Population: 5 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

SMS Roosevelt Dimes

352

1964 10C SMS MS67 PCGS. Most if not all of the 1964 SMS coins appear to have entered the marketplace through the estate of Mint Director Eva Adams, who held the post from 1961 through 1969, and thence to the estate of Lester Merkin and a series of Stack's sales in the early 1990s. The pieces are all markedly different to a trained eye from the 1965-67 SMS sets as well as normal business strikes. Razor-sharp strikes are the order of the day, along with prominent die-polishing marks prevalent on both sides. This coin is no exception, with the high squared-off rims and full impression typically seen. A couple of thin die cracks appear in Roosevelt's hair, the longer one running downward onto the brow and nose. The reverse, unlike the obverse, shows a somewhat pebbly appearance in the fields, along with the usual die polishing. Whether this is due to die rust or some other source, we cannot say. But the full strike and noteworthy preservation are far more important. There is no fadeaway on the 4 of the date, even at the extreme rim, and the demarcation between Roosevelt's hair and forehead is more typical of a proof coin. The reverse has full torch details. The surfaces are mostly brilliant silver-white, with just a suggestion of pinkish-gold near the reverse rim. The PCGS online Population Report shows 22 1964 SMS Roosevelt dimes in all grades, ranging from MS64 to MS68. The present MS67 piece is one of 13 so certified at PCGS, with three finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Twenty Cent Pieces

353

1875 20C MS65 NGC. The year 1875 is one of the rare instances wherein branch mint production was well above that of the mother Mint. Philadelphia struck just 36,910 business strikes for the twenty cent piece, while Carson City put out a six-figure mintage and San Francisco struck over a million pieces of the type. This mildly prooflike Gem has light honey-gold toning and exceptionally smooth surfaces. Only the eagle's breast lacks a full strike. Census: 21 in 65, 11 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

354

1875-CC 20C MS65 NGC. Some of the 133,290 pieces of this issue were melted March 19, 1877 (Walter Breen, 1988, p. 335). Pleasing frosty luster endows this Gem survivor. The design elements are typically struck in that they reveal localized weakness. Well preserved surfaces exhibit hints of tan-gray color. Census: 32 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

355

1875-S 20C MS64 PCGS. This attractively patinated type coin possesses golden-russet fields and devices, with intermittent glimpses of apple-green throughout the borders. The lustrous fields exhibit occasional wispy marks.(Registry values: N1793)

356

1875-S 20C MS64 NGC. An untoned, shimmering snow-white near-Gem. Boldly struck and distraction-free. A couple of faint clash marks are evident on the obverse, close to Liberty's leg and elbow. By far the most available of the few twenty cent issues, and the only S-mint production.(Registry values: N1793)

357

1875-S 20C MS64 PCGS. An intriguing near-Gem, subtly lustrous beneath rich patina. It has gold-orange toning overall with deeper crimson-brown splashes near the rims. Slight striking softness contributes to the grade. Still, a great type coin.(Registry values: N1793)

358

1875-S 20C MS66 PCGS. The faint roller marks on Liberty's left (facing) leg are one result of the minting process, and the light peripheral cracks on the reverse are attributed to an overworked die. Only slight weakness on the stars keep us from describing this radiantly lustrous piece as a full strike. Nearly blemish-free surfaces are lightly and attractively toned. Population: 55 in 65, 4 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (2/2003), lot 6594; Heritage (1/2004), lot 5876; Heritage (3/2004), lot 5615.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

359

1876 20C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Strongly reflective fields are reminiscent of a proof, though the slight striking softness on the richly frosted high points indicates a business strike. Aside from a handful of wispy marks in the fields, this essentially untoned second-year twenty cent piece is carefully preserved.(Registry values: N1793)

360

1876 20C MS65 NGC. The 1876 twenty cent comes from a low business strike mintage of 14,640 pieces. Concentric rings of violet, greenish-gold, electric-blue, and lavender patina adorn the lustrous surfaces of this Gem, and an exacting strike delivers strong definition to the design elements. Nicely preserved throughout. Census: 36 in 65, 21 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Twenty Cent Pieces

361

1876 20C PR63 Cameo NGC. Nicely frosted motifs compare favorably with glassy fields. The untoned surfaces display faint hairlines only when viewed beneath a loupe and rotated to obscure angles. From a much lower mintage than the introductory 1875. An elusive proof type, since the denomination was struck for only four years.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

362

1876 20C PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. The heyday of proof mintages for this strange denomination, worth "two short bits," was 1875, with 1876's total less than half the previous year at 1,260 pieces. This piece has a small planchet lamination that peeled off before the coin was struck, in the area of stars 11-13. The surfaces are otherwise highly reflective, with good contrast and pretty lilac patina. Population: 22 in 64 Cameo, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

363

1876 20C PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. Twenty cent pieces were one of the unwanted orphans of 19th century numismatics. Ill conceived and too similar to quarters in size, this interesting series only lasted for four years, from 1875 through 1878. There are more than 500 survivors of the 1876 issue graded by NGC and PCGS, from a original proof mintage of 1,260 pieces, but only eight of those coins receive the Deep (or Ultra) Cameo designation as a part of their grade. This piece is one of only three Deep Cameo pieces at PCGS. Well struck and carefully preserved, this specimen displays watery fields and fully frosted devices. A few faint hairlines in the fields apparently preclude a Gem assessment, but the Deep Cameo contrast on both sides is intense and visually compelling. Population: 1 in 64 Deep Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

364

1877 20C PR65 Cameo NGC. Lovely peripheral apple-green, russet, and honey-gold patina frames the brilliant silver centers of this meticulously struck Gem. A few scattered hairlines are noticed, but none are out of context with the assigned grade. Only 350 examples of this proof-only issue were originally produced. Any high grade proof twenty cent piece is a desirable type coin. However, the 1877 is the scarcest among the four dates in the series. Population: 12 in 65 Cameo, 12 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2003), lot 6162; Heritage (3/2004), lot 5621.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Early Quarters

365

1806/5 25C AU53 PCGS. B-1, R.2. The sole overdate variety for the year. This well struck AU53 example is surprisingly radiant, despite the light wear evident at the high points. Pale silver-gray centers yield to peripheral toning, cerulean and orange on the obverse with the latter color only on the reverse. Population: 2 in 53, 24 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

366

1806 25C VF20 PCGS. B-2, R.2. Well struck from lightly clashed dies, with several spidery die cracks noted on the reverse. A dark toning streak extends diagonally across the lower half of each side. Original and moderately worn, with few marks on either obverse or reverse.(Registry values: P5)

367

1806 25C XF45 ANACS. B-2, R.2. Light silver surfaces and vibrant luster are indicative of a lightly cleaned piece, although this example is beginning to reacquire an attractive and natural gold patina on the reverse. A few minor abrasions on each side are typical of the grade. The obverse has prominent clash marks, although imperfect centering prevents viewing of later rim crumbling, if it was present in the die. The reverse is a late stage with clash marks, die cracks, and rim crumbling.(Registry values: P5)

Bust Quarters

368

1815 25C MS64 PCGS. B-1, the only known dies, R.1. Die State III. This die state shows that the dies were lapped, which almost completely effaced the prominent die clashing from Die State II. It also reduced the prominence of the repunching on the second T in STATES, and also accounts for the smaller 5 in the date. The famous E and L counterstamped quarters are often found from this die state. Quarters were not an especially popular early Mint product. The 89,235 pieces struck in 1815 were apparently sufficient to meet the demand for this denomination until 1818, when more quarters were produced again. This lovely piece is mostly brilliant. It shows smooth, creamy mint luster with no obvious or detracting abrasions on either side.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

369

1818 25C VF35 NGC. B-4, R.2. Very similar to the B-5 variety, with minor differences noted in the position of the date and the first obverse star. This piece shows deep violet-brown toning across each side, lightening to mint-green in some areas. Well struck and nicely detailed, with moderate wear and a few small marks.(Registry values: P2)

370

1818 25C AU53 PCGS. B-2, R.1. Star 13 is repunched, diagnostic for this collectible Bust quarter variety. A charming golden-brown example with light wear and noticeable luster. No obvious abrasions, although the fields display prominent clash marks of mint origin.(Registry values: P2)

371

1818 25C MS63 PCGS. B-2, R.1. An available variety notable for the repunching on star 13 on the obverse. This Select example is well-defined for the issue with warm and inviting luster beneath rich patina, with peach-gold, silver-gray, and blue shadings most prominent. Population: 25 in 63, 71 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

372

1818 25C MS64 PCGS. B-4, R.2. An utterly fascinating example, crisply detailed overall with only slight softness at the upper obverse and lower reverse. Both sides show blue-green peripheral toning; while the lustrous obverse has a pumpkin-orange center, the reverse fades through that color quickly and shows ample silver-white close to the eagle. Only a few small abrasions on each side preclude an even finer designation. Population: 47 in 64, 24 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

373

1819 25C Large 9 AU53 NGC. B-2, R.3. A low D in UNITED aids attribution. A deeply toned golden-brown and gunmetal-blue example with few marks and only moderate highpoint wear. The obverse has slender peripheral die cracks.(Registry values: P4)

374

1820 25C Large 0 VF35 PCGS. B-1, R.3. Large 8 and 0 in date, and the U in UNITED is relatively close to the wingtip. The eagle's plumage is nicely detailed, and the mauve-gray surfaces are free from obtrusive contact.(Registry values: P4)

375

1820 25C Large 0 AU53 NGC. B-2, R.2. One of the two Large Date varieties from 1820. This piece is well struck, and the design is well centered on the planchet. Dappled brownish-gray color over both sides yields to lighter toning near some of the devices. Noticeably worn on the high points, as expected for the grade.(Registry values: P4)

376

1824/2 25C XF40 ANACS. B-1, R.3. The only known die variety for this scarce date, which is difficult to find at any grade level. This example shows smooth, unabraded surfaces that display light-gray color on the high points and medium-gray toning in the fields. Moderately worn from honest circulation.(Registry values: P4)

377

1828 25C XF45 PCGS. B-2, High R.4. This better variety quarter is lime-green, tobacco-brown, and stone-gray. Some luster remains, and there are no detracting abrasions.(Registry values: P3)

378

1828 25C AU55 NGC. B-1, R.1. Well struck and satiny with light wear visible on the highest design elements. Although there are a few faint hairlines in the fields, the unabraded surfaces display pleasing pastel coloration. In sum, an interesting survivor from this Bust quarter issue. Census: 12 in 55, 64 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

379

1828 25C AU55 PCGS. B-4, R.3. The date is even and centered, with a curl base 2 and fancy 8s. Star 1 points to a lower fold of drapery, and stars 3 and 3 are close. Star 7 points to the juncture of the curl and headband. On the reverse the denomination 25 C is centered and wide, and all T's are defective at their bottom right serifs. This piece offers splendid iridescent target toning, with few relevant marks and lots of eye appeal.(Registry values: P3)

380

1831 25C Small Letters MS65 ICG. B-2, R.2. A stunning Gem with bold features and reflective fields that impart a modest cameo appearance on both sides. The devices are light silver-gray with deeper blue fields that exhibit some additional iridescence. An interesting piece as the obverse die appears to be perfect without any die defects, while the reverse is shattered with numerous peripheral die cracks. Breen stated that proofs of this die combination exist, but none have been seen recently. Like the present example, several prooflike pieces are known.(Registry values: P1)

381

1832 25C MS64 PCGS. B-2, R.2. Only two 1832 quarter varieties exist, from distinct reverse dies with several differences. The B-1 reverse has long arrowheads that nearly touch the border, and the B-2 reverse has short arrowheads that are distant from the border. This Choice lavender-gray example has deeper iridescent toning along the obverse border and across most of the reverse. Small reverse scratches prevent a higher grade. Population: 11 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

382

1835 25C MS64 PCGS. B-7, R.2. The reverse lacks a period after the denomination, diagnostic for the variety. In his quarter dollar reference, Steve Tompkins writes: "Even though this is a common die marriage, finding a choice example in EF to AU will present a challenge." This sharply defined example has pleasing satin luster. Both sides have faint lilac patina with peripheral blue toning. Population: 17 in 64, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

383

1837 25C MS65 NGC. B-2, R.1. A lustrous and original Bust type coin. Aside from a few tiny abrasions in the left obverse field, the surfaces are pristine. Faint champagne toning on each side adds to its overall eye appeal. One can find evidence of die clashing on each side under close inspection and a curly lintmark (as made) is situated to the right of stars 4 and 5. A good strike with slight blending on the claws and upper left stars. A noteworthy opportunity for both the specialist and type collector. Census: 14 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 6527.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Seated Quarters

384

1840 25C MS65 NGC. This issue begins a decade of P-mint Seated quarters that are relatively common in circulated grades but difficult to obtain in Mint State. This is a Condition Census coin that shows silver-white surfaces with moderately prooflike fields. There are numerous die striations in the fields, and the devices are boldly struck throughout. Almost mark-free and one of only three examples to receive an MS65 grade between both NGC and PCGS, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

385

1841-O 25C MS64 PCGS. This antique-gold New Orleans near-Gem has shimmering luster and is smooth aside from a few moderate obverse marks, mostly near the knees and on the obverse exergue. The strike is crisp aside from minor incompleteness on the eagle's left (facing) leg. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 6 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: San Francisco ANA Signature (Heritage, 7/2005), lot 6004.(Registry values: P4)

386

1844-O 25C MS63 PCGS. The 1844-O is rare in Mint State; Larry Briggs (1991) assigns a high R.6 rarity rating to Uncirculated pieces. Electric-blue and russet patina occupies the obverse periphery and is splashed over the reverse, where it is joined by deep purple. Sharply struck, including Liberty's head, which is often weak. Lustrous surfaces reveal minute grade-defining marks. The first 4 in the date is repunched along the crossbar.(Registry values: P5)

387

1847 25C MS66 NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. The fairly large mintage for the time and series of 734,000 coins makes this date a favorite with variety collectors. The present piece is strongly detailed for the issue, with most stars showing complete radials. As expected for the lofty grade, this minimally toned example has flashy and carefully preserved surfaces. A recently certified coin from an issue previously unknown at the Premium Gem level (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

388

1853 25C No Arrows MS65 PCGS. The last of the old-tenor quarter issues, the 1853 No Arrows experienced heavy melting, and an already-small population of 44,200 pieces was decimated. Few survivors today can match the eye appeal of this shining Gem, carefully preserved with light peach patina visible at the margins. Population: 3 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P6)

389

1853 25C Arrows and Rays MS63 NGC. With more than 15 million pieces produced, the Arrows and Rays quarters was a fixture of American commerce for decades. This is a sharply struck coin that has sparkling mint luster and just the slightest golden toning around the margins. A few minute handling marks limit the grade.(Registry values: P5)

390

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays MS63 PCGS. This O-mint issue from the one-year Arrows and Rays subtype is highly elusive even in better circulated grades; Mint State examples such as the present Select piece are condition rarities. Lustrous silver-white and peach-rose surfaces show faint abrasions that define the grade but have little impact on the eye appeal. Population: 3 in 63, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P6)

391

1854-O 25C Huge O VF25 NGC. FS-501, formerly FS-004. The Huge O mintmark is highly unusual, one of few hand-engraved mintmarks on any U.S. coinage issue. Natural light gray surfaces are moderately worn, as they usually are on this scarce variety. The present piece is slightly finer than that typically seen. Census: 3 in 25, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

392

1854-O 25C Huge O--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. FS-501, formerly FS-004. The famous Huge O variety, with a large misshapen, hand cut mintmark. Larry Briggs rates this issue very scarce in XF, and extremely rare in AU grades. The present coin is an attractive example, in spite of being cleaned at some time in the past. The coin has the sharpness of detail one would expect in an XF coin, with only a moderate number of surface marks.(Registry values: P7)

393

1856-O 25C MS64 PCGS. A major condition rarity in the Seated quarter series, this near-Gem 1856-O has satin luster with considerable silver brilliance, splashed with brilliant gold, pale lavender, and light blue-green toning. Nearly 1 million 1856-O quarters were struck, with survivors rarely seen in Choice or Gem grades. NGC and PCGS have combined to certify just 13 MS64s and three MS65s. Population: 5 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

394

1857 25C MS67 NGC. It is impossible to convey the gorgeous eye appeal of this piece in mere words. Were it not for some slight weakness of definition, this coin would easily make the MS68 grade, based just on its appearance alone. It only takes a second for the viewer to reach the same conclusion that we have--this is a stunning coin that will surely excite even the most jaded collector. Both sides are completely brilliant, and it appears this coin was recently ejected from the coining dies. Bold, swirling, cartwheel luster emanates from each side, even in low light. Close examination of the fields reveals slight clashing and numerous striations resulting from an impression from freshly maintained dies. Simply put, this coin is a real beauty. Census: 19 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

395

1857-O 25C MS64 NGC. An extremely important opportunity for the advanced collector, as the present piece is one of just seven Choice Mint State pieces certified by NGC and PCGS combined, with none in any finer grades. The strike is somewhat weak in the centers, but the rich reddish-gold and iridescent toning is adorable, and the frosty luster shines brilliantly through the toning. Census: 2 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

396

1857-O 25C MS64 NGC. The 1857-O quarter is rare in Mint State and generally comes very poorly struck (Larry Briggs, 1991). This near-Gem offering is a refreshing exception, as a solid strike leaves virtually complete definition over the design features. Intense luster complements the sharp detail. Essentially untoned surfaces reveal just a few inoffensive marks that preclude Gem status. Census: 2 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

397

1857-S 25C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Only the third San Francisco Mint quarter dollar ever produced, and a survivor from a mintage of only 82,000 coins. It is a condition rarity that is seldom found in any Mint State grade. In fact, PCGS has only certified five Mint State examples, the others grading MS60 and MS63. This Choice Mint State example has satiny luster, bold design elements, and lovely lilac-gray toning with splashes of iridescent toning. Population: 3 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

398

1858 25C MS65 NGC. The 1858 has long been popular as a representative of the No Motto Seated quarter type, though few survivors can compete with the eye appeal of this Gem. Strong, swirling luster enlivens each side, and the patina is subtly varied silver-gray overall with glimpses of peripheral orange. Census: 26 in 65, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

399

1858 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Though this pre-Civil War issue boasts a mintage of nearly 7.4 million pieces, few of those coins survive in such an exalted state. Boldly struck on the central devices, with powerful luster that grants the coin elegant eye appeal. Golden-orange peripheral toning frames blue-green, lavender, and peach centers. Population: 13 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

400

1861 25C MS66 NGC. Type Two Obverse and Reverse. An amazing Premium Gem that features brilliant silver luster, frosty devices, satiny fields, and a faint trace of champagne toning. Every element of the design motifs on the obverse and reverse is boldly and intricately detailed. Census: 10 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

401

1866 25C Motto MS65 PCGS. This a stunning Gem that is among the finest known pieces of this first-year-of-issue type coin. The mintage of this date was just 16,800 business strikes and another 725 proofs. Although Walter Breen reported that many Mint State examples were recovered from "proof sets" of the year, we doubt that the quantity was all that high. This example is fully brilliant with a hint of champagne toning. The fields are reflective, with fully lustrous devices and excellent cameo contrast. Noticeable weakness of the designs at the center of the obverse and reverse is diagnostic for the issue, and is used to distinguish business strikes from proofs. Population: 6 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

402

1866 25C Motto MS66 NGC. The 1866 is rare in all grades; indeed, only about 80 pieces have been certified by NGC and PCGS in all levels of preservation. Only five pieces have been graded Premium Gem, and one finer. This marvelous snow-white MS66 coin reveals partially prooflike fields that highlight frosted motifs, giving the coin an overall cameo-like appearance. Except for softness in about one-half of the star centers, the design elements are boldly impressed. The fields on both sides exhibit strong die polish lines. The connoisseur of Seated Liberty quarters will not want to miss out on this one. Census: 4 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

403

1872-CC 25C --Genuine--PCGS. In house graded AU50, damaged. The obverse has a moderate rim scrape at 11 o'clock, the reverse has a heavy scrape through the shield down to the right (facing) wing tip, and both sides have fine scratches and surface roughness. Probably cleaned at one time, now with light champagne toning.(Registry values: P8)

404

1874-S 25C Arrows MS64 PCGS. Boldly struck with bright gleaming surfaces, pale golden-gray color, a small scrape in the upper left obverse field, and a few minor luster grazes in the remaining obverse fields. The reverse is remarkably clean with satiny, smooth, unmarked surfaces that have a somewhat mattelike texture.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

405

1874-S 25C Arrows MS65 PCGS. Branch mint silver of the Arrows subtype enjoys perennial popularity, and high-end survivors such as this Gem are particularly prized. Sharply struck and impressively lustrous, with daubs of golden toning over the obverse fields and at the reverse margins. Population: 51 in 65, 30 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

406

1874-S 25C Arrows MS66 PCGS. Examples of this issue are scarce in Mint State; most come from an old West Coast bank hoard of 80 to 100 pieces dispersed in 1949 (Larry Briggs, Liberty Seated Quarters, 1991, p. 186).
The present MS66 specimen is boldly struck. Only a couple of the right-side peripheral stars show a blunt strike in the centrils. Coruscating luster radiates from the silver-gray surfaces, accented on the obverse by blushes of light sunset-orange, and powder-blue on the reverse. A top-notch example of this scarce type coin. Population: 29 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

407

1875 25C MS65 NGC. Glowing luster exudes from silver-colored surfaces tinted with hints of light tan. This is a very attractive, fully frosted, exquisitely defined specimen worthy of inclusion in any collection, and certain to elicit spirited bidding from those seeking coins of high quality of the Seated Liberty design. A few minuscule, grade-consistent marks do nothing to diminish the outstanding eye appeal. Census: 31 in 65, 14 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

408

1876-CC 25C MS64 NGC. An appealing near-Gem that is softly lustrous beneath largely blue-green and gold-orange peripheral toning. Well struck overall, if a trifle soft at the right obverse star. A great example of this Carson City quarter issue. Census: 46 in 64, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

409

1877 25C MS65 PCGS. This fully brilliant example, like many Uncirculated 1877 quarters, displays rich, satiny luster. Most of the obverse stars, Liberty's hair, and portions of the reverse legends show slight bluntness of strike. Just a few trivial contact marks interrupt the otherwise impeccable fabric of this coin.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

410

1877 25C MS67 NGC. Thick mint frost gives this piece an alluring, effulgent appearance. The brilliant, icy-white centers give way to beautiful red-brown and turquoise-green peripheral toning. Almost all of the design motifs are sharply rendered, save only for the top of Liberty's head. Light clash marks are noticeable on both sides, but post-striking marks seem virtually nonexistent. Census: 29 in 67, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

411

1877-CC 25C MS64 NGC. The frosty devices of this near-Gem yield mild variance with the fields, and a few whispers of faint tan-gold color gather at the margins. Some minor handling marks deny Gem status.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

412

1878 25C MS66 PCGS. Highly lustrous, well-preserved surfaces are nearly color-free on the reverse, while those on the obverse display a narrow zone of cobalt-blue, gold, and golden-tan around the margins. An impressive strike brings out nice detail in the design elements, including Liberty's sandal and the clasp. Difficult to locate in all grades, especially so in the better grades of Uncirculated. PCGS has seen only seven Premium Gems, and NGC a mere four; neither service has certified any examples finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

413

1881 25C MS67 PCGS. This brilliant and thoroughly lustrous Superb Gem is well struck aside from star 6 and 7. Only trivial contact is present. Just 12,000 pieces were struck, and although 100 examples or so were saved by shrewd numismatists of the day, few among them can match the quality of the present coin. Population: 5 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

414

1882 25C MS65 NGC. CAC. Only 15,200 business strike 1882 quarters were produced by a Mint obsessed with the manufacture of millions of Morgan dollars. This Gem offers pretty, original aqua rim toning with grayish-pink centers. The strike is uniformly bold. Census: 8 in 65, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

415

1883 25C MS66 PCGS. Impressively toned in honey-gold and sea-green with glimpses of plum-red on the obverse center. Sharply struck and possessing exemplary cartwheel sheen. A low mintage date, the 1883 has a meager mintage of 14,400 pieces. Population: 16 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

416

1888 25C MS67 NGC. Spectacular quality in a Seated quarter, boasting a colorful mixture of turquoise-blue iridescence mixed with rose-gray on the obverse and just a hint of lime-gold on the reverse. The surfaces, even with magnification, come temptingly close to perfection, save for some weakness at the obverse periphery. On top of all that, the 1889 enjoys tremendous popularity with its modest business strike mintage of just 10,000 pieces. Census: 14 in 67, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

417

1888 25C MS67 PCGS. This Superb Gem exhibits memorable technical quality and eye appeal for this low-mintage Seated quarter issue, being abundantly frosty with a distinctive arc of burnt-orange, crimson, and steel-blue toning across the upper obverse. A bit of normal softness is found on several of the obverse stars, otherwise the strike is boldly executed. Population: 10 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

418

1889 25C MS67 PCGS. Splendid aquamarine, steel-gray, and golden-brown adorns this exceptional Superb Gem. The strike is exacting save for the radials of star 8. A scant 12,000 pieces were struck, since the Mint was obliged to strike many millions of silver dollars. Population: 24 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

419

1891-S 25C MS66 PCGS. This sharply struck Premium Gem has potent luster, and is untoned aside from small dark russet freckles relegated to 1 o'clock and 6:30 on the reverse. Minor shallow strike-throughs (as made) are concealed beneath both wings. Nearly devoid of contact, and desirable in such exemplary condition. Population: 4 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

Proof Seated Quarters

420

1854 25C Arrows PR64 PCGS. The popularity of this issue is assured by the presence of arrows flanking the date on the obverse. The incoming Mint Director, Colonel James Ross Snowden, felt that the continuation of arrows at dates of silver coins would remain necessary to distinguish the new issues instantly from earlier heavier issues, which were being melted as worth $106.60 per $100 face value. For unknown reasons, he also ordered Chief Engraver James Longacre that the reverse dies be made from the old hub without rays. The business strike 1854 quarter is relatively common by the standards of this series, but its proof counterpart is a significant rarity. Indeed, our records indicate that this proof issue has made only 31 appearances in the major auction houses since 1980. The present example reveals a layer of faint gold toning over both sides, and the crisply struck devices offer a noticeable contrast with the moderately reflective fields, establishing a mild cameo effect. A few wispy hairlines in the fields, particularly on the obverse, limit the grade. Population: 14 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

421

1856 25C PR64 PCGS. Most references cite a figure of about 30 pieces as the number of 1856 proof quarters known, out of a mintage of perhaps 100. Briggs identifies the diagnostic of a proof of this date as, "a large die bulge on reverse that extends from above right wing to 'L' of 'DOL.' " This diagnostic bulge is immediately evident on this coin, which would be immediately identifiable as a proof in any event due to its highly polished fields and tremendous clarity of detail. Hazy golden toning covers the surfaces of this piece, which appear to have no contact marks that can be seen without magnification. An uncommon opportunity for the connoisseur of early proof coinage. Housed in a green label PCGS holder. Population: 7 in 64, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

422

1859 25C PR64 PCGS. The design features exhibit bold definition, including separation of Liberty's foot, sandal, and straps. Rich olive, violet, and blue patina covers each side, diminishing somewhat the field reflectivity. Occasional faint hairlines are only apparent under high magnification. A large V-shaped lint mark is visible left of the date. One of only 800 proof quarters struck in this year. Population: 46 in 64, 13 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

423

1863 25C PR64 PCGS. Although both sides of this near-Gem carry a thin veil of natural patination, the obverse exhibits slightly more visible wisps of tan highlights. Lightly cameoed (although not so designated on the PCGS holder), the surfaces carry a few wispy hairlines that preclude a full Gem designation. The elusiveness of its business strike counterpart, which is very scarce in Mint State, attaches special desirability to this Civil War proof among date collectors. Population: 54 in 64, 19 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

424

1865 25C PR65 NGC. The 1865 quarter is elusive whether in business strike (58,800 pieces made) or proof (500 pieces) format. This is a sparkling, deeply mirrored Gem whose proof fields serve to backlight the deep, iridescent blue, rose, purple, and lime-green colors that are splashed over each side. It appears that the devices have a considerable amount of mint frost also, but the rich toning precludes a Cameo designation. Census: 18 in 65, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

425

1865 25C PR63 Cameo PCGS. The soft gray and silver colors on each side of this Select proof example represent the contradistinction between frosted devices and watery fields; a lovely cameo effect. Sharply struck and nicely preserved, with a shallow, lengthy, curved mark in the right obverse field that prevents a higher grade. This Civil War issue had a slight mintage of just 500 pieces.(Registry values: P3)

426

1866 25C Motto PR66 Cameo NGC. An uncommonly attractive representative from this first Motto proof issue of 725 specimens, decisively struck with gleaming and essentially untoned fields. The richly frosted snow-white devices offer excellent contrast with the watery mirrors. Wonderful preservation and strong eye appeal. Census: 3 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

427

1867 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. Beautiful color lies atop the smoothly reflective surfaces, ranging from gold to russet to indigo at the peripheries. The frosted devices contrast nicely with their backgrounds; indeed, the reverse, if taken alone, would probably merit an Ultra Cameo designation. A few trivial surface marks appear to determine the grade. Census: 5 in 65 Cameo, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

428

1869 25C PR65 NGC. This proof obverse doubled die was discovered by Larry Briggs (Briggs, 1991, p. 158). Doubling is most noticeable on the horizontal shield lines, especially at the juncture of the vertical stripes. This Gem representative displays modest field-motif contrast. Untoned surfaces exhibit well struck devices and are nicely preserved. Census: 14 in 65, 12 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

429

1869 25C PR66 NGC. CAC. Aqua-blue, lavender, and golden-brown patina occupies the obverse borders of this Premium Gem proof, leaving the centers essentially color free. A haze of sky-blue rests on the reverse center, framed by reddish-gold. A sharply struck and well-preserved piece. Census: 10 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

430

1870 25C PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Cherry-red toning enriches the peripheries of this sharply struck near-Gem. The eagle and seated Liberty are icy and exhibit obvious contrast. Scarcer than the mintage of 1,000 pieces implies, since untoned proofs were melted by the Mint. Population: 23 in 64 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

431

1872 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. While 1872 proof quarters are available in better grades, Cameo pieces are less forthcoming. This white Premium Gem displays strong field-motif contrast. A well executed strike imparts strong delineation to the design elements, and both sides are impeccably preserved. Census: 8 in 66 Cameo, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

432

1873 25C No Arrows PR65 Cameo NGC. Closed 3 in date, as always. This glorious Gem has full proof brilliance framed by subtle gold toning along the borders. Both sides have deeply mirrored fields, surrounding lustrous devices. This is an excellent cameo proof that presents exceptional eye appeal. Census: 3 in 65 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

433

1873 25C Arrows PR65 Cameo NGC. With just 540 pieces struck, the 1873 has the lower mintage of the two With Motto, Arrows proof issues. The moderately frosted devices show pleasing contrast with the fields despite rich patina. Blue-green peripheral toning fades to rose-gold and canary, with only faint hints of color at the centers. Exquisitely struck throughout. Census: 2 in 65 Cameo, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

434

1876 25C PR66 ★ Cameo NGC. This exquisitely preserved and gorgeously toned Premium Gem Cameo proof has received the NGC Star designation for exceptional eye appeal. Both sides have pale gold toning at the centers, with vivid russet, violet, and blue toning closer to the borders. NGC has certified one PR66 ★ Cameo, six PR67 Cameo, and one PR67 ★ Cameo (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

435

1876 25C PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. While not a rare date in either business strike or proof format, the 1876 is a nonetheless challenging coin to locate with as much eye appeal as this glittering white untoned Premium Gem Cameo. In fact, this is the finest Deep Cameo proof known to either NGC or PCGS (3/09). The unfathomably deep reflectivity in the fields contrasts remarkably with the thickly frosted devices on both the obverse and reverse. Fully defined with no bothersome hairlines, and an important opportunity for the date or type collector. Population: 2 in 66 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

436

1877 25C PR67 NGC. Type Two Reverse. Original green-gray, purple-red, and electric-blue toning adorns the surfaces of this lovely Superb Gem proof quarter The fields are mildly reflective, and free of hairlines. The eye appeal of this sharply struck example is increased by the outstanding surface preservation on both sides. Only 510 proofs were originally struck, and just a handful of those coins survive at this outstanding level of preservation. Census: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

437

1877 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. The 1877 quarter saw a production of 510 proofs, a fair number of which have apparently survived to the present day, at least in non-Cameo finish. This lovely silver-white Gem proof presents a gorgeous cameo contrast. The design elements are frosty and sharply impressed, further enhancing the coin's eye appeal. No significant contact marks are apparent on either side. Census: 6 in 65 Cameo, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

438

1878 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. The flashy fields reveal rose-red and chestnut-gold shades that deepen toward the rims. The strike is exemplary save for minor blending on the lowest hair curls. An undisturbed and splendid Premium Gem. Just 800 proofs were struck. Census: 6 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

439

1879 25C PR66 NGC. With Morgan dollar production underway, business strike production of the subsidiary silver coins was extremely limited, with proofs being the coins that most contemporary collectors acquired. With a proof mintage of 1,100 coins, the 1879 quarter is rather plentiful today, although usually in lower grades. This Premium Gem has gorgeous multi-color rainbow toning over deeply mirrored fields. Census: 22 in 66, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

440

1880 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. This well struck and flashy Premium Gem is fully brilliant and displays impressive white-on-black contrast. An interesting strike-through, as made, affects a small portion of the obverse rim at 6 o'clock. The 1880 is a low mintage date, with proofs and commercial strikes combining for a mere 14,955 pieces. Census: 16 in 66 Cameo, 21 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

441

1882 25C PR64 PCGS. Whispers of barely discernible tan and gray patina are slightly more evident on the obverse of this nicely struck near-Gem proof. A few minute reverse marks prevent Gem status.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

442

1882 25C PR66 ★ NGC. Spectacular cherry-red, cobalt-blue, and sun-yellow patina encompasses this precisely struck Premium Gem. Undoubtedly, the remarkably attractive toning coaxed the coveted Star designation from NGC. A low mintage date. Census: 3 in 66 ★ , 3 finer with a Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

443

1882 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. With such a limited original mintage (15,200 business strikes and 1,100 proofs), it is little wonder that the Philadelphia Mint used only two sets of dies for the 1882 Seated Liberty quarter. The specimen strikings are distinguishable from prooflike Mint State pieces by the position of the left base of the 2 in the date over the right edge of a denticle. Both sides of this glorious Superb Gem present a snow-white, completely brilliant appearance. Boldly impressed, exquisitely preserved, and eminently appealing. Census: 10 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

444

1885 25C PR65 NGC. Impressive reflectivity in the well-preserved fields. Each side shows a modicum of contrast between the mirrors and the faintly frosted devices, though not enough for a Cameo designation. Census: 37 in 65, 37 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

445

1889 25C PR67 NGC. The 1889 quarter is a scarce date, with only 12,000 business strike and 711 proof coins minted. The present coin is a spectacular example, sharply struck, with reflective fields under iridescent shades of crimson, gold, and cerulean-blue toning. Eye appeal is spectacular. Census: 10 in 67, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

446

1891 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. This last year of the Seated Liberty quarter series saw a production of 600 proofs, a large number of which appear to have been saved as the last year of issue. Cameo specimens, as expected, are a bit more difficult to acquire. This white Premium Gem displays stunning field-device variance. Frosty, sharply struck design elements enhance the overall appeal, as do the nicely preserved surfaces.(Registry values: P1)

Barber Quarters

447

1892 25C MS66 PCGS. Type Two Reverse. A shining toned example of this first-year Barber quarter issue, well-defined and attractive. Hints of sky-blue at the margins are the only signs of color. PCGS has graded 21 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

448

1892 25C MS67 NGC. Type One Reverse, with the wing covering the left half of the E in UNITED. Widely saved as the first year of issue, consequently there are many examples available through Gem. Superb Gems such as the present coin, however, are scarce, and rare any finer. Medium intensity multicolored toning covers the lustrous surfaces that exhibit sharply struck design elements. Well preserved throughout. Census: 18 in 67, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

449

1892-S 25C MS66 PCGS. Type One Reverse. Despite its first-year status and "common" designation for the Philadelphia and New Orleans coins, the 1892-S is one of about a dozen scarce-to-rare Barber quarters. The San Francisco Mint struck fewer than 1 million quarters in 1892 (964,079 pieces, to be exact) and, while some were undoubtedly set aside as the first S-mint examples of the Barber type, the issue remains scarce-to-rare at all levels of preservation. This extraordinary Gem glistens with frosty mint luster that is unaffected by the presence of any toning or patina. The strike is essentially full in all areas including the radials of the stars, the shield, and eagle's claws. A couple of tiny abrasions are noted to aid in future identification: one at the tip of Liberty's nose, the other in the left reverse field under the eagle's wing between the olive branch. The Type Two reverse hub is slightly scarcer than the Type One for the '92-S. Population: 5 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

450

1893-O 25C MS66 PCGS. In the second year of the Barber quarter series, nearly 3.4 million pieces were struck at the New Orleans Mint. Despite such a relatively high mintage, however, survivors are scarce in Uncirculated condition. Moreover, in high grades such as this, the number of known examples is minuscule. This exceptional Premium Gem is sharply struck throughout, with only the eagle's right (facing) claw remaining stubbornly incomplete, as usual. Essentially untoned, with a thin layer of creamy patina over the obverse. Population: 8 in 66, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

451

1893-O 25C MS66 NGC. There is a wide variance in striking definition on 1893-O quarters. Some are well brought up, such as this piece, and others are, well, not quite as nice. The mint luster on this coin is exceptional and frosted, more suggestive of an S-mint than a coin from New Orleans. The surfaces are smooth and almost free of abrasions, and the mint brilliance is surrounded by a ring of pale golden over the denticles on each side. Census: 6 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

452

1894 25C MS66 PCGS. Frosty and delightful with just a touch of ice-blue patina at the margins. The strike is solid, and only a few trivial marks appear on each side. A single speck of charcoal-gray patina is noted between the eagle's wing and the arrowheads. PCGS has graded only one coin finer (2/09), a testament to how elusive this early issue can be in high grades.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

453

1894-S 25C MS65 NGC. Bright white and lustrous. Nicely preserved surfaces reveal only a few minor marks between the fourth star and Liberty's cap, and a trivial reeding mark on the right of the branch. The strike is sharp for this date, with no softness on the devices. Census: 10 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

454

1895 25C MS66 ★ NGC. This is the only 1895 Barber quarter to receive the coveted NGC Star designation. This amazing Premium Gem is highly lustrous, the obverse brilliant with a narrow frame of gold at the border. The reverse has rich blue-green and iridescent toning. Census: 1 in 66 ★ , 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

455

1895-O 25C MS64 PCGS. Strongly struck with soft, swirling luster that enlivens each side. A lovely near-Gem representative of this popular O-mint Barber quarter issue. Population: 37 in 64, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

456

1895-S 25C MS67 PCGS. A majestic and memorable example of this scarcer date with blazing silver-white luster. The strike is decisive, and the surfaces are gorgeous, as close to perfection as a specialist could imagine. We note for identification purposes a few infinitesimal ticks that require a strong glass to observe. One is on the outer point of the third star on the obverse, another on Liberty's ear lobe, one midway on the bridge of her nose and in the middle of her eyebrow. A great opportunity for the date collector. Population: 1 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

457

1896 25C MS67 PCGS. With an original mintage of 3.8 million pieces, the 1896 seems like a typical P-mint Barber quarter from the 1890s: a plentiful date in circulated grades, yet scarce in Mint State. While this may be true of the issue as a whole, there is nothing typical about the present representative. Lively mint-green color dominates the appearance of both sides, but rose-red and cobalt-blue shades are also in evidence around the peripheries. Frosty luster rolls briskly around the powerfully struck features, and there is not even a single mentionable abrasion on either side. PCGS reports three other examples in MS67, and none finer. NGC has only certified two pieces in this ultimate grade (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

458

1896-O 25C MS65 PCGS. The 1896-O quarter is elusive in Mint State, especially the higher grades thereof. David Lawrence (1994) assigns Uncirculated pieces an R.6 rating. Glowing luster radiates from both sides of this Gem, each of which displays a nearly imperceptible veneer of beige-gold color. The design elements are sharply defined for a New Orleans issue; only the arrow feathers are a tad soft. A few grade-consistent marks do not disturb. Population: 6 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

459

1896-S 25C Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. The first of the three famous S-mint Barber quarter rarities struck and the only one with a six-figure mintage, the 1896-S has been a collector favorite for decades. This amber-tinged slate-gray example shows the effects of years of circulation--even wear with a number of abrasions--yet the eye appeal holds together. All letters of LIBERTY are weak but completely readable. Population: 10 in 15, 86 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

460

1897 25C MS66 PCGS. A stunning coin that boasts even blue and gray toning over the entire obverse and reverse. Luster glows through from the fields, and everything about this piece is attractive. Excellent surfaces are the rule for this lofty grade, and close examination will note one faint scuff in the upper right obverse field near the stars and a couple of trivial ticks elsewhere. Sharply struck throughout, with a hint of weakness reserved for the uppermost feather tips on the arrows, as nearly always seen on this series. NGC and PCGS have graded a combined 21 pieces this high and, importantly, just a single coin higher of this date (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

461

1897-O 25C MS66 PCGS. The 1897 branch mint quarters are key issues in the series, although they are more plentiful than the "big three" of this design, the 1896-S, 1901-S, and 1913-S quarters. This boldly detailed piece has full satin luster beneath light gold patina with splendid bright blue and russet accents. Population: 8 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

462

1897-S 25C MS65 PCGS. Totally white and brightly lustrous, with above-average eye appeal even for a Gem. For the year, 542,229 pieces were struck, making this one of the scarcer issues. The combined NGC and PCGS population reports show a total of 18 pieces graded this high, with eight graded higher for this date and mintmark (2/09). The strike on this coin is needle-sharp, with no signs of weakness; even the arrow feathers are full and complete. Faint die cracks are noted on both dies around the periphery. An outstanding coin for the collector who appreciates brilliant, untoned coins.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

463

1898-S 25C MS65 PCGS. The first of three S-mint dates sent to the Philippines. Both branch mint issues are rare in Mint State. Dave Lawrence and John Feigenbaum state that the 1898-S is undervalued and may rank second to the 1901-S. This piece has surfaces that are bright-white and extremely lustrous. There are a couple of minor milling marks near Liberty's temple and a nick or two on her cheek that kept this coin from a higher grade. The strike is exceptional, with full details on the eagle's claws and the arrow feathers. Another scarce coin in Gem grade, as reflected in the NGC and PCGS population reports showing 13 graded this high, and only six coins finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

464

1900-S 25C MS67 NGC. Type One Obverse / Type Two Reverse. Like the 1898-S and 1899-S, the 1900-S was placed into circulation in the Philippines as well as in the western United States. Since few coins were preserved in either locale, it is little wonder that the present Superb Gem represents a fleeting opportunity for students of this turn-of-the-century quarter series. The surfaces are bathed in satiny luster, and are brilliant and completely untoned. There is not a single flatly struck device, nor are there any abrasions that would seem to preclude an even higher grade. A thin die crack is seen at the lower left of the truncation extending to star 1. Another extremely delicate crack connects stars 4, 5, and 6. A pristine, Condition Census specimen. Total population by both services: 6 in 67, none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

465

1901 25C MS66 PCGS. Type Three Reverse. Untoned or nearly so, with a bright, frosty sheen and excellent definition on even the finest details. The supply of 1901 quarters above the near-Gem level dwindles rapidly, with Gems easily scarce and MS66 pieces rarities. Population: 10 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

466

1901-S 25C Good 6 PCGS. With its low mintage and even lower survival rate, the 1901-S is the undisputed key of the Barber quarter series and is highly sought after in all grades. This original piece has light steel-gray surfaces showing deeper charcoal-gray accents around the devices.(Registry values: N2998)

467

1902 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Speckled sea-green and reddish-gold toning permeates the underlying frosty surfaces, gathering strength about the peripheral devices. The strike is reasonably sharp, and there are few appreciable abrasions. Difficult to find nicer than this Premium Gem. Population: 24 in 66, 3 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

468

1902-O 25C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg. One of the most attractive 1902-O quarters that we have ever handled. The silver-gray surfaces show no hint of color and are essentially mark-free, with razor-sharp striking detail. NGC and PCGS combined report only eight coins in MS66, with one finer (2/09).
Ex: Purchased by J.M. Clapp directly from the New Orleans Mint (October 1902); John H. Clapp; Clapp estate; Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers & Merena, 4/1997), lot 1577; unknown intermediaries; Long Beach Signature Sale (Heritage, 9/2003), lot 6709; JFS Collection (Heritage, 8/2004), lot 4090.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

469

1902-S 25C MS65 NGC. Untoned throughout with a bright cartwheel sheen and strong definition in virtually all areas. Collectors of the Barber quarter series eagerly seek any Mint State 1902-S, and an attractive Gem example such as this piece enjoys even greater demand. Census: 9 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

470

1902-S 25C MS66 NGC. Ex: Richmond Collection. This exciting piece is noteworthy for having crystal-clear definition on all of the design elements, and flashy, intense mint luster across the fully brilliant silver-white surfaces. Impressively preserved and nearly pristine; a beautiful Premium Gem example of this conditionally scarce San Francisco Mint issue. Census: 5 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

471

1903 25C MS66 NGC. A lovely Premium Gem with deep steel, olive, and blue toning on both sides. The design motifs are all bold, and the fields offer dazzling luster. Thorough evaluation beneath a loupe locates inconspicuous marks on the cheek. Tied for the finest that has been certified by either major grading company. Census: 3 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2007), lot 596, which realized $5,175.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

472

1903-O 25C MS65 PCGS. The 1903-O comes fairly nice for a New Orleans Mint representative, as evidenced by the crisp definition in Liberty's hair, the eagle's plumage, and even the upper right corner of the shield; some minor softness is noted in the arrow feathers and the adjacent claw. Splotches of olive-green, grayish-blue, and mauve adhere to highly lustrous surfaces. Some minor handling marks concealed within the toning of Liberty's cheek and neck likely preclude an even higher grade assignment. Population: 11 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

473

1903-O 25C MS66 PCGS. The 1903-O is a scarce New Orleans issue in the Barber quarter series. Low intensity multicolored toning with aqua, gold, and light gray colors envelops highly lustrous surfaces that reveal just a few minute marks on Liberty's cheek and neck. The design features are sharply impressed, with particularly strong definition on the shield. Population: 4 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

474

1903-O 25C MS66 PCGS. A gorgeous Premium Gem representative of this 20th century O-mint Barber quarter issue, highly elusive in Mint State grades despite a mintage of 3.5 million pieces. The present example is profoundly lustrous beneath waves of dappled gold, forest-green, and sage patina. Beautiful striking definition and impressive preservation complete the immense eye appeal. With just four coins graded at this level by PCGS and only one coin finer (3/09), this is a condition rarity of the highest order.(Registry values: N4719)

475

1904 25C MS67 PCGS. Boldly struck with deep, satiny brilliance. Although minted in significant numbers (over 14 million pieces), the 1904 is more difficult in Mint State than the typical P-mint Barber quarter and is infrequently found at the Gem level. This is the lone MS67 example known to PCGS (2/09), making it a Registry collector essential.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

476

1905 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Honey-gold dominates the reverse, while the obverse has a gunmetal-gray center and a forest-green periphery. Luster bathes the needle-sharp surfaces. The fields appear immaculate, and the portrait is unabraded aside from faint marks above the ear. Population: 11 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

477

1906 25C MS66 PCGS. Freckles of barely discernible light tan with gleaming semi-prooflike fields and pinpoint sharpness in nearly all areas. A few microscopic marks are noted on Liberty's portrait, while the balance of the coin is virtually flawless. Population: 14 in 66, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

478

1906-O 25C MS66 PCGS. A high-ranking survivor from this elusive O-mint quarter issue. Unlike the majority of known specimens, the striking details on this coin are firmly impressed on both sides with no singular area of weakness. The mint luster is thick, frosted, and essentially untoned. As an identifier, a small black spot is noted under the eagle's right (facing) wing. Population: 20 in 66, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

479

1906-O 25C MS67 PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. Brightly lustrous and crisply detailed with only a hint of green-gold peripheral toning. The carefully preserved surfaces are pale silver-gray elsewhere. Of the three 1906-dated quarter issues, the O-mint has the lowest mintage, with just over 2 million pieces coined. PCGS has graded five coins as MS67 and none finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

480

1907-D 25C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg. Few quarters from the Denver Mint's second year of issue can compare to this original representative. Speckled golden-gray and lilac toning graces both sides, with arcs of deeper gold-orange color near the rims, and the strike is above-average. The heralded Eliasberg pedigree crowns the coin. Population: 3 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

481

1907-D 25C MS66 NGC. This strongly lustrous Premium Gem has immense eye appeal overall. Light tan-gold color is noted at the peripheries. The obverse is solidly struck and minimally marked, though softness is evident on the eagle's talons. A minor planchet flaw is visible below the E in STATES as well. One of only three examples certified in this grade by NGC, and tied with those and three others at PCGS for the finest certified (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

482

1907-S 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. The first quarter issue struck at San Francisco after the city's devastating earthquake of 1906, the 1907-S was little-saved at the time and Gem examples are rarities today. This is one such coin, impressively lustrous with hints of golden toning visiting otherwise silver-white surfaces. Population: 11 in 65, 8 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

483

1909 25C MS67 NGC. This brilliant and lustrous Superb Gem has an intricate strike and exceptional eye appeal. As expected from its production of more than 9 million pieces, the 1909 is a common date. However, any Barber quarter is rare in MS67, and the 1909 is no exception. As Breen related in his 1988 Encyclopedia: "William Pukall, A.C. Gies, and Wayte Raymond during the 1930s accumulated rolls of all Barber coins ... Scarcity levels generally follow mintage figures." This coin is most likely from one of those early hoarders of Barber coinage. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

484

1909-D 25C MS66 PCGS. The 1909-D quarter, with a mintage of more than 5 million pieces, is a relatively common date through the lower levels of Mint State, but seldom seen at the Premium Gem ranking. Medium intensity bluish-gray, lavender, and gold toning rests on radiantly lustrous surfaces, and a well-executed strike is seen over the devices on each side. A few minuscule marks may have prevented an even higher grade. An extremely attractive type coin. Population: 15 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

485

1910-D 25C MS66 PCGS. Fully brilliant silver surfaces with excellent mint frost. This sharply detailed Premium Gem is only exceeded by a single example that PCGS has certified as MS67. The overall eye appeal is exceptional; it is truly a coin that the connoisseur will appreciate. Population: 10 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

486

1911 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Surprisingly few high grade 1911 quarters were preserved out of the mintage of 3.72 million pieces. This is a beautiful, fully brilliant example that has thickly frosted mint luster. Fully struck on the reverse, with only the most trivial softness noted (with magnification) on the obverse. The surfaces are exceedingly smooth and show no obvious abrasions on either side. Population: 9 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

487

1911-D 25C MS64 NGC. The 1911-D has a mintage of fewer than 1 million pieces, and is surprisingly difficult to locate in VF or better grades. The present crisply struck near-Gem has light silver-gray toning and a beautifully preserved reverse. Census: 14 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

488

1911-S 25C MS66 PCGS. The low mintage late in the series for this issue was slightly under 1 million coins. This example is sensationally preserved and well struck, with luster that radiates brightly around the devices. The surfaces are speckled with light champagne and violet toning, and the fields and devices are nearly blemish-free. There are relatively few marks traceable, even after inspection with a loupe. Overall, a spectacular S-mint Premium Gem that without doubt will be worth every cent paid for it in auction. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 36 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

489

1911-S 25C MS67 PCGS. Snow-white with radiant luster and a fairly sharp strike. No signs of toning can be seen, and this coin appears as fresh as the day it was minted. The surfaces are stunning, with satiny mint frost throughout. Close examination will locate a couple of trivial ticks, which are noted for identification purposes: one on Liberty's nose, another on her jaw, and last a small milling mark on the second upper leaf on her crown from the bottom. Mintage for the year came in at 988,000 pieces, making this a slightly better issue. Of course in this lofty grade only a few are found, and any date becomes a condition rarity in this state of preservation. Housed in an older green insert PCGS holder. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

490

1912-S 25C MS67 NGC. Both sides of this frosty Superb Gem are fully brilliant with no evidence of toning; the surfaces have bright silver-white color. This example is remarkably well struck with virtually full obverse and reverse details. The mintmark is positioned right of center below the eagle's tail, over the space between R and D. Census: 2 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

491

1913-D 25C MS65 PCGS. Impressively lustrous and well-defined with just one mark of note, a horizontal one on Liberty's neck. Blue-green, violet, and peach peripheral shadings appear intermittently. Population: 27 in 65, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

492

1913-D 25C MS67 NGC. Both sides display unimpaired satiny luster with sustained brightness in the fields. There are no mentionable striking anomalies, save for just a hint of softness on the arrow feathers and adjacent claw. The essentially untoned surfaces are free of post-production disruptions. Like most issues in this popular series, the '13-D is obtainable for a price in lower grades, but undeniably rare at the Superb Gem level. One of two finest certified (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

493

1915 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. A nearly flawless representative whose satiny, well frosted surfaces are highlighted in speckled golden-gray toning. Close examination reveals a small spot by star 6. Population: 13 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2005), lot 2753.(Registry values: N2998)

494

1915 25C MS67 NGC. Shimmering luster radiates from the satiny, silver-white surfaces, which are distraction-free and nearly pristine. A boldly struck and delightful Superb Gem, from this next-to-last year of the Barber quarter design. One of only two pieces certified at MS67 by NGC, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

495

1915-S 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. A frosty and essentially untoned Superb Gem survivor of a later Barber quarter issue rarely found so fine. The strike is uncharacteristically bold with sharp details present on Liberty's hair strands, the star centrils, and all but a tiny area on the upper right portion of the shield on the reverse. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

496

1916 25C MS67 PCGS. The majority of production in the final year of the Barber quarter design was delegated to the Denver Mint, but it appears that enough of the P-mints were set aside to compensate for the issue's lower mintage. That said, it is unusual to find an MS66 representative and MS67s are very scarce. Offered here is a nearly flawless example that is quite frosty under a layer of reddish-gold patina. A well executed strike delivers virtually complete definition to the design elements. The coin's Superb status is immediately and clearly evident. Those who collect transitional issues would be hard pressed to locate a comparable 1916 Barber. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

497

1916-D 25C MS66 PCGS. Final year of issue and a popular type coin as such, with numerous high grade examples available in both MS65 and MS66. This is a sharply defined example that has shimmering mint luster and is nearly untoned. Population: 94 in 66, 6 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

498

1916-D 25C MS67 NGC. The 1916-D is generally considered the most common date in the Barber quarter series. Examples in the lofty grade of MS67 such as the present offering, however, are rare. Dazzling luster exudes from both sides, each of which shows splashes of sea-green and golden-orange patina. A well executed strike delivers virtually complete delineation to the design elements. Impeccably preserved throughout. Census: 10 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Barber Quarters

499

1892 25C PR67 NGC. Type Two Reverse. The obverse has iridescent lavender, powder-blue, and gold colors, while the reverse has bright golden-brown and apple-green patina. The strike is razor-sharp, and the surfaces are gloriously preserved. A design contest was held in 1891 for a replacement of the long-lived Seated Liberty type. Chief Engraver Charles Barber was one of judges, and he rejected all entries. Ultimately, his own design for the dime, quarter, and half dollar was approved. Census: 28 in 67, 9 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

500

1892 25C PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Type Two Reverse. An exquisitely struck specimen with imposing cameo contrast. Lovely, dark peripheral toning is seen on each side, and gives the piece a look of unquestioned originality. An immensely popular first-year issue, very important for type collectors and proof date collectors alike. Population: 7 in 65 Cameo, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

501

1892 25C PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. Always popular as the first year of type, and also well preserved because of the novelty of the new design, this piece possesses even more eye appeal than the normal 1892 quarter. The fields are brilliant throughout and show unfathomable depth of mirrored reflectivity, and the devices are heavily frosted. A couple of faint luster grazes on Liberty's neck are the only noticeable flaws on this otherwise pristine coin. Population: 8 in 65 Deep Cameo, 15 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

502

1893 25C PR67 Cameo PCGS. This is a sharply struck Superb Gem with obverse contrast that approaches the Deep Cameo designation, while the lightly toned golden-tan reverse also has noticeable field-device variance. Close inspection reveals no significant marks or spots. From a mintage of 792 proofs. Population: 11 in 67 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

503

1894 25C PR65 NGC. CAC. Peach-gold fields and ocean-blue margins ensure the eye appeal of this needle-sharp Gem. The flashy fields provide mild contrast with the lightly frosted motifs. A pleasing representative of the Barber design.(Registry values: N1793)

504

1894 25C PR65 Cameo PCGS. The untoned surfaces of this Gem proof display boldly struck design elements standing in sharp contrast with the deeply mirrored fields. Magnification brings out an occasional hairline interspersed with die polish lines. Population: 19 in 65 Cameo, 15 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

505

1895 25C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. This high end representative possesses extraordinary eye appeal. Perhaps the most impressive feature is the remarkable degree of cameo contrast between the richly frosted devices and the glassy, deeply mirrored fields. Neither toning nor grade-limiting blemishes interrupt the radiant sheen of this fully detailed Superb Gem. The typically seen "shepherd's hook" inverted lintmark is visible in front of Liberty's eye. Population: 2 in 67 Deep Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

506

1897 25C PR66 PCGS. A pleasingly mirrored Premium Gem proof. Both sides offer glimpses of contrast through thin silver-gray and champagne toning that deepens to gold-orange at the upper obverse. Strong quality and eye appeal for this issue of 731 specimens. Population: 25 in 66, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

507

1897 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. An intricately detailed proof striking that is brilliant throughout. The fields are very deeply mirrored and the devices heavily frosted (if this is a Cameo, then how much frost has to be on an Ultra Cameo?). Close examination reveals no obvious or distracting contact marks on either side. An outstanding type coin. Census: 9 in 67 Cameo, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

508

1897 25C PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. Without a doubt, this Superb Gem Ultra Cameo proof is one of the most beautiful Barber quarters in existence. It combines incredibly heavy mint frost on the devices with mirrored fields of seemingly unlimited depth. A critical examination with a glass fails to reveal more than the tiniest contact marks, those being entirely invisible to the naked eye. Census: 4 in 68 Ultra Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

509

1898 25C PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. When it comes to contrast, perhaps no other late 19th century silver proof issues have greater consistency than those struck in 1898. The high grade specimen offered here illustrates the point, fully brilliant on each side and displaying predictably dramatic contrast. Population: 6 in 66 Deep Cameo, 18 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

510

1898 25C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. The Philadelphia Mint had perfected the manufacturing techniques of proof coinage by the late 1890s. Proof coins from this era can hold their own with the best examples produced today, as evidenced by the magnificent coin offered here. The frosty devices of this Superb Gem proof appear to float over the deep watery fields, and whispers of light gold and violet appear at the borders under magnification. A solid strike manifests itself in complete definition on the design elements. The surfaces of both sides are impeccably preserved. The original proof mintage of just 735 pieces has been drastically reduced over the years by improper cleaning, and many examples were spent by noncollecting heirs during the hard days of the Depression. Population: 13 in 67 Deep Cameo, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

511

1900 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. The icy-white devices have irrefutable contrast with the splendidly mirrored fields. The strike is seemingly unimprovable, and the surfaces are completely free from postproduction distractions. The wispy die polish lines below Liberty's ear are strictly of mint origin. Although its mintage of 912 pieces is low by any modern measure, the 1900 issue has the highest proof production of the series after 1894, perhaps due to its turn-of-the-century date. Census: 14 in 67 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

512

1900 25C PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. A gleaming Superb Gem that offers pronounced field-to-device contrast. The heavily frosted portrait and eagle show occasional golden-tan elements, whereas the fields are essentially untoned. All things considered, a wonderful specimen of this turn-of-the-century issue. Population: 4 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

513

1901 25C PR67 Cameo PCGS. A fully brilliant and entirely untoned Superb Gem with amazing cameo contrast, the surfaces entirely void of contact marks or other blemishes. Advanced Barber coinage specialists will greet the present offering with considerable enthusiasm, for Cameo proof 1901 and later Barber quarters, especially through 1905, are extremely important condition rarities. At the time, the Mint workmen were instructed to subdue cameo contrast as undesirable. To illustrate the rarity, PCGS has certified 213 proof Barber quarters dated 1901, but only 25 of those pieces are designated Cameo, and just one is a Deep Cameo. None have been certified numerically finer than the present piece. Population: 3 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

514

1902 25C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. Gleaming, fully brilliant mirrored surfaces offer an unusual degree of contrast for this early 20th century issue and look essentially as they did when struck. A plethora of tiny die lines on the portrait are the result of the minting process. Population: 3 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

515

1903 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. The icy-white devices offer impressive contrast with the deeply mirrored fields. This meticulously struck Superb Gem is brilliant and essentially pristine. A small area near Liberty's ear has a reflective surface, an annually recurring Mint-made feature due to energetic polishing of the working hub on the part of a Mint employee. Just 755 pieces were struck. Population: 8 in 67 Cameo, 11 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (1/2004), lot 6139.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

516

1904 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. A white-on-black beauty with radiant, snowy devices and refreshingly unperturbed fields. The third obverse star is soft, but the remainder of the design is boldly impressed. The mirrored surface near the lower ear is Mint-made and characteristic of proof quarters from this era. A mere 670 proofs were issued. Census: 5 in 66 Cameo, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

517

1904 25C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Rich apricot, powder-blue, and yellow-gold toning adorns this unassailable Superb Gem. Even the fletchings and shield corners appear fully brought up. Only 670 proofs were struck, and few survivors remain in comparable quality. Population: 2 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

518

1905 25C PR65 PCGS. Pale gold-gray patina has settled over parts of each side, though the mirrors on this Gem proof shine through. Strongly struck and pleasingly preserved. Population: 48 in 65, 39 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

519

1905 25C PR66 NGC. Medium orange-tan patina accented with electric-blue covers the obverse, while bluish-purple with orange accents visits the reverse. Sharply struck and well preserved throughout. Census: 34 in 66, 25 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

520

1905 25C PR68 PCGS. CAC. In the post-Cameo era of proof Barber coinage, often the most attractive specimens are those with considerable patina. The toning drapes minimally contrasted surfaces, adding substantial visual interest. This beautifully preserved, sharply struck example meets that description, with a vibrant melange of sapphire, amethyst, green-gold, and rose patina across each side. Magnificent eye appeal. One of the finest survivors out of just 727 struck; NGC has graded just three PR68 pieces and PCGS just two, with none finer at either service (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

521

1905 25C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. The surfaces are essentially brilliant, although a faint hint of golden-rose patina is visible when the coin is rotated beneath a light. The cameo effect between the design elements and the fields is readily apparent on each side. Population: 2 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

522

1906 25C PR68 ★ NGC. A brilliant and penetratingly struck Superb Gem. Both sides display noticeable white on black contrast, although NGC has yet to certify any 1906 quarter as Cameo or Ultra Cameo. In fact, 1906 is the only proof Barber quarter in the series that has no Cameo or finer examples certified by NGC. They have encapsulated eight pieces as PR68, but among those, only the present piece has a Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

523

1907 25C PR68 PCGS. CAC. Much cameo contrast is apparent on both sides of this lovely proof, although not noted on the old-style small PCGS holder. A melange of russet, sage, and violet alternates with silver color on the obverse; the reverse shows a bit deeper hues from the same palette. Both sides are essentially mark-free, even after close examination under a high-powered loupe. From a proof mintage of 575 pieces, this Barber quarter is tied with one other at PCGS and 11 examples at NGC for the honor of finest certified (3/09). Type coins such as this piece have enduring popularity in the numismatic marketplace, and justly so.(Registry values: N4719)

524

1907 25C PR68 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. A well preserved and untoned Superb Gem with essentially pristine surfaces. The icy-white devices and legends have imposing cameo contrast with the deeply mirrored fields. The strike is not quite full on the right (facing) claw, but the portrait and plumage details are bold. Close examination under a light reveals some mottled, opaque toning on Liberty's head and cap. Certainly a memorable example for the quality-conscious Barber collector. Population: 2 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

525

1909 25C PR68 NGC. A gorgeous proof with razor-sharp striking definition and deep layers of purple, lilac, gold, and sky-blue toning across the two sides. Free of detracting marks or hairlines, and one of the finest known representatives of this issue, which originally consisted of 650 pieces. Census: 11 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

526

1909 25C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Variegated champagne-rose and pearl-gray color is seen over the obverse, while wisps of pale gold color are all that prevent a fully brilliant reverse. The devices show surprisingly thick mint frost against the deeply reflective fields, and the strike is completely brought up in all areas. A magnificently preserved Superb Gem. A mere 650 proofs were issued. Population: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

527

1910 25C PR67 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg. Wispy golden-brown color is barely visible on this gorgeously preserved specimen. Incompletely struck, but otherwise apparently flawless. Although the older green label PCGS insert does not designate this exquisite Superb Gem as a Cameo, the frosty devices show undeniable contrast against the mirrored fields. Population: 16 in 67, 5 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1602, which realized $5,060.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

528

1910 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. The 1910 proof quarter has a relatively high survival rate despite its low mintage of 551 pieces. The exquisitely struck frosty design elements of this untoned Premium Gem appear to float over the deep watery fields. Both sides are lovingly preserved. Census: 16 in 66 Cameo, 24 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

529

1910 25C PR68 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. Glorious surfaces are smooth and distraction-free from rim to rim. There are no ill-defined features, and the warmly frosted devices appear to float atop placid, glassy fields. The lightest whispers of golden iridescence are seen in a few areas toward the rims. A wonder coin that would form the centerpiece of either an advanced Barber quarter collection or a superb quality type set. Population: 2 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

530

1911 25C PR68 Cameo NGC. Exquisite and sure to delight high quality proof type collectors, this coin is devoid of even the slightest toning. As such, one can fully appreciate the awe-inspiring cameo contrast between the frosty textured devices and deeply mirrored fields. Pinpoint striking definition is noted throughout, and there are no grade-limiting blemishes. Census: 12 in 68 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

531

1912 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. A fascinating example that looks more like an 1892 proof quarter than one from 1912, in that the cameo contrast is bold and the frost on the devices is thick, a departure from the typical late-date proof look for the series. Light silver-gray patina has settled over the strong mirrors, and green-gold elements are present at the margins. Strong eye appeal. Census: 6 in 66 Cameo, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

532

1913 25C PR65 Cameo PCGS. While the devices are not thickly frosted, both sides of this minimally toned piece display significant contrast. Carefully preserved and well struck, except for the usual softness in the upper right corner of the shield. Population: 2 in 65 Cameo, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

533

1914 25C PR68 PCGS. CAC. After initial strong sales in 1892, demand for silver proof sets waned rapidly, as collectors gave the Barber design the cold shoulder. Production showed a distinct downward trend throughout the lifetime of the design, reaching its nadir in 1914. In that year, Philadelphia struck a mere 380 proof quarters; this was the lowest reported proof mintage for the denomination since 1858.
Of those 380 pieces, this is one of the most undeniably appealing survivors, one of four PR68 pieces graded by PCGS with none finer (3/09). The decisively struck and gleaming specimen offers a delightful melange of gold, rose, sea-green, aqua, and violet patina. Impressively preserved, virtually pristine, and a delight to behold.(Registry values: N4719)

534

1914 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. The 380-piece 1914 proof mintage is the lowest of the Barber quarter series. While a fair number of non-Cameos have been graded by NGC and PCGS, only about 30 or so have been assigned the Cameo designation, and none Ultra or Deep Cameo. This essentially untoned Superb Gem displays outstanding field-motif contrast and is exquisitely struck throughout. No flaws are visible on either side. Census: 2 in 67 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

535

1915 25C PR66 PCGS. CAC. For the last two years of proof Barber coinage, mintages fell significantly from previous levels; in 1915, for example, just 450 quarters were struck. This Premium Gem from that meager mintage offers excellent eye appeal. The obverse is primarily pale gold-gray with hints of lavender and orange at the margins; these colors dominate much of the reverse. Population: 9 in 66, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Standing Liberty Quarters

536

1916 25C Good 6 PCGS. Though heavy wear has worn into the digits of the date, the distinctive folds of drapery at Liberty's lower body are diagnostic. This medium-gray example shows hints of green-gold in a crescent at the upper obverse. An appealing and accessible example of this popular 20th century key.(Registry values: N1)

537

1916 25C XF45 PCGS. To guard against the low-mintage 1916 Standing Liberty quarter being hoarded, officials within the Treasury mixed that year's production with Type One 1917 quarters and released the two at the same time. The strategy worked perhaps too well, and today, even high-end circulated pieces are more elusive than they might have been. Mingled slate-gray and dusky gold-orange shadings enrich each side of this Choice XF survivor. Despite light wear, both the recessed details and the four digits of the date remain sharp. A great coin that could fit into an otherwise AU or lower Mint State set.(Registry values: N2998)

538

1916 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc. Details. A lustrous and crisply struck representative of this coveted low mintage introductory date. This piece will appear unimpaired to the typical collector, but a few hairlines emerge upon rotation at exotic angles to the light. These hairlines are minor throughout, but are most apparent over Liberty's shield.(Registry values: N2998)

539

1916 25C AU58 Full Head NGC. The 1916 is the most sought-after coin in the Standing Liberty quarter series, even more so than the 1918/7-S. About Uncirculated examples with a Full Head are difficult to acquire; indeed, only about 40 such coins have been certified. Ample luster resides on both sides of this near-Mint Full Head specimen. The overall strike is quite good. All rivets show, for example, as do Liberty's toes and the eagle's plumage. Streaks of golden-tan and deep purple make occasional visits to this remarkably clean piece.(Registry values: N2998)

540

1916 25C MS63 Full Head PCGS. Though the centers of this key-date coin show slight striking softness, the upper periphery is sufficiently well-defined as to merit the Full Head designation. This lustrous piece has mostly subtle silver-blue and gold toning, though parts of the margins and a streak on the eagle's right (facing) wing are russet. Modestly abraded for the grade and highly desirable.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

541

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. CAC. Light olive and golden-tan patina covers both sides of this attractive Gem. Sharply struck, with well cared-for lustrous surfaces. A popular and briefly coined type.(Registry values: N1793)

542

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. CAC. Well struck with pleasing, light speckled patina and shimmering mint luster. Both sides of the piece are blemish-free. A lovely Gem example of this brief two-year type.(Registry values: N1793)

543

1917 25C Type One MS67 Full Head NGC. The glittering surfaces of this Superb Gem display immaculate preservation and distinctly mattelike, fine-grain textures in the fields. The design elements are crisply and fully rendered, including Liberty's head and shield, as are the eagle's head, wings, and breast feathers. The bright, satiny surfaces are essentially untoned, except for hints of ice-blue in the fields and faint gold accents along the rims. Census: 56 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

544

1917 25C Type One MS67 Full Head NGC. This Superb piece exhibits rare quality for an example of the 1917 Type One quarter. With Full Head definition, this issue currently has 56 examples (and none finer) graded as MS67 by NGC (3/09); but this is not a large number at all considering the original mintage of 8.74 million pieces. Well struck and exquisitely preserved, with sparkling luster and attractive light toning, this coin should satisfy the needs of even the most demanding series specialist.(Registry values: N2998)

545

1917-D 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. Marvelous frosty luster endows this Gem, and a well executed strike sharpens the design elements. Not only is the the head fully struck, but the horizontal and vertical lines in the shield are crisp, as are the rivets. A few grade-consistent marks are visible on the untoned surfaces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

546

1917-D 25C Type One MS66 Full Head PCGS. The intricate design details are crisply and almost completely reproduced, except for a slight degree of weakness on Liberty's shield rivets. Her head and breast are fully struck, however; as are the eagle's wings and breast feathers. Lovely original toning adorns the lustrous, well preserved surfaces. This Type One variety was soon to be replaced by a new design which covered Liberty's scandalously exposed breast.(Registry values: N1793)

547

1917-S 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. The 1917-S Type One quarter is by far the toughest of the three 1917 dates to locate with a Full Head. Five percent or less of the '17-S falls into this category, while 80% of the Philadelphia and 25% of the Denver issues are struck with Full Heads. Vibrant luster endows this Gem, along with soft violet and champagne-gold patina. Sharply struck, with just a few minor marks that likely prevent an even higher grade.(Registry values: N1793)

548

1917-S 25C Type One MS66 Full Head PCGS. A truly superlative example of this popular type coin, with booming luster radiating from each side of the silver-white surfaces. The strike is bold, not only on the head, but also on the shield lines and rivets, all of which are essentially full. The branch mint issues, especially of the Type One design, appear significantly underpriced compared to their surviving populations versus the 1917-P. Population: 58 in 66 Full Head, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

549

1917 25C Type Two MS67 Full Head NGC. A highly lustrous and essentially brilliant Superb Gem. The reverse is virtually free of even the slightest contact, while the obverse is also gorgeously preserved. The shield rivets have unusual definition for a Type Two, and the waist and inner shield are sharp. The head is exquisitely detailed, with the hairline and ear hole strongly detailed. A magnificent coin that is worthy of the finest type set or specialized holding. Census: 10 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

550

1917-S 25C Type Two MS65 Full Head PCGS. The 1917-S Type Two quarter is infrequently seen with a Full Head. Indeed, three percent or less are so struck. This Gem displays not only a Full Head, but also shows most of the stripes in the inner shield. Just a wisp or two of light gold color visits the highly lustrous surfaces. This is a nicely preserved piece. Population: 53 in 65 Full Head, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

551

1918 25C MS67 Full Head PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. An underrated issue in MS67 Full Head. This distinctive Superb Gem that is boldly impressed, not only at Liberty's head but at her shield as well. Each side offers potent, shining luster with a light layer of intermittent golden toning. Exquisite eye appeal. Population: 9 in 67 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

552

1918-D 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. CAC. Rich gold-orange and soft silver-gray color characterizes each side, while the reverse also shows an outer ring of blue. Above-average detail for the issue and great eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

553

1918-D 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. The 1918-D quarter tends to be poorly struck. In this regard, J.H. Cline (2007) estimates only three percent are struck with Full Heads. This Premium Gem displays a sharp overall strike in addition to a Full Head. Most of the stripes are visible in the inner shield, and the chain mail is crisp. Only the two rivets near the abdomen reveal the usual softness. The lustrous surfaces display a few freckles of dark gray and are impeccably preserved. Population: 17 in 66 Full Head, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

554

1918-S 25C MS63 Full Head NGC. Soft golden-gray patina is accented with whispers of purple at the obverse margins. Lustrous surfaces exhibit well struck design features, except for typical softness in the two rivets near the abdomen. A few minute marks limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

555

1918/7-S 25C Fine 15 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-008.5. Outstanding quality for the grade assigned; while the level of detail is consistent with the designation, the smoothness of the gold-gray surfaces and the even nature of the wear are particularly noteworthy. The date and the all-important overdigit are bold. A readily appreciable example of this popular Guide Book variety.(Registry values: N1793)

556

1918/7-S 25C --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. FS-101, formerly FS-008.5. Standing Liberty quarter expert J. H. Cline believes the 1918/7-S quarter to be the rarest and most valuable issue of the entire series. This piece is satiny and untoned, with stone-white surfaces that reveal moderate high point wear and very few marks whatsoever. A somewhat subdued overall appearance is the result of harsh cleaning.(Registry values: N4719)

557

1918/7-S 25C --Whizzed--ICG. AU50 Details. FS-101, formerly FS-008.5. An attractive example of this popular numismatic rarity. The 1918/7-S overdate quarter was not discovered until 1937, when it first appeared in a public auction. Since then, it has been recognized as a scarce item regardless of grade level, and an important key date in the series. This piece, although "smoothed" by whizzing on both sides, retains a great deal of design detail, including the obvious overdate feature.(Registry values: N4719)

558

1919 25C MS67 Full Head PCGS. The 1919 quarter is relatively available through the Gem level of preservation, even in Full Head. Superb Gems with the latter designation, however, are scarce. All of the design elements are sharply impressed, including the stripes of the inner shield, the chain mail, and the eagle's plumage. Golden-tan patina concentrates at the margins of the highly lustrous surfaces. Beautifully preserved and housed in a green label holder. Population: 9 in 67 Full Head, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

559

1919-D 25C MS64 PCGS. Strongly lustrous and essentially untoned with few marks for the grade. Though the strike is flat on Liberty's head and her shield and the eagle's body, this is typical for the issue.(Registry values: N1793)

560

1919-S 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. While S-mint Standing Liberty quarters rarely come with Full Head detail, a handful of examples such as the present near-Gem act as delightful exceptions to the rule. It offers substantially above-average detail in all respects, and strong luster shines through patches of gold-orange, green, and sky-blue patina. Population: 13 in 64 Full Head, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

561

1921 25C MS65 PCGS. This bold and impressive example is satiny with brilliant silver luster and hints of pale champagne toning. Only a touch of softness on Liberty's head precludes a Full Head designation. An excellent Gem example of this popular semi-key Philadelphia issue. PCGS has graded 15 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

562

1921 25C MS65 NGC. Frosty luster radiates powerfully from the surfaces of this lovely Gem. Few marks are seen on either side. The strike is rather weak, showing softness on the head, shield, olive stem, and other areas. Prominent die polishing lines are noted on the reverse. Cline's Standing Liberty quarter reference notes that there appear to be two designs from this year: one with weak strikes before the redesign, another with sharp strikes afterward. This is an appealing key-date example despite the striking weakness, with superior unbroken luster, few marks, and exceptional eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

563

1921 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. Delicate honey toning visits this thoroughly lustrous and meticulously impressed Gem. Both sides are splendidly smooth, and the eye appeal is formidable. The 1921 is a low mintage issue, since the Philadelphia Mint concentrated on silver dollar production that year. Population: 46 in 65 Full Head, 20 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

564

1923 25C MS65 Full Head ICG. This Gem exhibits a very sharp strike. Not only is Liberty's head full, but the vertical shield stripes are crisp, as are the rivets and chain mail. Radiant luster issues from both sides, and light tan-gold patina settles at the margins. A few minor reverse ticks on the impeccably preserved surfaces may well preclude an even better grade.(Registry values: N2998)

565

1923-S 25C AU55 PCGS. An unmarked silver-gray representative with light wear on the device highpoints. The 1923-S has a low mintage due to high Peace dollar production at San Francisco that year.(Registry values: N991)

566

1923-S 25C MS62 PCGS. CAC. Pleasingly lustrous with hints of golden peripheral toning and silver-white centers. Softly struck overall, as usual, with faint abrasions on the figure of Liberty.(Registry values: N991)

567

1923-S 25C MS64 PCGS. This near-Gem key date representative is endowed with vibrant luster. Though falling somewhat short of Full Head, the design features are nevertheless well impressed. Dapples of cobalt-blue, purple, and gold-orange patina race over each side. The minor reverse marks are fewer than what might be expected for the designated grade.(Registry values: N1793)

568

1924 25C MS67 Full Head NGC. Astonishing quality. Standing Liberty quarters can usually be found in most major auctions with full strikes and the bright luster the series is known for, but this is truly an exceptional piece. The surfaces sparkle with mint frost, and the coin has a somewhat granular texture that is most appealing. Oddly enough, this appears to be in part from having been struck from slightly rusted dies, most notably on the reverse. Brilliant throughout. Census: 12 in 67 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

569

1924 25C MS67 Full Head NGC. A Superb Gem example of this Philadelphia Mint product, which marks the first year of thinner numerals in the date compared with earlier issues. Solidly struck and highly lustrous, with a beautiful frosty sheen and untoned silver-white surfaces. A faintly granular texture (as made) is noted over much of the obverse, and a wispy die crack connects the date numerals, as often seen on this issue. Both sides of the piece are impressively preserved. Census: 12 in 67 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

570

1924-S 25C MS66 PCGS. Fantastically lustrous with above-average detail that falls just shy of Full Head status. This minimally toned Premium Gem is carefully preserved. Population: 24 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

571

1924-S 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. The 1924-S quarter is very scarce in Full Head. J.H. Cline (2007) estimates that less than 2% are struck with this feature. This Gem is one of those few. In fact, the only softness on this particular example occurs on the rivets near the abdomen. Essentially untoned surfaces exhibit pleasing luster, and are devoid of all but a couple of grade-consistent marks. Census: 28 in 65 Full Head, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

572

1925 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. CAC. Dusky gold-orange and pumpkin peripheral shadings yield to luminous silver-gray in the centers. Carefully preserved and well-defined overall with just a touch of softness on Liberty's shield. Population: 52 in 66 Full Head, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

573

1925 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. Touches of soft yellow-gold and violet patina visit the lustrous, well preserved surfaces of this Premium Gem. A sharp strike goes beyond the Full Head to include strong rivets and chain mail. Census: 34 in 66 Full Head, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

574

1926 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. The 1926 is much scarcer than generally recognized and is worth a premium when compared other P-mint quarters. This is an exceptional high grade example that has abundant mint frost, a trait many Standing Liberty quarters are known for. Both sides are brilliant and there are no mentionable abrasions, as one would expect on an MS66 coin. Census: 14 in 66 Full Head, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

575

1926 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. A fully brilliant Premium Gem, the design definition on this piece is remarkable, with full head details and excellent shield definition, weak only on a few interior rivets. Faint traces of delicate champagne toning are evident on each side, with a few minuscule marks that are consistent with the grade. Population: 23 in 66 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

576

1926-D 25C MS67 NGC. The 1926-D has an impressively low mintage of only 1.7 million pieces. Most are softly struck on the head of Liberty, as this one; and most also exhibit die cracks through the letters on the upper periphery of the obverse. This is a lovely coin that has the usual exuberant mint luster and light rose and lilac toning over each side. Extremely rare this fine. Census: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

577

1926-D 25C MS64 Full Head NGC. This fully lustrous and frosty near-Gem is remarkably well-detailed for an issue that normally comes with a flat date and dished out head. Both sides have deep golden toning and pristine, virtually unmarked surfaces. Census: 17 in 64 Full Head, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

578

1926-S 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Silver-blue centers yield to green-gold and orange shadings at the margins. A well struck example for the issue, though this Gem shows a degree of the usual softness at Liberty's head and her shield. Population: 60 in 65, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

579

1926-S 25C MS67 NGC. Well struck overall with strong, delightful luster. While the centers are minimally toned, the fields offer a degree of peach patina, and deeper gold-green, blue-violet, and rose shadings are prominent at the margins. One of just two Superb Gems graded by NGC, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

580

1927-D 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. The 1927-D Standing Liberty quarter can best be called a strike rarity, common in average grades, but seldom seen with full head details. Both sides of this Gem have brilliant and frosty silver luster beneath a lovely panorama of gold, lime, and iridescent toning. Census: 42 in 65 Full Head, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

581

1927-D 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. The 1927-D is not generally available in Gem condition or with full detail on Liberty's head, the latter more infrequently than the former. This piece is uncommonly sharp on Liberty's head. At the same time, it also shows softness on a couple of shield rivets and the eagle's breast is weak, as usually seen. The surfaces are brilliant throughout, and there are no observable abrasions on either side. Census: 42 in 65 Full Head, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

582

1927-S 25C AU50 PCGS. Rich yellow-gold patina bathes both sides, each of which retains a good amount of luster. This is a well defined, clean specimen with great eye appeal. A better date, low mintage Standing Liberty quarter.(Registry values: N2998)

583

1928-D 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. Lovely champagne toning fails to hide the incredible luster of this Full Head Gem Standing Liberty quarter. Design features are all bold and nearly complete with weakness only on part of the shield perimeter. Population: 25 in 65 Full Head, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

584

1928-S 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. Dynamic luster and clean surfaces confirm the aesthetic appeal of this lovely Premium Gem. The strike is full save for the usual two shield rivets near the waist. Population: 83 in 66 Full Head, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

585

1928-S 25C MS67 Full Head NGC. In addition to the Superb Gem grade, this coin displays fully brilliant surfaces that add even more to its awe-inspiring appearance. The original brilliance enhances one's appreciation of the richly frosted faces. Trivial softness on the shield rivets, gown lines, and breast feathers breaks the continuity of the otherwise complete strike. Although infrequently recognized as such, Full Head 1928-S quarters are elusive in all levels of preservation and are undeniably rare at the MS67 level. This numismatic beauty will elicit considerable bidder activity when it crosses the auction block. Census: 30 in 67 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

586

1928-S 25C MS67 Full Head NGC. Speckled gold and iridescent toning covers much of the obverse and all of the reverse, with underlying frosty mint brilliance. All of the design elements, with the sole exception of a few shield rivets, are bold and well executed. Census: 30 in 67 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

587

1929 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. This well-struck Premium Gem offers premium appeal as well, with silver-gold surfaces that show bold rivets on the shield and head details on Liberty. A tiny die crack passes through the date. Census: 53 in 66 Full Head, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

588

1929 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. CAC. Light gold patina invigorates this lustrous and gorgeously preserved Premium Gem. The strike is exacting aside from the customary minor incompleteness near the waist. A wonderful silver type coin. Population: 85 in 66 Full Head, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

589

1929-D 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. This frosty silver-white Gem offers excellent luster over appealing surfaces that are untoned, save for the merest suggestion of gold. A couple of tiny luster grazes on the obverse, away from the prime focal points, likely account for the grade, but the piece boasts much eye appeal regardless. A nice candidate for a Gem set. Population: 35 in 65 Full Head, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

590

1929-S 25C MS67 NGC. A highly lustrous Superb Gem, nicely struck save for the customary weakness at the head and shield. Light gold toning appears on each side, with some speckled patina also seen near the margins. Census: 21 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N2998)

591

1929-S 25C MS67 Full Head PCGS. Jay Cline comments in the fourth edition (2007) of his Standing Liberty quarter reference that "Full Heads are an exception and certainly not a rule." This charming Superb Gem shows just a hint of pale gold on the obverse and light russet patina near the lower reverse rim. While the head details are expectedly full, with a clear ear hole, a couple of the shield rivets are characteristically missing. However, the surface preservation is astounding: Even under a high-powered loupe, abrasions of any size, large or small, are essentially absent. This coin is absolutely and undoubtedly at the upper echelon, both numerically and subjectively. Population: 10 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (7/2006), lot 2332.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

592

1929-S 25C MS67 Full Head PCGS. A gorgeous and brilliant piece, frosty with a small patch of striking brilliance to the left of OF on the reverse. Not only is Liberty's head full, but the date and lettering are sharp. The shield is crisp save for the usual two rivets near the waist. Essentially immaculate except for a solitary faint graze on the front wing.
Noted Standing Liberty quarter specialist Jay Cline points out that San Francisco issues for the series have, on average, worse strikes than their Philadelphia counterparts. In his fourth edition of Standing Liberty Quarters (2007), he estimates that approximately 5% of 1929-S pieces come with enough detail for a Full Head, and between the grade distribution and strike, a boldly impressed Full Head Superb Gem such as the present coin is a formidable opportunity. Population: 10 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

593

1930 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. Bright luster emanates from both sides of this lovely Premium Gem, with the reverse displaying hints of champagne-gold color. Well struck and lovingly preserved.(Registry values: N1793)

594

1930 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. Untoned surfaces are radiantly lustrous and exhibit well impressed design elements. The few minuscule marks do not detract.(Registry values: N1793)

595

1930-S 25C MS67 PCGS. An attractive example of this final-year issue with strong and pleasing luster. Much of each side is silver-gray, though green-gold elements prevail at the margins and also appear in the reverse fields. Population: 23 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

596

1930-S 25C MS67 Full Head NGC. The 1930-S typically comes with a flat head, resulting from the prolonged use of worn dies, making this Full Head coin unusual and desirable. Light golden-tan and purple toning drape strongly lustrous and carefully preserved surfaces. Census: 21 in 67 Full Head, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Washington Quarters

597

1932-D 25C MS62 PCGS. The lustrous surfaces of this key date quarter display hints of light tan color, more so on the reverse. A nicely struck piece. Minute obverse handling marks limit the grade.(Registry values: N1)

598

1932-D 25C MS63 NGC. Bright silver-white surfaces seem entirely unaffected by toning. The strike is crisp, and only a few wispy abrasions on each side preclude an even finer designation.(Registry values: N208)

599

1932-D 25C MS64 PCGS. Hints of golden-tan peripheral toning frame essentially silver-white centers on this attractive, minimally marked near-Gem. Well-defined for this key first-year issue and brightly lustrous. Finer survivors are conditionally scarce, with just 64 such pieces certified by PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

600

1932-D 25C MS65 NGC. Although there are no major rarities in the Washington quarter series, the 1932-D and 1932-S issues are scarce in Mint State grades and highly elusive in Gem quality. This lovely MS65 example is sharply defined with attractive heather toning over frosty silver luster on the obverse. The reverse has light gold color with frosty luster also. The surfaces have a few tiny, scattered marks that are consistent with the grade. Census: 16 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

601

1932-S 25C MS64 PCGS. Luminous violet-gray and russet-gold shadings visit each side of this appealing near-Gem key. Well-defined and minimally marked for the grade. PCGS has certified 96 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N208)

602

1932-S 25C MS65 PCGS. This is a satiny Gem, among the finest examples of this date. It is sharply struck (within the context of Washington quarters) with mostly brilliant silver surfaces. Both sides have wisps of gold and iridescent toning. The mintmark appears to sit in a small depression, as with all genuine examples of this issue. PCGS has graded only four finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

603

1932-S 25C MS65 NGC. Despite significant enthusiasm for the Washington quarter design on its release, precious few Mint State 1932-S survivors are available today, and only a small fraction of those are Gems. This is one such coin, lightly toned golden-tan at the rims with strongly lustrous silver-gray centers. NGC has graded only five coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

604

1934 25C Doubled Die Obverse MS63 PCGS. CAC. FS-101, formerly FS-009. Doubling is easy to see on the date and the obverse motto (IN GOD WE TRUST). This satiny specimen is highly lustrous and has a pleasing mixture of silver-gray, light gold, and golden-russet toning. Nicely preserved and free of all but two or three tiny marks on each side. Perhaps conservatively graded at the Select grade level. Population: 17 in 63, 55 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

605

1934-D 25C Heavy Motto MS65 PCGS. CAC. Filled Small D mintmark. Lushly patinated in apricot-gold, plum-red, and ocean-blue throughout the obverse. The reverse is essentially untoned. Potent luster sweeps unperturbed surfaces. Population: 36 in 65, 12 finer (3/09).

606

1937-D 25C MS67 NGC. Gorgeous luster radiates from the pristine surfaces of this Superb Gem quarter. Well struck with slight, speckled russet and light tan patina near the obverse borders. Census: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

607

1942 25C MS67 PCGS. Pastel blue, pink, and green-gold shadings drape each side of this shining Superb Gem. Well-defined with gorgeous eye appeal for this wartime issue. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified a numerically finer example (3/09).(Registry values: N208)

608

1942-D 25C Doubled Die Reverse MS65 PCGS. FS-801, formerly FS-016. Prominently doubled on the central reverse devices, particularly the beak. Gold-orange and violet peripheral shadings grace each side of this lustrous Gem. A similarly graded example of this scarce die variety was sold at auction by Heritage for $2,185.00 (including buyer's fee) in 2007.

609

1943-S 25C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-017. VP-001. An untoned near-Gem example of this scarce Guide Book variety. Die doubling is readily apparent on all of the obverse legends, including the date. Untoned with bright silver surfaces that show light scattered marks. Census: 20 in 64, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

610

1950-S/D 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. FS-601, formerly FS-022. An important Guide Book variety that shows the curve, base, and upper serif of the undermintmark S. A lustrous Premium Gem with exemplary preservation and faint gold and silver-blue toning. Population: 28 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

611

1955 25C MS67 PCGS. Impressively lustrous with spectacular patina. This Superb Gem has dappled blue-green, violet, and orange shadings on the obverse with similar, albeit lighter colors on the reverse. Population: 23 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N208)

SMS Washington Quarters

612

1964 25C SMS MS67 PCGS. Like its siblings in this sale, the present coin shows the prominent, somewhat careless-looking die polishing on both sides, along with a razor-sharp strike that would be the envy of any proof coin. Yet the fields are much less reflective than a proof, a finish that is more like the SMS sets except for the heavy die polishing. In some areas of this coin the die polishing occurs in layers with the striae moving in different directions, clearly the result of multiple polishings. The effect is clear behind Washington's peruke, where one layer is diagonal southwest to northeast, another layer is diagonal northwest to southeast, and a third layer is more or less horizontal. The reverse is the Type A (nonproof) style, with lesser distance between (STAT)ES and weaker eagle feathers and leaves than on the Type B reverse, used for (most) proofs from 1936-64 and 1968-72. The surfaces are largely silver-white and essentially contact-free, with just a suggestion of gold patina. The PCGS online Population Report shows 28 1964 SMS Washington quarters in all grades, ranging from two in MS64 to a single MS68. The present MS67 piece is one of 12 so certified (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Washington Quarters

613

1936 25C PR67 NGC. Iridescent lemon, lime, gold, and salmon-pink are seen over the reverse, and likewise around the obverse periphery. Fully struck and splendidly smooth. This first-year issue is the key to the proof Washington quarter series, since the mintage was only 3,837 pieces. Census: 19 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

614

1937 25C PR67 PCGS. Lightly and originally toned in caramel-gold tints. A flawless and fully struck Superb Gem of this early and scarce proof date. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 77 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

615

1937 25C PR67 PCGS. This Superb Gem is moderately reflective through milky haze over much of the piece. Rich gold-orange patina occupies the right obverse and left reverse periphery. Population: 77 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

616

1937 25C PR68 NGC. Bright and untoned over each side. The fields are deeply mirrored and provide flashy reflectivity. The 1937 is a scarcer issue with only 5,542 proofs struck. Few are as fine as this near-flawless example. NGC has only certified 11 other pieces in PR68 condition with just one coin rated as numerically superior (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

617

1939 25C PR68 NGC. Scattered smoky-gray toning complements a couple of areas of iridescent gold, green, and reddish-purple, yet most of each side is brilliant. The mirrored surfaces are pristine and exhibit limitless depth while showing no field-device contrast, typical of the era. Census: 15 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

618

1941 25C PR68 NGC. A thin veil of light gunmetal patina has formed over both sides of this impeccable and satiny specimen. The obverse is further enhanced by a ring of deep rainbow iridescence at the border. Census: 28 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

619

1976-S 25C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Gorgeous white-on-black contrast jumps out at the viewer of this flawless Superb Gem. The frosted devices are well impressed. Population: 31 in 70 Deep Cameo (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

Early Half Dollars

620

1794 50C --Genuine--PCGS. O-101, High R.3. Our net grade is Good, with finer sharpness but harshly cleaned and slightly wavy with a possible repair on the right-side stars. Intermingled light gray, tan, and steel toning are evident on both sides of this early die state piece. Any 1794 half dollar is coveted as an important rarity.(Registry values: N1793)

621

1795 50C 2 Leaves VG10 NGC. O-119, R.4. All legends, stars, berries, and leaves are present on this evenly circulated Flowing Hair type coin. Deep gunmetal-gray toning drapes relatively unscathed surfaces.(Registry values: N991)

622

1795 50C 2 Leaves VF20 PCGS. Ex: Meyer. O-117, R.4. An early die state with no evidence of obverse die cracks. The obverse die has a raised die defect at the right side of the Y, sometimes described as a Recut Y. However, close examination suggests some other cause, as the underlying defect is clearly something other than recutting of that letter. This wonderful example has fully original deep gray patina with hints of gold toning. The Overton reference states that the field is unfinished below the chin, but the defects in that area appear to be clash marks.(Registry values: N2998)

623

1795 50C 2 Leaves VF25 NGC. O-103, R.5. The wreath has 10 berries in the left branch and just seven in the right branch. Only two of those berries appear beneath the right (facing) wing, one inside and one outside. No other reverse die in the series shares these characteristics. This is the early die state with minor cracks, but no evidence suggesting the later rim break on the reverse. A melange of light gray, lilac, sky-blue, and gold patination bathes each side. The design elements reveal nice detail, and are well centered on the planchet. All of the dentilation shows, except for that along the right obverse border. There are no offensive abrasions on either side. A worthy example of the widely pursued Flowing Hair type.
Ex: Jules Reiver Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 22481, which realized $4,168.75.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

624

1795 50C 2 Leaves VF25 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-113a, R.4. A distinctive blundered reverse, with the A in STATES punched over an errant E. This later die state piece has a crack through the tops of LIBERTY, and several breaks in the vicinity of Stars 12 through 15, and below the bust tip. Both sides have intermingled light to deep gray with splashes of gold and green.(Registry values: N2998)

625

1795 50C 2 Leaves VF30 PCGS. O-104, R.4. Liberty's lowest curl is closed and nearly touches star 1 at two points, and there is a tiny die lump under star 15. This particular coin could actually be included in the Condition Census for the variety, the C.C. being listed in Overton as (45, 40, 35, 30, 25). The surfaces show darker gray patina in the fields and recesses of the devices with brilliantish-light gray accents over the highpoints of the design elements. An irregular planchet lamination is located along the jawline of Liberty, this being the only mentionable surface defect on either side.(Registry values: N2998)

626

1795 50C 2 Leaves VF30 NGC. O-110a, R.3. The late die state of O-110 has two "parallel" cracks that arc through R and TY to the right obverse field. Pleasing light pewter surfaces with hints of pale gold toning on both sides. The attractive surfaces have only a few circulation marks.(Registry values: N2998)

627

1795 50C 2 Leaves XF40 PCGS. O-105, R.4. The obverse with lowest curl overlapping two arms of star 1, the reverse with die dot where the eagle's right (facing) wing joins the body. This piece offers dusky slate-gray patina over most of each side, with gold-gray shadings visible at the worn zones. Strong eye appeal, though a dig is noted between the letters LI of LIBERTY.(Registry values: N4719)

628

1801 50C VF35 PCGS. O-101, R.3. One of only two die marriages known for this low mintage Draped Bust date, O-101 is attributed by the presence of raised die defects near the arrowheads. This is a well detailed piece that has glimpses of luster and the sharpness of a higher grade. The deep cream-gray toning conceals a few noticeable reverse abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

629

1801 50C XF40 PCGS. O-101, R.3. The 101 is the more available of two varieties for the year, though it is scarce in an absolute sense in its own right. This subtly lustrous example is modestly worn and surprisingly colorful, with significant contrast between the olive-gold fields and the silver-blue areas at the worn high points. For both varieties, Population: 14 in 40, 28 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

630

1802 50C VF25 PCGS. O-101, R.3. The only die variety. A very scarce issue, and one of just 29,890 pieces produced. With such a low mintage, this date is always in short supply. This is a pleasingly detailed example with natural dove-gray toning and a reasonably even wear pattern across the design elements. A few pinscratches and possible adjustment marks are noted. Population: 28 in 25, 72 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

631

1803 50C Large 3 AU53 PCGS. O-103, R.3. The three Large 3 varieties of this date are equally available, and each is scarce in higher grades, becoming nearly impossible in full Mint State preservation. This piece has light silver at the centers, with a frame of deeper toning along the borders. Population: 6 in 53, 22 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

632

1803 50C Large 3 AU55 PCGS. O-103, R.3. This splendid Choice AU half dollar has lovely toning, mostly champagne with some iridescent highlights. All 1803 half dollars at this grade level are elusive, and higher quality pieces are nearly impossible to hunt down. Population: 17 in 55, 11 finer (3/09), the population for all 1803 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

633

1803 50C Large 3 AU58 PCGS. O-103, R.3. The 1 in the date touches the curl, there is a fine crack at the top of LIBERTY, the branch has five berries, there are 13 arrows, and a leaf is very close to the I of AMERICA. The untoned surfaces of this near-Mint State specimen retain luster in the recessed areas, and the design elements are sharply impressed. Both sides are remarkably clean. Population for the date: 3 in 58, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

634

1805/4 50C VF30 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-101, R.3. An charming tan-brown and cream-gray representative that lacks any remotely relevant marks. The 4 underdigit is obvious. From the legendary collection of Charlton "Swampy" Meyer.(Registry values: N991)

635

1805/4 50C XF45 PCGS. O-102, R.3. The underdigit 4 is obvious, as apparently no attempt was made at the Mint to efface it from the die. An early die state that does not have the cracks through star 2 and the right wingtip that are mentioned in Overton. Hints of luster emerge from the wings and hair tresses, and the gunmetal-gray surfaces reveal no untoward abrasions.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2004), lot 6558.(Registry values: N1793)

636

1805/4 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. O-102, R.3. The underdigit 4 is bold beneath the subsequent 5, and like most examples of this marriage, a die crack, here prominent, extends from star 2 to the rear curls. This piece appears cleaned and recolored to hide the numerous scratches that appear in the obverse fields under a loupe. As such, we find the NCS disclaimer somewhat puzzling. The stars on the reverse are softly struck in the center, as usual on this die marriage. Nonetheless a nice early overdate, better than the technical description sounds.(Registry values: N2998)

637

1805 50C AU53 PCGS. O-111, R.2. Clash marks can be seen at the center of the obverse, and die cracks on the reverse of this relatively common half dollar variety. Light silver and gray surfaces retain hints of luster from the original strike. Population: 8 in 53, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

638

1806/5 50C AU53 NGC. O-103, R.2. The obverse die was initially prepared for 1805 but remained unused when the new year came and a 6 was punched over the 5. This obverse was used for O-101, 102, and 103. Another overdate, O-104, was actually an obverse die that was used in 1805, and then experimentally overdated. The surfaces have intermingled deep gray, pale champagne, and iridescent toning with a few grade-consistent marks.(Registry values: N2998)

639

1806 50C 6 Over Inverted 6 VF20 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-112, R.4. Lavender-gray fields contrast with lighter slate-gray device highpoints. Thin marks are noted on the upper reverse stars, the N in UNITED, and the wing above the left scroll end.(Registry values: N1793)

640

1806 50C 6 Over Inverted 6 XF40 PCGS. O-111, R.3. A cud is present above the E (but not the U) in UNITED. A well defined Draped Bust half with deep, consistent tan-brown toning. Free from any visible abrasions. The presence of the inverted 6 can be detected with the unaided eye.(Registry values: N1793)

641

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem VF30 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-119, R.3. Almond-gold and silver-gray embrace this half dollar, which shows glimpses of luster within the stars and legends. The centers show some softness of strike. From the famously complete Bust half variety collection of Charlton "Swampy" Meyer Jr.(Registry values: N991)

642

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem XF40 PCGS. O-121, R.4. Obverse from a very late die state with extensive cracks. Despite appreciable wear, this lightly abraded piece remains strongly lustrous with hints of green-gold toning over otherwise pale steel-gray surfaces.(Registry values: N1793)

643

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem XF40 PCGS. O-120a, R.4. The shield die break encompasses parts of three vertical stripes. The stone-gray and almond-gold surfaces display luster within protected areas. A few marks are noted near the branch stem.(Registry values: N1793)

644

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem AU58 NGC. O-115, R.1. On this variety, the TY of LIBERTY is recut, there is a small die defect to the right tip of the 6, there are five berries on the branch and the lower one has no stem, the star point is attached solid to the beak, and the lower point of the same star is buried in the scroll. This silver-gray AU58 displays hints of gold and tan, and retains a good amount of luster on both sides. Sharply struck, except for softness in the upper right reverse. Neither side reveals mentionable abrasions. An appealing all around coin.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

645

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem AU58 PCGS. O-118a, R.3. The later state with die crack through the ITED of UNITED. The present near-Mint example is well struck and softly lustrous beneath deep patina. The obverse shows dusky sage shadings at the center with glimpses of gold and peach at the margins, while the reverse has a lighter mix of similar colors. For all Pointed 6, Stem varieties not more specifically attributed, Population: 36 in 58, 58 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

646

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem MS62 NGC. O-114a, R.4. The first use of obverse 9, with TY boldly doubled. Later uses of this obverse, especially for O-117, have less of the recutting visible. The reverse has a bisecting die crack from the second wing feather to the E of AMERICA. On this later state piece, the crack is bold and dramatic, forming a series of small internal cuds. The later die state is slightly more plentiful, however, the present coin may be the terminal state, and is seldom seen with such a heavy reverse die crack.
A remarkable Mint State piece with highly lustrous surfaces beneath rich orange, lilac, and blue toning on the obverse, with muted toning on the reverse. The fields are slightly reflective, especially on the obverse.
Ex: Sheridan Downey (10/2005).(Registry values: N4719)

647

1807 50C Draped Bust VF35 NGC. O-102, R.2. Golden-gray fields complement the deeper cream devices. An original and completely problem-free Choice VF half. From the voluminous variety holdings of Charlton "Swampy" Meyer, according to the consignor.(Registry values: N991)

648

1807 50C Draped Bust--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. O-109, R.3. This early half dollar has a wealth of detail and retains traces of its initial luster. Granular from a chemical cleaning, and the clouds are abraded beneath the ES in STATES. Stone-gray and chestnut-gold with wisps of charcoal on the reverse.(Registry values: N2998)

649

1807 50C Draped Bust AU55 NGC. O-105, R.2. Lustrous in the fields and fairly well struck for this variety. Liberty's cascading curls are clear, and the stars sharp despite their thinly engraved arms. Clean surfaces are free of distracting rim nicks or cuts that so often reside on coins that spent more time in circulation. Both dies show faint clash marks.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

650

1807 50C Draped Bust MS61 PCGS. O-105, R.1. This plentiful variety is usually available in most any desired grade. The present example shows most of the characteristics for O-105a, being an intermediate state between O-105 and O-105a. The surfaces have satiny silver luster with traces of pale lemon toning.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Bust Half Dollars

651

1807 50C Large Stars, 50 Over 20 AU55 NGC. O-112, R.1. An outstanding Choice AU example of this ever popular blundered die variety. Nearly full luster remains on both sides with gray and gold surfaces that seem to swap colors at different light angles. A wonderful example of the variety that is normally seen in lower grades.(Registry values: N1793)

652

1808 50C AU53 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-102a, R.2. A brightly lustrous AU example with mostly untoned surfaces, splashed with peripheral iridescence on each side. This late die state piece has a heavy bisecting obverse crack.(Registry values: N991)

653

1808 50C AU53 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-109a, R.3. A pleasing AU piece with outstanding silver surfaces. Both sides are mostly brilliant with only a trace of deep iridescence. Several obverse die cracks add interest to this late die state piece.(Registry values: N991)

654

1808 50C AU53 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-105, R.3. A lovely AU piece with lustrous silver surfaces and pale champagne highlights. The surfaces have minor grade-consistent abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

655

1808 50C AU55 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-106a, R.2. This late die state has minor obverse and reverse die cracks. The surfaces are light silver with traces of pale gray. Nearly full frosty luster is visible on both sides. Some hair curls and the stars at the right are weak, as often seen.(Registry values: N991)

656

1808 50C AU58 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-108, R.3. The obverse shows a tiny curl beneath the R of LIBERTY that is distinctive for the variety. The present example ranks highly among the survivors of this scarce die pair. Each side has predominantly silver-gray and green-gold toning with a few dots of deeper color visible on the reverse. Strongly lustrous with only a hint of friction.(Registry values: N991)

657

1808 50C AU58 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-107a, R.2. The later die state with a die crack through the upper obverse. The present piece is warmly lustrous and well struck for the time. The color is primarily light silver-gray with elements of gold near the margins and deeper gray shadings at the lightly rubbed high points. For the various Normal Date varieties not specifically attributed, Population: 37 in 58, 57 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

658

1809 50C Normal Edge AU50 NGC. O-104, Low R.5. A Condition Census example of this rare variety with light silver surfaces and traces of champagne toning. Both sides have minor surface marks that are expected and consistent with the grade. A tiny rim bruise is noted at Star 13. While the rarity has fallen slightly with more discoveries, this is still one of the important Capped Bust half dollar varieties.
Ex: Charlton Meyer Collection.(Registry values: N991)

659

1809 50C III Edge AU55 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-111a, R.2. The experimental edge subvarieties are popular with collectors and specialists as they are recorded in the Guide Book. Hints of champagne toning are delicate, permitting the frosty luster to shine through.(Registry values: N991)

660

1809 50C III Edge MS62 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg, Kaufman. O-109a, R.2. The usually seen die state for the Overton marriage, designated by the slender but ragged die crack through AMERICA. Light almond-gold patina visits this lustrous and nicely struck Bust half. A vertical hair-thin line on the field near the beak, but otherwise nearly unabraded. 1809 was a year of two experimental edges (XXX and III) at the Mint, found with only certain die varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

661

1809 50C III Edge MS64 NGC. O-109b, R.4. The right-side reverse die crack familiar to the specialist extends to the C in 50 C. Sea-green borders frame the apricot and pale plum-mauve centers. This shimmering Choice half is evenly struck and is only moderately abraded beneath its rich palette of colors.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

662

1810 50C AU58 NGC. O-103, R.2. A plentiful variety, although few Mint State examples are known. This near-Mint piece approaches the bottom of the Condition Census. Original golden-brown patina masks the underlying luster, with pale blue highlights.(Registry values: N991)

663

1811 50C Small 8--Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. O-113, R.5. A rare variety Bust half that has shimmering luster across most of the margins. The cream-gray surfaces display wispy hairlines, and the left obverse field has a faint vertical pinscratch. Uneven wear and slight crimping seen at 3 o'clock. The profile is strike doubled. In our February 2006 Long Beach auction, an example graded AU55 by NGC brought $3,450.

664

1811 50C Small 8 AU53 NGC. O-108a, R.2. Nicely detailed, although struck slightly off center, leaving the lower peripheral reverse design elements squeezed abnormally close to the rim, and an interruption in the rim itself near 6 o'clock. Original lilac-gray toning covers both sides.

665

1811 50C Small 8 AU58 PCGS. O-105a, R.2. Die cracks throughout the reverse border allow easy attribution. This near-Mint Bust half has dusky dove-gray and autumn-gold toning. Marks are minimal, and the strike is bold save for the right-side stars.

666

1811 50C Small 8 AU58 NGC. O-110, R.1. Olive-brown, aqua, and gunmetal-gray envelop this partly lustrous and unmarked Borderline Uncirculated half. The strike is crisp save for the left-side stars.

667

1811 50C Small 8 MS64 PCGS. O-108a, R.2. On the reverse, the die crack is visible through UNITED S(TATES), while the die line through the tip of the eagle's right (facing) wing is weak but visible. Each side offers strong luster beneath silver-gray and peach-gold patina. The reverse die is rotated nearly 60 degrees clockwise. For all Small 8 varieties, Population: 19 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).

668

1812 50C MS66 NGC. O-110, R.1. Attributed by the die scratch below the end of the bust on the obverse, and on the reverse by the extensions into the right (facing) wing from crossbar 2 from the top and 3 from the bottom. Golden-brown and apple-green color dominates the borders and frames the creamy gunmetal-gray centers. Potent cartwheel luster rolls unencumbered across the inordinately undisturbed surfaces. The major devices are needle-sharp, although a few stars do not possess complete centril definition. Among the finest known examples of the die pairing. Census for the date: 22 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

669

1812 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Garrett, Kaufman. O-109a, R.2. Die damage (as made, and characteristic of the die state) above the olive leaves confirms the variety. A satiny and exactingly impressed Premium Gem that boasts deep golden-red, jade-green, and gunmetal-gray toning. A remarkable example of this early Capped Bust date. Census: 22 in 66, none finer (3/09).
Ex: Randall Collection; Garrett Collection, (Bowers and Ruddy, 11/1979), lot 294.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

670

1813 50C 50C Over UNI MS64 PCGS. O-101, R.2. The engraver was sufficiently absent-minded to enter the UNI in UNITED on the wrong location of the reverse die. The error was detected, and the letters partly effaced before coinage from the die commenced. This lovely near-Gem has comprehensive satin luster and original cream-gray and olive-green toning. Population: 3 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

671

1813 50C 50C Over UNI MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg, Kaufman. O-101, R.2. A solidly struck, smooth, and satiny cream-gray Choice representative of this interesting Guide Book engraving blunder. The engraver entered UNI a second time in place of 50 C before realizing the mistake. Census: 5 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1724.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

672

1813 50C MS62 NGC. O-106a, R.2. Outside the Condition Census but still a lovely Mint State piece with pale blue-gray toning over lustrous silver surfaces. The left end of the scroll is nearly flat, a characteristic of most or all known 1813 O-106 half dollars.(Registry values: N1793)

673

1814 50C MS62 ICG. O-102, R.2. This satiny example has delicate caramel-gold toning and only minor marks. A good strike with occasional inexactness along the margins. The consignor states the present piece is from the complete variety collection of Charlton "Swampy" Meyer.(Registry values: N1793)

674

1814 50C MS66 NGC. O-102, R.2. The obverse is distinctive for the die lines around the curl above the clasp. A later die state, but it does not qualify as an O-102a because the reverse still shows full feathers on the eagle's wings. This is a brightly lustrous Premium Gem, minimally toned with astonishingly few marks. Census: 6 in 66, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

675

1817/3 50C AU58 NGC. O-101a, R.2. A spindly die crack from the olive leaves to the M in AMERICA identifies the later die state. Deep cobalt-blue, orange, and olive-gold envelop this unabraded overdate half. Liberty's forehead and curls exhibit moderate wear. Struck from multiply clashed dies.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

676

1817 50C AU55 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-103a, R.3. A late die state of the "Punctuated Date" that lacks any indication of the die lump between the 17 in the date. Lustrous with light gold patina and only a few faint marks beneath the beak. Struck from multiply clashed dies.(Registry values: N991)

677

1817 50C MS64 NGC. O-111, R.1. A heavy die line extends down from the ribbon end into the right obverse field, diagnostic for the variety. There is no evidence of the reverse crack seen in later die states. This impressive piece has outstanding gold and iridescent toning over frosty luster. Census: 13 in 64, 8 finer (3/09), for all 1817 varieties.
Ex: Charlton Meyer Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

678

1818 50C AU58 NGC. O-108, R.1. This plentiful variety is known as the Pincher 8s variety, since both 8s in the date are open at the top. This near-Mint example has lovely golden-brown patina with iridescent toning.(Registry values: N491)

679

1818 50C MS63 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection, though not labeled as such on the holder. O-114a, R.3. Actually an interesting intermediate state between O-114 and O-114a, in that it shows two of three Overton diagnostics for the 'a' subvariety, the die crack at star 12 on the obverse and the delicate die crack below and through (AME)RICA on the reverse, but the die crack through stars 8 to 11 on the obverse is not visible. This is a shining Select example, well struck and richly toned with vibrant red, blue-violet, and gold-orange toning over each side.(Registry values: N1793)

680

1818/7 50C Large 8 AU55 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-101, R.1. A wonderful Choice AU piece with deep gold toning accompanying peripheral rainbow iridescence. The toning is extremely attractive, providing this piece with amazing aesthetic appeal.

681

1818/7 50C Large 8 AU58 PCGS. Ex: Meyer. O-101a, R.1. This late die state piece has the obverse and reverse cracks described by Overton. It is a lustrous near-Mint example with frosty surfaces beneath light gold toning.

682

1818/7 50C Large 8 MS63 PCGS. O-103a, R.4. Incorrectly labeled as a Small 8 by PCGS. This Census level coin is probably third or fourth finest for the die combination. The Eliasberg MS65 coin that we offered in July 2002 is the only finer example to appear in recent auctions. Aside from an ebony spot over the eagle, the surfaces of this Select Mint State example are pristine, with satiny luster. Both sides have pale heather toning with steel-blue peripheries.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

683

1818/7 50C Large 8 MS64 NGC. O-101, R.1. The crossbar of a previous 7 is prominent across the top of the second 8. The first 8 is larger than the second 8. On the reverse, UNITED is close to the rim, the right sides of the second T in STATES and the I in PLURIBUS are in line, and there is a gap in the dentils below the C in the denomination. Medium intensity golden-gray, cobalt-blue, and lilac patina cover the lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem. The design elements are well struck and nicely centered. A few minor handling marks preclude Gem status. Census for the date: 9 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

684

1819 50C MS64 PCGS. O-109, R.2. The variety is attributed by line 1 of stripe 5 being solid to crossbar 2 in the shield. Also, the 5 in 50 C. has a curved top. Most specimens, including the one offered here, show die defect lines joining the top and bottom of TE in STATES. While the 1819 half is often seen through AU and even in lower Mint State grades, near-Gem and Gem specimens are relatively scarce. The MS64 representative in this lot features well struck design elements, with nice definition in the star centers and most of Liberty's hair curls (the curl beneath the rear of the cap, however, displays weakness). The devices are generally well centered, and the dentilation is complete, though it becomes a tad thin along the left obverse border. Soft luster is apparent beneath light to medium golden-gray color, which is accented with touches of cobalt-blue along the margins. A few minute contact marks well concealed within the toning are noted on Liberty's cheek and neck. Listed as third finest on the Herrman C.C. (In reality it is tied with the Vermeule MS64.) Population: 9 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

685

1819/8 50C Large 9 MS63 NGC. O-104, R.1. An early die state, there is no evidence of the reverse crack that eventually develops through the C in 50 C. This example from the Charlton E. Meyer, Jr. Collection has full luster with subtle lavender and gold toning over brilliant silver surfaces.

686

1820 50C Square Base Knob 2, Large Date AU58 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-105, R.1. Well struck and satiny with no noticeable marks. Toned light tan-gold aside from charcoal-gray near the bust tip. Pedigreed to the famous Charlton "Swampy" Meyer complete variety holdings. Population: 10 in 58, 20 finer (3/09).

687

1821 50C AU58 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-102, R.2. A die defect connects the tops of M and E in AMERICA, making this an instantly recognized variety. This near-Mint piece has satiny luster beneath light champagne toning.(Registry values: N991)

688

1822/1 50C MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg, Kaufman. O-101, R.1. Apple-green and golden-brown endow this lustrous and precisely struck near-Gem. Glorious aside from a solitary bright hair-thin mark through the back of the shoulder curl. Census: 2 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1782.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

689

1822 50C AU50 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-103, Low R.5. An intermediate die state, this piece has a die crack through star 6 to the nose, but does not have the other crack through the date that is found on O-103a. Lightly cleaned with lustrous silver surfaces and slight peripheral gold toning.(Registry values: N491)

690

1822 50C MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-108a, R.3. Rich lavender-gray and forest-green embraces this satiny and boldly impressed near-Gem. A formidable pedigree, and among the nicest survivors of this somewhat scarcer variety. Census: 48 in 64, 15 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1786.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

691

1823 50C Patched 3 AU58 NGC. O-101a, R.1. This appealing half dollar is a delightful representative of the 1823 Patched 3 variety, actually a late die state of the earlier Broken 3 obverse. A gorgeous coin for the grade with bluish-gray blushes over the satiny luster, with outstanding iridescent toning.(Registry values: N491)

692

1823 50C MS64 ★ NGC. O-107, R.2. The reverse die shows the letters ME of AMERICA joined, a diagnostic for the die pair. This immensely lustrous near-Gem is boldly impressed with strong concentric patina. The obverse is pale blue-green near the margins with a fade to cerulean and golden-tan at the center, while the reverse runs through the colors quickly and leaves a wide silver-white center.(Registry values: N2998)

693

1823 50C MS64 PCGS. O-107, R.2. Most easily attributed by ME joined at the base. Surely one of the finest examples known of the variety, this lustrous coin is mostly brilliant and shows a bold strike throughout. An outstanding type coin. Recent auction offerings recorded by Stephen Herrman include five PCGS MS64 examples, with nothing finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

694

1824/1 50C MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-101a, R.2. The Eliasberg specimen is probably at the low end of the Condition Census for the O-101 die combination. The surfaces have light champagne toning that is slightly deeper on the obverse, along with traces and flashes of iridescence. The tops of the weeks, the claws to the left, and the lowest pair of olive leaves all show some weakness, but all other obverse and reverse features are sharp.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1799. From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

695

1824/4 50C MS64 PCGS. O-110, R.2. A brilliant and thoroughly lustrous near-Gem with clean fields and only unimportant contact on the portrait. Well struck on the major devices; a few stars and the 0 in the denomination show minor weakness. Liberty's profile is lightly strike doubled. The PCGS holder refers to the piece as an overdate, but this is a repunched date variety and not one of the three overdates (O-101, O-102, and O-103) known for 1824 halves.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

696

1824 50C MS62 NGC. O-116, R.3. Exquisite rose-red, forest-green, autumn-gold, and powder-blue adorn this shimmering and unblemished representative. A few areas lack absolute definition. Liberty's profile is boldly strike doubled.(Registry values: N1793)

697

1824 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-115, R.2. A die dot on the field near the left scroll end is diagnostic for the Overton pairing. This is a thoroughly lustrous Premium Gem whose minimally toned surfaces are practically pristine. The strike is bold, particularly on the star centers. The right (facing) claw and the RI in PLURIBUS show minor inexactness. Any Bust half is an important acquisition at the MS66 level, and the present piece surely ranks among the finest known for the variety. Census: 8 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

698

1825 50C MS61 NGC. O-101, R.1. A lustrous silver-gray half with caramel-gold shadings. Surprisingly free from marks, and impressive for the grade. Per the consignor, from the legendary variety holdings of Charlton "Swampy" Meyer.(Registry values: N991)

699

1825 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-112, R.3. The obverse of this variety has a recut 2 that actually shows traces of tripling on the lower part of its diagonal stroke. This amazing Premium Gem, probably the finest existing O-112 half dollar, has intense mint frost with entirely brilliant, untoned surfaces. Census: 8 in 66, 3 finer (3/09), for all 1825 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

700

1826 50C MS62 PCGS. O-106a, R.3. The R in AMERICA has a sharply repunched left foot. Lustrous and lightly toned with a refreshingly unmarked appearance. Well struck save for a couple of star centers.(Registry values: N1793)

701

1826 50C MS63 PCGS. O-113, R.3. A small triangular point extends from the left top of the scroll, one of only three varieties with a similar feature. The others are O-101 and O-119. This pleasing piece has light gold and iridescent toning on both sides, with underlying satiny luster.(Registry values: N1793)

702

1826 50C MS64 NGC. O-106a, R.3. Medium autumn-brown fields and devices are framed by ocean-blue colors near the rims. Luster sweeps unencumbered across this lovely example. Splendidly preserved except for a small number of tiny marks on the neck. The strike is commanding on the major devices, and only stars 7, 12, and 13 do not possess complete centrils.(Registry values: N2998)

703

1826 50C MS66 NGC. O-105, R.3. This coin may be the finest 1826 O-105 half dollar extant. This obviously important representative is identifiable by a well concealed obverse spot over the bottom of the L in LIBERTY. The balance of the surfaces are untoned, although one can see suggestions of delicate lilac iridescence at a few angles. The reverse impression is expertly centered, and it has brought up bold, if not sharp detail over all features. The obverse is also well produced, although we note that the denticles are broader at the upper border than they are at the lower. There is a little bit of haziness over the bottom of the obverse, but we are unable to locate a single distracting or mentionable abrasion. The obverse die crack (as struck) that connects stars 1-7 to the rim before the end of Liberty's bust is diagnostic of this variety. A coin that is earmarked for inclusion in an advanced collection of Capped Bust halves.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

704

1826 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-106a, R.3. Possibly the finest known example of the O-106 die combination, the Eliasberg coin is a late die state with reverse cracks. This gorgeous and pristine Premium Gem is fully lustrous with gorgeous gold and iridescent toning. Census: 41 in 66, 5 finer (3/09), for all 1826 die varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

705

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS64 NGC. O-142, R.3. Caramel-gold and lime-green adorn this lustrous and well impressed near-Gem. Refreshingly devoid of consequential marks. One of 49 known die pairings for the date, O-142 is identified by a diagonal die line on the wing near the upper right shield corner.(Registry values: N2998)

706

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-104, R.1. Frosty luster shines through the attractive ivory and gray toning, with its iridescent peripheral highlights. Clearly a Condition Census example, this boldly defined half dollar is certain to please the next owner. The Eliasberg Collection of Capped Bust half dollars was remarkable for its scope, and the coins were of exceptional quality.
Ex: George W. Rice; J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1828.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

707

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS64 PCGS. CAC. O-125, R.3. The diagnostic die crack is evident from the lower left base of the T in LIBERTY through the upper right serif, and the center line of stripe 4 extends below the shield. This lustrous piece is clearly in the Condition Census, and it displays pastel violet, gray, and golden-green patination, with a nice strike. A few minor marks preclude Gem status. Population: 78 in 64, 19 finer (3/09), for all 1827 varieties.(Registry values: N2998)

708

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS65 NGC. O-133, R.4. Electric-blue, plum, and olive-gray colors emerge when this fully toned half dollar is rotated beneath a light. This sharply struck Gem displays unbroken satin luster, without any marks of relevance. Several stars are widely recut, which narrows the choices among the lengthy list of die pairings for this popular date. The elusive Overton-133 is also identified by its specific and relatively bold clash marks near the left (facing) wing.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

709

1827 50C Curl Base 2 MS65 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-147, R.4. We believe that this coin from the Eliasberg Collection is the finest known example of the O-147 die marriage. Muted grayish-brown toning tends to subdue the frosty underlying luster of this wonderful Gem. The surfaces are pristine and virtually mark-free. A little soft on the curls, the striking characteristics typical of the variety.
Ex: M.A. Brown (Chapman Brothers, 4/1897); J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1835.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

710

1828 50C Curl Base 2, Knob MS66 NGC. O-107, R.2. One of only two Curl 2, Knob varieties, the other (O-106) has a slightly different location for star 13 relative to the curl. Also, what appears to be an extra hair pierces the LIBERTY band beneath the I on O-107. Crisply struck with beautiful golden and teal-blue iridescent highlights that do not adversely impact the coin's substantial luster. Great overall eye appeal. Census for the date: 7 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

711

1828 50C Square Base 2, Small 8, Large Letters MS61 NGC. O-120, R.1. Moderate golden-brown toning enriches this highly lustrous example. Hints of ocean-blue and plum-mauve are also present. Crisply struck, and minimally abraded for its grade. Believed by the consignor to have resided in the famous Charlton "Swampy" Meyer collection.

712

1828 50C Square Base 2, Small 8, Large Letters MS66 NGC. O-115, R.2. A wandering slender die crack through UNITED STATES attributes this Overton die marriage. The horizontal shield lines extend into the left (facing) wing, as made. Waves of honey-gold and steel-blue patina cover this lustrous and virtually unabraded Premium Gem. Bright, semiprooflike fields.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

713

1829 50C Small Letters MS64 PCGS. O-117, R.2. A curious but distinctive way to attribute the obverse of this variety is that all four of the diagnostic stars point between dentils. The obverse is shared with a scarcer reverse on O-116, the present reverse being most easily attributed by the stubby top of the 5 and partial filling on A2. This near-Gem is surely one of the finest known of this common variety. The surfaces are highly lustrous with the obverse overlain with a rose colored center and a wide band of thalo-blue patina around the outer reaches of that side. The reverse is mostly brilliant with a slight golden accent at the rim. Sharply struck in most areas.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

714

1830 50C Small 0 MS64 PCGS. O-108, R.3. A fully original and pleasing example with satiny luster beneath outstanding original grayish-gold and iridescent toning. This lovely example is probably just outside the condition census for the variety, as Herrman lists a small number of certified MS65 pieces.(Registry values: N2998)

715

1830 50C Small 0 MS64 NGC. O-107, R.2. A lovely borderline Gem with deeper gunmetal-gray and golden toning on the obverse, while soft golden-gray coloration on the reverse mixes with peripheral flashes of blue-green. Faint die clashing in the obverse fields could be misconstrued as die breaks.
Ex: 63rd Anniversary Sale (Stack's, 10/1998); Queller Family Collection (Stack's, 10/2002), lot 346 (no insert, but the coin is a perfect match).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

716

1830 50C Small 0 MS64 PCGS. O-113, R.2. Probably in or near the Condition Census for the variety, with just one finer example appearing in Herrman's records, and that was the Eliasberg coin sold 12 years ago. Both sides of this lovely Choice Mint State piece have ivory surfaces with frosty luster, the obverse highlighted by deeper gold and iridescent toning.(Registry values: N2998)

717

1830 50C Small 0 MS65 NGC. O-107, R.2. The 1 in the date shows pronounced recutting at the base and a noticeable spike extends from the upper left portion of the shield on the reverse. Orange-gold, electric-blue, and purple toning gathers at the peripheries, ceding to grayish-orange in the centers. Well struck, and showing a few light handling marks.(Registry values: N4719)

718

1830 50C Large 0 MS64 ICG. O-122, R.1. A wonderful Choice Mint State representative with satiny silver surfaces beneath delicate champagne, gold, lilac, and blue toning on each side. The design elements are bold, although the stars along the right obverse a flat on every known example of the O-122 die pair.

719

1831 50C MS63 ICG. O-110, R.2. Dynamic luster and a smooth appearance exemplify the eye appeal of this Select Mint State half. Butter-gold toning enriches the borders, which show only moderate incompleteness of strike.(Registry values: N1793)

720

1831 50C MS63 PCGS. O-109, R.1. Medium autumn-gold and slate-gray patina graces this satiny and unabraded Capped Bust half. The borders lack a sharp strike, although the major devices are well brought up.(Registry values: N1793)

721

1831 50C MS63 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-103, R.1. The only 1831 half dollar variety with the upright of the 5 in 50 C recut. This pleasing Mint State piece has light champagne toning on the obverse, with brilliant and frosty silver on the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

722

1831 50C MS65 NGC. O-106, R.3. Equivalent quality to the third edition Overton plate coin, this wonderful Gem is apparently tied for finest known of the O-106 die marriage. Both sides have frosty luster beneath medium gray patina, with subtle gold accents on each side. Census: 57 in 65, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

723

1831 50C MS66 NGC. O-103, R.1. Medium honey and rose-red colors grace this highly lustrous and well struck Premium Gem. The reverse is virtually pristine, and the obverse also shows to have been carefully preserved. A faint die crack below the date and a recut upright on the 5 in the denomination confirm the Overton die pairing.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

724

1832 50C Small Letters MS62 PCGS. O-115, R.1. A satiny piece with an unmarked appearance and only a hint of golden toning. Struck from slightly misaligned dies, such that the right borders are more sharply struck than the left-side portions. A late die state with practically no sign of reverse dentilation.(Registry values: N1793)

725

1832 50C Small Letters MS63 PCGS. O-107, R.2. The central obverse and the reverse are strongly defined, though there is considerable weakness through the stars, resulting from heavy late state flowlines. The surfaces are frosty and fully lustrous beneath deep gold toning with steel peripheries. A pleasing piece for the specialist or type collector.(Registry values: N1793)

726

1832 50C Small Letters MS63 PCGS. O-103, R.1. A lovely Select Uncirculated example with intense mint luster and flashy surfaces that are essentially untoned. Well struck and nicely preserved, with very few marks on either side.(Registry values: N1793)

727

1832 50C Small Letters MS64 PCGS. CAC. O-113, R.2. This early die state piece has complete obverse and reverse border details. Remarkable near-Gem quality, the central devices are light silver and the surrounding fields are gold toned with lovely peripheral iridescence. Probably a low end Census piece.(Registry values: N2998)

728

1832 50C Small Letters MS64 PCGS. O-106, R.1. A plentiful variety, even in higher grades, this is an excellent candidate for a date or type collector. At the same time, only three finer examples of the variety have been offered in recent years. This satiny beauty has light champagne toning with faint splashes of deeper accents.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

729

1832 50C Small Letters MS64 PCGS. O-102, R.1. The crudely engraved arrowheads and the tine from the eagle's right (facing) wingtip aid variety attribution. This satiny cream-gray representative is refreshingly unabraded, and the strike is penetrating aside from variety-specific bluntness on the right claw.(Registry values: N2998)

730

1832 50C Small Letters MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-106, R.1. An impressive Premium Gem that was very conservatively graded MS64 in the Eliasberg catalog. This piece has prooflike obverse fields with frosty reverse fields. Both sides have splendid light gold toning over ivory surfaces, with hints of iridescence, especially near the borders. Easily in the Condition Census for the variety, and probably third finest known.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

731

1832 50C Small Letters MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg, Kaufman. O-112, R.2. Readily attributed by repunching near the base of the 1 in the date. The reverse has two center dots within the horizontal shield stripes. Originally and attractively toned in peach-gold and cream-gray. Lustrous and essentially immaculate with slight strike doubling on Liberty's profile.
Ex: George H. Earle Collection, (Henry Chapman, 6/1912); John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate, 1942; Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1878.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

732

1833 50C MS64 PCGS. O-113, R.2. Attributed by a tiny depression in the left corner of the shield, and by the 0 lower than the 5. Medium intensity golden-gray patina bathes both sides of this near-Gem, and a well executed strike imparts relatively strong definition to the design elements. Pleasingly preserved and devoid of significant flaws. For all varieties, PCGS has graded just 18 pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

733

1833 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-108, R.1. A wonderful Premium Gem, this piece has light gold and iridescent toning over frosty silver luster. It is a Condition Census piece, probably third finest known for the variety.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1885.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

734

1834 50C Large Date, Large Letters MS63 PCGS. O-101, R.1. Vibrant luster swirls about this delicately toned and impressively unabraded Select Bust half. The stars and the URI in PLURIBUS show softness, but the major devices are crisply brought up.(Registry values: N1793)

735

1834 50C Large Date, Large Letters MS64 NGC. O-102, R.1. A late die state, as distinguished by the extensive rim crumbling on each side. Each side of this near-Gem offers bright, slightly pillowy luster that shines through vibrant toning. Blue-green peripheral shadings cede to tan-orange and rose-gold closer to the centers.(Registry values: N2998)

736

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters MS66 NGC. O-111, R.1. The popular "Child's Head" variety. Overton comments, "The face is noticeable for its round cheeked, wide-eyed appearance." However, a pair of diagonal die lines within the lower half of the shield provides a less subjective diagnostic. Peach, pink, gray, gold, and ocean-blue colors grace this sharply struck and exceptionally well-preserved Premium Gem. A beautiful example that is worthy of the finest quality 19th century silver type set.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

737

1835 50C MS62 PCGS. O-107, R.1. Deep olive-brown, sea-green, and orange-gold embrace this satiny and lightly abraded Capped Bust half. The RI in PLURIBUS is softly defined, but the major devices are generally crisp.(Registry values: N1793)

738

1836 50C Lettered Edge MS64 PCGS. O-113, R.2. The inner points of the first four stars are recut, the drapery clasp has a double outline, a center dot is located between crossbars 4 and 5, and the left side of second T in STATES and the right side of I in PLURIBUS are nearly in line. A faint crack from the rim progresses upward through star 12 past star 11 and terminates in the upper ribbon. There is also a faint crack in the drapery at the end of the bust. These light, incomplete cracks indicate an intermediate state between O-113 and O-113a. Soft silver-gray patina occupies lustrous surfaces on both sides of this near-Gem. The design elements are sharply struck and well centered on the planchet. A few unobtrusive handling marks prevent Gem status. Population for the date: 55 in 64, 14 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

739

1836 50C Lettered Edge MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-104, R.3. The base of the 1 in the date is repunched, as is the top of the flag of the 5 in 50 C. Golden-brown and forest-green toning alternates across this lustrous and boldly impressed Premium Gem. Exceeds in grade any examples listed for the variety by Herrman. Census: 5 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Reeded Edge Half Dollars

740

1836 50C Reeded Edge XF40 NGC. A nice, moderately circulated example of this low-mintage coin that saw several transitions: from "blood power" to steam power, as Mint Director Robert Maskell Patterson called it; from edge lettering to edge reeding; and from an open collar to a closed collar, which obviated the possibility of the edge lettering. This piece shows attractive pinkish-gold and gray patina with few abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

741

1836 50C Reeded Edge AU50 PCGS. The first Reeded Edge half dollar issue is justly famous, and as a low-mintage date, it is also highly prized. The present piece is only modestly worn with delicate rose and lilac toning over the fields that turns to green-gold close to the rims. A few minor abrasions contribute to the grade. Population: 22 in 50, 71 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

742

1836 50C Reeded Edge MS62 PCGS. The importance of the 1836 Reeded Edge half is twofold. First, it was redesigned by Christian Gobrecht to facilitate striking on the new steam press. Second, it is a low mintage issue, with only 1,200 pieces produced. This is an attractive example that has semiprooflike fields, as one would expect on a coin with such a limited production run. The steam press also imparted a strong, even strike over all the design elements. Much of the original brilliance remains, with just a hint of pale gray patina over each side. Population: 10 in 62, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

743

1837 50C AU58 PCGS. Significant amounts of mint luster remain on this attractive, near-Mint piece. The central design elements are sharp, and the surfaces are mostly untoned except for slight peripheral color. A small mint-made obverse strike-through is at 10:30.(Registry values: N991)

744

1837 50C MS63 PCGS. The Capped Bust, Reeded Edge half dollar design was adopted in 1836, when the new steam-powered presses and the close collar made the old lettered edge design obsolete. The reverse design was modified in 1838 to express the denomination as HALF DOL., making the half dollars of 1836 and 1837 a two-year type design. The 1837 half dollar is the more available date by far, by virtue of its 3.6 million piece mintage, making it the first choice for type collectors.
The present coin is a pleasing specimen, well struck and highly lustrous, with an attractive satiny sheen across both sides. The surfaces are essentially untoned over the silver-gray fields and centers, with slight hints of golden color at the peripheries. A handful of mild handling marks are consistent with the grade. Population: 88 in 63, 90 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

745

1838 50C MS64 PCGS. This short-lived type was redesigned and struck on the newly installed steam press beginning in 1836. The wording of the denomination was changed in 1838 from 50 CENTS to HALF DOL. to conform to the quarters and silver dollars. This is a sharply defined example that has smooth, satiny mint luster, and each side has a bit of light golden-brown toning. A lovely, problem-free example. Population: 42 in 64, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

746

1839 50C MS62 NGC. A sharply struck Capped Bust half from the final year of the long-lived design. Sea-green and golden-brown with satin luster and no distracting abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

747

1839-O 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. The 1839-O was the first branch mint half dollar produced for circulation, and its obverse-mintmark placement has made it a collector favorite. Though this silver-gray example experienced a past cleaning, it is minimally abraded with no trace of wear.(Registry values: N2998)

Seated Half Dollars

748

1839 50C No Drapery AU55 PCGS. WB-101. An earlier die state, as seen by the lack of the reverse die cracks listed in the Wiley-Bugert reference. Often seen weakly struck, this No Drapery half shows only localized softness at the top of the obverse and on the eagle's left (facing) wing. Rich rose-gray toning covers each side with a bright presence of green around the margins.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

749

1840-O 50C MS64 NGC. Breen-4751, WB-103. Small Mintmark. The 1840-O coinage is an interesting one, in that a portion of the recorded mintage of 855,100 pieces was struck from a previous die of the left-over 1838 bust coinage without a mintmark, according to Wiley-Bugert. This mintmarked example shows a reverse die with extensive radial cracks, four to be precise, including one through the mintmark. Breen estimates the mintage at only 50,000 pieces due to the rapid shattering of the die. This is a rare issue in Mint State, and the present example will not disappoint. The strike is uniformly bold, with the sole exception of the eagle's left (facing) leg, and beautiful central pinkish-gold patina ceding to steel-blue at the margins is a testament to its originality.(Registry values: N2998)

750

1842 50C Medium Date, Large Letters MS64 PCGS. CAC. WB-104. A bit more available than its Small Date counterpart; however, the larger date variants of the 1842 generally reflect improved technology in the Mint and the coins are more sharply struck. This is a high-end piece that has richly variegated gray-lilac and golden-rose toning over each side. The striking details are strong, as expected, and the only marks of any note are a couple above the eagle's head in the upper reverse field. Population: 8 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).

751

1842-O 50C Medium Date, Large Letters MS64 NGC. WB-102. While far less rare than the WB-101 Small Date, the Medium Date is nonetheless quite elusive in Mint State. This piece is quite sharply struck throughout, with generous luster and pleasing pinkish-gray patina that deepens to blue at the rims. NGC has certified only three MS64 pieces, with two finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

752

1853 50C Arrows and Rays MS63 PCGS. The two sides of this Select example present somewhat differently, although both are attractive. On the obverse, smoky light-gray toning yields to a mixture of coral, heather, and sea-green coloration in the northwest quadrant. The reverse is bright, with snappy luster and golden-silver central toning that changes to golden-brown and cobalt-blue near the borders. A nicely preserved example of this scarce one-year type.(Registry values: N2998)

753

1855-S 50C Arrows AU58 PCGS. CAC. The San Francisco Mint struck its first silver issues, quarters and half dollars, in the second year of operations, 1855. The mintage of both denominations was modest, with 396,400 quarters and 129,950 half dollars coined throughout the year. The survival rate for these coins was also low, with most of those existing today in well worn grades. The present silver-gray example has considerable remaining luster with hints of champagne toning and minor grade-consistent surface marks. Population: 1 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

754

1856-O 50C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Breen-4868, WB-103. The 56 in the date is noticeably repunched. The strike is intricate aside from slight blending on the dentils. Medium caramel-gold and jade-green toning is illuminated by vibrant luster. The obverse is essentially pristine, and the reverse has only a couple of minor marks. Population: 6 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

755

1856-O 50C MS66 NGC. The obverse of this highly lustrous Premium Gem is toned in dappled violet and cobalt-blue shades, while the reverse is coated in streakier amber and forest-green toning. The 1856-O enjoys a reputation as an available issue, thanks to a mintage of over 2.6 million pieces, yet at the MS66 level, such "availability" has its limits. Census: 3 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

756

1858 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. WB-101. Tail Hub Variety One, Normal Date. Type One Reverse. A remarkably well preserved example of this Philadelphia Mint issue, which is very common at lower grade levels but extremely scarce as a Premium Gem. Just eight coins have been certified as MS66, by NGC and PCGS combined, and only one MS67 specimen currently exists, in an NGC holder (3/09). Well struck throughout, save for a touch of typical softness on stars 6 through 8, as well as on the top of Liberty's head. Pleasing natural toning covers each side.(Registry values: N4719)

757

1859-O 50C MS65 NGC. Purple-rose centers turn to gold and blue iridescent toning at the rims on this gorgeous Gem example. Surface marks are seemingly nonexistent under the swirls of deep color. As sharply struck as many proofs, save for partial weakness on obverse stars 12 and 13. A conditionally rare issue, despite its high original mintage of over 2.83 million coins. Census: 10 in 65, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

758

1861-O 50C CSA Obverse--Shipwreck Effect--NGC. Ex: S.S. Republic. Confederate States Issue. FS-401, formerly FS-007. Wiley-11a. Struck following the four Confederate States of America halves. Wiley-11 was struck prior to the CSA halves. Wiley-11a is distinguished by the absence of a tine from the peak of the second 1 in the date, combined with the presence of a die crack from the nose to 11 o'clock. This is an untoned stone-white example with extensive granularity on the surfaces from long term immersion in seawater. A wide planchet streak resides from just below ES to just below ER on the reverse. Well struck with slight wear and a few tiny abrasions on each side. Heritage-graded: shipwreck effect, AU Details. Comes with a wooden presentation box and Certificate of Authenticity.

759

1861-S 50C MS64 PCGS. WB-101, Large Mintmark. Spidery die cracks extend from the lowest point of star 13 to Liberty's ankle, and from the lower left edge of the first 1, across Liberty's bust to the left obverse rim at approximately 7:30. An appealing near-Gem with light, original toning, full satin luster, and minimal surface marks for the grade. Population: 12 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

760

1870-CC 50C VF35 PCGS. Undoubtedly the fact that this was the first year of issue for the Carson City Mint explains the weak strikes seen on many 1870-CC halves. That effect is not so noticeable on this coin, however, as it is evenly worn over the high points. This is a lovely mid-grade circulated example of this major CC rarity. The fields and recesses of the devices are deep gray and the high points of the devices are brilliantish. There are no obvious or noticeable abrasions on either side. An original coin that was spent for several years in the channels of commerce in Nevada in the 1870s.(Registry values: N2998)

761

1874 50C Arrows MS63 NGC. Fresh silver-white centers give way to deeper violet and peach-orange color close the margins. Well struck and modestly marked for the grade, a solid Select example of this popular Arrows issue.(Registry values: N1793)

762

1876-S 50C MS65 PCGS. The strike is exacting on this carefully preserved Gem. What is more immediately noticeable about the coin, however, is the toning, dappled gold, blue-green, and violet over soft and appealing luster. A few minor marks in the fields are consistent with the grade. Population: 9 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

763

1878-CC 50C Good 6 PCGS. Although less famous than the 1878-S, the 1878-CC is another little-saved and low mintage branch mint issue whose production was curtailed by the need to coin silver dollars. A deep dove-gray example with several readable letters within IN GOD WE TRUST.(Registry values: N491)

764

1878-CC 50C --Scratched Reverse--ICG. VF30 Details. Although less rare than the key date 1878-S, the 1878-CC had a meager mintage for the same reason. The new Morgan dollar needed to be struck in formidable quantity to fulfill the Bland-Allison act. This is a nearly untoned and somewhat glossy example with relatively minor marks near the AM in AMERICA.(Registry values: N1793)

765

1880 50C MS66 Prooflike NGC. Despite its low mintage of 8,400 circulation strikes, a good number were saved, and hence are available to collectors today. Prooflike specimens are elusive, however; NGC has assigned this finish to only six examples, this particular Premium Gem being the finest. Silver-white surfaces exhibit striking field-motif contrast, which is even further enhanced by the crisp definition on the design elements. Both sides are impeccably preserved.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

766

1882 50C MS67 Prooflike NGC. Cherry-red toning endows the flashy fields. Each side has a peripheral glimpse of navy-blue patina. A razor-sharp Superb Gem. A few nearly imperceptible hairlines are noted on the right obverse field. Only 4,400 business strikes were issued, since the mints were occupied with silver dollar production that year. NGC has only designated eight coins as Prooflike, and just one as Deep Prooflike. Census: 1 in 67 Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N1)

767

1887 50C MS67 NGC. A scarce P-mint from the 1880s with only 5,000 pieces produced. In MS67, the grade of the example offered here, this coin becomes quite rare. The present coin displays medium intensity gray-gold, cobalt-blue, and lavender patination over dazzling luster. The fields are somewhat prooflike, and provide a noticeable contrast with the motifs. The design elements are sharply struck, with the only weak areas occurring in a few of the star centers. The surfaces are impeccably preserved throughout. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

768

1891 50C MS65 PCGS. The 1891 is curiously scarce in Gem condition, even though it is the final year of issue for the Seated design. This is a lovely and obviously original example. The centers are very light in color, in fact almost untoned in many places, while the rims are encircled by thin rings of golden-russet and blue patina. Fully struck in all areas and exhibiting full, satin mint luster. Population: 20 in 65, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Seated Half Dollars

769

1861 50C PR64 PCGS. Luminous surfaces exhibit well struck motifs that display a degree of contrast with the mirrored fields. Two or streaks of light yellow-gold are visible on the obverse. A few faint hairlines that only show under high magnification limit the grade. Population: 17 in 64, 10 finer (3/09).

770

1862 50C PR63 PCGS. An attractive Select proof with splashes of cobalt-blue and gold-tan around the borders. The centers are brilliant. Exquisitely struck throughout. Some faint field hairlines define the grade. Only 550 proofs struck.
Ex: Beau Clerc Collection (Heritage, 9/2007), lot 1584, which realized $1,610.

771

1862 50C PR64 Cameo PCGS. Ice-white devices rise above the delicately striated and fully mirrored fields. A bold representative of this elusive Civil War No Motto issue. A mere 550 proofs were struck. This was about half the proof mintage of the prior two years, and probably a more realistic estimate of expected sales, particularly given the temporary loss of sales to Confederate collectors. Population: 5 in 64 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

772

1863 50C PR65 PCGS. Only 460 proof half dollars were struck in 1863. PCGS and NGC have certified a fair number of specimens through the near-Gem level of preservation. Gems are scarce and higher grade coins are rare. The reflective fields of this PR65 example yield relatively strong contrast with the sharply struck motifs at certain angles. Cobalt-blue, yellow-gold, and lavender toning gravitates to the margins, leaving the centers mostly aqua. A few grade-consistent handling marks are not all that disturbing. Population: 11 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).

774

1863 50C PR62 Cameo PCGS. Fantastically mirrored with ample contrast and a hint of golden-brown peripheral toning. Light hairlines and a few points of contact preclude a finer designation. Population: 4 in 62 Cameo, 12 finer (3/09).

775

1863 50C PR65 Cameo PCGS. This Gem Cameo displays a veneer of gold that darkens somewhat at the margins and is joined on the reverse by wisps of cobalt-blue and lavender. An exquisite strike emboldens the frosted design features, which yield a pronounced contrast with the mirrored fields. A couple of minor handling marks may be all that stand in the way of an even higher grade. Population: 3 in 65 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

776

1866 50C Motto PR63 Cameo PCGS. CAC. This razor-sharp specimen is untoned aside from a glimpse of golden-brown near the rims. The devices exhibit noticeable frost, and the fields are glassy. A meager 725 proofs were struck. Population: 6 in 63 Cameo, 12 finer (3/09).

777

1867 50C PR63 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Emerald-green and honey-gold encompass the borders of this intricately impressed specimen. Frosty motifs confirm the Cameo designation. Tilting the coin at obscure angles reveals faint field hairlines. A meager 625 proofs were struck.

778

1868 50C PR63 PCGS. Deep golden-gray toning occupies the central areas of this Select proof, flanked by peripheral aqua-green, electric-blue, and lavender clinging. We note an impressive strike on all of the design elements. Population: 49 in 63, 46 finer (3/09).
Ex: Jones Beach Collection (Heritage, 1/2007), lot 4515; Beau Clerc Collection (Heritage, 9/2007),lot 1592.

779

1872 50C PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Ex: Stokely Collection. Consistent mint frost confirms the Cameo designation, and a needle-sharp strike further ensures the eye appeal. Untoned and attractive with a well preserved reverse. This is the "low date" as described in Breen's proof Encyclopedia, with the 87 joined by a subtle defect, and the toe unenclosed. Among the finest graded at PCGS. Population: 3 in 65 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

780

1873 50C Arrows PR62 NGC. Fully struck on all design elements, including the straps on Liberty's footwear. Untoned with deeply watery fields and frosted silver devices. The fields are hairlined, limiting the grade.

781

1874 50C Arrows PR64 NGC. The Arrows proof issues enjoy consistent popularity from type and date collectors alike. This near-Gem from the With Motto issue of 1874 offers considerable watery reflectivity in the fields. Delicate blue, violet, and gold tints drape each side, and the devices offer a touch of frostiness. Census: 58 in 64, 20 finer (3/09).

782

1875 50C PR66 PCGS. Ex: The Stokely Collection. Ocean-blue and lime-gold coloration embraces this beautifully preserved high grade proof Seated half. The strike is good, if not absolute on the eagle's left (facing) ankle and the upper curls of Liberty's head. Only 700 proofs were struck in 1875, the same as the prior year, although the 1875 is much more reasonably priced since it is not an Arrows date. Population: 4 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).

783

1877 50C PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Type Two Reverse, with the closed bud on the lower leftmost olive. Wiley and Bugert posit that the Closed Bud reverse was created by Mint Engraver Charles Barber as a way to "sign" his work after he was given the task to create a new working hub for subsequent working dies. Deep amber-gold rings the rims of this piece, with silver-white centers and intense field-device contrast. Light field hairlines account for the grade, but much eye appeal is present. Population: 10 in 64 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).

784

1878 50C PR66 NGC. Many of the 1.3 million 1878 halves are weakly struck, but purchase of a proof such as this one is one sure way to acquire a fully struck example of this date. The devices show pinpoint definition on each side. The fields are brightly reflective and enhance the turquoise and rose patina seen on the obverse and the rosy-golden color that covers the reverse. Census: 13 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).

785

1879 50C PR65 NGC. Curiously available as both a business strike and proof, even though there are low mintages for both from this year. Wiley-Bugert state they can be found "as they were saved at or near the time of issue by collectors because of anticipated low mintages." This is a deeply mirrored example that shows extensive blue, rose, and yellow toning over each side. Census: 33 in 65, 29 finer (3/09).

786

1879 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. The proof mintage of 1879 Seated half dollars, at 1,100 pieces, was nearly one-quarter that of the business strike total--only 4,800 coins. Boldly struck, light silver-gray devices contrast sharply against the unblemished and untoned fields of this coin, earning it the well-deserved Cameo designation. Census: 12 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

787

1882 50C PR66 PCGS. The deep, smoky rose-gray and cobalt-blue coloration over both sides of this Premium Gem marks it as a lovely, fully original specimen from the original mintage of just 1,100 proofs. Sharply struck and essentially pristine, this piece might grade even higher if the reflectivity in the fields were not subdued by the rich patina. Still a noteworthy and conditionally scarce survivor of this Philadelphia Mint issue. Population: 20 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).

788

1882 50C PR66 PCGS. The 1882 is one of the low-mintage issues from the 1880s, with 1,100 proofs struck out of the 5,500 total pieces produced. This deeply toned coin has subtle iridescent olive-green and golden patination over each side, blessed with a full strike and good eye appeal. A small luster graze in the obverse field fails to distract. Population: 20 in 66, 2 finer (12/06).

789

1883 50C PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. An entirely brilliant Premium Gem with outstanding contrast. Both sides are bright silver with no evidence of toning on either side. Although business strike Seated half dollars from the 1880s are extremely rare, but it is the proofs that possess such amazing eye appeal. Census: 1 in 66 Ultra Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).

790

1884 50C PR67 PCGS. Ex: Benson. Splendid rim toning displays shades of ice-blue and pinkish-gold, with some silver remaining in the centers on each side. The strike is needle-sharp as expected for the grade. Amazingly, PCGS has certified a single piece finer from this proof mintage of 875 coins, but this specimen has wonderful aesthetic appeal.

791

1885 50C PR65 PCGS. Powder-blue and honey-gold envelop this precisely struck Gem Seated half. The reflective fields are unaccompanied by contact marks or hairlines. Only 930 proofs and 5,200 commercial pieces were struck. Housed in an early full-size green-label holder. Population: 23 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).

792

1885 50C PR66 NGC. The obverse of this elegantly toned Premium Gem proof shows distinct contrast, though the reverse patina is too deep for a Cameo designation. The liquid mirrors are faintly gold-toned on the obverse with splashes of blue and orange at the margins, while the other side is split between pink-orange and blue-green. Fascinating eye appeal. Census: 21 in 66, 9 finer (3/09).

793

1886 50C PR63 ICG. WB-101. The only known dies. This is a sharply struck example with lovely mauve toning, intermingled with dappled tan and sky-blue patina on the reverse. An attractive specimen, free of distractions.

794

1888 50C PR65 Cameo NGC. A starkly contrasted, brilliant proof striking that displays thick mint frost on the devices against deeply reflective fields. Produced toward the end of the low-mintage decade of the 1880s, only 832 proofs were struck in addition to another 12,001 coins for circulation. Census: 13 in 65 Cameo, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

795

1889 50C PR64 Cameo NGC. The half dollar saw 711 proofs minted in 1889. NGC and PCGS have certified a couple of hundred specimens, very few of which boast a Cameo finish. The deep mirrors of this near-Gem establish pronounced variance with the frosted devices, all of which are exquisitely struck. The untoned surfaces reveal just a few minor handling marks that preclude Gem classification. Census: 3 in 64 Cameo, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

Barber Half Dollars

796

1892 50C MS64 PCGS. Billowy luster exudes from the untoned surfaces of this lovely near-Gem half. The design elements are well brought up. A few minor obverse handling marks preclude Gem classification.(Registry values: N1793)

797

1893-S 50C AU58 ANACS. A scarce, early Barber half and a coin that is rarely seen in Uncirculated. Starting some 20 years ago, it became popular to put together sets of Barber coinage in problem-free AU condition. The result was that collectors soon found out such problem-free AU coins were actually rarer than the higher-touted Uncirculated coins. Only 24 AU58 pieces have been certified by both of the major services of this issue (12 each). This is a remarkably lustrous example that is toned in red and blue shades over each side. Sharply struck.(Registry values: N991)

798

1894-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Although the 1894-S has a reasonable mintage, better Mint State coins are difficult to come by. Delicate caramel-gold and silver-gray patina graces the lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem, and a well executed strike brings out sharp definition on the design elements, except for the usual softness on the eagle's right-facing claws and adjacent fletchings. Population: 45 in 64, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

799

1897-O 50C MS65 NGC. Despite the low mintage of 632,000 coins, Mint State examples of the 1897-O may be had up through Gem and Premium Gem levels for a price. David and John Feigenbaum posit that this is because early dealers such as B. Max Mehl saved nice pieces of the issue near the time of their production--four years after Augustus Heaton's classic Mint Marks reference altered the collecting landscape forever.
This alluring Gem offers silvery, lustrous surfaces lightly tinged with gold patina. Both sides are remarkably pristine and distraction-free, but some localized strike softness shows on the reverse in the usual areas. Census: 7 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

800

1897-S 50C MS65 NGC. The bright silver surfaces are lightly dusted with gold patina and are fairly prooflike, especially on the reverse. The effect on the obverse is dampened by some light powder-gray coloration in the fields. Marvelous cartwheel luster emanates from both sides, and the overall eye appeal is exemplary. A memorable example of this key date issue. Census: 7 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

801

1899 50C MS65 Prooflike NGC. As first glance this coin could easily pass for a true proof, so deep and well-mirrored is the reflectivity. The centers are uniformly silver-white on both sides, but the color melds into pleasing cherry-red hues at the rims on both sides. This fully struck piece certainly appear high-end for the assigned grade. Census: 2 in 65 Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

802

1900-O 50C MS64 PCGS. Ex: Shireman Collection. Bright luster envelops this near-Gem half. The strike is typical for an O-mint specimen, as softness shows on the upper right shield corner and on the arrow feathers. Essentially untoned, with a graze on Liberty's neck that precludes Gem status. Population: 13 in 64, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

803

1900-O 50C MS65 PCGS. The 1900-O is one of the very scarce Barber half issues in Mint State, keeping company with other elusive issues of comparable rarity such as the 1901-O, 1902-S, 1904-O, and 1896-S. In MS65 condition PCGS has certified exactly four coins, with two finer. Interestingly, NGC has certified no MS65 examples, although it has graded two finer (3/09).
This silvery, lustrous piece offers a light wash of grayish-gold over the surfaces, with good eye appeal. There are few singular abrasions, but the strike identifies it as a product of the New Orleans Mint, with weakness on the right shield corner, right wing and claw, and the fletchings. The hair below the headband is well articulated, however.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

804

1900-S 50C MS64 PCGS. One of the so-called Philippine Hoard dates that were exported in large numbers to the Philippines after the Spanish-American War. This is a mostly brilliant example with just a tinge of peripheral color, and the strike is complete in all areas. A few light abrasions on Liberty's neck explain the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

805

1900-S 50C MS64 PCGS. CAC. This amazing 1900-S Barber half dollar is boldly defined with exceptional obverse and reverse design sharpness. The surfaces are brilliant with satiny luster beneath faint champagne and iridescent toning. An important condition rarity, the 1900-S is seldom found any finer than this piece. Population: 18 in 64, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

806

1901-O 50C MS65 NGC. The 1901-O is a very challenging issue that combines striking rarity and rarity in mint condition. It is, in fact, a scarce item above the VG level. Only nine coins have been certified in Gem condition between the two major certification services (three PCGS and six NGC) with a mere five finer (3/09). This particular piece is much sharper on the obverse than the reverse with the only notable weakness on the front side seen on Liberty's lips. The reverse, however, shows significant softness on the eagle. Brilliant throughout, the surfaces display bright, attractive satiny mint luster. The only mentionable abrasions are a couple of unobtrusive marks on the lower portion of Liberty's neck. A rare opportunity for the specialist.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

807

1906-S 50C MS64 PCGS. An uncommonly lustrous Barber half, and one that lacks the often-seen die striations in the fields. The devices are sharply defined, and the surfaces are essentially devoid of abrasions. Each side also shows lovely, subtle toning in shades of gray and lilac. Population: 32 in 64, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

808

1907-D 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Duckor/Price. From the amazing Barber half dollar collections of Dr. Steven Duckor and Dr. Thaine Price before him. This Premium Gem is sharply defined and attractively toned with myriad small splashes of silver brilliance shining through the vibrant gold toning on each side. All of the design elements are boldly detailed and the surfaces are pristine. Although the date is considered plentiful, it is a condition rarity above MS65 as indicated by the current PCGS population; just nine are graded MS66 and only three are any finer (3/09). Few survivors of this issue, or any Barber half dollar issue, have as lovely an overall appearance or as much aesthetic appeal as this piece. The chance to bid on such an amazing piece seldom appears, and advanced collectors would do well to take advantage of the present opportunity. In the last 16 years of Heritage auctions, This is only the ninth time that we have offered an MS66 1907-D Barber half, and during that same period we have only presented two finer MS67 specimens.
Ex: Dr. Thaine B. Price Collection (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 171.(Registry values: N2998)

809

1908-O 50C MS66 NGC. Strongly struck for an O-mint Barber half with strong luster beneath wild and colorful luster. Crazy-quilt patches of blue, violet, and rose appear against a gold-orange base. This Premium Gem's preservation and eye appeal are equally winning. Census: 9 in 66, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

810

1909 50C MS66 PCGS. Lovely rose, hazel, and violet colors intermingle on the surfaces of this carefully preserved Premium Gem. Both sides are remarkably clean, and a loupe locates only a couple of microscopic handling marks. A conditionally rare and vividly toned specimen. Sharply struck throughout. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified any pieces finer than the present examples, and PCGS reports just 10 submissions at the MS66 level (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

811

1909-S 50C MS64 PCGS. The 1909-S is a well-produced issue with a generous mintage of 1.7 million pieces. The strike is usually strong as well as the mint luster, and both attributes are seen on this piece. The surfaces are brilliant throughout with no obvious or detracting abrasions present on either side. Population: 17 in 64, 26 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

812

1910-S 50C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Price Collection. While the 1910 Philadelphia issue was produced in significantly lower numbers (418,000 business strikes), the 1910-S (1.948 million pieces) is the more difficult Barber half to locate in grades above the Choice AU level. David Lawrence (1991) simply states that this issue "comes nice," an assessment that definitely describes this conditionally rare Premium Gem. Razor sharp striking definition and billowy mint frost highlight all features. The surfaces are distraction-free with a peripheral ring of deep honey-golden and subtle gunmetal-blue color on each side. Solidly graded at the MS66 level, and sharing that grade with just 19 other examples at NGC and PCGS. Only six coins are finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

813

1911 50C MS65 PCGS. This Gem specimen offers pretty, lustrous grayish-gold surfaces throughout, with a good strike and lots of eye appeal. A few stray field marks keep the piece from an even finer grade, but except for a couple of ticks on the nose and cheek they are minor and positioned away from the focal points. Population: 41 in 65, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

814

1912 50C MS64 PCGS. Shimmering surfaces with light golden color and some mottled orange-gold. A few light contact marks, including one on Liberty's cheek, are noted for accuracy. Population: 79 in 64, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

815

1912-D 50C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Boldly struck with bright silver-white surfaces and satiny mint frost. Only the left side obverse stars and the eagle's right (facing) talons show slight weakness. Two or three wispy marks are noted on each side, although none of them are distracting.(Registry values: N1793)

816

1915-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Final year of issue for the Barber half dollar, this piece has generally untoned centers that are surrounded by heather, gray, and olive toning at the peripheries. Well preserved with vibrant satiny luster. Tied for finest graded at PCGS, with only one MS67 piece graded even finer at rival NGC (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

817

1915-S 50C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Light speckled tan patina enriches this attractively preserved near-Gem half. Lustrous and suitably struck, with a few faint marks on Liberty's cheek that prevent an even finer grade.(Registry values: N1793)

818

1915-S 50C MS66 NGC. The Mint State population of 1915-S halves is relatively high through the near-Gem level of preservation, possibly the result of five Uncirculated rolls that turned up in 1957 (David Lawrence, 1991). Bright luster energizes this Premium Gem. Whispers of tan-gold visit the peripheries, and a well executed strike leaves sharp definition on the design features, save for softness on the upper right corner of the shield. A few minute marks might well prevent an even higher grade. Census: 6 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Barber Half Dollars

819

1892 50C PR67 PCGS. Even though it is the earliest Barber half, the 1892 is also the most frequently encountered in Uncirculated grades and as a proof. This is a remarkable piece whose deeply reflective mirrors shine brightly through the multiple layers of toning on each side. A curious circle of near-brilliance is seen on the lower obverse; otherwise, each side is deep blue and purple.(Registry values: N4719)

820

1892 50C PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. This stunning first year of issue Barber half dollar has fully brilliant, untoned silver surfaces with highly lustrous devices and incredibly deep mirrored fields, creating the ultimate cameo contrast, as indicated by NGC's Ultra Cameo designation. Census: 2 in 66 Ultra Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

821

1892 50C PR67 Ultra Cameo NGC. Walter Breen writes in his 1977 proof coins reference book about the 1892 proof half dollars: "Too many beautifully toned examples have fallen victim to cyanide or baking soda paste. Hoarded as first year of issue but not to such a large extent as the quarters." The hoarding is evident in the large number of coins certified by NGC and PCGS. Deep/Ultra Cameos, however, are few and far between, as is evident from the mere 15 certified examples.
Frosted motifs on this PR67 Ultra Cameo stand out against the deeply mirrored fields. A well executed strike results in razor sharp definition on the design elements, and just the faintest hint of gold color occasionally shows up at the margins under magnification. Both sides are impeccably preserved. A small planchet flake between the IB of PLURIBUS pedigrees the coin. Census: 3 in 67 Ultra Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

822

1893 50C PR64 Cameo PCGS. Faint almond-gold toning drapes this splendid near-Gem. The strike is meticulous save for a trace of softness on the right shield corner. The fletchings have complete detail. Proof production fell more than one-third between 1892 and 1893, presumably due to reduced interest with the second year of the Barber type. Population: 16 in 64 Cameo, 28 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

823

1893 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. Ex: Eliasberg-Hugon. In the 19th century, when a collector went to the trouble of acquiring modern coins directly from each of the mints in the year of issue, one could be well assured of receiving high quality pieces. That is what John M. Clapp did as far back as 1893. As a result, because of the care he and later collectors gave these coins, they exist today in essentially the same condition as when Clapp received them in the year of issue. Only 792 proof halves were struck in 1893, and even though NGC has numerically graded 13 other pieces PR67 Cameo, with two finer, it is difficult to imagine a more attractive, problem-free proof than this one. The fields are unfathomably deep in their mirrored reflectivity and the devices are quite heavily frosted, with the coin bordering on Ultra Cameo status. Original, delicate golden and blue toning surrounds the peripheries, with brilliant centers. The only contact remnant worthy of note is a milling mark approximately 2 mm. in front of Liberty's ear.
Ex: Purchased by J.M. Clapp directly from the Philadelphia Mint; John H. Clapp; Clapp estate; 1942, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 2067; The John C. Hugon Collection (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 4273.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

824

1894 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. This Superb Gem proof is a remarkable example that approaches deep or ultra cameo status. Both sides are fully brilliant without any evidence of toning. A solid strike leaves virtually complete definition on the design elements. A few insignificant hairlines do not disturb in the least. Seldom does such an amazing example of this issue become available. Census: 10 in 67 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

825

1895 50C PR66 PCGS. CAC. Only 880 proofs were struck of the 1895 proof halves, the same number as that for the famous dollar from this year. The fields on this piece are remarkably deep in their mirrored reflectivity and serve to enhance the colorful array of toning seen over each side. Pinpoint striking details also.(Registry values: N2998)

826

1895 50C PR66 Cameo NGC. The 1895 proof half dollar, with a mintage of 880 pieces, is relatively obtainable through the Gem level. Higher grade pieces are scarce, especially with the Cameo designation. About only two dozen PR66 Cameos have been certified by NGC and PCGS (3/09). This example displays spectacular field-motif contrast with some speckled milky color in the fields. All design features are exceptionally well brought up. A couple of trivial, unobtrusive obverse handling marks are undisturbing.(Registry values: N2998)

827

1898 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. This gorgeous Barber half displays sharp black-and-white cameo contrast and nearly pristine surfaces on each side. Only a vague hint of champagne color is evident near the rims, but otherwise this well-struck coin is fully brilliant. A small area of mint-made die polish in front of Liberty's ear should not be mistaken for hairlines. Census: 23 in 67 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

828

1899 50C PR66 Cameo PCGS. This is a remarkably well struck and lovingly preserved Gem proof, conditionally rare and displaying simply marvelous technical and visual merit. The deeply-mirrored fields contrast sharply with beautifully pristine devices. A splash or two of light gold-tan patina visits the obverse. Population: 5 in 66 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

829

1900 50C PR67 PCGS. This piece is among the finest PCGS-certified survivors of this late-series mintage of 912 coins, even though a single PR68 exists at that service. In PR67 PCGS has graded only this coin and two others (3/09). This lovely piece offers mottled gold, pink, and ice-blue tones on both sides, with splendid luster. Certified in a green-label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

830

1901 50C PR67 PCGS. Gorgeous, original toning is just one of the noteworthy traits of this Superb Gem Barber half. It reveals admirably crisp striking definition, virtually throughout; even if the eagle's right (facing) talons are not full. Brilliant in the centers, with rich surrounding patina in deep, smoky shades of violet, electric-blue, and rose. Conditionally scarce at this lofty grade level. Population: 5 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

831

1902 50C PR65 PCGS. A couple of shades of purple toning make occasional visits to this Gem proof. A well directed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements, with the sole exception being softness on the upper right corner of the shield. No mentionable marks are visible on either side. Proofs of this date have semibrilliant devices instead of frosted.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

832

1902 50C PR65 NGC. One of the finest survivors from the original mintage of 777 proofs, this piece is atypical as it was struck during the no-contrast period of proofing and yet there is a slight bit of contrast evident between the fields and devices. The fields are deeply mirrored and each side has lovely reddish tinged toning with a near-brilliant center to the reverse. A light, vertical grease stain (as made) trails down Liberty's neck. Census: 30 in 65, 44 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

833

1903 50C PR64 NGC. Crisply and fully struck on all of the design motifs. The reverse exhibits definite cameo contrast between glassy, deeply reflective fields and frosted devices. The obverse fields are somewhat muted by a thin layer of milkiness. Still an appealing near-Gem proof specimen.(Registry values: N1793)

834

1903 50C PR65 NGC. This fully brilliant Gem proof 1903 Barber half dollar has a hint of contrast between the fields and devices. The devices have pure white satin luster and the fields have unlimited depth. The proof mintage in 1903 was 755 coins, and few of those had any contrast, as the Mint's policy was to discourage a look that they felt was undesirable.(Registry values: N2998)

835

1903 50C PR65 PCGS. This Gem proof Barber half dollar is highly attractive with gold and iridescent toning, lighter on the reverse. Both sides have deeply mirrored fields that surround lustrous devices, imparting a modest cameo appearance. In fact, a case could be made for designating this Gem as a Cameo proof. Population: 26 in 65, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

836

1903 50C PR66 PCGS. Luminous fields establish a touch of contrast with the motifs, unusual for a brilliant-era Barber proof. A layer of medium-intensity cobalt-blue, purple, and golden-tan patina adds visual interest. An exacting strike leaves crisp definition on the design features, and both sides reveal impeccable preservation. Population: 15 in 66, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

837

1904 50C PR64 PCGS. Both sides of this near-Gem proof possess outstanding brilliance and are sharply struck. A few minute marks preclude Gem status. Population: 79 in 64, 44 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

838

1905 50C PR65 PCGS. A low-mintage proof issue, but one that can occasionally be located in Gem and even better grades. Each side of this lovely piece has deep cherry-red centers that are surrounded by emerald-green at the margins. No obvious problems are noted, and the strike is intricately detailed, as one would expect. Population: 35 in 65, 33 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

839

1905 50C PR67 PCGS. Intermingled peach, sky-blue, and lilac patina embraces this well struck Superb Gem. Every detail of the arrow feathers is fully delivered. The fields and cheek are essentially free from the wispy hairlines that often frequent proof Barber halves. A scant 727 pieces were produced, few of which possess the lofty preservation of the present specimen. Population: 10 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

840

1906 50C PR67 PCGS. The obverse features iridescent toning with blue, pink, purple, and gold predominating, while the reverse is essentially untoned silver-white with just a hint of gold hue. From a proof mintage of 675 coins, and certified in a green-label holder. Sharply struck and pleasing. Population: 10 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

841

1907 50C PR64 PCGS. Splashes of sky-blue and golden-tan patina adhere to the luminous surfaces of this near-Gem proof. The design elements are well struck, except for weakness in the upper right shield corner. Devoid of significant marks. Population: 48 in 64, 40 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

842

1907 50C PR67 NGC. A low-mintage date as a proof with only 575 pieces struck. This is a magnificent piece and is among the finest certified. Only 10 pieces have been graded PR67 when one combines the numbers from both NGC and PCGS, and one coin is finer (3/09). This is an all-brilliant example that has extraordinarily deep mirrors in the fields on each side, and there is just a bit of frost evident on the devices but not enough to warrant a Cameo designation.(Registry values: N4719)

843

1908 50C PR65 Cameo NGC. This was the year of the lowest proof mintage in the entire series with one exception: the 1915. Just 545 proof half dollars were produced in 1908, and few survivors are available in the highest grades. In his Complete Encyclopedia, Walter Breen discussed a new coinage hub that was introduced in 1908. The primary diagnostic is that the tops of WE are joined. No examples have been seen from the old hub, according to Breen. Either this is from the old hub or Breen was mistaken about the tops of WE touching, as they clearly do not touch on this piece. This example exhibits a fully brilliant, ice-white appearance overall. Some slight weakness shows at the juncture of the eagle's right (facing) wing and the shield. Census: 3 in 65 Cameo, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

844

1909 50C PR65 Cameo PCGS. The mintage of proof Barber half dollars diminished throughout the first decade of the 20th century until 1909, when a spike in production brought the total up to almost 1,000 coins. In that year, 950 proof half dollars were produced. This example is without a doubt one of the most attractive survivors from that mintage, with brilliant proof surfaces and excellent eye appeal. All of the design elements are sharply struck, and the contrast is exceptional.(Registry values: N2998)

845

1910 50C PR65 Cameo PCGS. The 1910 has a low mintage for both business strikes as well as proofs. In this case, only 551 proofs were struck, leaving a low number of survivors, especially in high grade. This is a magnificent proof that is brilliant throughout. The fields are deeply reflective and set up a strong contrast against the frosted devices. A lovely example of this scarce proof. Population: 5 in 65 Cameo, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

846

1912 50C PR64 NGC. Occasional freckles of light gray patina rest over each side of this near-Gem proof. Nicely struck, save for the characteristic minor softness on the upper right shield corner. A few wispy handling marks deny Gem status.(Registry values: N1793)

Early Dollars

847

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves VF25 NGC. B-5, BB-27, R.1. Die State II. The Flowing Hair type is much needed by collectors and the B-5 is often used as a type coin, as we suspect this VF25 piece will be. The surfaces are light gray-rose in the centers with noticeably deeper color over the stars and other peripheral devices on each side. A pleasing, problem-free coin for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

848

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves VF25 PCGS. B-5, BB-27, R.1. The B-5, BB-27 die variety is clearly the most plentiful variety among all 1795 Flowing Hair dollars. Current rarity ratings for the 19 varieties of the type suggest that about 5,000 pieces survive in total, and nearly half of them are the B-5, BB-27 dollars. Therefore, it is the variety that is most often chosen by date and type collectors, substantially increasing its overall desirability. Other than a couple minor rim bumps, this deep steel toned piece has pleasing surfaces. Lighter silver-gray appears on portions of the devices.(Registry values: N2998)

849

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves--Plugged--NCS. XF Details. B-5, BB-27, R.1. A nicely detailed example with pleasing medium to dark gray surfaces. It has also been rather poorly plugged at 4 o'clock, relative to the obverse. The material used for the plug is brighter metallic. A couple star points on the obverse had to be refashioned, but the reverse designs are unaffected.(Registry values: N4719)

850

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Two Leaves VF35 ANACS. B-1, BB-21, R.2. This blundered date obverse has the 7 punched over an errant 1. The variety ranks among the most plentiful 1795 silver dollar marriages, perhaps second only to B-5, BB-27. Medium gray surfaces have faint traces of olive on the obverse and gold on the reverse. Both sides are lightly abraded as usual for the grade.(Registry values: P4)

851

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Off Center--Reverse Damage, Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. B-14, BB-51, R.2. Though the steel-gray surfaces are glossy and hairlined from a past cleaning, the central devices retain strong definition for the details grade. A dig below the bow in the wreath accounts for the damage designation.(Registry values: P3)

852

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Off Center--Damaged--ICG. VF30 Details. B-14, BB-51, R.2. The obverse has an attempted puncture left of the date, with a few scratches below the date. Otherwise, both surfaces are exceptional with deep silver-gray and steel coloration and splashes of iridescence.(Registry values: P3)

853

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Off Center XF45 PCGS. B-14, BB-51, R.2. The only 1795 die pair with the Draped Bust device shifted left of center. This Choice XF survivor has largely steel-gray surfaces that are modestly worn, with elements of green-gold near the margins and in the fields. Light, scattered abrasions are present on each side, as is a dig to the right of the date.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

854

1797 $1 10x6 Stars, Large Letters XF45 NGC. CAC. B-3, BB-71, R.3. This is an appealing example that appears to be fully original, with dove-gray and silver-gray near the centers that yield to light khaki-olive peripheral toning on both sides. Modestly worn with a few faint hairlines and a wispy pinscratch that extends diagonally across Liberty's neck. A rim nick is noted directly beneath the 9 in the date.(Registry values: P4)

855

1797 $1 9x7 Stars, Large Letters VF30 PCGS. B-1, BB-73, R.3. A lovely midgrade example with original pewter-gray toning. The obverse shows a single small abrasion immediately below Liberty's earlobe, while the reverse is abrasion-free but displays a number of fairly heavy adjustment marks. A pleasing representative of this classic early dollar date, which is a favorite of collectors because of its low mintage of just 7,776 pieces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

856

1798 $1 Small Eagle, 13 Stars XF45 NGC. B-1, BB-82, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III. A splendid example of the transitional 1798 Small Eagle silver dollar. Two varieties are known, with either 15 stars or 13 stars. It is believed that the 15 Stars coins were struck first, since earlier years had either 15 or 16 stars. The 13 Stars coins are similar to all remaining 1798 and later dollars. The 15 Stars coins are technically part of the earlier design type, while the 13 Stars coins are the true transitional pieces that have characteristics of both the earlier and later designs.
This splendid Choice XF piece has deep blue toning on the obverse, with splashes of lilac and gold. The reverse is stone-gray with considerable blue patina. Delicate adjustment marks at the center of the obverse are strictly of mint origin. Census: 25 in 45, 19 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

857

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9--Graffiti--ANACS. VF Details, Net Fine 15. B-31, BB-115, R.4. Die State IV, a late state with the die sinking beneath OF. An eighteenth century person deemed his name worthy to be memorialized in light cursive letters on the upper left obverse field, wispy initials are on the base of Liberty's neck. Subsequent circulation has made the letters mostly illegible. A nicely detailed piece, sky-blue and apricot in color. A spot is on the first A in AMERICA.(Registry values: N1793)

858

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 VF20 PCGS. B-14, BB-122, R.3. The die pair is notable for the short lowest arrow in the eagle's claw. This midrange piece shows a mix of silver-gray, slate-blue, and peach shadings, with the color of the reverse slightly deeper.(Registry values: N1793)

859

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 XF40 PCGS. CAC. B-11, BB-111, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State VII. Two heavy die cracks extend from the obverse rim about 4 o'clock, respectively across the high and low points of star 13. The lower crack ends abruptly, while the higher continues diagonally upward through the adjacent field, across Liberty's mouth and cheek, through most of the hair detail above the ear. Possibly an R.5 to R.6 variety in this late die state. This is a pleasingly original example with excellent detail and few marks on either side.(Registry values: N1793)

860

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9--Cracked Planchet--XF45 PCGS. B-27, BB-113, R.2. The 3/8" planchet crack begins below the 8 and grazes the left side of that digit to the drapery. On the reverse, it is visible between the S and O, down to the cloud below that S. Both sides are original with deep gray-brown toning.(Registry values: N1793)

861

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 AU50 PCGS. B-31, BB-115, R.5. The variety is confirmed by: the digit 8 of the date out of position, high and leaning slightly right; a die crack traveling from below the 9 through the two inner points of star 1 and ending in the field; a star close to, but not touching, both upper and lower points of the eagle's beak; a leaf points near the center of the upright of I in AMERICA; and 13 arrows, with the one overlapping the third shaft from the right having a tiny head. Silver-gray surfaces reveal occasional whispers of light tan, and traces of luster in the protected areas. The design elements are well centered on the planchet, and nicely defined, though the middle portion of the eagle's breast displays minor smoothness. Relatively clean surfaces show just a few minute marks, mostly in the fields.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

862

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 AU55 PCGS. B-15, BB-112, R.3. A die line connects the left shield corner to the banner, and distinguishes this conditionally scarce Bolender variety. Both sides of this boldly detailed dollar have satin luster and deep gunmetal-gray and autumn-gold surfaces. Although a fairly available variety through Very Fine, only a dozen or so are equal to the present lightly abraded piece.(Registry values: N2998)

863

1798 $1 Large Eagle, 10 Arrows AU50 NGC. B-21, BB-107, R.5. Die State II. This is the usual die state. The obverse has a small die chip between the 9 and the drapery, with a short crack extending toward the 7. Light and medium gray patina are interspersed over both sides. Well defined with clean surfaces devoid of significant marks.(Registry values: P1)

864

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Wide Date, Pointed 9 VF30 PCGS. B-19, BB-106, R.5. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III with a vertical bisecting obverse die crack. This Heraldic Eagle dollar features deep ebony-brown patina. Luster traces emerge from the wing feathers and other design crevices. Liberty has a tick on her shoulder and a couple of thin marks near the base of her neck.(Registry values: P1)

865

1799 $1 7x6 Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. B-9, BB-166, R.1. Die State IV, with die crack through star 10 on the obverse. The die flaw just past the second S of STATES is diagnostic. Though this midrange example shows hairlines from a past cleaning, the surfaces have since retoned silver-gray, slate, and peach.(Registry values: N1793)

866

1799 $1 7x6 Stars--Corroded, Cleaned--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF30. B-10, BB-163, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III. Hairlined near the chin, and the margins and shield display subtle gray verdigris. This mildly granular early dollar is impressively detailed.
Ex: Central States (Heritage, 5/2005), lot 1501, which realized $2,185.(Registry values: N1793)

867

1799 $1 7x6 Stars VF30 PCGS. B-8a, BB-165, R.3. Die State II. A short die crack through the top of the final S is always present, a simple diagnostic for identification of the variety. Pale heather toning in the fields serves to frame the lighter gray devices of this attractive example. The few surface marks on each side are consistent with the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

868

1799 $1 7x6 Stars XF45 NGC. B-12, BB-160, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III. Deep golden-brown and gunmetal-gray toning encompasses this pleasing Draped Bust dollar. Luster glimmers from design elements, and wear on the portrait and eagle is moderate. There are no distracting marks, and any collector would be proud to possess this problem-free piece.(Registry values: N1793)

869

1799 $1 7x6 Stars AU50 PCGS. B-9, BB-166, R.1. Bowers-Borckardt Die State V. Delicate gold toning visits this partly lustrous and problem-free Draped Bust dollar. Liberty's cheek and shoulder show the expected light wear. A worthy example of this popular Bolender marriage, distinctive due to its prominent die cracks across the right obverse field.(Registry values: N2998)

870

1799 $1 7x6 Stars AU55 PCGS. CAC. B-9, BB-166, R.1. Bowers-Borckardt Die State IV. Deep dove-gray and jade-green envelop this lightly circulated but well detailed Heraldic Eagle dollar. Remarkably devoid of abrasions, and luster glimmers from design crevices. CAC seals are uncommon on early dollars, which in any event are subject to enormous collector demand.(Registry values: N2998)

871

1799 $1 7x6 Stars AU58 NGC. CAC. B-11, BB-161, R.3. A ''No Berries'' variety, and further distinguished by a broken U in UNITED and a die crack past the D in UNITED. Deep steel-gray toning is accented with reddish-cinnamon color and is somewhat lighter on the reverse. Some vibrant luster remains evident under the natural color, and each side presents a well struck appearance. Only a slight amount of softness is detected on the highest hair strands and the eagle's neck. A few small marks are noted in the right obverse field. Noticeable die clashing is also noted over most of the obverse.(Registry values: N2998)

872

1799 $1 7x6 Stars MS61 ICG. B-14, BB-167, R.3. This satiny Mint State piece is a splendid representative with minor grade-consistent abrasions. Distinctively toned in medium gray with splashes of pale blue, gold, and greenish-yellow. Faint adjustment marks cross part of Liberty. This scarce variety is especially elusive in higher grades, and the present piece may rank close to the top of the Census for the variety.(Registry values: N4719)

873

1799/8 $1 15 Stars Reverse XF45 PCGS. CAC. B-3, BB-141, R.3. The 15 Stars Reverse is one of the most distinctive dies in the series, with its greatly enlarged clouds covering reverse stars 1 and 7. This pleasing light gray piece has minor wear with traces of toning, as well as minor scratches and abrasions of little consequence.(Registry values: N1793)

874

1799/8 $1 13 Stars Reverse--Cleaned--ANACS. VF20 Details. B-2, BB-143, R.4. Golden-brown, ice-blue, and cream-gray embrace this Heraldic Eagle dollar. Marks are unworthy of comment save for a small obverse rim nick at 6 o'clock. Slightly bright but nonetheless attractive.(Registry values: P1)

875

1799/8 $1 13 Stars Reverse AU55 PCGS. B-1, BB-142, R.4. Die State III, most advanced and most common with extensive rim crumbling around the I in AMERICA. Offered here is a modestly worn example, strongly lustrous with light silver-gray color and occasional streaks of cloudy gold toning. Modestly abraded save for a furrow behind the top of Liberty's head.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

876

1799 $1 Irregular Date, 13 Stars Reverse--Genuine--PCGS. B-15, BB-152, R.3. In house graded XF45, environmental damage, scratched. The Irregular Date obverse is mated with the Blundered Stars reverse, the only 1798 reverse that continued in use with a 1799 obverse. Both sides are deeply toned with ebony outlining the obverse details, the reverse with several minor scratches.(Registry values: P1)

877

1800 $1 --Plugged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. B-8, BB-188, R.4. The diagnostic dot inside the lower part of R in LIBERTY is unseen due to plug damage. A scarcer variety with an estimated 150 to 275 pieces believed extant today in all grades. This light-gray example shows scattered puncture marks on each side, and several adjustment marks on the lower obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

878

1800 $1 --Cleaned--ANACS. VF20 Details. B-16, BB-187, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III. The steel-gray toning is deeper on the reverse. The obverse has scattered tiny marks. Granular, but the types show ample detail.(Registry values: N1793)

879

1800 $1 AU55 NGC. B-13, BB-193, Low R.2. Die State III, a later die stage that has bold mint-made clash marks from the bust truncation across the upper right reverse. Golden-brown and pearl-gray patina enriches this pleasing Choice AU Heraldic Eagle dollar. Luster is prominent throughout the obverse border and Liberty's tresses, and especially vivid on the reverse. The absence of detrimental marks contributes further to the imposing eye appeal. A minor rim ding at 11 o'clock is mentioned primarily for pedigree purposes.
Ex: Heritage (7/2004), lot 6899.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

880

1800 $1 AMERICAI--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. B-19, BB-192, R.2. The stone-gray fields display faint hairlines, and a pair of lightly granular streaks are present on the right obverse. Charcoal patina is noted near the ED in UNITED. A well detailed representative of the Guide Book-listed AMERICAI variety.(Registry values: P1)

881

1801 $1 XF45 PCGS. B-1, BB-211, R-2. The reverse has a light die crack through ST of STATES, with the area between that crack and the cloud below forming an internal retained cud. Some counterclockwise die rotation is noted. Choice steel and light gray surfaces for the grade.
Ex: Heritage (12/2004), lot 6374.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

882

1802/1 $1 Narrow Date VF30 ANACS. B-4, BB-232, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II. A richly detailed example with deeply blended olive and dove-gray toning. The mildly glossy surfaces are bereft of consequential abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

883

1802/1 $1 Narrow Date VF35 PCGS. B-4, BB-232, R.3. Rather inexplicably certified as a non-overdate, since the 1 beneath the 2 in the date is bold. This Choice VF example has light silver-gray color with glimpses of gold. Moderately worn yet immensely pleasing with few abrasions overall, though a wispy pinscratch appears to the right of Liberty's forehead.(Registry values: N1793)

884

1802/1 $1 Narrow Date XF45 PCGS. B-4, BB-232, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II. The underdigit 1 is obvious beneath the 2 in the date. The cream-gray fields accompany the lighter slate-gray highpoints. E PLURIBUS UNUM is clear, and a couple of marks on Liberty's throat are barely worthy of mention.
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 12/2004), lot 6376, which realized $5,520.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

885

1802/1 $1 Wide Date XF45 PCGS. CAC. B-2, BB-233, R.4. Ex: Hesselgesser. An attractive overdate with natural medium to deep gray patina in the fields and recessed areas of the devices, lighter tan on the high points. The surfaces have typical light abrasions that are consistent with the grade.(Registry values: P1)

886

1802 $1 Narrow Date Fine 15 ANACS. B-6, BB-241, R.1. The stone-gray devices contrast with the deep steel-gray fields. A few moderate marks accompany the bust and shield, and the reverse has minor rim dings at 7 and 11 o'clock, but a nicely detailed example of this desirable early large silver type.
Ex: Palm Beach Signature (Heritage, 3/2005), lot 6721, which realized $1,840.(Registry values: N1793)

887

1802 $1 Narrow Date AU50 PCGS. B-6, BB-241, R.1. The single most available variant for the year and one of the most common in the early dollar series, making it popular with type, date, and series enthusiasts alike, particularly in better grades. This attractive AU coin is lightly worn, with gray-gold shadings over softly lustrous surfaces. A few scattered marks and digs contribute to the grade.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

888

1803 $1 Large 3--Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. B-6, BB-255, R.2. The lone Large 3 variety, in the usual first die state without die cracks in the right-side obverse stars. Each side shows only modest wear, though the luster beneath the deep charcoal-gray patina is muted from a past cleaning. A minimally abraded survivor bearing the final date for regular-issue early dollar strikings.(Registry values: P2)

Seated Dollars

889

1842 $1 AU55 NGC. This early No Motto Seated dollar displays luster throughout the devices and margins. A few field marks are concealed beneath the mottled golden-brown, stone-gray, and sky-blue patina. Encased in a former generation holder.(Registry values: N991)

890

1846-O $1 AU55 NGC. In 1846, the first branch mint U.S. silver dollars were struck at New Orleans, the year's output totaling 59,000 pieces. The issue experienced heavy attrition, and both Mint State and better circulated survivors are highly prized today. This burgundy and gray-gold example is well-defined with most of its original luster intact. Light, scattered abrasions and modest wear attest to brief circulation. Census: 14 in 55, 51 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

891

1848 $1 MS61 PCGS. With a mintage of just 15,000 pieces that was heavily impacted by melting in the 1850s and later, the 1848 Seated dollar is elusive in all grades and a condition rarity in Mint State. This lustrous example, primarily pale silver-gray with glimpses of orange near the rims, is well struck with few overt abrasions.(Registry values: N2998)

892

1848 $1 MS63 PCGS. Each side shows a blend of colors, pale silver, tan, and golden-brown being the three most common. Strongly lustrous beneath the patina with pleasing central detail, though the obverse stars are a trifle soft. Still, a great Select example of this Seated dollar issue. Population: 4 in 63, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

893

1850-O $1 AU55 NGC. This lovely Choice AU example exhibits bright silvery surfaces with just the slightest hint of hazy gold-tan color. Traces of luster cling to the design elements, which are relatively well defined, save for softness on the eagle's neck. No abrasions merit mention save for a small roundish mark right of the date. Census: 19 in 55, 32 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

894

1852 $1 Original--Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. With just 1,100 business strike Originals produced, the 1852 has become one of the most prized Philadelphia Seated Liberty dollar issues. The present example is well struck overall, if a trifle soft on the right obverse stars. The surfaces have retoned gold-orange and violet from a past cleaning, though light, telltale hairlines are still visible beneath the patina. Small, scattered marks are the rule, though one abrasion deserves individual mention, this appearing below the eagle's beak. Only hints of light wear are present on the uppermost parts of the design.(Registry values: N4719)

895

1859-S $1 MS61 NGC. This issue had a low mintage of 20,000 coins, and is understandably scarce as a result. This was also the first year for the coinage of silver dollars at the San Francisco Mint, and the issue is undoubtedly under pressure from first-year type collectors. The current example is nicely struck, with light toning and no evidence of wear on either side. Numerous small abrasions limit the grade. Census: 6 in 61, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

896

1860 $1 MS63 PCGS. Light golden-tan shadings drape most of each side, though occasional areas of silver-gray peek through. Both fields display fine vertical die polish lines, but marks are relatively few and generally limited to the reverse. Sharply struck, and much scarcer in Mint State than its New Orleans counterpart. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 17 in 63, 30 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

897

1860-O $1 MS61 PCGS. A strongly lustrous example of the last O-mint Seated dollar issue with no trace of wear. Moderately abraded and minimally toned save for a few faint apricot streaks near the rims.(Registry values: N1793)

898

1862 $1 MS64 PCGS. Despite the relatively low mintage of 1862 dollars (11,540 circulation strikes), a fair number have survived to the present day in circulated grades through the lower levels of Mint State. Medium intensity gray, electric-blue, and gold patination bathes both sides of this near-Gem. The design elements are well impressed, save for softness in the hair atop Liberty's head. A few inoffensive marks prevent Gem classification. Population: 12 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

899

1870-CC $1 --Genuine--PCGS. Variety 1-A. Closely spaced CC. This first year Carson City silver dollar has AU sharpness but has graffiti and is relatively lightly cleaned. A cursive letter D is neatly entered into the left obverse field, and an H is crudely pinscratched above the arrowheads. The right obverse field has a couple of scratches.(Registry values: N1793)

900

1872-CC $1 XF40 PCGS. It is believed that no more than 10% of the tiny mintage of 3,150 pieces struck of the 1872-CC dollar have survived. This is a pleasing XF example that shows even wear over the high points. Tiny bits of luster survive in the protected areas of the devices. The obverse is lightly toned while the reverse displays much deeper blue-reddish color. Minimally abraded.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Seated Dollars

901

1858 $1 PR63 PCGS. One of the first generally available proof Seated dollar issues was the 1858, of which no business strikes were coined. Its mintage is speculative, with most estimates ranging from 225 pieces to a more common 300 specimens or slightly above. The present Select proof, though faintly hairlined in the fields, offers strong reflectivity beneath a layer of gold-gray patina. Boldly impressed and gorgeous. Population: 29 in 63, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

902

1859 $1 PR64 Cameo PCGS. This impressive Choice proof No Motto Seated dollar has light tawny-gold obverse patina, while the reverse has deeper honey and pearl-gray shadings. The strike is exacting, and there are no reportable detractions. The 1 in the date is lightly repunched south. Population: 7 in 64 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

903

1860 $1 PR65 NGC. Ex: BRS Legacy Collection. Proof production of the 1860 dollar was exceptionally large at 1,330 pieces, the highest in the entire Seated Liberty dollar series. One thousand were included in proof sets for sale to the public. With respect to the other 330 coins, Walter Breen theorizes in his 1989 Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins that:

"The extra 330 minted over and above the 1,000 for sets, all on March 8, appear to have anticipated extra demand for silver dollars by souvenir hunters not wishing to buy complete sets. This did not materialize. Some 527 were sold, the rest melted."

Variegated sky-blue and faded purple patina adorn both sides of this attractive Gem. A powerful strike emboldens the design features, leaving no elements with even hints of softness. Close scrutiny of the surfaces indicate they have been well cared for. The few handling marks there are, though completely unobtrusive and inoffensive, likely preclude an even finer grade. Census: 16 in 65, 9 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

904

1860 $1 PR65 Cameo PCGS. Even though the official mintage was 1,330 pieces for the 1860 proof Seated dollar, a large number went unsold and were melted at the end of year, leaving a net emission of only 527 coins. This piece offers frosty silver-gray central devices complementing brilliantly mirrored fields, tinged with iridescent champagne-gray and cobalt-blue patina. Were it not for a few light hairlines and scattered contact marks, this piece might qualify for an even finer grade. As it is, this elusive Gem piece offers much eye appeal. PCGS has certified just eight in 65 Cameo, with a mere five Cameo examples finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

905

1863 $1 PR64 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Gil Clark. Intricately detailed with dazzling, heavily frosted features, and golden-russet peripheral toning with flashes of blue iridescence. Examination reveals only wispy imperfections, and considerable contrast is readily apparent between the devices and the watery, deeply mirrored fields. Fewer 1863 proofs were produced than of any Seated dollar after 1858, a mere 460 pieces. Population: 15 in 64 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

906

1865 $1 PR65 Cameo PCGS. According to Bowers' silver dollar Encyclopedia: "As business strikes of the 1865 dollar are very rare, additional demand has developed for the Proofs, accounting for the spirited competition when examples of this and other dates, especially of the later no-motto years, 1861-1865, come up at auctions." This Gem proof exhibits razor-sharp striking definition throughout, and dense, variegated patina completely over both sides. The most prominent colors are russet-gold and electric-blue. Well preserved and free of any noticeable contact marks or hairlines. Population: 7 in 65 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09). (Registry values: N4719)

907

1866 $1 Motto PR65 Cameo PCGS. The central obverse of this Gem Cameo proof has a patch of silver brilliance that quickly changes to pale gold, violet, blue, and green toward the borders. The reverse has a similar iridescent presentation. Both sides exhibit strong mint frost on the devices, with deeply mirrored fields. Although NGC and PCGS have each certified a few finer Cameo proofs of this issue, it is hard to imagine any that have stronger eye appeal. A truly lovely Seated dollar. Population: 9 in 65 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

908

1868 $1 PR65 NGC. Ex: Pittman. A lovely, deeply reflective Gem proof that is characteristic of the type coin favored by John Pittman. While not an especially rare date, although the mintage of 600 proofs might belie it, this is superior example. The devices show pinpoint definition, and each side has mottled rose and blue toning. Just a bit of cameo contrast is seen on both obverse and reverse.
Ex: Herdegen Sale (Hans Schulman, 12/1973), lot 999, where it brought $900; Pittman II (Akers, 5/1998), lot 1696, where it brought $7,700.(Registry values: N4719)

909

1868 $1 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. Breen-5480. The date starts out slightly high and slants down mildly to the right. The The overall quality of this example is much finer than the typical survivor of the issue. There were 600 proofs produced, and quite a few have survived, but Deep (or Ultra) Cameo specimens are rare. This piece exhibits uniformly crisp design motifs from a powerful striking impression. The inky-black fields are deeply reflective. The alabaster-gold devices are richly frosted, and appear in stark contrast to the surrounding watery fields. Unmarked, with minimal hairlines. Population: 4 in 64 Deep Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

910

1870 $1 PR66 Cameo NGC. The proof Seated Liberty dollar saw a mintage of 1,000 pieces in 1870. A number of these have survived in the better levels of preservation, though pieces with a Cameo finish are scarce. Splashes of medium intensity multicolored toning visit the well preserved surfaces of this Premium Gem Cameo. The design elements exhibit razor-sharp definition. Census: 2 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Trade Dollars

911

1873-S T$1 MS63 NGC. Dappled autumn-gold and stone-gray toning enriches this satiny and lightly abraded Select representative. A good strike with moderate merging on Liberty's hair and the eagle's right (facing) claw. First-year Trade dollars are scarce in quality Mint State, regardless of the mintmark. Census: 13 in 63, 21 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

912

1873-S T$1 MS64 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint began Trade dollar production in July 1873, and a respectable total of 703,000 coins were produced by the end of that year. As one would expect for an early S-mint issue in this series, the 1873-S was widely exported, many of the coins being subsequently melted in China or India. Uncirculated examples are rare, and this issue is one of the most difficult S-mint Trade dollars to locate in Mint State. This satiny and minimally abraded near-Gem exhibits mottled russet-brown toning. Population: 25 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

913

1875 T$1 MS65 NGC. Type Two Reverse. In the first two years of Trade dollar production, the striking qualities of the dies came into question, and the engraver, William Barber, made modifications to the reverse and obverse in 1875 and 1876, respectively. Following his alterations to the designs, however, he notified nobody but the chief coiner of his actions, and it is likely that the changes went unnoticed until eagle-eyed numismatists pointed out the subtle but obvious differences.
This Reverse Two example is a shining and essentially untoned Gem, uncommonly well-defined with a particularly bold impression on the eagle's talons. The luster of each side is intense beneath just a hint of haze, and the overall eye appeal is excellent. A pair of luster grazes on the upper reverse, though consistent with the MS65 grade, preclude a finer designation. Census: 8 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

914

1875-S T$1 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Type One Reverse. Large S. Potent luster dominates this nicely struck and lightly abraded Trade dollar. As suggested by the CAC seal, the quality is excellent for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

915

1875-S T$1 MS63 PCGS. Type One Reverse. Large S. Medium gold toning visits this lustrous type coin. Smooth save for a few minor marks on the right obverse field. The usual strike on Liberty's hair and the eagle's right (facing) leg.(Registry values: N1793)

916

1875-S T$1 MS64 PCGS. Type One Reverse. Large S. This Choice coin offers strong coruscant luster beneath luminous cream-gray and almond-gold patina. Pleasingly preserved with only a few light marks present in the fields. A good strike with some softness on Liberty's head and nearby stars. PCGS has graded just 33 pieces finer (12/08).(Registry values: N2998)

917

1875-S T$1 MS65 NGC. Type Two Reverse, Large S mintmark. A lovely cartwheel sheen encompasses each side of this essentially untoned Gem. Typically struck, with some softness noted on the obverse stars, Liberty's head, and the eagle's right (facing) talons. A curious planchet streak bisects the reverse from just below 3 o'clock along the rim to just below 9 o'clock across. Minimally marked overall. Census: 34 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

918

1875-S T$1 MS66 NGC. Type One Reverse. Large S. The surfaces are exceptionally lustrous and virtually unaffected by post-striking impairments. The two sides are toned in differing shades and show differing coloration. The obverse is a warm yellow-gold while the reverse has a significant presence of deep reddish patina. Sharply struck overall. Census: 6 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

919

1876 T$1 MS63 PCGS. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. This transitional variety only represents a small percentage among survivors of the 1876 Trade dollar issue. This example is well struck, with prooflike fields that exhibit ice-blue color and ivory-white devices that seem lightly frosted. The usual number of surface marks is noted for the grade.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

920

1876 T$1 MS63 PCGS. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. Originally toned in dusky olive, chestnut, and salmon-pink shades. The strike is above average, with blending noted chiefly on the claws.(Registry values: N1793)

921

1876 T$1 MS64 PCGS. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. A blazing, satiny-white coin with scattered instances of golden toning. Highly lustrous with lightly marked surfaces and a bold strike. A slight scrape is noted just above and to the left of the eagle's head. This issue is conditionally scare at the near-Gem grade level and rare any finer, despite a reasonably hefty original mintage of 455,000 pieces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

922

1876-S T$1 MS63 PCGS. Type One Obverse. Type Two Reverse. Small S. Light golden-tan color resides on the luminous surfaces of this Select specimen. The design features are generally well brought up, save for minor softness on the upper obverse. Peripheral cracks are visible on both sides.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

923

1876-S T$1 MS64 NGC. Type One Obverse, Type One Reverse. Large S. This is a lovely, highly lustrous example that has barely a hint of golden toning. Well struck and pleasing with a particularly mark-free reverse. Very scarce in such quality despite a generous production.
Ex: Mark Van Deusen Collection (Heritage, 7/2003), lot 8330.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

924

1876-S T$1 MS64 PCGS. Ex: Daniel D. Biddle. Type One obverse, Type Two reverse. Small S mintmark. The upper obverse and lower reverse show a little characteristic weakness that is often seen on the type. Lustrous surfaces are visible beneath splashes of steel and heather toning. Only a few minor marks are present. PCGS has graded a mere five finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

925

1877 T$1 MS64 PCGS. Well-defined in the centers, though the obverse peripheral elements, such as the stars, show a degree of softness. The luster is impressive beneath delicate mint-green, silver-gray, gold, and rose shadings. This final business-strike Philadelphia Trade dollar issue is highly elusive any finer, with only four such coins known to PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

926

1877-S T$1 MS63 PCGS. A shining Select example of this popular Trade dollar type issue, well struck with occasional glimpses of golden toning over pale silver-gray surfaces. Minimally abraded for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

927

1877-S T$1 MS64 PCGS. Consistently bold with shimmering cartwheel luster veiled in light-gray patina and golden accents. A well preserved representative of this once-maligned denomination. In his encyclopedia of Silver Dollars & Trade Dollars of the United States, Bowers notes that this issue had the highest of all business strike Trade dollars, at 9,519,000 coins, yet Bowers only estimates 170 to 325 surviving examples at the MS64 grade level. This particular near-Gem resides in an early PCGS holder with a green label.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

928

1877-S T$1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. Marvelous visual appeal for this popular Trade dollar type issue, the single highest-mintage date in the series. Carefully preserved with crisp detail and impressive luster beneath thin layers of swirling, iridescent patina with pink, champagne-orange, and turquoise shadings dominant. Population: 25 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

929

1878-CC T$1 AU50 PCGS. This is the scarcest business strike issue in the entire Trade dollar series, and the last one from the Carson City Mint. Well struck and free of serious abrasions, this piece shows appealing lilac-gray color in the fields, with silver-gray devices. Lightly worn with a somewhat muted appearance, possibly from an old cleaning. Population: 9 in 50, 48 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

930

1878-S T$1 MS64 PCGS. This is a sharply struck example of the last business strike Trade dollar, produced during the transitional period marking the beginning of the Morgan dollar series. Both sides are fully lustrous with satin surfaces and attractive peripheral iridescence. The grade is limited by a single small abrasion on Liberty's right (facing) arm, beneath the elbow, and a shallow horizontal pinscratch across the eagle's upper leg feathers.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Trade Dollars

931

1876 T$1 PR64 PCGS. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. It is somewhat surprising that this coin did not receive a Cameo designation from PCGS, as it displays noteworthy field-to-device contrast on both sides. Sharply struck and nicely preserved, with just a few wispy contact marks scattered through the fields that keep it from a Gem holder. Population: 50 in 64, 19 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

932

1876 T$1 PR63 Cameo PCGS. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. The meticulously struck devices are frosty and bright, and exhibit prominent contrast with the lightly toned and attractively mirrored fields. A tiny planchet flaw in the field above Liberty's left (facing) elbow provides a pedigree marker for this lovely specimen. Proof Trade dollars were sold along with other denominations for the year at the Centennial Exposition, held in Philadelphia in 1876. Population: 15 in 63 Cameo, 15 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

933

1876 T$1 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. Type One Obverse / Type Two Reverse. The 1876 is a surprisingly scarce coin to find as a problem-free proof in the Trade dollar series. This is a particularly attractive example that is brilliant throughout. The fields are deeply mirrored and the devices are heavily frosted, giving the coin a stark, two-toned cameo effect. Lightly hairlined (thus the less-than-Gem grade) and showing pinpoint striking details on each side. Population: 2 in 64 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

934

1877 T$1 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. A boldly defined example with deeply mirrored fields and thick iridescent toning around a brilliant central area on both sides. The fields are deeply mirrored with a high degree of frosty luster on the devices. Deep Cameo proof Trade dollars are seldom encountered, and this one is a particularly nice example. Population: 5 in 64 Deep Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

935

1879 T$1 PR65 Cameo PCGS. In terms of scarcity, the proof-only 1879 Trade dollar is not a particularly respected issue. Writing in his silver dollar Encyclopedia (1993) Bowers says: "Most specimens were saved, but with varying degrees of care. Examples are readily available, for a price, in the different grade levels from Proof-60 to Proof-65." This commentary does not, however, apply to coins with Cameo surfaces, such as the present Gem specimen. Startling mint frost appears on the silver devices, which are fully contrasted against a backdrop of deeply reflective, inky-black fields. Fully struck and well preserved, there are no troublesome contact marks and only the faintest of hairlines on either side of this lovely representative. Population: 13 in 65 Cameo, 9 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

936

1879 T$1 PR66 Cameo PCGS. The 1879 Trade dollar is a challenging coin to locate at the PR66 level, especially with a Cameo designation. This is a truly lovely representative whose golden-tinged features are richly frosted over the devices and deeply reflective in the fields. There is not a single ill-defined feature, nor are there any grade-limiting blemishes. For future identification purposes, a small lintmark (as struck) is noted in the reverse field above the eagle's left (facing) wing. Population: 7 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

937

1880 T$1 PR63 PCGS. Not only was the 1880 Trade dollar the highest-mintage proof issue for its series, its production of 1,987 specimens was also the highest for any dollar-denominated proof issue until the silver-clad Eisenhower dollars of 1971. This modestly hairlined example is well-defined with strong mirrors beneath blue-green, gold-rose, and silver-slate patina.(Registry values: N1793)

938

1880 T$1 PR63 PCGS. This pleasing proof Trade dollar has mirrored fields and lustrous devices that are entirely subdued by deep steel toning on both sides.(Registry values: N1793)

939

1880 T$1 PR66 NGC. The 1880 was the third year the Mint produced only proof examples of the Trade dollar design. Only 1,987 coins were struck and this is surely among the most appealing pieces that are known. Deeply mirrored fields enhance and enliven the speckled gray-lilac toning seen in the center of each side with deeper cobalt-blue around the margins. Fully struck in all areas with no apparent contact marks. Census: 44 in 66, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

940

1880 T$1 PR64 Cameo PCGS. Brilliant throughout. The fields show unfathomable depth of mirrored reflectivity and the devices are heavily frosted, yielding a profound black-and-white cameo effect on each side. Slight strike weakness at the right obverse prevents a higher grade. Remarkable near-Gem quality with no singularly reportable contact marks. This coin is destined for a high grade type collection. Population: 44 in 64 Cameo, 28 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

941

1880 T$1 PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. Desirable proof-only issue in a nearly unimprovable state of preservation. Every feature is full, even the obverse star centrils, and the eye appeal is simply breathtaking. There is not even the barest trace of toning, nor do the surfaces reveal a bothersome hairline or contact mark. Now for the Deep Cameo designation. It is more than justified as the frosty textured devices stand in stark contrast to the illimitable depth of reflectivity in the fields. Population: 3 in 65 Deep Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

942

1881 T$1 PR65 Cameo NGC. Razor-sharp with subtle golden accents at the margins and stark cameo contrast that is most impressive on the reverse. The appeal of this high grade specimen is instant and irrefutable. A proof-only issue of interest to Trade dollar specialists and type collectors. Census: 15 in 65 Cameo, 29 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

943

1882 T$1 PR63 Cameo PCGS. The Philadelphia Mint continued to manufacture proof Trade dollars for coin collectors, even though regular business strikes had not been produced since 1878. This issue had a mintage of 1,097 pieces; fourth-lowest in the proof series. This is a sharply struck piece that features stark contrast on each side between glassy, dark fields and richly frosted silver-white devices. A few trivial grazes and wispy hairlines limit the grade. Population: 26 in 63 Cameo, 36 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

944

1883 T$1 PR60 NGC. The current example is exquisitely struck, bright and untoned. The proof surfaces exhibit some wispy hairlines in the fields, these being more prevalent on the obverse, yet the specimen retains more eye appeal than the grade might suggest.(Registry values: N1793)

945

1883 T$1 PR64 PCGS. Only 979 pieces were struck of the 1883 proof only Trade dollar, the final year for regular issues in this series. This is a splendid PR64 that is toned in multicolored shadings of sea-green and cobalt-blue on the obverse with a reverse that is gray-lavender with vibrant blue accents around the periphery. A few light hairlines appear under magnification. PCGS has certified 61 finer specimens (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Session 2

Early Proof Sets

946

1906 1C Proof Set PCGS. A high-grade proof set, with all the coins certified by PCGS. Included are:

1906 Cent PR66 Red. A nicely reflective proof striking. The surfaces are cherry-red with just a tinge of olive here and there.

1906 Nickel PR65. What at first appears to be brilliant surfaces actually have a very pale overlay of speckled yellow-gold and lilac color. Deeply reflective fields.

1906 Dime PR67. A spectacular, seemingly flawless proof striking. The fields are deeply mirrored and the devices show just a bit of contrasting frost.

1906 Quarter PR67. The obverse is mostly brilliant with a few streaks of light color. The reverse, however, displays deep concentric rings of brilliance, purple, and blue. The coin's overall preservation is equaled by its visual appeal.

1906 Half PR66. This impressive, high-grade proof striking is lighter in hue, almost brilliant on the obverse, while the reverse shows smoky golden patina around the periphery. Light die striations are seen on each side (with magnification), and the devices are moderately frosted.

Colonials

947

1652 SHILNG Oak Tree Shilling VF20 PCGS. IN at bottom. Noe-5, Crosby 2-D, W-470, R.2. 67.75 grains. An unmarked silver-gray example with an oval shape caused by a mint-made clip at 12 o'clock. The S-wave shape is typical for these rocker press pieces, and concentrates wear on the upper half of the tree. The reverse, however, is sharp, as is the lower portion of the tree. Listed on page 37 of the 2009 Guide Book.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2007), lot 9, which realized $3,737.50.

948

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Large Planchet XF40 PCGS. Crosby 12-I, Noe-1, W-690, R.2. Pellets at trunk. 69.6 gn. A lightly toned example with a lustrous obverse and moderate wear on the reverse border at 4:30 and 8 o'clock. Somewhat wavy, as are most Pine Tree shillings. A couple of peripheral mint-made clips bring the piece within Boston Mint weight standards. A few small marks are noted near the obverse inner beaded circle at 3:30. Housed in a green label holder. Listed on page 37 of the 2009 Guide Book.

949

(1670-75) FARTH St. Patrick Farthing XF40 PCGS. CAC. Breen-208, W-11500, nothing below king. The surfaces are remarkable with smooth medium brown fields and lighter tan devices. The brass splasher has olive patina, subduing its appearance. Surface flaws above the crown and king's head suggest a double strike or overstrike, and should be examined closely. The right base of the T in FLOREAT is merged with the beads in the crown; the T of QVIESCAT and the P of PLEBS are clearly left and right of St. Patrick's head. Listed on page 39 of the 2009 Guide Book.

950

(1670-75) 1/2P St. Patrick Halfpenny XF40 PCGS. CAC. Breen-204, Vlack 1-A, W-11540. A medium brown example that has impressive detail and no apparent abrasions. The gold splasher on the crown is centered slightly left. Much nicer than usually seen for this Irish import. Listed on page 39 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 40, 0 finer (3/09).

951

(c. 1828) TOKEN American Plantations 1/24 Part Real, Restrike--Environmental Damage--NCS. AU Details.
Newman 4-E, W-1155, R.5. According to the Guide Book: "These tokens, struck in nearly pure tin, were the first royally authorized coinage for the British colonies in America." This example is amazingly clean and well detailed on the obverse, while the reverse shows some charcoal-gray accumulations near the right-side periphery that probably constitute the environmental damage NCS alludes to. A rare and fascinating early Colonial type. Listed on page 39 of the 2009 Guide Book.

952

(1694) TOKEN London Elephant Token, Thin Planchet XF40 PCGS. Breen-187, Hodder 2-B, W-12040. The Thin Planchet variant is popular and elusive compared to its Thick Planchet counterpart struck by the same die pair. The present piece, though softly struck with light wear across the speckled cinnamon surfaces, offers considerable eye appeal. Listed on page 44 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 40, 8 finer (3/09).

953

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. Martin 4.14-Fb.1, R.3. Pleasing orange-gold luster brightens recessed areas of this unabraded Gem. Outstanding from a technical perspective. The grade is limited by striking softness on the waist of the seated effigy, and by distributed minuscule planchet flakes (as made) throughout the fields. Listed on page 43 of the 2009 Guide Book.

954

1724 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS65 Brown NGC. Breen-166. The 1723 Halfpenny is the usually encountered Hibernia issue. The 1724 is considerably more difficult, and is rarely found with the quality of the present unabraded Gem. Golden-brown fields cede to glimpses of original Red within the legends and devices. Crisply although not fully struck, minor mint-made planchet flaws (in the field near the chin on the reverse and along the obverse edge) are all that limit the grade. As of (12/07), NGC has certified only eight examples of the 1724 Halfpenny. Five are in VG to VF grades, one is certified AU53, and the present Gem grades 12 points finer as MS65 Brown. A solitary MS65 Red and Brown is also certified by NGC. Of note to variety collectors of the Hibernia series, HIBERNIA and DEI GRATIA are widely spaced, and a stop is present after the 4 in the date. The E in REX is recut east, and the final A in HIBERNIA is centered slightly right of the hair bun. Listed on page 43 of the 2009 Guide Book.
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 12/2005), lot 4, which realized $11,500.

955

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, Period MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. Newman 20-N, W-1540, R.4. The reverse is approximately 70% red, and the obverse is close to 50% red. The king's cheek and the open fields are steel-blue. A pleasing and evenly struck Gem with outstanding eye appeal. Listed on page 43 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 65 Red and Brown, 1 finer (3/09).

956

1760 FARTH Hibernia-Voce Populi Farthing, Large Letters MS64 Brown PCGS. Breen-234, W-13800, R.5. The single finest PCGS-certified Voce Populi farthing. NGC has graded none higher than VF (3/08). A magnificent chocolate-brown near-Gem with uncommonly smooth and carbon-free surfaces. Struck slightly off center toward 2 o'clock. Voce Populi farthings are far scarcer than their halfpenny counterparts. Listed on page 47 of the 2009 Guide Book.

957

1787 1C Massachusetts Cent, Arrows in Left Talon AU58 PCGS. Ryder 4-D, W-6110, High R.3. This smooth medium brown near-Mint Commonwealth copper has noticeable remaining luster across the letters and central devices. Light wear is seen on the Indian's clothing and on the top of the eagle's shield. Listed on page 57 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 3 in 58, 2 finer (3/09).

958

1788 1C Massachusetts Cent, Period AU58 NGC. Ryder 3-A, W-6210, Low R.4. Essentially Mint State details with slight evidence of roughness on the medium brown and olive surfaces. In the new Whitman Colonial Encyclopedia, Dave Bowers writes that this variety is "rare above Extremely Fine."
Struck from dies made by Jacob Perkins. "Cents made with Perkins' dies have closed S's that resemble 8's and all are dated 1788," according to Will Nipper in his book In Yankee Doodle's Pocket. His reference was published in 2008, and may qualify as one of the great unsung modern Colonial references.

959

1785 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Bust Right AU50 NGC. M. 5-F.5, W-2385, R.4. A late die state with a vertical break from the bust beneath the chin. A generally lustrous AU example with pleasing definition and minimal wear. A minor lamination beneath the branch hand, a few small planchet flaws on the portrait, and a rim defect at 11 o'clock are all as made. Exceptional quality for the variety; compare the sharpness with Ford IX:219 to 222. Listed on page 59 of the 2009 Guide Book.

960

1776 1/2P Machin's Mills Halfpenny XF45 PCGS. Vlack 6-76A, W-7790, R.4. The single finest PCGS-certified 1776-dated Machin's Mills halfpenny, as of (3/09). Light tan-brown toning with minor build-up in the legends and unabraded surfaces save for a pair of inconspicuous field marks near the forehead. The devices are deliberately softly brought up to convey the appearance of wear, which in turn implies prior acceptance in circulation. Listed on page 64 of the 2009 Guide Book.

961

1787 1/2P Machin's Mills Halfpenny AU53 PCGS. Vlack 18-87C, W-7930, R.4. Deep olive-brown with pleasing surfaces and light wear on the devices. The tops of the peripheral legends are partially absent, as made from lapped dies. A vertical die break is seen on the king's neck. Listed on page 64 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 53, 4 finer for all 1787-dated varieties (3/09).

963

1787 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Large Planchet, Plain Shield AU53 NGC. Maris 6-D, W-5050, R.2. The late die state with a lapped 87 in the date and a network of small die breaks within the shield. An olive-brown state copper, smooth save for an unimportant rim ding at 11 o'clock on the reverse.

964

1786 COPPER Vermont Copper, VERMONTENSIUM AU53 PCGS. RR-7, Bressett 5-E, W-2025, R.3. A beautiful golden-brown example. Void of consequential marks or any planchet issues. The obverse has perfect centering, and the reverse is only a couple of degrees off toward 5 o'clock. Listed on page 68 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 53, 10 finer (3/09).

965

1787 COPPER Vermont Copper, BRITANNIA AU50 PCGS. RR-13, Bressett 17-V, W-2255, R.1. A charming medium brown example with a bold obverse and a prominent vertical die crack on the portrait. As always, the letters in BRITANNIA are indistinct. Listed on page 68 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 50, 5 finer (3/09).

966

1787 COPPER Vermont Copper, BRITANNIA AU53 PCGS. RR-13, Bressett 17-V, W-2255, R.1. A deep brown Vermont Republic copper that has splendid detail, an absence of marks, and a hint of mint-made granularity. Listed on page 68 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 1 in 53, 4 finer (3/09).

967

1787 COPPER Vermont Copper, BRITANNIA MS60 Brown PCGS. RR-13, Bressett 17-V, W-2255, R.1. The Colonial specialist knows that a Vermont BRITANNIA copper is extremely rare in Mint State, and the present piece is undoubtedly high in the census. The Ford Collection contained two examples of the variety, one in XF and the other described as "Technically Uncirculated," but with striated and granular surfaces. This example, like the Ford coin, has splashes of mint color on the obverse. It is otherwise medium brown with some splashes of darker toning. This piece is one of the finest Ryder-13s known. Listed on page 68 of the 2009 Guide Book.

Federal Contract Coinage

968

1787 1C Fugio Cent, STATES UNITED, No Cinquefoils VF35 PCGS. Newman 1-L, W-6605, R.5. The sole die variety that combines the unusual "Cross After Date" obverse with a typical STATES UNITED reverse. Well defined for the VF35 grade, and the glossy surfaces are medium brown with glimpses of lighter tan-brown on the lower obverse margin. Listed on page 83 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 1 in 35, 4 finer (3/09).

969

1787 1C Fugio Cent, UNITED STATES, No Cinquefoils Fine 15 PCGS. Newman 1-B, W-6600, R.4. This chocolate-brown Fugio copper is problem-free for the grade aside from a mint-made flan flaw at 10:30 on the reverse. A scarce design subtype, listed on page 83 of the 2009 Guide Book.

970

1787 1C Fugio Cent, STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils, Pointed Rays XF40 PCGS. Newman 12-M, W-6800, R.3. The milk-chocolate surfaces display only moderate wear consistent with the grade. Some light die crumbling appears on the two S's that conclude BUSINESS. Listed on page 83 of the 2009 Guide Book.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

971

1787 1C Fugio Cent, STATES UNITED, 1/Horizontal 1 Fine 15 PCGS. Newman 10-T, W-6705, R.5. A medium brown representative with bold legends and rich detail on the face of the sun. A few trivial planchet flaws have toned dark gray, and thorough study locates a couple of faint thin marks. A PCGS VF30 example of this important die variety realized $13,800 in our 2007 June Long Beach Signature, lot 35. Listed on page 83 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 15, 2 finer (3/09).

972

1787 1C Fugio Cent, UNITED STATES, Cinquefoils AU53 PCGS. Newman 11-B, W-6785, R.4. An attractive chocolate-brown Fugio. A small planchet flaw on the sundial provides an identifier. Struck from prominently clashed dies. Listed on page 83 of the 2009 Guide Book.

973

1787 1C Fugio Cent, Club Rays, Rounded Ends VF30 PCGS. Newman 4-E, W-6685, R.3. A tan-brown piece with a slightly brighter central obverse. Richly detailed and unmarked. A small curved clip (as struck) is centered at 2 o'clock. A popular Guide Book subtype, certainly scarcer than the Pointed Rays variety, particularly in better grades. Listed on page 84 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 19 in 30, 37 finer (3/09).

974

1787 1C Fugio Cent, Club Rays, Rounded Ends AU53 NGC. Newman 3-D, R.3. A light chocolate-brown Fugio cent of the scarcer Club Rays subtype. There are a few mint-made planchet laminations on each side, but the piece is otherwise impressive from a technical perspective, and free of any obvious post-striking anomalies. Listed on page 84 of the 2009 Guide Book.

Colonials

975

1778-1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Token, Wreath Below, Copper AU55 PCGS. Breen-1141, W-1740, R.4. A smooth and richly detailed example of this famous British Revolutionary War propaganda medal. One subtle mark on a ship porthole, and an area of faded mahogany patina is noted near the upper portion of the rigging. Listed on page 48 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 5 in 55, 9 finer (3/09).

976

1778-1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Token, No Wreath, Copper XF45 PCGS. Breen-1139, W-1730, R.3. The variety with VLUGTENDE removed from the lower obverse, as issued. This deep brown piece is richly detailed, with moderate wear seen on the ship's hull and on the upper three soldiers. Minutely granular, and the field is bulged beneath the waves, near ADMIRAL, near 1778, and near "van." The obverse has a few unimportant thin marks, and an alloy imperfection is present on Rhode Island southeast of the upper reverse ship. Listed on page 48 of the 2009 Guide Book.

977

(1785) COPPER Bar Copper AU55 PCGS. Breen-1145, W-8520, R.4. A charming olive-gold representative, struck a couple of degrees off center toward 2:30. The two primary diagnostic markers are present; a small spur from the end of the second bar, and a threadlike die crack between two central bars. A small mark on the S provides an identifier. Listed on page 69 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 16 in 55, 19 finer (3/09).

978

1789 TOKEN Mott Token, Thick Planchet, Plain Edge MS61 PCGS. CAC. Breen-1020. This chocolate-brown coin is unworn, though softly struck on the central reverse due to metal flow into the sinking obverse die. The die break from the clock corner is large but has yet to engulf the D in GOLD. A few degrees off center toward 10 o'clock. Listed on page 70 of the 2009 Guide Book.

979

1796 MEDAL Castorland Medal, Silver XF45 PCGS. Breen-1058, W-9100, R.5. The Paris Mint still makes restrikes of these medals, which bear edge-stamping reading ARGENT for silver, OR for gold, and CUIVRE for copper. The originals, as here, have an unbroken reeded edge. Famed 19th century American numismatist W. Elliot Woodward described the Castorland "jetons" or medals thusly in 1867:

"The head on the obverse is that of Cybele, personifying the earth as inhabited and cultivated; the wreath of laurel, the emblem of victory, signifies that the goddess conquers the wildness and ruggedness of nature, and brings earth under the dominion, and subservient to the uses of man. The reverse represents Ceres, who holds in one hand a 'bit', with which she has tapped a sugar-maple--in which a faucet , technically a spile, is inserted to draw off the sap; in her right arm she supports a cornucopia of flowers, and at her feet lies a sheaf of wheat; thus combining, in a single group, emblems of three seasons. In the exergue appears a beaver [Castor in Latin]. The obverse inscription is FRANCO-AMERICANA COLONIA (French-American Colony) with the name Castorland and date 1796; the reverse, SALVE MAGNA PARENS FRUGUM, a quotation from Virgil, may it be rendered 'Hail ! great parent of fruits.' "
Both sides are signed with the imprimatur of the great French medallist Benjamin Duvivier. This example shows silvery surfaces with pinkish-gold patina and good eye appeal. Listed on page 73 of the 2009 Guide Book.

980

1796 MEDAL Castorland Medal, Silver MS63 PCGS. Breen-1058, W-9100, R.5. Reeded edge. Struck from the original dies. Die rust noted near the right handle of the sap container. No bulge or crack at PARENS. Blended walnut-brown and cream-gray with an exacting strike and pleasing preservation. Listed on page 73 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 63, 5 finer (3/09).

981

1796 MEDAL Castorland Medal, Bronze MS66 Brown PCGS. Breen-1063, W-9140, R.6. Reeded edge, no evidence of CUIVRE on edge. The PCGS holder incorrectly states PE, indicating Plain Edge. Breen's first restrike, from both original dies. The reverse field is raised near 3 o'clock where the die is failing, and die rust accompanies the right handle of the vessel. A gorgeous bronzed copper Castorland medal with nearly flawless surfaces. Listed on page 73 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 66 Brown, none finer (3/09).

982

1783 TOKEN Georgivs Triumpho Token AU50 PCGS. CAC. Baker-7, W-10100, R.3. Unlike most examples, the present piece is from early dies, without any indication of a prominent vertical break from the grate. A golden-brown piece with a few wispy marks on the upper reverse field, and a minute rim ding at 1:30 on that side. Listed on page 75 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 11 in 50, 26 finer (3/09).

983

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust MS62 Brown PCGS. Baker-4. Dark brown with occasional glimpses of lighter tan toning. This richly detailed Military Bust cent is smooth aside from a couple of faded thin marks on the field near the extended arm. Listed on page 75 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 62 Brown, 1 finer (3/09).

984

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust MS63 Brown NGC. Baker-4, R.1. The Large Bust with the W in WASHINGTON close to the truncation. Well produced and nicely preserved, with a small milling mark noted just to the right of the aforementioned W, and several minor obverse rim dings, but no other significant abrasions on either side.

985

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Draped Bust, No Button, Copper Restrike, Engrailed Edge MS63 Brown PCGS. Baker-3, W-10370, R.5. The Large 3 in the date identifies this Washington piece as the proof W.S. Lincoln issue, although PCGS has designated this coin as a business strike, an incorrect implication that it is Baker-2B. Deep brown overall with glimpses of powder-blue, golden-brown, and lime-green on the reverse. Intricately struck and beautifully preserved. Listed on page 76 of the 2009 Guide Book.

986

1791 1C Washington Large Eagle Cent AU58 PCGS. Baker-15, W-10610, R.2. These copper cents were made at the Westwood mint in Birmingham, England. Well struck and relatively undisturbed aside from modest wear and a paper-thin pinscratch from near Washington's nose to the left obverse rim. Glossy chocolate-brown surfaces are accented by turquoise-blue iridescence on both sides. Listed on page 77 of the 2009 Guide Book.

987

1791 1C Washington Small Eagle Cent AU58 PCGS. Baker-16, W-10630, R.3. This medium brown Washington piece is crisply struck and unblemished. Luster shimmers across the devices. Listed on page 77 of the 2007 Guide Book.

988

1791 1C Washington Small Eagle Cent MS63 Brown PCGS. Baker-16, W-10630, R.3. Deep chocolate-brown patina graces both sides of this gently shimmering example. Boldly detailed with full epaulet definition. Identifiable by a tiny planchet flake out of the upper left obverse field below the left foot of the N in WASHINGTON. Listed on page 77 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 13 in 63 Brown, 29 finer (3/09).
Ex: Columbus Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2002), lot 7845; Aspen Collection (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 930, which realized $3,162.50.

989

Undated MEDAL Washington Success Medal, Large Size, Reeded Edge MS64 Brown NGC. Baker-265, W-10900, R.5, with break from 11 o'clock to 3:30 through the portrait. Although the alloy is brass, this beautiful near-Gem has a mahogany-brown appearance similar to copper alloy. Careful examination of protected areas of the reverse using a loupe reveals glimpses of the initial brassy-yellow color. The obverse is mildly prooflike, and the reverse displays satin luster. The strike is incomplete on the all-seeing eye, yet the eyebrow and pupil are visible, and the strike in that area is superior to that of the Guide Book plate coin. There is no indication of carbon, and the few marks present are unimportant for the grade. Listed on page 80 of the 2009 Guide Book.

Half Cents

990

1793 1/2 C --Repaired, Tooled--ANACS. VF Details, Net VG8. C-2, B-2, R.3. A medium-brown example that has several lengthy laminations (as made) on the obverse. The bust truncation, the date area, and the rim below have faint tooling pinscratches. The reverse has a hint of verdigris in protected areas, but is otherwise pleasing for the assigned net grade. The dies are rotated approximately 45 degrees clockwise. EAC 8.(Registry values: P8)

991

1794 1/2 C --Corroded--ANACS. XF40 Details. C-2a, B-2b, High R.2. A sharply defined half cent that clearly shows the characteristic C-2 clash marks beneath the chin and along the profile. The dark brown fields are only moderately granular, save for a slender reverse streak from 3:30 to 5:30. EAC 20.(Registry values: P7)

992

1794 1/2 C AU58 PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.3. Edge lettering not visible, but more likely the Large Letters variety than the Small Letters. Frosty medium brown and olive surfaces are only interrupted by minor abrasions on each side of this otherwise attractive example. Both sides are clash marked with an obverse die crack through the tops of IBE. The C-1 die marriage is one of the three most plentiful 1794 varieties, and the high bust position makes it a distinctive variety. EAC 45. Population: 11 in 58, 19 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

993

1795 1/2 C Plain Edge VG8 PCGS. C-6a, B-6c, R.2. Traces of a probable Talbot, Allum & Lee token undertype are faintly visible on the obverse margin near 2 o'clock and 7:30. An evenly struck tan-brown piece with a hint of granularity and faint marks near the C in CENT and the 7 in the date. EAC 6.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

994

1795 1/2 C Plain Edge XF40 PCGS. C-5a, B-5a, R.3. The usual die state with a heavy diagonal die crack that divides the reverse into two planes above HALF. A dusky tan-brown representative that displays a hint of gray verdigris when inspected with a loupe. Impressively detailed. A No Pole variety, the pole was present in an early obverse die state (for C-1) but was removed by a mint worker prior to coining C-5. EAC 25.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

995

1797 1/2 C Plain Edge Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. C-2, B-2, R.3. A charming medium brown Liberty Cap half cent with even wear aside from slight weakness on HALF. Most obverse dentils are individually discernible. Generally smooth despite a slender brief mark southwest of the date and a small flan depression near the F in OF. EAC 10.(Registry values: P6)

996

1802/0 1/2 C Reverse of 1802 VF25 PCGS. C-2, B-2, R.3. All 1802 half cents were coined from the same overdate obverse die, with the 2 punched over a 0. Since these coins are rare, and the possibility of an altered date always exists, the Reverse of 1802 die has a small stemless berry attached to the right branch of the wreath between the stem and lowest leaf pair. This diagnostic does not appear on any other reverse die in the 1800 to 1808 Draped Bust series.
The surfaces are marked and abraded, but the overall appearance of this example is above average. Mahogany brown appears in the field with lighter tan devices. EAC 15. Population: 3 in 25, 10 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

997

1802/0 1/2 C Reverse of 1802 Fine 12 PCGS. C-2, B-2, R.3. The more available of two die pairs for the year, though it is still scarce in an absolute sense. This appealing Fine example has luminous chocolate-brown surfaces that show glimpses of violet and cinnamon. Each side is minimally marked for the amount of wear received. EAC 8.(Registry values: P7)

998

1804 1/2 C Plain 4, No Stems MS64 Brown NGC. C-13, B-10, R.1. Luster rolls across the generally smooth medium brown surfaces, which acquire sea-green, rose, and gunmetal-blue shades once rotated beneath a light. Nicely struck, and the only mentionable mark is a thin line behind Liberty's shoulder. A pinpoint obverse aqua fleck is noted at 4:30. EAC 55. Census: 7 in 64 Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

999

1804 1/2 C Crosslet 4, Stems MS64 Brown NGC. C-10, B-9, R.1. The most available of the Crosslet 4, Stems die pairs, distinguished by a date that has a high 4, scarcely leaning. This coin is an attractive golden-brown with occasional glimpses of olive visible at the margins. Strongly struck with only a few small digs visible, one just below Liberty's neck. EAC 55.(Registry values: P4)

1000

1806 1/2 C Small 6, No Stems MS62 Brown NGC. CAC. C-1, B-3, R.1. Clash marks are apparent before the throat and behind Liberty's head, both above and below the ribbon, but they are very faint. Somewhat glossy with rich reddish-brown coloration and minimally abraded surfaces for the assigned grade level. EAC 55.(Registry values: P4)

1001

1806 1/2 C Small 6, No Stems MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. C-1, B-3, R.1. Sharply struck with bright remnants of reddish luster on each side. A faint area of carbon is noted at the center of the obverse, and several stray flecks are seen overall. A conditionally scarce specimen. Certified in an old green label holder. EAC 55.(Registry values: P4)

1002

1808/7 1/2 C VF25 PCGS. C-2, B-2, R.3. Manley Die State 1.0. This medium brown representative has an impressively unabraded obverse and only a few wispy thin marks near HALF. A tiny obverse lamination is at 10 o'clock. OF is softly brought up, typical for C-2. EAC 12.(Registry values: P5)

1003

1808 1/2 C MS61 Brown PCGS. C-3, B-3, R.2. A total of 400,000 half cents were coined in 1808, consisting of 64,000 pieces delivered on March 30, and 336,000 delivered on June 30. Some of the first 64,000 coins may have been dated 1807 but all of the 336,000 were almost certainly dated 1808, and produced from three die combinations that included two overdate varieties and this normal date marriage. This pleasing olive, steel, and tan example has frosty luster with some iridescence. It is an attractive example despite minor abrasions. EAC 50. Population: 1 in 61 Brown, 6 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1004

1855 1/2 C MS64 Red PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.1. An unblemished near-Gem with intricately defined central devices. The orange-red mint color has slightly mellowed here and there. Certified in a green label holder. EAC 63.
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 228.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1005

1857 1/2 C MS64 Red PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.2. The final half cent issue has a meager mintage of 35,180 pieces, and full Red pieces are both scarce and underappreciated. A smooth peach-gold near-Gem with a couple of minor reverse spots. A good strike despite minor blending across portions of the denticles. Housed in a first generation holder. EAC 64. Population: 12 in 64 Red, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

Proof Classic Head Half Cents

1006

1833 1/2 C PR64 Brown NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. B-1, C-1, the only known dies, R.5 as proof. All 1833 Classic half cents were struck from a single set of dies. Breen (1983) suggests that the proofs may have been struck to commemorate the opening of the new Philadelphia Mint in January 1833. Perhaps 50 specimens are extant, among which is this deeply toned example. Blue-green shades intermingle with chocolate-brown and blue accents. The obverse reveals a lighter brown spot at the juncture of Liberty's headband and the field, one of the primary identifiers of this rare coin. Aesthetically pleasing brightness in the fields shows as the coin is rotated under a light source. Uncommonly sharp striking definition further confirms this coin's status as a proof. EAC PR60.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr, Collection (Bowers and Merena, 3/1996), lot 447, which realized $3,740.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

1007

1836 1/2 C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. B-1, Low R.6. Original dies. Large Berries Reverse. This unworn medium brown specimen is intricately struck and appears unabraded. A light application of oil has no effect on the eye appeal. More attractive and desirable than the NCS insert implies. EAC PR50.(Registry values: P3)

Proof Braided Hair Half Cents

1008

1855 1/2 C PR64 Brown PCGS. B-1, R.5. With crisp striking definition and noticeable brightness in the fields, there is no doubt about this coin's proof status. Lovely pastel tinged undertones are seen at direct angles, the colors being mostly apricot-gold, lilac, and electric-blue in shade. Indirect light angles reveal rich medium brown toning with olive tinted highlights around many of the devices. A pair of obverse lintmarks, one above star 2 and the other between the 8 and 5 in the date, should serve as useful pedigree markers. Perhaps kept from Gem status by a faint spot in the obverse field between stars 1 and 2. EAC PR60. Population: 7 in PR64 Brown, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (3/2003), lot 5044.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

Large Cents

1009

1793 Chain 1C Periods--Scratched, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. S-4, B-5, R.3. Steel-gray dominates although areas of unnatural salmon-pink are also present. The surfaces are minutely granular, and the borders near 9 o'clock show some old faded abrasions. All legends are readable, while LIBERTY and the denomination are bold. EAC 4.(Registry values: P5)

1010

1793 1C Wreath Cent, Vine and Bars VG8 PCGS. S-10, B-10, R.4. A pleasing dark brown example with a few minor rim bruises and other imperfections that are consistent with the grade. An obverse border flaw at 3 o'clock is characteristic of the variety as it was originally minted. EAC 5.(Registry values: N1793)

1011

1793 1C Wreath Cent, Vine and Bars--Reverse Damaged--ICG. XF40 Details. S-6, B-7, R.3. Struck in bold relief, this dark brown Wreath cent exhibits lighter brown on the devices. The obverse has a heavy defect on Liberty's cheek, along with old corrosion at the top. The reverse has several heavy scrapes that occurred many years ago. All of the imperfections on each side are completely blended with the surrounding surfaces and are only slightly distracting to the overall appearance. EAC 20.(Registry values: N4719)

1012

1794 1C Head of 1794 VF30 PCGS. S-21, B-5, R.3. Lightly cracked from the cap to B in LIBERTY, the usual die state for the Flat Pole variety. Also typical of most known examples, the obverse border is extremely weak and the reverse border is bold. The variety was once called "Sans Milling" for that characteristic. This deep olive and steel piece has a few minor abrasions and scratches on each side, with fine granularity. EAC 20.(Registry values: P1)

1013

1794 1C Head of 1794--Rim Damage--NCS. AU Details. S-30, B-12, R.1. The surfaces have a frosty medium brown appearance, with a few faint scratches on the obverse, entirely blended with the surrounding surface. The reverse is outstanding, without any obvious blemishes. The obverse has a small rim bruise at about 10 o'clock and the reverse has a similar rim bruise at 12 o'clock. EAC 25.(Registry values: P1)

1014

1794 1C Head of 1794 AU53 PCGS. S-44, B-33, R.1. One of the common 1794 varieties, this die combination is usually recognized at a glance by the die cracks on each side. The obverse is cracked through the 7 and 1, the lower hair curls, the left field, and along the outer edge of the cap to the border at 10 o'clock. This attractive piece has a blend of olive, tan, and iridescent patina on both sides. The surfaces are pleasing with only a few typical handling marks consistent with the grade. EAC 40.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1015

1794 1C Head of 1794 AU55 PCGS. S-21, B-5, R.3. The Flat Pole is a distinctive variety with the end of the pole much wider than the thin upper part. The surfaces have pleasing olive color with numerous diagonal striations that remain from the original planchet before the coin was struck. However, there are few if any later marks from circulation. Probably within the top dozen for the variety. EAC 45.(Registry values: P1)

1016

1795 1C Plain Edge AU55 PCGS. S-76b, B-4b, R.1. This wonderful cent has medium brown surfaces with traces of pale blue toning and strong eye appeal. Many AU and Mint State examples of the S-76b die combination survive, and they make excellent type coins for collectors who seek a higher grade Liberty Cap large cent. EAC 50.(Registry values: N2998)

1017

1796 1C Draped Bust, Reverse of 1796--Cleaned--ICG. VF35 Details. S-98, B-21, R.4. An attractive specimen with darker chocolate-brown coloration. There are a few minuscule abrasions plus a couple of short, shallow scratches on each side. Struck slightly off-center. T in CENT is unstruck, the bottom of the date is incomplete, and OF is weakly defined. Lightly cleaned at some point in the past. The S-98 is a challenging variety in any condition. EAC 15.(Registry values: N1793)

1018

1796 1C Draped Bust, Reverse of 1794--Corroded, Burnished--NCS. VF Details. S-109, B-15, High R.3. A late die state with a slight die crack through the upright of T in LIBERTY, extending to Liberty's forecurl below. Somewhat porous, mainly on the reverse, but free of any serious abrasions. A promising acquisition for either a date or type collector. EAC 10.(Registry values: P1)

1019

1797 1C Reverse of 1797, Stems--Double Struck, First Strike 20% Off Center--VF25 PCGS. S-140, B-22, R.1. No date is listed on the PCGS insert. One strike appears normal, the other strike is widely off center toward 10:30. Although the PCGS insert states the second strike is off center, we believe that the coin was first struck off center, then struck a second time properly centered. Design remnants from the off center strike include the hair ribbon at 10 o'clock on the obverse and RICA near 6 o'clock on the reverse. EAC 12.(Registry values: N991)

1020

1797 1C Reverse of 1797, Stems AU50 PCGS. S-138, B-20, R.1. One of the most plentiful 1797 large cent varieties, but the extended Noyes census drops rapidly from Mint State down to Very Fine. This dark brown example has smooth surfaces with few distractions other than the usual minor handling marks. EAC 40.(Registry values: N1793)

1021

1798 1C Second Hair Style AU55 PCGS. S-187, B-40, R.1. Readily attributed by the heavy arc-shaped die crack and rim die break on the upper right obverse. This golden-brown representative has impressive detail and is evenly struck. Luster illuminates the hair, wreath, and legends. A loupe locates slender marks on the neck and chin. EAC 45.(Registry values: P1)

1022

1798 1C Second Hair Style AU55 NGC. S-170, B-29, R.3. Breen Die State IV. LIBERTY is widely spaced on the obverse of this variety, and an arcing die crack in the left obverse field is diagnostic for the later die states. This example is a remarkably fine representative of the variety. A single Mint State example is followed by several VF and XF pieces in the Census. The obverse has light golden-olive with splashes of dark brown, and the reverse has deeper brown mixed with lighter tan. EAC 40.(Registry values: P1)

1023

1798 1C Second Hair Style MS62 Brown NGC. S-167, B-33, R.1. One of the three "whisker" varieties of 1798, the S-167 is most easily identified by the die crack through the 8 into the drapery. This is an early die state without a die crack from Liberty's eye to the rim, and the earliest stage of only one crack on the left side of the reverse, below the center of E in UNITED. Lovely light mahogany-brown toning over both sides. Clean and generally well struck with satin luster and a glossy appearance. EAC 55.
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 564.(Registry values: P1)

1024

1799 1C --Genuine--PCGS. S-189, B-3, R.2. Incorrectly designated as an 1799/8, which implies S-188. We suggest a net grade of Fair 2 for this key date cent, which is evenly granular from environmental exposure and has areas of unnatural red color on the obverse from cleaning. LIBERTY is faint but most of the date and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA can be discerned beneath a strong light. EAC 1.(Registry values: N991)

1025

1801 1C AU55 PCGS. S-222, B-16, R.1. A more available die pair distinguished by the leaftip under the second T in STATES on the reverse. Just a touch of wear visits the glossy surfaces, teak-brown with gleaming steel-blue overtones. This well-defined and attractive Choice AU coin is housed in a green label holder. EAC 40.(Registry values: N1793)

1026

1802 1C AU50 PCGS. S-232, B-12, R.1. Luster shimmers within the hair and wreath of this lightly worn Draped Bust cent. A lens reveals only a few minor marks, mostly beneath the hair ribbon and through the UN in UNITED. EAC 30. Population: 22 in 50, 38 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1027

1802 1C AU55 PCGS. S-230, B-8, R.1. The obverse has an evenly spaced date, and the reverse shows a prominent die crack below (S)TATES. This piece has a generally violet-brown appearance, though hints of original copper-orange are visible in the fields. Minimally marked for the grade and attractive. EAC 40.(Registry values: N1793)

1028

1802 1C 1/000 AU55 PCGS. S-228, B-4, R.2. Inexplicably, the PCGS holder makes no mention of the blundered denomination on the reverse. This deep brown example is well-defined, with only occasional surface disturbances and modest wear. Overall, a great example of this long-popular Guide Book variety, housed in a green label holder. EAC 45.(Registry values: P1)

1029

1803 1C Small Date, Small Fraction AU55 PCGS. S-255, B-14, R.1. The obverse die, with its defective base on the Y of LIBERTY, is diagnostic. The present example is well-defined, with warm luster. The fields are mostly golden-brown with chocolate overtones, while the high points of the devices exhibit slightly deeper color. Housed in a green label holder. EAC 45.(Registry values: N1793)

1030

1804 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. S-266c, B-1, R.2. Late dies with both prominent cuds, over RTY and MERIC. Unnatural cherry-red color on the highpoints with gray powder in selected design crevices on the reverse. A well detailed example of this famously elusive date. EAC 4.(Registry values: N1793)

1031

1804 1C Restrike MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. The so-called 1804 restrike was produced privately from left-over and mismatched large cent dies, and is called a restrike today only out of numismatic tradition.
The obverse die was used to coin 1803 S-261, and had the date reengraved to 1804. The reverse die was used for 1820 N-12. Apparently produced in the late 1860s, about 1867 or 1868, both dies had extensive rust that developed over the previous half century. Since there never was an original coin that combined the two dies, the term "restrike" for this piece is inaccurate.
Walter Breen identified two dies states in his Large Cent Encyclopedia, the earlier state with dies in near medallic alignment, the later state with coin alignment. The two different alignments suggest that these pieces were made in two different groups.
Many 1804 restrike cents exist today, usually in AU or Mint State grades, but few remain with full original red color. Combined, NGC and PCGS have certified nearly 100 of these restrikes, yet only five pieces are designated full red, four at NGC and this single example at PCGS. Both sides are brilliant with light orange color and satiny, reflective surfaces that result from die polishing that was intended to remove some of the rust. The surfaces are nearly flawless. In the absence of extensive Census details, we feel that this piece may qualify as the finest existing 1804 Restrike cent. EAC 65.

1032

1806 1C AU50 PCGS. S-270, B-1, R.1. Appealing violet-brown color overall, slightly lighter on the obverse, with hints of olive at the margins. A well struck example from the only identified die pair for the year, briefly circulated but minimally marked. EAC 40. Population: 4 in 50, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1033

1809 1C AU55 PCGS. S-280, B-1, R.2. Lone die pair for the year. This attractive Classic Head cent shows only a trace of the usual striking softness, with the wreath particularly well-executed. Both sides have medium-brown color with variation in the overtones, gold on the obverse and violet on the reverse. High-end and desirable. EAC 45.(Registry values: N2998)

1034

1811/0 1C AU53 NGC. S-286, B-2, R.3. The 1811 over 10 cent is popular with collectors as a "naked eye variety" that can be seen without magnification. This piece has smooth chestnut and dark brown surfaces that are devoid of all but the tiniest surface marks on each side. Although somewhat bluntly struck, it is a highly attractive example of the scarce overdate cent variety. EAC 30.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1035

1812 1C Large Date AU50 PCGS. S-288, B-3, R.2. Mislabeled by PCGS as a Small Date variety. The S-288 is actually a Large Date. Nicely struck in the centers with just a bit of weakness along the peripheries. Evenly worn and free of noteworthy marks. EAC 40.(Registry values: P1)

1036

1813 1C XF45 PCGS. S-292, B-2, R.2. One of only two die marriages for the date, the S-292 is somewhat more available for date-set collectors than the counterpart S-293. The medium- to dark-brown surfaces show some light microporosity and strike imbalance due to die misalignment. EAC 35.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1037

1813 1C AU55 PCGS. S-292, B-2, R.2. The coin is struck a few degrees off-center toward 7 o'clock, with some striking deficiency noted in the peripheral areas. The surfaces show deep chocolate-brown color and golden accents. Housed in an early PCGS holder with a light-green label. A noteworthy opportunity for the serious early copper collector. EAC 50.(Registry values: N1793)

1038

1813 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. S-292, B-2, R.3. Richly toned in apple-green, plum-mauve, and golden-brown. The strike is impressive, and the only detraction we can find is a smooth depression on the cheek. Although all varieties of Classic Head cents are collectible in typical circulated condition, Uncirculated examples are invariably rare. This is the finest PCGS Mint State example we have handled. EAC 50.(Registry values: N4719)

1039

1814 1C Crosslet 4 AU58 NGC. S-294, B-1, R.1. Liberty's cheek and the leaves display slight friction, but this dark brown cent shimmers with luster across the hair and wreath. Thorough evaluation beneath a glass reveals a few unimportant marks. Only two die marriages are known for this final Classic Head date, and they are easily distinguished by the shape of the 4 in the date. EAC 40.(Registry values: N1793)

1040

1814 1C Crosslet 4 MS63 Brown PCGS. S-294, B-1, R.1. Nearly fully struck, since the portrait, stars, and wreath exhibit exquisite detail. Die polish lines are visible on Liberty's neck and bust tip when viewed beneath a lens. The medium to dark brown surfaces are impressively bereft of abrasions. EAC 55. Population: 13 in 63 Brown, 13 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1041

1817 1C 13 Stars MS65 Brown NGC. N-14, R.1. A lustrous golden-brown Gem that has glimpses of apple-green and yellow-gold across the reverse periphery. The strike is good overall, although slightly softer on the right-side borders. EAC 55.(Registry values: N1793)

1042

1817 1C 13 Stars MS64 Red and Brown NGC. N-14, R.1. A nicely struck near-Gem that has generous glimmers of original orange-gold luster. The reverse is close to full Red. Carefully preserved with good eye appeal. Minor carbon is noted at 5 o'clock on the reverse. EAC 60.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 5200.(Registry values: N1793)

1043

1818 1C MS65 Brown NGC. N-10, R.1. Deep chocolate-brown with hints of brick-red within protected regions. Satiny and carbon-free with minor marks near the nose. A Randall Hoard variety, memorable due to its heavy obverse die crack. EAC 55. Census: 3 in 65 Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1044

1819 1C Large Date MS63 Brown PCGS. CAC. N-2, R.1. Pleasing medium brown surfaces with some splashes of darker toning and remnants of original orange luster. EAC 50.(Registry values: N991)

1045

1820 1C Large Date MS67 Brown NGC. N-13, R.1. The familiar die marriage with a heavy obverse die crack and a multiply punched L in LIBERTY. This variety appeared in some quantity within the Randall hoard, but is also nearly invariably spotted. The present Superb Gem provides an exception, since the undisturbed, highly lustrous surfaces are essentially carbon-free. Glimpses of the initial Mint red color emerge here and there. EAC 63. Census: 3 in 67 Brown, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

1046

1820 1C Large Date MS66 Red and Brown NGC. N-13, R.1. Lustrous and unabraded with a few minute carbon flecks visible only with the aid of a loupe. Most Uncirculated 1820 cents are N-13, but few pieces of any variety are seen at the lofty MS66 level, particularly with more than 50% of its initial red remaining. EAC 63.(Registry values: N2998)

1047

1826 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. N-5, High R.2. Noyes Die State C with prominent obverse rim die breaks. Pleasing light brown patina. Well struck, except for a couple of the star centers. EAC 55. Population: 10 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1048

1828 1C Large Narrow Date MS64 Brown PCGS. N-11, R.2. Noyes Die State B. A beautiful near-Gem with rich golden-brown to medium brown toning. A slender streak of darker color is noted between stars 11 and 12. Sharply struck and unabraded. EAC 60. Population: 9 in 64 Brown, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 7063, which realized $3,220.(Registry values: N1793)

1049

1828 1C Small Wide Date AU58 PCGS. N-10, R.1. This impressive piece is about evenly divided between chocolate-brown and medium brown. Exemplary for the grade save for a hair-thin mark on the field near the nose. EAC 55. Population: 2 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1050

1829 1C Large Letters MS63 Brown PCGS. N-2, Low R.2. Noyes Die State B. A beautiful golden-brown Matron cent. Sharply struck and satiny with pleasing preservation. EAC 50. Population: 5 in 63, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1051

1829 1C Large Letters MS64 Brown PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. N-2, Low R.2. Noyes Die State B. The choice surfaces of this cent display the full cartwheel effect with rich olive-brown toning. Well struck, particularly on the stars, and nearly devoid of marks. EAC 60. Population: 5 in 64 Brown, 2 finer as MS64 Red and Brown (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 611, which realized $5,462.50.(Registry values: N1793)

1052

1830 1C Large Letters MS63 Brown PCGS. N-1, R.1. Noyes Die State B. This charming representative displays hints of light brown in protected regions, while the open fields and devices are medium brown. Minimally abraded and worthy of the advanced collection. EAC 60. Population: 7 in 63, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1053

1831 1C Medium Letters MS66 ★ Brown NGC. N-3, R.1. Many of the letters in LIBERTY are recut, as is the top of the E in CENT. A lovely, highly luminous chocolate-brown Premium Gem with plum-mauve undertones. Although most of the stars lack full centrils, the major devices are well struck. A thin mark above the N in ONE provides an identifier, but hardly detracts from the breathtaking beauty of this piece. NGC has certified six 1831 cents as MS66 Brown, but only the present piece has in addition received a Star designation. EAC 63. PCGS has certified none above MS65 (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 614, which realized $6,325.(Registry values: P1)

1054

1832 1C Medium Letters MS66 Brown NGC. N-1, R.2. Sharply struck in the centers with some softness evident on the left-side stars. Impressive cartwheel sheen illuminates the virtually unabraded rose-gold and ice-blue surfaces. A remarkably beautiful example of the scarce and underappreciated Medium Letters subtype. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified any finer (3/09). EAC 60+.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2003), lot 5130, which realized $2,530.(Registry values: P1)

1055

1833 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. N-6, R.1. Noyes Die State B. Well struck save for a few right-side stars. Remarkably devoid of marks. The obverse is nearly full red, with brown primarily on the jaw. The reverse is mostly brown aside from peripheral hints of the original red. Encapsulated in an old green label holder. EAC 63.(Registry values: N1793)

1056

1834 1C Large 8, Large Stars, Medium Letters AU53 PCGS. N-5, R.5. This is the rarest circulation strike 1834 cent variety, and as a Guide Book type that is only represented by a single die pair, it is always in high demand. The current Condition Census for the variety includes three Mint State pieces, an AU, and four XF45 coins. We consider this piece to grade XF45 per EAC standards, and tied with the others for fifth finest known. Medium olive and darker brown surfaces have hints of later orange color. The surfaces have tiny imperfections of little consequence. EAC 45.(Registry values: P1)

1057

1834 1C Large 8, Large Stars, Large Letters AU55 PCGS. N-6, R.3. Distinctive die cracks along the margins allow ready attribution. A medium brown cent with generally clean surfaces and only slight wear on the leaves and curls. The profile is slightly doubled. EAC 40. Population: 2 in 55, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1058

1834 1C Small 8, Large Stars, Medium Letters MS64 Brown PCGS. N-2, R.1. Noyes Die State B. A beautiful near-Gem with chocolate-brown toning aside from an occasional wisp of carbon. The portrait and wreath are boldly brought up, and there are no remotely consequential marks. The profile is minutely doubled from the chin to the upper lip. EAC 60. Population: 5 in 64 Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1059

1835 1C Small 8 and Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. N-13, R.4. Nicely cleaned and recolored in a manner that preserves noticeable cartwheel luster on both sides. The reverse has a tiny rim bump at 4 o'clock, but otherwise the surfaces on both sides are smooth and pleasing. EAC 30.(Registry values: P1)

1060

1837 1C Plain Cords, Small Letters MS66 Brown NGC. N-5, R.2. A transitional subtype with plain hair cords (like the cents of 1836) and small reverse letters (like the cents of 1838). Only Newcomb-5 has both these features. This beautiful chocolate-brown Premium Gem is splendidly smooth. The strike is moderately soft on the shoulder curl and the upper reverse dentils. EAC 60.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1061

1837 1C Plain Cords, Medium Letters MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. N-13, High R.2. Certified in a green label holder. More red than brown, although the initial brick-red has mellowed to gray on portions of the open fields and Liberty's cheek. A small mint-made strike-through is noted above the N in ONE. EAC 63.(Registry values: P1)

1062

1837 1C Plain Cords, Medium Letters MS67 Red and Brown NGC. N-17, R.4. Noyes Die State A. Peripheral die cracks allow rapid attribution. A lustrous Superb Gem with ample orange-red color, particularly on the reverse. A little more than half of the obverse is olive-brown. Lustrous and close to immaculate with one minuscule spot on the central left portion of the O in ONE. EAC 63.(Registry values: P1)

1063

1842 1C Large Date MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. N-5, High R.3. The top of a stray 4 is visible in the dentils below the left side of the 4 in the date. This early die state has all of the lines and points that Grellman describes for his Die State a. Mostly red with some mellowing to bluish-brown on each side, this piece ranks fairly high in the Condition Census. EAC 63. Population: 4 in 65 Red and Brown, 2 finer (3/09), for all 1842 varieties.(Registry values: N1793)

1064

1850 1C MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. N-7, R.2. This dusky brick-red Premium Gem is free from marks and has only a few minute obverse toning freckles. The strike is good despite a few soft star centers. An outstanding Mature Head type coin. EAC 64. Population: 2 in 66 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1065

1850 1C MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. N-16, R.2. A later die state of N-19. A lustrous fire-red cent with just a hint of olive-gray on the central reverse. Well struck save for the dentils. This mark-free Gem has only minimal carbon, and ranks among the finest known of the Newcomb variety. EAC 65. Population: 16 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1066

1851 1C MS65 Red NGC. N-25, R.3. A beautiful orange-red cent that has vigorous cartwheel luster and appears free from abrasions. Well struck at the centers, and most of the stars display crisp centrils. An exemplary Mature Head type coin. EAC 65. Census: 8 in 65 Red, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1067

1853 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. N-13, R.1. Grellman Die State b. The base of the 1 in the date is repunched south. Orange-red is prevalent, particularly on the reverse, although Liberty's cheek and neck are brown. Well struck save for some of the star centers. Unabraded save for a tick on the nose. EAC 60.(Registry values: N1793)

1068

1853 1C MS66 Red PCGS. N-25, R.1. An absolutely perfect type coin. Both sides exhibit bright, original mint red color. The only variation in the surfaces is a small darker patch of color over CE in CENT on the reverse. A hoard of these were available some 25 years ago, but they were quickly dispersed and we see few of them today, even in auction. Sharply struck throughout with good (but incomplete) definition, even on the peripheral stars. EAC 65. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1069

1855 1C Upright 5s MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. N-4, R.1. Even though the N-4 die marriage is plentiful in all grades including Gem Mint State, few possess the kind of eye appeal that is seen here. Both sides have fiery orange surfaces with a few tiny spots but absolutely no mellowing of the color. It is as brilliant as the day it was struck. EAC 65. Population: 79 in 65 Red, 13 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1070

1855 1C Upright 5s MS65 Red PCGS. N-4, R.1. A pair of tiny die lumps below Liberty's ear confirms the die marriage. Both sides of this Gem are awash with orange-gold luster imbued with whispers of violet. The design elements leave strong definition on the design features, save for minor softness in some of the star centers. This well preserved piece is devoid of mentionable contact marks or spots. EAC 63. Population: 79 in 65 Red, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1071

1857 1C Large Date MS64 Red PCGS. N-1, R.1. The final year large cents are generally available in all grades through MS60, but finer examples that retain any amount of original mint color are elusive. Those with full mint red, like this piece, are rarities. The surfaces are fully lustrous with brilliant orange mint color, and only a few tiny marks and specks on either side. An exceptional example for the advanced collector. EAC 63. Population: 2 in 64 Red, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Large Cents

1072

1857 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. N-5, High R.5. A proof-only Small Date Newcomb variety identified by the die lump beneath the right foot of the T in CENT. This razor-sharp specimen striking has plentiful cherry-red and orange, particularly on the reverse. Sea-green and powder-blue also emerge when this undisturbed Gem is tilted beneath a light. EAC PR63.(Registry values: P1)

Flying Eagle Cents

1073

1856 1C --Genuine--PCGS. In-house graded Unc Details, Altered Surfaces. The 5 in the date shows repunching to the left of the upright on the 5, although the reverse die scratch cannot be verified. The inner leaf at the base of T ends level with that letter, and repunching shows on the E of CENT. This coin shows no trace of wear, but on the reverse from 3 to 5 o'clock, the fields have been buffed to remove some distraction, leaving a bright orange color behind. Some suspicious color change is noted also through UNITED STATES. This coin still has much appeal, far nicer than a technical description would imply.(Registry values: N4719)

1074

1857 1C MS64 PCGS. A satiny near-Gem that has warm apricot patina across the margins. While not fully struck, the surfaces are impressively free from any post-mintage blemishes.
Ex: Heritage (5/2003), lot 5182.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1075

1857 1C MS65 NGC. A dusky tan-gold type coin that does not require a third party holder to proclaim its status as a Gem. The strike is needle-sharp aside from the tips of the tail feathers, and only trivial contact is detected, even when examined beneath a loupe. Lustrous with impressive eye appeal. Census: 14 in 65, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 193.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1076

1857 1C MS65 NGC. The 1857 Flying Eagle cent was popular with the general public and saved in large quantities. This lovely Gem has softly frosted mint luster and the surfaces display pinkish-tan and golden iridescence. A bit softly struck, as often seen on this date.
Ex: Lewis (Tahoe) Collection (Heritage, 6/2006), lot 193.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1077

1857 1C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. One of the most compelling aspects of this Gem is its original color. When copper-nickel cents were first issued, the public was used to the bronze alloy of the old large cents. The high nickel content of the copper-nickel cents (12% nickel) was enough to give the coins a pale honey or tan appearance. The public nicknamed them "white cents." That moniker is largely forgotten today as so many copper-nickel cents have toned over the years. This piece, however, is the exception and shows why the public called these coins white in the 1850s and 1860s. The surfaces are bright and highly lustrous, and the striking details are better-than-usual with the only exception being the eagle's tailfeathers. PCGS has only certified 15 finer examples (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (5/2007), lot 138.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1078

1857 1C MS65 PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this remarkable Gem has highly lustrous and frosty tan surfaces with traces of gold and iridescent toning on each side. A few minuscule spots are evident but of little concern. The strike is bold and the aesthetic appeal is excellent. PCGS has only certified 15 finer examples.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1079

1857 1C MS65 NGC. Snow-4. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. From the missing wing tip hub, Snow-4 has obverse die doubling most obvious at STA of STATES and on UNIT, less so on the eagle's beak and eye. The present Gem has gorgeous deep tan and golden-brown toning with excellent design definition on both sides.(Registry values: N2998)

1080

1857 1C MS66 NGC. FS-402, formerly FS-003. Snow-9. Clashmarks from the Seated Liberty obverse die appear in several locations on the obverse of this sharply struck Flying Eagle cent. Clashing can be seen in the field below STATES, between the eagles beak and wing, and through AMERICA. This is one of the finest examples of this fascinating variety that we have seen or handled, and it is worthy of strong consideration by the specialist. While PCGS does not recognize this important variety, a total of 49 pieces have been certified by NGC, including this coin and one other submission at the MS66 grade level, and none finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1081

1857 1C MS66 NGC. Sharply struck for an 1857 and brightly lustrous, with lovely golden-tan and peach-red color on both sides. The eye of the eagle is sharply defined, as are most of the eagle's feathers. Lacking any noticeable abrasions, this is a pleasing, well-preserved Premium Gem. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1082

1858 1C Large Letters MS64 PCGS. High Leaves Reverse, Closed E in ONE. A luminous near-Gem, housed in a green label holder. Choice and well struck with generally mahogany and golden-brown surfaces that show occasional flecks.(Registry values: N1793)

1083

1858 1C Large Letters MS65 NGC. High Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. The strike is sharp throughout with full detail on the eagle's feathers and wreath. The original coppery-red surfaces are accented by attractive shades of crimson and gold. The issue is available in lower grades, but Q. David Bowers observes "MS65 gems are very tough to locate." Census: 21 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1084

1858 1C Large Letters MS65 NGC. High Leaves Reverse, Closed E in ONE. Whispers of pale apricot iridescence overlay the lower obverse and right reverse of this otherwise honey-tan Gem. A conditionally rare offering, both sides are sharply defined throughout with no mentionable surface blemishes. Accuracy compels us to mention a few small planchet voids (as struck) that are scattered in the reverse field around the denomination ONE CENT. Census: 21 in 65, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1085

1858 1C Large Letters MS65 PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Excluded. High Leaves Reverse, Closed E in ONE. Copper-gold luster adorns both sides of this Gem cent, each of which is splashed with crimson and light green. A well executed strike delivers better-than-average definition to the design features, including completeness on the eagle's plumage. A well cared for specimen. Housed in a green-label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

1086

1858 1C Large Letters MS66 NGC. High Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. While near-Gem survivors of this final-year Flying Eagle cent are always available, Gems are another matter entirely. Coins that grade finer than MS65 are rarer still, with only five examples certified MS66 by NGC, and none finer (3/09). Delicate honey-gold color adorns both sides of this Premium Gem, each of which exudes shimmering luster. All design features are sharply detailed. A spindly die crack joins the eagle's tail to the lower right rim.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1087

1858 1C Large Letters MS66 PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection. High Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. Well struck save for the usual minor softness on a few tail feathers. This honey-gold Premium Gem possesses impressive cartwheel flash and has only the faintest contact below the eagle's beak. An important type coin at this level of preservation, since the Flying Eagle cent was produced for only two years, excluding the coveted 1856-dated variety. Population: 27 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1088

1858 1C Small Letters MS64 PCGS. Low Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. A popular and semikey issue in the short Flying Eagle cent series, the 1858 Small Letters is desired at all grade levels, although only in Gem or finer preservation does it become truly conditionally elusive. This near-Gem piece shows abundant eye appeal for the grade, with a good strike and no mentionable distractions on the almond-gold surfaces. PCGS has certified 59 pieces finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1089

1858 1C Small Letters MS65 NGC. Low Leaves, Closed E in ONE. Light, even chestnut color graces this satiny and pleasing Gem. Crisply struck with no areas of softness on the flying eagle. The reverse is well preserved, and only a couple of faint marks are observed on the obverse field, visible only beneath a lens. This short-lived type is scarce as a Gem.
Ex: Heritage (11/2005), lot 157.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1090

1858 1C Small Letters MS65 NGC. From the Small Letters hub with AM in AMERICA separated, this splendid Gem has satiny luster with delightful light tan brilliance. The eagle is sharply defined while the peripheral obverse and reverse areas have weaker definition. Census: 69 in 65, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1091

1858 1C Small Letters MS65 NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. High Leaves, Closed E in ONE. A precisely struck Gem with fiery luster and lovely orange-gold color. The central reverse has a few minute carbon flecks. Housed in a former generation holder. Census: 68 in 65, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1092

1858/7 1C MS64 NGC. FS-301, formerly FS-006. Snow-1. Struck from a relatively late state of the dies, as there is little evidence of an underdigit. The die dot above the date, however, is plain, as is the broken wingtip of the eagle. The strike varies from sharp to mushy and both sides are tinged in pale violet and russet overtones. Census: 35 in 64, 5 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (1/2004), lot 2011.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Flying Eagle Cents

1093

1856 1C PR20 PCGS. Snow-9. The eagle's breast and tail displays the expected wear, but the overall definition is pleasing for this circulated key date cent. The horizontal die line within the left border of the front wing remains visible, and is a diagnostic for the Snow-9 die pair. The medium brown fields and devices are only lightly abraded.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

1094

1856 1C PR55 PCGS. Snow-9. This key date cent has the strike and luster of a proof impression, although a trace of friction on the breast and minor build-up in design crevices suggest brief non-numismatic handling. A smooth and attractive chocolate-brown example of this famous introductory small cent date.(Registry values: N4719)

1095

1856 1C PR58 PCGS. Snow-9. The die combination, as identified by Richard Snow, is a proof-only variety. The obverse has a short die line from the right top of I in UNITED to the border, and the reverse has a bold center dot below the upper left serif of N in CENT.
This impaired proof has slight highpoint wear on each side. The surfaces are light tan with hints of darker rose toning, joined by whispers of blue-green on the obverse. Both sides, especially the reverse, exhibit fine hairlines. Still a pleasing 1856 Flying Eagle cent with strong design elements.(Registry values: N4719)

1096

1856 1C --Reverse Damage, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. Snow-3. Designated as a proof by NCS, although S-3 is usually associated with business strikes. The razor-sharp strike and mildly flashy luster suggests a proof manufacture. Recolored at one time, but since retoned to an attractive light tan-brown with occasional aqua undertones. The reverse has a pair of tiny digs near the O in ONE, exaggerated as 'damage' by NCS. Two small circular areas of minor granularity on the reverse near 5 o'clock.
Ex: Pre-Long Beach (Bowers and Merena, 2/2007), lot 16, which realized $14,375.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1097

1857 1C PR64 PCGS. We attribute this piece as Snow PR-2, although none of the characteristics for any of the three proof varieties. It is a highly attractive near-Gem with deeply mirrored gold and tan fields and exceptionally sharp design details. Extremely close examination is necessary to see the few faint hairlines and contact marks. Population: 19 in 64, 11 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1098

1857 1C PR63 Cameo PCGS. Snow-PR1. When we previously offered this cent six years ago, we wrote: "This issue is rare, and the present specimen is of further import because it is the first proof 1857 Flying Eagle cent to receive a Cameo designation at PCGS (10/02)." Today, PCGS has certified a mere 14 Cameo proof 1857 Flying Eagle cents.
The mirrored fields are about as deep and vibrant as one is likely to see on a specimen striking of this type. Furthermore, the devices are fully defined and the denticles crisp--features that further confirm this coin's status as a proof. There are a few wispy hairlines and scattered contact marks on both sides, none of which are singularly distracting. A scintillating, medium tan representative with suggestions of champagne tinting. Population: 2 in 63 Cameo, 12 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

Indian Cents

1099

1859 1C MS65 PCGS. A vibrant Gem example of this first-year Indian cent issue, which enjoys immense popularity as a one-year-only type coin. Each side has bright copper-orange surfaces with occasional mahogany overtones. The overall detail is pleasing, though a few diamonds on the hair ribbon are a trifle soft. Excellent eye appeal. PCGS has graded 15 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1100

1859 1C MS66 NGC. The copper-gold lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem are imbued with hints of light tan, and a well executed strike leaves nearly complete delineation on the design elements, denied only by softness on a couple of feather tips. Both sides are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots. Great overall eye appeal. Census: 10 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1101

1859 1C MS66 PCGS. Although usually collected as part of the series, the 1859 Indian cent with Laurel Wreath reverse is technically a one-year type coin. This splendid Premium Gem offers lustrous, spot-free surfaces on both sides, with jade-green in the centers deepening to intense orange-red near the rims. Population: 15 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1102

1860 1C Pointed Bust MS66 PCGS. The Pointed Bust design had been in use on patterns since 1858, but was replaced from business strikes early in 1860, possibly to increase die life. The variety is quite scarce with an estimated mintage of only half a million out of the more than 20 million coins produced in 1860. Snow states that most of the Uncirculated specimens that are known come from a hoard of 25 to 50 pieces. This is a fully struck example that has butter-yellow and apricot surfaces. The obverse appears perfect and we only see two tiny marks on the reverse, a couple of faint lines across the crossbar of the N in ONE. Population: 5 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Colburn Collection (Heritage, 4/2003), lot 5135, which realized $15,525.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

1103

1863 1C MS66 PCGS. The bright, semireflective luster is lightly coated with pleasing golden-tan patina. Only the feather tips are not well defined. One small mark on Liberty's jaw and a handful of wispy ticks on the shield are too minor to limit the grade of this lovely Premium Gem. A couple of small die cracks appear at the shield on the reverse. Population: 27 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 5/2006), lot 215.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1104

1864 1C Copper-Nickel MS66 PCGS. Virtually unsurpassable quality for the issue. Both sides are devoid of contact marks as well as unsightly spots. The smartly impressed surfaces exhibit a smooth golden-rose and honey-tan appearance. Certainly one of the finest extant examples of this ever-popular final-year copper-nickel Indian cent. NGC and PCGS combined report only 25 examples in MS66, with a lone MS67 PCGS specimen finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1105

1864 1C Bronze No L MS66 Red NGC. CAC. Bowers estimates that the Bronze No L 1864 cents comprised 34 million of the total 39+ million bronze cents produced in this year, with the balance, of course, the rarer Bronze With L cents. These roughly 7:1 proportions parallel the estimated proof mintages as well, with the No L pegged at 150 coins to the 20+ for the With L cents. This Bronze No L business strike offers appealing orange surfaces with some purple stippling on both sides. The strike is passable, with some old clash marks visible on the reverse. Census: 27 in 66 Red, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1106

1864 1C Bronze No L MS66 Red PCGS. A nicely struck copper-red Gem with virtually immaculate surfaces. Struck from clashed dies, one tint toning spot is noted on the 1 of the date. Scarce with full Red color despite a healthy mintage. Population: 32 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 5204, which realized $2,760.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1107

1864 1C Bronze No L MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. Fresh copper-gold surfaces exhibit wonderful glints of orange "fire" in the luster. Overall detail is pleasing, though the diamonds are a trifle soft. Carefully preserved and gorgeous. PCGS has graded only one finer Red representative (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1108

1864 1C Bronze No L MS66 Red PCGS. Both sides of this Premium Gem are awash in copper-gold luster, and each exhibits sharply defined design elements. A few tiny toning flecks are not bothersome. Population: 32 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1109

1864 1C L On Ribbon MS67 Brown NGC. The 1864-L was not saved in large numbers and, consequently, is seldom found in high grades, most likely because the addition of Longacre's initial was not readily discernible to the general public. This piece, however, is a splendid example with undisturbed, glossy surfaces. Unlike many of the high grade survivors known, this piece displays full detail. Iridescent shades of ruby-red and ocean-blue appear in the fields. Strong clash marks are noted on the obverse, but little evidence of clashing is noted on the reverse. This is the only Superb Gem of this issue graded by either NGC or PCGS in any color category (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1110

1865 1C Fancy 5 MS65 Red PCGS. While somewhat more frequently encountered than the Plain 5 from this year, the Fancy 5 constitutes a one-year type, as we are unaware of this numeral punch being used on any coins from other years. This is a remarkable cent that shows original orange-red mint luster and a strong strike in all areas. Die clashing is also noted on each side with a jagged die crack at the top of the reverse. Population: 40 in 65 Red, 10 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (2/2005), lot 5207.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1111

1866/1--6 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. FS-301, formerly FS-007.7. Snow-2. The date is sharply repunched, most obviously below the upper serif of the 1, and above the peak of the second 6. Copper-red with blushes of steel-blue. A single carbon fleck resides just above the R in AMERICA. Devoid of any significant marks. A marvelously well preserved Premium Gem example of this scarce variety. Census: 1 in 66 Red and Brown, none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1112

1866 1C MS66 Red NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. This decisively struck Premium Gem possesses nearly immaculate apricot-gold surfaces. Light die clashing is evident on each side, most notably between the tips of the feathers in the headdress and on the inside of the right portion of the wreath. The obverse die was deeply hubbed, and the devices and legends are boldly outlined, as made. The 1866 is scarcer than the 1864 and 1865 issues, and full red Gems are irrefutably rare. In fact, the present piece is the only 1866 cent certified as MS66 Red by NGC, with none finer (3/09).
Ex: Portland, Oregon Signature (Heritage, 3/2004), lot 5071, which realized $10,637.50.(Registry values: N7079)

1113

1867 1C MS65 Red PCGS. This is a scarce date and an important rarity in Red Gem condition. A frosty and fully lustrous Gem with brilliant orange mint color and exceptional eye appeal. A few tiny flecks and abrasions keep it from a higher grade. Both sides are nicely detailed despite some peripheral design weakness. The date is perfect without any evidence of repunching, perhaps unusual among examples of this coinage issue. Population: 19 in 65 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1114

1867/67 1C MS64 Red PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-008, Snow-1a. This early die state shows the circular die line on the lower portion of the portrait before it was polished off on Snow-1b. The doubling of the 67 in the date is quite pronounced with the first punch north of the final date position. This variant is virtually unknown with full red color, and in fact, this is the highest grade accorded an 1867/67 by PCGS (two full red Gems have been certified by NGC). The surfaces are bright orange-red, and there are no obvious or detracting marks on either side.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1115

1869 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Snow-4. The 69 in the date is lightly repunched north. The lower mintage 1869 cent is scarce in all grades. This fully red near-Gem specimen displays bright golden luster laced with traces of rose. Well struck and unabraded. A few tiny light carbon flecks limit the numerical grade. Population: 42 in 64 Red, 35 finer (11/08).(Registry values: N1793)

1116

1871 1C MS65 Red PCGS. An amazing 1871 Indian cent, this piece has fully brilliant orange luster and bold design elements. Such coins are seldom encountered, given the elusiveness of the date. Most Mint State survivors are brown, some others have traces of original mint red, and very few remain at the top echelon with full mint red. The virtually pristine surfaces are unabraded with only a few minuscule spots. Population: 16 in 65 Red, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

1117

1872 1C MS65 Brown PCGS. Bold N in ONE. Like the typical Uncirculated survivor of this issue, this piece displays soft details on the date and shield. The other design elements are sharp, however, including the upper feather tips of Liberty's headdress. The faces show variegated greenish-brown and gold patina. This coin's low mintage of just above 4 million pieces was reduced by widespread melting following the Mint Act of 1873. Today, this issue is extremely scarce at the Gem level; PCGS reports only five examples in MS65 Brown (2/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1118

1873 1C Closed 3 MS64 Red NGC. Snow-2. FS-102, formerly FS-009.1. Similar to the famous Guide Book variety (FS-009, Snow-1) but the die doubling on LIBERTY is less prominent. Rich fiery-red luster deepens ever so slightly on the highpoints and in the left obverse field. Two tiny obverse carbon spots are noted, one is at 7 o'clock and another is concealed within the headdress. An important opportunity for the advanced collector of Indian Cents. As of (3/09), NGC has only certified two examples of FS-009.1 as Red, and the present piece is the finer by two grades.(Registry values: N1793)

1119

1873 1C Doubled LIBERTY, Closed 3--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Snow-1. FS-101, formerly FS-009. The spread of the letters in the word LIBERTY is so pronounced it makes one wonder why it took so many years for someone to notice. While the disclaimer of "Improperly Cleaned" is correct, the surfaces are actually pleasing if just a bit too bright to be believable. The obverse is bright reddish-brown, while the reverse is much lighter in hue with a yellowish tinge. The strike is sharp throughout, and there are just the small abrasions one would expect on a coin that is lightly circulated.(Registry values: P10)

1120

1873 1C Doubled LIBERTY, Closed 3 AU58 PCGS. Snow-1. FS-101, formerly FS-009. The doubling is prominent on all letters of LIBERTY, hence the name for the variety, although all the central feather spines and several of the marginal letters also display bold doubling. Just a whisper of wear appears on the high points. The surfaces on this delightful and rare coin are glossy medium-brown. This variety is worth 10 points in the composition of the relevant PCGS Registry Set.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P10)

1121

1873 1C Closed 3 MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. A more difficult issue to locate than its Open 3 counterpart, the population of the 1873 Closed 3 cent drops off markedly at the present level. Sharply struck on the obverse, the reverse shows slight softness of definition. Well preserved and free of surface blemishes. Population: 22 in 65 Red and Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1122

1874 1C MS65 Red PCGS. The headdress shows pinpoint striking details and each side has even orange-red color that is unaffected by mellowing or browning. An outstanding example of this scarce early Indian cent and one of only 29 coins to have been so-graded by PCGS, with just five finer, as of (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1123

1875 1C MS66 Red NGC. The surfaces are ablaze with reddish-golden luster that highlights the rich cartwheel sheen. Boldly, if not sharply struck throughout, both sides are smooth from rim to rim. This example displays repunching south at the bases of the 1 and 8 in the date. NGC and PCGS combined have seen just 10 1875 cents in MS66 Red, and there is not a single specimen finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1124

1876 1C MS65 Red PCGS. This handsome light orange Gem has a reasonable strike and only a couple of minuscule toning flecks. The Centennial year Indian cent has a low mintage of less than 8 million pieces, and although survivors are not rare in circulated grades, Mint State examples are scarce and few among these retain full Red color. Population: 33 in 65 Red, 14 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1125

1876 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The lustrous copper-gold surfaces of this Premium Gem display wisps of crimson, somewhat more so on the obverse. Sharp definition shows on the obverse design features, while the reverse shield and portions of the wreath reveal some missing detail, likely associated with oil or water strike-throughs (Richard Snow, 2006, p. 133). A nicely preserved coin. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1126

1876 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Business strikes this nice are seldom encountered. The surfaces retain all the bright luster of when the coin was first struck, while the usual small marks normally found on business strikes are absent on this attractive specimen. The strike is essentially full. The mintage of 7,944,000 coins makes this one of the better dates in the Indian Cent series. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 777, which realized $9,200.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1127

1877 1C --Corroded--ANACS. VG8 Details. This is not an attractive coin, but it has been certified as a genuine example of the key date 1877 Indian cent, and that will make it a desirable item for many. Heavily corroded on both sides, with some exposed metal just to the right of Liberty's eye.(Registry values: N991)

1128

1877 1C Fine 15 ANACS. A desirable key date example. LIBERTY is mostly visible, although ER and Y are unclear. Evenly worn with attractive reddish-brown color. A group of carbon flecks are clustered on the upper right reverse quadrant.(Registry values: N1793)

1129

1877 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. The Shallow N reverse, diagnostic of all genuine 1877 cents, is particularly distinctive on the present piece, perhaps a late die state as the bottom part of the diagonal N in ONE appears considerably shallower than the top part. Generous amount of mint red still appear on both sides of this near-Gem piece, although some mellowing to brown appears in the obverse fields, with some minor carbon flecks appearing under a loupe and one mentionable carbon spot at the lower reverse rim at 5:30. A sharply struck example for the date.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1130

1878 1C MS66 Red PCGS. A gorgeous Premium Gem, with cerise centers blending into shades of yellow-green at the rims and a bold strike on both sides. Virtually spot-free. An interesting horizontal die crack runs through the bottom of the digits in the date. Population: 12 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1131

1879 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Heavy metal flow is seen on each side of this lovely, full red cent. The obverse is bright orange-red, while the reverse is uniformly cherry-red. The devices are fully struck, and only strong magnification will reveal a few tiny spots of carbon. Population: 14 in 66 Red, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1132

1880 1C MS66 Red PCGS. An impressive, sharply struck specimen with satiny luster and lovely orange-red toning. A spindly die crack extends from the upper right obverse rim across the top of F to end at the upper right edge of O. Both sides of the piece are marvelously well preserved and free of even the slightest blemish. Population: 15 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1133

1880 1C MS66 Red NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Indian cents from this date are not especially rare in Uncirculated grades, but they are invariably highly attractive. This is a bright orange-red example, and is fully struck throughout. Splendid overall preservation and eye appeal. Census: 7 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1134

1881 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The strike on this piece is well delivered if a trifle short of absolute, but the brick-red surfaces in essentially pristine condition, with no distractions of even the remotest sort, leave little doubt regarding the accuracy of the Premium Gem grade assessment. Both sides are also entirely devoid of spots, large or small. PCGS has certified only 22 Red pieces in this grade, with four finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1135

1881 1C MS66 Red NGC. Orange-gold luster bathes this boldly impressed Premium Gem. The infrequent minuscule fleck fails to detract from the coin's overall pleasing eye appeal. Housed in a prior generation holder. Census: 11 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 150, which realized $2,530.(Registry values: N2998)

1136

1882 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Rose-red predominates in the centers, with the reverse margins adding a dash of almond-tan. Generous luster proceeds from both sides of this splendid Gem Indian cent, and a bold strike further adds to the allure. Population: 69 in 65 Red, 23 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1137

1884 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Richard. Rick Snow believes the mintage was lower this year because the Mint had difficulty procuring planchets, thus lessening the availability in most Uncirculated grades. This is a well-balanced example that has deep cherry-red color on each side. The devices are sharply defined throughout, and there are no obvious or mentionable surface problems. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1138

1885 1C MS65 Red PCGS. The Philadelphia Mint's ongoing difficulties with finding an adequate and affordable supplier of cent planchets resulted in a delivery of only 11.7 million pieces in 1885. This is the lowest business strike mintage for an Indian cent from the 1880s. The present Gem quality survivor is awash in fulsome orange-red luster. Select angles reveal suggestions of pale lavender color, but we can find no noteworthy carbon. Solidly graded as a Gem with pinpoint striking definition. Population: 56 in 65 Red, 10 finer (2/09).
Ex: Joseph P. Gorrell Collection (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 4444.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1139

1886 1C Type One MS65 Red PCGS. Struck from the old hub, according to Rick Snow the Type One coins "typically come on lighter colored planchets that toned quickly. As such full red examples are very difficult to locate." This piece certainly proves the rule about lighter colored planchets as this coin has bright, variegated yellow-orange-red color. The striking details are complete throughout, and the coin is identifiable by an irregular planchet flaw above the C in CENT.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1140

1889 1C MS66 Red PCGS. A wonderful Premium Gem that boasts dazzling luster and rich orange-red color. Carbon is nearly absent, as are marks aside from a faint line on the cheek. Well struck, and the eye appeal is undeniable. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 6 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1141

1890 1C MS65 Red PCGS. This imposing Gem features fiery red luster and is virtually devoid of contact. A loupe locates only minuscule carbon. Encased in a green label holder. Population: 44 in 65 Red, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1142

1891 1C MS66 Red PCGS. While not especially difficult in MS64 or even MS65 grades, the 1891 shows a 90% drop in the number of coins certified between MS65 and MS66 grades, and that percentage is constant for both of the major services. In MS65 Red PCGS has certified 65 coins, but in MS66 condition only seven. NGC has 35 coins at MS65, but just three at MS66 (Red). This coin is certainly worthy of the highest accolades. The surfaces are smooth and display rich, even red color with no mentionable marks on either side. Sharply defined as well. Population: 7 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1143

1892 1C MS66 Red PCGS. An exceptionally attractive Indian cent with intense mint frost. The surfaces exhibit deep orange aside from a trace of olive on the highpoints of the design. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 11 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Robert R. Rollins Collection, Part One (Heritage, 5/2008), lot 2313, which realized $9,200.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1144

1893 1C MS66 Red PCGS. This is a splendid Premium Gem with brilliant pinkish-orange color in the fields and rich reddish-orange luster on the devices. The frosty surfaces provide excellent eye appeal. This is a wonderful opportunity for the Set Registry collector. Population: 21 in 66 Red, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Ally Collection (Heritage, 9/2004), lot 5275.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1145

1894 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection. While the business strike mintage of the 1894 (16.7 million pieces) was lower than other dates from the 1890s, high grade examples were apparently set aside in the same numbers as other dates from this decade, as it is no scarcer in Uncirculated condition. However, sharply struck Mint State coins, such as the current Premium Gem, are elusive. The feather tips, while incompletely defined on this piece, exhibit much better detail than ordinarily seen. Bright golden-orange coloration displays a dash of cherry-red on the cheek, and the reverse has a pronounced olive tint. A few light toning flecks are undisturbing. Population: 23 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1146

1894 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Both sides of this visually enticing specimen are awash in satiny mint luster that illuminates unmarked surfaces and varying shades of red-orange and mint-green color. A handful of toning specks are noted on the obverse, but they are too few and too small to limit the grade level or the eye appeal of this outstanding example. Population: 23 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1147

1894 1C Doubled Date MS65 Red PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-011, Snow-1. The date is widely repunched northeast. There are hundreds of repunched dates within the Indian cent series, but the present Guide Book variety is undoubtedly the most dramatic. This is a beautiful green-gold Gem with glimpses of orange-red near the margins. Nicely struck and nearly unabraded with a couple of tiny mint-made strike-throughs on the left obverse field. Population: 11 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

1148

1894 1C Doubled Date MS65 Red PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-011, Snow-1. The obverse and reverse show blazing mint Red with a hint of yellow-gold coloring. Boldly repunched date, and one of the most spectacular in the entire series, with each digit seen to the right and higher from a botched engraving. The reverse has a trace of carbon on the upper left field inside the wreath. As nice as this date is ever found, and a coin worthy of the finest Indian cent collection. Population: 11 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1149

1895 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Apricot and olive colors alternate across each side. This sharply struck Premium Gem possesses blazing cartwheel luster and nearly undisturbed surfaces. Housed in a green label, past generation PCGS holder. While 1895 cents are common in Uncirculated grades, few approach the preservation and unspotted color of the present piece. Population: 32 in 66 Red, 3 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1150

1896 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Richard. Glorious crimson and apple-green peripheral accents grace this predominantly olive-gold Premium Gem. Both sides are boldly defined with vibrant, frosty luster. Carbon is virtually absent. Population: 10 in 66 Red, 2 finer (10/03).
Ex: Richard Collection (Heritage, 1/2004), lot 4330, which realized $5,750.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1151

1897 1C MS65 Red NGC. Lustrous copper-gold surfaces are blushed with forest-green and reddish-orange in the reverse center. This sharply struck Gem reveals just a few light minuscule toning flecks. Census: 26 in 65 Red, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1152

1897 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection. This Premium Gem offers soft pink-gold luster that blankets both sides with a pleasingly frosted texture. The design elements are sharply struck, except for the usual softness on some of the feather tips. Great all-around eye appeal. It is difficult to locate fully Red pieces in MS65 or better. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1153

1897 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Sometimes one sees cents in the Red category and thinks, "Well, not really." Not so the present example, which must appear virtually the same as it did 112 years ago. The color is reddish-gold, with little visible mellowing, and there is blazing luster on both sides. The strike is a trifle soft on the date and the lower headdress feathers, and some light flecks are seen under a glass, but overall this is an extremely attractive and accurately graded Premium Gem example. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1154

1898 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Orange-gold surfaces display splashes of olive and crimson, and have benefited from solid strike. A few minuscule grade-consistent marks are not bothersome. Population: 46 in 66 Red, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1155

1899 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Deep reddish-orange color and undeniable eye appeal. This minimally marked beauty is well-defined with all diamonds fully outlined. Housed in an early holder. PCGS has graded just nine finer Red examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1156

1901 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The beautiful almond-tan surfaces are well within the confines of the Red designation and show only the most minuscule flecks on totally original surfaces. The die erosion produces frosted surfaces, but the strike is nonetheless bold on all four diamond and the feather tips. Population: 53 in 66 Red, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1157

1902 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection. Yellow-gold surfaces are imbued with hints of olive-green and possess noteworthy cartwheel luster. A sharp strike leaves above average detail on the design features, except for the typical softness on the shield edges and some of the denticles. Minimally abraded, as befits the assigned grade. Population: 46 in 66 Red, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1158

1902 1C MS68 Red NGC. Both sides of this incredibly vibrant orange-gold example are ablaze with satiny luster, and totally void of unsightly blemishes. Although slight weakness is noted at the tips of the Indian's feathers--typical for the issue--this example possesses an above average strike as evinced by the bold shield details and complete dentilation. This is as close to a perfect Indian cent as one is likely to find. As of (3/09), NGC has certified only one 1902 cent at the MS68 Red level, with--unsurprisingly--none finer. More astonishing is the fact that both services combined have only certified five coins at this lofty grade in the entire series (1864-1909). Certainly a fleeting opportunity to purchase one of the very finest examples of this popular issue.
Ex: The Rarities Sale (Bowers and Merena, 8/1998), lot 44 where it realized $5,060; Central States Signature Sale (Heritage, 5/2005), lot 5234 where it realized $10,350.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1159

1905 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Intense mint luster and virtually pristine surfaces are hallmarks of this Premium Gem specimen. Coral-red and ice-green colors adorn each side. There are a few scattered flyspecks on the reverse and just one small contact mark, located between the bases of N and T in CENT. The obverse is unmarked and spot-free. Population: 36 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1160

1908 1C MS66 Red PCGS. A gorgeous peach-gold Premium Gem with virtually flawless surfaces. The 1908 is plentiful in Mint State, but nonetheless rare in the present formidable quality. In a first generation holder. Population: 40 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1161

1908-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. This is a gorgeous example of the first minor coinage issue struck at a branch mint. Although the feather tips lack perfect definition, which is characteristic of the date, it is otherwise an extremely well struck coin. Frosty orange and mint-green luster invigorates each side. A few minuscule marks and flecks are undisturbing. Population: 33 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1162

1908-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. An outstanding Premium Gem example of this popular and historic low-mintage branch mint issue. The honey-gold surfaces are uncommonly free from contact or carbon, the luster is vivacious, and the strike is exemplary aside from the tips of a couple of headdress feathers. Neither PCGS nor NGC has certified an example any finer, and indeed, it would be difficult to imagine a more attractive example of this scarce introductory S-mint cent. Population: 33 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1163

1909 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Attractive orange-gold luster imbued with hints of olive embraces both sides of this Premium Gem. Sharply struck, and revealing just a handful of light reverse flecks. Difficult to acquire any finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1164

1909-S 1C MS63 Brown NGC. Medium brown and bluish-brown patination resides on both sides of this Select key date representative. A well directed strike imparts strong definition to the design elements. A few minute handling marks limit the grade.(Registry values: N991)

1165

1909-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. Rich reddish-orange color with glimpses of golden-brown that account for the color designation. Well struck for this final-year West Coast Indian cent issue.(Registry values: N1793)

1166

1909-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. A lustrous honey-gold Gem that is essentially devoid of contact. A tiny toning fleck in the left obverse field is barely worthy of individual mention. This low mintage date was apparently set aside, as was the 1909-S VDB cent; yet both are still scarce, series-key issues. High grade full Red pieces are quite scarce and always under strong demand.(Registry values: N2998)

1167

1909-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. This peach-red key-date cent exhibits potent luster and is splendidly unabraded aside from faint contact on the cheek. Only some minuscule carbon spots stand in the way of an even finer grade. Only the second branch mint cent issue, and the mintage of 309,000 pieces is the lowest of the series.(Registry values: N2998)

1168

1909-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. The original mintage of the final year 1909-S Indian cent had less than half the mintage of the key date 1877 issue, and the mintage is also less than the famous key date of the Lincoln cent series, the 1909-S VDB. This is an exceptionally preserved Gem with shimmering luster and unabraded apricot-gold surfaces. The design elements are boldly struck and there are no apparent marks on either side. Encased in a green label holder.
Ex: Robert R. Rollins Collection, Part Three (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1125, which realized $11,500.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Indian Cents

1169

1859 1C PR63 PCGS. A razor-sharp proof that has dusky tan patina and a few minuscule planchet flaws, as made. A faint pinscratch in the field below the chin precludes a higher grade. Scarce and popular as a one-year proof type.(Registry values: N1793)

1170

1859 1C PR64 PCGS. Pale salmon-orange shadings prevail in the fields, but the centers show round circles of brilliant turquoise color, the larger one visible on the obverse. A striking and attractive near-Gem specimen from this first-year Indian cent issue, popular among collectors as a one-year type.(Registry values: N2998)

1171

1859 1C PR64 PCGS. This coin would be well-suited to a high-grade type set as an example of its one-year subtype. The surfaces are golden-tan and strike is needle-sharp, especially on all feather tips and the four diamonds. Minor flecks seen under a loupe are undistracting. Excellent eye appeal for the PR64 designation.(Registry values: N2998)

1172

1860 1C PR65 PCGS. This issue is much scarcer than its 1,000-piece mintage would suggest, as 450 or more coins were melted or released into circulation due to poor sales (Richard Snow, 2006). The current Gem proof displays copper-gold color imbued with tints of ice-blue and lilac. The design elements are better struck than ordinarily seen, though softness is noted in a couple of the feather tips. A nicely preserved specimen with no significant contacts or spots. Population: 32 in 65, 7 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1173

1861 1C PR63 NGC. Crisply detailed with bright golden-brown surfaces. This gleaming Select proof is appealing despite the faint hairlines and occasional contact marks visible on each side. Census: 10 in 63, 59 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1174

1862 1C PR65 PCGS. Dusky honey-mahogany surfaces are impressively preserved, and the central devices are exquisitely detailed. A handful of charcoal-colored flyspecks are noted on the obverse. PCGS has graded just 31 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1175

1862 1C PR66 PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. A moderately reflective Copper-Nickel proof with pinpoint striking details throughout. Both sides are bathed in milky yellow-gold and lilac patina blushed with orange accents on the cheek. This nicely preserved piece generates pleasing eye appeal. Population: 30 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1176

1862 1C PR65 Cameo NGC. A satiny and needle-sharp Gem that has smooth surfaces and only minor carbon. Just 550 proofs were struck for this popular Civil War date. Census: 19 in 65 Cameo, 24 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

1177

1862 1C PR66 Cameo PCGS. The 1862 is the most available copper-nickel cent in proof format. Some 550 pieces were originally struck, and probably half that number are extant today. However, only a tiny percentage of those surviving pieces show the cameo contrast that collectors find so appealing. The fields on this piece are deeply mirrored and glassy, with noticeable mint frost over the devices. An immaculately preserved coin. There is an abundant amount of lilac-silver patina on each side. Population: 17 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

1178

1863 1C PR65 Cameo PCGS. A sparkling honey-tan specimen with a suggestion of reddish patina on the reverse. From a mintage of 460 proofs, only a small percentage survive as Gems, and fewer still possess enough contrast to qualify for a Cameo designation. Population: 9 in 65 Cameo, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1179

1864 1C Copper Nickel PR66 Cameo PCGS. Whispers of soft lilac and ice-blue gather on the strongly cameoed yellow-gold surfaces of this Premium Gem proof. An exacting strike imparts strong definition to the frosty design elements, further enhancing the coin's overall appeal. Both sides are impeccably preserved. Population: 6 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1180

1864 1C Bronze No L PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. While the bronze No L proof cents of 1864 are less common than their copper-nickel cousins, they are certainly more available than the bronze proofs that bear Longacre's initial. This glowing reddish-tan proof is among the finest survivors from an estimated mintage of 150 specimens, boldly impressed and immensely appealing. Population: 14 in 66 Red and Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1181

1864 1C Bronze No L PR64 Red PCGS. The estimated mintage for the 1864 Bronze No L cents is only 150 coins, and today most of the certified examples are in the Brown or Red and Brown categories. This no-questions Red near-Gem offers alluring surfaces with sunset-orange coloration and lots of eye appeal. A few flecks on the reverse are undistracting testaments to originality. Population: 14 in 64 Red, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1182

1865 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Carefully preserved with striking toning patterns. On the obverse, the upper and left zones show olive and blue patina, while the rest of that side is copper-gold; on the reverse, cerulean and violet shadings are dominant, though pumpkin-orange elements are visible close to the rims and the devices. Population: 3 in 66 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1183

1865 1C PR64 Red Cameo PCGS. Reflective orange-gold surfaces exhibit traces of silver-lilac color along the right obverse and around the reverse borders. Well executed design elements include full delineation on the diamonds and headdress feathers. A few light, unobtrusive flecks are noted on the obverse. Population: 5 in 64 Red Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6)

1184

1866 1C PR65 Red Cameo PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Frosted motifs exhibit strong variance with the reflective fields, especially when the coin is tilted just slightly under a light source. Tints of crimson and sky-blue visit the well preserved yellow-gold surfaces. Sharply struck, including the feather tips, diamonds, and shield. Population: 7 in 65 Red Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1185

1866 1C PR65 Red Cameo PCGS. Bright golden-red is seen over each side of this deeply reflective proof, and there is an area of deeper crimson-red at the center of the obverse. Both sides are nicely frosted, a bonus that provides a strong cameo contrast over the splendidly preserved, glassy surfaces. A few minute lint marks and a couple of planchet flakes are noted in the right (facing) obverse field. Population: 7 in 65 Red Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

1186

1867 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. A needle-sharp specimen with an unblemished and radiant sun-gold appearance. Only a small percentage of proofs from this year have survived in a Choice, relatively unmellowed state of preservation. Population: 33 in 64 Red, 12 finer (3/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 875; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 5193.(Registry values: N2998)

1187

1868 1C PR64 Red NGC. Beautiful orange-gold coloration adorns this near-Gem proof, and a solid strike imparts strong detail to the design elements. A nicely preserved piece that is devoid of mentionable marks or spots. Census: 7 in 64 Red, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1188

1868 1C PR64 Red Cameo NGC. A boldly struck specimen with glassy, reflective fields. Russet color overall, slightly deeper on the reverse. Normal coin alignment, unusual for this proof issue which has numerous examples struck in an erroneous medal turn. Census: 2 in 64 Red Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

1189

1868 1C PR65 Red Cameo PCGS. This splendid piece is clearly at the high end of survivors, both in terms of color and surface quality. The carbon-free faces offer lots of field-device contrast, with pretty green-tinged almond-tan coloration and a bold strike, right up to the feather tips. The reverse is rotated about 30 degrees counterclockwise. Population: 3 in 65 Red Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

1190

1869 1C PR65 Red Cameo PCGS. A fully struck Gem with honey-gold and deep champagne-rose hues. Strong contrast distinguishes the devices from the reflective fields. A pair of toning spots on the obverse do not negate the eye appeal. A scarcer proof issue in all grades, the 1869 is difficult to find with Red color and a Cameo designation. Population: 7 in 65 Red Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

1191

1870 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Lovely bright golden-orange color endows this radiant near-Gem. Well struck and beautifully preserved. A couple of tiny contact marks are mentioned on the Indian's cheek. A scarce issue with full Red color. Population: 29 in 64 Red, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1192

1871 1C PR65 Red NGC. Shallow N in ONE. Copper-gold surfaces display freckles of orange, somewhat more so on the obverse, and a well executed strike results in exquisite delineation on the design elements. There are no significant contact marks or unsightly spots. Census: 15 in 65 Red, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1193

1872 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Bold N in ONE. Fully struck with bright red-gold toning on the obverse, where semireflective fields and pristine surfaces are evident. The reverse has a coating of deep purple-brown color and is likewise immaculately preserved. A technically impressive Premium Gem. Population: 7 in 66 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1194

1872 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. A remarkable Premium Gem proof example with nearly full red color on both sides, only beginning to fade to light brown. A few minuscule specks are all that keep this out of the Superb Gem category. It is sharply struck, and the fields are fully reflective although not deeply mirrored. Tied for the finest Red and Brown proof example certified by PCGS. Population: 7 in 66 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1195

1873 1C Closed 3 PR65 Red PCGS. This razor-sharp Gem is devoid of contact and provides consistent peach-gold color. Study beneath a loupe locates minuscule carbon. Population: 27 in 65 Red, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1196

1874 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Snow-1. The diagonal bar of the 4 in the date extends past the crossbar, diagnostic for proofs. A well struck and nicely preserved Gem with predominant orange-gold color.(Registry values: N1793)

1197

1875 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. A appealing woodgrain effect dominates the eye appeal, with speckled purple-violet and red-gold patina across both sides. Crisply struck with watery reflectivity in the fields and impressive surface preservation. Several tiny die lines and die lumps (as struck) appear just beneath Liberty's earlobe. Population: 7 in 66 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1198

1875 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Copper-gold surfaces display splashes of crimson, yellow-green, and orange, more extensively and deeper in hue on the reverse. The design elements are well impressed and reveal modest contrast with the fields at certain angles. Both sides are devoid of mentionable flaws. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 13 in 65 Red, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1199

1875 1C PR64 Red Cameo PCGS. A radiant orange-red specimen with strong contrast and a full strike. The fields are deep and glassy, and this mirrored effect provides much of the contrast seen. Both sides have wispy mint-made striations across the devices, but the surfaces are well preserved. The peak of the 5 is lightly recut. Population: 3 in 64 Red Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

1200

1876 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. While used for multiple years, the proof dies were polished in 1876 removing some of the polishing marks seen on earlier years. This is a deeply mirrored and well preserved proof striking that shows a bit of mottled olive, brown, and darker red coloration over each side. An impressive example from America's centennial year.(Registry values: N2998)

1201

1877 1C PR65 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. With an estimated proof mintage of 900 pieces, the 1877 proof Indian Head cent has always been under pressure from date collectors because Mint State business strikes are so rare. The present coin has reflective fields and richly frosted devices, creating the desirable cameo effect. Lovely iridescent tones of lilac and sea-green color accent both sides. This coin is the only specimen certified in PR65 Red and Brown Cameo by either service, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1202

1877 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. A fantastic Premium Gem representative of what is arguably the most popular proof Indian cent issue. Though much of the central obverse is dusky brown, brighter orange and mahogany shadings dominate the obverse margins and the reverse. Population: 5 in 66 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1203

1877 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Beautiful orange and yellow-gold coloration graces this near-Gem Red proof Indian cent. The strike is razor-sharp, and a higher grade is precluded by a couple of minute handling marks. A reasonable alternative for the collector who wishes to have a high quality 1877 cent in her/his collection. Population: 43 in 64 Red, 32 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1204

1878 1C PR67 Red Cameo NGC. Ex: Starr Collection. A delicate mix of orange-gold, mint-green, crimson, and yellow-gold patina resides in the reflective fields of this Superb Gem proof, accentuating frosty, well defined orange and greenish-gold motifs. Impeccably preserved surfaces enhance the coin's eye appeal. Census: 1 in 67 Red Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1205

1879 1C PR66 Red PCGS. This is a splendid example of the Indian cent proof type. All features are essentially full in striking detail and devoid of bothersome contact marks. Highly reflective fields are seen with mildly contrasted devices. Small amounts of red toning are splashed on the otherwise tan-gold fields, and there are just a few tiny carbon spots on each side. Population: 25 in 66 Red, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1206

1880 1C PR67 Red PCGS. The 1880 is one of the more available dates from the 19th century in proof format. However, in Superb Gem condition PCGS has graded only seven other pieces and NGC has graded one, with none finer at either service (3/09). Rich orange-gold color covers both sides, along with occasional dabs of olive. The fields show impressive reflectivity, and the surfaces are close to technical perfection. The design elements are exquisitely brought up.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1207

1880 1C PR67 Red Cameo NGC. A glittering Superb Gem Indian cent that displays vibrant yellow-gold surfaces with occasional orange accents, joined on the reverse with subtle hints of crimson. Excellent field-motif contrast and razor-sharp definition on the design features, including all of the feather tips, all four diamonds, and the ribbing on the reverse wreath. A couple of pinpoint obverse flecks deny perfection. Of the five Cameo 1880 cents certified by NGC, this is the finest (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1208

1884 1C PR66 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. Rich rose-red adorns this gorgeous pinpoint-sharp Premium Gem. A minute planchet flake (as produced) on the cheek barely merits mention. Population: 31 in 66 Red, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1209

1884 1C PR67 Red PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. This high mintage date (3,942 pieces) is relatively easy to locate through Gem proof in all three color designations. PR66 coins are available with a little patient searching, while Superb Gems, such as this full Red example, are elusive. A delicate mix of orange-gold, greenish-yellow, and copper-gold invigorates its immaculately preserved surfaces. The design features are crisply impressed. Population: 10 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1210

1884 1C PR67 Red NGC. Proof Indian cents from the 1880s have elevated mintages and do show up with greater frequency that dates before or after them. But even if every single specimen (3,942 pieces) produced in 1884 survived today, the odds of locating one a nice as this piece would be extremely low. Both sides exhibit peerless, glassy surfaces with amazing, unmellowed golden-orange color. Census: 4 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1211

1884 1C PR67 Red PCGS. Orange-red and sun-gold illuminate this intricately struck Superb Gem. No marks are evident, and a strong loupe detects only inconsequential carbon. Spotted proof cents from the 1880s are readily obtained, but specimens of the present quality are unquestionably rare. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 10 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1212

1885 1C PR67 Brown PCGS. Both sides of this extraordinary Superb Gem have lost virtually all signs of mint red, but have been replaced by colorful lime-green and rose iridescence. Save for a few tiny flecks of carbon, the modestly reflective surfaces are essentially as struck. Outstanding overall eye appeal. Population: 8 in 67 Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1213

1885 1C PR68 Red and Brown PCGS. A spectacular, deeply mirrored proof. The surfaces are as technically perfect today as they were in 1885. The only difference between then and now is the presence of slight mellowing on the mostly copper-golden and magenta surfaces. Housed in an early PCGS holder with a green insert. Population: 2 in 68 Red and Brown, none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1214

1886 1C Type One PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. This piece has a bold strike that shows sharpness all the way up to the feather tips and on the L, but a bit of weakness is noted on the diamonds. The lustrous surfaces are appealing, with good field-device contrast and orange-brown coloration. Many Indian cent collectors are turning to Red and Brown pieces as the Red coins continue their march upward in price. Population: 2 in 67 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1215

1886 1C Type One PR65 Red NGC. This precisely struck Gem proof is flashy but also displays cartwheel sheen. Mostly orange-gold with ruby-red along the right obverse border and a few gray freckles on the reverse exergue. In a former generation holder. Census: 4 in 65 Red, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1216

1887 1C PR64 Red Cameo NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. A lovely peach and rose-gold Choice proof that benefits from a powerful strike and exemplary surfaces. Slight mellowing to gray is noted on the letters in ONE CENT.(Registry values: P4)

1217

1888 1C PR66 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Whereas many proof 1888 cents are marred by grease stains and/or incomplete definition, this Premium Gem is problem-free in all regards. We cannot even find a single mentionable contact mark, and the color is a deep, rich, crimson-red shade with deeply set olive undertones. A tiny fleck in the center of the obverse is noted for pedigree purposes. Housed in a green label holder. Combined NGC and PCGS population data report only four coins at the PR66 Red grade level, and none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1218

1891 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Ex: Childs Collection. Bright orange and lilac fields highlight the light tan motifs on this Premium Gem cent, and an attentive strike sharpens the design features. Nicely preserved throughout. The August 1999 Bowers and Merena catalog (lot 63) indicates that this coin is believed to have been purchased from the Mint by Walter H. Childs. Census: 4 in 66 Red and Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1219

1892 1C PR66 Red Cameo PCGS. Dazzling two-toned mirror surfaces show even golden-red over both sides; the only mentionable disturbances are a few isolated specks of carbon. The 1892 is one of the more frequently encountered dates from the 1890s and is often found well produced. However, surprisingly few specimens have received the Cameo designation. Population: 5 in 66 Red Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1220

1894 1C PR66 Red NGC. This radiant pumpkin-gold Premium Gem is needle-sharp, and the surfaces are exemplary aside from a fleck between the ER in AMERICA. A curly lintmark crosses the lower diamonds on the ribbon. Census: 5 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1221

1895 1C PR66 Red PCGS. Ex: Heathgate. Eagle Eye Photo Seal (card not included). A later striking as there is little of the "orange-peel" surface evident that is often seen on this issue. This is a deeply mirrored example that has even reddish coloration over each side--a well balanced coin from side-to-side with no obvious or distracting contact marks, just a tiny speck of carbon on the upper left obverse and a wispy lint mark on each side.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1222

1896 1C PR64 Red Cameo PCGS. An appealing coin that should see spirited bidding from fans of Cameo proof cents. Vibrant copper-orange surfaces show only a few disturbances, these including tiny flecks within the reverse wreath. Population: 4 in 64 Red Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1223

1898 1C PR67 Red NGC. Ex: Childs Collection. This razor-sharp Superb Gem is mostly orange-red, with glimpses of cherry-red along the right obverse border and a whisper of yellow-gold along the left obverse margin. Census: 2 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Walter H. Childs Collection (Bowers and Merena, 8/1999), lot 68.(Registry values: N2998)

1224

1899 1C PR66 Red PCGS. A glistening, full red proof example with a razor-sharp strike and no mentionable spots. Just one tiny mark is reported on Liberty's cheek, but it is hardly noticeable. Population: 22 in 66 Red, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1225

1899 1C PR67 Red PCGS. Variegated yellow-gold and crimson obverse coloration cedes to a yellow-green reverse with crimson accents. A well executed strike manifests itself in crisp delineation on the design elements. Both sides are wonderfully preserved. Population: 10 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1226

1901 1C PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. The obverse has nearly full red with just a hint of lilac toning, and the reverse has partial red mint color with lovely deep steel-blue, green, and violet toning. An attractive Superb Gem of exceptional desirability. Population: 7 in 67 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1227

1901 1C PR66 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Superb olive-gold patina with nice definition and deeply mirrored fields. The surfaces are free of significant imperfections and the overall appearance of the piece is stunning. Population: 20 in 66 Red, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1228

1901 1C PR67 Red PCGS. Luminous emerald-green and rich cherry-red surfaces characterize this amazingly preserved Indian cent. Exquisitely struck design elements complement these attributes to yield outstanding eye appeal. Full Red pieces are scarce, especially in this lofty numerical grade. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 7 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1229

1902 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. This is a spectacularly toned Indian cent for which the lackadaisical "Red and Brown" designation simply does no justice. Both sides boast delightful patina in shades of lemon and jade, with almond-tan high points and bounteous luster. The reverse adds a couple of areas of lilac. The sharp strike is a bonus. Population: 22 in 66 Red and Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1230

1902 1C PR66 Red Cameo PCGS. One could hardly improve upon the sparkling reflective qualities of this peerless specimen. Both sides are aglow with glassy brilliance and show a fair degree of contrast, accented in canary-yellow iridescence. Only three proof Indian cents from this year have been assigned both the PR66 Red and Cameo designations, all at PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

1231

1903 1C PR67 Red PCGS. A sensational Superb Gem proof, this piece exhibits deeply mirrored fields with gorgeous lime-green and lilac toning over the brilliant orange proof surfaces. Both sides have bold details as expected. A few tiny spots can only be seen with a glance. This is exceptional quality for the connoisseur. Population: 11 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1232

1905 1C PR66 Red PCGS. This is a later die state as it lacks the die finishing lines seen on early strikes. The fields are highly reflective and the obverse shows even, bright orange-red color, while the reverse displays the same coloration with a light accent of red around the margin. Population: 12 in 66 Red, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1233

1908 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. A decisively struck beauty most notable for its vibrant color, which ranges from lemon-gold to mahogany. Pleasingly preserved and delightful. Population: 10 in 66 Red and Brown, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

Lincoln Cents

1234

1907 Abraham Lincoln Bronze Plaque by Victor D. Brenner, AU50. Bronze, 180 mm x 240 mm x 8 mm. A half-length portrait of the martyred president faces right, with the upper coat and profile in a design that any beginning collector of classic Lincoln cents will instantly recognize. At the lower edge is ABRAHAM LINCOLN / ★ ★ 1809 ★ 1865 ★ ★ . Running up the right side is COPYRIGHT 1907 BY V.D. BRENNER (although the V looks like a Y) with an arrow pointing left inside a circle, and the date 1907. The plaque is hinged and hooked with metal attachments for desk or wall mounting.
Roger Burdette's recent Renaissance of American Coinage 1909-1915 depicts (page 30) a Lincoln commemorative desk medal produced by Gorham & Co. from models of Lincoln by Brenner. Burdette writes, "The immediate inspiration for this medallic portrait (and a 1907 rectangular plaquette) appears to be an 1864 photograph of President Lincoln taken in Matthew Brady's Washington, D.C. studio by assistant Anthony Berger. However, a letter written by Brenner and published in April 1, 1909 opens the possibility that the medalist also had in mind a portrait of the President reading to his son, Tad [photograph also on page 30]."
This example of the plaque shows a few scattered dark flecks but is otherwise appealing and nearly as made.

1235

1909-S VDB 1C XF40 ANACS. Semiglossy surfaces exhibit medium brown patination, along with nice detail on the design elements. Some light verdigris is noted, especially on the reverse.(Registry values: N991)

1236

1909-S VDB 1C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. Only a touch of friction is visible on the high points of this well struck piece. Green-tinged copper-orange surfaces are unduly bright from a past cleaning. Still, a desirable example of this first-year Lincoln cent key.(Registry values: N991)

1237

1909-S VDB 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. The glossy surfaces of this key date Lincoln display a veneer of golden-tan patina imbued with traces of violet. An exacting strike results in virtually complete definition on the design features, including the date, mintmark, initials, and grains and lines of the wheat stalks. A few minor marks on well preserved surfaces do not disturb. Indeed, this coin has great eye appeal for the designated grade.(Registry values: N991)

1238

1909-S VDB 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. Several areas of bright gold luster shows through the golden-tan patination, especially on the reverse. The design elements are well defined, including the date, mintmark, and VDB initials. Both sides are devoid of significant contacts or spots.(Registry values: N1793)

1239

1909-S VDB 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. Typically well struck for this key issue, and Victor D. Brenner's initials are bold along the lower reverse border. Vertical toning streaks create a woodgrain pattern on each side, which testifies to the originality of the piece. Nicely preserved and free of surface distractions.(Registry values: N1793)

1240

1909-S VDB 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. The 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent is perhaps the greatest "story coin" in American numismatics and the "Holy Grail" of the series. The present coin is an attractive specimen in what Q. David Bowers designates the Optimum Collecting Grade for this issue. The present coin is fully struck, and the surfaces exhibit lovely shades of crimson and gold color intermixed with the original mint-red.(Registry values: N1793)

1241

1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. A rich copper-orange and tan example of this key date Lincoln cent. Glowing surfaces display well struck design elements and are devoid of mentionable contacts. A few light flecks are not disturbing. A potential prize for the cent collector. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1242

1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. This sumptuous Gem has just barely crossed the border into Red and Brown territory, with brownish tinges only on some of the high points but much red remaining in the fields. The strike is bold, as usual for the issue. A small dark spot at the E in CENT is minor and undistracting. At the Gem Red and Brown level these pieces appear to be bargains compared to Red coins. PCGS has certified only 28 Red and Brown coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1243

1909-S VDB 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. Some browning is seen on the obverse but the reverse is primarily cherry-red. Close examination reveals light woodgrain streaking, a common surface characteristic on many cents from 1909. Well struck with no noticeable marks on either side. Glowing surfaces overall and a pleasing coin in all regards.(Registry values: N2998)

1244

1909-S VDB 1C MS64 Red PCGS. For the grade assigned, this is a spectacular example of the most popular Lincoln cent key, with fully brilliant and vibrant orange surfaces and sharp design details. Although a rather large population exists for this issue in Choice grades, few of its peers have such pristine surfaces.(Registry values: N1793)

1245

1909-S VDB 1C MS64 Red PCGS. The lustrous yellow-gold surfaces of this near-Gem exhibit a subtle greenish cast. A well directed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements, the sole exception being softness on the VDB initials. Minute light flecks are scattered over each side.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1246

1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. The yellow-gold surfaces of this Red Gem display subtle pale red and light green undertones. A well directed strike imparts strong definition to the design features, resulting in a crisp mintmark and VDB initials. A few minuscule flecks do not unduly disturb. An original collector's prize for the 100th anniversary of the denomination and the 200th anniversary of President Lincoln's birth in Kentucky.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1247

1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. The lowest mintage date of the series, and the stuff of dreams to all beginning collectors, the 1909-S VDB is a numismatic classic. The present coin is a desirable specimen, with a sharp strike and sparkling original surfaces. The important initials are plainly visible, with just a touch of softness at the tops of the letters. Overall visual appeal is outstanding.(Registry values: N1793)

1248

1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. This legendary Lincoln cent boasts a mintage of only 484,000 pieces. In the words of Q. David Bowers,"The ownership of a 1909-S V.D.B. cent in any grade is a badge of accomplishment." The present coin is fully struck, with the all-important initials quite clear. The surfaces are original mint red, with hints of yellow-orange in the fields. Overall eye appeal is excellent.(Registry values: N1793)

1249

1909-S VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. A boldly defined representative, the surfaces exhibiting satiny luster, beautiful orange-gold surfaces, and minimal carbon spots. The 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent is the most famous and desirable cent in the series, especially among noncollectors and the general public. This incredible Gem will grace any collection with its beauty.(Registry values: N1793)

1250

1909 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Despite a mintage that is more than 2-1/2 times greater than its VDB counterpart, this first-year Lincoln is scarcer in Gem and better grades. The present sharply struck orange-gold Superb Gem provides potent luster and undisturbed surfaces. Population: 54 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2006), lot 604.(Registry values: N491)

1251

1909 1C MS67 Red PCGS. The Lincoln cents of 1909 have been on fire recently, with the 200th anniversary of Lincoln's 1809 birth occurring in February and the 2009-dated centennial cents featuring scenes from Lincoln's life fanning the flames. Although no VDB designer's initials are present on this Superb Gem, series aficionados know that in MS67 Red this issue is actually much more elusive. This piece offers splendid appeal with an almond-gold obverse and fiery orange-red reverse. The mattelike surfaces are virtually flawless and spot-free. Population: 54 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

1252

1909-S 1C S Over Horizontal S MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. FS-1502, formerly FS-012.3. Dazzling mint luster illuminates this yellow-gold and pumpkin-orange Gem. Intricately struck and minimally abraded. A dramatic repunched mintmark variety from the initial year of this widely collected series.(Registry values: P2)

1253

1910 1C MS67 Red NGC. A boldly struck, slightly satiny Superb Gem that has unfaded pumpkin-orange surfaces. Sharply struck and displaying great eye appeal. Census: 14 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1254

1911-S 1C MS66 Red NGC. An amazing S-mint Lincoln cent, this piece exhibits smooth satin surfaces with brilliant orange mint luster. The strike is especially prominent on both sides with virtually full details. Only 15 Premium Gem 1911-S cents have been certified with full red color at NGC and PCGS. Neither service has graded a finer example. Census: 4 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1255

1912-D 1C MS65 Red PCGS. A lustrous and well struck cent with virtually unmarked surfaces. Great color enhances the eye appeal. Wispy carbon streaks are noted on the upper right obverse. A scarce issue at this level of preservation.(Registry values: N1793)

1256

1913-D 1C MS65 Red PCGS. A scarce issue at the Gem Red level, the 1913-D can usually be found in the lower grades with little trouble. This piece offers attractive orange-tan surfaces on both sides, with few marks and an extremely sharp strike. This piece shows what might be considered the "world's smallest clipped planchet error," with just the tiniest bite taken out of the rim at 4 o'clock when the next planchet in the strip was cut out. The coin is still completely round, however. An interesting piece.(Registry values: N1793)

1257

1914-D 1C AU55 PCGS. Boldly struck with smooth surfaces and even tobacco-brown coloration. The only mentionable mark on either side is a shallow nick that resides between the N in ONE and the N in CENT. Slight, even wear is noted on Lincoln's beard, hair, and ear. One of the most important key dates in the series.(Registry values: N991)

1258

1914-D 1C AU55 PCGS. This key date Lincoln cent has pleasing medium-brown color and nicely preserved, clean surfaces. Just a couple of small marks are noted in the upper left obverse field, and a couple more on the upper left reverse. This is an excellent fit for a high-grade circulated Lincoln set.(Registry values: N991)

1259

1914-D 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. Bits of muted mint red still cling near the peripheries to surfaces that are predominantly brown. While most 1914-D cents are well struck, this piece is produced from an obverse die showing considerable signs of fatigue. Die flow lines show at the rear of Lincoln's bust, and the high points are not as well brought up as normal. Otherwise this piece is still free of distractions and attractive. Population: 47 in 63 Brown, 48 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1260

1914-D 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Few issues in the Lincoln cent series garner the respect of the 1914-D. From a comparatively low mintage just under 1.2 million pieces and a reasonably low survival ratio, its scarcity in better Mint State grades is assured. The present Gem example is typically bold, with remnants of faded orange about the devices. Mattelike luster appears a bit more vibrant on the obverse.(Registry values: N4719)

1261

1914-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. The 1914-D key-date cent is rare in Mint State. This fully Red near-Gem displays copper-orange luster over both sides, and the design features are sharply impressed, including Lincoln's hair detail, an area often weak on this issue. Light flecks are scattered about, particularly on the reverse; these are found on nearly all examples (David Bowers, 2008).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1262

1914-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. Much closer to red than brown, although the right obverse has minor carbon. A good strike with characteristic blending on the O in ONE and the AM in AMERICA. A scarce low mintage issue. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1263

1914-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. A series semikey, the 1914-S is a difficult issue to find with Red surfaces at the higher Mint State grades. This near-Gem shows some strike weakness on the upper reverse on the O in ONE and much of the Latin motto. The surfaces are orange-red and show some minor flecks under a loupe. PCGS has certified only 35 Red coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1264

1915-S 1C MS65 Brown PCGS. The glossy surfaces of this Gem display a medley of golden-tan, sky-blue, and crimson patina and are nicely struck up. Both sides are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots. Population: 6 in 65 Brown, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1265

1916 1C MS67 Red PCGS. The obverse is straw-gold with deeper golden hues at the margins, but the reverse has a rich peach-red center and butterscotch borders. A lustrous and gorgeously preserved Superb Gem, unavailable any finer at either major service. Population: 34 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1266

1917 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The bright orange-gold luster of this Premium Gem is blushed with traces of mint-green. This is a solidly struck coin that exudes outstanding eye appeal.(Registry values: N491)

1267

1917 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-013. The date and TRUST are nicely die doubled on this scarce and popular Guide Book entry. Cherrypickers' states, "arguably the most sought after of the early Lincoln cent varieties. Grades as low as Good 4 are easily sold." Sharply struck and lustrous with a full red reverse. The obverse is one-third red and has moderate carbon.(Registry values: P2)

1268

1917-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. The uninitiated in the Lincoln cent series sometimes think the difficult mintmarked issues end around 1915-S. Series aficionados know better: The difficult coins extend well into the late teens and twenties. The 1917-S is elusive in full Red Mint State condition. This near-Gem offers a bold strike over sumptuous almond-tan surfaces that show few distractions. A small die crack appears on the top of the right wheat ear. Population: 58 in 64 Red, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1269

1917-S 1C MS65 Red ICG. While brown or red and brown 1917-S cents are usually available, fully red specimens are exceedingly scarce to rare, especially in Gem. This MS65 Red coin displays attractive copper-gold luster and crisply defined design elements. No visible marks are worthy of individual mention, and there is no spotting to report.(Registry values: N2998)

1270

1918-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. This yellow-gold near-Gem is unabraded and has occasional hints of lilac color. Sharply struck except for the O in ONE. This piece appears to either an uncentered broadstrike or a partial collar striking (the edge cannot be inspected for confirmation). The rim is unusually wide at 4 o'clock on the obverse, and opposite at 3 o'clock on the reverse. As a mint error, it may demand an additional premium on top of its desirability as a high-end branch mint cent. Population: 65 in 64 Red, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1271

1919 1C MS67 Red PCGS. The surfaces are nearly flawless on this Superb Gem early P-mint, and one will have to look long and hard to find any trace of carbon. The strike is full, with the whiskers on Lincoln completely defined and the top of the O in ONE crisp as well. The finely granular surfaces have bright copper-golden color. Population: 56 in 67 Red, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1272

1919-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Pale orange mint color and frosty luster are displayed on each side of this Choice Mint State coin. A few tiny carbon specks keep it from a higher grade. The issue is scarce at this grade level and rare any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

1273

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse--Corroded--ANACS. VF20 Details. FS-401, formerly FS-013.2. Die Pair 2. Several small gray spots affect the portrait and the peripheries. A thin mark is near the I in LIBERTY. The wheat ears exhibit pleasing definition.(Registry values: P2)

1274

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse AU58 PCGS. CAC. FS-401, formerly FS-013.2. Die Pair 2. A distinct woodgrain appearance is seen on both sides of this important key date specimen. Some collectors do not enjoy this visual effect, created by the semblance of variegated streaks in the toning of some copper coins, but many numismatists find this effect to be attractive, and a guarantee of originality. Boldly struck and free of distracting marks, with a somewhat muted appearance from the covering patina. Population: 41 in 58, 37 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1275

1922 No D 1C Weak Reverse MS60 Red and Brown PCGS. Die Pair 3, characterized by the weak second 2 in the date and the distended O in ONE. The strike is soft, as expected on this issue. About half the detail in the wheat stalks is missing on the reverse. Much original red color remains, with areas of lavender and golden-brown. Population: 2 in 60, 44 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1276

1924-D 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. A gorgeous Lincoln cent with subtly variegated lilac-brown and sea-green toning. Well struck and impressively preserved. Population: 24 in 65 Red and Brown, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1277

1925 1C MS67 Red NGC. Elegant peach and emerald accents visit the vibrant copper-orange surfaces of this Roaring Twenties cent. Uncommonly well defined for the issue with amazing eye appeal. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified a numerically finer Red example (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1278

1925-D 1C MS65 Red PCGS. A glistening high-end example of this tougher date. The strike is better than usually seen on this issue, with slight softness on the peripheries. The surfaces are original red, with a few hints of lavender in the fields. Q. David Bowers observes, "A gem that is sharply struck and having original mint color is a rara avis." Population: 40 in 65 Red, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1279

1925-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. The 1925-S is an extremely elusive issue in the higher Mint State grades in Red condition. The obverse of this near-Gem is attractive and well struck, with pretty orange-red coloration and no mentionable distractions. The reverse shows a small planchet lamination below AMERICA and some dark toning spots near the lower rim on each side. Population: 53 in 64 Red, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1280

1926-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. This low mintage issue (4.550 million pieces) is rare in Mint State, especially in the fully Red higher grades thereof. PCGS and NGC have certified a mere two Gems, and none finer. Copper-gold luster endows both sides of this near-Gem, each of which exhibits well struck design features. A few light handling marks preclude Gem status. Population: 67 in 64 Red, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1281

1927-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Ex: Jack Lee. This lustrous Gem possesses splendid light gold color, and the strike is above average, with only a trace of softness on the high points and the AM in AMERICA. The often mushy O in ONE is bold on the present piece. In fact, this coin is far sharper than the "usually miserable" strike that Dave Bowers describes. A couple of light marks near the shoulder, tiny tan reverse spots at 7 o'clock and on the E in CENT, and a faint reverse vertical mark at 6 o'clock are noted. Population: 16 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: The Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3098; Jack Lee Estate Lincoln Cent Registry Set (Heritage, 10/2008), lot 192.(Registry values: N2998)

1282

1928 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Rich orange-red hues dominate the fields of this sharply struck Superb Gem. The portrait is light olive. Outstanding luster sweeps across each side, but fails to locate any perceptible flaws. An exceptional example of this condition rarity. Population: 53 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1283

1933-D 1C MS67 Red NGC. A lovely Superb Gem with rich orange mint color and brilliant luster. Just the slightest mellowing appears over portions of each surface. Tied for the finest that NGC and PCGS have certified. Census: 39 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1284

1941 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS66 Red PCGS. DDO-1, FS-101, formerly FS-018. This variety and DDO-2 are the only Doubled Die Obverse 1941 cents that command a significant premium among specialists. Smooth and essentially carbon-free, both sides present full orange-red luster. The strike is sharp, and the obverse doubling is bold on some of the letters in LIBERTY and TRUST. There is also some minor doubling on the 4 in the date. DDO-1 lacks the die chip in the loop of the 9. Population: 14 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1285

1955 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Jack Lee. Well struck with blazing mint-red luster and exquisitely preserved, pristine surfaces. An interesting die crack (as struck) extends across Lincoln's temple, and another lies across his shoulder. An excellent candidate for a high-end Registry Set. Population: 13 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: The William Bickel Collection, Part One (Heritage, 7/2005), lot 5338.(Registry values: N991)

1286

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse--Cleaned--ANACS. Unc Details, Net XF45. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. A technically unworn survivor with the variety's signature profound doubling on the peripheral obverse devices. Pink-orange surfaces show hairlines and disturbed luster from a past cleaning, yet the piece retains considerable eye appeal.(Registry values: N1)

1287

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. This key date cent has been recolored to appear full red. The dusky orange color is inappropriate for its brief circulation. Slight friction is noted on Lincoln's hair, beard, cheekbone, and collar. Mark-free, although the reverse has a few tiny gray freckles.(Registry values: N991)

1288

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse--Altered Color--NCS. Unc Details. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. A well detailed example of this very popular overdate variety. A few small contact marks and scattered flyspecks are noted on each side. The coloration appears lighter-than-usual, for the issue, and is apparently the result of artificial toning.(Registry values: N991)

1289

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. The 1955 Doubled Die cent is undoubtedly the most famous doubled die variety of all time. From an estimated accidental mintage of 24,000 pieces, experts believe perhaps 3,000-4,000 examples survive in all grades. The present coin is an attractive example, sharply struck, with the dramatic doubling plainly visible. The surfaces are colored by intermixed shades of lavender, gold, and brown. Handling marks are minimal for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1290

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 Red PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. Copper-gold surfaces show occasional splashes of deep blue, especially on the obverse, and exhibit strongly struck design features. A couple of minuscule marks on each side keep the piece from Gem classification. While there are many examples available in the marketplace, precious few Gems are found with Red classification: NGC and PCGS have graded fewer than 25 Red specimens finer between them (3/09). Housed in a green-label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

1291

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 Red PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. The 1955 Doubled Die is perhaps the best-known error coin in all of U.S. numismatics. They were widely advertised on the backs of comic books and matchbooks in the late 1950s, and just about everyone with even a passing fancy in coin collecting is aware of this date's existence. It has essentially transcended the ranks of error coins and is today considered by many collectors as an essential issue among late-date Lincoln cents. Full red color is very difficult to find on this issue, primarily because of the way they were distributed in 1955. Many were found in cigarette packs as change and were subsequently handled by noncollectors. As a result, most are XF and AU and show some degree of discoloration. This lovely fully Red near-Gem coin has smooth surfaces and rich cherry-red color that is well balanced on each side. Close examination with a magnifier shows only the most insignificant abrasions and a few minute flecks. An exceptional example of this modern rarity. PCGS has seen only 18 pieces finer with the Red designation (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1292

1957 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Jack Lee. A flashy, rich red-orange tone is seen over the shimmering peach-gold surfaces. Each side is essentially perfect, as one would expect. More than 283 million pieces of this issue were struck. However, of that vast number, only five submissions have been PCGS certified at the MS67 Red grade level, with none finer (3/09).
Ex: The Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 346. Earlier from The Tom Mershon #2 All-Time PCGS Registry Set of Lincoln Wheat Cents (Heritage 5/2005), lot 5444.(Registry values: N491)

1293

1971 1C Doubled Die MS64 Red PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-031. Doubling evident on GOD, the date, and LIBERTY, with the strongest spread at the L. A fiery and delightful near-Gem struck from misaligned dies, a signature for the variety. Population: 12 in 64 Red, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1294

1971 1C Doubled Die MS65 Red PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-031. DDO #1. LIBERTY, GOD WE, and the date all show noticeable die doubling. A lustrous pumpkin-gold Gem with virtually mark-free surfaces. Sharply struck. The fields are heavily striated, as made from lapped dies. Population: 9 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

SMS Lincoln Cents

1295

1964 1C SMS MS65 Red PCGS. Numismatists love a good mystery, and the 1964 SMS sets certainly provide one. The sets first appeared publicly in Stack's auctions in 1993 and 1994, as far as we can tell. The prevailing view is that they originated in the estate of former Mint Director Eva Adams and were bought by coin dealer Lester Merkin.
Like all of the 1964 SMS coins this cataloger has examined, the present Lincoln cent displays an extremely sharp strike with high, squared-off rims, and heavy, haphazard die polishing, here more prominent on the obverse. The effect of the overall die preparation is a hurried appearance, as though these pieces, although clearly given special attention to, were never intended for any official or presentation purposes. The obverse left and right fields have extensive, heavy die polishing lines that run nearly from the lower rim to the peripheral legends at top. The color is brick-red, with a couple of brown flecks appearing under a loupe and some magenta on the high points. The strike is incisive: The viewer with a good loupe can count 18 full steps leading up to the Lincoln Memorial, all full and bold all the way across. For pedigree purposes, a single small dark spot appears directly behind Lincoln's head, with some other flecks in the field above BE in LIBERTY.
The current online PCGS Population Report shows a total of 22 1964 SMS Lincoln cents certified, ranging from three in MS64 Red and Brown to two in MS68 Red. The present MS65 Red piece is one of four at PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Lincoln Cents

1296

1910 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. The strike is razor-sharp, as to be expected from a matte proof, and the luminous olive and orange surfaces have rich satiny luster. Early Lincoln cent proofs are the unheralded keys to the series. Population: 15 in 66 Red and Brown, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1297

1910 1C PR66 Red NGC. The needle-sharp strike and high, squared-off rims attest to the proof status, as well as the full strike and mark-free surfaces. Both sides boast beautiful sunset-orange, chartreuse, and peach colors. The satiny, mattelike surfaces only have a few scattered carbon specks. Population: 10 in 66 Red, 2 finer (11/03).(Registry values: N1793)

1298

1911 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. One of the most appealing matte proof cents one could imagine for the Brown designation. Deep pumpkin-orange and chocolate shadings mingle in the centers, while the margins show elements of blue and lavender. PCGS has graded just six finer Brown pieces (2/09).(Registry values: N491)

1299

1912 1C PR63 Red and Brown NGC. A decisively detailed matte proof with an attractive blend of copper-orange, mahogany, and rose-violet patina across each side. Only a few minor disturbances in the fields preclude a finer designation.(Registry values: N491)

1300

1913 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. Sharply struck with elegant, immaculately preserved matte proof surfaces. Rich coloration is mostly rose and steel-blue on the obverse, streaky light-brown and amber on the reverse. Simply a gorgeous specimen. Population: 6 in 66 Brown, 0 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N991)

1301

1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Proofs from the early part of 1936 had the attractive Satin Finish found on this spectacular Premium Gem. The Mint switched to the familiar Brilliant style later in the year. The most often quoted estimate for the mintage of Type One proofs is 3,700 pieces. Whatever the original mintage, Satin Finish specimens are less available than their Type Two counterparts today. The present coin is sharply struck, with attractive accents of lavender toning on both sides. This specimen is the only coin certified in PR66 Red and Brown at NGC, with none finer, while PCGS has graded four coins in this grade, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1302

1937 1C PR65 Cameo PCGS. Rarely are 1936-1942 proofs found with any degree of cameo contrast, and that is especially so on the earlier dates. Setting aside the field-to-device contrast, the flashy orange-gold surfaces are essentially unabraded on this exquisitely struck Gem. A couple of tiny peripheral toning flecks are of little consequence. Population: 4 in 65 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1303

1937 1C PR67 ★ Red Cameo NGC. It is rare that any 1936-1942 proof coins are offered with cameo contrast, but it is astonishing that two Cameo 1937 cents are present in the same sale--and from two different consignors! The surfaces are unmellowed, deep red and the devices show significant contrasting mint frost on each side. The surfaces are otherwise essentially perfect.(Registry values: P2)

1304

1938 1C PR67 ★ Red NGC. Boldly struck and unabraded with exceptional eye-appeal. Apricot-gold throughout aside from a fleck southeast of the F in OF. It would be difficult to find a more desirable specimen. Census: 3 in 67 ★ Red, none finer with a Star designation (3/09).
Ex: Sounder Collection (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 390.(Registry values: N491)

1305

1939 1C PR67 Red NGC. A flashy example with lovely pumpkin-orange color over both sides. Perfect save for a solitary pinpoint fleck on the field near Lincoln's chin. Census: 27 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1306

1939 1C PR67 Red NGC. The pleasing deep-red luster shows occasional streaks of milky-white toning. Well preserved with hairline-free surfaces that also lack bothersome contact marks. Fully defined throughout. Census: 27 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1307

1939 1C PR67 Red NGC. An outstanding Superb Gem proof with brilliant orange mint color and deeply mirrored fields. The devices are similarly reflective and sharply detailed. Census: 27 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1308

1940 1C PR67 Red NGC. The gorgeous pumpkin-gold color is nearly perfect aside from a single pinpoint toning fleck on the left border of the right wheat ear. A well struck and imposing Superb Gem. Neither NGC or PCGS have certified a finer piece. Census: 6 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1309

1941 1C PR67 Red NGC. The fields are deeply mirrored on each side and the overall surfaces retain their original bright red color. Most 1936-1942 proof coinage is difficult to obtain in high grades, but the cents are especially challenging since the copper composition was reactive with any exposure to the atmosphere and subject to browning. This is an essentially perfect proof striking with intact mint color from the year of issue.(Registry values: N991)

1310

1942 1C PR66 Red Ultra Cameo NGC. Only the first few coins struck from a fresh pair of dies show cameo contrast on proofs produced from 1936 to 1942. This piece has immediate visual appeal because of its deeply mirrored fields and strong contrast, as well as the rich orange-red color. Impeccably preserved surfaces exhibit fully struck design elements, and show just a couple of minor grade-consistent marks. This is the finest Ultra Cameo 1942 cent certified by NGC (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Two Cent Pieces

1311

1864 2C Large Motto PR64 Red NGC. An unknown, but small number of proofs were struck in 1864 of the new two cent piece. Breen states that at least 100 pieces were produced for inclusion in proof sets for that year, but "others were doubtless made for sale separately from the sets." This is an amazingly bright, full red example that shows deeply reflective fields. While not acknowledged by NGC, the devices are also frosted and present a moderate cameo contrast on each side. A splendid proof striking of this first year of issue.(Registry values: N1793)

1312

1865 2C PR65 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. Plain 5. This handsome Gem is approximately evenly divided between orange-gold and violet-red, with the latter color most prominent on the lower reverse. Boldly struck and undisturbed by contact or carbon.(Registry values: N991)

1313

1866 2C PR66 Red NGC. Only 725 or so proofs were struck of this issue, and clearly very few of the surviving examples are of the quality presented here. In fact, only five pieces have received the PR66 Red designation from NGC and PCGS, and none are finer (3/09). This is an enchanting coin that retains the original full, bright, orange-red color the coin had in 1866 with just a hint of olive intermixed. The design elements are razor sharp. Virtually perfect surfaces, the only flaw we see is a small planchet flake out of the left obverse field near the rim at the 9 o'clock position. Census: 3 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1314

1867 2C PR65 Red NGC. The surfaces are undiminished by the passage of time, with complete mint red present on each side. This coin's only concession to the past 134 years is several tiny specks of carbon. The fields are bright and flash with full proof brilliance. Census: 21 in 65 Red, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1315

1870 2C PR65 Red PCGS. A fully brilliant Gem proof with bright orange mint color and deeply mirrored fields around slightly lustrous devices, although little contrast is visible. Few finer examples of this issue survive. The same can be said for most or all proof two cent pieces, as those with fully brilliant mint color are elusive. Population: 37 in 65 Red, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1316

1870 2C PR66 Red NGC. CAC. A canary-gold Premium Gem that boasts an exacting strike and unabraded surfaces. A spindly lint mark passes through the left arrowhead and serves as an identifier. Minor peripheral carbon is all that limits the grade. Census: 12 in 66 Red, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2008), lot 309.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1317

1872 2C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. 1872 was near the end of the line for the two cent piece, and only 65,000 business strikes were coined. Fortunately for collectors, nice proofs are available from the low proof mintage of 950+ pieces. Well struck and flashy with sun-gold and cherry-red shades. Housed in a prior generation holder.(Registry values: N991)

1318

1872 2C PR65 Red PCGS. The luminous surfaces of this Gem proof display copper-gold coloration imbued with hints of crimson on the obverse, ceding to a brassy-gold reverse with purple accents. The sharply struck design elements stand out amidst the reflective fields. A few light obverse toning spots do not detract. Population: 36 in 65 Red, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1319

1873 2C Closed 3 PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. The last year of the two cent denomination, the Closed 3 coins were a proof-only issue, and it is generally believed, following the lead of Walter Breen, that the Open 3 coins were later restrikes. This Closed 3 example offers much contrast between orange-red fields and brownish devices, with lots of eye appeal. Population: 79 in 65 Red and Brown, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Three Cent Silver

1320

1851 3CS MS66 PCGS. Pale silver-gray and peach shadings dominate each side, with the toning on the reverse slightly deeper. A shining first-year Premium Gem that offers incredible eye appeal. PCGS has graded just 11 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1321

1851-O 3CS MS65 NGC. CAC. The only branch mint three cent silver piece, this lovely Gem is an excellent representative of the New Orleans issue. Both sides have lovely gold and iridescent toning over frosty luster. The central obverse is a little weak, but the quality of the surfaces makes up for that shortcoming. Census: 53 in 65, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1322

1851-O 3CS MS66 PCGS. CAC. A charming frosty Premium Gem example of the only branch mint issue of this odd denomination. The obverse has some tinges of gold, while the reverse has some pinkish-charcoal patina. Sharply struck and pleasing. Population: 12 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1323

1852 3CS MS66 PCGS. Much better struck than the average specimen of any date, with surfaces that are entirely free of die clash marks and abrasions. Untoned and highly lustrous; definitely an impressive piece of three cent silver. Population: 79 in 66, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1324

1853 3CS MS66 NGC. Dappled gold-tan and cream-gray toning embraces this thoroughly lustrous and reasonably struck Premium Gem. A high mintage date, but few have survived with such undisturbed surfaces. Census: 33 in 66, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1325

1853 3CS MS67 PCGS. CAC. Booming luster swirls about this originally toned russet-gold, forest-green, ruby-red, and stone-gray Superb Gem. Both sides appear unabraded. The strike is precise save for a few typically impressed stars. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1326

1854 3CS MS65 PCGS. CAC. Precisely struck and satiny with rich original russet-brown and aquamarine toning. Magnificently preserved, and much lower in mintage than preceding dates. Faintly clashed near the top of the star. Population: 42 in 65, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1327

1855 3CS MS65 PCGS. Cream-gray patination takes on occasional splashes of sky-blue, lavender and tan, and an impressive strike delivers sharp delineation to the design features. Clash marks are visible on both sides, with the imprint of the shield especially strong in the central reverse. Lustrous surfaces are nicely preserved. Population: 10 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1328

1858 3CS MS64 NGC. Deep olive and golden-brown toning blankets each side of this typically struck, carefully preserved near-Gem. There are a few faint die striations (as struck) in the fields. NGC has graded 71 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1329

1858 3CS MS66 PCGS. CAC. This is an interesting example of the scarce Type Two three cent silver coinage, showing bold clash marks on both sides. This piece also shows a small planchet lamination to the right of the date, as made. Pinkish-gold patina predominates, and the strike is better than normal for this strike-challenged issue. Population: 29 in 66, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Three Cent Silver

1330

1854 3CS PR64 PCGS. CAC. The first year of issue for the modified three cent silver design, 1854 is also the first year where proofs are occasionally seen, although it would still be a few years until the 1858 proofs were distributed more widely. The centers are blue and russet, surrounded by deep champagne and iridescent toning. Population: 8 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1331

1863 3CS PR67 NGC. The obverse field and devices are brilliant, although the border exhibits shades of golden-tan, sky-blue, and plum-red. The star and shield display notable cameo contrast with the glittering field. The reverse lacks contrast due to its rich apple-green and olive-gold patina. Crisply struck and desirable. Just 460 proofs were struck. Census: 6 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1332

1864 3CS PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. A gorgeous Civil War-era specimen that combines outstanding contrast with equally high levels of preservation and eye appeal. A thin veil of green-gold patina drapes frosted devices and mirrored fields alike, with slight deepening toward silver-gray at the margins. Census: 3 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1333

1867 3CS PR64 Cameo PCGS. Stunning field-motif contrast greets the observer of this near-Gem. The design elements are exquisitely struck. A few faint hairlines in the fields visible under magnification preclude Gem status. Population: 12 in 64 Cameo, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1334

1869 3CS PR67 NGC. Easily one of the best-preserved survivors from this later issue of just 600 proofs. Elegant aqua and green-gold shadings drape the deep mirrors, while the central devices display soft, dusky violet accents. Exquisitely detailed with impressive technical preservation and powerful eye appeal. Census: 8 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1335

1871 3CS PR66 NGC. Beautifully toned with a ring of gunmetal blue toning at the margins that shades into a deep bluish-purple, which gradually fades into low-intensity reddish-orange at the centers. The design elements are boldly impressed, and the surfaces are essentially devoid of significant marks. Census: 19 in 66, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1336

1871 3CS PR67 NGC. The introduction of the three cent nickel was the beginning of the three cent silver's slow demise. While business strike production dwindled through the later Civil War and Reconstruction years, with many examples melted in 1873, proofs remained popular with collectors, and a handful of sublimely beautiful specimens have survived to the present day. This is one such piece, decisively struck with dappled green-gold and aqua patina that drapes each side. Even under magnification, the impressively preserved surfaces show only a handful of trivial faults. NGC has graded only one numerically finer representative, as of (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1337

1872 3CS PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. This highly reflective silver proof shows a tiny planchet lamination on the obverse just below the AT in STATES, and a loupe also reveals a few minuscule ticks that account for the grade. But the silver-white, gold-ringed surfaces offer plenty of glittering appeal, along with a bold strike. Population: 1 in 64 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1338

1873 3CS PR64 PCGS. Attractive, original toning blankets each side, in mingled shades of olive, steel-green and russet-orange. Mild prooflikeness is noted in the fields, beneath the patina. Sharply struck with a few small handling marks that limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1339

1873 3CS PR65 NGC. Rich amber-gold and steel-blue patina covers portions of each side, with silver-white in the remaining areas. This is a boldly struck and pleasing piece that would attain an even finer grade except for a thin scrape through the denomination on the reverse, scarcely visible without a loupe. Census: 64 in 65, 31 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1340

1873 3CS PR66 PCGS. Rich apple-green and steel-gray patina embraces this precisely struck and unblemished Premium Gem. This proof-only date closed out the series with a small emission of 600 pieces, although the denomination continued in copper-nickel format until an 1889 housecleaning. Housed in a first generation holder. Population: 10 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Three Cent Nickels

1341

1880 3CN MS66 PCGS. CAC. This impressive three cent nickel is well struck and immaculately preserved. Each side is draped with gunmetal-blue and caramel-gold patina. A low mintage date, especially when compared with its 1881 successor. Population: 50 in 66, 32 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1342

1889 3CN MS67 NGC. Nickel-gray patination bathes both sides of this lustrous Superb Gem, each of which is impeccably preserved. Sharply struck, including all lines in the III, though some minor softness is noted on the upper crossbars of that denomination. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Three Cent Nickels

1343

1865 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. Breen-2412, Doubled Date. Traces of an underlying 1865 are plain to the left of the final digits. According to the Breen Complete Encyclopedia, more than 90% of proofs are from this die. The silver-gray surfaces are essentially pristine, with good field-device contrast and an attractive overall appearance. Some radial die lines appear through STA under a loupe, along with a few minor flecks. Population: 7 in 64 Cameo, 44 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1344

1865 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. The date is widely repunched. The year 1865 was the first date of issue for the three cent nickel, and a small proof mintage of only 400+ coins was achieved. Today the issue is quite scarce at the Gem level. The present coin is sharply struck, with reflective fields and a high degree of contrast, culminating in the Cameo designation. Attractive hints of green, golden-brown, and lilac accent the surfaces.(Registry values: N4719)

1345

1866 3CN PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. This powerfully struck Premium Gem exhibits light golden toning, but the distinction between the glassy fields and the frosted motifs is nonetheless exceptional. Unabraded and virtually carbon-free. Only 725+ proofs were struck. Population: 6 in 66 Deep Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1346

1867 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. Razor-sharp striking details and fully reflective fields are seen on this lightly toned, seemingly pristine Premium Gem. The devices on both sides are lustrous, but with sufficient frost to create sizable cameo contrast. Tied for the finest Cameo example certified by PCGS (2/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1347

1867 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. Excellent field-device contrast appears on the silver-white surfaces, which show good eye appeal and a bold strike, with the sole exception of the central column in the III denomination. A tiny lint mark appears near the obverse rim at 1 o'clock. From a proof mintage estimated at 625 coins. Census: 24 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1348

1871 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. The 1871 three cent piece boasts a proof mintage of 960 pieces. This proof issue is under some pressure from date collectors because of the relatively small business strike mintage. The present coin has untoned, silver-white surfaces that are highly mirrored, with lightly frosted devices that produce a pleasing Cameo effect. As expected from the Premium Gem designation, there are few abrasions or distractions of any kind. Population: 4 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1349

1873 3CN Closed 3 PR67 NGC. CAC. This Superb Gem proof three cent nickel is sharply struck and exquisitely preserved. Both sides display mark-free, mildly reflective, beautifully toned surfaces, showing a pleasing mix of sea-green, beige-gray, and apricot toning. Outstanding technical quality and aesthetic appeal. Census: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1350

1877 3CN PR65 PCGS. CAC. The 1877 is the scarcest of the three proof-only dates within the three cent nickel series. Only 510 proof sets were sold in 1877, although the actual mintage is somewhat higher since collectors of the day could purchase individual denominations. This well struck Gem is bathed in dove-gray, and lacks any evidence of either carbon or contact.(Registry values: N1793)

1351

1878 3CN PR67 NGC. A gorgeous Superb Gem example of this popular proof-only issue, well-defined with ample green-gold toning over otherwise nickel-gray surfaces. Carefully preserved and delightful. Census: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1352

1879 3CN PR68 ★ NGC. This amazing specimen displays razor-sharp striking definition throughout, and slight incompleteness on a few of the lower reverse design elements is merely the result of die polish. The untoned silver-gray surfaces are flashy and pristine, with glassy reflectivity in the fields and intense mint frost on the devices. A great proof example that is the only PR68 ★ coin at NGC, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1353

1880 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. This is an interesting issue that shows a leftover reverse from 1879 with considerable fragmentation of the lower leaves on the reverse, and the upper loops of the 8s in the date are partially filled. This silver-white piece shows good field-device contrast, but there is some charcoal-gray darkening on those upper loops. A small planchet lamination on the high point of Liberty's hair is as made. Census: 4 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1354

1882 3CN PR67 ★ NGC. A delightful piece which is one of the most attractive proof three cent nickels that we have ever examined. Crisply struck and pristine, with delicate rainbow toning on both sides in shades of rose, bright-green and gold. Census: 5 in 67 ★ , 0 finer with the ★ (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1355

1882 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Proof three cent nickels frequently suffer from a rather drab appearance, with little or no reflectivity in the fields. Such is not the case with this impressive specimen, which shows great proof luster and noteworthy field-to-device contrast on both sides. Expertly preserved and free of any marks or hairlines. Population: 55 in 67 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1356

1885 3CN PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. The few surviving business strikes of the 1885 three cent nickel put extra pressure on the proof mintage. A few flecks of charcoal patina appear under a loupe, but the surfaces otherwise are pleasing silver-white, with good eye appeal and intense contrast between the fields and devices. This is a boldly struck and lovely piece, nearly the finest certified. Census: 1 in 66 Ultra Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1357

1886 3CN PR68 PCGS. CAC. Ex: J E U. The 1886 three cent nickel boasts a proof-only mintage of 4,290 pieces. Only four examples have been certified at NGC and PCGS combined at the PR68 level, with none finer (3/09). The present coin is an absolutely stunning example, with a razor-sharp strike, and delightful hints of gold and lilac toning on the unblemished surfaces. The overwhelming visual appeal is confirmed by the CAC sticker.(Registry values: N2998)

1358

1886 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. This charming specimen is tied for numerically finest among Cameo pieces graded by NGC or PCGS (3/09). Gleaming surfaces are minimally toned, though the luster is more cartwheel than reflective. Nonetheless, the sharp strike on the devices and the remarkable preservation on each side attest to the piece's proof status.(Registry values: N1793)

1359

1887/6 3CN PR67 PCGS. CAC. Ex: J E U. From a proof mintage of 2,960 pieces, the 1887/6 three cent nickel enjoys great popularity as a "naked eye" overdate. The present coin is a virtually unimprovable specimen, with a sharp strike and unblemished fields. Light shades of lilac toning grace the surfaces and add to the already considerable eye appeal. Only seven coins have been certified at the Superb Gem level by the two leading grading services combined, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1360

1889 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. Whispers of light gold-orange patina run over both sides of this lovely Superb Gem. Sharply struck, frosted devices stand out amidst reflective fields, and impeccably preserved surfaces are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots. Census: 10 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Shield Nickels

1361

1866 5C Rays MS65 NGC. An impressive first-year Shield nickel with reflective, satiny fields and frosty devices. Both sides are brilliant with wispy champagne toning over light gray surfaces. NGC has only certified 25 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1362

1866 5C Rays MS65 PCGS. The surfaces of this attractive first-year Gem exhibit delicate peach and gold patina over each side. Pleasingly detailed and carefully preserved. PCGS has only certified 27 finer examples.(Registry values: N2998)

1363

1866 5C Rays MS66 PCGS. CAC. Apricot, powder-blue, and rose toning adorns this lustrous and fully struck Premium Gem. Gorgeously patinated and unabraded. The Rays subtype was only struck for two years. The rays were removed in 1867 in an attempt to increase die life. Population: 27 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1364

1867 5C Rays MS65 NGC. A pleasing silver-gray Gem of this popular type issue, with a frosty appearance and essentially no distractions save for a somewhat soft strike through the centers. Numerous die cracks appear, more prominently on the obverse, the product of die fatigue. Census: 52 in 65, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1365

1868 5C MS66 PCGS. Unusually well-defined with impressively preserved surfaces that display golden-tan color on the obverse and steel-gray toning on the reverse. A few wispy die striations (as struck) are present on the reverse, but the coin is carefully preserved overall. Population: 25 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1366

1869 5C MS66 PCGS. A surprisingly challenging issue in high grades, with PCGS grading no examples finer than the one presented here. The strike is strong and the surfaces display a bright, satiny sheen, with no flaws worthy of singular mention. Worth a close look and a premium bid. Population: 10 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1367

1870 5C MS66 NGC. Gem Mint State examples of most Shield nickels are rare, and this date is no exception. As a Premium Gem, this specimen has only a few peers, with just one coin in a higher grade found in the combined NGC/PCGS certified population (3/09). Both sides have faint champagne toning. The well preserved surfaces are satiny and lustrous, and the devices are sharply defined with only slight peripheral weakness.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1368

1871 5C MS65 NGC. The skimpy mintage of the 1871 Shield nickel was only 561,000 coins, and few Gems survive today. This fortunate example boasts pinkish-gold patina over problem-free surfaces that show considerable field-device contrast. An attractive coin for this seldom-seen issue. Census: 20 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1369

1871 5C MS66 PCGS. Light grayish-tan surfaces are accented with splashes of faint rose and mint-green on the reverse. Satiny luster invigorates both sides, each of which exhibits sharply struck design features. This impeccably preserved piece reveals no mentionable contact marks or spots. Population: 8 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1370

1873 5C Open 3 MS65 PCGS. CAC. With a mintage nearly nine times that of its Closed 3 counterpart, the 1873 Open 3 Shield nickel is substantially more available across the vast majority of grades. At the Gem level, however, both varieties are highly elusive. Pale nickel-green shadings visit the margins of this well struck example, while the reverse offers a hint of rose toning. Population: 27 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1371

1873 5C Open 3 MS66 PCGS. CAC. This is a fabulous Premium Gem Open 3 Shield nickel. Both sides are awash in bright luster and display untoned surfaces that have been well cared for. A powerful strike emboldens the design elements, including complete separation in the horizontal and vertical lines of the shield and in the star radials. David Bowers (2006) writes of the 1873 that: " ... choice and gem mint state coins are very elusive. When located, the problems of striking and eye appeal arise. In short, finding a nice specimen ... will be a challenge." As we have seen, the current example does not fit the profile alluded to by Bowers. Population: 6 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1372

1875 5C MS65 NGC. A bit softly struck on the obverse, where several spindly die cracks are noted. Lovely gray-green toning adorns each side, and surface blemishes are nonexistent. Quite an attractive Gem example overall. Census: 26 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1373

1879 5C MS67 NGC. More or less concentric rings of pastel apple-green, violet, orange, and lilac grace the obverse of this Superb Gem, while swaths of the same color palette occupy the reverse. Radiantly lustrous, impeccably preserved surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1374

1882 5C MS66 PCGS. An amazingly bright, radiant, essentially untoned example. Sharply struck with immaculately preserved surfaces. Population: 70 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Shield Nickels

1375

1866 5C Rays PR66 PCGS. The uniformly sharp design elements of this Premium Gem proof offer modest variance with the reflective fields at certain angles. Champagne-gold patination resides on both sides, accented with occasional wisps of violet-blue. Devoid of significant contacts or spots. Population: 42 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1376

1866 5C Rays PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. This is a pleasing Premium Gem proof with attractive nickel-gray surfaces and virtually no distractions. The fields are well mirrored, providing excellent contrast with the frosty device high points. The proof mintage is estimated to be 600 pieces. Population: 28 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1377

1867 5C No Rays PR65 Cameo PCGS. Reverse IIa, as indicated by a star point between A and M of AMERICA. Fully struck with lovely light toning, this remarkable specimen displays impeccably preserved surfaces that are nearly pristine. Both sides show a mild, yet distinct cameo effect. Population: 29 in 65 Cameo, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1378

1867 5C No Rays PR65 Cameo PCGS. Reverse IIa. With an estimated proof mintage of 600 pieces, the 1867 No Rays Shield nickel is a rare coin at the Gem proof level. This specimen features a definitive strike and reflective fields, culminating in the coveted Cameo designation. A die line is visible in the left obverse field, near the arrowhead. A few wisps of gold and lilac accent the brilliant surfaces. Population: 29 in 65 Cameo, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1379

1868 5C PR66 Cameo NGC. 1868 proof Cameos are elusive in Premium Gem, and are virtually impossible to locate in a higher grade. An exacting strike imparts crisp delineation to the design features, which stand out against the mirrored fields. Both sides are essentially untoned and well preserved. Census: 13 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1380

1872 5C PR66 NGC. Lightly toned over each side in speckled beige-gold. The fields display bright reflectivity, highlighting the devices at certain angles. Sharply struck except on the upper horizontal shield lines. Devoid of mentionable marks or spots. Census: 44 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1381

1874 5C PR66 PCGS. CAC. The 4 in the date is lightly repunched. Boldly detailed save for one of the stars. Satiny and nearly untoned. Only a few inconsequential carbon flecks from Superb quality. Encased in a green label holder. Population: 35 in 66, 7 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2005), lot 1599, which realized $1,610.(Registry values: N1793)

1382

1875 5C PR66 Cameo NGC. CAC. Delicate caramel-gold toning enriches this flashy and pinpoint-sharp Premium Gem. Only microscopic carbon precludes an even finer grade. Just 700+ proofs were struck, a mintage much lower than the post-1877 proofs. Census: 10 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1383

1876 5C PR65 Cameo NGC. A deeply mirrored, predominantly nickel-gray Cameo Gem that is fully struck with moderately contrasting, frosted devices. A couple of tiny toning specks are present at the obverse margins. Census: 17 in 65 Cameo, 29 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1384

1878 5C PR67 NGC. Unlike many examples of this proof-only issue, the present piece has fully and deeply mirrored fields and actually looks like a proof. Perhaps 80% or more of the surviving 1878 Shield nickels have little or no reflectivity. This brilliant nickel-gray piece has faint champagne toning on the reverse. Census: 21 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1385

1878 5C PR67 Cameo NGC. A boldly impressed and pleasingly contrasted survivor of this popular proof-only issue, carefully preserved and delicately toned with periwinkle-blue outer shadings around pastel-yellow centers. This Superb Gem offers incredible eye appeal. Census: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

1386

1879/8 5C PR67 PCGS. Breen-2514, "very scarce." An absolutely exquisite example of this popular overdate variety, listed both in Breen and the Guide Book. Fully struck and virtually pristine, with untoned surfaces that are impeccably preserved. Population: 24 in 67, 7 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1387

1880 5C PR67 NGC. Boldly defined with light gray surfaces, mirrored fields, and lustrous devices, creating a light cameo appearance. The date is scarce and business strikes are extremely rare, adding demand for the surviving proofs. Census: 31 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1388

1881 5C PR67 PCGS. A Superb Gem proof with sharply struck obverse and reverse details. The surfaces have attractive blue-gray color with accents of pale gold and lilac toning. This example is tied for the finest certified by PCGS. Population: 23 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1389

1883 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC. This piece has bold definition on all the design elements and the bright reflectivity in the fields serves to enhance and enliven the light, pastel iridescence seen on each side. A gorgeous specimen from the final year of the design. Population: 20 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Liberty Nickels

1390

1883 5C No Cents MS67 NGC. An attractive example of this one-year type coin, essentially untoned with strong luster. A solid strike leaves exquisite definition on the design elements, save for the usual minor softness in the corn ear left of the bow knot. Both sides are impeccably preserved. A few spidery die cracks link the stars. Census: 48 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1391

1883 5C No Cents MS67 NGC. The nickel-gray surfaces of this Superb Gem exhibit sharply struck devices and are exquisitely preserved. Partially prooflike fields set off the frosty design features. Census: 49 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1392

1884 5C MS66 NGC. This lustrous and essentially unabraded Premium Gem is lightly toned in chestnut-gold tints. Striking softness shows only on stars 1 and 2 and the left ear of corn. The 8s in the date are broadly recut within the loops. Slight traces of apparent PVC are noted near the fourth star and the D in UNITED. Census: 13 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1393

1885 5C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Baxi. Well struck throughout, with gleaming luster and lovely, even olive-rose toning. Several spindly die cracks (as struck) are seen on the two sides, but the otherwise flawless surfaces seem impeccably preserved and entirely free of post-striking distractions. The 1885 is the key issue to the Liberty nickel series, and as such is a date always in demand by collectors. It is relatively obtainable as a proof, but unquestioned business strikes are very elusive, and full Gem examples are especially desirable. Population: 40 in 65, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1394

1887 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Baxi. Formidable luster and original dusky golden-gray toning embrace this unabraded Premium Gem. There is moderate softness on the left ear of corn, as usual for business strikes of the type. A great candidate for Registry Set collectors, as this piece is tied for the finest certified by either NGC or PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1395

1888 5C MS66 NGC. Glowing luster exudes from satin-like surfaces bathed in low to medium intensity orange-gold, violet, and sky-blue patination. This sharply struck specimen has been lovingly cared for. Census: 12 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1396

1889 5C MS67 NGC. A thoroughly lustrous Superb Gem with exquisitely dappled golden-tan and powder-blue toning. Well struck and essentially immaculate. The 1889 is available in Uncirculated condition, but examples in this lofty state are far more elusive. NGC has graded just three such coins with none numerically finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1397

1891 5C MS66 NGC. Stone-gray, almond-gold, and olive-green enrich this lustrous and exactingly struck Premium Gem. Marks are nearly absent, and the quality is practically unsurpassable. Surprisingly affordable despite its condition rarity. Census: 14 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1398

1892 5C MS66 PCGS. Wisps of almond-gold patina invigorate this highly lustrous and well impressed Premium Gem. A lower mintage date, and desirable when located with such immaculate fields. Only the portrait shows any evidence of surface imperfections. Population: 15 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1399

1894 5C MS66 NGC. Mint State 1894 nickels are scarce, and the higher levels thereof are rare. The lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem display pastel gold-orange and powder-blue patina. Some localized strike weakness is noted, which is characteristic of this issue. Devoid of significant contacts or spots. Census: 15 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1400

1894 5C MS67 NGC. The 1894's business strike mintage of 5,410,500 pieces is among the lowest for the Liberty Head nickel series. Scintillating luster and original apricot and salmon-pink toning adorn both sides of this magnificently preserved Superb Gem piece. Precisely struck save for the first two stars, a substantially above-average level of definition. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1401

1896 5C MS66 NGC. This high-grade example has blazing luster and moderate powder-blue and olive toning. The left ear of corn and the uppermost star are incompletely brought up, but the overall strike is good. Thorough evaluation beneath a powerful loupe will find only the infrequent and inconsequential luster graze. The 1896 has a mintage of less than 9 million pieces, low by the standards of later issues. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1402

1897 5C Repunched Date MS64 PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-014.48. Doubling is most prominent on the 7 but is visible on other digits as well. Softly struck on the stars and left wreath, but the remaining design elements are sharp. Lustrous green-gold and nickel-gray surfaces are nicely preserved. The lone example of this variety certified as such by PCGS (3/09).

1403

1897 5C MS66 PCGS. Vibrant, sweeping luster dominates this faintly toned and sharply impressed Premium Gem. Even the left ear of corn has exemplary detail. Thorough evaluation locates only inconsequential contact. Population: 11 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 7/2006), lot 360, which realized $5,175.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1404

1898 5C MS66 PCGS. Potent luster radiates from light chestnut-gold surfaces, and an attentive strike brings out sharp definition on the design elements, except for softness in the first two stars. A few minor grazes are unimportant to the overall eye appeal. Population: 18 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1405

1899 5C MS66 PCGS. Well-defined for this turn-of-the-century issue, particularly on the obverse stars. Light nickel-gray surfaces overall with pleasing luster and a splash of peach at the right reverse. Population: 49 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1406

1901 5C MS66 PCGS. Boldly detailed everywhere except the ear of corn left of the ribbon, an area of invariable weakness. Both sides have brilliant and frosty luster beneath light gold toning. An attractive and highly desirable Premium Gem. Population: 41 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1407

1902 5C MS67 NGC. CAC. With a razor-sharp strike and pleasing cartwheel luster effects, this Superb Gem combines superlative technical merit and extraordinary visual appeal. The wonderfully smooth fields show an almost mattelike texture on the obverse. A minimally marked and incredibly important coin. Census: 3 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1408

1903 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Light golden toning graces each side of this thoroughly lustrous Premium Gem. Carefully preserved with excellent overall definition for this early 20th century issue. Population: 75 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1409

1903 5C MS67 NGC. Solid definition seemingly everywhere but the lower left wreath, which shows an ill-defined ear of corn. Still, this is a trivial fault on an otherwise breathtaking Superb Gem, carefully preserved with just a ghost of gold-orange patina lingering in the fields. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1410

1904 5C MS67 ★ NGC. Unbelievably intense luster radiates from pristine surfaces. A few of the design elements are softly struck, as is usual for this issue, but the marvelous gold-orange and peach patina across each side is redeeming. A top-flight Superb Gem. Excluding the Star designation, Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1411

1905 5C MS66 PCGS. Despite a mintage that approaches 30 million pieces, the 1905 nickel offered here is among the finest certified by PCGS. Well-defined in the centers with hints of gold against the highly lustrous, well preserved surfaces. Population: 65 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1412

1906 5C MS66 PCGS. A well struck Premium Gem with gorgeous golden-tan toning that deepens slightly toward the border areas. There is a small curving mark at the center of the reverse, while the obverse is seemingly pristine. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified a numerically finer representative (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1413

1907 5C MS66 PCGS. A subtly lustrous and carefully preserved century-old piece, highly appealing with waves of aqua, peach, and emerald patina over each side. Well struck overall with softness noted on the stars and the lower wreath. Population: 27 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1414

1908 5C MS66 PCGS. This lovely Premium Gem features dynamic luster and an impressive strike. The strike is exacting, particularly on the wreath elements left of the bowknot. Light shades of lavender, ice-blue, and gold rest on the remarkably clean surfaces. Population: 13 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2008), lot 685, which realized $10,925.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1415

1908 5C MS66 NGC. Lustrous and well struck with variegated steel-blue, gold, and apricot-red colors, and clean fields. There is a small planchet flake (as struck) on Liberty's chin, and a tiny mark near the corner of her mouth. Although not a rare issue in middle Mint State grades, the 1908 becomes decidedly challenging as a Premium Gem. Census: 7 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1416

1909 5C MS66 PCGS. This conditionally rare Premium Gem displays stunning luster and remarkably well struck design elements. Essentially untoned, both sides of the piece are distraction-free, and surface marks of any kind are virtually nonexistent. Neither of the major grading services has certified a higher graded example of this lower mintage date. Population: 22 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1417

1909 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. The 1909 is the lowest-mintage Philadelphia Liberty nickel of the 20th century, though it does not become a condition rarity until the MS66 level. This Premium Gem is strongly lustrous with lavender and gold shadings over most of each side. A single mark is noted over the V on the reverse. Population: 22 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1418

1912 5C MS66 PCGS. A lovely Premium Gem with frosty light gray luster and exceptional surfaces. It is also a sharp strike, even retaining some details in the lower left ear of corn, a feature that is almost always flat. Population: 25 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1419

1912-D 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Rich russet and sunset-gold toning embraces the borders of this satiny and unabraded branch mint Gem. A good strike despite softness on the left ear of corn.(Registry values: N1793)

1420

1912-S 5C MS64 PCGS. A great example of this popular mintmarked Liberty nickel key, well-defined overall with soft quicksilver luster beneath rich patina. Nickel-blue and olive shadings dominate, and splashes of green-gold are present near the margins as well. PCGS has certified 85 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1421

1912-S 5C MS65 PCGS. The 1912-S Liberty Head nickel boasts the lowest mintage of the series at 238,000 pieces. Its popularity is increased by the fact that it is the only Liberty Head nickel from the San Francisco Mint. Sharply struck, with hints of champagne toning over the unblemished surfaces. Population: 77 in 65, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Liberty Nickels

1422

1883 5C No Cents PR64 PCGS. Warm gold-orange peripheral toning yields to startling silver-white at the centers. Crisply detailed with a minor contact mark to the left of the chin.(Registry values: N991)

1423

1883 5C With Cents PR65 PCGS. Green-gold and orange toning surrounds a small and brilliant center on each side. A crisply struck and attractive Gem specimen. PCGS has graded 47 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1424

1884 5C PR65 PCGS. Even champagne and orange coloration overall with a hint of lilac-gray over the upper portrait. This lovely Gem offers strong mirrors and stronger eye appeal.(Registry values: N991)

1425

1885 5C PR64 PCGS. Warm caramel and honey peripheral shadings embrace the outer fields of this proof Liberty nickel, popular for its association with the key-date business strike of the same year. A few faint hairlines contribute to the grade.(Registry values: N991)

1426

1886 5C PR65 PCGS. The portrait on this Gem is sharply struck, though the rest of the piece shows a degree of curious softness, particularly close to the rims. Profoundly mirrored with rich gold toning that assumes occasional pumpkin hues.(Registry values: N991)

1427

1887 5C PR64 PCGS. Peach and canary-gold peripheral toning surrounds well-defined and brilliant cores. An appealing near-Gem proof that shows just a few faint flaws in the fields.(Registry values: N491)

1428

1888 5C PR65 PCGS. Dynamically toned with a mix of pumpkin and bright yellow patina. Slivers of brilliance visit the central devices. An intriguing Gem with great eye appeal.(Registry values: N991)

1429

1889 5C PR65 PCGS. Boldly struck with only a few faint points of contact in the fields. This gleaming survivor combines butter-yellow and green-gold shadings with a band of amber that crosses Liberty's portrait.(Registry values: N991)

1430

1890 5C PR64 PCGS. Deep caramel and pumpkin-gold toning dominates this Choice proof, though the near-brilliance found at the centers hints at this specimen's former appearance. Great eye appeal despite a few scattered hairlines.(Registry values: N491)

1431

1891 5C PR64 PCGS. Rose, peach, and gold toning embraces the margins, leaving a window of nickel-white at the center on each side. Pleasingly reflective beneath the patina with only a handful of tiny contact marks evident.(Registry values: N491)

1432

1892 5C PR65 PCGS. Pale nickel-blue at the centers with prominent green-gold and orange color at the margins. This immensely reflective Gem offers grand eye appeal. PCGS has certified 24 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1433

1893 5C PR65 PCGS. Light yellow-gold at the margins with delightful aqua patina over the centers. This gleaming Gem offers grand eye appeal. PCGS has graded a mere 24 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1434

1894 5C PR64 PCGS. Lemon and orange peripheral toning appears on each side, with the obverse showing a hint of a horseshoe pattern. A lovely near-Gem that offers strong detail.(Registry values: N491)

1435

1895 5C PR64 PCGS. Rich peach and gold toning envelops much of each side, though small circles at the centers have remained brilliant. Well-defined with only a few faint hairlines visible.(Registry values: N491)

1436

1896 5C PR64 PCGS. Brilliant at the devices with striking green-gold patina close to the rims. A small, curving lintmark is noted below Liberty's chin.(Registry values: N491)

1437

1897 5C PR65 PCGS. Strongly reflective with a mix of peach and gold toning at the margins on each side. The centers are sharply defined and essentially brilliant. Great eye appeal.(Registry values: N991)

1438

1898 5C PR64 PCGS. Dusky green-gold and peach toning dominates the margins of this otherwise minimally patinated proof. Strongly mirrored with just a few fine hairlines present in the fields.(Registry values: N491)

1439

1899 5C PR64 PCGS. Pale ice-blue in the centers with fading through to gold and caramel near the rims. Strongly mirrored with distinctive visual appeal.(Registry values: N491)

1440

1900 5C PR65 PCGS. Dappled gold and orange toning at the margins with minimally patinated centers. A delightfully toned Gem that is prominently reflective.(Registry values: N991)

1441

1901 5C PR64 PCGS. Striking green-gold color at the rims with pale sky-blue centers. A gleaming near-Gem survivor from this popular turn-of-the-century proof Liberty nickel issue.(Registry values: N491)

1442

1902 5C PR66 PCGS. Vibrant gold and peach outer bands wrap around pale aquamarine centers. A strongly struck and gorgeous Premium Gem survivor. Population: 56 in 66, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1443

1903 5C PR65 PCGS. Light blue-green over the central devices with bold yellow-gold color around the rims. A striking Gem proof with gleaming surfaces beneath the toning.(Registry values: N991)

1444

1904 5C PR66 PCGS. Deep gold-orange color at the margins with minimally patinated centers. A gleaming Premium Gem proof that offers great eye appeal. Population: 32 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1445

1905 5C PR66 PCGS. Lightly aqua-toned at the centers with rich yellow-gold at the obverse margins and deeper caramel and peach shadings at the reverse periphery. Strong eye appeal, even by Premium Gem standards. Population: 38 in 66, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1446

1906 5C PR66 PCGS. Warm gold and peach toning dominates the margins, while the centers are minimally toned. A strongly reflective Premium Gem with grand eye appeal. Population: 41 in 66, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1447

1907 5C PR64 PCGS. Delicate sky-blue and lilac toning graces the centers, yielding to brighter canary-yellow and peach-orange near the rims. A charming Choice proof with powerful mirrors.(Registry values: N491)

1448

1908 5C PR64 PCGS. Dusky peach toning dominates the peripheries, while the centers show comparatively little patina. Luminous with intriguing eye appeal.(Registry values: N491)

1449

1909 5C PR65 PCGS. Each side shows a blend of gold, orange, and nickel-white patina, with the upper obverse exhibiting a dot of deeper toning just above the point of Liberty's coronet. A sharp Gem with great eye appeal.(Registry values: N991)

1450

1910 5C PR65 PCGS. Butterscotch, peach, and light nickel-gray shadings of varying intensity drape each side of this captivating Gem proof. Boldly impressed and gorgeous.(Registry values: N991)

1451

1911 5C PR66 PCGS. Decisively struck with shining mirrors and rich color. Each side boasts peripheral toning that ranges from green-gold to orange. Population: 45 in 66, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1452

1912 5C PR65 PCGS. Deep peach and gold patina defines the eye appeal of this sharply struck Gem proof. A great survivor from the final year of official issue for the design. PCGS has graded 43 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

1453

1883 5C No Cents PR67 Cameo NGC. From a proof mintage of 5,219 pieces the 1883 No Cents Liberty Head nickel is the first date of issue and a one-year type coin. The present coin features heavily frosted devices and deeply mirrored fields, yielding a white-on-black appearance. Near-pristine surfaces are essentially devoid of toning, and reveal just a couple of obverse planchet flaws that are barely discernible. The design elements are sharply delineated, except for minor softness in the leaves to the left of the bowknot. Proof strikings of this issue are extremely limited, especially in Superb condition and with the Cameo designation. Census: 27 in 67 Cameo, none are finer at either service (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1454

1884 5C PR67 NGC. Soft violet and beige-gold drapes both sides of this Superb Gem, and each exhibits considerable field-device contrast. A well directed strike emboldens the frosty design elements. Both faces are exquisitely preserved. Census: 7 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1455

1885 5C PR67 PCGS. The 1885 Liberty nickel is the premier issue among business strikes, creating additional demand on those proofs that still exist today. This Superb Gem approaches the finest quality that has ever been certified. It is boldly detailed with subtle contrast. The fields are light gray with lovely violet and iridescent toning highlights. Few blemishes are evident on either side, even under a glass. Population: 15 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1456

1886 5C PR67 NGC. The fields are like smooth sheets of glass, and the design elements are reproduced on each side with unmistakable proof sharpness. A curly lintmark resides on the upper obverse, between stars 7 and 8, and several tiny planchet laminations are observed in the reverse fields. Post-striking flaws are seemingly nonexistent, however. Census: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1457

1886 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC. This Superb Gem example displays essentially flawless, pristine surfaces and just a hint of light golden patina over silver-gray fields. As is often seen on the issue, this example has a frosty appearance, not the typical mirrored fields of a proof. However, the strike is full and sharp, a clear indication of proof manufacture. It is difficult to conceive of a finer example, and indeed none are graded finer. Population: 16 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1458

1891 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Groman. A remarkable Premium Gem Cameo proof with brilliant light gray surfaces and subtle gold accents. Both sides are essentially pristine with only the slightest contact marks evident under magnification. Population: 7 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1459

1893 5C PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. From a proof mintage of 2,195 pieces, the present coin is a virtually flawless Superb Gem Cameo. Deeply mirrored fields create a stunning black-on-white cameo appearance with the pearl-white devices. The contrast is so vivid that it makes one wonder what more must be necessary to achieve an Ultra Cameo designation from NGC. Regardless of the answer, this spectacular piece would make an outstanding addition to any collection. Fully struck with only a couple of microscopic blemishes. NGC and PCGS report a combined 16 pieces in PR67 Cameo, and neither has certified any coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1460

1908 5C PR67 Cameo NGC. Both sides show readily appreciable contrast, with that of the reverse being slightly stronger. The detail is bold, and the gleaming mirrors are beautifully preserved. An essentially untoned Superb Gem specimen of this later proof Liberty nickel issue. Census: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1461

1909 5C PR68 NGC. With a large proof mintage of 4,763 pieces, the 1909 Liberty Head nickel is the most available proof date in the series. The present coin is sharply struck, with fully brought up star centrils, an area that is often weak on this date. Lovely shades of green, gold, and lilac grace the pristine surfaces, and make this specimen a visual treat. Census: 7 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Buffalo Nickels

1462

1913-D 5C Type One MS67 PCGS. The lustrous surfaces of this Type One Superb Gem Buffalo nickel display soft golden-gray, lilac, and ice-blue patina, and an impressive strike imparts strong definition to the design elements. Both sides are devoid of mentionable contact marks or spots. A simply delightful coin. Population: 41 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1463

1913-D 5C Type One MS67 PCGS. As with many first-year issues, the 1913-D was produced in rather large numbers; in this case 5.3 million pieces were struck. While not rare in the absolute sense, it is, nevertheless a worthwhile issue in high grades (especially when compared to the 1913-P) and a moderate condition rarity. This sharply struck Superb Gem has a very thin film of pale violet and champagne color which overlays fully lustrous, matte-like surfaces. Well preserved with no mentionable marks. Population: 41 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1464

1913-D 5C Type One MS67 PCGS. An amazing example of the Type One design, with the bison standing on a mound or bluff, overlooking the plain below. This piece is sharply struck with exceptional gold, pale blue, and iridescent toning on both sides. It is a remarkable specimen. Population: 41 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1465

1913-S 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. A delightful Premium Gem with brilliant grayish-gold surfaces and excellent design details. The surfaces are pristine with few blemishes of any kind. PCGS has only certified 17 finer examples of this issue (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1466

1913-S 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. Boldly detailed with satiny olive-gray and golden surfaces, shimmering luster, and a somewhat pebbly texture (as struck). A well preserved Premium Gem, seemingly free of contact marks. The most conditionally challenging of the three Type One issues in the Buffalo nickel series, the 1913-S is elusive at the current grade level and rare any finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1467

1913-S 5C Type One MS67 PCGS. With a low mintage of 2.1 million pieces, the 1913-S Type One Buffalo nickel has always been a numismatic favorite. The present coin is an outstanding specimen, well struck, with matte-like luster, and enticing green, gold, and lavender toning. Population: 16 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1468

1913 5C Type Two MS67 PCGS. The quintessential first-year Buffalo, endowed with outstanding sharpness and luxuriant mint luster. Tinges of light gold, yellow-green, and violet patina separate this Superb Gem example from full brilliance. Impeccably preserved throughout. Population: 14 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1469

1913 5C Type Two MS67 PCGS. The 1913 Type Two Buffalo nickel enjoys strong demand from specialists in several fields because of its status as a first-year-of-issue and first-year-of-type coin. The present coin is sharply struck, with a full horn and crisp detail on the braid. The pristine surfaces are enhanced by lovely shades of lilac and champagne toning. Rare in MS67, no coin has been certified finer at either service. Population: 14 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1470

1913-S 5C Type Two MS66 PCGS. Sharply struck and fully lustrous with brilliant nickel-gray surfaces and wisps of pale rose toning. The faintest traces of peripheral gold color add to the overall eye appeal of this remarkable nickel. The Set Registry collector should pay particular attention to this offering, as PCGS has only certified one better example (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2005), lot 5274.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1471

1913-S 5C Type Two MS67 NGC. James Earle Fraser made his only contribution to America's circulating coinage in 1913, when his Buffalo nickel design made its debut. Once the pieces made their way to circulation, Fraser's inclinations as a sculptor and a medalist ran afoul of coinage needs: the denomination FIVE CENTS, raised on a mound at the lower reverse, was prone to wearing away. The Mint moved to redesign the pieces, and the bison stood on flat ground for the new Type Two nickels, which made their debut late in the same year.
This is a simply stunning example of the 1913-S Type Two nickel, widely known as one of the most elusive Buffalo nickels, particularly in high grades. The strike is considerably above-average, particularly on the Indian's braid and bison's shoulder. Impeccably preserved surfaces exhibit wonderful luster with a thin veneer of champagne patina. Census: 6 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1472

1914 5C MS67 PCGS. Superb Gem 1914 examples such as this are seldom encountered. The surfaces are virtually flawless, and the devices are almost fully struck up in all areas. Exceptional mint luster is seen on both obverse and reverse, with an overlay of light golden-rose patina. A wonderful early type piece and the ultimate representative of this issue. Population: 16 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1473

1914 5C MS67 PCGS. Ex: Troy Wiseman. While the 1914 Buffalo nickel enjoyed a large mintage of 20.6 million pieces, Superb Gem coins are quite rare today. Q. David Bowers observes only 2% of examples seen have full details. The present coin is a rare fully struck example, with exquisite detail on all design elements. The surfaces show rich satiny luster, under beautiful hints of gold, green, and lavender. Only 25 coins have been certified at the Superb Gem level by NGC and PCGS combined, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1475

1914-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Boldly struck and impeccably preserved, this satiny Gem example exhibits even light-gray color with hints of coral-gold on the high points. An impressive San Francisco Mint product, housed in an early-generation PCGS holder.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1476

1914-S 5C MS66 PCGS. With an original mintage of nearly 3.5 million pieces, the 1914-S Buffalo nickel is not really a key date. However, Q. David Bowers notes finding a really choice example can be challenging. The present coin certainly fills the bill, with spectacular shades of green, gold, and lavender toning to accompany the high technical grade. Population: 30 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1477

1915 5C MS67 PCGS. A melange of violet, champagne-gold, and lilac patination runs over the highly lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem. The design elements are decisively struck, as is characteristic of this issue. Close inspection reveals no mentionable marks or spots to report. A goodly number of Mint State coins have been certified, but MS67s are very scarce and higher-grade pieces are virtually unobtainable. Population: 36 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1478

1915 5C MS67 PCGS. This is a visually compelling example with startlingly rich luster and lovely, variegated steel-green and gold toning. Lange describes this issue as one of the most sharply struck of the series, and this Superb Gem is no exception, as almost every design element is crisply and fully rendered on both sides. The piece is immaculately preserved as well, making it an exceptional representative of this popular date for type purposes. Population: 36 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1479

1915-D 5C MS66 NGC. Ex: Yankee Collection. The following comments by David Lange regarding this issue are instructive: "This is the first date from the Denver Mint in which weakness of strike becomes a factor. Though not extreme, it may be evident in the central obverse and the bison's head, shoulders, and tail. Well struck examples do exist and are worth the wait." This remarkable Premium Gem is not only well struck, the design elements seem virtually full and complete throughout. Attractive champagne-bronze toning adorns the satiny surfaces, which are immaculately preserved. Census: 11 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1480

1915-D 5C MS66 PCGS. Each side of this deeply lustrous Premium Gem displays dominant golden-rose patina that coats the surfaces in a smooth, even fashion. Hints of ice-blue are seen at the centers as the coin is turned under a light. Although the 1915-D as an issue is the first poorly struck Buffalo nickel from the Denver Mint (per Lange, 2006), the present example is well detailed in all areas. Population: 27 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1481

1915-S 5C MS66 PCGS. A splendidly preserved 1915-S with vibrant, matte-textured surfaces displaying delicate golden hues accented with violet and powder-blue. Surface marks and visible carbon are conspicuously absent. The design elements are sharply struck throughout. Population: 27 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1482

1915-S 5C MS66 NGC. Substantially above-average detail for this early S-mint issue. Each side offers quality, luminous luster beneath subtle blue-violet and green-gold shadings. A carefully preserved Premium Gem with remarkable eye appeal. NGC has graded no numerically finer representatives (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1483

1916 5C MS67 PCGS. Soft violet, orange-gold, and mint-green patina graces the lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem. The design elements are sharply impressed, including crispness on LIBERTY and the date. A couple of minute, unobtrusive reverse marks do not disturb. Population: 10 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1484

1916 5C MS67 PCGS. From a large mintage of 63.5 million pieces, the 1916 Buffalo nickel is available in all grades, making it a popular choice with type collectors. The present coin is sharply struck, with frosty mint luster, and wisps of lavender toning. The obverse shows hints of green at the periphery. Population: 10 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1485

1916-D 5C MS65 PCGS. Struck from a worn obverse die, with the frosted mint luster that Lange says is a result. Beautiful, light pastel iridescence is seen over each side. Sharply struck on the reverse, but noticeably weak on the obverse from the worn die used on that side. Only 11 pieces have been graded finer by PCGS (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1486

1916-S 5C MS66 PCGS. Milky lilac and golden patina adorns both sides of this sharply defined example. The underlying luster has to pass through several layers of obverse color, yet shines through quite forcefully. High on the list of '16-S Buffalo nickels we have ever offered. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 28 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1487

1917 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1917 is fairly common in all grades through MS65. Premium Gems are more difficult to locate, and the issue is elusive any finer. The present radiantly lustrous Superb Gem displays impeccably preserved surfaces. The design features are sharply struck, despite the often-seen heavy die erosion from extended use of the dies. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 10 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1488

1917-D 5C MS65 NGC. From the fifth year of the series, this Buffalo nickel issue had a reasonably high mintage of 9.9 million pieces. But most of those coins entered circulation, and Mint State survivors only represent a tiny fraction of the original number. Gems such as this one are relatively rare. Nicely struck with shimmering luster and blemish-free surfaces. Census: 44 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1489

1917-D 5C MS65 PCGS. Delicate golden peripheral accents enliven otherwise nickel-white surfaces. Overall detail is sharp, though a degree of die erosion is noted near the rims. Despite a mintage of over 9.9 million pieces, the 1917-D is conditionally rare any finer than this Gem; PCGS has certified just 13 such examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1490

1917-D 5C MS66 PCGS. Vibrant luster emanates from both faces of this Premium Gem. A well executed strike delivers better-than-average definition to the design elements, though minor softness is visible in the hair at the bison's forehead. The horn, tail, braid, peripheral lettering, date, and mintmark are quite sharp. Attractive yellow-gold, mint-green, and violet patina resides on the obverse, while violet-blue dominates the reverse. A well preserved specimen. Population: 13 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1491

1917-D 5C MS66 PCGS. With an original mintage of 9.9 million pieces, the 1917-D is a tougher date due to poor striking quality. The issue is quite rare above the Gem level. The present coin exhibits a better than average strike, with slight softness on the feathers and the denomination. Lightly toned with attractive hints of lilac on both sides. Population: 13 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1492

1917-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Toned with blushes of powder-blue, violet, and yellow-green, and fully lustrous throughout. The strike is sharper than often seen on the issue, with particular crispness on the date and mintmark and all of the peripheral lettering. Well preserved surfaces are free of significant marks. Population: 77 in 65, 22 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1493

1917-S 5C MS66 PCGS. This is a splendid Premium Gem. It features an extraordinary strike, not full, but as sharp as any examples of this issue are found. The surfaces have pale gray luster with vibrant lilac and gold coloration, and are devoid of significant contacts or spots. Population: 22 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1494

1917-S 5C MS66 PCGS. The typical 1917-S nickel is poorly struck from worn dies. This Premium Gem displays above-average delineation, and both sides possess coruscating luster. Golden-orange surfaces are imbued with traces of lavender and sky-blue and are nicely preserved. Population: 22 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1495

1918-D 5C MS64 PCGS. The amazing die cracks on the obverse of this near-Gem nickel almost make it seem to qualify as a full-fledged Mint error. The reverse, however, only displays a tiny die crack from the rim across the top of the bison's head. Both sides are smooth and display lovely champagne-gray color.(Registry values: N1793)

1496

1918-D 5C MS66 PCGS. This exceptional Premium Gem exhibits better-than-average definition on the design elements. Pleasing luster exudes from surfaces bathed in medium intensity violet-blue, yellow-gold, and light green coloration. Numerous tiny obverse toning flecks are not at all bothersome. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 20 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1497

1918-D 5C MS66 PCGS. This Premium Gem exhibits a much better strike than is typical for the issue. This includes a sharp braid, horn, tail, and mintmark. Ebullient luster exudes from both sides, each of which displays soft lemon and violet patination. A few tiny toning flecks on the well preserved surfaces are not disturbing. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 20 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1498

1918/7-D 5C VG8 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. Though well-worn, this steel-gray and green-gold example shows the overdate plainly. Modestly marked for the level of wear.(Registry values: N1)

1499

1918/7-D 5C VF35 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. An attractive, natural nickel-gray example of this overdate, and seldom seen in the middle circulated grades. The overdate, one of the most popular 20th century American coin varieties, is usually found in the lowest identifiable grades, or in Mint State grades. The overdate feature is sharp, and the diagnostic die crack from the hair braid remains visible.(Registry values: N1793)

1500

1918-S 5C MS64 NGC. A well preserved representative of this notably elusive San Francisco nickel issue, delicately toned pink and champagne across most of each side. Softly struck with quicksilver luster and a degree of typical die erosion close to the margins. NGC has graded 15 numerically finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1501

1919 5C MS67 ★ NGC. Soft violet patina dominates the lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem, dabbed with accents of yellow-gold, lilac, sky-blue, and aqua. An above-average-strike leaves strong detail on the design elements, save for minor softness in the hair at the bison's brow. An exquisitely preserved specimen, well deserving of the coveted Star designation. Census: 1 in 67 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1502

1920 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Delicate powder-blue and caramel-gold shades endow this virtually pristine Premium Gem. An above-average strike despite a hint of softness on the tail curl and the hair above the braid. Only eight pieces certified finer by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1503

1920 5C MS67 PCGS. We present here a sharply struck Superb Gem, unusual for this normally weak issue. Pleasing luster complements this attribute, as do whispers of soft violet and champagne-gold coloration. The well preserved surfaces are devoid of the often-seen coppery streaks resulting from concentrations of the copper alloy that did not blend with the nickel metal (David Lange, 2006, p. 116). Housed in a green label holder. Population: 8 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1504

1920-D 5C MS64 NGC. A stunning Choice Mint State example of the scarce 1920-D Buffalo nickel, with vibrant gold and rainbow toning over satiny gray luster. In A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels, Dave Bowers assigns MS64 the "Optimal Collecting Grade" and writes: "This issue will be a challenge for the connoisseur." NGC has certified 27 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1505

1920-D 5C MS65 PCGS. The 1920-D nickel is scarce in the higher circulated grades and in Mint State condition. The lustrous surfaces of this lovely Gem display a delicate mix of violet, yellow-gold, and powder-blue coloration. The design elements are better defined than ordinarily seen, except for minor localized softness. Well preserved throughout, and encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 47 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1506

1920-S 5C MS63 NGC. Subtle gold toning overlays the satiny luster of this scarce issue. Both sides exhibit a typical strike with some weakness at the higher design points. Fully struck 1920-S Buffalo nickels are apparently unknown, so the collector will have to settle for an average strike when seeking this date.(Registry values: N1793)

1507

1920-S 5C MS64 PCGS. The shimmering rose-gray, mint-green, and orange-gold surfaces, while not completely struck up (as virtually none are), still exhibit relatively sharp definition and are exceptionally clean and frosty. Several microscopic carbon flecks are only visible under high magnification. Very scarce any finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1508

1921 5C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg. Exceptionally bright, flashy mint luster characterizes this lovely, high grade P-mint nickel. The obverse of this lightly toned piece is fully struck, but the reverse is a bit weak on the bison's head. PCGS has only graded 18 pieces finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

1509

1921 5C MS67 PCGS. Bright luster emanates from both sides of this Superb Gem, each of which is adorned with soft golden, violet, and ice-blue patina. The design features are sharply struck, as are most specimens of this issue. A handful of tiny flecks on the nicely preserved surfaces does not distract. Population: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1510

1921 5C MS67 PCGS. Bright luster radiates from both sides of this wonderful Superb Gem, each side of which is essentially untoned. An exacting strike manifests itself in strong definition on the devices, and the surfaces are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots. Another important attribute of this piece is the excellent planchet quality, which tends to be laminated on many specimens. Population: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1511

1921 5C MS67 PCGS. CAC. With slightly under 10.7 million pieces struck, the 1921 is the lowest-mintage Philadelphia Buffalo nickel issue, though it does not become a condition rarity until the MS67 level. This Superb Gem is boldly impressed with vibrant luster. Surfaces are a blend of nickel-white and subtle peach. Population: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1512

1921-S 5C MS64 PCGS. This is a well struck near-Gem, including the bison's head, an area often ill-defined on this issue. The highly lustrous surfaces are bathed in golden-orange and bluish-violet on the obverse, while the reverse is mostly golden-brown. A few unobtrusive marks barely prevent Gem status.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1513

1923 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1923 is readily available through the Gem level of preservation. Premium Gems become more challenging, Superb Gems are elusive, and anything finer is virtually unobtainable. An array of soft nickel-gray, sky-blue, violet, and lilac patina resides on the highly lustrous surfaces of this magnificent MS67 example. Impeccably preserved throughout, and exhibiting nicely struck design features. Population: 9 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1514

1923-S 5C MS64 NGC. The satiny surfaces are beautifully preserved for the MS64 level. Both sides are lightly patinated with golden-rose and lilac. Struck from worn dies, but the date is sharp, as is the mintmark. NGC has graded 34 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1515

1923-S 5C MS65 PCGS. While not quite fully struck, this Gem is better struck than ordinarily seen. Its lustrous surfaces exhibit just a hint of iridescent rainbow-like color that shows up under magnification. A few tiny flecks scattered about may well preclude an even finer grade. Population: 32 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1516

1924 5C MS66 PCGS. A splendid, pristine '24-P nickel that maximizes its luster and striking qualities, compared to the typical example. There is just a hint of sky-blue patina across each side. One of the scarcest Philadelphia issues in this lofty grade. Population: 68 in 66, 4 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1517

1924-D 5C MS65 NGC. This bright, satiny Gem offers delicate orange-gold overtones. The smooth surfaces exhibit generally strong definition, although the hair on the bison's head is weak, and the eye appeal is expectedly strong for the assigned grade. Both sides are devoid of significant marks. NGC has seen just 19 coins in MS65 with only one finer survivor (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1518

1924-D 5C MS65 PCGS. The 1924-D is one of the scarcest D-mint nickels, though specimens can be obtained through the near-Gem level. Gems can be had with patience and searching, but anything finer is quite rare. Soft violet and orange-gold patina adheres to the lustrous surfaces of this MS65 coin. The strike is typical, in that the bison's head is flat, though the horn is perfectly clear. A nicely preserved piece. Population: 90 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1519

1925-D 5C MS65 PCGS. A melange of medium intensity violet, lavender, and golden-orange patination resides on the lustrous surfaces of this D-mint Gem. The obverse is better struck than the reverse, which reveals the usually seen softness. This is a nicely preserved piece. Population: 67 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1520

1925-D 5C MS65 NGC. A beautifully toned piece with bright blue in the centers that is surrounded by golden at the rims. Widely regarded as one of the great strike rarities in the series, this piece shows the usual softness of high point detail. However, when compared to other '25-D nickels, this piece is far above average and actually shows good definition on the obverse. Census: 50 in 65, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1521

1925-D 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Soft, quicksilver luster dominates the eye appeal of this subtly orange-toned Gem. The strike is a trifle soft at the central obverse and on the bison's head, though the overall surface preservation is redeeming. Highly elusive any finer, with just three such pieces graded by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1522

1925-D 5C MS66 NGC. The 1925-D Buffalo nickel has the reputation of being a challenging coin that is difficult to locate in well struck condition. David Lange, in his Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels treatise, writes: "Well struck examples may be found but are rare in all grades. Even Mint State coins may show little or no sign of the bison's horn, while very few have complete horns. Some 1925-D nickels are known with the E in FIVE filled, and all are characteristically weak in the first two numerals of the date."
David Bowers, in his A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels, categorizes 1925-D nickels according to sharpness of design details: Weak, 33%; Typical, 44%; Sharp, 20%, and Full, 3%.
The Premium Gem we present in this lot displays above average striking characteristics. The horn is bold and pointed, and the date and all of the lettering are sharp. The only softness we discern occurs on portions of the hair on the heads of the Indian and bison, but these are minor. Overall, we rank this particular coin within Bowers' "Sharp" category. Highly lustrous, well preserved surfaces appear untoned to the naked eye, but magnification reveals whispers of pastel iridescent sky-blue, gold, rose, and light green. A truly exceptional '25-D!
As a point of interest, we mention that the Museum of Connecticut History possessed several high grade 1925-D nickels, along with the 1924-D. Dozens were sold by Heritage in its June 1995 Long Beach auction. Census: 11 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1523

1926 5C MS67 NGC. A shimmering Superb Gem with powder-blue and yellow-green color on the obverse, while the reverse offers peach and steel-blue hues. Essentially fully struck except for the hair immediately above the Indian's braid. Census: 15 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1524

1926 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1926 is common in Mint State grades, though Superb Gems and finer are elusive. The design elements are better struck than usually seen. Violet-gray and golden-orange patina envelopes both sides of this lustrous example, each of which is free of mentionable contact marks. Population: 24 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1525

1926 5C MS67 PCGS. Bright apricot and soft blue patina with pleasing luster that illuminates the well preserved surfaces. Well struck on the legends, and throughout the bison's head and shoulder. Only the upper braid of the Indian has less than meticulous definition, and even here the strike is better than often encountered. Population: 24 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1526

1926-D 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1926-D is one of the most difficult strike rarities in the Buffalo nickel series. Indeed, David Lange (2006) opines that most of the coins known of this issue are so weakly struck that they appear undesirable to many collectors. However, this piece is very sharply defined with strong detail at the top of the bison's head and a faint split in the tail. The surfaces are clean and problem-free with smooth, satiny luster, and a light amount of rose-champagne color on the reverse. A superior example of this elusive issue. Population: 23 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1527

1926-D 5C MS66 PCGS. This sumptuous Premium Gem is one of the distinct minority of examples of this strike-challenged issue that are not weakly struck. The 1926-D has a reputation that is notorious even in this series, which is replete with softly struck mintmarked issues. While such notoriety is a thrice-told tale, we would mention that here, the tie holding the braid together is complete and the hair above nearly so, LIBERTY and the date are bold, while on the reverse the horn is sharp and the hair on the buffalo's shoulder well-detailed if not complete, and the tail is faintly split. Although short of a full strike, the piece is head and shoulders above most examples. The splendid patina, in shades of lavender and ice-blue, adds to the stunning appeal. Registry Set collectors, this piece is worth seven points in the PCGS Circulation Strikes Basic Set--and there is only one certified finer, currently residing in the top-rated set. Population: 23 in 66, 1 finer (11/08).(Registry values: N4719)

1528

1926-S 5C MS63 NGC. A key issue in all grades better than Fine, and especially difficult to locate in Mint State grades, the 1926-S Buffalo is the only issue in the series with a sub-million coin mintage, in this case 970,000 coins. This pleasing example has typical strike weakness on the reverse. The light gray surfaces have accents of gold, rose, and green.(Registry values: N2998)

1529

1927 5C MS67 PCGS. Nearly 38 million Buffalo nickels were coined at the Philadelphia Mint in 1927. The issue is available in all grades up to the Gem level today, and enjoys much popularity as a type coin. The present coin is sharply struck and displays attractive frosty mint luster. Lightly toned in delicate shades of lilac on both sides. Examples at the Superb Gem level are rare, with a combined total of 14 coins certified at the leading services, and none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1530

1927-D 5C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Fivaz Collection. Traces of light yellow-green and violet toning rest on the brightly lustrous surfaces of this attractive Gem. Some minor localized softness is noted, but the overall strike is better than ordinarily seen. A few minute marks likely preclude an even higher grade. Population: 49 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1531

1927-D 5C MS65 PCGS. Here is an extraordinary specimen of this date. The luster is very strong on the obverse and reverse, and the coin shows no significant abrasions or specks. As to the strike, it is sharp on the Indian and bison, except for the latter's hair over the forehead; even the peripheral lettering is much sharper than often seen. The surfaces are bathed in pastel rose, violet-blue, and golden-yellow patina. Population: 49 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1532

1927-S 5C MS63 PCGS. Deep green-gold and orange-gray toning drapes quicksilver surfaces. Both sides show an above-average strike despite having been coined from worn dies.(Registry values: N1793)

1533

1928 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1928 nickel can be had through the Gem level of preservation. Premium Gems are more challenging, Superb Gems are elusive, and higher-grade coins are virtually unobtainable. Soft violet patina covers the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this MS67 coin, and a well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements. Impeccably preserved with outstanding eye appeal. Population: 12 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1534

1928-D 5C MS66 PCGS. As with other Denver issues from the 1920s, the 1928-D is well known as a strike rarity, albeit to a lesser degree than earlier years. The obverse of this piece shows a bit of highpoint softness on the Indian's hair above the knot, but the remaining design features are well brought up. Each side is nearly untoned with attractive bright, satiny mint luster and no reportable abrasions. Population: 33 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1535

1928-D 5C MS66 PCGS. The certified population of 1928-D nickels is abundant with near-Gems. MS65s are fewer, and Premium Gems are elusive. Neither service has graded any pieces finer. The design elements of this MS66 coin are relatively well struck, and the radiantly lustrous surfaces are bathed in light violet and champagne-gold toning. This nicely preserved piece will generate spirited bidding. Population: 33 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1536

1928-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Champagne-gold patination is joined by splashes of lavender and bluish-violet on the lower reverse. Pleasing luster exudes from both sides, and a well executed strike brings out sharp definition on most of the design elements. Both faces are nicely preserved. Population: 62 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1537

1929-D 5C MS66 PCGS. Subtle green-gold and nickel-gray shadings blend on each side of this charming Premium Gem. Strongly lustrous and carefully preserved, a winning combination. Population: 41 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1538

1929-S 5C MS67 PCGS. More than 7.7 million Buffalo nickels were coined at the San Francisco Mint in 1929. The date is available in all grades, and is quite popular with type collectors. The present coin is sharply struck, with wisps of gold and lilac toning on the pristine surfaces. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1539

1930 5C MS67 PCGS. Exceptionally well struck with unbeatable luster qualities beneath subtle splashes of gold, lavender, and ice-blue patina. While Gem and Premium Gem examples of this Depression-era issue turn up without much difficulty, the number of survivors drops off dramatically at this lofty level. Population: 21 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1540

1930 5C MS67 NGC. An astoundingly lustrous Superb Gem that offers grand eye appeal. The strike is significantly above-average, with only a touch of softness visible at the high points. Glimpses of champagne toning grace otherwise nickel-white surfaces. NGC has graded just four MS67 examples with none numerically finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1541

1930 5C MS67 PCGS. Ex: A D M Collection. The 1930 nickel is rather common through the Gem grade level, with nearly 1,400 coins certified by PCGS and NGC. The population drops in MS66, and even more in MS67. Light violet and orange-gold patina adorns both sides of this lustrous Superb Gem, and a decisive strike imparts strong definition to the design elements. Each side is impeccably preserved. Population: 21 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1542

1934 5C MS67 PCGS. Beautiful rose and champagne toning enhance the peripheries of this mark-free Superb Gem example. No mentionable abrasions or defects are noticed on either side. None are known any finer, as the two major grading services have yet to grade a single example above MS67. Population: 18 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1543

1934-D 5C MS66 PCGS. This well-struck example is almost completely mark-free. A thin die crack is evident on the obverse from the bottom of the portrait's nose to the hair braid. Light nickel-blue and peach shadings add interest. Population: 42 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1544

1935 5C MS67 PCGS. Almost fully struck, with intensely lustrous surfaces that show light green-gold toning that almost becomes lime-green on the reverse, where trace amounts of pink-lilac color are also detected. An absolutely beautiful Superb Gem, with glistening surfaces that are utterly pristine.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1545

1935-S 5C MS67 NGC. This appealing Superb Gem is essentially blemish-free, as expected for the assigned grade. Pretty golden patina on the Indian's hair complements tinges of ice-blue appearing on the face. The piece has a sharp strike, if a trifle short of full, and similar coloration appears on the reverse. Among the finest few dozen certified at either service (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1546

1935-S 5C MS67 PCGS. In addition to its vibrant luster and lovely pastel toning, the central devices of this Superb Gem offer far better sharpness than is usually found on Mint State examples. One tiny mark is seen at the rear portion of the Indian's cheek. Population: 28 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1547

1935-S 5C MS67 PCGS. From a large original mintage of 10.3 million pieces, Q. David Bowers believes sharply struck 1935-S Buffalo nickels are "sleepers," with only 14% of specimens seen having sharp details. The present coin is sharply struck, with only slight weakness on the Indian's hair. Lightly toned in shades of gold and lilac; the eye appeal is a match for the high technical grade. Population: 28 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1548

1936-D 5C 3 1/2 Legs AU58 NGC. FS-901, formerly FS-019. The recently published fifth edition of Cherrypickers' notes that "this is an extremely rare variety, with fewer than 40 known in any grade." The missing portions of the buffalo's right front leg were removed during die polishing, much like its more famous 1937-D cousin. However, this variety is many, many times rarer. This bright pinkish-gold piece retains nearly all of its original mint luster, with splendid eye appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

1549

1936-S 5C MS67 PCGS. Excellent striking definition for this later S-mint issue with gold-orange peripheral shadings framing light nickel-gray centers. A lively Superb Gem. Population: 61 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1550

1936-S 5C MS67 PCGS. Rich gold-orange and yellow shadings embrace each side of this vibrantly lustrous Superb Gem. The strike is bold, as is the eye appeal. Neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a numerically finer example (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1551

1936-S/S 5C MS66 PCGS. FS-501, formerly FS-020. The mintmark is widely repunched south. Lovely golden-brown graces this coruscating and mark-free Premium Gem. Well struck, with only the hair above the braid lacking full detail. Population: 1 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).

1552

1937 5C MS68 NGC. As befits the high mintage of 79.5 million pieces, this is one of the most common dates in the Buffalo nickel series, with examples readily available in all grades. Nearly 12,000 specimens have been certified by NGC and PCGS in MS65 and MS66, and a little over 600 are graded MS67. In the lofty grade of MS68, however, NGC and PCGS have combined for just nine coins, with none finer (3/09). This specimen displays delicate iridescent, ice-blue, gold-beige, and lilac patina over near-pristine surfaces that exhibit dazzling luster. Boldly detailed with immense visual appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

1553

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU53 NGC. Light to medium intensity gray patina bathes both sides of this popular Three-Legged representative. The design features exhibit sharp definition, and the surfaces are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots.(Registry values: N991)

1554

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU58 NGC. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. Dusky caramel-gold and steel-gray visit this satiny and mark-free near-Mint key date nickel. Friction is hard to find, and the eye appeal is imposing.(Registry values: N991)

1555

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU58 NGC. FS-901, formerly 020.2. A shimmering stone-gray Borderline Uncirculated example whose smooth surfaces display only a hint of wear on the horn, hipbone, and cheek. Diagnostic texture on the back leg and the field beneath the flank are readily evident.(Registry values: N991)

1556

1937-D 5C Three-Legged MS62 NGC. Distributed in Montana and discovered in the late 1930s, the 1937-D Buffalo nickel is one of the most famous error coins in American numismatics. The issue enjoys intense demand from error collectors and Buffalo nickel specialists alike. The present coin has a better than average strike for this issue, although the reverse demonstrates the softness of detail always seen, due to die erosion. The slightly granular obverse surface and some scattered handling marks probably limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1557

1937-D 5C Three-Legged MS62 NGC. Rich green-gold and mustard-yellow shadings drape otherwise nickel-gray surfaces. The obverse is better-preserved than the grade might suggest, though the reverse shows a vertical scrape at the middle of the bison's back. Still, an unworn representative of this popular variety.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Buffalo Nickels

1559

1914 5C PR64 NGC. An exactingly struck Choice matte proof whose gently coruscating surfaces display only a hint of tan toning. From a meager mintage of 1,275 proofs.(Registry values: N1793)

1560

1914 5C PR66 PCGS. Soft greenish-gold patina on the obverse cedes to violet and light nickel-gray on the reverse. Impeccably preserved surfaces exhibit sharply struck motifs.(Registry values: N1793)

1561

1915 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC. From a matte proof mintage of 1,050 pieces, the issue is seldom encountered above the Gem level. A thin layer of sky-blue and yellow-gold patina rests on the bright proof surfaces of this early Superb Gem nickel, and an exacting strike delivers crisp delineation to the design elements. An impeccably preserved specimen, housed in a green-label holder. Population: 50 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1562

1916 5C PR64 PCGS. A wonderful matte proof that actually has a hint of reflectivity in the fields, beneath medium gold toning with a few iridescent splashes. An exceptional piece with bold design details.(Registry values: N1793)

1563

1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR64 PCGS. A rather intriguing specimen that may add to our knowledge of these proof nickels. Described as a Satin Finish proof on the PCGS holder, the reverse of this coin clearly and obviously has a satin finish with a lustrous field and little reflectivity. However, the obverse has a fully reflective and lightly mirrored field. The two sides are also toned differently, with lovely gold and iridescent toning on the obverse, and pale blue toning on the reverse. A fascinating study coin, and perhaps unique as a transitional proof variety.(Registry values: N991)

1564

1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR66 PCGS. This boldly defined satin finish proof nickel has incredibly full design details with amazing surfaces. Both sides have light gray luster with splashes of gold and iridescent toning. This Premium Gem is slightly better than normal, with an average NGC and PCGS combined grade of 65.7.(Registry values: N1793)

1565

1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR67 PCGS. An immaculate Satin Finish proof nickel. Each side is bedecked with delicate accents of salmon-pink, rose, and lilac. Struck for only one year, the Satin Finish nickels have been overlooked by collectors for many years, probably because of the initial confusion of those proofs with business strikes.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1566

1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR68 PCGS. Ex: Kontos. It seems remarkable that PCGS has actually certified a single finer example, and the present specimen is literally one spot shy of the PR69 grade level. The surfaces are satiny and lustrous with light champagne toning and accents of gold, violet, and sea-green. Each and every design detail is bold, with incredible definition. There is seldom an opportunity to bid on an example of similar quality. Population: 27 in 68, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1567

1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR68 NGC. Pastel multicolored toning at the margins of this Superb Gem proof transitions into soft bluish-gray and gold colors in the central areas. A solid strike results in bold delineation on the design features, further enhancing the coin's eye appeal. This near-pristine specimen is sure to elicit considerable attention from aficionados of Buffalo nickels or of high quality proof coinage. Census: 21 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1568

1936 5C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR67 PCGS. This gorgeous proof has exceptional design definition with highly reflective fields and satiny devices. A touch of contrast between the fields and devices falls just short of a Cameo designation. PCGS has only certified six finer brilliant proof 1936 nickels (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (2/2005), lot 6068.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1569

1936 5C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR67 PCGS. The brilliant surfaces of this Superb Gem exhibit razor-sharp definition on the design features, and the coin has been extremely well cared for. A veneer of champagne-gold color covers each side, accented with soft bluish-purple coloration at the margins. This piece exudes extraordinary technical quality and aesthetic appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

1570

1936 5C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR68 NGC. A magnificent example of this first year of issue for proofs since 1916, as well as the first year of issue for the Brilliant Finish after the short-lived Satin Finish version. The fields are exceptionally deep in their mirrored reflectivity. Both sides are brilliant with a tinge of ice-blue, while a faint trace of rose color can be seen around the margins.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1571

1936 5C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR68 NGC. The surfaces on each side are incredibly flashy and show no mentionable distractions of any kind, as one would expect from the high grade. Magnification brings out subtle pastels of violet and gold color. As is the norm for the era, there is little if any contrast between the fields and devices, and the needle-sharp strike fully brings up the most abstruse details. Among the finest from the proof mintage recorded as 4,420 pieces. Census: 14 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1572

1937 5C PR65 PCGS. The silver-gold obverse cedes on the reverse to more intense pinkish-gold when the piece is rotated beneath a light. A couple of tiny contact marks on the high points preclude an even finer grade, but the eye appeal is considerable.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

1573

1937 5C PR65 NGC. An exceptional example for the modest grade that NCG assigned. The surfaces are nearly perfect, with only a few microscopic carbon flecks. Both sides have watery fields around the satiny devices. A true premium quality piece for the grade.(Registry values: N991)

1574

1937 5C PR67 PCGS. The quicksilver surfaces on this piece display generous amounts of ice-blue and pinkish-golden when viewed beneath a light. This piece boasts an incredibly sharp strike and bold eye appeal. PCGS has certified only 11 pieces finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1575

1937 5C PR67 PCGS. Fully struck and pristine, this Superb Gem displays a noticeable cameo effect on each side--even if not enough to warrant a Cameo designation on the holder. Entirely untoned with glassy "black" fields and frosted silver devices.(Registry values: N1793)

1576

1937 5C PR67 PCGS. The deeply mirrored field areas of this Superb Gem proof lightly accent the Indian and bison motifs. A thin layer of champagne-gold color rests over both sides, with occasional blushes of violet on the central devices. Impeccably preserved surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements.(Registry values: N1793)

1577

1937 5C PR68 NGC. Brilliant throughout with deeply reflective mirrors on each side and surfaces that are essentially perfect in terms of their overall preservation. A flashy and immediately attractive proof striking with exceptional eye appeal. Census: 35 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Jefferson Nickels

1578

1946-D 5C MS67 Full Steps PCGS. Ex: Compradore Collection. An amazing Superb Gem with concentric gold, lilac, and green toning on each side. The 1946-D nickel is scarce with full step details on the reverse. Dave Bowers suggests that about 20% of all examples have full steps. This is a pleasing five-step coin. Population: 7 in 67 Full Steps, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

1579

1950-D 5C MS67 Full Steps PCGS. At 2.6 million pieces, the 1950-D Jefferson nickel boasts the lowest business strike mintage of the series. Extensive hoarding occurred, but in the words of Q. David Bowers, "For a sparkling Gem with sharp steps, the adjective scarce can truly be applied." The present specimen is fully struck, with full steps, and delightful wisps of champagne toning on both sides. Population: 6 in 67 Full Steps, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

SMS Jefferson Nickels

1580

1964 5C SMS MS68 Full Steps PCGS. Another example of the elusive 1964 Special Mint Set coinage that was apparently produced to test the finishes of the 1965-1967 SMS sets. The estimate of sets produced ranges from 20 to 50, although some of them may have been lost to attrition. But other sets "may still be out there," as a recent PCGS online article by Jaime Hernandez notes.
This piece shows an amazing, sculptural depth of detail that is uniformly absent on business strikes, yet fully equal to the strike on a proof coin. The finish, however, is nonreflective, with heavy die polishing lines that are a theme with variations on the 1964 SMS coinage. On the reverse not only are the five central steps complete (the bottom sixth step is not), but most of the small steps on the porticos on each side are complete as well. Contact evidence is almost nonexistent, and both sides display pretty lilac and ice-blue coloration. Simply a marvelous coin. The current PCGS online Population Report shows 18 1964 SMS Jeffersons ranging from MS63 (non-Full Steps) to MS68 Full Steps. The present piece in MS68 Full Steps is one of six so certified, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Jefferson Nickels

1581

1939 5C Reverse of 1940 PR67 PCGS. Only a slender percentage of the proof 1939 Jefferson nickels exhibit the sharp, straight steps of 1940, a hub design change that was not fully implemented on proofs until 1941. The present fully struck Superb Gem is lightly toned in pastel gold and sky-blue tints. A small mint-made lintmark near the chin is the sole distraction that precludes perfection. Population: 16 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

1582

1971 5C No S PR69 Cameo NGC. This popular mint error, a necessary acquisition for the serious Registry Set collector, only had an approximate mintage of 1,655 pieces, making it a challenging issue indeed. This specimen exhibits watery, jet-black fields and nicely frosted gray-silver devices. There are no contact marks or hairlines on either side of this pristine Superb Gem nickel. Census: 7 in 69 Cameo, 0 finer in Cameo condition (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Session 3

Colonials

2001

1652 SHILNG Oak Tree Shilling MS63 NGC. Crosby 3-D, Noe-4, W-460, R.4. 71.1 grains. An outstanding Oak Tree shilling type coin, among the finest known for the variety. Well struck for a Noe-4, which is usually quite soft along the lower obverse border. The letters TS between 3 and 4 o'clock and the period at 6 o'clock are the only obverse elements not strongly defined, and the reverse has only minor weakness near 9 o'clock. The denomination and oak tree are impressively sharp. The unblemished surfaces display a satiny sheen when turned beneath a light. Slightly wavy, as struck by rocker dies. The centering is nearly perfect, just off two or three degrees toward 6 o'clock. Listed on page 37 of the 2009 Guide Book.
Ex: Heritage (2/2006), lot 2; Heritage (5/2008), lot 2085; Heritage (2/2009), lot 2.

2002

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Large Planchet MS61 NGC. Noe-2, Crosby 4-F, R.5. 70.4 grains. The "Straight Branches" variety (labeled by NGC as the 'N' Reversed variety, which is not totally incorrect since the N below the tree is indeed reversed) is also included under the No Pellets type. The obverse displays a stiff, upward-pointing tree, unlike any other Pine Tree Shilling die pairing. Like many of its kind, this piece exhibits multiple planchet clips, but these do not obliterate an appreciable amount of the peripheral lettering. The surfaces are a pleasing, natural gunmetal-gray and just a hint of waviness is seen in the flan. Listed on page 37 of the 2009 Guide Book.
Ex: Richard Picker Collection (Stack's, 5/1991), lot 15; Hain Family Collection (Stack's, 1/2002), lot 96.

2003

1766 1/2P Pitt Halfpenny MS63 Brown NGC. Betts-519, Breen-251, W-8350, R.3. Satin luster rolls across this boldly struck and unmarked Pitt halfpenny. Primarily chestnut-gold but lime-green iridescence occupies the legends and rigging. Sir William Pitt, Sr. backed the American colonies in their protests against the Stamp Act, making him a hero for traders on both sides of the Atlantic. This issue is curious for a small R at the end of RESTORER, undoubtedly a last-minute addition to the obverse die to salvage its manufacture. A mint-made slender flan crack is noted at 9 o'clock. Listed on page 48 of the 2009 Guide Book. Census: 1 in 63 Brown, 2 finer (3/09).

2004

1776 Pewter $1 CURENCY MS61 PCGS. Crosby Pl. VIII, Newman 1-C, Breen-1089, W-8445, R.3. Today, we consider the obverse of this design to include the date and sundial with the reverse containing the 13 interlinked rings bearing the state names. In 1875, however, Sylvester S. Crosby considered the obverse and reverse to be exactly opposite. The design of these coins was taken from a similar motif appearing on Colonial Currency notes, prompting the "dollar" description for these coins; however, also suggesting that they may have been a fiat coinage that was intended only as a substitute for paper money, and never intended to have any intrinsic value. In the Whitman Encyclopedia of Colonial and Early American Coins, Q. David Bowers states, "It was likely intended that the pewter Continental dollar coin serve in place of the $1 note during the latter part of 1776." These coins are therefore often collected by those who specialize in silver dollars, and most collectors have waited a long time for just the right example. The Continental Currency coinage is also important from a historical standpoint, bearing the 1776 date of our nation's founding.
This is a remarkable Mint State example of the pewter Continental Currency coinage with the misspelling CURENCY. The surfaces are light gray with considerable prooflike finish. A few minor blemishes are visible on each side; however, the overall aesthetic appeal of this example is quite high. On the obverse, the sun is weakly defined while the opposing portion of the reverse design is similarly weak. Although a few examples are known in brass, copper, and silver, nearly all Continental Currency coins are of pewter composition. Listed on page 81 of the 2009 Guide Book.
Ex: Karl Scheible Collection; Pittsburgh ANA (Heritage, 8/2004), lot 5042.

2005

1776 $1 Continental Dollar, CURENCY, Pewter MS64 PCGS. Crosby Pl. VIII, 15, Newman 1-C, Breen-1089, Hodder 1-A.3, W-8445, R.3. An intermediate die state of the Newman 1-C marriage with a internal cud over GI of FUGIO, but with the die cracks to the left and right of the cud in their preliminary stages. Compare, for example, the Norweb Collection coin, lot 2454 in the March 1988 sale of that collection, with the die cracks well advanced, including a second small internal cud between the second NT of CONTINENTAL. Like most known examples of this issue, this specimen is made of pewter, called Ley Metal at the time they were struck. These have also been called tin, but it seems that pewter composition is the correct description. In the October 2003 sale of the John J. Ford Collection, cataloger Michael Hodder reported on x-ray testing of certain examples, finding that a pewter example was composed of 83.7% tin, 13.3% lead, 1.6% copper, and 1.4% silver or trace elements. This clearly indicates a composition that is known as pewter. Even though the majority of the composition is tin, these pieces should not be called tin.
It is a pleasure to again handle this coin, which began our sale of the Morris Silverman Collection in April 2002. At the time, we noted: "This is an extremely desirable representative of a tin Continental Dollar with CURENCY on the obverse--a misspelling caused by spacing problems when the die was engraved. Both sides are lustrous with a uniformly, if moderately bright sheen that is evident at most angles. The surfaces are tinted in soft slate-gray shades, and every feature is boldly, if not sharply struck. The impression is well centered and all border beads are discernible. A late die state, the obverse exhibits a meandering crack over the left side that is most extensive at the tops of the letters GI in FUGIO. A few trivial abrasions in the center of the obverse are all that keep this exquisite example from a full Gem grade. A tiny, well concealed toning spot at 2 o'clock on the reverse rim is noted for accuracy. Truly an impressive coin, and an important piece of numismatic history that will surely elicit strong bids at auction." Listed on page 81 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 9 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Morris Silverman Collection (Heritage, 4/2002), lot 4001; Jack Lee; Platinum Night (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2002.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2006

1776 $1 Continental Dollar, CURRENCY, Pewter--Obverse Damage--NCS. Unc Details. Newman 2-C, Breen-1092, W-8455, R.3. The new obverse die for the series has CURRENCY spelled correctly. This later die state piece has considerable die rust visible on the reverse. The obverse "damage" reported by NCS is nothing more than a few minor scratches between the two rings at about 3 o'clock. The pewter surfaces have attractive medium-gray patina with considerable brighter gray luster on both sides. This historic and highly desirable piece presents excellent eye appeal. Listed on page 81 of the 2009 Guide Book and on page 239 of the new (2009) Bowers work, Whitman Encyclopedia of Colonial and Early American Coins.

2007

(1785) Bar Copper MS61 Brown NGC. Breen-1145, W-8520, R.4. The designs of the Bar copper resemble no other early American coinage. This anonymous issue first circulated in 1785, in New York. These pieces resemble Continental "buttons"; on the one side are thirteen stripes and on the other side is "U.S.A.", as was seen on the American Continental soldiers' buttons.
The present specimen has the requisite diagnostics of authentic pieces: including a spur from the end of the second bar, and a slender die crack at the center between the bars. There is no sign of wear, and the reddish-brown surfaces are nearly mark-free. Listed on page 69 of the 2009 Guide Book. Census: 2 in 61 Brown, 2 finer (3/09).

2008

1796 TOKEN Myddelton Token, Silver PR64 PCGS. Ex: Aulick, Garrett. Breen-1073, W-8905, R.6. The rare Myddelton token features perhaps the most exquisitely designed motifs of any early American coin or token. The reverse design, which showed Britannia devastated by the loss of the American colony, was presumably unpopular with British officials. The issuer, a P. P. P. Myddelton, was imprisoned in England in 1796 for enticing the emigration of skilled labor to his Kentucky holdings. The present well struck and nearly spot-free Choice proof has attractively toned in aqua and orange shades. Listed on page 73 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 5 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: J. Wiley Aulick Collection (George Cogan, 4/1883), T. Harrison Garrett; John Work Garrett; Johns Hopkins University; Garrett Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, 10/1980), lot 1527.

2009

1796 TOKEN Myddelton Token--Copper Company of Upper Canada Halfpenny Mule PR64 Brown PCGS. Breen-1076, W.-8910, R.7. This is a muling of unrelated token issues. The obverse is the same as the rare and famous Myddelton token, which was struck for a proposed Kentucky settlement. The reverse is a halfpenny token for a Canadian enterprise. The Soho Mint, run by Boulton & Watt, was the maker for both the Myddelton token and the present mule. Robert C. Willey believed they were struck as samples of the Soho Mint's craft. This well struck piece exhibits consistent mahogany-brown toning. Close examination discovers a few minor thin marks, mostly on the left central reverse. Listed on page 73 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 3 in 64 Brown, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Denver Signature (Heritage, 8/2006), lot 5012, which realized $16,100.

2010

1792 1C Washington/Hancock Pattern Cent, Plain Edge AU53 PCGS. Baker-59, Breen-1234, W-10690, R.6. In the recently published Whitman Encyclopedia of Colonial and Early American Coins, Dave Bowers rates this colonial variety as "URS-6" according to his Universal Rarity Scale that was developed for use in his 1993 Silver Dollar Encyclopedia. URS-6 translates to between 17 and 32 pieces known and is quite comparable to Rarity-6 on the Sheldon scale (13 to 30 known). The Universal Rarity Scale begins at URS-1 for a unique coin, with the population doubling for each increment, with some adjustment for round numbers. In the colonial reference, a scale is given through URS-16 (16,000 to 31,999) but the scale could continue infinitely.
Although technically English pieces, and related to other similar pieces of known English origin, these Washington pieces have been highly desired and actively collection in the U.S. since at least the middle 19th century, at a time when some still remembered Washington and his Presidency.
The present remarkable specimen from the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection ranks among the finest known, and it is far finer than any we have handled in the past. The deep brown surfaces exhibit hints of steel-blue and iridescent toning, with a few areas of verdigris and faint corrosion that the Ford cataloger called "cuprous oxide accretions." The strike is excellent and shows detail that is seldom seen on these pieces. Population: 1 in 53, 0 finer (3/09). Listed on page 78 of the 2009 Guide Book.
Ex: F.C.C. Boyd Estate; John J. Ford, Jr. (Stack's, 5/2004), lot 64.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2011

1792 1C Washington Getz Pattern Cent, Small Eagle, Copper XF40 PCGS. Baker-25, W-10775, R.6. 32 mm, plain edge. The dies for this well executed pattern cent were engraved by Peter Getz of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Getz based his designs on those of young Birmingham, England engraver John Gregory Hancock, specifically his 1791 Small Eagle cent (Baker-16). The reverse legend was changed from ONE CENT to UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, since silver strikings were intended, perhaps to serve as a half dollar, as suggested by Walter Breen. The reverse for this design replicates the Great Seal. It is believed that the coins were actually struck in Harper's coachhouse on 6th Street in Philadelphia. This historic structure housed the U.S. Mint's machinery in 1792 before the first Mint building was occupied. This building was also the location for the striking of the 1792 half dismes.
This piece shows lovely chocolate-brown patina. The only planchet flaw of any note is an angling depression from the first T in STATES down through star 1 and beyond. Post-strike flaws that are worthy of note are a diagonal mark across Washington's temple and three tiny rim nicks, two at the 6 o'clock position and one at 7 o'clock, all convenient markers for pedigree tracing. According to the 1999 Rulau-Fuld revision of the classic Baker reference, circa 30 pieces are known for Baker-25.
Silver pieces were also struck from the dies with various edge designs, as were large flan (36 mm) copper pieces. Breen speculated that this coinage was completed prior to December 21, 1791, despite the date, in order to have examples available for Robert Morris to pass out as samples to congressmen when his coinage bill was introduced. However, Washington disapproved of presidential portraits on U.S. coins, which he considered monarchical, and congressional legislation to establish the United States Mint was modified to instead use "a device emblematic of liberty." This bill was passed and signed into law by President Washington on April 2, 1792. Population: 1 in 40, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Denver Signature (Heritage, 8/2006), lot 5015, which realized $43,125.

2012

1781 Libertas Americana Medal MS64 Brown PCGS. Betts-615. Copper. A famous and historic Paris Mint medal issue that later inspired the Liberty Cap types of the half cent and cent. Struck in 1783, but dated 1776, 1777, and 1781, the final date representing the Battle of Yorktown. This satiny near-Gem has consistent light chocolate-brown toning, and the strike is unimprovable. A loupe reveals a few delicate hair-thin field marks, in addition to a faint patch of hairlines beneath the M in AMERICA. At 47.7 mm, the present medal is too large in diameter to fit within a standard PCGS holder. However, the PCGS grading insert is included in the lot, along with a photo certificate from PCGS. The medal and certificate are housed within a custom-designed white Capital-style holder. PCGS has certified four copper Libertas Americana medals, three as MS64 Brown and one as MS65 Brown (3/09).

Half Cents

2013

1793 1/2 C AU50 NGC. C-2, B-2, R.3. Part of a total mintage of 35,334 pieces in 1793, the C-2 is considered the second rarest variety of the date. The variety is characterized by a long numeral 7 in the date and the position of the letter L above the brow on the obverse, with the reverse fraction crowded between the ribbon ends. An early appearance of this variety was in the Richard B. Winsor Collection (S.H. & H. Chapman, 12/1895), lot 1001. The lot description reads, "1793 Large 7 in date; head farther from Liberty and in lower relief than above. Rev. same as last. Uncirculated. Only the slightest touch of cabinet friction on cheek. Beautiful light olive. See plate." The coin sold for $12.50, a strong price for the time.
The present coin displays glossy-brown surfaces on both sides. The fields are devoid of significant contact marks. All design features are well defined, including the inner border on each side. The reverse is rotated clockwise about 15 degrees. This specimen exhibits excellent technical quality and aesthetic appeal for an early half cent. EAC 40.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2014

1793 1/2 C AU53 NGC. C-4, B-4, R.3. The final variety coined in the summer of 1793, the C-4 half cent has the same obverse used on C-3, with a previously unused reverse. By a very slight margin, C-4 is the most common of all four die varieties for the year, although each 1793 variety is rated Rarity-3. There are possibly as many as two dozen examples of this variety in AU or Mint State grades, each equal to this piece or slightly finer. Smooth medium brown surfaces have micro-granularity with a few other planchet fissures. The surfaces have traces of pale blue and iridescent patina on each side. EAC 45.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2015

1793 1/2 C AU58 PCGS. C-4, B-4, Low R.3. Manley Die State 2.0, with the die defect atop the 7. Thomas Jefferson made the half cent the lowest denomination in the 1784 Notes on Coinage that he submitted to the federal government. Eventually, after much delay and Congressional inaction, Jefferson's proposal emerged as the Mint Act of April 2, 1792. David Rittenhouse, Adam Eckfeldt, and Robert Birch combined to execute the design of the small copper coin with Birch and Joseph Wright engraving the dies. By May 1793 over 30,000 copper half cent planchets had been prepared and on July 20 the Philadelphia Mint coined its first 7,000 specimens. Mint employees produced a further 24,934 pieces on July 26 and the final 3,400 examples on September 18. Having delivered a total of 35,344 1793 half cents, the Mint closed on the latter date so that its staff could flee Philadelphia and its annual yellow fever epidemic.
This is an impressively sharp and smooth representative of this popular single-year type. Chocolate-brown dominates both sides, with a glimpse of deeper brown toning present on the lower left obverse and central reverse. Liberty's cheek and forehead display a hint of friction, but the designs are exquisitely impressed aside from minor softness on a few letters in AMERICA. Marks are minor for the grade, and the only identifiers are two faint, superficial marks behind the cap, and two blemishes of similar small size below and between AM of AMERICA. These are inconspicuous because of subsequent natural toning, and the quality and significance of the present piece remains irrefutable. EAC 50.(Registry values: P8)

2016

1793 1/2 C MS64 Brown PCGS. C-4, B-4, R.3. Die State III. The half cents of 1793 were modeled on the famous Libertas Americana medals, struck at the Paris Mint in 1783. The design was suggested by Benjamin Franklin as a commemoration of American liberty, of course, and the dies were modeled by Augustin Dupré. On those medals, a flowing hair portrait of a young woman faces to the left, with her hair finely engraved and flowing out behind her. A pole behind supports a cap symbolizing liberty, a symbol whose origins date to antiquity.
Although President Washington and, more directly, Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson were involved in a search for talented European engravers including the Swiss artist Pierre Droz, the effort was fruitless. A talented New Jersey native, Joseph Wright, was engaged for the post of Mint engraver, but Wright sadly died of yellow fever within a few months. Wright is believed to have modeled the obverse for the 1793 Liberty Cap half cents before he died, however, and he is also believed to have modeled a device punch for the 1793 Liberty Cap cents. (Breen's Complete Encyclopedia attributes the obverse of the Liberty Cap half cents to Adam Eckfeldt, working from sketches by David Rittenhouse, but most others attribute them to Wright.) The reverse for the half cents is believed to have been developed by Henry Voigt.
Because of the onerous requirement that the assayer, chief coiner, and treasurer each post a $10,000 surety bond before gold or silver deposits could be accepted for coinage, only copper coins were produced in 1793, in the form of cents and half cents. The half cents were manufactured only from July 20 to Sept. 18, 1793, to the extent of 35,334 pieces, and today the average survivor among the several hundred known is typically well worn.
This near-Gem survivor is a historic and high-grade example of those first half cents. The Cohen-4 is the most frequently encountered of the four 1793 half cent varieties. It is distinguished by the relatively straight cap of Liberty, short 7 in the date, and the longest stems on the lower reverse. Most of the mintage of 3,400 pieces delivered on Sept. 18 are thought to be from this die state. Walter Breen believed that many of this variety were saved as souvenirs of the first year of issue and the first design of the denomination. The Condition Census would seem to bear that out, as there are a number of high grade examples known.
This is a particularly well-defined coin that shows finely detailed hair on Liberty. The leaves on the reverse are not all completely brought up, but several display full venation. The surfaces are unusually bright and glossy, with only the slightest area of planchet flaking evident on the right side of the reverse. A very shallow scratch is seen from the center of the obverse to the right rim near 3 o'clock. The diagnostic rust marks are evident in the left obverse field, but they of course have no effect on the coin's grade as all C-4 coins exhibit them to one degree or another. One of the finest 1793 half cents certified by any third-party service: the finest at NGC is a single AU58, while at PCGS this MS64 Brown piece is one of four so certified, with three finer (3/09). EAC 60.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 30088.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2017

1794 1/2 C MS61 Brown NGC. C-4a, B-6b, R.3. Manley Die State 3.0. Prominent clashmarks include what appears to be the letter I on Liberty's neck, actually from the L in HALF. The usual Small Letters Edge subvariety, visible in the present case due to the newfangled NGC holder. A medium brown example with slightly lighter color on the highpoints of the leaves. Liberty's cheekbone has a small mint-made lamination, but abrasions are difficult to find and of only trivial consequence. Luster shimmers across the devices, which are splendidly defined. Two widely different wreath styles were used on 1794 half cents, a fact omitted from the Guide Book. EAC 50.(Registry values: P7)

2018

1794 1/2 C MS65 Brown NGC. C-9, B-9, R.2. Nine different varieties are known for the 1794 half cent coinage, with six additional subvarieties that are distinguished by either large or small edge letters. Few survive in Mint State grades. The C-9 die marriage features a head of Liberty with hair in much higher relief than normal. This obverse, with the 4 in the date almost touching the bust, was used for three varieties, C-7, 8, and 9. The reverse is Breen's "Heavy Wreath" type, showing five berries on the left wreath branch and four on the right. There is no berry below F in OF or between F A. The top of the 1 in the fraction touches the left ribbon. This is the same reverse as 1794 C-2a/2b, but later.
The sharp strike is evident on both sides, with tiny flan marks in the obverse and reverse fields. The flan marks remain from the original planchet stock before the planchet was cut, and well before the coin was minted. Both sides have sharp and even borders, with exceptional head and hair relief on the obverse. The reverse is also bold, with several leaves showing complete venation.
Both sides have exceptional surfaces with splendid walnut-brown color and full luster. Traces of original red mint luster adhere to the obverse surface along and between the dentil tips. A tiny nick on the cheek is the only readily visible pedigree marker on either side
From a late die state with clash marks surrounding Liberty, in front of the face and neck, below the bust, through the lower hair curls, and above the cap. A fine die crack connects the tops of IBERTY. Census for the date: 3 in 65 Brown, 1 finer (3/09). EAC 60+.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2019

1795 1/2 C Lettered Edge MS62 Brown PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.2. Manley Die State 1.0. PCGS has labeled this half cent as a Mint Error for its defective planchet. An intricately struck chocolate-brown Liberty Cap half cent that has satin luster and unabraded surfaces. Several slender fissures cross the obverse, but they are as made and were present on the planchet prior to the strike. Although considered the same type as the 1794, the bust of Liberty is smaller on the 1795 and has a shorter truncation. Mint State 1795 half cents are rarely encountered, and those in search of outstanding technical quality need look no further. EAC 50. Population: 1 in 62, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6)

2020

1795 1/2 C Lettered Edge MS63 Brown PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.2. Ex: Hesselgesser. The usual early die state with perfect dies before sinking develops through AME in AMERICA. The Lettered Edge 1795 half cents could be called the "only real" 1795 half cents, as they were actually struck in 1795. The Plain Edge pieces were apparently all produced in 1796.
A boldly detailed example with extraordinary golden-brown and tan surfaces, the luster is still evident on both sides. Although the strike was not perfectly centered, all of the border details on both sides can still be seen. EAC 45.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2021

1796 1/2 C With Pole AU55 PCGS. C-2, B-2, High R.4. Breen State I. Manley State 1.0. EAC 45. An early die state with repunching of the 9 clear. The existing population of 1796 half cents is too small to clearly establish distinct die states or a suitable emission sequence.
The 1796 half cent is the classic rarity of the denomination from a mintage of just 1,390 coins. Perhaps 10% of those coins still exist today, nearly all in very low grades. We estimate the existence of about 25 No Pole coins and perhaps 120 With Pole coins.
Certain issues, such as the 1796 half cent and the 1901-S quarter, are known in high grade and low grade, but virtually unknown between these extremes. Nearly all known 1796 half cents, of both varieties, exist in Mint State and also below Fine. Those that grade VF, XF, and AU, such as this piece, are extremely rare.
Walter Breen described two subvarieties for the With Pole pieces, struck on rolled copper planchets or on spoiled cents. His spoiled cent subvariety, like the thick planchet 1795 coins, should weigh at least 100 grains, compared to the 84 grain standard for the issue. To date, we are only aware of a single thick planchet piece, discussed in Breen's Half Cent Encyclopedia.
This lovely example has reflective fields on both sides, with excellent luster. Aside from the usual minor abrasions resulting from brief circulation, the surfaces are exceptional. Slight weakness is evident at the center of the reverse, but all other design elements are bold. EAC 50.
Ex: Julian Leidman; Jim McGuigan; Benson Collection Sale (Goldberg Coins, 2/2002), lot 32; Stuart Levine (2/2002).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P9)

2022

1797 1/2 C 1 Above 1, Plain Edge MS65 Brown NGC. C-1, B-1, R.2. This is a remarkable example from the Eliasberg Collection, and while not the finest known for the variety, it is clearly among the best. It is the finest certified example, and it is also a dramatic and highly popular variety. Regardless of the variety, few high quality half cents of 1797 are known. In fact, this example is one of just 11 Uncirculated 1797 half cents (of any variety) listed in Walter Breen's Encyclopedia of United States Half Cents. Although that reference was published a quarter-century ago and much has changed in the numismatic scene since that time, the information contained therein still provides a good general indication of the importance of such pieces.
The 1797 1 Above 1 is the most plentiful variety of the date, with a small number of Mint State pieces known, and a number of others in XF and AU grades. When the die was made, the date was first started too high, crowding the bust of Liberty. Attempts were made to remove the errant date before repunching the digits in their correct position. Nearly the entire digit 1 remains visible from the original date, in the space above the final digit 1. Remnants of the other digits are also visible. This example is an early die state, struck just before Manley Die State 2.0. The obverse crack through the right side of B is visible, but there is no trace of the bulge left of L. Faint obverse clash marks are also evident.
The surfaces are lustrous with frosty medium brown color and traces of original red. The obverse is sharply defined, although slight low areas appear on Liberty's cheek. The reverse has some weakness in parts of the wreath. The impression is well centered with full borders, although they are narrow in places. This is the only MS65 half cent of the date that NGC has certified in any color. The only finer piece is a single MS66 Red and Brown (3/09). EAC 60.
Ex: Harlan P. Smith (S.H. & H. Chapman, 5/1906), lot 1195; J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996), lot 409.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2023

1802/0 1/2 C Reverse of 1800 VG8 PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.6. One of the classic rarities in the half cent series, the 1802 Reverse of 1800 variety is a distinct Guide Book type that is represented by a single die pair. The extant population of this variety is less than 20 coins, and the finest of them barely reaches VF. In terms of absolute numbers, it is rarer than the 1796 No Pole half cent, and has a lower overall Condition Census. As part of the Draped Bust series, it commands a lower price.
This impressive piece has dark brown surfaces with few scratches or other blemishes. The left obverse field has a shallow depression, and the reverse has light porosity. However, its overall quality is excellent. This piece will surely see active bidding from specialists and trophy hunters. EAC 7.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2024

1828 1/2 C 13 Stars MS65 Red NGC. C-3, B-2, R.1. Misattributed as C-1 on the NGC holder. The C-3 diagnostics are: the 2 in the date appears low in comparison to 18, star 7 is repunched, the highest leaf extends just past the last S in STATES, and a defect joins the left top of H in HALF to the leaf.
Reddish-copper luster resides on both sides of this lovely Gem half cent, and a well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design features. Close inspection reveals no significant contact marks or spots. In sum, a sharp 13 Stars half cent. EAC 64. Census for the date: 1 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Bowers and Merena (8/2006), lot 62.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Large Cents

2025

1793 Chain 1C AMERICA VF30 PCGS. S-3, B-4, Low R.3. The bust line is straight, and the R in LIBERTY is large, high, and leaning right. On the reverse AMERICA is spelled out in its entirety. The Sheldon-3 is the most common Chain cent variety, comprising perhaps half of all known examples of the Chain subtype. The charcoal-brown surfaces are a bit glossy, but free of active corrosion. A few shallow adjustment marks are observed on the right side of the obverse, but they are quite faint to the unaided eye. Overall, this example strikes the viewer as being evenly worn, with a few small blemishes that are insignificant for the grade. A nice midgrade example for a similarly graded date or variety set. EAC 20.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2026

1793 Chain 1C Periods VF25 PCGS. S-4, B-5, R.3. A medium brown example of this extensively pursued and conditionally rare first year, single year type. Liberty has substantial hair definition, and all peripheral legends are clear save for the period after the date. The reverse border has a whisper of verdigris, the neck has a small mark, and the reverse rim is moderately abraded between 6 and 8 o'clock. Overall, the condition is exemplary for a Chain cent, which are typically encountered well worn and corroded. Certified in a green label holder. EAC 15.(Registry values: P5)

2027

1793 Chain 1C Periods AU50 NGC. S-4, B-5, R.3. Die State III. The periods on the obverse after the date and LIBERTY identify this die marriage, which is less often encountered in better grades than the "Leaning R" Sheldon-3. The L and B are too low, the LI nearly touch, and the R is a corrected B. Moderate wear on Liberty's ear and the nearby curls define the grade, while the peripheral details and low relief hair are splendidly detailed. All legends are bold, including UNITED STATES OF AMERICA which in much lower circulated grades vanishes due to the lack of a prominently raised rim. In this die state two die cracks meet near the rim behind the lower curls, and several of the letters of LIBERTY are connected by a die crack through their bases.
In the catalog of the fabled Walt Husak Collection (Heritage, 2/2008, lot 2003), we noted:

"The engraver of this obverse included periods after the date and LIBERTY. The engraving style is entirely different from the previous obverse dies, and it is likely that the Periods obverse is from a different hand. Walter Breen believed that similarities between this piece and the 1792 pattern quarter [Judd-12, 13], which also has periods as part of the design, point to Joseph Wright as the engraver."

The rich mahogany-brown surfaces are smooth and lack the granularity or verdigris that usually accompanies survivors of this famous inaugural type. The reverse has a few minor rim dings, and a couple of faded and small marks are noted in the obverse field near the date and Liberty's nose. An impressive example that challenges the lower ranks of the Condition Census for the die marriage. EAC 35.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2028

1793 1C Wreath Cent, Vine and Bars XF45 PCGS. S-5, B-6, R.4. This distinctive variety has large letters in LIBERTY that span nearly the entire space between the top of Liberty's head and the border. Every other Wreath cent variety has small letters in LIBERTY. The reverse has a small and compact ribbon bow that is also distinctive, although the reverse die was ultimately used with four different obverse dies. Pleasing olive and medium brown surfaces have darker bluish patina on the reverse. A few natural planchet fissures are evident on the obverse, with minuscule abrasions on each side. EAC 30.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2029

1793 1C Wreath Cent, Vine and Bars AU55 PCGS. S-10, B-10, R.4. The obverse border at about 2 o'clock has a minor flaw in the beads that provides immediate identification of the variety. It is somewhat weakly detailed at the center reverse, with the letters in ONE CENT mushy and somewhat ill-defined. This piece has wonderful olive-brown surfaces with excellent sharpness of about AU50. The surfaces are pleasing, with only a few minuscule abrasions and a couple of pit marks that remain from the original planchet. Bill Noyes grades this piece VF35 with the sharpness of XF40, but it is clearly finer than that. Noyes lists the piece as tied for ninth finest known. Unlisted in Del Bland's Census, although we feel it would have ranked similarly in his roster. EAC 45.
Noyes photo number 34273. Ex: Tom Reynolds (1996 ANA).(Registry values: N4719)

2030

1793 1C Wreath Cent, Lettered Edge MS64 Brown PCGS. S-11c, B-16c, Low R.3. The Bareford 1793 S-11c Lettered Edge Wreath cent is considered the finest known example of the variety and the only one known in Mint State, according to large cent researchers Del Bland and Bill Noyes. They both carry this piece in their Census listings as MS60.

Three Edge Types

The S-11 die combination was used to coin three distinctly different subvarieties, each with its own special edge treatment. The first of these coins, the S-11a, has the Vine and Bars edge type, the same as all Chain cents and all earlier Wreath cents. Next are the lettered edge coins with two leaves following the word DOLLAR. Known as S-11b, its special edge design is not known on any other large cent varieties or types. The third edge type is S-11c, the type of this coin, with a single leaf after the word DOLLAR. This final edge type continued in use for all remaining lettered edge cents.
Once the dies were engraved and placed in the press, all remaining planchets that were on hand with the Vine and Bars edge were struck. Remember that the edge lettering was placed on each planchet in a separate process from striking. As these coins were being struck, additional blanks were prepared with the lettered edge. The two leaves planchets were intermingled with the one leaf planchets, and struck without regard to the edge. The result is examples of S-11b and S-11c in mixed die states.

Amazing Quality

The Bareford 1793 S-11c Wreath cent is an impressive piece, considered to be the single finest known example from the Sheldon-11 dies. It is not perfectly centered, imperceptibly off center to 9 o'clock, although the complete beaded border can still be seen on each side. Some beads along the left obverse and reverse are partially off the flan. The strike is bold with all of the delicate details completely defined. Full frosty mint luster is visible on each side, with a complete cartwheel effect. The surfaces have incredible light brown color, exactly what any collector would want. Some minor planchet lamination is evident on the reverse, but of little consequence other than service as a pedigree marker.

Early Die State

All three edges are known in early die states, while just the S-11b and 11c are known in later die states. The present coin is one of the first produced after the Vine and Bars pieces were completed. There is no evidence of any clash marks or other die defects on either side.

An Impressive Pedigree

A remarkable coin that first appeared in the collection of Dr. Charles Clay from Manchester, England. W.H. Strobridge sold his coins at auction in December 1871 (lot 701, $67.50). The buyer at that sale was James E. Root, who enjoyed the coin for several years until his death in the late 1870s. Edward Cogan handled the Root coins at auction in December 1878 (lot 231, $42). At the time, the price must have seemed like a bargain to Lorin G. Parmelee, the Boston bean baker, who began his collecting by searching through the daily receipts of his business. Parmelee went on to form one of the most impressive cabinets of his time. His numismatic recipe was the purchase of complete collections from others. He would then pick coins he needed, or upgrades of coins he already owned, and sell the balance at auction, usually under the original collector's name. New York Coin and Stamp Company sold the Parmelee Collection in an auction held in June 1890 (lot 673, $80).
The venerable Chapman brothers, Samuel Hudson and Henry, purchased this cent from the sale, either on their own account or as an agent of the next owner, John G. Mills.
A native of Albany, New York, Mills resided in a hotbed of numismatics in the late 19th and early 20th century. When the Chapmans sold his collection in April 1904 (lot 1232, $130), the buyer was Carl Wurtzbach, a cousin of Virgil Brand. Brand financed Wurtzbach's collecting interest, and in return was able to buy the entire Wurtzbach large cent collection. Although not a household name, even among advanced copper collectors, Sheldon considered Wurtzbach to be every bit the equal of contemporary collectors Henry Hines, George Clapp, and Howard Newcomb.
Brand was born in Germany, and made his fortune in his Chicago brewing business. An accumulator by nature, Brand amassed a holding in excess of 300,000 numismatic items. Although he died in 1926, remnants of the Brand Collection were still coming on the market nearly 60 years later.
The buyer of the Brand large cents was Harold Bareford, who acquired the holdings in a private transaction via New Netherlands Coin Company. The preeminent New York City coin dealers from the 1940s through the 1960s, New Netherlands had ceased operations by the time Bareford's coins came to market. Stack's sold portions of the collection in several sales, including their September 1978 "Autumn Sale" (lot 502, $16,000). At the Stack's sale, W.M. "Jack" Stone bought the coin for his inventory at Hub Stamp and Coin Company in Boston. EAC 60.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2031

1793 1C Liberty Cap Fine 12 PCGS. S-14, B-17, Low R.5. The Bisecting Crack variety. All known examples of this variety have the prominent obverse crack that bisects the die from 12 o'clock to 5:30. This crack apparently developed during the engraving process before a single coin was struck. Although shy of problem-free quality, this example is far finer than the typical 1793 Liberty Cap cent, regardless of the variety. Both sides have light olive to the left and deeper chocolate-brown to the right. Slight corrosion is evident, and a rim bump can be seen below the date. EAC 10.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2032

1793 1C Liberty Cap VF20 PCGS. S-14, B-17, Low R.5. Die State II. This Liberty Cap pairing is known as the Bisecting Crack variety for obvious reasons, as all known examples show that feature running from the center of the E in LIBERTY downward through Liberty's earlobe and to the right of the 3 in the date. The I in LIBERTY is high, and the B is below the E and R on either side. The shoulder loop is faint, as is the date although well discernible. On the reverse, which is shared with the S-13, S-16, and NC-6 varieties, a leaf triplet is directly beneath the O(F).
The Sheldon-14 is the second most common of the six 1793 Liberty Cap varieties, although at Low R.5 it is much more elusive than the S-13, at Low R.4. About 70 examples of the S-14 are estimated to exist, a population that has changed little since Dr. William Sheldon published Early American Cents (the forerunner of 1958's Penny Whimsy) in 1949.
This example has even chocolate-brown coloration, with little relevant contact on the obverse. Some small abrasions dot the center reverse, which is also somewhat weakly struck. The peripheral devices, border beads, and wreath are all pleasingly well detailed, however. In this die state, some clash marks are visible at Liberty's throat from the leaves on the reverse. This piece, while not in the Condition Census by any means, is likely about in the middle of the certified population for the type. EAC 12.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2033

1794 1C Head of 1794 MS62 Brown PCGS. S-28, B-10, High R.2. Die State IV. An exceptionally pleasing 1794 cent. Struck on a tight, smooth planchet that shows almost no porosity. Just a couple of isolated areas of porosity are seen around the margin of the reverse. It is believed that 15,000 S-28 cents were struck on March 5-7, 1794. The striking details are exceptionally strong on the obverse with only minor weakness on the reverse. While labeled by PCGS as a Brown coin, there is a considerable presence of mint red still in evidence just beneath the light overlay of brown. A small mark is located near the obverse rim at 3:30, and there is a tiny dig over the I in AMERICA on the reverse. A superior example of this variety. EAC 55.
Ex: Heritage (8/2006), lot 5035.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2034

1794 1C Head of 1794 MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. S-26, B-16, R.2. The Red and Brown designation for early coppers is coveted; especially so on the cents of 1794, where survivors retaining any degree of mint-red coloration are seldom encountered. The numbers substantiate this claim: as of (3/09) PCGS has certified only 23 1794 cents with the Red and Brown label, regardless of variety or numerical grade. Furthermore, none have ever achieved the full Red designation in over 20 years of professional coin grading by PCGS. Of course both the NGC Census Report and the PCGS Population Report are not always completely accurate, for a variety of reasons, but the numbers are useful as a guide. Early copper specialists, however, are much more interested in condition census information than the population data of third party certification companies. The current coin is the Clapp-Eliasberg specimen, which Noyes considers to be tied with the Sheldon coin as the finest known. The Eliasberg pedigree is noted on the PCGS holder, which is of the earlier generation, green label type.
Identifying a 1794 cent as the S-26 variety is relatively easy, especially in the later die states where the reverse exhibits two prominent die cracks. William Sheldon, in his ground breaking treatise on early large cents, Penny Whimsy, provides exacting detail of these die flaws: "The O in OF has a short, curved projection from its left side, which is always present. Nearly all specimens have a break through E of STATES to the point of the upper left leaf. Most specimens, certainly two-thirds, have a heavy break from the first S of STATES to the C of CENT. Many clash marks, or traces of injury to the die are present. There are five berries on the left and six on the right branch. The fraction bar is long and pointed at both ends." This reverse, identified in the Breen reference as reverse die "J," was only used on the S-26 die marriage, thus simplifying attribution. Sheldon called this the "Severed Hair Strands" variety, due to the detached curls at the back of Liberty's head. This phenomenon was caused by excessive die grinding or polishing. Breen's Encyclopedia of Early United States Cents 1793-1814 describes eight die states for S-26, with the current coin being Die State VII.
The astonishing aesthetic qualities of this early cent are memorable. When rotated under a light source, the original red mint bloom pierces through the mellowed reddish-brown patination. The uninterrupted luster is satiny and consistent throughout. Other than a few toning spots, hardly worthy of mention, the surfaces appear to be free of defects. This well centered piece displays some minor rim weakness between 1 o'clock and 3 o'clock on the obverse, which is mentioned here only for the sake of accuracy. A splendid early copper with an impressive provenance, a beauty not to be missed. Population: 2 in 66 Red and Brown, none finer (3/09). EAC 63.
Ex: George Seavey; William H. Strobridge (1873 sale), lot 221; Lorin G. Parmelee, (New York Coin & Stamp Co., 6/1890), lot 686; J.F. Anger; John G. Mills, (S.H. & H. Chapman sale, 4/1904), lot 1238; George H. Earle, Jr., (Henry Chapman, 6/1912), lot 3376; John H. Clapp (2/1942); Louis Eliasberg, Sr., (Bowers & Merena, 5/1996), lot 492; Anthony Terranova; Stack's (9/2005), lot 473.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2035

1794 1C Starred Reverse Good 4 PCGS. S-48, B-38, R.5. The Starred Reverse is one of the most famous single-die-pair Guide Book varieties, a rarity in any grade and avidly pursued. Each side of this well-circulated example has deep teak-brown surfaces with extensive fine granularity. The reverse is more weakly defined than the obverse, owing to the shallowness of the engraving on the reverse die; while the center is soft to the point that most die state diagnostics are obscured, the peripheries and the eponymous 94 small stars therein are comparatively sharp. In sum, an important coin that should hold a place of honor in whatever cabinet next holds it. EAC 4.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2036

1795 1C Lettered Edge MS65 Brown PCGS. S-75, B-3, R.3. Breen Die State IV, but without the triple clash mark beneath S O. Sheldon-75 is the most available Lettered Edge variety for the date, although the Lettered Edge cents of 1795 are scarcer than their Plain Edge counterparts. Even without inspection of the edge, S-75 is immediately identifiable by the lengthy spine from the leaf beneath the T in UNITED. Similar spines from the N in UNITED, the C and T in CENT, the right ribbon end, and the leaf beneath the second T in STATES suggest that the die engraver was not having his best day.
This piece is a splendid golden-brown Gem with shimmering luster and an unabraded appearance. Minute planchet flaws are present on the lower left obverse field and on the field inside the wreath, but they are unimportant and of Mint origin. Two tiny gray spots on the nose serve as an identifier for this high grade representative. The 95 in the date and the T in LIBERTY exhibit slight strike doubling, but the overall strike is exceptional, with no soft areas on the legends, portrait, or wreath. Traces of faded mint red reside in selected recesses, such as between the pole and bust.
A sizeable majority of remaining S-75 cents are dark, rough, and worn, and near-pristine examples are of significant interest to specialists as well as early type collectors. The present coin is among the finest certified examples of the S-75 variety. PCGS has certified seven pieces as MS65 Brown and an additional four coins as MS65 Red and Brown, but none are certified as Red or in grades above MS66 (3/09). Bill Noyes grades this piece MS60 and places in a 12th-place tie in his Census. Del Bland also grades the coin MS60 and places it in a 12th-place tie in his Census. EAC 60.
Ex: John G. Mills (S.H. and H. Chapman, 1904), lot 1246; S.H. Chapman; later, Dr. James O. Sloss (1958); R.E. Naftzger, Jr. (1986); Herman Halpern (Stack's, 3/1988), lot 109; Superior (2/1999), lot 1997; Heritage (1/2007), lot 773.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2037

1796 1C Reverse of 1796 MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. S-93, B-34, R.3. Die State VII. A late die state, although Breen's descriptions in his Large Cent Encyclopedia fail to correspond exactly with this coin. The obverse has light clash marks that are beginning to fade. The reverse has numerous cracks through and about ERICA, the right ribbon end and stem, and the fraction, along with clash marks in that area. It appears that the die has splintered in the area of the fraction and right ribbon end, with several tiny die cracks intermingled among the clash marks.
The evidence presented by this specimen indicates it was struck on a "concavo-convex" blank, more simply described as a cupped or dished flan, usually known as a "Coltman" blank. Breen notes: "Coltman blanks are readily identifiable: the coins made from them have the border on one side rounded with missing dentils, clear dentils on the other side, and they normally come dark."
An early supplier of copper was Mr. Thomas Clifford, a Philadelphia merchant, who sold nearly a ton of the metal to the Mint in February 1796. He recommended the firm of his father-in-law, William Coltman, who represented The Governor & Company of Copper Miners, able to furnish ready-made planchets. The firm operated in Wales, just east of Swansea. Coltman's firm sent over 11 tons of copper, in sheets and blanks, arriving on October 16, 1796. The blanks were described as cupped, as rough as cast iron, and discolored, necessitating an extra step of cleaning each blank before it was usable. Elias Boudinot sent a complaint to the firm a few days later and refused to buy any more of its product.
The obverse and reverse are illustrated in Noyes (1991 and 2007). Del Bland and Bill Noyes both grade this coin MS65, while our own interpretation of EAC grading standard suggest a grade of MS63. Regardless of the grade assigned, this is the single finest known example of the variety. This specimen is the only MS65 1796 Draped Bust cent in Bland's Census, regardless of variety. Noyes records similar examples of S-103 and S-110. In a word, this piece is incredible, the finest known 1796 S-93 cent, and one of the finest 1796 Draped Bust cents, regardless of variety. Even the majority of the S-119 cents from the Nichols Find are no finer, although the Nichols Find coins are on planchets with an entirely different texture or fabric.
Both sides are splendid light brown with ample original mint red that is slightly brighter near the obverse devices. The usual planchet marks remain on both sides, in the fields and on the devices, but they are especially evident on the obverse. Slight doubling is evident beneath the chin. The obverse has a thin dark toning line diagonally up to the right in the right obverse field, and a small dark steel spot on the bust near the junction with the throat. EAC 63.
Ex: Francis H. Lee (circa 1913); Essex Institute (Stack's, 2/1975), lot 137, $6,500; R.E. Naftzger, Jr. (2/1992); Eric Streiner (5/1992); John Whitney (Stack's, 5/1999), lot 1725, $36,800; Anthony Terranova.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2038

1797 1C Reverse of 1797, Stems MS65 Brown PCGS. S-135, B-5, High R.3. Several hundred high grade examples of 1796- and 1797-dated large cents exist today, due to the activities of Benjamin Goodhue and his descendants. Numismatic lore relates Goodhue, a congressman from 1789-1796 and a senator from 1796-1800, purchased a 1,000-piece bag of cents in 1797 directly from the Mint. Goodhue's daughters reportedly inherited this hoard of cents when he died in 1814, and the family held the coins for many years.
By the late 1850s, when coin collecting became popular in the United States, the hoard seems to have passed to a gentleman named David Nichols, of Gallows Hill, Massachusetts. Nichols reportedly distributed the coins through various channels during the years between 1858 and 1863, by which time the hoard was completely dispersed.
The story of this numismatic windfall was well known to the collecting fraternity, and early catalogers often referred to Goodhue when a particularly attractive specimen of these dates was sold at auction. For example, an early auction appearance of a 1797 large cent took place in the Fifth Semi-Annual Sale (Woodward, 10/1864), lot 622. Woodward's description reads, "1797 Bright and uncirculated, almost proof, from the Goodhue hoard, now very rare." Later catalogers tended to associate the hoard with Nichols, and it is best known as the "Nichols Find" today.
The cents from the Nichols Find were struck on high-quality planchets manufactured by Matthew Boulton in Birmingham, England. Coins from the Nichols Find have characteristically smooth, glossy surfaces because of these superior planchets. The planchets arrived in April 1797, but the Mint closed for the summer, due to the epidemic of yellow fever, before any of the cents were struck. When the Mint resumed coinage in November, a large mintage of cents was accomplished, including some coins dated 1796. Goodhue must have purchased his bag of cents sometime after November 22, 1797, as this was the first date on which coins were delivered by the coiner.
The present coin is a representative of the S-135 variety, with an evenly spaced date, six berries on each wreath branch, and a wide 100 in the fraction on the reverse. Experts believe approximately 70 examples of S-135 exist in Mint State today. The coin is sharply struck overall, with just a touch of softness on the central hair curls and the high points of the leaves on the reverse. The coin is struck slightly off-center: The dentils are exceptionally long on the lower right obverse and upper right reverse. The surfaces are glossy light brown, with hints of original red around the dentils. A few flakes of obverse porosity are noted. Eye appeal is outstanding. EAC 63. Population: 8 in 65 Brown, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2039

1799 1C VF30 PCGS. S-189, R.2. The 1799 cent is easily one of the most famous and highly coveted of all U.S. coins, and the scarcest date among all of the early large cents. Rare above AU50, the vast majority of survivors are in the Good to Fine grade range. This is the date that began Joseph Mickley on his collecting odyssey in the 19th century. The story goes that 17-year old Mickley wanted a coin of his birth year, 1799. He found it to be a very difficult task even in 1816, and the pursuit of this coin led him along other numismatic avenues until he eventually became known as the "Father of American Coin Collecting."
This coin has an exceptional appearance for a 1799 cent. The surfaces are smooth and neither porous nor glossy, showing even charcoal-brown coloration overall. The digits in the date are all slightly soft along the bottom edges, but LIBERTY is well defined, as usual for the Breen 2-C dies. A few minor field marks are noted, with the most noticeable ones being located, respectively, near Liberty's mouth and, on the reverse, between N and T and directly below the first S in STATES. The die chip in the field between the E of ONE and the T of CENT is strong, although the lower left edge of it is slightly attenuated by one of the small abrasions referenced above. This is the one of the finest 1799 cents that we have seen in recent years. At VF30, it is tied with several other pieces as a mid-condition census coin. For any serious collector of early American copper, this coin represents an important and rare opportunity that may not be repeated for many years to come.
Noyes grades this coin VF30 sharpness, net VF20, and places it in a tie for fifth finest, while Bland grades the coin VF25 and states that it is tied for sixth finest. EAC 25. Population: 4 in 30, 5 finer (3/09).
Ex: S.H. Chapman (10/1910), lot 602; later, Bowers and Merena (11/1986), lot 2833; Joel Spingarn (via Robert W. Everett; Allen J. Kollar; Superior (5/2005), lot 1021.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2040

1807 1C Large Fraction MS63 Brown PCGS. S-276, B-6, R.1. As often encountered, the reverse of this example is rotated 180 degrees from normal alignment, giving it a medallic alignment. Although graded the same by PCGS, this example is clearly finer than the Husak specimen that sold for nearly $11,000 in February 2008. Despite being the most plentiful 1807 die variety, Sheldon-276 has a lower Census than some others of this date. In addition to its attractive appearance, with lustrous medium brown on the obverse and lighter brown on the reverse, it also has an important pedigree. Bill Noyes and Del Bland both agree with our grade of EAC 55.
Ex: Howard R. Newcomb (J.C. Morgenthau & Co., 2/1945), lot 467; Smith & Sons; later, James Leeuw; Superior Galleries (1/1980), lot 12; Walter Pershke (Numisco); Auction '88 (RARCOA, 7/1988), lot 1507.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2041

1807 1C Comet MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. S-271, B-1, R.1. This 1807 "Comet" cent transcends not only the variety but also the date, and the viewer then becomes transfixed on its amazing state of preservation and eye appeal. Beyond being in the upper Condition Census for the variety, this S-271 finds itself in a small fraternity of Draped Bust cents that have survived in Gem or better condition, and an even smaller group of said coins that have retained some level of original mint red coloration.
The current coin was omitted in both of the Bland and Noyes census compilations simply because it had been lost to collectors after its last appearance in a public auction conducted in 1940. Noyes concluded that the Helfenstein and Naftzger-Streiner-Parrino examples are equal in condition and thus share the top two spots. The current example should be included in the top three of the Condition Census and likely resides in the upper part of that small, elite group.
The extraordinary aesthetic qualities of this 1807 Comet cent are further enhanced by its storied past. This coin was one of two Uncirculated Draped Bust cents that were found in an old trunk sometime before 1916. It was first offered for public sale by Henry Chapman in his 1916 sale of the Clarence Bement collection and has publicly traded hands a mere four times since. After its last public appearance in May 1940, it disappeared from the numismatic radar until resurfacing in a March 2005 American Numismatic Rarities sale.
Breathtaking original mint red coloration intermingled with light brown toning is announced by richly lustrous surfaces that have avoided any mentionable distractions, thanks in whole to the careful custodianship of the previous owners. A few areas of darker toning are observed on some of the high points, yet are commensurate with the assigned grade. Population: 2 in 65 Red and Brown, 0 finer (11/07). EAC 60+.
Ex: Clarence Bement Collection (Henry Chapman, 5/1916), lot 320; Dr. Henry Beckwith Collection (S.H. Chapman, 4/1923), lot 38; S.H. Chapman; A.C. Gies; Barney Bluestone's 51st Sale (5/1940); Hogan Pond Collection (American Numismatic Rarities, 3/2005); The Madison Collection (Heritage, 1/2008), lot 2673.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2042

1814 1C Crosslet 4 MS65 Brown NGC. S-294, R.1. This Gem is the second finest 1814 large cent we have ever handled. Just one finer coin appeared in three of our auctions in the 1990s, an example that NGC certified as MS66 Red and Brown. Both sides have bold design elements with vibrant cartwheel luster. The surfaces are deep blue-brown, with traces of original orange mint luster around the obverse devices. In his 2005 Condition Census book, Bill Noyes recorded this piece in a tie for fourth finest known of the S-294 die combination, with a grade of MS62 (it was actually listed in fifth place, but his first and third pieces were the same coin). EAC 62. Census: 2 in 65 Brown, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Auction '81 (RARCOA, 7/1981), lot 42; R.E. Naftzger, Jr.; to a known collector, according to Noyes.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Large Cents

2043

1831 1C PR64 Brown NGC. N-3, R.6 as a proof. Only 15 or 16 proofs of this die variety are known. This example is easily identified by a small spot on the tip of Liberty's bust. Denis Loring has been tracking proof large cents for a number of years, and he has compiled an extensive Census of several hundred coins dated between 1817 and 1857. Only one piece in his Census of 1831 N-3 has a higher grade, and three others are tied for second place, although this example is listed fourth. Both sides have pleasing proof mirrors with olive-gold and iridescent toning on both sides. It is sharply struck although all of the stars are flat as usually seen. A few tiny specks and contact marks are visible, but none are of any significance. EAC PR63.
Ex: Dr. George French; B. Max Mehl (1929 FPL), lot 503; T. James Clarke; R.E. Naftzger, Jr.; New England Rare Coin Auctions (11/1979), lot 38; 1989 EAC Auction, lot 321; Denis W. Loring; Eric Streiner; American Numismatic Rarities (3/2005), lot 1165; Goldberg Coins (2/2006), lot 495.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2044

1841 1C PR65 Red NGC. N-1, R.5. The 1841 N-1 cent is a proof-only variety with a current known population in the vicinity of 50 coins. As such, it is one of the more plentiful proof-only late date large cent varieties. The obverse die was used for this single variety, while the reverse die was later used for 1842 N-1 cents, both proofs and business strikes.
Of all the known 1841 N-1 proofs, this example is believed the finest known. Both sides have bright orange proof surfaces with few flecks or spots. The most visible marker is a tiny spot below Liberty's chin that identifies this piece from a New Netherlands sale. EAC PR65.
Ex: New Netherlands (6/1958), lot 1237; later, Stack's (3/2006), lot 3595; Stack's (10/06), lot 2564; Goldberg Coins (2/2007), lot 808.(Registry values: P1)

Flying Eagle Cents

2045

1856 1C MS61 PCGS. Snow-9. Although the characteristic die line from the top of I in UNITED is not visible on this example, it is a late die state with a die crack extending vertically downward from the eagle's beak. Today, it is believed that all examples of Snow-9 were struck as proofs, although there is no evidence of proof surface on this piece, and it has labeled a business strike by PCGS. The surfaces have a faintly granular light yellow appearance, and all design details are sharply defined. Traces of iridescent toning are visible on each side. The Snow-9 die combination was struck a few years after 1856 for Mint sale to collectors, who were already aware of the rare date and were scrambling to obtain examples. Certified in an old green label holder.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 208, which realized $16,100.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2046

1856 1C MS63 PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. Snow-3. This die marriage, associated with business strikes, constituted most of the pieces actually struck in 1856. The more prevalent Snow-9 examples are restrikes made for collectors a few years later. The Snow-3 pieces were distributed to congressmen and other influential government workers to demonstrate the proposed small cent denomination. This is an unabraded and satiny Select representative with moderately mellowed chestnut-gold surfaces. Well impressed for a Snow-3 business strike, since the dentils are precisely brought up and only the edges of the cotton leaves and tail show even minor blending of detail. Population: 42 in 63, 49 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2047

1856 1C MS63 PCGS. Snow-5, R.6. The very scarce Snow-5 variety is identified by the point at the base of the U in UNITED, paired with the familiar reverse die with the small die gouge on the left ribbon end, later used to help produce the 'common' Snow-9. According to Rick Snow, "It is now believed that coins from this die pair [Snow-5] are some of the first examples of the 1856 Flying Eagle struck." Examples of Snow-5 have been certified as both Mint State and proof. The present fully struck piece has scant evidence of reflectivity in the field, and only the faintest contact is noted on the satiny surfaces. The obverse is richly toned in steel-blue, orange-gold, and aqua colors, the reverse displays consistent dusky gold color and has an occasional minute fleck of carbon. An opportunity for the alert early Small Cent specialist, since another Snow-5 may not appear at auction again for several years. Housed in an early generation PCGS holder.
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2009, which realized $25,300.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2048

1856 1C MS65 PCGS. Snow-9. Die Stage D. A diagonal die polish line crosses the U in UNITED to reach the eagle's beak, and wispy die cracks (as made) extend below the point of the beak and above the top left cotton leaf. A tiny center dot is found beneath the upper left serif of the N in CENT, and a brief spur (as made) extends from the left (facing) wreath stem.
Although PCGS has certified this cent as a business strike, the razor-sharp definition on the devices and the moderately mirrored fields are suggestive of a proof. In recent years, PCGS has certified all 1856 Flying Eagle cents as proofs, to sidestep the difficulty of determining proof or business strike status.
The present Gem is light golden-brown with streaks of lilac hues in the fields. The strike is needle-sharp, and only the patient observer armed with a strong lens will be able to locate the few tiny surface imperfections.
The 1856 Flying Eagle cent is among the most famous and historically important coins in American numismatics. The Guide Book estimates 2,000 pieces were minted, which is the lowest production of any small cent date. Technically a pattern, Judd-180, survivors are found in all grades. Assumedly, pieces were released into circulation under circumstances similar to the issue of pattern Gobrecht dollars a generation earlier. The flying eagle motif on the reverse of the Gobrecht dollar was resurrected for the obverse design. Most Uncirculated 1856 cents grade between MS62 and MS64. Gems are both rare and desirable. Population: 13 in 65, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2004), lot 2009, which realized $48,875.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2049

1857 1C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. The 1857 Flying Eagle cent, the focal point of a Mint redemption program for large cents, was the first issue of the denomination to have an eight-figure mintage. The small-size cents' novelty also led to them being saved in quantity, though today, more than 150 years after they were struck, Gem and better examples are hard to come by. This MS66 survivor is vibrantly lustrous and attentively struck. Carefully preserved surfaces exhibit peach and mahogany shadings. A fantastic representative for the type enthusiast or the date collector who treats the Flying Eagle cents as a supplement to the subsequent Indian cent design. Population: 15 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2050

1858/7 1C MS64 PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-006. Snow-1. Die Stage A. This is one of the finest examples of this very popular 19th century overdate. One must look carefully to find any imperfections on the evenly toned, light brown surfaces. Even the strike is impressive with the overall definition as full as is typically seen for the variety. There is, nonetheless, slight weakness over the upper right quadrant of the reverse, but Snow states that this is characteristic of the variety. Only very rarely is an 1858/7 cent seen with any more detail in this area than that seen on this particular coin. The striking softness associated with the 1858/7 has resulted in considerable resistance on the part of the grading services to certify any examples higher than MS64. Since NGC and PCGS have recently come to understand the peculiar striking characteristics of this variety, a few examples have received an MS65 designation. Indeed, the present representative has the look of a higher grade.
A very early die state, remnants of the 7 underdigit show clearly above and to the right of the final 8 in the date. The diagnostic die dot above the date, which is actually the left base of a misplaced 1, is bold and triangular in shape. In addition, the broken wing tip is just about connected to the wing. There are also light die striations (as produced) visible diagonally from the lower left to the upper right of the coin, and additional die file marks are visible under the date. These features are only visible on the earliest die states.
The die state of a particular 1858/7 Flying Eagle cent is very important because nearly 75% of all examples produced are late die states with no evidence of the 7 showing. Richard Snow states that collectors who desire top quality examples of this date demand to see the 7! Clearly, the present lot represents an important opportunity for the advanced collector to acquire one of the finest examples of this popular and rare overdate. This issue is normally collected as part of the regular issue Flying Eagle series, adding to its desirability.
Ex: "Heathgate" Collection (Goldberg Coins, 2/2001), lot 1082; Joseph P. Gorrell Collection (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 4406. Accompanied by an Eagle Eye Photo Seal and certificate.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2051

1858/7 1C MS64 PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-006. Snow-1. A delightful coin that has ample mint color and appeal. The surfaces are very clean for the Choice grade, with no dark carbon spots on either side. The diagnostic broken wing feather and lump in the field above the first 8 confirm that this is the correct obverse die for the overdate, and this is a fairly early die state with the top of the 7 quite clear above the final 8 in the date. Identifiable by a small planchet chip touching the dentils above ES of STATES and a lighter gray area above NIT on the rim. The reverse has a tiny nick above the top of the right ribbon bow in the center field, and a minute planchet lamination located about 4 o'clock on the dentils. No significant weak areas in the strike, and this example is a well struck as these are ever found. For the specialist, this is a very rare coin to obtain in Choice condition, and is virtually unobtainable finer. Population: 24 in 64, 5 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2005), lot 2010.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Flying Eagle Cents

2052

1856 1C PR64 PCGS. Snow-4. This rare variety is characterized by the point at the bottom of the U in UNITED and the low leaves on the reverse. Additionally, the relief is much shallower than seen on other 1856 dies, especially noticeable on ONE CENT. Curiously, copper examples from this die pairing are more frequently seen than copper-nickel examples, such as this piece. Snow estimates that only 25 pieces may exist today in copper-nickel. The Low Leaves reverse offers the collector a different and collectible variety for the year. This reverse die, with its low leaf position and shallow relief, was also used on the 1858 Small Letters proofs, leading to the conclusion that these 1856 cents were probably backdated coins struck in mid-1858.
This is an extraordinarily well-preserved 1856 Flying Eagle cent. While the Condition Census is unknown for the variety, this piece must surely rank among the finest survivors. The surfaces are bright with reflective fields and each side has the distinctive "white" appearance of copper-nickel cents with an occasional overlay of reddish patina. A few small planchet flakes are scattered over the obverse. The most notable features for future pedigree identification are a squiggly lint mark below the eagle's trailing claw and a planchet void near the reverse rim near 3 o'clock. A rare opportunity for the Flying Eagle cent specialist.
Ex: The New York Eye Appeal Collection (Heritage, 8/2006), lot 5051.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2053

1856 1C PR64 PCGS. Snow-9. A beautiful near-Gem whose smooth wood-grain surfaces exhibit good reflectivity and are toned in apricot and ruby-red hues. The strike is unimprovable, since every vein of the cotton leaves is bold, and the extremities of the eagle are also exemplary. A loupe eventually locates a tiny fleck northwest of the O in ONE, and this is all that prevents classification as a full Gem. The originality and eye appeal will impress even the most jaded specialist. Perhaps more than any other issue, the 1856 Flying Eagle cent raised the profile of the nascent numismatic hobby circa 1860, about the time that the Snow-9 pieces were coined.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2054

1856 1C Flying Eagle PR64 PCGS. Snow-9. The fields are shallowly mirrored on this coin, but it is obviously a proof striking. The striking details are fully brought up in all areas and there are no specks of carbon on either side. Most of each side has mellowed to a rich golden-brown but there are still noticeable portions of mint red surrounding the devices. A lovely near-Gem example of this popular issue, from the first issue of a "small cent" type in American coinage. Between 1500 and 2500 pieces are believed to have been produced, according to page 109 of the 2009 Guide Book. (Registry values: N4719)

2055

1856 1C PR65 PCGS. Snow-9, the most plentiful variety of proof 1856 Flying Eagle cents. Identification of this variety is accomplished through the observation of a short die line from the top right serif of the I in UNITED to the border, and a tiny center dot attached to the underside of the upper left serif of the N in CENT.
This Gem proof has steel-blue, violet, and pale green toning over lighter tan surfaces. It is sharply struck, and the fields are more deeply mirrored than usual on the 1856 Flying Eagle cents. Despite the relatively "common" nature of this popular variety, few finer examples have been certified. Population: 46 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2056

1856 1C Flying Eagle PR65 NGC. Snow-3, late die state. An original Gem proof that offers an aura of originality, showing deep lilac toning in the fields with remnants of original, deep cherry-red luster around the devices. Close examination with a glass reveals a few tiny surface imperfections but no one can deny the originality of this fully struck, deeply mirrored coin. The 1856-dated Flying Eagle cents, though not released for circulation, are among the few classes of patterns produced in such numbers that series enthusiasts collect them alongside the regular issues. NGC has certified just three finer proofs (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2057

1857 1C PR65 NGC. Snow PR-2. Attribution of the three known proof varieties of 1857 Flying Eagle cents can be difficult. Easiest diagnostics for the Snow PR-2 variety are short die lines that connect the right ribbon to the border, and a long, heavy die line that extends up to the left from the upper tip of the left ribbon end. This same reverse die appeared in later die states on 1856 Snow-2 Flying Eagle cents, proving that those coins were restrikes produced in 1857 or later. This wonderful Gem proof has light golden-tan surfaces, pale violet and blue toning at the center of the reverse, bold design details, and fully mirrored fields. A few scattered imperfections are mostly Mint-made and of no concern. Census: 7 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2058

1857 1C Flying Eagle PR64 Cameo PCGS. Snow PR-1. The mirrored fields on this coin are about as deep and vibrant as one is likely to see on a specimen striking of this type. Furthermore, the devices are fully defined and the denticles crisp--features that further confirm this coin's status as a proof. There are a few wispy hairlines and scattered contact marks on both sides, along with remnants of a fingerprint and some carbon spotting on the reverse. A scintillating, reddish-gold representative with suggestions of champagne and tan on the reverse. Population: 9 in 64 Cameo, 3 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2059

1858 1C Large Letters PR65 PCGS. High Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. In A Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, Q. David Bowers estimates the proof mintage of 1858 cents at 100 pieces. The Large Letters proof cents of the year featured the High Leaves reverse, carried over from 1857. The high relief of this design resulted in wear and tear on the dies, and a new Low Leaves reverse design was introduced later in the year to improve die life.
The present coin is a razor-sharp Gem with prominent reflectivity in the fields. Powder-blue tints visit UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and the reverse field beneath CENT. The remainder of the unblemished surfaces are bathed in luminous light gold iridescence, which deepens to peach hues on the field near the eagle. An infrequent pinpoint carbon fleck denies an even higher grade. The dies are identified by a slender diagonal crack through the final A in AMERICA to the tail, and a hair-thin left leaf beneath the C in CENT. Die fill occupies half of the left ribbon loop field and about one-third of the right ribbon loop field. Certified in a green label holder. Proof 1856 Flying Eagle cents are always available for a price, but their 1857 and 1858 counterparts are rarely encountered. Population: 15 in 65, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2060

1858 1C Large Letters PR66 NGC. Snow PR-1. High Leaves, Closed E in ONE. An incredibly rare small cent issue, one of only 80 examples of the Large Letters Flying Eagle cent struck in the proof format, a mintage figure that automatically makes this date about 20 times rarer than the 1856 Flying Eagle cent. On top of that, perhaps only 50 or 60 pieces from that original production figure of 80 coins can be traced today. By way of contrast, the 1858 Small Letters proof coinage amounted to 200 pieces, and for the 1857 nearly 500 specimens were issued. The reflective, sunset-orange surfaces show considerable faded red around the obverse periphery and most of the reverse, which adds accents of aqua and indigo. All design elements are sharp and crisp, and one must search diligently with a loupe to detect even the smallest detrimental marks or flecks. In short, this coin is rare (make no mistake about that) and beautiful, and the next proud owner will no doubt consider it a highlight of his or her collection.
Ex: Heritage (1/2006), lot 3043.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2061

1858 1C Large Letters PR64 Cameo PCGS. Snow-PR1. High Leaves, Closed E in ONE. The current Guide Book estimate has been revised upward from 80 to 100, reflecting the extra production for 12-piece cent pattern sets of the year. All of the Large Letters proofs were paired with the High Leaves reverse. A further identification is the doubled die obverse and a tiny die file mark just left of 12 o'clock in the denticles on the reverse. This piece has pretty tan-gold coloration with a sharp strike, some minor obverse flecks, and much contrast between the well-mirrored fields and frosty devices. A pleasing and rare type coin. Population: 3 in 64 Cameo, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2062

1858 1C Small Letters PR65 PCGS. Snow PR-1. High Leaves, Closed E in ONE. Perhaps 100 to 200 Small Letters proof cents were coined and distributed, apparently with 12-coin sets of copper-nickel cent patterns. Among proof Flying Eagle cents, this issue is the most often seen, however, still deserves the title "rare." It is generally believed that the dies, or at least the obverse die, were engraved by Anthony Paquet, using his letter font intended for dimes. Many of the letters have the slightly more delicate appearance usually associated with Paquet's work. The Gem offered here is a light tan beauty with sharp design features. The obverse has a slightly more golden appearance than the reverse. A few spots and splashes of toning are noted, although these are very slight. Housed in a green-label holder. Population: 7 in 65, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2005), lot 5130.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2063

1858 1C Small Letters PR65 PCGS. Snow PR-2. Low Leaves. Open E in ONE. A complete date and major variety set of Flying Eagle cents includes four coins: the 1856, 1857, 1858 Large Letters, and the 1858 Small Letters, the piece offered here. For those collectors who like a challenge, there are 13 different varieties of proof Flying Eagle cents known among the four individual issues noted above. The truly advanced collector could go a step beyond that, and collect all of the various pattern issues, for a collection of several dozen Flying Eagle cents.
The reverse has a tiny die line in the denticles below the right ribbon end and was also used to coin 1856 Snow-4 cents, as well as three different 1858 pattern varieties.
This amazing Gem is fully and deeply mirrored around bold design details. The surfaces are pleasing light tan with a distinct olive coloration. Population: 7 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

Indian Cents

2064

1860 1C MS67 PCGS. One only needs a rudimentary knowledge of Indian cents to come away awed by this sensational copper-nickel Indian. The combination of pristine honey-golden surfaces, strong high point detail, and scintillating luster leaves little doubt about the Superb Gem level of preservation offered here. The strike is boldly articulated for a design and metal combination that was still relatively new to the Mint at the time. An essential acquisition for the dedicated Registry Set collector, and unimprovable either numerically or, more importantly, aesthetically. Population: 8 in 67, none finer at either service (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2065

1861 1C MS68 PCGS. The first small cents were struck in an alloy of 88% copper and 12% nickel, but the combination did not last long; after the two years of official Flying Eagle cent production came to an end, the replacement Indian cent design saw only five years of copper-nickel cent production and part of a sixth before the Mint made the change to a bronze alloy for the cent, mirroring developments among the cent-sized tokens created by private individuals during the Civil War.
As of (3/09), in the combined certified populations of NGC and PCGS, for the entire Indian cent series, there are only six coins graded as MS68 across all designations, three certified by each service. Five of those pieces were certified as MS68 Red, indicating that they were struck in the bronze alloy. The last is this PCGS-graded example from 1861; it is the only copper-nickel cent so graded by either service, and as such, its appearance on the marketplace presents an important opportunity for the series enthusiast.
This survivor, housed in a green label holder, has pale mahogany surfaces with ample peach overtones and occasional hints of lilac. The strike is bold, with all four diamonds on the ribbon plain, and the surfaces are absolutely smooth; to find any flaws, magnification is virtually a must. In sum, a copper-nickel cent of singular quality and beauty, sure to be treasured by its next owner.
Ex: The Gorrell Collection of Flying Eagle and Indian Cents (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 4415.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2066

1862 1C MS67 PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Booming luster, an unimprovable strike, and magnificent preservation are the hallmarks of this honey-gold Superb Gem. Interesting die cracks journey to the rim from the bust tip, and the wreath near 9 o'clock. 1862 was the final year that copper-nickel Indian cents circulated during the Civil War; they were subsequently hoarded or exported, along with gold and silver coins. The PCGS population stands at seven pieces in MS67, and there are none finer at either service (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3046.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2067

1864 1C L On Ribbon MS66 Red NGC. Snow-5. Repunching at the 1 and 8 of the date. The Mint introduced a new obverse hub type for the Indian cent in 1864 that would continue in use through 1886. Snow (1992) estimates that only 5 million coins of this new hub type were produced, a paltry total when compared to his estimate of 34 million examples for the 1864 Bronze No L variety. The coining staff at Philadelphia had difficulty mixing the new bronze alloy, and many With L examples display streaks over one or both sides. The present example, however, is free of all but a single streak of slightly deeper color at the left side of the obverse. The balance of the surfaces are awash with satiny textured, copper-golden luster. The razor-sharp strike is noteworthy for this often indifferently produced type, and there are no abrasions of note. A few minor flecks of carbon are discerned on each side, but these hardly detract from this Premium Gem's remarkable appearance. Census: 4 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2068

1865 1C Fancy 5 MS66 Red PCGS. 1865 was one of the most important years in American history. The Civil War ended, Reconstruction began, and President Lincoln was assassinated. Many Premium Gem type coins from this year are prohibitively costly, if they exist at all in such a lofty grade. But the business strike 1865 cent is affordable in MS66 Red, although it is sufficiently rare that opportunities must be taken when they arrive. This is a remarkable example of the Fancy 5 variant that boasts an exquisite strike, scintillating luster, and attractive apricot-gold surfaces. The reverse appears pristine, and the obverse is unabraded aside from nearly imperceptible contact on the cheek. Some interesting die lines appear on the Indian's throat above the Adam's apple, and between the lowest curl at the rear and A in AMERICA. Population: 10 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Estate of Robert R. Rollins Collection, Part One (Heritage, 5/2008), lot 2267.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2069

1866 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. A thoroughly appealing Premium Gem for the Indian cent specialist. The obverse shows golden-tan central coloration that deepens near the rim to sunset-orange. The reverse is a deeper, intense orange-red. Neither side reveals any singularly mentionable surface blemishes, and the strike is as full as ever seen on the issue, with sharpness up to the feather tips and four diamonds visible in the ribbon on the obverse. Minor flecks are undistracting and testament to the originality. Population: 5 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3050.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2070

1868 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The 1868 Indian cent is yet another reminder that sometimes mintage figures do not tell the whole story--and that, in fact, sometimes mintage figures can completely obfuscate the truth. The Mint Act of March 3, 1871, required the Mint to redeem the older minor coins in any quantity. At first the coins redeemed--older large cents and half cents, copper-nickel cents, bronze two cents, and nickel three and five cents--were melted and recoined into new three and five cent nickels and bronze cents. But by 1874, as less of the pre-1864 coinage was turned in, the Mint realized it could just reissue the turned-in coins without resorting to recoining.
As it applies to the Indian cents of the 1860s and 1870s, therefore, we see two kinds of rarities--those created by wholesale meltings, and those created by smaller mintages that resulted from the reissuance of older cents--with some overlap between the two kinds.
All of the foregoing serves to help understand today why an 1868 Indian cent, with a mintage of more than 10 million examples, is today generally found in grades lower than Fine. The present piece, certified MS66 Red in an old green-label holder, is one of three coins so graded at PCGS, and there are none finer. The fine-grained surfaces are a wonderful burnt-orange color, with radiant luster and no visible distractions. A boldly struck and entirely pleasing piece. Population: 3 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2071

1869/9 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. Snow-3, FS-301, formerly FS-008.3. The 1869/9 is a Guide Book variety that was thought to be an overdate for many years, though careful study revealed it to be a repunched date instead. Still, it is a dramatic and highly desirable variant that enjoys considerable popularity. The present Premium Gem, housed in a green label holder, has rich copper-orange color with occasional suggestions of lilac. A minor dot above the E in STATES is mentioned solely for accuracy. For all 1869 cents regardless of variety, Population: 7 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2072

1870 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Ally Collection. When William Barber took over the job of chief engraver after James B. Longacre's death in 1869, he made slight modifications to the reverse hub of the Indian cent. Without going into detail, this single year is represented by three different hub varieties. This particular coin was struck from the newer hub, which is immediately recognizable by the strong N at the bottom of ONE. The obverse is especially well struck, with only slight softness evident on the shield on the upper reverse. Orange-red and cherry-red coloration is intermixed over both sides, and the coin is well balanced in appearance. There are no obvious abrasions on either side, and just a few specks of deeper color are evident on the obverse. Population: 4 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2073

1871 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Beginning in 1857, the government started to redeem half cents and large cents and melt them for recoinage into Indian cents. According to Rick Snow (2006):

"The Mint Act of March 3, 1871, provided much-needed authorization for the Mint to redeem the nickel and bronze coinage that was clogging up commercial channels. Because these coins didn't have a bullion value close to their face value, and because their legal-tender status was limited, banks had had nowhere to go to turn in excess coinage. Now the Mint was given the legal authorization to do what it had been doing for the past few years anyway."

By 1871, the supply of such redeemed coins had dwindled so low that the Philadelphia Mint could produce only 3.9 million new cents. Most of these coins were placed directly into circulation, where they remained until well worn or lost. As a result, the 1871 is one of the premier condition rarities in the Indian cent series. It is little wonder that the present coin was a centerpiece of the celebrated Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection.
This attractive and important Premium Gem is alive with vibrant, unturned red-orange and copper-golden luster. Both sides are also devoid of distracting handling marks, and the razor-sharp strike should not be overlooked. A more attractive example of this conditionally rare issue is difficult to imagine. NGC has graded no MS66 Red or better pieces, while PCGS has certified just two examples as MS66 Red and none finer in the color category (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2074

1872 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Like the 1871, the 1872 was produced in limited numbers because the mint's supply of half cents and large cents for recoinage had dwindled to unacceptably low levels. The 1872, in turn, would also suffer from the melting that affected many late date half cents and large cents, as well as some of the earlier issues in this series. Apparently, the public redeemed many 1872 cents in the 1873-1875 period, all of which were undoubtedly melted by the Mint to provide copper for its delivery of cents in those years.
The 1872 is now regarded as a key date Indian cent in all grades, particularly those above the Mint State threshold with any degree of original luster remaining. The obverse is sharply, nearly fully struck with original copper-golden luster and a richly frosted sheen. The reverse is equally as original with similar color. Some mottled russet-brown patina is sprinkled over each side in a desirable woodgrain fashion lending a fully original appearance. The strike is slightly softer on the upper right portion of the reverse. Both sides are equally free of distracting blemishes. We offered this beautiful Premium Gem in our 2006 FUN sale, and the population remains the same since that time. One of only two similarly graded examples at PCGS, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2075

1873 1C Open 3 MS66 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection. The relatively low mintage for the 1873 issue is divided into Closed 3, Open 3, and Doubled LIBERTY varieties. While the Open 3 is not rare in lower grades, only a tiny fraction of the survivors can match the reddish-copper and golden-copper color and exquisite surfaces of this original and immaculately preserved lustrous Gem. Well struck with immense eye appeal. For pedigree purposes, an opaque toning spot is seen within the O of ONE. Population at both services combined: 5 in 66, none are finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2076

1873 1C Closed 3 MS66 Red PCGS. After delivering approximately 3 million 1873-dated coins, the Mint changed the date punch for the Indian cent to display an open 3 in the date. The initial date punch, which has come to be known as the Closed 3, resembled the date 1878 too closely with the result that Chief Coiner Archibald Loudon Snowden filed a formal complaint on January 18, 1873. The balance of the 11.6 million-coin 1873 delivery comprised coins of the Open 3 variety. With a much lower original mintage, the Closed 3 is the rarer of the two date styles produced this year. Examples are even more difficult to find with strong eye appeal because many survivors are plagued by streaky toning and/or inadequate striking detail. Not so the present Premium Gem. Every element of the timeless design is at least boldly impressed, and most are sharp. The bright, lustrous surfaces reveal well-blended gold, orange, and red colors that leave little doubt about this coin's originality. There are no outwardly distracting blemishes, but pedigree of this important coin compel us to mention a tiny obverse spot in the field above the 7 in the date. Combined NGC and PCGS population at the MS66 Red level is a mere four coins, and there is only one finer (3/09).
Ex: Joseph P. Gorrell Collection (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 4431.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2077

1873 1C Doubled LIBERTY, Closed 3 MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-009, Snow-1. Years ago Indian cent specialist Rick Snow wrote, "Only 2 examples of the 1873 Doubled Liberty are graded MS65 by PCGS, the present coin which is 85% red and the example presently in a Washington State collection, which is 20% red. I have had the pleasure of owning both at one time and there is no question this is the better, if only because of the additional amount of original red. The present coin came to light in the mid-1990's while I was in a partnership with Brian Wagner as Eagle Eye Rare Coins. From the first time we saw the coin, we always declared it to be the finest known 1873 Doubled LIBERTY. Few could argue. The only contender in terms of color is a MS-64RD graded by PCGS which sold for over $80,000 in 1998." Since then five pieces have been graded MS65 by the combined staffs of PCGS and NGC (3/09). Only three pieces show full red color, though, and the two finest of these are MS64 Red.
Walter Breen claims discovery of this variety circa 1957, and its first appearance in the Guide Book almost 30 years ago. The Doubled LIBERTY description is technically correct, although some have called this a Doubled Die variety. It actually represents hub doubling as only the central device was doubled. The date and peripheral lettering are all normally formed.
This example is from an early die state with a nearly perfect obverse lacking the usual crack through the bottom of the date. Faint traces of the crack are visible on this example between the bottom of the 8 and the 7. Both sides of this Gem quality specimen have considerable pale orange mint luster nicely blended with milk chocolate toning. The design details are sharply defined on both sides.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P10)

2078

1877 1C MS66 Red PCGS. This is the lowest-mintage date of the series, with only 852,500 pieces reportedly produced. All non-proof 1877 Indian cents were struck from a single reverse die with a shallow N in ONE. This hub variety had been retired in 1870 and had gone unused since 1872. Most of the coins from this die, the present example included, display light clashmarks (as struck) above and to the left of the O in ONE. This reverse die is unknown with any die cracks, a curious feature for an era when the average working die life was usually no more than 200,000 pieces. Richard Snow poses an interesting question: How could nearly a million cents be struck from the same die without the development of any significant die wear or cracks? As a possible answer he postulates that the real mintage of the 1877 Indian cent may be even less than what has been traditionally reported.
Like many other Indian cent issues, the 1877 has a distinct "top tier" of condition rarity, the MS66 Red threshold; PCGS has graded just six such coins and none finer with the Red designation (3/09). The present piece, housed in a green-label holder, is well-defined with pale copper-orange surfaces that show glimpses of gold. Both luster and strike are excellent, and the coin is carefully preserved. Completely independent of its key-date status, this Premium Gem offers outstanding eye appeal; combining the two completes an amazing package. A coin not to be missed.
Ex: The Gorrell Collection of Flying Eagle and Indian Cents (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 4436.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2079

1881 1C MS67 Red PCGS. The 1881 cent is a common issue. That is not surprising considering its mintage of more than 39 million pieces. So what makes a coin such as this so special? The answer is simply quality. Not only was this coin far above average on the day it was minted, but it also managed to survive the past 127 years in a nearly perfect state of preservation. Rather than the red one usually thinks of, this piece is more orange: the color of a new copper cent. Only on the reverse does one see a hint of actual red color. Simply amazing surfaces. The strike is complete on each side. The only flaw is a short, diagonal mark on the cheek of the Indian, and this in no way impairs the tremendous eye appeal. Population: 4 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2080

1882 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Fire-red hues frame green-gold centers. Potent cartwheel luster sweeps across the unabraded surfaces, which are pristine aside from the most minute carbon flecks. A hint of lilac color is noted above the second S in STATES. The strike is very sharp, since only the top outline of the shield exhibits any indication of incompleteness of definition. Certified in a prior generation PCGS holder. The 1882 is scarce in full Red, even in MS64 and lower grades, since time has mellowed the original color of most Uncirculated survivors. It is remarkable for an example to combine full Red color with high-end preservation. Population: 2 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2081

1883 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Both sides are awash in full pinkish-red luster with blushes of pale lilac shadings in select areas at the denticles. The devices are fully brought up in all areas, and there is not a single blemish that would call into question the validity of the MS67 designation. A small, pale swirl of deeper color in the reverse field below the N in CENT is mentioned solely as a pedigree marker. Despite a mintage of nearly 45.6 million pieces, the 1883 cent ranks as a condition rarity in MS67 Red; NGC and PCGS have certified only 10 such pieces between them and none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2082

1885 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Richard Snow, in his Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, notes: "Although today 1885 is recognized as a relatively scarcer date, this was not recognized until the coins were in circulation for many years." As a result, Mint State pieces are elusive, particularly with fully Red surfaces. This Premium Gem exhibits wonderful reddish-orange fire on each side. The surfaces are smooth, with only a handful of pinpoint marks visible; arguably, only the strike, which is a trifle soft in the centers, stands in the way of an even finer designation. Population: 10 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2083

1886 1C Type Two MS65 Red PCGS. Bowers' Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents estimates that about 20% of the mintage exceeding 17 million coins for the 1886 issue consists of the Type Two pieces. Those show the lowest feather in the headdress pointing between CA rather than IC in AMERICA, the result of a new master obverse die. The variety has long been recognized by collectors (since 1954), and its Guide Book listing only serves to enhance its popularity. A roll of the Type Two variety sold as early as the Auction '81 sale for $30,000 or $600 per coin.
In MS65 Red this piece is among only seven pieces so graded at PCGS, with a single one finer (3/09). This splendid Gem boasts jade-green and almond-tan obverse toning, with deeper glints of red-orange on the reverse. The strike is exceptional, as is the overall eye appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2084

1887 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Struck on a high quality planchet that was supplied by Joseph Wharton, this is a remarkably clean and problem-free cent from this year. Delicate die cracks are seen through the digits in the date and other peripheral locations on both sides, indicating overuse of this particular die pairing. Bright orange and red coloration is seen on each side and the striking details are a bit less than complete. Population: 13 in 66 Red, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 813.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2085

1887 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Though 1886 is far more famous as a transitional year for the Indian cent, due to the changes made to its obverse, the next year brought another change, albeit one less-recognized outside specialist circles. From early 1885 and through 1886, the Mint ceased buying cent planchets from their previous supplier, James Watson & Son, and mintages for those two years were depressed compared to cent production for the early 1880s. In 1887, cent planchet purchases resumed, this time from a firm linked with Joseph Wharton, who is better known to most numismatists for his decades-earlier efforts to wheedle the Mint into using nickel from his mines. The contract lasted only two years, and in 1889, the Mint used a local firm, Merchant & Company, as its supplier.
The resumed purchases of cent planchets correlate with a substantial increase in cent production that would last several years; 1887 would see over 45 million pieces struck. Rick Snow notes that on a number of high-end examples of this issue, the surfaces show an interesting tan-gold color; this hue appears on the present lot, though only as an accent.
This fiery, virtually impeccable Superb Gem is one of just two Red examples certified by PCGS at that level, with none numerically finer (6/08). The overall detail is crisp, including four complete diamonds on Liberty's ribbon, and the carefully preserved surfaces are vibrant with only slight variations in the prevailing copper-orange, lemon-yellow, and tan-gold shadings. Housed in a green label holder.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2086

1888 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Snow-5a. The last 8 is clearly doubled below, and the reverse has a die crack through the top of the shield. This coin has outstanding original color and is completely unmellowed. As a result, the surfaces show glowing mint luster and, as the grade indicates, there are no obvious abrasions on either side. The devices are fully struck with one notable exception: On the tip of the third feather of the headdress it appears something clogged the die, preventing the details from striking up completely in that one particular area. Population: 12 in 66 Red, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2087

1888 1C MS67 Red PCGS. This is the one and only Superb Gem 1888 cent certified by either grading service. The PCGS Population Report documents the nearest contenders as 12 examples graded MS66 Red. NGC shows two coins in MS66 Red, with none designated finer. Interestingly, the PCGS population of 12 pieces in MS66 Red, one in MS67 Red, and none finer (3/09) has not changed in more than five years. Taking the population data into consideration, it goes without saying that the current offering is the finest example of this date ever auctioned by Heritage. The last PCGS-certified MS66 Red cent to cross our auction block was in our January 2006 FUN sale, and that coin realized $16,100 with the buyer's premium. Exactly three years before, we sold another MS66 Red PCGS coin, that one netting $8,337. The upward trend of premium quality Indian cents has been consistently strong and, given the supply versus demand factor, can only continue.
Each side is perfectly balanced in color and overall appearance. The centers are light orange-red with tinges of jade; deeper red appears around the margins. The only mark worthy of note is a tiny planchet flaw on the right reverse field, inside the wreath. The strike is just a bit soft on the tips of the headdress feathers. Some old clash marks are lightly visible on the reverse. Certified in a green-label holder. Considering the stagnation of the population data, the "finest certified" status of this coin, and its unparalleled technical quality and aesthetic beauty, we predict fierce bidding activity and a memorable hammer price.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2088

1888/7 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. FS-302, formerly FS-010.7. Snow-2. Richard Snow recorded three different overdate varieties in his reference on the series, with these three overdates also included in the Cherrypicker's Guide by Bill Fivaz and J.T. Stanton. Only two of these are actually considered overdate varieties today. The third, Snow-3, has been delisted.
Snow-1 is the first overdate, discovered by James Ruddy in 1970. The bottom of the 7 is visible at the lower left curve of the final 8, and the upper left serif of the 7 protrudes above the top left curve of the same digit. The Snow-1 variety, also cataloged as FS-010, is usually recognized by the rim break or cud on the border over D of UNITED. A few early die state examples are known without this rim cud. Snow-1 is occasionally called the Ruddy Overdate.
Snow-2, the variety offered in the present lot, was discovered by Bill Fivaz and was first described in the April 1991 issue of Longacre's Ledger, and is sometimes called the Fivaz Overdate. This Snow-2 variety has the part of the cross-stroke of the 7 visible within the upper loop of the final 8, appearing as a nearly vertical artifact, most likely representing the right edge of the 7. An additional protrusion extends down from the outer left curve of the upper half of the final 8, at about 8 o'clock on this curve. This apparently represents the lower left serif of the top of the 7. In addition, the middle two 8s each have recutting visible inside the upper loop. For all appearances, this seems to be an 1888 over 887 overdate, with the original 1887 date from a smaller font, perhaps for the gold dollar or the three cent nickel.
This is the finest of this variety certified by NGC, and is tied with one example of the Snow-1 variety as the finest 1888/7 overdate Indian cent. In addition, PCGS has graded a single MS64 Red and Brown example as their finest; however, they do not specify which variety this was. This Choice Mint State specimen is sharply struck with satiny luster and pale orange color. Although described as Red and Brown by NGC, there is substantially more red than brown. This is an extremely important opportunity for the specialist, for few Mint State examples of either overdate variety are known.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P10)

2089

1893 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Rick Snow describes a particular characteristic of 1893 Indian cents in A Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, part of Whitman Publishing's "Official Red Book" series. The phenomenon is called "liquid-strike through." He wrote: "Strike-through depressions caused by machine oil or water will leave differing types of depressions, depending on the location of the the design elements. A liquid strike-through on the field leaves a small, bright, circular area. If it is on the portrait then the liquid can migrate to the extremities of the design, like the bust point or feather tips. This will show up as weakness with bright luster, but will not be weakly struck, per se."
This Superb Gem illustrates the liquid strike-through on the first three feathers, with the design missing but with shiny bright orange luster. The balance of the obverse and reverse design features are bold, the result of a precision strike. Both sides have frosty luster with subdued orange color. The surfaces are entirely free of carbon specks or other blemishes. Population: 1 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2090

1895 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Sharply struck, as usually seen, this piece has significant metal flow in the fields on both sides that gives the coin a textured appearance, greatly enhancing the mint luster. The mint red color has taken on just the slightest accent of olive patina on the left portion of each side, certainly not enough to dull the surfaces, but enough to give it added visual interest. Both obverse and reverse are smooth and display glowing, original mint luster. Population: 3 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3067.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2091

1899 1C MS68 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. We last offered this piece in January 2003, and wrote at that time:

"Of all the hundreds of millions of bronze Indian cents struck from 1864 until the end of the series in 1909, this example stands alone as the finest survivor of the type. Both sides are essentially blemish-free with fabulous undulating luster that hypnotizes the viewer. Sharply struck throughout.
"The current PCGS Population Report lists two bronze Indian cents at the MS68 Red level, both of which are dated 1899. It has long been believed, by Richard Snow and others, that this is an error and that the present example is the only bronze Indian cent graded MS68 Red. This coin was the most prized piece in the Dr. Alan Epstein Collection. When Eagle Eye Rare Coins purchased that collection in 1995, this was the coin that proved most difficult for Dr. Epstein to part with. In fact, as the collection was being dispersed, he bought this coin back. He knew that any attempt to duplicate his efforts at creating the finest Indian cent collection would necessarily need this coin. About a year later he finally decided to part with the coin. It was then sold into the Gorrell Collection though Eagle Eye Rare Coins. At no time was this coin ever offered to the collecting public, and the present sale marks its first auction appearance. Once this coin sells there will not be another chance to purchase a bronze Indian Cent at this stellar level of preservation.
From the Dr. Alan Epstein and Joseph P. Gorrell Collections.

The description that we wrote over six years ago remains unchanged as does the PCGS population. This 1899 (listed twice in the PCGS report) remains the only Indian cent ever PCGS certified MS68 Red. There may never be another one graded so fine. The present opportunity provides collectors with a chance to acquire the ultimate bronze Indian Head cent.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2092

1900 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. The 1900 Indian cent is generally considered to be a very common date in the series, but this general impression does not really tell the whole story. More than sixty-six million Indian cents of this date were produced by the Mint in Philadelphia. Of that large number, only 440 coins have been graded in Mint State with Red color by PCGS, including any possible resubmissions. Out of those 440 prizes, just six coins have received the Superb Gem (MS67) grade, when combined with the all-important "Red" color designation.
This desirable Superb Gem is alive with swirling mint frost. The surfaces exhibit a virtually blemish-free sheen in pale peach-gold and yellow-green hues. Boldly struck, and one of the most attractive 1900 Indian cents that this cataloger has ever seen. Population: 6 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2093

1903 1C MS67 Red PCGS. We have handled very few 1903 Indian cents whose eye appeal and solid technical merits could compete with those of the present Superb Gem. Full mint luster flows over both sides with a frosty texture and well blended orange-red and green-gold colors. Boldly struck in all areas, both sides are devoid of distracting blemishes, save for one tiny mark on the Indian's cheek. A few minuscule carbon flecks can be counted on one hand. The PCGS population remains unchanged since we last offered this beauty in 2005. Population: 5 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2094

1904 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. While the Indian cents of this final decade are generally considered common, few are encountered in such fine preservation. In fact, PCGS has only graded five MS67 Red examples of this issue. Furthermore, NGC has only designated a single coin as MS67 Red, and neither service has seen one any finer.
Both sides of this richly frosted example are alive with deep golden-red luster and sharply impressed devices. Even the feather tips and the diamonds on the ribbon are sharply defined. A few microscopic carbon flecks are noted on both sides, none of which are conspicuous or out of context with the MS67 Red grade level. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2095

1906 1C MS67 Red PCGS. This fully lustrous orange and lemon Superb Gem is struck with such exactitude that incomplete details can only be detected on the high point of the shoulder and on the base of the sixth vertical shield stripe. Even the tips of the headdress feathers, often a bit soft on a business strike, are intricately defined. Even under a loupe there is no evidence of contact visible, and except for the most minute toning flecks near Liberty's ear, the present Indian cent is essentially perfect. Population: 1 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3071.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2096

1907 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. As pointed out once by Dave Bowers, true Gem Indian cents from 1900-1909 are very elusive, as they were not saved like the dates were from 1880 through 1899. The late John Pittman once charged Bowers with finding him a true Gem 1907. We believe that John would have liked this particular coin as it has rich, warm red color over each side and is virtually flawless, with only the tiniest flecks of carbon visible beneath a glass. Exceptional overall quality. Population: 4 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2097

1908-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. The 1908-S Indian Head cent is an important issue, as it was the first time minor coinage was produced at the San Francisco Mint. The introduction of sales tax and more complex economic activities resulting from better communication with the eastern part of the country made the small denomination necessary for the local economy. The mintage of 1.1 million pieces was the third smallest of the series. Few coins were saved at the time of issue, and Mint State specimens are quite scarce today.
The present coin is a beautifully preserved Gem with lovely, even reddish-tan coloration across both sides. The surfaces are lustrous and impressively pristine, without a single noticeable mark or blemish on either side. The present offering is an important opportunity for the Indian Head specialist.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2098

1909-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. Ex: Joshua and Ally Walsh. Prior to producing its initial delivery of Lincoln cents, the San Francisco Mint struck 309,000 Indian cents in 1909. Only the second S-mint cent in U.S. coinage history, the '09-S also has the distinction of being the lowest mintage date in the business strike Indian cent series. Long regarded as a key date, the 1909-S is actually somewhat obtainable in most grades. While contemporary collectors have provided today's specialists with plenty of circulated and low grade Mint State examples from which to choose, the '09-S remains rare with full Red color, especially in grades exceeding MS64.
Sharply struck and impeccably preserved, this lovely Superb Gem boasts shimmering surfaces that project dazzlingly bright luster and display beautiful light reddish-tan and mint-green coloration. The slightly streaky toning produces a woodgrain effect, especially on the obverse, which serves to further enhance the already splendid eye appeal of the piece. A couple of faint carbon flecks are evident on each side of the coin, but they are very small and consequently of little concern. This marvelous key date example is the only 1909-S Indian cent to be certified as MS67 Red by either of the major grading services and deserves serious attention from the specialist seeking to build a high grade Registry Set of this immensely popular series. Population: 1 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Indian Cents

2099

1859 1C PR66 Cameo PCGS. First year of issue for the Indian cent, the figure of Liberty is actually represented by a Caucasian female that is wearing a headdress of the Chippewa tribe. Only struck with this obverse and reverse combination in 1859, some 800 proofs were minted minus an unknown number that were melted at year's end. This is a bright, lightly toned example that appears to be fully original. Each side is lightly dusted with pleasant lilac-red patina, and for pedigree purposes, a lintmark is seen through the N of UNITED into the left obverse field. The fields are deeply reflective, and there is a significant amount of mint frost over the devices that gives the coin an appealing cameo contrast. Population: 5 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2100

1864 1C L on Ribbon PR64 Red PCGS. Snow-PR3. The proof 1864 With L Indian cent is a legendary rarity, one that has been well known and well respected since shortly after its production. Rick Snow's The Flying Eagle and Indian Cent Attribution Guide notes that by 1869, the coin was sufficiently in demand to prompt someone at the Mint to produce restrikes, likely William DuBois, the Mint assayer who also served as curator of the Mint Collection. An added 10 specimens were struck, using a refurbished obverse die and a regular proof reverse from 1868-1871. Snow designates these restrike pieces as PR2, of which 10 are known today. The obverse of the PR1 variety is remarkably similar to the PR3, except that on the PR1 pairing, the left edge of the 1 is between the denticles, while on the PR3 the left edge is over the left side of a denticle. The reverse of the PR3 marriage uses a reverse from the 1864 No L PR2 variety, with minute die lines in the peripheral field area at 1 o'clock.
There are 18 pieces known between the three varieties, according to the Snow reference: seven PR1s, 10 PR2s, and just this one PR3. Snow's comments in that volume regarding this coin were as follows:

"In 1997, a previously unknown example turned up in an old collection called 'The Pennsylvania Estate' which was to be auctioned by Bowers & Merena. This coin did not match the diagnostics for either known die pair. I was asked to confirm its proof status, and was astounded to find it to be a third pair! This new pairing, die pair 3, had the same reverse as the original known die pair, which was also used for some of the 1864 No L proofs, so this new coin was determined to be an original."

Several years later, it is still the only specimen known from this die marriage. Under high magnification, repunching clearly shows on the 4 in the date. The bottom left serif, vertical crossbar, and the front vertex of a 4 are all quite visible northwest of the second, final punching. Similar repunching is noted on the 8 and 6. As a further aid to authentication should any future pieces be discovered, the centers of the loops of the 8, both top and bottom, show a series of near-vertical raised die lines. On the reverse, a tiny apparent die crack runs from the inside right vertex of the N in ONE onto the cross-stroke of that letter.
The obverse is only slightly mellowed brick-red, while the reverse offers light tan hues, and both sides show good contrast between the fields and devices. A few tiny flecks are unworthy of singular mention and visible only under a glass. The only obvious pedigree marker for this coin is a dark spot that is attached to and just to the left of the C in CENT. The strike is expectedly bold and unassailable. For the Indian cent specialist, the rarity of the proof 1864 With L need not be stressed, and the unique die pairing only confirms the illustrious nature of this coin.(Registry values: N10218)

2101

1868 1C PR66 Red PCGS. The 1868 is a highly respected and very rare proof Indian cent in Gem or finer condition and with full red color. The official mintage for the 1868 was 600 pieces in proof format. Ron Sirna has estimated that about 100 pieces were struck with a widely rotated reverse; however, we believe that to be a conservative number and think the number of rotated reverse pieces to be closer to half the mintage. This is an especially attractive example that has rich red surfaces with subtle orange-colored streaks interspersed over each side. Intricately detailed in all areas. Population: 2 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2102

1877 1C PR66 Red Cameo PCGS. Snow-PR1. The date is equally spaced, and the letters on the left-side obverse, UNITED STATES, show prominent doubling. The reverse is struck from a left-over, repolished die originally used in 1872 and again in 1876, with a bulging right pennant on the T of CENT. This reverse, according to Rick Snow, accounts for perhaps 70% of all examples of this famous proof issue. There is considerable opacity concerning the mintage of both proof and business-strike 1877 cents. Walter Breen, in his 1977 edition of the Proof Encyclopedia, recorded the proof mintage as "510+." It is known that 510 complete proof sets were produced, with another perhaps 400 pieces produced either singly, released into circulation, or included in minor proof sets with the 1877 three cent and Shield nickels. Today the Guide Book and Snow's Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents estimate the mintage at 900 and 900+ pieces, respectively.
This is an absolutely marvelous 1877 cent. The obverse is deep cherry-red, with glints of sage around the peripheral lettering. The reverse is considerably lighter in hue, with almond-gold predominating over a sliver of deeper reddish-gold. The fields are deeply reflective, with noticeable contrast evident against the frosted devices. Virtually defect-free, there is a fishhook-shaped lint mark just below the eye of the Indian, and a few tiny specks of carbon are seen on each side, although scarcely visible without a loupe. In PR66 Red Cameo this piece is one of only two pieces so certified at PCGS, with none finer in the Cameo designation. Indeed, only two PR67 non-Cameo coins are numerically finer at PCGS (2/09).
A remarkable opportunity for the connoisseur of this long-lived and incredibly popular series.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2103

1897 1C PR67 Red Cameo PCGS. Ex: Palm Beach Collection. The 1897 Indian Head cent boasts a small proof mintage of 1,795 pieces. In spite of the low mintage, some extraordinary specimens of the date are still extant. In A Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, Q. David Bowers relates, "Some of the prettiest gem cameo coins are found for this date." Bowers could have had the present coin in mind when he made the preceding statement. Vibrant orange and lemon hues endow this well struck and exceptionally preserved Superb Gem with exceptional eye appeal. The portrait has splendid cameo contrast with the reflective field. PCGS has certified only one coin in PR67 Red Cameo, with one finer, and NGC has yet to grade any coin this high within the Red Cameo designation (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2104

1902 1C PR68 Red PCGS. As might be expected from the grade, this piece is one of the most unusual and spectacular Indian cents that this cataloger has ever seen. This obverse color is a chrome-green tint, with barely a tinge of yellow, while the reverse is a light reddish-tan, also with a slight yellow-green hue. Radiant cartwheel luster emanates from each side, and the strike is razor-sharp. Amazingly, for the entire population of proof Indian cents, PCGS has certified only two pieces as PR68 Red, including the present coin, and they are both 1902 proof Indians. Tied for finest graded of the entire proof series, this is an absolutely essential coin for the Registry Set collector. Certified in a green label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

2105

1903 1C PR68 Red NGC. This astonishing Superb Gem specimen is guaranteed to elicit a reaction from even the most jaded collector of the Indian cent series. The pristine surfaces are yellow-green with a tinge of gold at the centers, ceding to areas of flaming cherry-red, sunset-orange, and fuchsia near the rims. All four diamonds on the ribbon are bold, the feather tips are as sharp as ever seen on this design, and all of the vertical and horizontal shield lines are evident. A powerfully appealing survivor, the single finest Red representative graded by either NGC or PCGS (2/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2106

1904 1C PR67 Red PCGS. Although the Guide Book reports a proof mintage of 1,817 pieces for the 1904 cent, only the present specimen has received the lofty PR67 grade from PCGS, regardless of color designation (3/09). Though the observer is welcome to scrutinize the carefully preserved surfaces, the time would be better-spent simply holding the coin at arm's length and admiring its aesthetic appeal. It is a beautiful apricot-gold Superb Gem with glassy fields and intricately struck devices. Both sides are virtually immaculate, even with the aid of magnification. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

Lincoln Cents

2107

1909-S VDB 1C MS66 Red PCGS. The 1909-S VDB is the most famous of all Lincoln cent issues, and is indeed one of the most popular coins in all of American numismatics. The demand for this piece is incredible, not only among Lincoln cent collectors, but also from those simply fascinated with the issue.
This fully Red Premium Gem displays yellowish-green color laced with whispers of reddish-orange. The design elements are sharply struck, including excellent definition on the bow tie, date, mintmark, VDB, and lines and grains in the wheat stalks. Lustrous surfaces have been well cared for and are free of mentionable contacts or carbon. PCGS has graded only nine Red coins higher (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2108

1910-S 1C MS67 Red NGC. By 1910, the novelty value of the Lincoln cent had worn off, and the 1910-S issue in particular was little saved; as a result, high-end survivors from this issue of slightly over 6 million pieces are elusive and desirable. Q. David Bowers comments in his Guide Book of Lincoln Cents, "A blazing gem with original color is scarce if sharply struck and with good eye appeal." This Superb Gem passes muster in all respects, and the lemon-tinged copper-peach surfaces have particularly appealing luster and considerable fire. Census: 3 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2109

1914-D 1C MS66 Red NGC. The 1914-D was better struck than the Denver issues of 1911-1913, and this is an especially sharp example with crisp definition on Lincoln's beard and coat, and all lettering on both obverse and reverse. Only 1.193 million cents were struck in Denver in 1914, and it was recognized as a key issue in the Lincoln series as early as the 1930s. By that time, however, Mint State pieces were highly elusive.
In addition to its vibrant reddish-tan coloration, this lovely coin displays smooth surfaces that ensure its status as one of the most desirable survivors available to advanced specialists. The strike is razor-sharp throughout and every feature rises powerfully above the fields. An exquisite coin for the discerning Lincoln cent specialist. Census: 5 in 66 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

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1915 1C MS67 Red NGC. Ex: Pittman. There was no plate in the Pittman catalog, so our pedigree is based strictly on the NGC label. This Superb Gem has wonderful original orange mint color with traces of carbon on the obverse, and slight mellowing on the reverse. The borders are weakly defined, especially in the vicinity of the lettering, as David Akers describes in the Pittman catalog. The 1915 is a plentiful date, although Superb Gem examples are nearly impossible to obtain. Census: 1 in 67 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: New Netherlands Coin Co. (10/19/1943); John Jay Pittman (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 308.(Registry values: N2998)

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1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse MS64 Brown PCGS. FS-401, formerly FS-013.2. Die Pair 2. If not for the fact that Philadelphia produced no cents in 1922, the missing-mintmark 1922-D variant would be little-acknowledged today, probably dismissed as weakly struck or poorly produced P-mint pieces. Thanks to the odd coincidence, however, the so-called "No D" coins have gained acceptance slowly and now enjoy widespread popularity. Easily the most valuable (and some would say the only true) No D pieces are those from Die Pair 2. Q. David Bowers recounts recent history and theory in his Guide Book of Lincoln Cents:

"The ANACS staff, writing in The Numismatist, July 1982, consolidated comments and research by others, and described the specific characteristics of die pairs used to strike 1922 cents with a weak or missing D. Die Pair No. 2, with no D visible, was described as starting with a fresh pair of dies. The two dies clashed ... causing clash marks on both sides. According to the ANACS scenario, the obverse die was lightly dressed or filed, to remove the clash marks, and in the process the D was removed completely."

The reverse die in this scenario apparently was not saved but discarded, and a fresh one brought in to be matched with the old obverse die, thus creating Die Pair 2's distinctive Strong Reverse.
Mint State 1922-D cents of any stripe are elusive today, and the No D coins are particularly challenging. This Brown near-Gem has attractive blue-green overtones that grace mocha surfaces. Each side is glossy, and while the obverse devices show characteristic weakness, the reverse is bold. For Die Pair 2, Population: 5 in 64 Brown, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

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1932-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Jack Lee. The Philadelphia and Denver cents of 1932 and 1933 have long been known as condition rarities, though as David Lange notes in his Complete Guide to Lincoln Cents, " ... 1932-D has emerged with a slight edge in this respect." At the Superb Gem level, with just six Red examples graded by PCGS and none finer (3/09), it is little wonder that this issue commands the price it does. This piece is immensely lustrous and crisply detailed, with even red color over each side. Excellent preservation with eye appeal to match.(Registry values: N991)

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1943-S 1C --Struck on a Type One Dime Planchet--AU53 NGC. Nearly all 1943-S cents were struck on zinc-plated steel planchets. A few were struck on copper planchets leftover from stock intended for 1942-dated dies, and those pieces are out of the price range of most collectors. A different wrong planchet error, seen on the present lot, is more collectible. This cent is struck on a 90% silver, 10% copper dime planchet. The planchet never made it through the upset mill, and thus incompletely struck areas of the border are nearly level with the field. The strike is generally sharp, since silver is a soft metal, and a dime planchet is only slightly smaller than a cent planchet. Selected softness on the rims, as well as on Lincoln's shoulder and the O in ONE, is characteristic of this elusive wrong planchet combination.

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1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. The 1955 Doubled Die is justly regarded as one of the most popular 20th century numismatic error coins. Unlike many obscure errors that require a loupe, a Cherrypickers' Guide, and CONECA for identification, the 1955 Doubled Die looks startlingly wrong, even to the unaided eye. Gem examples are seldom seen, regardless of color designation. Most specimens of the issue either show circulation wear, are afflicted with carbon or unattractive color, or show central die cracks from improperly tempered die steel. This charming Gem shows splendid bluish-purple coloration on the obverse along with some muted red around the devices, and the reverse is reddish-purple. This piece in MS65 Red and Brown is one of only five so graded at PCGS, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

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1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 Red PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. The 1955 Doubled Die is truly one of the great mint errors of the 20th century. Its popularity came about, not by extensive numismatic promotion, but by the sheer magnitude of the error. Even to the naked eye the dramatic doubling of the date, motto, and LIBERTY is clear. With the aid of a loupe, the error is brought to even fuller life. To acquire an example of this coin is one of the highest achievements of any Lincoln cent collector. To obtain an example in Mint State is quite a challenge, even if one is heedless of color designation or surface quality.
Here is one of the very finest examples to survive. Not only is this a Gem specimen with excellent surfaces throughout, but the red color has somehow survived as well. The color ranges from bright red to the slightest hint of brick-red with yellow-gold tinges. Faint traces of carbon can be seen on the lower obverse. Most examples of this issue ended up in circulation, and few today have more than a trace of the original red imparted by the Mint. This coin has it all--rarity, condition, popularity--and it is tied with a small select group as one of the finest to survive. Do not miss out if you have been waiting for just the right coin to represent the key issue in your Lincoln cent collection. Population: 18 in 65 Red, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: The William Bickel Collection, Part One (Heritage, 7/2005), lot 10126. Earlier from Heritage (7/2002), lot 6218; Heritage (5/2003), lot 5537.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Three Cent Silver

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1870 3CS PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. The 1870 is tied with two other three cent silver issues for highest proof mintage, though as one might imagine, top-flight specimens are as challenging for the 1870 as they are for other issues with slightly smaller mintages. This exquisitely preserved piece stands alone atop the combined certified population for Cameo coins (3/09). Blue-green and gold-orange peripheral shadings add a fantastic dimension of eye appeal to each side, and the frost on the essentially untoned central devices stands out beautifully. The Star designation is well-deserved.(Registry values: N7079)

Shield Nickels

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1872 5C MS67 NGC. With a recorded mintage of slightly more than 6 million pieces, the 1872 Shield nickel is available in all grades up to the Gem Uncirculated level, although it is not as easy to locate as the large mintage would indicate. Relatively few business strikes were saved by collectors at the time of issue. The date becomes very rare above MS65, with only two coins certified in MS67, both at NGC (3/09).
The present coin is an unimprovable specimen, tied with one other example for finest certified honors. The strike is sharp throughout with crisp detail on all design elements and rich, satiny luster on the unblemished surfaces. Beautiful rose, pale blue, and yellow toning add even more to the staggering overall visual appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Shield Nickels

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1867 5C Rays PR64 PCGS. The 1867 With Rays Shield nickel is much, much rarer than its 1866 With Rays counterpart. Breen estimates in his Proof Encyclopedia that 25 examples were produced, including only a few in minor proof sets produced in February or earlier and perhaps a few singles: The 1867 No Rays nickels came out as early as March of that year. Recent research by John Dannreuther suggests that only 15 coins constituted the initial delivery, with all others later restrikes. Other collectors have made an even more extreme suggestion, that none of the 1867 With Rays nickels were struck in that year. Whatever the case, the 1867 With Rays is the key to the proof Shield nickel collection by a wide margin. Dusky pinkish-gold coloration decorates both sides of this near-Gem proof example. This sharply struck piece is housed in a green-label holder and shows considerable cameo contrast, although unrecognized at PCGS. Population: 16 in 64, 20 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

Liberty Nickels

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1885 5C MS66 PCGS. With a low mintage of less than 1.5 million pieces, the 1885 is the key issue in the Liberty Head nickel series, and as such is a date much in demand by collectors. It is easy enough to locate as a proof, but unquestioned Mint State business strikes are very elusive, and full Gem examples are especially desirable. Q. David Bowers remarks " A sharply struck Gem Mint State 1885 nickel is a great find for the knowing connoisseur." This specimen is a problem-free, original coin that is fully struck and nearly blemish-free. The surfaces are highly lustrous beneath an overlay of golden patina, as faint reddish-apricot streaks are apparent on both obverse and reverse. Population: 15 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

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1912-S 5C MS66 NGC. The year 1912 saw the first coinage of nickels at the San Francisco Mint. Coinage of the denomination was delayed until December 24, and continued for just four days. The result of this activity was a paltry mintage of only 238,000 pieces, the lowest business strike total of the Liberty Head series (excluding the clandestine 1913 issue). Many examples were saved by collectors, as the design was replaced by Fraser's Buffalo motif the following year. Q. David Bowers notes virtually all examples seen have weak strikes, due to improper spacing of the dies.
The present coin has an uncommonly strong strike, and bright, satiny luster. Shades of ice-blue toning predominate on the obverse, with an arc of iridescence at the bottom. The reverse is toned in beautiful concentric rings of pale purple, rose, yellow, and russet. Magnification reveals a few inconsequential marks on the neck. NGC has graded only five specimens at the Premium Gem level, with none finer, while PCGS has graded eight example in MS66, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Buffalo Nickels

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1913 5C Type One, 3 1/2 Legs MS64 PCGS. FS-901, formerly FS-014.85. The bison's leftmost (facing) leg is indistinct. The most important Type One variety; the 1913-D "Two Feathers" listing is a distant second place. This relatively new variety, not discovered until 1995, is very rare in Mint State where only a few pieces are known. The Indian's profile is lightly strike doubled. Dusky gold toning is most prominent near the denomination. A few pinpoint obverse flecks determine the grade.
A June 7, 2004 Coin World article by Eric von Klinger describes the origin of the 3 1/2 legs mint error:
"James Earl Fraser's design for the Buffalo nickel, as it is commonly known, left the animal's forelegs relatively shallow in the die. When a reverse die had to be abraded to remove marks, the detail in this area was most at risk of being abraded away altogether. Such vigorous abrasion, or 'polishing,' is typical when two dies have come together in the coining press without a planchet between them, transferring design elements to each other in the form of 'clash marks.' "
This example was previously sold by Bowers and Merena, as lot number 3397 in their 2003 Baltimore A.N.A. auction, where it realized $19,550.
An MS65 example of this rare variety was sold by Heritage as lot 5513 at the 2004 Pittsburgh A.N.A. sale, for $47,500.

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1913 5C Type One MS68 NGC. The 1913 Type One Buffalo nickel is always in great demand as a first-year-of-issue date and a one-year type coin. The present coin is a virtually unimprovable specimen of this popular date. As one would expect, the surfaces on this piece are nearly perfect. We also see no trace of carbon spotting. Each side has pronounced mattelike granularity, as always seen on this issue, and the striking details are fully brought up in all areas. This example shows pale violet, powder-blue, and light gold toning over vibrant luster, which is given a shimmering quality by the textured surfaces. The perfect type coin or perhaps the perfect coin for the collector assembling a Registry Set of Buffalo nickels. Census: 11 in 68, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

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1913 5C Type One MS68 PCGS. As one would expect for the grade, the surfaces on this piece are nearly perfect. We also do not see any trace of carbon spotting. Each side has a pronounced matte-like texture, as always on this issue, and the striking details are fully brought up in all areas. This example shows pale violet, powder blue, and light gold toning over vibrant luster, which combines with the finely granular surfaces to grant each side a shimmering quality. As one of just 12 PCGS-certified MS68 examples with none finer (3/09), this piece is equally suitable for the high-end type collector and the Registry enthusiast.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

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1913-S 5C Type One MS68 NGC. A beautifully toned, immensely lustrous example of this most elusive Type One Buffalo nickel issue. Over sharply struck devices and pristine fields, wide bands of violet, gold-orange, and electric-blue patina add vibrancy to the coin's eye appeal. The surfaces seem virtually immaculate, even after close inspection with the aid of a magnifier. The somewhat pebbly reverse surface textures are mint-made, as are the clash marks beneath the Indian's chin and feather. This Superb example is the single finest-graded at NGC, and is tied for numerically finest certified by both grading services, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

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1913-D 5C Type Two MS67 PCGS. This first-year variant from the Denver Mint has a mintage of 4.1 million pieces. Examples are scarce in all grades with high grade survivors generally displaying far better definition than their Type Two counterparts from the Philadelphia and San Francisco Mints. This particular representative is no exception in that regard, but what is uncommon is its state of preservation. Full mint luster shimmers across both sides with a smooth, satiny sheen. Essentially unblemished and marvelously appealing. One of just 10 MS67 examples certified by PCGS, with none finer at that service (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1914/3 5C MS65 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-014.87. This Guide Book variety has been the subject of much speculation since its first publication in 1997, and the most recent edition of the Fivaz-Stanton Cherrypickers' Guide notes that study is ongoing. For the collector who wants to study this variety at his or her leisure, this Gem offers excellent luster and above-average peripheral detail. Occasional pink-gold and violet tints invigorate the fields. One of the finest certified survivors of this intriguing Buffalo nickel overdate. Population: 2 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

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1914-D 5C MS67 PCGS. With a mintage of just over 3.9 million pieces, the little-saved 1914-D has become a popular semi-key Buffalo nickel issue. While examples through MS64 and even MS65 are available for a price, the opportunity to own anything finer comes only rarely. This impressive Superb Gem, housed in a green label holder, is impressively detailed with vibrant, frosty luster that complements light orange and green-gold patina. The textured obverse in particular is ruggedly attractive, and the coin is as carefully preserved as it is appealing. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1914-D 5C MS67 NGC. The 1914-D nickel can be located through the near-Gem level of preservation. Full Gem examples are available with some patience and searching. Premium Gems are quite scarce, and this issue is rare in Superb Gem. Anything finer is virtually unobtainable.
This MS67 specimen displays pleasing luster and nickel-gray patina with subtle champagne-gold undertones. A well executed leaves strong definition on the design elements, including the central areas that are characteristically weak. The surfaces are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots, and the planchet quality is excellent. This latter point is significant, for as David Lange (2006) writes: "The Denver Mint frequently used dies long after they became worn, and both flowlines and cracks are typical of its products from the mid-1910s through the mid-1920s." Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

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1915-S 5C MS67 PCGS. In his Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, David Lange offers a number of cautions about the 1915-S issue. First is a warning on overall rarity, that the "1915-S is truly scarce to rare across all grades. ... Most seen are AG - VG. Other grades are very scarce, while choice and gem examples are genuinely rare." Superb Gems take this rarity to an extreme; NGC has graded no MS67 examples, leaving the three PCGS-certified pieces at that level tied for finest known (3/09).
Lange's second concern involves the strike: the 1915-S, like a number of later S-mints, can come with poor definition. As the author notes, while a few pieces are relatively well-defined, "More common, however, are poorly struck pieces." The present example is substantially above-average with crisp detail everywhere save for the letters of Liberty, an area which several writers have highlighted as consistently being weak regardless of the boldness found elsewhere.
A third and final red flag is the toning. As stated by Lange, "As with 1915-D, there seem to be quite a number of toned examples, with this toning rarely being attractive. Dull, monochromatic toning of brownish gold is typical." Once again, this Superb Gem bucks the trend, with only light orange and blue hues that allow the coin's strong luster to shine through. In all respects, this carefully preserved survivor is a remarkable exemplar, worthy of the finest collection devoted to the series.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1916 5C Doubled Die Obverse AU55 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016. Recognition for the 1916 Doubled Die Obverse nickel was slow in coming, as described by David Lange in his Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels. Though there were reports of the variant in the early 1960s (Lange credits Herbert S. Perlin's July 1962 entry in Numismatic Scrapbook as its first publication), the variety would not become popular until the next decade. Lange writes: "Not until it was described and illustrated in the September 1976 issue of the Coin Dealer Newsletter Monthly Summary did this coin gain proper recognition. It appeared shortly thereafter in the Red Book (A Guide Book of United States Coins, by R.S. Yeoman), and it's been a perennial favorite ever since."
In some ways, the 1916 Doubled Die is the Buffalo nickel's answer to the Lincoln cent's signature doubled die from 1955. At their widest, their spreads are quite similar, though the Pivoted Hub doubling on the 1916 nickel did not double as many design features as did the Rotated Hub doubling on the 1955 cent. Still, the 1916 Doubled Die was not discovered until after collectors began searching in earnest for doubled dies, an event precipitated by reports of the 1955 cent oddity.
The present Choice AU coin shows light golden overtones with hints of pink. Softly struck in the centers, as usual, though the bison's head is well-defined. Light but distinct rub affects the shoulder, though marks are few. Overall, an excellent example that offers great eye appeal. PCGS has certified just nine finer examples (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

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1916 5C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016. A Guide Book variety. So far, 2009 has proved a boon for the dedicated Buffalo nickel collector operating at the highest tiers of grade and rarity. Our January 2009 FUN Auction saw no less than four top-flight examples of the 1916 Doubled Die Obverse nickel come up on the block: a pair of AU55 coins, an MS62 survivor, and one of the two MS64 representatives tied for the finest certified by PCGS (3/09). Now, at the 2009 Central States Auction, the other PCGS-graded MS64 piece is available, offering bidders a second chance to own one of the most dramatic 20th century doubled dies in what has often seemed an unattainable grade.
In his Item of the Week column published in the March 15, 2005 edition of Numismatic News, Paul M. Green described the 1916 Doubled Die nickel "as perhaps the greatest and least known rarity of the 20th century. It is ironic, because the logical assumption would be that any coin of the 20th century is well known and appreciated."
To a greater extent now than then, the 1916 Doubled Die variant is appreciated, but only through the prism of decades of lost survivors. As many writers on the Buffalo nickel series have noted, the variety went essentially unrecognized until the early 1960s, and by that time, Buffalo nickels of all dates had passed from circulation after decades of the Jefferson design. The 1916-dated nickels of all varieties were used extensively in commerce, with relatively few examples saved for posterity. Is it any wonder that the 1916 Doubled Die nickel, which must have represented a tiny fraction of the issue, is most often encountered in heavily circulated grades, with even lightly worn pieces jockeying for position in the Condition Census? Paul Green's image of hundreds or even thousands of 1916 Doubled Die nickels passing from hand to hand, their high-relief dates wearing to oblivion, is thought-provoking indeed.
When Heritage last offered the present piece at our September 2005 Long Beach Auction, its technical and aesthetic virtues were described as follows: "Given the rarity of this error nickel in Mint State, the attractive example that we highlight here should be of obvious importance to advanced Buffalo nickel collectors. The surfaces have been carefully preserved with a colorful endowment of greenish-gray patina over both sides. This deepens to antique-gold and crimson near the peripheral areas. We have no complaints about the sharp striking quality, save for a small amount of detail at the central regions. The boldly doubled digits in the date are readily evident to the naked eye. The fields and devices are smooth enough to warrant consideration even at the MS65 grade level, but accuracy compels us to mention a single ... spot on the obverse just before the Indian's chin. [This last] feature notwithstanding, we unhesitatingly declare this coin as one of the finest known survivors of this rare and popular 20th century error." Having examined the coin carefully, the present cataloger sees little else to add, save for an admonition to bid strongly--who knows when such an opportunity will come again?
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

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1916-D 5C MS66 PCGS. Uncommonly well-defined at the braid and on the bison's head, though the shoulder shows trifling softness. The luster is frosty and thoroughly impressive. The faint green-gold accents visible on the obverse cede to deeper peach hues on the reverse. Excellent preservation and eye appeal. Though the 1916-D is not particularly scarce in grades through MS64, MS65 examples are challenging and neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a coin finer than MS66; with just 11 such coins graded by the latter firm, it ranks as a condition rarity at that level (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1918 5C MS67 PCGS. Ex: A D M Collection. David Lange (2006) notes that the 1918 nickel, despite its high mintage of over 32 million pieces, is inexplicably difficult to locate across all grades. He theorizes that technical problems may have plagued 1918 Philadelphia nickel production, and that published mintage figures may include many coins ultimately withheld from release.
The present Superb Gem deviates from the above profile. A well executed strike leaves sharp definition on the design elements, and bright luster exudes from a virtually perfect planchet. A delicate blend of soft violet and champagne-gold patina rests upon immaculately preserved surfaces. Population: 7 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1918 5C MS67 PCGS. The typical 1918 Philadelphia issue nickel is poorly struck, with the knot securing the Indian's braid having no detail at all (David Lange, 2006, p. 106). The present Superb Gem offering is a refreshing exception. The braid and knot are sharp, and much of the Indian's hair is strong. Some minor softness is visible in the hair above the bison's forehead, but the horn and tail are crisp. Radiant luster endows both sides, and each presents a lovely melange of pastel violet, orange, yellow, and lavender patination. The impeccably preserved surfaces reveal no mentionable abrasions or spots. Population: 7 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

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1918/7-D 5C MS64 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. Nearly every 20th century coinage series has many unusual and exciting varieties. Just take a look at the Breen Complete Encyclopedia and the other excellent books about 20th century varieties, especially the Cherrypickers' Guide. However, relatively few of the many varieties listed in those books are actually included in the Guide Book, and such a listing is a badge of distinction for any individual variety. For example, the 2009 Guide Book only lists seven individual varieties, but the fifth edition of the Cherrypickers' Guide records 52 different Buffalo nickel variants.
Another factor that is important to the popularity and desirability of any variety is the period of time that the variety has been listed in the Guide Book. The 1914/3 overdate was first listed in the 1998 Guide Book, the 1935 Doubled Die and the 1936-D 3-1/2 Leg varieties were first listed in 1994, the 1916 Doubled Die was first listed in 1978, the 1938-D/S Buffalo was first listed in 1963, the 1937-D Three-Legged variety was first listed in the 1949 third edition, and the 1918/7-D overdate has been listed in every Guide Book since the 1947 first edition.
While the 1918/7-D overdate is in high demand across the entire grade spectrum from VG to Mint State, it is also a major rarity in all Mint State grades. This gorgeous piece has wonderful satin luster with light blue and greenish-gold at the centers, framed by lighter peripheral gold at the borders. The diagnostic die crack on the Indian's cheek extends nearly to the mouth. The strike is sharp, and the aesthetic appeal is excellent. Population: 31 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

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1918/7-D 5C MS65 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. The years 1917 and 1918 saw an unprecedented production of small change at all of the U.S. Mints. This heightened production was in response to a serious shortage of small denomination coinage, possibly caused by hoarding and the transportation of much small change overseas. More than one million American soldiers served on European battlefields in the last two years of World War I, and every one of them carried at least a few cents and nickels with him. The coins were eagerly accepted by French merchants, who particularly liked the nickel. David Lange tells of this contemporary newspaper account, "The French like the American 5-cent piece. 'Elle est jolie,' they say, comparing it to the French coin of the same denomination with a square hole in the center." To make up for this drain on the domestic supply of coinage, all U.S. Mints were working overtime in late 1917.
One unintended consequence of this extra Mint activity was the production of several important overdates in the coinage of 1918. Both the quarters of the San Francisco Mint and the nickels of the Denver Mint are known in overdate varieties, and each variety is a prized rarity to collectors today. The overdate dies were created by a hubbing error that occurred in late 1917, when dies dated 1917 were still in use and dies for the next year were hurriedly manufactured. In The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, David Lange describes the likely sequence of events:

"In sinking a working die, two or more impressions had to be taken from a working hub. Between each impression, the developing die was taken to the furnace to be annealed, or softened, since the first impression caused the metal to become workhardened. It was then ready for another impression. Amid the haste to produce new dies, a working die that had already been impressed with a hub dated 1917 was then either inadvertently or intentionally given another impression from a hub dated 1918. The result was an overdate."

The overdate feature went unnoticed by numismatists of the early 20th century and the coins circulated extensively for a long period before it was discovered. Exactly when the error was first noticed is unclear. David Lange references an appearance on March 15, 1930, in an auction held by dealer Paul Lange of The Hobby Shop. Q. David Bowers notes an appearance in a Barney Bluestone catalog in 1931. Neither of these events was widely noticed by the numismatic fraternity, and the issue languished in obscurity until the late 1930s when collecting Buffalo nickels became widespread. By the time of the Adolphe Menjou Sale (Numismatic Gallery, 6/1950), catalogers had become familiar with the variety. Lot 597 of that sale reads, "1918 over 17 D. Only fine but rare, lists in very fine condition at $50.00."
An important step in the developing popularity of the coin was its listing in the first edition of the Guide Book of United States Coins 1947. The Guide Book was actually published in 1946, but had the following year's date on the cover. The variety was listed on page 88 as "1918D over 7." The price was listed as $40.00 in fine and $150.00 in Uncirculated. The popularity of the Guide Book ensured that knowledge of the variety would spread and its value would increase accordingly.
The exact mintage of 1918/7-D Buffalo nickels is unknown, but Bowers estimates an original production figure of about 100,000 pieces. Because the coins circulated for so long before the variety was noticed, the great majority of the surviving population is in lower circulated grades. The typical example seen today is in the VG-VF range. Many example doubtless exist in grades below VG, and more than 100 specimens have been graded, but the overdate is difficult to detect because of wear on the date. Coins grading AU are seldom encountered, and Mint State specimens are rare. The number of surviving specimens in Mint State grades is another mystery. Population data in the lower Uncirculated grades has been distorted by resubmissions. Walter Breen guessed possibly six specimens survive in Uncirculated grades, but that estimate is certainly too low. Lange estimates approximately two dozen example are extant in Mint State grades, a more reasonable figure. We would not be surprised if the real total was larger still, say around 35-40 pieces.
A diligent search of auction records reveals just four appearances of this issue in Gem condition during the past 15 years. Heritage was privileged to handle the coins in two of these appearances, one in the Central States Signature Sale (Heritage, 4/2002), lot 5374, and another in our Exclusively Internet Auction Sale (Heritage, 5/2001), lot 1100. The two major grading services have certified a total of six specimens at the Gem level, evenly split, with three at NGC and three at PCGS. Neither service has graded an example in any higher grade (3/09).
A good description of the overdate can be found in the Cherrypickers Guide, by Bill Fivaz and J.T. Stanton:

"Description: A very rare overdate, with the top of the 8 extending halfway up into the horizontal bar of the 7. The two "ears" of the 7 show clearly, as well as the flat top surface of the 7. The diagonal of the 7 is straight, not curved, and appears on the right portion of the upper loop and the left half of the lower loop.
Comments: Look for the small die crack immediately above the tie on the braid, leading slightly downward to the Indian's jaw. The beginning of this die break can be seen even on lower grade coins."

The present coin shows fine traces of the die crack extending from the braid across the Indian's face. A few specimens from an early die state are reported without the die break, but the feature is generally considered diagnostic. All 1918/7-D nickels are from the same die pair.
The coin offered here is truly a magnificent specimen. The surfaces are pristine and mostly brilliant, with a pale overlay of pinkish color. The considerable visual appeal is augmented by the sharp strike. The high technical grade, intense aesthetic appeal, and fascinating history of this coin combine to make this offering one of the most desirable examples of 20th century coinage.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2137

1918-S 5C MS65 PCGS. The 1918-S Buffalo nickel faced some production problems, as illustrated by David Lange (2006). First, the strike is often weak, with the first two date digits sometimes incomplete. Also, most examples have frosty luster that is somewhat subdued. The present Gem deviates from Lange's profile. A well executed strike leaves strong delineation on the design features, including the date, braid, LIBERTY, most of the bison's fur, and the tail. The luster is full and can be classified as pleasingly semibright. Low to medium intensity violet, champagne-gold, and beige-gold patination adorns both sides, each of which is devoid of significant marks or spots. Population: 29 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2138

1919-D 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1919-D Buffalo five cent is one of the more challenging issues to locate fully struck. The forepart of the bison's head is drastically flattened on most pieces, and the horn is somewhat indistinct at its tip. While some minor softness occurs in the fur over the forehead on this Premium Gem representative, the design elements are better defined than usually seen. This includes full delineation on the horn, date, and mintmark. Pastels of soft violet, champagne-gold, and ice-blue envelop the highly lustrous surfaces of each side. Close examination reveals no mentionable contact marks or spots. Population: 14 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2139

1919-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Though David W. Lange, in his The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, describes the 1919-S as "notorious for being weakly struck" among other complaints, the present coin offers substantially above-average detail, with the bison's horn fully outlined and only trifling softness visible on the high points. This Gem offers strong eye appeal in other areas as well, with attractive champagne and pale nickel-blue patina over quicksilver surfaces. Minimally marked and highly desirable. NGC and PCGS have graded only four finer examples between them (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2140

1919-S 5C MS66 PCGS. An awesomely and stunningly detailed example of this postwar issue. The 1919-S has achieved notoriety as one of the worst-struck issues in the Buffalo nickel series. However, the present example is so remarkable that it contradicts every point that David Lange makes regarding the issue in the third edition (2006) of The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels. Lange comments: "This date is notorious for being weakly struck, particularly on the reverse. Problem areas include the border, denomination, mintmark and the bison's head with its all-important horn. Mint state coins may look worn, yet lustrous. ... 1919-S nickels have disappointing luster. The typically seen mushy example may have the smooth, mercury-like luster so common to weakly struck nickels, but it is seldom accompanied by the brilliance often associated with such coins. Toned examples are common, and this toning is usually not attractive."
While this coin is a hair short of being fully struck, it is certainly one of the most phenomenally well struck 1919-S Buffalo nickels in existence, especially on the reverse. To say so in no way diminishes the incredibly strong obverse strike. The bison's head and shoulder are positively furry, although the right (facing) front leg shows a tad less sharpness than desired. The horn is full and crisp, the tail is almost completely split, and the denomination and mintmark are bold. The obverse is equally strong, although a touch of softness shows just above the braid knot.
Any discussion of this coin must also mention the stunning, gorgeous toning that distinguishes this coin from any other. Both sides sport translucent patina with lilac, ice-blue, sunset-gold, and jade-green predominant. The patina is nonetheless light and translucent, so that bountiful luster bursts forth unimpeded. A personal inspection is recommended, as this delectable coin must be seen to be fully appreciated. A piece sure to break records, and destined for the finest Registry Set. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2141

1920-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Ex: A D M Collection. With a mintage just shy of 9.7 million pieces, the 1920-S nickel is more readily available than many of its S-mint brethren in circulated grades, but in Mint State it becomes a noteworthy condition rarity, particularly at the Gem level. This is a charming example with light gold-orange patina over quicksilver luster. Though the centers show minor softness, the bison's head and its all-important horn are boldly defined. Marks are few and the eye appeal is high. PCGS has certified just 16 pieces as MS65 and only one finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2142

1920-S 5C MS65 PCGS. An impressive Gem with gorgeous rainbow toning, full underlying satin luster, and excellent design detail that falls just short of a full strike. This piece is an exceptional example for the "informed connoisseur" as Dave Bowers writes in A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels:

"The 1920-S is scarce in any Mint State grade, and when found is apt to have lightly defined details. Coins with sharp details are very rare, and seem to constitute only about 15% of the population. Luster and eye appeal are usually subpar. Here indeed, is a fantastic opportunity for the informed connoisseur."

The 1920-S is one of the keys to the Buffalo nickel series. This magnificent example will be the cornerstone to a high grade Buffalo collection. Population: 16 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2143

1921-S 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1921-S is one of the scarcest Buffalo nickels in all grades, and is especially challenging in Gem and finer levels of preservation. This scarcity is compounded by a number quality control anomalies. Laminations, streaks, and other flaws suggest that many examples were impressed on poorly prepared planchet stock. What's more, many coins show signs of extended die life in the form of sizeable cracks, cuds, and excessive flow lines (David Lange, The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, p. 122). Moreover, the issue tends to come poorly struck.
The present MS66 example, on the other hand, reveals no evidence of the aforementioned planchet problems. Interestingly, the die state is late. Apparently, the dies had become extensively clashed, remnants of which can still be seen in the obverse field. Both sides were extensively polished to remove as many of these clashmarks as possible. In so doing, Mint employees left numerous die polish lines that one can see in nearly all field areas of this coin. The innermost feather and the Indian's neck are also attenuated. The design features benefited from a well executed strike. The date and LIBERTY are crisp, as are the reverse letters.
The surface preservation is extraordinary, with both sides being free of bothersome abrasions and carbon spots. Magnification brings out soft violet, champagne, and ice-blue coloration, slightly more evident on the reverse. The bright surface exhibit full mint bloom. Population: 8 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2144

1924 5C MS67 PCGS. In an article published in the Numismatic News dated November 25, 2008, Paul M. Green notes that the Philadelphia Buffalo nickels as a whole are overlooked, though he also highlights the 1924 as being the most challenging (and most expensive!) P-mint issue of its period. This Superb Gem, tied with eight others for finest in the combined certified population (3/09), is immensely lustrous beneath delicate nickel-blue patina that shows apricot-tan peripheral accents. An excellent strike, with a "chin-whiskers" die clash below the portrait's chin adding interest. The series enthusiast should take a close look at this beauty.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2145

1924-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Perhaps even more remarkable than this S-mint nickel's impressive preservation is its strength of strike. In the Item of the Week column published in the July 31, 2007 edition of Numismatic News, Paul M. Green writes that issues such as the 1924-S "... were horribly made in many cases. The strikes are bad and much of the detail is lacking." This Gem offers a great exception to the rule, with boldness at both the centers and the margins. Luminous mustard and green-gold toning envelops each side but lets the naturally strong luster shine through. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 31 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2146

1925 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1925 is part of a string of high-mintage Philadelphia issues from the Roaring Twenties, heavily produced but also heavily spent. Though lesser Mint State coins are relatively available, Gems and better appear only in small quantities, and at the MS67 level, the emphasis is on "small," with just six coins so graded by PCGS and none finer (3/09). This gleaming piece has frosty luster with occasional hints of peach patina over otherwise bright nickel-white surfaces. Decisively struck with a small planchet flake below the bison's body as the only flaw readily perceptible to the unaided eye.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2147

1925-D 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1925-D is among the worst produced of all D-mint nickels and is one of the great strike rarities in the Buffalo series. The bison's head is usually flat, and very few possess complete horns. Some examples are known with the E in FIVE filled, and most are characteristically weak in the first two numerals of the date.
The central design motif on each side of the current Premium Gem is very well brought up, actually about as strongly defined as one is ever likely to find on a '25-D. This is not to say the coin is fully struck; there is the usual softness in the hair on the bison's head, for example. The date digits and LIBERTY are sharp, however, and the bison's horn is full. Likewise, all of the peripheral lettering, including the mintmark, is strong.
In terms of luster quality and surface preservation this coin is nothing less than remarkable. Just a hint of pale golden patina lightly coats each side with complete, satiny underlying luster, and there are no marks or spots worthy of individual mention. The foregoing attributes add up to perhaps what is one of the finest 1925-D nickels extant, and as such, will undoubtedly generate spirited bidding. A review of out auction records indicates that this is one of only four Premium Gems that we have had occasion to offer. It is one of 14 Premium Gems certified by PCGS and NGC, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2148

1925-S 5C MS65 PCGS. Overall weakness is the norm for the 1925-S nickel, particularly in the bison's head and around the coin's periphery. The mintmark may be grossly distorted and even indecipherable. David Lange (2005) indicates that "both broad set distances between the dies and overextended usage of the dies combined to produce so many miserable coins."
Minor localized softness is evident on the present Gem, but by and large most of the design elements, such as the horn, peripheral lettering, including the mintmark, are well brought up. Golden-gray surfaces are splashed with bluish-violet, and possess rather pleasing luster. Both sides are nicely preserved. Population: 18 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2149

1926-D 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1926-D nickel has a decades-long reputation as a challenging issue for those seeking appealing examples; David Lange, for example, writes in The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels that while the 1926-D is "... not particularly scarce in most grades, the majority are so poorly struck as to render them undesirable to collectors. Gems are scarce for the same reason ... ."
With its uncommonly bright luster and pale blue, lilac, and green-gold toning, this Premium Gem offers fulfilling eye appeal. In addition, the strike is sharp for the issue, particularly on the bison's head; the horn is not only outlined, but rounded as well. Population: 23 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2150

1926-S 5C MS64 PCGS. In his December 7, 2004 "Item of the Week" column for Numismatic News, Paul M. Green comments on the minor paradoxes of the 1926-S nickel, particularly that it "... is not an especially tough date. It probably should be tougher when you consider the fact that it had a mintage of 970,000, which makes it the lowest-mintage regular-date Buffalo nickel."
Later, however, Green acknowledges that the issue "... has become an enormously important Buffalo nickel in top grades." This appealing near-Gem offers quicksilver luster beneath deep rose, olive, and dusky gold toning. It is well-defined for the date with few overt marks. PCGS has graded just 11 coins finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2151

1926-S 5C MS65 PCGS. The 970,000-piece 1926-S makes it the lowest mintage regular-date Buffalo nickel. No other circulation strike nickel of the twentieth century has a lower mintage, except the 1912-S Liberty Head five cent. Despite its low mintage, the 1926-S is readily available in the lower circulated grades. Extremely Fine and About Uncirculated examples, however, become more difficult to locate. The issue is scarce through the near-Gem level of preservation, and higher grade specimens are rare.
The 1926-S appears to have some quality controls issues. David Bowers writes of Mint State examples in A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels, for example:

"... many are dull, stained, artificially toned, or otherwise unsatisfactory--including more than a few in certified holders. The striking is unremarkable, the result of inaccurate die spacing and, perhaps, keeping dies in the press too long. Even a Sharp Details coin with rich luster would be a numismatic prize."

This Gem offering is one of those prizes. While not fully struck, most of the design elements exhibit sharp definition, the sole exception being softness in the hair on the bison's head. Bright luster exudes from both sides, each of which displays a medley of soft violet, lilac, ice-blue, aqua-green, and champagne-gold patina. A few unobtrusive marks and flecks on the impeccably preserved surfaces likely preclude an even higher grade. Extremely rare to find eye appeal this nice. Population: 11 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2152

1927-S 5C MS65 PCGS. The 1927-S five cent, coming from a mintage of 3.430 million pieces, is scarce through near-Gem and rare any finer. PCGS and NGC have certified fewer than 40 examples in MS65, and NGC has seen five Premium Gems. No specimens have been graded finer by either service.
The present Gem displays a veneer of soft violet, gold-beige, and ice-blue patination over intense luster, and a well executed strike delivers strong definition to the design elements. The impeccably preserved surfaces reveal no mentionable contact marks or spots. A top-notch piece for the aficionado of Buffalo nickels. Population: 20 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2153

1928-S 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1928-S and the 1929-S have similar mintages, 6.936 million pieces versus 7.754 million pieces. The two issues were struck at the same facility, only one year apart. In typical circulated grades, there is no difference in price. But surprisingly, by the AU level, the 1928-S is considerably scarcer than the 1929-S. This trend continues in Mint State, where the 1928-S is priced at multiples of the 1929-S.
It is difficult to explain the rarity of the 1928-S relative to the 1929-S. Perhaps a West Coast collector simply hoarded the 1929-S upon release. That person may also have saved rolls of the other two lowest denominations, the cent and dime, since for those denominations the 1929-S is also much more plentiful in high grade than the 1928-S. The 1928-S nickel, like other mintmarked issues from its decade, was little saved and is difficult to locate in exceptional Mint State condition.
The present Premium Gem is bright and lustrous on both sides and bathed in a light blue peripheral frame, with golden-russet highlights to the centers. Evenly matched and quite attractive. The strike is sharp on the devices, and both the obverse and reverse dies show evidence of clashing. As to the rarity in this lofty grade, the combined NGC and PCGS population data show 11 coins graded this high, with none finer. Certainly worthy of any top-notch collection, and a coin that is probably unimprovable. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2039, which realized $43,125.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2154

1928-S 5C MS66 PCGS. The '28-S Buffalo nickel had an original mintage of 6,936,000 pieces. Normally, a production number of that size would result in thousands of coins surviving in Mint State. Such is apparently not the case with this San Francisco Mint issue. Lange notes that: "This is another date that is readily available in lower grades, due to the usual hoarding of S-mint nickels. XF-AU examples are scarce and may also be disappointing in strike. So-so mint state coins are not rare but are much less available than the 1928-D nickels. Choice specimens are scarce, gems rare, due primarily to deficiencies in strike."
Easily one of the finest 1928-S nickels we have ever encountered, this attractive, rock-solid Premium Gem example displays remarkably crisp striking details, shimmering luster, and a lovely array of gorgeous cobalt-blue, rose, and antique-gold toning. Although the bison's forehead and the 1 in the date exhibit slight, typical softness, the other design elements are well defined. Perhaps even more noteworthy is the outstanding surface preservation of this coin. After close examination under a magnifier, just two to three minuscule marks are detected on each side, and none of them are significant enough to distract the eye of the beholder or to limit the assigned grade level of the piece.
Unsurpassable quality for the issue and an important coin for the Buffalo nickel collector who demands only the finest. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2155

1929 5C MS67 PCGS. Once in a great while, we are able to offer a truly special coin that is designed only for the finest collection. Such is the case with this particular 1929 Buffalo nickel. According to David Lange, this date is usually well (but not fully) struck up, a typical characteristic of many nickels from the 1920s. Wear on the master hubs was partly to blame, but incompletely hubbed dies and greater than optimal die-set distance seems to have also contributed to this problem. This example displays near-full striking definition, save only for just a bit of fadeaway at the obverse rim.
At this time in history, the Mint did not have a program to sell coins directly to collectors in packaged sets; however, the Treasury Department was aware that hobbyists sought Uncirculated examples of the current issues. Circulars issued during 1932 reveal how fresh coins were obtained by the collecting public, and 1929 Philadelphia nickels were among the pieces that remained available at the time. The text reads as follows:

These applications must state definitely the coins desired, the mint by which manufactured, the amount and denomination, as well as the purpose for which desired, and they must be accompanied by a remittance in cash or money order payable to the Treasurer of the United States for the full face value of the coins, plus an amount sufficient to cover the postage there-on by first-class mail and the registration fee, if it is decided the shipment must be registered.
In case coins are desired from all three mints it is necessary to include postage, etc., for three different shipments.
Please read these directions carefully and in making your application to the Treasurer see that each foregoing requirement is complied with.

Typically 1929 nickels are very lustrous, this example being no exception with deeply frosted surfaces overall. Even close inspection fails to reveal any notable marks, spots, or blemishes. A fully original coin, soft ice-blue toning graces each side with some pastel-rose color intermixed on the reverse. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2156

1930-S 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1930-S nickel was largely withheld from release at the time of its manufacture, as little demand existed for new coinage during the Depression. Placed into storage, these were still on hand in 1934 when the economy first began to recover. Upon their release, these low mintage coins (5.435 million pieces) were quickly hoarded by speculators and dealers (David Lange, 2006). Consequently, this is a rather common issue today, with even full Gems readily available. Higher grade coins are scarce to rare, however.
This marvelous Superb Gem displays whispers of light violet and nickel-gold, slightly deeper on the reverse, and an exacting strike delivers sharp definition to the design elements. Both sides yield choice luster and are impeccably preserved. This eye appealing specimen is a wonderful fit for a high-grade Buffalo nickel or type collection. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2157

1931-S 5C MS67 PCGS. The 1931-S Buffalo nickel boasts a low original mintage of just 1.2 million pieces, the second lowest of the series. New coins were not really needed in the slow economy of the Depression era, so most of the mintage was stored for several years. By the time demand for nickels was sufficient to necessitate their release, collectors had become aware of the small production total. Many pieces were saved by speculators, with the result that Mint State specimens are surprisingly available today.
The situation would have been much different, were it not for a shrewdly calculated intervention by the Acting Director of the Mint. In November of 1931, only 194,000 nickels had been coined at the San Francisco Mint, and no nickels had been minted at the other Mints. Acting Director of the Mint M.M. O'Reilly feared this situation would lead to rampant speculation if the low mintage became known. R.W. Julian discovered a letter in which she sent the following instructions to the San Francisco facility:

"The only nickels coined this year were those manufactured at your mint: $9,700 worth being issued in January. This amount, if allowed to be the total coinage for the year, would send the nickels of 1931 to a premium and would cause the Treasurer and this Bureau a good deal of trouble for years. This Bureau has conferred with the Treasurer's Office and it is suggested that you discontinue the coinage of dimes and prepare to run on nickels for the balance of the calendar year."

These measures were adopted and resulted in the situation we know today. If the mintage of 1931-S nickels had been left at the level attained in November of that year, the issue would probably be the rarest and most valuable coin in the series.
The date is not rare in lower Mint State grades today, but it is very rare above the Premium Gem level. NGC has certified only three examples at the Superb Gem level, with none finer, and PCGS has graded just two specimens in MS67, with none finer (3/09).
The present coin is virtually unimprovable, with intense visual appeal to match the high technical grade. The surfaces are bright and highly lustrous, under a pale rose and lilac patina. The sharp strike enhances the already considerable eye appeal. This offering represents a rare opportunity for the discerning collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2158

1935 5C MS68 PCGS. From an original mintage of more than 58 million pieces, the 1935 Buffalo nickel is a more challenging coin than its huge production figure would suggest in the highest Mint State grades. Examples are readily available in grades up to the Premium Gem level, but finding a coin with a good strike is more difficult. In A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels, Q. David Bowers observes, "The 1935 Buffalo nickel is another unheralded rarity as far as finding one that is a needle-sharp strike. Inspection of about 2,000 examples of this date, from various sources, yielded only 10 with Full Details!" At the MS67 level the date becomes rare, and in MS68 only two coins have been certified, one at NGC and the present coin at PCGS. No coins have been graded finer at either service (3/09). A diligent search of auction records reveals only one appearance of this date in MS68 grade over the last 15 years. Clearly, this offering represents an important opportunity for the collector who wants only the best.
The coin offered here is a visual treat. The pristine surfaces are highlighted with beautiful iridescent toning. Rings of golden patina alternate with silver-blue at the peripheries, and traces of lavender and ice-blue are noted in the centers. The luster is vibrant, and the strike is sharp, as befits an MS68 coin. The combination is rare for this issue as David Lange notes "the most lustrous coins seem to be a bit softly struck, while the really sharp examples have more muted luster." Distinctly finer than a Superb Gem (of which NGC has graded 34 specimens) and the ultimate coin for a Registry or type collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2159

1935 5C Doubled Die Reverse MS64 PCGS. FS-801, formerly FS-018. This variety was discovered about 35 years ago and has been listed in the Guide Book since 1994. Because the coins circulated for 30 years before the variety was noticed, most examples seen today are in lower circulated grades. Coins at the near Gem level are very rare. Only five examples have been certified in MS64, with just two finer, all at PCGS (3/09).
The present coin has well preserved surfaces, with satiny mint luster and a slight overlay of gray-lilac patina. A few scattered handling marks are consistent with the grade.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2160

1935 5C Doubled Die Reverse MS65 PCGS. FS-801, formerly FS-018. The 1935 Doubled Die Reverse mintage was an unknown, but certainly small, portion of the huge emission of 58 million pieces achieved by the Philadelphia Mint in that year. In the Cherrypickers' Guide, Bill Fivaz and J.T. Stanton estimate a surviving population of 251-500 pieces. This variety is distinguished by strong doubling on the denomination and E PLURIBUS UNUM, with doubling also visible on the eye, horn, and mane of the buffalo. Walter Breen gives credit for the discovery of the variety to Phillip Steiner and Michael Zimpfer, who mention it on page 66 of their 1974 book, Modern Mint Mistakes. The variety was little noted by the numismatic community until its inclusion in the Guide Book in 1994.
Because the coins circulated extensively for so long before the variety was noticed, most examples seen are in lower grades. Fivaz and Stanton report the variety is rare in any grade above VF. In The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, David Lange observes that Uncirculated examples "remain very scarce, and are highly prized by series specialists and general variety collectors." Only two coins have been certified at the Gem level, both at PCGS, with none finer (3/09). A search of auction records reveals only two appearances of the variety in Gem condition over the last 15 years. We handled the coin on one of those occasions, in the FUN Sale (Heritage, 1/2007), lot 830.
The present coin is a pleasing specimen of this rare variety. The strike is slightly soft, as usually seen on this issue. Q. David Bowers notes the striking quality of the variety is "just so-so." The attractive surfaces are enhanced by even gray patina. The chance to obtain this rare variety in Gem condition may not recur for years.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2161

1935-D 5C MS67 PCGS. With a mintage exceeding 12 million circulation strikes, the 1935-D can be located in Uncirculated grades through MS64. Full Gems are somewhat more difficult to obtain, Premium Gems are scarce, and higher grade examples are quite rare. David Lange (2006) writes that this issue is the second scarcest in the popular "short set" of 1934 to 1938.
Rich orange-gold, violet, and sky-blue patina enriches both sides of this highly lustrous Superb Gem. The strike is above average for the issue, further enhancing the coin's overall eye appeal, and close inspection reveals impeccably preserved surfaces. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2162

1936-D 5C MS68 PCGS. The 1936-D Buffalo nickel enjoyed a substantial mintage of 24.8 million pieces. In The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, David Lange comments "1936-D nickels are quite superior to the two Denver Mint issues that preceded them." Experts believe original rolls may still exist, so the final word on availability in certified high grade may not have been heard yet. The availability of the date in all grades makes the issue a popular choice for type collectors. However, Lange also points out the issue can be challenging at the Gem level and above, due to incomplete striking. At the Superb Gem level, specimens are quite scarce, with 71 pieces graded in MS67 at NGC and PCGS combined. Only two examples have been certified in MS68 grade, both at PCGS (3/09). We believe this coin last appeared in the Rarities Sale (Bowers and Merena, 8/2004), lot 424, but plate matching is inconclusive. The cataloger in that sale speculated this piece might well be the first 1936-D Buffalo nickel to be awarded the MS69 grade. Of course, only time will tell.
The present coin is a marvelous specimen with absolutely pristine fields and unbelievable toning. The pale blue centers are surrounded by concentric rings of scarlet, gold, and lime-green color. The sharp strike imparts exquisite detail to all design elements (Q. David Bowers reports only 2% of specimens seen have a full strike). The combination of high technical grade and superb visual appeal makes this coin a prime candidate for a Registry set. This offering represents a rare opportunity for the collector who will not settle for second best.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2163

1936-D 5C 3 1/2 Legs MS62 PCGS. FS-901, formerly FS-019. This coin is currently the finest-graded example of this very rare variety. The satiny surfaces are clean, with ample luster to please the eye. Furthermore, the periphery is bathed in colorful iridescent toning, particularly so on the reverse, while the centers are more typically yellow with a hint of nickel blue. As to the strike it is average, with slight weakness on the tail and head of the bison. What makes this variety so desirable is the lack of a significant portion of the bison's foreleg, which suffered a similar indignity as found on the following year's more famous "Three Legged" version. Apparently the dies had clashed or cracked, and were judiciously lapped to the degree that the leg was partially effaced, much to the delight of specialists today. PCGS has graded a mere 49 examples of this variety in all grades, and this one is the only Mint State coin yet certified by that service (3/09). An important opportunity for the advanced collector to obtain what may be the only Uncirculated example of this variety.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2164

1937-D 5C Three-Legged MS66 NGC. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. A look at our Signature Sale catalogs from almost any year might lead one to believe that the 1937-D Three-Legged Buffalo nickel is not particularly scarce. We typically offer numerous circulated and a few Mint State examples in every major auction we conduct. Coins graded as MS66 or finer by either major service, however, are rare. Only 21 pieces have been so graded at NGC and PCGS combined, with but a single MS67 NGC piece finer (2/09).
The current offering must be among the most eye-appealing of those coins. Lovely mint luster flows over amber-olive surfaces that only show a single minor abrasion just below the Indian's hairline. The strike is as close to full as one should expect for this variety, which intrinsically has some striking irregularities. The often-seen die erosion appears, producing orange-peel texture that is more prominent on the obverse. The glowing satiny luster and gorgeous pinkish-gold iridescence overcome any objections. It is unsurprising that the present coin is among the finest known of this popular numismatic error variety. Census: 17 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2165

1937-D 5C Three-Legged MS66 PCGS. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. For a key-date issue as perennially popular as is the 1937-D Three-Legged Buffalo, it is also perennially mystifying how few collectors bother to learn the characteristics of genuine examples. Although the record for numbers of popular coins that are counterfeited likely belongs to the 1916-D Mercury dime, there are also considerable numbers of bogus 1937-D Three-Legged Buffalos floating around the marketplace "raw" or uncertified.
The easiest way to create a counterfeit Three-Legged Buffalo, of course, is to remove portions of the front leg from a "regular" 1937-D nickel--but that will produce a coin that still lacks most of the characteristics of the Three-Legged Buffalo. Just a single pair of dies was used to strike this variety. Among the many key diagnostics to look for on a genuine coin are these:

Obverse: Rust pits, flaws, and die crack. Although few of the references mention it, this issue always shows patches of roughness on the obverse, apparently created from die rust. One patch is on the top of the Indian's neck, just below the juncture with the hair. Another shows to the left of the longest feather about midway down, in the hair. Other patches are just above the obverse rim at 6 o'clock, and on the front of the neck, beneath the jawline. A small die crack runs southeast through this patch, with a small, comma-shaped lump near its lowest point.
Reverse: Beard, hoof and leg, die lumps, spindly rear leg. The reverse of a genuine 1937-D Three-Legged Buffalo also has numerous diagnostics that are easy to spot. The buffalo's beard is pointed, and longer on the right (facing) side than the left. Although a Mint employee removed the front leg with an emery board, the hoof is still present. There is a stream of raised die lumps running downward between the front and rear legs. The rear right leg of the buffalo has a spindly, sickly look, as does the hoof on the other rear leg. The overall buffalo is a bit smaller than normal, and there are heavy metal flow lines at various points.

This is a lovely, lightly toned Premium Gem coin, boasting soft, silver-gold toning accented on both sides by jade-green and lilac. Although most specimens of this variety are lackluster at best, due to the eroded state of the dies that diffused the luster, this piece offers considerable luster that verges on "cartwheel," more so on the reverse than the obverse. This essentially unimprovable piece is one of four so graded at PCGS, while NGC has certified a single piece finer, an MS67 ★ (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2166

1938-D 5C MS68 PCGS. Essentially perfect to the unaided eye. The strike is bold and sharp, as is typically seen on this final-year issue. Mostly brilliant with a silver-gray finish, though subtle hints of rose color decorate the left side of the obverse and most of the reverse. With a combination of strong characteristics for the issue as a whole, the 1938-D has become one of the most popular Buffalo nickel type issues, and it is readily available in grades through MS66, though MS67 coins become elusive and anything finer is a condition rarity. Population: 8 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2167

1938-D 5C MS68 PCGS. As the only issue from the final year of production, 1938-D Buffalo nickels (slightly over 7 million pieces minted) were widely saved in Mint State. This is reflected in a PCGS/NGC population of several tens of thousands of Uncirculated coins. The two services show nearly 3,000 MS67 specimens alone. The population drops precipitously in MS68, however, where only 23 examples have been graded, and none finer.
Radiant luster exudes from the immaculately preserved surfaces of this captivating Superb Gem. Soft violet patina dominates both sides, splashed with yellow-gold, crimson, orange, and sky-blue accents. Finally, a well executed strike imparts sharp delineation to the design features, rounding out the coin's astounding eye appeal. Population: 8 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Buffalo Nickels

2168

1927 Special Strike 5C SP65 PCGS. Twenty years ago, I closely examined one of the most interesting discoveries that has ever crossed my desk. Three Specimen 1927 Buffalo nickels had just been certified by NGC after being sold to Jim Halperin at a coin show. The source of these pieces was unknown. However, after consulting with Walter Breen it seemed reasonable to conclude that these coins came from the estate of John Sinnock. Sinnock was a "quiet and unassuming" man, according to Neil Harris, former editor of The Numismatist, but he was "always trying new things." Sinnock's collection was consigned to the joint ANA-CNA auction conducted by Kelly and Charlton in Detroit in 1962. In that auction, lot 352 contained 10 Buffalo nickels. Three were dated 1927, three 1930, and four 1934. All were described as Uncirculated and the lot sold for $60 on a $75 estimate. Of course, no one knows today whether the three Specimen coins were the same three 1927 nickels in this lot from Sinnock's estate, but Walter Breen thought it was a reasonable conjecture.
One of the problems encountered when these coins first appeared is that they were totally unsuspected. There is no actual documentation that says such coins were struck. No one knew they existed. And yet when they appeared the physical evidence from the coins themselves was incontrovertible. When John Albanese of NGC examined the coins, he stated: "I could have sworn they were Proof." However, "It's terribly hard to call them a Proof without any backup. ... We couldn't call them Uncirculated or a Proof. They are definitely something special. We felt classifying them as Specimen was the proper thing to do."
Jim Halperin purchased two of the coins from an unspecified source. His impression at the time was noted in a Coin World article shortly after purchase: "Two of the coins came to me as standard MS-65s, but when I examined them, I was impressed by their extraordinary texture. It reminded me of the Satin Finish Proofs minted in 1936, but to see texture like that on a 1927 mintage was unbelievable! It didn't seem possible."
Several months of on-again, off-again investigation of these pieces ensued. It was suggested that these special nickels were distributed to members of the Assay Commission. The problem with this theory is that the Assay Commission only dealt with gold and silver coins. There also was a medal struck and given to members of the 1927 Assay Commission. What was certain about these pieces is that the reverse die was leftover from the matte proof strikings from 1913-1916. This was first observed by Walter Breen who wrote an opinion of one of the coins where he stated in part: " ... with complete knife rims, in all details comparable to 1913-16 'Type I' Proofs. Surfaces are satin finish and untampered. (The diagonal line on reverse flat rim about 8 o'clock is in the original die from which hubs and working dies came; no business strikes are brought up enough in strike to show it.)"
The first breakthrough in discovering the origin of these coins came from an entry in the 1928 Report of the Director of the Mint: "At the Philadelphia Mint a chromium plating plant has been installed and is being used for greatly improving the wearing qualities of dies, coin collars, machinery parts and models." George Hunter at the Philadelphia Mint said chromium-plated dies had been used on U.S. proof coinage since 1972, and he said these dies left telltale signs when they were used. Chromium-plated dies show microcracking in a "crazing pattern." In more common parlance, coins struck from such dies show a "dry riverbed look" in the fields. This microcracking is very subtle and is more easily seen toward the edge of the coin in the thin area between the light and dark areas of the coin's surface. Strong magnification is also required, he suggested between 10x and 50x. The three coins all had evidence of microcracking. On this particular coin the evidence can only be seen on the obverse because the plastic lip of the PCGS encasement covers the reverse rim.
It is our opinion that these Specimen strikings most closely conform to Dr. Judd's definition of an experimental coin:

" ... include those struck with any convenient dies to try out a new metal, such as aluminum, a new alloy, such as goloid, or a new denomination; those which represent a new shape, such as the ring-dollars; those which represent a new use of an accepted metal, such as nickel for a ten-cent piece; and those representing changes in planchets for the purpose of preventing counterfeiting, sweating, filling or the clipping of the edges of the coins. Those struck in the proper metal, where it is specified, are experimental pieces ... ."

While these pieces do not neatly fit into any of the categories listed by Dr. Judd, one can easily see that coins struck from a new process would fit into the experimental coin category.
The striking details on this piece are, of course, beyond reproach. No trace of weakness can be seen on either side. Because of the plastic encasement it is impossible to see the curved die scratch on the left side of the reverse rim. The coin displays all the necessary features to qualify it as a Satin Finish proof. Each side shows lovely light blue and rose colored toning. This particular coin can be distinguished from the two others known by the presence of a tiny spot on the end of the Indian's nose, a cluster of carbon specks below the chin, and several in the reverse field that are no higher than the bison's hooves.
Ex: Jim Halperin; Larry Whitlow; Andy Lustig; "Southern Gentleman."

2169

1913 5C Type Two PR68 PCGS. The Type Two 1913 Buffalo nickel proof was struck to nearly the same extent as its Type One counterpart, with 1,514 Type Two specimens produced compared to 1,520 of the Type One coins. That said, the 1913 Type Two issue offers its own challenges: As David Lange recounts in his The Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, "This date is second only to 1916 in rarity among the early period proofs. It's almost a certainty that many of the proofs struck remained unsold at the end of the year and were melted."
Mint techniques for striking matte proof Buffalo nickels continually improved from 1913 through 1916, the official end of the sequence, and the skill gained between the Type One and Type Two proofs is evident on the present coin. The strike is far sharper than would be found on any business strike, for example, whereas the Type One proofs can be hard to distinguish; in addition, the matte texture across each side is distinctly different from the luster present on circulating coins.
This piece distinguishes itself in other ways as well, most notably in its high preservation. The matte surfaces are essentially undisturbed, with a thin layer of toning across each side. Pale champagne and nickel-blue shadings dominate, with a few specks of deeper toning barely perceptible at the left obverse. A memorable survivor that should draw plenty of attention from Buffalo nickel enthusiasts. Population: 4 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2170

1914 5C PR68 PCGS. The 1914 matte proof nickels were well-produced and made in relatively large numbers with 1,275 pieces minted. The granular texture of the matte finish is certainly evident on this piece, and the satin surface is also abundantly evident, even through the toning. Each side has a small pinkish center that quickly turns ice-blue before showing an iridescent quality around the margins. Even though a relatively large number of proofs were produced in this second year, few are known in the ultimate grade of PR68. Only 18 coins have been certified in this grade by both PCGS and NGC, with even numbers at each service. None have been graded finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2171

1915 5C PR67 PCGS. The 1915 Buffalo nickel boasts the second lowest proof mintage of the series, with only 1,050 pieces coined. Q. David Bowers estimates 700-900 matte proof examples are still extant, with approximately 80-85 specimens in PR67 or higher grades. David Lange notes the proof issues of this date were made with great care, and have retained much of their attractive quality through the passing generations. The present coin is an outstanding example of this popular date, with elegant green-gold, mauve, and heather toning enhancing the smooth matte surfaces. A few tiny flecks are visible on the reverse, but the fields are virtually devoid of contact marks. Population: 50 in 67, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

Jefferson Nickels

2172

1943-P 5C Doubled Die Obverse MS67 Full Steps PCGS. FS-106, formerly FS-029. Jefferson's eye is nicely die doubled on this well known war nickel Guide Book variety. The obverse legends are also doubled, including the date. According to Cherrypickers', "One of the original 'Top 10' varieties. It is becoming more and more difficult to locate." Lustrous and well struck with beautiful honey-gold, powder-blue, and apricot toning. The steps are impeccably defined. A powerful loupe locates only the faintest surface imperfections. Population: 2 in 67 Full Steps, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Early Half Dimes

2173

1792 H10C Half Disme, Judd-7, Pollock-7, R.4, VF30 NGC. The 1792 half disme reflects the tentative beginnings of the early Mint and the challenges that designers and engravers had in transforming the necessary symbolism supported by America's founding fathers into handsome designs. That the early coinage would feature Liberty was a given after it was decided that the portrait of Washington, or any other president, was unsuitable for circulating coinage. The selection of the eagle for the reverse was more problematic.
The absence of a national coat of arms which artists could replicate in whole or in part demanded the selection of a motif capable of conveying the authority of a new country. The eagle, now a familiar symbol of American power, was selected more by a process of elimination than by an affirmative designation. A January 1791 report by the Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton, noted that "The eagle is not a very expressive or apt appellation for the largest gold piece, but nothing better appears ... ." For the past two centuries, numismatic artists in America have been interpreting the motifs of Liberty and the eagle with varying success.
Cornelius Vermeule, in his opus Numismatic Art in America, commented on the aesthetic challenges of this early issue. He wrote, "The bust of liberty, labeled 'Parent of Science and Industry,' is an unflattering cross between Martha Washington and one of the wild-eyed harridans who knitted while heads rolled during the French Revolution." Regarding the reverse, he commented that it resembled, "... an ailing barnyard fowl, with undersized wings spread at odd angles, curving neck, and oddly foreshortened body, a creature nowhere better seen than on the small surfaces of the dime and half-dime." Certainly, this design is not beautiful by traditional standards, yet its charm is undeniable.
This example is absolutely exceptional for the grade. Its surfaces are a handsome deep charcoal-gray with golden undertones that liven up the peripheries. It is free of the issues or distracting problems that plague these early coins, and it exhibits no distracting marks worthy of individual mention. The wear is even and the strike is uniform, resulting in rewarding detail remaining in the hair, and a strong profile to admire. A lively example that will certainly attract well-deserved attention when it crosses the auction block.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P9)

2174

1792 H10C Half Disme, Judd-7, Pollock-7, R.4, AU58 PCGS. The 1792 half disme is a classic American rarity, the first in any lineup of the most important coins ever issued by the United States. To put it another way, the 1792 half disme must be considered the premier issue in what could be called the Who's Who of American Numismatics. Acquisition of one of these national treasures is a crowning achievement for any numismatist, investor, or dedicated collector.
Although President George Washington took an understandably active interest in U.S. coinage, there is no substantiation for the mid-19th century bromide that the pieces were struck from Martha Washington's table silver. Ample evidence does point to Washington's provision of $100 in coin or silver bullion for production of the silver half dismes. The generally accepted mintage is 1,500 pieces or so; the difference is explainable by the amount of silver scrap that would be left over after silver planchets were produced.
The silver half dismes are a regular issue that President Washington clearly intended to be a circulating issue, despite their traditional listing as Judd-7 in the Judd pattern coin reference. George Washington discussed the coins in his "State of the Union" address of November 6, 1792, showing that they were struck prior to that date. As most survivors are in low grade or are damaged, or both, we can assume that the half dismes actually circulated at the time of issue. Had they been intended as pattern coins, most survivors would probably be in much higher grade. The majority of survivors from the other 1792 coinage issues are in relatively high grade, suggesting that they had been preserved as keepsakes. The wording of Washington's November address, "There has been a small beginning in the coinage of half dimes, the want of small coins in circulation calling the first attention to them," along with the physical evidence of low-grade survivors, provides considerable evidence that the coins were, in fact, intended for circulation.
While there are many low-grade survivors, a few high-grade pieces, Uncirculated or nearly so such as the present example, also are known. (President Washington personally distributed numerous examples, whose owners likely retained them, for the most part, due to their historical significance. Dr. Judd reportedly traced the pedigree of one Uncirculated piece directly back to David Rittenhouse, first Mint director.)
The obverse features a Flowing Hair portrait of Liberty, with the peripheral legend LIB. PAR. Of SCIENCE & INDUSTRY, 1792 below portrait. The reverse depicts an eagle in flight with UNI. STATES OF AMERICA around, HALF DISME below. The coins share distinct similarities with the so-called Birch pattern cents, made by a Birch whose identity remains unconfirmed; evidence suggests British engraver-miniaturist William Russell Birch. The average grade of 1792 half dismes certified at NGC and PCGS (the upper echelon of surviving specimens) is in the XF range, indicating limited circulation before being snatched up as souvenirs of the burgeoning nation's first official coinage--or perhaps Washington even carried pocket pieces for distribution. According to most accounts the coins were struck in the cellar of John Harper in Philadelphia, Sixth and Cherry streets, before the Mint facilities were completed.
The present piece is just a whisper of light wear away from a Mint State grade, visible on the high points of Liberty's hair curls around the ear. The strike is exceptionally bold but somewhat off-center, with the result that the denticulation on the obverse is thickest at noon and essentially absent at 6 o'clock. Both sides show a deep layer of gray-blue patina, with underlying glints of green and reddish hues observed on both sides. This is a coin for which some forthright collector must "seize the day," as opportunities for its acquisition are fleeting. Population: 8 in 58, 14 finer (3/09)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P9)

2175

1794 H10C MS64 PCGS. V-1, LM-1, R.6. The V-1 is the rarest of the four known die marriages of this premier half dime issue. Stars eight and twelve are boldly recut, as is the upright of the T in UNITED and two berries are seen under the eagle's left (facing) wing. A later die state with wispy die cracks across the obverse.
First produced in 1794, Robert Scot's Flowing Hair half dime emulated his design of the similarly dated half dollar and silver dollar. This began the trend of uniformity among the silver denominations that would continue through the half dime's demise nearly 80 years later. The four 1794-dated obverse dies were actually pressed into service starting in early 1795. On March 30, 7,756 half dimes were delivered, most of which were probably dated 1794. A further 78,660 pieces were produced before the end of 1795 for a total production of 86,416 half dimes of the Flowing Hair type. It is generally believed that 10 times as many 1795 examples were coined as 1794s, an estimate that is upheld by the ratio of surviving circulated examples.
Many of the extant Mint State 1794 half dimes are poorly preserved examples from the Wadsworth-Rea hoard. This Choice, deeply toned example is bathed in steel-violet and aquamarine shades. A few crisscrossing adjustment marks are seen at the lower obverse. However, the surfaces are free from other post-striking, distracting marks and are well detailed including the normally weak eagle's body. An important opportunity to acquire a wonderfully preserved example of silver coinage from its initial year of production. Population: 10 in 64, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2176

1794 H10C SP65 NGC. V-2, LM-2, R.5. The V-2, LM-2 die marriage is seldom seen in grades of MS60 or finer, and rarely with the splendid mirror surfaces that this example exhibits. Although the strike is somewhat blunt at the centers, at the lower hair curls, and at the top edges of the eagle's wings, the existing detail is clearly equal to the Eliasberg example that Walter Breen called a "Presentation Piece." In his Proof Encyclopedia, Breen recorded three different Presentation Piece 1794 half dimes, one each of V-1, V-2, and V-3. The present example is a different coin than the Eliasberg example of the die marriage. It is only the fifth Gem or finer 1794 half dime to appear in our auctions since 1993. Breen made a suggestion that the Presentation Piece half dimes may have been struck in 1794, with the first circulation strikes coined several weeks later in 1795. Without documentation to support his claim, we are unable to confirm such an idea. The first recorded delivery of half dimes was dated March 30, 1795. It is doubtful that any of those coins were actually struck in 1794.
The major grading services, including NGC and PCGS, have assigned Specimen status to a number of early coins that are truly special pieces. NGC has certified two examples as Specimen-64 and this piece as Specimen-65, and PCGS has certified a single 1794 half dime as Specimen 67. While there is no documentary evidence, the surviving coins clearly are special pieces. In his description of this piece back in 2005, Dave Bowers wrote: "there are certain early U.S. Mint coins, as here, that are different. These may be extremely early die states-so-called "first strikes" in modern parlance-or perhaps for some reason or other the planchet received a bit of extra polishing." There is little doubt that this coin is clearly something special, possibly made for presentation purposes, or perhaps merely made with a little more care. Perhaps a Mint workman acquired it as a souvenir of his employment, or a sample of his personal handiwork.
The golden obverse of this nicely preserved example is silver-gray with lovely violet and cobalt-blue toning, while the reverse has variegated blue, pale green, gold, and lilac toning. The obverse field is entirely prooflike and the reverse is satiny with reflective fields. All of the stars, letters, numerals, and central devices are bold, and crisply join the fields. A few grade-consistent hairlines on each side are the only noticeable imperfections on this piece.
Ex: American Numismatic Rarities (7/2005), lot 877.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2177

1795 H10C AU55 PCGS. V-1, LM-1, R.6. The year 1795 was the second year of production for the Flowing Hair half dime. Ten different die marriages exist for the year, seven of them being scarce to rare. The present coin is a representative of the rare LM-1 variety, characterized by the position of star 1 between curls 2 and 3, and the three inner berries under the eagle's wing on the reverse. Specimens of this variety are elusive in all grades, and very rare above the AU level.
The present coin is an impressive Choice AU example with light, obviously original toning across each side. The solidly struck design elements are well centered on the planchet. Only a small degree of wear seems evident, and there are only a few trivial marks on each side. Mild clash marks are evident just above Liberty's head.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2178

1795 H10C MS64 NGC. V-5, LM-8, R.3. A heavy die crack on this late state piece begins at the rim through the right arm of Y, through Liberty, to below the eye. This common variety is usually available in any desired grade including Gem Mint State, meaning that collectors are well advised to carefully select the quality most appropriate to their own collecting situation. Although some horizontal, vertical, and diagonal adjustment marks are evident on the high point of Liberty's cheek, the remaining surfaces are virtually pristine. The strike is bold and the overall aesthetic appeal will please our fastidious clients Census: 30 in 64, 19 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2179

1796 H10C MS62 NGC. V-1, LM-1, R.3. The so-called "LIKERTY" variation, named for the die polishing that weakened the upper and lower flats of the B in LIBERTY. The V-1 is significantly more available than its very rare overdated V-2 counterpart, though the V-1 is still scarce in an absolute sense. The present representative offers strong luster and pleasing detail on the obverse curls. Sage, green-gold, and slate shadings mingle on each side. A handful of wispy abrasions have only minimal impact on the eye appeal. For the variety, Census: 7 in 62, 11 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2180

1797 H10C 15 Stars MS62 NGC. V-2, LM-1, R.3. The 1797 15 Stars variety is considered the first of the 1797 half dimes minted, from a die that remained unused since it was engraved early in the previous year. We can be sure that the die was engraved before Tennessee was admitted as the 16th state on June 1, 1796. Since there is no evidence of a previous 6, we also know that only the first three digits, 179, were engraved when the die was produced. The 15 Stars coins were minted first, followed by the 16 Stars half dimes, and finally the 13 Stars pieces when Mint officials realized they were unable to continually add more stars for new states. They would have eventually run out of room.
This wonderful Mint State piece is boldly defined except for the central obverse and reverse, areas that are always found weak. A single fine scratch crosses the center of the bust, but otherwise both sides are exceptional. The surfaces are mostly brilliant with a peripheral frame of delicate steel and gold toning.
Ex: Heritage (10/2005), lot 478.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2181

1797 H10C 15 Stars MS63 NGC. V-2, LM-1, R.3. The first 1797 half dimes were the 15 Stars coins, struck early in the year. Today they are the most plentiful of all 1797 half dime varieties, and the easiest to acquire in Mint State grades. This piece has bold design details everywhere except at the center of the obverse and reverse, a result of poor planning on the part of the engraving staff. Deep recesses of the two coinage dies were opposite each other in the press, failing to allow for adequate metal flow to fully bring up the designs. The ivory surfaces have frosty luster with hints of light gold and iridescent toning. Census: 7 in 63, 19 finer (2/09), for all 1797 half dime varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2182

1797 H10C 15 Stars MS64 NGC. V-2, LM-1, R.3. Three distinct obverse design subtypes exist for the 1797 half dimes, featuring 13 stars, 15 stars, or 16 stars. The 15 Stars type has an arrangement of eight stars to the left and seven stars to the right. It is clearly the most plentiful of all three types, and yet only a few hundred examples survive in all grades, mostly well worn or damaged, or both. Only a small number of Mint State examples exist, including about four Gems that are slightly finer than this Choice Mint State piece. We place it at about fifth or sixth finest of the variety.
Because of the design layout, the center of the obverse is notoriously weak on these coins, as it is on this piece. However, the remaining obverse design elements are quite boldly defined. Both sides have full satin luster, the obverse pale gray with hints of blue, and the reverse mostly gold with sea-green and iridescent accents. Census: 12 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2183

1800 H10C MS64 NGC. V-1, LM-1, R.3. The commonest die marriage of the five known for the date, including a recently discovered pairing. This year marked, besides the digital change in century, the introduction of the Heraldic Eagle reverse, making this a significant type issue as well as a popular one with year-set collectors. This pretty near-Gem piece has obverse pinkish-gold patina predominating that deepens at the margins to lilac and jade. The reverse is silver-gray, with glints of lilac at the rims. Prominent multiple clash marks appear just above the date. A single scrape in the right obverse field is heavy enough to move a bit of metal, but otherwise there are few distractions and much to commend the present piece. As usually seen on this variety, clouds 5-8 and a couple of the nearby stars are weakly struck, and the central shield details are somewhat soft. Liberty is well-detailed, however, along with most of the obverse stars. For the date, Census: 13 in 64, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2184

1800 H10C MS65 NGC. V-1, LM-1, R.3. The V-1 1800 half dime is the most frequently encountered of the varieties known for this date. (As a side note, a new fifth variety was recently discovered.) A couple of dozen Mint State coins are known of this date, but it may well be that this piece is tied for finest known for the variety--the only contender we are aware of being the Norweb coin. The 1800 half dime is the first year to display the new reverse design with the heraldic eagle, and along with this being the first year of the new century, this is an important type coin. The obverse of this piece is better defined than the reverse with especially strong definition on Liberty's hair. The surfaces are light gray and evenly matched from side to side. There are traces of die clashing in the fields, but few other disturbances on the surfaces of this important, high grade coin.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2185

1801 H10C MS61 NGC. V-1, LM-2, R.4. Understating the importance and rarity of this Mint State specimen would be easy. After all, the variety is only rated as Rarity-4, meaning that as many as 200 examples might still exist. However, nearly all are well worn, typically just Fine or VF at best. The Pittman specimen is counted among just four Mint State examples of this date that have been offered at auction over the last decade.

1. MS67 NGC. Abe Kosoff (2/1959), lot 202; Stack's (11/1989), lot 366; Bowers and Merena (8/1998), lot 88.

2. MS63 NGC. The Logan-McCloskey plate coin. Allenburger Collection (B. Max Mehl, 3/1948), lot 489; Harold Bareford (Stack's, 10/1981), lot 35; Auction '82 (Stack's, 8/1982), lot 69; Heritage (8/1995), lot 5112; Ed Price Collection; Superior (5/2004), lot 1232.

3. MS61 NGC. The present example from the Pittman Collection per the pedigree below.

4. MS60 PCGS. Heritage (9/2004), lot 6072.

In addition to these pieces, a few others have been certified by NGC and PCGS. The entire Mint State population includes the four pieces listed above, and six others: MS66 PCGS, MS64 PCGS, MS62 PCGS (3), and MS61 NGC. Resubmissions undoubtedly account for some of these additional pieces.
Although a blunt strike gives the impression of wear, full luster on both sides tells of a strictly Mint State example. Pleasing medium gray surfaces have intermingled blue and gold accents on each side. Slight doubling is evident on the obverse, and faint clash marks are visible on both sides of this early die state piece.
Ex: Milton Holmes (Stack's, 10/1960), lot 2583; John Jay Pittman (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 427; Ed Price Collection; American Numismatic Rarities (8/2004), lot 274.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2186

1802 H10C XF45 PCGS. V-1, LM-1, R.5. The rarity of the 1802 half dime is well known to collectors of United States coins. Only 35 or so pieces are believed known in all grades. Most, of course, are in low grades and David Davis gives a roster of "The Fourteen Worst 1802 Half Dimes" on page 38 of the Logan-McCloskey half dime reference. There are a surprising number of high grade examples also known of this date, the finest of which is the AU50 Granberg coin that was last sold by Heritage in the 1998 FUN Sale.
David Davis' article is well researched and well worth the time to read, especially if one is interested in bidding on this coin. He has surveyed auction catalogs and found 167 appearances at public auction over a 140-year period, for an average of 1.2 appearances per year. As he points out, the availability of this date has not been uniform. In fact, there were 17 years when only three or four pieces were offered. And there were two nine-year spans, 1894-1903 and 1926-1934, when none were available at auction. This irregular availability is mirrored in Heritage's offerings of this date. We did not handle a single coin between 1976 and 1998. We handle one example of this date for approximately every 100,000 auction lots to appear in our sales. In Federal Half Dimes 1792-1837, Russ Logan and John McCloskey commented: "The 1802 half dime has not only been recognized as the key date in the early half dime series for well over a century, but it is often described as one of the classic rarities of U.S. numismatics." It is also considered to be among the 100 greatest U.S. coins by Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth.
The rarity of the 1802 half dime was recognized almost as soon as coin collecting became popular in the late 1850s. The first coin offered at public auction was in the 1859 sale by Edward Cogan of the J.N.T. Levick Collection, but that piece did not sell. The first actual sale of an 1802 half dime was four years later in the Lilliendahl Collection. That coin, described as in "very good condition" brought $340. In Davis' article (much of which we have obviously cribbed for this description), he points out just how much $340 represented in 1863: The finest known 1794 dollar sold that same year for $285. The price for the Lilliendahl coin stood as a record until Newlin's "Uncirculated" specimen sold for $400 in 1883. As a back-handed compliment to the absolute rarity of this issue, several counterfeits have been manufactured over the years of the 1802 half dime. Both the Smithsonian and the ANA Money Museum have counterfeits in their institutional holdings.
At the XF45 level, this piece is definitely in the upper reaches of the Condition Census for this rarity. The surfaces are lilac overall with golden accents around the devices. For pedigree purposes we note a thin scratch across the cheek of Liberty, and a diagonal one across the horizontal stripes of the shield on the reverse. Irregularly struck, as always, with softness showing on the lower curls of Liberty's hair as well as the corresponding area on the reverse, i.e., stars 2, 3, and 8 above the eagle's head. A rare opportunity for the serious collector of U.S. numismatic rarities.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P10)

2187

1803 H10C Small 8 MS61 NGC. V-3, LM-1, R.6. This rare variety is difficult to locate in grades above VF, according to Logan and McCloskey. Our auction database lists 35 appearances of this variety over the last 25 years, and only 11 of those are for coins that are XF or better. This piece is far finer than any that we have handled. The previous top piece appeared in our January 2006 sale of the Jules Reiver Collection, and that coin was NGC certified AU50. While we hesitate to suggest that the present specimen is the finest known; we are unaware of any better examples although the PCGS population report claims an MS63. While typically weak on the drapery and the opposing reverse, it has good luster with mottled olive and iridescent surfaces. A few minor marks are consistent with the grade. NGC has certified two examples of the 1803 Small 8 variety, the other coin graded AU55.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2188

1805 H10C AU58 PCGS. V-1, LM-1, R.4. The only dies for this difficult date. Just 15,600 pieces were struck for the issue, which was the final entry in the Draped Bust, Heraldic Eagle type. Half dime production did not resume until 1829, when the Capped Bust design was employed. The 1805 issue circulated extensively, and PCGS has graded pieces as low as Good 4. None have been certified by PCGS in Mint State, and NGC has encapsulated only one such piece, in the remarkable grade of MS65. Since that piece may remain off the market for generations, even the advanced collector will have to settle for a near-Mint example.
This generally lustrous representative has rich apple-green toning throughout most of the obverse, though the center has a window of light golden-brown. The reverse is even more colorful, and features forest-green borders with the interiors composed of powder-blue, chestnut-tan, and plum iridescence. The strike is impressive for the Draped Bust type, since softness is generally limited to the bust truncation, and the right (facing) wingtip. Thorough evaluation beneath a light and a strong loupe locates only a small spot beneath the right pendant of the second T in STATES, and a pair of minor, hair-thin marks near 7 o'clock on the obverse. These imperfections are no consequence for the Borderline Uncirculated grade, and this piece would merit a place of honor within even the most advanced cabinet of early silver U.S. coinage.
The die state is typical for an 1805, with a small, rising break beneath the date that continues to the right until it reaches the bust. The reverse dies are perfect save for clashes near the eagle's head and the U in UNITED. These clashes actually occurred prior to the 1805 production. The reverse die was first used to strike the 1803 LM-3 variety, and the Logan-McCloskey photographs for this pairing plainly show the clash marks, although the reference does not mention them, either under 1803 LM-3 or 1805 LM-1. Population: 4 in 58, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

Bust Half Dimes

2189

1834 H10C MS68 NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. V-4, LM-4, R.1. Until someone shows us a nicer one, we are going to call this coin the finest known 1834 V-4 half dime, and most likely the finest of any variety. NGC and PCGS have each certified one 1834 half dime in MS68. Both sides are fully brilliant and boldly defined with satiny, nearly prooflike fields and lustrous devices. To the naked eye, the surfaces appear perfect, and even a glass fails to bring out more than the slightest surface marks. The obverse has a prominent bisecting die crack from 8 o'clock to 1 o'clock.
Ex: Rod Sweet Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/2005), lot 3362.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2190

1835 H10C Small Date, Small 5C MS67 PCGS. V-7, LM-10, R.1. Incorrectly designated as a Large Date, Large 5C variety by PCGS. This Superb Gem is essentially brilliant with a hint of pale golden color about the reverse border and an intense frosty sheen. The strike is good, although the die state is somewhat advanced. Die lapping is on clear display before he obverse portrait. Otherwise, all details are sharply defined overall. A tiny scratch is noted between the eagle's left wing and the scroll, mentioned only as a future identifier. Population: 3 in 67, 1 finer (4/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2191

1835 H10C Small Date, Small 5C MS68 ★ NGC. V-7, LM-10, R.1. This die marriage is very common, according to Logan and McCloskey in Federal Half Dimes 1792-1837. In reality, this is probably the single most common die variety of the year, and it is generally available in all grades including Superb Gem Mint State. It should not be assumed that an opportunity to acquire this variety, or any Capped Bust half dime, in MS68 grade is an everyday occurrence. In fact, NGC has certified just five examples at this grade level for all 1835 varieties, and PCGS has only graded a single coin as MS68. The additional Star designation means that this is not only the single finest example of the date to be certified at this grade level, but it is also the finest example of the entire Capped Bust half dime series, with just one other coin, dated 1831, certified as MS68 ★ by NGC.
The obverse die was used only for this single die marriage, and this variety represents the first use of a reverse die that later appeared on the 1837 Small 5C die marriage. It is an intermediate die state with die cracks advanced but not fully developed. The surfaces are pristine and fully brilliant with frosty silver luster. The only blemishes or imperfections visible require magnification. This is an extraordinary example that will please the connoisseur. The only 1835 half dime to receive a grade of MS68 ★ from NGC, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2192

1835 H10C Small Date, Small 5C MS68 NGC. V-7, LM-10, R.1. The low 3 in the date identifies this popular Logan-McCloskey marriage, one of only two known for the Small Date, Small 5C variety. Since the other Small Date, Small 5C die pairing is the very scarce LM-11, most Guide Book collectors end up with an example of LM-10.
This remarkable Superb Gem is crisply struck, with any incompleteness limited to the left shield border. Glimpses of golden-tan toning deny full brilliance. The fields are close to pristine, and the portrait is undisturbed. The NGC Census lists no examples of LM-10 above the MS67 level. The present piece must be regarded as among the finest-known for the date, however, regardless of die marriage.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Proof Bust Half Dimes

2193

1834 H10C PR65 NGC. V-4, LM-4, R.6 as proof. Struck from the dies in the same state as the PR66 Cameo NGC coin in the present sale, and the other pieces described in that lot. Notably, the third stroke in the M in AMERICA is present, and the top of the N in UNITED is unfilled. Breen wrote in his 1989 revision of the Proof Encyclopedia that about 15 separate examples appear to survive from among 50 or so auction appearances during the previous 50 years, an estimate that the certified population data support.
The present piece shows brilliantly mirrored fields and recesses (even in the incuse LIBERTY) on the figure's headband, with mottled sea-green, pink, gold, and copper patina. The strike is close to full, although some light die striations or roller marks appear on Liberty's cheek. A prominent lint mark in the reverse field, near the eagle's beak, will help to pedigree this piece in future, but there is little mentionable contact apparent. Census: four in 65, none finer at NGC, save for the PR66 Cameo also in the present offering (3/09).
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2194

1834 H10C PR66 Cameo NGC. V-4, LM-4, R.6 as a proof. This is not the Eliasberg Collection specimen, but it is of similar quality and die state to that piece. Breen recorded the Eliasberg specimen as a proof, one of about 15 that he believed to be separate examples. But the Eliasberg catalogers left the door open, calling that coin (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996, lot 926) "MS-66, prooflike." Like the Eliasberg catalogers, we certainly (as always) invite prospective bidders to form their own conclusions regarding the status of the present piece.
This coin is also in the same die state as a couple of other examples we have handled, although we cannot conclusively say that the pieces are the same. In particular, the piece resembles in many ways the second coin below, with a small lint mark at the bottom of the lower hair ribbon behind Liberty's head:

1. Ex: Whitney P. Sunderland Collection (Bowers and Merena, 3/1994), lot 1006, which realized $20,900. PR65 PCGS.
2. Ex: Detroit ANA Signature (Heritage, 7/1994), lot 6350, which realized $20,185; Rarities Sale--Long Beach Connoisseur Collection (Bowers and Merena, 8/1999), lot 81, which realized $21,850. Formerly PR65 PCGS, later PR66 NGC before the latter auction.

We nonetheless, along with NGC, concur that the present coin is a true proof, and a memorable one at that. The Eliasberg catalogers apparently believed that the softness on the denticles on that piece precluded it being a proof--although such a rationale is illogical for a coin produced on a screw press.
On this coin both the planchet and the dies appear to have been treated with extraordinary care to produce such a coin that is fully reflective throughout, essentially fully struck (save for the denticles), and with sufficient field-device contrast to warrant a Cameo designation from NGC. Only the most trivial post-strike contact marks appear under a loupe, attesting to loving subsequent preservation as well. Most of the coin is silver-gray, with a touch of cinnamon patina dotting the surfaces here and there.
The die state, as we mentioned, is similar to the Eliasberg coin, in that the right top of the N in UNITED is unfilled, and the right diagonal of the M in AMERICA is complete, with a trace of recutting. We believe all four of these pieces to be proof strikings from the same die, produced at the same time. NGC has certified eight examples of this piece in proof format: three in 64, four in 65. The present PR66 Cameo is numerically the finest at that service, and the only Cameo (3/09).
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

Seated Half Dimes

2195

1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) MS67 PCGS. V-1. The changeover from Capped Bust to Liberty Seated half dimes happened on July 25, 1837. The Capped Bust mintage was 871,000 pieces, then the 1837 Liberty Seated coinage amounted to an additional 1,405,000 half dimes. There is incredible eye appeal on this interesting transitional type, created with the No Stars obverse. That obverse design was used only in Philadelphia in 1837, and only in New Orleans in 1838. The Large Date is easily distinguished by the Curl Top 1, whereas the Small Date has the Flat Top 1. The date is triple punched, easily visible on this early-die-state coin on the 8, which has one repunching so low it is in the denticles. The Large Date, a bit more common than the Small Date, used the punches from the Capped Bust half dimes, while the Small Date used the punches of 1838 Seated half dimes. Proof coins were made of the V-1 die, as well as business strikes. This piece shows needle-sharp strike definition throughout, complemented by gorgeous original patina of mint-green in the centers and russet-gold and copper at the rims. Essentially mark-free, and unimprovable at PCGS. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2196

1838-O H10C No Stars MS64 NGC. The 1838-O half dime marked the first year of production for the New Orleans Mint and was also the only No Stars five cent issue produced by that facility; paradoxically, all other half dimes struck that year (namely, those made in Philadelphia) are of the With Stars variety. This attractive Choice Mint State piece offers strong, pleasing luster beneath rose, violet, and blue tints that are slightly deeper on the reverse. Overall definition is crisp for the issue, and eye appeal is high. A handful of wispy abrasions in the obverse fields account for the grade. Census: 4 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2197

1850 H10C MS68 ★ NGC. Beginning in the earlier decades of the 19th century, silver and gold prices rose to levels that were higher than the intrinsic value of the bullion in the coins produced. As a result there was widespread melting of U.S. coins, culminating in extensive debate in Congress prior to passage of the Mint Act of 1853. This act reduced the amount of gold or silver in coins to levels that reduced the incentive to melt coins.
This 1850 half dime was produced during this earlier period when it was still profitable to melt U.S. coins, and predictably such pieces are rarely encountered. Even so, a few hundred pieces have managed to survive in the various Uncirculated levels. According to the two major grading services, however, none can compare to the superlative example offered here. Its heavily striated surfaces are virtually untoned, giving the coin an essentially as-struck appearance. Memorable quality for this or any other Stars Obverse half dime. Census: 1 in 68 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2198

1853-O H10C No Arrows MS63 PCGS. Though 160,000 half dimes were struck in New Orleans in 1853 prior to the weight change in that year, most of them were lost, likely reduced to bullion and converted to new-tenor coinage. As a result, the 1853-O No Arrows half dime is an elusive coin in any grade, and Mint State examples such as the present Select piece are conditionally rare. This well struck representative is pleasingly lustrous beneath peach, orange, and silver-green patina. Carefully preserved for the grade assigned and housed in a green label holder. Population: 1 in 63, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Seated Half Dimes

2199

1855 H10C Arrows PR66 NGC. Ex: P. Kaufman. There is no official recorded mintage for the 1855 Arrows proof half dime. Indeed, Al Blythe (1992) says that proofs are "unverified." Most previous auction catalogers, however, believe that about 20 pieces were struck, and that about 15 have survived to the present day. David Akers (1997), on the other hand, estimates 50 to 60 were struck for inclusion in 1855 proof sets, with perhaps 25 to 30 coins known today. Based on the approximately 40 proof 1855 Arrows half dime appearances over the past 15 or so years that we are aware of (several of which are "reappearances"), along with the 27 pieces certified by NGC and PCGS (likely inflated by resubmissions), we believe that about 15-20 examples are extant.
Regardless of which figures may be correct, the present 1855 Arrows proof half dime is one of the four or five finest known. Current NGC/PCGS population figures show eight PR66 coins, and none finer, some likely resubmissions.
The following roster is based on the auction appearances with plates clear enough to match:

1. PR66 NGC. The present coin. Ex: Phillip Kaufman; Platinum Night (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 2394. According to Kaufman's notes, this may be the Eliasberg coin (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996), lot 995, but a plate match is uncertain.
2. PR66 PCGS. Floyd T. Starr Collection (Stack's, 10/1992), lot 334; Baltimore '93 Auction (Superior, 7/1993), lot 155; Long Beach Sale (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 6157; Rarities Sale (Bowers and Merena, 7/2005), lot 369; Ira and Larry Goldberg (9/2005), lot 1609.
3. PR65 NGC. New York ANA (Superior, 8/2002), lot 715.
4. PR64 PCGS. Pre-Long Beach Sale (Ira and Larry Goldberg, 6/2002), lot 2079.
5. PR64 PCGS. Thomas Sebring Collection (American Numismatic Rarities, 1/2004), lot 1357.
6. PR64 NGC. Richmond Sale III (David Lawrence Rare Coins, 3/2005), lot 1092.
7. PR63 Numistrust. Pre-Long Beach (Superior, 9/2004), lot 1936. Catalogers say: "It is difficult to know 100% (if a proof) but the possibility exists in this case."
8. PR62 PCGS. Heritage (6/2005), lot 5340.
9. PR62 PCGS. Stack's (11/2006), lot 30.

Additional Citations:
A. PR66 NGC. Rarities Sale (Bowers and Merena, 7/2005), lot 370.
B. PR66 NGC. Pre-Long Beach (Superior, 2/2006), lot 459.
C. PR65 NGC. Pre-Long Beach (Superior, 10/2001), lot 1743.

Beautiful toning is seen in mixtures of cobalt-blue and reddish-gold splashed with whispers of lilac over both sides of this wonderful example from the Kaufman Collection. Crisply defined on the design features, leaving no elements with the slightest hint of weakness. The only pedigree identifier we can locate on the impeccably preserved surfaces is a faint linear mark from the left diagonal of the M in DIME that extends above the right upright of the same letter.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2200

1855 H10C Arrows PR66 PCGS. There are two methods used to determine the proof status of early U.S. coinage. The first method simply requires a glance at the coin. There are some coins that are identified as proofs because they have that unmistakable proof appearance, as this coin has. The second method is a detailed study and analysis of the coin, down to the intricate die variety details.
Star 4 is virtually missing, likely due to die filling at that location, and tiny hollows at the base of Liberty are a result of die polishing. A curved lint mark is noted at star 1, and a few other tiny lint marks are evident at the center of the reverse. The fields of this piece are fully mirrored with lustrous devices, all beneath lovely intermingled iridescence. Population: 1 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2201

1855 H10C Arrows PR66 NGC. CAC. No official or recorded mintage exists for the 1855 Arrows proof half dime. In this regard, Al Blythe (1992) says that proofs are "unverified." Walter Breen, on the other hand, in his 1989 proof coin Encyclopedia, lists 12 appearances. David Akers (1997), estimates 50 to 60 1855 Arrows half dimes were struck for inclusion in 1855 proof sets, with perhaps 25 to 30 coins known today, a figure that hews closely to the combined certified population.
Splashes of low intensity sky-blue, lavender, and golden-grown patina adorn this Premium Gem specimen. An attentive strike sharpens the design elements, whose frosty surfaces stand out against the reflective fields. Both sides have been well cared for. Census: 7 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

2202

1856 H10C PR65 NGC. The exact number of half dime proofs minted in 1856 is unknown, though Walter Breen in his Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins says there are "possibly 30 to 40 around." NGC and PCGS population figures more or less seem to corroborate Breen's estimate, as the two services have graded about 30 examples.
Deep bluish-purple toning dominates both sides of this Gem specimen, accented with orange, crimson, and yellow-gold. An exacting strike manifests itself in sharp definition on the design elements. Both faces appear nicely preserved. Census: 5 in 65, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

Early Dimes

2203

1796 10C XF45 PCGS. JR-2, R.4. A scarcer variety, JR-2 can be identified by the placement of star 15 right against the bust and a berry below the left edge of the first S in STATES. The die pairing represents 10% or less of the extant population of 1796 dimes. This bright silver-gray example has excellent sharpness on the obverse, and flatness on the eagle's breast is more or less standard for the variety. Desirable quality for this first-year design, for the type or date collector seeking a pleasing representative or the advanced specialist who has yet to obtain the variety.
Ex: Heritage (1/2006), lot 1702.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2204

1796 10C AU58 PCGS. JR-6, R.3. Though scarce, this variety, most easily diagnosed by the strong die breaks in and around the digits of the date, is among the more available 1796 dime die pairs. The present coin is well-defined for the issue, with only a touch of rub visible on the high points. Its patina offers winning eye appeal, with bands of blue, green, and violet embracing each side, and strong luster shines beneath the toning. Gorgeous all-around eye appeal with no individually mentionable marks on either side. For all varieties, Population: 23 in 58, 49 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2205

1796 10C MS62 PCGS. JR-2, R.4. A scarcer variety, JR-2 can be identified by the placement of star 15 right against the bust and a berry below the left edge of the first S in STATES. The die pairing represents 10 percent or less of the extant population of 1796 dimes. This bright, untoned silver-gray example has excellent sharpness on the obverse and flatness on the eagle's breast is more or less standard for the variety. Both sides exhibit notable die clashing, a common occurrence on early dimes. Desirable Uncirculated quality for this first year design. Population: 13 in 62, 29 finer (3/09) for all 1796 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2206

1796 10C MS65 NGC. JR-4, R.4. LIBERTY is closely spaced, with ER quite close and TY touching at the top. Star 1 is separate from the lowest curl and the top of the 6 is near the bottom of the bust. The digits in the date are grouped progressively closer from left to right. On the reverse there are 17 leaves left and 13 right, and AME nearly touch. The left branch has four berries, two inner and two outer.
This is a coin of truly remarkable quality. At R.4 it is considered "merely" very scarce, and is of about equal rarity to the JR-2 die marriage. On this coin, as on all apparently, there is a small die crack from the rim to star 1. The reverse shows a wispy die crack from the top palm leaf on the right side running upward into the field below the last S in STATES.
The surfaces appear original and unfooled-with, featuring shades of aqua and pinkish-lilac on the obverse, with the reverse shaded in more-consistent hues of aqua. There are no visible adjustment marks, and the strike is well centered, with full denticulation on both sides. The strike is extremely bold, so much so that even the often-weak central details on the eagle's breast are just short of full, and elsewhere there is a wealth of pleasing detail present. While perusal with a loupe will reveal a few minor ticks and scrapes, to mention them further would be to overemphasize their importance.
While this example is not the MS65 from the Garrett III sale (Bowers and Ruddy, 10/1980, lot 1568), it certainly appears to be of comparable quality to that piece, which the authors of Early United States Dimes 1796-1837 called the "finest seen." Even though examples of the 1796 dime have later been certified up to MS67 at NGC, it is difficult to imagine a more impressive example. For the date, Population: 4 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

2207

1796 10C MS66 NGC. JR-4, R.4, although not attributed as such on the NGC holder. On the obverse BERTY is closely spaced, with ER very close and TY touching. Star eight is far from the L, and star one is far from the curls. The 1796 is progressively closer from left to right, with the 9 close to the 6 and the 6 nearly touching the bust. On the reverse there are 17 leaves left (facing) and 13 right, with leaves touching the third E and second I in the legend. There is a leaf tip under the right side of the first A, but none under the third T. The right upright of N is recut at the top, and AME nearly touch. The left eagle's wing touches the rock.
This incredible specimen shows the obvious pride of workmanship present at the Philadelphia Mint for this first issue of federal dimes. The fields show prooflike tendencies under the lovely, consistent sea-green and aqua toning that nestles in the peripheries, with silver-gray highpoints. The strike is bold, with all stars sporting their centrils. Liberty's hair is highly sculptural, with each strand of hair outlined and bold all along its length. The vertical line that marks the iris of Liberty's eye is plain, as are all drapery lines. There is a bold separation of the hair from the forehead. On the reverse, the eagle's breast and wings show pleasing feather detail. There is a clear delineation between the eagle's toes and the claws beneath. Close perusal under a glass reveals a small tick on the drapery and a couple of light scrapes in the right obverse field, none of them distracting or indeed even noticeable without magnification. Wispy die cracks join two of the points of star one with the drapery, while a third crack connects a third point to the rim. The reverse is essentially free of mentionable distractions. Even though a handful of other coins may grade technically as fine, it is highly doubtful that any of them surpass this coin in terms of overall appeal. The amazing MS67 Ed Price coin is the only finer JR-4 familiar to us. Census: 8 in 66, 4 finer (3/09), for all 1796 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2208

1796 10C MS67 ★ NGC. Ex: Ed Price Collection. JR-4, R.4. Obverse: Star 1 is distant from the lowest curl, diagnostic. In the date, the 1 is close to the curl and the 6 is closer to the drapery. Stars 1 and 8 are distant from the curl and L, stars 9 and 15 are closer to the Y and drapery. Stars 3, 4, and 5 are closer than other stars on the left. Star 15 is nearly centered between star 14 and the bust. LIBERTY has ER extremely close and the tops of TY joined.
A faint crack joins the border to star 1. Reverse: Leaf tip below right base of A in STATES, diagnostic. The left branch has 17 leaves and four berries, and the right branch has 13 leaves. The two outer berries are on stems that appear to grow out of leaves. They are positioned below the upright of E and three-fourths of the distance from D to S. All leaves in the left branch are separated from the letters. In the right branch, a leaf joins the base of E just right of center, and another joins the right base of the I. AME are extremely close with M slightly high. All other letters are well-spaced. Die State: The obverse has a faint crack from the rim to star 1, continuing through that star and faintly to the lowest hair curl. Another crack faintly connects stars 1, 2, and 3. The reverse has no evidence of clash marks or die lapping. A faint crack extends from the top right leaf below O toward the final S.
An amazing example of the JR-4 die combination in nearly perfect preservation. Only a hint of central weakness is evident on an otherwise bold strike. The centering is close to perfect, with full borders on both sides, only slightly narrower at the lower obverse and lower reverse. Strong magnification is required to see any of the tiny blemishes that prevent an even higher numerical grade. Both sides have fully reflective, prooflike fields around frosty devices, imparting a splendid cameo appearance. The central obverse and reverse are light ivory and gray, with peripheral rainbow toning. At one time in the past, quality similar to this coin would have been described as "proof" or "specimen." Today, we call the coin prooflike Mint State, yet give a nod to its special appearance.
Easily the finest known JR-4, although a few other Gem specimens are close to this example in quality.
Plated in Goldberg's September 2003 sale and in Stack's sale of the James A. Stack Collection.
The faint die crack that connects stars 1, 2, and 3 is visible on this piece, although not on JR-3. Therefore, JR-4 clearly followed JR-3 in the emission sequence of 1796 dimes.
When describing this piece in 2003, the Goldberg cataloger noted: "In June 2003, Michael S. Fey reported the discovery of examples of 1796 JR-3 and JR-4 with widely repunched 6's in the date. Because of its high grade, this example shows this feature clearly. Actually, the entire date was repunched (as were most of the stars on the left), but the 6 was punched into the die three times: first, too low, then higher, then again slightly to the left!"
The repunched 6 is clearly visible on this example, as it is on the JR-3 in the Price Collection. However, the entire date and the stars on the left are all doubled as a result of double striking instead of repunching. We know this is true since the obverse dies of JR-3 and JR-4 are the same, and the JR-3 lacks any similar doubling. The evidence of a double impression should not be considered as evidence of a special strike. Rather, it is along the same lines as later double profiles or modern-day machine doubling.
Ex: James A. Stack (Stack's, 1/1990), lot 2; Goldberg Coins (9/2003), lot 241.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2209

1797 10C 13 Stars AU55 PCGS. JR-2, R.4. There are just two known varieties of 1797 dimes, easily distinguished by the obverse star count. JR-1 has 16 stars while JR-2 has 13 stars. These two varieties are about equal in rarity, each currently rated R.4. This JR-2 die marriage seems to be scarcer in high grades. While we have handled 12 different 1797 dimes in AU50 or finer grades, only five of them were from the 13 Stars obverse. The finest is the remarkable Gem Ed Price coin that NGC grades MS65, followed by an AU58 NGC coin, and three AU55 NGC examples. This example seems visually superior to the AU55 NGC coins, and may be the third finest known. It has intermingled blue, green, and gold toning with hints of russet.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2210

1798 10C Large 8 MS63 NGC. JR-4, R.3. The lone Large 8 variety, represented here by an early die state with the obverse die crack from the rim through the Y to Liberty's nose extending lightly into the field from her chin. The reverse shows extensive die crumbling. Ostensibly the most available 1798-dated dime die pair for the year, though it is scarce in an absolute sense like its brethren. At the Select level, it also ranks as a condition rarity, and while the present coin falls just shy of Condition Census placement, it would make a desirable addition to virtually any collection.
This gorgeous survivor is richly toned with lovely deep peripheral blue that extends beyond the obverse stars and reverse legend into the fields. The centers are lustrous and bright, with a blush of rose-gold. The toning patterns on the obverse and reverse are elegantly balanced against one another. Regarding the strike, this piece is generally sharp on Liberty's curls and the eagle's feathers, but most of the stars on the obverse lack their absolute centers, as commonly seen on this die pairing. Pleasingly preserved surfaces exhibit only minimal handling marks, as expected for the grade.
For pedigree purposes, we note that there are a few faint scratches in the right obverse field, and the letters AT of STATES are connected by a tiny strike-through thread that reaches up into the post of the second T. In all respects, an important coin. For the variety, Census: 8 in 63, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2211

1798/97 10C 16 Stars on Reverse MS63 PCGS. JR-1, R.3. A satiny and beautiful stone-gray representative with refreshingly clean surfaces. The strike is generally sharp for this early type, aside from minor softness on the top half of the shield. Little if any attempt was made at the Mint to efface the underdigit 7, since its base and both upper points are visible. Tennessee's admission as the 16th state inspired the equivalent number of reverse stars, which crowd the field between the clouds and the banner. On the JR-2 variety, which shares the same obverse die as JR-1, the reverse star count is reduced to 13, with lesser aesthetic effect since the stars are unevenly spaced relative to JR-1. All four 1798 die marriages receive separate Guide Book listings, due to differences in reverse star counts and the size of the final 8 in the date. Population: 10 in 63, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2212

1798/97 10C 16 Stars on Reverse MS66 NGC. JR-1, R.3. The small 8 in the date is over a much larger 7 underdigit, whose corner protrudes from the top right of the 8. On the reverse, a small die crack runs from star 10 to the eagle's head. Both sides are from late die states. The obverse die shows clashing that was subsequently lapped, then the dies clashed again. The lowest hair curl behind Liberty's head is incomplete, the higher curl that is opposite star 1 is almost entirely absent, the curls atop Liberty's head, beneath ER, are similarly weak, and much of the drapery is incomplete. Bold clash marks are visible: berries and wreath before Liberty's head, a star jutting from the bust just below the neck, clouds through the date. The reverse shows similar heavy clashing, and a curious, small die dot--an apparent die flaw--is seen near the left edge of the rightmost star. A die line travels from the eagle's left (facing) lower tail feather to the rim, another diagnostic of the late die state. In terms of die state, this piece appears quite similar to the AU58 example in this same sale.
The surface preservation of this interesting coin, however, is exemplary, with extremely lustrous, untoned surfaces that show just a glint of champagne and smoke-gray near the rims. Some light adjustment marks are seen on the obverse, near the rim at 3 o'clock. There are no visible abrasions, distractions, or signs of post-striking contact of any kind. An example of monumental importance. For the variety, Census: 3 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6)

2213

1798/97 10C 13 Stars on Reverse MS62 PCGS. JR-2, R.6. The two 1798/7 overdate dime varieties are from a single obverse that has a clearly visible overdate feature that can be easily seen without magnification. The obverse has extremely heavy clash marks.
This is the rarest variety of the year, and the present example is solidly in the Condition Census, perhaps second finest known behind the Ed Price coin. One of the interesting features on the reverse of this variety is the distinctive star pattern. There are five stars in the top row, five in the middle row, one on each side of the eagle's head, and a central star above the head that does not appear to belong in either of the two rows.
The Ed Price Collection coin that is certified MS63, the present MS62, and the Lovejoy-Logan AU58 coin that is plated in the JR dime book are the three finest that we know of, although the current NGC and PCGS population data suggest that one or two other similar quality pieces may exist. The combined population includes the following: MS63, MS62 (4), MS61, AU58 (2), AU55, AU53, AU50, and a few lower grade coins. A comprehensive roster should be developed to answer the question of resubmissions. The 11 certification submissions in AU or better probably include just five or six coins.
The surfaces have a muted silver-gray patina overall with deeper olive-green and russet color surrounding the devices and peripheries. A bit softly struck in the centers with a few grade consistent abrasions. An excellent opportunity for the early dime collector who missed the Price coin that we offered last summer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2214

1800 10C MS65 NGC. Ex: Ed Price Collection. JR-2, R.5. Both sides exhibit minor die rust, but no other signs of die deterioration. The date is wide with the 1 far from the curl, and the final 0 nearly joined to the drapery. Star 12 is solidly joined to the eagle's beak, diagnostic.
Fully lustrous and frosty silver surfaces are visible beneath original gray-brown surfaces with hints of blue, gold, and iridescent toning on each side. Slight weakness is evident at the centers, as usual, with all other details boldly defined. Traces of minor strike doubling appear at the right side of the reverse. A few insignificant marks are evident on the obverse. The combination of strike, luster, and originality will capture the connoisseur's attention.
Four obverse dies and three reverse dies were linked to create six die marriages dated 1798 to 1801. The chain includes one quarter eagle and five dimes struck in the following order: 1798 BD-2, 1798 JR-4, 1800 JR-1, 1800 JR-2, 1801 JR-1, and 1801 JR-2.
This is only the fifth auction appearance of the present piece since it was offered in the January 1985 Superior sale of the Jerry Buss Collection. In 1993, the cataloger wrote: "Only once in a great while does a coin of this caliber pop up on the market, and it will likely disappear into another collection for many years." Those words were written more than a decade ago, and are equally appropriate today.
Ex: Superior (1/1985), lot 509; Jim Matthews Collection (Superior, 1/1993), lot 267; Ed Price Collection (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1423, which realized $74,750.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2215

1801 10C MS62 NGC. JR-2, R.5. The rarer of the two die varieties for this difficult date, most easily distinguished by the leaf tip overlapping the right base of I2 and the die crack from the E in AMERICA to the shield. Although the variety is usually only found well worn and with various defects, the present piece shows few distractions other than those it left the Mint with. Liberty's hair curls are well defined, but there is some softness noted on the eagle's plumage in the central reverse. Satiny mint luster shines brightly through the light golden-rose toning that covers each side. A swath of bright cobalt-blue is seen above the date. An outstanding example of this early Mint rarity. Census: 1 in 62, 1 finer, with no coins at or above this level known to PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2216

1801 10C MS63 NGC. Ex: Ed Price Collection. JR-1, R.4. The date is closely spaced with both 1's separated from the device. Stars 1 and 7 are equally distant from the curl and L, star 8 is very close to the Y, and star 13 is close to the drapery. All stars are widely spaced with none touching. LIB are closely spaced with BERTY widely spaced. The R was first entered too low, and corrected. A vertical spine from the curl tip nearly reaches the left base of the E. Star 12 is solidly joined to the eagle's beak, diagnostic. AME are joined with all other letters separated. Stars 1 through 4 and star 6 all touch the clouds; star 5 just misses. A leaf tip touches the right base of I, and another is below the space between C and A. The outer arrow tip is below the right curve of U. Considerable die rust exists on both sides. Dotted lines of die rust in the lower right obverse field are characteristic of the variety. While the obverse die rust is primarily limited to the fields, the reverse die rust encroaches upon the devices. The 1801 dimes were coined from two obverse dies and one reverse die. While the reverse of JR-1 has extensive die rust, it is less advanced than found on JR-2. They are part of the interconnected group of dime and quarter eagle varieties struck from 1798 to 1801.
Although listed as finest seen in the dime book, Ed Price said he had seen one that is finer, so we call this the second finest known. This is a stunning Mint State example with satiny silver luster on the obverse and reverse, enhanced by considerable rose toning on both sides. As usual, the central obverse and reverse are weak, with most other details sharp. Only the stars at the right obverse are flat. A few trivial hairlines and other microscopic blemishes are of little concern.
Possibly from DeWitt Smith and H.O. Granberg; William Cutler Atwater (B. Max Mehl, 6/1946), lot 893; Lester Merkin (4/1966), lot 93; Stack's (6/1980), lot 293; Lovejoy Collection (Stack's, 10/1990), lot 16; Numisma '95 (RARCOA and David Akers, 11/1995), lot 2014; Jim O'Donnell (4/1998); Ed Price Collection (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1424, which realized $46,000. Also the plate coin in the JR reference as well as illustrated in the Bolen, Lovejoy, and Merkin (4/1966)catalogs.(Registry values: P7)

2217

1802 10C AU50 PCGS. JR-2, R.5. Light silver-gray surfaces host slightly deeper peripheral toning on both sides, with ample luster and traces of high point wear. This attractive dime has a few hairlines and other abrasions on each side, entirely consistent with the grade. When we offered the magnificent Ed Price Collection, examples of this variety that graded MS61 and AU55 were considered the two finest known 1802 JR-2 dimes. The present piece trails the AU55 by a small margin but almost certainly still resides in the Condition Census for the variety.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2218

1802 10C MS61 PCGS. JR-4, R.4. Ex: Eliasberg. The backmost hair curls are under the curves of the B in LIBERTY, which is evenly spaced. Star 1 is distant from curl 2, and star 8 is far from the Y. On the reverse, the eagle's lower beak pierces star 12 (the so-called "needle" beak).
All 1802 dimes are extremely rare in high grades, with few Mint State examples known. In our Permanent Auction Archives, dating back to January 1993, we have only offered a Mint State 1802 dime seven times, representing just four different coins, including two from the Ed Price Collection that we sold last August. The Price specimen of 1802 JR-4 graded MS62 NGC and was called the finest known of the variety with the comment, "A small number of other Mint State pieces are known, all hovering around MS60." The present example is probably the second finest known JR-4.
This is one of many memorable coins from the famous Eliasberg Collection that this cataloger first handled over a dozen years ago. It has a few faint adjustment marks through the center obverse, invisible except with a loupe, and also a few light, undistracting scrapes and abrasions. The reverse is somewhat weakly struck on the upper shield and the eagle's neck. However, both sides retain considerable luster, along with lovely gold and blue coloration.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996), lot 1050; later, Heritage (4/2008), lot 2261.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2219

1804 10C 13 Stars on Reverse VF30 PCGS. JR-1, R.5. The 1804 dime is known in two varieties, one with thirteen stars on the reverse and one with fourteen, each of which has its own Guide Book listing. This coin shows the light to moderate wear expected of the grade, with the vast majority of detail remaining very clear except for a softly struck area near 1 o'clock on the reverse, as is normal for the variety. A few marks are noted on the slate-gray surfaces, yet they are completely consistent with a coin that spent a short time in circulation. An excellent circulated example for the specialist.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2220

1804 10C 13 Stars on Reverse AU55 NGC. JR-1, R.5. The 1804 is a key date among early dimes with only 8,265 pieces produced. This JR-1 is one of the finest examples extant; in fact, it may well be tied with one other as the third finest known; near the top of the Condition Census as indicated by the population data from NGC and PCGS. This variety is apparently unknown in Mint State, and it is indicated as probably non-existent in Uncirculated in the JR reference. Good portions of mint luster are still apparent on each side of this piece, giving the turquoise and golden-rose surfaces a vibrancy one seldom sees on dimes of this date. A few shallow crisscrossing scratches are located on the lower right portion of the obverse.
This impressive dime was previously sold as part of the James Stack Collection, by the Stack's auction company of New York; and later by American Numismatic Rarities, where it was partially described as follows: "A rarity in any grade, and in high demand not only as a collectible silver issue of this magic date but also the key date of the early dime sequence. ... This specimen comes from the James A. Stack collection, a lesser-known pedigree in the grand scheme but an important one to those familiar with the overall quality of that fine cabinet. Off the market for more than a decade, and now offered to a new generation who have longed for the chance to find this rare dime in superb grade." Census: 2 in 55, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Stack's (1/1990), lot 12; American Numismatic Rarities (7/2003), lot 342.

From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2221

1805 10C 4 Berries MS65 NGC. JR-2, R.2. Only two die marriages of 1805 dimes are known, and they are attributed without difficulty since they have a different number of olives in the branch on the reverse. Although JR-2 is available in well circulated grades, Gems are irrefutably rare and coveted by both type collectors and early dime specialists.
Frosty mint luster and unabraded surfaces provide exceptional eye appeal to this magnificent early dime. Wisps of tan patina intermingle with luminous pearl-gray color. The portrait of Liberty is crisply struck, and the eagle is also bold, aside from slight softness on the vertical shield lines. Census: 15 in 65, 12 finer (1/09)
Ex: Heritage (7/2004), lot 5755.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2222

1805 10C 4 Berries MS66 PCGS. JR-2, R.2. The majority of 1805 dimes are from the JR-2 die pair, with four olives in the branch on the reverse. The only other variety has five olives, or berries as they are usually called. The 1805 JR-2 dime is the second commonest Draped Bust variety behind the 1807, and both coins are ideal for type collectors who want a single example of the design.
While an accurate census of Mint State pieces is unavailable, only a few could possibly exceed this piece for its quality. PCGS reports grading four in MS66 and just three finer pieces, although we doubt that the three finer examples represent more than one or two coins. This is only the third time that we have auctioned an MS66 1805 dime, and we have never handled a finer one.
Before this coin was struck, the planchet strip was rolled and drawn to the proper thickness, and evidence of those operations remains in the former of roller marks, thin parallel grooves that are visible across part of the design elements on each side. These are distinguished from adjustment marks since they are all oriented in exactly the same direction on both sides, and they are of consistent depth. The rolling marks are normally struck out, although slight weakness of the strike will allow them to remain. They are under no circumstances considered damage to the coin. Rather, the roller marks represent an integral part of the minting process and only add to the importance and desirability of the coin. Both sides have soft, frosty silver luster and brilliant, untoned surfaces. This amazing piece is destined for a top quality date or type collection. Population: 4 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2223

1807 10C MS65 NGC. JR-1, R.2. The reverse die was used for the production of these dimes, as well as early quarter eagles dated 1805 through 1807. For the collector with a passion toward minting processes and coinage procedures, this is an excellent study example. Extensive clash marks are visible in the fields, especially prominent on the obverse right and left of the central device. Breen noted that the dies clashed as many as nine times.
Since the clash marks are only visible on the obverse die, it is reasonable to assume that the reverse die may have been removed from the press and polished or lapped to remove the damage. Little of the design details show evidence of this lapping, so it may also be the case that the die steel of the reverse die was slightly harder, resulting in more resistance to the die clashing defects. As a late die state example, much of the border and peripheral detail is weakened. This example is fully lustrous with frosty silver surfaces and excellent eye appeal. The surfaces are essentially brilliant with slight hints of ivory. A splendidly preserved survivor.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2224

1807 10C --Curved Clipped Planchet--MS66 PCGS. CAC. JR-1, R.2. An amazing Draped Bust dime, struck on a planchet with a curved clip, sporting frosty silver luster, ivory surfaces, and remarkable iridescent toning. The flan clip is at about 2 o'clock, outside of stars 9 and 10. The central and right obverse and reverse are solidly defined, but the uneven pressure from the incomplete planchet has allowed for weakness at the left side of the obverse and reverse. Struck from a late die state of the JR-1 obverse die, with heavy clash marks and die bulges; this obverse die is distinguished by the date, which has the 1 nearly touching Liberty's lowest curl and the 7 in the date distant from the bust. Similarly, the reverse die is in a later state, affected by the deterioration of the obverse and showing peripheral softness as a result.
The high overall mintage and above-average survival rate for the 1807 issue makes the date a favorite for type collectors seeking a Draped Bust dime; it also complicates efforts to create a Condition Census for the die pair, since there are significant numbers of high-end examples. It seems plain, however, that this carefully preserved curved-clip piece is among the highest-quality survivors, and the certified population data bear this out. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Victor Kramer Collection; Goldberg Coins (5/2006), lot 1692; Stuart Levine; Ed Price; The Ed Price Collection (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1449.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

Bust Dimes

2225

1809 10C MS65 NGC. JR-1, R.4. Only one die pairing is known for the 1809 dime, which is expected considering that only 51,065 pieces were struck. This mintage proved to be the lowest of the Capped Bust type, which was introduced in 1809 and in use until 1837. Medium golden-orange patina illuminates this satiny and unmarked Gem. The left side stars are soft, but the remainder of the designs are precisely brought up aside from a couple of soft letters in UNITED. A spindly die crack connects Liberty's nose to star 5. This crack merges with a second, vertical crack on the neck to form a small die break on the cheek. Census: 3 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2226

1814 10C Small Date MS65 NGC. JR-1, R.3. Stars 6 and 7 are rotated southwest on this example, and a center dot is below the ear. On the reverse the center of the last T in STATES is directly above the B in PLURIBUS. The left serif of that T is defective, cut off at the bottom. This beautiful, extremely lustrous Gem shows green-gray centers accented by electric-blue and copper-gold on both sides. No signs of abrasion are seen on this coin, save for tiny pinscratches only visible at the correct lighting angle, one above and one below the eagle's left wing, both completely undistracting. According to the John Reich Society dime reference, this variety is seldom seen above VF. Census: 10 in 65, 3 finer (3/09) for all 1814 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2227

1814 10C Small Date MS67 NGC. JR-1, R.3. The Mint produced three distinctly different 1814 dimes as recorded in the Guide Book. The Small Date that is offered here is JR-1, the Large Date includes JR-2, JR-3, and JR-4, and the so-called STATESOF variety with the legend crowded together is JR-5. None of the five varieties are particularly rare, but the first and last are Guide Book types with only one die pair, placing added demand on the variety.
This brilliant silver piece has sensational luster with bold central design elements and frosty surfaces. The peripheries, especially along the right side of the obverse, are somewhat weak as always on this die combination. Both sides have hints of champagne toning that add to its overall eye appeal. Pristine surfaces are entirely free of distracting flaws or blemishes. Both sides have faint clash marks that are somewhat indistinct due to die flow. A quarter century ago when the JR dime book was published, the authors were only familiar with six pieces that graded MS60 or better, and they stated that MS60 was the finest they had seen. Today, we are aware of many more than six Mint State coins. However, we are unaware of any other examples that can meet or beat the quality of this coin. Prior to the present offering, the finest we have offered in any of our sales was an MS65 coin that appeared in our August 2006 sale. Census: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2228

1820 10C Large 0 MS66 PCGS. JR-11, R.3. The T in UNITED is high, and this serves to identify the variety. Each side has a tiny center dot, located below Liberty's ear on the obverse and on the left center of the horizontal shield lines on the reverse. Dies from this era were laid out using a compass, and the compass point, depressed on the die, is raised on all pieces that were struck from it. According to the standard reference for the series, the John Reich Collector Society's Early United States Dimes, JR-2 and JR-3 are the Small 0 varieties, while JR-8, JR-9, and JR-13 are Large 0 varieties. On JR-11, the digits 20 in the date are roughly the same size, although both are larger than the preceding digits 18. This meticulously struck Gem has flashy semiprooflike luster and exceptionally clean surfaces. Dusky golden-brown patina encroaches upon the centers of this otherwise untoned example. The dies are slightly rotated counterclockwise. Population: 6 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2229

1821 10C Small Date MS66 NGC. JR-9, R.2. This visually arresting example displays gorgeous, unquestionably original patina over each side, in the deepest shades of purple-rose and electric blue, with additional whispers of golden iridescence near the centers. Highly lustrous and created with a precise and powerful strike, this piece is still virtually free from post-striking damage, almost 190 years after leaving the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia.
Clash marks are noted in the reverse fields, especially near the eagle's head, but these are mint-made. Among die varieties of the 1821 Capped Bust dime, JR-9 is relatively common. Survivors are seldom encountered in Mint State, however, and Premium Gems such as this piece are rare.(Registry values: N7079)

2230

1821 10C Small Date MS67 ★ NGC. JR-8, R.2. The fourth and fifth dentils right of star 7, above the front part of the cap, are merged, and this feature is diagnostic for the variety, since the obverse die was only paired with a single reverse die. A common variety, but rarely seen in Superb Gem quality. In fact, this is the only 1821 dime of any variety that NGC has graded MS67, with or without a star. Since PCGS has never graded an MS67 of the date, this specimen is the single finest example of the date currently known. For the entire 1809 to 1828 design type, NGC and PCGS have only certified a dozen Superb Gem pieces.
Ten varieties of dimes were coined in 1821, mostly from unique die combinations that matched one obverse to just one reverse.. The entire coinage, nearly 1.2 million pieces, was accomplished through the use of eight obverse dies and eight reverse dies, an average of 150,000 coins per die pair. This example exhibits faint clash marks on the reverse but otherwise the dies are perfect.
The design elements on both sides of this finely detailed piece are bold and complete with the solitary exception of the eagle's claws. Intense mint frost is evident beneath rich champagne and blue peripheral toning around deep blue-green at the centers. The surfaces are excellent, with only a few marks of any consequence on each side.
Ex: Bowers and Merena (1/2005), lot 667, where it was misattributed as JR-6.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2231

1822 10C MS64 ★ NGC. JR-1, R.4. The only 1822 dime variety and the most elusive date in the Capped Bust dime series, this issue is highly sought after at all levels. Survivors are typically only Good or Very Good, and just 10 to 15 pieces are believed extant in Mint State. This is an especially attractive specimen, and is also the only example to receive NGC's coveted Star designation, indicating outstanding eye appeal. The striking details are well brought up in most areas, with the only area of weakness seen on the first three stars. The mint luster is slightly subdued by layers of deep purple-gray and cobalt-blue patina that cover both sides. This is an exceptional opportunity for the dime specialist or the aficionado of high quality rarities. Census: 1 in 64 ★ , 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 391.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2232

1823/2 10C Large Es MS66 ★ NGC. JR-3, R.2. The obverse of this amazing and eye appealing Premium Gem is fully mirrored around frosty devices. The reverse is entirely lustrous with frosty silver surfaces. There is no evidence of toning on either side. The eagle's claws are weak, but all other details on both sides are sharply defined. A trace of subtle mint frost on either side of the portrait in the obverse field prevents us from describing this piece as a one-sided proof, following Breen's one-sided tradition. A sensational coin that is likely one of the finest existing 1823/2 dimes. Census: 3 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2233

1827 10C MS65 Prooflike NGC. JR-10, Low R.7. Perhaps more properly described as PR65. This is apparently a proof-only variety with approximately a dozen examples currently known, ranging in grade from Good to PR67. Mike Sherrill wrote an in-depth article about this variety, published in Issue 41 of the John Reich Journal. The record price was $85,000 paid for the PR67 Lovejoy coin in 1990. This was one of only a small number of individual die varieties excluded from our 2006 offering of the Jules Reiver Collection.
All known examples, especially those in high-enough grade to see the details, have the same general characteristics: The stars on the obverse are partially or completely lacking their central details, and the hair curls are incompletely struck. On the reverse, the eagle's claws are somewhat weakly defined, and the vertical shield stripes are merged. All other design elements are bold and crisp. Both sides have fully mirrored fields with sharp transition to the devices. Always seen with a die crack from the left upright of F to the scroll, S in PLURIBUS, the eagle's head and beak, and on to the top of the wing below. Both dies were initially used to produce nonproof 1827 dimes, then mated to produce this proof-only variety. This explains some of the characteristics of this variety that are usually associated with business strikes. This lovely example has gorgeous original rainbow toning on both sides with only a few tiny contact marks visible under magnification. A few faint hairlines can be seen at the lower reverse. The overall aesthetic appeal is exceptionally high.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2234

1829 10C Large 10C MS67 PCGS. JR-2, R.2. There are double denticles between stars 3 and 4 and over star 9, and star 7 points to a curl. The scroll begins under left edge of upright of D in UNITED and ends under left edge of right leg of M in AMERICA, with the left leg of that M weak. The present example is nicely centered and sharply impressed on all of the design elements. Medium gray toning adheres to the devices, and competes with reddish-gold and green coloration in the fields. As a pedigree identifier, one small, trivial mark is noted in the field just left of the eagle's beak. Housed in a green label holder. For all 1829 varieties, population 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2235

1830/29 10C MS67 PCGS. JR-4, R.2. One of the two overdates from 1830, this variety is characterized by the second S in STATES being lower at the base than either A or T; the first A in AMERICA is recut. An earlier state of this obverse die, without die cracks or a later rim cud over three denticles above the cap. Most observers would call this gorgeous Superb Gem fully brilliant, but a trace amount of tan color is technically present along the left borders. The strike is razor-sharp on the shield, dentils, and stars, while slight softness (as made) is noted on the reverse, including the eagle's head and neck, right (facing) talons, arrow heads, and fletchings. A number of Mint State Capped Bust dimes do not demonstrate unbroken cartwheel luster in the fields; however, on the present example the luster is both intense and fully penetrating. Thorough examination under a loupe fails to locate even the faintest contact on the reverse, and the obverse is nearly as perfect, and has only a trivial indication or two of contact. On this exemplary piece, the 29 underdigits are noticeable, the lower right edge of the 2 extends east of the 3, and the right edge of the ball of the 9 is detected on the lower left of the 0. Die steel was too precious a commodity in 1830 to waste a die because it bore an obsolete date, and Mint policy at that time (and as late as the 1901/0-S half eagle) was to simply correct the offending digits in the die. The 1830/29 is scarce in all Mint State grades, and is extremely rare above the MS65 level. As of (3/09), PCGS has certified just two examples of this 1830/29 variety at the MS67 level, with none finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2236

1831 10C MS67 NGC. CAC. JR-3, R.1. An amazing Superb Gem with sharp design features, frosty silver luster, and faint traces of champagne toning. The JR-3 die marriage is a common issue among Capped Bust dimes, but it is usually found in lower Mint State or circulated grades. Superb Gem representatives of this die pairing are extremely rare. In fact, the same can be said for any date of the type. We have no hesitation pointing out that NGC and PCGS have each only certified one finer example of the date. It is likely that this example is the finest known of the variety. Census: 5 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2237

1832 10C MS66 NGC. JR-7, R.3. The JR-7 is a much scarcer variety, this being one of only a few we have handled in the past 16 years. In fact, this is a reoffering of a July 2003 appearance, while the other five in our Permanent Auction Archives have an average grade of just 34 on the 70 point scale. Bright and essentially untoned with satiny surfaces and reflective fields. The details are boldly struck up with sharp delineation on the eagle's neck, Liberty's hair and the obverse stars. An elusive die variety for the Bust dime specialist. Census: 6 in 66, 2 finer (3/09), for all 1832 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2238

1832 10C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. JR-7, R.3. The 2 is high in the date, with its baseline above that of the other three digits, and star 8 is high on the cap and far from star 9. On the reverse the I in PLURIBUS is centered under the second T in STATES.
A medley of reddish-gold, cobalt-blue, apple-green, purple, and gray patination runs over the lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem. The design elements are well brought up, and both sides are void of mentionable marks. David Davis et al. (1984) write: "This scarce variety is perhaps the most difficult 1832 dime to locate in high grades." Census for the issue: 6 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996), lot 1094; American Numismatic Rarities (10/2006), lot 78.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2239

1832 10C MS67 NGC. JR-7, R.3. The 2 is high in the date, with its baseline above that of the other three digits, and star 8 is high on the cap and far from star 9. On the reverse the I in PLURIBUS is centered under the second T in STATES.
Of the seven die pairings of 1832 dimes, four varieties share this same obverse: JR-3, JR-4, JR-6, and JR-7. However, the JR reference book asserts concerning the JR-7, "This scarce variety is perhaps the most difficult 1832 dime to locate in high grades. At least three specimens exist in mint state. Finest seen is MS-65 (sold by Stack's, Dec. 5, 1983)."
The present piece is not that piece (which is also the plate coin for the variety in the JR book). And while, as for so many early coinage varieties certainty concerning absolute population numbers is lacking, this coin has every appearance of being the single finest known.
This is a well (but not fully) struck example; certainly above average for a silver coin produced on a screw press. As one might rightly infer, the surfaces are virtually perfect on this extraordinary coin. Medium reddish-golden toning in the centers deepens slightly around the margins on each side. An important opportunity for the specialist or type collector.(Registry values: N7079)

2240

1833 10C Last 3 High MS68 NGC. JR-5, R.1. The date is important in numismatics as the first year of coinage production at the newly constructed second Mint building located at the corner of Chestnut and Juniper Streets in Philadelphia. Just a few years earlier, at least by 1828, Mint Director Samuel Moore and other Mint officers realized that the first Mint facility was already too small to meet the coinage demands of an ever expanding country. As a result, plans were made for a new building, and the cornerstone was placed on July 4, 1829. At the new facility, ten 1833 dime varieties were produced from four obverse and six reverse dies. Some of the reverse dies were carried over from the old mint to be used with new obverse dies, and perhaps it is no surprise that some 1832-dated obverse dies were also brought to the new Mint where they continued in use.
This Superb Gem is the only 1833 dime that has been graded MS68 by NGC or PCGS (3/09). The date is a rarity better than Gem quality, with just 10 pieces that NGC and PCGS have graded better than MS65. Prior to the current sale, we have only offered two 1833 dimes in MS67 and just five others in MS66. The opportunity to bid and purchase an amazing MS68 example of the date should not be missed.
The strike of this example is sold bold that it is equal to many early proof dimes that we have seen, although the frosty, lustrous surfaces clearly indicate that it is a business strike. The obverse has considerable champagne toning, with generous portions of pale violet, blue, green, and gold. The reverse is mostly lighter champagne with traces of peripheral gold and blue. An amazing coin that is destined for a first-class collection.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2241

1834 10C Large 4 MS67 ★ NGC. JR-1, R.1. The authors of the early dime reference comment on this die marriage: "Obverse strike generally strong and even. Reverse strike strong except for poorly formed denticles over UNITED STATES OF. Three proofs have been reported; none have been seen by authors."
Since that time, a few proof 1834 JR-1 dimes have been certified by NGC and PCGS, including the fabled King of Siam specimen. The current offering has the appearance of a proof coin and when compared to other certified proofs of the same variety, the differences are nearly indistinguishable. It is likely, however, than the mirrored fields on this piece were not reflective enough to earn a proof designation. Freshly lapped dies will produce prooflike coins for the first 50 or so strikes, although that amount is debatable and would vary based on certain mechanical factors. Regardless, this piece was clearly from recently serviced dies and, even if by sheer happenstance, received a fiercely powerful strike.
The result is razor-sharp definition of the stars, date, and legends. As previously noted, the delicate fields are semiprooflike and free of distractions. Subtle amber and rose coloration evenly grace both sides, while an eye appealing ring of azure iridescence clings to the peripheries. A Superb Gem for the finest of cabinets.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2242

1834 10C Large 4 MS68 NGC. JR-1, R.1. The date on the obverse, low in the field below the bust, has a large 4 in the date with an unbroken crossbar that goes to the right as far as the outermost edge of the foot of the same digit. The obverse's signature die crack at stars 1 through 5 has not thickened through the lower ones, indicating an earlier state. The reverse supplies its own diagnostic, with the shaft of the uppermost arrow strengthened, what is referred to as a "double shaft" in Early United States Dimes. Said reference also notes this issue's commonality across most grades: "Specimens of this common variety can easily be found in VF-20 or better grades. At least eight specimens exist in uncirculated condition."
This issue is still a rarity in any Mint State grade, much less Superb Gem, making this beautiful Bust dime a tiny treasure worth savoring. The luster is as vibrant as it ever was, with considerable flashiness noted on the reverse; also evident on each side is rich patina, blue and green at the margins with mixed elements of rose and gold visible at the centers. Decisively detailed devices, both central and peripheral, are sharp, with only the denticles above UNITED STATES OF indistinct, results of the die, not the strike. Neither the devices nor the smooth fields show any but the most trivial of faults, even under significant magnification. For the collector who seeks nothing but the best, a singular and immensely desirable trophy. This is the only MS68 example of any variety for the year certified by either NGC or PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2243

1837 10C MS66 PCGS.CAC. JR-3, R.2. Of the four 1837 varieties, two share the same reverse, JR-3 and JR-4. The JR-3 variety is distinguished by the obverse that is common to JR-1, JR-2, and JR-3, which shows star 7 pointing to the top of the curl. While JR-3 dimes are fairly common in circulated grades, they are scarce in Mint condition. Only nine coins have been certified in MS66 of all varieties by both of the major services and none are finer (3/09). This is a splendid coin that shows luxuriant mint luster and is virtually free from toning. The striking details are sharp throughout, and there are no mentionable or noticeable marks on either side.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Bust Dimes

2244

1825 10C PR63 NGC. JR-2, R.2, R.7 as a proof. A study of auction appearances over the last 22 years indicates that there are just five or six 1825 proof dimes in existence. A single example of 1825 JR-1 was offered as a proof in 1990, and the remaining examples are all from the JR-2 die combination. Our enumeration of five known examples is presented here:

1. JR-1. PR63. Kagin's (1/1969), lot 1482; Stack's (10/1990), lot 1624.
2. JR-2. PR63 NGC. Bowers and Merena (3/1998), lot 528; Bowers and Merena (1/2000), lot 101; Bowers and Merena (3/2007), lot 1948. The present piece.
3. JR-2. PR65 NGC. Heritage (3/1995), lot 5176; Bowers and Merena (8/1999), lot 92; Goldberg (2/2002), lot 472.
4. JR-2. PR66 PCGS. New Netherlands Coin Co. (6/1953); Norweb Collection (Bowers and Merena, 10/1987), lot 429; American Numismatic Rarities (8/2006), lot 299.
5. JR-2. PR67 NGC. George Earle (Henry Chapman, 6/1912), lot 3172; later, New Netherlands Coin Co. (12/1957), lot 382; John J. Pittman (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 555; Superior (5/1999), lot 2002; Heritage (1/2007), lot 866.

Although the PR65 coin is sharply defined, the other three JR-2 proof dimes all have some degree of central weakness as seen on this brilliant proof. It has deeply mirrored fields surrounding brilliant silver-white devices.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2245

1834 10C Large 4 PR65 NGC. JR-5, R.8 as a proof. In Early United States Dimes 1796-1837, the authors state that proof examples are known for 1834 JR-1, JR-6, and JR-7. We believe that they meant JR-5, rather than JR-6. We have only been able to trace eight proof 1834 dimes, including four of JR-1, two of JR-5, and two of JR-7.
The mirrored surfaces of this Gem proof are hidden beneath extremely deep steel patina, with hints of iridescent toning. A slight raised area is evident in the field at the mouth, chin, and neck, although it is very minor and insufficient to discount the proof status of this piece. This lovely proof has the longest continuous provenance of any 1834 proof dime, dating back to the mid 1940s.
Ex: F.C.C. Boyd (World's Greatest Collection, Numismatic Gallery, 1945), lot 492; Numismatic Gallery (6/1950), lot 185; Floyd T. Starr (Stack's, 10/1992), lot 358; Stack's (1/2002), lot 1153; Superior (2/2003), lot 1345.
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2246

1835 10C PR65 NGC. JR-4, R.7 as a proof. So much still needs to be learned about early proof coins, an area of numismatic research that has been neglected for so many years. In 1977 Walter Breen came out with his landmark Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins that promised to answer all remaining questions about these early coins. However, today there are still more questions than there are answers, and so much contradictory information has been printed that it is difficult to know what to believe.
Breen recorded about 10 different 1835 proof dimes from four different die combinations. A few years later, the authors of the John Reich dime book noted that three proofs of 1835 JR-4 had been reported, the only proofs that they mentioned. We have offered four different proof 1835 dimes in our sales since 1993, all the same JR-4 variety. Every other auction appearance of a proof 1835 dime has also been the same variety. Today, it is probably the case that JR-4 is the only die combination struck as a proof, and possibly as many as 10 different pieces survive. We know of at least five different pieces with certainty.
This is a sharply struck piece without a trace of weakness in the stars, or for that matter anywhere else. Highly reflective surfaces are evident under burgundy and indigo color, with significant contrast notable against the devices. The surfaces are uncommonly smooth, with a trivial tick under the eagle's beak serving mainly as a determinant for pedigree purposes. The present sale offers two different 1835 JR-4 proof dimes, the other piece PR65 PCGS. NGC has certified three examples in PR65, with two finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2247

1835 10C PR65 PCGS. JR-4, R.7 as a proof. The reverse die, with the shield border of even thickness all the way around, is diagnostic. As with other proof issues of its era, assessing the mintage of the 1835 dime is necessarily a speculative exercise. In his famous 1977 work Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins, Walter Breen listed the mintage as "2+" pieces, admittedly a wide-open range but one well-grounded in best available information at the time: At least two specimens were commissioned for diplomatic sets and more examples than that were known, but an exact count has eluded collectors to the present day.
A more contemporary estimate puts the mintage at 10 pieces. This auction contains two examples, which will become numbers nine and 10 to appear in Heritage's Permanent Auction Archives; an interesting coincidence is that of the 10 coins, there are two other instances of pairs of proof 1835 dimes appearing in catalogs, first the February 2000 Long Beach auction and then the January 2007 FUN auction.
Like its fellow in April 2009, this is an attractive specimen of its extremely rare proof issue, decisively struck with strong mirrors beneath rich patina. Aqua and green-gold shadings grace each side, and the reverse also shows a degree of peripheral russet-orange. In sum, a carefully preserved coin of high importance. PCGS has graded just two PR65 examples and only two coins finer (3/09).

Seated Dimes

2248

1837 10C No Stars, Small Date MS66 PCGS. CAC. Dusky chestnut-gold toning adorns this lustrous and meticulously struck Premium Gem. The fields appear pristine aside from mint-made clashmarks near the E in DIME. Two hair-thin lines on the shield are all that preclude an even finer designation.
Similar to its half dime counterpart, the 1837 dime was issued in both Bust and Seated types, and the Seated examples come with either Small or Large dates. While there is no significant difference in size between the Small and Large Date half dimes, the same cannot be said for the dime logotypes. The Small Date dime has a squat, compact look, while the Large Date appears stretched. Population: 3 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2249

1838-O 10C No Stars MS66 NGC. A well struck representative that features bright silver patina, impeccably preserved surfaces, and bold luster. The first dime issue from the New Orleans Mint, and the only O-mint No Stars, Small Wreath dime issue. By far the scarcest issue of the short-lived type. The scarce 1838-O dime was struck in the same year as the famous and rare 1838-O half dollar. It was saved in far fewer numbers than one might expect for an issue of such importance. A problem-free coin that would fit nicely into either a better date type collection or a high grade date set. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2250

1838 10C Large Stars MS68 NGC. Fortin-106. The meandering die crack from the rim between stars 6 and 7 over Liberty's portrait and through the shield to the right of the 1 in the date to the rim is the diagnostic feature of this variety. Actually, this is a slightly more advanced die state, as a second crack from the rim through star 7 travels through Liberty's right breast and connects with the first crack at a point below the breast.
This example displays frosty luster and essentially untoned surfaces that are devoid of any mentionable marks. The design elements are sharply impressed. This is a simply beautiful survivor that the connoisseur of Liberty Seated dimes will not want to miss out on. A truly spectacular coin! Census: 2 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2251

1840-O 10C No Drapery MS65 PCGS. Small O Mintmark. The year 1840 marked the issuance of the last official No Drapery dimes, with a majority of the Philadelphia coins and all of the New Orleans examples for the year falling into that category. The mintage for the 1840-O No Drapery dime is well in excess of 1.1 million pieces, and as a result, lower-grade examples are little distinguished from their peers.
In high-level circulated condition, however, the issue pulls away from the pack as its high attrition rate takes hold, and in Mint State, it is well-established as a condition rarity relative to nearby Philadelphia issues. A glance at the PCGS Population Report is most enlightening: just 37 1840-O No Drapery dimes appear, the second-lowest population for the category, behind only the 1838 Partial Drapery variant. Of the 37 pieces certified, only 10 of them are in Mint State grades, and the MS65 survivor offered here stands alone as the finest (3/09).
The 1840-O No Drapery issue is infamous for poor strikes, but one would never know it by looking at the obverse of this Gem: The stars, shield, and hair are all sharp. Only the reverse shows a touch of weakness at the left side of the bow, partly obscured by scratches on the holder that do not affect the coin itself. The luster is excellent, with primarily pale silver-gray centers and gold-orange and violet-blue peripheral elements. Minimally marked, with outstanding eye appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2252

1860-S 10C MS66 NGC. The only 1860-dated Stars Obverse dime, as none of the type were made in Philadelphia or New Orleans. The 1860-S dime is a fascinating issue, created in the window between the opening of the San Francisco Mint in 1854 and the beginning of the Civil War in 1861. The issue is almost buried in the Guide Book between the famous Transitional issues and the Legend Obverse, but the 1860-S was produced only with the Stars Obverse type of 1838-53 and 1856-60. Although the recorded mintage is 140,000 pieces, examples are extremely rare in Mint State. This issue is also the last bearing the mintmark within the wreath, except for some of the 1875-CC and 1875-S dimes. Interestingly, PCGS seems confused about the issue, as they list it out of order in their online Population Report among the Legend Obverse dimes!
The present coin is almost brilliant, with just the slightest overlay of pale golden patina. The date is lightly impressed, as is characteristic, but the piece is sharply defined elsewhere, except on the leaf high points. Thick mint frost abundantly coats the surfaces. The single finest certified at NGC or PCGS (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2253

1863-S 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. In 1863, both active Mints, Philadelphia and San Francisco, struck dimes. From the start of San Francisco's production of the denomination in 1858, the pattern had held for five years: San Francisco's output would be somewhere between the mid-five figures and low six figures, while Philadelphia's production easily would more than double that of San Francisco. The year 1863, however, would signal a reversal in the trend: while the main Mint at Philadelphia, affected by the ongoing Civil War, would strike a paltry 14,000 dimes, mintages at San Francisco, buffered from the immediate effects of the fighting, continued at the same pace. The modified pattern would persist through 1868, when Philadelphia's dime mintages returned to their prior levels.
As one might imagine, in circulated grades, the 1863 dime is substantially more elusive (and more expensive) than its S-mint counterpart. At the various Mint State levels, however, the San Francisco issue, which was active in commerce as opposed to the hoarded Philadelphia coins, catches up to and then surpasses the lower-mintage issue. S-mint and P-mint examples are nearly on-par in MS60, and as the grade rises, it is the San Francisco dime that becomes the greater prize.
At the Gem level, PCGS has certified just two 1863-S dimes as MS65, with none finer (3/09). This minimally toned Gem offers strongly lustrous, carefully preserved surfaces with a touch of satin. The strike is slightly soft at the margins, but the overall eye appeal reinforces the grade assigned.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2254

1871-CC 10C AU50 NGC. Rusty Goe, in The Mint on Carson Street, offers a caution on this issue: "Many of the lowest grade 1871-CC dimes are corroded, have surface etchings, are brushed or cleaned, or have been repaired; the lucky collector who finds a problem free circulated piece has found a true treasure." Such a treasure is offered here. Dusky rose and violet-gray surfaces retain hints of their original luster, and only trifling wear crosses the high points. A minimally marked and thoroughly pleasing survivor from this low-mintage early Carson City issue. Census: 2 in 50, 9 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2255

1873-CC 10C Arrows VF35 PCGS. LIBERTY is bold on this cream-gray Choice VF Arrows representative. Wear is even and moderate, and the only remotely mentionable mark is a thin line on the left (facing) thigh. Arrows were added in 1873 to denote a minor weight change to the metric standard. This change led to the rarest Carson City variety, the unique 1873-CC No Arrows dime, presumably saved from the smelter for the annual meeting of the Assay Commission. The 1873-CC is one of only two Carson City Arrows dates, and the other issue (the 1874-CC) is even rarer. A mere 18,791 pieces were struck, and most survivors are well circulated or impaired. Population: 6 in 35, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2256

1873-CC 10C Arrows XF40 PCGS. The 1873-CC Arrows, with a mintage of 18,791 coins, is one of the key dates to the Seated Liberty dime series. Brian Greer, in his Seated Liberty dime reference, says the issue is "slightly more available in Good to VF than the 1871-CC, but more difficult to find in higher grades." Greer also notes that examples are "usually found with problems or porous surfaces."
Medium gray patination in the fields highlights the motifs on this problem-free XF40 example, that take on lighter gray hues. Aside from light wear on the highpoints, the design elements display sharp detail. Close examination reveals no mentionable blemishes on either side. The fine die crack that shows on all genuine pieces goes through the mintmark. Population: 2 in 40, 3 finer (7/07).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2257

1874 10C Arrows MS69 NGC. From 1837 to 1891, the long-lived Liberty Seated dime series experienced a number of design changes, creating five major subtypes: the Plain Obverse; the Stars on Obverse; the Stars on Obverse, Arrows at Date; the Legend on Obverse; and the Legend on Obverse, Arrows at Date. The Plain Obverse and the two Arrows at Date subtypes were struck only briefly, focusing type demand on a handful of issues. Among them is the 1874 Arrows dime, which has a mintage of slightly under 3 million pieces.
It is fascinating to note that in the NGC Census Report, there are only two Liberty Seated dimes of any variety graded MS69, and both are Arrows pieces, one the 1874 Arrows coin offered here, the other an 1853 Arrows dime; by extension, the two short-lived Arrows subtypes are represented in MS69, whereas the other, much longer-lived varieties have no NGC-certified examples at that level (3/09). The PCGS Population Report adds just one other MS69 to the combined certified population, the Eliasberg 1845-O dime that outgrades its nearest competitor by seven points.
As one might imagine, this is an exquisitely preserved survivor, frosty and undeniably beautiful. Rich peripheral patina, largely cerulean and blue-green with occasional reddish-gold elements, surrounds immensely lustrous and untoned centers. It is scarcely possible to imagine how this dime came through more than a century of tumultuous time with none but the tiniest of flaws, yet it has, and its next owner is certain to treasure it.
Ex: The James W. Lull Collection (Bowers and Merena, 1/2005), lot 673.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2258

1874-CC 10C Arrows AU50 NGC. The Brian Greer Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Dimes says of this issue that it is the "unquestioned key to the series (excluding the uncollectible 1873-CC No Arrows). Rare in any grade, and probably a full R.6 [very rare] in problem-free condition. Very few mint state pieces exist. Under intense demand and currently bringing well in excess of Trends prices, when available."
Of course, the 1874-CC needs no introduction to the legions of Liberty Seated dime specialists eager to obtain an example. The mintage is recorded as 10,817 pieces, according to Greer all from a single die pair. The obverse arrows slant noticeably upward. The www.seateddimevarieties.com website comments, "1874-CC dimes are rare in all grades and are almost always encountered with surface problems. Extremely rare in Mint State. Always under strong collector demand with problem free examples bringing in excess of trend sheet prices. During 2003 and 2004, there has been a rapid escalation of pricing for problem free 1874-CC dimes. At the 2003 Long Beach Heritage Signature Sale, an ANACS XF45 example brought $28,175 including the 15% buyer's premium. Additionally, at the 2004 Central States Heritage Signature Sale, an NGC F12 example was bid to $13,800 including the 15% buyer's premium." More recently, in November 2005, an XF45 NGC piece in one of our auctions brought nearly $30,000, and an AU50 NGC piece in August 2006 brought $37,375.
The same reverse die was used to strike all Carson City dimes from 1871 through 1874. A die crack begins to appear on some 1872-CC dimes and appears on all genuine 1873-CC and 1874-CC pieces. The reverse of this piece shows two die cracks, one through the right branch of the wreath through the ear of corn to the rim at about 2:30, the other from the right ribbon end through the center of the CC mintmark and beyond. The second die crack is the diagnostic found on every genuine example.
Nearly every known 1874-CC dime has some type of surface problem, but this piece has few poststrike impairments. For example, this piece has some minor roughness within the wreath and elsewhere, appearing to be from die rust. The surfaces have intermingled iridescence on both sides with traces of underlying luster. There are only five pieces graded finer at both services combined. Census: 3 in 50, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Seated Dimes

2259

1837 10C No Stars PR64 NGC. The 1837 proof dime has an estimated mintage of 30 pieces (Walter Breen, 1988). NGC and PCGS have certified 43 specimens, a number of which are undoubtedly resubmissions.
This near-Gem has the following diagnostics found on all genuine proofs: a spur on the reverse from the rim above the first T in STATES, and a faint die scratch through the ES and O in STATES OF (both of which are visible under light magnification). The pinpoint sharpness expected of a proof striking wanes briefly on the O in ONE and leaves above. Bright surfaces display electric-blue and purple peripheral toning, which cedes to color free centers. A few wispy hairlines and handling marks in the fields are heightened by the glassy mirrors, precluding Gem classification. Census: 12 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2260

1844 10C PR64 PCGS. Perhaps it is the Little Orphan Annie nickname given to the 1844 Seated Liberty dime that makes it such a popular issue with collectors. A low business strike mintage of just 72,500 coins adds to its importance as a key date in the series. As a proof, the 1844 is one of the most highly respected Seated dimes of any date. While the number of proofs originally produced in 1844 is unknown, the total was doubtless extremely small. Some estimates suggest that only eight proofs were originally minted, although current research shows that the proof mintage was actually in the range of a couple of dozen pieces.
When we offered the Premium Gem specimen from the Phil Kaufman Collection, we presented a roster of seven distinct specimens, along with two older auction appearances that were unmatched with the seven due to poor photographic quality. The seven examples included the Pittman-Kaufman PR66 NGC coin, the Eliasberg PR65 example, the Richmond Collection PR64 NGC piece, the PR64 PCGS example from our 2008 FUN sale, the Lovejoy PR63 NGC specimen, the Auction '90 piece that is offered here, and the Smithsonian Institution proof.
Proof and business strike 1844 dimes were struck from different obverse dies. All of the proofs have two short diagonal die lines extending down to the right from the left base of Liberty to the border a few dentils left of the date. The date itself is positioned differently. The left base of the 1 is over the center of a dentil on the business strikes, and it is over the space between dentils on the proofs.
This medium gold-toned Choice proof is a glittering example with deeply mirrored fields and boldly defined devices that exhibit frosty luster. Both sides have splashes of iridescence that add to its excellent aesthetic appeal. Population: 2 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Bowers and Ruddy (1/1975), lot 220; Bowers and Ruddy (5/1976), lot 309; Bowers and Ruddy (2/1977), lot 106; Auction '90 (RARCOA, 8/1990), lot 605.

2261

1852 10C PR65 NGC. Breen (1988) speculated that only eight proofs had been struck of this date. Although there is no verification for this, proof 1852 dimes are undeniably very rare, with only 12 appearances, including resubmissions, at the major grading services to date and a similar number of appearances at public auction since 1990. Unlike many early (pre-1858) proofs, this coin is exactingly struck, with uniformly sharp detail, fully reflective fields, and notable die striations apparent on the obverse. Much of the surface is toned gold, with light splashes of burgundy on the reverse and the area near Liberty's head ranging from burgundy to cobalt blue. A few light hairlines, only evident under a glass, appear to separate this piece from an even finer grade. Census: 4 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2262

1854 10C Arrows PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. This rare proof dime issue's die signature is the date on the obverse, large for the space granted it with all four digits touching the base of the seated Liberty and the 54 touching. This Gem specimen offers obvious quality, both in a technical sense and in aesthetic appeal. Each side offers outstanding contrast, the obverse particularly so, with snow-white devices and gleaming gold-kissed mirrors framed by blue-green and rose-champagne peripheral toning. A carefully preserved example of this fascinating pre-1858 Arrows proof issue. Population: 2 in 65 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).

2263

1855 10C Arrows PR65 NGC. Breen-3290. "Obvious double date. Proof only. Very rare." All of the With Arrows coinage types are rare in proof format, regardless of the date. This is true of all denominations from half dime through half dollar. This beautiful Gem displays deep burnt-sienna coloration with attractive bronze-gold accents on the highpoints. All of the design elements are boldly rendered. The surfaces are exquisitely preserved, with a couple of minuscule nicks noted just above the M in DIME. Just three PR65 examples appear in the combined certified population, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

Barber Dimes

2264

1893/2 10C MS66 PCGS. This overdate is identified by a horizontal line inside the bottom loop of the 3, representing the base of a former 2. It was discovered by Walter Breen in 1961, and apparently is known both in business strike and proof format. Breen further commented that at least four different variations of this overdate were known to him. For many years after its discovery, people doubted the existence of such a variety. However, 16 years ago a group of six sharply struck, high-quality examples were discovered, eliminating any question. The present example is tied for the finest certified by PCGS, and has wonderful frosty white luster on both sides. The surfaces are essentially pristine and perfect, with the exception of a few wispy hairlines on Liberty's cheek. The PCGS population of this overdate in MS66 has remained unchanged since we offered this specimen three years ago. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Collection of Dr. Steven L. Duckor (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 972.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2265

1893-S 10C MS67 PCGS. When we offered this 1893-S Barber dime in our May 2007 auction, it was the first time that we had ever offered a Superb Gem of the issue. In fact, we are unaware of any other Superb Gem 1893-S dimes that have been offered by any major auction house in the past decade, if ever. The Eliasberg Collection had an uncertified MS65 that carried a pedigree directly back to the San Francisco Mint.
This Superb Gem is housed in a green label PCGS holder, and it is the only MS67 specimen that PCGS has ever certified. Following this beauty, PCGS has certified five submissions in MS66 and 17 in MS65. NGC has graded a single MS66 and 12 MS65 coins. Obviously, even the finest PCGS Set Registry collections only have MS66 or lower grade examples of the date. Here is an amazing opportunity for the top collectors of Barber dimes to improve their collections. Such offerings are called opportunities because they seldom reoccur.
We have offered MS66 examples of the 1893-S dime in our auctions on five different occasions, and this piece tops every one of them. The obverse offers a delectable melange of pastel pink-gray with tinges of ice-blue at the rims, while the reverse offers a more verdant palette of forest-green, gold, and aqua. Both sides are expectedly free of mentionable distractions, and the bold strike completes the superlative package. Population: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Heritage (5/2007), lot 2074.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2266

1894-O 10C MS66 PCGS. Boldly struck throughout with complete definition on Liberty and the reverse wreath. A sparkling virtually untoned beauty that shows good luster and ample eye appeal. Scarce and desirable in this lofty grade. As one would expect, the surfaces are a delight to behold, with nary a contact mark to be found, even with a strong glass. NGC has graded a single coin higher of this date, but none as MS66, while PCGS has graded six this high with none finer (3/09). With a paltry mintage of 720,000 pieces there simply were not enough of these to save in Mint State, which accounts for the rarity of the date in Gem. A foremost condition rarity that will please even the most demanding collector, and a prize to acquire.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2267

1895 10C MS67 NGC. CAC. In the late 1800s numismatists specialized in older issues, world and ancient coins, and tokens and medals, especially those related to Washington. Modern issues were uninteresting and seldom collected at the time, except for the annual acquisition of proofs to keep one's cabinet up to date. There was certainly no interest in collecting modern circulation strikes, which is why the very existence of this piece in virtually unimprovable condition surprises and delights collectors today. The brilliant, snow-white surfaces of this Superb Gem dime display amazingly bright, coruscating luster. With a combination of exemplary visual appeal and the challenges posed by the semikey issue (mintage of 690,000 pieces), this crisply struck dime rates as one of the most desirable pieces a date collector could acquire. Census: 2 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2268

1895-O 10C MS65 PCGS. The key to the series and the lowest mintage issue of the design type (except, of course, for the famed 1894-S rarity), the 1895-O is always in demand by Barber dime collectors, and it is an easy coin to sell (at a premium) in grades of XF and better. From a mintage of just 440,000 pieces, it is scarce in all grades and rare in and above AU. The untoned surfaces of this high-end Gem are smooth and satiny throughout. Every last design feature bears testimony to the care with which this coin was produced, a highly desirable quality for often-weak O-mint issues. For future pedigree purposes, a couple of marks are seen on the obverse: one under Liberty's chin, the other on her lower jaw. This is a fleeting opportunity for the advanced specialist; obtaining a high grade 1895-O represents a zenith achievement for the Barber dime set collector. Population: 9 in 65, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2269

1897-O 10C MS67 PCGS. Lush apricot-gold and lime-green colors adorn this brightly lustrous, exquisitely struck, pristine Superb Gem. The production figure for the 1897-O dime--continuing a string of low-mintage O-mint issues from early in the series--is a mere 666,000 pieces, among the lowest of the entire type. Unsurprisingly, the date is high on the want lists of many Barber dime specialists. Of the few dozen Mint State pieces PCGS has certified, most are MS63 or MS64. Above that level, the numbers drop off quite sharply. Gems and Premium Gems are rare; Superb Gems are virtually unheard of. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2270

1901-S 10C MS68 NGC. With the fourth lowest mintage in the Barber dime series--593,022 coins--the 1901-S has long been recognized as a key date that has great notoriety in the entire Barber series. Its production total only trails the 1895-O, 1896-S, 1913-S, and, of course, the famed 1894-S. It is relatively scarce in all grades, with Mint State examples rated as a high R.4. Currently (2/09), there are 81 examples certified in all grades of Uncirculated, this being the single finest known to either service.
Each side displays bright, satiny luster enhanced with champagne and golden-rose peripheral shadings, undoubtedly a result from longtime storage in a cardboard album. The strike is beyond reproach, with sharp definition on every detail: Liberty's hair and cheek, the leaves on the wreath, even the individual kernels of corn. There are two die cracks on the obverse, one across the lower part of Liberty's bust to the rim at 5 o'clock, the other diagonally from the D of UNITED across the cap to the E of STATES. These are mentioned as future identifiers, as there are no mentionable marks or spots that might otherwise fulfill this task. A unique opportunity for the Barber specialist.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2271

1906-S 10C MS67 PCGS. An important later-date Barber issue and a stunning reminder of the most devastating earthquake in the history of San Francisco, or all of California, the 1906-S has a certified population in MS67 of exactly four pieces at both services combined, with none finer. Undoubtedly one of the finest that will ever be seen, this piece shows satiny, golden-tinged silver surfaces that are nearly immaculate, save for the most picayune evidence of contact. A boldly struck and phenomenal piece. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2272

1907-D 10C MS68 NGC. The Denver Mint, producer of more than half of U.S. circulating coinage today, traces its lineage back to the private mint of Clark, Gruber & Co. The most respected and successful of the Territorial mints that served the Colorado Gold Rush, the firm produced quarter eagles, half eagles, eagles, and double eagles in 1860 and 1861. Despite their efforts, however, Clark, Gruber & Co. were unable to keep pace with the burgeoning population of Colorado. On the eve of the Civil War, the Colorado Territory boasted a population of 25,000 to 30,000 inhabitants, with hundreds more arriving each day. Many were miners, and the existing supply of private coinage was woefully inadequate to prevent them from resorting to gold dust as a medium of exchange. Armed with such facts, the Colorado Territorial Convention of the Republican Party met on July 2, 1861 and drafted a resolution calling for a federal mint in Denver to supersede activities of the local establishments. Amazingly, Clark, Gruber & Co. willingly admitted their shortcomings, supported the resolution, and even offered to sell their property to the federal government for the new mint. Despite rival claims for federal coinage facilities from Nevada (as benefactor of the Comstock Lode) and New York (as financial capital of the country), as well as the enormous wartime deficit, Congress passed the bill establishing a branch mint in Denver on April 21, 1862. After a year of the usual red tape and political jargon, on April 16, 1863, Uncle Sam purchased the Clark, Gruber & Co. building for the lofty sum of $25,000. After more than five months of extensive remodeling, the new mint was apparently ready to begin operations. For unknown reasons, however, Congress changed its mind at the last minute and opened the Denver facility merely as an assay office on September 24. It languished in this inglorious, although necessary role until early 1906, when Congress finally approved its operations as a full-fledged branch mint.
Among the early products of the Denver Mint, its silver coinage is well respected for its scarcity in the higher Mint State grades. A primary example of this is the 1907-D Barber dime issue. The present coin, a boldly impressed Superb Gem, is the finest certified survivor of the issue. Every last detail on both sides stands out in stark contrast to the impeccably smooth fields. The obverse exhibits mottled slate-gray patination across the center, deepening to variegated red, orange, yellow, gold, and blue about the borders. The reverse shows a blanket of ice-blue toning, with delicate highlights of rose and gold along the right rim. With blazing underlying frost and swirling cartwheel effect, this gorgeous piece is a fitting monument to the rich history of the Denver Mint. This is the only example to attain an MS68 grade designation from either NGC or PCGS, with none finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (8/1999), lot 6871; Heritage (4/2006), lot 438.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

Proof Barber Dimes

2273

1898 10C PR68 Deep Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. Only 735 proofs were struck in 1898, but the quality of those coins was uniformly high, with a higher percentage of cameo coins available of this date than any others we can think of from this era. At the PR68 level, this piece is almost without peer. It is the single finest certified by PCGS, and one of only five Proof 68 Deep Cameos certified by both services combined (3/09). None are certified any finer. The fields on this piece are deeply mirrored and shimmer overall. The devices are noticeably frosted, with strong contrast evident on each side. The surfaces are mostly brilliant, displaying just the slightest hint of natural patina that has begun to form on each side. A remarkably well preserved specimen.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Mercury Dimes

2274

1916-D 10C MS63 Full Bands PCGS. Between the 1940s and 1960s, two New York Transit Authority employees--who were also collectors--hoarded special coins that passed through their tills. When the smoke cleared, they had accumulated a staggering 241 1916-D Mercury dimes, an interesting fact, since the relative rarity of the 1916-D ten cent piece was well known as far back as 1916. This explains why the vast majority of survivors are in the lower circulated grades.
Fortunately, some early collectors had the foresight to save examples in Uncirculated condition, such as the piece offered here. Whoever set this piece aside also knew not to mess with it. Both sides display medium density, variegated gray and rose toning, and the mint luster shines strongly through the patina. Completely struck in all areas and showing no obvious or mentionable abrasions.(Registry values: N4719)

2275

1916-D 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. The 1916-D dime has long been celebrated as a rarity due to its low mintage for a twentieth century U.S. coin (264,000 pieces). The demand for it seems to be constant, not only from Mercury dime collectors, but also from others simply wanting an example for their collections.
Our near-Gem offering possesses a highly pleasing satin-like sheen. This is complemented by sharply struck design elements that culminate not only in Full Bands, but in boldness on all of the design elements. The untoned surfaces are nicely preserved, revealing just a couple of trivial, unobtrusive marks. Indeed, these are fewer than what might be expected for the designated grade.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2276

1916-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Adolph Weinman's Winged Liberty Head or "Mercury" design for the dime was adopted in 1916, after many problems had been ironed out. The original design presented the devices in higher relief than the older Barber coinage. Unfortunately, 20th century coinage had to perform many technological functions in its role as a medium of exchange. Sophisticated vending machines, pay telephones, and other devices measured specific details of the coins deposited through their slots to detect slugs and foreign coins. The initial design for the dime often resulted in a wire rim that caused the coins to stick in the machine's slots. Many tests were performed and considerable modification of the design was necessary before the new coins could function properly. As a result coinage of the new design, which was intended to start in July, was delayed until October 28 in Philadelphia and did not commence in Denver until November. Coinage of dimes was suspended at the end of that month so that all resources could be concentrated on filling a huge Treasury order for quarters. As a result, only 264,000 dimes of the new design were coined at the Denver Mint in 1916.
The 1916-D Mercury dime has always been the key to the series, and one of the most sought-after coins of the 20th century. The present coin is a magnificent specimen, with the full strike imparting crisp detail to the all-important bands that hold the fasces together. The surfaces are awash in rich, satiny mint luster. Overall eye appeal is outstanding. Only five coins have been certified as MS66 Full Bands at NGC, with two finer, while PCGS has graded 18 coins at this level, with six finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2277

1918-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Kritzman. Uncirculated examples of this issue--and even higher-grade circulated pieces--are elusive, and more elusive still are examples that lack the fadeaway typically seen in the date and the peripheral softness and mushy central bands even most Mint State examples possess. Despite its original mintage exceeding 22.6 million coins, the issue is one on which David Lange comments, "Fully struck gems are genuinely rare." The present piece inspires none of the usual complaints, however, as all letter tops, the center bands, crossbands and other important details are as full as ever on this issue. The lustrous silver surfaces are lightly tinged with gold. A tiny tick is noted on Liberty's neck, without which this piece might merit an even finer grade. Population: 18 in 65 Full Bands, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Kritzman Collection (Heritage, 1/2002), lot 6622, where it sold for $19,550.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2278

1918-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. The 1918-S Mercury dime is acknowledged to be one of the most challenging S-mint issues of the series with the Full Bands designation. The current set composition table of the PCGS Full Bands Basic Set, Circulation Strikes collection assigns a rating of seven points for the 1918-S--the same amount as for the 1923-S, 1926-S, and 1927-S. Among S-mint issues, only the 1919-S (nine points) and the 1920-S (eight points) outrank it. (We must add, however, that the PCGS set composition tables are an inexact art, and are best considered as "works in progress.")
Even Gem, non-Full Bands examples of the 1918-S are elusive, with Premium Gems and Superb Gems even more so. But adding the Full Bands qualifier makes the hunt exponentially more difficult. In MS67 Full Bands, the grade of the present piece, this issue is conditionally rare as well as a strike rarity: PCGS has certified only this coin and one other at this ultimate level.
The issue is one of which David Lange says simply, "This date is notorious for being rare with full central bands." There is no doubt about the split in the bands on this piece, however. The split is deep and fully complete from one side to the other. The satiny-white, intensely lustrous surfaces are white throughout, and they are immaculate in every sense of the word. A noteworthy opportunity for the dedicated Mercury dime collector. Population: 2 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2002), lot 5559, which realized $44,850.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2279

1919-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. The current online PCGS Population Report indicates a mere five pieces certified in MS66 Full Bands and--interestingly enough, and indicative of this issue's difficulty at this rarefied altitude--there are none finer at that service. The finest examples at NGC are several MS65 Full Bands pieces, although there are some MS66 and one MS67 there lacking the Full Bands designation (3/09).
As the United States emerged from the fear and anxiety of World War I, which saw a cease-fire in November 1918 and officially ended in June 1919, it might have been thought that a surge in mintage figures for silver coins would be observed between 1918 and 1919. In fact, the opposite occurred. The Great War had the effect of largely making silver coins disappear in most countries around the world. The price of silver between 1916 and 1919 saw a slow and steady rise from 50 cents an ounce to its peak in November 1919 at more than $1.38/ounce. The demand for silver in India was particularly acute, threatening to destabilize the British Empire's "Jewel in the Crown." The mass meltings of silver dollars mandated by the Pittman Act of 1918 were actually carried out in 1919 and 1920, largely occurring too late to affect the silver price. The federal authorities' response to the crisis appears to have been somewhat mixed and muted--the Philadelphia Mint continued making considerable numbers of silver coins, and a record number of cents in 1919 that would stand until 1940--but the branch mints in Denver and San Francisco did make noticeably smaller numbers of dimes, quarters, and half dollars than in 1918.
The Denver Mint's output of dimes was thus less than half of the previous year (as was San Francisco's), and it appears that die economy was also the order of the day, as many pieces show peripheral weakness. The importance of this issue is stressed by the PCGS Set Composition table, which awards a whopping 10 points each to this issue, along with the 1916-D and 1918-D, in the Full Bands Basic Set, Circulation Strikes.
The present example is only the fourth time we have handled a specimen in this grade, although it appears not to be one of the previous offerings as far as we can tell. The highly lustrous surfaces are basically silver, but generously tinged with glimpses of honey-gold and pinkish-gold on both sides (especially so on the reverse). The all-important central bands are not only split but fully raised, separating this piece from nearly all of its siblings. Light strike weakness appears only on the lower diagonal, and the letter tops are bold. For pedigree purposes we note a tiny mark on the reverse rim above the U of UNITED that appears dark at first glance. Serious Mercury dime specialists will immediately recognize the extreme significance of this opportunity. Population: 5 in 66 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2280

1919-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. When David Lange published the second edition of The Complete Guide to Mercury Dimes in 2005, he pegged the combined NGC/PCGS MS66 Full Bands population of this issue at four coins. In the intervening four years, the MS66 Full Bands total has increased by only a single coin, to five: two at PCGS, three at NGC. There is also one clearly phenomenal MS67 Full Bands example certified at PCGS (3/09), although it may equally be a "crackout" case of duplication. The 1919-S is scarce in all but the lowest grades according to Lange, who adds: "Uncirculated specimens of any grade are difficult to locate, and fully struck Gems are genuinely rare."
The present example, while it is a "show-stopper" issue for many collectors (the few hardy, well-heeled specialists attempting a Mint State Full Bands complete set are another story), is but one of many incredible Mercury dimes (and other coins) in this sale that it has been our pleasure to catalog, all from the same consignor. The silvery surfaces boast splendid luster, with some accents of tawny gold appearing scattered about both sides. For pedigree purposes we note a couple of tiny scrapes on the upper fasces and a pair of ticks on Liberty's neck, which collectively perhaps prevent an even finer grade. The strike is unassailably bold throughout, of course, and the eye appeal is equally high.
Registry Set collectors will no doubt sit up and take notice of the present piece. The other PCGS-certified MS66 Full Bands specimen currently resides in the #1 Full Bands All-Time Finest Basic Set, Circulation Strikes collection, although we do not find the above-mentioned MS67 Full Bands in a casual inspection. It is also clear that this piece would upgrade several of the other sets currently in the Top 10 positions. Population: 2 in 66 Full Bands, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2281

1920-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. More challenging than its original mintage of 13.8 million pieces would suggest, the 1920-S Mercury dime is a prime condition rarity. In his catalog of the John Jay Pittman Collection Part I (Akers, 10/1997), lot 741, David Akers remarked:

"In Gem condition, the 1920-S is one of the premier rarities of the Mercury Dime series. It is clearly more rare in Gem than the heralded 1916, 1921, and 1921-D, and is surpassed in rarity only by the two overdates of 1942."

Heritage was privileged to handle one of the two other examples of this date that have been certified as MS67 Full Bands, the Kritzman specimen, in the FUN Sale (Heritage, 1/2002), lot 6627. Mr. Kritzman was a longtime collector and Mercury dime specialist. His evaluation of the 1920-S was the "toughest condition and strike rarity of the Mercury Dime series." Kritzman further stated, "Only a true full strike 1918-D in MS67, 100% FSB, should one ever be certified as such, would be considered of equal rarity to this 1920-S."
The coin offered here is a virtually unimprovable specimen. The strike is exemplary, with full central detail and all bands on the fasces clearly delineated. Unlike most examples seen of this issue, the final digit of the date does not "fade away" into the rim. The pristine surfaces are suffused with satiny mint luster under iridescent shades of lilac and gold toning. The attractive toning is stronger on the reverse. Overall visual appeal is breathtaking. NGC has not graded any coins in MS67 Full Bands, or finer, while PCGS has certified only three examples at this level, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2282

1925-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. The branch mint issues of 1925 in the Mercury dime series both have similar mintages--5.1 million coins for the 1925-D versus 5.8 million pieces for the 1925-S. While both are scarce in the lower Mint State grades, the 1925-S edges out its sibling in rarity at the Gem Full Bands level.
This is an incredibly well defined example of an issue that is generally poorly produced. The central crossbands are not only fully split, but well rounded from end to end. Only minimal die erosion shows on parts of the reverse. The satiny luster is unmarred throughout, and only the most trivial bagmark appears in the right reverse field. An area of die polish is noted to the left of Liberty's hair and forehead. A soft peripheral ring of golden-orange and cobalt-blue iridescence provides a fully original appearance. This piece is tied with three others as the finest examples at PCGS, with five coins of equal grade at NGC (3/09). There are none finer at either service.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2283

1926-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Only 6.8 million Mercury dimes were coined at the Denver Mint in 1926. This low mintage, branch mint issue is not difficult to locate in lower Mint State grades, but it becomes rare above the Gem level. Coins meeting the Full Bands criteria are extremely rare in higher Uncirculated grades. A search of auction records revealed only three appearances of a 1926-D in MS67 Full Bands in the last 16 years. Heritage was privileged to handle an example on two occasions, one in the Long Beach Sale (Heritage, 2/2009), lot 1011, and another in the ANA Bullet Sale (Heritage, 7/1993), lot 161. The third appearance was in a Stack's sale in 2006. NGC has graded only one coin in MS67 Full Bands, with none finer, While PCGS has certified two specimens in the Superb Gem Full Bands grade, with none finer (3/09).
The present coin is a magnificent, highly lustrous Superb Gem, with frosty devices and pristine fields. An unobtrusive mark on the lower cheek is mentioned for pedigree purposes. The strike is strong on the central details, and easily transcends the Full Bands criteria. As almost always seen on this issue, there is a touch of weakness on the peripheral legends on the reverse. David Lange (2005) writes of the 1926-D dime that: "Finding one with both full bands and a fully struck legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA will be challenging." In combination with the high technical grade, the intense visual appeal of this specimen creates a seldom encountered treasure for the advanced collector. Another opportunity to secure a comparable piece may not occur for years.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2284

1927-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Pastel powder-blue and apricot hues enrich this satiny and well struck Premium Gem. Even the legends near the rims are decisively impressed by the dies. Those who count contact marks will be pleased that the present piece is not far from perfect. The 1927-D has a reasonable mintage of 4.8 million pieces; however, these must not have been saved at the time of issue, since the date is very scarce in Mint State. Examples with the Full Bands designation are rare. As of (3/09), NGC and PCGS have certified a total of 12 pieces as MS66 Full Bands, with none in a higher grade.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2285

1928-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. The 1928-S Mercury dime enjoyed a medium sized mintage of 7.4 million pieces. The issue is conditionally rare with Full Bands, as NGC has graded only 75 specimens in all Mint State grades with the Full Bands designation. In David Lange's estimation the 1928-S dimes were better made than most products of the San Francisco Mint during the 1920s, "though examples having full bands form a minority of the surviving Uncirculated population."
The present coin is a stunning specimen, with mostly brilliant surfaces, highlighted by a light overlay of golden toning. Vibrant mint luster and a sharp strike make this example a visual treat. Only seven coins have been certified in MS67 Full Bands at both NGC and PCGS combined, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2286

1931-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. While the 1931-S Mercury dime is not viewed in quite the same light as its Lincoln cent cousin--that is, as a clear series key--the two issues have much in common. The 1931-S cent and dime emissions were the last of their kind until the respective 1935-S issues, although the 1931-S Lincoln cent saw a production less than half that of the 1931-S dime. The 1931-S dime is accordingly viewed more as a semikey in the series. Full Bands specimens are nonetheless quite elusive, especially in the higher ranges of Mint State.
This piece offers surfaces that are basically untoned, save for a subliminal glimpse of gold. The satiny surfaces are extremely lustrous, and the sharp strike is all-encompassing. In MS67 Full Bands the present coin is one of six so graded at PCGS, exceeded numerically only by the single MS68 example at that service, a non-Full Bands example (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2287

1941-S 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. Just as the Walking Liberty half dollar collection contains a "short set" or two--collections from either 1934-PDS or 1941-PDS to 1947-PD--so the Mercury dime collection has a similar couple of short sets, 1934-PD or 1941-PDS to 1945-PDS. In neither scenario, however, are there many series entries with PCGS populations in MS68 Full Bands that number much above the single digits or low double digits. For the 1941-S, PCGS has graded only three coins at this grade level, with none finer (3/09).
The present example is bright and fully untoned throughout. A faint contact mark in the lower right reverse field provides the only distraction on this attractive specimen. An important acquisition equally suited to type and Registry Set collectors.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2288

1942/1 10C MS65 PCGS. FS-101 formerly FS-010.7, R.5. Long acknowledged as a key date in the Mercury dime series and one of the most dramatic overdates in U.S. coinage, the 1942/1 Mercury dime resulted from a hubbing error. In addition to the juxtaposition of the final digits, the 4 is also strongly doubled on this issue. In Treasure Hunting Mercury Dimes, John Wexler and Kevin Flynn comment "First discovered in 1943, this is one of the most obvious overdates in any series and is extremely sought after and collected."
The present coin is a magnificent example of this popular overdate. The surfaces are enhanced by rich, satiny mint luster, and a sharp strike imparts crisp detail to all design elements. NGC has graded six coins in MS65, with six finer, while PCGS has certified only seven coins at the Gem level, with one finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2289

1942/1-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. The Mercury dime series includes two 1942/1 overdate varieties, one struck in Philadelphia and the other in Denver. These overdates are technically doubled obverse dies, with a 1941 hub impression followed by a 1942 hub impression. Traces of doubling appear elsewhere on the obverse, confirming the doubled die status. Unknown is whether the doubled hub impression was accidental or intentional. The accidental scenario suggests that the Mint was preparing dies for the 1942 coinage in advance of the new year, and at the same time was still producing a few remaining 1941 dies to finish production in that year. A hub with the 1941 impression was then accidentally rehabbed with the 1942-dated hub. The intentional scenario transpired in the same way, but rather than by accident, a 1941 hub impression was sunk, then a determination was made that no more 1941 dated dies were needed, and the 1942-dated hub was used. Either way, the end result was a dramatic variety for today's collectors.
This incredible piece is tied for the finest that PCGS has ever certified. A few wisps of gold toning accompany the otherwise brilliant and highly lustrous silver surfaces. The strike is bold and impressive, with all details completely delineated. As one of the finest available PCGS certified examples, this piece will appeal to the Mercury dime connoisseur, or the collector of unusual and exciting varieties in all series. Population: 11 in 66 Full Bands, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2290

1942/1-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8, R.5. The 1942/1-D Mercury dime was created by the same kind of design hub doubling that resulted in its more famous Philadelphia cousin. Apparently, some effort was made to efface the underdigit as only small portions of the 1 are visible. The Denver overdate is significantly scarcer than its Philadelphia counterpart, and commands a significant premium by Mercury dime collectors and error specialists alike. Details of the discovery of this overdate are somewhat cloudy, though David Lange, doing research for his book The Complete Guide to Mercury Dimes, unearthed an account of its discovery in the November 1960 issue of The Numismatic Scrapbook Magazine, where a letter to the editor by someone calling himself "Days" reported he had seen a 1942/41-D dime. Alternatively, in his Complete Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins, Walter Breen asserts the discovery was made by Delma K. Romines in 1962.
The present coin is a fabulous specimen of this interesting overdate. A thin coat of delicate ice-blue and beige-gold patina rests on lustrous surfaces that reveal a frosty finish. Excellent strike definition results in the coveted Full Bands designation, and each side is nicely preserved. As described in Bill Fivaz' and J.T. Stanton's The Cherrypickers' Guide, doubling is visible on the designer's initials, the 1, 9, and 4 of the date, and just slightly on some of the letters of IN GOD WE TRUST. NGC has certified only six examples at the Premium Gem level, with one finer, while PCGS has graded 11 specimens in MS66, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2291

1942/1-D 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. Unlike its bold Philadelphia counterpart, the more subtle Denver 1942/1 dime overdate was not immediately recognized. As described by Eric von Klinger in his article "Overdate Dimes of 1942" for the November 28, 2005 edition of Coin World, "The 1942/1-D Winged Liberty Head dime (from the Denver Mint) apparently was not even reported until about two decades later and then knowledge of it grew only slowly."
Throughout the 1960s, a series of D-mint overdate sightings were reported in the numismatic press, but it was not until the late 1960s that the 1942/1-D dime received general acceptance in the numismatic community, though its popularity accelerated dramatically upon its listing in the Guide Book. After two decades of possible circulation, though, most Denver overdate survivors show significant wear, and Mint State survivors are rare prizes.
The Superb Gem offered here is chief among them--the only MS67 example certified by either NGC or PCGS, with or without Full Bands (3/09). Its minimally toned surfaces offer fresh silver-white luster with a hint of frostiness on the devices. The strike is razor-sharp on both sides, not merely at the bands. Close inspection of the lower obverse shows the overdate, as well as the variety's signature doubling on the 4 in the date as well as on the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. In sum, a vibrant and gorgeous piece that could act as a cornerstone to the ultimate Mercury dime collection.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2292

1945-S 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. The last year, the last entry in the series, and obviously the last branch mint issue in the Mercury dime collection, the 1945-S dime is certainly a common coin in most circulated and Mint State grades, with an emission at the end of World War II that nearly reaches 42 million coins. The number of MS67-certified survivors at PCGS numbers several hundred coins, and even if the Full Bands designation is added, the population still stands at several dozen. However, at the present MS68 Full Bands echelon the air suddenly becomes quite rarefied, as the number of certified survivors plunges to a mere two coins (3/09). As such, the present piece is an essential piece for the finest Registry Set--although keen competition might be had from type set collectors who concentrate on last-year-of-issue coins.
Honey and jade tinges predominate on the lustrous obverse, with pinkish-gold centers melding into ice-blue at the rims on the equally radiant reverse. The strike is meticulous as expected, and the overall effect is unsurpassable, not only numerically but aesthetically.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Roosevelt Dimes

2293

1968 10C No S PR68 PCGS. Technically an error, but a highly valuable and collectible one, the first dimes without a mintmark were seen mid-year 1968. Perhaps because of the small size of the coin and its mintmark, Quality Control in the mint overlooked the lack of a mintmark on a small number of proof dimes. Estimates of the number of survivors range from 15 to 25 pieces. To date (3/09) 21 coins have been certified by PCGS and NGC combined. The No S 1968 is the key to the Roosevelt dime series and the number of pieces known today limits the number of truly complete sets that can be assembled of this popular modern series. This is also one of the finest examples known with 12 other PR68 coins certified (by both services), seven of which are Cameo coins in this grade. Deeply mirrored, the surfaces are essentially flawless with just the slightest accent of golden patina present.(Registry values: P1)

Twenty Cent Pieces

2294

1875-CC 20C MS65 NGC. Ex: Pittman. The 1875-CC twenty-cent piece is the only collectible Carson City Mint issue of the denomination. The mintage was 133,290 coins during the year. Despite a few well-hidden hairlines and other tiny abrasions, this lovely Gem ranks among the finest examples of the issue that we have seen or handled. Sky blue, pale green, and faint amber surrounds light silver surfaces on each side. The strike is much sharper than normal, with nearly full definition at the top of the left facing wing. Census: 32 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
Ex: Wayte Raymond (2/1947), lot 464; John Jay Pittman (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 768.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2295

1875-CC 20C MS66 PCGS. The twenty cent piece was introduced in 1875, ostensibly to eliminate problems with making change for small purchases. A small mintage of 133,290 pieces was accomplished at the Carson City Mint during the year. Unfortunately the coin's size and appearance were too similar to the quarter, and this caused much confusion and irritation. The public rejected the coins and none were made for circulation after 1876. Proofs were made for collectors in 1877 and 1888, after which the denomination was cancelled. The 1876-CC is a classic rarity, with fewer than 20 specimens known to the numismatic community today, leaving the 1875-CC as the only issue from the Carson City Mint reasonably available to collectors.
While this odd denomination was never popular with the general public, it was always popular with collectors, and the 1875-CC, as the only readily collectible Carson City issue from the short-lived series, enjoys enduring demand across all grade levels. Auction appearances began at an early date, with an example showcased in lot 302 of the Ferguson Haines Collection (S.H. & H. Chapman, 5/1880). The coin was paired with an example from the San Francisco Mint on that occasion.
For the numismatist who demands only the finest examples, this Premium Gem is a worthy pursuit. The overall detail is pleasing, if slightly soft on Liberty's head, and the central devices exhibit delightful frostiness. The fields, which show heavy die polishing lines, are strongly reflective beneath soft gold-tinged patina that yields to deeper orange closer to the margins. One of just four MS66 examples graded by PCGS, with none finer, while NGC has certified four specimens at the Premium Gem level, with one finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2296

1875-CC 20C MS67 ★ NGC. The prevailing modern perspective on the twenty cent denomination is that its production was a boondoggle and doomed from the start, yet in the first year of issue, 1875, its production was a point of pride for the Carson City Mint. Rusty Goe offers the following intriguing paragraph in his The Mint on Carson Street:

"Production on 20-cent pieces at the Carson City Mint began on the first of June in 1875. Employees at this mint facility had made a concerted effort to beat San Francisco to the finish line in the race to be the first mint west of Philadelphia to strike the new coin. The race resulted in a virtual dead heat, but Carson City claimed the victory. Senator [John Percival] Jones was presented with the first 1875-CC 20-cent piece minted. Locals were proud to celebrate the issuance of a coin that one of their own political leaders was credited with introducing."

Like the striking of the first Carson City twenty cent pieces, the offering of this Superb Gem survivor is an event to celebrate. The surfaces are absolutely smooth with immense luster shining through vibrant patina, pale green at the margins that fades through blue and violet before reaching the rich reddish-orange centers. Fantastically appealing and the single finest example in the combined certified population (3/09), a coin that is sure to make even the most advanced collector take notice.
Lot includes an envelope from B. Max Mehl, no date, issue and denomination typed, inked price of $6.00 in bottom right corner in an unknown hand.(Registry values: N7079)

2297

1875-S 20C MS67 NGC. FS-302. Doubled "$" Mintmark. Misplaced Date. Apparently, Nevada Senator John P. Jones and his cohorts in the U.S. Senate in 1874 were mathematically challenged, despite their ultimate intent to find new uses for Comstock Lode silver. That year, the Senate passed Jones' bill proposing the twenty cent piece as a circulating denomination. Unfortunately, according to Q. David Bowers, neither the Senate nor then-Mint Director Henry Linderman took into account that the new twenty cent piece was no more convenient than two dimes. After its introduction, complaints poured in to the Mint from people who confused it with the quarter, of similar size. The new denomination, introduced in 1875, was doomed to a two-year lifespan, although proof strikings continued for two more years.
The 1875-S issue, with a mintage of more than 1.1 million coins, is by far the most plentiful of the brief series, but in Superb Gem condition it is rare. This specimen shows the remains of a misplaced digit, likely a 5, in the denticles below the date, and the mintmark is the popular repunched "Dollar Sign" mintmark. The frosty surfaces are snow-white, with radiant cartwheel luster and phenomenal eye appeal. A peripheral die crack joins most of the letter tops on the reverse. A boldly struck and near-unimprovable coin, both technically and aesthetically. Census: 6 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2298

1876 20C MS67 NGC. Produced for only four years from 1875-1878, the twenty cent piece is perhaps the oddest denomination in U.S. coinage history. The most common date of this type is the 1875-S, with a mintage of 1.1 million pieces. The Philadelphia Mint delivered only two business strike issues, the 1875 and the 1876. The latter date is infrequently offered in any grade, a fact that should come as no surprise given the paltry original mintage of 15,900 pieces. To this cataloger's knowledge, we have not offered a representative of this issue whose technical quality can better that of the present Superb Gem. This coin is free of even the most trivial abrasion, and the luster is full and vibrant, with a richly frosted texture. The strike is essentially full, but a few areas of slight detail bluntness appear around the edge of the eagle's left (facing) wing on the reverse. Pale champagne and gold iridescence covers both sides of this spectacular specimen. This MS67 representative is one of only five coins so graded by NGC, while PCGS has designated just one example at the same level, and none have been graded finer by either service (3/09). The NGC and PCGS population figures have remained the same since we last offered this specimen in August 2004.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2299

1876-CC 20C MS66 PCGS. The 1875 introduction of the twenty cent denomination was a direct outgrowth of the increasing power of Western silver-mining interests and the "Crime of '73," the Mint Act of 1873 that among other things demonetized the silver dollar and eliminated the half dime. According to Don Taxay's The U.S. Mint and Coinage:

"For some years following the gold rush, inflation had stayed the need of small coins in California. No dimes were struck at the San Francisco Mint until 1859, and no half dimes until 1863. Thereafter, the coinage of half dimes increased steadily, and during 1872 and 1873 the output at San Francisco almost equalled that of its entire preceding nine years. The figure would have even been higher but for the fact that the coin was abolished by the Act of February 12, 1873. Since minor coins were not struck at the San Francisco Mint, the loss of the half dime caused some difficulty in making change. Many items were priced at a dime, or "short bit," and persons paying for one of these with a quarter had often to accept a dime or Spanish bit [12.5 cents] as change. To alleviate this problem, Nevada Senator J.P. Jones, in February 1874, introduced a bill for the coinage of a twenty-cent piece. The bill was supported by Director Linderman, and enacted on March 3, 1875."

It is certainly no accident that a Nevada politico introduced the ill-fated denomination, one that today is merely a numismatic curiosity (or curio?). The Comstock Lode, the richest lode of silver ever discovered in the United States, lay within its borders. Its discovery in 1859 hastened the territory's admission into the Union in 1864. The peak production years for the massive deposits of gold and silver were from about 1876 through 1878, with about $36 million of silver ore extracted annually from the ground during that time.
Patterns for the denomination were developed in 1874 and 1875 (Judd-1354 through 1358; Judd-1392 to 1415), with the first production strikes occurring that same year.
The denomination was a disaster, a total failure.
The size was too similar to the quarter dollar (a diameter of 22 mm versus 24.3 mm for the quarter), for which it was constantly confused. Mint officials, most notably Director Henry R. Linderman, apparently thought that the plain edge (the quarter's edge was reeded) and the raised LIBERTY (it was incused on the quarter) were enough. Incredibly, the obverses used the exact same design, although the reverses were somewhat different (if one considers two dissimilar eagles "different").
A bill to repeal the denomination was introduced in July 1876, although it took two more years, until May 1878, for the bill to pass and the denomination to finally end with a whimper of proof-only coinage.
In 1875 the Philadelphia Mint produced about 37,000 business strikes, while Carson City made 133,290 1875-CC twenty cents and San Francisco 1.155 million. In 1876 the total mintage in Philadelphia was a token 14,640 coins, and 10,000 pieces were recorded struck in Carson City, with none in San Francisco. However, nearly all of the 1876-CC twenty cent pieces were melted, except for a few assay pieces, or possibly a few examples saved by employees of the facility. Rusty Goe, the author of The Mint on Carson Street, takes up the thread:

"For nearly 60 years after coinage operations ceased [in Carson City], this date was the solitary representative from the entire production of the Carson City Mint to be included in Classic Rarities lists. The rarity of the 1876-CC 20-cent piece had been established within 17 years of the date of its production, as one prominent author, most famous for bringing mintmark collecting to the limelight, certainly must have had access to the now legendary document sent from Mint Director Linderman to Carson City Superintendent Crawford in 1877, ordering Crawford to melt the entire (or nearly entire) mintage of 1876-CC 20-cent pieces, and thus create a numismatic classic. This author of course was Augustus G. Heaton, who in 1893 wrote in his Treatise that the 1876-CC 20-cent piece was 'excessively rare.'
"For the 57 year period from 1893 to 1950, the 1876-CC 20-cent piece served as the Carson City Mint's claim to fame. ...
"After Louis E. Eliasberg Sr. purchased his 1873-CC Without Arrows dime in 1950, the rarity of the 1876-CC 20-cent piece was bumped to second place in the standings of scarce Carson City coins. Eventually, the 1873-CC Without Arrows quarter would be recognized as the second scarcest in the Carson City series, relegating the 1876-CC 20-cent piece to third place. In the final two decades of the 20th century, other selected coins from Carson City's progeny of rarities proved to be scarcer than the 1876-CC 20-cent pieces in terms of condition rarity, but the 1876-CC will always be spoken of reverently by numismatists."

Goe expertly places this issue correctly in the context in which it is regarded today, as among the most venerated ever produced by perhaps the most legendary of the nation's various coinage facilities. And although Goe does not quite come out and say it, he alludes to the critical concept of foundational rarity versus conditional rarity. The 1876-CC twenty cent is a coinage issue that has been rare ever since its production, regardless of condition. Acquisition of any example, much like an 1804 dollar, must be considered a crowning achievement for any numismatist, specialist in branch mint coinage, or indeed for connoisseurs in other fields looking to broaden their horizons.
This is the second time this year we have had the pleasure to offer a specimen, although it had been nearly a decade before since we last had one. The total surviving population is estimated at 16 to 18 pieces. This piece in MS66 is two points finer than the example in our Baltimore Signature Auction (3/09, lot 983). Like all known examples, it shows prominent doubling on LIBERTY in the shield, and the shield's upper border, as well. The remnants of a misplaced 8 and 7 in the denticles below the date. Doubling shows on several of the peripheral stars, most boldly on stars 2-8. Although some minor strike weakness appears on the top of the eagle's left (facing) wing, there are few other distractions of any sort, as expected at the Premium Gem level. The satiny, silver-white surfaces are highly reflective and free of all but the most picayune evidence of contact, mostly a couple of tiny hits on Liberty's thighs. This Premium Gem is tied for the finest certified with another coin so graded at PCGS, and the finest at NGC is a handful of MS65 examples (3/09). Expect the action to be fierce when this piece comes up for live auction.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

Proof Twenty Cent Pieces

2300

1875 20C PR66 Cameo NGC. This is the premier issue in the twenty cent series, the first of its kind, deriving immense popularity from date and especially type collectors, given its proof mintage of 2,790 coins. In his Proof Encyclopedia, Breen suggested that only 2,200 of those proofs were released, with 590 pieces still in Mint hands on January 1, 1876. Just one die marriage has been reported among survivors. That variety is identified through random arcing striations in the field around Liberty's head. While the present Gem displays those features, there are no postproduction distractions. The untoned, silver-white surfaces have radiant, reflective fields and full, frosty- textured devices. Census: 7 in 66 Cameo, 4 finer (2/09).
Ex: Philip Kaufman Collection (Heritage, 5/2003), lot 6103.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2301

1875 20C PR67 Cameo NGC. The popularity of this issue is immense, being that it is the premier date in the proof twenty cent series. The 1875 is also a prime type candidate with the highest proof mintage (2,790 pieces) of the type. Not all of these coins appear to have been released, with Breen (1977) noting that 590 specimens were still in mint holdings on January 1, 1876. The fate of these coins is not known with certainty, but melting on the authority of Mint officials is a likely result. Breen also reports only one die marriage among survivors, this being most readily identifiable by the presence of random arcing striations in the obverse field around Liberty's head. While the currently offered Superb Gem displays these features, its surfaces are silent on the subject of post-production distractions. A fully brilliant, snow-white appearance greets the viewer. Noticeable reflectivity in the fields permits appealing, mild cameo contrast to be appreciable on both obverse and reverse. Census: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2302

1875 20C PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. In 1875, the first year of twenty cent piece production, Mint records indicate a proof mintage of 2,790 specimens; the high mintage is peculiar, since other proof minor silver issues of the same year, such as the dime and quarter, had mintages of just 700 pieces. While the 1875 is the most popular twenty cent issue among proof type collectors, few survivors have the stunning contrast visible on this Gem. The mirrors are fantastically deep, and the rich silver-white frost on the devices adds marvelous contrast. Several prominent die polish lines appear behind Liberty's head. Population: 2 in 65 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2303

1876 20C PR68 NGC. Of the odd denomination minor coinage issues of the United States, the twenty cent piece is by far the shortest-lived series. Business strikes and proofs were coined in 1875 and 1876, with a combined total of less than 1000 proof-only issues struck for collectors in 1877 and 1878. Its downfall was directly tied to public confusion between the new twenty cent design and the quarter dollar. Several pattern proposals of the new denomination were issued in 1874 and 1875 but the Treasury preferred uniformity of design within a series of coins of a single metal (Breen, 1988).
The pattern most similar to the circulating quarter of that time, known by modern day collectors as Judd-1411, was the design chosen by Mint Director Henry Linderman. The obverse is similar to Gobrecht's Seated Liberty motif and the reverse only differs slightly in the design of the eagle, which was borrowed from Barber's Trade dollar. Given the fact that the diameter of the twenty cent piece is only 2.3 mm smaller than the quarter of the same generation, it is easy to see how one could become befuddled when encountering a twenty cent in the course of commerce. The Treasury must have anticipated the likelihood of confusion as the twenty cent piece is the only silver coin, with the lone exception of the three cent piece, ever issued for circulation by the U.S. government with a plain edge. Unfortunately, the elimination of an edge device was not enough of a difference and the new denomination quickly fell out of favor with the public. The twenty cent denomination, which, ironically, was rejected by Congress in 1806 for similar reasons, had to be eliminated. According to Breen in his Complete Encyclopedia, "A bill to repeal the Mint's authority to manufacture these coins was introduced in July 1876, finally becoming law May 2, 1878. Coins on hand in all mints had to be melted down, by order of Mint Director Linderman, May 1, 1878, for recoinage into other denominations."
Merely three 1876 twenty cent pieces have been deemed worthy of the astoundingly high grade of PR68 by NGC (3/09). This coin is essentially perfect. The fields are brightly mirrored and enhance the deep aquamarine and rose toning that is seen over each side. Pinpoint striking definition, as one would expect from a proof striking.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2304

1876 20C PR66 Cameo PCGS. A date that is difficult to locate as a business strike. Impeccably preserved proofs such as the present specimen are also only offered irregularly, especially with any significant contrast. Both sides are similar in appearance, each presenting a memorable two-toned cameo effect. A liberal amount of lilac-purple toning in the centers deepens to sea-green at the borders. An entirely original pristine Premium Gem proof with amazing aesthetic desirability, a coin that will grace the connoisseur's collection. Population: 6 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2305

1877 20C PR67 NGC. Toned with deep blue and russet colors over the entire obverse and reverse, and quite intense overall. The surfaces are outstanding as well, with no signs of handling or abuse, making this likely one of the very finest of this issue to survive. The proof striking is needle sharp, as expected, but rarely are these found so pristine and colorful. The total proof mintage for the year was 350 pieces, and the strong demand from type collectors keeps all twenty cent pieces under pressure. An opportunity for the specialist to put a great coin away. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2306

1878 20C PR66 Cameo NGC. The twenty cent pieces of 1878 were a proof-only issue, with a recorded mintage of 760 coins. Only an estimated 600 examples were actually released, the rest were melted on June 29, 1878 when the denomination was cancelled. Although the denomination was never popular with the general public, the proofs were prized by collectors of the late 19th century. An early auction appearance was in the R.C. Davis Collection (New York Coin & Stamp, 1/1890), lot 1508. The lot sold for $2.10, more than 10 times face value, only 12 years after the coins were struck.
The present coin is a superb example of this popular issue. The deeply mirrored fields contrast vividly with the sharply delineated, frosty devices to produce the coveted Cameo effect. Visual appeal is stunning. NGC has certified five coins in PR66 Cameo, with two finer, while PCGS has only graded two coins at this level, with a single specimen finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Early Quarters

2307

1796 25C VG8 PCGS. B-2, R.3. The 1796 is the second rarest silver type coin, following the 1796 to 1797 half dollar. Both types are seldom seen, because silver depositors at the First Philadelphia Mint preferred coin payment in the largest possible denomination, which simplified accounting. Thus, quarters were only struck in 1796 prior to 1804, the year that silver dollar production ceased. By 1804, the Heraldic Eagle motif was standard for silver denominations, and the 1796 remained a low mintage single year type. The present piece has bold legends aside from weakness on STATES. Some wing plumage detail is present, and Liberty's curls also show some definition. Smooth aside from trivial hairlines from circulation and a minute reverse rim nick at 11:30.(Registry values: P7)

2308

1796 25C AU58 NGC. B-2, R.3. The position of the 6 relative to the drapery is the diagnostic for attribution of the 1796 quarters. It is distant from the drapery (about centered between the drapery and border) on the Browning-1 die combination, and it is extremely close or nearly touching the drapery on the obverse of Browning-2. It appears the B-1 was struck before B-2 although Steve Tompkins suggests the opposite in his quarter reference. The three stages of the shared reverse die are given as perfect, clashed, and cracked, the crack from the top of F to the top of O. The late state crack is faintly visible on this B-2 quarter, and appears to be visible on the Tompkins plate coin as well.
Four delivery warrants for a total of 6,146 quarters were dated between April 9, 1796 and February 28, 1797. While it is impossible to exactly correlate varieties and original mintages, an attempt provides an interesting exercise. We know that there are about 150 surviving examples of 1796 B-1, and about 450 examples of B-2. Deliver warrants were dated April 9 (1,800), May 27 (2,530), June 14 (1,564), and February 28, 1797 (252) for a total mintage of 6,146 quarters. Those estimates give a survival rate of 9.76%, consistent with the survival rates of other denominations. We know, for example, that about 10% of all 1796 quarter eagles still exist. Combining our estimates with the survival rate suggests an original production of 1,536 coins, reasonably close to the 1,800 coins of Warrant 61 that those may have been the B-1 quarters, the other 4,346 coins being the B-2 pieces.
This boldly defined near Mint State piece has a trace of high point wear, but overall it presents exceptional eye appeal. A hint of weakness is evident at the eagle's head, but the remaining design motifs are sharp. Both sides have nearly full luster beneath light gold toning with traces of deeper peripheral iridescence. Census: 20 in 58, 30 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2309

1796 25C MS64 PCGS. B-2, R.3. The year 1796 was significant as the first time that the Mint was able to actually produce all coinage denominations authorized by the Mint Act of 1792. The quarter, dime, and quarter eagle were all minted for the first time in this year. Earlier, priority had been given to the more prestigious large denominations, and to the smaller coins that were indispensable in daily transactions. The modest demand for the quarter is reflected in its minuscule mintage of 6,146 pieces.
The public must have found the new coins interesting, if not very useful. A relatively large number of examples were saved as curiosities or in bank vaults, and the issue is available in all grades today. After 1796, the denomination was not produced again until 1804, by which time the reverse had been changed to the Heraldic Eagle design. Thus, the 1796 quarter is one of the few one-year type coins, and it is among the most hotly demanded of those, with pressure coming from a wide spectrum of collectors, from type enthusiasts to early quarter specialists who harbor the ambition of owning both die varieties for the issue.
This pleasingly lustrous near-Gem has excellent definition on Liberty's hair, though the eagle's breast shows more typical striking softness. Both sides show blue-green and gold patina, with hints of rose appearing at the central reverse as well. Minimally marked with great eye appeal, a wonderful representative of America's first quarter. Population: 7 in 64, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

2310

1796 25C MS64 NGC. B-2, R.3. The quarter was an inherently difficult coin to produce in 1796. The specified weight was 6.74 grams, with a composition of .8924 silver and .1076 copper. The designed diameter of the coin was 27.5 mm. The edge was reeded. To contain the specified amount of metal in a coin with such a large diameter the planchets had to be unusually thin. The planchets were cut from sheets of metal of the required composition that were repeatedly drawn through horse-powered rollers. The distance between the rollers was reduced with each pass until the desired thickness was attained. Before each pass, the metal sheets were annealed to make the metal softer and more ductile.
It was necessary to repeat this process more times than usual to prepare the quarter planchets. In addition to the extra work involved in rolling, many of the planchets became brittle because of the repeated annealing. When the coins were struck on the screw press, some of the brittle planchets developed edge splits, and small pieces of metal broke off. The effects of this process can be seen on many 1796 quarters today.
The strike is particularly sharp on this example, especially on the obverse. Crisp detail shows in all devices, even star centrils and hair strands are bold. The reverse has a better than average strike, with some detail showing on the eagle's head. The eagle's nostril shows plainly, a detail rarely seen on this variety. The fields are free of distractions, and lovely lilac and gray toning accents both sides. Stunning eye appeal. This coin, although unlisted there, would be tied for fourth place in the Condition Census as presented by Steve Tompkins in his new reference.(Registry values: P7)

2311

1804 25C VF25 PCGS. B-1, R.3. The Low 4 variety is identified by the centering of the 4, equally spaced between the bust and border. There is also a prominent die flaw between stars 8 and 9 at the upper right obverse. Both sides have prominent clash marks, although any die cracks that may be present are obscured by minimal surface roughness. Both sides have medium gray, slightly lighter on the devices and slightly deeper near the borders. Slight abrasions are present on each side, but of little consequence. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 11 in 25, 30 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2312

1804 25C VF35 PCGS. B-1, R.3. The more available of the two 1804 quarter varieties for the year, distinguished by an obverse that shows a gap between the 4 in the date and the truncation of the bust, star 1 close to but not touching the hair, and a die gouge between stars 8 and 9. B-1 and B-2 share the same reverse.
With only 6,738 coins struck, the 1804 is the key date of the four-year Draped Bust, Heraldic Eagle quarter series. Most extant coins are found in lower grades, as few examples were apparently saved at the time of issue.
Soft lilac-gray patina displays somewhat deeper hues on the obverse of this Choice VF specimen, with bright golden iridescence in the protected areas of both sides. The design elements retain considerable detail, and the surfaces reveal no more marks than what would be expected for a coin that underwent light to moderate circulation. Adjustment marks are absent, as is often the case with this series. Population for the date: 8 in 35, 16 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P7)

2313

1805 25C MS64 PCGS. B-3, R.1. Die State V. This lovely near-Gem is sure to elicit strong bids from high-grade type collectors and advanced specialists alike. The striking quality is superlative, with nearly all of Liberty's hair strands and the eagle's breast and wing feathers delineated. The obverse stars are relatively strong, but some on the reverse are weak, as are portions of the tail feathers. The design elements are generally well centered, and nearly all of the dentilation shows, which is slightly bolder on the reverse. The bold clash marks and peripheral die cracks that are diagnostic of Die State V are readily evident on both sides, most without a loupe. No adjustment marks are evident. A few inconsequential contact marks on Liberty's cheek and neck and in the lower left obverse field are all that seem to keep this coin from a higher grade, but the full, satin-textured luster should easily support a Gem designation. Warm orange-tan peripheral iridescence frames silver-gray centers. This coin is identical in grade to the finest 1805 B-3 quarter listed in Walter Breen's 1992 update of A.W. Browning's book The Early Quarter Dollars of the United States: 1796-1838. More recently, it is listed as one of four MS64 examples, the finest of the variety, in Steve Tompkins' treatise, Early United States Quarters 1796-1838. Population: 6 in MS64, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Auction '85 (RARCOA, 7/1985), lot 147; Superior (2/1993), lot 434; Heritage (1/2003), lot 6629; Heritage (1/2006), lot 3145.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2314

1806/5 25C MS64 PCGS. B-1, R.2. In 1806 the Mint experimented with overdate coinage, updating dies that had been used in the previous years. This experiment was conducted on quarters, half dollars, and quarter eagles. Dies that had already been used for coinage were heated, overdated with a 6 punched over the 5, and reannealed. The 1806/5 B-1 quarter is literally a later die state of 1805 B-4, since the obverse and reverse dies are both the same. Among half dollars, the 1806/5 obverse die of O-104 was previously used for 1805 O-105 and O-106. In the quarter eagle series, the 1806/5 overdate uses the same obverse and reverse dies of 1805. Few dies were altered after they had been used, as the easier solution was to continue using the old dies without changes until they were no longer serviceable.
This Condition Census candidate ranks among the finest pieces that Steve Tompkins records in his new quarter reference. Three examples are listed as MS64, and four others as MS63. This piece and the Garrett specimen are the two finest examples that we have offered. The strike is absolutely amazing, one of the best strikes we have ever seen on an early federal coin. It is also fully prooflike with completely mirrored obverse and reverse fields. The central obverse and reverse have light ivory surfaces with subtle peripheral iridescence. A lint mark from the chin down to star 12 will provide an opportunity to seek out the past provenance of this coin. Housed in an older green label PCGS holder. Population: 3 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2005), lot 2097; Heritage (8/2006), lot 5166.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2315

1806 25C MS64 PCGS. B-5, High R.4. This late die state has a prominent die crack through the top of Y in LIBERTY, with a branch from the left top of that letter curving down through the field to the nose. The first crack has a branch from the right side of Y down to star 8.
In his recently published reference, Early United States Quarters 1796-1838, Steve Tompkins records a Condition Census including an MS64, an MS63, an MS60, and three AU coins. Many years ago, Walter Breen revised the Browning reference, and described this very same coin as "more or less Uncirculated, centers weak," placing it at the top of his census listing. With a grade of MS64, PCGS has stated that it is more Uncirculated.
The centers, especially on the reverse, are weakly defined, although the peripheral areas are much sharper, apparently typical of all known examples. This fully lustrous near-Gem has violet toning at the centers, framed by sea-green and light gold closer to the borders. A few trivial marks keep it from a Gem grade.
Ex: Stack's (5/1965), lot 598; Stack's (3/1974), lot 5; Stack's 6/1999), lot 2074; Heritage (8/2004), lot 5924; American Numismatic Rarities (12/2005), lot 542.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2316

1806 25C MS64 NGC. B-10, R.5. Both sides exhibit lovely lavender-charcoal shades with underlying gold and blue colors. All primary features are well-defined, and the surfaces are uncommonly abrasion-free for an 1806 quarter of any variety. A noteworthy opportunity for the series specialist.(Registry values: P5)

2317

1806 25C MS66 NGC. B-9, R.1. When this coins was offered as part of the Eliasberg Collection, the cataloger wrote: "Even though the variety is common, this is indisputably one of the finest known." Today, a decade later, there has still been no other contender for its finest known status. In fact, it may be the finest known 1806 quarter of any variety. NGC and PCGS have graded three 1806 quarters as MS66 (the other two are both overdates) and none finer. This amazing Premium Gem held a spot in the world-class Eliasberg Collection for many years, and deserves to be among world-class company again
This piece is highly lustrous with brilliant silver surfaces and hints of the lightest imaginable champagne toning. There are a few minor surface marks, and slight central weakness is evident, especially on the reverse. The stars along the right obverse border are also flat. The reverse has faint adjustment marks at the center, over the shield, and those marks led directly to the soft strike.
The obverse has a die crack from the rim to the 1, hair, E, and upper rim, but no clash marks, die lapping, or additional cracks are evident. The obverse is Tompkins Die Stage 2. The reverse has a narrow rim break above the T in STATES, joining the left top of that letter. The reverse also has a faint die crack through the tops of some letters. Like the obverse, there are no clash marks, die lapping, or other defects. The reverse is also Tompkins Die State 2.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2318

1807 25C MS63 PCGS. B-1, R.2. A healthy mintage of 220,643 quarters was accomplished in 1807, although some of these coins may have been dated 1806. This was the last year for the Draped Bust design, and coinage of this denomination was not resumed until 1815. Two die varieties are known for the date. The coin offered here is an example of the more available B-1 die marriage, characterized by the block 8 in the date. Letter punch evidence suggests B-1 was actually struck after the other die variety of the date, making it the last issue of the design type.
The present coin features attractive medium gray patina, with hints of rose surrounding the devices. Strong underlying mint luster is evident beneath the patina. A better than average strike shows full detail on the stars on the left obverse and the eagle's breast over the shield on the reverse. Slight weakness is noted on the stars on the right and the forefront of Liberty's hair. Obvious die clashing is evident on the reverse. The scattered handling marks are not individually distracting. Population: 17 in 63, 14 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

Bust Quarters

2319

1815 25C MS66 PCGS. B-1, R.1. After an intermission of seven years, the Mint coined 69,232 quarters late in 1815, and another 20,003 from the same die pair early in 1816. The second delivery, dated January 10, 1816, also included all 47,150 1815-dated half dollars. The only other coins bearing the 1815 date were 635 half eagles that were delivered on November 3, 1815. Today, the half eagle is a classic rarity with only a few more than a dozen known.
This Premium Gem quarter, with its entirely brilliant silver surfaces and frosty luster, ranks among the five or six finest known of the date. Although lightly clash marked, there is no evidence of die lapping, placing this piece in an early die state, and almost guaranteeing that it was one of the first delivery, actually minted in 1815. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2320

1818/5 25C MS65 PCGS. B-1, R.2. A significant opportunity to secure one of the finest known examples of this important Guide Book overdate variety. Only large cents were produced in 1816, following the devastating fire that destroyed important machinery; production in 1817 was limited to large cents and half dollars, as repairs were being finished. The 1815-dated obverse die remained unused and was set aside until quarter production resumed in 1818, when it was overdated for that year's coinage.
This specimen is well centered, and the dentils are fairly sharp on both sides. Pleasing luster radiates from light golden-tan surfaces that are devoid of mentionable marks. A handful of minuscule ticks above the eagle's head are unworthy of individual mention. The design elements are sharply impressed, with excellent definition apparent in the star centers. The feathers on the eagle stand out nicely. This is an exceptional early quarter destined for a world-class collection. Population: 7 in 65, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: The JFS Collection, Part Three (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3148.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2321

1818 25C MS65 NGC. B-3, R.3. This die combination includes a later use of the overdate obverse die, although in this stage the overdate feature is no longer visible. The overall B-3 die combination, while scarce, is usually available in higher grades, and this Gem MS65 piece barely reaches the low end of the Condition Census.
Some weakness is evident at the centers, but most of the design details are sharply executed. Lovely mint frosty shines through the vivid gold toning over the obverse and reverse surfaces. Census: 25 in 65, 13 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2322

1820 25C Small 0 MS64 PCGS. B-4, R.2. A later die state with die rust scattered across both dies. This specimen is the third finest of just four Mint State examples of the variety that Steve Tompkins records in Early United States Quarters 1796-1838. This impressive near-Gem has a moderately prooflike obverse and shimmering cartwheel luster across the reverse. Light gold toning illuminates the borders. A tiny spot is concealed near the left edge of the left (facing) wing, but this sharply struck piece is otherwise smooth and attractive. 1820 quarters are scarce and underrated in VF and better grades. Population: 2 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2323

1822 25C 25/50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. B-2, High R.5. The 1822 blundered reverse variety is a spectacular die cutting error where the engraver mistakenly entered the denomination as 50C, then corrected his mistake. Although other early quarter varieties are rarer, the 1822 25 over 50 variety ranks among the famous die blunders in American numismatics. Examples are known in proof and business strike format, with few top quality pieces known. There are probably not more than four proofs and three or four Mint State pieces known, with the few others all in circulated grades. Perhaps 40 or so exist in all grades. The population data of NGC and PCGS report the following: PR65 PCGS (2), MS66 NGC, MS65 NGC, MS65 PCGS, MS63 NGC, and MS61 PCGS. A roster of the top grade pieces is presented by Steve Tompkins who records two proofs and eight business strikes that range from the present MS66 down to VF30.
Breen suspects that ailing Robert Scot was the engraver of this blundered die, and this conjecture would fit the evidence. A question comes to mind as to why this reverse die was employed to coin proofs for the year--especially when proofs are known of the perfect die 1822 quarter. Were these blundered die proofs struck first, or later when additional proofs were needed? Both share the same obverse die, perhaps the new perfect reverse die was not prepared until after the initial proofs were struck using the blundered die. The answer lies in careful study of the few proofs from each die pairing, to figure out which came first based on the condition of the obverse die. Remarkably, the Philadelphia Mint shelved this die after the small issue of proofs and general circulation strikes in 1822, only to resurrect this same reverse and strike more quarters with it in 1828.
The toning is a delight to behold for any experienced collector with lilac-gray throughout mixed with splashes of blue and yellow-gold near the devices. Many of the silver coins from the Eliasberg Collection had toning that matched this present coin as they were stored in the same type of holders and environment for decades. The devices are frosty while the fields show prooflike reflectivity except for a small satiny area before Liberty's neck surrounding a small nick. It is all but certain that this coin was struck soon after the handful of proofs were made from this pair of dies, as the present coin is an early die state and shows so many of the characteristics of a proof. The central devices and legends are sharp save for the uppermost portions of the talons on the eagle, and the obverse stars generally lack their radial lines except for star 10 which is sharp, matching the characteristics of the proofs from this die pairing. Breen considered this coin a proof and listed it first in his roster of four such pieces. He also wrote that the Eliasberg coin was from the famous Mougey Collection that Thomas Elder sold in 1910.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1385; Heritage (3/2006), lot 564.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P6)

2324

1823/2 25C VG10 PCGS. B-1, High R.5. The lone die pair for the year. This variety is rare in all grades and is highly prized, not only by variety collectors but those who collect by Guide Book types, making it one of the two most desirable early quarter issues (the other is the famous 1796). The present piece, though significantly worn, retains appreciable glossiness on the surfaces. Each side is largely pale steel-gray on the devices with green-gold, peach, and slate overtones visible in the fields. Minimally marked overall and highly attractive. Population: 2 in 10, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2325

1823/2 25C VF30 NGC. B-1, High R.5. In his new reference, Early United States Quarters 1796 - 1838, Steve Tompkins provided more in depth information about the 1823/2 Capped Bust quarter than any other author has even thought possible. He began: "The 1823/2 Bust Quarter is one of the great rarities of the early Federal coinage series. Historically and specific to the quarter denomination, the 1796 and 1827/3/2 dates have enjoyed center stage in the rarity spotlight. While carrying comparable credentials, the 1823/2 date has languished off-stage in the shadows. In spite of much speculation over the years, the true rarity of the 1823/2 Bust Quarter has been un-promoted and under appreciated." Tompkins continued to provide a pedigree roster of 31 known examples, including a single proof, and others that grade from MS61 down to Fair 2. This example holds spot number 11 in his list, and traces its pedigree to the magnificent Garrett Collection. In the Garrett catalog, it was undergraded as Fine.
This desirable representative displays balanced wear in addition to pleasing olive-brown and iridescent turquoise-blue surfaces. A single thin, shallow mark is the only one noticeable under the obverse toning, which is located in the left field area between Liberty's nose and star 5. The reverse is just as carefully preserved. Bust quarter specialists will no doubt be very interested in this coin, one of the most challenging rarities in the entire series.
Ex: J. Colvin Randall; T. Harrison Garrett; John Work Garrett; The Johns Hopkins University (Bowers and Ruddy, 3/1980), lot 637; The Paulsboro Collection, Part Three (Heritage, 8/2004), lot 5927.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2326

1825/4/3 25C MS64 PCGS. B-2, R.2. PCGS misattributed this coin as an 1825/2 B-1, where actually the top of a 3 shows under the 5. There is also noticeable repunching on the 8. All three 1825-dated varieties are overdates, although the particular underdigit (or underdigits) beneath the 5 can be a subject for debate. Browning-2 is readily identified by obverse star 8 being placed low, and 25C entered high. This near-Gem displays satiny silver surfaces, and sharply defined design features. Both sides are well preserved, and free of any distracting marks.(Registry values: P2)

2327

1825/2 25C AU58 NGC. B-1, R.5. Wide overdate; spine left from lowest arrow point. Pleasing for the antique silver and gold toning with a touch of peripheral blue on the obverse, well matched on the reverse with deep russet surrounding the devices and lettering, lighter silver elsewhere. Sharply struck and well preserved. Identifiable by a curling lint mark surrounding most of the final S of STATES. It would appear that this coin is double struck, with the first strike about 40% off-center, as a line of incuse dentils are found from the motto ribbon below the E, crossing the eagle's wing near the top, to the eagle's neck. No evidence of double striking is seen on the obverse. Certainly an unusual coin which is very rare, and near the top of the Condition Census for the variety.
Ex: Rungren (3/1998); Jules Reiver (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 22402.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2328

1831 25C Small Letters MS66 PCGS. B-1, R.3. No quarters were struck in 1829 or 1830, and when the denomination resumed production in 1831, the diameter was reduced from 27 mm to 24.3 mm. The weight and alloy were unchanged, which implies that the new quarters were thicker. Half eagles also were reduced in diameter, beginning in 1829, but otherwise retained prior alloy and weight standards. These changes in diameter were made to conform to the new close collar technology introduced to the Philadelphia Mint. However, Capped Bust halves, which then dominated silver coin production, continued to be struck with lettered edges until the 1836 Reeded Edge halves were produced.
Die cracks begin at the 2 in 25C, and travel left and right, diagnostic for this Small Letters die marriage. The majority of 1831 Small Letters quarters are Browning-2 and B-4, while those of B-1 are scarce and B-3 are rare. The present Premium Gem ranks high within the Condition Census for the B-1 variety, tied with two others in the Tompkins Census.
Cartwheel luster blasts through the dappled dove-gray and forest-green patination, and the strike is exquisite aside from a trace of softness on stars 1 and 4. The surfaces appear immaculate to the unaided eye, and even when a loupe is placed over each side, only a short hair-thin horizontal mark on the cheekbone can be located to provide a pedigree reference.
Ex: Auction '90 (RARCOA, 8/1990), lot 644; Heritage (6/2006), lot 1310.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2329

1831 25C Large Letters MS65 NGC. B-5, R.3. One of the three Large Letter variants out of the seven 1831 quarter die marriages. Repunching is observed in the date and various reverse features. According to Tompkins, in his Early United States Quarters (2008), Chief Engraver William Kneass experimented with the dies of 1831 in order to maximize the quality of strike for this first-year issue quarter. Modifications explored by Kneass included extensive reengraving of many details and accounts for the Small Letter and Large Letter variations on the reverse dies. The Large Letter issues--like the piece offered here--appear to be significantly scarcer than the Small Letter 1831 quarter variants.
Rich luster dominates the untoned surfaces of this Gem small-sized Bust quarter. A few wispy abrasions on Liberty's cheek are likely all that preclude an even finer grade. Census: 23 in 65, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

Proof Bust Quarters

2330

1821 25C PR64 NGC. B-3, R.7 as a proof. Star 7 points to the center of Liberty's headband at its front, while another point of star 7 aims at the lower half of a dentil. Star 13 points to the center of a dentil. Clash marks show below Liberty's ear from the shield stripes on the reverse, and in the right obverse field. On the reverse there are rust pits in the area between the leaf and the 2. The 5 in the denomination is large in comparison to the 2.
The Breen Proof Encyclopedia notes that proofs are known of both the B-3 and B-4 die marriages. Concerning the B-3, Breen comments, "Obv. as last [B-4], but struck afterwards as later business strikes come with this die cracked. Rev. small rust pits between olive leaf and 2. Large 5." Breen goes on to cite the Bullowa and Eliasberg specimens, ending with "others probably exist."
Interestingly, the Eliasberg catalog describes the B-3 specimen therein as "MS-63, Prooflike," rather than the true proof Breen believed it to be. The Eliasberg catalogers sound somewhat unsure, however, noting that it had previously been "designated as a Proof" and adding, "However, we do not agree with this characterization. Notwithstanding our opinion, bidders are welcome to make their own determination and, if warranted, to bid on this as a Proof. Note: Both dies are uncracked with light clash marks visible at the ear."
While we do not believe this coin to be the Eliasberg specimen (no color plate is shown), it shares the clash marks, uncracked dies, and rust pits that all marked genuine proofs to Walter Breen. But the final determination is, as always, up to the bidders. This piece offers splendid, untoned silver-white centers that blend into pink and then steel-blue hues at the rims on each side. A few tiny marks are in keeping with the PR64 grade. The strike is quite sharp, apparently better struck than the Eliasberg coin. Census: 2 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2331

1822 25C PR63 NGC. B-1, R.7, as a proof. The 1822 quarter in proof format is a major 19th century rarity. Only six pieces were known to Wayte Raymond before 1951, and five pieces were traced in the 1992 updated edition of Browning. The new Steve Tompkins reference puts this coin as fourth in his Condition Census of only four pieces for the variety. Regarding the previous history of this piece, we do know that it is neither the Eliasberg, nor Norweb nor Lenox Lohr specimens.
Contrary to what many think, all proofs are not fully struck, especially early proofs. The Eliasberg 1822 proof lacked complete definition on all the peripheral stars, and despite what the Lohr catalog stated--"A beautiful sharp strike showing all the stars full"-- the plate from that catalog clearly contradicts that statement. And so it is with this piece. Nevertheless, there is simply no doubt about the proof status of this remarkable coin. The depth of mirrored reflectivity in the fields is remarkable and can lead the observer to no other conclusion than that it is a proof. The overall striking details on this piece are remarkably crisp, with complete hair definition on Liberty and sharp detailing on the eagle's plumage. The surfaces are generally untoned, with a few light hairlines that account for the grade. Pale lilac and golden coloration is seen around the margins, and light mint frost coats the devices. A few grease stains are seen below the lowest arrowhead on the reverse and just below the C in the denomination, which will serve as pedigree markers.
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2332

1827/3 25C Restrike PR66 NGC. B-2, High R.6. Square Base 2 in 25C. Two varieties of the celebrated 1827 quarter exist, known as Original and Restrike pieces, and they are quickly distinguished by the base of the 2 in 25C, curved or curled on the Originals, and squared on the Restrikes.
The 1827 Restrike quarters are known from two distinct die states, called Period One and Period Two in the Eliasberg catalog. Perhaps these could be labeled with three different classifications like the 1804 dollars. The 1804 Original dollars are now called Class I, the unique Restrike over the Swiss thaler is called Class II, and the later 1804 Restrike dollars are called Class III. Similarly, the 1827 Original quarters could be called Class I, the Period One Restrikes could be called Class II, and the Period Two Restrikes could be called Class III. Naturally, collectors of these coins may resist such a nomenclature, as it means that three coins are required for a complete set.
Like all 1827 Restrike quarters, Class II and Class III, this piece has a die crack through the right side of U in UNITED, from the border to the ring. The Class II coins, a.k.a. the Period One Restrikes, have little die rust and are struck over Draped Bust quarters. The Eliasberg specimen, the example offered by Bowers and Merena in their 1992 Somerset sale, and possibly one other piece are members of this category. It is believed that these coins were struck in the late 1850s. In his 1992 revision of the Browning reference, Walter Breen identified 14 pieces, including four examples of this Class, and 10 examples of the Class III state.
The remaining examples including this piece, perhaps as many as a dozen specimens, along with the copper strikes, belong to Class III, the Period Two Restrikes. These pieces are immediately recognized by their heavy die rust on both sides. This piece is sharp enough in strike and quality that it also shows extremely heavy die polishing lines on both sides, obviously an attempt to minimize the appearance of the die rust. These later Restrikes were struck at an unknown date, probably many years after the early Restrikes.
This is the fifth appearance of an 1827 quarter (all Class III) in one of our auctions since 1993, and it represents the third distinct example we have handled. The surfaces are toned steel-gray with strong underlying elements of rose, blue, and sea-green. The surfaces display the characteristic raised bumps produced when rusted dies were used to produce this restrike. The strike is razor-sharp and a few tiny hairlines are visible but these are well concealed by the toning and are obviously so minor from the grade given that they pose no threat to the technical grade of the coin.
Ex: Heritage (7/1997), lot 6234; Heritage (7/2007), lot 671.

2333

1828 25C PR65 NGC. B-4, R.7 as a proof. According to current and past references, proof 1828 quarters are known for the Browning-1 and Browning-4 varieties. This glittering Gem proof is boldly detailed with mostly light silver surfaces, especially at the centers, accented by peripheral splashes of gold, russet, violet, and blue toning. Only a few contact marks can be seen on each side.
We have attempted a roster of proofs, based on data from a variety of sources. Some pieces reported as proofs in the past are clearly prooflike business strikes, and others cataloged as prooflike coins appear to be true proofs. There appear to be four proofs of Browning-1, and seven proofs of Browning-4. In addition, Walter Breen reported one or two proofs of Browning-2, but those pieces are doubtful as proofs. Besides, they were not plated in the catalogs and can no longer be traced. Census: 2 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).

Roster of Proof 1828 Browning-1 Quarters

1. Proof. Speir Estate (Stack's, 3/1974), lot 21.
2. Proof. James A. Stack Estate (Stack's, 3/1975), lot 31; Stack's (3/1996), lot 319; Stack's (5/1998), lot 435.
3. Proof. RARCOA (8/1982), lot 714.
4. MS65 Prooflike. Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1393. Called the finest known business strike in the Eliasberg catalog, later observers have called this piece a proof.

Roster of Proof 1828 Browning-4 Quarters

1. PR66 NGC. Numismatic Gallery (12/1947), lot 186; John Jay Pittman (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 1284; Bowers and Merena (2/2007), lot 284.
2. PR65 NGC. Superior (8/1991), lot 465; Stack's (10/1995), lot 399; Bowers and Merena (7/2005), lot 441. The present specimen.
3. PR65 PCGS. Heritage (8/1996), lot 7065; Bowers and Merena (8/1999), lot 132.
4. PR64. Thomas Cleneay (S.H. and H. Chapman, 12/1890), lot 1340; Allenburger Collection (B. Max Mehl, 4/1948), lot 842; T. James Clarke; New Netherlands (47th Sale), lot 1514; Stack's (2/1965), lot 1630; RARCOA (8/1982), lot 713; Superior (8/1990), lot 1076; Bowers and Merena (11/1992), lot 1675.
5. PR64 PCGS. Stack's (10/1985), lot 193; Superior (5/1989), lot 5291; Superior (10/1990), lot 2564; Heritage (5/2008), lot 307.
6. PR61 NGC. Lester Merkin (10/1969), lot 85; Harold W. Anderson Collection, Part Two (Heritage, 8/2004), lot 5931. Breen Proof Encyclopedia plate coin.
7. MS65, prooflike. Possible proof. S.H. and H. Chapman (3/1883); T. Harrison Garrett; John Work Garrett; Johns Hopkins University (Bowers and Ruddy, 3/1980), lot 642. This piece was offered in the Garrett catalog as MS65, with full prooflike surfaces. Later observers have described the coin as a proof.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2334

1831 25C Large Letters PR65 Cameo NGC. B-5, R.6 or R.7 as a proof. Walter Breen, writing of the 1831 proof quarter in his 1989 Encyclopedia of United States and Colonial Proof Coins, says the Mint Director sent 20 "specimens" of this date to President Jackson and 20 more to Treasury Secretary D.C. Ingham to show off the new modified design using beaded borders and close collar. Breen indicates that these may not all have been proofs. In fact, the author writes in his Complete Encyclopedia that there are possibly a dozen proofs known. This figure more or less corresponds with the 15 1831 proof quarters certified by NGC and PCGS.
This variety displays the following diagnostics: tall 1s were corrected from short ones in the date, star 11 is repunched, there is a large curl-base 2 and large 5 with a long curved flag top in the denomination, the eagle has no tongue, and the stem ends over the right side of the C in the denomination
The reflective fields of this Premium Gem yield pleasing contrast with the motifs at certain angles. Soft reddish-tan patina in the fields tends to further this variance by highlighting the mostly light gray design elements. A well executed strike imparts nearly complete definition to the design features, the sole exception being softness in some of the star centers. Close inspection reveals no mentionable surface or rim marks that can be used as pedigree identifiers. A few wispy hairlines intermingled with die polish lines in the fields only show up under high magnification. In summary, an extremely attractive Cameo.
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2335

1833 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. B-1, Low R.8 as a proof. Formerly offered as lot 1291 in the second part of the John Jay Pittman Collection (Akers, 5/98), where it was described in part as, "Very sharply struck except on the first two stars which are flat. The fields are deeply mirrorlike and have only a few very light hairlines and contact marks. On the reverse, there is a small lump of die rust between the last A of AMERICA and the top arrowhead. There are also several lint marks, including one from the top serif of the C to the talon above it and another below the right wing of the eagle. The D in UNITED and the first S in STATES are also weak. The characteristics described here for this specimen...are common to all of the known Proofs of this variety.
"The 1833 Quarter is an extreme rarity in Proof with only three or four specimens known...all of the few Proofs that exist are (from) this B-1 variety. However, fully prooflike examples exist of both the B-1 and B-2 varieties and, unfortunately, some such specimens have been incorrectly labeled as Proofs when they were actually just prooflike business strikes."
The Pittman specimen is virtually untoned. The devices are heavily frosted and present a strong white-on-black cameo contrast on each side. Fantastically appealing and highly important, a top-flight rarity.
Ex: B. Max Mehl (3/1948), lot 894; John Jay Pittman (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 1291; Heritage (12/2001), lot 3111; Heritage (7/2002), lot 7791; Heritage (3/2004), lot 5632; Bowers and Merena (7/2005), lot 443.
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2336

1838 25C PR64 NGC. B-1, the only known dies, R.8 as a proof. Only three proofs of the 1838 Capped Bust quarter are thought to be extant today. One resided in the Norweb Collection and another in the Pittman Collection. We have had the occasion to handle both specimens in the past, and are now pleased to offer the third known example.

The following roster is based on the auction appearances of 1838 proof quarters known to us:

1. PR68 PCGS. Acquired by John Ford of New Netherlands, May 1954 and sold to Mrs. Henry Norweb sometime thereafter; The Norweb Collection II (Bowers and Merena, 3/1988), lot 1561; Heritage Auction Galleries (7/2003), lot 6918; Superior Galleries (1/2004), lot 282.

2. PR66 PCGS. Stack's (3/1949), lot 655; John Jay Pittman Collection (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 1296; Heritage Auction Galleries (1/2004), lot 2050; Heritage Auction Galleries (1/2007), lot 908.

3. PR64 NGC. The Present Specimen.

The near-Gem offering in this lot displays just a hint of light golden-tan peripheral color, slightly more noticeable on the obverse. A well executed strike leaves sharp definition on the design elements, save for minor softness in the hair curl over Liberty's eye and the centrils of the stars in the upper left quadrant. A few tiny planchet flakes in the fields visible only under magnification are not worthy of individual mention, nor are a couple of trivial handling marks that just barely preclude Gem classification. With only three examples known, it may be some time before one has another opportunity to acquire this extreme rarity.
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

Seated Quarters

2337

1838 25C No Drapery MS65 NGC. The more common "Open Claws" reverse, with the eagle's right talons well-spread. Philadelphia alone struck quarters in 1838, and after slightly over a third of a million Bust quarters were produced, the design changed to the Seated Liberty effigy, struck to the tune of slightly under half a million pieces. A few were saved as novelties, but as one might expect for an 1830s issue, Gem survivors are important condition rarities. This faintly gold-tinged example is carefully preserved with impressive luster. While Larry Briggs comments that the issue is often weakly struck on the head, stars, and dentils, only a touch of softness is visible on star 13 on the obverse. Census: 4 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2338

1838 25C No Drapery MS68 PCGS. R.W. Julian's article "Gobrecht's Seated Liberty," published in the July 2003 edition of the magazine Coins, offers an excellent overview of how the eponymous design made its way to the quarter dollar. The Liberty Seated obverse, which Julian credits to a collaboration between engraver Christian Gobrecht and artists Titian Peale and Thomas Sully, was created for the silver dollar, but its use spread quickly to other denominations:

"The designs were so well received that [Mint Director Robert] Patterson soon sought permission to improve the looks of the dimes and half dimes by putting the seated figure on the obverse. ... Once the dimes and half dimes had received the seated figure of Liberty, the quarter dollar came next. Gobrecht prepared the dies in the summer of 1838 and in September several trial pieces were sent to Treasury Secretary Levi Woodbury and President Martin Van Buren for their inspection. Approval was soon forthcoming and coinage quickly began. Demand was strong enough that 466,000 pieces were struck by year's end."

Julian further notes that while Gobrecht's obverse design was artistically successful, it created certain technical challenges that Mint Director Patterson decided to rectify. In a different article, "Collectors Clamor for Seated Liberty Quarters" in the February 29, 2000 edition of Numismatic News, Julian describes the change made and how it affects the way today's collectors approach the series:

"The quarter coinage of 1838-1840, without drapery, is increasingly obtained by type collectors because of the distinct difference in the obverse dies. This variety was struck at Philadelphia in 1838 and 1839 but also at New Orleans in 1840; the dies for the latter were sent off before all the changes were in place. Philadelphia coined only the variety with drapery in 1840.
"Sculptor Robert Ball Hughes had been hired by Director Patterson to slightly redesign the silver coinage, especially the Seated Liberty figures; the change of drapery at the elbow is a mark of Hughes' work. The point of the make-over was to reduce the height of the figure so that the coins would strike up better in the available coining presses."

While the 2009 edition of the Guide Book does not specify the No Drapery Seated quarters as a subtype, many collectors do consider them such, among them James W. Lull, previous owner of the present example; he assembled a high-end type collection which included both this 1838 quarter and an 1857 quarter, which would be redundant for type purposes if not for the No Drapery versus Drapery nicety.
The second Julian quote references what may be considered this Superb Gem beauty's only flaw, that its strike is soft at the peripheries; still, in light of the issue's striking weakness being ever-present, this is forgivable. Otherwise, the eye appeal has no need for redemption; the bold silver-white luster on each side shines through occasional splashes of milky patina. Essentially unmarked and frosty, with a small sliver of startling brilliance between the T and E of STATES on the reverse. In a prior appearance, the cataloger mentioned that this MS68 PCGS example had a peer at NGC, a coin graded MS68 ★ ; this listing no longer appears in the Census Report, and the logical conclusion is that the MS68 ★ coin was recertified, this time by PCGS; possibly that coin and the present lot are one and the same. Population: 1 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: James W. Lull Collection (Bowers and Merena, 1/2005), lot 681.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P5)

2339

1852-O 25C MS63 PCGS. The 1852-O quarter, from a mintage of 96,000 pieces, is very scarce in all grades. Larry Briggs, in The Comprehensive Encyclopedia of United States Liberty Seated Quarters, 1991, assigns the following rarity ratings to the issue:

G/VG-R.3+ (approximately 250 or more pieces known);
F/VF-R.4 (approximately 76 to 250 pieces known);
XF/AU-R.6 (approximately 13 to 30 pieces known); and
Unc-R.7+ (approximately 4 or more pieces known).

PCGS and NGC have certified a total of 56 examples in grades from About Good 3 to Mint State 63, with the majority falling within the Very Fine 20 to About Uncirculated 50 grade range. A mere four pieces rate Mint State level of preservation--one MS61 NGC , one MS62 NGC, and a MS62 PCGS, and the MS63 PCGS offering in this sale.
A combination of factors accounts for the rarity of 1852-O quarters. First, the mintage was relatively small. Second, most apparently circulated in the channels of commerce soon after being minted. Third, coin collecting was not yet all that popular in America at the time, thus few coins were saved, especially mintmarked ones. Finally, a large number, perhaps most, were melted.
Walter Breen, in his Complete Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins, 1988, elaborates on this last factor:

"After quantities of gold discovered in California 1848-49 began reaching world markets, price levels of gold (reckoned in silver dollars) sank, or what is the same thing, silver bullion prices rose sharply in terms of gold dollars: enough to stimulate mass meltings of silver coins as worth more than face value. The ensuing coin shortage led to reduction in official coin weights in 1853 (the quarter was reduced to 6.22 grams compared to the older quarter's 6.68 grams) and wholesale melting of old-tenor silver, so that many dates 1848-53 No Arrows have become very scarce."

The elusiveness of the 1852-O quarter in high grades is such that many collectors settle for worn, or even problem coins. The Eliasberg piece, for example, graded AU55 Scratched (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997, lot 1452), and the Pittman specimen XF Cleaned (David Akers, 5/1998, lot 1323).
The lustrous surfaces of this Select piece are nearly untoned, except for an occasional blush of light tan-gray, along with a couple of minor "milk" spots on each side. An uneven die alignment causes a typically weak strike on the upper part of Liberty's portrait, the adjacent stars, the left (facing) leg and claws, and fletchings. The remaining design elements are quite bold. A few minute, unobtrusive marks barely keep from an even finer grade. Population: 1 in 63, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Frog Run Farm Collection (American Numismatic Rarities, 1/2006), lot 346.(Registry values: P7)

2340

1855 25C Arrows MS66 NGC. For the series or type collector who wishes to indulge in top-notch examples, this Premium Gem Arrows quarter offers an excellent opportunity for luxuriance. The central detail is pleasing, and only a couple of the obverse stars exhibit slight softness. Impressively lustrous fields are generally silver-white on the obverse, and the violet shade present at the lower left on that side drapes part of the reverse. Excellent preservation, as demanded of the grade, with singularly impressive eye appeal. One of just three examples at this level certified by NGC, with three finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2341

1861 25C MS67 PCGS. The 1861 Seated Liberty quarter has a mintage of close to 5 million pieces, as it preceded the suspension of specie payments. Philadelphia production declined annually thereafter until 1866, when a scant emission of 16,800 pieces was achieved. This specimen features the Type Two obverse, characterized by a small pair of vertical lines above the E in LIBERTY, and the Type Two reverse, showing the eagle with a convex eye and open claws.
The coin offered here is a remarkable Superb Gem of this collectible Civil War issue. A whisper of tan toning is seen at the margins of this refreshingly unabraded and fully lustrous fields. The strike is needle-sharp, even on such trouble spots as the eagle's legs and Liberty's hair. The left-side obverse denticles are incomplete, as some sloping toward the field is present. NGC has graded three coins at the Superb Gem level, with none finer, while PCGS has graded six examples in MS67, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2342

1867 25C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Just 20,000 business strikes were produced for this second With Motto Philadelphia quarter issue, all from one die pair that is distinct from the die pair used to strike proofs. The business strikes for the year usually are distinguished by the obverse, which shows faintness of detail at parts of the center, as recounted by Larry Briggs in his Comprehensive Encyclopedia of United States Seated Liberty Quarters. His summary: "'BER' on ribbon [across the shield] as well as central portion (stomach) of Liberty ground down, making it faint and eventually invisible in those areas."
Briggs suggests that this faintness makes worn examples seem to be more circulated than they are, since the lettering on the ribbon is an important diagnostic for grades Good through Fine, though he also describes the issue as one "rarely seen in low grades." Mint State examples, too, are elusive, and this near-Gem is attractive in virtually all respects. Aside from the aforementioned shallowness on the ribbon across the shield and at Liberty's waist, the coin offers crisp definition. The obverse exhibits rich champagne and peach-orange central patina framed in blue-green, while the other side shows nearly the inverse. Though significant abrasions are noted below the eagle's beak and above the denomination, the smooth surfaces of the obverse are redeeming. An important survivor, housed in a green label holder. Population: 2 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2343

1872-CC 25C XF45 NGC. The 1872-CC is rare in all grades, although unlike the other No Arrows Carson City issues, it is collectible in Fine and VF grades. Since no collectors existed in the Old West to pluck Carson City quarters from circulation when they were new, high grade survivors exist only by chance. Just two pieces have been certified above the AU55 level, an MS66 NGC and an MS62 PCGS. Even in XF, the 1872-CC is important, and such pieces are under formidable dual demand from Carson City and Seated quarter specialists. This sharp example shows traces of luster across the devices, and the streaky tan and slate-gray surfaces lack singularly mentionable marks. Census: 2 in 45, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P8)

2344

1873 25C Closed 3 MS63 NGC. The Philadelphia quarters of 1873 come in three separate variants: the 1873 Closed 3, the 1873 Open 3, and the 1873 With Arrows. Of these three varieties, the last has the highest mintage, with over a million pieces struck, and the 1873 Open 3, though it has a mintage of only 172,000 coins, is one of the most available Motto quarters issues in Mint State. The 1873 Closed 3 version, however, is highly elusive, with a total production of just 40,000 business strikes, and most survivors show some degree of wear. NGC and PCGS have certified just 20 examples and those few pieces range from Very Fine to Mint State.
Though the 1873 Closed 3 remains an underrated issue in most grades, collectors are aware of how elusive this issue is in mint condition. NGC and PCGS have certified a mere five Mint State representatives between them, and the MS63 coin offered here is the single finest at either services (3/09). Crisply defined on the design elements, and both sides offer strong, shining luster. The obverse displays violet-inflected iridescence, while the reverse is essentially brilliant. A scattering of fine obverse marks precludes a finer designation.
Ex: Harry Bass, Jr. Collection, Part I (Bowers and Merena, 5/1999), lot 2010 (Bowers and Merena catalogers report this coin is pedigreed to the Harry X Boosel "1873" Collection, RARCOA, 4/1972, lot 601, unplated).(Registry values: P4)

2345

1874 25C Arrows MS67 NGC. Apparently the collecting public was not as interested in setting aside Arrows quarters from 1874 as they were in the first year. Superb examples of the 1874 are especially elusive with only this and one other piece certified (both by NGC, 3/09). While most 1874 quarters are well struck, many show softness on the head of Liberty. This particular coin does not, displaying complete hair definition as well as full radials on the stars and fully defined plumage on the eagle. The highly lustrous surfaces are nearly perfect in a technical sense. Both sides have light champagne toning over brilliant and frosty luster.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2346

1875-CC 25C MS65 NGC. Only 140,000 Seated Liberty quarters were minted at Carson City in 1875. David Akers calls this date a "scarce and underrated issue." Collecting branch mint quarters did not become popular until a later era, and 19th century auction appearances are few and far between. One early appearance was in the George Earl Collection (Henry Chapman, 6/1912), lot 3235, where the issue was offered as part of a group lot of quarters.
The present coin was featured in the John Jay Pittman Collection Part II (Akers, 5/1998), lot 1352. To quote Akers description, "Sharply struck with lustrous semi-prooflike fields and superb medium reddish-gold, violet and blue toning. There are only a few light contact marks and hairlines in the fields and, overall, the coin has an outstanding appearance." NGC has certified five coins at the Gem level, with none finer, while PCGS has grade only three coins in MS65, with none finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

2347

1880 25C MS68 NGC. A total of 13,600 quarter-dollar business strikes were produced in 1880, a fair number of which have survived through the Premium Gem level of preservation.
This MS68 specimen is a remarkable survivor that could fit equally well in a high-end date or type set. Lightly toned surfaces are essentially pristine beneath layers of sea-green, lavender, golden-brown, and aqua on the obverse and gold-orange, purple, aqua on the reverse. Semiprooflike fields establish mild contrast with the lightly frosted devices. This crisply struck coin is just one of four MS68-graded coins known to NGC with none numerically finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2348

1881 25C MS68 PCGS. The 1881 quarter is a low mintage date of 12,000 circulation strikes, and is scarce in all grades. It is an important condition rarity in Superb Gem, and extremely rare in the lofty grade of MS68, that of the present offering. PCGS and NGC have each seen one such example, and none finer.
The silky silver-gray surfaces exude pleasing luster, and display occasional wisps of nearly imperceptible tan color. A solid strike leaves crisp definition on the design elements, including most of the star centers. The latter are usually flatly struck. The near pristine surfaces reveal just a couple of unobtrusive marks.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2349

1887 25C MS67 PCGS. Briggs 1-A. Stars 4 and 5 are repunched on the obverse. The reverse is identified by a horizontal die scratch from vertical line 2 and the shield juncture extending to vertical line 8. Mottled turquoise, gold, and russet-tan patina over each side gives this Superb Gem quarter a pleasingly original appearance. It is boldly struck with satiny mint luster that shimmers from the nearly immaculate surfaces. This condition rarity survives from a business strike mintage of just 10,000 quarters. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2350

1889 25C MS68 PCGS. A low mintage issue, only 12,000 examples of the 1889 Seated Liberty quarter were struck for circulation, although most probably did not actually circulate. In his Complete Encyclopedia, Walter Breen stated that this issue was extensively hoarded. From 1879 through 1890, quarter dollars and half dollars were produced in extremely limited quantities due to the Bland-Allison Act. It was this Congressional Act that mandated extensive production of silver dollars (the now popular Morgan dollar) and had all of the mints essentially doing nothing else. Dimes were not so much affected simply because they were still needed as small change. Quarters and half dollars enjoyed the least demand at the time, so these were the denominations that suffered (to our benefit today).
This sensational Superb Gem specimen is certain to please the connoisseur, whether he or she be a date collector, a type collector, or someone who simply loves beautiful coins. The surfaces on each side are satiny and ever-so-slightly reflective with highly lustrous devices. Just a trace of gold toning is present at or near the borders on each side, otherwise this is a fully brilliant coin. NGC has certified only three coins at the MS68 level, with none finer, while PCGS has graded only this piece in MS68, with none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Proof Seated Quarters

2351

1843 25C PR64 NGC. Ex: Pittman. Walter Breen, in his Encyclopedia (1988), indicates that as many as eight proofs exist of the 1843 quarter. In the August 3, 1998 Bowers and Merena The Rarities Sale offering of an NGC PR64 specimen (lot 155), the cataloger states: "For some unrecorded reason, Proof mintages of silver coins were very low in 1843, considerably smaller than would be the case for the following year, 1844." We can account for six specimens today, listed in the roster below, with one additional appearance labeled A that cannot be definitely linked to any of the established pedigrees.

1. PR66 NGC. 1946 ANA Sale (Numismatic Gallery, 8/1946), lot 442 (unplated); John Jay Pittman Collection (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 1309; Phil Kaufman Collection (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1808.

2. PR64 NGC. Thomas L. Smith Estate (Stack's, 6/1957), lot 529.

3. PR64 NGC. Dr. Christian A. Allenburger Collection (B. Max Mehl, 3/1948), lot 1015; Floyd T. Starr Collection (Stack's, 10/1992), lot 403; Bowers and Merena (8/1998), lot 155.

4. PR64 NGC. Judge Joseph F. Sawicki (5/1948); John Jay Pittman Collection (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 832 (part of an 1843 proof set). The present coin.

5. Brilliant Proof. European collection; Stoddard Collection; Col. E.H.R. Green in 1932; Will W. Neil Collection (B. Max Mehl MBS, 6/17/1947), lot 2292; Amon G. Carter, Jr. Family Collection (Stack's, 1/1984), lot 630 (part of an 1843 proof set).

6. Proof. Smithsonian Institution.

A. Proof. Davis-Graves (Stack's, 4/1954), lot 354, impaired. Not plated and unlikely to be identified in the future.

This PR64 example comes out of Pittman's 1843 proof set (lot 832 listed in number 4 above). A tiny mark on Liberty's upper right (left facing) shoulder, two more such ticks on Liberty's right breast, a minute toning spot above the eagle's head, and another between the E of AMERICA and the upper part of the left wing, are all distinctly visible on the present coin and on the one in the proof set. The design elements are boldly struck, and yield a strong contrast with the mirrored fields. Both sides are covered in beautiful sky-blue and gold-tan colors that take on a dappled appearance. A few wispy, unobtrusive hairlines in the fields are only visible under high magnification.
Overall, this is an outstanding example of this rare issue, both from the standpoint of technical quality and aesthetic appeal, and one that is pedigreed to a notable numismatist. It was a remarkable feat for John Pittman to have acquired two of the six known specimens for his collection, an accomplishment that will be difficult to duplicate. In any event, the bidder that wins this lot will have obtained one of the most desirable pieces of 19th century American coinage.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection. (Registry values: P4)

2352

1847 25C PR65 PCGS. A very rare early proof striking. In Breen's 1977 opus on proof coinage, he recorded seven individual examples of this date, suggesting that some duplication may exist among coins in his list. Neither he nor Larry Briggs estimated the number originally struck, but it probably was not more than 20 pieces. David Akers suggested that all 1847 proof quarters were coined for inclusion in the 10 to 15 proof sets that were issued in 1847.
All proofs have the normal date with no repunching or recutting, and the reverse is from the same proof die used in 1846. Our current research into early proof Seated Liberty rarities suggests that about eight examples are known today, about half of the original mintage.
When closely examined, the reverse shows evidence of being struck from heavily polished dies, as there are innumerable die striations running diagonally across that side. This feature takes a significant amount of magnification to see as the surfaces are toned in multiple layers of speckled and streaked blue, olive-green, citrine, rose, steel-gray, and other colors. Deeply reflective fields provide a backdrop for a uniformly high-quality strike that is nearly on par with post-1858 proofs. A very rare opportunity as early proofs are seldom seen today. Population: 2 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2353

1853 25C Arrows and Rays PR65 Cameo NGC. Walter Breen's Proof Encyclopedia records a total of five proofs and Larry Briggs' Liberty Seated quarter reference does likewise, probably following Breen's lead. Breen identifies (while citing no reference) the occasion for the pieces' striking on March 3 as the introduction of the new Arrows and Rays subtype, whose business-strike coinage began on April 26. (This remark apparently dates to Harold Newlin in the 1880s, who pegged the striking of proof half dimes to that date. Breen leapt, rightly or wrongly, to the conclusion that all Arrows and Rays proofs were struck on that date.) The right arrow point nearly touches a dentil, while the shield point is over the right base of the 1 in the date. The left base of the 1 is about over the center of a dentil. Light recutting is visible south on the 53 and the right arrow. The bottom of the flag on the 1 is even with the left arrow shaft. On the reverse some faint die file marks are visible above the ER in AMERICA, and some die polish lines in the loop of the Q. Most of these die markers for the proof coinage are documented in either the Breen or Briggs references.
As any serious collector of 19th century proof coinage knows, proof coins of any denomination and year before 1858 or so are quite rare. This piece should be doubly popular, as it is not only incredibly rare in its own right, but it is also a one-year proof representative of the important Arrows and Rays subtype. (While the 1853 and 1854 are often collected and considered as a single type, the 1854 Seated quarters lack the Rays reverse, technically making the two issues distinct subtypes.) The proof 1853 Arrows and Rays quarter is considered the most important proof issue in the Seated Liberty quarter collection.
Although this coin is not attributed as such by NGC, it is clearly the specimen from the Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection, where Q. David Bowers cataloged it as "MS-64, prooflike," going into extensive detail on why the piece might be a true proof--at least, as that term might apply to coins dated 1853. Among the similarities he cites that are visible on this piece are "delicate champagne toning over mirror surfaces" and the die finishing lines just inside the denticles over stars 11 and 12. A small patch of darker toning midway down Liberty's right (facing) calf is a match, as is the tiny rim crease just above the Liberty cap, between stars 8 and 9 (this is, however, apparently in the die, as some other specimens in the roster below show the same feature). The color plate in the Eliasberg catalog is also a dead match.
The following roster, updated since our Phil Kaufman and Scott Rudolph offerings, shows the present coin to be probably the third finest known of the eight coins enumerated. A few of the pieces may be prooflike business strikes, and there may be some duplication; only five of the following pieces have been certified as proofs.

1. PR67 NGC. Heritage (7/2008), lot 1640. Unsold. Different from any of the pieces below.

2. PR66 Cameo NGC. Phil Kaufman Collection (Heritage, 8/2007), lot 1785; Scott Rudolph Collection (Heritage, 1/2009), lot 3766, which realized $230,000. This piece matches none of the following coins.

3. PR65 Cameo NGC. The present coin. Acquired by J.M. Clapp (as "Uncirculated") at an early date, probably before 1894; John H. Clapp; Clapp estate, 1942, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1454; Heritage (1/1998), lot 6782; David Lawrence (3/2005), lot 1522; unknown intermediaries. In the Eliasberg catalog, Dave Bowers described this piece as MS64, prooflike, noting "possibly a candidate for 'proof' attribution." Since the time of that sale, it has been certified as a proof.

4. PR64 NGC. Jerome Kern Collection (B. Max Mehl, 5/1950), lot 1445; John Jay Pittman (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 1325; Bowers and Merena (8/1999), lot 141; Goldberg Coins (2/2002), lot 704; Superior (1/2004), lot 287.

5. MS64, prooflike. Thomas L. Elder; Norweb Collection (Bowers and Merena, 3/1988), lot 1594. Dave Bowers cataloged this as a prooflike business strike in the Norweb catalog, but a decade later Dave Akers included it in his census of proofs.

6. PR63 PCGS. Auction '80 (Stack's), lot 1184; Auction '90 (Stack's), lot 143; Stack's (5/1992), lot 2659; Superior (6/1999), lot 2099; Superior (10/2000), lot 4360; Goldberg Coins (5/2001), lot 561; Superior (1/2004), lot 2354.

7. Proof. Lester Merkin (6/1968), lot 291; Stack's (10/1990), lot 1638.

8. Proof. National Numismatic Collection; Smithsonian Institution.(Registry values: P5)

2354

1854 25C Arrows PR66 NGC. Ex: P. Kaufman. Briggs 6-F. Pedigreed to the Eliasberg Collection, this Premium Gem is likely one of the finest known. Dave Bowers wrote that the Eliasberg coin "stands in the front rank of this elite group." Today it is tied with one other coin for the finest proof certified by NGC.
Walter Breen mentions four 1854 proof quarters in his Proof Coins reference, with the comment that this variety is "about as rare as the dime." He is apparently implying that about 10 examples are known. The actual number of survivors is probably about 15 pieces, the quantity estimated by Dave Akers in the May 1998 Pittman catalog.
Positioned high in the exergue, the date and arrows are separated from the device and border, and the shield tip is over the left curves of the 8. The lower edge of the left arrow is doubled near its tip. The lowest crossbar of the reverse shield extends left through the shield border, into the wing. Faint vertical striations are visible above QU and the reverse arrows. These die characteristics are identical to Breen's description in his Proof Encyclopedia. Incorrectly identified as "Briggs Reverse A" in the Eliasberg catalog, although the descriptions of Reverse A and Reverse F in the Briggs reference are quite similar.
Every individual element of the design is full and sharp. Liberty's head and drapery, along with each of the 13 stars have bold definition. Feather and claw details are intricately defined. Strong cameo contrast is created by deep mirrored fields and highly lustrous devices, subdued by the lovely magenta, blue, and gold toning. All aspects of this Premium Gem are beautiful and appealing. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (10/08).
Ex: John G. Mills (S.H. and H. Chapman, 4/1904); J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate via Stack's (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1456; The Phil Kaufman Collection of Early Proof Sets, Part One (Heritage, 8/2007), lot 1790.(Registry values: P4)

2355

1855 25C Arrows PR65 NGC. Ex: Pittman. We last offered this coin in our January 2007 FUN Sale, lot 914 when it was described as follows: "The surfaces exhibit deep, watery reflectivity under a layer of reddish-gold and violet patina. Most of the obverse stars are a touch on the weak side, those on the right being noticeably flat, a characteristic found on other proofs of this date. There is a narrow depression from a piece of foreign matter on the die that runs under the eagle's right wingtip. Although Breen estimates twice as many 1855 proofs having survived as 1854s (20 pieces), our experience shows this proof issue to be at least as rare, if not rarer." This description remains accurate today, including the comment about this piece's relative rarity. In the George Earle Sale, the depression under the eagle's wing is described as a "minute nick on reverse." This is an opportunity for a collector to acquire a coin that is both rare and underrated, with an impressive pedigree, as well as one of the finest known of its date. Census: 2 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: George Earle Sale (Henry Chapman, 6/1912), lot 3102; Wayte Raymond Sale (2/1947), lot 408, where it was purchased by John Jay Pittman for $24.50; Pittman II (Akers, 5/1998), lot 1330, where it brought $15,400; 1999 February Long Beach Auction (Heritage, 2/99), lot 5916, where it realized $16,500; Platinum Night (Heritage,1/2007), lot 914.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2356

1855 25C Arrows PR64 Cameo PCGS. The 1855 proof quarter has an unknown, but certainly limited, mintage. Walter Breen, in his Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins, simply says "Possibly 20 proofs known," while Larry Briggs, in his discussion of the 1855 Arrows quarter in The Comprehensive Encyclopedia of United States Liberty Seated Quarters, indicates "15+ proofs." NGC and PCGS have certified a total of 18 specimens, six of which are designated Cameos.
A solid strike emboldens the design elements of this near-Gem Cameo example, all of which stand out against the mirrored fields. Close examination of the untoned surfaces reveals no marks worthy of mention. A small, inoffensive mark in the middle of Liberty's right (facing) arm, however, might be useful in identifying the coin. Census: 1 in 64 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2357

1862 25C PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. Deep or Ultra Cameo proof Seated Liberty quarters of the 1860s are fiendishly difficult to find, and for some issues no such examples are known to exist. Only 550 proofs of this Civil War-era coin were produced. The present specimen is the only Deep Cameo example at PCGS, and NGC has certified no Ultra Cameo pieces. Indeed, even without the deep cameo contrast, this coin would be near the peak of the Condition Census. Both sides are silver-white, with no trace of color and a bold strike. The surfaces are devoid of noticeable contact marks. This attractive and conditionally rare piece is destined for an ultimate type or date collection. Population: 1 in 66 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2358

1865 25C PR68 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. The 1865 proof quarter dollar comes from a reported mintage of 500 pieces, of which approximately 345 specimens have been certified by NGC and PCGS. As expected, the vast majority of these (about 280 coins) are non-Cameos. About 55 specimens have been assigned the Cameo designation, and a mere 10 examples fall into the Ultra/Deep Cameo classification, including this PR68 ★ Ultra Cameo. This is the finest certified by either grading service.
Breathtaking white-on-black contrast is apparent on both sides of this Superb Ultra Cameo when the coin is observed from a direct angle. The frosted motifs appear to be suspended over the unfathomably deep mirrored fields, yielding exceptionally pleasing eye appeal. A well executed strike complements these attributes, imparting as it does complete delineation to the design elements. Even the sandal straps are completely separated from Liberty's foot. Fully untoned surfaces have been immaculately cared for, revealing no contact marks, grazes, or spotting whatsoever. Indeed, one cannot even locate a lint mark.
In summary, this is a sumptuous Seated quarter proof with the highest technical quality and aesthetic appeal. As such, we expect this piece to generate spirited bidding, and to go on to form the cornerstone of a high-end collection.
Ex: The Rod Sweet Collection (Bowers and Merena Auctions, 4/2005), lot 3376.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2359

1873 25C Arrows PR68 NGC. The Mint Act of February 12, 1873, converted subsidiary coinage to the metric system, and in so doing slightly increased the weight of silver planchets. Passage of this legislation, sometimes known as the "Crime of '73," discontinued the two cent piece, three cent silver, half dime, and silver dollar, at the same time creating the Trade dollar and moving the Mint offices from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.
The arrows were a distinguishing mark to easily identify the new coins from the old-tenor silver pieces. The weight change was so slight that old blanks remained within Mint tolerance, and probably remained in use. A further result of the 1873 Act was an order sent to San Francisco and Carson City to melt all older coins that remained on hand, creating rarities for collectors today. In two instances, the order completely eliminated a particular issue. No 1873-S Seated half dollars or dollars are known today, despite mintages of 5,000 and 700 coins, respectively.
Only 540 of these 1873 Arrows quarters were struck in the proof format, and the current specimen is the single finest certified by the two major services. The fields are deeply reflective, and the obverse possesses a warm russet and cobalt-blue edging around that side, with an elliptical area of brilliance over most of the portrait and a portion of the date. The reverse, on the other hand, displays an even steel-blue patina that yields to copper-gold about the periphery. Although undesignated as such, this piece is a remarkable cameo example, with exceptional contrast between the mirrored fields and lustrous devices. The only contact noted is a small patch of marks in the right obverse fields, near stars 10 and 11. Census: 1 in 68, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2360

1874 25C Arrows PR67 NGC. This Superb Gem is an exquisite proof with excellent eye appeal created by a presentation of gunmetal-blue, lilac, and gold around a brilliant central obverse area. The reverse is evenly toned in attractive powder-blue and green color. An impressive strike delivers full definition to the design features. Contrast between the fields and devices is evident on both sides, slightly more so on the reverse. This is an exceptional proof quarter, as Walter Breen (1989) contends that the majority of 1874 proof quarters have been cleaned, some harshly so. Census: 6 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2361

1889 25C PR68 NGC. Tied with only three other pieces at both NGC and PCGS as the finest certified. NGC has certified two other PR68 coins, and PCGS has graded only one in PR68. Neither service has certified a coin finer (3/09). This is a spectacular, deeply mirrored proof. The obverse is significantly lighter in hue than the reverse. The obverse shows near-brilliance in the center that deepens to pale rose at the margin. The reverse is a uniform, dark bluish-pink color. The fields are exceptionally bright and enliven the color on each side. Essentially a flawless coin.(Registry values: P1)

2362

1890 25C PR68 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. Only 590 proof quarters were minted in 1890 to complement the 80,000 business strikes of that year, the smallest proof quarter mintage since 1877 and the third smallest of the Liberty Seated With Motto design.
This coin features spectacular eye appeal. The beautiful, mirrored fields contrast with the thickly frosted, crisply struck design elements to produce a startling, three-dimensional cameo effect. The untoned, brilliant surfaces of the coin are devoid of blemishes and provide the stark white-on-black contrast that is typical of the Ultra Cameo designation. A virtually unimprovable example of this scarce date. Census: 2 in 68 ★ Ultra Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Barber Quarters

2363

1896-S 25C MS65 PCGS. Along with the 1901-S and the 1913-S, the 1896-S is one of the three keys to the Barber quarter series. The 1896-S was produced to the extent of just 188,039 pieces, survivors of which are particularly rare and desirable in grades at or above the Extremely Fine level.
Barber quarter specialist David Lawrence contends in his Complete Guide to Barber Quarters reference that the 1896-S is "far scarcer than the (lower mintage) 1913-S in mint state." PCGS/NGC population data corroborate this, as the two services have graded about 60 Uncirculated 1896-S coins compared to approximately 100 1913-S pieces. A possible reason for this disparity is that the 1896-S was released at a time of limited collecting, while there was more interest in coins by 1913. Fewer 1896-S specimens were thus likely to have survived in Mint State.
The present Gem offering is an exceptionally bright coin with swirling cartwheel luster. It presents as untoned at first glance, but one can discern faint champagne-tan highlights at certain angles on each side. A well executed strike results in virtually complete definition on the design elements, including crispness on the upper right shield corner, an area that sometimes exhibits weakness. A handful of minute contact marks on the cheek probably preclude an even higher grade. The diagnostic striations within Liberty's ear are clearly visible. Population: 9 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2364

1899-S 25C MS68 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint continued its erratic quarter production schedule of the late 1890s by producing a mere 708,000 pieces in 1899. The federal government shipped a percentage of this issue's delivery to the Philippine Islands, where most entered the channels of commerce. Most of the survivors are cleaned XF or AU pieces. This date is underrated and underappreciated by many, particularly in the mid-Uncirculated grades. The coin offered here is "off the charts."
This lovely Superb Gem was obviously well cared for since the day it left the coining press. Both sides shimmer with frosty cartwheel luster and fully brilliant surfaces. The needle-sharp striking definition is further enhanced with virtually mark-free fields. For future pedigree purposes a tiny, almost invisible abrasion is seen on Liberty's cheek at certain light angles. A microscopic toning spot shows under the base of the F in OF on the reverse. It is little wonder that this is the single finest certified representative of an S-mint issue that is scarce to rare in all Mint State grades (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2365

1901-S 25C XF45 PCGS. In the Summer 1990 edition of the journal of the Barber Coin Collectors' Society, Bill Cregan offered the following anecdote: "As one dealer once aptly commented, 'There is a condition void between About Good and Uncirculated that you could drive a truck through.'" Such unavailability is part of what makes this Choice XF survivor so important. Despite modest wear, this coin retains strong luster and shows few marks. Light silver-blue toning embraces much of each side, while the margins show glimpses of green-gold as well. Population: 4 in 45, 38 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2366

1901-S 25C AU55 PCGS. Just a touch of rub is present on the high points of this quarter, and each side retains considerable luster. Red and violet peripheral shadings visit the obverse, while the center of that side and the reverse remain pale silver-gray. Though it has only the second-lowest mintage among Barber quarters (the 1913-S is the lowest), the 1901-S circulated far more heavily than its later counterpart, and both Mint State and high-end circulated pieces such as this Choice AU coin are condition rarities. PCGS has certified 29 finer representatives (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2367

1901-S 25C MS63 PCGS. Official records indicate only 72,664 Barber quarters were coined at the San Francisco Mint in 1901. This is a remarkable circumstance, as only two issues in the entire Barber quarter series have five-figure mintages. In The Complete Guide to Barber Quarters, David Lawrence remarks about this date, "This is not only the key to the set, but also the king of all regular issue 20th century coins." Few examples were saved at the time of issue, and most examples seen are in lower circulated grades. Mint State specimens are decidedly rare. Walter Breen tells of three numismatists, Wayte Raymond, A.C. Gies, and William Pukall, who saved rolls of all Barber coins in the 1930s. Only one or two rolls of 1901-S quarters could be located by these gentlemen, and most Uncirculated examples known to collectors today come from this source.
An early auction appearance of this issue was in the Neil Collection (B. Max Mehl, 6/1947), lot 1103. Mehl related, "The rarity of this coin was just recognized in the past few years. Up to that time it was selling at from $5.00 to $7.50. But in my Sale of the great Dunham Collection in 1941 I called attention to the rarity of this coin which was then cataloged at $35.00. It brought in the Dunham Sale $105.00." The lot in the Neil catalog realized $155.00.
The present coin displays attractive shades of emerald and rose toning on the obverse. The reverse is lighter in color, with highlights of lilac, russet, and gold. Much original mint luster remains, especially on the devices. A scattering of minor handling marks defines the grade. Population: 8 in 63, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2368

1901-S 25C MS66 ★ NGC. The 1901-S, with a paltry mintage of only 72,664 pieces, is the king of the Barber quarter series and of all the Barber denominations. Although the 1913-S has a lower mintage, most of the 1901-S issue slipped into circulation before there was widespread interest in collecting mintmarks, which did not generally begin until 1909. Thus the 1901-S, even in a well-worn grade such as AG, Good, or VG, is still a significant find. Mint State 1901-S quarters are notable rarities. So far as is known, none were saved in roll or bag quantities. At the Gem level this date is particularly desirable, standing as it does at the top of the Barber quarter series, offering a combination of low mintage, rarity in all grades, numismatic fame, and in the case of the present piece, a delightful combination of high grade and excellent aesthetic appeal.
This is a simply extraordinary coin, irrespective of date. The surfaces are intensely lustrous, with a richly frosted texture. Each side presents a fully brilliant finish, with no hint of patina. The surfaces are sharply struck throughout. The hair details are sharp and separated, the centrils of the stars are fully defined, and only the slightest weakness on the upper right portion of the shield on the eagle is detected on close examination. A microscopic die crack connects the tip of the bust truncation through star 13, past the outer edge of star 12, and terminates at star 11. Also, as an additional identifier, two almost invisible milling marks are seen vertically on Liberty's lower neck. NGC and PCGS combined report only five coins in MS66, with a mere six specimens finer (3/09), some likely resubmissions. Regardless of grade, this specimen is the only 1901-S quarter that has received NGC's coveted Star designation.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2369

1913-S 25C MS66 PCGS. With a mintage of just 40,000 pieces, the 1913-S takes its rightful place among the top three Barber quarter issues. Paradoxically, even though the 1913-S has a smaller mintage than its rivals, the 1896-S and 1901-S, the latter two dates are less available and more costly in Select and better grades; by 1913, collectors had begun to save recent business strike coins in small quantities, leading to the 1913-S quarter's greater availability today.
In the March 28, 2000 edition of Numismatic News, Paul M. Green described the issue as one of the "blue chips" of American coinage, extending the analogy at the end of his "Item of the Week" column: "Students of the 1913-S have come to appreciate it in whatever grade it comes. ... The 1913-S may not be hot, but it is steady and likely to be more expensive in a few years ... it is among the bluest of the blue numismatic chips."
Of course, if well-worn examples are prized, so are Mint State pieces, only even more so. The present Premium Gem is fantastically lustrous and minimally toned aside from a few glimpses of peripheral gold. Both sides are well-defined with only slight softness on a few of the obverse stars and the eagle's claws. A wavy die crack descends from Liberty's ear, a common feature to one of the obverse dies for the year. Excellent eye appeal with a few small reed marks on Liberty's cap as the only barriers to an even finer designation. Population: 10 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2370

1913-S 25C MS68 PCGS. The 1913-S quarter is regarded as one of the big three in the Barber quarter series, along with the 1896-S and 1901-S issues. In Mint State grades there are other more elusive dates, and the 1913-S ranks in a tie for 19th place according to the PCGS population data. According to the population data, the 1898-S quarter is the rarest date (i.e. lowest population) in Mint State grades. However, everything may not be as it seems, for resubmissions play a role, and the more expensive issues tend to have higher resubmission totals. Several issues ranked higher than the 1913-S are valued substantially lower, and for that reason will have lower resubmission numbers, skewing the data.
At the MS68 grade, the 1913-S is an elite issue and a condition rarity. As of March 2009, PCGS has only certified nine MS68 Barber quarters, including this example. The others are 1892 (2), 1899-S, 1900-O, 1905, 1907-S, 1908-S, 1912-S. With a mintage of only 40,000 coins, the 1913-S quarter has the lowest mintage of all regular issue 20th century U.S. silver issues. There are records of two sets of dies for the production of those 40,000 coins.
We previously offered this incredible quarter in our January 2005 FUN auction, and to the best of our knowledge it had never been offered prior to that time. It is finer than the amazing MS67 Eliasberg coin that, in 1997, was called "one of the finest survivors." Over the past decade, only a handful of other MS67 coins have been offered, including coins that we sold in our August 1999 ANA Sale, our January 2008 FUN Sale, one that the Goldbergs sold in September 1999, a coin that Superior offered in February 1999, and one that they handled in August 2002. The Condition Census of 1913-S quarters begins with the present piece and continues through six or fewer MS67 examples among the seven submissions that NGC and PCGS have graded.
At least one of the obverse dies developed breaks, this one being a particularly late state with a noticeable crack that begins at the rim, through the 3 of the date, and up to the tip of Liberty's bust. Also, a small vertical crack is seen below Liberty's ear. This coin is lightly toned with a subtle, thin layer of silver-blue color accented with pastel-peach tones as it is rotated under a light. The luster is absolutely full, with a bright satiny sheen, and there are no mentionable distractions as one would expect of the assigned grade. A shimmering, nearly perfect example of this prized 20th century rarity, and the single finest piece that PCGS has certified (3/09).
Ex: Heritage (1/2005), lot 4165.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

Proof Barber Quarters

2371

1896 25C PR68 Deep Cameo PCGS. According to the PCGS/NGC population figures, a fairly large number of the 762-piece mintage of 1896 proof quarters have survived to the present day. The two services have graded approximately 560 examples, of which about 110 are Cameos and 50 Deep/Ultra Cameos.
Deeply mirrored, essentially untoned fields establish profound contrast with the frosty, light gray devices. A powerful strike imparts bold definition to the design features, which serves to enhance even further the cameo contrast. No mentionable flaws are visible on either side. Population: 3 in 68 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2372

1898 25C PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. This is a remarkable, breathtaking Superb Ultra Cameo Proof with amazing contrast. The devices on both sides are fully defined. The surfaces are fully brilliant with snow white color and no toning. The fields are deeply reflective, and these mirrors serve to present the lustrous devices to their full advantage. This amazing Proof represents nearly unimprovable quality. Census: 17 in 68 Ultra Cameo, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection(Registry values: N4719)

2373

1898 25C PR68 Deep Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. When it comes to contrast, perhaps no other late 19th century silver proof issues have greater consistency in this regard than those struck in 1898. The Superb Gem specimen offered here illustrates this point, with full brilliance on each side and displaying a predictably dramatic, deep cameo contrast throughout. The strike is uncontestable, with no areas of weakness or flaws. After close examination with magnification, this cataloger wonders why this coin did not grade even higher. There are no marks, scratches, hairlines, spots, or flaws of any kind that can serve as future identifiers on this incredible specimen. This one is worth a close examination by the true connoisseur of Barber coinage. Population: 5 in 68 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Standing Liberty Quarters

2374

1916 25C MS67 NGC. An amazing survivor of one of the 20th century's rarest and most popular American type coins. Only eight MS67 examples are documented at both services combined--four each at NGC and PCGS--with none grading finer as of (3/09). Interestingly, the current offering is the only MS67 specimen not designated as Full Head. The intense luster, nearly flawless surfaces, and breathtaking eye appeal have earned this piece a Superb Gem Uncirculated grade. The strike is decent and would best be described as average, since the hairline is not completely defined against Liberty's face and the rivets of the shield are incomplete.
The 1916 Standing Liberty quarter has been studied and written about nearly since its creation, but recent research provides us with more insight than ever before. Roger W. Burdette, for example, painstakingly delineates the development of this popular issue in his wonderful 2005 treatise titled Renaissance of American Coinage 1916-1921. In his reference, Burdette provides a clue why the mintage of 1916 quarters was so limited, citing a little-known fact that D- and S-mint dies had actually been prepared, but were never used. He writes:

"Although quarter dies had been prepared for Denver and San Francisco on November 16 von Engelken ordered them held in Philadelphia pending a conference with Superintendent Joyce. There was no time to produce quarters at Denver or San Francisco as originally planned, so a token number--52,000 according to the mint report--were coined in Philadelphia sometime on December 16, 1916. These coins had no commercial importance but were produced to ensure that the twenty-five year design replacement 'requirement' was technically met."

The certified population of 1916 Standing Liberty quarters has changed little at the MS67 level over the past few years, although we have observed known examples migrating between NGC and PCGS holders. Any addition at this lofty grade is obviously possible, but after 23 years of third-party grading the occasion would be a rare event indeed. We hereby proudly offer one of the finest known 1916 Standing Liberty quarters--a coin that blends absolute rarity with unparalleled eye appeal.(Registry values: N7079)

2375

1918/7-S 25C MS64 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-008.5. Standing Liberty quarter enthusiast J. H. Cline believes the 1918/7-S quarter is the rarest and most valuable issue of the series. Current Guide Book prices bear this out, as the 1918/7-S easily outdistances its closest competitor, the 1916, in all Mint State grades. The overdate is the result of a hubbing error, as are most 20th century overdates.
The coin offered here is an appealing example of this rare date. The strike is above average for the issue, with some weakness noted on the head and shield, as nearly always seen. Rich, satiny mint luster and minimal handling marks enhance the considerable eye appeal. Population: 17 in 64, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2376

1918/7-S 25C MS65 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-008.5. The 1918/7-S Standing Liberty quarter is one of the most sought-after coinage issues of the 20th century. The issue joins the 1916 Type One and the 1927-S quarters as the acknowledged keys to the popular Standing Liberty series. The overdate was not noticed until an example appeared in Barney Bluestone's auction of December 4, 1937. Since the issue circulated for almost two decades before being discovered, few pieces were saved by collectors, and the date is rare in Mint State grades today. Standing Liberty quarter specialist J.H. Cline believes the 1918/7-S is the rarest date in the series.
From an unknown, but definitely small mintage, there is much disagreement among numismatists about the circumstances involved in producing this famous overdate. In his Complete Encyclopedia Walter Breen explained the prevailing theory that the overdate resulted from an accidental hubbing error:

"During autumn 1917, immense wartime coinage quotas had to be filled in haste. The Engraving Department was simultaneously making dies for 1917 'Type II' and 1918; in particular, 1918-dated dies for the branch mints had to be ready well before the year's end, so that the Denver and San Francisco facilities could proceed at once with coinage of this denomination. One working die received a blow from a 1917 hub, routinely went to the annealing furnaces to be prepared for subsequent blows, but through error returned to the wrong press and received its other blow from a 1918 hub."

The present coin is a stunning representative of this popular issue. While this specimen lacks the detail of the coveted Full Head designation, the strike is still much better than average for the issue. Much detail is evident on the head, shield, and thigh, areas that are usually weak. The surfaces are essentially untoned, and mint luster is vibrant. Overall eye appeal is excellent. Population: 3 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2377

1920-S 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. The 1920-S quarter, coming from a mintage of 6.380 million pieces, is typically weakly struck. One would thus expect to see few designated as Full Head. Indeed, Standing Liberty specialist J.H. Cline (2007) contends that only two percent or less of the issue will be so designated.
The current Gem offering is one of those two percent. Not only is Liberty's head full, but the vertical stripes of the inner shield and the chain mail are bold. All of the rivets show, though a couple near the hip are soft. Essentially untoned surfaces radiate pleasing luster and are minimally abraded. Census: 8 in 65 Full Head, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2378

1927-S 25C MS67 PCGS. Despite having the second-lowest mintage for the series at 396,000 pieces, the 1927-S quarter commands only a modest premium in most circulated grades. At XF and higher levels, however, the 1927-S establishes itself as conditionally elusive, and Mint State survivors are particularly prized. This Superb Gem is a coin of outstanding beauty, with impressively lustrous surfaces that are light silver-gray in the centers and reddish-orange at the margins. Each side is carefully preserved. The only concern is the strike, soft as usual at Liberty's head and shield, though the overall eye appeal is redeeming. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

Early Half Dollars

2380

1794 50C VF20 NGC. O-101, R.3. A point of star 1 pierces the lowest hair curl near its center, while a point of star 2 is close to curl 2, providing easy obverse attribution. On the reverse a die crack connects the border to the wreath between the D and S. The light gray patination on this attractive Very Fine type coin shows hints of violet and gold. The design elements are well centered and exhibit relatively strong definition for the grade. The only blemishes worthy of mention are a couple of light rim marks on the lower right obverse. There are no adjustment marks on either side. A wonderful example of the popular two-year Flowing Hair type.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2381

1794 50C --Obverse Graffiti--NCS. VF Details. Ex: Meyer Collection, though this is not noted on the holder. O-105, R.5. Star 2 touches the lowest hair curl, with star 1 well below--the only 1794 obverse with this characteristic. A point of star 15 ends to the right of the bust truncation. On the reverse a leaf is attached to the left base of the I in AMERICA. This is a rare 1794 variety, although even the commonest variants for the year, O-101 and O-102, are considered very scarce or R.4. This piece shows some light engraving in the obverse right field that reads either JONES or JAMES. The fields are overbright from cleaning, and a few apparent adjustment marks appear at the lower obverse rim near the date. Despite the problems, in terms of detail this piece remains a highly collectible example of the first-year half dollar coinage.(Registry values: N4719)

2382

1795 50C 2 Leaves AU50 PCGS. O-122, R.5. Thirty-two different die marriages of Flowing Hair half dollars were produced in 1795. The present coin is an example of the prized O-122 variety, a pleasing example with Condition Census potential. Star 15 touches the bust on the obverse, and the reverse berries are distributed nine left, eight right. The smooth pearl-gray surfaces display a slight degree of forest-green and cobalt-blue patina near the lower left obverse border. A die crack extends from 3 o'clock to 5:30 on the reverse rim, passing through M, the eagle's wingtip, several leaves, and the second A of AMERICA. Even wear appears on both sides, with a few wispy marks and hairlines of little consequence.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2383

1795 50C 2 Leaves AU58 ★ NGC. O-119, R.4. The obverse is identified by a prominent die lump near the inside point of star 15 at the bust tip. The reverse has a sharply recut I in UNITED. Although the O-119 half dollar is one of the common varieties, it is elusive in high grade. The present near-Mint piece easily ranks in the Condition Census, probably in fifth or sixth place. This wonderful piece has light gray centers with concentric iridescent toning, often called "album" toning. When silver coins were stored in albums that had sulphur in the pages, the reaction would cause a slow progression of toning that migrated from the edge toward the center, forming rings of different colors. Such toning is highly desirable and a strong indication that the coin is original. The NGC Star designation merely reconfirms the appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

2384

1795 50C 2 Leaves MS61 NGC. O-130, R.5. The O-130 is easily distinguished by the 7-10 berry arrangement on the reverse, the only such for the year. The O and C are recut, and a small die crack runs through S OF AMER. On the obverse the point of star 1 pierces through the lowest curl, which forms an "open hook with a blunt end" (Overton, fourth edition). The point of star 2 is near the next-to-lowest curl, and the point of the bust is centered between two points of star 15 and close to it.
The recorded mintage of 299,680 half dollars was accomplished using 19 obverse and 22 reverse dies, mated in a total of 32 separate die pairings (or possibly 31; the existence of O-118 is unconfirmed). The O-130 is of middling rarity in the grand scheme of 1795 half dollars, as most die pairings are R.4 or higher, with only a couple of R.3s to prevent collectors from despairing of obtaining a nice piece of any variety. As a condition rarity, this piece is, of course, High R.7 or "extremely rare" when one presents both the variety rarity and grade in one expression.
The Condition Census as presented in the third edition of Overton was woefully inadequate, listed as (40, 30, 25, 25, 20). The fourth edition (2005) could have seen a lot more updating, listing coins in (50, 40, 30, 25, 25) for the Census--despite our offering of an MS63 NGC coin in June 2001 (Long Beach Signature Auction #263, lot 8344); the Akers-Stack's offerings (1998-2002) of the Pittman-Hain (same) coin, graded MS62 raw and now in an AU58 PCGS slab; the 1999 Stack's Dombrowski-Orwen MS60 piece, ex: Bareford. The current Condition Census thus appears to be (63, 62, 62, 61, 60), with this piece occupying fourth place in the Census.
This is a deeply toned example that shows varying shades of rose, lilac, and gray patina on each side. Satiny mint luster is seen under the multiple layers of toning. The obverse is sharply defined, while the reverse is softly detailed on the eagle's breast. The strike shows some localized weakness also, with uneven definition at the bottom of the obverse and top of the reverse, which we interpret as a misaligned pair of dies. Magnification reveals several small abrasions but none are immediately apparent to the unaided eye, thus we will not mention any individually.(Registry values: N7079)

2385

1795 50C 2 Leaves MS63 NGC. O-104, R.4. This die marriage is rather common, but seldom seen as fine as the present piece. It is the finest example graded, even finer than the Stack's October 1997 coin that they called a candidate for finest known. Despite its adjustment marks, the present piece may be the real finest known example. Following these two Mint State coins are three pieces that are certified AU58. There will probably never be a better opportunity to acquire such a remarkable example of the O-104 die combination.
This impressive half dollar has a bold strike with exceptional detail, even at the center of the obverse and reverse. The borders are complete and even around the entire circumference. In Auction '90, the Stack's cataloger suggested that this Select Mint State piece has a "majestic appearance" and that it should be called "medallic." The obverse is deeply toned, with pleasing blue-gray surfaces accented by gold and iridescent overtones. The reverse is essentially brilliant with light champagne color and a few splashes of iridescence. Light obverse adjustment marks are limited primarily to the portrait and among the hair strands. These are faint, and of course they are also part of the minting process and have no affect on the grade. Census: 11 in 63, 10 finer (3/09), for all 1795 varieties.
Ex: Auction '90 (Stack's, 8/1990), lot 193; Stack's (1/2004), lot 3306; Stacks and ANR (6/2004), lot 4338; Bowers and Merena (1/2005), lot 523.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2386

1795 50C 2 Leaves MS64 NGC. O-113a, R.3. E over A in STATES. The obverse die is immediately recognized by the heavy die chip between the 5 and final star, and the blundered reverse die is quickly recognized by the engraving error with the A in STATES punched over the E. Who knows what the engraver may have been thinking when he produced this die. Perhaps he thought he was already up to the second T in STATES, and grabbed the E punch by mistake. Most likely, it was a simple mistake that he punched an E instead of an A. The TE letter sequence appears twice on the reverse, perhaps helping to explain the engraving error.
Remember that the engraver had to work in reverse, on an extremely small surface, with hand tools rather than the various hubs that are used today. Most likely he punched the final S at the top of the die first, then added he adjacent letters, one at a time, until he had completed the legend. This challenging work procedure resulted in a few other, similar blunders, including the 1806 STATES over STATAS half dollar, the 1814 A over E half dollars, the STATES over STATED half dollar, and the similar S over D half eagle.
The obverse is cracked through the tops of LIBERTY. Actually, there are three different die cracks: (1) through the tops of LIB, (2) through the tops of ER, and (3), through the tops of TY. Cracks 2 and 3 join between R and T. A heavy die chip is positioned between the 5 and star 15, below the bust tip, with additional cracks or die flaws through the last four stars on the right. Light clash marks are evident in the obverse fields. The reverse has light die rust and faint clash marks, and the appearance of a fine die crack trapped between the eagle's rock and the branch below. Hidden in the details, the reverse crack is extremely difficult to see.
This is the Eliasberg specimen, considered the finest known 1795 O-113 half dollar, of either the early or late die state. Only two or three Mint State examples are known. An example sold in the Fivaz Collection sale in 2002 may be the second finest known. Faint champagne toning over brilliant and frosty silver surfaces. Peripheral obverse and reverse rim disturbances are from the edge lettering process and are strictly as made. Considerable central obverse and reverse weakness is evident, with stronger peripheral details. In the Eliasberg catalog, this writer wrote: "Brilliant and highly lustrous with just a whisper of delicate golden toning. An extremely pleasing coin from a visual aspect. This coin could not have appeared much different during the era in which it was struck!" Today, a dozen years after the Eliasberg catalog was written, the coin remains virtually unchanged, and still looks little different from its appearance over 200 years ago.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2387

1795 50C Small Head AU55 NGC. O-126a, R.4. The head and bust are noticeably smaller and narrower than the normal type. On this later die state, a small die crack shows from the edge through the E in UNITED. Each side exhibits a smooth, medium gray finish and light, even wear. There are no adjustment marks, and only one small gouge is seen on close examination under the eagle's left (facing) wing, this being mentioned for future identification purposes. Since we have been keeping records of our auction listings (15 years), this is the finest O-126 we have offered.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2388

1796 50C 15 Stars VF30 NGC. O-101, R.5. The Draped Bust Small Eagle half dollar, bearing the dates 1796 or 1797, is one of the keys to a collection of U.S. type coinage. It is, however, not the rarest type coin; that distinction goes to the one-year-type 1796 No Stars and 1808 quarter eagles, and the Gobrecht dollar, all having lower mintages and presumably lower survival rates than the 1796-1797 half. The latter can claim, on the other hand, to be grade for grade the costliest of all U.S. type coins. This is a function of demand, as more numismatists seek to put together a silver-minor coinage type set than one containing gold.
The 1796 15 Stars VF30 half dollar in this lot displays soft golden-gray patination accented with whispers of deeper bluish-gray. The design elements are nicely centered on the planchet and exhibit excellent detail. The dentilation is strong on both sides, and the surfaces are remarkably clean for a coin having seen moderate circulation. Indeed, we are hard pressed to locate pedigree markers. A minute field mark just above the tie ribbon will aid in this purpose, as will a light toning streak in the middle of Liberty's portrait. The diagnostic crack visible on most 1796 15 Stars specimens extends from the obverse rim at 5:00 through the bust-drapery to stars 15, 14, and 13 to the rim at 3:00.
This is an extremely pleasing, original example of this piece of Americana, and as such is sure to elicit spirited bidding. It is not often that circulated, problem-free Small Eagle halves appear at auction. The advanced type or date/variety collector will not want to miss out on this infrequent opportunity.
Ex: Premium Numismatics, Inc. Fixed Price List, April 2004; American Numismatic Rarities Numismatic Sun Fixed Price List, Spring/Summer 2004.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2389

1797 50C VG10 NGC. O-102, Low R.6. The breakup of the reverse die used in the 1797 Overton-101 variety resulted in the employment of a new reverse die. It differs from the old reverse in that the peripheral lettering is slightly offset in relation to the wreath. An obverse die crack develops from the milling through star 2 to Liberty's hair curl. A Bust Half Nut Club rarity rating published in the July 2005 issue of the John Reich Journal elevates this variety from an R.5 to Low R.6. This is consistent with the findings published by this cataloger in the February 2005 issue of that journal. It is currently believed that only about 30 examples of the 1797 O-102 variety are known, nearly all in lower grades.
The present coin displays pleasing light gray toning and surfaces that are remarkably clean for the grade. The Liberty and eagle motifs are fully outlined and contain a modicum of internal detail. All of the other design elements are clear, except for the bottom of the 2 in the fraction, and are nicely centered on the planchet. A small squiggly scrape in the lower right reverse field near the rim identifies the coin.
The connoisseur of Bust halves does not want to miss out on this lovely lower- to middle-grade piece of Americana. Such an "affordable" specimen that is devoid of mentionable problems may not appear on the market again for some time.
Ex: Julian Leidman (5/1987); Jules Reiver (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 22515.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2390

1797 50C --Obverse Graffiti--NCS. XF Details. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. O-101, R.5. The total production of 1797 half dollars was accomplished with a single obverse die and two reverse dies. The reverse die of the 1797 O-101 variety is a carry-over from the 1796 production. The fine die crack on the 1796 16 stars variety from the milling through the O in OF to the tip of the palm leaf below F now extends to the tip of the middle leaf adjacent to the wing on the 1797 O-101. This reverse then develops myriad cracks, giving rise to the 1797 O-101a variety. Far fewer 1797 O-101 pieces than 1797 O-101a coins were apparently struck, as the former appears at auction much less frequently.
The present XF Details coin displays a mix of light gray, mauve, and rose-gold patination. The design elements exhibit relatively strong definition and are well centered on the planchet. Most of the dentilation is strong, except along the right obverse border. Faint adjustment marks appear along the upper right obverse margin. Short, toned-over pinscratches in the left obverse field account for the NCS disclaimer. We hasten to mention that they should not intimidate prospective bidders, as they are not all that bad.
Despite the minor impairment, the rarity of 1796-1797 half dollars is sure to draw serious bidder interest in this piece. Many coins of this design type possess problems of one sort or another, some of which are far more serious than those encountered on the present specimen.
Ex: Paramount (3/1969), lot 2638; The Jules Reiver Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 22514.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2391

1801 50C MS63 PCGS. O-101, R.3. The combination of a Draped Bust obverse and Small Eagle reverse appeared on the half dollars of 1796 and 1797. Four years later, the Mint again struck examples of the denomination, this time with the new Heraldic Eagle design that was patterned after the Great Seal of the United States. The mintage was a mere 30,289 coins in 1801, from a single obverse die and two reverse dies. Survivors are mostly in lower grades. The average certified grade is in the VF range.
Until the present coin made its appearance, we had never offered a true Mint State 1801 half dollar, with the exception of an Uncirculated piece hosting a number of obverse scratches. But this one is an amazing problem free example with satiny luster beneath mottled steel and champagne toning over light gray surfaces. Both sides have faint clash marks, and the reverse has lumps and scattered rust pits as always seen on this variety. The top four coins currently known are the present piece that is the finest known to us, the Eliasberg specimen that NGC grades MS62, an example that appeared in Stack's sale of May 2006 that they graded Choice Uncirculated and blatantly retoned, and the Queller specimen, mentioned above with obverse scratches. The Census drops sharply from there, with only a couple AU coins, before reaching the XF level where this date becomes more plentiful.
Ex: Stack's (6/1980), lot 304; Robison Collection (Stack's, 12/1982), lot 822; Hayes Collection (Stack's, 10/1985), lot 51; Bowers and Merena (1/2005), lot 525.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2392

1805/4 50C AU58 NGC. O-102, R.3. This variety is attributed by a die crack through the second star to the curls, four reverse berries with long stems on the center ones, and no stems on the upper and lower ones, and 12 arrows with the second arrow point below the left stand of N.
The underdigit 4 is obvious on this high-end AU specimen. Silvery surfaces display whispers of tan-gold patination in a few border areas, and have retained a generous amount of mint luster. Sharp definition is noted on most of the design features, including boldness in the letters of the reverse motto. A few minute marks are not out of context with the grade designation. Census: 3 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2393

1806/5 50C MS64 NGC. O-103a, R.3. Each side of this Choice Mint State piece has a bold radial die crack. On the obverse, the crack begins at the border to the lower two points of star 1 and into the hair curls. The reverse crack from the border passes between S and T in STATES to cloud 2 and stars 7 and 12. Carefully rotating the coin from obverse to reverse and back again shows that the two die cracks are almost exactly parallel, and nearly perfectly aligned.
This lovely example appears to be the single finest 1806/5 half dollar of any variety. Original dove-gray, sky-blue, and olive colors endow this satiny and surprisingly unabraded near-Gem. Well struck for the type, all of the stars above the eagle are clear and the clouds below OF are prominent. A few of the left side stars display sharp centers. This is one of the most significant individual half dollars in the present sale. Census: 1 in 64, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2394

1806 50C 6 Over Inverted 6 AU58 PCGS. O-112, R.4. A scarce and important Draped Bust half. Obverse 7 is seen here with a die crack in the right field that extends to the neck of Liberty. On the reverse, the right base of the F in OF is missing, and the eagle's beak is joined to a star point. According to Stephen Herrman's spring 2009 census of scarce and rare early halves, the finest coin that has been sold of this variety was this same AU58 coin that we offered two years ago. An AU50 example and an XF45 follow this piece. There are numerous coins available in the Fine-Very Fine grade range, but the numbers thin out quickly above that. This is undoubtedly a Condition Census example of this popular Guide Book variety. The surfaces are bright with a dusky overlay of gray, especially on the highpoints, and deep rose and blue toning around the margins.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2395

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem XF45 PCGS. Ex: Meyer Collection. O-110, R.6. The Overton plate coin. This very rare variety is distinguished by a prominent die crack on the obverse, which extends from 3 o'clock on the obverse rim, passes between stars 10 and 11, and continues into the portrait. In Overton, one can see an image of this example, with the deep slate toning dot in the middle of the first T in STATES plain both in the picture and on the coin. Coloration is steel-gray and reddish-gold elsewhere. Pleasantly lustrous and minimally abraded with only modest wear, a great opportunity for the Bust half nut.

2396

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem MS63 PCGS. O-116, R.3. Several high grade examples of the O-116 die combination exist, including this piece that probably ranks as fourth or fifth finest known, and highly desirable. This piece is from the famous collection of Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr., one of many Eliasberg half dollars that we are delighted to present today, a full dozen years later.
This nicely centered specimen has attractive gray-brown and iridescent toning with blue, gold, and russet. Slight weakness is evident among the hair curls behind the head and on the wing feathers just left of the shield. The Eliasberg cataloger mentioned three old reverse scratches that are hidden in the devices and blended with the toning. For all practical purposes they are invisible and also consistent with the grade, and we only mention them because that is what the Eliasberg cataloger did. Population: 14 in 63, 17 finer (3/09), for all 1806 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2397

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem MS63 Prooflike NGC. O-118, R.4. In Walter Breen's Proof Encyclopedia for 1806, he states succinctly: "Half Dollar. Reed Hawn: 20 at $2,300 may qualify." In the Stack's August 1973 catalog of the Reed Hawn Collection, lot 20 is described as a "Brilliant Gem Proof. Undoubtedly struck for presentation purposes."
Both sides of this incredible, boldly defined piece have deep steel, cobalt-blue, and iridescent toning over spectacular mirrored surfaces, the fields entirely prooflike. Two or three finest examples of this die combination are known, although we are unaware of any other prooflike pieces.
Whether you call this piece prooflike, as NGC does and we do, or proof as Stack's does, it is a sensational beauty, one of the most important 1806 half dollars currently on the market.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2398

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem MS64 NGC. O-121, R.4. This is the Pointed 6, Stem Through Claw subtype as listed in the Guide Book. The piece, however, is misattributed by NGC as O-110, but there is no sign of the bold die crack from between stars 10 and 11 to Liberty's mouth. On the contrary, the prominent die cracks through the lower left-side stars that wend their way upward to a wave of hair atop Liberty's head point to the O-121. A smaller die crack runs from the inside of the lowest hair curl upward onto Liberty's neck. On the reverse, all five berries have stems, and AM meet at their bases and ME nearly touch. The eagle bites down on a star point. This splendid coin has original skin, with steel-blue rim toning and pinkish-gold centers. A bold (for the issue) and beautiful near-Gem. For the Pointed 6, Stem subtype, Population: 7 in 64, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2399

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem MS65 ★ NGC. O-116, R.3. The obverse has TY of LIBERTY widely recut and the reverse has a stemless berry below the final A. All examples of the O-116 variety have heavy obverse die cracks through the date, stars on the left, and most of LIBERTY. The obverse cracks developed during the O-115 die combination and continued to the present variety, with a new reverse. The reverse of this piece and nearly all others have peripheral cracks through the legend.
A few of the hair curls at the center of the obverse are imperfectly defined, as are a few feathers in the left (facing) wing, but all remaining design elements on both sides are intricately detailed. The impression was nicely centered when the planchet was squeezed between the two dies, and all of the obverse and reverse border details are present. Both sides display incredible mint frost with vibrant cartwheel luster. The surfaces have amazing old-time toning, with light silver luster at the centers, gradually changing to light gold, russet, and pale blue near the borders on each side. A small line of darker toning extends through the U of UNITED and the arrows to the left edge of the shield, and was probably present on the planchet before the coin was struck.
This is only the fourth auction appearance of a Gem 1806 half dollar in our sales dating back to 1993. The others are an O-118a that appeared in our March 1998 and August 1998 sales, and an O-109 in our October 2008 sale. It is one of the three best 1806 half dollars that NGC has certified. Their current (3/09) Census Report lists six 1806 half dollars in MS65 and two in MS66, but the present piece is the only one of those eight coins to receive the NGC Star designation. In fact, it is the only Gem or finer example of the entire design type to receive the Star designation.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

Bust Half Dollars

2400

1807 50C Large Stars, 50 Over 20 MS63 NGC. O-112, R.1. This popular Guide Book variety features an engraving blunder. The absent-minded Mint worker began to enter the denomination as 25 C before recognizing the mistake. The MS63 example offered here has lustrous surfaces with blushes of light golden-brown toning at the borders. The design elements are nicely impressed, with slight softness noted on the eagle's head and on the curl above the drapery clasp. The dentilation is complete on each side. Void of mentionable marks, and both attractive and desirable. Census: 4 in 63, 10 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 12/2004), lot 6046, which realized $10,925.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2401

1807 50C Large Stars, 50 Over 20 MS65 NGC. O-112, R.1. The engraver blundered and punched a 2 in place of the 5 at the bottom of the reverse, and then corrected the error, creating the variety that is now a popular Guide Book type. This example has lovely medium gold surfaces that are framed by bright cobalt-blue along the obverse and reverse borders. A few light clash marks are visible on each side but no other die defects are evident. This wonderful Gem is easily within the Condition Census for the 50 over 20 variety. Stephen Herrman lists a single MS66, and three MS65 appearances that represent just two coins. This piece is tied with the other MS65 coins for second finest known.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2402

1808 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg-Kaufman. O-107, R.2. The obverse has a crack from star 5 across the head to stars 8 and 9 as described for O-107a but the other obverse and reverse die cracks of O-107a are not present on this piece. It is an intermediate die state between O-107 and O-107a. Both sides of this pristine Premium Gem have amazing mint frost with attractive golden-brown surfaces and splashes of iridescence. The appearance is typical of the silver coins from the Eliasberg Collection, nearly all with a nicely matched and distinctive appearance. Census: 7 in 66, 2 finer (3/09), for all 1808 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2403

1808 50C MS67 PCGS. O-105, R.3. This is the second year of production for John Reich's Capped Bust design and the second and final year of use for the first Capped Bust half dollar master die. Dr. Glenn Peterson talked about these coins in the introduction to the year 1808 in his half dollar attribution guide: "At the Mint, the first master die for half dollars is used for the second, and last, year -- a tall, handsome design of Miss Liberty often softly struck in the center due to Mint machinery lacking sufficient force to bring up all the details on this design. No half dimes, dimes, or quarters were produced this year. John Reich introduced the Classic Head type to large cents and the Capped Bust design to quarter eagles."
This half dollar is unusually sharply struck. Each of the 13 stars on the obverse shows its individual detail as does the drapery clasp on Liberty's shoulder. All of the hair curls are well defined, even including the usually weak hair to the right of her neck. The rich golden-rose toning on the obverse has speckles of ivory shining through, with fully complete and frosty luster beneath. The reverse is likewise sharply struck. Only the slightest weakness is noted on the very top edge of the left-hand wing. The individual feathers of the left wing, and especially those just to the left of the shield border, are completely detailed. Both the horizontal and vertical lines of the shield are also sharply defined. The reverse coloration is nearly the same as the obverse. This is a gorgeous and Superb Gem 1808 half dollar that will please the connoisseur. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 7371.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2404

1808/7 50C MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-101, R.1. Both sides of this piece have heavy peripheral die cracks, as usual. The surfaces have delightful ivory-brown toning with splashes of champagne, orange, and light blue, according to the Eliasberg description, still viable today. The coin remains unchanged since its offering a dozen years ago. The strike is bold with only slight weakness on the eagle's head and top edges of the wings, yet it is much sharper than usual for the variety. Tiny imperfections on each side of this lovely piece are typical of coins at the MS64 grade level. This is a remarkable, highly appealing, and fully original example. Census: 5 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2405

1808/7 50C MS65 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-101, R.1. Peripheral die cracks on both sides are usual for this die combination. Parsley states that the die cracks are "usually visible." The 1808 overdate half dollar is a common variety that is virtually impossible to locate in Choice or Gem grades. In fact, there are no Gem quality pieces listed in Herrman's guide. NGC and PCGS each report two MS65 pieces with none finer, although those submissions almost certainly represent fewer actual coins. This piece is boldly details and has frosty silver luster with gold, russet, and light blue peripheral toning.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2406

1809 50C Normal Edge MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-106, R.3. This piece is remarkable for its nearly perfect technical quality, and it is even more distinctive for its amazing aesthetic appeal. A few hair curls and feathers have slight weakness, but the overall design sharpness is much finer than usual for the variety or for the date. The surfaces have soft, frosty luster beneath an amazing display of medium gold and ivory at the centers, surrounded by intense cobalt-blue, sea-green, and violet toning closer to the borders.
In the spring 2009 revision of Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars, Stephen Herrman calls the Eliasberg specimen the finest known of the variety. However, the Eliasberg coin was only graded MS65 by NGC, and the present specimen is certified as MS66 by the same service. We consider this example to be the finest known 1809 O-106 half dollar. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09), for all 1809 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2407

1810 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-108, R.3. Although the fourth edition of the Overton reference lists four MS60 coins, nothing finer is recorded in that book. Further, the Eliasberg specimen, believed to be the finest known, is the only Mint State piece that is recorded in Herrman's auction record, although the Byers coin is called MS60 with minor hairlines.
This piece is sharply defined with bold details, including complete border dentils on both sides, apparently unusual for the variety. The surfaces are light ivory with tinges of gold and iridescent toning. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09) for all 1810 varieties.
Ex: George H. Earle (Henry Chapman, 6/1912); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1712.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2408

1811/10 50C MS65 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-101, R.1. Although several Mint State examples of this die marriage are recorded, the Eliasberg/Kaufman specimen is believed to be the second finest known. Nothing finer than MS64 is recorded in Herrman's work. This example is the only Gem MS65 piece certified at NGC with none finer. PCGS has certified just one higher grade piece at the MS66 level, but none as MS65 (3/09).
The surfaces are fully frosty and lustrous beneath light brown patina with faint iridescent highlights. It is a sharply defined example with pristine, mark free surfaces. This piece will be in demand from variety specialists as well as date and type collectors.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1713.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2409

1811 50C Small 8 MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-107, R.4. This scarce variety is a borderline rarity, and the present example is far the finest known. Herrman lists a few Mint State coins, including a single MS64 that is the finest offered in recent years, and that was nearly a decade ago. The present MS66 is a full two points finer. The obverse has a sharply doubled top to the final 1 in the date, and the reverse has several die cracks, including one from the eagle's neck into the upper right reverse field. Intense cartwheel luster with full mint frost is evident on both sides, beneath light brown patina with accompanying gold and blue accents.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2410

1812/1 50C Small 8 MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-102, R.2. This is the common overdate with a Small 8 in the date. However, the word common is relative, and in the field of Gem or finer quality Capped Bust half dollars, there are no common pieces. This Premium Gem is probably the finest known example of the variety, ahead of a single MS65 and a small number of MS64 coins. It is the only MS66 that either NGC or PCGS have certified (3/09). In fact, NGC has only certified one MS65 coin and PCGS has never holdered a Gem. Both sides have frosty luster and mostly bold design definition, the obverse with deep rainbow toning that ranges from orange-gold, to lavender, blue, and green. The reverse is lighter with an ivory center, framed by pale blue and iridescent toning.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2411

1813 50C MS66 ★ NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-103, R.2. Stephen Herrman describes a late die state of the 1813 O-103 half dollar, labeled O-103'a' with a reverse die crack at the base of D ST. This Premium Gem has just such a die crack, faint but clearly visible, beginning at the base of D to the base of S, through the base of T, and terminating at the inside of the right diagonal of the A. The late die state is called R.3, but few have been offered for sale.
Although NGC has certified eight examples of the date as MS66, this is the only one with the Star designation. It is a gorgeous Premium Gem with frosty silver luster beneath an amazing combination of light gold, russet, sky-blue, and lime-green toning. Census: 1 in 66 ★ , 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2412

1814/3 50C MS66 NGC. Ex Kaufman. O-101a, R.2. The 1814/3 half dollar boasts one of the strongest overdates in the entire Capped Bust series with the top of the 3 boldly visible just below the top of the 4. The late state, designated as O-101a, has clash marks and die cracks on both sides. The obverse is cracked through the base of the date, with a second crack beginning below the bust and curving up through every star on the left, across the cap, and back down through every star on the right. The encircling die crack is unusual, as it is actually a single die crack. Most peripheral die cracks are actually a series of cracks joining the various elements. The reverse has a crack from the border below the left wing tip, through or below all letters in UNITED and STA.
This Premium Gem is undoubtedly the finest known 1814/3 half dollar. It is the only MS66 example that NGC has certified, and the finest PCGS has examined grades just MS64. Stephen Herrman records three different MS65 NGC coins that have made recent appearances, including an example in our 2008 ANA Sale.
Fully lustrous grayish-gold surfaces with brilliant underlying mint frost. Splashes of bluish-green toning are found near the borders, increasing its already outstanding aesthetic appeal. A bold and well centered strike permits full borders and sharp design definition, including excellent hair details, complete stars, and strong feathers. A remarkable example that will capture the connoisseur's attention.
Ex: Dr. Juan XII Suros Collection (Superior, 2/1999), lot 175.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2413

1814 50C MS67 NGC. O-103, R.1. A heavy ridge joins the left (facing) wing to the scroll, and it is present on all known examples of O-103, providing instant identification of the variety. This is one of the most common 1814 die marriages, and the only one with a reasonable Gem population. We sold an MS68 earlier this year, and a few MS67 examples have been certified. A remarkable example, this piece exhibits satiny luster beneath gorgeous blue-green, lavender, gold, and iridescent toning on each side. Census: 4 in 67, 1 finer (3/09), for all 1814 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2414

1815/2 50C MS63 NGC. O-101a, R.3. Both sides of this late die state example have heavy clash marks. The obverse crack from the curl below the ear and onto the neck is no further advanced from the early state. The reverse has a crack that begins in the olive leaves, crosses the wing tip to the tops of UNI, follows the border over TED STATES, and curves down through OF to the right end of the scroll. A second crack begins at the border over M, curves down through ERIC to the base of A, crosses all three arrow heads to the C, and continues down through the denomination to the border below the lowest leaf pair.
Mint State examples of the 1815/2 half dollar, regardless of die state, are extremely difficult to find, and make only occasional market appearances. The present sale provides bidders with a chance to pursue two different Mint State pieces, in distinctly different die states. Since 1993, we have only offered 15 Mint State examples in previous sales, and only seven of those (all MS64) are finer than the present coin. Deep olive-gray and gold surfaces exhibit satiny underlying luster with excellent surfaces for the grade. The strike is excellent and the overall eye appeal will please nearly any collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2415

1815/2 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-101, R.2. Numismatists and collectors who seek a complete date collection must acquire an 1815 half dollar. Similarly, die variety specialists require an example, and those who seek die states must have two different pieces. Many design type collectors have the formation of a complete type set of key-date coins as their goal, and the 1815 half dollar is the best candidate. Finally, a growing trend is the acquisition of "trophy coins," those pieces that combine rarity, quality, and exceptional aesthetic appeal, and this Premium Gem 1815 half dollar combines all of those factors. Demand for a specimen such as this rarity has never been higher.
A single die variety is known for the 1815/2 half dollars, in two distinct die states. The overdate feature is particularly visible at the top of the 5. The obverse has a faint die crack from the curl below the ear, onto the neck. While clash marks are especially visible on the reverse, there is no trace of the reverse die cracks found on later die states.
A young nation, barely four decades old, was undergoing great stress and turmoil in 1815. The War of 1812 was still being waged, and the British capture and burning of Washington, D.C. in August 1814 caused extreme unrest and monetary upheaval. The result of these difficulties was hoarding of hard assets, including gold and silver coins, much as citizens did half a century later during the Civil War. Paper money, even with gold and silver backing, was refused, and commerce was driven strictly by gold and silver. Due to these circumstances, little or no gold and silver was deposited at the Mint, and their supply of copper for cents was exhausted. Mint operations in Philadelphia nearly came to a stand still, and for much of the year, the facility was completely silent. The first coinage for the year had to wait until November.
Only quarter dollars, half dollars, and half eagles were coined during the year. There was apparently also production of large cents dated 1816, as John Wright relates in The Cent Book: "Late in 1815, the first shipment of British copper arrived and was immediately coined into Robert Scot's new design cents bearing the 1816 date." Quarter dollars dated 1815 were minted late in the year, with two deliveries: the first, dated December 16, 1815, consisted of 69,232 coins. The second was dated January 10, 1816, and consisted of 20,003 quarters. The entire mintage of 47,150 1815-dated half dollars was also delivered on January 10, 1816. The only other coinage in 1815 was a limited number of half eagles. Just 635 pieces were struck, and they were delivered on November 3, 1815. Total production for the year, all in the last two months, was 137,020 coins valued at $49,058.75. After a 10 month silence, Mint workmen coined an average of 13,700 coins per week for 10 weeks.
The finest 1815 half dollars are the present early die state piece and the Eliasberg Gem late die state specimen. Following these two pieces, we find approximately 20 other auction records of MS63 and MS64 coins over the last 15 years. However, we have no hesitation calling the present piece the finest known 1815 half dollar. It has bold central details with an almost medallic appearance, the stars at the left border are strong while those to the right are weak. Both sides have soft, frosty silver luster with grayish-gold patina, surrounded by blue-green, gold, rose, and iridescent toning. The surfaces are lovingly preserved, with no evidence of mishandling. This Premium Gem is one of the landmark opportunities in the current sale, and once sold, may not appear on the market for many years.
Ex: The Chicago Sale (RARCOA and David W. Akers, Inc., 8/1991), lot 523.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2416

1817/3 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-101, R.3. Like the 1814/3 offered earlier, the 1817/3 overdate is a naked eye variety that can clearly be seen without any help from a glass. Unlike the 1814/3, this overdate is mostly visible at the bottom of the 7, with virtually the entire bottom half of the previous 3 still intact. Both dies are perfect, with no evidence of the late state die cracks, and also no evidence of the "pronounced die lumps" that Overton describes. Perhaps this example is deserving of an O-101 "prime" designation, indicating the perfect dies.
PCGS has certified two MS64 submissions, the finest examples of this date that they have ever examined. At NGC, the Census Report lists six MS64s, two MS65s, and this solitary MS66 specimen, the finest ever certified. Quite a few others have been certified in lower Mint State grades but there is certainly a high probability of resubmission for this issue, resulting in only a few different physical coins. Probably just a dozen Mint State examples survive, and there is no doubt that this amazing Premium Gem is the finest of all.
The strike is a trifle weak on the high points, but the luster is incredible with satiny surfaces beneath lovely light silver, pale gray, lilac, blue-green, and gold toning that deepens near the border. Examination with a glass reveals only a few slight imperfections on otherwise pristine surfaces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2417

1817 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-107, R.3. A slightly scarcer die variety, and this one has a great pedigree. The Overton reference makes no die state distinctions. The obverse has faint vertical die lines or chips above the cap, and others at the bust tip. The reverse has a thin die crack below 50C that curves up through the letters on the left, to the first S in STATES, then through the scroll, before joining OF AM. A second crack from the edge between CA extends into the right wing. According to Overton (or more properly, Donald Parsley in the fourth edition of the Overton reference), most examples show these cracks. For that reason, we suggest this coin belongs to a group that should be labeled "O-107a."
Conservatively graded as MS64 in the Eliasberg catalog, this coin is an aesthetic treat of unmistakable quality. It is a Superb Gem representing a date that rarely comes so fine. In fact it is the only MS67 that NGC has certified, regardless of the variety. As PCGS has never certified an example finer than MS66, this solitary half dollar from the Eliasberg Collection is the finest known of the date.
This piece has the very special appearance that can be called "Eliasberg toning" with pale gold and gray color gradually changing to darker patina near the border.
Ex: George H. Earle (Henry Chapman, 6/1912); John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1740.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2418

1817/4 50C --Corroded--ANACS. XF Details. O-102a, R.7. We offered this specimen in our January 2006 FUN Sale, shortly after it was discovered, the eighth known example of the rarity. At the time, we wrote:

"It is always an exciting event when a newly discovered numismatic rarity is reported. Such was the case when an 1817/4 half dollar was unearthed (literally!) by contractor George Williams while raking fill in upstate New York. This is the eighth known specimen of the rare overdate.
News of the discovery appeared in the October 24, 2005 edition of Coin World. Williams said he ordered a load of fill for some foundation work he was doing. He was raking the soil when he heard a 'cling.' His son Nial, 19, turned the hose on the object and revealed an early date half dollar.
The Coin World article goes on to say that when Williams returned home with the coin, his 14-year-old coin-collecting son, Cullinan, looked it up in A Guide Book of United States Coins (the 'Red Book'). The boy then printed a copy of Sheridan Downey's commentary on the 1817/4 half dollar in Collectors Universe's CoinFacts.com web site that revealed more details about the rare overdate. The entire family then became increasingly excited about the find. The coin was certified by ANACS with XF Details and some corrosion. This may well make it the second finest known survivor behind an AU50 example that [in November 2004] for $333,500.
The 1817/4 half dollar was first announced to the numismatic community in the October 1930 issue of The Numismatist, under the 'Editorial Comments-Numismatic News' section. We quote the commentary entitled NEW VARIETY OF HALF DOLLAR OF 1817 REPORTED in its entirety:

'E.T Wallis, of Los Angeles, Cal., writes that he has recently discovered a heretofore unknown variety of the 1817 half dollar, the last figure of the date being cut over a 4. A number of half dollars of 1817 over '13 are known, but this is the first one over '14 reported, Mr. Wallis says. He also says the coin is practically Uncirculated and the overdate can be seen plainly. The reverse is also an unlisted variety, as both I's in United and America have the lower ceriphs broken off diagonally toward the right, and the I in United also has the left side of the top ceriph broken off. The obverse shows a die break across the coin, starting from the border to the right of the figure 7 and through the ear and between B and E of Liberty to the top of the border. Mr. Wallis thinks the die may have been cracked when the 7 was cut over the 4 and the die may have been broken when the striking began. Howard R. Newcomb, of Los Angeles, and M.L. Beistle, of Shippensburg, Pa., both authorities on the half-dollar series, have examined the coin and pronounced it a hitherto unknown variety.'

Why is the 1817/4 variety so rare, i.e., why were so few apparently minted? Part of the reason may stem from Wallis' thought above that the die may have broken when the 7 was cut over the 4, which had been partially effaced by Mint personnel. We might speculate that this effacing weakened the die, causing premature failure after just a few strikings. In this regard, it is interesting to note that the 1817/4's cousin, the 1817/3, did not have the 3 effaced, and was produced with a considerably higher mintage. This leads to another intriguing question: was the 1817/4 struck prior to the 1817/3? If the theory that effacement of the 1817/4 caused the obverse die to break is given credence, then perhaps Mint personnel, wanting to avoid a repeat of this problem, skipped the effacement process for the 1817/3 variety.
Downey presents additional information that may help to explain the shorter-than-normal life of the 1817/4 obverse die. In his April 1, 1997 catalog of the Alfred E. Burke 1817/4 specimen, he states:

'I have seen and studied the Dosier, Overton, Burke and Meyer specimens. It is apparent that the obverse die was poorly prepared, either in 1814 or when it was reworked in 1817. Its face was 'sprung' or warped, not flat. When brought down in the screw press it unevenly impressed the planchet. The high portion of the left side of the die, the fields, could not properly smooth the natural roughness of a raw planchet. The adjoining curls, struck from the low areas of the die, are noticeably flat. The absence of pressure on the obverse, of course, led to weakness on the reverse. Thus we see flatness along the right side of the shield, the claws below and the tip of the right wing. Two theories seek to explain the shorter life of the die. First, it was not properly hardened after the annealing process, leading to its early fracture. Second, its irregular shape subjected portions of the die to unusual pressure during the coining process, again leading to early deterioration.'

A follow-up question is: why was a surplus 1814 die recycled in the first place, instead of preparing new dies? One answer to this question may lie in the early Mint's practice of using dies from previous years until they wore out or broke. This was apparently done, to some extent, for economic reasons, as die steel was relatively expensive, and it took considerable time to prepare new dies, as Craig Sholley also illustrates in a series of articles on 'Early U.S. Minting Methods' in the John Reich Journal. However, Mint personnel were continually experimenting with the forging and hardening of dies. According to the author, the early Mint had not mastered these techniques, resulting in frequent die failures. This may also help to account for Mint officials wanting to extend die life as much as possible.
The War of 1812 and its economic aftermath, along with a fire at the Mint, may also have played a role, if only indirect, in the rarity of the 1817/4 half dollar. Half dollar mintages of one million pieces plus were the rule for most years prior to the war and through 1814. By 1814, an economic recession and an associated decline in silver and gold deposits drastically reduced the mintage of precious metal coinage. In the case of the half dollar, only 47,150 1815-dated coins were produced, which according to Mint records were delivered January 10, 1816. Right after this delivery, again based on Mint records, a fire destroyed the structure holding the rolling mills and other pieces of equipment. This put an end to silver and gold coinage for at least a year, even though bullion deposits were beginning to increase again. By May 1817, with new equipment installed, the Mint resumed the coinage of silver. The first denomination struck was the half dollar, in great demand as the 'workhorse' of U.S. commerce in that era. Mint officials, who were probably anxious to process built-up silver deposits into coinage, may have, for the sake of expediency, simply retrieved a left over 1814 die from the die storage area and repunched it with a 7, causing it to break after just a few strikes. This scenario, of course, still begs the question: why were Mint personnel unable to have dies ready for 1817 coinage, especially after the production of silver coins had been off line throughout 1816 and early 1817? Sheridan Downey (1977) states: 'One might suppose that (John) Reich (Assistant Engraver) had plenty of time in 1816 to prepare working dies for 1817. Apparently not. The first two obverse dies used in 1817 were overdates (1817/3 and 1817/4).'
A registry of 1817/4 half dollars follows. It is derived from provenances provided in the Eliasberg Sale (Bowers and Merena), April 1997; the Burke Sale (Sheridan Downey), April 1997; the Dosier and Farley Sale (Sheridan Downey), October 1998; the Suros Sale (Superior), February 1999; and the Coronado Sale (David Lawrence), November 2004. They are listed (more or less) by order of discovery.
1. Eliasberg. PCGS AU50. O-102a. Downey considers this specimen to be the Wallis discovery coin described in the October 30 The Numismatist. It is the highest grade of the known examples, and sold in the Bowers and Merena 2003 ANA Sale.
2. Johnson/Witham. Fine 15. O-102a. Purchased by coin dealer Ed Johnson of Wooster, Ohio from a New York dealer in early 1940. Johnson sold it to Stewart Witham in May 1966. It now resides in an anonymous collection.
3. Meyer. VF25. O-102. Acquired by Al Overton in 1962 from an Oakland, CA coin dealer. After several transactions, it is now in the Charlton Meyer, Jr. collection.
4. Overton. Good 6, Repaired. O-102. Discovered by New York dealer Edwin Shapiro in 1963-64. After several intervening transactions, Al Overton bought the coin in 1969, and had a scratch in the eagle's wing repaired (smoothed out). It is now in a private collection.
5. Farley. VF20. Discovered by Pennsylvania collector Thomas Pfeffer in 1967. The present owner is Floyd Farley.
6. Burke. NGC VF20. O-102a. Bought by Alfred E. Burke of Philadelphia from dealer Robert Dando as a 'Punctuated Date' (O-103). It was recognized by Burke as an 1817/4 in 1973 or 1974, after he acquired the 1970 (2nd) edition of Overton's reference book.
7. Dosier. ANACS Fine 12. O-102. Bought by Milton Silverberg from an upstate New York collector in 1976 'as is.' Silverberg did not reveal the existence of his piece to the numismatic community until 1985. Downey indicates that the Dosier coin is considered to be the most 'original' of the known examples, exhibiting smooth surfaces with natural gray toning and no signs of mishandling.
8. Williams. ANACS XF Details, Corroded. O-102a. The present specimen.
[9. A ninth specimen was discovered after the 2006 offering of the present piece. The ninth known example is ICG graded VG8, with an obverse scratch, and appeared in our July 2008 auction, where it realized just under $90,000.]
As mentioned earlier, this specimen was discovered by George Williams of upstate New York. One of the outstanding features of this new discovery is its detail. The design elements display remarkable definition. The star centers are sharp, and Liberty's face, bust, and drapery are strong, as is the clasp. The eagle's feathers and talons and the shield lines are also nicely delineated. Portions of the right (facing) sides of both obverse and reverse reveal minor softness (characteristic of the variety), but even these areas stand out. The motifs are fairly well centered on the planchet, and about three-fourths of the dentilation shows. Remnants of the underdigit 4 are clearly visible beneath the 7, including serifs and crossbar. The small notch on the final star, believed to be the trademark of engraver John Reich, is evident, and the vertical die crack that is diagnostic of the die state bisects Liberty's portrait. Semi-bright, silver-gray surfaces take on a slightly darker gray appearance in the recessed areas. A few light corrosion patches are scattered over each side, but fortunately do not interfere with the design detail. Whatever surface roughness there is, it is primarily confined to the fields. All in all, this specimen is a strong contender for the second finest of the eight [now nine] known examples, despite the minor corrosion. We expect spirited bidding when this coin crosses the auction block."
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2419

1818/7 50C Small 8 MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-102, R.2. An extraordinary example of this popular overdate variety, one of the highly desirable "naked eye" overdates that can be seen without magnification. The strike is bold with frosty luster beneath deep violet-gray and pale iridescent toning. Both sides have exceptional, pristine surfaces that are practically mark-free. The finest examples of this variety that have been offered in recent auctions include an MS65 and a small number of MS64 pieces. The present MS66 example is almost certainly the finest known of the variety, and perhaps the finest of any 1818/7 overdate variety.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2420

1818 50C MS67 NGC. Ex Kaufman. O-104a, R.3. All of the die cracks on late die state O-104 half dollars appear on the obverse, and the present specimen makes certain that they are all visible, thanks to its sharp strike. A heavy die crack from the border curves down through the left field to the bust and drapery, ending at the bottom of the left ribbon end. A second crack from the border, crosses the right side of the first 8, continuing to the drapery. A further crack from the border passes over star 7 through the front of the cap and the headband, eventually to the hair below IB. Even later die states exist, with a crack through the stars on the right, but there is no evidence of the later die state on this piece.
This example is visually and numerically superior to the Eliasberg coin that is considered the finest known. Incredible frosty luster and pristine surfaces are visible through the amazing deep green-gold toning on the obverse, and grayish-gold on the reverse. The strike is sensational with every individual design element boldly defined. Considered the new finest known, this piece is better than any others recorded. Stephen Herrman lists the Eliasberg MS66 coin, the MS65 that we handled in 2006, and a small number of MS64 grade pieces as the best to appear in recent sales. The present specimen is finer than all of those, and clearly the best in existence. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09), for all 1818 varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2421

1819 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Garrett/Kaufman. O-107, R.4. Struck from perfect dies, and scarce in the early die state. This piece from the incredible Garrett Collection is also easily the finest known example. Stephen Herrman lists a single MS64 followed by a few MS62 examples. Furthermore, the MS64 is this very same coin, appearing in the James Bennett Pryor sale in 1996. Pryor was an active bidder at the Garrett sale, purchasing several of the half dollars.
This piece is sharply defined with nice centering. The frosty luster is visible through a heavy coat of lilac, blue-green, and gold toning on both sides.
Ex: J. Colvin Randall; T. Harrison Garrett; John Work Garrett; Johns Hopkins University (Bowers and Ruddy, 11/1979), lot 41.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2422

1819/8 50C Large 9 MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-102, R.2. This coin shares top honors with one other NGC MS66 example for the finest known O-102 half dollar. Further, there are only one or two other coins that are comparable among all six 1819/8 overdate varieties. Both sides are fully lustrous with impressive mint frost. The obverse is ivory with green and iridescent toning at the borders, the reverse is darker with gold and iridescent toning. In addition to its quality and beauty, this examples boasts an historic pedigree.
Ex: Richard B. Winsor (S.H. and H. Chapman, 12/1895), lot 598; J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1759.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2423

1820 50C No Serifs on Es MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-107, R.5. The obverse die was used for both O-106 and O-107, while the reverse die was only for O-107 and later for 1821 O-103. Through these various uses, there are no reported die defects or die states for either die. However, careful examination of the coin shows that the obverse has light clash marks, while the reverse die remains perfect.
The current Premium Gem specimen is far and away the finest known example of the rare O-107 die combination. Stephen Herrman lists an MS63 that was auction in 1977, and an MS62 in a fixed price list nearly a decade ago as the only Mint State pieces publicly offered. In the fourth edition of Overton, Don Parsley records two pieces graded MS65, without further information. The O-107 die marriage is the premier rarity among the half dollars of 1820. The finest we have offered in any of our previous auctions carries a modest grade of AU50, and now we present an MS66. How cool is that?
A sharply struck Premium Gem, this incredible piece has frosty luster beneath gorgeous gold and iridescent toning. The fields are essentially mark free, and the eye appeal is amazing. There will undoubtedly be many collectors who seek the present specimen to upgrade their holdings, and the auction arena has the potential to become a friendly war zone when the bidding commences. Bid after bid, rising to higher and higher levels, the action will eventually come to a close. When it does, make sure the auctioneer records your bidder number.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2424

1820/19 50C Square Base 2 MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-101a, R.3. A later die state with the overdate features becoming less distinct but they are still clearly visible. The reverse has a faint die crack across the lower pair of olive leaves on this later die state. The N in UNITED also has a tiny die chip in its right angle.
Two different obverse dies were overdated in preparation for the new coinage of 1820. The first had the 1 overpunched with a Square Base 2 punch, while the second, O-102, had the 1 altered with a Curve Base 2 punch. Other 1820 obverse dies have a similar Square Base, Curl Top 2, except larger in size. Just six obverse dies were produced for half dollars in 1820, and they were made from four completely different punches for the digit 2.
The present piece is almost certainly the finest existing 1820/19 overdate half dollar. The surfaces are frosty with light gold toning and peripheral iridescence.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1769.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2425

1821 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-105a, R.1. An incredible Premium Gem from the Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection, this piece has a fully prooflike obverse and a frosty, lustrous reverse. Both sides have splendid original reddish-gold toning with splashes of blue, green, and russet iridescence, primarily near the borders. This piece is arguably one of the finest, if not the finest known example of the variety. Census: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09), the data for all seven varieties of the date combined. The current sale has a small number of spectacular early half dollars pedigreed to the Eliasberg Collection, giving younger collectors a feel for the remarkable offering in 1997, when nearly 250 similar-quality pieces were sold in just a couple of hours on the evening of April 7.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2426

1821 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-107, R.3. Recently lowered from R.4 to R.3, the 1821 O-107 is the only scarce variety of the seven combinations identified for the year. Although two or three MS65 examples of this die combination are recorded in Herrman, the present example seems to be the only MS66 survivor, the finest known specimen. Satiny, slightly prooflike silver surfaces are visible beneath a light dusting of gold toning. The surfaces are pristine and the eye appeal is exceptional. The strike on this example is amazing, with every intricate detail fully defined.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2427

1822/1 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman Collection. O-101, R.1. Popular varieties include the two overdates O-101 and O-102. In O-101, the date digits become progressively lower from left to right, an apparent underdigit is noted under the last 2, the I of PLURIBUS is under right serif of A, and crossbar 4 extends into the right (facing) wing.
Golden-tan and gray patina dominates both sides of this Premium Gem, accented with lavender and cobalt-blue at the peripheries. Lustrous surfaces are without mentionable contact marks, and exhibit well struck design elements. Both sides present pleasing overall eye appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2428

1822 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Kaufman Collection. O-105, R.3. The date on this variety is closely and evenly spaced, with tight curls in the 2's, while dots in the field over the lower middle part of the eagle's neck diagnose this reverse, as does the left side of I in PLURIBUS being in line with the left side of the second T in STATES.
Medium intensity cobalt-blue and lavender patination gravitates to the borders of this lustrous Superb Gem, ceding to golden-brown in the centers. A well executed strike leaves uniformly sharp delineation over the design elements. Both sides are impeccably preserved. Census for the date: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2429

1823 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-107. R.2. The obverse of this piece is perfect without die cracks, clash marks, or other defects. The reverse has a crack from the border below the 5, curving up to the left through the olive leaves, wing tip, and bottoms of UNITED, continuing faintly through STATES to the border over O. Overton described this as a late die state, but does not distinguish between the different states in his reference, currently in its fourth edition through the work of Donald Parsley.
In Stephen Herrman's Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars, three recent auction appearances are recorded, all for MS64 examples, including this Superb Gem that was graded MS64 in the 1997 Eliasberg catalog. It is far and away the finest known example of the die combination.
Light golden-brown toning does little to hide the incredible mint frost that covers the obverse and reverse surfaces. Both sides have delicate blue toning at the borders, with hints of lighter gold. The strike is exceptional, with every individual detail fully impressed, and with excellent centering as evidenced by the complete obverse and reverse borders. Pristine surfaces have only the slightest marks, none that are obvious to the naked eye. This piece is the only 1823 half dollar that NGC or PCGS has certified MS67, regardless of variety.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1795.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2430

1823 50C Patched 3 MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-101a, R.1. The obverse is one of several dies that was reworked in 1823, to strengthen the date. The 3 is tall and leans to the right, beginning its service on this die in a broken state with the top and bottom parts of the digit nearly disjointed. Today, the die is called the Broken 3. After countless coins were struck, a small punch joined the two halves of that digit, created the Patched 3 variety, and more coins were struck. The repaired obverse saw continued use on O-102. The strengthening of the obverse was clearly a cost-saving measure, as no other defects are evident on either side.
This Premium Gem from the Eliasberg Collection was quite conservatively graded as MS63 in that sale, following the trend of all the Eliasberg coins. Nearly every coin from that collection has certified at a higher grade. Of course, grading at the time gave no indication of value, for this coin realized just under $10,000 in 1997, at a time when an MS63 was only valued at about $1,500.
Undoubtedly the finest known example of the variety, this sharply defined piece has delicate light brown toning with lovely orange, gold, and blue toning in the peripheral areas. Pristine surfaces are nicely preserved with underlying frosty luster. Census: 1 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1792.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2431

1824 50C Over Various Dates MS65 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-103, R.1. This is one of the most intriguing varieties in the early half dollar kingdom. We can say with certainty that it is an overdate but we have no idea what the previous dates were, as it is obviously a multiple overdate. It is typically described as "1824/3/0" or "1824/2/0." To this cataloger's eye, it looks like it might be an 1824/3/2 overdate.
In 1929, M.L. Beistle summed up the matter when he wrote "Figure 4 is re-cut over a number of other figures, and it is impossible to tell how many other figures have been cut over, as they are a jumbled mass of recuttings."
This piece from the Eliasberg Collection is clearly in the Condition Census for the variety. It has frosty luster with silver-gray surfaces and hints of iridescent toning. The surfaces and strike are all excellent, providing for a high degree of aesthetic appeal.
Ex Richard B. Winsor (S.H. and H. Chapman, 12/1895), lot 598; J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1800.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2432

1824/1 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-101, R.2. The telltale diagnostic for this popular overdate variety is the flag of the underdigit 1, which is plainly visible protruding out from each side of the overdigit 4. Deep, original coloration on both sides of this piece includes steel-blue and sapphire hues, with tinges of lilac in the centers. Despite the intense color, much luster manages to burst forth. Another wonderfully original, "unfooled-with" piece with the Phil Kaufman pedigree. The Herrman reference shows an MS65 that we handled in February 1999 atop the condition census for the variety, making this piece quite likely the finest known. This is the single finest of the variety certified at NGC (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2433

1824/4 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman Collections. O-109, R.2. This variety is identified by the recut 4 in the date, a die defect dot in front of Liberty's eye, die defects joining the arrowheads, and the repunched lower left C in AMERICA. Liberty's profile is doubled, especially the nose lips, and chin. Donald Parsley (2005) writes that this popular variety is often mistaken for a 4 over 1, but is actually a 4 punched over a first 4 which was punched too far to the left.
Soft luster resides on both sides of this silver-gray Premium Gem, and a well executed strike manifests itself with sharp definition on the design elements. Nicely preserved surfaces reveal no significant contact marks.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997). lot 1805.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2434

1825 50C MS67 NGC. O-104, R.4. A small, sharp die chip in the left reverse field immediately identified this reverse die, and thus identifies this scarce variety. The same reverse die was also used to produce the 1824 dated O-115 variety. This example has been identified as the coin that appeared in the Wilson Collection sale of March 1907. The sale of the David Wilson Collection was the first solo sale of Samuel Hudson Chapman after he and his brother Henry parted company. The two had worked together in the auction business since 1878, conducting their first sale in 1879.
This Superb Gem 1825 half dollar is undoubtedly the finest known for the variety, and may be the single finest example of the date surviving today. Two other 1825 half dollars have been certified MS67 by NGC, one of which is the Eliasberg O-110 coin. Each side of this lovely half dollar has a delightful display of toning. The obverse has deep green color intermingled with ivory and lilac. All of the obverse details are sharply defined, save for slight weakness only on the curls behind Liberty's neck. The reverse is also sharply struck, and has a concentric pattern of ivory, gold, russet, and teal toward the border. Under the toning on each side is wonderful satiny luster. Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2435

1826 50C MS66 NGC. O-102, R.1. This variety is identifiable by star 7 that points to the top edge of the headband, the tops of UN that nearly touch, and the final digit in the date that is markedly higher than the other three digits. This is a truly remarkable Bust half. It appears to be an early striking from this die pairing as the fields are unusually bright, as coins are from new dies. The striking definition is also uncommonly bold, and the surfaces are light in color in the centers with increasing golden-rose and blue color scattered around the margins. This appears to be the finest example known as the list of Finest Knowns by Stephen Herrman is 65/65 (4 pieces), 64/64 (2 pieces).(Registry values: N4719)

2436

1826 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-110, R.2. Slight signs of recutting show on the inner top loop of the 8, as well as on several of the peripheral stars, although that facet is unmentioned in Overton. (Also unmentioned are small tines of metal projecting from some of the stars, notably 2, 6, and 7.) All of the arrowheads on the reverse are joined, confirming the die marriage. Splendid, radiant cartwheel luster and untroubled, mark-free silver-white surfaces tinted with gold are this coin's chief attributes. Areas of obverse die rust and old clash marks have produced some roughness on the coin, but they do not affect the grade or the overall high appeal. Tied for the finest certified. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2437

1827/6 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-102, R.1. The bottom right side of the former 6 curves up to the right from the bottom of the 7. The overdated obverse die was used with three different reverse dies, and O-102 has the obverse stars lightly drawn to the edge. Faint "ear bar" clash marks are evident below the ear, but no other die defects are visible on the obverse. The reverse also has light clash marks but no other defects.
The 1827/6 O-102 is the most plentiful of the three overdate varieties, and the only one that can sometimes be found in Gem quality. This piece from the George Earle, John Clapp, and Louis Eliasberg Collections, is the only 1827/6 overdate that has been certified as a Superb Gem MS67. Incredibly, NGC has only graded one other 1827 half dollar in MS67, an example of the O-120a variety that will be offered just a few lots after this piece! For the connoisseur who desires the finest possible 1827 half dollar, the present sale presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
This satiny and lustrous Superb Gem is boldly detailed with excellent centering, better than usually seen. Lovely golden-brown on the obverse and lighter silver on the reverse, with outstanding iridescent accents on both sides. Today, this piece appears exactly as it did in the 1997 Eliasberg sale, and probably looks much the same as it did way back in 1912 when the George Earle Collection was sold.
Ex: George H. Earle (Henry Chapman, 6/1912); John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1827.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2438

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS67 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-120a, R.3. A prominent area of die line defects appears in the area near the rim left of the date, while the late-state reverse is attributed by a large die crack above UNITED STATES. Stars 6 and 13 show recutting. This Superb Gem, pedigreed to the Kaufman Collection, shows superlative luster emanating from beneath a light layer of gold toning over the otherwise silver surfaces. the strike is bold, save for the centrils of a couple of the stars, and as expected for the grade there are no remotely mentionable contact marks. Another finest certified, and almost certainly the finest known: The Herrman reference tops out at MS65. For O-120a, Census: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2439

1828 50C Curl Base 2, No Knob MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman Collections. O-102, R.2. Misattributed as O-101 on the NGC holder. The O-102 variety has the A in AMERICA slightly rotated counterclockwise and its base higher than the base of M, the inside left stand of N in UNITED recut, and the second A in AMERICA nearly touching the highest arrowhead.
Soft luster exudes from both sides of this Premium Gem, each of which displays two tones of gray, sky-blue, and russet toning. Most of the star centers are boldly defined, as are the remaining design elements. The well preserved surfaces reveal no marks worthy of individual mention. Census for the date: 11 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: William H. Woodin; John H. Clapp. Clapp Estate, 1942, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; The Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1837.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2440

1828 50C Square Base 2, Small 8, Large Letters MS66 NGC. O-117, R.1. Ex: Eliasberg-Kaufman. In the 1997 Eliasberg catalog this example was conservatively graded MS63, prooflike but the price that it realized, nearly $10,000, was hardly conservative for the assigned grade. Obviously several bidders recognized its true quality at that time, as they will when it crosses the auction block a short time after these words are written.
Central light gray toning is surrounded by dark blue-green, lilac, and gold toning, with a subdued appearance. Beneath the toning is full prooflike reflectivity with pristine, mark-free surfaces. This coin was called "an aesthetic highlight" in the Eliasberg catalog, a bold statement considering all the amazing half dollars in that collection.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2441

1829/7 50C MS66 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-102, R.2. This early die state has no evidence of die cracks, clash marks, or any other die defects on either side. The obverse has flowlines drawing the stars to the border, and the reverse also has flowlines drawing the letters to the border.
The obverse die is an 1829 over 7 overdate, with the lower upright of the 7 prominently visible at the lower right side of the 9. Many years ago, some numismatists described the overdate as "1829 over 1." If they had had this piece available for study, they would have noticed the traces of the entire top of the 7 visible in the field above the 9, and there would have been no question of its proper identification.
Although not from the Eliasberg Collection, this Premium Gem has similar old-time collection toning that is so familiar among coins in the present sale. It is probably the finest known O-102 half dollar, and possibly the finest known of either overdate variety. We are only aware of a single comparable piece, a PCGS MS66 example of the O-101 die marriage that we offered last year in our ANA sale.
The obverse has light ivory patina over frosty mint luster, with accents of pale gold, blue, and iridescent toning. The reverse is similar, although a shade or two deeper in appearance. All of the design elements are bold, with a nicely centered impression. The amazing surfaces are free of any marks, either visible to the naked eye or with magnification. Census: 1 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2442

1829 50C Small Letters MS66 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-105, R.1. The recut upper arrow shaft is characteristic of early die states of Overton-105, the I in PLURIBUS is entirely right of the stand of the second T in STATES, and TAT of STATES progresses downward, the first T considerably above the first S and the A, while the second T is below the A.
This sharply struck Premium Gem displays the design elements nicely centered on the planchet. Light bluish-gray dominates both sides, accented with golden-orange, purple, and ice-blue. Partially prooflike fields highlight the motifs at certain angles. A few minuscule grade-consistent marks do not detract in the least from the coin's pleasing eye appeal.
Ex: George H. Earle Collection, Henry Chapman (6/1912); John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate, 1942, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Louis E. Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1849.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2443

1830 50C Small 0 MS66 PCGS. O-104, R.3. The 3 in the date is slightly low in comparison with the other digits. The first line in stripe 6 extends to the second crossbar, and the 0 in the denomination is much larger than the 5.
The present example offers the kind of knockout eye appeal seldom seen on Bust halves. The cartwheel luster that this coin offers is more frequently seen on superb Morgan dollars. The luster is brilliant on both sides, but tempered slightly by light amber-gold patination, heavier at the obverse border and the right side of the reverse. The strike is bold, save for some peripheral stars, the first S in STATES, and the PL below. Liberty's hair is boldly and superbly detailed, and the strike on the devices in the central reverse is distraction-free. Die erosion on the obverse blends some star points with the rim. This is a rare opportunity for the Bust half specialist to obtain this delectable example of what is undoubtedly one of the finest known of this variety. Population: 4 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2444

1830 50C Small 0 MS67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-101, R.1. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first auction appearance of this specimen since the Eliasberg sale a dozen years ago. It is unquestionably the finest known example of the variety, and possibly the finest existing 1830 half dollar of any variety. The Eliasberg catalog included the following remark: "This specimen is one of the finest Capped Bust half dollars in existence regardless of date! Quite a statement." Today, we see no reason to disagree with those words.
This sharply struck Superb Gem is virtually flawless, with ivory surfaces that exhibit frosty luster and considerable russet, gold, and iridescent toning that gathers near the borders. The dies are perfect, with flowlines drawing the stars to the border.
Today's numismatic generation is familiar with the Eliasberg Collection, formed by Baltimore financier Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr., and the only complete collection ever formed (at its time). Some have commented that Eliasberg never had the 1870-S half dime. While that is true, it is unfair, because the unique example remained undiscovered until four years after Eliasberg died. The catalogs of the Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, October 1980; Bowers and Merena, May 1996; Bowers and Merena, April 1997) provide a remarkable record of his U.S. coin collection. Later sales included world coins.
Few are familiar with George Howard Earle, Jr. (1856-1928), whose collection Henry Chapman sold in June 1912. An attorney and financier in Philadelphia, Earle formed an amazing collection of U.S. coins. Earle and his wife had 10 children, including George Howard Earle III, who was Pennsylvania governor from 1935 to 1939.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2445

1831 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg-Kaufman. O-102, R.1. This is the finest known 1831 O-102 half dollar, from the Eliasberg Collection, and years earlier the property of famous collector William H. Woodin.
William Hartman Woodin was born in Berwick, Pennsylvania, on May 27, 1868, and eventually graduated from the Columbia University School of Mines. He served as general superintendent of the Jackson and Woodin Manufacturing Company, which built railroad cars and equipment. He later served as president of the American Car and Foundry Company and the American Locomotive Company. He served as secretary of the Treasury under President Franklin Roosevelt from March 5 to December 31, 1933. It was during this time that the President declared a banking holiday and ceased the production of gold coinage. Woodin was a noted collector of pattern coins who once owned the two 1877 half union gold coins that he returned to the Mint in exchange for "several crates" of patterns. He was an exhibitor at the 1914 ANS exhibition, and wrote a reference on pattern coins with Edgar Adams. He died on May 3, 1934, in New York City.
This splendid half dollar is boldly detailed and nicely centered, with complete and sharp obverse and reverse borders. Both sides are pristine and highly lustrous with frosty surfaces beneath ivory, russet, lilac, and green toning. We are unaware of any equals to this piece among all 1831 half dollars. Census: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2446

1832 50C Small Letters MS67 NGC. O-113, R.2. The obverse of O-113 is recognized by a tiny die chip at Liberty's throat, exactly at the junction of her neck and jaw line. The reverse has a very short extension to the wing tip immediately above the arrow heads. This is a common variety in a decidedly uncommon grade. In fact, PCGS and NGC have combined to grade just six examples of this date as MS67, with none finer. This is an exceptional and Superb Gem with frosty silver luster and fully brilliant surfaces. There is no doubt that it is the finest known for the variety, and one of the top examples of this date. Census: 5 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2447

1833 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Kaufman. O-108, R.1. The date is low and close to the rim with tightly spaced digits, and a point of star 7 points to the lower half of the headband. According to Overton-Parsley, "the mouth has a pleasant expression." The denomination 50C. has tall figures and is quite close to the claws and branch. This piece has an instant "wow" factor, a function of the extremely lustrous surfaces that nonetheless show deep jade, amber, lilac, and steel-blue hues. As demanded of the grade, surface contact is all but absent, and the overall eye appeal is enormous. Some light roller marks appear on the cheek, as made. The second finest known of the variety according to Herrman, behind an MS68 PCGS example.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2448

1833 50C MS67 NGC. O-101, R.1. The 8 in the date is high, and there is no open gap in the milling above star 12, which is a characteristic of the similar Obverse 5 on O-105. Some small die lines appear in the reverse shield, just to the left of the upper border. The 5 in the denomination has a heavy flag and is higher than the adjacent 0. This splendid Superb Gem has original album toning, with silver-white centers radiating outward toward gold, amber, and iridescent steel-blue at the rims on both sides. A small planchet flaw on Liberty's neck is as made. The surfaces are, however, virtually contact-free. The present piece is two points finer than the highest-graded example in the Herrman reference.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2449

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters MS67 NGC. O-109, R.1. Recutting appears on stars 8, 9, and 10, and the rims are abnormally high and sharp on both sides. A small die line extends from the forward end of Liberty's bust. The 5 is small, with a straight top and closed loop. Splendid patina in shades of copper, olive, and silver-gray complements rich luster and some small areas that are near-brilliant. As demanded at the Superb Gem level, surface abrasions are essentially absent.
Like many of the early half dollars in the present sale, this piece is likely the finest existing example of its variety. NGC has actually certified two different examples of the O-109 die marriage in MS67, the other example previously in the Eliasberg Collection. Side-by-side comparison of the two coins might tell which one is nicer, and even then the comparison may be subject to disagreement. We suggest that the Eliasberg specimen and the Sweet specimen are tied for finest known.
Ex: Sweet Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/2005), lot 3365.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2450

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters MS67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-109, R.1. The obverse die is perfect while the reverse die is lightly clashed. The obverse die has a small extra star point between the top outside rays of Star 10. This prominent die marker immediately identifies the obverse die, used for O-109 and O-110. The reverse die uses the new Small Letters font, giving the design a more open appearance. The Eliasberg cataloger wrote: "The Small Letters style on the reverse permits more of the field to be displayed, thus giving the coin a cameo-like effect."
Like many of the early half dollars in the present sale, this piece may be the finest existing example of its variety. NGC has actually certified two different examples of the O-109 die marriage in MS67, the other example appearing as part of the Rod Sweet Collection that was sold in 2005. Only a side-by-side comparison of the two coins would tell which one is nicer, and even then the comparison might be subject to disagreement. We suggest that the Eliasberg specimen and the Sweet specimen are tied for finest known. However, since both coins are present in the Joseph C. Thomas Collection, we welcome those who wish to examine both coins in person to make an assessment.
An amazing Superb Gem, this beauty has brilliant light gold surfaces with underlying satin luster. The obverse has a few splashes of blue and iridescent toning, while the reverse is a shade darker, with much more iridescence. Pristine surfaces are void of any consequential marks on either side. Even with a glass, there are only a few minuscule marks, none worth mentioning.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1893.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2451

1835 50C MS67 ★ NGC. Ex: Eliasberg/Kaufman. O-109, R.2. Both dies are perfect on this remarkable piece. The obverse has star 7 minutely recut, and the flag of the 5 is long and straight with only a tiny upward curve at its tip.
In the Eliasberg catalog, this beauty was presented as "possibly a presentation striking" and "far and away the finest known." Original 1835 proof half dollars are extremely rare, as most proofs of this date are technically restrikes with the edge lettering crushed. The restrikes were made a short time later, perhaps in 1836.
This Superb Gem has incredible surfaces with fully prooflike fields, save for tiny areas of mint frost in the left obverse field. While clearly not a proof, this beautiful example was carefully produced, and is an attractive representative of the 1835 coinage issues that approached the end of an era, before steam power was introduced late the next year. Easily the finest known example, this piece is one of half a dozen MS63 or finer examples of the variety known to us.
Both sides have an amazing strike with all details boldly defined, a few stars at the left being the only exception. The obverse has brilliant gold toning with incredible rose, lilac, and blue peripheries. The reverse is deeper in appearance but similarly toned. Census: 1 in 67 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Estate (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1899.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

Proof Bust Half Dollars

2452

1836 50C Lettered Edge PR63 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. O-101, R.1, likely Low R.7 as a proof. This is an early die state of the O-101 die pairing, showing a small tine of metal on the right loop of the 6 in the date, sharp recutting on stars 6, 7, and 11, and two small die lines protruding from the end of Liberty's nose. On the reverse the segments are separated above the last S in STATES, but recutting shows on the left stand of N.
This is a common variety as a business strike, but extremely rare as a proof. PCGS has certified nine coins (less duplicates) of the 1836 Lettered Edge, including five in PR63, but only one is attributed as to variety, an O-109 in PR65 Cameo. At NGC there are six examples certified, including the present PR63 and five pieces finer (3/09). Of course, all those figures are subject to a critical eye due to crossovers and resubmissions. The Eliasberg catalogers described the coin thusly:

"Rarity-7 or 8 as a Proof striking. Proof-63. A pleasing specimen with full mirror fields, delicately toned, giving way to splashes of electric blue [at] the borders. Brilliant with delicate toning. A splendid coin and in Proof finish, a notable rarity."

That description still holds true today, attesting to the coin's unfooled-with originality. In particular, the fully mirrored fields provide immediate confirmation of this piece's proof status, at least as that term can be applied to pre-1850s coinage. A memorable example from a classic era of U.S. numismatics, and pedigreed to a classic collection of U.S. coins.
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1901.
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

Reeded Edge Half Dollars

2453

1837 50C MS66 NGC. The 1836 the Mint chose the newly designed Capped Bust, Reeded Edge half dollars to try its new steam-powered presses, combined with the "close collar" technology that produced the edge reeding. The 1836 mintage was a scant 1,200 pieces recorded. The 1837 mintage is reported as 3.6 million coins, making this issue ideal for a type set, as the reverse was changed the following year, 1838, to HALF DOL. from 50 CENTS.
This piece offers untoned, slightly satiny surfaces with cartwheel luster. The obverse shows multiple clash marks and advanced die fatigue, with fine die striae running outward from the center throughout the coin. The strike is bold in the centers, but the design elements are disappearing at the rim, most notably on each side from about 8 to 10 o'clock, an effect likely coupled with die misalignment, as the opposite rim elements are noticeably stronger. There are no visible die breaks, but this coin was produced from dies that clearly were in service for a long while. A carefully preserved and interesting Premium Gem.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2454

1837 50C MS66 PCGS. Robert Julian in an article in the October 1998 issue of Coins magazine notes that even though the Mint's new steam-powered presses were clearly working, minor technical problems involved with ejecting the coins from the closed collar led to experimentation with the collar size, resulting in coins of this issue that had slightly different diameters. Of course, the advent of third-party grading makes such differences more difficult to discern.
What needs no particular discernment to observe, however, is the top quality of the present example, a stunning pale gold-tinted Premium Gem of the first rank. While this is a common issue in the lower grades, Gems are rare, and in MS66 the present piece is one of only five so certified at PCGS, with two finer (3/09). The incredible luster is as spectacular as the light, even coloration. A memorable coin for the finest collection.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2455

1838 50C MS66 NGC. There are several components that go into the grade opinion of any given coin, including strike, luster, surface preservation, and toning. And on any given coin there is one element that immediately captures the viewer's attention more than any other. On this remarkable piece it is the luster. Bright, thick, and frosted, it is almost easy to overlook the fullness of strike and remarkably clean surfaces that also go into the makeup of the grade of this extraordinary type coin. Brilliant throughout except for a few almost imperceptible flecks of color that can be seen around stars 7, 8, and 9. A dazzling, near-perfectly preserved example of this short-lived type. Census: 5 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2456

1839 50C MS66 NGC. Reeded Edge half dollars are a difficult type to locate in high grade, and it seems they are forever fated to be an overlooked type coin. This is a sharp example that is moderately toned throughout with green-gray shades over most of the obverse. The reverse exhibits mottled gray-green and rose shadings. The underlying surfaces have a bright, satin-like sheen and are nearly flawless. Crisply defined throughout including the lowest stars on the obverse that are often flat. To date (3/09), this is the single finest 1839 Capped Bust half dollar thus far certified by NGC, and is tied with one at PCGS as the finest known.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2457

1839 50C Small Letters XF45 PCGS. JR-1, High R.7. Meyer Collection. This is the discovery coin for the variety, first identified by Maurice Rosen about 1972. It is also the finest known example of the extremely rare transitional die combination. It is surprising that so few have been found since its discovery more than 35 years ago. The variety is one of those "naked eye" varieties that can be spotted at a glance. The most recognizable feature is the reverse letters that are distant from the border. The normal 1839 Reeded Edge half dollar has the letters nearly touching the border.
While Stephen Herrman suggests that there may be five or six examples known, we can only trace three pieces, and the other two are in NCS holders. In addition to its status as the discovery coin and the finest known specimen, this example from the Meyer Collection is also the only piece known to us without some type of impairment.

The following roster represents the three coins known to us:
1. XF45 PCGS. The present specimen and the discovery specimen. First Coinvestors, Inc.; Julian Leidman; Charlton Meyer; Heritage (8/2008), lot 1689.
2. AU Details, Improperly Cleaned, NCS. Jules Reiver (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 23442.
3. XF Details, Environmental Damage, NCS. Julian Leidman; Stanley Scott (Bowers and Ruddy, 6/1975), lot 1387; Roy Harte Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, 11/1977), lot 2650; 1981 GENA Sale (Kagin's, 9/1981), lot 1133; Kagin's (3/1984), lot 1686; Southland Collection (Heritage, 5/2007), lot 2131; Stack's (1/2008), lot 495.

Light pewter gray surfaces on both sides are the canvas for delicate steel-blue, gold, and russet toning. A few faint hairlines and minuscule abrasions on each side are of little concern. The reverse strike is somewhat weak, as it is on other examples of this variety. Overall, it is an excellent piece, without peer in the numismatic world.
Inexplicable grooves on the reverse of this piece deserve careful study, as they are clearly a result of some event when the coins were made. On this specimen, two parallel grooves, spaced about 1 mm apart, are seen on the reverse from 9:30 to 12:30. On the Jules Reiver specimen, similar grooves are seen on the obverse, from 2:30 to 5:30, and on the Southland Collection specimen, they appear from 7 o'clock to 10 o'clock. Since all three known examples have similar parallel grooves, at different locations, it seems that they must have been part of the strip before the planchets were punched. However, they appear on top of the devices, so they were not obliterated when the coins were struck.
Ex: Maurice Rosen (First Coinvestors, Inc.); Julian Leidman; Charlton Meyer; Heritage (8/2008), lot 1689.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2458

1839-O 50C MS65 NGC. Repunched Mintmark. JR-1. After coinage production began in New Orleans during 1838, this facility began full scale production in 1839, producing half dimes, dimes, half dollars, and quarter eagles. During the year, a small mintage of 178,976 half dollars was accomplished. Like all other Capped Bust, Reeded Edge half dollars, these coins have a new star arrangement on the obverse, with six stars to the left and seven to the right of the bust, opposite the customary star arrangement of the previous design. The reverse design was modified in 1838, changing the denomination from 50 CENTS to HALF DOL. The 1838 and 1839 Capped Bust, Reeded Edge half dollars thus constitute a two-year design type, and are avidly collected as such. An early appearance of the 1839-O was in the Finotti Collection (Woodward, 11/1862), lot 142, described as "1839 Bust, perfectly uncirculated, variety from the New Orleans mint." Woodward was careful to differentiate the design from the Seated Liberty type, which was minted at the Philadelphia Mint later in the year.
The coin offered here is a strong candidate for Condition Census. In Stephen Herrman's Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars 1794-1839, this specimen is tied with two other coins for fourth place in his detailed compilation of finest known examples. NGC has graded six coins at the Gem level, with only three finer, while PCGS has certified three examples in MS65, with four finer (3/09). Resubmissions may be included in these figures. Like most Reeded Edge coins, this example is exquisitely struck with full hair detail on the obverse, and complete feather detail on the reverse. Both dies are extensively cracked as often seen. The obverse has attractive ivory luster overlaid with darker gold, lilac, and steel toning at the margin. The reverse is considerably darker with grayish-gold color over frosty luster.
Ex: Jack Lee; Platinum Night (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2140.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Reeded Edge Half Dollars

2459

1836 50C Reeded Edge PR64 PCGS. The 1836 Capped Bust, Reeded Edge half dollars are the first circulation coinage made on the U.S. Mint's new steam press. Mint Second Engraver Christian Gobrecht prepared medal dies for the occasion dated Feb. 22, 1836 with the legend FIRST STEAM COINAGE. The demonstration failed to take place, however, and the dies were overdated with MAR. 23 over FEB. 22. On Nov. 8, 1836, Mint Director Robert Maskell Patterson sent 10 "specimens" (likely proofs) of the new steam-produced half dollars to Treasury Secretary Levi Woodbury, indicating that they were the "first specimens, struck this afternoon." The letter went on to say, "The old [half dollar] coins were struck in what we term an open collar; this is struck in a close collar, which make the edges of pieces thicker, and gives a mathematical equality to their diameters."
Adoption of the close collar, however, meant that lettered edges were a thing of the past, as the close collar would crush any edge lettering, as on certain 1833-35 Bust halves known with "crushed lettered edges."
Although Patterson's letter indicates that only 10 "specimens" were coined, a few pieces appear to have been struck off later, to judge by the certified populations today. It is almost certain, however, that fewer than 20 pieces survive in all grades.
The present PR64 piece is tied with seven others at PCGS (including two Cameos) for the title of finest numerically graded; NGC has also certified four PR64 pieces, with one PR64 Cameo and two PR65 pieces finer (2/09). In toto, there are 11 pieces certified at NGC and 14 at PCGS, but a generous allowance must be made for crossovers and resubmissions. This is a remarkably attractive example with natural electric-blue, lilac, and cream-gray toning, deeper near the edges of the coin. Light surface scratches are visible beneath the coloration, especially on the obverse, preventing a Gem assessment by PCGS. The fields are fully mirrored, and only slightly muted by the rich patina.
This piece represents an outstanding opportunity to obtain one of the most historically significant of all U.S. coins.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2460

1836 50C Reeded Edge PR64 NGC. There is currently no accurate census of proof 1836 Reeded Edge half dollars in existence, to the best of our knowledge. It is probably a reasonable estimate that fewer than 20 such coins exist at all grade levels, with only two or three Gems known. In his Complete Encyclopedia, Walter Breen estimated a total population of "at least 12 proofs." A decade earlier, Breen commented in his Proof Encyclopedia: "I know of at least eleven different examples, a few more probably exist."
This is a remarkably attractive example with natural steel-blue and lilac-gray toning blended over both surfaces, deeper on the obverse and lighter on the reverse. Light surface scratches are visible beneath the toning, especially on the obverse, preventing a Gem assessment by NGC. The fields are fully mirrored with obvious cameo contrast, although such a designation has not been assigned to this piece due to the toning. Clearly, the toning is consistent with those pieces found in old collections.
According to a letter from Mint Director Robert M. Patterson to Treasury Secretary Levi Woodbury, the new [reeded edge] half dollars were first coined on November 8, 1836. It was on this date that 10 pieces, called "specimens," were delivered by Patterson to Woodbury. The language suggests that these pieces were proofs, or otherwise special strikes. Given the number that are known today, additional proofs must have been struck before the regular coinage commenced. These pieces were the first coins produced on the new steam-operated coinage press, although the coinage had been anticipated for quite some time. The famous Steam Press token indicates a date of March 23, 1836 while a letter dated September 6, 1836 from Patterson to George Newbold, president of the Bank of America in New York, anticipates the coinage of half dollars by steam in just a few days. The cataloger for the Eliasberg Collection in 1997 references an additional letter dated November 11, 1836, with a notation that 32 coins were sent to Newbold. Perhaps these pieces were additional proof examples, giving a total proof mintage of 42 pieces. Though we have no record of a proof mintage today, the figure of 42 pieces is consistent with the number known today.
The design for the Reeded Edge half dollars was similar to John Reich's earlier Capped Bust design, with slight refinements made by Christian Gobrecht. Of course, the change from a lettered edge to a reeded edge was the biggest improvement. Mint Director Patterson remarked that the new "Close Collar" gave a mathematical quality to the diameter of these coins, and it was this Close Collar that also imparted the reeded edge. This new device had actually been introduced several years earlier on the gold coinage in 1829, but the combination of steam power and use of the Close Collar first took place in 1836.
The entire history surrounding the first steam press is an interesting story, briefly told by Cathy L. Clark in the March 2000 issue of The Numismatist. Her article, "Steam Power: A Pressing Issue" discusses the Thonnelier steam press in conjunction with a display at the American Numismatic Association Museum. The original steam press survives to this day and is on display at the ANA headquarters in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2461

1836 50C Reeded Edge PR63 Cameo PCGS. The business strike 1836 Reeded Edge half dollars of 1836 are justly famous in their own right, as the first U.S. circulating coinage (not the first pieces, which were medals) struck on the Mint's new steam-powered presses. The proof versions of those coins, however, are often overlooked by collectors who are unaware of their extreme rarity, or sometimes even their existence. A quick surf through our website reveals that in the 15 years since we began maintaining our Permanent Auction Archives, we have only offered 20 examples, counting duplicates. Breen notes that Mint Director Patterson sent 10 "specimen" examples to Treasury Secretary on Nov. 8, 1836. Although no accurate accounting exists today, it is likely that other examples were struck off before regular coinage began.
The present specimen offers fully reflective fields with a deliberate (if incomplete) strike that leaves all star centrils bold, but produces some softness on the eagle's left (facing) wing and claw. (After all, the Mint was experimenting with the Thonnelier steam press, a brand-new piece of unfamiliar equipment, as well as an essentially new coinage design and a closed collar.) A light overlay of blue-green toning appears, more prominently near the rims. Under a loupe some minor contact marks and light hairlines determine the final grade, but the importance and historicity of the present coin--as well as its still-broad appeal--cannot be overemphasized. Population: 1 in 63 Cameo, 2 Cameo coins finer (3/09).
From The Scottsville Collection of Proof Bust Coinage.

2462

1839-O 50C PR62 NGC. Substantially rarer than the 1838-O proof half dollars are the similarly designed 1839-O proof halves. About a dozen of the former are known, but only about five of the latter are known. While the 1838-O is a celebrated rarity in American numismatics, the 1839-O proof is only recognized by a small number of specialists.
The 1838-O and 1839-O proof halves show a remarkable number of similarities. Both were apparently struck in proof format at about the same time in early 1839. Both have the popular Obverse Mintmark style only produced in those two years, making them a two-year subtype. There is no record of proof coins being struck of either year, in keeping with typical Mint practice of the era. Of course, an obvious difference is that, while the 1838-O halves were only struck in proof to the extent of about 20 pieces, with 11 pieces known today, the 1839-O halves are even rarer in proof format, with only four or five pieces known. Despite their greater rarity, the proof 1839-O halves are relatively unknown to the numismatic community, perhaps because of a fairly large production of 1839-O business strikes.
The present example is deeply toned steel-blue, intermingled with dark tan around the devices. The underlying fields are fully reflective, and all of the design elements are boldly defined. Struck in coin turn. A few scattered surface marks and faint hairlines are evident on each side, accounting for the assigned numerical grade, yet the eye appeal remains strong. An important opportunity for the discerning collector of branch mint proofs.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

Seated Half Dollars

2463

1842-O 50C Medium Date, Large Letters MS64 PCGS. This beauty has lustrous surfaces beneath medium caramel-gold and olive toning. It is crisply struck and minimally abraded, an exceptional coin for the grade. A lapped die diminished the size of the first three stars. Housed in a first generation holder. This is a surprisingly scarce date in all grades, and a condition rarity in Mint State grades. PCGS has certified a total of just 12 Mint State 1842-O half dollars, including four near-Gems, the finest of the issue (2/09).
Ex: Jascha Heifetz Collection (Superior, 10/1989), lot 3710; Heritage (6/2008), lot 659.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2464

1847 50C MS67 NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. The half dollar saw a production of 1.156 million circulation strikes in 1847. The date is rare in Mint State. In this respect, Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert (1993) assign a low R.6 rarity rating to Uncirculated examples.
This Superb Gem is the single finest certified specimen from either NGC or PCGS. Dazzling luster issues from both sides, and a well directed strike emboldens the design elements, save for minor softness in the top two stars and on the arrow feathers. Untoned surfaces are devoid of mentionable marks. A couple of clash marks are visible, as are light peripheral cracks. Census: 1 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2465

1852 50C MS67 NGC. It was not until February of 1853 that a weight reduction went into effect for all subsidiary silver coinage. This weight reduction did not occur without considerable debate in Congress and concern over "cheating" U.S. citizens by producing coinage with less than their stated value in precious metal. The problem had been that for decades both silver and gold coins had been melted as the raw silver or gold content was worth more than the coin's face value. Which makes one wonder, why was this pre-1853 large silver coin set aside, and in such a superior grade? Was it meant to be melted and spared because of its extraordinary condition? Was it a part of some now forgotten hoard of 1852 halves? Or did someone simply look at this coin in 1852 and appreciate its special surface qualities? Only 77,130 pieces were minted of this issue, and obviously melting and attrition took a heavy toll. The population data from both of the major services indicates that only one other coin has been certified in MS67, an NGC piece; which makes us pose another question: is that second piece a resubmission of this same coin?
Fully struck throughout, the surfaces are brilliant and highly lustrous with a frosted sheen over both obverse and reverse. As one would expect from a coin of this grade, there are no obvious abrasions on either side. The only remarkable features are both Mint-made, an area of partial die polish in the field to the left of the rock on the obverse, and several die striations in the reverse field above HALF DOL. Breathtaking quality.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2466

1853 50C Arrows and Rays MS66 NGC. Although the 1853 Arrows and Rays half dollar is a common issue with a mintage exceeding 3.5 million coins, most examples seen are in the lower reaches of AU or lower-end Uncirculated. In fact, of the examples certified at NGC, the most common grades (greatest numbers of certified coins) are AU58 and MS62-MS64. Many examples of the issue are darkly toned, or have excessive contact marks or indifferent luster. This piece, however, has thick, satinlike surfaces that are nearly flawless. In fact, the only surface anomalies we see are some pronounced clash marks on each side that occurred at the time of striking. The coin is fully brilliant and untoned with a soft silver-white appearance. The strike is adequate if not bold, with mentionable softness on stars 12 and 13 and LIberty's exposed foot near the rim. Radiant cartwheel luster abounds on both sides, and it is difficult to imagine an example of the issue that offers more eye appeal than the present example.
High-grade type coins have been on a price tear the last couple of years, despite the rockiness that has struck so many non-numismatic areas (and selected areas of the numismatic market, mostly generic coins and more-modern issues). First-year type coins, such as the present piece, however, not only are perennial favorites among large segments of the collecting public, but they also appear to have a future that is equally bright. Census: 14 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2467

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. Not only is this a conditionally rare issue that is seldom seen in any Mint State grade, but it also has an important provenance dating back to the 1890s, only 40 years after it was minted. Both sides have brilliant satin luster with splashes of pale gold, heather, and steel toning. All of the design features are boldly defined. Only the presence of a minor hairline and a few surface ticks keep it from a higher grade.
Both sides have light clash marks at the center, and each side has one or more minor die cracks. On the obverse, from the border into the field between stars 11 and 12, and on the reverse through TED STA and also from the border to the wing grazing the upper left serif of U. This final crack was not mentioned in the Eliasberg catalog.
Ex: E.S. Norris Collection (S.H. & H. Chapman, 5/1894); J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate via Stack's (1942); Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1957.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2468

1854 50C Arrows MS66 PCGS. The infrequency with which this short-lived type appears as a Premium Gem should result in strong bids for this, a brilliant-white survivor of the 1854-P production. The luster quality is typically strong for the assigned grade. All features shimmer with a softly frosted texture. Abrasions are at a minimum, although several small milling marks on Liberty's chest and neck appear, along with interesting clash marks in the obverse field and surrounding the eagle on the reverse. As a future identifier, a barely visible diagonal toning streak runs from star 10 to the base of Liberty. A small network of die cracks runs through the base of all digits of the date, the left arrowhead, and up through the rock. This piece is uncommonly well struck for the type, with no ill-defined features. Certified in a green-label holder. Population: 6 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2469

1854-O 50C Arrows MS68 NGC. The generous mintage exceeding 5 million pieces and a high subsequent survival rate--no doubt due to their lowered silver content--makes the 1854-O Arrows half dollar issue a treasure both for variety specialists and type collectors. Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert have identified dozens of obverse and reverse dies for this issue (unsurprisingly), making a total of at least 20 die marriages. The authors believe that the arrows were punched into a master obverse die, thus there is no variation in their placement.
Examples of this date are usually found in the circulated grades up to AU or so. Gem examples are occasionally found, but anything in higher grade is downright rare. In MS68, the grade of the present piece, NGC has only certified 10 examples for the entire Seated half type. This piece is tied with one other 1854-O in MS68. The obverse shows highly lustrous surfaces that has alternating streaky copper-gold and steel-blue colors. The reverse shows deeper layers of the same coloration, running in diagonal streaks. As expected, there are no contact marks of any significance, and the strike is excellent for an O-mint Seated half of the period. An essential acquisition for the Registry Set collector, type enthusiast, or series specialist. Census: 2 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2470

1865 50C MS66 NGC. Variegated forest-green and chestnut-gold toning embraces this lustrous and exceptionally preserved Premium Gem. The strike is uncommonly sharp, even on often-indistinct areas such as the eagle's ankles and Liberty's hair. Business strike silver and gold coins struck in Philadelphia during the Civil War years are all elusive, due to contemporary hoarding and melting activities. This outstanding Premium Gem is a souvenir of the important year in American history that witnessed the end of the Civil War and the first Presidential assassination. Housed in an earlier generation holder. Census: 4 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: The Silbermünzen Collection (Heritage, 6/2008), lot 697.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2471

1869 50C MS66 PCGS. WB-101. Throughout the various Seated Liberty series, from half dimes to silver dollars, there are a number of outright rarities, and many other condition rarities. The 1869 Seated half dollar falls in the latter category, with a mintage of just 795,300 coins. Take a look at the current certified population of the 1869 half through the combined reports of NGC and PCGS: 105 pieces in all circulated grades, 90 pieces in MS60 to MS64, eight in MS65, and just one, the present specimen, in MS66. It is the single finest 1869 half dollar that has ever been certified by NGC or PCGS.
Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert report only one distinctive variety for the date, with the 18 recut. These authors reported documenting six different die marriages, although the remaining five are simply positional varieties of the date. A study of date locations and varieties of these coins would require the establishment of a reference number system much like Bob Grellman established for the late-date large cent book.
This gorgeous Premium Gem has ivory color over most of the obverse and reverse surfaces, accompanied by splashes of lime-green, pale blue, and gold. The strike is exceptional, with Liberty's hair, hands, sandal, and all stars are boldly defined. The eagle is similarly sharp, including bold claws. Population: 1 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2472

1870-CC 50C XF45 PCGS. The 1870-CC is probably the most challenging Carson City half dollar in terms of overall rarity (although the 1878-CC is a close rival), and it is unquestionably the rarest in high grades. The strike on this piece is average for the grade, with BER in LIBERTY (which are typically weak) uncommonly well detailed. The coin has a bright, light gray appearance with deeper accents around and within the recesses of the devices. This offering presents an important opportunity to acquire an outstanding quality 1870-CC Seated half dollar. Population: 7 in 45, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2473

1870-CC 50C AU58 NGC. In the earliest years of the Carson City Mint, the half dollar was the most heavily produced denomination, appropriately enough for a facility in what is now popularly called the Silver State. Rusty Goe, in The Mint on Carson Street, notes that there were more 1870-CC half dollars coined than there were pieces made for all other denominations combined.
Despite the substantial mintage, the 1870-CC half dollar experienced heavy attrition like its fellows, and only a tiny fraction of the mintage has survived. It is scarce in any grade and a condition rarity at any level above VF. Goe further notes about the 1870-CC half dollar: "This is one of the most rewarding dates in the wide-spectrum of U.S. coinage to own. Well preserved, problem-free circulated examples will always command a premium."
This sharply struck representative has strong, liquid luster beneath rich patina, a mix of pale steel-gray and gold-orange. The devices are boldly struck, and only a touch of rub across the high points precludes an even finer designation. A few small ticks are scattered in the fields, but in the context of this coin's rarity and overall eye appeal, those flaws are trivial. A memorable opportunity for the Carson City collector, not to be missed. It ranks third in the combined certified population, since it is the only AU58 coin graded by NGC or PCGS, and the two services have certified just one Mint State example apiece (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2474

1873-S 50C Arrows MS65 NGC. WB-101. The 1873-S Arrows is known from only a single die marriage, the reverse apparently having been impressed with a minute S mintmark that was not previously used in this series. This issue perhaps suffers among collectors because it lives in the shadow of its similarly dated No Arrows counterpart, an example of which has yet to be confirmed. Seated half dollar specialists, however, fully realize that the '73-S Arrows (228,000 pieces produced) is a conditionally challenging date that is downright rare in the finer Mint State grades.
It has been our experience that the 1873-S Arrows half dollar is a carefully produced issue. The present representative is no exception, the definition being sharp over all features save for the eagle's left (facing) leg and the upper arrow feather on the reverse. Both sides are equally lustrous with a satiny texture that is free of even a single outwardly distracting abrasion. A tiny tick in the reverse field above the eagle's left (facing) wing is mentioned solely for pedigree concerns. Census: 3 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2475

1874-CC 50C Arrows MS64 PCGS. Though the change in weight established for minor silver in 1873 was far smaller than the alteration made in 1853, the Mint saw fit to use the arrows device once more to mark the new-tenor pieces. Carson City struck precious few coins with those arrows, particularly in 1874; it made only dimes and half dollars that year, both of which are highly elusive. Stated production for the latter denomination amounted to a mere 59,000 pieces; while the facility was far busier minting coins in 1874 than it had been in any prior year, most of those pieces were gold, and Trade dollars made up the bulk of the silver.
As Rusty Goe states in his The Mint on Carson Street, "Choice to Gem Uncirculated specimens [of the 1874-CC half dollar] are prohibitively scarce," and recent data from the PCGS Population Report confirms this, with just three MS64 listings and only two finer examples (3/09). Goe suggests that even these small numbers may be inflated by resubmissions, and even if they are not, the total "... does not come close to meeting demand. For it is safe to say that small crowds are waiting on the sidelines for every high grade specimen that enters the market."
Certainly, the Carson City enthusiast should not stay on the sidelines when this fabulous near-Gem comes up for auction. It offers powerful, swirling luster with a hint of frostiness on the beautifully detailed central devices. A delicate golden aura graces parts of the otherwise silver-white surfaces. Remarkably appealing, even by the standards of the grade assigned, and an important opportunity for the dedicated collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2476

1878-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Ex: Pryor. The 1878-S half dollar is the recognized key to the entire Seated Liberty half series. The tiny mintage is recorded as 12,000 coins, an emission (or omission) no doubt due to the Bland-Allison Act of 1878 that required the production of millions of Morgan silver dollars. In 1878, the San Francisco Mint produced just shy of 10 million of the new silver dollar coins. The previous year, that same facility had produced nearly 6 million 1877-S Seated Liberty halves. (The production of quarters is fairly similar: From 9 million 1877-S quarters, the 1878-S Seated quarters only saw a production of 140,000 coins.)
Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert, in their 1993 masterwork on Seated half dollars (unfortunately all but unavailable today), project a survivorship of 48 pieces, with 16 examples ranging from AU58 to MS64, 16 from Fine 12 to AU55, and 16 from Fair 2 to VG10. Remembering that there may a few pieces that remain uncertified--perhaps a dozen or so--that estimate rings true today (if not the precise grading), as there are about three dozen examples certified at NGC and PCGS combined, less duplicates.
The present example is simply a fabulous coin for either type or complete set/Registry Set purposes. It is fully struck throughout and the fields are prooflike, a trait common to many Mint State survivors although unrecognized on the PCGS insert. The fields flash strongly through the reddish-golden toning that covers each side. Just a bit of pale blue is seen around the reverse rim.
An authenticating die marker present on all genuine specimens is plain on the present coin--a small reverse die chip at the top left of the leftmost vertical stripe.
This coin is worth a whopping 10-point bonus in the PCGS Liberty Seated Half Dollars Basic Set, Circulation Strikes (1839-1891) Registry Set, an honor it shares with the 1870-CC and 1853-O No Arrows issues. Interestingly, the issue is so rare that none of the top four All-Time Finest PCGS Registry sets contained/contains an example. Astute collectors of Seated Liberty coinage will recognize this piece for the remarkable opportunity that it presents and act accordingly. Numerous current and former catalogers have also commented on its remarkable resemblance to a true proof or specimen striking. Seated Liberty half dollar specialist Bill Bugert remarks concerning the present coin that he believes it is the third finest known. Certified in a green-label holder. Population: 2 in 64, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: Charles H. Patten Collection (Stack's, 5/1973), lot 418, which brought $6,750; James Bennett Pryor Collection (Bowers and Merena, 1/1996), lot 237, which garnered $70,400; Dr. Robert W. Swan Collection (Bowers and Merena, 3/2004), lot 1510, which realized $92,000.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2477

1879 50C MS68 NGC. After the 1878 passage of a silver purchase act that directed the federal government to buy silver and coin it into dollars, production of subsidiary silver coins slowed to a trickle; in 1879, for example, Philadelphia alone minted half dollars, with a miserly production of just 4,800 business strikes. This Superb Gem survivor is easily one of the most breathtaking representatives imaginable, sharply struck with bold, flashy luster and hints of wateriness in the fields. Essentially untoned save for a slight hint of pink on the eagle on the reverse. Census: 1 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2478

1879 50C MS68 PCGS. The Philadelphia Mint was more than usually monomaniacal in 1879, as spewing out millions of Morgan dollars was its sole preoccupation. Any other denomination, including the Seated half dollar, was a distinct afterthought. So it is that only 4,800 business strikes were manufactured--a mere four times the number of proofs produced. Fortunately, astute collectors of the era appear to have saved some of those low-mintage Seated halves, so the present wondrous coin is available to collectors. The silver-white surfaces are so pristine that the piece could nearly pass for a true proof, but the surfaces are coated with thick mint frost rather than possessing a mirrored prooflike appearance. The strike is essentially full, and there is no bothersome contact, as expected for the grade. This piece is one of only two coins certified MS68 at PCGS, and there are none finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2479

1882 50C MS68 NGC. While the Bland-Allison Act spurred the purchase and coinage of vast quantities of silver, practically all of the metal went toward dollar production, and minor coinage suffered comparative neglect. In 1882, for example, the year's production of half dollars amounted to just 4,400 pieces, a trifling quantity compared to the 11.1 million silver dollars struck at Philadelphia during the year.
A delicate melange of gold, rose, sea-green, and amber patina graces both sides of this amazing coin, which has boldly impressed devices and vibrant, partly reflective luster. Even under strong magnification, the surfaces betray only the most insignificant of flaws. In addition to its status as one of the two finest known halves from 1882 (one at NGC and one at PCGS), this stupendous representative is one of just six total With Motto Seated halves awarded the MS68 grade by NGC, with none finer for the series (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2480

1888 50C MS67 PCGS. The low 1880s half dollar circulation strike mintage was due to the implementation of the Bland-Allison Act of 1878 that required mints to purchase vast amounts of silver bullion for the production of silver dollars.
The 12,001-piece 1888 half is extremely difficult to locate in the Superb Gem level of preservation. Both sides are awash in potent luster and are devoid of toning. Except for the usual softness in the hair atop Liberty's head and the adjacent stars, the design elements are sharply struck. Impeccably preservation characterizes both faces. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

Proof Seated Half Dollars

2481

1839 50C No Drapery PR65 NGC. This issue has always ranked among the most desirable early proofs, combining extreme rarity with its status as a single year design type, and the first year of issue for a major design group. For many years a widely held belief was the existence of just three proof examples of this issue, based on the 1977 work of Walter Breen, along with his earlier writings. However, to make matters worse, one of the coins that Breen recorded as a proof was clearly a business strike. Only the Reed Hawn coin and the F.C.C. Boyd specimen were actual proofs. Others have been discovered, and today there are five known proofs.
Each of the true proof 1839 No Drapery half dollars have a fine die crack through the base of HALF DOL., continuing faintly through the tops of MERICA. Light clash marks are evident within the spaces of the vertical shield stripes, and several of the vertical lines extend into the horizontal cross bars. This reverse die was used for both proofs and business strikes, so it is unreliable as a diagnostic. There are no characteristics that will aid in differentiating between proofs and business strikes, aside from the quality of production. Notes about the dies: the obverse has the shield point over the space between the 1 and 8. The date is rather small, and high above the border, slightly closer to the rock. The left base of the 1 is over the right curve of a dentil. There appears to be an extremely short, diagonal die line extending down from the bottom right base of the 1.
This gorgeous Gem has pale gold at the centers, with intermingled violet and sea-green at the borders. Both sides are wonderfully well detailed, with deeply mirrored fields around the lustrous devices. A few minor hairlines are consistent with the grade. The following roster, adopted from previous research by our staff and others, presents a record of the five known examples.

1. PR65 NGC. Possibly the 1948 ANA example. The present specimen.

2. PR64 PCGS. Reed Hawn (Stack's, 8/1973), lot 125; Bowers and Merena (8/1999), lot 199; Goldberg Coins (2/2001), lot 1752; 2002 ANA Sale (Superior, 8/1992), lot 973; Heritage (1/2004), lot 5941; Richmond Collection (David Lawrence, 3/2005); Heritage (1/2007), lot 988.

3. PR62 NGC. F.C.C. Boyd (World's Greatest Collection, Numismatic Gallery, 4/1945), lot 246; 1946 ANA (Abe Kosoff), lot 812; Stack's (3/1965), lot 440; 1976 ANA (Stack's, 8/1976), lot 1172; Stack's (12/1985), lot 942; Worrell Collection (Superior, 9/1993), lot 712; Phil Kaufman Collection (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 2376.

4. PR63 PCGS. Heritage (9/2002), lot 13257; Heritage (12/2002), lot 19261.

5. Proof. Stack's (10/1996), lot 300. Unknown previous pedigree.

Additional appearances:
Will W. Neil (B. Max Mehl, 6/1947), lot 474; 1948 ANA, lot 1766.

2482

1846 50C Medium Date PR63 PCGS. We are aware of about a dozen proof 1846 Medium Date half dollars, and a single 1846 Tall Date, as enumerated in our January 2009 FUN sale at lot 3862. There are at least two, and possibly three, die varieties known for the Medium Date proofs. This example is an early die state from a perfect, uncracked reverse die. At least two of the other proofs have reverse die cracks, and the cracks seem to be in different positions. Little past research has been conducted in die varieties of early proof coins.
This pleasing proof, from the Queller Collection, has moderately reflective surfaces beneath deep magenta and iridescent toning on both sides. Every design point on each side is boldly detailed including Liberty's head and foot, all of the star centers, and the eagle's feathers and talons.
Ex: Lester Merkin (2/1971), lot 744; Stack's (1/1974), lot 1440; Stack's (2/1982), lot 1629; Queller Collection (Stack's, 10/2002), lot 497; Heritage (2/2007), lot 3509.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2483

1847 50C PR64 NGC. Ex: Pittman-Kaufman. An exacting strike imparts bold definition to the design elements on the near-Gem proof, including complete separation of Liberty's foot and sandal, and crispness on all the star centrils, Liberty's hair, and the eagle's plumage. While both sides appear untoned at first glance, hints of soft tan-gray color show up under magnification. The surfaces are nearly pristine, save for some fine hairlines revealed under magnification. A minute mark just below the elbow of the left (facing) arm is mentioned solely for pedigree purposes. In sum, a sharp coin that combines remarkable rarity with numismatic history. Census: 4 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2484

1854 50C PR65 PCGS. The middle-19th century Arrows silver proofs are elusive and highly desirable, representing a brief two-year design type only struck in 1854 and 1855 (1853-1855 in the case of half dimes and dimes). In the case of the half dollars, PCGS has only certified two examples as PR65 (the other is an 1855/4 overdate), with none finer. This Gem proof 1854 half is beautifully and deeply toned in lilac, russet, and bluish-green, with fully mirrored fields and underlying cameo contrast. Population: 1 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2485

1855 50C PR64 Cameo NGC. CAC. The present sale has a small selection of nice pre-1858 proof rarities, and the present example of the Arrows half dollar type ranks among the most attractive, with excellent cameo contrast on both sides. While the upper obverse stars are weak, the balance of obverse and reverse design elements are sharp and boldly defined. Although a few hairlines and tiny contact marks are evident, it is a lovely proof with light silver surfaces and peripheral gold toning. In all grades NGC has only certified eight proof 1855 half dollars, including four Cameo proofs and four non-Cameo pieces. Census: 1 in 64 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2486

1855/854 50C PR63 NGC. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. FS-301, formerly FS-005, WB-102. The Cherrypickers' Guide correctly notes that the date was "punched over an 854" and says "this is certainly one of the top three varieties in the series." The first 5 in the date shows repunching on the ball, and the second 5 clearly shows the crossbar of the underlying 4 in the loop, just above the ball. The upper loop of the 8 shows repunching at its left side.
Walter Breen knew of just three proof examples of this issue, stating that proofs were discovered by Q. David Bowers. In the last decade or so we have offered a few pieces and done extensive research into the roster of known specimens, and we believe the total proofs known of this issue now stands at eight pieces. Aside from the repunching on the date, other diagnostics of this rare proof delivery include:
--The upper and lower loops of the 8 in the date are open.
--There is a tiny rust pit on the upright of the 1 in the date, to the right of the crossbar.
--Scattered die file marks appear within the white stripes of the reverse shield, which fade on later strikings.
--Die file marks show in the reverse field between the tip of the eagle's left (facing) wing and the olive leaves.
--The eagle's right (facing) wing tip connects to the uppermost arrow shaft.

The present coin from the Reiver Collection displays all of these diagnostics, except the first, with remnants of the underdate evident under the final three digits. This example also exhibits remnants of the previous date on the top surface of the final digits, as well as the arrowheads.
It is believed that approximately 23 proof 1855 Arrows Seated halves are extant, at least three of which (per Wiley and Bugert) are from the 1855/854 overdate die. This pleasing proof is appreciably bright in the fields, with hazy silver toning on both sides. All devices are sharply impressed, and there are no overly distracting blemishes. A tiny diagonal mark in the reverse field, between the top of the left wing and the beak, will serve for pedigree purposes.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2487

1860 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. A generous 1,000 proof half dollars were struck in 1860. As might be expected, NGC and PCGS have certified a fair number of pieces. Coins with a Cameo finish are few and far between, however. Indeed, the two services have graded only 24 Cameo specimens.
This Superb Gem is one of only five Cameos so graded, with none finer. Light golden-orange patina frames the obverse periphery, while the reverse shows a mixture of electric-blue and purple at the margins, ceding to light golden-orange on the remaining areas. The design elements are lightly frosted and sharply struck, and are nicely highlighted by the mirrored fields. An occasional faint hairline in the fields does not detract in the least from the coin's overall eye appeal. Census: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).

2488

1883 50C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Ex: The Stokely Collection. The Seated Liberty half dollar business strikes from 1879-1890 (as well as the quarters and some of the dimes) have suffered from benign neglect by all but series specialists, as their miserly mintages--due to the enormous Morgan silver dollar coinages of that era--have gone largely unrecognized. The effect of this has been to put added pressure on the proof issues from collectors seeking a choice example. In the case of the 1883 Seated half, only 8,000 business strikes were coined, compared to 1,039 proofs.
This silver-white specimen offers spectacularly brilliant, untoned surfaces with black-on-silver contrast against the snowy devices. This coin is essentially pristine and extremely well executed. A trivial contact "dot" in the left obverse field, between stars 2 and 3, is mentioned for pedigree purposes. Population: 2 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

Barber Half Dollars

2489

1892-O 50C SP66 ★ NGC. When Walter Breen compiled his definitive study of proof coinage in 1977 (updated in 1989), he included chapters covering branch mint proofs struck in New Orleans, San Francisco, Carson City, and Denver. Among New Orleans pieces were the 1895-O and 1898-O half dollars, the only two dates of the Barber half dollar series that he identified as proofs. Breen wrote: "Many of the employees of branch mints went to them from Philadelphia where they would have learned the techniques for making proofs. Any branch mint could have struck proofs, though there is no evidence that Charlotte or Dahlonega actually did. Facilities for buffing dies, strip, or blanks certainly existed, or could be improvised, and the trick of replacing a coin onto the lower die within the collar was well known." Authentication as a true branch mint proof, according to Breen, was the same as for Philadelphia Mint proofs.
The New Orleans Mint operated from 1838 until 1861, when it was closed at the beginning of the Civil War. During that period, numerous proofs were coined, beginning with the famous 1838-O half dollar. After the Mint reopened in 1879, a smaller number of branch mint proofs were produced, mostly Morgan dollars.
Among Barber half dollars, a few amazing prooflike examples appeared in the Eliasberg Collection, including an 1892-O of nearly equal quality to the present piece and an 1897-O of undeniable beauty. The existence of two similar quality 1892-O half dollars actually seems to lend credence to the possibility of these pieces being intentional branch mint proofs. They were also the first Barber half dollars and the first half dollars struck in New Orleans since 1861. Discussing the Eliasberg coin, Dave Bowers wrote: "It is not difficult to envision a scenario in which on the first day of striking this new design at the New Orleans Mint some special pieces were made for presentation."
This example was clearly minted with great care. The planchet was undoubtedly polished to a highly mirrored finish, and the dies also show some evidence of polishing or special preparation. The nearly perfect strike shows weakness only at the junction of the right shield edge and the wing, and on the right (facing) claw and arrow feathers. Nearly identical weakness can be seen in the plate of the Eliasberg coin, further indicating that the two pieces were probably struck at the same time. The obverse die is perfect, while a few faint die cracks are barely visible on the reverse. Such die cracks may suggest that the coin was struck after initial examples from the die pair, although another possibility is that the die actually cracked before it was used to strike any coins. Slight evidence of a double strike, especially on a few reverse letters, lends further support to the branch mint proof hypothesis.
The obverse and reverse surfaces of this piece are clearly different than any other 1892-O half dollar that we have seen, again with the exception of the Eliasberg coin, and differ from any other Barber half dollar except the proofs. The coin is brilliant throughout, and the absence of color makes the finish of this piece accessible to all who view it. The fields are deep and shimmer with mirrorlike intensity, once again unlike the finish on any Barber half except a proof. The devices are frosted and, in fact, a Cameo designation would easily be justified.
Certified as a Specimen by NGC, there is ample evidence to suggest that this special half dollar was intentionally struck for a special purpose, probably as a branch mint proof.(Registry values: N4719)

2490

1893-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Satiny and attractively toned in a medley of cream-gray, antique-gold, heather, and sky-blue toning. The strike is uniformly sharp and only the presence of several faint marks on Liberty's cheek deny Gem status. The low mintage '93-S Barber half lacks the immense popularity of its more famous Morgan dollar counterpart, but is actually of comparable rarity in Choice Uncirculated and finer condition. Just 740,000 pieces were produced in the second year of the series, and it is uncertain that there were any Barber half collectors that would have deliberately saved Mint State examples from the San Francisco Mint. Population: 15 in 64, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2491

1894-O 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Duckor/Akers. The 1894-O Barber half dollar is not a low-mintage issue by the standards of the series, with a mintage of more than 2.1 million pieces. However, as aficionados of this series are well aware, Barber halves are exponentially more difficult to collect in Mint State than Barber quarters, which in turn are much more elusive than Barber dimes. An eight-digit (tens of millions) mintage figure for a Barber dime is not at all uncommon, and in fact in the later years of the series, even the Denver branch mint approached that level.
By contrast, most of the issues in the Barber half series are in the range of 1 million-2 million, and 21 issues have mintages under 1 million pieces each. Only a single Barber half issue, the 1908-O, has a mintage in excess of 5 million coins.
Mintage figures aside, the present coin is clearly among the most appealing and highest-grade survivors of the 1894-O issue. PCGS has certified only two coins at the MS66 level, with three pieces finer (3/09). Radiant luster emanates from the splendid silver-gold surfaces, which deepen to amber at the rims. The strike is typical for an O-mint Barber half, bold at the rims but with softness on the high points of Liberty and the right shield corner, nearby wing, and lower right claws on the reverse. There is little visible contact, and the eye appeal is enormous. A memorable example destined for a fine collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2492

1896-O 50C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Thaine B. Price. A truly exceptional specimen and one of the very finest to survive of this elusive date and mint. The surfaces are quite attractive, with strong luster and no distracting nicks or marks. The reverse is particularly smooth. Lightly toned with a blush of russet-gold near the periphery. For an 1896-O, this coin is well struck, although the fletchings and right shield corner lack complete detail. These areas are always seen with some degree of softness in the strike for this date and mint. No die cracks or clashes are seen, similar to the Eliasberg coin. When it comes to rarity, this date has long been known to be one of the most difficult to locate in true Gem condition. David Lawrence rates this issue second only to the 1904-S in the series in overall Mint State rarity. A review of the great auction sales of the past decades will turn up few that can compare to the present coin. When David Akers last cataloged the present coin, he noted that it was surpassed only by the Eliasberg specimen, a piece that, like many of the Eliasberg coins, originated with numismatist J.M. Clapp, who purchased it directly from the New Orleans Mint in August 1896 (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997, lot 2077). An important opportunity for the advanced Barber specialist. While there is a single MS67 piece now certified at PCGS, we would not be at all surprised to find that to be the Eliasberg coin, making this splendid piece still second (and not by much) in the Condition Census for the issue. Population: 2 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Dr. Thaine B. Price Collection (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 137; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 4212, which realized $29,900; ANA Signature (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1705, which brought $51,750.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2493

1897-S 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Duckor/Akers. Both the New Orleans and San Francisco Barber halves of 1897 saw mintages under 1 million coins each, an easy and memorable cutoff point for many of the low-mintage issues of the era in various series. While the 1897-O half dollars were manufactured to the extent of 632,000 coins, the 1897-S emission was about 50% larger, at 933,900 pieces. Nonetheless, both issues are considered among the well-known keys to the Barber half collection today.
The coins were made only four years after Augustus B. Heaton published his celebrated treatise on Mint Marks, a chef-d'oeuvre that would forever alter the landscape of American coin collecting. However, it was another couple of decades before collecting coins by mintmark gained a serious foothold in America, and so it is that the few 1897-S Barber halves that exist today in high grade mostly were saved by fate rather than foresight. At the near-Gem level PCGS has certified about equal numbers of the two issues, but the 1897-S is rarer at the MS65 level, with only eight examples (or occurrences) graded versus 14 for the 1897-O. In MS66 PCGS shows three 1897-Os, with two in MS67 and one in MS68. For the 1897-S, there are two pieces in MS66, with four in MS67 and none finer.
The present MS66 example boasts splendid, highly lustrous surfaces that are evenly silver-gold on both sides, with a couple of small areas of deeper color. The radiant luster contributes significantly to this coin's high eye appeal. Fortunately, the 1897-S half dollars are generally better struck than the 1897-O coins. In this case, that translates to complete separation of the hair all along the forehead and good articulation throughout the details of Liberty and the peripheral stars on the obverse. On the reverse, only minor softness typical for the type is noted at the upper right shield corner and nearby wing. A couple of insignificant contact marks on Liberty's cheek and neck all perhaps all that keep this piece from the Superb Gem level, but it appears close. Population: 2 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2494

1901-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Typically well struck with shimmering, monochromatic surfaces that are coated with light olive-tan and ice-blue patina on each side. Only 847,044 pieces were struck of the 1901-S half dollar. Writing in 1991 in his Complete Guide to Barber Halves, David Lawrence stated that the 1901-S is: "Scarce above VG. Historically, considered the scarcest date in the set in MS and still tough. However, recent enumeration by the certification services place it third (after the 1904-S and 1896-O)." Population: 5 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2495

1905 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Duckor/Price. The 1905 Barber half is one of those several little-noticed P-mint issues that have mintages under 1 million coins. The 1905 was produced to the extent of 662,000 coins, an amount only slightly more than the semikey 1897-O issue.
In the Dr. Thaine B. Price Collection catalog, Akers wrote of this piece, "The coin is boldly struck with a sharp square edge, full mint frost and great luster. It has beautiful medium speckled reddish-gold and blue-green toning. The surfaces are extremely clean, nearly pristine, in fact, with only a couple of tiny marks that are hidden under the toning. In terms of eye appeal and overall appearance, this splendid coin is absolutely first-rate. Most of the attention in the Barber Half Dollar series is focused on the rare mintmarked issues, but the Philadelphia Mint issues from 1901-1905 are actually just as rare as most of the rare branch mint issues." A nearly unsurpassable example. Superb Gem 1905 half dollars have appeared in our auctions a mere seven times over the past 16 years, and we have never offered a finer example. Population: 2 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dr. Thaine B. Price (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 163.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Barber Half Dollars

2496

1897 50C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. This brilliant proof shows unfathomable depth of mirrored reflectivity in the fields which go completely "black" when the coin is angled away from the viewer. The devices are snow-white, giving the coin that always desirable white-on-black contrast. The surfaces are essentially flawless, with only occasional hints of white patina present close to the portrait. In sum, an outstanding Superb Gem representative that offers an excellent opportunity for series enthusiasts in general and Registry collectors in particular. Population: 10 in 67 Deep Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2497

1899 50C PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. An exquisitely preserved survivor from the waning years of the cameo-era Barber silver coinage, sharply struck with moderate frost across the obverse devices and even bolder contrast on the reverse. Only a hint of charcoal-gray toning near 4 o'clock at the obverse rim offers any variation from the silver-white color found elsewhere. The mirrors on each side are fathomless and virtually faultless, with only the occasional curling lintmark visible in the fields. The series enthusiast would be well-advised to consider this top-flight 19th century specimen.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

2498

1917-D 50C Obverse MS66 PCGS. With obverse toning ranging from champagne to burgundy and a reverse color pattern reminiscent of cream (in the centers) and coffee (in the peripheries), this vibrantly colored and highly lustrous Walker is a treat for the eyes. Only a minimum of surface chatter is evident, and it is tough to see without magnification, affecting the visual effect of the coin not in the slightest. The strike is reasonably strong, with Liberty's thumb full, but a bit of weakness in the center skirt lines. This is easily the scarcer of the two varieties of the 1917-D half dollar, and is unknown in higher grades than this coin's MS66. Advanced date collectors will want to carefully consider adding this beauty to their collections. Population: 4 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2499

1917-D 50C Reverse MS65 PCGS. A scarce and underrated issue in higher grades, the 1917-D Reverse has a much higher mintage than its Obverse counterpart. However, fewer examples were set aside at the time of issue, and today the Reverse coins are ranked fourth out of the 65-coin series. The devices are sharply struck on each side, with the usual softness on the skirt lines that is common to almost all early Walkers. The mint luster is satiny and especially vibrant, and there is just the slightest hint of golden toning on each side. An outstanding example of this scarce early Walker and one of the finest known. Population: 32 in 65, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2500

1917-S 50C Obverse MS65 PCGS. When the first Walkers were coined in 1916, the branch mint issues had their mintmarks on the obverse, just below the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. This trend continued into the first weeks of 1917. The mintmark was moved to the reverse in February of that year. Mint director F.J.H. von Engelken issued a verbal order to change the mintmark location from the obverse to the reverse, stating that "the obverse mintmark had the appearance of a defect in the die and was entirely too prominent." The order was confirmed in writing on April 14, 1917 by the new director, Raymond T. Baker. This example is a splendid Gem with pale champagne toning over frosty luster. The design details are quite sharp for this early issue. This is nearly the finest available quality, as indicated by the PCGS population data. Population: 36 in 65, 3 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (7/2002), lot 8581; Heritage (11/2004), lot 6880.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2501

1917-S 50C Reverse MS66 NGC. From a respectable mintage of 5.5 million pieces, the 1917-S Reverse Mintmark half dollar is surprisingly rare in Mint State grades. The issue circulated readily at the time of release, and few examples were saved by collectors. Fewer than 60 specimens are estimated to exist today at or above the Gem level, rare in the context of this series.
The present coin is a beautifully preserved specimen, with vibrant luster and an almost unheard-of technical grade for this issue. The centers are minimally toned save for an occasional glimpse of tan. Aside from a touch of weakness at the usual central trouble spots, this is a well-defined Premium Gem that offers amazing visual appeal. A coin that merits careful consideration by the series specialist. Census: 2 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2502

1917-S 50C Reverse MS67 NGC. The movement of the mintmark from the obverse to the reverse of the Walking Liberty half was apparently recommended by Mint Director F.J.H. von Engelken as a matter of personal objection. Curiously, it was not until after von Engelken left the Mint that the mintmark change was ordered and completed. According to a Coin World article, Mint Superintendent Adam Joyce wrote to the new Mint director about the mintmark change on April 6, 1917:

"In looking over our files, I find that former Director von Engelken failed to confirm his verbal instructions with regard to the change in the position of the of the mint mark on the new design half dollar. I would therefore thank you to have this confirmation sent me, as of February 14th."

It had been von Engelken's belief that the mintmark was too prominently placed on the obverse and appeared like a die defect. The change was swiftly completed, but not before one lot of dies had been made to the San Francisco facility with the obverse mintmark. A massive 5.55 million pieces were struck with the new reverse mintmark dies, but few were set aside. Most survivors are circulated and even low-end Uncirculated coins are difficult to locate. This piece is the finest certified at both of the major services (2/09).
The surfaces are brilliant, with the slightly fine-grained texture seen on all Walking Liberty halves from this decade. The design elements are sharp for the issue, with nearly complete definition on each side. The surfaces are exceptionally well preserved and show no obvious defects.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2503

1918-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Charles Schultz. More than 10.2 million half dollars were produced at the San Francisco Mint in 1918. Yet the 1918-S is seldom offered in any Mint State grade, let alone at the MS65 level. Either the official mintage figure is incorrect (which is highly unlikely) or the 1918-S was not preserved in significant numbers at the time of issue (which is most certainly the case). Strike is also a factor in explaining the high grade rarity of this early S-mint Walker. Few coins, whether they are Gems or not, display the overall sharpness of detail found on both sides of the present representative. Liberty's hand is sharp and nearly full, and there is soft detail on the eagle's trailing leg feathers. The softly frosted surfaces are covered in delicate gold and champagne iridescence in a subtle manner. Simply put, this coin belongs in a fine collection. Population: 28 in 65, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2504

1919-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Armistice Day, November 11, 1918, finally marked the end of World War I. Since 1914, much of America's economy had been bolstered by manufacturing and production for the war effort. Now, due to the slackening need for war-related supplies, the economy began to soften as the United States entered a period of isolationism. Congress passed the Volstead Act, a.k.a. "Prohibition," the prohibition of manufacture of alcoholic beverages. Imports and exports of all goods dropped noticeably.
Several years earlier, President Theodore Roosevelt was disgusted with the coin designs in circulation at the time and made it his mission to have all the coinage redesigned. Roosevelt was especially interested in gold coinage, but his wishes also brought about the Lincoln cent in 1909, the Buffalo nickel in 1913, and silver coins, all in 1916. Adolph A. Weinman, the designer of the Mercury dime, also prepared the half dollar design. Many consider it one of the most beautiful silver coins ever produced by the U.S. Mint and one of the two most beautiful of all coinage designs, along with the Saint-Gaudens double eagle. Even our present government gave a nod to those designs, choosing each for the recent American Eagle gold and silver coins introduced in 1986.
At the time, a discussion of the new designs appeared in the Annual Report of the Director of the Mint:

"The design of the half dollar bears a full length figure of Liberty, the folds of the Stars and Stripes flying to the breeze as a background, progressing in full stride toward the dawn of a new day, carrying the branches of laurel and oak, symbolical of civil and military glory. The hand of the figure is outstretched in bestowal of the spirit of Liberty. The reverse of the half dollar shows an eagle perched high upon a mountain crag, his wings unfolded, fearless in spirit and conscious of his power. Springing from a rift in the rock is a sapling of mountain pine, symbolical of America."

It was this commentary that prompted some to suggest various names for this coin: Liberty Walking; Liberty Striding; Walking Liberty; and Striding Liberty.
Among half dollars coined in the 20th century, the 1919 issues remain as some of the (conditionally) rarest. The Denver facility produced just 1.1 million coins; most of them were subsequently well worn from years in the channels of commerce, and during the Great Depression preceding the next World War. It is generally accepted among enthusiasts that the 1919-D is the rarest Walking Liberty half dollar at the fully struck Gem level of preservation.
The strike is the focal point on these often-soft issues. Although not absolutely full, on the present example there is clear definition of the thumb on Liberty's left hand. Her head is sharp, with only the most minor softness on the highest point, and her skirt lines are fully visible to the knee. Each feather is well delineated on the typically weak eagle's breast. The surfaces are smooth and satiny overall. For pedigree purposes we identify a few microscopic marks that are present but do not detract from the coin's amazing appearance: A group of tiny milling marks is present in the right field adjacent to the folds in Liberty's cape, and several ticks are seen on the eagle's lower legs. Both sides present a glistening snow-white appearance and are smooth and completely unspotted. The luster of this coin parallels the remarkable strike--intense and uninterrupted throughout.
We strongly encourage collectors who appreciate rarity, technical quality, and originality to be prepared to enter strong bids when this unsurpassable Premium Gem example crosses the auction block. This is the only MS66 PCGS example, and NGC has never certified one in such a lofty grade (2/09). It is the single finest certified 1919-D half dollar.
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 6903.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2505

1919-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg Collection. Half dollar production at the San Francisco Mint amounted to 1.5 million coins in 1919. While this is certainly a modest total for the Walking Liberty series, it is the highest mintage of the three 1919-dated issues. As specialists know, however, the 1919-S is considerably more difficult to locate in Mint State than the 1919-P, even though the latter issue has a lower original mintage. This is a technically sound and aesthetically appealing Gem whose fully lustrous surfaces are coated in subtle golden iridescence. There are neither toning spots nor singularly bothersome abrasions on either side. Although not full, the strike is well above-average for a Walking Liberty half from the California branch mint, and especially for a 1919-S. Solidly graded at the MS65 level, with eye appeal to spare. Population: 38 in 65, 11 finer (2/09).
Ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr., Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 2150; The Dr. Frank Lanza Collection of Walking Liberty Half Dollars (Heritage, 8/2004), lot 6490.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2506

1919-S 50C MS67 NGC. When we last offered this Superb Gem, we wrote that it is the single finest 1919-S Walker that has been certified by NGC, and it is numerically finer than any example ever certified by PCGS. That statement remains true today, nearly three years later.
Both sides of this Superb Gem are fully brilliant with highly lustrous surfaces. Light ivory color is accented by wisps of gold and iridescent toning, especially right along the borders on each side. A few tiny abrasions are visible in the right obverse field, but the surfaces are essentially flawless. It is sharply struck, as well. The upper skirt lines in Liberty's flowing gown are weakly defined as always, yet the thumb on her branch hand is boldly visible.
This issue has received relatively little attention, living in the shadow of its Denver Mint cousin. Sharply struck Gem or finer quality examples of the 1919-S Walker are true rarities, as most are weakly defined. Most numismatic advisors will recommend that just such a coin, a lovely Gem example with strong design details, be the goal of collectors. The connoisseur will want to consider this Superb Gem example, the only one of its kind, which offers so much more than a "mere" Gem. Census: 1 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (5/2002), lot 13619; The Robert Moreno Collection (Heritage, 7/2005), lot 10014; Heritage (11/2005), lot 2168; Heritage (7/2006), lot 2498.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2507

1920 50C MS66 PCGS. With a mintage well over 6.3 million pieces, the 1920 is a relatively nondescript issue in the lower circulated grades. Starting at the VF level, however, prices pick up compared to a date such as the 1917, and Gems are highly elusive. Between them, NGC and PCGS have graded only 18 MS66 coins (2/09), with none finer. This fantastic Premium Gem offers immense luster beneath dappled green-gold and sage patina that shows occasional ruby-violet accents. Well-defined and carefully preserved, easily among the most delightful examples imaginable, this is a top-notch Registry Set essential.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2508

1920 50C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Charles Schultz. The 1920 is one of the easier early-date Walking Liberty half dollars to locate in Mint State, at least through MS64. Gems can be obtained with patience and searching, but Premium Gems are elusive. Indeed, PCGS and NGC combined have graded fewer than 20 coins in MS66 (some of which are likely resubmitted pieces), and none finer.
Soft gray-violet patina is accented by yellow-green and sky-blue at the margins of this MS66 example. Powerful luster radiates from both sides, and a solid strike results in strong definition on the design elements. A few minute marks may well preclude an even higher grade. Population: 12 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2509

1920-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Ex: The Hiatt Collection. This piece offers exceptional quality for the issue, with a desirable sharp strike on Liberty's head. The luster is satiny throughout, and the surfaces are a delight to study. Rarely are the fields and devices found so close to perfection, especially when combined with such an early date. There are a couple of identifying marks, but they are well hidden by the skirt lines. One resides just above the sun on the leading edge of Liberty's skirt; another is found on her knee; and the last is on the outer back row of skirt lines, with each going roughly the same direction, aimed at 10 o'clock. The reverse has a minor nick on the wing below the C of AMERICA and another small nick on the eagle's neck. The fields and appearance of this coin are marvelously appealing, and one could scarcely imagine a more attractive example. The combined NGC and PCGS population reports show seven pieces graded as such, with none seen finer (2/09).
Ex: The William & Harrison Hiatt Registry Collection of Walking Liberty Half Dollars, Part One (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 30244.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2510

1920-S 50C MS65 PCGS. The typical soft strike of this early S-Mint Walker, and the 1920-S in particular, explains why there are so few high grade pieces available. Occasional Gem examples appear in the marketplace, including this coin but few collectors will ever have a chance to acquire a Premium Gem or Superb Gem.
Most of the striking definition is present on this solid example but what is even more impressive is the silky-smooth mint frost and full brilliance, two attributes that characterize this beautiful coin. There are no abrasions worthy of singular mention on either side. Population: 43 in 65, 4 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 6916.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2511

1921 50C MS65 PCGS. That the low-mintage 1921 half dollar is prized regardless of condition is hardly surprising, and the mean combined certified population grade of 32.0 (2/09) given to the issue is indicative of certification at virtually every imaginable state of preservation. On the high end of the scale is this Gem, an attractively lustrous example that is minimally marked with strong central detail for the issue. Shining surfaces show only occasional traces of gold-gray patina. A great example of an issue that is very scarce at the MS65 level and an extreme condition rarity any finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2512

1921-D 50C MS64 PCGS. What sort of company does this issue keep? In his August 21, 2001 Item of the Week column for Numismatic News, Paul M. Green wrote:

"There are many great 20th-century coins. The list includes things like the 1909-S Indian cent; 1909-S VDB Lincoln; the 1916-D Mercury dime; any number of Barber dimes, quarters and half dollars; and the 1916 Standing Liberty quarter. To that list of impressive company we should probably add the 1921-D Walking Liberty half dollar."

In recent years, as the Walking Liberty half dollar has gained in popularity, the 1921-D has come into its own, and coins such as this desirable near-Gem have become particularly prized. With above-average detail and strong, satiny luster beneath gold-orange and pale silver-gray patina, this piece offers grand eye appeal. PCGS has graded just 33 finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2513

1921-D 50C MS65 PCGS. The 1921-D has the lowest mintage of the famous triumvirate of Walking Liberty halves from this year, but the 1921-S, with a higher mintage, is the rarest Walking Liberty half in Mint State. The 1921-D is nonetheless rare in its own right: Jeff Ambio, in his recent treatise, says, "The 1921-D is not quite as rare as the 1919-D, 1919-S, or 1921-S in terms of total number of Mint State coins known. On the other hand, this issue is rarer than the 1919-S in high grades. A 1921-D that grades even MS-62 or MS-63 represents an extremely important buying opportunity in any numismatic market."
The present impressive Gem offers pale, even golden-lilac patina over each side, with exceptionally strong underlying mint luster. The strike, although generally bold, is just a trifle soft on the head of Liberty and the eagle's foreleg. The surfaces overall are remarkably clean and show no obvious marks. Population: 30 in 65, 3 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2514

1921-S 50C MS62 NGC. Both sides of this important piece have brilliant silver surfaces with frosty luster. The typical strike shows weakness at Liberty's head, and at the center of each side. While traces of friction are evident on the high points and defined the grade, there is no actual wear visible on either side. Considerable die polish can be seen around the entire obverse periphery, while the reverse has flowlines and minor die cracks. The 1921-S is the key Mint State rarity in the Walking Liberty series, with examples appearing infrequently. Nearly every finer example is held long-term in established collections.(Registry values: N4719)

2515

1921-S 50C MS64 PCGS. The 548,000-piece 1921-S half dollar mintage, the fifth lowest in the Walking Liberty series, was apparently not saved in significant numbers at the time of striking. Paul Green, in a December 11, 2007 Numismatic News article says: "The denomination was simply too high for most collectors, and dealers were not interested."
PCGS/NGC population data indicate that 1921-S half dollars are available from the Good to Fine levels of preservation, but become more difficult to obtain as the grade increases. Mint State specimens are especially elusive; indeed, the two services have graded fewer than 200 Uncirculated coins, a number of which are undoubtedly resubmissions.
In addition to its Mint State rarity, the typical 1921-S is less than fully struck, with Liberty's head and branch hand being particularly weak. In fact, many Walking Liberty specialists believe that it is almost impossible to locate a coin with even a minimum of separation between the thumb and index finger.
We do not contend that our near-Gem offering is fully struck, but Liberty's right (facing) thumb is completely separate from the index finger and displays partial separation from the adjacent branch. Moreover, the front portion of Liberty's face is sharp, as are the top of the cap and the lower gown lines. Both sides are awash in pleasing luster and display occasional whispers of light tan and violet-blue. A few minor handling marks barely prevent Gem classification. Population: 43 in 64, 17 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2516

1921-S 50C MS65 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint first opened its doors in 1854, following operation of the United States Assay Office before it. Original Mint operations beginning in 1854 were handled in a building that was acquired from Moffat and Company. The cornerstone for a second Mint building was laid in 1870, the doors opening four years later in November 1874, and the solidly built structure remained in operation until it was replaced in 1937. The Granite Lady still stands today, having survived the 1906 earthquake and others since that time. Today, care of the famous building is handled by the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society, with plans underway to operate a museum in the structure.
The 1921-S is the premier condition rarity in the Walking half dollar series, sharing the spotlight with the 1919-D in Gem or finer condition. However, this issue has only the fifth lowest mintage behind the 1916-S, 1921, 1921-D, and 1938-D half dollars. Other Walkers with mintages below 1 million coins were the 1916, 1917-D Obverse, 1917-S Obverse and 1919 issues. Despite its low mintage, the '21-S is actually a plentiful issue in the lowest circulated grades, and only becomes scarce when better than Fine. It becomes a condition rarity in AU or finer grades. In Gem quality there are few pieces to satisfy the demand of so many Set Registry collectors, and the connoisseur who wants only the finest will most likely have to accept an MS65 example, as there is only one finer PCGS certified coin.
The low mintage of the 1921 half dollars at all three mints, and the similar low mintages of other minor and small denomination silver coins in that year is directly attributed to the resumption of the Morgan silver dollar that was last produced in 1904. More than 20 million silver dollars were coined in Denver and more than 21 million were coined in San Francisco during the year, with almost 45 million minted in Philadelphia. The average San Francisco production was 40 coins per minute, assuming around the clock operations every day of the year. There was little time to do anything else. It is also possible that there was little demand for smaller denomination coins at the time, possibly explaining the low mintage, although the well circulated grade of nearly all surviving pieces might suggest otherwise.
The present Gem example, housed in a first generation PCGS holder, is lightly coated in golden patina. Under this thin veil of natural color, the surfaces are quite frosty with especially clean fields and show only a few trivial blemishes on Liberty's skirt. The strike is actually well executed for the issue if one keeps in mind the normal areas of mushiness on Liberty's head and the eagle's trailing leg feathers. Overall, this wonderfully preserved example has solid Gem credentials and would be a terrific centerpiece for the advanced collector of this popular series. Population: 16 in 65, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Ally Collection (Heritage, 7/2002), lot 8528.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2517

1923-S 50C MS65 PCGS. This upper-end coin is close to grading MS66, and we assume that a small depression on Liberty's breast accounts for the lower grade. The strike is strong for the issue, with solid definition on the hand and even some on the skirt lines. The head detail is also quite sharp on the obverse, and the eagle's feathers are well defined on the reverse. The coin is essentially brilliant, with a white, untoned appearance. Frosted mint luster with hints of satin provides the eye appeal of this scarce, early Walker. A well made 1923-S that should be of interest to collectors of this long, interesting series. Population: 41 in 65, 12 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (8/2004), lot 6507.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2518

1923-S 50C MS65 PCGS. As the only half dollar struck for circulation on the West coast from 1922 through 1926, the 1923-S was needed in commerce. As a result, most of the 2 million coins minted immediately entered circulation. We know this because of the large number of circulated examples and the relatively few Mint State survivors that exist today.
Well detailed for this condition rarity, with partial definition on the hand and even some on the skirt lines. The head detail is also reasonably sharp on the obverse, and the eagle's feathers are well defined on the reverse. The lustrous surfaces are mostly brilliant with a couple of small toning spots on the reverse. Population: 41 in 65, 12 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 6937.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2519

1923-S 50C MS66 PCGS. Based on its relatively high mintage of 2.178 million pieces, one might think the 1923-S Walking Liberty half dollar would not be a difficult coin to obtain. The 1923-S, however, was the only half dollar produced between 1921 and 1927. It was thus in great demand in the channels of commerce, making high grade pieces, including Extremely Fine, About Uncirculated, and Mint State, difficult to acquire today.
Gem and better coins are especially elusive. The PCGS/NGC certified population spikes in MS64, but this is likely attributed to collectors and dealers resubmitting coins in the hope of obtaining Gem classification. Fewer than 90 specimens have rated the MS65 and finer levels of preservation.
This Premium Gem offering exhibits lovely coruscating luster covered with a delicate veneer of light violet, powder-blue, olive-tan, and yellow-gold patination that appears under magnification. A sharp strike delivers strong definition to the design features, including near-complete separation of Liberty's thumb from the adjacent branches. The gown lines are also well incised, and the detail on Liberty's head and the eagle's breast is strong, though its trailing leg is somewhat soft, which is typical for the issue. A couple of minute marks to the upper right of the sixth ray, and light toning spots under Liberty's right (facing) foot and on the lower right reverse rim, pedigree the coin. Population: 11 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Bowers and Merena (11/2006), lot 3322.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2520

1923-S 50C MS66 PCGS. A master die change in this year produced higher and deeper gown lines on Liberty, improving the general overall appearance of the coin (Bruce Fox, 1993). This is manifested on the current Premium Gem example, which shows crispness not only on the gown lines, but nearly complete definition on the other design features. Specifically, considerable separation is evident between Liberty's thumb and the adjacent branches, and the face and cap are sharp. The same can be said for most of the eagle's plumage, except for the usual softness on the feathers of the right (facing) leg.
Both sides of this beautiful specimen display faint golden-beige and violet-blue patination that is nearly imperceptible except under magnification, and each is awash in bright, intense luster. The nicely preserved surfaces reveal just a few trivial marks. While these do not detract, they might well preclude an even higher grade. A small mark on Liberty's neck, another on the temple, and a couple to the lower right of the eagle's eye are mentioned solely for identification purposes, as they will aid future catalogers and researchers in pedigreeing the coin. In summary, this magnificent Walker generates outstanding eye appeal, and will elicit considerable interest among enthusiasts of the series. PCGS and NGC combined have certified only 16 examples at this grade level, and a mere two coins finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2521

1927-S 50C MS66 PCGS. After a four-year hiatus, half dollar production resumed in 1927 with a mintage of 2.392 million pieces. All half dollar mintage in this year occurred at the San Francisco Mint.
The issue is plagued by several problems. Since half dollars had not been minted since 1923, they were urgently needed for commercial transactions. Consequently, they were not produced and handled with the best of care. Most examples were poorly struck in the central areas, with Liberty's hand often completely missing. Surface abrasions are also plentiful. These problems help explain the paucity of Gem and finer pieces in the certified population.
Our MS66 offering, while lacking completeness of strike, displays sharp definition in the gown lines, Liberty's face, and the eagle's breast feathers. The partially defined thumb shows some separation with the adjacent branches. Light golden-brown, bluish-purple, and sky-blue patina adorns vibrantly lustrous surfaces, and each side reveals just a few minute marks. Population: 6 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2522

1929-S 50C MS67 PCGS. The onset of the Great Depression this year probably explains why the 1929-D and 1929-S are the most plentiful half dollars from the 1920s in Mint State. With the economic chaos of the stock market crash, many of these coins were likely kept from entering circulation. Despite the abundance of Mint State 1929-S halves, they become very scarce above MS65.
This is a surprising, immaculately preserved MS67 example of this seldom-seen issue. It is well struck (for the date) with near full detail evident on Liberty's hand, head, and skirt lines. The mint luster is bright and highly frosted, and the surfaces are brilliant throughout. There are no noticeable abrasions on either side of this Superb Gem. This is the single finest example certified by PCGS; NGC has seen four in 67 (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (1/2005), lot 30256.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2523

1933-S 50C MS67 PCGS. Some collectors consider the 1933-S to be the last of the early date Walkers, while others consider it to be the first of the late date Walkers. Regardless of your view point, the opportunity to acquire a Superb Gem rarely appears.
The 1933-S is undoubtedly one of the best produced of all the early and middle date Walkers. Full strikes are the norm, and the luster is almost always exceptionally bright and frosted. And so it is with this extraordinary Mint State representative. Brilliant throughout, the strike is intricately detailed and the mint luster shimmers across both sides, uninterrupted by even the smallest abrasions. Population: 7 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: The Trevor Whitefield Collection (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 30257.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2524

1935-S 50C MS67 PCGS. Beginning in 1934, half dollar production at all three mints increased dramatically. From 1916 through 1933, 17 of 26 issues had mintages under 2 million coins. During the remainder of the Walking Liberty half dollar series, only two of 39 issues (the 1937-D and 1938-D) had mintages under 2 million coins. This Superb Gem has satiny silver luster with faint heather and iridescent toning on the obverse, and pale champagne on the reverse. Liberty's hand and her thumb are flat, although mostly outlined. All other design features are fully defined except for the slightest weakness of Liberty's head. Population: 2 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 6965.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2525

1937 50C MS68 PCGS. The 1937 half dollar is one of the higher-mintage coins in the Walking Liberty series (9.522 million circulation strikes). It is, therefore, fairly easy to locate in most levels of preservation. Indeed, PCGS and NGC combined have graded several thousand coins through MS65. But the population decreases somewhat in Premium Gem and drops precipitously in MS67. A mere four coins have received the lofty grade of MS68, including the present example.
Low intensity, warm greenish-yellow patina imbued with splashes of powder-blue and golden-tan covers both faces, each of which exudes ebullient frosty luster. A powerful strike manifests itself in bold detail on the design features. The thumb of Liberty's branch hand is completely delineated, and the facial features and cap are sharp, though the hair curls are soft, which is a usual characteristic of the issue. The gown lines are well incised, and the eagle's plumage is crisp, save for minor softness on the trailing leg, again a typical situation for the date. Close inspection with a glass fails to reveal mentionable abrasions. In fact, we are hard-pressed to locate appropriate marks that might serve to identify the coin for pedigree purposes. This specimen possesses excellent technical quality and aesthetic appeal, and as such will generate spirited bidding among aficionados of high grade Walkers. Population: 2 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2526

1941-S 50C MS67 PCGS. The 1941-S is elusive and desirable today despite a mintage of nearly 8.1 million pieces, a figure that more than doubles that of issues such as the 1946-D, 1946-S, and 1947-D. Not only is it the most challenging short-set Walker at most Mint State levels, the 1941-S is also a condition rarity in Superb Gem.
A brightly lustrous and well struck piece, this example is largely silver-white with glimpses of peach visible in the centers. As one of just a half-dozen MS67 pieces graded by PCGS with none finer (2/09), this coin should see plenty of interest from Registry Set collectors, as well as more generally interested parties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2527

1943-D 50C MS68 PCGS. FS-101. A number of 1943-D half dollars have been seen with obverse die doubling, from a master die carried forward to several working dies. IN GOD WE TRUST is affected, and often the date (as seen here) shows doubling. Walter Breen called it an overdate (Breen-5205) and wrote "presently very rare." Bruce Fox (1993) writes: "Overdate--possibly 1943/2 (43/3 or 43/2 unconfirmed)."
In any event, on the present coin, the top of a numeral is clearly visible under the upper loop of the 3 in the date. Bowers and Merena catalogers, in the November 2006 Baltimore Auction catalog, state: "The seven lower grade Mint State examples we have been able to identify as B-5205 have typically commanded a premium of nearly four times (4x) that of the regular issue."
The 1943-D, in an absolute sense, has a large certified population through the MS66 level of preservation. Perusal of PCGS/NGC population figures indicates approximately 8,000 coins in the various Uncirculated grades. There is a sharp drop between Premium Gem and Superb Gem, and only five pieces, including the current example, have been assigned the lofty grade of MS68.
Light champagne-gold and powder-blue patina assumes a slightly deeper hue on the reverse. This delicate toning rests on surfaces that exude intense luster, all of which results in magnificent eye appeal. In addition, a solid strike delivers bold detail to the design elements, including virtual completeness in Liberty's branch hand. A few minuscule, unobtrusive marks do nothing to detract. A great piece for a high grade type collection or for the variety collector. Population: 2 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Bowers and Merena (11/2006), lot 3441.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Early Dollars

2528

1794 $1 AU55 NGC. B-1, BB-1, R.4. The McCoy Collection Specimen. With a continuous provenance dating back to 1864, this piece is one of the most historic 1794 silver dollars among the 135 or so pieces currently known. Martin A. Logies compiled a significant study of 1794 silver dollars, The Flowing Hair Silver Dollars of 1794, published in 2004. He recorded provenance details and additional information about 125 different specimens, with nearly all illustrated. Years earlier, the late Jack Collins spent 25 years studying the 1794 silver dollars, and his work resulted in an unpublished manuscript, 1794 The History and Genealogy of the First United States Dollar. Only Collins' untimely death prevented publication of the nearly complete manuscript. Collins recorded details of about 117 different 1794 silver dollars in his manuscript.
Combining the two references and adding a couple of specimens, we now have an accounting of 132 different 1794 dollars, including this coin, which we consider the 10th finest. Based on the current provenance record, the present specimen was only the third 1794 dollar to appear on the numismatic scene. The British Museum owns an example that dates to 1818, and a second example appeared in an 1863 W. Elliot Woodward Sale. Two coins from the St. Oswald sale of 1964 reportedly date to the time they were minted, although such a provenance is unfounded.
The provenance reads like a numismatic Who's Who, beginning with John F. McCoy, a collector known for his excellent cabinet of Colonial coins and large cents. The buyer at the 1864 Woodward sale of the McCoy Collection was Joseph Zanoni, whose collection Edward Cogan sold in April 1867. James Ten Eyck of Albany, New York, and Mortimer Livingston Mackenzie were subsequent owners. Mackenzie, of New York City, was best known for his large cent collection, and he provided access to certain 1793 varieties for the famous Levick plate published in the 1869 American Journal of Numismatics.
Edward Cogan's 1869 sale of the Mackenzie Collection was the first photographically illustrated auction catalog in America. E. Harrison Sanford purchased the Mackenzie 1794 dollar and held it for a little over five years until Edward Cogan again handled this piece when he sold the Sanford Collection in November 1874. The next owner was Lorin G. Parmelee (1827-1905), who is known as a bread maker and bean baker in Boston. He became well known for his Boston Baked Beans, and in the 1850s began his coin collection by searching his daily receipts. Parmelee went on to form a magnificent cabinet.
Acquiring this piece next was Henry O. Granberg (1860-1947), a Norwegian who lived in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Granberg also formed a remarkable cabinet, including an 1804 silver dollar. Much of his collection was sold to William H. Woodin, a railroad man from Pennsylvania who served as Secretary of the Treasury during the Franklin Roosevelt administration, from March 5 to December 31, 1933. Woodin was known for his adventures in the field of pattern coins, and he was the collector who returned two gold fifty dollar "half union" patterns to the government, the coins now held at the Smithsonian Institution.
Waldo Newcomer was next to acquire this 1794 dollar. Newcomer was a Baltimore banker, serving as president of the National Exchange Bank and CEO of the Baltimore Trust Company. He formed a remarkable collection of about 4,000 coins, but he is little known since his collection was sold privately. Newcomer lost his financial empire during the Depression, and Walter Breen claims that he committed suicide in 1934.
Col. E.H.R. Green (1868-1936) is best known as the son of Hetty Green, the "Witch of Wall Street," who amassed a fortune in the stock market. Active in Republican politics, Green served as chairman of a Texas Republican State Committee. He was a director of the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. Green also served as a director of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and as president of the Texas Midland Railroad. In 1936, his coin collection was valued at $5 million and his stamp collection was valued at $3.5 million. St. Louis coin dealer Burdette Johnson handled many pieces from the Col. Green Collection, and he placed this 1794 dollar with Jerome Kern (1885-1945), a popular American composer who produced countless scores for Broadway and Hollywood.
The McCoy specimen of the 1794 silver dollar is a later die state (Logies Die State III), with clash marks on both sides and a shallow third curl. A beautiful example of our first silver dollar coined at the Philadelphia Mint. The coin is toned a deep gunmetal-gray and blue, with traces of luster in the protected areas. The strike is exceptional for a 1794 silver dollar, as the date, stars, and even the dentils are clearly defined on the left side, an area that is notoriously weak on this issue.
As nearly always, there are some adjustment marks, but they are much lighter than usual and along the reverse rim, and will serve to hallmark this particular coin. Examination of the surfaces will find little to fault this piece, as the rims, fields, and devices have come down to us in excellent shape.
Historically, we note that W. Elliot Woodward catalogued this same coin in 1864 and stated in the McCoy sale, "This specimen is unfortunately blemished by having the name 'Andrew Spence' pricked into the field of the coin, and some figures on the head, produced by the same process." Those marks have since been removed quite skillfully, and no discernible evidence remains save for a few minor imperfections behind Liberty's head. Employing a 10x loupe fails to locate any evidence of this past transgression or its undoing, and thus this particular coin has left the past behind and moved into the modern realm of third-party grading, as well it should. It is certainly one of the nicest 1794 silver dollars to survive, and a coin that any collector will long appreciate. Note the depth of Liberty's hair and her unblemished cheek and neck. The reverse is a delight, with the strong wing details on the eagle; only the breast shows any wear on the high points. The piece is equally well-defined on the wreath and berries, with just a hint of weakness at the tops of STA, which was likely caused by the adjustment marks and the strike.
Ex: John F. McCoy Collection (W. Elliot Woodward, 5/1864); Joseph Zanoni (Edward Cogan, 4/1867), lot 79; James Ten Eyck; Mortimer Livingston Mackenzie (Edward Cogan, 6/1869), lot 151; E. Harrison Sanford, Esq. (Edward Cogan, 11/1874), lot 96; Lorin G. Parmelee (New York Coin and Stamp, 6/1890), lot 681; H.O. Granberg; William H. Woodin; Waldo Newcomer; Col. E.H.R. Green; B.G. Johnson (1942); Jerome Kern (B. Max Mehl, 5/1950), lot 770; Clint Hester; W.G. Baldenhofer; Alfred J. Ostheimer; Cabinet of Lucien M. LaRiviere, Part II (Bowers and Merena, 3/2001), lot 324; Jack Lee Collection, Part III (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2184.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2529

1794 $1 MS61 NGC. Bass Collection. The late Jack Collins made a special study of 1794 dollars and traced their pedigrees for many years. Jack was a classic example of a perfectionist. The non-publication of his manuscript also illustrates the bind many numismatic authors find themselves in: should the writer publish before the last word has been spoken or written on the subject, or should he go ahead and publish, knowing that others will revise or correct his work at a later date? We tend to believe the latter should be the case, as we view the addition and diffusion of knowledge as an ongoing process. Jack's manuscript had a lengthy introduction that traced the development of the dollar (thaler) from the time of Archduke Sigismund in 1477 to the first United States silver dollars of 1794. In the introduction, he acknowledges the importance of the ounce-sized silver coins over the centuries: "Unlike smaller coins, circulating thalers and dollars of the world became public relations items, to spread laudatory propaganda about the ruling families who ordered them made and issued, to publicize events these families believed important enough to record for coming generations, and to disperse these images worldwide." And so it was with the 1794 dollar in the United States. All early coins, but especially the dollars and gold coins were seen as ambassadors of the fledgling United States. Their weight and fineness had to be beyond reproach (thus the adjustment marks often seen), and the designs had to send the "correct" image abroad (thus the short-lived Chain cent with its chain on the reverse "a bad omen for liberty").
The head of Liberty on the 1794 dollar closely follows that on the 1794 cents, also engraved by Robert Scot, a former bank note engraver. The planchets were made in part from the Bank of Maryland's bullion deposit of July 18, of 94,532 ounces of French minor coins containing 69,692.4 ounces of lower fineness silver that had to be brought up to 900 fineness. Much has been written about the legal fineness of these and other early silver coins, i.e., 1,485/1,664 silver and 179/1,664 copper. We urge anyone who is interested in this subject to read the introductory remarks in Breen's Encyclopedia for a more detailed discussion. In addition to Engraver Robert Scot, there are several other people who were instrumental in the production of the 1794 dollar. The one person who was most instrumental in their striking was undoubtedly David Rittenhouse. Rittenhouse was a true Renaissance man whose life and interests encompassed being a clockmaker, instrument maker, mathematician, surveyor, astronomer, legislator, and foremost scientist of the day (only Jefferson and Franklin came anywhere close). And all these accomplishments preceded his appointment as first Director of the Mint. As much as anyone, Rittenhouse deserves the title Father of the 1794 Dollar: he provided the bullion, determined the fineness, supervised the production, and distributed all the specimens struck. Adam Eckfeldt was also an important person in the cast of characters responsible for the 1794 dollars. He satisfactorily rolled the planchet strips, cut and prepared the blanks, hardened the dies, and fitted the press to strike the coins. Additionally, Henry Voigt was Chief Coiner, and Albion Cox was the Assayer in the early years of the first U.S. Mint.
The weakness of strike on 1794 dollars is well known. On most examples, the first few stars and the date are weakly impressed on the obverse, while on the reverse UNITED and STATES are usually softly defined. This is in part because 1794 dollars were struck on a press meant for smaller coins (cents, half dollars, and eagles), and in part because the dies slipped out of alignment (which is why these coins are weak on the left portions of each side). This was first noticed shortly after the coins were released. In the December 2, 1794 edition of the New Hampshire Gazette, the editor favorably critiqued the new coins, but concluded by stating, "The tout ensemble has a pleasing effect to a connoisseur; but the touches of the graver are too delicate, and there is a want of that boldness of execution which is necessary to durability and currency." The editor understandably confused misalignment of the dies with shallowness of engraving. This weakness of strike was apparently well known even in 1794, as one 1795 dollar (a Bolender-4) is known to have been struck over a 1794 dollar. It is possible that Breen was correct in his assumption that more than 1,758 dollars were struck in 1794. He speculated that as many as 2,000 may have been struck, with the other 242 coins used as planchets in the following year. However, to date only one such coin has surfaced.
Only a small number of 1794 dollars are known today with strong definition on the left portion of each side. This is such a coin. While the stars on the left side of the obverse do not show the completeness of those on the right, the comparison of this coin to most other 1794s is unfair. The stars on the left side lack complete radials, but all are fully outlined, as is the date and UNITED STATES. This strength carries over onto the figure of Liberty, which shows fine definition on the hair curls. The eagle's breast lacks complete definition, but we must emphasize that this slight softness has nothing to do with die misalignment. The surfaces are covered with pleasing gray toning that is lighter in the centers and somewhat deeper in hue toward the rims. Approximately 8% of the mintage of 1794 dollars survives today, about double the survival rate of 1795 dollars. To quote Jack Collins again, "Not that the recipients treated their 1794s with due respect; over 10% of survivors were initialed, engraved, with names, or counterstamped; many of these were later "repaired" by burnishing--a cure worse than the disease. At least six--nearly 5% of the survivors--were holed and plugged." This particular coin shows none of those often-seen problems. There are no noticeable adjustment marks on either side. There is a bit of planchet roughness around stars 1 and 2, which can be used as a pedigree identifier in addition to the strong strike. Listed as Specimen Number 6 on the Condition Census as compiled by Martin Logies in The Flowing Hair Silver Dollars of 1794.
Ex: Murdoch Collection (Sotheby, Wilkinson, & Hodge, July 1903), lot 835, purchased by Spink & Son for 48 pounds, or approximately $230; George H. Earle (Henry Chapman, 1912), lot 2667, where it realized $620; Colonel James W. Ellsworth, Wayte Raymond, and John Work Garrett (via private treaty in 1923, through Knoedler & Co.); William Cutler Atwater Collection (B. Max Mehl, 1946), lot 185; Dr. Charles A. Cass, Empire Collection (Stack's, 1957), lot 1678; unknown intermediary; Gibson-Groves Sale (Stack's, 1974), lot 75; Julian Leidman and Mike Brownlee to Harry Bass, Jr.; Bass I (Bowers and Merena, 5/99), lot 2021.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2530

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves AU50 PCGS. B-5, BB-27, R.1. Die State II. The so-called Head of 1795, Three Leaves variety, with star 1 well away from the lowest hair curl. The extra tine of metal behind Liberty's head diagnoses this most available Flowing Hair variety, of which probably several thousand exist in all grades combined. In this earliest known die state, a small reverse die crack is just beginning from the end of the left stem toward the rim; in Die State III the crack meets the rim.
This piece has a pleasing wealth of detail remaining for the grade, and the deep steel-gray patina mostly conceals a dark area in the right obverse field, apparent struck-in die grease that does not affect either the technical grade or the aesthetic appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2531

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves AU53 NGC. B-5, BB-27, R.1. Die State III. By far the commonest variety of early silver dollar, the B-5, BB-27 exists to the extent of probably several hundred to possibly a couple of thousand pieces. The variety is easily attributed, even by neophytes, due to the extra spur or tine of metal behind Liberty's head in the left obverse field, directly behind the topmost wave of hair. This piece shows the typically soft strike through the centers, along with some adjustment marks that appear (scarcely visible without a loupe) in the center obverse just behind Liberty's neck. There is little wear otherwise, however, and few bothersome marks. Both sides are a lovely, deep olive-gold coloration.(Registry values: N4719)

2532

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Two Leaves AU50 PCGS. B-1, BB-21, R.2. This die marriage pairs a Head of 1795 obverse (loop at left side of bust truncation, no "pinch" on neck, pointed neck tip) with a Two Leaves reverse that features a delicate wreath with small leaves and large berries arranged nine left, 10 right. This is also the popular obverse commonly called "1795/1195." The design elements are well defined and nicely centered on the planchet. Complete dentilation shows on the obverse and most of the reverse. The pleasing silver-gray patina is slightly deeper in hue on the obverse, where a few minute marks are of little consequence. There are some faint adjustment marks on the lower reverse, also of little import and failing to dampen the viewer's enthusiasm for this little-worn dollar.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2533

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Two Leaves MS65 NGC. B-1, BB-21, R.1. One of the finest known of this date and type. A remarkable coin that any numismatist will appreciate for the lustrous fields and exceptional surfaces. The strike is fairly sharp for this variety, although we note some softness on the upper curls of Liberty and on the eagle's breast feathers. There are no disturbing adjustment marks or nicks worthy of note, and it is simply amazing that any Flowing Hair silver dollar could still look this nice after 214 years. We note light gold over most of the surfaces, with darker flecks of gold adhering to the devices which seems to set them off from the brilliant fields. Both dies show minor clash marks in the fields, with the eagle's wings are evident on the obverse, and portions of Liberty's curls are found left of the eagle's breast. Darker gold hues are found on the high points of the design, and these also give the present example a regal appearance. The centering is virtually perfect, and the quality of manufacture is simply as good as one could hope to find in a Flowing Hair dollar.
Recall that the new dollar coining press was set up in 1795, and the current flowing hair design required more press power than was available to really bring up all the finer details of these dies. Late in 1795 the designs of the coins were changed, not because of the striking issues, but because people didn't like the flowing hair rendering of Liberty. The design change was authorized and the Philadelphia Mint engaged the famous portrait artist Gilbert Stuart to redesign the silver dollar. Stuart's drawings of Liberty are thought to have come from a portrait of Ann Willing, a Philadelphia socialite, and one of the most beautiful women in that city. Liberty was given a hair ribbon to tie some of her hair behind her head, and draped in a lovely gown. The eagle on the reverse was framed within a wreath of palm and olive branches, and given a smaller, more compact appearance. These new designs were a hit, and were quickly adopted on all United States silver coinage (obverse and reverse) and copper coinage (reverse). After a few more years in 1798 the Small Eagle reverse design was replaced with a new reverse style which was loosely copied from the Great Seal of the United States by Mint Engraver Robert Scot. Therefore, this Flowing Hair 1795 silver dollar became a short-lived type coin, and today remains one of the most popular of all Bust dollar designs. The free flowing hair of Liberty and the proud eagle with outstretched wings symbolize the newfound freedom enjoyed by the new United States of America, and this coin seems to capture that fleeting moment in our history when our country was yet so young. Liberty's upward gaze is filled with hope, and her youthful exuberance is wonderfully captured by the early mint engraver. For the collector, the present coin represents one of the finest examples of this entire type to survive.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2534

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Silver Plug AU50 PCGS. B-7, BB-18, R.3. In 1795 the Mint continued an experiment that was apparently first tried on a single 1794 dollar. The silver plug experiment was designed to adjust planchet weights before the coins were struck. Some planchets were too heavy, and they were adjusted by filing them down to the standard weight. Others were too light, and those planchets were routinely melted, with the metal rolled into strip again. But in 1795, apparently a few lightweight half dollar planchets and many lightweight dollar planchets had a tiny silver plug inserted into the planchet. This was done by drilling a small hole through the planchet, inserting a tiny piece of additional silver in the hole so that the extra silver extended above and below the planchet surface, and carefully striking the combination.
When the combination of the planchet and silver plug were struck, the plug expanded and picked up the design from the dies. This piece clearly shows the spread out extra silver at the center of the coin. The plugged portion of the coin is in the ballpark of 8 mm. diameter. A pleasing piece, the present specimen has satiny luster visible through the dark gray, champagne, and iridescent toning across both surfaces. NGC and PCGS, combined, have certified 69 silver plug 1795 dollars with an average grade of VF35. This piece is substantially finer than the typical example. Population: 3 in 50, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2535

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Centered AU50 NGC. B-15, BB-52, R.2. Die State IV. On this well-known and available variety, the draped bust of Liberty is well centered in the obverse die, of course, and the highest wave of hair is under the E in LIBERTY. There are six berries on the olive branch, with a single leaf under the A of STATES. In this die state there is a tiny reverse die break on a palm branch under (O)F, and the obverse triangular break in Liberty's hair has extended upward into a knifelike point.
This piece shows appealing, deep blue-green and grayish toning predominating. Except for the light wear expected of the grade, the surfaces are remarkably smooth and appealing otherwise. An excellent acquisition candidate for an early type set.(Registry values: N4719)

2536

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Centered MS65 PCGS. Ex: Cardinal Collection. B-15, BB-52, R.2. There are two varieties known for the 1795 Draped Bust silver dollars, known as the Off-Center Bust (B-14) and the Centered Bust (B-15). Most numismatists believe that the B-14 dollar was struck first, followed by the B-15. In his 1993 Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States: A Complete Encyclopedia, Dave Bowers explained his reasoning for this sequence:

"I believe the BB-51 to be the earlier of the two Draped Bust varieties dated 1795, as evidenced by the following: 1. The Draped Bust motif on the obverse was placed slightly to the left of where it should have been; this was corrected for the next variety, BB-52, and on all later dates of the type. 2. BB-51 exists in high grades in significantly larger numbers than does BB-52, and most of these are prooflike--indicating that some may have been made as presentation specimens of the new Draped Bust obverse, Small Eagle reverse design."

There is much that we still must learn about these early silver coins, and about all early coins in general. The new Draped Bust design is said to be the work of portraitist Gilbert Stuart, who prepared sketches that were translated to plaster models by John Eckstein, an artist from Rhode Island. Mint records show that Eckstein was paid $30 for "two models for dollars" on September 9, 1795. The time seems appropriate for preparations made to coin the new design. If the timing is indeed correct, then the 1795 Draped Bust dollars were coined in October of that year, with a total mintage of 78,238 coins. However, the date these coins were first struck is unknown, and the last date of their coinage is also unknown, perhaps continuing into 1796. The preceding are just a few questions that may never be answered. Surviving Mint records provide much valuable information, but many questions can only be answered by an examination of the coins.
It would be nice if we could find a document that states "On October 14, 1795 we struck 2,875 silver dollars using the dies of B-14, but then the reverse die shattered all at one time, and we had to replace it with a new reverse die. Later that same day, we struck another 6,310 silver dollars using the B-15 dies." Obviously no such documents exist. The alternative is to look at as many coins as possible, and attempt to reconstruct events at the Mint. For the dedicated numismatist, this becomes the ultimate detective story.
Both 1795 Draped Bust dollar varieties are known in higher grades, including the present Gem B-15 dollar, and the incredible Superb Gem B-14 dollar from the Eliasberg Collection. The two coins are likely the finest known examples of the two different varieties. While PCGS has graded one finer coin and NGC has certified four better pieces, it is doubtful that those submissions represent more than one or two additional coins. This is clearly a highlight of the present offering of early dollars, and may stand as one of the highlights among all early dollars that we handle throughout 2009.
In the 2001 catalog of the Phillip Flannagan Collection, Dave Bowers described this coin as "a masterpiece of the coiner's art." We are unable to say it any better! Both sides have satiny luster beneath exquisite gold, violet, and sky-blue toning. Splashes of brilliant silver frame each and every individual design element, from the date, to the stars, letters, central devices, leaves in the wreath, and the ribbon bow. The reverse has a tiny planchet flake beneath the right (facing) wing, and some faint adjustment marks across the center, but these fail to diminish any of the exceptional design definition.
Ex: Bowers and Merena (11/1998), lot 259; Flannagan Collection (Bowers and Merena, 11/2001), lot 4218; Cardinal Collection (American Numismatic Rarities, 6/2005), lot 16.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2537

1796 $1 Small Date, Large Letters MS61 NGC. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. B-4, BB-61, R.2. Small, wide date, 96 close, die dot above 1; Berry under first T in STATES. Reiver Die State a. Bowers-Borckardt Die State I. The Reiver plate coin for the variety; both obverse and reverse. An outstanding Uncirculated example of the Draped Bust, Small Eagle silver dollar, and one of just a handful that survived in this lofty grade. The surfaces are frosty and show unbroken luster in the fields and on most of the devices. Liberty's curls show strong separation on all but a couple of the highest and finest hair strands, which are weak. Most of the breast feathers are sharp on the eagle too, as well as the finer definition on the wing feathers. There are some crossing adjustment marks on the reverse, primarily on the eagle (where they were not quite struck over by the dies), and along the rims. These adjustment marks are fairly light and not distracting to the unaided eye, but can clearly be seen with a loupe. No rim problems or surface disturbances, and this coin is a delight to view.
From a die state perspective, this coin was struck very early in the life of the obverse and reverse die. Note that the curl on Liberty's head is sharp and complete and shows no sign of lapping of the die. Similarly, the lower curl nestled between the first two stars is sharp, and this curl is often lapped away to some degree, particularly on this die variety. The die dot over the 1 in the date is very sharp, and this may have been caused by a mispunched 1 or was simply a small defect in the die similar to the lump on the reverse of the B-5, BB-65 variety.
There are fewer than a dozen coins of this date which are the equal of or finer than the present example, as virtually every coin struck entered circulation and stayed there are least for a brief time. More importantly, the Small Date, Large Letters variety seen here is inexplicably hard to find in Uncirculated grades. Most of the surviving 1796 silver dollars in Mint State are the Large Date, Small Letters variety. In terms of availability, precisely the opposite would be expected. What really matters is that this particular coin is truly exceptional in quality. Somehow the present coin survived in excellent condition, with the desired mint frost surviving intact for over 200 years. Certainly high in the Condition Census for the variety; this splendid example is, in fact, the single finest-graded Small Date, Large Letters specimen at either service, as of (3/09). A memorable opportunity for the advanced specialist in early silver dollars.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2538

1796 $1 Small Date, Small Letters AU53 NGC. B-1, BB-66, R.4. Die State II. It is believed that as many as 200-350 1796 B-1 dollars could be extant, the majority of which grade no finer than VF. Bowers wrote in 1993 that no Mint State coins have been reported, and that the variety is challenging to locate in AU. That remains true today, as there are no Mint State B-1, BB-66 dollars certified at either NGC or PCGS, nor even of the three Small Date, Small Letters die pairings.
This is a lovely, original example with soft, dove-gray patina and some lilac tinged undertones that are evident at certain angles. There are remarkably few distractions for a slightly circulated early dollar, with a couple of shallow planchet flaws (as struck) in the obverse field to the left of the date. Well detailed within fully brought up borders. Census: 14 in 53, 39 finer (3/09) for all 1796 varieties.(Registry values: N4719)

2539

1796 $1 Large Date, Small Letters MS62 PCGS. Ex: Cardinal Collection. B-5, BB-65, Die State II, R.2. The 6 in the date is double punched at the underside of the top curve and the upper inside of the bottom loop, and the highest wave of hair is indistinct, probably due to relapping. There is a die lump at the upper right of the I in AMERICA, but this does not touch the C or the dentils in the earlier state of the dies.
The Mint Report gives the calendar year mintage of 1796 silver dollars as 72,920 pieces. David Bowers, in his 1993 Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States encyclopedia estimates that 75,000 silver dollars bear the 1796 date. The author also indicates that while other denominations employed 16 stars to reflect the June 1, 1796 admission of Tennessee as the 16th state, this star-number was not used on silver dollars until 1797. This suggests that obverse dies for 1796-dated dollars were made prior to June.
The bright silver-gray surfaces of the current MS62 offering are tinted with a couple of shades of light brown and gunmetal-blue. A solid strike manifests itself in nearly complete delineation on the design elements, with particular sharpness in Liberty's hair. Most of the star centers are bold, and the ribbing in the branch leaves is crisp, though some minor localized softness is visible in the eagle's breast and leg feathers. The dentilation is full on both sides, and adjustment marks are completely absent. A few minute handling marks are of little consequence. All in all, this is a lovely Draped Bust Small Eagle silver dollar.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2540

1796 $1 Large Date, Small Letters MS62 NGC. B-5, BB-65, Die State II, R.2. On this variety, the 6 in the date is double punched, the stars at the right are closely spaced and touch or nearly touch their neighbors, the highest wave of hair is below the upright of E in LIBERTY, a leaf is located under the A of STATES, there are seven large berries in the wreath, and three leaves are found beneath the left (facing) wing. There is also a diagnostic lump at the right top of the I in AMERICA that does not yet touch the C or the denticles; hence this is a Die State II specimen.
Soft champagne-gold patina bathes the lustrous surfaces, with darker gold or blue flecks tucked into the recessed areas of the devices. The color is well matched on both obverse and reverse. This is a boldly struck coin that shows full radial lines on most of the stars, and strong feather definition on the eagle, except for softness on the legs and breast. Light adjustment marks are concealed in Liberty's hair near her ear, and these same adjustments cross the second and third stars, slightly weakening their centers. We note a tiny carbon spot on the left side of the eagle's neck which someone has attempted to remove with a sharp instrument. The few resultant faint pinscratches are completely inoffensive.
Any Mint State 1796 Draped Bust dollar is extremely rare. To date (3/09) PCGS has graded one each in MS61, MS62, and MS64. NGC has graded one MS60 and three MS62 pieces. We expect spirited bidding on this coin, as it may be quite some time before a comparable specimen appears at auction.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2541

1797 $1 10x6 Stars, Large Letters XF45 NGC. B-3, BB-71, R.2. The only variety with an obverse arrangement of 10x6 stars. Because of the extra left-side stars, LIBERTY is placed further to the right than usual and has an unbalanced appearance relative to the bust. This is a problem-free example with undisturbed rims and minimal contact. Liberty's hair is well defined, and wear is mostly confined to the eagle's breast and Liberty's cheek and shoulder. Luster emerges from the design elements, and the dusky steel-gray and autumn-gold toning appears original. BB-71 Census: 17 in 45, 24 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (1/2008), lot 2924.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2542

1797 $1 10x6 Stars AU53 NGC. B-3, BB-71, R.3. Just three die varieties are known for the 1797 dollars, and each is a distinctive Guide Book type. Obverse dies have the stars arranged with nine left and seven right on two varieties, and 10 left and six right (as seen here) on the third variety. The nine by seven stars coins come with either Large Letters or Small Letters on the reverse. As the most plentiful variety, the B-3 dollar is an excellent choice for date or type collectors. This piece has pewter-gray with hints of pale blue and champagne on the obverse, and nearly full ivory color on the reverse. It is an excellent example with mostly sharp design features and exceptional eye appeal.(Registry values: P4)

2543

1797 $1 10x6 Stars, Large Letters MS62 PCGS. Ex: Cardinal Collection. B-3, BB-71, R.2. A die dot to the right of the second digit in the date appears to make the date read 17.97. The reverse has large letters in the legend, and there are eight berries in the left branch, with the lowest berry near the ribbon bow on the outside of the wreath. A leaf ends under the middle of E in STATES. There are three leaves below the left (facing) wing. Die State III shows relapping on both sides--the highest wave of hair under the upright of B in LIBERTY is incomplete, as are the right edges of several palm leaves. This is the die state usually seen.
The silver-gray luminous surfaces of this MS62 example display occasional splashes of light golden-tan and bluish-violet. A relatively well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design features, including most of the star centrils, Liberty's hair strands and drapery, the branch leaves, and the eagle's plumage, with the exception of weakness in the lower right breast and right (facing) leg. Light diagonal adjustment marks run from upper right to lower left through Liberty's portrait, terminating in the 1 of the date and in stars 1 through 4. Light clash marks are visible in the right obverse field. A few minor handling marks are noted on each side, but these do not detract from the overall appeal of this early dollar. Population for the date: 2 in 62, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2544

1797 $1 9x7 Stars, Large Letters AU58 NGC. B-1, BB-73, R.3. Die State VI. This is the latest die state we have seen of this variety, even later than lot 23492 in Reiver, described as the terminal die state for this variety. Indeed, Q. David Bowers specifically mentioned the Gilhousen coin as an example of this die state. In the catalog for that collection, Superior described this piece as "the most advanced die state known, shattered and bulged." Not only is this example remarkable for its die state, but it is also a gorgeous near-Mint example with traces of rub only on the highpoints. The surfaces retain nearly full luster with light golden toning. A small nick at the base of B positively identifies the pedigree.
In addition to heavy clash marks in the obverse fields, especially to the right of Liberty, the obverse has a prominent bulge obliterating stars 7 and 8. There are no less than 12 distinct die cracks around the obverse. It is difficult to enumerate these die cracks, but we will try. 1) From the border through the left top of T to Liberty's hair, crossing the hair ribbon to stars 5 and 4, reaching the rim over star 3. 2) From the border to star 12, reaching Liberty's chin and neck. 3) From the base of 97 to the drapery, eventually reaching stars 15 and 14. 4) From the border at 5 o'clock across the drapery and hair, terminating at crack 1 just right of the ribbon. 5) From the border through 9 to Liberty's shoulder and lower hair curls, eventually arcing back to star 2 and the border. 6) From the border just left of the digit 1, disappearing in the lowest hair curl. 7) A faint crack begins in the lowest curl just left of crack 6, continuing up to the hair ribbon and crack 1. 8) From crack 5 in the left field, past the inner points of stars 3 and 4 to crack 1. 9) Faintly between stars 5 and 6, curving up along the inside edge of the die bulge. 10) From the border through star 7 to the hair ribbon and crack 1. 11) From the lower point of star 9, down to the hair ribbon and crack 10. 12) From the upper right point of star 9 to the upright of L and the upper right serif of the same letter.
The reverse die is also shattered, although not as extensively as the obverse. A heavy die crack bisects the second T of STATES, directly through the upright to the left branch of the wreath, creating two planes for this letter. Another crack crosses this crack, through TES to the right branch of the wreath. A crack from the right base of A in STATES to the left wreath branch continues through the left wing, eventually reaching the N. Cracks extend from the top of D to ST and through the center of these letters. There are no apparent clash marks, and UN are both weak due to the obverse bulge.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2545

1797 $1 9x7 Stars, Small Letters XF45 PCGS. B-2, BB-72, R.4. A 9x7 Stars obverse paired with a Small Letters reverse that is diagnostic. Q. David Bowers writes of the variety in his Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States: "Of all 1797 varieties, the BB-72 is at once the rarest, best known, and most sought after. ... Indeed, it may well be the most famous variety after 1794 and before 1804."
This Choice XF survivor is well-preserved and attractive relative to most of its peers. Glimmers of luster appear at the margins, and dappled rose-gray, violet, and steel shadings cover the rest of the coin. Minimally marked and attractive, an entirely pleasing coin for the grade.(Registry values: N4719)

2546

1798 $1 Small Eagle, 13 Stars AU58 NGC. B-1, BB-82, R.3. Die State III, also known as B-1a. The 13 Stars obverse was the second 1798 silver dollar struck after the 15 Stars obverse was coined. At least, this is the assumed emission sequence, since the 15 Stars obverse follows similar varieties coined in 1796, and the 13 Stars obverse was next, just prior to the Heraldic Eagle coinage that continued through the end of the Draped Bust series. In fact, this obverse die was used for 1798 B-32, the next coin in the emission sequence and considered the first 1798 Heraldic Eagle variety coined.
The obverse die is lapped, apparently as always, with fragmented details at the lower hair curls, and at the top of the head. The reverse is shattered, with all of the die cracks fully advanced, identical to the Bowers-Borckardt description for Die State III.
A sensational example with virtually full luster and exceptional eye appeal. The fields display their full mint frost with only a trace of wear to break the luster. The fields have a soft, satiny appearance under warm gold and ivory toning. A few slight blemishes are barely worth mentioning. Examples of the 1798 Small Eagle silver dollars are seldom encountered in grades better than XF. Bowers writes: "Several hundred specimens exist, most of which are VF. EF examples are quire scarce, and any coin in better grade is rare. True Mint State coins are great rarities." Census: 5 in 58, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2547

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 AU58 PCGS. B-24a, BB-124, R.2. Die State III with several obverse cracks. The reverse has 13 stars arranged in line pattern, and the two central stars in the top row overlap the clouds, giving this die the "Blundered Stars" nickname. The reverse continued in use the following year for 1799 B-15, BB-152. It is possible that the later die states (States III through V) were struck in 1799.
Although this variety is rather common, most survivors are in lower circulated grades, and those in AU or Mint State grades are elusive. This specimen has brilliant silver surfaces with satiny luster and a hint of champagne toning. All of the design elements are nicely brought up, except for weakness on three stars on the reverse.(Registry values: N2998)

2548

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 MS63 NGC. B-14, BB-122, R.3. Die State IV. This is one of the rare monogamous die pairings in the early dollar series, in that both sides of this coin are found in no other marriages. The obverse closely resembles that of B-24, BB-124, but on BB-122 the 8 in the date is twice as close to the bust as on BB-124, virtually touching, and stars 11-12 are much closer. It has a medium wide date. The reverse shows the eagle's right (facing) claw touching the last A in AMERICA, the only 1798 reverse with that feature.
NGC classifies this piece as the "Pointed 9, Wide Date" variety in its online Census Report, where this is the single Mint State example of the B-14, BB-122 variety certified. The Guide Book also calls it the Pointed 9, Wide Date, for collectors of those varieties. The PCGS online Population Report includes the B-14, BB-122 as one of many varieties under its PCGS number for the Pointed 9, 4 Vertical Lines dollars. PCGS shows a total of five BB-122 coins certified at that service, the finest an AU55. (We suspect that coin is the AU55 PCGS example in the PCGS Registry Set of Dr. Robert Hesselgesser, where he notes that is in the top three Condition Census coins for the variety; it appears to be the single finest certified at PCGS.) For the entire Pointed 9, 4 Lines subtype, PCGS has certified only four Mint State coins: two MS61, one MS62, one MS64.
When Dave Bowers was writing his massive (and now-largely unavailable) Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States: A Complete Encyclopedia, he commented that "Somewhere in the range of 350 to 550 1798 BB-122 dollars are believed to exist. The variety is very rare above EF and may be unknown in Mint State." The Notable Specimens in his list included several AU50 examples, and none finer. He provides a Condition Census with two AU55 examples at the top--probably conjectural, as the pieces specifically mentioned from past auctions had AU50 as their top grade.
While we know nothing concerning the past provenance of this piece, it certainly appears to top the known Condition Census for the variety by a wide margin. In this Die State IV, the most plentiful for the variety, a small die crack joins stars 4 and 5. This piece shows deep, multicolored toning on both sides, with an occasional flash of pale lilac. The right-side stars are weak, as often seen on the variety, along with star 7 on the left side. The remaining left-side stars, however, are bold. The strike is also weak on the central details of the eagle. These minutiae, however, fail to diminish the immense importance of this Condition Census piece.
For comparison purposes, we note that the Garrett and Buddy Ebsen specimens were AU50 and XF45, respectively, and the previously mentioned top-ranked PCGS Registry Set contains an AU55. This piece could possibly be the finest known of the variety, by as much as five to eight grade points. Watch the bidder cards fly on this one.(Registry values: N7079)

2549

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Knob 9, 5 Vertical Lines MS63 PCGS. B-4, BB-92, R.5. This scarce variety and sub-type is distinguished (most obviously) by the five lines in the reverse shield first of all. The obverse has several tell-tale signs as well. Stars 4 and 5 are more widely separated than the other stars on the left side, and stars 8 and 9 are more widely separated on the right side. There are two diagnostic "die dots" beneath the E in LIBERTY on the obverse. Also, the base of the R in LIBERTY is notably higher than the E and T. This appears to be an intermediate die state between State I and II. The BB reference states "Presumably, there are intermediate die states between this and II below." The angling die crack, as enumerated in BB for Die State II, is not completely developed on this piece.
This appears to be the finest example known by a wide margin. The finest coins among the Notable Specimens in Bowers-Borckardt are five XF45 coins. This is a magnificent example of the year, type, sub-type, or variety. Each side has layers of deep blue, rose, and gray toning with strong underlying mint luster that gives the surfaces exceptional vibrancy and "life." Sharply detailed on the obverse with good definition on Liberty's hair and the star centrils. The reverse is less well-detailed with slight softness noted on the eagle's breast feathers, just above the shield; otherwise sharply struck on that side. There are no obvious or mentionable abrasions on either side of this impressive early dollar.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2550

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Wide Date, Pointed 9 MS61 NGC. B-19, BB-106, R.4. A large mintage of 327,536 silver dollars was achieved in 1798, split among two major design types and 32 die varieties. The present coin is a representative of the B-19 variety, characterized by the wide date and obverse star placements, with star 7 near the L in LIBERTY and stars 8 and 13 equidistant from Y and the bust. The reverse features the Heraldic Eagle design, with the stars in an arc pattern. Q. David Bowers states B-19 is one of the rarer varieties of this date, with an estimated surviving population of 80-140 examples. The B-19 variety was first described in Haseltine's Type Table Catalog (John W. Haseltine, 11/1881), lot 118. Haseltine remarked, "Very fine, very rare variety."
The present coin is a splendid specimen of this early dollar. Well, but not quite fully struck, with deep blue and rose toning on both sides. Census: 14 in 61, 28 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2551

1799 $1 7x6 Stars AU58 PCGS. B-8, BB-165, R.3. The B-8 is one of the more common varieties of 1799 silver dollars. Q. David Bowers estimates a surviving population of 600-1,000 pieces, with the vast majority seen in lower circulated grades. The variety is scarce at the AU level, and rare in Mint State.
The present coin is an attractive example, with even blue-gray patina over both sides. The high points of the design are slightly brighter. A curious near-vertical streak is visible between stars 6 and 11. The strike shows remarkable detail, especially on the obverse. The reverse shows just the slightest softness on the eagle's breast above the shield, and weakness on the central reverse stars, typical of later die states of this date. There is faint evidence of die rust in the fields. We note a die crack through the eagle's tail, another from M into the leaves, and three more at the top of the reverse: one from the eagle's left wing to the denticles above the second T, another from cloud 3 to O, and another from the top of F to feather 3 below A. Altogether, a pleasing specimen of this popular date, from the scarcer Die State III. Population: 64 in 58, 61 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2552

1799 $1 7x6 Stars AU58 NGC. B-6, BB-162, R.4. Die State III. This die marriage is one of the popular 1799 7x6 Stars pairings, but this particular mating is considerably rarer than some of the other more common ones, such as the B-5, BB-157. The obverse here features the usual light "wave" clash marks seen above the date, with star 1 small and thin. The so-called "cobweb" clash marks under the chin are not visible on this piece. The reverse shows the A in STATES touching a cloud. This is the usually seen die state, with cracks more numerous on the reverse. The present specimen is not only just a hair's breadth away from Mint State, it also boasts lovely gray-gold and pink-gold patina on both sides, with premium appeal and somewhat prooflike surfaces.(Registry values: N2998)

2553

1799 $1 7x6 Stars MS64 PCGS. Ex: Flannagan. B-12a, BB-160, R.3. Die State III. The B-12, BB-160 die marriage is considered one of the two "no berry" varieties, although two tiny berries can be seen with close examination, and an additional short stem is also visible in the olive branch. The two "no berry" varieties are from the third and fourth use of the reverse die after it was resurfaced. Although a small number of finer pieces exist, this specimen is clearly in the Condition Census for the variety. It provides an excellent compromise between high quality and affordability, being virtually Gem quality at a much lower price, ideal for the collector who demands high grade and excellent aesthetic appeal.
This irresistible coin boasts strong mint luster beneath blue and gold peripheral toning on the obverse, the reverse with vibrant gold toning over the entire span of the coin. The frosty surfaces show a microscopic texture that is typical of the die variety, notably on Liberty. A perfect type coin for the collector who demands eye appeal, this specimen has top-notch surfaces and a strong strike. No adjustment marks, surface abrasions, or rim bumps distract the eye. A tiny planchet flaw that affects four or five dentils above the BE of LIBERTY will serve to identify this near-Gem in its future appearances. Population: 15 in 64, 5 finer (2/09).
Ex: 1995 ANA Sale (Heritage, 8/1995), lot 6520; later, Jack Lee Collection; Heritage (11/2005), lot 2192.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2554

1799 $1 7x6 Stars MS64 NGC. B-8, BB-165, R.3. Early die state. It is always a special treat to examine high-quality early dollars like this coin. Such pieces provide the opportunity to study intricate die detail and to consider the die state, an opportunity that doesn't exist with circulated examples. This example is an early die state, intermediate between Die State I and II in the Bowers Silver Dollar Encyclopedia. The obverse is equivalent to Die State II, also known as B-8a. The reverse is described as Die State I or B-8. It also exhibits a sharp strike, further enhancing the study opportunity.
The obverse has a single fine die crack from the border through the upper two points of star 7, continuing to the upright of L just below its center, the tip of the lower right serif of the same letter, the upright of I just below center, and terminating at the center of the upright of B. The die chip between star 9 and the border is extremely light and small. There are no other die cracks and no clash marks, although a faint bulge is evident in the field to the right of Liberty's neck. Aside from the die flaws at the top of the final S, there is no evidence of any reverse die cracks other than an extremely faint crack connecting the tops of CA. Faint clash marks from the bust are noted near O, and elsewhere on this die.
This is one of the finest examples of the variety that exists, to the best of our knowledge. It appears to be different than any of the "Notable Specimens" listed by Bowers. Both sides are sharply detailed and the impression is nicely centered. The reverse stars are especially bold and full borders are noted, although slightly narrow below the date. The surfaces have full silver brilliance with reflective fields and slight cameo contrast. A few faint hairlines are evident, and light adjustment marks are noted across parts of the design on the reverse. This is a remarkable near-Gem specimen that should be considered for more than just its impressive "grading number." Consideration should also be given to aesthetic appeal, often times more important than a high numeric grade. This piece combines both a high number grade with exceptional beauty. Census: 15 in 64, 8 finer (3/09), this population for all 1799 Normal Date varieties.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2555

1799/8 $1 15 Stars Reverse AU58 PCGS. B-3, BB-141, R.3. Ex Hesselgesser. A duplicate from the impressive Hesselgesser Collection, recorded on the PCGS Set Registry page. This is the famous 15 Stars Reverse variety with the reverse stars originally placed in rows of seven and six, with additional stars left and right of the eagle's head. Realizing that he erred, the engraver then enlarged the first and last clouds to hide the two extra stars, but points of each can still be seen. This lovely piece mottled golden-brown and pale blue toning sprinkled over bright ivory luster. Population: 9 in 58, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2556

1799/8 $1 15 Stars Reverse AU58 PCGS. CAC. B-3, BB-141, R.3. Die State III or later. The 1799/8 overdate obverse was united with three different reverse dies, including this blundered reverse with an incorrect star count. Somehow, the engraver managed to place 15 stars in the constellation above the eagle, rather than the standard 13 count. Those stars were arranged in rows of seven and six, with one on each side of the eagle's head. Realizing the mistake, he struck upon an ingenious solution, enlarging the first and last clouds to cover two stars. However, he left just enough of the points from those stars visible, confirming his initial error.
This late die state piece has amazing surfaces with frosty mint luster beneath considerable gold toning, accompanied by steel blue on the high points. The obverse is mostly toned, the reverse with much intermingled silver brilliance. Trivial surface marks on each side are consistent with the grade. Population: 9 in 58, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2557

1799/8 $1 13 Stars Reverse MS63 PCGS. B-1, BB-142, R.4. Die State III. This state shows extensive die cracking around the reverse lettering and significant die crumbling at the I in AMERICA. Three overdate varieties are known for 1799, this one as well as B-3 and B-2. This variety is distinguished by the overdate feature on the obverse. The reverse has 13 stars above the eagle arranged in curved arcs, and the leaf points to the center of the I in AMERICA. This reverse was only used to strike this variety.
Among the Notable Specimens in the Bowers-Borckardt dollar reference, this coin is listed twice, once as the Auction '84 coin and again as the French Family Specimen. It appears this is the second finest example known of this variety, second only to the Eliasberg coin. The surfaces are brilliant throughout and show exceptional mint frost--luster unlike that seen on almost all early dollars. The devices are sharply struck overall; in fact, fully struck on the obverse. The reverse only shows slight softness in the usual place, on the breast feathers above the shield. A few shallow adjustment marks are noted at the upper left corner of the shield, and the only other mark of any note is a small planchet void below the second 9 in the date.
Ex: Auction '84 (Stack's session, 7/1984), lot 1185; L.R. French Family Collection (Stack's, 1/1989), lot 10; Cardinal Collection (ANR, 6/2005), lot 36.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2558

1799 $1 Irregular Date, 13 Stars Reverse MS63 PCGS. B-15a, BB-152, R.3. Die State IV. One of the three "Irregular Date" dollars of 1799, this particular obverse die is paired with the "Blundered Stars" reverse, so-called as some of the reverse stars overlap the clouds. It is the only 1799 variety with the reverse stars arranged in a line pattern as on certain 1798-dated dollars and was in fact struck from a leftover 1798 reverse die (B-24, BB-124). The obverse has numerous die cracks as described for B-15a, the late die state recorded in the Bolender reference. The reverse has a die crack from the stem end to the border on all examples of the B-15, the crack developing during its use in the previous year.
This glossy Mint State specimen easily merits Condition Census ranking and is nearly the finest known B-15. The Bowers-Borckardt reference lists a single MS60 coin from Auction '85 as the only Mint State coin in the Notable Specimens section.
The mint luster shimmers over each side and the surfaces are richly toned with even gray patina and strong underlying rose hues. Sharply struck on the obverse with especially strong hair details, there is just the slightest bit of softness evident on the reverse. There are no obvious or detracting abrasions on either side of this lovely, high grade early dollar. Population: 1 in 63, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Heritage (2/2005), lot 7328; Heritage (11/2005), lot 2193.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2559

1799 $1 8x5 Stars AU55 PCGS. CAC. B-23, BB-159, R.4. The engraver must have begun entering stars at the right side of the die (left side of the coin), and when he finished, realized that he put one extra star on that side, and had to compromise, placing just five stars on the other side. The result in 1799 was a blundered die, leading to the 21st century result of a remarkable and highly desirable variety. Its desirability as a variety is only trumped by the quality of this piece, a splendid Choice AU dollar with original medium gray surfaces and exceptional iridescent toning.(Registry values: P1)

2560

1800 $1 MS65 NGC. Ex: Garrett. B-13 (formerly B-18), BB-193, R.4. This phenomenal coin is from the fabled Garrett II Sale (Bowers and Ruddy, 3/1980, lot 693), where it was cataloged as:

"Choice AU-55, with many claims to full Unc. status. Nearly perfect strike, no adjustment marks, obverse displaying nearly complete mint frost, missing only on the highest areas of Miss Liberty. The slight friction there may well be attributable to coin-to-coin contact in a mint bag shortly after it was struck. The reverse is fully frosty and on its own could certainly be classified as Uncirculated.
"An 1800 dollar of any variety in this state is very rare. This piece needs to be examined to fully appreciate its outstanding qualities."

Much has changed in the 29 years since the text above was written for the Garrett sales. This is NOT a case of "well, grading standards are not as tight as they used to be." Several numismatists on our staff all concur that there is NO friction on the obverse highpoints, and the mint luster is full and unbroken throughout both sides of this coin. Clearly, the grading experts at NGC concur as well, in assigning a Gem grade to this historic pedigreed piece. The surfaces show original, delightful golden-brown patina on both sides, with intermingled shades of cobalt-green, red-orange, and violet, primarily near the borders.
Another change is in the terminology of the variety itself. "B-18" is actually Die State III of the B-13, BB-193 die pairing. In other words, Die State I, perfect dies on both sides, is the "old B-13" variety, three or more times scarcer than Die State III, the "old B-18."
The Bowers-Borckardt Silver Dollar Encyclopedia describes the Die State III (Bolender-18) state thusly:

"Second clashing. Obverse with faded clash marks from first clashing. No die cracks. Reverse with massive injury from second clashing. Now with raised lines through F and clouds 7 and 8 to stars below those clouds; clash marks in same position as Die State II, but now much bolder and more extensive. Die crack along top of AMERICA, extending about halfway beyond final A along the border toward the eagle's tail. This 'variety,' actually a die state, used to be called Bolender-18, and is very common. In nearly all strikings, the 8 of the date appears 'pinched' and the last two numerals appear somewhat heavier toward the bottom, undoubtedly the result of metal flow during striking."

While it is true that this is the most commonly found die state for this die pairing, this is quite an uncommon coin in terms of condition, and Garrett cataloger Q. David Bowers says so in so many words, even to the point of sounding apologetic for mentioning what he perceived to be a slight loss of obverse mint luster on a nonetheless exceptional piece. But when he says, "An 1800 dollar of any variety in this state is rare," he is discussing the state of preservation--not the die state.
As of (3/9), NGC has certified nearly 800 1800-dated silver dollars of all varieties, attributed and unattributed. Of those coins, there are precisely three pieces, all unattributed, that have attained the Gem MS65 grade. For attributed B-13, BB-193 pieces, the highest NGC grade assigned is to a single MS64 piece. PCGS has graded a single 1800-dated dollar (variety unknown) as MS65.
This piece bears the startlingly original look of an old-time dollar from a nice 19th century cabinet, exactly as it should, hailing from the historic and fabulous Garrett Collection sold by Bowers and Merena for Johns Hopkins University. For the numismatic connoisseur or early dollar specialist who desires a real Gem 1800, a prize from this magnificent consignment of coins of many different types, the present piece should be seriously considered.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

2561

1800 $1 AMERICAI AU58 PCGS. Ex: Cardinal Collection. B-19a, BB-192, R.2. Die State III, with fine die crack at the tops of the LIB of LIBERTY. While the BB-192 is a comparatively available die variety when taken in the context of Bust dollars as a whole, it status as the more available AMERICAI variant has ensured its popularity with collectors. This near-Mint example is attractively lustrous with only occasional suggestions of friction and a few wispy abrasions. Gold and blue-violet shadings dominate with occasional silver-gray elements peeking through on the reverse. Excellent all-around eye appeal, a highly desirable survivor.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2562

1800 $1 Dotted Date MS64 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. B-14, BB-194, R.3. Die State IV. This is the well-known Dotted Date variety, so named for the small die chips that encircle the first 0. Bowers comments in his Silver Dollar Encyclopedia that "tiny dot-like die breaks appear in many other places, particularly between L and I, under nose, before chin, below first star, and under the 6th and 7th stars. The steel used to make this die must have been defective."
In the Eliasberg Collection, the catalogers wrote that the present coin was high in the Condition Census, apparently behind only the "MS-63" specimen from the F.C.C. Boyd "World's Greatest Collection," with the third finest known an AU50 coin. Since then a couple of clearly phenomenal specimens have been certified, including two Gem coins (MS66 and MS65 NGC, respectively) that we handled in January 2002. The Boyd example is today untraced, and it is unclear how it would grade by today's standards. The present coin is still clearly within the (enhanced) Condition Census, likely third behind the two coins mentioned, unless the Boyd specimen would grade MS65 or finer by today's standards.
This coin is mostly grayish-gold with tinges of pinkish-gold appearing on the reverse along with a bit of electric blue. The few tiny contact marks appearing on the high points are scarcely visible without a loupe, and in any case are far from distracting.
Ex: Harlan P. Smith Collection (S.H. and H. Chapman, 5/1906); J.M. Clapp; John H. Clapp; Clapp estate, 1942, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 2193.
From The Scottsville Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2563

1800 $1 12 Arrows MS61 PCGS. B-17a, BB-196, R.1. Bowers-Borckardt Die State IV, termed "scarce" by that reference, with obverse die crack through star 6 and extending to the hair ribbon. An engraving mistake put only 12 arrows in the eagle's claw on the reverse, creating a popular (if readily available) variety that is elusive in AU and better. The present piece is immensely lustrous with intriguing color. The centers are rich steel-gray with glimpses of gold, while the margins have brighter blue and champagne shadings. The single finest example of the variety certified by PCGS (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2564

1801 $1 MS62 NGC. B-1, BB-211, R.3. A late die state that corresponds most closely with Bowers-Borckardt Die State IV; it shows the multiple die cracks through STA(TES) and faintly through the right-side clouds and the right (facing) wing to the first A in AMERICA, though it does not show the continuation to ME and the rim as stated in the reference. This unusually well-preserved piece is pleasingly detailed and modestly marked for the grade assigned. The obverse has a silver-gray base with light blue-green and gold elements intermixed, while the reverse has the former color at the margins around a peach-tinged center.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2565

1803 $1 Small 3 MS64 NGC. B-5, BB-252, R.3. Die State I, the usual state, as always seen on this die combination. The obverse die was only used for 1803 B-5, while the reverse die was used for seven varieties in 1801, 1802, and 1803. Although the reverse die remained in a constant state for all examples of B-5, it went through several stages or states during its life. The present variety represents its final use, with cloud 6 almost entirely missing.
Approximately 400 examples of this variety have survived in all grades, according to its current rarity factor, but nearly all of the survivors grade less than AU. This piece is finer than any others that we are aware of and is almost certainly the finest known example of the variety. Called the May Sale specimen, it was merely graded Brilliant Uncirculated in its 1991 Stack's appearance, and it is listed in Bowers' Notable Specimens as MS60. Two examples were recorded as MS63 NGC and ranked first in that list.
Called a "top-drawer specimen" by Stack's, this near-Gem has brilliant and frosty silver surfaces with exceptional gold and iridescent toning near the borders. The overall appearance is similar to many old-time collection coins with delicate, original surfaces. The central design elements are a tad weak, but the balance of details are fully defined, including complete obverse and reverse borders. This piece and a single MS64 example of B-4 are the only two MS64 NGC 1803 silver dollars, with none certified finer (2/09).
Ex: Stack's (5/1991), lot 593.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2566

1803 $1 Large 3 AU58 PCGS. B-6, BB-255, R.1. The Large 3 obverse is one of the common varieties among all early silver dollars from 1794 to 1803. Only one other early dollar variety, 1802 BB-241, is of similar availability. The two varieties are the perfect choices for date or type collectors, as there is no associated variety premium. This is a splendid dollar with satiny surfaces and virtually full luster. Both sides have attractive light gray color with considerable pale gold, blue, and iridescent toning.
Ex: The Royal Oak Collection (Heritage, 8/2006), lot 5311.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

Proof Early Dollars

2567

1804 $1 Class III PR58 PCGS. The King--Pride of Ownership
Many American numismatic pieces, patterns and regular issues, are rarer than the 1804 silver dollar, with its population of 15 known specimens. Another issue, the 1933 double eagle, with an auction record in excess of $7 million, holds the title of most expensive, at least based on past sales. However, no other U.S. coin can ever be popularly accepted as the King of Coins. The 1804 silver dollar is clearly the most famous coin ever struck at a U.S. mint. Its rarity has been documented for more than 150 years.
B. Max Mehl once wrote: "In all of numismatics of the entire world, there is not today and there never has been a single coin which was and is the subject of so much romance, interest, comment, and upon which so much has been written and so much talked about and discussed as the United States silver dollar of 1804."
Mehl's words are every bit as appropriate today as they were in 1941, when he wrote them for his famous Dunham Collection catalog. The 1804 silver dollar still holds the same romance as it did then, and it will continue to do so in the future. Acquisition of any 1804 silver dollar will secure for its owner a place in numismatic immortality.
The 1804 dollar was called the "King of the U.S. series" by the Chapman Brothers at least as early as 1885. Also in 1885, George C. Evans called the coin "The King among Rarities" in History of the United States Mint. In 1907 Henry Chapman called it "The King of United States Coins" in his Matthew Stickney Collection catalog. Perhaps no one has ever done more to promote its rarity and importance than Mehl, who handled six different examples a total of eight times. Mehl was proud to offer any specimen, including this coin that he sold to Col. E.H.R. Green in 1932.

The Adams-Carter Specimen--The Specimen Presented Today
The Adams-Carter specimen was struck as a proof, as were all 1804 silver dollars. Like some other Class III coins, it was artificially worn (as discussed below) to resemble a circulated piece, in this case very lightly so. The attractive lavender-gray surfaces gradually change to steel-blue at the borders. The central areas, especially on the reverse, show some evidence of a light strike, suggesting that the reverse die was minutely sunk. The remaining areas are boldly struck. This splendid example retains some of its original proof surface in the protected areas.

History of the 1804 Dollar
Today there are 15 genuine 1804 silver dollars known to exist, as there have been since the 1950s when the King of Siam presentation set made its reappearance in the numismatic arena. Six of the 15 coins are held in museums, leaving just nine specimens available to collectors. The first 1804 dollars were minted in the mid-1830s, shortly after the second Mint building in Philadelphia opened for operation. The Department of State desired presentation sets of coins to give as gifts to foreign monarchs in 1834. Most denominations were currently in production, so proof examples of those coins were easily provided. However, it had been many years since a silver dollar or a gold eagle was coined. Mint officials researched records and discovered that the last examples of each denomination were minted in 1804.
Mint records indicated that 19,570 silver dollars had been struck in 1804, but three decades later, those in office failed to recognize that that entire mintage was dated 1803 or earlier, and there were never any 1804-dated silver dollars struck at the time. According to their beliefs, they instructed workers at the Mint to produce new dies for silver dollars and eagles, both bearing the 1804 date. Proofs of each were minted for the presentation sets, apparently along with a few additional examples.
At least by 1842, the existence of 1804-dated silver dollars came to the attention of the small numismatic community, and they were recognized as rarities. That was the year that Adam Eckfeldt and William E. DuBois published the Manual of Coins of All Nations, including an illustration of an 1804-dated silver dollar. The first private American collector to obtain an example was Matthew A. Stickney, who traded for his coin with the Mint in 1843, giving the Mint a gold Immune Columbia token and other pieces in exchange. Further examples made appearances over the next few decades.
With the rarity of the 1804 dollars firmly established at least by the late 1850s, the Mint (or certain people within the Mint) devised a plan whereby additional examples were made for collectors, perhaps as a way of enriching the Mint's coin cabinet, or possibly to enrich themselves. It is felt that the coins were made by a small number of insiders and sold secretly.
Knowledge of the diplomatic presentation sets was lost for many years, until 1962 when the King of Siam set appeared on display at the ANA convention. Eric Newman and Kenneth Bressett had just completed their manuscript for The Fantastic 1804 Dollar, and had to rewrite much of the book for publication later in the year.

Varieties and Production
The varieties of 1804 silver dollars are known as Class I, Class II, and Class III. The Class I pieces are sometimes called Originals, although that name is inaccurate, since they were struck in 1834 rather than 1804. The Class II and Class III pieces are sometimes called Restrikes, also an inaccurate name since there were technically no Originals.
A single obverse die and two reverse dies were created for all of the 1804 dollars, and it is virtually certain that the dies were all made at the same time, certainly no later than 1834. The dies were also produced by the same engraver. The two reverse dies have been designated as Reverse X and Reverse Y, following past literature on the subject.
The obverse die for the 1804 dollars was first used with reverse X in 1834 for the Class I pieces. Many years later, no earlier than 1857, it was used with Reverse Y for the Class II and Class III pieces. Meanwhile, obverse dies dated 1801, 1802, and 1803 were produced and used with Reverse X to coin the proof novodels of those dates. The exact time of production for the novodels is unknown.
A central device hub of the Draped Bust motif was used for each of the obverse dies, with individual numerals, letters, and stars entered inside a beaded border.
Reverse dies X and Y are both copies of the earlier Heraldic Eagle design used for the silver dollars of 1798 to 1803, but they are inexact copies. Both dies have identical Heraldic Eagle motifs from a hub punch that still existed after its earlier use for the silver dollars made in 1801, 1802, and 1803. The engraver added additional details from individual punches, including all of the letters, stars, berries, and berry stems. With hand-punching of the various elements, positional differences occurred between Reverse X and Reverse Y. The most important difference between the new reverse dies and the original dies of 1798 to 1803 is the border, now consisting of beads rather than pointed denticles.
Reverse X has the A in STATES positioned over the space between clouds 3 and 4, and the O in OF entirely over cloud 7. Reverse Y has the A in STATES centered over cloud 3, and the O in OF over the space between clouds 7 and 8. There are other differences, but those mentioned are sufficient for identification. Reverse X was used for the 1801, 1802, and 1803 proof novodels (sometimes called proof restrikes, which they are not), and also for the 1804 Class I dollars. Reverse Y was used for the 1804 Class II and Class III dollars.
Each of the dies was polished, as standard for proof production. Planchets were supplied, and they were also polished. Each of the Class I pieces struck before the new lower weight standard of 1837 should weigh 416 grains, and in fact, every one does--with one exception. The Parmelee specimen weighs 412 grains, close to the post-1837 standard, suggesting that it was the last of the 1804 Class I dollars minted. Some of the Class III pieces are actually on higher-weight planchets, adding to their mysterious origins. With the exception of the unique Class II piece that has a plain edge, all of the other 1804 dollars, Class I and Class III, have a lettered edge of the style used from 1794 to 1803.
The Class II and Class III pieces were all made no earlier than 1857, the date of the undertype on the unique Class II specimen. Some of the Class III pieces may have been made in the late 1850s, while others may have been made as late as the early 1870s.

Artificial Wear
Four of the six known Class III dollars were artificially worn, giving the appearance of coins long in circulation. This imbued the coins with a certain legitimacy in relation to the concocted stories of their discovery, intended to hide their true origins with persons closely tied to the Mint.
The Idler and Linderman specimens are unworn proofs. Since both of the original owners were Mint insiders, there was no reason to give those coins an artificially worn appearance. Today, both are in museum collections.
The Berg specimen was purportedly found in Austria and today is considered PR50. The Davis specimen when it first surfaced was alleged to be an original rather than a restrike, explaining the XF grade. The Ellsworth coin, now in the ANS, was first rumored to be the property of a former slave, explaining the XF grade and the surface nicks. The Adams-Carter specimen, the coin in the present sale, had a concocted provenance from an old English collection, and is graded AU58 by PCGS today.
Of the six Class III 1804 dollars known, three are now in museum collections. As the example with the least amount of artificial wear, the Adams-Carter specimen is by far the most desirable of the three Class III dollars available to collectors today.

Purpose - Presentation or Sale
At least two of the Class I 1804 dollars were specifically produced for presentation to foreign monarchs. It is believed that one or two others were also produced for the same purpose, although not delivered, eventually finding their way to collectors. The remaining Class I dollars, as well as the Class II and Class III dollars were undoubtedly made for collectors. There is no doubt that the artificially worn Class III coins were intended for distribution to collectors.

Registry of Known Specimens
The 15 known 1804 silver dollars include eight examples of Class I, one of Class II, and six of Class III. There are six 1804 silver dollars in museums and nine in private hands. A complete historical record is provided in Dave Bowers' book The Rare Silver Dollars Dated 1804 and the Exciting Adventures of Edmund Roberts. Like that in our Queller Family catalog last year, the current registry is abbreviated to include only the basic ownership information. We are indebted to P. Scott Rubin for his assistance, providing complete auction records for 50 different offerings since 1867.

Class I - The So-Called Originals
1. Sultan of Muscat Specimen.
PR68 PCGS. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; U.S. Department of State, c/o Edmund Roberts; Sayyid Sa'id-bin-Sultan (Sultan of Muscat), as part of a cased presentation set; unknown intermediaries; Charles A. Watters of Liverpool, England; Glendining & Co., London (5/1917), lot 227 (£330); Henry Chapman (6/1918); Virgil Brand, later, Brand Estate; Armin W. Brand; Horace Louis Philip Brand; Ruth and Charles Green; Charles Frederick Childs; F. Newell Childs; Charles Frederick Childs II; Walter H. Childs; Bowers and Merena (8/1999), lot 458, $4,140,000; Mack and Brent Pogue.

2. King of Siam Specimen
PR67 PCGS. Part of the King of Siam Cased presentation set. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; U.S. Department of State, c/o Edmund Roberts; King Ph'ra Nang Klao (Rama III) of Siam; presumed remaining in the family until about 1950; David F. Spink, who acquired the set personally; Elvin I. Unterman, via agent Lester Merkin; Bowers and Merena (10/1987), lot 2209, not sold; Rarities Group (Martin Paul) and Continental Rarity Coin Fund I (Greg Holloway); Superior (5/1990), lot 3364, $1,815,000 for the entire King of Siam set; Iraj Sayah and Terry Brand; Superior (1/1993), lot 1196; Spectrum Numismatics; private western collection (2001); Goldberg Coins (privately, 11/2005) to Steve Contursi and private collector.

3. Stickney Specimen
PR65 PCGS. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; Matthew Adams Stickney (1843); Henry Chapman (6/1907), lot 849, $3,600; Col. James W. Ellsworth; Wayte Raymond; William Cutler Atwater, later, Atwater Estate; B. Max Mehl (6/1946), lot 213, $10,500; Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr., later, Eliasberg Estate; Bowers and Merena (4/1997), lot 2199, $1,815,000; Spectrum Numismatics; private collection.

4. Dexter Specimen
PR65 PCGS. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; unknown intermediaries; S.H. and H. Chapman; Adolph Weyl, Berlin (10/1884), lot 159, $216; S.H. and H. Chapman; Chapman Brothers (5/1885), lot 354, $1,000; Scott Stamp & Coin Company; James Vila Dexter, later, Dexter Estate; H.G. Brown; Lyman H. Low (10/1904), lot 431, $1,100; William Forrester Dunham; B. Max Mehl; B. Max Mehl (6/1941), lot 1058, $4,250; Charles M. Williams; Abe Kosoff and Sol Kaplan; Harold Bareford; Stack's (10/1981), lot 424, $280,000; RARCOA (Ed Milas); Leon Hendrickson and George Weingart; Auction '89 (RARCOA), lot 247, $990,000; American Rare Coin Fund, Ltd. (Hugh Sconyers, manager); Northern California collector; Superior (7/1993), lot 551, not sold; Northern California collector; Superior (5/1994), lot 761; Harlan White; private southeastern collection; Stack's (10/2000), lot 1167.

5. Parmelee Specimen
PR64 ICG. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; unknown intermediaries; "an aged lady" who gave the coin to her son; E. Harrison Sanford; Edward Cogan (11/1874), lot 99, $700; Lorin G. Parmelee; New York Coin & Stamp Co. (6/1890), lot 817, $570; Byron Reed; Omaha City Library; Western Heritage Museum.

6. Mickley Specimen
PR62 NGC. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; unknown intermediaries; Henry C. Young, a teller at the Bank of Pennsylvania (circa 1850); Joseph J. Mickley (circa 1858); W. Elliot Woodward (10/1867), lot 1676, $750; William A. Lilliendahl; Edward Cogan (1868); William Sumner Appleton (1868); Massachusetts Historical Society (1905); Stack's (10/1970), lot 625, $77,500; Chicago collection; Reed Hawn; Stack's (10/1993), lot 735, $475,000; David Queller; Queller Family Collection; Heritage (4/2008), lot 2089, $3,737,500.

7. Mint Cabinet Specimen
Impaired Proof, per conventional wisdom. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; Mint Cabinet; National Numismatic Collection; Smithsonian Institution.

8. Cohen Specimen
PR30. Chief Coiner Adam Eckfeldt; unknown intermediaries; Edward Cohen, Richmond, Virginia; Col. Mendes I. Cohen, Baltimore, Maryland; Edward Cogan (10/1875), lot 535, $325; Henry S. Adams; Edward Cogan (11/1876), lot 356, $500; Lorin G. Parmelee; Henry G. Sampson; Major William Boerum Wetmore; Chapman Brothers (6/1906), lot 208, $720; S.H. and H. Chapman; Thomas L. Elder; James H. Manning; B. Max Mehl (5/1921), lot 778, $2,500; Elmer S. Sears; B. Max Mehl; Lammot DuPont; Willis H. DuPont; unknown thieves, recovered in Zurich, Switzerland, on April 23, 1993; donated to the American Numismatic Association museum.

Class II - The So-Called First Restrike
9. Mint Cabinet Specimen
Proof. National Numismatic Collection; Smithsonian Institution. Struck over an 1857 Bern, Switzerland, shooting thaler.

Class III - The So-Called Second Restrikes
10. Linderman Specimen
PR63. Mint Director Henry R. Linderman, later, Linderman Estate; Lyman H. Low (6/1887), lot 40, not sold; Linderman Estate; J.W. Scott (2/1888), lot 40, $470; James Ten Eyck, later, Ten Eyck Estate; B. Max Mehl (5/1922), lot 394, $840; Lammot DuPont; Willis H. DuPont; unknown thieves; recovered March 16, 1982; loaned to American Numismatic Association; donated to Smithsonian Institution.

11. Idler Specimen
PR60 or slightly finer. Philadelphia Mint; William K. Idler; Captain John W. Haseltine; Stephen K. Nagy; Henry O. Granberg; William Cutler Atwater, later, Atwater Estate; B. Max Mehl (6/1946), lot 214, $2,875; Will W. Neil; B. Max Mehl (6/1947), lot 31, $3,125; Edwin Hydeman; Abe Kosoff (3/1961), lot 994, $29,000; Edwin Hydeman; World-Wide Coin Investments, Ltd. (John Hamrick and Warren Tucker); Bowers and Ruddy Galleries; Continental Coin Galleries; Mark Blackburn; Larry Demerer; Dr. Jerry Buss, via Superior Galleries; Superior Galleries (1/1985), lot 1337, $308,000; Aubrey and Adeline Bebee; American Numismatic Association.

12. Adams-Carter Specimen. The present example.
PR58 PCGS. Philadelphia Mint; Captain John W. Haseltine; Phineas Adams; Henry Ahlborn; John P. Lyman; S.H. Chapman (11/1913), lot 16, $340; Waldo C. Newcomer; Col. Edward H.R. Green, later, Col. Green estate; A.J. Allen; Frederick C.C. Boyd; Percy A. Smith; B. Max Mehl; B. Max Mehl (5/1950), lot 804, $3,250; Amon G. Carter, Sr.; Amon G. Carter, Jr., later, Carter Estate; Stack's (1/1984), lot 241, $198,000; John Nelson Rowe, III; L.R. French, Jr., later, French Estate; Stack's (1/1989), lot 15, $242,000; Rarities Group (Martin Paul); National Gold Exchange (Mark Yaffe); Heritage Rare Coin Galleries; Indianapolis Collection; unknown private collection; David Liljestrand; unknown Midwest collection; David Liljestrand; National Gold Exchange and Kenneth Goldman; Legend Numismatics; Phillip Flannagan; Bowers and Merena (11/2001), lot 4303, $874,000; Donald H. Kagin, Ph.D.; Bowers and Merena (8/2003), lot 2026, $1,207,500; West Coast collector, via Kevin Lipton; Heritage Rare Coin Galleries, $2,250,000; East Coast collector, the present consignor (3/2006) $2,475,000.

13. Berg Specimen
PR55 NGC. Philadelphia Mint; Captain John W. Haseltine; Koch & Co., Vienna; John W. Haseltine (3/1876), lot 194, $395; O.H. Berg; John W. Haseltine (5/1883), lot 568, $740; George W. Cogan; Thomas Harrison Garrett, later, Garrett Estate; Robert Garrett; John Work Garrett; Johns Hopkins University; Bowers and Ruddy (3/1980), lot 698, $400,000; Pullen & Hanks, later with Sam Colavita; Pullen & Hanks (2/1982), lot 1076, $190,000; Sam Colavita; Mike Levinson, in trade for eight acres of land in El Paso, Texas; Pennsylvania private collection; Bowers and Merena (6/1986), lot 1736, $187,000; Rarities Group (Martin Paul); American Coin Portfolios (Dan Drykerman); Laura Sommer.

14. Davis Specimen
PR40. Philadelphia Mint; probably, Captain John W. Haseltine; Robert Coulton Davis; John W. Haseltine; George M. Klein; W. Elliot Woodward (5/1888), lot 1940, $660; Robert Coulton Davis, via J. Colvin Randall, later, Davis Estate; John W. Haseltine; John M. Hale, later Hale Estate; R.H. Mull; Parke-Bernet Galleries (5/1950), lot 221, $3,400; Henry P. Graves, later, Graves Estate; Stack's (4/1954), lot 1333, $8,000; Ben H. Koenig; Stack's (12/1960), lot 576, $28,000; Samuel Wolfson; Stack's (5/1963), lot 1394, $36,000; Norton Simon; James H.T. McConnell, Jr., via Stack's.

15. Ellsworth Specimen, a.k.a. Driefus-Rosenthal Specimen
PR40. Philadelphia Mint; unknown intermediaries; W. Julius Driefus; Isaac Rosenthal; Col. James W. Ellsworth; Wayte Raymond; Farran Zerbe, via Guttag Brothers; Chase National Bank; American Numismatic Society.

The Adams-Carter 1804 Dollar
The Adams-Carter specimen of the 1804 Class III silver dollar has a long provenance dating to 1876 when Captain John W. Haseltine first displayed the coin. A well-known coin dealer of his time, Haseltine, who was born in Philadelphia on September 6, 1838, served as a captain in the Civil War with the second regiment of the Pennsylvania Cavalry. He saw action at Bull Run, Gettysburg, Gains Mills, and Deep Bottom during the siege of Richmond, where he was critically wounded. In 1869 Haseltine married Rose Idler, the daughter of William Idler. A member of Grand Army of the Republic Post 2 and also a Mason, Haseltine was closely acquainted with Oliver Bosbyshell, the U.S. Mint coiner. Haseltine concocted various "special provenances" for many of the rarities that he handled, when they actually came from the Mint. When he showed the "newly discovered" 1804 silver dollar, Haseltine reported that it came from a private English source. Haseltine eventually sold the coin to Phineas Adams
A Manchester, New Hampshire, collector, Phineas Adams owned this 1804 dollar from 1876 until about 1880. According to the 1880 Federal Census, a father and son, both named Phineas Adams, lived in Manchester. The father was born in Massachusetts about 1815 and was an agent for a cotton mill. Also born in Massachusetts about 1845, the younger Adams was listed as a cotton broker. One of the Adamses sold the 1804 dollar to Henry Ahlborn.
Henry Ahlborn was a Boston-area coin dealer who published coin premium lists. He was born in Germany in 1832 and immigrated in 1850. Listed as a coin dealer in the 1900 Federal Census, he lived in Malden, Massachusetts. His business location was 31 Exchange Street in Boston. Ahlborn soon placed the coin with Boston collector John P. Lyman.
John Pickering Lyman was a director and president of The National Webster Bank of Boston, later known as the Webster and Atlas National Bank of Boston. He was also a director of the Collateral Loan Company, a trustee of the Suffolk Savings Bank for Seamen, and a member of the Union Club. An 1868 Harvard graduate, Lyman, who was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on February 18, 1847, was the son of the elder John Pickering Lyman and Mary Rantoul Peabody. His sister and sole surviving relative at the time of his death lived at the family homestead in New Hampshire. On November 7, 1913, S. Hudson Chapman sold the Lyman Collection. The buyer of the 1804 dollar was Waldo Newcomer.
Waldo Newcomer displayed his prize at the 1914 American Numismatic Society meeting. A banker in Baltimore, Newcomer was also a director for "numerous railroads, utilities, and other corporations," according to the obituary in the September 1934 issue of The Numismatist. Newcomer was born in Maryland on September 14, 1867, and died on July 29, 1934. He did well in business, although reports suggest that he lost nearly everything in the 1929 stock market crash and following Great Depression. Walter Breen claimed that he committed suicide, although The Numismatist obituary states that he died of heart disease. Newcomer allowed B. Max Mehl to handle this piece on consignment in 1932, and Mehl sold it to Col. E.H.R. Green.
Edward Howland Robinson Green was no stranger to numismatics or philately. The son of Hetty Green, the "Witch of Wall Street," he dabbled in many fields. The 1804 silver dollar was a prize of his coin collection. He also owned all five 1913 nickels, and at one time he owned the entire sheet of the famous "Inverted Jenny" airmail stamp. After Green's death in 1936, Chase National Bank handled his collection. Several years later, in 1943, the 1804 dollar was sold to A.J. Allen of Plainfield, New Jersey.
Little is known of A.J. Allen, although a 1938-39 Plainfield city directory lists Albert J. Allen as a broker. The 1920 Federal Census lists Albert J. Allen, born in Maine circa 1882, and his son, also Albert J. Allen, born in New Jersey about 1913, both living in Plainfield. F.C.C. Boyd acquired this piece from Allen, either directly or indirectly, in 1946.
Frederick C.C. Boyd was born on April 10, 1886, in New York City and died on September 7, 1958. He began collecting at age 12 or 13 and continued for the rest of his life. Boyd held a variety of positions before retiring in 1946 as vice president of the Union News Company. Since he bought the 1804 dollar in that same year, perhaps it was a retirement present for himself. Boyd also served on the boards of the National Recovery Administration during and after the Great Depression and the Office of Price Administration during World War II. Boyd apparently sold his 1804 dollar a short time later to Percy A. Smith via Numismatic Gallery, but not as part of the World's Greatest Collection sales, which were held beforehand.
Percy Arnold Smith of Portland, Oregon, was born there about 1884. Smith was the president and general manager of the West-Made Desk Company. He displayed the coin in September 1946 at a meeting of the Oregon Numismatic Society. Late in 1949, Smith sold the 1804 dollar to B. Max Mehl.
Fort Worth coin dealer Mehl, a tireless promoter of the coin hobby throughout the first half of the 20th century, included the sale in his May 1950 Golden Jubilee Sale, featuring the Jerome Kern Collection and other properties. The buyer was Amon G. Carter, Sr., who paid $3,250 for it.

Amon G. Carter, Sr.
Fort Worth, Texas, newspaperman Amon G. Carter, Sr., was born in Wise County, Texas, on December 11, 1879. As a teenager, he worked in a boarding house, waiting tables and washing dishes. He also sold sandwiches to passengers at the train station in Bowie, Texas, about 90 miles northwest of Fort Worth. His newspaper career began in the advertising field, and by age 44 he was president and publisher of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. A couple years later he acquired a morning newspaper, the Forth Worth Record, from William Randolph Hearst.
Amon G. Carter, Sr. became synonymous with Fort Worth. His corporation, Carter Publications, Inc., was the owner of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, WBAP radio, and the local NBC affiliate television station. The Amon G. Carter Foundation comments: "Fort Worth and much of West Texas depended on Carter Publications every day for their news and information. Thousands more had Mr. Carter to thank for their employment." Carter was also involved in the oil business and was a director of Aviation Corporation, later known as American Airlines. According to the foundation that bears his name: "Amon Carter was a tireless promoter of Fort Worth and played a major role in its development. He left many marks on his community and a legacy which continues to reflect his ideals." Amon Carter was also a numismatist, and he acquired his 1804 silver dollar in 1950. His death came five years later.
The Amon G. Carter Foundation (www.agcf.org http://www.agcf.org/ ) was established in 1945 and continues to play an important role in local projects. By the end of 2005, the organization had made charitable gifts in excess of $335 million.

Amon G. Carter, Jr.
Amon G. Carter, Jr. was born in Fort Worth on December 23, 1919, and died in Dallas on July 24, 1982. He served in World War II with the Army Field Artillery in Northern Africa and was a German prisoner of war. Considered a shy man, Amon Carter, Jr., carried on his father's business interests as publisher of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and as a director of American Airlines. He was instrumental in moving the airline's headquarters from New York to Fort Worth. Carter also carried on his father's philanthropic and numismatic tradition.
After the death of Amon G. Carter, Jr., the Carter family consigned the collection to Stack's, which presented it for sale as part of a January 1984 auction. At the sale, John Nelson Rowe, III, was the high bidder, acting on behalf of L.R. French, Jr., a Texas numismatist from Midland County, halfway between Fort Worth and El Paso. The French Collection was sold in January 1989, with Stack's conducting the auction.
Once the French auction had concluded, several dealer intermediaries including our firm handled the coin, including four years in an unidentified Midwestern collection. In 1998 Laurie Sperber and her firm, Legend Numismatics, Inc., placed the Adams-Carter specimen with Phillip Flannagan, an Ohio businessman. Flannagan sold the dollar and the rest of his early collection to raise funds for a Christian school and youth camp near his home. Several more dealer intermediaries handled the Adams-Carter 1804 silver dollar prior to its acquisition by our present consignor.

Acquisition and Ownership
The acquisition and ownership of an 1804 silver dollar is a yardstick by which all great numismatic collections are measured, as it has been for more than a century and a half. There are many reasons why that is so. Known as the King, the 1804 silver dollar is the single most famous numismatic rarity, attracting more attention than any other single coin. Several books, numerous articles, and many auction appearances have filled countless published pages over the past 150 years. Previous owners rank among the most famous numismatists, and in some cases among the famous personalities in this country. Limited market availability means that the successful capture of one of these prizes can take a lifetime.
Once this specimen is successfully acquired, it may be some time before another example appears in the marketplace. 1804 silver dollars appear in auctions every two or three years, on average. Fifty auction records exist for all 15 1804 silver dollars, and the provenance record reads like a numismatic Who's Who. A few important owners of 1804 silver dollars include Virgil Brand, the King of Siam, William Cutler Atwater, Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr., William Forrester Dunham, Harold Bareford, Lorin G. Parmelee, Byron Reed, Joseph J. Mickley, Reed Hawn, David Queller, Lammot and Willis DuPont, Henry Linderman, James Ten Eyck, Dr. Jerry Buss, Aubrey and Adeline Bebee, Waldo Newcomer, Col. E.H.R. Green, F.C.C. Boyd, Amon G. Carter, Sr., Amon G. Carter, Jr., the Garrett family, Robert Coulton Davis, and Farran Zerbe. What numismatist today would not want his or her name added to such an amazing and prestigious list?
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

Gobrecht Dollars

2568

1836 P$1 Name on Base, Judd-60 Original, Pollock-65, R.1, PR63 PCGS. Silver. Plain Edge. Die Alignment I (the center of Liberty's head is opposite the DO in DOLLAR). First issue of 1836, struck prior to the die clashing that produced the diagonal line above the eagle's wing. The 1836 Gobrecht dollars are the most frequently encountered issue by far, and they are also one of the most intriguing for the specialist. The lack of the die clash mark on the reverse indicates this was an early striking, produced prior to the late December 1836 and March 1837 coins, when things got really interesting and controversial. Only 400 coins were struck in this production run, and even though these pieces were intended for circulation a larger percentage of these so-called First Originals were set aside as mementoes at the time of issue. Consequently more survive today in higher grades than the so-called Second Originals (coins with the die clash above the eagle's wing).
One remarkable feature on this coin is the completeness of strike. Gobrecht expert Mike Carboneau has always maintained that fullness of strike on these dollars can best be determined by examination of Liberty's foot. On this coin, the detail is absolutely complete: full toes, complete sandal straps, even a toe nail on the great toe! The fields are bright and enhance the rich, mottled emerald and rose toning seen on each side. Only two marks are noted, both in the upper reverse fields, but neither is apparent without magnification and through the toning. An important offering of a high-grade, early-strike Gobrecht dollar.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2569

1838 P$1 Name Omitted, Judd-84 Restrike, Pollock-93, R.5, PR64 PCGS. Silver. Reeded Edge. Die Alignment III (center of Liberty's head opposite the N in ONE). Gobrecht dollars from 1838 are known in both Die Alignment III and IV. Die Alignment IV coins are generally considered originals and lack the minute die cracks seen on later strikings. This is a later striking that shows the expected die cracks through MERI, TE, and the base of LAR. Carboneau and Gray estimated that 250-300 restrikes were produced, either during the tenure of Mint Director James Ross Snowden or Henry Linderman. We speculate that this piece was most likely produced during one of Linderman's terms as director as the die crack from TE continues to the left to the top of the I, thus indicating a later striking.
Very few 1838 dollars are known in circulated grades, which would make sense as these pieces were made specifically for collectors. However, this coin is among the finest known. The fields are brightly reflective and comparable to proof Seated dollars struck from the late 1850s through the 1870s. Each side is covered in deep shades of royal blue, gray, and purple. The striking details are strong in the centers, but soft at certain areas around the margins; specifically Liberty's foot, several of the stars, and less-than-fully brought up reverse lettering. Close examination with a loupe reveals a few light hairlines, but these are not visible without magnification. A splendid example of this scarce Gobrecht date.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2570

1839 P$1 Name Removed, Judd-104 Original, Pollock-116, R.3 PR58 PCGS. Silver. Reeded Edge. Die Alignment IV, original issue of 1839 (the head of Liberty is opposite the F in OF). The original coins from 1839 are distinguished by a lack of die cracks that are seen on around the reverse lettering on the later restrikes. Even though struck as proofs, most 1839 Original dollars are found in circulated grades. This is a pleasing example that approaches mint condition with just a touch of friction over the high points. Much flashy brilliance shines through the light gray-rose toning that is lightly draped over both obverse and reverse. Magnification shows a number of tiny, grade-consistent marks, but the only one worthy of individual mention is a small planchet flaw in the lower reverse field below the eagle's claw.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2571

1839 P$1 Name Omitted, Judd-104 Restrike, Pollock-116, R.3, PR64 NGC. Silver. Die Alignment III (coin turn, center of Liberty's head opposite the N in ONE). Although not identified as a Judd-104 by NGC, just enough of the edge reeding can be viewed for a positive attribution, especially at 3 o'clock (all Judd-105 coins have a plain edge). The present coin is mostly brilliant with deeply mirrored surfaces. Except for the first four obverse stars (counting clockwise from the left side), the coin is well struck, with repunching noted on stars 5 and 8.
1839 dollars are usually not seen in Die Alignment III. Most 1839 dollars appear in Die Alignment IV. As late as 1993, David Bowers wrote in his encyclopedia on silver dollars that the existence of even a single specimen was unknown. Subsequent research conducted by Michael Carboneau and James C. Gray has identified a small number of similar coins; however, the current population of 1839 dollars that exist in Die Alignment III is estimated to be fewer than 20 pieces. In contrast, more than 75% of all 1839 dollars offered for sale are found in Die Alignment IV. The present specimen also exhibits a faint die crack at the top of the letters MERI in AMERICA. Most of the high grade 1839 dollars (regardless of die alignment) are restrikes made during one of these three time periods:

--during Mint Director James Ross Snowden's term of office (1853 until July 1860, when he sealed the Gobrecht dollar dies in a box)
--during Mint Director Henry R. Linderman's first term of office (April 1867-April 1869), or
--during Linderman's second term of office (April 1873-December 1878).

The die alignment and the reverse die crack suggest that the present coin was probably struck during Linderman's second term of office. This 1839 dollar is extremely pleasing and should fit nicely in any high grade collection of early dollars or advanced collection of Gobrechts.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2572

1839 P$1 Name Omitted, Judd-105 Restrike, Pollock-117, Low R.7, PR65 PCGS. Silver. Plain Edge. Die Alignment III (coin turn, eagle flying level). We have only seen two other Judd-105 dollars. The notes taken by Saul Teichman, Mike Carboneau, and James Gray indicate that the coin they viewed several years ago showed the same spindly die cracks on the reverse, similar to the Judd-104 restrikes. On that coin, the cracks went through the tops of MERIC and NITE. On this piece, we note the second crack extends to the D in UNITED, indicating this is a later striking than the other coin. Also diagnostic, there is a small, raised die spur on the upper curve of the D in UNITED.
The second example we have seen is the Queller coin. That coin has a similar finish to this one; that is, deeply mirrored fields that are equal to other proofs produced in the late 1850s (when these pieces are believed to have been struck). That coin also displays the same diagnostic reverse die cracks: through the tops of MERIC, NITE, into the field from the bottoms of AR, and a pronounced die spur on the right side of the D in UNITED.
The mintage of Judd-105s is unknown, but must have been very small. Only 6-10 pieces are believed known today. This piece is one of only two Gems certified, this one by PCGS and another by NGC, and an NGC PR66 has also been graded. This is an absolutely stunning coin. The fields show illimitable depth of mirrored reflectivity and the surfaces are draped in a light layer of reddish-golden toning that deepens slightly toward the rims. The only mark of any note that could be used as a pedigree identifier is a short, horizontal planchet flaw to the right of the eagle's right wing. This is a very rare opportunity for the Gobrecht specialist to acquire this major rarity.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

Seated Dollars

2573

1846-O $1 MS63 PCGS. Only four Seated dollar issues were produced at the New Orleans Mint, with the 1846-O the first in the group. The issue is also significant because it is the premier branch mint silver dollar in U.S. coinage history. We do not know exactly how many dies the engraving department in Philadelphia prepared for the 1846-O production run, but at least three distinct reverses were used to strike a total of 59,000 coins. The entire mintage was achieved in the month of June, after which the majority of coins entered circulation. Few 1846-O dollars were deliberately set aside at the time of production; most Uncirculated examples that have survived probably did so purely by chance. While worn survivors are scarce, if somewhat overrated on today's market, accurately graded Mint State representatives are few and far between.
The present PCGS-certified 1846-O dollar easily qualifies for Condition Census standing. The reverse die seems to be the one that Bowers (1993) characterizes as having a "very weak and thin O mintmark." The date is not known for an especially sharp strike, and this coin is a little softly detailed around the obverse periphery from 12 o'clock to 5 o'clock. All remaining features on that side are bold, and the reverse displays an overall sharper impression. Both sides are toned in mottled steel-gray hues. There are a few scattered abrasions, but only a shallow scratch mark in the reverse field above the NE of ONE is useful for pedigree purposes. NGC and PCGS combined report only eight coins in MS63, and there are two finer pieces, one MS64 PCGS and one MS65 NGC (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (7/2006), lot 2651.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2574

1850-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Throughout the entire history of the Seated Liberty silver dollar series, just four issues were coined at New Orleans. The others were dated 1846, 1859, and 1860. The two earlier issues are scarce or rare in Mint State grades, while the later two are both relatively available, due to quantities found in the Treasury vaults a century after they were minted. Mint records indicate that two fresh obverse dies were sent to New Orleans for the 1850 Seated dollar coinage, but no new reverse dies were sent. The 40,000 examples coined were made with leftover reverse dies saved since 1846. Considerable die rust in the reverse fields lends credence to this commentary. This example has pale grayish-silver color with sharp design elements and reflective surfaces. A few light abrasions are consistent with the grade. Population: 5 in 62, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2575

1850-O $1 MS64 NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. The New Orleans Mint struck four dates of the Liberty Seated dollar series, all before the addition of the motto IN GOD WE TRUST in 1866. Of those four, the 1859-O and 1860-O are common, by the measure of the series, in Mint State. However, the 1846-O--and especially the 1850-O--are seldom encountered in Uncirculated grades. Only 40,000 pieces of the 1850-O were struck. In the March 1979 Gobrecht Journal (as quoted in the Bowers silver dollar reference), Bruce Lorich wrote of his review of 100 years of auction records, concluding that Mint State specimens of the 1850-O appeared less often at auction than any other Seated Liberty dollars except the 1855, 1870-S, 1871-CC, and the "non-existent 1873-S." The Bowers reference also says "... it may be years, if ever, until you can buy a nice Mint State coin. Examples are few and far between."
Examination of the combined NGC and PCGS population data is also instructive. NGC has certified 14 Mint State examples, with four MS64 pieces the finest. PCGS has graded 10 Mint State pieces, the finest a single MS64 specimen (2/09). This lovely MS64 piece is tied with four other NGC and PCGS examples at the top of the population of certified coins.
The present near-Gem offers light copper-gold and steel-blue toning near the borders. The fields and devices are nearly brilliant, with a slight golden cast. The strike is good if not exacting, with slight softness seen only on the eagle's head and a few star centers. Abundant luster emanates from both sides, and there are light signs of die rust noted in the upper left reverse field. If Seated Liberty dollars are your passion, this piece will provide a radiant, crowning masterpiece to your collection.
Ex: Rod Sweet Collection (Bowers and Merena, 7/2005), lot 1047; Heritage (2/2006), lot 1657; Heritage (7/2006), lot 2653.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2576

1851 $1 MS62 PCGS. Massive exports of silver caused the Mint to limit production of silver dollars in 1851. A tiny mintage of 1,300 pieces was accomplished during the year, but records are unclear as to their purpose. They may have been requested by bullion depositors, or coined for the government account. Commercial needs for the dollar denomination were satisfied by a huge mintage of 3.6 million gold dollars in 1851. In Silver Dollars & Trade Dollars of the United States, Q. David Bowers relates, "The Liberty Seated dollar had become a second-rate coin in American commerce, and from this point onward little notice would be made of it."
Few coins were released into circulation at the time of issue, and most seen today are in lower Mint State grades. When coin collecting became a popular pastime in the late 1850s, collectors soon realized this issue was almost impossible to locate. In 1858 Mint Director James Ross Snowden ordered proof restrikes of the date made to trade with collectors for specimens needed for the Mint Cabinet. Auction appearances of these coins began at an early date, with perhaps the first being lot 134 in the Gratz Collection (Edward Cogan, 5/1859). The lot realized $15.00, a remarkable sum, considering the coin had only been struck eight years before.
The present coin is an attractive specimen of this rare date. Lovely iridescent tones of rose and lilac highlight the prooflike fields, while traces of silver cling to the devices. The strike is strong, with exquisite detail on the hair and star centrils on the obverse, and sharply delineated feathers on the eagle's breast on the reverse. A few scattered handling marks are consistent with the grade. Overall eye appeal is outstanding. Population: 7 in 62, 8 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2577

1852 $1 MS62 PCGS. Extremely high silver prices in the early 1850s contributed to the tiny mintages of the Seated Liberty silver dollars dated 1851 and 1852. It was only a year later, in 1853, that all silver coins (except the fiduciary three cent piece and the overweight silver dollar) saw a reduction in their silver contents to bring them back below their melt value. The business-strike mintages of the 1851 and 1852 silver dollars are recorded as 1,300 and 1,100 pieces, respectively, and as early as 1858, Bowers conjectures that the numismatic community recognized their rarity. Proof 1851 (and 1852) silver dollars are known in both original and restrike format. While the proof 1852 dollars are known struck from one obverse and three reverse dies, all business strikes known are from a single reverse. This is clearly an early strike from that die. Bowers comments in his Silver Dollar Encyclopedia:

"Walter H. Breen describes it: 'Earlier impressions show many nearly horizontal and fewer slanting die file marks within the reverse white stripes of shield; later strikings (after die repolish?) show none of these, only one minute spur from right edge of rightmost (sixth) pale gules or "red" stripe.' The typical original shows numerous vertical shield stripe elements extending above and into the horizontal stripes, and below and through the outside of the shield border; this is very distinctive."

Here the vertical lines clearly extend upwards at several areas into the horizontal shield lines, but the numerous die lines within the vertical stripes run in several directions: horizontal, and diagonally upward and downward. This piece displays muted luster underneath a light layer of brownish-gold patina. Numerous abrasions on Liberty's arms and in the fields account for the grade, but this piece remains an attractive Mint State example of an extremely elusive early Seated dollar issue. Population: 5 in 62, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2578

1859-S $1 MS62 Prooflike NGC. The 1859-S Seated Liberty silver dollar is an elusive date in all grades, by virtue of its tiny mintage of only 20,000 pieces. Silver dollars were used extensively in the China trade during the 1850s, and few pieces were saved by collectors. Mint State coins are rare today, with Q. David Bowers estimating a surviving population of less than a dozen specimens in the lower Mint State grades.
The present coin is well struck and untoned, with nicely preserved silver-gray surfaces that display noteworthy prooflike quality in the fields. A few small handling marks and wispy hairlines in the fields limit the numerical grade. Census: 1 in 62 Prooflike, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2579

1859-S $1 MS63 PCGS. Medium gold toning covers the obverse and lighter champagne toning crosses the reverse of this fully lustrous piece. The underlying surfaces exhibit a trace of reflectivity in the fields with satiny luster on the devices, resulting in a mild cameo appearance.
Just 20,000 silver dollars were coined in San Francisco during the year, the first of the Seated silver dollar denomination to be coined at that facility. During the few previous years of production, the young mint was concentrating on gold coins, and also producing limited quantities of fractional silver to answer the need for change in the gold region. The next meaningful production of silver dollars in San Francisco would have to wait until 1872, when another 9,000 pieces were coined. Of course, a small number of 1870-S dollars were minted with about a dozen known, and a few hundred 1873-S Seated dollars were also coined, but remain unknown today. Population: 7 in 63, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2580

1864 $1 MS65 NGC. This is a gorgeous Gem Seated dollar from a rare, low-mintage date in the series. Just 30,700 pieces were produced, in the last full year of the Civil War, when the hoarding of silver coinage was still commonplace. As a result, survivors are scarce at all grade levels. This piece is well struck, with only the slightest trace of weakness apparent on Liberty's head. The lower half of the obverse is untoned and brilliant, with a rich satiny sheen, while an arc of dramatic, deep cobalt-blue and red-brown toning occupies the upper obverse. The reverse shows a more uniform coating of electric-blue and charcoal-gray coloration. Both sides are well preserved and free of any noteworthy distractions. Census: 8 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2581

1870-S $1 XF40 PCGS. The rarest regular issue silver dollar ever coined at any United States Mint. From the Alfred and Jackie Ostheimer Collections. Light silvery-gray with luster in the protected areas and well struck. The small "S" mintmark is placed just below the end of the stem, in the correct location which matches the other known examples. Examination will note several faint pin scratches in the left and right obverse field, a few also cross the lower drapery of Liberty and a small nick resides between stars 3 and 4. On the edge past star 7 there is a shallow planchet flaw. These will serve to identify this rarity in the future. On balance the coin has a pleasant appearance and the surface marks are minimally distracting. An incredible rarity in any grade, and one of the rarest American coins struck for circulation.
Curiously, there are no mint records attesting to this coin being struck, but this fact is mitigated by the mere presence of nearly a dozen of these 1870-S Seated dollars today. In "The Saga of the 1870-S Silver Dollar" published in the May 2005 Numismatist, Nancy Oliver and Richard Kelly suggest a plausible theory for the origin of this mysterious issue.

"The explanation of the circumstances surrounding the creation of the 1870-S Seated dollar is found in the construction of the San Francisco Mint and the laying of its cornerstone on May 25, 1870. For some months it had been known that a time capsule would be emplaced in the cornerstone of the new Mint building. Among the items scheduled to be included in the capsule was a complete denomination set of U.S. coins dated 1870. The 1870 dies were received in December 1869, shipped from the Philadelphia Mint to San Francisco--but a few important omissions were discovered. The gold dollar and three dollar dies lacked an S mintmark. A request was sent to the Philadelphia Mint for reverse dies with the S mintmark included, but the wording of the request was confusing. Because there were no plans to coin silver dollars at San Francisco that year, the superintendent did not think it necessary to specify whether gold dollar or silver dollar reverses were needed. Without seeking clarification, the Philadelphia Mint obligingly sent both. Once the reverse dies were received from the Philadelphia Mint and production began in earnest on all of the coins for the time capsule, it was discovered that there was no obverse die on hand for the Seated dollar. Oliver and Kelly discovered documentary evidence of a close working relationship between San Francisco Mint Superintendent A.H. LaGrange and Carson City Mint Superintendent Abraham Curry. They theorize that LaGrange asked his colleague for an unused obverse die from the Carson City facility, and Curry obliged by sending him one. Unfortunately, vast amounts of Mint data that could have confirmed this ingenious theory were destroyed some 30 years ago as a cost-cutting measure--the answer will never be known for certain. One surviving telegram from Curry to LaGrange supports the theory, and demonstrates the facility with which the Western Mints interacted. Dated March 2, 1870:

"I have this day to acknowledge the receipt of silver dollar radius plates, and take this occasion to renew my thanks for your kindness.' "

Oliver and Kelly also speculate that an S-mint silver dollar would serve as an excellent memento for the groundbreaking ceremonies of the new Mint building. A study of the roster of the known 1870-S dollar specimens supports the idea that the coins were intended as mementos. Most appear to have been carried as pocket pieces, and show evidence of many years' ownership by non-numismatists. Only two of the nine known examples have been carefully preserved in Mint State condition. Some pieces are scratched, one features a test mark, another is pitted, and still another tooled.
The figure most often quoted for the mintage of 1870-S dollars is 12. With Mint records silent or destroyed, and no other credible contemporary testimony, we fall back on the empirical evidence of the coins themselves. With nine known examples; another reported, but unverified specimen circa 1990; and an 11th piece that is presumably still entombed in the cornerstone of the San Francisco Mint building, we are extremely close to the target figure of one dozen pieces. If we accept that one example is lost, our total would come to the accepted figure of 12 specimens. Whatever the original mintage might be, in absolute terms, the 1870-S Seated dollar is one of the rarest of all United States coins struck for circulation, and remains one of the truly great classics of the ages.
The following is a Census of the known specimens of the 1870-S Seated Liberty silver dollar which is expanded from the census first published in the Eliasberg Sale by Bowers and Merena Galleries in 1997.

1). Granberg Specimen MS62. Henry O. Granberg; illustrated in the 1914 ANS Exhibition; Waldo C. Newcomer; exhibited at the 1916 ANA Convention;William H. Woodin; Colonel E. H. R. Green; Burdette G. Johnson around 1944; Anderson DuPont Sale (Stack's, 11/1954), lot 2551; Art Kagin; Ambassador and Mrs. R. Henry Norweb; Norweb Collection (Bowers and Merena, 11/1988), lot 3825; Jim Jessen Collection; Offered as part of a silver dollar set in Coin World, January 1996..
2). James A. Stack Coin MS62. Probably Colonel E. H. R. Green; Morton and Joseph Stack; James A. Stack in 1944; Stack Collection (Stack's, 3/1995), lot 212; Rudolph Collection (Stack's, 5/2003), lot 2136, realized $1,092,500.
3). Eliasberg Coin AU50. George C. Hall Sale (Stack's, 5/1945), lot 1576; Will W. Neil Sale (Mehl, 6/1947), lot 202; Stack's; Louis E. Eliasberg; Eliasberg Collection (Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 2243; Stanford Coins and Bullion to Certified Acceptance Corporation (John Albanese, 2/2008).
4). The Present Example PCGS XF40 recently crossed from NGC XF40. Compton Collection; M. H. Bolender; Alfred and Jackie Ostheimer; Ostheimer Sale (Merkin, 9/1968), lot 372 bought in; Gilhousen Sale (Superior, 10/1973), lot 1339; 1975 ANA Sale (Superior 8/1975), lot 1125; Julian M. Leidman; Gary Sturtridge; ANA Sale (Bowers and Ruddy, 8/1978), lot 1160; James E. Pohrer; 1983 ANA Sale (Kagin's, 8/1983), lot 2707; Leon Hendrikson and Sal Fusco; Private collection; Phoenix Rare Coin Galleries July 1992; Richmond Sale (David Lawrence 11/ 2004) lot 1497; Jack Lee III Collection (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2226; the present consignor.
5). Eureka Coin, F/VF scratched. Reportedly discovered by an 18-year old man from Eureka, California before 1922 who kept it until the 1970s. Numerous scratches and nicks; Donovan II Sale (Steve Ivy 7/1978), lot 1128; Auction '85 (Paramount, 7/1985), lot 1270; Manfra Tordella, and Brooks fixed price list Spring 1987.
6).Stickney Specimen, XF40. Matthew Stickney sold privately, rim spot below 7. Likely Colonel E. H. R. Green; James Kelley; Jack V. Roe; James Kelley; Clint Hester or Charles M. Williams; Adolphe Menjou Sale (Numismatic Gallery, 6/1950) lot 2181; Abe Kosoff inventory 1955; Fairbanks Collection of Ben Koenig (Stack's, 12/1960), lot 617; Samuel Wolfson Sale (Stack's, 5/1963), lot 1431; R. L. Miles, Jr. Sale (Stack's, 4/1969), lot 1612; 1978 Autumn Sale (Stack's, 9/1978), lot 345 ; David Queller; Queller Family Collection (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 2129.
7). Carter Coin, VF. Waldo C. Newcomer; B. Max Mehl; Colonel E. H. R Green; Burdette G. Johnson; Jerome Kern (B. Max Mehl, 5/1950), lot 941; Amon G. Carter; Amon Carter Sale (Stack's, 1/1984), lot 285; L .R. French Sale (January,1989), lot 56, James Stack, Sr. Collection (Stack's, 11/1989), lot 546.
8). Schultz Coin, VF25. Norman Schultz Sale (12/1935), lot 1302; B. Max Mehl; King Farouk; The Palace Collections (Sotheby's, 2/1954), lot 1676; Hans Schulman, per Gaston DiBello's annotated catalog of the Farouk sale;1960 ANA Sale (Conn and Whiteneck, 8/1960), lot 1168; Kreisberg-Schulman Sale (4/1967), lot 1253; Stack's (3/1987), lot 1203; private collection; 72nd Anniversary Sale (Stack's, 10/2007), lot 5294; Bowers and Merena Sale (2/2008), lot 2035.
9). Boyd coin, VF tooled. William Hesslein Sale (12/1926), lot 900; initials F.H.I. engraved before Liberty. F. C. C. Boyd; World's Greatest Collection (Numismatic Gallery, 5/1945), lot 271; Southern Sale (Hollinbeck, 2/ 1951), lot 1248; Earl M. Skinner Collection (New Netherlands 11/1952), lot 162; Charles A. Cass collection; Empire Collection (Stack's, 11/1957), lot 1759; Hollinbeck's Quarter Millennium Sale, Part III (3/1964), lot 519; Hollinbeck Coin Company's 274th Sale (11/1967), lot 1162; Stack's (6/1996), lot 1940.
10). San Francisco coin. Mint State (not verified). San Francisco Mint employee, 1870 to family of preceding. Owned by San Francisco area military officer, examined by dealer Sam E. Frudakis who was not able to retain the coin for verification and identification.
11). A specimen rumored to be in the cornerstone of the "Granite Lady" San Francisco Mint, not verified.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2582

1871-CC $1 XF40 PCGS. The Carson City Mint came online in 1870 and only produced Seated dollars in the four years from 1870 through 1873, joined in the last year by a much larger emission of Trade dollars as a complement. Of the four Seated dollar issues the 1871-CC has the smallest mintage--a minuscule 1,376 pieces were recorded struck--and most of them apparently circulated in the coin-starved local economy. This piece shows deep charcoal-gray toning on both sides along with grade-consistent wear, but there are few mentionable signs of contact or other distractions. Population: 15 in 40, 33 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2583

1871-CC $1 AU55 NGC. The 1871-CC has attained just fame as the lowest-mintage Carson City Seated dollar, with a mere 1,376 examples coined in August of that year, though the 1873-CC Seated dollar is more elusive today. This lightly worn example is highly attractive, with mixed silver-gray and russet-violet shadings dominating each side. The strike is strong overall, and aside from an old pinscratch near Liberty's left (facing) shoulder, the surfaces are surprisingly mark-free. A worthy survivor of high importance to the connoisseur of Old West silver. Census: 6 in 55, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2584

1872-CC $1 AU55 NGC. While not as scarce as the mintage of 3,150 suggests, the 1872-CC is, nevertheless, a difficult coin to locate especially in high grades. Bowers states that "in Mint State the 1872-CC is very rare and seems to be nearly (but not quite) on a par with the 1871-CC, although in lower grades the 1871-CC is measurably rarer." In all grades, somewhere between 210 and 250 coins are believed extant today, with most in major dollar collections. This piece is a bit softly struck over the high points. The surfaces are bright and darker toning is seen around the obverse periphery. Numerous small abrasions are peppered over each side with a couple of larger ones in the right obverse field. Census: 3 in 55, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2585

1873-CC $1 AU58 NGC. The 1873-CC is second only to the 1870-S in overall rarity among regular issue With Motto Seated dollars. Although it does not have the lowest mintage of the Carson City dollars (the 1871-CC has that distinction), the number of survivors is lower than any other CC date. Only 2,300 pieces were struck of the 1873-CC, and it is very likely that the majority were melted, with somewhere between 750 and 1,000 pieces actually released into circulation. The reason for the low mintage was simple: the mints were getting ready to produce the Trade dollar, which was also first minted in 1873. In a letter from R.W. Julian to Q. David Bowers in 1992 and quoted from Bowers' Silver Dollar Encyclopedia, Julian suggests that "If the 2,300 were not called for by the silver depositor, it is likely that they would have been melted, and his bullion returned to him. It is my opinion, however, that all the coins were paid out and then perhaps redeposited for trade dollar coinage a few weeks later." To us, this seems like a somewhat cumbersome process, unless what he means is that local banks were ordered to redeposit Seated dollars for recoinage into the new Trade dollar design. In any case, very few 1873-CC dollars were in the channels of commerce, and even fewer are known in AU and Uncirculated grades.
The finest examples known are three Uncirculated pieces that were found in the cornerstone of a building in Carson City that was torn down in 1973. Today there are eight Mint State 1873-CC Seated dollars (three at PCGS, five at NGC), but once allowances for resubmissions are made, there are probably no more than three to five different examples. In all grades, both major services have certified 107 pieces. Again, there are doubtless numerous resubmissions in that number; actual survivors probably number 60 to 70 pieces. When located, the 1873-CC is usually seen no better than VF or XF, with perhaps no more than 20-24 coins in AU.
This brilliant coin retains much of the prooflike fields often seen on high grade examples of this issue. The piece is well but not completely struck up, with the only area of noticeable weakness on Liberty's hair. The surfaces are lightly abraded, but the only marks of any note for pedigree purposes are a series of small abrasions in the lower obverse field by star 13. One of the finest 1873-CC dollars available and a significant find for the Seated dollar specialist.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Seated Dollars

2586

1840 $1 PR65 NGC. The date is minutely above center in its exergual space, and properly centered left to right. The shield point is directly above the center of the upright of the 1. The reverse has a defect on the outside right edge of the final A, a characteristic common to many proofs of this decade. At one time it was believed that the defect indicated a restrike, but more recent research has shown that many original proof dies were used over a span of many years, being carefully preserved and stored from one year to the next.
More proof 1840 dollars are known than for some later dates of the decade, while the demand for the first year of issue coinage is higher than for the later issues. This lovely Gem proof has light contrast with satiny and fully lustrous devices on both sides. The fields are pristine and deeply mirrored, with delicate green, gold, violet, and blue toning on both sides. Both sides of this piece show bold doubling of the impression, with considerable evidence that the coin was actually struck three times.
The provenance of this piece is undetermined at the present time. An area in need of substantial further research is the early gold, silver, and copper proof coins minted prior to 1858. With few exceptions, each and every one is a major rarity, but the most recent work was Walter Breen's 1989 update of his 1977 Proof Encyclopedia, a reference that is recognized today for its serious shortcomings. Census: 3 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2587

1845 $1 PR65 NGC. Ex: La Jolla Collection. Proof 1845 dollars are exceedingly rare. While the exact mintage is unknown, David Bowers, in his Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States, gives an estimate of 15 to 25 pieces made. He also estimates six to nine coins extant today. NGC/PCGS population figures, on the other hand, show a total of 24 examples, likely including numerous resubmitted coins.
Light to medium intensity bluish-violet and beige-gold patination blushed with hints of lilac bathes both sides of this lovely Gem, but in no way diminishes the relatively strong field-motif variance that is apparent when the coin is rotated slightly beneath a light source. A powerful strike delivers strong definition to the design elements, leaving none with even a hint of weakness. Close inspection with a glass reveals well cared-for surfaces. We mention a small milling mark beneath Liberty's left (facing) breast solely for pedigree purposes. A distinctive backward J-shaped toning streak extending from under the eagle's head toward the space between the AT in STATES will also help identify the coin. This exceptional Gem will be a notable addition to a high-grade Seated proof collection. Census: 3 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/1987), lot 4372; Superior (1/1989), lot 4696; David Akers (Auction '89, 7/1989), lot 1153; Kenneth C. Long Estate (Bowers and Merena, 5/1995), lot 1215; The La Jolla Collection (Superior, 1/2004), lot 2564; Jack Lee Collection; Heritage (1/2006), lot 11605.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2588

1847 $1 PR63 NGC. CAC. Medium golden-tan toning dominates both fields, and the borders provide occasional glimpses of electric-blue. The strike is virtually complete, since only the specialist will be able to detect a hint of weakness near the eagle's left shield corner and on the peak of the left (facing) wing. Liberty's knees and the right obverse field exhibit a few delicate slide marks. A beautiful specimen that boasts flashy fields and pleasing eye appeal. Like nearly all proof Seated dollars from the 1840s, the present piece is from the "common reverse" shared die, identified by Mint-made defects on the upright of the second A in AMERICA near the crossbar. Bowers (1993) estimated only 20 to 30 proofs were struck.
Ex: Golden Jubilee Sale (B. Max Mehl, 5/1950), lot 818; Amon G. Carter, Jr. Collection (Stack's, 1/1984), lot 255.(Registry values: N7079)

2589

1848 $1 PR62 PCGS. Proofs from the 1840s of any denomination are of the utmost rarity, only being struck by the Philadelphia Mint at the request of the handful of influential collectors from the period or as a presentation piece for a dignitary or high government official. Experts have estimated the number of 1848 proof dollars issued at between 25 and 35 pieces, and it is believed as few as 15 to 18 specimens survive today as recognizable proofs. This specimen is layered in violet-gray patina, with flashes of steel-blue found primarily in the areas surrounding the devices. Light hairlines and contact marks are present on both sides, the most noticeable an extended mark to the right of the date. Population: 2 in 62, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2590

1849 $1 PR64 NGC. Q. David Bowers in his 1993 Silver Dollar Encyclopedia lists only a single variety of proof 1849 Seated dollars "with imperfection on [the] 4 in [the] date" and the shared "reverse of 1840-1850." Duncan Lee, in his August 2006 supplement to the Coin Dealer Newsletter, agrees with Bowers, stating "all proofs are restrikes. The date shows a distinctive imperfection on the 4 in the date, and is combined with the common [restrike] reverse."
The present specimen matches the Bowers and Lee descriptions of the obverse die. The inner triangle of the 4 has minor die fill, and the 4 has two different levels of relief. The relief is comparatively low from its base to the intersection of the crosslet and upright. The relief is higher on the upper portion of the upright, and on the diagonal.
But the reverse die differs. It is not the 1840-1850 shared reverse, which shows die lumps on the final A in AMERICA. The present reverse has a perfect final A. The vertical die lines also differ from the restrike reverse in their penetration of the horizontal shield lines. Line 3 of stripe 1 extends through all but one of the horizontal shield lines. Line 2 of stripe 2 extends to horizontal line 4.
Whether original or restrike, all proofs are highly desirable. Bowers (1993) wrote "The proof Liberty Seated silver dollar of this date stands as the rarest of the 1840s, in my opinion. ... By any measure, the 1849 proof dollar is an extreme rarity today. Indeed, its rarity cannot be overestimated. In 40 years I have seen only three specimens." Referring to Bowers' assessment, Lee adds, "Certainly a strong argument can be made in support of that assertion as the population reports indicate that this issue is tied for third [for the entire proof Liberty Seated series]." Of course, resubmissions over the past 23 years have likely inflated third-party population and census data. In our January 2009 FUN sale, we presented an extensive roster of eight examples, including two impaired pieces.
The present needle-sharp specimen is unabraded and has light sea-green and golden-brown peripheral toning. For those inspired to research pedigrees of 1849 proofs, we note a tiny lintmark near the upper right corner of the final A in AMERICA.
Ex: Amon G. Carter, Jr. Collection (Stack's, 1/1984), lot 257; Queller Family Collection of Silver Dollars (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 2146.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2591

1851 $1 Restrike PR63 NGC. CAC. Since the 1851 business strike has a remarkably low mintage of 1,300 pieces, it is understandable that prodigious demand exists for 1851 proofs. The proof mintage is unknown, but undoubtedly low. In his 1993 silver dollar Encyclopedia, Q. David Bowers estimated only 50 to 100 proofs were struck. He describes two different sets of proof dies. The present specimen is from his first die pair. The obverse die is identified by a raised and slightly curved line near the center of the final 1 in the date. The reverse die is distinguished by a reduction in relief for the first vertical stripe as it approaches the lowest horizontal line within the eagle's shield. This example features light chestnut-brown and rose toning that deepens slightly near the borders. The strike is unimprovable, and the devices display modest (albeit undesignated) cameo contrast. Census: 2 in 63, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2592

1851 $1 Restrike PR63 Cameo PCGS. These Restrike silver dollars are sometimes also known as the Centered Date dollars, compared to the higher date position of Original strikes. Current knowledge suggests that all 1851 Original silver dollars were coined as circulation strikes, while all 1851 Restrike dollars were coined as proofs. Therefore, it is necessary for the collector of proof Seated dollars to acquire this variety. This example is a splendid Cameo proof with hints of champagne toning visible mostly on the frosty devices. The fields are deeply mirrored and exhibit only the faintest hairlines that are consistent with the grade.
In his 1993 Silver Dollar Encyclopedia, Dave Bowers described two different die varieties for the 1851 Restrike dollars. This piece more closely resembles the description of his second variety, although it seems to have certain elements of both. The descriptions are similar enough that they may actually represent die states of a single physical pair of coinage dies.
Little concrete history is known of these pieces. Over the years, much has been made of "Midnight Minters" and other similar clandestine operations. In the past, some (especially Walter Breen) have suggested that George and Theodore Eckfeldt made many different restrikes within the Mint for their own personal gain. The late 1850s are usually suggested as a timeframe. At about that same time coin collecting was gaining in popularity, and the Mint's own coin collection was being assembled. As intriguing as the Midnight Minter story may be, it seems equally likely that the Mint purposely made these restrikes to provide a trading stock with collectors for additions to the Mint's numismatic collection (now held by the Smithsonian Institution). Population: 2 in 63 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2593

1855 $1 PR63 PCGS. As for most pre-1858 proof issues, the 2009 Guide Book does not even attempt a mintage estimate, but Bowers guesses that between 40 and 75 proof 1855 Seated dollars were coined. Breen's Proof Encyclopedia only commits to the laconic "possibly 50-60 survive." Both of those estimates may be high, as even with possible duplication the combined NGC/PCGS population surveys show only 34 coins, including a few Cameo pieces. Issues are known both with a leftover reverse die from 1854, including the present coin, and a new die from 1855. There are a few scattered contact marks that account for the grade, but much eye appeal is present on the pinkish-gold, well-struck surfaces. Population: 3 in 63, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2594

1857 $1 PR64 PCGS. Pre-1858 proof coinage of any denomination is scarce, but those from 1857 are generally more available than other early pre-mass production years. Mintages prior to 1858 are unknown and largely a matter of conjecture. It is generally believed that somewhere between 50 and 100 proof dollars were struck. Of that number, probably no more than 40-50 are known today in all grades. High grade pieces such as this one are rarely encountered. Only 11 near-Gems have been certified by PCGS, with NGC grading another 13. Above this level, only eight coins have been graded. The fields on this piece are bright and highly reflective. The fully struck surfaces are mostly brilliant with just a smattering of pale golden-brown patina seen on the obverse. Population: 10 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2595

1863 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Gorgeous plum-red, navy-blue, and golden-brown drape the obverse periphery, with the majority of the field and seated Liberty untoned. The reverse has a circle of brilliance in the upper left quadrant, while the remainder of that side is bathed in vivid cherry-red, peach, and aqua-blue patina. Where untoned, cameo contrast is obvious. The strike is penetrating, and the eye appeal is exceptional.
In his 1993 Silver Dollar Encyclopedia, Q. David Bowers asserts that two proof dies are known, but diagnostics of the second die are undetermined. All examples we have examined are from the first die pair. The obverse of this variety is identified by minute die doubling on LIBERTY, its scroll, and the horizontal shield lines. On the reverse, the third line of the first vertical shield stripe extends through several horizontal lines and is incompletely finished between the lowest arrowheads and the leaves of the olive branch.
Only 460 proofs were struck for this Civil War date. Among proof dates with recorded mintages, the 1863 has the smallest production, edging out the 470-piece proof emission of the 1864. The silver dollar is the largest and most visually impressive Seated denomination, and proofs of that type have the greatest eye appeal. The short set, from 1858 to 1873, can be accomplished by the advanced numismatist and would make a stunning display at a regional coin show. Census: 1 in 67 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2596

1871 $1 PR66 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. Ex: Chappell Collection. An absolutely amazing proof dollar with fully brilliant, untoned silver surfaces. Both sides have exceptionally deep mirrored fields and fully lustrous and frosty silver devices. Even the individual dentils in the obverse and reverse borders are fully frosted, creating an exceptional frame for the devices. This is the only star-designated Ultra Cameo proof that NGC has certified, with three finer Ultra Cameo pieces graded by that service, probably including resubmissions (3/09). For the connoisseur who appreciates the finest in aesthetic appeal, the quality of this proof 1871 Seated dollar will be nearly impossible to surpass.(Registry values: N7079)

Trade Dollars

2597

1874-CC T$1 MS64 NGC. While the Carson City Mint struck Seated dollars in only minimal quantities, its production of Trade dollars was substantially higher. The mintage of the 1874-CC was 1,373,200 pieces, a record production at that time for the facility. However, the 1874-CC is much scarcer than its mintage suggests, since many pieces were exported, chopmarked, and melted. In Mint State, the 1874-CC is about as rare as the more heralded 1889-CC Morgan silver dollar. Lower demand explains its more modest price when compared to the 1889-CC. A lightly toned, problem-free, and fully lustrous piece, such as the present near-Gem, is highly desirable. Moderate strike softness is noted on the right (facing) claw and on Liberty's hair, but the balance of the devices are boldly defined. Census: 18 in 64, 4 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (8/2006), lot 5331.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2598

1875-S/CC T$1 MS64 NGC. FS-501, formerly FS-012.5. Type One Reverse. The underlying second C of the Carson City mintmark is obvious to the right of the prominent S, and part of the first C is visible to the left of the S. Both sides are silver-gold and lustrous, with pale milky lilac and ice-blue patination scattered about. Well preserved aside from a few thin marks near 900 and the D in DOLLAR. This popular and interesting variety was unknown to the numismatic fraternity until 1963, and is rarely encountered in such exemplary quality. Census: 3 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2599

1876 T$1 MS66 NGC. Type One Obverse and Reverse. Although the Type One Reverse is the scarcer subtype for the issue, this coin's exceptional level of preservation is its claim to fame. The strike is razor-sharp throughout, and the surfaces are exceptionally lustrous and well preserved. Although many numismatists would refer to the present coin as brilliant, the margins offer delicate golden patina. It would be hard to imagine a finer example. Many letters in UNITED STATES OF AMERICA exhibit defective serifs, as made. Census: 4 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Pittsburgh Signature (Heritage, 8/2004), lot 6407, which realized $12,075.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2600

1877 T$1 MS65 PCGS. Fresh silver-white luster dominates the eye appeal of this sharply struck, carefully preserved survivor. Minimally marked surfaces further the exemplary eye appeal. This gorgeous Gem also offers something of interest for the die-variety specialist: Much of the reverse, especially the lettering, shows minute doubling. Peripheral die cracks are also present around much of the reverse, yet the cracks themselves are not doubled. This combination suggests a minor doubled die, adding to the already-considerable desirability of the coin. Population: 4 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2601

1877-S T$1 MS66 PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. Most of the nearly 10 million-piece mintage of 1877-S Trade dollars were shipped to China, where they were in abundance for many decades. Perusal of PCGS/NGC population figures indicates examples in Extremely Fine to near-Gem are readily available to collectors. Gems are more elusive, and higher grade coins are rare.
Splashes of electric-blue, purple, and orange-gold concentrate at the borders of this Premium Gem. The design elements are for the most part well impressed, with only portions of Liberty's hair and some star centers revealing softness. Highly lustrous surfaces are minimally abraded. Population: 6 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Trade Dollars

2602

1875 T$1 PR65 Ultra Cameo NGC. Type Two Reverse. The contrast of this essentially untoned Gem specimen is made all the more profound by the deeply mirrored fields which set up a "black" background against the white frost over the devices. The strike on this impressive early proof Trade dollar is fully executed over the central devices, while just a handful of the obverse stars come up a trifle short of complete. These earlier dates in the series are not touted like the higher mintage proof-only issues, but they are far more challenging in high grades. Census: 3 in 65 Ultra Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2603

1877 T$1 PR66 Cameo NGC. Each side of this moderately contrasted Premium Gem proof Trade dollar shows faint champagne overtones that deepen to gold-orange close to the rims. The strike is bold, and the wide-open fields are strongly mirrored and virtually untouched. Though Philadelphia produced a then-record 1,150 proof Trade dollars in 1876, the centennial year, the heightened output did not last; out of all the official (1873 to 1883) proof Trade dollar issues, the 1877 has the lowest stated mintage, with just 510 specimens struck. Census: 4 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2604

1879 T$1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Although 1878 saw the last flourish of circulation-strike Trade dollars, the series limped along a few more years with a series of proof-only issues before blinking entirely out of existence. The year 1879 saw only proofs issued, produced to the extent of a fairly generous 1,541 pieces. Precious few, however, today can lay claim to so lofty a grade as the present fabulous specimen, essentially untoned with a powerful strike and outstanding black-and-white contrast. The frost over the central devices, while not thick, is ample, and the fields boast powerful reflectivity. A tiny, curving lint mark visible below the last star on the right is a possible pedigree marker. Census: 16 in 67 Cameo, 8 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2605

1880 T$1 PR67 Cameo PCGS. While this issue is generally available for a price and even Cameo coins are offered with some regularity, Superb Gem Cameos are very rare. Only five other pieces have been so graded by PCGS, with none finer (3/09). The surfaces on this piece are completely brilliant, and the fields are deeply mirrored. The devices display appreciable mint frost that sparks considerable contrast against the illimitable depth of mirrored reflectivity in the fields. Full, pinpoint striking details also complement surfaces that are essentially free of contact marks and other distractions.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2606

1880 T$1 PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. A coin of astonishing beauty. The centers have a thin layer of silver-gray patina across the fields, while the ivory-white of the devices remains undimmed. Strong mirrors shine through the silver-gray and also the bands of gold, rose, and blue visible at the margins. Boldly impressed and exquisitely preserved. Simply put, one of the finest imaginable survivors of this perennially popular issue, one that had a record-high mintage for a dollar coin at 1,987 pieces; the record would not be broken until 1971 with the coming of the proof Eisenhower dollar.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2607

1880 T$1 PR68 Cameo NGC. Both sides are fully brilliant with no evidence of toning. The fields of this example are deeply mirrored and essentially mark-free, although a fine scratch on the holder over Liberty's head may appear in the photo of this coin. The bright white devices on each side of this amazing piece are highly lustrous, and the entire presentation is suggestive of the Ultra Cameo designation. Despite a stated mintage that approaches 2,000 specimens, coins of this quality are hard to come by, particularly with the contrast shown here. Census: 10 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2608

1880 T$1 PR67 Ultra Cameo NGC. The 1880 Trade dollar has long enjoyed recognition as the highest-mintage dollar-denominated proof issue in the 19th century, and with nearly 2,000 specimens struck, survivors are known at virtually all grade levels. Precious few of them, however, show the absolute cameo contrast visible on this gorgeous Superb Gem. Sharply struck devices have rich coats of silver-white frost, and the mirrors are exquisite and deep. Only a few hints of cloud-gray toning in the fields affect this coin's essentially black-and-white appearance. Marvelous visual appeal. Census: 3 in 67 Ultra Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2609

1881 T$1 PR66 Cameo PCGS. With the inception of the Morgan dollar series in 1878, Philadelphia only minted proof-format Trade dollars, as nearly every ounce of silver was needed to meet the requirements of the Bland-Allison Act. Proof Trade dollars continued to be coined over the next few years to satisfy collector demand.
One of many amazing Trade dollars that we have handled over the years and a coin of captivating beauty, this Premium Gem is a fully brilliant "black and white" proof with deeply mirrored fields and highly lustrous devices. Few of the 960 proof Trade dollars that were minted in 1881 have survived in such a high technical grade. Population: 7 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2610

1882 T$1 PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. A magnificent, all-white example of this popular, late-date Trade dollar with a mintage of only 1,097 pieces, all proofs. The fields are deeply reflective and mirrorlike. The devices are thickly frosted. The combination of the two yields a profound white-on-black cameo contrast. An interesting feature on this piece is seen on the obverse rim at 3 and 9 o'clock. At first glance it appears they are two rim bumps. Closer examination, however, shows that a tiny bit of metal was rolled over the rim at each location. We have seen this on other coins, and frankly not paid much attention to it. It is worthy of note on a proof coin, though. If we were to speculate, we would say it has something to do with the die ejection process, but we leave the final word to those who have made a more in-depth study of the technical aspects of the minting process. Census: 9 in 66 Ultra Cameo, 5 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2611

1882 T$1 PR67 Ultra Cameo NGC. The Trade dollar was last struck for circulation in 1877 at the Philadelphia Mint, and in 1878 at Carson City and San Francisco, but proofs continued to be produced in limited quantity each year through 1885. The final two dates (1884 and 1885) are great rarities and were publicly unknown until 1908.
The obverse appears brilliant at first glance, but the lower denticles exhibit faint golden-brown patina, and hints of plum iridescence adorn the upper border. The central reverse is also brilliant. However, the margins are generously graced with light bands of autumn-brown, sea-green, and mauve patina. As expected of the Ultra Cameo designation, both major devices are highly lustrous and heavily frosted. The legends and stars also demonstrate impressive white-on-black contrast with the glassy fields. The strike is essentially full, although the specialist will find a mere hint of incompleteness on the top of Liberty's head. This splendidly preserved specimen can be identified in future appearances by a tiny, almost-round planchet flaw near 3 o'clock on the reverse. Minute die doubling on the bases of 420 GRAINS is diagnostic of this scarce proof-only issue.
As of (2/09), NGC has encapsulated four 1882 Trade dollars as PR67 Ultra Cameo, and just one piece finer. PCGS has yet to certify a Deep Cameo example above the PR66 level.
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 878.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

2612

1882 T$1 PR67 Ultra Cameo NGC. Q. David Bowers, in his Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States, offered the following commentary on the proof 1882 Trade dollar issue's mintage: "For the fifth year in a row, the only trade dollars minted at Philadelphia were Proofs. The mintage figure of 1,097 Proofs was nearly equal to the number (1,100) of silver Proof sets made of other denominations from the dime to the Morgan dollar." Bowers also notes that most of the proof Trade dollar production that year took place early, in February and March, with only small batches struck afterward until a final heightened mintage in December.
This technically superior specimen has many components that add to its overwhelming eye appeal. Most obvious is its contrast, with thick mint frost over the central devices, sharply struck rather than the flatness sometimes seen. A few small polished areas in the middles of the devices add visual interest.
While the fields themselves are minimally toned, each side takes on a suggestion of color thanks to significant peripheral patina. Delicate gold shadings encircle each side, covering the rims, with occasional elements of deeper rose, plum, and claret overlaid. This creates a noteworthy juxtaposition, not only between frost and mirror, but between the black-and-white of the centers and the color of the rims. Overall, a fantastic Superb Gem that should attract plenty of attention. Census: 4 in 67 Ultra Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2613

1883 T$1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. The 1883 Trade dollar is a proof-only issue of 979 coins. These are somewhat scarcer today than the mintage would indicate, especially in Cameo finish.
The mildly frosted motifs of this Superb Gem appear to float over the deeply mirrored, watery fields, yielding a stunning Cameo contrast. An exacting strike imparts virtually complete definition to the design elements, accentuating even more this variance. Both sides are essentially untoned and devoid of mentionable marks. Census: 12 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2614

1883 T$1 PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. This Gem is from the final year of issue for the Trade dollar (except for the ultrarare 1884 and 1885 issues), and it is one of only 979 pieces struck, all proofs. This exquisite coin is one that immediately strikes the viewer as having special eye appeal. Stark field-to-device contrast is seen on each side of this mostly brilliant example, and there are virtually no post-striking impairments on either side. In the right obverse field there is a slight planchet fissure, which appears as a pale toning streak to the unaided eye. Population: 1 in 65 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Morgan Dollars

2615

1879-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Normal Mintmark. The present Gem example of this issue is the finest quality practically obtainable, as PCGS has certified only two coins finer (both MS66), while NGC has certified only a single finer example, also an MS66 (3/09). Legions of Morgan dollar collectors have this coin at the top of their want lists--perhaps even more so than the much-pricier 1889-CC. The Normal Mintmark variety is about twice as common as the "Capped Die" or Large CC Over Small CC variety, but the price differential is small in most grades, and many collectors prefer one or the other for personal reasons.
The present untoned silver Gem offers beaming luster over surfaces that show considerable prooflikeness, even if insufficient for a PCGS designation. The eye appeal, however, is more than sufficient, with a bold strike, few signs of contact, and a clean cheek on Liberty. A few flecks of grayish toning in the obverse left field and on the reverse above the eagle help pedigree the piece but are undistracting. Population: 84 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Belle Collection of Carson City Coinage.(Registry values: P7, N4719)

2616

1879-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Normal Mintmark. It is widely believed that the rarity of the 1879-CC stems from widespread melting under authority of the Pittman Act of 1918. No record was kept of the coins melted, but there must have been several hundred thousand '79-CC dollars melted, judging from the paucity of Uncirculated coins that exist today out of the mintage of 756,000 pieces.
This is one of the few Gem examples available. The surfaces display the uncommonly pronounced mint frost that is usually seen on Carson City silver dollars. The central striking details are strong, but not quite complete. There are just a few tiny luster grazes present on each side. Brilliant throughout.(Registry values: P7, N4719)

2617

1879-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. In its second year of production at the Carson City Mint, the mintage for Morgan dollars plunged from over 2.2 million coins to just over three-quarters of a million pieces. While a low mintage alone is not sufficient to guarantee an issue's rarity (the 1885-CC Morgan dollar is perhaps the best example of this), the 1879-CC also has a poor survival rate that makes it one of the pursued issues in the series.
This well-defined piece offers strong, swirling luster with delightful frostiness on the central devices. Subtle golden tints overall with occasional elements of silver-gray and small dots of deeper toning. PCGS has graded a mere two finer representatives (3/09).(Registry values: P7, N4719)

2618

1881-CC $1 MS68 PCGS. Vibrant and inviting luster is the most immediately appreciable attribute of this outstanding Carson City Superb Gem, though by no means is it the only one. Ample frostiness is present at the centers of the silver-white devices, while the margins show occasional cloud-gray and peach elements. The 1881-CC Morgan dollar was well-represented in mid-20th century government holdings and survivors are readily available in most Mint State grades, though at the MS68 level, this does not hold true. PCGS has graded just three such examples and none finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N4719)

2619

1881-S $1 MS69 PCGS. What do the 1880-S, 1881-S, 1883, 1889, and 1896-S Morgan dollar issues have in common? They are the only ones to have at least one MS69 representative in the PCGS Population Report. The comprehensive listing shows just 10 non-Prooflike pieces and a single Prooflike, with half the non-Prooflike coins and the Prooflike dated 1880-S. The 1881-S has two MS69 examples, while the other three dates hold a single representative each (3/09).
The 1881-S has long enjoyed a reputation as a type coin, and for good reason. In his Item of the Week column for the May 24, 2005 edition of Numismatic News, Paul M. Green notes wryly about 1881-S dollars: "The question is not whether it is in Mint State, but how nice it is." With vast quantities of 1881-S dollars paid out from the 1930s through the 1950s and at least half (6 million pieces) of the issue released in the Treasury bonanza of the 1960s, the 1881-S Morgan dollar is plentiful right through MS67, and even MS68 coins are available with a certain degree of time and money invested.
At the MS69 level, however, the collector's luck runs out, save for the fortunate two who will make up the roster of owners for the finest known 1881-S Morgan dollars. The present piece approaches flawlessness, with all but the sharpest unaided eye unable to spot a single quibble. Light silver-gray and gold-gray shadings visit smooth surfaces that sport virtually unimpeded luster. The strike is crisp, as expected. Whether it eventually serves as the ultimate Morgan dollar type coin or occupies a prominent role in a high-end series set, this MS69 Mint masterpiece will be a noteworthy trump.(Registry values: P1, N2998)

2620

1889-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. 1889-CC dollars (350,000 mintage), in comparison to the demand for them, are rare in all grades. Examination of PCGS/NGC population figures indicates that this issue is extremely difficult to acquire in the better Mint State grades. Both services combined, for example, have certified a mere eight pieces in MS65 and better.
This MS62 coin displays a relatively sharp strike, including strong detail in the hair over Liberty's ear and on the eagle's breast feathers. Both sides are essentially untoned and exhibit nearly full luster. A few unobtrusive scuffs are all that stand in the way of a higher grade. This is a great coin for a high grade Morgan dollar collection.(Registry values: P9, N4719)

2621

1889-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. After a four-year hiatus beginning 1885, in 1889 the Carson City Mint reopened, producing 350,000 1889-CC silver dollars, compared with only 228,000 of the 1885-CC issue. But aside from both being Carson City Morgan dollars on either side of a suspension in coinage at the mint, there the comparison pretty much ends.
The 1885-CC is truly a rara avis in circulated condition; in fact, more than 65% of the total mintage of 1885-CC Morgans was dispersed in Uncirculated condition by the General Services Administration, after the great Treasury releases of 1962-64 were halted. The price/condition "curve" of the issue is a near-horizontal straight line, and in fact the commonest PCGS grade of all NGC- and PCGS-certified 1885-CC dollars is MS64. (Collectors of "Low Ball" Registry Sets find the 1885-CC to be a stumper.)
In contrast, the 1889-CC is often found in midgrade circulated shape, usually in the Fine to Very Fine range. (The average grade of certified 1889-CC dollars, which undoubtedly constitute the upper end of all survivors, is only around VF35.) As is not uncommon for key-date Morgan dollars, in Mint State grades the number of certified survivors decreases by an order of magnitude. At PCGS, the average grade of all Mint State survivors is MS62.2, and there is only a single Gem certified at that service, with one phenomenal MS68 finer--the ex: Eliasberg/Jack Lee coin, recently offered in our FUN 2009 Signature Auction.
Specifically regarding the present piece, it is one of 69 coins graded MS63 at PCGS--less duplications--and there are 31 finer, all but two of them in MS64 (3/09). This example is fully brilliant silver-white on both sides, with no discernible color. While there are a few minor contact marks consistent with the grade, the strike is full. Mild reflectivity appears on the obverse, more so on the reverse. This piece would nestle into a high-grade Morgan set quite nicely. Collectors contemplating a new set in the new year should make this issue one of the first pieces acquired--not the last.(Registry values: P9, N4719)

2622

1889-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. The 1889-CC Morgan silver dollar boasts a low mintage of 350,000 pieces. In A Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, Q. David Bowers relates, "The 1889-CC dollar is one of the great keys in the Morgan series, and among Carson City issues it is far and away the most elusive." In the context of Morgan silver dollars, this issue is rare in all grades, with most examples seen in lower circulated grades. Most Uncirculated specimens are in the MS62-MS63 range, while MS64 examples are quite rare. Only eight coins have been certified above the MS64 level by NGC and PCGS combined, and that figure may contain some resubmissions (3/09).
The Carson City Mint had been inactive since 1885, before reopening on July 1, 1889. The facility required an extensive overhaul after four years of neglect, and coining operations did not resume until October, accounting for the low mintage totals for the date. Many coins were released into circulation, as silver dollars were the favorite medium of exchange in the western United States. No large quantities of the date were included in the great Treasury releases of the 1960s, and only a single coin was found in the Treasury vaults when the government halted payouts of silver dollars in 1964.
The present coin is a pleasing example of this elusive date. The surfaces show unbroken cartwheel mint luster, complemented by a full strike. Full details are present on Liberty's hair above the ear and on the eagle's breast on the reverse. A dark color spot is noted in Liberty's hair opposite L in PLURIBUS, and some inconsequential handling marks define the grade. Population: 29 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P9, N7079)

2623

1889-CC $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. In Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States, Q. David Bowers calls the 1889-CC "the rarest and most desired issue among Carson City Morgan dollars." Likely reasons for the scarcity of this date are the small original mintage and the melting of an estimated 250,000 examples over the years. Bowers estimates a surviving population of 400-800 pieces in MS64 grade, with a significant portion of those qualifying for the Prooflike designation. Considering the extremely large collector base for Morgan silver dollars, the small population is under significant pressure to satisfy collector demand.
The small original mintage was the result of the short period of time available for coinage--just three months at the end of 1889. The Carson City Mint reopened on July 1, 1889, after a four-year hiatus. The facility was in poor condition due to neglect and idleness, and necessary repairs to the building and machinery imposed a long delay on coining operations. Coinage was finally resumed in October; the Mint was able to produce only 350,000 silver dollars by year-end. Much of the production was released in the 19th century and releases continued until 1964, when the government decided to hold back Carson City dollars for the GSA sales. By that time, there was only one specimen of the 1889-CC left in Treasury vaults.
The present coin is a magnificent example of this desirable date. The fields are deeply reflective and contrast well with the frosty devices. The excellent strike imparts full detail to all design elements, and the brilliant surfaces show only a moderate number of handling marks. The numeric grade of this coin is nearly unimprovable within the Prooflike designation. Sixteen coins have been certified in MS64 Prooflike at NGC and PCGS combined, with only one finer (3/09).(Registry values: P9, N7079)

2624

1889-CC $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. The 1889-CC is the key to the set of Carson City dollars, and it is also one of the "Big Five" in the Morgan dollar series, a list that includes the 1884-S, 1892-S, 1893-S, and 1901. Both of these collecting currents ensure the desirability and collectibility of the 1889-CC dollar. This issue is known in all grades and is found even in AG-Good condition, as silver and gold coins were the preferred medium of exchange in the Western states in the 19th century.
This piece has bright, sparkling, mirror-like fields that set up moderate cameo contrast against the devices. The design elements are fully struck also, and each side is brilliant throughout.(Registry values: P9, N4719)

2625

1889-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. Produced in a short period of time between October and December, only 350,000 Morgan silver dollars were coined in 1889. Most of the mintage was released into circulation at, or near, the date of issue, as the coins were widely used in the local economy.
As is well known to dollar collectors the 1889-CC is not especially rare with a prooflike finish in the fields, but that statement must be understood in the context of 1889-CC dollars. The '89-CC is an absolute as well as a condition rarity, meaning whenever an example is available for sale in any grade it is a worthy coin, and Uncirculated coins are an uncommon offering even in a major auction. Even if 40% of the available coins are reflective in the fields, that is still a small number compared to many other issues in the Morgan series where mintages were much higher. Only 15 other pieces have been graded MS64 DMPL by PCGS with 12 by NGC, and most importantly none have been certified finer by either service (3/09).
This is an especially attractive coin and definitely high-end for the grade, as reinforced by the CAC sticker that accompanies this specimen. The surfaces are mostly brilliant with just the lightest accent of golden patina around the margins. The devices are heavily frosted and contrast starkly against the illimitable depth of reflectivity in the fields. The striking details are also fully brought up in the center of each side with complete definition over the ear of Liberty and on the eagle's breast. From a technical standpoint, this is one of the finest examples of this key issue in the Morgan series, and it is also one of the most visually appealing 1889-CC dollars known.
From The Belle Collection of Carson City Coinage.(Registry values: P9, N7079)

2626

1889-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. No other Carson City dollar in this popular series garners the respect of the '89-CC. The dispersal of vast quantities of CC Morgans from Treasury and Redfield hoards saw every date, including the 1879-CC, increase in Uncirculated numbers from roughly 5,000 coins to over 900,000 pieces. Every date, that is, except for the 1889-CC, with only a single reported bag from government vaults being the chief source of Mint State pieces today. According to Rusty Goe: "Until the early 1950s, several dates in the "CC" dollar series were considered rarer than the 1889-CC, but as the Treasury began releasing thousands of other dates in the "CC" series, collectors realized 1889-CC's were not to be included. Prices shot up immediately, and when it was discovered that 1889-CC dollars were not part of the GSA sales, prices soared."
A generous percentage of high grade '89-CC survivors exhibit either prooflike or deep mirror prooflike fields, but the vast majority of those are heavily abraded and grade MS62 at best.
All but unsurpassable in terms of both technical and aesthetic appeal, this lovely near-Gem sparkles with glassy fields and boldly impressed devices. The overall appearance is one of radiant brilliance, but delicate golden-russet rim accents are noted on both sides. With such great quality, combined with its key date status, this coin belongs in the collection of an advanced Morgan dollar specialist. Census: 12 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P9, N7079)

2627

1892-S $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-1. When key-date Morgan dollars are discussed, the 1893-S is usually mentioned first, as it is a rare and important issue in all grades. The proof-only 1895 is usually mentioned next, and beyond that, numerous condition rarities are talked about. The 1892-S is one of those condition rarities, from a mintage of 1.2 million coins, and nearly always available in low to middle circulated grades at a modest price. Other condition rarities include such dates as the 1884-S, 1886-O, 1895-O, and 1901. Each date is relatively common in circulated grades, but rare in Mint State. At Gem or finer grades, there are many other dates that also qualify as condition rarities. Among them, the 1892-S is one of the most important.
For many years, this date was less desirable than most others in Mint State grades, despite being at least equal in rarity. The reason was that many AU coins exist, and those pieces were often sold as Mint State at a discount from prevailing Mint State price levels. However, today, condition or quality is one of the prime factors in the rare coin market. The present amazing Gem is clearly destined for one of the finest Set Registry collections.
In A Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, Dave Bowers explains:

"I am not aware of any bags of Mint State 1892-S dollars released after the 1930s, although now and again a few pieces would be found mixed with other coins. For a long time the 1892-S, although rare in Mint State, was not greatly desired. In 1982, Wayne Miller noted that a half dozen or so Uncirculated coins had come to light in recent years, and that 'probably fewer than 200 specimens exist in choice BU [MS-63] or better condition.'
"Miller also noted that 'most' investment advisory letters stated that the 1892-S dollar 'is one of the few key date Morgans which is not instantly saleable in choice BU condition.' In 1992, Maurice Rosen suggested that the lack of demand was probably because many AU coins were offered as 'Uncirculated,' although true Uncirculated coins were rare. Philosophies change, and today a gem would, indeed, find a ready market."

Unlike the 1893-S that is known in just one die combination, the Van Allen-Mallis reference lists seven different VAM varieties for the 1892-S dollar, and VAM-1 is simply called the "Normal Die" variety, and may consist of more than one individual marriage. It might be interesting for some patient researcher to examine all of the 1892-S VAM-1 dollars for distinguishing characteristics. For example, this piece has short, diagonal die lines in the field inside the ribbon bow.
The present piece, a stunning and vibrant Gem, is deeply and colorfully toned with pale greenish-yellow, light blue, violet, and steel patina. Although slight weakness is evident over Liberty's ear, as usual, the strike is excellent with bold design features on both sides. Population: 5 in 65, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N10218)

2628

1892-S $1 MS67 NGC. More than 1.2 million Morgan silver dollars were coined at the San Francisco Mint in 1892. The large silver coins were the preferred medium of exchange in the Western United States, where hard money was always popular. Most of the substantial mintage was released into circulation at some time near the date of issue. As a consequence of this release, most examples seen today are in circulated grades. Lower Mint State specimens are quite scarce, and coins at the Gem level are rare.
In the early days, numismatists held the issue in scant regard, believing the date was common. The issue's rarity in high grade was masked by several factors. First, collecting coins systematically by date and mintmark was not popular in the early 1890s. Most advanced collectors simply ordered a proof specimen from the Mint every year to represent the date, and ignored the branch mint issues. Second, the large supply of circulated specimens available in dealers stocks or everyday transactions was adequate to satisfy demand from more casual collectors. Third, the relatively large mintage figure inspired the belief that the coins should not be rare. Essentially, no one realized the coins were rare in Gem condition because no one was looking for them.
The performance of the date in early auction appearances is an indication of how little the numismatic community valued them. Even the rare Mint State coins failed to excite bidders in the early days. A Mint State coin appeared in the New Jersey Sale (Edouard Frossard, 3/1898), lot 347. The lot was described as "1892 San Francisco mint. Uncirculated." It realized the grand total of $1.05. Granted, this was only six years after the coin was minted, but the situation did not improve much with time. Nine years later a specimen was featured in the David S. Wilson Collection (S.H. Chapman, 3/1907), lot 457. The lot was described identically to the lot in the earlier Frossard sale. Apparently this was the standard nomenclature of the time, and early catalogers such as Frossard and Thomas Elder boasted they could catalog 1,000 lots or more in a single day. The lot sold for $1.50.
The small portion of the mintage not released for circulation was probably stored at the San Francisco Mint, and distributed in dribs and drabs until the supply was exhausted in the 1930s. In A Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, Q. David Bowers states, "At least one bag was paid out in 1925 and 1926, but little numismatic notice was taken of the coins."
Apparently, some research was done on silver dollars in the following years, and with the new knowledge came a better understanding of the 1892-S as a condition rarity. By the time of the Will Neil Sale (B. Max Mehl, 6/1947), numismatists realized different varieties existed for this date, anticipating the VAM book by 24 years, and the Uncirculated coins were selling at a considerable premium. Lot 241 of the sale reads, "1892 Small high S. Very fine. Rare. Record for an uncirculated specimen, $32.50." Lot 242 states, "1892 Small S low. Very fine. Quite rare." The lots both sold for $7.50, reflecting the fact that Uncirculated specimens were now selling for much more than their cousins in lower grades.
No large quantities of 1892-S silver dollars surfaced in the dispersal of coins from the San Francisco Mint in the 1940s and '50s. The issue was not represented in the great Treasury releases of the early 1960s, when the government emptied their vaults, and a deluge of Uncirculated silver dollars entered the market. Silver dollar specialists such as Wayne Miller noted the absence of the issue from these huge releases and began to spread the word about the true rarity of the 1892-S at the Gem level. In the 1990s, other researchers such as Bowers and John Highfill published their findings in sophisticated volumes that reached a wide audience. Perhaps the greatest factor in establishing the 1892-S as a great condition rarity has been the population data from the third-party grading services. NGC has certified just five specimens at the Superb Gem level, with none finer, while PCGS has graded five coins in MS67, with a single example finer at MS68 (3/09). Today the 1892-S is recognized for the great condition rarity it has always been.
The present coin is a breathtaking specimen, with brilliant obverse surfaces and prooflike reverse fields. Fully struck, with crisp detail on all design elements. The surfaces are pristine, even the cheek is faultless. Unbelievable quality, rarity and profound historical interest make this specimen the perfect candidate for a Registry set.(Registry values: P8, N10218)

2629

1893-S $1 AU50 PCGS. The numismatic marketplace shows a seemingly insatiable lust for Morgan dollars in general and for the 1893-S dollar in particular. Examples are in demand in all grades, and the future appears every bit as bright as the past has been for this issue. A nice AU example such as the present piece seems a right-size compromise for many collectors between coins with an unacceptable degree of wear and the occasional but pricey Mint State specimen that appears now and again. The bright silvery surfaces of this key-date example display occasional wisps of light gold and retain traces of luster in the recessed areas. The design elements exhibit nice detail, save for light high-point wear. The few minute marks seen are completely in line with a coin that has seen light circulation.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P10, N4719)

2630

1893-S $1 AU53 NGC. With the Treasury releases of the 1960s, a number of Morgan dollar issues previously considered great rarities were reduced to commonality, but the utter lack of any concentrated grouping of 1893-S dollars only reinforced its aura as a key date. The present example is in substantially above-average condition, pleasingly lustrous with warm gold-orange peripheral shadings around silver-gray centers. Only a touch of modest wear affects the highest parts of the design, and though the fields show a number of wispy abrasions, the remaining luster is impressive. NGC has graded 61 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P10, N4719)

2631

1895-O $1 MS63 PCGS. The 1895-O is one of those Morgan dollar issues that sees ceaseless demand in all grades from Good 4 upward to the highest Mint State grades, where it is a legendary rarity in the series. There are a great number of 1895-O dollars available in circulated grades. Most certified survivors at PCGS are in the range of Very Fine to low AU. In Mint State the population thins out by an order of magnitude, with most of those coins in the lower Mint State grades of MS60 to MS62. In MS63 this coin is one of only 19 pieces so certified at PCGS, and there are 17 finer (3/09).
Bowers writes concerning this issue in his Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars that "The 1895-O emerged as the single circulation-strike variety that is not known to have been a part of any Treasury releases via bags. ... I have heard suggestions that from several dozen to a couple hundred Mint State coins came out of the Treasury Building in the early 1950s, but how they would grade today is anybody's guess. Uncirculated coins of years ago are often classified as AU today. I have found no account or even a rumor of any being a part of the 1962 through 1964 Treasury release."
The original mintage of the date was only 450,000 pieces, and from the grades cited above, it is obvious that most of those coins circulated, at least for a short while. Their absence from the Treasury silver hoards is another reason for their scarcity today.
This Select Mint State piece would fit right at home in a high-Mint State set of Morgan dollars. There is pale golden color seen on both sides, with the fields showing just a hint of reflectivity. The striking details are strongly brought up in the centers, and there are no mentionable abrasions on either side.(Registry values: P9, N7079)

2632

1903-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Only 1.2 million examples were struck of the 1903-S, and only significantly circulated coins are readily available. In unworn condition, it is one of the four most conditionally challenging S-mint Morgan dollars produced in the early 20th century, and one of the most challenging dates for collectors.
On this Premium Gem, the surfaces shimmer with the intense mint frost this issue is so well known for. Just slightly toned and sharply defined, the focal features on each side are remarkably free from abrasions. Highly elusive so fine and a condition rarity any better, with just three such pieces known to PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: P7, N4719)

2633

1904 $1 MS66 PCGS. The rich, variegated patina over both sides of this Premium Gem constitutes its most auspicious characteristic. The most prominent shade is rose-gray, which dominates across the fields and central devices, but lovely bands of turquoise, yellow-gold, and red-orange occur near the obverse and reverse peripheries. The striking definition is crisp and clear throughout, even if the C4 reverse type leaves the eagle's breast feathers a trifle flat. Vibrantly lustrous and well preserved, with a few shallow marks in the right obverse field that are mostly concealed by the deep toning. A conditionally rare example of this much-maligned issue, in a lofty grade which has not been surpassed at either NGC or PCGS. Population: 14 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

Proof Morgan Dollars

2634

1880 $1 PR68 Cameo NGC. After bemoaning the cleaning that has impaired so many 19th century proofs, Q. David Bowers points to such impairment as the reason "... why pristine, lightly toned, beautiful specimens from old-time collections trample price records into the dust." This gorgeous survivor certainly matches the physical definition, with just a hint of golden patina gracing the rims and parts of the watery fields. Strongly struck central devices offer moderate frost, and thus considerable contrast. Virtually sight-perfect and one of the most attractive examples imaginable. Census: 12 in 68 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2635

1888 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Ex: Chappell Collection. Q. David Bowers offers some interesting commentary about this issue in his Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, noting: "Low contrast. About this time the Mint became sloppy in the making of Proofs ... Proofs of the era beginning about now are not on a visual par with those earlier in the decade. Be picky, picky, picky, and perhaps [emphasis his] you will find a nice one!"
The present Superb Gem should satisfy virtually anyone's definition of "nice," with gleaming mirrors and outstanding contrast for the issue. Only a hint of cloud-white toning visits the fields. Carefully preserved and marvelous. Census: 4 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2636

1889 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. The 1889 proof Morgan dollar issue has a reputation for indifferent production values, though the Superb Gem offered here runs pleasantly counter to expectations. Though the strike is often lacking for this issue, the present coin is well-executed overall with only trifling softness at the hair over Liberty's ear. Contrast is also substantially above-average, with the frost on the reverse distinctly thicker than that on the obverse. Largely untoned with just a trace of golden patina near the rims. NGC has certified just one finer Cameo survivor (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2637

1890 $1 PR68 Cameo NGC. This amazing Superb Gem proof example has full cameo contrast with highly lustrous silver surfaces surrounded by deeply mirrored fields. All design elements on both sides are fully and sharply detailed. Both sides have bright silver surfaces with faint champagne toning limited to the extreme borders. Apparently this date is seldom encountered with significant cameo contrast. Dave Bowers noted the following in his Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars: "Above average strike for some, flat centers for others. Medium to low contrast. Better quality workmanship than in 1889, if only slightly."
The present example has above average contrast and above average strike, thus must be considered among the finer examples available in the marketplace. Just 590 proof dollars were struck in 1890, the lowest proof mintage of any date through 1904, with the single exception of 1878. Census: 5 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2638

1893 $1 PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. Between the business strike and proof Morgan dollars of 1893, the former are more infamous, with a low mintage brought on by the repeal of silver-purchase legislation. Yet the proofs of the same year offer their own challenges; while the mintage of 792 pieces is on-par with most other Morgan dollar issues, finding an attractive example can prove difficult. Q. David Bowers notes the most glaring defect of the issue as a whole: "Indifferent striking as a result of poor workmanship--the dies were spaced too far apart." After that, though, he praises the cameo effect found on most pieces and describes the proof 1893 Morgan dollar as "... a challenge, a sporting occasion."
For one bidder, the thrill of the hunt will end here. This astounding Superb Gem is untoned, with a glittering appearance over each side. This proof Morgan has exceptional cameo contrast; the fields are brilliant, deeply mirrored, and pitch-black, whereas the snow-white devices are heavily frosted. A whisper of a luster graze on the cheek may help to pedigree the coin, as might a minuscule planchet flake (as struck) below the S in PLURIBUS, but the surfaces are otherwise flawless. The strike is razor-sharp on the reverse, including the eagle's breast feathers, and substantially above-average on the obverse, where the hair over Liberty's ear is strongly defined; both of these areas are typically flat on proofs from 1888 to 1893. Fantastic all-around eye appeal. Population: 3 in 67 Deep Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2639

1895 $1 PR64 PCGS. The 1893-S and the 1895 proof silver dollars have always been the keys to the Morgan dollar series. With its proof-only mintage of 880 pieces, the 1895 proof issue has been deservedly called "The King of the Morgan Dollars." Demand is always strong when any example is offered at auction.
Controversy has always surrounded the business strike mintage of 1895 Morgan silver dollars. Mint records indicate 12,000 coins were produced for circulation, but numismatists have never been able to locate a single example. Distinguished researchers, such as Q. David Bowers and Roger Burdette, have advanced plausible explanations for the disappearance of the entire mintage of this date, with accounting errors and melting under the Pittman Act being the most convincing theories. Unfortunately, in spite of the ingenious ideas and well-documented research that has been put forth, no real consensus has been reached about the disposition of these coins. Their fate remains a mystery.
What is not in doubt is the effect the disappearance of the business strikes has had on the proof mintage of 880 pieces. The situation was brought to the attention of the numismatic community early on. In The Numismatist June 1898 issue, George W. Rice warned collectors that 1895 silver dollars were only available in proof sets. The special status of the 1895 proof dollars became widely known, and while collectors might part with other proof issues during hard times, very few 1895 Morgan dollars have been willingly disposed of. Experts estimate a surviving population of approximately 700 examples, or 79.5%, an extremely high survival rate for any coin.
The present coin is a strongly struck example that once must have had significant cameo contrast, though each side now shows rich golden-tan color. Well-defined central devices show significant frostiness through the toning. A few modest hairlines visible beneath the patina account for the grade, though the coin's visual appeal is largely unaffected by these flaws. A highly desirable piece that should see strong bidding action. Population: 55 in 64, 37 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2640

1895 $1 PR67 NGC. The Philadelphia Mint delivered 12,000 business strike Morgan dollars in 1895--at least that's what the official government records say. To date, collectors have failed to confirm the existence of a single business strike 1895-P Morgan dollar. Although well known to specialists, we repeat here two of the more popular theories surrounding this fantastic business strike issue:

--The 12,000 coins reported in the Philadelphia Mint ledger could have represented the last of the 1894-dated coins delivered to the chief coiner.
--Twelve bags of business strike 1895 dollars could have been produced, yet retained in federal vaults until they were destroyed by melting, after passage of the Pittman Act in 1918.

While recent research by Roger Burdette has deepened the mystery, it has failed to completely put to rest any of the theories presented here. Perhaps we will never know whether the Philadelphia Mint produced business strike dollars in 1895 or, if it did, what happened to all of them. What we do know for certain is that Morgan dollar specialists must acquire a survivor of the 880-piece proof delivery in order to have a representative of the 1895 Philadelphia issue.
Among the finest specimens that we have offered in recent years, this Superb Gem displays delicate champagne rim accents around otherwise untoned features. The glassy fields and boldly impressed devices are equally free of grade-limiting blemishes. Considerable contrast is evident on both sides, sufficient for a Cameo designation in the eyes of some of our catalogers. Regardless, we anticipate strong bidder demand for this carefully preserved and appealing proof. Census: 12 in 67, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Hans Poetsch Collection (Heritage, 9/2002), lot 7659.(Registry values: N10218)

2641

1895 $1 PR66 Cameo NGC. Numismatists have often speculated about the possible existence of any non-proof 1895 Morgan dollars from Philadelphia. Bowers, in his Silver Dollars and Trade Dollars of the United States, A Complete Encyclopedia (1993), quoted the traditional mintage figure of 12,000 business strikes for this date, although he noted: "I have never seen an authentic specimen. It is presumed that the entire mintage, if indeed it ever existed, consisting of only 12 mint bags, went to the melting pot under the provisions of the Pittman Act of 1918." In 2004, Bowers was more definite in his opinion regarding this issue. In The Official Red Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, Bowers states "In 1895, at the Philadelphia Mint, there was no coinage of silver dollars for circulation."
Perhaps the alleged mintage of 12,000 business strikes in 1895 will never be definitively proven or disproven.
Among the finest specimens that we have ever seen, this Premium Gem proof displays essentially untoned surfaces that only exhibit hints of golden color, on the highpoints of the design and along the rim. The deeply reflective fields and sharply struck devices are equally free of grade-limiting blemishes. Noticeable contrast is evident on both sides and this factor easily warrants a Cameo designation. We anticipate significant bidder interest when this conditionally scarce example crosses the auction block. Census: 13 in 66 Cameo, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2642

1896 $1 PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. Among the most attractive specimens imaginable from a proof Morgan dollar issue long celebrated for its aesthetic appeal, this PR68 Ultra Cameo 1896 dollar offers simply fantastic eye appeal. The virtually untoned mirrors are gleaming, the "black" to the "white" of the silver-frost that makes the devices stand out, not only the portrait and eagle but the peripheral elements as well. Only a hint of haziness is visible near the branches in the wreath. In sum, this Superb Gem is a marvelous treat for the eyes. Census: 18 in 68 Ultra Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2643

1896 $1 PR68 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. 1896 saw a mintage of 762 proof Morgan dollars. NGC and PCGS population figures indicate a relatively large number of these have survived to the present day, though precious few of these rate the Ultra/Deep Cameo designation, and even fewer have been assigned NGC's coveted Star.
White-on-black contrast occurs over both sides of this stunning Superb Gem. The untoned surfaces exhibit boldly struck design features, and each is virtually flawless. It is difficult to imagine a coin could yield this kind of beauty. Census: 5 in 68 ★ Ultra Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2644

1897 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Pleasing frost fully encompasses the portrait, wreath, and eagle. The strike is absolute aside from a hint of incompleteness above Liberty's ear. A wisp of gold toning visits this otherwise brilliant Superb Gem. Immaculately preserved, and the grade is only limited by mint-caused proof finish imperfections between 6 and 7 o'clock on the reverse. The NGC holder exhibits a handful of hair-thin marks that in no way affect the exemplary preservation of this superior specimen, one of the most attractive survivors from a meager mintage of 731 proofs. Census: 14 in 67 Cameo, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2645

1897 $1 PR68 Cameo NGC. The 1897 Morgan dollar saw a mintage of 731 proofs. As is evident from NGC/PCGS population figures, a goodly number of these have survived to the present day, even with a Cameo finish.
Cameos in the lofty grade of PR68, however, are another matter entirely. Indeed, the two services have seen only 10 such pieces. The immaculately preserved surfaces of this Superb Gem jump out at the observer. They are completely color free, and exhibit boldly struck, frosty design features that stand above the deeply mirrored fields. Both sides yield breathtaking eye appeal. Census: 8 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2646

1899 $1 PR68 Cameo NGC. The proof Morgan dollars of 1899 gain slightly by association with their low-mintage business strike counterparts, though not to the same extent as proof issues such as the 1894, 1895, or 1901. This gleaming survivor is minimally toned with just a suggestion of cream-gold patina on and near the rims. Central contrast is bold, if not quite black-and-white, with strong mirrors and light to moderate frost. Carefully preserved, as demanded of the grade, and in a tie with eight others for numerically finest Cameo example in the combined certified population (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2647

1903 $1 PR68 Cameo NGC. The typical 1903 Morgan dollar proof has, according to David Bowers (2005): "... no cameo contrast. The portraits and certain other recessed parts of the die were polished--what student of the series Michael Fuljenz calls 'the chrome look.' " This is why only nine examples of the 400 or so certified 1903 proofs have been given the Cameo designation by NCG and PCGS.
The present Superb Gem is one of those nine. Its untoned surfaces exhibit pronounced field-motif contrast, and are virtually flawless. An exacting strike leaves sharp definition across the design elements. Census: 3 in 68 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2648

1921 $1 Zerbe PR66 NGC. The story of the 1921 Zerbe proof dollars that has been handed down over the decades is best related by Wayne Miller in his 1982 reference The Morgan and Peace Dollar Textbook:

"In 1920 the American Numismatic Association, through the considerable energies of Farran Zerbe, one of its most active and influential members, was clamoring for the release of a new Peace dollar. The first release was delayed until the end of 1921. So to appease Zerbe and his numismatic colleagues, a number of presentation-quality 1921 Morgans were produced. The exact mintage is unknown, with estimates of 20-200 most commonly cited."

Miller goes on to discuss the controversial nature of these coins, a topic that was further expanded upon 10 years later by Q. David Bowers in his two-volume dollar reference.
This piece is typical of all Zerbe proofs. The fields have numerous, swirling die polish lines. The diagnostic light die scratch is also faintly visible above the second U in UNUM. This particular coin is brilliant throughout, and unlike most Zerbe dollars this piece lacks the contact marks that usually accompany these special coins. Census: 8 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2649

1921 $1 Chapman PR64 PCGS. The story of the Chapman proof dollars is best understood when told in the context of the other proof Morgan dollars from 1921, the Zerbe proofs. And, like the Zerbe strikings, the best summation of the story of the Chapman proofs is in Wayne Miller's 1982 Morgan and Peace Dollar Textbook:

"Late in 1921 Henry Chapman of Philadelphia, who had for over forty years been one of the most influential coin dealers in America (he conducted his first numismatic auction in 1879 with his brother Samuel) decided that if Farran Zerbe could persuade the Philadelphia mint to issue a 1921 proof-quality Morgan dollar, that he should be able to do the same. At his urging, twelve silver dollars, now known as Chapman proofs, were struck."

Side-by-side comparison to a Zerbe proof shows the difference in production of the two strikings. On a Zerbe dollar the fields show notable die polish to the unaided eye. This Chapman proof shows much closer attention to detail. Examination with a loupe shows fine die polishing lines, but not the dense polishing seen on a Zerbe coin. In fact, the overall appearance of this coin is similar to proofs produced from the early 1900s (Miller specifically cites comparison to the proofs from 1902-1904). The striking details are fully brought up on this piece, as one would expect from a proof dollar. On 1921 Morgan dollars the weakest portion of the design (which was redesigned specifically for this year) is the wreath on the reverse. On this piece, the wreath is completely defined. The hair above Liberty's ear is also fully detailed. Both sides are brilliant, and the only grade-limiting mark is a shallow scrape along the chin of Liberty.
Numismatic lore states that only 12 Chapman proofs were struck. Like other proof mintages, including that for the Zerbe dollars, this number is suspect. To date (3/09), a total of 62 coins have been certified in all grades by both PCGS and NGC, suggesting a mintage more in the range of 35-50 pieces. Population: 10 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Peace Dollars

2650

1922-D $1 MS67 NGC. Struck from the first 1922 hub style, with the olive branch detached from the eagle's talon, as Roger Burdette describes in A Guide Book of Peace Dollars, the latest book in Whitman's Official Red Book series. Peace dollars are not known for quality detail, but this coin is an exception, with sharp definition on Liberty's hair and feathers on the eagle. The surfaces are nicely struck and fully lustrous as well, with no hint of toning or patina. Several thin die cracks on the obverse surround Liberty, typical for the issue. Census: 14 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2651

1925-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1925-S, along with the 1928-S, is perhaps the most difficult Peace dollar to find in high grades. The present Gem is fully brilliant, with frosty silver surfaces and hints of ivory color on both sides. The central obverse and reverse are a trifle weak, as always on this issue. In fact, we have described this date as a "strike rarity" in the past. Combine this concept with that of "condition rarity," and the result is a truly remarkable numismatic item, an important example for the series connoisseur. Neither NGC nor PCGS has ever certified a finer example. Population: 36 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2652

1927-D $1 MS66 PCGS. An exceptionally clean and well struck example of this important semikey issue with brilliant, untoned surfaces that are virtually free of abrasions. In fact, one would be hard-pressed to identify a single distracting mark, and those that are present are quite small. The 1927-D has proven to be quite elusive in strict Premium Gem condition, in spite of an original bag that was sold several years ago. This is only the fourth appearance of a MS66 PCGS example in any of our auctions. Population: 9 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: The Robert Moreno Registry Collection of Peace Dollars (Heritage, 4/2006), lot 1227.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2653

1928-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1928-S is considered by many Peace dollar experts, including Roger W. Burdette in his new Guide Book of Peace Dollars, to be the scarcest issue in the series in Gem condition. Only 1.63 million pieces were produced. Heavy circulation has taken its toll, although examples are readily available up to and including the near-Gem grade level. This strict MS65 is sharply struck and brilliant throughout, with shimmering mint frost over both sides. A couple of small marks are noted on the eagle's back on the reverse, mentioned only for pedigree purposes. Population: 46 in 65, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2654

1934-D $1 MS67 PCGS. Micro D. Any Peace dollar in this condition is extremely rare because of the shallowness of the design and the wide-open, vulnerable spaces presented by the devices and the fields. Unless a coin is immediately removed from the press after striking and carefully preserved over the years, the likelihood of a regular business strike surviving unharmed is extremely low. PCGS has certified more than 340,000 Peace dollars, but only 187 of those coins have been certified MS67, and just two coins have graded finer.
The 1934-D, the final Denver Mint Peace dollar (discounting the rumored 1964-D pieces), is especially rare in this lofty state of preservation. This should not be overlooked by the enthusiast of this widely collected series. Only four specimens have been certified MS67 by both services combined, and none are known finer (2/09). Dave Bowers explained the rarity of this issue in his 1993 Encyclopedia: "The 1934-D seems to be a Peace dollar that has been forgotten or overlooked. Despite a generous mintage, few documented hoards have come on the market, and I am not aware of any surviving mint-sealed bags. Presumably, the mintage dribbled into the channels of commerce over a long period of time. Numismatists paid little attention to them."
This shimmering Superb Gem offers brilliant luster on both sides and exceptional surfaces. The combination of satiny luster and bold design details makes this an aesthetically desirable example that is second to none. This is the second time we have offered this exact coin, and those appearances are the only opportunities that collectors have had to bid on a Superb Gem in any of our auctions. Population: 2 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 1232.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2655

1934-S $1 MS66 NGC. Ex: Foxfire. The 1934-S Peace dollar is the acknowledged key to the series in Mint State today, but its relative rarity was unappreciated by numismatists until the 1950s. Most of the small mintage of 1.01 million pieces was released into circulation over the years, and collectors saved few Mint State specimens. No quantities of 1934-S Peace dollars were included in the great Treasury releases of the 1960s, as the supply had been exhausted long before. John Highfill and John Kamin believe the date is the first coin a collector should buy when building a Peace dollar collection.
The present coin is one of the finest specimens of this date we have seen. The surfaces are virtually untoned and brightly lustrous. All design elements are sharply delineated, and there are no observable handling marks on either side of this remarkable coin. Census: 16 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2656

1935-S $1 MS67 NGC. Final year of issue and both a popular and elusive item in the higher Mint State grades. The design elements are well struck, and both sides are brilliant, with an effulgent satiny sheen that emanates from the exquisitely preserved surfaces. There are no distracting marks evident on either side; what few minuscule surface interruptions that exist have no depth, leaving this piece as the most attractive Superb Gem Peace dollar that this cataloger has ever seen. This is a truly amazing coin that must be seen in order to be fully appreciated. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Peace Dollars

2657

1921 $1 Satin PR64 NGC. VAM-1H. After the broken sword was removed from the reverse of Anthony de Francisci's original design for a dollar commemorating the end of the Great War, experimental strikings were conducted with both matte and satin surfaces. The proofs were struck after production of the High Relief business strikes, which had relief so high they shattered the dies. According to Roger Burdette's recent Coin World article (March 2, 2009):

"The problem, obviously, was excess relief. Nothing could be done for the 1921 High Relief design except to strike as many acceptable coins as possible by the end of the year. Changes would have to wait until next year.
"During the last week in December, most likely on the 26th or 27th, Morgan also had a small quantity of Proof pieces struck on a medal press. Some of these were sandblasted and others were left with their original satiny surfaces produced by the new dies. These were sent to Washington for approval of the design and are the source of Proof 1921 Peace, High Relief dollars prized by collectors."

The special status of this coin is immediately apparent. Close examination of the surfaces also confirms its status as a Satin Finish proof, VAM 1H I1 Aa. This die pairing is notable for fine die polishing lines around OD WE and numerous tight elliptical polishing lines below the jaw and below the bottom of the hair bun. On the reverse, fine die polishing lines are seen above and below ONE, around the eagle's feet, through S OF AM, and below the final A in AMERICA. The striking details are complete over both sides. The surfaces are brilliant throughout and highly lustrous, with an almost semiprooflike finish in the fields. The only identifying marks on this remarkable coin are a tiny lint mark on Liberty's cheek in a line behind the mouth, a small contact mark in the left obverse field a few millimeters in front of Liberty's upper lip, and another minuscule mark fairly well concealed in the middle of the eagle's neck at the top of the upper row of neck feathers. A rare opportunity to acquire this special striking of the Peace dollar in high relief. Census: 6 in 64, 5 finer (3/09).
Ex: Morris Silverman Collection (Heritage, 4/2002), lot 4351, where it brought $29,325.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

2658

1922 $1 Matte PR66 NGC. The new Peace dollars of 1921 were a design success but a production failure. Dies shattered when the coins were struck at 150 tons of pressure. When George Morgan reduced the striking pressure to 120 tons, the results were predictable: softer strikes. The 1921 dollars were all struck toward the end of the year and the entire mintage was struck in high relief, but it was understood something had to change in 1922 in order to attain higher production figures.
In a recent article in Coin World (March 2, 2009) Roger Burdette delved into the development of the 1921 dollars and the evolution of the design into what we generally recognize as the low relief design that began in 1922. What is not generally known is the reduction to low relief was achieved in several stages, and specimen strikings were made as the design was lowered.
The first stage involved Morgan altering the obverse design, but leaving the 1921 reverse intact. That was an unsuccessful combination, as die life and striking definition were no better than in 1921. The next step was to alter the reverse die. The story continues until low relief was achieved and the coin went into mass production, but this piece is an example of the altered obverse and reverse die before the relief was radically lowered. The 1921 Satin proof in this auction gives the bidder the rare opportunity to examine the differences between the two dies.
Burdette notes that George Morgan "made a plaster copy [of one of the bronze casts], then began carefully shaving the lettering, Liberty's coronet and the portrait." On the reworked reverse Burdette notes that "The original 1921 reverse has lettering that is flat on the upper surfaces while the 1922 edition has more rounded lettering." There is also a diagnostic diagonal die defect between the olive branch and eagle's right talon that is absent on the 1921 strikings.
These subtle tweaks were insufficient to significantly reduce the relief from the original 1921 design; more radical alterations would have to be made for high-speed production. In short, the matte proof 1922 dollars represent a production failure. But those pieces also represent a "what if?" scenario. What if Morgan's tweaks had worked? The visual presentation of the Peace dollar series through 1935 would undoubtedly have propelled these coins to among the most attractive and popular series if they had been struck in the high relief seen here.
The surfaces of this piece have a steel-gray appearance with a slight overlay of golden color. Striking definition in the centers is absolute: There is no sign of softness on Liberty's hair curls or on the eagle's wing feathers. Probably no more than a dozen matte proofs were struck of the 1922 Peace dollar, with eight to 10 pieces believed known today. It is difficult to overstate the opportunity this piece represents for the dollar collector or the collector of major rarities. Census: 4 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14284)

Early Proof Sets

2659

1878 Minor Coinage and Silver Proof Set, PR64 to PR67 NGC. The year 1878 was a watershed in U.S. numismatics, one in which the requirement to produce millions of Morgan dollars under the Bland-Allison Act largely precluded other considerations. Morgans began with a bang, while twenty cents ended with a whimper. This set includes four proof-only issues--three cent nickel, Shield nickel, twenty cent, and Trade dollar--along with a first-year proof 8 Tailfeathers Morgan dollar. The set comprises:

1878 Cent PR66 Red. Rich copper-orange color with minimal duskiness on each side. The central devices show glimpses of frostiness, although the contrast is slight. From a recorded proof mintage of 2,350 pieces, same as the other minor coins of the year. Census: 6 in 66 Red, 1 finer (2/09).

1878 Three Cent Nickel PR66. Strong mirrors with dabs of golden toning on each side. A great example of this popular proof-only issue. NGC has certified 18 numerically finer (2/09).

1878 Shield Nickel PR67 Cameo. Minimally toned with strong contrast and moderate mirrors on this proof-only issue. Although the 1878 is one of the higher-mintage proof issues for the design, the lack of a business strike counterpart, like the three cent nickel, has made it highly desirable to modern-day collectors. Census: 3 in 7 Cameo, 0 finer (2/09).

1878 Seated Dime PR65. Light golden tints grace the obverse, while the reverse has a dusky crescent at the right rim. Both sides show appreciable contrast, although no Cameo designation is present. From a recorded proof emission of 800 pieces. Census: 25 in 65, 11 finer (2/09).

1878 Twenty Cent PR66. Amazing mirrors with significant contrast and little patina. Despite the lack of a Cameo designation, this coin has a strong "look" and should be considered a prize. The last year of the ill-fated denomination, and a proof-only production recorded at 600 pieces. Census: 24 in 66, 2 finer (2/09).

1878 Seated Quarter PR65 Cameo. The Cameo designation is absolutely deserved. A vibrant black-and-white specimen, this coin is carefully preserved overall, though minor contact is noted in the right obverse field. Census: 5 in 65 Cameo, 6 finer (2/09).

1878 Seated Half PR64. Minimally toned with appreciable contrast but no Cameo designation on the holder. A few faint hairlines are visible in the fields, but the eye appeal remains strong. Census: 63 in 64, 36 finer (2/09).

1878 Trade Dollar PR64 Cameo. Strong cameo contrast is a hallmark of this Trade dollar, from a proof-only issue of 900 pieces. Untoned save for reddish-orange at parts of the margins. Census: 14 in 64 Cameo, 28 finer (2/09).

1878 Morgan Dollar 8TF PR65. An excellent Gem from the first proof issue among Morgan dollars, before the reverse design was revised. Subtle golden patina at the rims complements the lightly frosted devices. Census: 21 in 65, 9 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2660

Six-Piece 1893 1C Proof Set, All NGC-Certified. This magnificent, well-matched set includes:

1893 Cent PR65 Red NGC. Deeply mirrored with even red color over each side. A lovely, problem-free copper coin.

1893 Nickel PR66 NGC. The fields are nicely reflective, and generally present as brilliant. However, when closely examined faint golden-lilac patina is evident.

1893 Dime PR66 NGC. The illimitable depth of reflectivity in the fields provides considerable (although unacknowledged) contrast against the frosted devices. Pale golden-rose toning on the obverse and dazzling brilliance on the reverse.

1893 Quarter PR66 NGC. Similar to the dime, the fields are deeply reflective and the devices heavily frosted, yet no Cameo designation is acknowledged. The overall brilliance is only interrupted by slight reddish-russet patina in the right obverse field.

1893 Half Dollar PR65 NGC. A well-produced proof, this coin also has nicely mirrored fields with a significant presence of mint frost over the devices. Just the slightest hint of rose toning is noted on the obverse, while the reverse is completely brilliant.

1893 Dollar PR66 NGC. The fields display unfathomable depth of mirrored reflectivity, and set against them are the nicely frosted devices--yet no Cameo designation is indicated. Softly defined in the centers, as usually seen on this date. Brilliant throughout. Only 792 proofs were struck, the same proof mintage as the other silver coins within the present set.

Gold Dollars

2661

1854 G$1 Type Two MS65 PCGS. CAC. In 1854 Chief Engraver James B. Longacre increased the diameter of the gold dollar from 12.7 mm to 14.3 mm, a move intended to make the gold dollar easier to handle in commerce. This diameter, with the coin's proportionate decrease in thickness, was retained for the remainder of the denomination's life. The enlarged dollar of this year (1854) has as its emblem of Liberty an Indian head crowned with feathers. The band confining the feathers is inscribed with LIBERTY. On the reverse, 1 DOLLAR 1854 is inscribed within a wreath of cereals.
The new design caused difficulties in striking. The high relief of the Indian head prevented the relief areas on the corresponding part of the reverse, especially the two central date digits, from striking up properly unless the dies were spaced unusually close together. Close spacing, however, resulted in extreme did damage.
The Type Two design was employed until 1856, when Longacre lowered the relief of the Indian head, and made it slightly larger. With its shallow portrait, the new Type Three dollar did not interfere with the strike of the reverse elements.
This marvelous Gem is blessed with a sharp strike. In particular, the 8 and 5 of the date are bold, which as alluded to above, is very unusual. LIBERTY is also complete, as are most of the remaining design features. Peach-gold coloration bathes the highly lustrous surfaces of both sides, each of which reveals just a few minute handling marks that may well preclude an even finer grade. This appealing piece is well deserving of the CAC green label. Population: 52 in 65, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2662

1854 G$1 Type Two MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ron Guth and Jeff Garrett, in their United States Coinage: A Study by Type, describe the evolution of the Type Two gold dollar design:

"Type 1 gold dollars were criticized for their extremely small size, and they were often confused with the small silver coins in circulation at the time. Pattern gold dollars were struck in a larger diameter with a hole in the center but these were never adopted for circulation. In 1854 James B. Longacre produced a new design ... that was enlarged to 15 mm. ... To accommodate the larger diameter of 15 mm, the coins were made slightly thinner."

The Type Two gold dollar's downfall was its high relief, and many of the Type Two gold dollars known today are softly struck. Type Two pieces were struck in only three years, from 1854 to 1856, with the modified Type Three design replacing the Type Two and correcting most of its predecessor's errors.
Type Two gold dollars have two main type issues, the Philadelphia coins of 1854 and 1855. This high-end Premium Gem hails from the former year. Its luster is frosty and delightful with a blend of sun-yellow and honey-gold color on each side. The strike is unusually crisp for the issue, and neither obverse nor reverse shows any singularly mentionable flaws. A remarkable coin that would be equally at home in a high-end type set or a top-notch date set of gold dollars. Population: 10 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2663

1855 G$1 MS65 PCGS. The P-mint gold dollars of 1855 are all of the Type Two variety, by far the most elusive and in-demand in the higher Mint State grades of the three gold dollar types. The 1854 issue is seen in both Type One and Type Two designs. The 1854 and 1855 Type Two gold dollars both have virtually identical mintages, and selection of one over the other is a matter of personal preference and circumstance. Both issues, of course, like the entire subtype, are strike-challenged because the high points of each side oppose each other.
This Gem Type Two 1855 dollar will go a long way towards completion of some lucky bidder's gold type set. The frosty surfaces are free of essential contact, with pretty orange-gold coloration and splendid eye appeal. The strike is much bolder than usual, with only slight softness on Liberty's hairline and the 8 in the date. Population: 38 in 65, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Gold Dollars

2664

1861 G$1 PR66 Cameo NGC. A total of 349 proof coins are recorded for the 1861 gold dollar production, an enormous quantity in context of the time and series. The 1862 had a nominal--yet typical--proof emission of 35 pieces. Garrett and Guth comment that both proof dollars are about equally rare, concluding that the vast majority of 1861s must have been subsequently melted. Could there have been an anticipated demand for first-year Civil War gold dollar proofs that failed to materialize? Breen's Proof Encyclopedia gives the mintage at 349, but other than noting "very rare, less than 20 now being traced, including the [Smithsonian] and ANS coins" provides no other clues.
The combined NGC/PCGS population data bear out the disparity between the recorded mintage and present-day rarity: There are only about 40 examples certified by the two services.
The fields are deeply mirrored on this Premium Gem, with bright yellow-gold surfaces, no significant contact marks, and splendid contrast with the well-frosted devices. A decisive strike imparts exquisite definition to the design features, enhancing even more the coin's outstanding eye appeal. Census: 4 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

2665

1864 G$1 PR65 ★ Cameo NGC. The 1864 proof gold dollar, showing a mintage of 50 coins, is an incredible rarity. David Bowers, writing in A Guide Book of Gold Dollars, says it is likely that no more than 25 or so pieces were distributed from the original mint figure. He also estimates the extant population to be 12 to 15 examples. This is consistent with the 16 specimens graded by NGC and PCGS. The Gem in this lot is the only 1864 gold dollar given the Star designation by NGC.
The deeply mirrored fields yield stunning contrast with the frosty motifs. Additionally, a solid strike delivers bold delineation to all of the design elements, heightening this variance even more. Peach-gold surfaces are impeccably preserved. A minor graze on Liberty's cheek and a couple of inoffensive field marks are all that stand in the way of an even higher numerical grade. Census: 1 in 65 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2666

1881 G$1 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. The mintage of 1881 proof gold dollars was 87 pieces, based on Walter Breen's research of the chief coiner's records at the Mint. PCGS and NGC have graded about 60 examples, some of which are likely resubmitted coins.
The Deep Cameo surfaces of this Premium Gem display a gold-on-black appearance at various angles. The frosty design elements are sharply impressed, and the brassy-gold surfaces of both sides are devoid of mentionable marks. This piece presents great technical quality and aesthetic appeal. Population: 5 in 66 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

Early Quarter Eagles

2667

1796 $2 1/2 No Stars--Genuine--PCGS. Breen-6113, BD-2, R.4. We suggest a details grade of AU50, and a net grade of VF20. The left and right obverse field has been carefully smoothed. The reverse has nearly complete luster. Obverse luster is limited to Liberty's neck curls. The centers are softly struck, and the portrait exhibits a few moderate adjustment marks, as produced. A couple of wispy and unimportant pinscratches are noted between the AT in STATES. Honey-gold toning is prominent, particularly on the reverse.
The 1796 No Stars quarter eagle is highly coveted for its rarity as a type coin. Stars were introduced on the 1796 BD-3, which makes the No Stars variety a single-year type. It is also important for its status as the first year of the denomination. The Guide Book reports a mintage of just 963 pieces.(Registry values: P10)

2668

1802/1 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. CAC. BD-1, R.4. Bass-Dannreuther Obverse State a/Reverse State b. A short die crack or die scratch joins the second feather on the right with the left side of first A in AMERICA.
This is the most common of three 1802 quarter eagle varieties. For many years, this obverse has often been called an overdate, but it appears not to be such. The illustration exhibits small internal defects within the digit, probably giving rise to the overdate nomenclature, but nothing about these defects suggests a previous digit 1. The same punch was used for the 1802 dimes. Despite the availability of this variety, only three or four Mint State examples are known, followed by this piece and several other nice AU coins.
Light green-gold surfaces with frosty mint luster and tinges of pale orange toning around the devices. Typical light abrasions are evident on both sides of this attractive quarter eagle, consistent with the grade.(Registry values: P6)

2669

1802/1 $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. Ex: Ed Price Collection. Breen-6118, BD-2, High R.5. Among the cleverest innovations from the early days of the U.S. Mint was the dual use of reverse dies--lacking any denomination stamped on them--for both silver dimes and gold quarter eagles. The silver dimes premiered in 1796 with the Draped Bust, Small Eagle design. Gold quarter eagles appeared that same year, sporting the Capped Bust to Right obverse with a Heraldic Eagle reverse. The dual-purpose dies were used from 1797 until 1807, the year that John Reich was first employed at the Mint as assistant engraver. The first known use spans the 1797-98 period, with the 1797 BD-1 quarter eagle and the 1798 JR-1 dime. In that 11-year period, there were seven reverse dies used for both denominations, producing a total of 23 separate dime and quarter die marriages--11 quarter eagles, 12 dimes.
Famed collector Ed Price was fascinated by these dual-use dies and assembled complete die variety sets of both denominations--the only collector who has ever accomplished that goal. The reverse of the present BD-2 quarter eagle was also used to produce the BD-1 1804 13 Stars quarter eagle, and the 1802 JR-4 and 1804 13 Stars JR-1 dimes.
This quarter eagle variety--like all three for the year--is usually identified as an overdate, but Garrett and Guth comment that "the attribution is tentative and the '1,' which is barely visible (even under magnification), may be just an artifact." Bass and Dannreuther write, "The fact that there were no quarter eagles dated 1799, 1800, or 1801 should lend credence to the overdate status of the 1802, but most researchers have come to the conclusion that whatever is under the 2 is not the vestige of a 1."
Of the three 1802 quarter eagle die varieties, the BD-2 is by far the rarest (estimated 30-25 known). This piece is likely the finest known for the variety. As we wrote in the Ed Price Collection, this piece is "A wonderful example with brilliant green-gold luster on both sides. The obverse is frosty, and the reverse is satiny with reflective fields. A few scattered marks are entirely insignificant. Like most 1802 quarter eagles, the central obverse and reverse design elements are weak. This is possibly the only Mint State example of the variety known."
Ex: Bowers and Merena (11/2002), lot 3064; The Ed Price Collection of Early Dime and Quarter Eagle Varieties (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 1457, which realized $40,250.(Registry values: P6)

2670

1804 $2 1/2 14 Star Reverse AU53 PCGS. CAC. Breen-6119, BD-2, R.4. Two varieties of dimes and quarter eagles were coined in 1804, distinguished by either 13 or 14 stars on the reverse, and in each case the same reverse die was used for both denominations. Although the surfaces are abraded with light reverse adjustment marks, this piece is attractive with light yellow-gold color that exhibits hints of green, and traces of deeper orange in the protected areas around some of the design elements. Traces of prooflike surface even remain close to the central devices. Population: 6 in 53, 40 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6)

2671

1807 $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. Breen-6124, BD-1, R.3. Only one die pair is known for the 1807 quarter eagles, used to coin 6,812 pieces, the highest mintage of any early quarter eagle struck from 1796 to mid-1834. This issue is also the single most plentiful date of the early series, and it is in great demand among type collectors. The present Choice AU piece is certified in a first-generation PCGS holder. The obverse is satiny and lustrous, with traces of pale orange color over yellow surfaces. The reverse has a frosty yellow surface with virtually full luster. An attractive and highly desirable piece. Population: 18 in 55, 47 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2672

1808 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Breen-6125, Bass-3017, BD-1, R.4. The 1808 quarter eagle introduced the new Johann Reich designed Capped Bust obverse, combined with a modified eagle reverse design. It was only struck in 1808, prior to a 12 year gap in the denomination until more quarter eagles were minted in 1821. The surfaces are lightly abraded as always, with faint adjustment marks visible through ES OF on the reverse. The central obverse and reverse design detail is bold, and the overall eye appeal is excellent. Both sides are fully lustrous, with slightly reflective fields and rich orange-gold color. Hints of rose patina complete the picture. Census: 1 in 62, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P8)

2673

1830 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Breen-6133, BD-1, R.4. From 1829 until 1834, only one die variety of each Capped Head quarter eagle issue was minted. The diameter was reduced slightly from the earlier Capped Head issues coined from 1821 to 1827. Each year saw a limited production that ranged from a low of 3,403 coins in 1829 to a high of 4,540 coins the following year. The average production was 4,170 coins.
New technology was introduced at that time, providing a more uniform diameter and appearance to the coin through the used of a closed color that imparted a reeded edge at the same time the coin was struck, eliminating the separate step of imparting the edge device before striking. Mint Director Samuel Moore stated that the new closed collar provided a "mathematical equality" to the coins.
Throughout the 1820s and into the 1830s, the price of gold increased to a point where the gold value was greater than the face value, inspiring people who had them to melt them down for their gold content. Today, the result of those actions is that few examples survive today, although those that do survive are apt to be in higher grades since they clearly did not circulate.
Both sides of this boldly detailed piece have minuscule abrasions and planchet flakes. The greenish-gold surfaces are faintly prooflike with slight cameo contrast. All of the design elements are bold and the overall eye appeal is exceptional. This splendid quarter eagle is sure to please the connoisseur. Census: 1 in 64, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

Proof Early Quarter Eagles

2674

1831 $2 1/2 PR63 NGC. BD-1, R.7 as a proof. Star 1 points to the center of a dentil and is quite close to it. The digits in the date are spaced progressively narrower from left to right, with the greatest distance between the 1 and 8. Light obverse clash marks appear in the form of a second inner set of dentils partially visible around the rim. On the reverse--carried over from 1830, and used through 1834--the numerator (1) is much shorter than the denominator (2) in the fraction. The left upright of the U in UNITED was first engraved too far left, then reengraved in the proper position. A tiny die crack joins the left top corner of the T in UNITED to a dentil nearby. There is some strike softness on the eagle's left (facing) wing to the left of the shield.
There is only one die marriage known for the year among the recorded mintage of 4,520 business strikes. While the proof mintage is unknown, they are extremely rare, even though a handful are certified at NGC and PCGS. More precisely, PCGS has certified one PR63 and one PR66, while NGC has graded the present PR63 and one in PR66, along with one PR64 Cameo, for a total of five coins (3/09).
Many of the same die diagnostics show on the Bass example depicted in the Bass-Dannreuther Early U.S. Gold Coin Varieties, a coin that Bass called "Proof?" with the question mark. Both Bass-Dannreuther and Garrett and Guth note that unquestioned proofs as well as questioned ones exist for the 1831 quarter eagle. NGC of course clearly believes in the proof status of this piece--as do we. We would mention, however, that not all early proofs are fully struck, contrary to the opinions of some collectors. The highly mirrored, deeply reflective fields and the lack of any visible clash marks or adjustment marks are convincing themselves of a proof striking, but the incomplete strike on the reverse certainly does not rule out the coin's status. The surfaces also lack any hint of frostiness.(Registry values: P2)

Classic Quarter Eagles

2675

1839-C $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. Ex: Dingler. McCloskey-B, Breen-6149, R.4. This is the so-called "overdate" variety, although its status as an overdate has now been discredited. The 2009 Guide Book notes, "So-called 9 Over 8 varieties for P, C, and D mints are made from defective punches." Winter, while making note of the two major varieties and going to some detail to distinguish between them, nonetheless says that "they are not generally collected as separate issues although, in my opinion, they should be."
The present piece, formerly from the Paul Dingler Collection, is the plate coin used in the Winter 1998 reference for the 1839/8 variety. The issue is sought after not only due to its variety status, but also because of its position as a two-year branch mint subtype in the Classic Head series. Because of the confusion surrounding the "overdate" versus those pieces found with a recut date, the certified population data must be viewed with more grains of salt than usual. Nonetheless, the issue regardless of variety is extremely rare in Mint State, with Winter estimating that perhaps five examples exist. PCGS has graded two 1839-C in MS62 and this piece is certified as an "1839/8-C", with none finer (3/09). NGC has certified two examples of the 1839-C in MS62 and one in MS63, unspecified as to variety. The reverse, same as used on the 1838 C-mint quarter eagles, shows extensive die cracks.
The central obverse is quite sharp on the present piece, save for minor softness on the hair curls about the ear. The rest of Liberty is quite well-detailed, although most of the peripheral stars lack central details. The two mint-made defects, one on the cheek and one behind the eye, must not be mistaken for poststrike damage. The reverse is also sharp, with undistracting weakness on the left (facing) upper wing and shield border. UNITED shows doubling, and raised die lines appear there.
Ex: Elrod Collection; Doug Winter-Lee Minshull; Paul Dingler Collection. Formerly graded MS61 PCGS.(Registry values: P5)

2676

1839-D $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. Variety 1-A, Weak Stem. The year 1828 marked the beginning of the first gold rush in America, two decades before the "Days of '49" in California. Although North Carolinians had been finding small quantities of gold since the late 18th century, in 1828 the publicity over gold strikes in Northern Georgia and North Carolina accelerated, sparking the largest wave of gold prospectors seen in the nascent United States up to that time.
Private coiners Templeton Reid in Georgia and the Bechtlers in North Carolina began issuing private gold coinage in 1830 and 1831, respectively, but the better part of a decade would pass before the U.S. Mint established its first Southern branches in New Orleans, Charlotte, and Dahlonega, all of which came online in 1838. Among the branch mints only Charlotte struck quarter eagles in 1838, while all four existing mints (including Philadelphia) struck the denomination in 1839, the last year of the Classic Head design with obverse mintmark, creating a particularly popular type among Southern gold enthusiasts.
Regarding the present example, the surfaces have a consistent, attractive antique-gold coloration, with a few stray marks but fewer than expected for the grade. The strike is well executed. There are several light "bars" through the ear of Liberty, die clashing caused by the horizontal lines of the reverse shield. Population: 6 in 62, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

Liberty Quarter Eagles

2677

1875 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. Boasting a minuscule mintage of only 400 pieces, the 1875 quarter eagle is one of the rarest and most desirable issues in American gold coinage. In the Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933, Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth estimate a surviving population of about 50 business strike examples in all grades. Uncirculated examples are very rare, with only six coins certified at both NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). Because of the short production run, the dies did not wear, and all examples seen have prooflike surfaces. One of the earliest auction appearances of this date was in Haseltine's Sixty-Ninth Sale (John W. Haseltine, 6/1883), lot 477, where Haseltine evaluated the coin as "Uncirculated Proof surface."
The present coin is sharply struck, with the usual prooflike fields, and minimal wear on the high points of the design. A few scattered marks are noted on each side, with one shallow, hard-to-see scratch on Liberty's face, all consistent with the grade. Census: 13 in 58, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

Indian Quarter Eagles

2678

1911-D $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. Boldly struck and well detailed on the mintmark, the eagle's talons, shoulder, and leg feathers; as well as on the Indian's headdress feathers. Rich satin luster illuminates the carefully preserved surfaces, that have a lovely reddish-gold cast on both sides. After a mintage of just 55,600 pieces, easily the lowest of the entire series, the 1911-D Indian quarter eagle issue has reigned as the unquestioned key date ever since collectors first began to seriously pursue these small, interesting coins. Select Mint State specimens such as this one, while not rare, are certainly scarce enough to challenge the hardcore specialist.(Registry values: N4719)

2679

1911-D $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. The shortness of the Indian quarter eagle series has tempted many collectors who have then floundered when it came to acquiring the 1911-D. The problem is not one of availability, as this issue is generally available for a price in most grades up to MS64. Rather it is a problem of finding a coin that fits with the other coins in the set. This series is affordable and attainable in MS64 condition in almost all other issues, but the 1911-D is the stopper.
This piece is sharply struck where many '11-D quarter eagles are not; specifically, the headdress on the obverse and upper feathers of the eagle on the reverse. The surfaces show the usual bright, satiny finish this issue is known for, but they are remarkably unabraded. Rich, reddish-gold color covers each side.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2680

1914-D $2 1/2 MS67 NGC. A significant mintage of 448,000 Indian Head quarter eagles was accomplished at the Denver Mint during 1914. Unfortunately, few examples were saved by collectors at the time of issue, and the date is quite rare today in higher Mint State grades. The true rarity of this date was not appreciated until recently, and many collectors still consider the coin a common issue. Examples are readily available in lower Mint State grades, but the issue is rare above MS64. David Akers, Jeff Garrett, and Ron Guth all consider the 1914-D the second rarest date in the Indian Head series at the Gem level. This evaluation is supported by population data from the two major grading services, where the present coin is the finest example certified by a full two points (3/09).
The present coin was cataloged by David Akers in his sale of the celebrated Thaine B. Price Collection. In his lot description, Akers comments: "Without question, this is my favorite quarter eagle in the Price Collection, and it is a coin that would be difficult, if not impossible to duplicate ... In fact , in my estimation, it is a strong candidate for the honor of being the finest known example of the issue."
This phenomenal coin is fully struck, even on the usually weak areas of the eagle's wing and leg. The surfaces display thick mint frost, with bright, slightly variegated color. Reddish-gold predominates in the fields, with hints of lilac on the devices, especially the eagle. The overall visual appeal is awesome. This coin is sure to be appreciated by quarter eagle specialists, and we expect spirited bidding when this offering comes up.
Ex: Thaine B. Price Collection (Akers, 5/1998), lot 9; Pre-Long Beach Sale (Superior, 2/2000), lot 1023.(Registry values: N10218)

Three Dollar Gold Pieces

2681

1855 $3 MS66 NGC. As with other odd denominations of the 19th century, the three dollar gold piece saw its production fall dramatically from the first year to the second. In an article for the August 29, 2006 edition of Numismatic News, R.W. Julian describes the contrast between the mintages of 1854 and 1855: "Because of [the denomination's] novelty, there was a reasonable coinage of the new pieces at Philadelphia in 1854, nearly 139,000 pieces, but the demand and mintage would start to slip in 1855 and continue to do so."
Julian continues by noting that "While there was never any great demand for the $3 gold piece, there was still enough gold deposited at the Philadelphia Mint in 1855" for another substantial issue, its mintage most often listed as 50,555 business strikes. While that figure is enough to qualify the 1855 as a higher-mintage issue in the context of the denomination, the 1855 was not saved in quantity the way the 1854 was. As a result, while the 1855 three dollar gold piece is an accepted type issue in circulated and the lowest Mint State grades, by the Select level, it is distinctly scarcer than the 1854, 1874, or 1878, the most common type issues.
At the MS66 level, of course, all bets are off, and this Premium Gem is tied with a PCGS example at the top of the combined certified population (3/09). Each side of this yellow-orange beauty has the strong, swirling luster that characterizes the best examples. Well-defined with a dot of crimson alloy at the rim above the R in AMERICA on the obverse. In sum, a wonderfully preserved survivor with fantastic eye appeal.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

2682

1857 $3 MS64 NGC. The 1857 three dollar gold issue (20,891 pieces) appears to have circulated extensively in the channels of commerce, with the result that the typically seen example today is in Extremely Fine and About Uncirculated condition. Mint State coins are scarce, with David Bowers in his $3 Gold Pieces reference estimating that only 45 to 60 coins are known in Uncirculated condition. Near-Gem and finer examples are quite rare.
Billowing luster emanates from both sides of this MS64 specimen, with variegated brass-gold and apricot covering each. A sharp strike imparts strong definition to the design features, save for the usual minor softness on the bow knot. Light clash marks are visible, as are a few minute ticks that preclude Gem status. Census: 8 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2683

1857 $3 MS64 NGC. Paul M. Green's October 10, 2006 article in Numismatic News on the three dollar gold series offers interesting insight into the legislative process that allowed the denomination to come into being. He described 1853 as "... a time when the Western mining interests were advocating any gold denomination they could get, including $25, $50, and $100 coins." Though the three dollar gold piece survived and became law, it never truly thrived, and in 1857, just the fourth year of production, only 20,891 business strikes were coined. This near-Gem survivor is among the best known, with semi-flashy yellow-gold fields and strong detail. An abrasion within the reverse wreath contributes to the grade. Census: 8 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

2684

1859 $3 MS65 PCGS. An impressive condition rarity in the three dollar series, the 1859 has a relatively high mintage of 15,558 coins, but most survivors are in lower grades. This impressive Gem has vibrant yellow luster with gorgeous orange toning on both sides. The virtually pristine fields exhibit nearly complete diagonal striations on both sides. Only a few minuscule surface marks prevent a higher grade. For the connoisseur, this Gem is a real prize, one of just five that PCGS has certified, with only two finer coins (3/09). Gem representatives of the 1859 three only appear on the market once every two years.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

2685

1861 $3 MS67 NGC. Though the three dollar gold denomination had already fallen into near-irrelevance by 1861, the year the first shots of the Civil War were fired, the onset of that conflict was the tipping point. As noted by Q. David Bowers and Douglas Winter in their The United States $3 Gold Pieces 1854-1889, 1861 "... was the last year, until 1879, that gold coins were paid out at face value by the Philadelphia Mint. After this time, $3 coins did not circulate at all in the East and Midwest."
Bowers and Winter continue, noting that the odd denomination had become the province of "bullion dealers, banks, and exchange offices," which charged high rates to give out gold or silver coinage instead of paper money. The needs of those gold-vendors was not great, particularly for the peculiar three dollar gold piece, and even the paltry mintage of 5,959 pieces for the denomination in 1861 seems positively gargantuan compared to the token output of certain later years.
The Garrett and Guth Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins directly references the present example, stating that "Gem examples are exceedingly rare, topped by a single NGC MS-67 coin." This Superb Gem, sole finest in the combined certified population (3/09), shares the best-known characteristics of the issue, such as faint vertical die striations in the fields and strong, inviting luster, and matches them with incredible surface preservation and eye appeal. As with many other pieces in this collection, a great opportunity for the series specialist.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N1)

2686

1862 $3 MS65 PCGS. CAC. The 1862 three dollar had a mintage of 5,750 pieces. That number is not unusually low for the series, but when one considers the hoarding and exportation of gold and silver coins during the Civil War it is not surprising that so few pieces exist today. Only 30 to 40 Uncirculated coins are believed known with a mere 12 coins certified in MS65 and better condition from both of the major services--minus how many resubmissions?
The small mintage of 1862 threes was made in multiple press runs, but all were delivered on February 6, 1862. Two obverse and reverse dies were used. This coin was struck from heavily relapped dies, presumably after the dies clashed, and each side shows heavy vertical die striations. The obverse shows heavy polishing in the front of Liberty's neck, so heavy in fact that the front of the neck was partially effaced. This heavy die polishing also can be seen by the partial effacement of the first plume in the headdress.
The heavy die striations impart a bright, semiprooflike appearance to the fields, especially the reverse fields. The Bowers-Winter book on the three dollar series states that these "heavy striations interfere with the usual frost." However, in our experience with many dates of three dollar gold pieces, it is common for this series to exhibit both frost and semiprooflikeness--one of the few occurrences of this phenomenon in U.S. numismatics.
The surfaces have an overlay of light reddish patina on each side with a distinctive darker red spot below the D in DOLLAR on the reverse. The striking details are uncommonly strong when compared to many dates in this series with nearly complete definition in all areas. Population: 5 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2687

1871 $3 MS64 PCGS. By 1871, the three dollar gold denomination had long outlived whatever usefulness it might have had; Paul M. Green, in an article for Numismatic News published October 21, 2008, needled the oft-floated rationale for the three dollar gold piece as a way to buy sheets of stamps, suggesting that perhaps a member of Congress anticipated "an outbreak of pen pals." Certainly, the 1,300 business strike three dollar gold pieces in 1871 did not buy too many stamps, and this MS64 beauty never circulated at all. Delicate aqua and lilac central shadings contrast with the deep yellow-gold of the modestly mirrored fields. Sharply struck with a tiny alloy spot in the feathers of the headdress. Population: 12 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

2688

1873 $3 Closed 3 MS61 PCGS. One of the most baffling and inexplicable issues in the entire three dollar gold series; at least the 1870-S issue's origin story as a coin intended for a cornerstone is plausible, whereas no truly satisfying theory regarding the 1873 Closed 3 three dollar gold piece has been floated yet. This well struck survivor has strongly mirrored honey-gold fields that contrast with the paler straw-gold found on the devices. A number of small digs and wispy abrasions affect each side, but the overall eye appeal remains strong. Population: 5 in 61, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2689

1873 $3 Closed 3 MS63 Prooflike NGC. The three dollar gold series has its share of enigmas, including the famed 1870-S issue known today by a single example. A separate but equally intriguing set of questions surrounds the circulation-strike 1873 three dollar gold pieces, all made from dies with the Closed 3 logotype. Garrett and Guth may have put it best in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins: "Mint records are silent on the striking of any 1873 $3 gold pieces for circulation; in fact, they report only 25 Proofs (with no note on the style of the 3). Later writers have suggested mintages from 100 to 1,000 coins, which were struck in 1873, perhaps as late as 1879. ... The authors believe the mystery of the 1873 $3 gold pieces remains to be solved."
Further complicating efforts to determine the origin of the business-strike 1873 three dollar gold coins is the question of the Closed 3 logotype. For other denominations, coins with the Closed 3 logotype were struck first, followed by Open 3 coins after the Closed 3 style was deemed unsatisfactory. Yet the business-strike coins, which many consider to be restrikes, were made using the "older" Closed 3 logotype. Something is amiss, but what? Was an old die used without thought for the logotype, did Mint records not record a small but official mintage of 1873 three dollar gold coins, or is there another explanation entirely?
Whatever conclusion is right, the truth is that the Closed 3 business strikes exist, and the Select Prooflike example offered here is among the finest; not only is it the highest-graded Prooflike representative known to NGC, its MS63 designation is higher than that awarded to a non-Prooflike piece in the Census Report (3/09). Lightly abraded lemon-gold surfaces offer strong mirrors and faint frost on the devices, creating modest contrast. Minor striking softness at the lower wreath attests to this coin's status as a circulation strike.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.

2690

1878 $3 MS65 PCGS. A lustrous peach-gold Gem. The reverse is impressively bereft of marks, and the obverse has only minimal contact. By the standards of the denomination, the 1878 is available, but it must be remembered that all three dollar pieces are scarce, particularly as a Gem. In 1878, San Francisco struck more than 1.7 million double eagles, a production more than three times the total combined mintage of the three dollar denomination.
As is often seen on 1878 three dollar pieces, the reverse is die doubled, noticeable on the right edges of the ARS in DOLLARS and along the upper right border of the cotton leaves near 1:30. The 8s in the date also show light repunching.(Registry values: N4719)

2691

1879 $3 MS65 PCGS. Following the last (relatively) great three dollar gold mintage of 1878, production plummeted once again, and in 1879, just 3,000 business strikes were produced for the denomination. Though the issue was saved heavily following release, both by speculators and those who received examples as gifts, few coins have come through the years so well-preserved as this Gem. Bright yellow-gold surfaces have strong, swirling luster with a degree of flashiness to the reverse. Each side is boldly defined and carefully preserved. PCGS has certified a mere six finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2692

1879 $3 MS66 NGC. Three dollar gold mintage plummeted from 82,304 circulation strikes in 1878 to 3,000 pieces in 1879. David Bowers (2005) attributes this to the realization by the Treasury Department that the public was not going to exchange significant amounts of paper bills for gold coins, as was intended in the Specie Resumption Act of 1875.
Despite the small mintage, the 1879 is available in Mint State grades through MS64. Gems are more elusive, and anything finer is quite rare. The peach and yellow-gold surfaces of this Premium Gem yield semiprooflike fields that offset the devices. Both sides are sharply struck and minimally abraded. Census: 3 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

2693

1880 $3 MS65 NGC. Exactly 1,000 business strikes were produced in 1880, and this is a magical mintage figure. Very few regular issue United States coins have lower recorded mintages. Among regular issue three-dollar gold coins, for example, only four issues have lower mintages, including the 1873 Closed 3 issue with an unknown but small production. This is a magnificent Gem example with lovely apricot-gold color. The surfaces are slightly reflective with lustrous devices that are all quite sharply detailed. This captivating Gem is sure to please the connoisseur. Census: 15 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

2694

1882 $3 MS65 ★ NGC. A moderately reflective Gem with pleasing preservation and an exacting strike. A faint mark on the cheek is barely detectable with the naked eye. The 2 in the date is widely repunched north, a diagnostic for business strikes of this rare issue. A wire rim is prominent along the right obverse. A scant 1,500 pieces were struck, excluding the 76 proofs. Relatively few pieces were set aside at the time of issue, and the date is usually encountered (and for this date, "usually" is relative) in lightly circulated condition. NGC has graded only one numerically finer representative (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

2695

1883 $3 MS65 PCGS. The 1883 three dollar piece saw a minuscule circulation-strike mintage of only 900 pieces. A fair number of these have survived, especially in About Uncirculated and the lower Mint State grades. Near-Gem and better examples are elusive, however.
The apricot-gold surfaces of this Gem display sky-blue and lilac accents. Sharply struck design elements are mildly frosted, and stand amidst the reflective fields, especially when titled slightly under a light source. A few grade-consistent marks do not detract from the coin's pleasing overall appeal. Population: 4 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

2696

1884 $3 MS67 NGC. From 1880 to 1886, production of three dollar gold pieces was so trivial that the 1,500 circulation-strike coins made in 1882 amounted to a boomlet. Meager output alone, however, cannot account fully for the 1884 three dollar gold piece's desirability. The comments by Garrett and Guth in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins are perceptive:

"The 1884 $3 gold piece continues the run of low mintage dates the characterize the waning years of this denomination. However, for some inexplicable reason, this date was not saved or hoarded to the same degree as the others around it. For example, the number of surviving coins matches that of the 1881 issue, which has a mintage equal to exactly half of the 1884 issue."

The two authors later note that though survivors are elusive in an absolute sense, a significant proportion are Mint State, making it comparatively available in better grades. An overview of the combined certified population statistics reveals a mean grade of 62.1, though there is a natural bias toward higher-end coins, since impaired pieces do not appear in the combined certified population and heavily circulated examples have lower representation.
Checking the combined certified population also reveals that the three coins NGC has graded MS67 are the finest survivors known (3/09). This well-defined yellow-gold example is one of those three, strongly lustrous with considerable flashiness in the fields. Its eye appeal is bold and gorgeous. The plastic holder shows a thin scratch over the central reverse; this in no way affects the beautifully preserved surfaces of this Superb Gem.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N1)

2697

1885 $3 MS65 NGC. Despite its tiny business strike mintage of 801 pieces, the 1885 three dollar can be located in About Uncirculated through the near-Gem levels of preservation. David Bowers (2005) writes that all coins were delivered in March of 1885.
The present Gem specimen exhibits sharply struck design elements. Attractive yellow-gold and peach coloration adorns both sides, each of which displays modest field-motif variance at certain angles. The few light marks scattered about are within the parameters of the grade designation. Census: 5 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

2698

1887 $3 MS66 PCGS. Three dollar gold production increased to 6,000 circulation strikes in 1887. However, it is generally thought that the majority of pieces remained in the Mint and succumbed to the melting pot.
Dazzling luster radiates from this gorgeous Premium Gem, and a delicate blend of lilac, apricot, and mint-green patination adorns both faces. An exacting strike results in virtually complete definition over the design elements. Impeccably preserved surfaces further enhance the coin's majestic eye appeal. Population: 10 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

2699

1888 $3 MS65 NGC. The business strike production of the 1888 is an enticingly low 5,000 pieces. Examples were duly set aside by well placed Philadelphia dealers, but most survivors show friction or abrasions and cannot compare to the eye appeal of the present sun-gold Gem. It is boldly struck, and contact is inconsequential. A strong loupe locates only faint marks near Liberty's shoulder curl. With the exception of proofs, all 1888 three dollar pieces exhibit obverse die doubling, most apparent atop the letters in UNITED. Census: 40 in 65, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2700

1888 $3 MS66 PCGS. The 1888 three dollar (5,000 circulation strikes) is one of the easier dates to find among lower-mintage issues, probably reflective of fewer having been melted at the Mint.
Coruscating luster endows both sides of this Premium Gem, each of which is bathed in an array of peach-gold, mint-green, rose, and apricot patina. A solid strike delivers better-than-average definition to the design elements, including all of the date digits, some of which are often weak on surviving examples. The few minuscule marks scattered about are not worthy of individual mention. Population: 28 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

2701

1889 $3 MS66 PCGS. The three dollar gold series ended with 2,300 circulation strikes in 1889. David Bowers (2005) writes that thousands of these were held back at the Mint and melted in 1893-1894. High-end Mint State coins can be located, but it will take some patience and searching.
Rich orange-gold patina envelopes this Premium Gem, imbued with traces of lavender and mint-green. A well executed strike brings out virtually full definition on the design elements, and impeccable preservation on the highly lustrous surfaces rounds out the delightful eye appeal. Population: 10 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Three Dollar Gold Pieces

2702

1886 $3 PR66 PCGS. The mintage of proof three dollar gold pieces in 1886 was a whopping 142 coins. Of course, since the business strike total was only 1,000 pieces, proofs seem relatively common for the issue. There has always been pressure on the tiny proof mintage to satisfy collector demand for high-end examples of the date, and Q. David Bowers estimates perhaps 80-100 specimens are still extant. An example of this date was featured in the Stickney Collection (Henry Chapman, 6/1907), lot 719a. The lot reads "1886 Brilliant Proof. Rare. Only 1142 coined." Apparently, Chapman added the business strike mintage and the proof total to get 1,142 pieces. Until recent times, numismatists tended to think of "proof" as a grade, rather than a method of manufacture, and many collectors still fail to make the distinction today, just as Chapman did in 1907
For 1886 three dollar gold pieces, examples do not get any more high-end than the present specimen. This coin is the holder of "Finest Certified" honors, with no known rivals at either of the major grading services (3/09). The pristine surfaces show the desirable orange-peel appearance typical of gold proofs of the era. The element of contrast is strong, creating a beautiful cameo effect, but PCGS has not identified this piece as Cameo. We mention one tiny mark in the right obverse field for pedigree purposes.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Four Dollar Gold Pieces

2703

1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1833, R.3, PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. The 1879 Flowing Hair stellas were distributed in three-piece sets to Congressmen along with examples of the Judd-1617 and Judd-1626, two different goloid metric silver dollar designs. According to numismatic legend, about 25 "original" stellas were struck for distribution, and they proved so popular that more sets were restruck in 1880. The most commonly seen figure for the restrikes is 400, but some estimates are higher, making the 1879 Flowing Hair by far the most available of the four varieties: a simple 2x2 matrix, with 1879 and 1880 on one side, and Flowing Hair and Coiled Hair on the other.
Both the stellas and their counterparts in the three-piece sets, the goloid and goloid metric dollars, were the result of the increasing influence of Western silver mining interests and their cohorts, a cabal of Eastern politicians who were trying to increase domestic and international circulation of the precious metal via the guise of sans-borders metric and international currency concepts. According to the vision, gold or silver coinage with an "even" metric weight and purity--hence eliminating the need for assay testing--would obviate the need for individual country-states to issue their own precious metal coinage, a concept that would begin to be realized more than a century later with the introduction of the euro, the first truly international currency.
In the case of the stella, although it appears to be a standard-alloy gold coin, its purported "metric" alloy was composed of a "lot of gold with a little bit of silver" and the whole alloyed with copper.
Therein lay a major flaw.
Both the goloid metric silver dollars, which purportedly contained a "lot of silver with a little bit of gold [about 4%]," and the stellas were indistinguishable from their standard-coinage-alloy counterparts. That is, they would have been indistinguishable, even if they had been struck in those unusual alloys. The small amounts of added silver or gold were insufficient for visual detection, an instant invitation for forgers to manufacture lower-value imitations of the real McCoy.
We say "would have been indistinguishable" because we firmly believe that no 1879 Flowing Hair gold stellas were ever made as "originals" in that metric alloy. Rather, they were struck on regular .900 fine gold planchets rolled out to 80% of the thickness of a half eagle, accounting for the striations seen on all known examples of the 1879 Flowing Hair stella.
Another, more fundamental flaw lay in their reliance on intrinsic value to equal a number of international currencies. Like any bullion coin, its intrinsic value as measured in Austrian florins, French francs, or Dutch guilder fluctuated over time, and in this way it had no ready advantage over the more-familiar U.S. gold eagles and half eagles.
Regardless of the original intent or misconceptions behind the creation of the stellas, today they are among the United States' most desired and reverse numismatic treasures. While the 1879 Coiled Hair and both 1880 versions are seldom offered and fabulously expensive, the 1879 Flowing Hair is available for a price, and always in demand.
This piece shows glorious, rich golden-yellow color and bold eye appeal. The striations are visible through Liberty's cheek and brow on the obverse, and on the high points of the star on the reverse, particularly the lower segment where the strike through CEN(TS) is somewhat soft. Otherwise, there are few signs of contact or other distractions. A wonderful acquisition to finish off that gold type set.(Registry values: P1)

Early Half Eagles

2704

1795 $5 Small Eagle AU53 NGC. Breen-6412, BD-3, High R.3. The 1795 half eagles were the first gold coins produced by the U.S. Mint, with the first delivery taking place on July 31. A respectable mintage of 8,707 pieces was accomplished during the year, with no less than 12 different die varieties identified for the date. The present coin is a representative of the BD-3 variety, characterized by the position of star 11 overlapping both the Y in LIBERTY and two points of star 12. The reverse die has four berries in the wreath, and the upper leaf of the branch extends past the foot of I in UNITED. BD-3 is the most available variety of the date, with John Dannreuther estimating an initial mintage of 2,000-3,000 pieces, and a surviving population of 175-200 examples.
The 1795 half eagle is in strong demand as a first-date-of-issue coin and the BD-3 variety is particularly prized as a type coin because of its availability in all grades. The issue does become scarce in mint condition, so an AU coin is an appropriate choice for most collectors. The date has been sought after since the earliest days of the hobby, with an auction appearance as early as the A.C. Kline Collection (M. Thomas & Sons, 6/1855), lot 170.
The coin offered here is a pleasing example of this popular date, with even yellow-gold color and some evidence of wear on the high points of the design. All major design features are still clearly delineated, and the surfaces display only minimal abrasions for the grade. Eye appeal is far above average for a coin from the earliest days of the Mint.(Registry values: P5)

2705

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Large 8, 13 Star Reverse AU58 NGC. Breen-6426, BD-2, R.5. Obverse State d / Reverse State b, with numerous die cracks present and the curving peripheral crack (which may have begun as a guideline or scribe mark below the date, according to Bass-Dannreuther) reaching the upper obverse. The high points of this near-Mint example show minor but distinct rub, particularly at the centers of the obverse stars. Dusky sun-gold surfaces retain considerable luster and exhibit a degree of radiance. This piece shows only a handful of quibbles, with wispy abrasions on each side, a few scattered digs, and slight striking softness in the centers. An entirely worthy piece despite such flaws. For the Large Eagle, Large 8, 13 Star Reverse subtype, Census: 25 in 58, 24 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

2706

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Large 8, 13 Star Reverse MS62 NGC. Breen-6428, BD-4, High R.4. Bass-Dannreuther Die State c/d with two upper reverse cuds. The largest cud has formed above the O in OF, and another is centered above the space between E and S in STATES. It is unusual to find cuds on the reverse die, since this die was usually placed in the anvil position when striking coins. If a small piece of the die broke off, it would likely remain in place in this lower position, while a broken piece in the hammer die would be more likely to fall out, leaving a space for the cud to form in the broken spot. Of course the placement of dies in the hammer and anvil positions may not have been standardized at this early point in Mint history. This example demonstrates how little we know about procedures in the early Mint.
The present offering is an outstanding example of this early issue. All devices are finely detailed, except for one weak star on the reverse. The surfaces are free from important blemishes, and the luster is impressive. An interesting and well preserved specimen from the early days of the Mint. Census: 8 in 62, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

2707

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Small 8 AU58 NGC. Breen-6430, BD-6, R.6. The Bass-Dannreuther reference on Early U.S. Gold Coin Varieties refers to this variety as a Large Eagle, Normal 8, and goes on to explain: "It is not small, but the correct punch size--it matches the other digits of the year." This example is boldly struck, if typically soft over the center of the reverse, with shimmering, semiprooflike fields and rich lime-green toning. Several heavy vertical adjustment marks are noted across Liberty's portrait. Slightly worn with numerous wispy pinscratches and hairlines on each side.(Registry values: P4)

2708

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Small 8 MS61 NGC. Breen-6431, BD-8, R.5. A mildly reflective light gold example of this scarce date and rare die variety. Three Small 8 dies were utilized. BD-8 is identified by the low location of the 8 in the date, furthest from the bust truncation. (Bass-Dannreuther refers to these dies as "Normal 8s.") A well struck piece, save for the eagle's breast feathers and the hair northwest of the ear. No relevant marks are present, although a few short mint-made lint marks are noted, and a trivial lamination, also as made, is found near the T in LIBERTY. The significance of this offering is obvious to the specialist, since another Uncirculated example of this variety may not appear again at auction for several years.(Registry values: P4)

2709

1800 $5 MS61 NGC. Breen-6438, BD-5, High R.3. Sometimes referred to as the Blunt 1 type, of which there are four distinct die varieties, according to Bass-Dannreuther (BD-2, 3, 4 and 5). Key diagnostics include: a blunt 1 in the date, reverse star 13 touches the eagle's neck, and both feet of last A in AMERICA touch the eagle's right (facing) claw. Rich lime-gold toning is draped across both sides of this conditionally scarce example. The surfaces show full mint luster, and the fields are partially prooflike. Well struck with nicely preserved features that are remarkably free of all but the most trivial of abrasions. A lovely Mint State example of this early date, which is extremely popular with collectors.(Registry values: P2)

2710

1800 $5 MS62 PCGS. Breen-6438, BD-3, High R.6. This is a rare die variety, with perhaps twenty pieces known. The key diagnostic is on the reverse, where there are nine arrowheads instead of the usual eight. The Bass-Dannreuther reference on early U.S. gold includes the following comments: "The key identifier for this variety is the extra arrow that extends past the normal bunch of eight arrows used for all Large Eagle reverse dies to this point. This extra arrow was added by hand; this particular nine-arrow formation is not seen on any other reverse."
This is a fine Mint State specimen with well struck devices, rich green-gold coloration over both sides, and noticeable prooflikeness in the fields. Die clash marks are noted beneath Liberty's ear and adjacent to her throat. There are a couple of small, red-orange alloy spots and a normal number of minor abrasions on each side, for the grade.(Registry values: P2)

2711

1806 $5 Round Top 6, 7x6 Stars MS64 NGC. Breen-6448, BD-6, R.2. The Round Top 6 variety is a distinctive type issue, with the obverse stars arranged seven left and six right. All previous issues, including the 1806 Pointed 6 coins, have eight stars to the left and five to the right. The new 7x6 star arrangement remained in effect until the coinage design was discontinued in 1807. Type collectors will be interested in this near-Gem, whether they are seeking examples of both star arrangements, or just a single piece to represent the Draped Bust type. The 1806 Knobbed 6 or Round Top 6 half eagle is the most plentiful early five dollar piece, regardless of type, date, or grade. With many pieces to choose from, collectors will be paid dividends by waiting for exactly the right coin, cherrypicking for quality.
This amazing piece has frosty green-gold luster on both sides, encircled by rich and brilliant orange-gold toning near the peripheries. Technically, gold does not tone, and the bright orange color seen on each side is a result of the copper alloy. The pristine surfaces have an incredible cartwheel appearance, with nothing more than trivial marks on each side. The strike is sharp, even at the centers, with the exception of weakness at the junction of the left (facing) wing and the shield. The connoisseur will appreciate the exceptional technical quality as well as the remarkable beauty of this half eagle. Census: 45 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

2712

1806 $5 Pointed Top 6, 8x5 Stars MS62 PCGS. Breen-6445, BD-2, High R.5. The first two stars are close to the lowest hair curl, and the 1 and 6 in the date touch the curl and bust, respectively. On the reverse the letters are large, the T's are perfect, and the first A in AMERICA touches the fourth feather. This variety, at High R.5 (30-35 known) is of middling rarity among the five 1806 Pointed 6 die marriages, not as common as the R.4 BD-1 (100-150 known) but more available than the R.7 BD-3 and BD-5 pairings (6-10 and 10-12 known, respectively). It is about on par in terms of rarity with the BD-4, of which 30-35 are also thought to exist in all grades, according to Bass and Dannreuther.
Viewed through a larger numismatic lens, however, it must be recognized that this is a member of one of the rarest U.S. coin series overall, and a conditionally elusive (as well as elusive in absolute terms) example of this variety to boot.
The obverse of this pairing was first used for the BD-1, and according to Bass-Dannreuther the earliest die state known for BD-2 is Die State c, which shows a crack (here prominent) from star 1 through star 8, another from star 9-13 (here wispy), and a third crack from the rim through the tops of LIBERTY (here absent). The surfaces are lustrous yellow-gold, with a few light abrasions in the fields that account for the grade. An interesting piece for the series specialist or die state researcher.(Registry values: P3)

2713

1807 $5 Bust Left MS61 NGC. Breen-6453, BD-8, R.2. The Capped Bust design, with the numerals on the obverse quite small and well centered between the bust and the denticles. On the reverse the lowest feather tip in the fletchings points to the corner of the 5's flag.
The obverse was first used with the extremely rare BD-7 die marriage, then reused in this relatively common pairing. Famed gold collector Harry W. Bass Jr. owned four examples of this available variety, one that is nonetheless widely sought for type purposes (especially by those collectors who seek first-year-of-type specimens). This piece is sharply struck, with even, attractive golden-orange coloration visible throughout both sides. A few small abrasions on each side are responsible for the grade, along with some tiny scrapes visible between S and O on the reverse.(Registry values: P2)

2714

1810 $5 Large Date, Large 5 MS63 NGC. Breen-6459, BD-4, R.2. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/a with no evidence of clash marks aside from a slender raised area (as produced) near star 4. A pleasing example that has smooth fields and good luster. The central reverse exhibits faint roller marks, as struck, but the design is otherwise well impressed. Light honey-gold except at the borders, which offer olive-green tints. Along with the Round Top 1806, the 1810 Large Date, Large 5 ranks among the more available varieties of early gold half eagles. Yet any Capped Bust Left example is very scarce in Select condition, and growing demand from gold type collectors ensures that few such pieces are to be found on the bourse floor. Census: 32 in 63, 42 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

2715

1818 $5 STATESOF MS62 PCGS. Breen-6470, BD-2, R.4. Bass-Dannreuther Die State c. This lemon-gold early half eagle exhibits extensive luminous luster, and the strike is exquisite except for slight softness along the left border of the shield. Generally quite clean for the assigned grade, although careful examination reveals a patch of faint vertical marks on the right obverse field. The dies are rotated clockwise 45 degrees, and the obverse is bisected by a slender die crack between 5 and 11 o'clock. STATESOF is a popular Guide Book variety. The engraver spaced the TAT in STATES too widely, which compelled the placement of the O in OF close to the final S in STATES. Population: 8 in 62, 19 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

Liberty Half Eagles

2716

1852-C $5 MS63 PCGS. Variety 1. With its ample mintage and above-average surviving population, the 1852-C is a popular half eagle issue for the type collector of branch mint gold. For most coins, even better-grade pieces, eye appeal is a concern, since examples often show weak strikes and numerous heavy marks.
This attractive representative, housed in a prior-generation PCGS holder, is one of the most gorgeous examples available today. The central devices show above-average definition, and the fields show attractive, satiny luster that offers a degree of reflectivity. While a number of light, scattered marks are present on each side, the surfaces have none of the sharp, distracting abrasions that so often appear on examples of this issue. Population: 1 in 63, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

2717

1853 $5 MS64 NGC. As noted by Garrett and Guth in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins, for the 1853 half eagle issue, though circulated coins are fairly common, "Mint State examples are scarce, and most of the coins are in the lower grade ranges, usually MS-61 or MS-62. Choice examples are seldom seen or offered for sale."
This sharply struck near-Gem offers a rare opportunity for the interested collector. Each side is warmly lustrous with rich butter-yellow color and a touch of orange patina near the rims. Though a few wispy marks on each side preclude a finer designation, the eye appeal is excellent. Census: 8 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P4)

2718

1860-D $5 Large D MS62 PCGS. Winter lists only a single Large D reverse (Variety 38-EE) but two similar dies are known. The present example has the mintmark extremely close to the branch, and has a pair of die lines above the right (facing) wing. Incorrectly designated as the 'common' Medium D by PCGS. The Large D is many times rarer. This specimen boasts considerable luster over generally smooth orange-gold surfaces. The strike is sharp for a Dahlonega product, and the eye appeal is impressive for its designated grade. Just 14,635 pieces were struck, most of which undoubtedly bore a Medium D mintmark.

2719

1863-S $5 AU58 PCGS. There were 17,000 examples of the 1863-S half eagle minted and most or all of them immediately entered circulation, much the same as for nearly every gold coin struck in San Francisco. As a result, the issue is distinctly a condition rarity, even before one begins to take probable resubmissions out of the combined certified population. This lovely example has bright lemon-yellow surfaces with a trace of greenish coloration. The surfaces are faintly marked, consistent with the grade, with only a trace of friction standing between the coin and a Mint State designation. Population: 2 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

2720

1875-CC $5 AU58 NGC. Variety 2-B. The date is high and slightly left of center, and the mintmark is uneven, with the second C markedly lower than the first. Winter calls the reverse a doubled die, but there is no apparent doubling on this piece. Although the central obverse and reverse are weak as usual, especially on the eagle's neck and head, this pleasing near-Mint example is most attractive, with reflective fields and light yellow luster. Surface marks on each side are typical for the grade and do little to lessen its eye appeal. Census: 5 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

Proof Liberty Half Eagles

2721

1885 $5 PR65 Ultra Cameo NGC. Garrett and Guth posit that perhaps 20 examples survive today of the 66 pieces recorded struck of this issue, although that would imply that more than half of the combined NGC/PCGS certified population consists of duplicates. This piece is nonetheless near the top end of survivors both technically and aesthetically, with rich orange-gold coloration and the coveted black-on-gold appearance of high-end Cameo proof gold. The field-device contrast is splendid, and while evident contact seems quite low for the assigned grade, the eye appeal is quite high. Census: 1 in 65 Ultra Cameo, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

2722

1904 $5 PR65 Cameo NGC. The vast majority of proof 1904 half eagles are brilliant, but a few, like this attractive example, muster a degree of contrast between gleaming mirrors and mildly frosted devices. Garrett and Guth (2006) write that for this issue, " ... most of the coins grade PF-64 at best. High-grade Proof half eagles are very rare, regardless of the date."
Aside from a hint of alloy at the rims, this Gem is gleaming yellow-gold and sun-gold with appreciable contrast, particularly on the reverse. The strike is bold, and the mirrors are deep. Remarkable visual appeal and quality for this later proof Liberty half eagle issue. Census: 4 in 65 Cameo, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2723

1907 $5 PR65 Cameo NGC. The year 1907 marks the last year of proof examples of the Liberty Head five dollar; even though 1908-dated Libertys and Indian Heads were both produced, the only 1908 proof fives are of the Indian Head type. This coin at first--and subsequent--glance appears to fully merit an Ultra Cameo designation, with deep black-on-gold contrast between the fields and devices. There is little contact evident, even under a loupe. The color is a lovely canary-yellow throughout. This Gem Cameo proof is one of five so certified at NGC, with 11 pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Indian Half Eagles

2724

1909 $5 MS65 PCGS. Though no Indian five dollar gold issue can be said to be readily available at the MS65 level, the 1909, with its generous mintage, is more available in such a state than most. Still, finding a suitable example can require a good deal of patience. This Gem offers rich yellow-orange color with glimpses of peach and aquamarine in the fields. The strike is pleasing overall, and the luster is immense. Only a few faint marks are visible on the portrait, these having little influence on the grade. PCGS has certified a mere seven finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2725

1909-S $5 MS64 PCGS. This is a sharply struck example, as are most, and it exhibits beautiful deep orange-gold color with frosty luster. David Akers has estimated that fewer than 20 pieces exist in MS64 or better grades, and current population data seems to support his words, written 20 years ago: "The 1909-S is one of the four or five rarest issues of the series. Among San Francisco Mint issues it is virtually on a par with the 1915-S and is far more rare than the lower mintage 1908-S. Mint State examples at any level are rare and in the high Mint State grades, i.e. MS-64 or better, there are probably fewer than 20 specimens in all." Population: 16 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2726

1912-S $5 MS64 PCGS. CAC. The S-mintmarked Indian Head quarter eagles from 1912 through 1915 are among the most elusive issues in this series loaded with difficult issues, although one cannot exclude the 1909-O, 1911-D, and the famous 1929 from that list. Garrett and Guth typecast the 1912-S as a "one of the classic rarities" of the series. As of (3/09), PCGS has certified a mere 21 pieces as MS64, with a single MS65 coin finer. There are a few light abrasions on the exposed Indian's cheek and in the field nearby that account for the grade, but the luster is generous over the orange-gold surfaces. The mintmark is weak, as nearly always on this issue. The reverse appears high-end for the grade, and the strike elsewhere is pleasingly bold for this issue that is normally seen weakly struck. It is doubtful that a more pleasing piece could be found, even with extensive searching, making this another significant opportunity for some forthright bidder.(Registry values: N7079)

2727

1913-S $5 MS64 PCGS. The 1913-S follows the pattern of several S-mint Indian half eagles, being relatively available in the circulated and lower Mint State grades, but legitimately scarce once the Choice Uncirculated level is reached. Offered here is splendid near-Gem representative that displays excellent sharpness except for a shallow, shapeless mintmark that is nearly diagnostic for a 1913-S. The luster, however, is especially vibrant and the satin surfaces exude vivid orange-gold patina. Outstanding, nearly unsurpassable quality for this conditionally scarce half eagle issue. Population: 15 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2728

1929 $5 MS62 PCGS. The 1929 half eagle is rarer than its mintage of 662,000 pieces might suggest. Most of the coins were not released into the channels of commerce, but rather were retained in federal vaults until the gold Recall Act of 1933. Most of the original mintage was thus destroyed at the Mint.
The peach-gold surfaces of this MS62 example are imbued with hints of light green and tan, and display soft luster. The design elements are generally well impressed. A few minute handling marks are visible on each side, especially in the raised, exposed fields.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Indian Half Eagles

2729

1911 $5 PR64 PCGS. After two years of producing the Roman or Satin Finish gold proofs, in 1911 the Mint reverted to the 1908 matte style, although the texture is more fine-grained. The 1908 and 1911 are the most available proof issues of the series, and they are available in the case of the 1911 up to PR67, the highest graded at PCGS. This PR64 specimen is one of 10 so certified at that service, with 15 finer (3/09). The surfaces on this near-Gem example are a uniform golden-olive color, with a single small abrasion on the Indian's cheek perhaps all that limits an even finer grade.(Registry values: N4719)

Early Eagles

2730

1795 $10 13 Leaves--Plugged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6830, Taraszka-4, BD-4, R.5. Obverse State a, Reverse State b. This piece was holed and then plugged, with a degree of reengraving. The hole was just to the left of the top of Liberty's cap relative to the obverse and close to the U in UNITED on the reverse, and the subsequent reengraving altered some of the usual diagnostics; the U in UNITED has a leaf touching it, for example, but the die chip between OF and AMERICA indicates the reverse for BD-4 or BD-5, which lacks the leaf touching the U.
Otherwise, this is a lightly worn example, faintly abraded with lightly hairlined yellow-gold surfaces. Evidence of a past cleaning is clear, yet this bright piece retains substantial eye appeal. An intriguing and readily collectible survivor from the first year of eagle coinage.(Registry values: P5)

2731

1796 $10 --Obverse Repaired, Whizzed--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6832, Taraszka-6, BD-1, R.4. The only known die pair. The 1796 mintage of 4,146 gold eagles included a sizable number actually dated 1795. During the first two years of gold production, the Philadelphia Mint coined 9,729 coins from six die pairs, five of which were dated 1795. A minor repair seems evident in the upper left obverse field, to the right of stars 5 through 7, and both sides have been lightly whizzed. Even greenish-gold color adorns both sides, and there are no distracting abrasions to be found. A vertical crack begins in the field below E of LIBERTY, crossing the bust to the bottom drapery line above the 9. An affordable example of this scarce early gold type.(Registry values: P6)

2732

1797 $10 Large Eagle Fine 15 PCGS. Breen-6834, Taraszka-8, BD-2, High R.4. Obverse State b, Reverse State b, with crumbling at the die crack below the 7 in the date. The BD-2, with its reverse die used in just this one die pair, marks a transition for the early eagle series; as Bass and Dannreuther note in their entry for the die pair in Early U.S. Gold Coin Varieties, "This [BD-2] reverse likely is the first one made and it is [italics theirs] the first one used for the Large Eagle type dated 1797, as proven by Bass die data."
Bass and Dannreuther offer a more expansive take on the changeover and its aftereffects in their overview of the early years of the eagle denomination. One paragraph reads in part:

"The replacement in mid-1797 of the Small Eagle type with the Large Eagle type (based on the Great Seal of the United States) created three distinct reverse varieties in the first year! All three Large Eagle reverse dies used in 1797 are paired with the same obverse die ... creating the three major varieties for 1797 Large Eagle coins. The first reverse is attributed to John Smith Gardner ... as it is a duplicate of the one attributed to him for the half eagles. This 1797 variety (BD-2, the first Large Eagle one) uses the Reverse of 1797A, which has a long, thin neck."

This Fine 15 example from that important transitional die pair offers strong detail for the grade. Honey-tinged lemon-gold surfaces show a scattering of light abrasions, and a few wispy pinscratches appear in the fields, these being consistent with the moderate level of circulation this piece experienced. Each side offers faint but readily discernible radiance. Intriguing and desirable, a coin that encourages a second look.(Registry values: P3)

2733

1797 $10 Large Eagle MS61 NGC. Breen-6834, Taraszka-12, BD-4, High R.4. Bass-Dannreuther Die State d/b, with faint die breaks on the reverse from the rim through the left side of R in AMERICA and another bisecting the C in the same word. This is the usual die state for the variety, as only a few examples of the perfect state--Die State d/a--are believed to exist. Only one obverse die was used to strike the three known 1797 Large Eagle tens. Three different reverse dies are differentiated in the Bass-Dannreuther reference on early gold by the style of the eagle's neck: BD-2 has a "long thin neck," BD-3 displays a "short thin neck," and BD-4, the variety offered here, shows a "long thick neck." Attributing this issue by the size and shape of the eagle's neck can be a complicated exercise, even when performing a side-by-side comparison. An infallible method of identifying the three Large Eagle varieties for the year is to observe the position of the reverse stars to the eagle's beak and cloud 4. Only on BD-2 and BD-4 does the upper point of the star point to the tip of the eagle's beak. The distinctive difference between those two variants is the position of the third star of the upper row in relation to cloud 4. On BD-4, the star floats in the field, but on BD-2 the star is connected to the cloud.
This lovely example displays bright, yellow-gold surfaces and the often-seen semiprooflike finish in the fields. The strike is average for the issue, if not a bit sharper than usual, and we find no individual flaws or visual distractions worthy of mention. As of (3/09), NGC has certified 32 examples as MS61, with 17 graded finer--13 at the MS62 level.(Registry values: P3)

2734

1799 $10 Small Stars Obverse MS61 NGC. Breen-6839, Taraszka-15, BD-3, High R.6. A total of 37,449 ten dollar gold pieces were coined in 1799, with ten different die varieties known for the date. The present coin is a representative of the rare BD-3 variety, characterized by the wide even date on the obverse, and the star positions with star 9 near Y in LIBERTY, star 13 near the bust, and the points of star 1 seeming to cup the lowest curl. The stars on the obverse are from the "Small Stars" punch, which broke later in the year, and was replaced by the "Large Stars" punch. John Dannreuther estimates the original mintage of this variety at 1,000-1,500 pieces, with only 16-20 specimens extant today.
The present coin is one of the finest surviving examples of this very rare variety. Bright yellow-gold color highlights the semiprooflike fields, and a sharp strike imparts crisp detail to the design elements. A few light handling marks in the fields are consistent with the grade.(Registry values: P2)

2735

1799 $10 Small Stars Obverse MS63 PCGS. CAC. Irregular Date, Small Stars, Breen-6840, Taraszka-19, BD-7, R.3. The BD-7 is one of the two most common of the various 1799 varieties, which include eight Small Stars die pairings and two Large Stars marriages. As such, the Irregular Date is also the obvious choice for type collectors, unless they want to opt for one of the much-rarer varieties: With the sole exception of the 1799 Large Stars (Breen-6841, Taraszka-22, BD-10), also rated R.3, all of the remaining marriages for the year are R.5 (rare), R.6 (very rare) or R.7 (extremely rare). Noted gold coin collector Harry W. Bass, Jr. owned five examples of this variety. The so-called "core collection" coin was a Choice Mint State example.
The 17 in the date is evenly spaced, but both digits tilt far to the right, and the 7 is noticeably higher than the 1 or 9 flanking it. Star 1 is close to the curl, while star 13 is away from the bust and star 9 virtually touches the Y in LIBERTY. On the reverse (which is shared with the BD-6) star 12 is well away from the eagle's beak, and one of its points touches the scroll below. Star 13 is away from the ribbon.
The present example is a lovely Select Mint State piece with lustrous greenish-gold surfaces and superlative eye appeal. There are a few trivial marks that appear on the obverse under a loupe that appear to determine the grade, but they are inoffensive. A small planchet void near star 12 is as made, but will help pedigree future appearances. There are no visible adjustment marks on either side. Much reflectivity emanates from both sides, one of this coin's premier attributes. Boldly struck and ultimately pleasing.
From The Scottsville Collection.(Registry values: P2)

2736

1801 $10 AU55 NGC. Breen-6843, Taraszka-25, BD-2, R.2. Although many collectors shy away from the series because of its priciness, the Capped Bust eagle gold coins minted from 1797 through 1804 are arguably the fledgling United States' most impressive coins; wonderful mementos of that historic era when the young nation first began flexing its wings in international affairs. Produced in two subtypes with the Small Eagle (1795-1797) and Heraldic Eagle reverses (1797-1804), the entire series comprises a mintage of only 132,000-plus pieces. Of the dates produced (none made in 1802), the 1801 is the most available today, while still rare and seldom-seen in the larger scheme of U.S. coinage. Bass and Dannreuther comment, "Calling the 1799 and 1801 eagles common is only relative, as the number of survivors of each date is probably in the high hundreds or certainly not many more than a thousand of each date. Every early eagle date is rarer than, say, an 1856 Flying Eagle cent and many times rarer than a 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln cent."
This variety is readily attributed by star 8 having two points close to the cap, and star 13 almost grazes the bust tip. The stars, of a new style, show longer and thinner spokes or spines. On the reverse, the eagle's upper beak nearly touches a star just below. The devices are surprisingly sharp on each side with strong hair detail on the obverse as well as breast feathers above the shield. Bright yellow-gold color overall with a few small contact marks in the fields. A wonderful and impressive early type coin.(Registry values: P1)

2737

1801 $10 MS62 PCGS. Breen-6843, Taraszka-25, BD-2, R.2. Late die states of the BD-2 variety are quickly recognized by the vertical spines in the cap, as on this example. There are nine individual spines that cross the cap like a picket fence. These may correspond with the vertical stripes from the shield on the reverse.
This gorgeous eagle is fully lustrous with brilliant honey-gold color. the fields are partially reflective with hints of pale orange toning on each side. The obverse has the usual small number of abrasions, while the reverse is surprisingly unabraded. A sharply detailed piece, this example has full obverse and reverse borders with excellent design details.
Few early American coins are as impressive as a Heraldic Eagle ten dollar piece. Although the BD-2 is always available for a price, it is highly desirable as a gold type coin.(Registry values: P1)

2738

1803 $10 Small Stars Reverse MS61 NGC. Breen-6844, Taraszka-28, BD-3, R.4. Localized striking weakness on the left obverse stars and the eagle's right leg--as influenced by Mint-applied adjustment marks--are redeemed by this example's attractive red-gold coloration and pleasing surface quality. Clash marks are particularly noticeable on the reverse, which is common to the variety. Attribution of this variant is most easily accomplished by observing the location of the lower left reverse star in relation to the left upright in the second U in PLURIBUS and the position of the leaf tip to the I in AMERICA. A secondary die characteristic is the presence of three fused dentils observed on most survivors at 7 o'clock on the reverse, although this feature is not mentioned in references on the subject.
BD-3 combines a workhorse obverse die--the only one employed to produce the six 1803 ten dollar varieties--with a similarly hardy reverse die, which was used to strike tens of thousands of 1801 BD-2 eagles. The Bass-Dannreuther reference (2006) estimates that between 7,500 and 10,000 coins were struck from the 1803 BD-3 die marriage. The inaugural ten dollar dies of 1795 struggled to yield 1,000 pieces, yet in total this obverse die was used to strike as many as 20,000 coins and the reverse die may have produced as many as 40,000 eagles, thus serving as an indication of our first Mint's improvement in die preparation and maintenance in eight short years.(Registry values: P2)

2739

1803 $10 Extra Star MS61 NGC. Breen-6845, Taraszka-30, BD-5, High R.4. BD Die State g/b. The "extra star" that defines this variety is actually a stray star in the cloud under F in OF. On the current offering--and many other known examples--this feature is weak, yet discernible. It is ironic that the peculiar feature which gives this variety its name can be missing or weak on survivors, regardless of condition. As such, the quickest and surest means of attribution is to examine the relationship of the leaf tip to the I in AMERICA: On BD-5 the tip points to the left serif of the I, whereas the leaf point is closer to the right serif of the same letter on all varieties except for BD-6, where the tip of the leaf is adjacent to the right serif of the R.
NGC documents only five 1803 Extra Star tens at the MS61 level with 20 coins grading finer (3/09); however, we must make note of three additional Large Reverse Star eagles in the Census Report; an MS61 and two MS62 pieces. This information is important in that the three additional examples may be BD-5 coins. Of the six known varieties for this issue, the first four die marriages use small stars on the reverse, while BD-5 and BD-6 have large stars. Since BD-6 is a very rare variety with fewer than 10 examples believed to be extant in all grades, it is possible that the population data for this variety could be higher by three coins. Nonetheless, BD-5 is anything but common in Mint State condition.
The eagle offered here is a pleasing survivor, displaying green-gold coloration and ample luster, especially in the protected areas. Adjustment marks--common to the series--are noted through the upper reverse, for the sake of full disclosure. And while the strike of the current coin is average for the issue, its overall eye appeal will ensure aggressive bidding activity.

Liberty Eagles

2740

1900-S $10 MS65 NGC. Later date Liberty eagles are generally assumed to be common, but although the 1901-S, 1902-S, and 1903-S are plentiful in Mint State, the 1900-S is not. Only 81,000 pieces were struck, and most survivors are XF or AU. The issue is a formidable rarity in MS64 and finer. The best known to us is from the Eliasberg Collection, a piece presumably cherrypicked for quality from Treasury holdings by a turn of the century coin dealer working for J.M. Clapp. Eliasberg acquired the Clapp Estate intact in 1942. We suspect that the Eliasberg example may represent more than one, and possibly all, of the four pieces certified as MS67 or MS68 by NGC or PCGS. If so, the present piece may be the second finest known. It is lustrous and well struck, but more importantly, the surfaces are unusually smooth, with a solitary faint graze noted on the cheek.(Registry values: N7079)

Proof Liberty Eagles

2741

1903 $10 PR67 NGC. In their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins, Garrett and Guth comment on the dual strains of availability and rarity that apply not only to the proof 1903 eagle, but also to a wide range of later proof gold coins: "The 1903 Proof eagle is one of the most common dates of the period, but only in relative terms, as any coin with a population estimated at 40 to 50 pieces is rare indeed." Within the context of proof Liberty eagles, for example, the 1903 may qualify as a more available date, indeed as a probably type coin, yet for all its supposed availability, it is still rare in an absolute sense, a numismatic paradox.
As is the case with a number of proof gold issues, the combined certified population revolves around the PR64 designation; NGC has certified nearly as many PR64 examples (21) as it has pieces in all other grades (23) among non-Cameo survivors, of which there are four. Further examination of the NGC Census Report reveals that this PR67 beauty is one of just two coins so graded by that service, with none finer regardless of contrast level (3/09).
For the entire Liberty eagle series, this is also one of just four coins without a contrast designator to grade PR67, further attesting to its rarity. Bright lemon-gold surfaces are powerfully mirrored with glimpses of sun-yellow on the reverse. The strike is razor-sharp and the fields are exquisitely preserved. In sum, a gorgeous specimen from the late brilliant era of proof gold coinage.(Registry values: N69)

Indian Eagles

2742

1908-D $10 No Motto MS64 PCGS. Scarcer than expected in high grades, from an original mintage of 210,000 pieces, the 1908-D No Motto is the final issue from the Denver Mint that does not exhibit the motto IN GOD WE TRUST as a part of its design. This example is well struck, with rich satiny luster, and exhibits lovely rose-gold toning. Impressively preserved, with just a handful of tiny marks on each side; this piece seems quite close to qualifying as a Gem. A coin that is of obvious importance to type collectors, as a representative of the sole No Motto Indian eagle issue to emerge from the Denver Mint. Population: 35 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2743

1908-D $10 No Motto MS66 PCGS. CAC. Unlike its double eagle counterpart, the Saint-Gaudens eagle design was not minted in the millions prior to its 1908 modification to add IN GOD WE TRUST to the reverse. Only two issues, the 1907 No Periods and the 1908-D No Motto, have six-figure mintages, between 200,000 and 250,000 pieces in each case. Both of them are of considerable value to the type collector.
The 1908-D No Motto, however, is much more challenging in higher grades. Garrett and Guth comment in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins: "This issue is within the top third of the most difficult dates to obtain in gem grades. Most of the original mintage did not survive in high grade, and the novelty of the new design had worn off, so few were saved."
The two authors also note that the issue is underrated, stating that it "does not command the respect it deserves." They suggest that since most of the known Mint State survivors are poorly struck with subpar luster, even the finer examples suffer. The present Premium Gem deserves better. Though the hair over Liberty's ear is a trifle softly defined, the detail on the eagle's feathers is sharp. Generally wheat-gold surfaces have warm and inviting luster with hints of peach and orange at the margins. A single graze is noted on Liberty's cheek and a planchet flaw follows the lower left obverse rim, but neither of these flaws unduly influences the top-notch eye appeal. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2744

1908-D $10 Motto MS67 NGC. More than a decade after its printing, arguably the best assessment of the rarity of the 1908-D With Motto ten dollar pieces in high grades comes from David Akers, and his words, reprinted in Heritage's November 2005 auction of the Phillip Morse Collection, bear repeating. He wrote in the catalog for the Thaine Price Collection that "... mintage figures are only a starting point in determining rarity and, in many cases, especially among Twentieth Century gold issues, they can be downright misleading. Most examples of this issue must have gone into circulation because...even in the lowest mint state grades, the 1908-D With Motto is at least worthy of being called 'very scarce.'"
Garrett and Guth second Akers, noting that "Most [1908-D With Motto tens] are boldly struck and show ample luster, but few examples survived that have the unblemished surfaces required for the gem grade." Still, they advise that "For the serious and well-heeled specialist, this date can be obtained."
The occasional opportunity does arise, as the offering of this fantastic Superb Gem demonstrates. Its pale straw-gold surfaces are beautifully lustrous, and the devices are crisp throughout, with the detail on Liberty's hair particularly noteworthy. Even under close scrutiny, this coin does not show any but the most trivial of flaws. A truly remarkable Superb Gem that should find a home in a high-end cabinet. Census: 3 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

2745

1910 $10 MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: O'Neal/Duckor. The 1910 eagle has long enjoyed a reputation for easy availability, and in most grades, this is true. By the Select level, however, the issue commands a substantial premium over type. As is the norm for 20th century gold, coins that are readily found in lesser Mint State grades become immensely elusive in better condition, and at the MS66 level, the 1910 eagle becomes a condition rarity, with 20 such pieces certified by PCGS and only two finer (3/09).
The present Premium Gem is a remarkable representative that combines one of the most desirable modern gold pedigrees with the outstanding visual appeal and quality that have made both collections famous. Powerful luster adds vibrancy to the yellow-gold obverse and the honey-tinged reverse. It is remarkably well-preserved on the sharply struck portrait, and even though a few shallow marks present to the left of the eagle's legs, these flaws have only trivial influence on the tremendous eye appeal. With so many positives present for this piece, even the most discerning collector would be hard-pressed to want more in a 1910 eagle.(Registry values: N4719)

2746

1915 $10 MS66 NGC. In terms of both relative and absolute scarcity, the 1915 eagle is a fairly common date. That usually translates into a coin which is popular for type purposes. At the MS66 level, however, this issue is very scarce. Only a total of 27 pieces have received such a grade from NGC and PCGS combined, with a mere five examples seen even finer at MS67 (3/09). This Premium Gem is well struck, with intense mint luster and lovely yellow-gold and rose toning. Surface marks are minimal, especially on the obverse, where the only flaw is a shiny spot on Liberty's cheekbone from die polish.(Registry values: N4719)

2747

1915 $10 MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: O'Neal. The 1915 eagle has a reasonably high survivorship in Mint State, with coins grading Select and lower prevalent. At the Gem level, however, availability falls off the proverbial cliff, and should the collector seek a Premium Gem, such a coin represents an immense challenge; PCGS has graded only six examples at that level and only one piece finer (3/09). The charming coin offered here has immensely lustrous wheat-gold surfaces that show whispers of twinkling frost in the fields. The fine details of Liberty's hair are strong, and the carefully preserved portrait attracts considerable interest. Overall visual appeal is superb for this gorgeous and evocative Saint-Gaudens eagle.(Registry values: N4719)

2748

1920-S $10 AU55 PCGS. CAC. From a mintage of 126,500 pieces, the 1920-S is the third-rarest date of the Indian Head design type, after the famous 1907 Rolled Edge variety and the fabulous 1933. Ten dollar gold coins were not minted at the other mints in 1920. Indeed, the economic chaos surrounding the end of World War I had made the coins nearly obsolete. No eagles had been minted since 1916, and the denomination would not be coined again until 1926. The survival of any 1920-S eagle was purely a matter of chance, and the issue is scarce in all grades today.
The present coin is an attractive example of this key date. Wear shows only on the high points of the design, with all important detail unaffected. Much original luster and color remain, and some scattered abrasions are consistent with the grade. Population: 12 in 55, 35 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Liberty Double Eagles

2749

1850 $20 MS62 NGC. While there are a few dozen Mint State pieces known of this issue, many more examples are known in the circulated grades from Very Fine to AU. All of them are the subject of intense demand, due to their prominent position as the first issue of our nation's largest circulating gold coin (save for the unique 1849 double eagle that is technically a pattern and a prize of the Smithsonian Institution). This lovely orange-gold specimen has bright semiprooflike fields and a few light abrasions that are consistent with the grade, but the overall eye appeal is high-end, and the bold strike is a plus. Census: 31 in 62, 13 finer (3/09).
From The Oro Valley Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2750

1850-O $20 AU58 NGC. Twenty dollar gold pieces were coined at the New Orleans Mint for the first time in 1850, making the issue the first branch mint double eagle. A substantial mintage of 141,000 pieces was achieved, and the date is available today in grades up to the XF level. Doug Winter discusses the availability of the issue in higher grades in his 2006 edition of Gold Coins of the New Orleans Mint 1839-1909. Winter comments, "The 1850-O has proven to be quite rare in the middle About Uncirculated grades, very rare in the higher range of this grade, and extremely rare in full Mint State." Winter estimates a surviving population of perhaps 58-76 pieces in all AU grades. NGC has certified only 14 examples in AU58, with four finer, while PCGS has graded seven specimens at this level, with none finer (3/09).
The present coin has semiprooflike fields, with just a touch of friction on the high points of the design. The strike is surprisingly sharp for a New Orleans Mint issue, and the surfaces are accented by bright yellow and green-gold color. Overall eye appeal is quite pleasing.(Registry values: N2998)

2751

1856-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 17O: No Serif, Left S. SSCA 5635. Produced in only the third year of regular coinage operations at the San Francisco Mint, the 1856-S double eagles were made to an amount well in excess of 1.1 million coins. There are many survivors of the 1855-S and 1856-S double eagles in XF and AU from the "Fort Capron hoard" found in the 1970s in Florida, near present-day Fort Pierce. (See Bowers' Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins for more details.) However, the high-grade Mint State specimens available of this issue are almost uniformly recoveries from the S.S. Central America, which foundered in September of the following year. This piece offers splendid golden-yellow coloration, with an equally bold strike and impressive eye appeal. The "No Serif" refers to the left (missing) serif on the U(NITED). Comes with faux-book case. PCGS has currently certified 39 examples of the issue in MS64, with an additional six in MS65 and two in MS66. For the No Serif, Left S variety, Population: 16 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).
From The Oro Valley Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2752

1857-O $20 AU58 PCGS. A rare and important double eagle, the 1857-O survives from a mintage of only 30,000 coins. Doug Winter rates this date as the ninth rarest of 13 issues, although such a ranking is only of moderate value, given the rarity of all New Orleans double eagles, especially in higher grades. PCGS has only certified 130 examples in AU58 or better for all 13 dates, and 67 of those are 1851-O and 1852-O issues. The only finer 1857-O that PCGS has certified is a single amazing MS63 coin from the Harry Bass Collection. This delightful piece has excellent luster with slightly reflective fields and lovely green-gold color. A few marks on each side are of little concern. Population: 5 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2753

1863 $20 MS61 PCGS. The production of gold coins during the Civil War (1861-65) was a futile effort for the Mint, particularly after the first year when the presumed outcome of the war--a quick Northern victory--looked increasingly doubtful. Most gold coins were hoarded or exported, and it would be close to two decades before gold would circulate freely again in the United States (the West is an exception to many generalities about gold, however). The mintage of the 1863 double eagle, during the height of the Civil War, was a smallish 142,790 coins, and today most examples seen in the marketplace are VF to AU. Bowers comments in his Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins that "Mint State examples are so rare that many old-timers have never seen one." There were few found on the shipwrecks of the era (none on the S.S. Brother Jonathan and 35 on the S.S. Republic), and even the Smithsonian Institution lacks an example of the issue. Only twice before have we offered higher-grade examples than the present piece (both MS62). This specimen displays splendid eye appeal, with honey-gold fields and deeper orange-gold high points, and the contact marks that exist are well within the confines of the grade. The bold strike is a plus. A small patch of orange on the reverse, over the E in TWENTY, will help pedigree this coin. Population: 10 in 61, 9 finer (3/09).
From The Oro Valley Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2754

1870-CC $20 XF40 PCGS. Variety 2-B. The Carson City Mint began coining operations on February 11, 1870, with a small emission of silver dollars. The facility had been under construction since 1866, but many delays were experienced due to inclement weather, lack of building materials, and a chronic shortage of funds to pay the workers. The final cost of the Mint's construction was $426,787, nearly three times the initial estimate of $150,000. Coinage of double eagles commenced on March 10, with a delivery of 1,332 pieces, but technical problems continued to beset the Mint. The total production figure for double eagles was only 3,789 pieces in the first year of operation. The entire mintage was immediately released into circulation and was undoubtedly a boon to the local economy.
Because the entire mintage was released into circulation, every 1870-CC double eagle known today shows some signs of wear. The issue is completely unknown in Mint State. Experts estimate a surviving population of 35-50 examples in all grades. A search of auction records reveals 25 appearances of this date since 1991, with Heritage handling the coin on 15 of those occasions. A particularly nice PCGS graded AU53 coin brought $368,000 at the Platinum Night Sale (Heritage, 1/2004), lot 3129. A total of 56 submissions have been certified in all grades by the two leading grading services , 28 at NGC and 28 at PCGS, but these figures are almost certainly distorted by resubmissions (3/09). In terms of absolute rarity among business strike double eagles, David Akers believes the 1870-CC is surpassed only by the Philadelphia Paquet Reverse double eagle, the 1856-O, and the issues of 1881 and 1885.
Collecting branch mint double eagles did not become popular until the 1940s, and early auction appearances are few and far between. One important early citation was in the Atwater Collection (B. Max Mehl, 6/1946), lot 1313. Mehl's description is worth reproducing :

"1870 First year of issue and the rarest of the series. only 3789 specimens struck, the smallest coinage of any Double-Eagle of this Mint. Very fine to extremely fine with some mint luster. Rare. Record for equal specimen well over $200.00. Not even in a recent Sale which was described as 'World's Greatest Collection of U.S. Gold Coins.' One of our very rarest Double-Eagles. I consider this another 'sleeper.' In the Bell Sale a specimen of this rarity brought $240.00. This price was paid by a dealer who sold it soon after for $350.00."

The buyer of the lot was Louis Eliasberg, at $275.00. It is interesting to note even a super collector like Eliasberg had to settle for a coin in circulated condition.
The circumstances outlined above combined to make the 1870-CC double eagle one of the most desirable issues in all of American coinage. The 1870-CC is the rarest of all Type Two double eagles, the rarest Carson City double eagle, the lowest mintage Carson City double eagle, and a first-year-of-issue coin. It is also the rarest double eagle of any date in high grade. To this potent list of desirable qualities can be added the fact that all coins with the CC mintmark possess an undeniable charisma due to their association with the Old West, and the heady days of the Comstock Lode.
Two die varieties are known for the 1870-CC double eagle. The present coin is a representative of Variety 2-B, the less available type. In Gold Coins of the Carson City Mint, Doug Winter discusses this variety:

"The date is large but not quite as well impressed as on Variety 1-A. It is placed slightly lower in the field with more space noted between the top of the 1 and the neck. The first C in the mintmark is placed over the right upright stroke of the N in TWENTY while the second is over the top of the T in TWENTY. This variety was discovered by New York dealer Anthony Terranova in 1993. It appears to be rarer than Variety 1-A."

The present coin is an attractive specimen of this American classic. Doug Winter has noted, "Every 1870-CC double eagle that I have ever seen has excessive abrasions on the surfaces. These are usually very deep and conspicuous." In keeping with Winter's observations, numerous small to middle sized abrasions are scattered over the surfaces of both sides of this coin. The most distinctive ones are a long scratch in the field in front of star 3, and a short, near-vertical mark in the field near stars 12 and 13. All of these are consistent with the grade. The surfaces are a pleasing light golden-brown color and show moderate, even wear. Population: 7 in 40, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2755

1871-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Given the rarity of the 1870-CC double eagle, the 1871-CC is the first reasonably available double eagle from the Carson City Mint. Doug Winter writes that this is the second rarest CC twenty and comments that "for most collectors, a nice example of this date represents their single greatest expenditure on a Carson City double eagle." Examples of this issue in AU55 and AU58 grades are in great demand, due to the extreme rarity of Mint State pieces. NGC has only certified six coins in MS60 or better grades. This lovely example has wonderful eye appeal with rich orange-gold luster and sharp design details. The surfaces are lightly marked as usual, but none of the marks are distracting. Census: 23 in 55, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2756

1871-CC $20 AU58 NGC. Though the 1870-CC double eagle is substantially more elusive and exponentially more famous, the 1871-CC twenty is also challenging and low-mintage, though exactly how low is a matter of debate; the figure of 17,387 pieces prevails in the 2009 Guide Book, while Rusty Goe's The Mint on Carson Street cites a mintage of 14,687 double eagles, though he also acknowledges the higher figure.
Goe highlights an important reason why the earliest double eagles from the Carson City Mint are so elusive, particularly in better grades: while later issues often were shipped overseas and later repatriated, most of the earlier twenties circulated locally and changed hands frequently, wearing out and acquiring numerous abrasions. This is reflected in the certified populations: NGC has identified a mere six examples as Mint State, and PCGS has no coins graded above AU55 in its Population Report (3/09). NGC also shows a total of 21 pieces as AU58, though this number likely includes a substantial quantity of resubmission.
The Mint on Carson Street indicates that visual appeal is at a premium for this earlier issue: "Of the surviving 1871-CCs extant, few are inspiring, although there are several AU-55 and AU-58 examples which possess higher than average eye appeal ..." The present coin certainly matches that description, with gleaming yellow-orange fields that offer hints of reflectivity. The portrait and stars are well-defined for the issue, and though a handful of small abrasions are present on the obverse, they are trivial in context. Only a trace of friction stands in the way of an otherwise well-deserved Mint State grade.(Registry values: N1793)

2757

1876-CC $20 MS63 NGC. The 1876-CC has the highest mintage figure of any Carson City double eagle (138,441 pieces). It is readily obtainable in the Extremely Fine and About Uncirculated grade levels, and even MS60 through MS62 coins can be located with patience and searching. MS63 and better pieces are rare, however.
The fields of this Select example are partially prooflike and establish modest variance with the central motifs. Peach-gold patina runs over both sides, imbued with traces of light green. Typically struck, in that minor softness is visible in portions of Liberty's hair. Most of the star centers are strong. Some inoffensive scuffs preclude a higher grade. Census: 4 in 63, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2758

1877-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Many 1877-S double eagles were shipped to European and South American countries. While large numbers have been discovered in recent decades, most have been heavily abraded. This accounts for most certified Mint State pieces (nearly 1,700 coins) falling into the MS60 to MS62 range. Select examples are extremely scarce, and finer grade ones are rare.
The apricot-gold surfaces of this MS63 specimen are imbued with traces of mint-green and present sharply struck design features. The luster flow reveals only an occasional interruption by minute contact marks. This coin presents great overall eye appeal for the designated grade. Population: 21 in 63, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2759

1878-S $20 MS63 NGC. Typically frosty with a pleasing mix of green-gold, orange-gold and pink coloration on both sides. The design features are much better struck than typically seen. Both sides exhibit pleasing luster, despite moderate contact marks. A high-end example of this early Type Three issue, for the grade. Scarcer overall than the mintage of 1.7 million pieces would suggest, and rare at the MS63 grade level, where only seven examples have been certified by NGC and six at PCGS. Virtually unobtainable any finer, just two pieces are graded at MS64 by NGC, while none have achieved the near-Gem rank at PCGS (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2760

1879-S $20 MS63 PCGS. 1879 is a popular year with double eagle date collectors as it is the only Type Three issue struck at four mints (Philadelphia, Carson City, New Orleans, and San Francisco). While the 1879-S has the highest mintage figure (1,223,800 pieces), it is scarcer than what might be expected. Most known examples are in the Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated range. The majority of PCGS/NGC Uncirculated specimens (about 450 pieces) fall into the MS60 to MS61 range. Fewer than 80 have been graded MS62. A mere three examples rate MS63, one is near-Gem, and there are none finer.
Michael Fuljenz and Douglas Winter write in their Type Three Double Eagles, 1877-1907 reference that the 1879-S is often found weakly struck. Our Select offering exhibits above average striking characteristics. The obverse star centers are strong, as is most of Liberty's hair, the eagle's plumage, and peripheral lettering, all areas that typically are weak. Additionally, attractive orange-gold and yellow-green coloration bathes the lustrous surfaces of both sides. Distributed minute contact marks prevent a higher grade. Fortunately, though, these are fewer and of less severity than usually seen on surviving specimens of this issue.
Fuljenz and Winter note that two varieties of 1879-S double eagles are known. The first has a normal 9 in the date, while the second shows traces of what might be a 7 or 8 below the loop of the 9. The present example is the first, or normal 9 variety.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1)

2761

1880-S $20 MS64 NGC. Ex: Eagle Collection. The 1880-S double eagle is often weakly struck, particularly on the hair near the forehead and atop the head, and on the star centers (Michael Fuljenz and Douglas Winter, 1999, p. 46). A well executed strike leaves its mark on all of the design elements of this near-Gem, however. Moreover, rich orange-gold patina with hints of grayish-green resides on the highly lustrous surfaces. A few minor handling marks preclude Gem classification, but there are no disturbing copper or grease stains that are visible on a number of surviving examples. Census: 2 in 64, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

2762

1881 $20 MS61 PCGS. The first of seven extremely rare low mintage Philadelphia Mint double eagles, the 1881 had a business strike mintage of 2,199 coins, actually lower than the mintage of the famous 1856-O double eagle rarity. The business strike production provides the first ingredient for rarity and the fact that few were spared from the ravages of commerce secures its place among the most challenging Liberty twenties. Of the 35-40 pieces believed to survive, only a small handful are Mint State; PCGS has graded just two MS61 pieces and none finer (3/09).
Regarding the 1881 twenty, Dave Bowers succinctly writes: "Circulation strikes are rarities in any grade, with no more than a few dozen believed to exist in numismatic hands." The low mintage of Philadelphia issues during the 1880s is unexplained but probably a function of low gold deposits during the silver coinage boom created a few years earlier by the Bland-Allison Act that created the Morgan silver dollar. Today, estimates suggest that about 40 circulation strikes and about a dozen proofs still exist.
This important Uncirculated representative is a bit more reflective than the other two Mint State pieces sold over the past decade, not surprising since so few 1881 twenties were originally produced. Abrasions are fairly plentiful in the obverse fields, but are not particularly bothersome on the portrait and are a bit less numerous and even distributed over the reverse. With interest in "blue chip" gold coins such as this at an all-time high, we feel confident that this low mintage gold rarity in unsurpassable condition could reach a record price level.
The date is centered between the bust and the border, from a four-digit logotype; the 88 appear to be slightly wider than the 18 or the 81. The left edge of the base of the first 1 is over the right edge of a dentil below it. There is no evidence of die polishing, die cracks, clash marts, or other imperfections on either side.(Registry values: N1)

2763

1881-S $20 MS63 PCGS. The 1881-S double eagle, sporting a mintage of 727,000 pieces, is most frequently seen in About Uncirculated condition. It is scarce in MS60 to MS62, and rare in MS63. Higher grade coins are virtually unobtainable.
Coruscating luster endows this Select offering, enriched on both sides by pleasing apricot-gold patination imbued with traces of lilac and mint-green. Most of the design elements exhibit sharp definition, save for the usual softness seen in a couple of the star centers. We note a few minor grade-defining marks, but these are nowhere as frequent or severe as often seen. A grease streak is visible to the right of obverse star 3. Population: 16 in 63, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2764

1882-S $20 MS63 PCGS. As determined by the PCGS/NGC population figures, the 1882-S double eagle can be located in the MS60 to MS62 grade range, showing a population of about 1,100 coins. The population falls precipitously to 43 Select examples, and a mere two coins finer.
This MS63 specimen displays bright luster emanating from its peach-gold surfaces. While the issue is generally incompletely struck, especially on Liberty's hair and the star centers, and the reverse center, this example exhibits sharp definition. Some distributed minuscule marks preclude a higher grade. Population: 30 in 63, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2765

1887-S $20 MS63 NGC. This low mintage issue (283,000 pieces) can be readily located in the upper circulated and lower-end Mint State grades. Select examples are quite scarce, and higher grade pieces are extremely rare.
A well executed strike delivers sharp definition to the design elements, indeed, sharper than usually seen for the issue. Specifically, most of the star centers and the date digits, areas of typical weakness, are strong on this particular specimen. Variegated apricot-gold and mint-green patina resides on the lustrous surfaces. Scattered light marks define the grade. Census: 21 in 63, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2766

1891-CC $20 AU55 NGC. The 1891-CC has the second lowest mintage figure (5,000 pieces) of any double eagle from the Carson City Mint, trailing only the 1870-CC. Despite the small mintage, it is more available in circulated grades than one might expect. The issue is scarce in About Uncirculated, however, and rare in Mint State. The certified population includes only one MS63 and none finer.
Mint-green and peach-gold patina covers both sides of this Choice AU specimen, and luster resides in the protected areas. The design elements are well defined, and each side reveals just a few minor surface and rim marks.(Registry values: N2998)

2767

1891-CC $20 AU58 PCGS. This is a scarce Carson City double eagle issue that has a low mintage of just 5,000 coins. Only the 1870-CC had an even lower production, at 3,789 pieces, among all CC-mint twenties. According to Garrett and Guth: "Although the mintage is very low, an unknown number of coins was shipped overseas. In recent years small groups of the date have surfaced from time to time." This near-Mint representative retains nearly full mint luster and appears to be Uncirculated, at first glance. Just a trace amount of wear is detected on some of Liberty's hair detail with the aid of a magnifier. Boldly struck with a rich frosty sheen and few marks on either side. Population: 20 in 58, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2768

1893-CC $20 MS63 NGC. The 1893-CC double eagle represents the final year of coinage production at the Carson City Mint, and it is often the date of choice to represent the Type Three design in type collections. Just 18,402 pieces were coined in 1893, and few have survived in Mint State. NGC and PCGS have each certified nearly 20 examples at the Select Mint State grade level, but only one piece has been given a higher numerical grade (an NGC coin certified at MS64). The surfaces have satiny honey-gold luster with splashes of pale rose toning. Census: 19 in 63, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2769

1895 $20 MS65 PCGS. Due to the generous mintage of more than 1.1 million examples and the subsequent exportation and repatriation of many examples, today the 1895 double eagle is a common date up to the lower reaches of Mint State, generally MS62-MS63 or so at best. Examples in Choice or Gem condition, such as the present piece, are extremely elusive. This example is well-deserving of the grade, with gorgeous original skin, orange-gold patina on both sides complementing tinges of greenish-gold near the rims. Abundant luster, a bold strike, and few mentionable abrasions complete the package. Population: 2 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Liberty Double Eagles

2770

1884 $20 PR53 NGC. Like the other proof-only issues in the Liberty double eagle series, the 1884 enjoys immense popularity that overwhelms today's limited supply. Garrett and Guth, in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins, suggest that "there are only 15 to 20 specimens in private hands." Though the present example shows slight impairment, most likely from time spent in circulation, the coin retains glimpses of the green-gold mirrors that suggest its former glory, as well as the bold design definition that reinforces its proof status. Scattered contact marks and modest wear contribute to the grade.(Registry values: P9)

2771

1891 $20 PR67 Ultra Cameo NGC. Shortly after the 52 1891 proof double eagles were struck, George Heath, William Jerrems, David Harlowe, J.A. Heckelman, and John Brydon convened with 61 charter members at the Commercial Hotel at the corner of Lake and Dearborn streets in Chicago for the inaugural convention of the American Numismatic Association. The initial membership was scant, but the push for a numismatic organization nationwide was indicative of the growing movement of coin collecting in America. The August 1891 edition of The Numismatist made note of the growing number of collectors: "There are said to be over 20,000 collectors of coins in this country. While we believe this to be much too high an estimate, we will, in the absence of proof to the contrary, accept it."
The suggested number of collectors was likely an exaggeration that included passive collectors of the type to assemble a date set from circulation, but not acquire a premium specimen of any coin directly from the Mint. That would explain the minuscule mintages of proof issues in the latter part of the 19th century; the logic being that the Mint, which was technically a coin dealer by then, would have increased production of proof issues to meet with collector demand.
Fortunately, at least some of the collectors who procured proof coins from the Mint were astute custodians of these numismatic delicacies. The November 1891 edition of The Numismatist provided the new membership with advice on the care of coins: "The less coins and medals are handled, the better; we should avoid allowing anyone unused to handling coins to do so; as damp or sweaty hands start a corrosion on the coins. ... Coin cleaning should never be indulged in except it be absolutely necessary. Many a valuable coin has been ruined by cleaning. More or less injury cannot be avoided in this process." This sage advice--at least partially--accounts for the relatively low attrition rate of 1891 proof twenties, and the exemplary condition of a few of the survivors. Of the 52 pieces struck, Akers estimated in 1982 an extant population of 20 to 25 examples. Writing a quarter of a century later, Garrett and Guth, in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins, suggest the same rate of survival.
The NGC Census Report documents two 1891 proof double eagles at the PR67 Ultra Cameo level, with one piece grading higher (3/09). The finest graded specimen is the PR68 ★ Ultra Cameo coin that Garrett and Guth believe to be pedigreed to the Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection. In fact, Jeff Garrett noted the same coin to be the "finest proof $20 ever seen." That immaculate work of art was sold as part of our 2006 FUN sale, where it realized $299,000.
The current offering is comparable in quality to the Bass coin, as evinced by NGC's lofty grade designation. Although examples do exist in wonderful states of preservation, the fact that only 25 or so pieces exist provides obvious barriers for even the wealthiest of collectors. Of the couple of dozen extant 1891 twenties, only eight coins have been certified above the Gem level by NGC and PCGS combined. As a result, several notable collections contained an inferior example or were lacking one altogether. As a case in point, the Norweb specimen was graded PR50 by the cataloger of that sale in November 1988. Further collecting pressure is caused by the fact that the business strike mintage of 1891 Philadelphia twenties was a staggeringly low 1,390 coins, of which only 100 survivors are believed extant.
Splendid cameo contrast inspires the awe of anyone examining this double eagle. Frosty orange-gold devices seemingly float atop darkly mirrored fields, which display a subtle "orange peel" effect. We cannot find a single flaw worth mentioning, as should always be the case with a Superb Gem proof coin. This memorable specimen is sure to witness feverous bidding activity when it crosses the auction block.(Registry values: P3)

2772

1900 $20 PR65 Cameo NGC. A splendid Gem proof with mirrored fields and frosty devices and legends. The fields display faint raised striations, but these are as produced, created by a Mint worker during the die preparation. The strike is intricate, providing essentially complete design detail. A small strike-through near the inner point of star 12 is as made, caused by a tiny glob of debris on the die during the strike. This strike-through is likely present on certain other 1900 double eagles as well, but future pedigree researchers can identify this specific piece by an obscure thin mark into a denticle between stars 5 and 6.
The date is centered between the bust and the border, with the left edge of the base of the 1 over the center of a dentil. The J within Longacre's initials, found on the neck truncation, is centered over the inside and outside left curves of the 9. The reverse is well executed with only slight unfinished work at the bottom of the spaces between the vertical shield stripes. The reverse star southwest of IN is lightly repunched, although this feature is likely present on the hub.
Since the face value was more than a week's pay for the typical U.S. citizen in 1900, only 124 proofs were struck. Proof mintages of all denominations increased in 1900 over 1899, perhaps partly due to a new design introduced in 1900, the Lafayette dollar. The NGC Census includes just 32 pieces, and is topped by two coins certified as PR67 Cameo. Census: 7 in 65 Cameo, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2773

1901 $20 PR66 Cameo NGC. Though the proof gold issues of the 19th and early 20th centuries are now highly prized, this was not always the case. Consider the words of the cataloger who described the present piece for the second Garrett auction in March 1980:

"Considering how desirable Proof double eagles may appear to a collector today, it is ironic that at one time there was very little interest in them. In 1920, for example, Henry Chapman, the well-known Philadelphia dealer, was retailing brilliant Proof double eagles of the early 20th century for $22 to $24 each, just a nominal amount above face value!"

The cataloger further notes that with retail prices so low and offers to buy even lower, those hard-pressed for funds would be more likely to spend proof double eagles than sell them, further reducing the availability of issues such as the 1901.
This Premium Gem offers outstanding black-and-gold contrast with potent mirrors. When tilted just so under a light, the fields gleam canary-yellow, though the rims show occasional elements of orange and honey. A handful of lint marks appear on each side, the most noticeable one in the lower left obverse field with a slight overlap on Liberty's neck. The cataloger for the Garrett auction noted that "In terms of overall quality, this 1901 Proof is in the very front ranks of extant specimens." A look at contemporary certified population data bears this out. Census: 4 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

2774

1903 $20 PR63 Cameo PCGS. Garrett and Guth offer a capsule-view of this issue in their Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins: "The mintage for the Proof 1903 double eagle is the highest for the type. Of the 158 coins struck, it is probable that 40 to 50 coins have survived. Most of the Proof 1903 double eagles seen have very little if any cameo surfaces." Yet this example, like the one in the Smithsonian, is significantly contrasted if not heavily frosted on the well-defined devices. Minor hairlines and occasional hazy elements are visible on the deep yellow-gold fields. Population: 5 in 63 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

High Relief Double Eagles

2775

1907 $20 High Relief, Wire Rim MS63 PCGS. Warm yellow-gold and sun-gold shadings invigorate this Select piece. The strike is powerful as always, with a prominent wire rim around nearly all of the obverse. Slight contact is visible at Liberty's knee, not uncommon for the High Relief issue, though it does partly account for the grade. The Saint-Gaudens design for the double eagle has received an uncommon level of praise from both collectors and the general public, with sustained acclaim lasting more than a century, and this Select survivor offers an attractive opportunity to own an example of the much-loved design as it was seen for the first time outside government channels.(Registry values: N4719)

2776

1907 $20 High Relief, Wire Rim MS64 PCGS. In November 2007 this famed double eagle issue attained the century mark, a century of near-universal acclaim for its inherent artistry and beauty. Their existence is attributable to Theodore Roosevelt, whose remarkable force of will was noted by none other than Saint-Gaudens himself. In a May 29, 1906 letter to the president that is quoted by Breen, the artist wrote: "If you succeed in getting the best of the polite Mr. Barber...or the others in charge, you will have done a greater work than putting through the Panama Canal."
Further acclaim was more recently forthcoming from the U.S. Mint, which issued a tribute 2009 Ultra High Relief in a smaller, thick "piedfort" size that is now in the early stages of ordering, shipping, and market assimilation.
A knifelike fin encircles much of the obverse and part of the reverse of this attractive near-Gem 1907 High Relief. The concave yellow-gold surfaces glow beneath a hint of haze, and the devices are as crisp as one would expect for a coin struck as many times, though the wing tips and tail are a trifle soft. Modest grazes and a single abrasion on Liberty's right (facing) shin limit the grade, but not the immense eye appeal.(Registry values: N7079)

2777

1907 $20 High Relief, Flat Rim MS62 PCGS. A thin "fin," or so-called Wire Rim that characterized the earlier High Relief double eagles of 1907, was perceived by Mint officials to be a striking deficiency. According to numismatic researcher and author Roger Burdette, the milling procedure and planchet size for the double eagle blanks were slightly modified in mid-December to correct this small flaw. The result was the so-called Flat Rim. It is noteworthy that Wire Rim pieces do not necessarily have a complete wire rim, and conversely Flat Rim pieces might show traces of a localized wire rim.
Rich yellow-gold surfaces on this MS62 Flat Rim specimen exhibit the characteristic bold relief, where the Liberty and eagle motifs appear in stark contrast to the fields. Sharp definition is especially visible on the fingers of both hands, Liberty's face and toes, and the eagle's plumage. Some minute contact marks and luster grazes are noted, particularly on the obverse.(Registry values: N4719)

Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles

2778

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS67 PCGS. The Saint-Gaudens double eagles can be divided into five different types, from the Extremely High Relief coins of 1907 to the 48 star obverse coins struck from 1912 to 1933. After the different High Relief pieces were coined, the Mint began production of the reduced relief No Motto pieces that were coined in 1907 and 1908. The date on these pieces was also changed from Roman numerals to Arabic numerals; from MCMVII to 1907. There are actually only three issues of the No Motto type, the others dated 1908 and struck in Philadelphia and Denver.
This No Motto example has fully brilliant and frosty yellow-gold luster with hints of orange and pale olive color. The obverse has a tiny blemish just left of the branch stem, an easily visible pedigree marker. There are few other flaws of any type on either side. It is also a sharply struck piece with full facial details and full finger details on both hands. Population: 11 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

2779

1909 $20 MS66 PCGS. The 1909 Saint-Gaudens double eagle is a conditionally scarce issue that was not fully recognized as such for many years. This scarcity was modified somewhat by the discovery of a hoard of several hundred pieces in the early 1980s. That hoard made lower grade Uncirculated coins available, but Choice Uncirculated and finer examples remain elusive. The total mintage of the 1909 was a mere 161,282 pieces. This mintage figure was apparently almost equally divided between examples of the 1909/8 overdate variety and coins struck from "perfect" dies, like the currently offered Premium Gem. Thus, the mintage of the 1909 non-overdate issue should perhaps be reported as (approximately) 80,000 coins.
The devices are sharply struck throughout, and the variegated peach and orange-gold coloration is also imbued with tinges of pale green. Each side is awash in softly frosted luster. Rarely are these large gold coins found with such minimally marked surfaces. This specimen is individually identifiable by three minuscule abrasions in the right obverse field, below Liberty's arm. Other than a nick in the lower left obverse field, and slight stacking friction on the upper half of the sun, no other potential pedigree markers are observed on either side. The combined NGC and PCGS population figures show a total of 10 pieces graded at MS66 (some of these are likely resubmissions), and, significantly, none are certified any finer at either service (3/09).(Registry values: N10218)

2780

1909/8 $20 MS65 PCGS. So far as is known, 1909 was the only year that an overdate was produced in the Saint-Gaudens series of double eagles. Numismatic author Roger Burdette suggests the genesis of this error by noting that working dies for the next calendar year were usually made from October through December of the previous year so that a supply would be ready on January 2. With current-year and next-year hubs in the engraving department, there was ample opportunity for mistakes. Burdette states: "Sometime in late 1908 the die sinkers prepared working dies in the usual manner. This required several strikes (more like 'squeezes') from a hydraulic press of the working hub (relief image) to produce a complete working die (incuse image). This process occurred over several days, and for a coin the diameter of a double eagle, may have required a total of four or more strikes to complete a single working die. Evidently, one of the die sinkers accidentally got his hands on a 1908 hub and used that to make some of the impressions. He then switched back to the correct 1909 hub and completed the working die."
Burdette goes on to say: "The finished obverse die ... was used and finally discarded. Apparently no one in the coining department realized that a 1909/8 overdate had been created. If they did, no action to condemn the coins was taken."
The 1909/8 represents a considerable challenge above MS63, but the current Gem specimen rises to the occasion. It displays lovely apricot-gold color with tints of light green. The luster has a pleasing soft, frosty texture that is common to many Philadelphia coins of this era. While the typical 1909/8 exhibits a general flatness on the obverse, this coin is strongly impressed, as illustrated by excellent definition on Liberty's head, fingers, and toes, and on the Capitol building. The few light contact marks that do occur are well within the parameters of the MS65 grade designation. A highly attractive piece that is sure to delight. Population: 14 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2781

1913-S $20 MS65 PCGS. CAC. Along with the 1908-S and 1930-S, the 1913-S is one of three San Francisco Saint-Gaudens double eagle issues to have a five-figure mintage. Most scholars of the series consider this to be a heavily saved date, rated by the proportion of survivors to original mintage, and examples are available for a price through MS64. At the Gem level, however, the 1913-S becomes a condition rarity. This beauty, housed in a green label holder, has warmly lustrous yellow-orange surfaces that are carefully preserved. Only a hint of the issue's usual striking softness is present. Population: 20 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2782

1925-S $20 MS63 PCGS. The 1925-S double eagle demonstrates amply why the original mintages in this widely collected series have nothing to do with their ultimate rarity. Despite an original mintage approaching 4 million pieces, the issue is elusive in MS63 or finer grades. In his Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins, Q. David Bowers comments, "The 1925-S is a sleeper. The large mintage belies the rarity of this coin. The population of 1925-S double eagles is about evenly divided between high grade worn pieces and lower level Mint State examples, although some notable gems exist, some of which appeared on the market in the late 1980s."
One of the many wonderful attributes of the Garrett-Guth Gold Encyclopedia (this is not a commercial, but every serious gold collector/investor owes it to him/herself to acquire a copy) is the auction analysis from 1991 through 2005 for every gold issue. During that time, according to the authors, 126 pieces of the 1925-S changed hands, with an average grade of 57.8. The population summary shows 513 pieces graded (between NGC, PCGS, and ANACS), with an average grade of 59.8.
The current example, graded MS63 by PCGS, shows a population of 75 pieces, with 26 finer, while NGC shows 34 MS63 examples, with 14 coins graded finer (9/06). This specimen offers fine-grained, mattelike surfaces that are delectably colored in intense hues of orange-gold. Excellent luster radiates from each side, and this coin shows little of the strike weakness that sometime afflicts this issue near the lower obverse border. The strike is a bit blunt on Liberty's head, however, and a few light abrasions on her right (facing) leg and well hidden in other places confirm the grade. Two fine, light die cracks are seen on the reverse, both running through the eagle's head. This is an extremely appealing coin, one that would cost a great deal more at the next Uncirculated level.(Registry values: N4719)

2783

1926-D $20 MS63 PCGS. Most of the 481,000-piece mintage of 1926-D double eagles was melted in the 1930s. The few survivors were found overseas, or were held back by a few wealthy collectors. The PCGS/NGC population reports show only about 270 pieces in all grades.
Bright luster exudes from both sides of this Select offering, each of which displays an attractive medley of peach-gold, lime-green, ice-blue, and lilac patina. A well directed strike brings out sharp definition on the design features, except for softness on the Capitol dome. Minute contact marks account for the grade. Population: 49 in 63, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2784

1926-S $20 MS65 PCGS. More than 2 million Saint-Gaudens double eagles were coined at the San Francisco Mint in 1926, but the issue is far from common today. Most of the imposing mintage was obliterated in the Gold Recall of the 1930s. The issue was considered ultra-rare in the 1940s, as evidenced by the lot description of an example in the World's Greatest Collection (Numismatic Gallery, 1/1946), lot 1029. The lot is plated and reads,"Uncirculated. One of the rarest of United States coins, this double eagle should take off on a record breaking spree. It is our opinion that the selling price will exceed $1,000.00." Abe Kosoff and company were right-on with their estimate, as the lot realized $1,100. In later years, some coins were repatriated from European holdings, and today David Akers rates the issue as the 19th rarest date in the 55 coin series. Most coins seen are in lower Mint State grades, and Q. David Bowers opines, "True Gems are very rare."
The present coin is a delightful specimen, with phenomenal color and mint luster. Deeply variegated shades of rose and lilac highlight the surfaces of both sides. The considerable visual appeal is augmented by a sharp strike. Population: 27 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2785

1927-S $20 MS62 PCGS. With an original mintage of 3.1 million pieces, one would expect the 1927-S Saint-Gaudens double eagle to be a common date today. Instead, David Akers considers the date the 10th rarest issue in the 55-coin series. The mass melting that overtook most of the later-date Saints in the melts of the 1930s hit this issue especially hard. Literally millions of 1927-S double eagles must have been melted. Experts doubt more than 450-500 examples of this date are extant in all grades. Mint State specimens are extremely elusive. As Q. David Bowers states, "The ownership of a fine 1927-S is a badge of accomplishment."
The coin offered here, though not a Gem, is a pleasing example of this challenging date. The coin is sharply struck with even orange-gold color. A singular notable mark at 3 o'clock on the obverse defines the grade. Population: 37 in 62, 33 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2786

1927-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Although Mint records show over 3.1 million double eagles produced at San Francisco in 1927, that figure is utterly disconnected from the numismatic reality of today. While the 1927-S is not of the supreme rarity that characterizes its Denver counterpart, it is nonetheless highly prized and elusive. As Garrett and Guth recount: "This tremendous mintage did little to provide coins for future collectors. Virtually the entire mintage was destroyed in the 1930s, leaving just a few hundred around today for collectors to fight over."
Interestingly for an issue that saw little circulation, the 1927-S appears frequently in worn grades, as shown by the NGC Census Report and the PCGS Population Report. In fact, the mean grade for the combined certified population is a mere 59.9, which puts virtually any Mint State coin, including the present MS62 piece, ahead of the curve.
Deep sun-gold shadings prevail on this desirable and satiny 1927-S twenty, though a hint of orange is present on the reverse. It is well struck overall, though the edges show a degree of the usual beveling and the peripheral stars are a trifle soft. A number of wispy abrasions are present in the fields and a handful of small digs appear on the central devices, yet the overall eye appeal is far better than the MS62 grade might suggest. An excellent candidate for most double eagle cabinets, even one that has mainly Select or better pieces. Population: 37 in 62, 33 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2787

1929 $20 MS63 NGC. The 1929 double eagle (1,179,750 pieces), along with all of the issues from this date forward, is challenging to acquire in any grade. Most examples are noticeably abraded, leading David Akers (2008) to say: "Exceptionally well preserved 1929 Double Eagles are few and very far between."
This Select specimen displays ebullient mint luster. A well executed strike imparts sharp definition to the design elements, including the panes on the Capitol building, Liberty's fingers and toes, and the eagle's plumage. A few minute contacts concealed within the eagle's feathers barely preclude the next highest grade.(Registry values: N4719)

2788

1929 $20 MS66 PCGS. Various experts have different opinions regarding the number of 1929 double eagles that still exist. While the original mintage was 1,779,750 coins, most remained in the hands of the Treasury and were melted after gold was recalled in 1933. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth wrote: "The last readily obtainable Saint-Gaudens double eagle is the 1928 issue. Beginning with the 1929 double eagle and continuing through the 1933 issue, any collector who undertakes obtaining these issues does so with extreme care and financial fortitude. As seen on earlier mintmarked issues, the 1929 double eagle was summarily rounded up and melted down in the 1930s. Few examples of this issue had left the country at this time, as the world economies sunk into a deepening depression, which started in mid-1929 with contracting trade and was loudly announced by the American stock market crash on October 29, 1929." Expert opinions vary regarding the number of surviving pieces, ranging from 60 to 1,750. Only 314 pieces have been certified by NGC and PCGS (3/09), however, suggesting that the estimate that 1,750 coins still exist is unrealistically high.
What is not open to debate is the number of coins that survive in Gem or finer grades. For example, PCGS has certified just 22 pieces in MS65 and five more in MS66, for a total of 27 coins. At the same time, NGC has graded exactly four Gem MS65 grade coins and only one MS66 piece.
As we wrote in our Phillip Morse catalog (11/2005): "The astute collector, with patience and the concomitant finances, should be able to acquire a better Mint State 1929. Furthermore, such a coin is likely to exude considerable eye appeal. According to Akers (1988) and Bowers, the typical 1929 is nearly always very sharply struck, is fully frosty, and very lustrous. Most specimens are a medium to rich greenish-gold or yellow-gold color, sometimes with faint rose or orange overtones." This Premium Gem seems to match the description from our Morse catalog in terms of individual appearance with extremely sharp design elements, highly lustrous and fully brilliant frosty surfaces, and exceptional yellow-gold color. It is also finer than either of the Morse coins, which graded MS65 and MS64.(Registry values: N1)

Commemorative Gold

2789

1905 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS66 PCGS. The official mintages of the 1904 and 1905 Lewis and Clark commemorative gold dollars are similar, at 10,025 and 10,041 pieces, respectively. These numbers actually represent net distributions, however, as both issues were originally produced in significantly higher quantities: 25,028 coins for the 1904, and 35,041 examples of the 1905. About 15,003 of the 1904s were melted as unsold, and roughly 25,000 of the 1905s suffered the same fate (Bowers, 2008).
This Premium Gem is sharply struck, and the unmarked surfaces display dazzling mint luster. It is a great example of this popular, early gold commemorative type. Population: 69 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

2790

1905 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS66 Prooflike NGC. This recently certified representative is the finest Prooflike example NGC has certified by two grade points, and that service has certified only three numerically finer non-Prooflike pieces (3/09). Such figures attest to the high-grade condition rarity that has made this "two-headed" issue a collector favorite for decades. This sharply struck Premium Gem offers gleaming surfaces with pale straw-gold centers that yield to lemon-gold and butter-yellow close to the rims. The portraits and mirrors are equally well-preserved. A captivating coin that will be a singular trophy in the winning bidder's commemorative collection.

Proof Commemorative Gold

2791

1903 G$1 McKinley PR65 Cameo PCGS. As with the Columbian half dollars, the first classic silver commemoratives, the first classic gold commemoratives, the Louisiana Purchase gold dollars with both Jefferson and McKinley obverses also had a limited quantity of proofs struck, 100 of each design, for distribution to selected recipients. This Cameo Gem survivor of the latter design has unusually bold honey-gold mirrors and shining, frosted devices. Both preservation and eye appeal offer undeniable excellence. A great opportunity for the series enthusiast. Population: 1 in 65 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).

Territorial Gold

2792

(1837-42) $5 A. Bechtler Five Dollar, 134G. 21C. MS60 NGC. K-27, Low R.5. The reverse is rotated ninety degrees from the obverse, as usual. Die breaks extend through LIN in CAROLINA. This green-gold five dollar piece displays prooflike fields and unusually crisp striking detail on all of the design elements. The luster is well above average for this private Southern mint. Faint hairlines and a few wispy contact marks are noted on each side. This is the second finest-known example at NGC, and one of only two certified in Mint State at either of the major services (3/09). Listed on page 359 of the 2009 Guide Book.

2793

(1837-42) $2 1/2 C. Bechtler Quarter Eagle, 64G. 22C. AU53 PCGS. CAC. K-11, R.6. A pleasing survivor from the sixth series of Bechtler coin production, this green-gold example presents very well for a circulated Territorial gold piece. There are minor marks on each side, but none are overly distracting. The devices are well detailed. A rim bruise is noted near 6 o'clock on the lower obverse rim. The die break from the rim at 12 o'clock through the T in BECHTLER is diagnostic for this variety. All Bechtler quarter eagles are in strong demand, and this relatively high grade specimen will be no exception. Listed on page 358 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 53, 10 finer (3/09).

2794

(1837-42) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 134G, With Star MS61 PCGS. CAC. K-20, R.4. Kagin-20 is among the more available Bechtler five dollar varieties, but many survivors are impaired or have laminations. This smooth green-gold piece has an overlay of reddish patina and a few faint marks on each side, but none are worthy of singular mention, even for pedigree purposes. As are all Bechtler fives, K-20 is rare in Mint State. PCGS has certified only three pieces above the AU58 level. A relevant opportunity for the pioneer gold collector. The dies are rotated 90 degrees. Listed on page 359 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 3 in 61, 0 finer (3/09).

2795

1851 $50 LE Humbert Fifty Dollar, 880 Thous. 50 Rev.--Obverse Damage--NCS. AU Details. Lettered Edge, With 50 on Reverse, K-1, High R.6. The Kagin-1 fifty dollar slug is probably the most famous and ultimately desirable of the various Humbert-U.S. Assay Office issues, simply because it was the first and most important of them. (At least, it is the first according to the Breen and Kagin listings.) Famed engraver Charles Cushing Wright engraved the "modular" obverse die with a D and C separated by spaces (for "Dollars" and "Cents"), and Augustus Humbert, also formerly of New York City, a former manufacturer of watchcases and newly appointed U.S. assayer, delivered the obverse and reverse dies to the new Assay Office in January 1851. The reverse die is credited to Humbert (Breen, 1988), although the designs clearly appear to have been a Humbert-Cushing collaboration. Examples are known both with (K-1, K-4) and without (K-2, High R.5) the added 50 valuation on the reverse. It seems likely that the pieces with 50 on the reverse were produced first and then the step of hand-stamping them was eliminated, since the obverse also bore the face value.
For students of the California Gold Rush coinage, Q. David Bowers' A California Gold Rush History is an indispensable (and leviathan) aid to its study. Bowers notes that the production of the K-1 and K-2 octagonal fifty dollar coins required the following manual processes, totaling 13 or 14 separate steps depending on whether the 50 on reverse was included (condensed here):

--The obverse and reverse were stamped from a pair of dies.
--The fineness (880 or 887 [K-4]) was hand-stamped on the obverse from three separate numeral punches.
--The value 50 was stamped on the obverse beside the D ("dollars"), from a single punch.
--In eight separate operations, each of the octagonal edges was stamped with a logotype punch. In no errors were produced, the edge read AUGUSTUS / HUMBERT / UNITED / STATES / ASSAYER / OF GOLD / CALIFORNIA / 1851.
--(Some pieces) The value 50 was hand-stamped on the reverse.

Apparently neither Cushing nor Wright when developing the dies knew the projected fineness or net value of the gold coins they would be called upon to ultimately produce from the dies, and accordingly took the modular approach that would enable any fineness or net value in dollars and cents to be hand-stamped--even though no other coins are known than of the even fifty dollars in value. In essence, the earliest U.S. Assay Office octagonal pieces were merely glorified ingots, and in fact ingots of varying odd denominations and finenesses are well known from various makers and assayers. They also form an important part of Gold Rush numismatic history.
The present example of the K-1 is highly reflective in the central obverse, and although the primitive impressions from the die make grade determination more subjective than usual, this piece does not appear to have significant wear. The noted damage is a small apparent puncture attempt near the top of the eagle's rock, smaller than a BB pellet. There are a couple of minor rim bumps, as usually seen on these heavy coins, but other surface impairments are unimportant, and they pale beside the vast importance of this piece. Of the four varieties identified for the Lettered Edge versions of the Humbert octagonal fifties, only three are collectible, and of those three varieties, K-1 is the most difficult to locate in any condition. In fact, specialists in the field of Territorial gold believe that less than 18 examples of the 1851 K-1 fifty exist today. Listed on page 361 of the 2009 Guide Book.

2796

1852 $50 RE Humbert Fifty Dollar, 887 Thous. VF30 PCGS. K-11, R.5. The massive fifty dollar octagonal gold coins or "slugs" of California are highly desirable collectibles today, appealing to any history enthusiast who has ever dreamed of being a part of the Gold Rush that took place 160 years ago. The various surviving Territorial coins and ingots are the closest tangible reminders that we have from the thrilling days when miners hoped to "strike it rich."
This wonderful example has modest wear and light abrasions that clearly show a limited circulation, but the overall surfaces and excellent eye appeal are far above average for one of these large gold pieces. Both sides have desirable greenish-yellow gold. Listed on page 364 of the 2009 Guide Book.

2797

Moffat $16 Ingot AU50 PCGS. K-3, High R.6. The study of Territorial gold coinages also includes a variety of ingots under its umbrella, both those that were used strictly as a means of transportation and those that acquired a different character, being passed as money. Prior to the discovery of the ingots lost in the sinking of the S.S. Central America, all of which were of the former "transportation" variety and too heavy for commerce, the best-known and most collectible (but still very rare!) California gold ingots were the small "monetary" ingots issued by Moffat & Co. in June and July 1849.
Three separate denominations are known for the Moffat & Co. ingots, the smaller two, the $9.43 and $14.25, being unique. The $16.00 ingots, by contrast, must have been produced in quantity; today's estimates of 15 to 20 survivors, possibly more, suggest an original output that was much higher. All survivors show evidence of handling, and thus of circulation, indicating that the pieces were used as money and suggesting why the evenly denominated $16.00 ingots prevailed over their irregular-cents counterparts.
It is also interesting to note that the June-July $16.00 ingots were produced in a denomination roughly equivalent to the Spanish-Latin American eight escudos, whereas the Moffat & Co. Territorial coins struck just months later and dated 1849 adapted American coinage devices and corresponded to American denominations, the eagle and half eagle--perhaps an insight into the evolution of California and the area's rapid four-year shift from Mexican territory to an American state.
The present honey-gold Moffat ingot, slightly trapezoidal in shape, shows light, scattered marks, both from handling and from the casting process. The front face has three horizontal bars, upper and lower bars depressed with the middle one flush with the rest of the face, reading MOFFAT & CO. / 20 3/4 CARAT / $16.00. The first line and the dollar sign on the third line are in relief, while the other characters are incuse. The back face shows a so-called "vacuum mark," artifact of the casting process, to the left, while the right side shows a thin, near-vertical abrasion that serves well as a pedigree marker. A rare and highly desirable California Gold Rush artifact that is sure to delight the winning bidder.
The cataloger extends special thanks to Denis Loring.
Ex: The Chicago Sale (RARCOA, 8/1991), lot 1097.

2798

1849 $5 Mormon Five Dollar AU58 PCGS. K-2, R.5. A group of Mormon soldier-pioneers, who had left a Midwestern settlement to fight on the American side in the Mexican-American War, were part of the first wave of miners during the California Gold Rush, and they were also among the first to leave; as Emily Mullins notes in the November 21, 2005 Coin World article "Mormons Strike Gold!", "... rather than becoming swept up in gold rush fever, the Mormons simply found enough gold to comprise a small fortune and complete [sic] the trip back to the Great Salt Lake Valley."
Much of that gold was in the form of dust, a time-honored but inconvenient method of carrying such precious material, and though measured-out parcels of gold dust served as money for some time, the leaders of the settlement sought the materials and equipment necessary to turn the gold into more convenient coinage. An interesting parallel can be made to the early coinage of the United States; though the devices used in each case were simple, rendered in low relief, and not particularly artistic, they were successful in communicating the ideals of the issuing authority. Both the crowned eye and the clasped hands on the coinages of 1849-1850 are richly evocative of the Mormons' spiritual aims.
Much of the early Mormon coinage was melted down or worn beyond recognition, leaving relatively few survivors even in better circulated grades. The five dollar coin of 1849 is a rarity in any condition, much less near-Mint as the present piece is. Warmly lustrous yellow-gold surfaces show glimpses of orange. Minimally marked with soft detail on the hands, as usual. Listed on page 374 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 4 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).

2799

1860 $5 Mormon Five Dollar MS61 NGC. K-6, High R.5. In 1860, a full decade after the previous issues of Mormon gold, further five-dollar pieces were issued bearing a new design. The obverse has a recumbent lion, date 1860 below, and motto HOLINESS TO THE LORD around, this last in the Deseret alphabet; the reverse shows an eagle behind a beehive, DESERET ASSAY OFFICE PURE GOLD / 5 D. around, all in the Latin alphabet. The 1860 Mormon five dollar pieces are important, not only intrinsically or numismatically but also culturally, since they are among the few 19th century appearances of the Deseret alphabet surviving to the present day.
As was the case in 1849 and 1850, there was considerable mistrust of the Mormon coinage in 1860. Donald Kagin's Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States reprints an order posted at Camp Floyd in Utah Territory on January 10, 1860, that reads in part:

"... there is a large amount of gold coins--several thousands of dollars, purported to be worth five dollars, commonly called 'Mormon Coin,' about to be put in circulation ... As this coin is understood to be worth only (about) 4 1/2 dollars, the Commanding Officer recommended to the soldiers not to receive it for more than the sum, and better still, not to take it at all."

Today, of course, the Mormon five dollar pieces of 1860 are highly desirable members of the Territorial gold family. This orange-gold example is luminous and vibrant, though a number of wispy abrasions and a few deeper marks affect each side. Unusually high-grade for the issue. Listed on page 375 of the 2009 Guide Book.

S.S. Central America Gold Bars

2800

Kellogg & Humbert MS 46.41 Ounce Gold Ingot. Mold KH-03, KH #614. The good reputation of the several assay offices in San Francisco in the 1850s indicated the acceptability of that firm's coins or ingots. While such a statement should be obvious, it took several years and several less-than-reputable assayers to bring an assayer's good reputation to prominence in Gold Rush California. While there were several firms with a good reputation, none were more highly thought of than John Kellogg and Augustus Humbert. Humbert's importance and reputation was reported in the Alta California on October 23, 1855, where he was designated as "a man who has done more than any single person we know of for the state."
Kellogg & Humbert gold bars were commonly used as a store of value and regularly transported to New York and London. One such massive transport was on board the S.S. Central America in the fall of 1857. A hurricane suddenly arose and the ship and all its precious cargo was lost along with many passengers. It was not until 1988 that the shipwreck was located and salvage operations began.
This is a medium-sized ingot among the 743 gold bars that were recovered. It is 42 x 94 mm and 21 mm thick. The top side reads: No 614 / Kellogg & Humbert imprint / 46.41 oz / 871 FINE / $835.62. The individual ingot number is repeated at the top of the back side. A few small areas of rust staining are seen on the back side also as well as on the assay cuts on the two opposing corners. The surfaces are otherwise bright yellow-gold with a few tiny voids from gas bubbles from the pour, and a larger indent from the pour seen over the 41 of the weight.
Also included is a replica wooden strong box for the ingot with Kellogg & Humbert burned into the lid. A lock and two keys assure the security of the box.
From The Oro Valley Collection.

Patterns

2801

1838 P50C Seated Liberty Half Dollar, Judd-79a, Pollock-86, R.7, PR66 NGC. The obverse has the Seated Liberty design, close to that adopted for circulation strikes, with Judd's "straight date" and the word LIBERTY incused on the shield. The reverse shows Gobrecht's Flying Eagle design, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on the upper rim and HALF DOLLAR at the lower margin. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. This gorgeous Premium Gem offers deep violet, claret, and gold patina across each side. Strong mirrors and excellent preservation contribute to the bountiful eye appeal. A fantastic survivor from this extremely rare and undeniably desirable earlier pattern issue. Census: 3 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

2802

1839 P50C Seated Liberty Half Dollar, Judd-102 Restrike, Pollock-113, High R.7, PR63 PCGS. The obverse is struck from the regular With Drapery half dollar dies. The reverse is identical to the Flying Eagle reverse used to strike 1838-dated pattern half dollars with an eagle flying left, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the upper periphery, and HALF DOLLAR on the lower portion. The well executed dies were obviously engraved by Christian Gobrecht. Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
This is a restrike or "fancy piece" made in the 1870s for sale to collectors. Both dies are rusted, especially the obverse, and the reverse die is heavily broken. About a half-dozen pieces are believed to exist. This pattern should be of interest as a peripheral item for the Gobrecht specialist. The fields are brilliant throughout and nicely mirrored, and there is even a slight bit of cameo contrast evident on each side from the light frost on the devices.
Ex: Virgil Brand; Dr. Hewitt Judd; 1966 ANA Sale (Abe Kosoff, 8/1966), lot 122; Lester Merkin (2/1971), lot 861; Harry Bass (Bowers and Merena, 5/1999), lot 1159; Tangible Assets; Frank O. Fredericks Collection (Heritage, 1/2004), lot 2250.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2803

1839 P50C Seated Liberty Half Dollar, Judd-102 Restrike, Pollock-113, High R.7, PR63 NGC. The obverse is struck from the regular With Drapery half dollar dies. The reverse is identical to the "Flying Eagle" reverse used to strike 1838 dated pattern half dollars with an eagle flying left, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the upper periphery, HALF DOLLAR on the lower portion. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Green-gold and blue shadings drape modestly hairlined surfaces. This 1870s-era restrike was made in medal turn from rusted dies, the reverse die also showing prominent cracks. An extremely rare variety that should inspire spirited bidding among pattern enthusiasts. Census: 1 in 63, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

2804

1851 DT$1 Dollar, Judd-132 Restrike, Pollock-159, Low R.7, PR63 Brown PCGS. CAC. Both obverse and reverse dies feature the designs used to coin the 1851 silver dollar restrikes. The obverse can be distinguished from the original 1851 dies because the date is centered on the restrikes. On the original dies the date is slanted upward. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. The 10th edition of the Judd book states "Restrikes, possibly from a newly created obverse die, after the spring of 1859." This, of course, makes these pieces one more of Mint Director James Ross Snowden's "delicacies" struck as trade bait for collectors of that era. The surfaces are lightly hairlined, and have since retoned a lovely olive-brown color. When closely examined, the surfaces show a few light contact marks that account for the grade. Still, a rare example of one of the most famous dates in the Seated dollar series.

2805

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-191, Pollock-233, R.5, PR65 Cameo NGC. The obverse is the regular Flying Eagle cent of 1858, but the reverse is that of 1859, the Laurel Wreath reverse, rather than the heavier wreath of corn, wheat, cotton, and tobacco that appears on the 1858 regular issue. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. This pattern issue was struck in two types, both lumped together in Judd as number 191, but given separate numbers in Andrew W. Pollock III's United States Patterns and Related Issues. Pollock-233 (as here) shows five-leaf clusters on the reverse, while Pollock-234, considerably rarer, shows clusters of six leaves.
This pretty Gem Cameo coin displays well-struck, distraction-free pinkish-tan surfaces on each side, with excellent eye appeal and noticeable field-device contrast. Like so many pieces in this remarkable collection, the piece was obviously purchased with an eye toward quality. Census: 7 in 65 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

2806

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-199, Pollock-230, High R.7, PR64 PCGS. This extremely rare pattern features the standard Flying Eagle, Large Letters obverse design, combined with a reverse that showcases a large ornamental shield and oak wreath. Struck on a broad copper-nickel planchet, with a plain edge. USPatterns.com estimates fewer than half a dozen examples of Judd-199 are extant.
Beautiful copper-gold color dominates both sides of this near-Gem, joined by splashes of crimson and sky-blue on the obverse. Reflective fields highlight the motifs, irrespective of the angle of observation. A well executed strike imparts uniformly crisp definition to the design elements, enhancing the coin's overall eye appeal. The surfaces are well cared for, devoid of significant contacts or spots. A minor rim defect on the lower left obverse is the only mentionable blemish we can find. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 1 in 64, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Crouch Collection (Superior, 6/1977), lot 42; William Sieck Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, 7/1981), lot 9; Anaheim Auction (Bowers and Merena, 5/2006), lot 1421.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

2807

1859 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-242, Pollock-298, R.5, PR64 Brown NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. Referred to as Longacre's "French Liberty Head" design. A Romanesque bust of Liberty faces right, with a crown of intertwined oak and vine leaves. Around her neck is a scroll inscribed with the word LIBERTY. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA fills the peripheral fields with the date below. An ornate wreath of cotton, tobacco, sugar cane, corn, wheat, and oak leaves dominates the reverse, with 50 CENTS enclosed in two lines. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
The USPatterns.com website opines that more than 30 Judd-242 patterns are believed extant in all grades. With approximately 20 auction appearances during the past 15 years and a combined NGC and PCGS population of 35 pieces (3/09), the USPatterns.com estimate appears to be accurate. Bold chestnut coloration adorns this well struck near-Gem proof pattern. Areas of darker toning are observed on both sides, although more so in the right obverse field.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

2808

1860 E50C Half Dollar, Judd-269, Pollock-317, R.8--Scratched, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Obverse and reverse are both struck from regular dies. However, the edge shows indistinct lettering. The Judd reference states these pieces were most likely part of the Barclay experiments. Barclay was responsible for anti-counterfeiting measures, and in a letter to the Secretary of the Treasury dated August 23, 1860, Dr. R.E. Rogers and Professor Henry Vethake recommended Barclay's plans:

"The appropriation which would be demanded for this, considerable as it might be deemed, would, we feel assured, be utterly insignificant in amount compared with the vast pecuniary and moral benefits which the proposed reforms would confer on the country."

Barclay's plans were not put in place, however, and the Civil War intervened, causing his plans to be permanently shelved. There are, however, three half dollars known that are a result of his coinage experiments. One is in the Connecticut State Library, the second was formerly in the Judd Collection and is part of the Queller Collection (this piece), and the third was also a part of the Queller Collection (sold in January).
All three of the Barclay half dollars were defaced with chisel marks. The surfaces of this coin show the bright evidence of cleaning. The NCS disclaimer also states "Scratched" and pinscratching is evident to the left of the eagle's left (facing) wing. A rare opportunity to acquire this experimental piece.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

2809

1861 $5 Five Dollar, Judd-283, Pollock-336, Low R.7, PR65 Red and Brown NGC. This rarely seen five dollar pattern is a large-diameter coin with the Longacre design from 1860: Liberty facing right, wearing a Phyrgian cap, three stars above the forehead, date below. The reverse is also from a Longacre design and shows a spread-winged eagle. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. The lettering appears to have been done by Anthony Paquet. Interestingly, the V in FIVE on the lower reverse is an inverted A--seen here with no attempt made to polish away the crossbar of the A. These pieces are known on both thin and thick planchets. This is a thin planchet piece.
These patterns were proposed as an anticounterfeiting measure; by making the diameter of the coin larger the thickness would be reduced, thereby making it more difficult to drill out the interior of the coin and fill it with a metal other than gold. This piece retains most of the original red mint luster with occasional dabs of blue-brown in the fields. A few small carbon spots are also seen on each side. This is the first example we have offered of this rare pattern in at least 15 years.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2810

1865 $1 Dollar, Judd-434, Pollock-507, Low R.7, PR63 PCGS. The obverse die features the standard Seated Liberty motif used on regular-issue dollars from 1865. The reverse die consists of the familiar perched eagle design also used on circulation strikes and proofs from 1865, with the addition of a scroll above the eagle's head with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The With Motto reverse die is the same physical die that appears on regular issue Seated dollars struck from 1866 to 1870. A faint die line begins beneath the right serif of the N of IN, and passes through the G and O of GOD to the lower ribbon border beneath the D.
The USPatterns.com website states "It is important to note that two different reverses were used to strike these and two different obverse die states, one with rust by the 9th star exists, which makes it more likely that at least some of these are, in fact, 1865 products." This piece shows no die rust in the vicinity of star 9, thus making this coin a possible product from 1865. The fields are nicely mirrored, and while the surfaces are mostly brilliant there is still a significant presence of hazy gray, lilac, and golden patina over each side.

2811

1872 $20 Amazonian Twenty Dollar, Judd-1252, Pollock-1394, R.8, PR66 NGC. William Barber's "Amazonian Gold" design has a bust of Liberty facing left, with hair flowing behind the head and below the bust truncation, wearing a Phrygian cap inscribed LIBERTY. There are 13 stars along the border, and the date is below the bust. The reverse is similar to the Amazonian silver design with an eagle, wings spread, grasping three arrows in its right claw, its left leg raised to support a shield. A ribbon crosses the shield with the inscription IN GOD WE TRUST. Around is the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, and below is the denomination TEN DOL. Struck in aluminum with a reeded edge.
The Amazonian design is one of the most desirable patterns ever produced by the U.S. Mint. When encountered, this design is usually seen in copper, with about a dozen pieces known, several of which are gilt. One complete set from gold dollar to double eagle is known in gold. The aluminum examples are only a bit less rare, with a mere two pieces confirmed. This extraordinarily rare pattern was one of the few pieces missing from the Lemus Collection, although a gilt example was present.
The surfaces of this piece are bright and undimmed by the passage of the years. The fields show noticeable striations from the die having been polished prior to striking. It is obvious the die was polished rather than the planchet, as portions of the vertical shield lines display brightness, as in the surrounding field. The design is fully struck throughout. The devices are noticeably frosted and present a strong (although unacknowledged) cameo contrast on each side. A rare opportunity for the pattern collector.
Ex: Gaston DiBello Collection (Stack's, 5/1970), lot 509; Terrell Collection (American Auction Association, 5/1973), lot 630; William R. "Rudy" Sieck Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, 7/1981), lot 358.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2812

1874 $10 Bickford Eagle, Judd-1374, Pollock-1519, R.6, PR64 Red NGC. The obverse depicts a bust of Liberty facing left with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA above and the date below. Liberty wears a diadem inscribed with the word LIBERTY and ornamented with six stars. The weight 16.72 GRAMS, the standard of the metal 900 FINE, and the word UBIQUE are centered on the reverse. Around the periphery is the U.S. denomination DOLLARS 10 and the following international equivalents: STERLING £2.1.1; MARKEN 41.99; KRONEN 37.31; GULDEN 20.73; and FRANCS 51.81. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
The word UBIQUE (Latin for "everywhere") on the reverse alludes to the objective of these coins, an international coinage system that would be accepted everywhere. The world was not ready for such an international monetary system in 1874. In fact, the euro was not used until 10 years ago as an accounting measure throughout most of Europe, with physical coins and banknotes entering circulation in 2002. Dana Bickford also incorporated an anticounterfeiting device on these pieces by enlarging the diameter of the coin and reducing the thickness, thereby making it more difficult to drill out the gold coin and replace it with a lesser-valued metal (such as platinum).
Probably a dozen or so copper pieces are known today, but several have been gilt. Full Red examples, such as this, are rarely encountered. Both sides are bright orange-red with no mellowing. Small, scattered carbon spots keep this impressive pattern in the PR64 category.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2813

1875 20C Twenty Cents, Judd-1413, Pollock-1556, High R.7, PR65 Cameo NGC. The obverse is similar to the regular Seated Liberty twenty cent piece, but the date is smaller and LIBERTY is incuse on the shield, rather than raised. The reverse is also similar to the adopted design, but the end leaves of the olive sprig overlap, and there are several other minor variations. Struck in aluminum with a plain edge. The same dies struck patterns in three different metals, and of the three very rare or extremely rare variants, the Judd-1413 in aluminum is the most elusive of all. This strongly contrasted piece has gleaming mirrors with only faint traces of cloud-white toning, and the aluminum frost on the devices is strong. A gorgeous survivor with bold eye appeal.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

2814

1879 25C Morgan Quarter Dollar, Judd-1593, Pollock-1787, Low R.7, PR67 ★ NGC. Easily called a "Morgan quarter," the obverse shows the familiar George Morgan Liberty Head design with peripheral inscriptions arranged differently from the silver dollar: two stars, E PLURIBUS, seven stars, UNUM, four stars (total 13), and the date 1879 below. On the reverse a spread-winged eagle holds an olive sprig in its right talon, three arrows in its left. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is at the upper rim, with QUARTER DOLLAR at the lower rim. IN GOD WE TRUST is awkwardly squeezed in on three sides of the eagle. Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
This is a splendid example of this popular design that is known in four denominations and in copper and silver variants. The fields are deeply reflective, which is immediately apparent even through the significant toning over each side. Most of each side is covered in rich turquoise patina, with pale yellow and rose color around the margins. The Star designation is certainly deserved on this upper-end coin.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2815

1879 $1 Schoolgirl Dollar, Judd-1609, Pollock-1805, Low R.7, PR63 Red Cameo NGC. The aptly named Schoolgirl dollar pattern is credited to George T. Morgan, designer of the eponymous circulating silver dollars that were roundly condemned at the time of their issue. Casting around for more pleasing designs that were never adopted, Morgan developed this delightful portrait of a young, fresh-faced Liberty. Her hair is tied back with a ribbon, and long waves flow down onto her neckline. She wears a delicate pearl or beaded necklace. The bust truncates in a sharp point. A headband with incused LIBERTY is midway back into her hair. E PLURIBUS is at the left obverse margin with UNUM at the right, with seven stars at the top separating them. The date 1879 is below the bust, with two more to the left and four to the right, for a total of 13. The reverse features the so-called Defiant Eagle design that would later reappear on the rush-job 1915-S Panama-Pacific quarter eagles.
Here, however, the much larger available canvas allows the painter to add detail and vigor: The eagle truly appears about to take flight, and olive branches and arrows flank him on either side. A small plaque underneath his claws reads IN GOD / WE TRUST, and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DOLLAR at the rims complete the picture. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
The Schoolgirl dollars are among the most popular of all U.S. pattern designs, along with the Amazonian and Shield Earring types. They were created only three years after George T. Morgan joined the Mint, a more talented engraver than either William Barber or his son Charles. The Schoolgirl dollars were struck only in copper; silver; and either white metal or lead, a single unique specimen sold by Superior in 1977.
Copper examples of this pattern number only about 10 specimens known today, according to USPatterns.com. This piece fully merits the Cameo designation, with intense contrast between the well-mirrored fields and the more-frosty devices. While the technical grade may be accurate (or not), it appears conservative for coin with such commanding eye appeal and remarkable desirability. This example is one of only two pieces given the Red designation at NGC, with the other a phenomenal PR68 Red that we handled in 2001. Five other examples at that service are classified Red and Brown or Brown. PCGS has certified three other Red coins from PR64 to PR67. Numerically, this piece is the equal of the Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection specimen that realized $37,375.
Grade considerations aside, in the long view this piece represents a momentous opportunity to acquire a stunning representative of one of the most famous and beloved U.S. pattern coinage designs.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2816

1879 $4 Coiled Hair Four Dollar, Judd-1639, Pollock-1839, Low R.7, PR65 Gilt NGC. A head of Liberty faces left, her hair coiled in a bun atop her head, this coil held in place by a band inscribed LIBERTY. Around, the inscription * 6 * G * .3 * S * .7 * C * 7 * G * R * A * M * S * and below, the date 1879 is from a curved logotype. The reverse has a single large star that serves as the central motif, inscribed with incuse lettering ONE STELLA 400 CENTS. Around, in small letters, are the mottoes E PLURIBUS UNUM and DEO EST GLORIA. In large letters, around the border, the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA above, and the denomination FOUR DOL. below. Struck in gilt copper with a reeded edge. Weight of 58.7 grains from a prior appearance.
The various four dollar patterns in metals other than gold can be just as elusive or even more so than their mostly-gold counterparts, though non-specialists rarely venture beyond the golden garden wall. In many ways, it is their loss and the enthusiast's gain, since the pattern collector has the opportunity to acquire a wider variety of examples with the same design, often at a lower price than the gold survivors command. In the case of the Judd-1639 Coiled Hair four dollar pattern in copper, with so many of the known specimens gilt, the appearance of such items is virtually indistinguishable from those pieces struck in the high-gold alloy.
This Gem survivor is pleasingly mirrored with strong detail. The yellow-gold fields are smooth overall, though there are a few textured areas, including one just above the right arm of the star, that serve as pedigree markers. Great eye appeal and preservation for this famous and very rare issue.
Ex: Stack's (8/1971), lot 500; RARCOA; Bowers and Merena (8/1987), lot 578.

2817

1880 $4 Flowing Hair Four Dollar, Judd-1658, Pollock-1858, Low R.7, PR64 Brown NGC. On the obverse the head of Liberty, hair flowing down below her neck, faces left, with the inscription (each character separated by stars) 6 G .3 S .7 C 7 G R A M S around the rim. She wears a coronet bearing the word LIBERTY and with a dotlike ornament at the top in her hair; the date 1880 is below. On the reverse (die common to all 1879 and 1880 stellas) a five-pointed star occupies the center, bearing the legend ONE STELLA / 400 CENTS. In an inner circle are E PLURIBUS UNUM and DEO EST GLORIA ("God is glory"), with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and FOUR DOL. around the outer rim. The date is noticeably smaller than on the 1879 stellas, and quite close to the lowest curl and distant from the denticles. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Only recently certified at NGC, this example, like the Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection specimen we offered in January 2009, is among the few nongilt pieces known of this highly elusive copper pattern. USPatterns.com states succinctly, "Many of the copper examples have been gilted." At the time we handled the Lemus Collection specimen, a PR66 Red and Brown, it was the only nongilt example certified at NGC--and now this piece makes two. The current Low R.7 rarity rating is based on gilt and nongilt examples combined. Adding in the three (apparently) nongilt specimens certified at PCGS, we believe that the nongilt specimens separately would rate a High R.7 rating, with likely five pieces known--or less, if duplications are present.
While the 1879 Flowing Hair gold stellas are occasionally offered, the 1880 Flowing Hair and Coiled Hair stellas are all very rare to extremely rare, regardless of the metal in which they were struck. (Besides copper, examples in aluminum are also known.) As such, the present piece represents a remarkable opportunity for some astute pattern aficionado.
The Brown designation seems a bit harsh, as each side shows a noticeable outline of mellowed red around the devices. A number of tiny specks of carbon can be made out with the aid of a loupe, and a thin horizontal scratch on Liberty's cheek can also be faintly discerned with magnification. NGC Census: one in PR64 Brown. Only one other example, PR66 Red and Brown, is certified at NGC. PCGS Population: one PR64 Red, one PR64 Red and Brown, one PR63 Brown (3/09).
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2818

1882 50C Shield Earring Half Dollar, Judd-1700, Pollock-1902, Low R.7, PR65 ★ Cameo NGC. The Shield Earring design of George T. Morgan. A youthful Liberty faces right wearing a band with the usual inscription, the band compressing the back portion of the hair. Liberty wears a shield-shaped earring, with stars six left, seven right, date 1882 below. On the reverse a perched, defiant eagle occupies the center, clutching an olive branch and arrows. The design is reminiscent of the Flying Eagle cent and Gobrecht dollar reverses, although facing right. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and HALF DOLLAR are the peripheral legends. Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
The Shield Earring design is among the top three most popular pattern designs, a trio that also includes the Schoolgirl and Amazonian designs. The Shield Earring was also struck in quarter and silver dollar denominations and in silver and copper. It is believed that 10-12 examples are known today of the Shield Earring quarter in silver. This is an especially vibrant, deeply reflective piece. The centers are pale reddish-brown and surrounded at the margins by cobalt-blue. A couple of thin, Mint-made planchet streaks are seen over the high point of Liberty's cheek. Otherwise, the surfaces are defect-free.
Ex: Thomas Bergin Collection (Stack's, 6/1984), lot 1260.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

2819

1885 $10 Ten Dollar, Judd-1755, Pollock-1968, R.8, PR66 NGC. Struck from regular issue 1885 eagle dies in aluminum with a reeded edge. Examples of the other gold denominations of 1885 are also known in aluminum, likely made for presentation purposes, or perhaps on special order from collectors of the day.
It is thought that the present piece is one of just two known aluminum examples that still exist today, although Andrew Pollock lists three pieces in his pattern reference. This example, which has appeared in three previous Heritage auctions, is from the King of Siam sale (Bowers and Merena, 10/1987, lot 2259), and Auction '88 (Superior, 10/1988, lot 293). Pollock also recorded an example that appeared in the 1976 ANA sale (Stack's, 8/1976, lot 3693), and one that appeared in the King Farouk sale (Sotheby's, 2/1954, lot 2014). The Farouk specimen is likely the same as either this piece or the 1976 ANA coin.
This Premium Gem proof is lightly and irregularly toned in pale tan that is most readily evident over the right reverse. The devices are fully brought up in all areas. It is identifiable by a fully retained mint lamination over star 12. In addition to this coin, NGC has also certified a PR64 Cameo and a PR65 Cameo. Both cameo examples probably represent just one coin. Census: 1 in PR66, none finer (2/09).
Ex: King of Siam Sale (Bowers and Merena, 10/1987), lot 2259; Auction '88 (Superior, 10/1988), lot 293; Heritage (6/2002), lot 7178; Heritage (11/2003), lot 11247; Heritage (1/2004), lot 2264.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

Errors

2820

1921-S $1 Morgan Dollar--Double Struck, Second Strike 90% Off Center--AU58 PCGS. The first strike was normal, but the piece failed to fully eject from the dies, and was struck a second time 90% off center toward 6 o'clock. The second strike is at 6 o'clock relative to the first strike, but the top of the date is apparent, and its status as a 1921-S is confirmed by the minute mintmark and spade-shaped eagle's breast. No additional planchet was fed in between the two strikes. A satiny cream-gray silver dollar with a typical strike and a mere whisper of highpoint friction. Surprisingly lustrous for a near-Mint coin, no doubt due to the unusually strong mint frost usually found on 1921-S dollars.

So-Called Dollars

2821

1826 Erie Canal Completion, HK-1000, R.6. MS64 Uncertified. Silver, 44.4 mm., 29.9 gm. The Erie Canal medal was issued under the authority of the Common Council of the City of New York, which also requested publication of the Memoir included in this lot. The canal was opened on October 26, 1825, with the Seneca Chief making the first canal trip from Buffalo to New York. New York Senator DeWitt Clinton was the driving force behind legislation for the canal, and for that reason it was first known as "Clinton's Folly." However, tolls earned over the first 10 years of operation paid the entire cost.
Only a few edge nicks distract from the pristine surfaces of this iridescent toned piece. Although this medal is graded as a Mint State example, the surfaces are entirely prooflike; most would call it a true proof. The present example is only the fourth silver specimen that we have handled, and only the second one with the original box. It is currently thought that about two dozen of the silver Erie Canal medals still exist, and probably less than 10 of those have the original box.
The original box is extremely important, and almost never encountered. It is made of wood that was carried from Buffalo to New York on the Seneca Chief. Each side of the two-piece circular box has an interior paper label. The paper in the top is imprinted with an eagle on a globe, and "Presented by the City of New York." The paper in the bottom carries the notice that "This box was made of a piece of wood brought from Erie in the first Canal Boat The Seneca Chief." A few cracks in the otherwise exceptional box have been carefully repaired. Duncan Phyfe and Daniel Karr produced the original boxes.
Ex: Presidential Coin and Antique Co., Inc. (6/1994), lot 175.
Colden, Cadwallader D. Memoir, Prepared at the Request of a Committee of the Common Council of the City of New York, and Presented to the Mayor of the City, at the Celebration of the Completion of the New York Canals. Printed by Order of the Corporation of New York. New York: W.A. Davis, 1825 (actual publication in 1826). First Edition. Quarto. v, [3], 408, [2] pp. Gilt, leather spine with marbled paper boards and marbled end papers, the front cover loose, otherwise Very Good with minor foxing and water damage. An original presentation label affixed to the front cover identifies the recipient of this book (and a medal and box) as Major James Davidson, an officer in the Army of the Revolution. The words "New York Line" were blacked out at the time of presentation, indicating that Major James Davidson was from another state.
Complete with all plates, many lithographed by Anthony Imbert, maps, and other inserts, including two colored maps, and eight facsimile letters acknowledging receipt of gold medals. This is one of the earliest examples of lithography in America, and it is extremely important as such.
Tipped in the front is a blank ticket to participate in the canal completion celebration, and an invitation for Major Davidson to dine with members of the Corporation of the City of New York at City Hall on July 4, 1826.
The medal, box, and book were originally presented together to various important individuals. Page 340 of the Memoirs identifies those who were to receive the Class II (silver) medals: The Vice-President of the United States, the heads of the departments of the United States, the governor and lieutenant-governor of New York, the governors of each state, foreign ministers of the United States, former governors and lieutenant-governors of New York, officers of the Revolutionary Army belonging to the New York line, members of the Common Council of New York, and "other distinguished persons by a special vote of the board."
Revolutionary War records list two officers named James Davidson. James Davidson of New York was a regimental quartermaster, and likely not the recipient of this book since it was apparently presented to an officer of another state, as noted above. James Davidson of Pennsylvania was a surgeon with the Fifth Pennsylvania, serving from 1777 to 1783. He died on June 26, 1825, a short time before the books were ready for presentation. If he is the same individual to whom this book was presented, it is reasonable to propose such a connection. Little else is currently known of either individual.
Ex: Old Editions Bookshop, Buffalo, New York (2/26/1991).

Cataloger's note: Our consignor acquired the book, medal, and box at different times and from different sources. It is unlikely that they were all originally presented together.

Session 4

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

2822

1916 50C MS66 PCGS. A fairly even coating of steel-gray toning blankets each side, and lends a fully original appearance. A magnificently preserved Premium Gem with good underlying luster. The strike is bold on Liberty's branch hand and head, and the eagle's often problematic back leg is also crisply rendered. The initial Philadelphia Mint issue of this popular series also has one of the lowest business strike productions of the type. Population: 70 in 66, 4 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (3/2006), lot 1517.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2823

1916 50C MS66 PCGS. The frosty, silver-white surfaces are brilliant and impeccably preserved on this nearly flawless Premium Gem. A bold strike, including a split thumb and good details on the head, complements the immaculate appearance. Those characteristics make this piece a prime candidate for cherrypicking. PCGS has only graded four finer pieces (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1754.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2824

1916 50C MS67 NGC. The 1916 Walking Liberty half dollar is a low mintage (608,000 pieces) first-year type coin. Always in high demand, the issue is quite scarce above the Gem level. NGC has graded only nine coins at the Superb Gem level, with one finer, while PCGS has certified just four examples in MS67, with none finer (3/09). The present coin is a visual treat, sharply struck and attractively toned in shades of green, gray, and lavender.(Registry values: N4719)

2825

1916-D 50C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Appealing silver-blue color overall with green-gold and reddish-orange peripheral elements. This well struck Gem offers great eye appeal for a first-year branch mint Walker.(Registry values: N1793)

2826

1916-D 50C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Well struck for the issue with a degree of definition on Liberty's hand. Dappled pink-gray and silver-blue toning embraces each side of this softly lustrous Gem.(Registry values: N1793)

2827

1916-D 50C MS66 PCGS. A scarce and valuable first-year issue from the Denver Mint. This piece shows slightly better striking characteristics than usually seen. However, what sets it apart is the thick mint frost that swirls around each side and the obviously original light brown and russet toning. Population: 47 in 66, 3 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 2907.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2828

1916-S 50C MS64 PCGS. The 1916-S is one of the most difficult of the Walking Liberty half dollar series in fully struck condition. Liberty's branch hand and head, and the eagle's breast and trailing leg are especially prone to incomplete definition. Liberty's thumb on this near-Gem is sharply defined, and most of the head detail shows. The eagle's breast feathers are also well defined, but those on the trailing leg are incomplete. Attractive satiny luster characterizes both sides, which show hints of light tan color. A few minute, inoffensive handling marks keep the coin from Gem status.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2829

1917 50C MS66 PCGS. A beautiful early Walker that is very clean on both sides. The devices are intricately detailed in all areas (except for the always weak skirt lines) and overall there is a steel-gray cast with some faint peripheral tan coloration. The coin has a fine mattelike texture with generous portions of satiny mint luster. Population: 71 in 66, 2 finer (2/09).
Ex: The Big Tex Registry Set of Walking Liberty Halves (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 2044.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2830

1917-D 50C Obverse MS65 PCGS. Among 1917-D half dollars, those with the mintmark on the obverse are in the minority, struck before the mintmark was moved to a less conspicuous spot at the lower left reverse. The present Gem is immensely lustrous with slightly above-average central detail and smooth, subtly gold-kissed silver-white surfaces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2831

1917-D 50C Reverse MS64 PCGS. Early in 1917, a policy change by the Mint director caused the mintmark on half dollars to be moved from its conspicuous obverse prominence to a more obscure reverse location where it remained for Denver and San Francisco issues until 1947, the final year for the Walking Liberty half dollar. Although more were minted in 1917 with the mintmark on the reverse, few were saved from circulation; hence, the absolute rarity of this piece. This near-Gem is well defined. Only Liberty's skirt lines are less than complete, as usual. The untoned surfaces show the typically granular texture with softly glowing mint frost. The coin is only slightly marked on each side. PCGS has only certified 37 finer (2/09).
Ex: The Big Tex Registry Set of Walking Liberty Halves (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 2047.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2832

1917-S 50C Obverse MS62 NGC. A frosty and lustrous Mint State piece with wispy champagne toning on each side. The obverse mintmark half dollars struck in Denver and San Francisco were only produced in 1916 and early 1917, and they are a necessary part of an advanced design type collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2833

1917-S 50C Reverse MS64 PCGS. Lustrous and well struck, with a bright sheen over essentially brilliant, untoned surfaces. This example displays a few minor contact marks and superficial luster grazes. Despite a hefty mintage, the issue is conditionally scarce at the MS64 grade level, and extremely challenging any finer. PCGS has only certified 44 better ones (2/09).
Ex: The Big Tex Registry Set of Walking Liberty Halves (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 2053.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2834

1918 50C MS66 PCGS. This Premium Gem is highly lustrous and astonishingly well detailed. In fact, it is almost fully struck--a testament to the high production standards of the entire issue. Splashes of terra cotta-gold toning are evident on the lower right obverse, and on the upper right quadrant of the reverse. Surface disturbances are minimal and include a small milling mark in the right obverse field, directly above G in GOD. A conditionally rare and extremely attractive example of this early Walking Liberty issue from the Philadelphia Mint. Population: 7 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2835

1918-D 50C MS64 PCGS. One of the better strikes we have seen on this challenging D-mint issue; Liberty's left thumb and the adjacent branches are sharply delineated, though the gown lines are typically indistinct. Minimally abraded surfaces radiate nice luster with appealing golden-orange accents. This is a welcome addition to a better-grade Mint State set of Walkers. PCGS has seen only 29 specimens finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (2/2006), lot 1400.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2836

1918-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Despite being one of just two pre-1933 half dollar issues with an eight-figure mintage, the 1918-S half dollar becomes conditionally elusive at the near-Gem level and is a borderline rarity any finer. This well-struck Choice piece is strongly lustrous with golden-tan peripheral shadings framing silver-white centers. PCGS has graded 30 finer pieces (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2837

1918-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Eliasberg. This remarkable '18-S is noteworthy for its effulgent luster and for lovely yellow-gold and silver color on the obverse. The reverse shows deeper lilac and purple-rose toning. The surfaces are satiny and remarkably clean with only a couple of small marks noted on each side. The 1918-S half dollar is the ultimate condition rarity of the Walking Liberty series. More than 10 million pieces were produced, but the acquisition of a Gem example can be very challenging. Population: 28 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2838

1919 50C MS65 PCGS. One of several issues with a mintage of under 1 million pieces, the 1919 half dollar is accorded a substantial premium at all Mint State levels, though it does not approach the status of a condition rarity until the MS65 designation. This strongly lustrous Gem is well struck with pleasing crescents of golden peripheral toning. Population: 51 in 65, 23 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2839

1919 50C MS66 PCGS. This Premium Gem offers a solid strike for the issue, particularly on Liberty's often-weak head, combined with smooth and lustrous surfaces. This example has few rivals among the survivors from its six-figure mintage; PCGS has graded a mere five finer representatives (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2840

1920 50C MS64 PCGS. Well-defined for the issue with pleasing detail on the branch hand. Luminous silver-blue and gold color overall with dots of deep green near the margins.(Registry values: N1793)

2841

1920-S 50C MS64 PCGS. This near-Gem has a slightly above-average strike, with Liberty's branch hand showing a modicum of detail. Subtle gold-gray shadings and a few dots of deeper color are visible on each side. Strong eye appeal for this earlier S-mint Walker, which becomes conditionally scarce any finer.(Registry values: N2998)

2842

1921 50C MS63 PCGS. The grandmaster among P-mint Walker half dollars, the 1921 issue has gained much acclaim, thanks in part to a mintage of fewer than a quarter-million pieces. The present Select coin, though softly struck in the centers and modestly abraded, has gorgeous luster with occasional golden tints scattered in the fields. Impressive eye appeal.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2843

1921-S 50C XF40 ANACS. With a low mintage of 548,000 pieces, experts believe the 1921-S Walking Liberty half dollar is the rarest date in the series in Mint State grades. Most examples seen are in the VF-XF range, and a nice XF example is an appropriate choice for a mid-grade collection. The present coin is an attractive specimen, with moderate even wear on the design elements. All important features are still distinguishable, and no individually distracting marks or abrasions are evident.(Registry values: N2998)

2844

1923-S 50C MS63 PCGS. An impressively lustrous Select S-mint Walker, appealing despite a typically soft strike on both obverse and reverse devices. Gold-orange toning appears at parts of the margins, while the rest of the coin is pale silver-gray overall with the occasional splash of milky patina.(Registry values: N2998)

2845

1927-S 50C MS65 PCGS. No Walking Liberty half dollars were struck at any of the mints in 1924, 1925, and 1926. Only 2.3 million pieces were produced in 1927 (all at the San Francisco Mint), and most were heavily circulated because no halves had been struck since 1923. As a result, Mint State examples are quite scarce. Striking definition is also a problem on the 1927-S, but this is a remarkably well defined coin for the issue. The mint luster is enhanced by a moderate coating of mottled olive-gray patina that lends a fully original appearance. A couple of small contact marks are mentioned on the eagle's wing. Population: 54 in 65, 6 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (9/2005), lot 3418; Heritage (4/2006), lot 2934.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2846

1928-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Superb mint luster, made all the more dazzling by myriad die striations in the fields that add even more sheen to the mostly brilliant surfaces. A nice-looking, above-average example of this scarcer issue. Just a hint of pale gold has gathered over the obverse that adds to the coin's fully original appearance. Population: 55 in 65, 6 finer (2/09).
Ex Heritage (11/2005), lot 2176.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2847

1929-D 50C MS66 PCGS. It has been speculated that with the economic chaos caused by the stock market crash of 1929, many 1929-D halves did not enter circulation, thus explaining the higher number of Mint State examples of this issue than other branch mint Walkers from the 1920s. This is truly a remarkably preserved example. Sharply struck throughout, the surfaces sparkle with bright mint luster and are almost devoid of post-striking impairments. For the perfectionist, there are a couple of tiny contact marks in the right obverse field, but they will have no effect on the price or the desirability of this amazing coin. Population: 53 in 66, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1802.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2848

1929-S 50C MS65 NGC. The 1929-S is one of the better-produced mintmarked halves from the 1920s. For a coin with a mintage of 1.9 million pieces it is surprisingly well-represented at the Gem level. This is a lovely example that has the usual bright mint frost. The strike is sharp, except on the head of Liberty and the eagle's leg. Remarkably clean surfaces.(Registry values: N1793)

2849

1934 50C MS66 NGC. Excellent frosty luster endows this Premium Gem, and an occasional wisp of olive-tan shows up under magnification. A well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design elements, including the right (facing) hand and adjacent branches. A few grade-consistent marks are not bothersome.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2850

1934 50C MS68 NGC. One of the finest examples known of this important year--the first year of the later-date (and more collectible) Walking Liberty halves. The surfaces are brilliant throughout, the mint luster is absolutely superb, and there are no obvious abrasions on either side. Population: 8 in 68, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2003), lot 6890; Heritage (5/2005), lot 7409.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2851

1934 50C MS68 NGC. With a mintage of nearly 7 million pieces, the 1934 is available in all grades through sharply struck Gem. In this lofty grade, however, the 1934 is nearly unobtainable. NGC and PCGS combined have certified only 15 examples in MS68, and none finer. This specimen exhibits a sharp strike, including excellent definition on Liberty's left thumb and adjacent branches, and on the gown lines. Radiantly lustrous surfaces are adorned with delicate whispers of cobalt-blue, golden-brown, and lavender patination. Nearly pristine surfaces reveal just a few minor, unobtrusive marks. Census: 8 in 68, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 2943.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2852

1934-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Fully brilliant with intense, satiny luster and only the most inconsequential signs of contact. The most important striking feature of this Premium Gem 1934-D is the strength of detail on Liberty's head, most often an area of isolated weakness on this scarcer D-mint. Coinage operations in Denver began to increase as the nation emerged from a terrible depression. In 1933 the Denver Mint produced cents and commemorative half dollars with a combined total face value of $64,504. A year later, in 1934, the Denver Mint coined all six denominations, in addition to a few commemoratives. The 1934 total production at face value was nearly $5 million dollars.
Ex: Heritage (12/2004), lot 6180.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2853

1934-S 50C MS65 PCGS. The least available of the middle-date Walking Liberty halves, the 1934-S had an initial mintage of 3.6 million pieces. Sharply struck, with only slight softness on Liberty's left hand, the present coin has ample mint luster and pristine surfaces. Overall visual appeal is outstanding.(Registry values: N2998)

2854

1934-S 50C MS66 PCGS. This Depression-era S-mint is relatively populous in most grades, though it becomes elusive at the Gem level and scarce any finer. This appealing Premium Gem offers a solid strike and radiant silver-white surfaces that show occasional tints of rose and gold. PCGS has graded a mere five finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2855

1935 50C MS67 PCGS. A brilliant and highly lustrous Superb Gem with a sharp strike and near-immaculate surfaces. This coin represents an important opportunity for Registry Set collectors. The 1935 half dollar ranks as one of the most underrated issues in the entire Walking half dollar series. Certified in a green-label holder. Population: 17 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1822.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2856

1935-D 50C MS65 PCGS. The obverse of this splendid Gem has entirely brilliant and untoned surfaces, with frosty silver luster, and the reverse has traces of champagne toning over the similarly frosty luster. The design elements are bold, save for the central obverse that shows typical weakness.(Registry values: N991)

2857

1935-D 50C MS65 PCGS. An untoned, satiny Gem example. Both sides show a decent, but not full, strike. Scarce and desirable in this lofty grade with only 87 finer PCGS-certified examples (2/09).
Ex: Palm Beach Signature (Heritage, 3/2006), lot 1543, which realized $2,990.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2858

1935-D 50C MS65 NGC. Bright luster exudes from the satin-like surfaces of this pleasing Gem, and a sharp strike leaves relatively strong definition on the design elements, including partial detail on the thumb of the branch hand. The well cared for surfaces display hints of light gold peripheral color. NGC has seen a mere five pieces finer.(Registry values: N991)

2859

1935-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Not only are the shimmering fields of this Premium Gem remarkably smooth, but frosty central devices offer far better definition than is normally found on this D-mint issue. A few wispy contact marks down Liberty's skirt are all that separate this example from Superb Gem status. Population: 87 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (7/2005), lot 6434; Heritage (12/2005), lot 2168; Heritage (4/2006), lot 2950.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2860

1935-D 50C MS66 PCGS. The brilliant, defect-free surfaces show uncommonly pronounced mint frost. The head of Liberty shows the usual softness one expects from this often-weak issue. Some students of the series believe that a fully struck 1935-D Walker is nonexistent. Population: 87 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1826.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2861

1936 50C MS67 ★ NGC. This brilliant and completely unabraded Superb Gem also features a needle-sharp strike. But its most fascinating aspect is mattelike texture, when viewed beneath a loupe. The luster is satiny instead of brilliant. One for the specialist to study and ponder. Under Breen-5164, "the 'first style' or satin finish (found on some cents, nickels, and dimes) has not been reported." Census: 7 in 67 ★ , none finer with a Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

2862

1936 50C MS67 PCGS. A simply stunning Walker. The golden patinated surfaces are sharply struck and uncommonly smooth. Swirling satiny luster rounds out this coin's list of memorable attributes. PCGS has only certified two finer examples (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2005), lot 2827; Heritage (4/2006), lot 2954.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2863

1936-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Originality and strength of detail carry the day on this frosty Superb Gem. The obverse boasts a crescent of speckled orange and magenta toning, while lighter peripheral color accents the reverse. A great find for the quality-conscious Walking Liberty collector. Population: 20 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 2958.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2864

1936-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Ex: GBW. Fully brilliant and sharply struck, with exceptionally frosty silver luster. The head details are bold, and the thumb is split. The reverse is superlative as well, with excellent detailing throughout the devices. This coin is tied with several others as the finest example to be certified by PCGS. Superb Gems appear in the marketplace infrequently. If you are seeking such a coin, the present opportunity should be carefully considered. Population: 20 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1835.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2865

1937 50C MS67 PCGS. This Superb Gem has satiny silver luster with faint golden toning. Reflective fields, especially on the obverse, are the result of heavy die polish. Sharply struck. Only two finer examples have been certified by PCGS (2/09).
Ex: The Big Tex Registry Set of Walking Liberty Halves (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 2146.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2866

1937-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Well struck and shining with minimal patina. Excellent eye appeal for this underrated issue, a D-mint that proves elusive any finer.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2867

1937-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Ex: Charles Schultz. Delicate golden-tan tints visit otherwise silver-white surfaces. This well struck example is strongly appealing with smooth, virtually unmarked fields. As one of just 36 pieces tied for the finest certified by PCGS (2/09), this is a must for the discerning Registry Set collector.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2868

1937-D 50C MS67 PCGS. One of just 66 Superb Gems in the combined certified population (2/09), this MS67 piece, housed in a green label holder, has shining and largely untoned surfaces. Well struck central devices and smooth fields are equally well-preserved. An interesting and desirable Denver half.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2869

1937-S 50C MS67 PCGS. The PCGS population figures drop from more than 300 examples in Premium Gem to just 17 coins in MS67 (2/09); no higher-graded pieces have been certified. Intensely lustrous surfaces on this example are mostly brilliant and devoid of significant abrasions. The gown lines are well impressed, and the left thumb is partially defined.
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 2968.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2870

1937-S 50C MS67 PCGS. Ex: GBW. This is a true rarity in such a high grade, one of just 17 such coins certified by PCGS (2/09), with none finer. Both sides are highly lustrous with frosty and brilliant silver surfaces. Sharply struck, including a full thumb and strong skirt lines. Seldom offered in such a superior grade, and a real object of beauty.
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 2969.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2871

1938 50C MS67 PCGS. A pristine example of the date with white frosted surfaces and a superb strike. Housed in a PCGS holder at the highest grade designation yet awarded for this issue. This is an elusive and underrated date. Population: 53 in 67, none finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1855.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2872

1938 50C MS67 PCGS. Tied with 52 other examples for the finest that PCGS has graded (3/09), this amazing Superb Gem is fully brilliant and sharply struck with exceptional aesthetic appeal. Unlike most other P-Mint Walkers in the short-set era, the 1938 is elusive in higher grades.(Registry values: N2998)

2873

1938-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Though the 1938-D has the third lowest mintage of the series (491,600 pieces), it was quickly recognized as a mintage rarity and saved in considerable numbers. The current Premium Gem example displays radiantly lustrous, virtually untoned surfaces that are impeccably preserved, save for a few minute marks on the lower skirt. The design elements are well impressed, with partial definition apparent on the left thumb. PCGS has seen just 23 examples grading higher (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 2974.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2874

1938-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Both sides of this gorgeous Premium Gem have bright silver surfaces with satiny luster. The fields, especially on the obverse, have a suggestion of reflectivity created by prominent die polish lines. This date has a limited mintage of just 491,600 coins, the lowest production of any issue after 1921. PCGS has certified a mere 23 finer examples (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1859.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2875

1938-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Deeply impressed for this issue with outstanding luster. This brilliant Superb Gem is frosty with nearly immaculate surfaces and is at the top of the certified census as well; neither NGC nor PCGS has certified a finer example. While many examples were saved at the time of issue and others were pulled from commerce later, this "short set" key is in demand in all grades, from the lowliest circulated pieces to the highest Mint State levels, as here. Population: 23, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (8/2006), lot 3520.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2876

1938-D 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. An amazing Superb Gem with entirely brilliant, untoned silver surfaces. This is the lowest mintage Walker after 1921. The design elements are boldly detailed including partial separation of Liberty's thumb at the center of the obverse. Population: 23 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2877

1939 50C MS68 PCGS. Strongly detailed with hints of gold gracing impressively lustrous silver-white fields. Both sides are virtually pristine, as demanded of the designation. This top-flight example, tied with just 16 others for the finest certified by PCGS (2/09), is housed in a green label holder.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2878

1939-S 50C MS67 PCGS. Delicate golden peripheral tints lend this brightly lustrous Superb Gem elegant eye appeal. Strongly struck in the centers with noticeably well-preserved surfaces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2879

1939-S 50C MS67 PCGS. The left sides of this Superb Gem are bright silver-white, while the right sides show thin veils of cloud-gray. A well struck and appealing Superb Gem, tied for the finest graded by NGC or PCGS (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2880

1940 50C MS66 NGC. Hints of gold and sage peripheral toning frame silver-white centers on this Premium Gem. A well struck and interesting piece, housed in a prior-generation holder.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

2881

1940 50C MS68 PCGS. An easily obtainable date in grades up to and including MS67, the 1940-P is a noteworthy condition rarity at the present level of preservation. This coin displays a razor-sharp strike in all areas, with glistening, pristine surfaces. Warm golden-tan patina is seen overall, with the lightest suggestion of powder-blue iridescence toward the center obverse. Population: 21 in 68, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Ally Collection (Heritage, 7/2002), lot 8553.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2882

1940-S 50C MS67 PCGS. Each side shows a similar toning pattern, with subtly tinted silver-gray zones at center-right and crescents of deeper amber, green-gold, and turquoise at the left margins. A strongly lustrous example of an issue that is excessively rare so fine; PCGS has graded only three coins at the MS67 level and none finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2883

1941 50C MS68 NGC. What a pleasure it is to examine this remarkable half dollar. The nearly perfect surfaces show pinpoint striking definition and there is just a slight degree of peripheral toning present, including a faintly perceptible arc of rainbow coloration near the left obverse border. There are certainly no distractions on either side of the piece, and a beautiful satiny sheen perfectly highlights the nearly immaculate fields and devices. A splendid example of one of the best-produced issues in the entire series, in a state of preservation that has never been exceeded. Census: 19 in 68, 0 finer (2/09)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2884

1941-S 50C MS66 PCGS. An exceptionally lustrous example of this semikey issue. The mint luster swirls around each side, virtually unimpeded by abrasions. The surfaces are brilliant throughout, and the striking details are unusually strong, with good definition on the all-important central devices. PCGS has only certified six finer examples (2/09).
Ex Heritage (11/2005), lot 2880.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2885

1941-S 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Widely regarded as the key to the 1941-1947 Walking Liberty half dollar short set, the '41-S is a noteworthy strike rarity. The present Gem is not fully struck, but the overall definition is well above average with emerging detail on Liberty's right (facing) hand. The smooth, satiny surfaces are untoned and virtually pristine. An important bidding opportunity for the discerning specialist.(Registry values: N2998)

2886

1942-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Thick, intense mint luster swirls around each side of this magnificently preserved Walker. The design motifs are fully struck, and there is just a hint of pale rose color on each side. A wonderful type coin.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2887

1942-S 50C MS66 PCGS. The 1942-S is quite scarce at this lofty grade level, which numismatists attribute to the frequently poor striking definition of this World War II-era issue. The current example is typically weak on Liberty's branch hand and on the eagle's trailing leg feathers, but the other design elements are crisply produced. The coin exhibits a rich satiny sheen over mostly untoned surfaces that show faint traces of tan color on the upper right obverse.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2888

1943 50C MS68 NGC. The 1943 Walking Liberty half dollars in MS68 grade are the finest coins certified by NGC (nine examples) and PCGS (five specimens), and they are great condition rarities (3/09). The present coin is absolutely magnificent, with a razor-sharp strike and vibrant mint luster. The brilliant surfaces are unblemished, as expected in a coin at this grade level. Overall eye appeal is exceptional.(Registry values: N1793)

2889

1943 50C MS68 NGC. This piece is tied for the finest certified example of the date, with just 14 pieces graded such by both NGC and PCGS. A remarkable example, this Superb Gem has frosty silver luster with full mint brilliance, and it is sharply struck. Census: 9 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2890

1943-D 50C MS66 NGC. Strongly struck for the issue with shining silver-white surfaces. A highly impressive piece by Premium Gem standards with surprisingly few marks.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

2891

1943-S 50C MS67 PCGS. A great example of this wartime issue, immensely lustrous with hints of golden peripheral toning on the obverse and pale silver-gray patina gracing the reverse. Each side is virtually flawless to the unaided eye. Neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a numerically finer example (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2892

1944 50C MS67 PCGS. Well struck with intense satin luster that radiates from each side, providing a beautiful sheen. This brilliant silver-white coin exhibits stellar preservation, and its few tiny marks must be hunted for with a magnifier. The present example is crisply defined, with minimal weakness noted on Liberty's thumb and on the eagle's right (facing) leg feathers. A remarkably attractive Walker. Population: 59 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: The Big Tex Registry Set of Walking Liberty Halves (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 2223.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2893

1945 50C MS66 PCGS. The surfaces are brilliant and exude bright, frosted mint luster. The striking definition is strong as well, and there are no mentionable abrasions on this wonderful type coin.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

2894

1945 50C MS67 PCGS. A pristine, snow-white example that, for all intents and purposes, looks much like a newly minted coin. The connoisseur will want to consider this piece. It is far from the easiest short set Walker in such an outstanding grade. Population: 61 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1904.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2895

1945-D 50C MS66 PCGS. One of the best-produced of the wartime issues. This particular coin has luster that is bright enough to compare to an S-mint. The devices are fully struck throughout, and there is just the slightest hint of iridescent color on the mostly brilliant surfaces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

2896

1945-S 50C MS66 NGC. Subtle golden accents visit each side of this solidly struck and immensely lustrous Premium Gem. Interesting eye appeal. NGC has graded 22 numerically finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2897

1946 50C MS66 PCGS. The striking details are complete, and the figure of Liberty is rounded with none of the flatness often seen on this design. Bright, satiny mint luster swirls over each side and the surfaces are mostly brilliant, but close examination shows just the slightest hint of pale blue toning.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

2898

(20) 1946 50C MS66 PCGS. A pleasing grouping that has good strikes, vibrant luster, and unmarked surfaces. Most examples are brilliant or have only faint gold patina, but one Premium Gem has dappled orange toning and another coin has a subtle aqua spot beneath the second S in STATES.(Registry values: N991)

2899

1946 50C MS67 PCGS. While a common date in the short series, the 1946-P is seldom located in MS67 condition. This exceptionally attractive and problem-free coin has surfaces that display rich, frosted mint luster, unaffected by any noticeable post-striking impairments. An essentially brilliant, untoned appearance is seen over each side. Population: 20 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (9/2006), lot 2248.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2900

1946 50C MS67 PCGS. The silver-gray surfaces of this Superb Gem display wisps of light tan-gold color. Sharply struck, including nearly complete definition on the branch hand. A few minor ticks are noted on each side. Population: 32 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2901

1946 50C MS67 PCGS. Soft champagne-gold color adheres to the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem. A well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design elements, including sharp detail on the thumb of the branch hand. Impeccably preserved throughout. Population: 32 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2902

1946 50C Doubled Die Reverse MS65 PCGS. FS-801, formerly FS-011.1. E PLURIBUS UNUM and the eagle's plumage are widely die-doubled. Currently the only variety of the series to receive a separate Guide Book listing. This lustrous and nearly brilliant example has a well preserved reverse. A few small ticks on Liberty's extended arm decide the grade. Suitably struck; the skirt lines are essentially complete. Population: 12 in 65, 6 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (2/2006), lot 1525.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3)

2903

1946 50C Doubled Die Reverse MS65 PCGS. FS-801, formerly FS-011.1. Doubling is most prominent on the eagle's wings and E PLURIBUS UNUM. Well-defined with bright silver-white surfaces that show traces of peach, a pleasing Gem example of this Guide Book variety.(Registry values: P3)

2904

1946-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Lightly gold-toned over parts of each side with considerable luster. An appealing Superb Gem, one of just 34 tied for finest known to PCGS (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

2905

1946-S 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Knob S. A lustrous and stone-white Superb Gem with beautifully smooth surfaces, almost as if the piece were lifted from the dies with a gloved hand and set aside in a time capsule for us to admire today. A good strike for a San Francisco product, with nearly full skirt and cheek details. Population: 20 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2906

1947 50C MS67 PCGS. This final-year-of-issue example displays radiant luster and silver-gray surfaces imbued with whispers of light tan color in restricted areas. The design features are well struck, with partial definition apparent on the thumb of Liberty's left hand. The surfaces are well preserved, with just a few minute marks exhibited on Liberty's face and neck and on the eagle's midsection. Population: 19 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (6/2006), lot 1918.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollars

2907

1936 50C PR64 NGC. A boldly defined proof with full details on both sides, including a completely defined thumb at the center of the obverse. The fields are deeply mirrored and the devices are reflective on this fully brilliant and entirely untoned near-Gem proof half dollar.(Registry values: N1793)

2908

1936 50C PR65 PCGS. Wisps of gold and light purple color are seen over the obverse of this luminous Gem proof Walker, ceding to more extensive coverage of the same color palette on the reverse, only in slightly deeper shades. A solid strike leads to complete definition on the design elements. Devoid of mentionable marks.(Registry values: N2998)

2909

1936 50C PR66 PCGS. Opaque white toning liberally blankets each side of this popular first-year proof issue. Each side of this Premium Gem proof is boldly defined, and the underlying surfaces sparkle with reflectivity. It is a notable specimen worthy of the finest collection.
Ex: Heritage (7/2004), lot 6727.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2910

1936 50C PR66 PCGS. The smaller-denomination coins of 1936, particularly cents and nickels as well as a few dimes, are known with two different surface qualities, satin and brilliant. To date, there have been no quarters or half dollars located with a satin finish. All examples have the brilliant finish, as does this one. This Gem proof comes close to qualifying as a Cameo, with brilliant silver devices and deeply mirrored fields. These fields display light iridescent toning, but most of the original brilliance still shows through.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

2911

1936 50C PR67 NGC. An exceptionally well preserved proof 1936 half dollar, this Superb Gem displays razor-sharp features and a glistening, silver-white sheen. The uniformly brilliant surfaces are devoid of both toning and grade-limiting disturbances of any kind. An upgrade would never be required of this dazzling first-year proof Walker. Census: 74 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

2912

1936 50C PR67 NGC. A mere 3,901 proofs were issued in this initial year of proof production for Walking Liberty half dollars. This low output, in addition to a greater tendency for hairlines and other distractions, helps make the 1936 the undisputed key to the 1936-42 series of Walking Liberty proofs. This Superb Gem is boldly struck and beautifully toned, exhibiting crescents of orange and lime-green iridescent toning on each side. A milky gray patina occupies the balance of the peerless, well-mirrored surfaces. Simply outstanding quality and desirable as such. Census: 74 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2913

1937 50C PR68 NGC. Fully struck and seemingly pristine, with some milky blue-green and antique-gold peripheral toning that surrounds creamy, untoned centers. Appealing and with essentially unimprovable quality; a great Superb Gem example of this later Walking Liberty half dollar issue. Census: 19 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2914

1938 50C PR67 NGC. A scarcer early year in proof format and seldom seen in such superior condition. The surfaces are lightly and originally toned and show deep reflectivity in the fields.(Registry values: N1793)

2915

1939 50C PR68 PCGS. Ex: Tom Mershon Collection. Simply extraordinary quality for the issue. Both sides are pristine, with an exactness of strike that can only be the result of proof production methods. The uniformly reflective features shine forcefully through light copper-gold patination. Population: 24 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2916

1939 50C PR68 NGC. While Walking Liberty proofs were produced using all-brilliant proofing techniques and are thus uniformly mirrored in finish, a number of coins are known with mint frost over the central devices. This Superb Gem is one of those coins, displaying lightly frosted motifs. Both sides are boldly struck, untoned, and immaculately preserved. Census: 85 in 68, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2917

1940 50C PR68 NGC. A milky layer of sea-foam and salmon color over the obverse enhances the visual quality of this excellent specimen. The design elements exhibit razor-sharp definition, and both sides of the piece are devoid of marks or hairlines. An unimprovable specimen of this popular proof type.(Registry values: N2998)

2918

1941 50C PR67 NGC. CAC. No AW. A layer of gold patina resides on the luminous surfaces of this Superb Gem proof, accented with hints of mint-green, violet, and crimson. Exquisitely struck up and impeccably preserved.(Registry values: N991)

2919

1941 50C PR68 NGC. No AW. A near-perfect proof representative of this beautifully designed and ever-popular type. A touch of hazy, pale iridescence is seen over both sides of this amazing proof whose surfaces are virtually as struck. Unexcelled at both of the major services. Census: 63 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

2920

1942 50C PR68 ★ NGC. A satiny, exactingly struck, and fully brilliant Superb Gem that displays consistent and substantial contrast between the icy devices and the mirrored fields. The advent of U.S. participation in World War II ended production of proofs in 1942. The Mint was too busy with other important projects, such as striking the coinage of numerous foreign countries. Census: 16 in 68 ★ , 1 finer with a Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2921

1942 50C PR68 NGC. CAC. Proof sets from 1936-1942 were housed in small cardboard boxes and the coins were individually placed in cellophane holders. In many cases the cellophane became brittle over time and would often split on one side or the other. When this occurred, the result would be oxidation such as seen on this piece. The fields are deeply mirrored and each side shows hazy rose-lilac patina with a darker arc on the left reverse rim. Exceptional quality and unquestioned originality.(Registry values: N1793)

2922

1942 50C PR68 NGC. Occasional whispers of barely discernible gold and violet color on the motifs show up under high magnification. Mirrored fields exhibit mild variance with the lightly frosted central devices at certain angles, more so on the reverse. Sharply struck and impeccably preserved.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Franklin Half Dollars

2923

1950 50C PR66 Cameo NGC. The low mintage first year proof Franklin half is elusive with obvious cameo contrast, such as that seen on the present coin. This is a brilliant Premium Gem with darkly mirrored fields and impressively frosted motifs. Census: 47 in 66 Cameo, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2924

1951 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. Most of the 1951 halves seen show extensive die polishing. That is not the case on this particular piece. While die polishing is part of the production process and the coin leaves the Mint as such, some collectors are not as readily accepting of such marks, which should give this piece extra desirability and increase the price it realizes. Brilliant throughout, the fields are deeply mirrored and the devices noticeably frosted. Census: 14 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

2925

1951 50C PR67 Cameo PCGS. The finest proof 1951 half dollars that PCGS has certified include six submissions that have received the PR67 Cameo grade, while NGC has certified 14 specimens at this level, with none finer (3/09). For the connoisseur who seeks a top-notch example, the present piece is available now, and who knows when any of the others may appear in the marketplace. Both sides have unending mirrors around satiny white devices with no evidence of toning.(Registry values: N4719)

2926

1955 50C PR68 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. From a proof mintage of 328,200 pieces, this year is tough to locate in untoned Gem condition, and decidedly rare at the lofty PR68 grade. This needle-sharp Superb Gem is untoned aside from a few wisps of gold color. The frosty devices exhibit imposing contrast with the seemingly immaculate fields. Population: 15 in 68 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

2927

1956 50C Type Two PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC. Snow-white devices display extraordinary contrast with the glassy fields. Immaculate proof 1956 half dollars can be found with little difficulty, but only a handful of such pieces were early strikes from well prepared dies, the recipe for Ultra Cameo contrast.(Registry values: P1)

2928

1961 50C PR69 Cameo NGC. Bold contrast is seen on each side between the jet-black fields and frosted silver-gray devices. Immaculately preserved and seemingly pristine. A great Superb Gem example of this late Franklin half proof issue. Census: 10 in 69 Cameo, 0 finer in Cameo condition (3/09).(Registry values: N491)

SMS Kennedy Half Dollars

2929

1964 50C SMS MS68 PCGS. More rumors than facts surround the issuance of the 1964 SMS coins, but examples are known from the cent through half dollar. Current estimates range from 20 to 50 sets produced, with some likely lost to attrition and "more are believed to be out there," according to a May 2008 PCGS online article by Jaime Hernandez. Many of the 1964 Kennedy half dollars, per the Breen Complete Encyclopedia and other sources, were struck in 1965 from 1964-dated dies. Ron Guth and Bill Gale, in United States Proof Sets and Mint Sets 1936-2002, assert that the production of 1964-dated coins continued at the Mint until 1966. It is entirely possible (if not entirely likely) that the 1964 Special Mint Set coins may also have been struck in early 1965, as the Mint only began shipment of the 1965 Special Mint Sets on May 20.
This piece exhibits the characteristic sharp strike on both sides usually seen on the 1964 SMS coins, along with heavy die polishing also usual for the issue. The obverse is the Normal Hair (non-Accented Hair, only used on proof coins) type, while the reverse is the Type One reverse, with a straight G in the FS designer's initials and breaks in rays 11-13 (counting from the left) where they meet stars. For pedigree purposes, we note a few spots of dark toning in the left obverse field around IN GOD and the L of LIBERTY, along with a small, dotlike impression in the field, northwest of the I in GOD. But overall the coin is beautiful and free of nearly all contact, with pretty pink and gold highlights and broad eye appeal. The PCGS online Population Report shows 12 1964 SMS Kennedy halves in all grades, ranging from one in MS64 to one in MS69. The present MS68 piece is one of four so certified (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Kennedy Half Dollars

2930

1976-S 50C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. A flawless proof with deep contrast between the fields and devices. The surfaces are stunningly brilliant with unlimited depth to the mirrored fields and fully lustrous and frosty devices. The current PCGS population data indicates a total of 37 similarly graded examples (3/09), a seemingly substantial quantity until the submission total of nearly 11,000 coins is considered. In other words, one coin out of every 292 submissions receives the PR70 Deep Cameo grade opinion at PCGS.(Registry values: N491)

Morgan Dollars

2931

1878 8TF $1 MS66 ★ NGC. VAM-17. In the earliest days of Mint production, a few pieces were coined that are called one-sided proofs, meaning that one die (usually the obverse) was highly polished while the other die remained unpolished. If only one side of the coin was ever displayed, why worry about the appearance of the other side?
This 1878 silver dollar is a later version of the early one-side proofs, although its production was for an entirely different reason. A new, freshly made or freshly lapped obverse die was placed in the press, and the obverse of the coin received a prooflike appearance. The older reverse die produced frosty luster. Both sides are fully brilliant and extremely attractive.(Registry values: P5, N4719)

2932

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS65 Prooflike PCGS. VAM-40. Five tailfeather tips emerge beneath the prominent seven tailfeathers. This lustrous and boldly struck Gem is brilliant save for a wisp of lemon-gold toning along the upper right obverse margin. A trace of a fingerprint fragment above the eagle is unimportant. Encapsulated in a prior generation PCGS holder, with a pale green label. Population: 8 in 65 Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

2933

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS65 PCGS. CAC. VAM-33, 7/8 Tailfeather 7/4 variety. Four underfeathers and doubled eagle's legs confirm the variety. Radiantly lustrous surfaces are essentially untoned, and a well executed strike emboldens the design features. A few minor grazes are not bothersome. PCGS has seen just five pieces finer.(Registry values: P5)

2934

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. The 1878 Reverse displays a parallel top arrow feather and concave eagle's breast. Reflective fields offer mild contrast with the devices. Hints of gold concentrate at the margins, slightly more noticeable on the reverse. A few grade-consistent light marks are noted. Population: 35 in 65 Prooflike, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2935

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS65 NGC. A slanted top arrow feather and rounded eagle's breast identifies the Reverse of 1879, which is significantly scarcer than its Reverse of 1878 counterpart. This brilliant and frosty Gem has a few light grazes on Liberty's cheek, but overall exhibits a remarkable level of preservation. NGC has certified only a dozen pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

2936

1878-CC $1 MS65 NGC. Radiantly lustrous surfaces are essentially untoned, save for wisps of light gold on the eagle. Nicely struck, including excellent detail in the hair at Liberty's ear. A few light grazes do not disturb.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2937

1878-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. The shining surfaces of this first-year Carson City Morgan dollar are primarily silver-white, though the subtle green-gold accents visible on the obverse have more coverage on the reverse. Well-defined with powerful cartwheel luster, a lovely Premium Gem that is housed in a green label holder. PCGS has graded only four coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2938

1878-CC $1 MS66 NGC. The 1878-CC Morgan dollar is the first date of issue from the charismatic Carson City Mint. The present coin is a delightful Premium Gem example, sharply struck, with lustrous surfaces and attractive wisps of lilac toning. Some parallel planchet marks are noticeable on Liberty's cheek and jaw, an effect often seen on this issue. Only 13 coins have been certified in higher grades by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2939

1878-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Always a winning combination, the first year of mintage, 1878, combined with the fabled CC mintmark. This is a frosty silver-white specimen with just a touch of brownish-gold coloration on Liberty's neck and ear. The reverse is essentially color-free, and both sides are well struck, as usual for the issue. PCGS has certified only four coins in finer grade (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2940

1878-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. This frosty Premium Gem is boldly defined and exhibits brilliant silver surfaces without any toning on either side. It is a stunning piece with exceptional eye appeal. Although rather plentiful in this grade, finer examples are extremely rare. PCGS has only certified four finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2941

1878-S $1 MS67 PCGS. Ex: Jack Lee 2. The tremendous, shimmering mint frost and the impeccable surface preservation of this Superb Gem makes it a remarkable example from the very first year of the Morgan dollar series. An interesting, tiny, teardrop-shaped die lump rests near the center of Liberty's cheek. Well struck, essentially brilliant, and just a great coin. Population: 19 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

2942

1879 $1 MS66 PCGS. This example boasts distraction-free, untoned surfaces. While the strike is soft on the hair above the ear, as usually seen, the fields are moderately prooflike on each side, even if insufficiently so for an official designation. Vibrant eye appeal. PCGS has graded only one finer example (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2943

1879 $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. Both sides of this Premium Gem are fully brilliant and highly lustrous with frosty silver surfaces. As usual for the design, the hair strands over Liberty's ear are a trifle weak, but all other details are boldly defined. In sum, an attractive exemplar from this popular earlier Morgan dollar issue. PCGS has certified just one finer representative (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2944

1879-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. Normal Mintmark. A few stray abrasions and reeding marks on Liberty's cheek likely account for the grade, but much appeal is present. The satiny silver surfaces show radiant cartwheel luster, and the surfaces show a remarkable consistency of texture. Light die clashing appears on the reverse, with a small die crack connecting NITED with the eagle's nearby wingtip. A nice example of this popular key date, seemingly high-end for the assigned grade.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

2945

1879-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. A wonderful Normal Mintmark example of the key-date 1879-CC Morgan dollar, with the technical requirements of the MS62 grade level, but with the eye appeal of a much higher grade. The peripheral iridescence on both sides includes lilac, blue, and gold toning, and each displays well-struck design elements.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

2946

1879-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. With a small mintage of 756,000 pieces, the 1879-CC is the first key date in the Morgan dollar series. This elusive coin is frosty and bright, with ample luster in the fields to please the eye. Close examination will note a few minor reeding marks on Liberty's cheek and nose which will serve to identify this coin. Typically well struck, and a good coin for the collector who wants an attractive Uncirculated specimen for their date set.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

2947

1879-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. From a low mintage of 756,000 pieces, the 1879-CC is the second rarest Carson City Morgan dollar. This specimen features an average strike, with some typical weakness on the hair above the ear and the eagle's breast. The surfaces are enhanced by attractive light lilac toning, with spots of darker green and purple on the reverse rim.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

2948

1879-CC $1 MS63 Prooflike NGC. Mirrored fields highlight the snow-white, frosted motifs of this Select Morgan dollar. A well executed strike leaves strong detail on the design elements. A few minute marks preclude a higher grade. Still, great overall technical quality and aesthetic appeal. This is the rarest of the early Carson City Morgan dollar issues. Census: 51 in 63 Prooflike, 48 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

2949

1879-CC $1 Capped Die--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. The silver-gray surfaces are somewhat subdued from the cleaning. Nicely defined, with a few small marks scattered about.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

2950

1879-CC $1 Capped Die MS62 PCGS. VAM-3, A Top 100 Variety. This interesting variety was created when a larger CC mintmark was juxtaposed over a partially effaced smaller one. The Capped Die variety is less available than the "perfect mintmark" variety, especially in Mint State grades. The present coin is sharply struck, with fine detail present on the hair and eagle's breast. The fields show few handling marks, but a scratch on Liberty's cheek probably limits the grade.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

2951

1879-CC $1 Capped Die MS63 PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. Slightly scarcer than the Normal Mintmark variety, the so-called Capped Die is actually a doubled mintmark with the first CC effaced before entering the second mintmark. The process left roughness on the die in the mintmark space, yielding the present variety. This frosty piece has faint golden-yellow toning on both sides.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

2952

1879-CC $1 Capped Die MS64 PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. Actually a repunched mintmark variety, with the medium CC mintmark over a smaller one, though the die chipping around the date is far more noticeable. This near-Gem is impressively lustrous with extensive violet and gold-orange toning visible on the obverse, though the reverse has only faint echoes of the other side's patina. PCGS has graded a mere eight finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

2953

1879-CC $1 Capped Die MS63 Prooflike PCGS. VAM-3, A Top 100 Variety. The 1879-CC Morgan dollar is the first key date in the series. The Capped Die variety resulted when a large CC mintmark was stamped over a smaller, partially effaced CC. Q. David Bowers estimates approximately 400-800 examples are extant with prooflike surfaces in all grades. The issue is rare at the Choice Mint State level. The present coin is sharply struck and there is a significant element of contrast between the devices and the reflective fields. Overall eye appeal is strong. Population: 22 in 63, 25 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

2954

1879-O $1 MS65 NGC. Well-defined overall with above-average definition on the hair over Liberty's ear. Each side has bright silver luster with dots of milk-white and tan patina. This minimally marked Gem offers excellent eye appeal for an early New Orleans Morgan dollar. NGC has graded eight finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

2955

1879-S $1 MS67 ★ NGC. CAC. Sharply struck with assured eye appeal. The obverse shows subtle arcs of gold, violet, and aqua at the lower left, while the reverse is orange at the rims. Minimally toned otherwise.(Registry values: P1, N991)

2956

1879-S $1 MS68 NGC. Blazing cartwheel luster and remarkably pristine surfaces confirm the immense quality of this sharply impressed Superb Gem. Close to brilliant, but hints of golden toning emerge here and there. A plentiful issue, but any Morgan dollar is coveted this close to perfection.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2957

1879-S $1 MS68 NGC. A superlative Superb Gem with light champagne toning, accented by blue, lavender, rose, and gold on the obverse. The reverse is mostly brilliant with vivid gold and rose splashes along part of the border. Tied for the finest certified 1879-S Morgan dollar.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2958

1879-S $1 MS67 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. A surprising number of Deep Mirror Prooflike examples have been designated as such by NGC and PCGS for this second-year San Francisco Mint issue, in grades up to and including MS65. At MS66, however, DMPLs are scarce, and at MS67 they are rare, with just 10 such coins certified by the two services combined. This piece is a stunning representative, with white-on-black contrast on both sides so intense that it will impress even the most experienced Morgan dollar specialist. This piece is fully struck on both sides and brilliant on the obverse, with a light coating of gold patina on the reverse. The surfaces are well preserved and minimally marked throughout, in keeping with the grade. A great coin in every respect. Population: 8 in 67 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2959

1879-S $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. A Top 100 Variety. This is a flashy coin with stark contrast between the frosted devices and the dark, watery fields. The design elements are sharply struck, as usual for this well produced issue from the San Francisco Mint. Numerous vertical die striations increase the visual quality of the reverse. The cheek has a few wispy luster grazes. Miller (1982) states that the '79-S dollars are among the most common of all "S" mint coins in prooflike condition, but this is the only Reverse of 1878 example that NGC has certified as a Deep Mirror Prooflike Gem, as of (3/09). PCGS has yet to grade any Deep Mirror Prooflike example also designated as having the Reverse of 1878.(Registry values: P5, N7079)

2960

1880 $1 MS66 PCGS. Produced in excess of 12 million coins and apparently saved in significant quantity, the 1880 is a readily obtainable Morgan dollar in most Mint State grades. Gem representatives, however, are more elusive than their similarly dated S-mint counterpart, and examples that grade finer than MS65 are downright scarce. Among the best survivors available in today's market, this virtually brilliant coin is sharply detailed throughout. There are no singularly distracting abrasions, as befits the grade, and the luster is richly frosted from rim to rim.(Registry values: P4, N4719)

2961

1880-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Partially prooflike fields offer modest variance with the motifs. A few minute grazes on the untoned surfaces are undisturbing. The design features are generally well struck save for minor softness in the centers.(Registry values: P4, N991)

2962

1880-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Silver-gray surfaces yield pleasing luster and are nicely preserved. A well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements.(Registry values: P4, N991)

2963

1880-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. This is a gorgeous, intensely frosty, fully struck, and beautifully preserved example. The shimmering fields and centers are snow-white, while a lovely ring of golden-brown patina decorates the obverse and reverse peripheries. Bits of die rust inhabit and surround the mintmark. A few minor marks are noted, including a couple of horizontal slide marks across the eagle's breast, but they are insufficient to preclude the Premium Gem assessment. PCGS has graded 23 pieces finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2964

1880-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Nearly untoned, save for an occasional wisp of faint gold color. Partially prooflike fields highlight well struck devices. A few trivial grazes are unbothersome.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2965

1880-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Considerable frostiness on the devices, though the milky patina over each side blends in with the frost. Strong luster shines beneath. PCGS has graded 23 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2966

1880-CC $1 MS66 ANACS. Peripheral golden-tan patination is deeper on the reverse of this Premium Gem, and semiprooflike fields yield mild contrast with the devices. Generally well struck and nicely preserved.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2967

1880-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Well-defined with strong cartwheel luster and considerable frostiness on the devices. The obverse shows an even coat of silver-gray toning, while the reverse is more brilliant.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2968

1880-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Pleasing luster envelops both sides of this Premium Gem, and a decisive strike leaves strong detail on the design elements. A well preserved coin.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2969

1880-CC $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. CAC. The coin offered here is an example of the 1880-CC Morgan dollar with the reverse of 1879. The variety has an estimated mintage of 466,000 pieces, and is characterized by the slanting top arrow feather on the reverse. The present coin is sharply struck, with mirrored fields and frosty devices. Dark shades of green, gold, and purple toning enhance the already considerable visual appeal. NGC has certified 20 coins at the Premium Gem Prooflike level, with one finer, while PCGS has graded only six examples in this grade, with one finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2970

1880-CC $1 8 Over High 7 MS66 PCGS. VAM-5. A Top 100 Variety. One of the most dramatic overdates in the Morgan dollar series, the remains of the underlying digit are clearly visible below the second 8. Only five coins of this variety have been certified in a higher numerical grade (3/09). The present coin is an attractive Premium Gem, well struck, with lustrous unblemished fields and frosty devices.(Registry values: P4)

2971

1880-CC $1 8 Over High 7 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. VAM-5. A Top 100 Variety. A stunning white Gem with deeply mirrored fields on each side. The obverse and reverse devices are frosty and highly lustrous. Few Deep Mirror Prooflike examples of this variety appear on the market, and when they do, Morgan dollar collectors delight at the opportunity. Population: 6 in 65 DMPL, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

2972

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS66 PCGS. VAM-6. A Top 100 Variety. This desirable CC-mint dollar exhibits delicate straw-gold and steel-blue toning. Lustrous and minimally abraded with above average sharpness at the centers. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 27 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

2973

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. VAM-6. A Top 100 Variety. The top part of the 7 is nearly centered within the upper loop of the second 8 in the date. This strongly lustrous Gem is minimally toned with considerable frost over the well struck devices. Population: 20 in 65 Prooflike, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

2974

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. Prominently overdated obverse paired with the Reverse of 1878. A strongly lustrous Choice coin, minimally toned with considerable frostiness on both fields and devices.(Registry values: P5, N991)

2975

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS66 PCGS. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. The underdigits 79 are bold beneath the 80, and the reverse has the Parallel (top) Arrow Feather style of the 1878 issues. The Top 100 varieties seem to be gaining in popularity since the publication of the Fey-Oxman Top 100 reference, a handy, small volume to tote around at coin shows. This lovely example has an untoned, well contrasting obverse, with bands of iridescent color on the reverse that range from amber to cerise and deep olive. A well struck and distraction-free specimen. There are none graded finer at PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

2976

1880-CC $1 8/7 Reverse of 1878 MS65 PCGS. VAM-7. One of only two Reverse of 1878 VAMs for this date; the other is VAM-4, a separate Guide Book variety due to its prominent overdate. A solidly struck Gem with clean surfaces and only a hint of gold patina.(Registry values: P5)

2977

1880-CC $1 8/7 Reverse of 1878 MS66 PCGS. CAC. VAM-7. Incorrectly designated by PCGS as an 1880/79-CC, which would be VAM-4. The arrow feathers are parallel, characteristic of the reverse of 1878. This exquisitely detailed and impressively preserved Premium Gem is generally silver-white with glints of pink visible in the fields. On the reverse, a small abrasion affects the lower fletchings of the arrows. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 22 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

2978

1880-O $1 MS64 PCGS. Essentially a silver-white example, though glimpses of peach appear in the fields. This well-defined near-Gem shows only modest abrasions on the portrait.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

2979

1880-O $1 MS64 PCGS. A touch of gold-gray toning has settled over parts of each side. This lustrous near-Gem is well struck overall with few marks for the grade. PCGS has graded just 20 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

2980

1880-O $1 MS64 PCGS. Impressively lustrous with light gold-gray toning across each side. This well-defined near-Gem offers great eye appeal for an early O-mint Morgan dollar. PCGS has graded 20 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

2981

1880-S $1 MS68 PCGS. According to the Bowers silver dollar Encyclopedia: "In 1880 the only silver coins produced at the San Francisco Mint were dollars. The silver dollars of that year were produced with care, with precise die spacing (in most instances), and today are admired for their quality." This piece is an excellent illustration of Bowers' observation. Exceptionally crisp striking definition is demonstrated on both sides, and the entirely untoned ice-white surfaces reveal impeccable preservation. A common issue in lower grades, perhaps, but not at this remarkable level of preservation.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2982

1880-S $1 MS68 PCGS. CAC. This is a splendid example in every respect, and it is easy to see why PCGS deemed it to be worthy of the lofty MS68 grade assessment. The design elements are crisply and fully outlined, save for the tiniest bit of merging on the eagle's breast feathers. Untoned and flashy, with breathtaking cartwheel luster in the fields, and immaculately preserved surfaces on each side.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2983

1881 $1 MS66 NGC. Dusky orange-gold centers are bounded by sea-green and plum-mauve patina. This lustrous Premium Gem has a good strike and clean fields. Careful evaluation locates a couple of faint luster grazes on the cheek, made inconspicuous by the lavish and attractive toning. Census: 47 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2984

1881 $1 MS66 PCGS. Boldly impressed with uncommonly strong luster. Virtually all of this admirable Premium Gem is silver-white, though a hint of hazy gold is visible at the lower obverse and the upper reverse exhibits a bright yellow arc along the rim. PCGS has certified a mere two finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2985

1881-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. A decisively struck Gem with dynamic luster and only a whisper of gold patina. An impressively smooth and attractive low mintage Carson City dollar. Encased in an old green label holder.(Registry values: P4, N991)

2986

1881-CC $1 MS66 NGC. A crisply struck and thoroughly lustrous Carson City dollar that lacks any mentionable marks. A perennial best-seller bourse floor item.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2987

1881-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Radiantly lustrous surfaces exhibit sharply struck design features, including excellent definition on the hair over Liberty's ear and on the eagle's breast feathers. Just a few minor grazes are visible on the well preserved faces.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2988

1881-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Lustrous surfaces show light gold color at the reverse margin, and exhibit razor-sharp design elements. A few trivial grazes do not detract.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2989

1881-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. Wayne Miller's The Morgan and Peace Dollar Textbook contains high praise for the 1881-CC dollar, particularly that "on the whole the 1881-CC is probably the highest quality Morgan dollar struck at the Carson City Mint." With its fantastic luster and eye appeal, this minimally toned Superb Gem is a wonderful exemplar. PCGS has certified a mere three finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2990

1881-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. The obverse of this Superb Gem is attractively toned in gold, russet, green, and several other colors, while the reverse is mostly brilliant with splashes of light gold near the border. Pristine surfaces provide a base for the frosty luster on this sharply defined Morgan dollar. Population: 111 in 67, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

2991

1881-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Hints of light gold color show up on the reverse of this lovely Gem. Exquisitely struck, with excellent field-motif contrast. A few minor grazes likely prevent an even finer grade.(Registry values: P4, N991)

2992

1881-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Fantastic mirrors and contrast combine with bold detail and a hint of gold-orange peripheral toning for outstanding eye appeal. If not for a handful of shallow, trivial marks, this Gem would qualify for an even finer designation.(Registry values: P4, N991)

2993

1881-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Plentiful in typical Mint State, the 1881-O is surprisingly difficult to find as a Gem. This sharply struck and lustrous example has only a hint of peach-gold toning on the reverse, but the obverse is bathed in sea-green with peripheral cherry-red.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

2994

1881-S $1 MS68 NGC. This coin represents one of the best-produced issues in the Morgan dollar series in the finest grade practically obtainable, and deservedly so. The surfaces are remarkably clean and well struck, with copious cartwheel luster and tremendous eye appeal. Both sides are silver-white, save for an arc of iridescence on the obverse from 6 to 9 o'clock. There are none certified finer at NGC (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2995

1881-S $1 MS68 ★ NGC. NGC has rightly mounted this coin back-to-front inside the encapsulation to stress the incredible iridescent rainbow toning on the reverse, which includes bands of canary-yellow, ice-blue, cherry-red, and aqua. The obverse is completely color-free, providing a startling contrast, and both sides are remarkably free of observable contact. Census: 12 in 68 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

2996

1881-S $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. The 1881-S is one of the more available Morgan dollars in Mint State. We offer here an outstanding cameo-like specimen that shows unfathomable depth of mirrored reflectivity with bright mint frost over the devices, all of which are sharply struck. Each side shows a wide arc of deep, iridescent toning. Population: 72 in 66 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

2997

1882 $1 MS66 NGC. Dusky orange patina dominates both sides of this Premium Gem, accented with electric-blue and lavender at the margins. Sharply impressed, including the hair at Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. A couple of minute marks do not detract.(Registry values: P3, N1793)

2998

1882 $1 MS66 NGC. Thick mint frost covers both sides of this essentially brilliant Premium Gem. Crisply struck on all of the design elements. NGC has only graded nine finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P3, N1793)

2999

1882-CC $1 MS66 NGC. Peripheral golden-brown and ocean-blue toning ensures the eye appeal of this well struck Premium Gem. The fields are nearly unabraded and demonstrate rich cartwheel sheen.(Registry values: P3, N1793)

3000

1882-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. A gorgeous and brilliant Carson City type coin. Lustrous and beautifully preserved. The strike is meticulous, and the eye appeal is exemplary.(Registry values: P3, N1793)

3001

1882-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Satin-like surfaces are essentially untoned, and exude pleasing luster. The design elements are sharply struck, with no areas revealing noticeable weakness. Both sides are well preserved, with just a few minor luster grazes occurring on Liberty's cheek and neck.(Registry values: P3, N1793)

3002

1882-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. The 1882-CC and the two successive Carson City issues, 1883-CC and 1884-CC, constitute the most available dollars from this mint. The Treasury Department held back vast quantities of these issues in 1964, later distributing them to dealers and others. Russet patina clings to the margins of this Superb Gem, and an exacting strike emboldens the design elements. Lustrous surfaces are impeccably preserved. Population: 49 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P3, N2998)

3003

1882-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. A bright and shining Superb Gem, sharply struck with impressive cartwheel luster. Light but prominent frost graces the high points on the eagle, with a more subdued appearance on the reverse. Nearly the finest available, with only one higher-graded example certified by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: P3, N2998)

3004

1882-CC $1 MS67 NGC. The obverse features variegated toning ranging from a light silver-gold quadrant to one with light iridescent blue, amber, and copper hues. The reverse boasts just a few hints of copper and peach color, these mostly at the rim. Excellent luster and preservation. Although many thousands of this issue were released through the GSA sales in the 1960s, few are so well-preserved as this Superb Gem. Census: 45 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3, N2998)

3005

1882-CC $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. This is a wonderful Premium Gem whose frosted motifs yield strong contrast with the deeply mirrored fields. Nearly untoned, except for a wisp of gold color along the lower obverse border. A penetrating strike delineates the design elements, including the hair at Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. A few minor obverse luster grazes are noted. Population: 60 in 66 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3, N2998)

3006

1882-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. While numerous examples are extant today of this issue in Deep Mirror Prooflike, very few pieces are Gems. In fact, only 20 pieces have been certified as such by PCGS with only one finer (3/09). This piece is nearly brilliant with a light bit of streaky gray patina on the obverse. Deeply reflective, the devices are moderately frosted and there are no distracting abrasions on either side.(Registry values: P3)

3007

1882-O/S $1 MS64 NGC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. The recessed S under the O is characteristic of VAM-4, as are parallel die polish lines within the confines of Liberty's ear, and two short lines from the edge of Liberty's hair below the upper end of the cap band. The lustrous silver-gray surfaces display hints of light peripheral tan, along with relatively well struck design features. A few scattered minute marks deny Gem status. Very difficult to acquire any finer.(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3008

1882-S $1 MS67 NGC. Sharply struck and brilliant, with a dynamic and well balanced overall appearance. The surfaces are barely disturbed by a few minute marks that do not distract.(Registry values: P1, N991)

3009

1882-S $1 MS67 ★ NGC. CAC. With a mintage of 9.2 million pieces, the 1892-S Morgan silver dollar is available in all grades, and enjoys much popularity as a type coin. The present example is notable for its gorgeous visual appeal, and NGC has awarded the coveted star designation. Fully struck design elements and pristine fields are enhanced by spectacular tones of gold, lavender, and green color. The extraordinary eye appeal is attested by the CAC sticker.(Registry values: P1, N991)

3010

1882-S $1 MS68 ★ NGC. Whispers of light tan-gold color at the obverse margins yield to waves of deep multicolored toning on the left side of the reverse. A well executed strike imparts sharp definition to the design features. Both sides are near pristine. Census: 5 in 68 ★ , 0 finer (7/08).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3011

1882-S $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Excellent field-motif variance shows on both sides of this nicely struck piece. Color free surfaces are minimally abraded. Census: 71 in 65 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3012

1883 $1 MS67 NGC. Decisively struck and shining with carefully preserved surfaces that are entirely deserving of the Superb Gem designation. Occasional hints of reddish color visit otherwise pale silver-gray surfaces. NGC has graded only three numerically finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N1793)

3013

1883-CC $1 MS67 NGC. Sharply struck with bright, essentially untoned surfaces. Whispers of twinkling frost grace the high points of the devices. Though the 1883-CC dollar was well-represented in government holdings, Superb Gems such as the present coin are elusive. Census: 91 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3014

1883-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. With a modest mintage of 1.2 million pieces, the 1883-CC was well represented in the GSA sales, and is available in most Mint State grades today. The issue is scarce at the Superb Gem level, and only three coins have been certified in higher grades by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present example is sharply struck, and features spectacular tones of lavender, green, and gold color on both sides. Overall visual appeal is excellent, as attested by the CAC sticker.(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3015

1883-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. A strongly lustrous Carson City dollar, largely pale silver-gray with occasional glimpses of orange-tan near the rims. The strike is crisp, and the overall eye appeal is understated, yet beautiful. Housed in a green label holder. PCGS has graded only three finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3016

1883-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. A Superb Gem specimen with frosty surfaces and a sharp strike. This lovely example is entirely devoid of toning, beyond a suggestion of gold on Liberty's cheek. It is an exceptional piece with much eye appeal. Although the 1883-CC is one of the common dates among coins released in the 1970s, few can boast such quality. PCGS has only certified three finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3017

1883-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. Intensely brilliant and frosty silver luster is evident on both sides of this entirely untoned Superb Gem. A couple of unbothersome marks can be seen on each side of this remarkable coin. Most likely from the 1970s GSA distribution, this piece is far finer than usually seen. PCGS has only certified three finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3018

1883-CC $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. A blatantly mirrored Carson City dollar with pleasing frost throughout the raised design, particularly on the reverse. A couple of luster grazes on Liberty's portrait and in the fields are all that separate this stunning piece from an even finer grade, where PCGS has certified only two such Deep Mirror Prooflike coins (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3019

1883-CC $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Ex: GSA. Hints of golden patina enrich this predominantly untoned Premium Gem. The fields offer imposing reflectivity. Well struck and bereft of noticeable abrasions. A superior representative of this Carson City type coin. As of (3/09), PCGS has seen a mere two pieces grading higher.(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3020

1883-CC $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. A glorious representative with deeply mirrored fields and highly lustrous devices that exhibit outstanding mint frost. The date is common but the grade is uncommon. There is little doubt that this piece came from the GSA sales of the 1970s, and it ranks among the finest of those pieces. Just two finer examples have been given the DMPL designation by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3021

1883-O $1 MS67 NGC. The 1883-O is one of the more common Morgan dollars in Mint State, evidenced by the tens of thousands certified through MS65. The population drops significantly in Premium Gem, and MS67s such as the current coin are quite scarce. Orange-gold, electric-blue, and lavender patina clings to the margins of this highly lustrous piece. The design features are sharply struck and both sides are impeccably preserved. Census: 26 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N2998)

3022

1883-O $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. CAC. A few wisps of light tan color reside on the central motifs. The sharply struck design elements stand out against the prooflike fields. Minimally abraded with pleasing overall eye appeal. Population: 10 in 66 Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

3023

1883-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Gold peripheral toning with occasional purple accents clings to each side, and deep mirrors highlight lightly frosted, sharply struck motifs. A few minor marks preclude an even higher grade. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 92 in 65, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

3024

1883-S $1 MS63 PCGS. CAC. A brilliant Select example with dazzling luster and no obtrusive marks. Unlike prior S-mint issues, the 1883-S is noted for its scarcity in quality Mint State.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3025

1883-S $1 MS63 PCGS. CAC. Light gold toning adorns this lustrous and precisely struck silver dollar. Pleasing for the grade despite the occasional faint field graze. A better date in Mint State, although overshadowed by the 1884-S.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3026

1883-S $1 MS63 ICG. Strongly lustrous with substantially above-average detail. Light green-gray toning drapes the obverse evenly, with dots of similar color present on the reverse.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3027

1883-S $1 MS63 PCGS. Boldly impressed with strong and shining luster. A few small, scattered marks affect the portrait, but the eye appeal is finer than the Select designation might suggest.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3028

1883-S $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. In spite of its mintage of 6.2 million pieces, the 1883-S Morgan dollar is a difficult coin to locate, especially in Mint State grades. The present coin is an attractive MS64 specimen, Q. David Bowers' recommended Optimal Collecting Grade. Only 37 coins have been certified in higher grades by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). Sharply struck and highly lustrous, a few shallow handling marks on Liberty's cheek probably prevent a higher grade.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3029

1883-S $1 MS64 PCGS. This flashy near-Gem is untoned, and the surfaces display intense cartwheel luster that produces dazzling splendor in the fields, especially when the piece is rotated beneath a lamp. Well struck and attractive, with decent definition in the centers. There are a few scuff marks on each side that preclude a Gem grade assessment.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3030

1883-S $1 MS64 NGC. An excellent example of this extremely challenging San Francisco issue which is infrequently seen in grades approaching Gem and is quite elusive in Gem and finer quality. This example features bright, nearly untoned silvery surfaces with excellent cartwheel luster. A few too many scattered abrasions, including some diagonal marks below Liberty's eye on the obverse limit the grade, but the appeal is still considerable.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3031

1883-S $1 MS64 PCGS. An exceptional near-Gem, this brilliant Morgan has frosty silver luster with no evidence of toning on either side. Very slightly weak at the centers, the remaining obverse and reverse details are strong. Like many issues, this date is scarce in Choice Mint State and rare any finer. PCGS has only certified 18 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3032

1884 $1 MS67 NGC. Never mind that this is one of 23 different Morgan silver dollar issues with mintages over 10 million coins, just try to find a Superb Gem example such as this. NGC has certified only two coins finer. This sharply struck Superb Gem example offers frosty silver luster and brilliant surfaces. Census: 33 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3033

1884 $1 MS67 NGC. A high-mintage issue with surprisingly few MS67 examples known. This is a magnificent coin. The soft, frosted surfaces are mostly brilliant with a slight accent of golden toning on each side. The striking details are fully brought up as one would expect. Census: 33 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3034

1884 $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. Though the luster of this faintly toned Premium Gem is more flashy than mirrored, it possesses ample reflectivity for the Prooflike designation. Crisply struck with a single vertical luster graze visible in the light frost at Liberty's lower jaw. Census: 5 in 66 Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N1793)

3035

1884-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Whispers of golden-tan and bluish-gray patina concentrate at the margins of this lustrous Carson City representative. Relatively strong detail is apparent in the hair over Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. A few inoffensive grazes are noted in the reverse fields, and a minute contact is visible on the cheek.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2, N991)

3036

1884-CC $1 MS67 NGC. The coruscating luster of this Superb Gem is a joy to behold as it dances across the impeccably preserved surfaces. Fully struck and entirely brilliant on the obverse, while the reverse exhibits a faint degree of streaky russet-orange patina. The 1884-CC is a common date in Uncirculated condition through the MS66 grade level, but superior coins like this one are scarce. Census: 84 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3037

1884-CC $1 MS67 Prooflike NGC. While the 1884-CC dollar is relatively common with a Prooflike finish, locating one in this lofty grade is extremely difficult. Both sides of this Superb Gem exhibit fantastic field-motif contrast, and are entirely color free. A well executed strike emboldens the design features, and the surfaces are immaculately preserved. Census: 6 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N4719)

3038

1884-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. VAM-2. The 18 in the date is clearly repunched northwest. Well struck and thoroughly lustrous with honey-gold toning along the reverse periphery. The fields are splendidly preserved, and the cheek has only faint grazes.(Registry values: P2, N991)

3039

1884-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Sharply struck and shining with hints of golden peripheral color surrounding untoned centers. Great reflectivity and eye appeal for this popular Carson City Morgan dollar issue.(Registry values: P2, N991)

3040

1884-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Stunning field-motif contrast shows over both sides of this amazing Gem. The design elements are sharply impressed and the untoned surfaces are minimally abraded.(Registry values: P2, N991)

3041

1884-CC $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. The deeply mirrored fields of this Premium Gem highlight the frosty design elements. These are exquisitely brought up, including sharp definition in the hair at Liberty's ear and on the eagle's breast. Both sides are largely untoned and devoid of all but a few inoffensive grade-consistent grazes. Census: 41 in 66 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3042

1884-O $1 MS67 NGC. Crisply detailed with vibrant luster and carefully preserved surfaces. Essentially brilliant save for a hint of golden-tan at the lower reverse rim. Census: 84 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3043

1884-O $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. The 1884-O Morgan dollar boasts a large mintage of 9.7 million pieces. Examples are available in all grades, and the issue is most popular with type collectors. The present coin possesses reflective fields and frosted devices, with a strong element of contrast. Only some hairlines and a few speckles on the obverse prevent an even higher grade. Population: 51 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3044

1884-O $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Many otherwise common dates in the Morgan dollar series are rare with deeply mirrored fields, and the present 1884-O is just one example. Considerable cameo contrast is the result of deeply mirrored fields and lustrous devices. The obverse has a display of rainbow toning, while the reverse has a ring of pale gold at the border. A wonderful, highly appealing Morgan dollar. Population: 51 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3045

1884-S $1 AU58 PCGS. CAC. The reverse displays booming luster, and the obverse luster is close to complete. This conditionally rare '84-S dollar has rich tobacco-brown toning and only a whisper of wear at the centers.(Registry values: P9, N491)

3046

1884-S $1 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Mike Casper II. Mostly brilliant with traces of hazel and brown toning around the rims. The centers lack some definition, but the remaining details are sharply struck. This conditionally scarce example shows only scattered but insignificant abrasions. Nearly all 1884-S dollars were heavily circulated, and it is a rare pleasure to find one that borders Mint State.(Registry values: P9, N491)

3047

1884-S $1 MS61 PCGS. A mintage of 3.2 million Morgan dollars was accomplished at the San Francisco Mint in 1884. Most of the mintage was released into circulation in the 19th century and most examples seen today are in circulated grades. Q. David Bowers remarks, "Mint State coins are elusive at any and all levels and are keys in the series." The present coin is sharply struck, with brilliant lustrous surfaces. A scattering of small handling marks is consistent with the grade.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

3048

1885 $1 MS67 PCGS. This Superb Gem displays wisps of light tan-gold color on Liberty's portrait and on the eagle and radiates sparkling luster. Both sides are impeccably preserved, and the cheek is exceptionally clean. A crisply struck beauty. PCGS has graded only one finer example (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3049

1885 $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Decisively struck with absolute reflectivity that comes from minimally toned surfaces. A handful of shallow flaws are visible on and near the lower part of Liberty's face. Population: 69 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

3050

1885-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. This is a sharply struck gem, including nice detail in the hair over Liberty's ear and on the eagle's breast feathers. Both sides exude pleasing luster and each displays a hint or two of light tan color. A few grade-consistent marks are visible on Liberty's cheek.(Registry values: P4, N991)

3051

1885-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. This well impressed Premium Gem has delicate tan toning and dazzling cartwheel luster. A splendidly preserved representative of this low mintage Carson City issue.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3052

1885-CC $1 MS66 NGC. Brilliant surfaces are minimally abraded, and exhibit nicely struck design features. From a low mintage of 228,000 pieces.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3053

1885-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. A thin layer of gold patination resides on the lustrous surfaces of this gorgeous Premium Gem, accented with splashes of violet and purple. This sharply struck piece displays a clean cheek and neck. A linear graze in the right obverse field is mentioned for complete accuracy.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3054

1885-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Potent luster exudes from the silver-gray surfaces of this Premium Gem Morgan, and a well directed strike imparts sharp delineation to the design features, including the hair above Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. Nicely preserved, showing just a few minor grazes.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3055

1885-CC $1 MS67 NGC. While always a popular Carson City issue because of its low mintage and high availability in Mint State, the 1885-CC is seldom available in such a superior grade as this piece. Fully struck in all areas, this brilliant coin displays the usual thick mint frost that Carson City coins are known for. However, Carson City dollars are also known for heavy, numerous abrasions--which this piece is profoundly lacking. The cheek of Liberty is smooth and rounded. The fields have just a hint of semiprooflikeness, which adds even more to the coin's overall attractiveness and desirability. Census: 57 in 67, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

3056

1885-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. Sharply struck with powerfully reflective fields and moderate mint frost on the devices. Only a few light grazes visible in the essentially untoned fields preclude an even finer designation.(Registry values: P4, N991)

3057

1885-CC $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. Autumn-gold and ocean-blue freckles adorn the margins of this flashy Premium Gem. Well struck and highly lustrous with a gorgeously preserved reverse. Faint contact on the left obverse cannot deny the eye appeal. A dazzling example of a low mintage Carson City favorite. Population: 28 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3058

1885-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Strongly frosted on the devices with profoundly reflective fields. A few modest abrasions affect each side, yet the overall eye appeal is strong. A great example of this popular Carson City Morgan dollar issue.(Registry values: P4, N991)

3059

1885-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Outstanding reflectivity in the fields with contrasting frost over the devices. Pale emerald accents visit the margins of this otherwise untoned Gem.(Registry values: P4, N991)

3060

1885-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A trifle softly struck in the centers as usual, though the peripheral elements are better-defined than usual. Delightful luster with faintly pink-tinged zones and occasional cloud-gray toning. PCGS has certified 28 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3061

1885-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Fully white and radiantly bright, this Morgan dollar condition rarity is destined for the specialist who cannot get enough frost and flash. This example is fully struck, with few impairments of any sort. The numerous 1885-S dollars in the extensive Redfield hoard did not materially increase the number of full Gem examples, since storage and handling of the Redfield coins left the majority in MS60 to MS63 condition. In MS66, this is a significant, sharply struck piece that provides all the quality that could be asked for. Population: 26 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3062

1885-S $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Deep Mirror Prooflike examples of the 1885-S are rarities regardless of grade. The fields on this delightful near-Gem piece display deep, mirrored reflectivity, and the borders display light peach toning. Remarkable and exciting. Census: 7 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3063

1886 $1 Doubled Die Reverse MS67 NGC. VAM-17. A Top 100 Variety. The "Doubled Arrows" reverse doubled die variant, with a significant shift visible at the bottoms of the fletchings. This strongly struck Superb Gem is impressively lustrous with little patina. The holder shows a vertical scratch over Liberty's portrait that in no way affects the coin.

3064

1886 $1 MS67 PCGS. Powerful, shining luster with above-average definition and eye appeal. Much of each side is pale silver-gray, though an arc of gold-orange and peach appears at the upper left obverse rim. PCGS has graded only three finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3065

1886 $1 MS67 PCGS. Whispers of violet, orange, lilac, and sky-blue make occasional appearances on the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem. Sharply struck and impeccably preserved.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3066

1886-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Light blue-gray and canary-gold color overall. This softly lustrous O-mint piece has above-average central detail, though wispy abrasions preclude a finer designation.(Registry values: P8, N991)

3067

1886-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Faint golden-tan obverse patina cedes to deeper shades of this color palate on the reverse. Lustrous surfaces show the characteristically weak centers, along with a scattering of grade-limiting marks.(Registry values: P8, N991)

3068

1886-O $1 MS63 PCGS. Generally silver-white color with hints of gray-gold in the fields. This modestly abraded Select example offers uncommonly strong eye appeal for an issue rarely recognized that way. The 1886-O dollar is elusive any finer despite a mintage of slightly over 10.7 million pieces.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3069

1886-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Solidly struck for this S-mint issue with strong and shining luster. This vibrant Gem offers great eye appeal with faint hints of cloud-white toning in the fields. PCGS has certified 33 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3070

1886-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Boldly impressed beneath rich gold-orange patina fringed in blue and violet. The obverse shows soft and pleasing luster, while the reverse exhibits strong cartwheels and noteworthy reflectivity. A charming Premium Gem survivor of this lower-mintage San Francisco issue. Population: 29 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3071

1886-S $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. This fully brilliant and frosty Premium Gem has a bold strike with only four or five hair strands over the ear merged together. The 1886-S has a rather low mintage of just 750,000 coins, and it is seldom found in the various Gem grades. The typical Mint State piece is apt to be just MS61 or MS62. Population: 29 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3072

1887 $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. VAM-12, Alligator Eye. A Top 100 Variety. Radiant luster and mark-free surfaces define the grade of this untoned Superb Gem. According to the PCGS Population Report, the majority of certified Alligator Eye dollars reside at the MS63 to MS64 level. Population for the variety: 2 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3073

1887/6 $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. This highly lustrous Gem is untoned aside from an occasional wisp of tan patina. The centers show only a trace of softness, and there are no abrasions of note.(Registry values: P4, N2998)

3074

1887/6 $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. The lower curve of an underdigit 6 is seen both left and right of the base of the 7. This lustrous Gem has a good strike and uncommonly smooth fields. Brilliant save for a glimpse of golden-brown and navy-blue along the right reverse border.(Registry values: P4, N2998)

3075

1887/6 $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. The curve of the base of the underdigit 6 is evident on each side of the base of the 7. The fully mirrored surfaces of this prooflike Gem suggest an early strike, as does the bold overdate feature. This is an extremely important opportunity for the advanced prooflike Morgan collector. Population: 34 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N4719)

3076

1887-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Strongly struck and shining. This appealing Gem has only a few tiny marks on each side, none of which deserves individual mention. PCGS has certified eight finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3077

1887/6-O $1 MS63 PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. This New Orleans overdate variant has enjoyed considerable popularity ever since its first mainstream numismatic listings. The present Select example has peach-kissed silver-white surfaces. Lightly abraded but with appealing luster.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

3078

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The only recorded quantities of Mint State 1887-S Morgan dollars that entered the numismatic market did so in the 1940s and 1950s. These releases have resulted in a fair number of MS61-MS64 examples in today's market, but Gems remain elusive. The borders display dappled golden-brown toning, and the surfaces are smooth save for a subtle reed mark on the eagle's breast. Typically well-produced for the issue, as both sides are sharply struck throughout and exhibit frosty cartwheel luster.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3079

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A well struck Gem with booming luster and light caramel-gold toning. A few faint marks are consistent with the designated grade. The 1887-S is found with little difficulty in MS62 or MS63, but Gems are very scarce.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3080

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. This better date Gem has dazzling cartwheel sheen and a precise strike. Minimally abraded, and lightly toned in chestnut hues. PCGS has certified just 19 pieces above the MS65 level (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3081

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. An appealing Gem with above-average design definition. The silver-white obverse sports strong cartwheel luster, while the reverse offers immense reflectivity.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3082

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Impressively lustrous and well-defined for the issue. Green-gold and yellow peripheral shadings give way to light and subtle grays at the centers. PCGS has graded 19 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3083

1888 $1 MS67 NGC. The 1888 Morgan dollar is one of many plentiful Morgans that become conditionally rare in higher grades. In this case NGC has only certified one finer example, an MS68. A narrow sliver of gold toning at the lower right obverse and reverse borders add to the overall eye appeal of this otherwise brilliant silver piece. Census: 41 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N4719)

3084

1888 $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. An absolutely stunning Gem with extremely deep mirrors that surround the lustrous devices, creating remarkable cameo contrast. Both sides are entirely brilliant with wonderful silver surfaces and no evidence of toning. Although some other issues are rarer in similar quality, this date is elusive and desirable. Population: 40 in 65, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N1793)

3085

1888-S $1 MS65 PCGS. An occasional wisp of golden-tan color visits the lustrous surfaces of this Gem S-mint dollar. The design elements show good detail, except for the usual weak hair over Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. A few minute marks are consistent with the grade designation.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3086

1888-S $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. Regardless of grade or quality, Mint State 1888-S Morgan dollars are scarce, and those with deeply mirrored surfaces are rare. This near-Gem has an amazing strike with brilliant, untoned silver surfaces. The fields are deeply mirrored, especially on the reverse, with amazing eye appeal. Population: 43 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

3087

1889-CC $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Nicely detailed and minimally abraded. Silver-gray surfaces are somewhat subdued from the cleaning.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

3088

1889-CC $1 XF45 PCGS. With an extremely low original mintage of 350,000 pieces, the 1889-CC is the rarest Carson City Morgan dollar by a wide margin. The present coin shows only slight wear on the highest points of the design. There are a minimum number of abrasions for the grade, and the surfaces are accented by light shades of lilac. A truly attractive and more affordable example of one of the great keys in the Morgan dollar series.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

3089

1889-CC $1 XF45 PCGS. This Choice XF is an attractive example of this key-date issue, displaying a deeply toned blend of dusky gray, sky-blue, and golden-tan. Nice definition is apparent on the design elements, as this coin exhibits a better-than-average strike. Both sides are minimally abraded for a coin that has seen some circulation.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

3090

1889-CC $1 AU50 PCGS. Light silver-gray overall with suggestions of green-gold at the margins. This Carson City dollar has modest wear and a handful of significant abrasions, including a vertical one behind Liberty's head, but the overall eye appeal is solid. The 1889-CC is a low-mintage issue that was little-represented in the government holdings released in the 20th century.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

3091

1889-CC $1 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU50 Details. Light silver-gray at the centers with rose-plum elements around the peripheral obverse devices. Though hairlined from a past cleaning, this piece is only modestly worn and retains a degree of its original luster.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

3092

1889-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Writing in his two-volume silver dollar Encyclopedia, Bowers noted that this issue is common in lower Mint State grades, but rare in Gem condition. This lovely example displays untoned surfaces that are highly lustrous. The design elements are generally crisp, with only a whisper of softness noted directly above Liberty's ear, and surface flaws are trivial, as expected for the grade.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3093

1889-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A fantastically lustrous Gem, largely silver-white but with dabs of russet-gold in the fields. Pleasingly detailed for the issue with just a handful of trifling marks.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

3094

1889-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Sharply struck with powerful luster and great eye appeal. This fantastic Gem is essentially silver-white. PCGS has graded 61 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

3095

1889-S $1 MS66 ★ NGC. The obverse is deeply toned in intense iridescent shades of gold, aqua, and mauve, while the reverse offers a more reserved palette featuring pastel lilac. The few marks that reveal themselves under a loupe are few for the Premium Gem level. Of the 25 MS66 examples certified at NGC, this piece is the only Star coin, and there are none finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3096

1890 $1 MS65 NGC. Impressively lustrous and well-defined overall with just a trace of weakness at the hair over Liberty's ear. The minimally toned obverse shows just a few faint luster grazes, though a handful of more significant marks are noted on the eagle's breast.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3097

1890 $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. When encountered, Prooflike dollars from 1890 typically display only modest contrast between the fields and devices. While this piece might lack in mirrors, it makes up for in frostiness on the devices. Unlike many examples of this issue, the central details are sharply defined on each side. Minimally toned overall and carefully preserved. Population: 5 in 65 Prooflike, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

3098

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Glimpses of orange-gold adorn the margins of this exquisitely struck and thoroughly lustrous Carson City near-Gem. Smooth save for inconspicuous contact on the OL in DOLLAR.(Registry values: P5, N991)

3099

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Whispers of golden-orange, purple, and electric-blue cling to the margins of this brightly lustrous near-Gem. A sharply struck piece, evidenced by excellent detail in the hair at Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. Just a few minor marks from full Gem.(Registry values: P5, N991)

3100

1890-CC $1 MS64 NGC. Golden toning graces the periphery, while the semi-reflective fields have a blue cast. The lightly frosted devices have above-average detail. A few minute grazes deny Gem classification.(Registry values: P5, N991)

3101

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Both sides of this near-Gem present as brilliant. A solid strike brings out strong detail on the design features, including the hair over Liberty's ear. A few small abrasions on the cheek preclude Gem status.(Registry values: P5, N991)

3102

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Boldly struck with a bright, brilliant obverse and a deep layer of pleasing, champagne-rose toning across the reverse. A few small marks limit the grade. Housed in a green-label holder.(Registry values: P5, N991)

3103

1890-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. An originally toned Gem, this Morgan has satiny luster beneath iridescent gold and lilac on both sides. With a mintage of 2.3 million coins, the 1890-CC Morgan has the highest production of any Carson City Morgan dollar. But it is far from the most common such issue, since that distinction goes to the 1883-CC or 1884-CC dollar.(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3104

1890-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Several thousand 1890-CC examples have been certified by PCGS and NGC. The population drops significantly after near-Gem, with about 300 MS65s graded, 11 Premium Gems, and none finer. The lustrous surfaces of this Gem exhibit sharply struck design elements, and are minimally abraded. Hints of faint tan-gold color show up on the obverse.(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3105

1890-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Though this issue's mintage of over 2.3 million pieces is the highest among Carson City Morgan dollars, the 1890-CC had little representation in the government releases of the mid-20th century, and Gem and better coins are particularly elusive today. This minimally marked example is shining and essentially silver-white with just a glimpse of rose-gold toning in the fields. PCGS has certified a mere nine finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3106

1890-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Not only is this issue seldom found with Deep Mirror Prooflike fields, but it is rarely sports sharp design features above Liberty's ear. The present example passes both tests and is extremely desirable as such. Gorgeous silver and frost-white color overall with hints of orange at the margins.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3107

1890-O $1 MS65 PCGS. A far above average strike and brilliant, satin luster are the two most important characteristics of this lovely Gem. Excellent surfaces aid to create wonderful eye appeal. PCGS has only certified 19 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3108

1890-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Silver-white dominates on this Gem, though subtle whispers of gold, orange, and rose also visit the fields. An intriguing example with lovely luster. PCGS has graded 19 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3109

1890-O $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Outstanding reflectivity and eye appeal with strong field-to-device contrast. Occasional gold-gray toning is present near the rims. PCGS has graded 17 finer Deep Mirror Prooflike pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N991)

3110

1890-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Like many Morgan dollars at this grade level, the 1890-S is seldom found any finer. This Premium Gem is highly lustrous and fully brilliant with frosty silver surfaces and subliminal gold toning. PCGS has only certified six finer examples of this issue (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3111

1890-S $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. An incredible Premium Gem, this Morgan dollar has mostly light silver luster with faint champagne toning, as well as accents of deeper gold, violet, and blue that deepens toward the borders. The obverse has satiny luster and the reverse has a near prooflike appearance. PCGS has only certified six finer examples.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3112

1890-S $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. CAC. This bright, frosty example is largely untoned and displays noteworthy reflectivity in the fields. Well struck with a bit of typical cloudiness in the minimally marked fields. Census: 10 in 65 Prooflike, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3113

1891 $1 MS65 PCGS. Among P-mint Morgan dollar issues, the 1891-P has perhaps the lowest percentage of Gems from its surviving Mint State population. Most exhibit drab luster and poor highpoint definition, both deficiencies that this remarkable coin easily overcomes. The shimmering, frosty-white surfaces display excellent sharpness and are all but free from abrasions, qualities rarely found on this issue. Population: 95 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3114

1891-CC $1 MS64 NGC. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. A pleasing near-Gem of the oft-seen Spitting Eagle variety. Sweeping luster illuminates nearly untoned fields and devices, although the borders are tan-gold and lime-green.(Registry values: P6, N991)

3115

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. A streak or two of light gold visits the lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem. Fairly well struck, and revealing just a few minute marks that deny Gem status.(Registry values: P6, N991)

3116

1891-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. With a moderate mintage of 1.6 million pieces, the 1891-CC Morgan dollar is always in demand because of the charisma of the Carson City Mint. The present coin is well struck, with pleasing mint luster and attractive accents of lavender toning. The outstanding visual appeal is attested by the CAC sticker.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3117

1891-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. The "Spitting Eagle." This is a lovely Gem with shimmering, satiny mint luster and an opaque layer of stone-white patina across each side. A few minor grazes are observed, mainly in the fields. The '91-CC is somewhat scarce in MS65 condition, although common from MS62 through MS64.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3118

1891-CC $1 MS65 ANACS. From a larger than average Carson City mintage of 1.6 million pieces, the 1891-CC Morgan dollar is always in great demand. The present coin is an attractive specimen, with strong mint luster and intricately detailed devices. The mostly brilliant surfaces are well preserved and display touches of sea-green and purple toning on the obverse periphery. Overall eye appeal is outstanding.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3119

1891-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. A delightful Gem in a green-label PCGS holder, this example is fully lustrous and brilliant with no toning on either side. It is also boldly struck everywhere except the few hair strands immediately over the ear. PCGS has only certified 36 finer 1891-CC Morgan dollars (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3120

1891-CC $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. Strongly struck and flashy with moderate reflectivity in the faintly gray-toned mirrors. Rich frost on the devices adds to the contrast. PCGS has graded 13 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N991)

3121

1891-CC $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike ANACS. A prominently mirrored Carson City dollar that displays noticeable motif-to-field contrast. Dappled honey-gold and steel-gray visit the moderately marked surfaces.(Registry values: P6, N991)

3122

1891-CC $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Profoundly reflective and crisply detailed, though with a handful of abrasions that determine the grade. The obverse is minimally toned, while the reverse has a thin layer of gray patina.(Registry values: P6, N991)

3123

1891-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. The "Spitting Eagle" variety, seen on its share of this later Carson City issue. Prominently mirrored with pleasing preservation. Brilliant save for a blush of milky gray on the right reverse. Encapsulated in an old green label holder. Population: 46 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

3124

1891-O $1 MS65 PCGS. The lover of toned coins will have a field day with this resplendent Gem. Both sides have splendid sea-green, gold, and lilac toning over pewter-gray surfaces. The underlying surfaces have frosty luster and the design details are mostly well brought up, although the hair over Liberty's ear is somewhat weakly defined, as nearly always. Population: 90 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3125

1891-S $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. A minimally toned near-Gem that offers two unusual features for the issue. The fields are profoundly reflective, particularly on the reverse. In addition, the well-defined devices boast ample frostiness. A few patches of green-gray color appear near the eagle's right (facing) wing. Census: 37 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3126

1891-S $1 MS65 Deep Prooflike NGC. Although survivors of this popular issue can often display prooflike tendencies or one-sided DMPL qualities, pieces that qualify as a full Deep Mirror Prooflike are far less numerous. Bring into the equation this issue's greatest nemesis, bagmarks, and a cast of thousands suddenly dwindles down to only a handful of Gems. The surfaces on this glittering, untoned example have even reflectivity from side to side and show only a few widely scattered marks. Census: 5 in 65 Deep Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3127

1892 $1 MS64 PCGS. Highly lustrous and lightly toned with clean fields and a bold strike. The reverse is a minor doubled die, the spread widest near UNITED STATES. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: P6, N991)

3128

1892 $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1892 is the first of the lower mintage P-mint dollars from the mid-1890s. This is an unquestionably original coin whose obverse is covered with speckled multicolored toning. The reverse shows a moderate dusting of peripheral golden patina. Suitably defined for the issue, and the appearance is uncommonly smooth despite a small mark below Liberty's eye. PCGS has graded a mere two finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3129

1892 $1 MS65 PCGS. Generally well impressed, except for typical softness in the hair over Liberty's ear and on the eagle's breast feathers. Both sides are snow-white, with just hints of color near the centers, and the fields are somewhat prooflike. A few light luster grazes are seen in the upper left obverse field, and some faint marks are noted on Liberty's portrait near the jawline; they are not excessive for the MS65 grade assessment.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3130

1892-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. This brilliant Select Carson City dollar provides potent luster and possesses a well preserved reverse. A few light grazes on the cheek decide the grade.(Registry values: P7, N991)

3131

1892-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. Untoned surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements and bright luster. Some scattered light marks preclude a higher grade.(Registry values: P7, N991)

3132

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. With a small mintage of less than 1.4 million pieces, this date is always in great demand. MS64 is Q. David Bowers Optimal Collecting Grade for the date. The present coin is sharply struck and exhibits lustrous surfaces under hints of lilac and crimson toning. Some scattered handling marks on Liberty's cheek and neck probably limit the grade.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3133

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. This is a remarkably impressive example for the MS64 grade level. The surface impairments that keep it from a Gem holder are minor, in terms of the coin's overall quality and eye appeal. Highly lustrous with attractive golden-tan peripheral toning on both sides.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3134

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Well struck on the reverse, there is a bit of softness evident over the ear of Liberty. Exhibiting rich, satiny mint luster, the untoned surfaces show only the slightest evidence of coin-to-coin contact. Two marks are mentioned that limit the grade -- one on Liberty's cheek, the other on the neck.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3135

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. This scarcer date Carson City dollar has dazzling luster and only a wisp of golden patina. The centers display a few faint roller marks, as made, but the strike is generally bold. Well preserved except for a thin mark on the field near the chin. Encapsulated in a green label holder.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3136

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. An incredible 1892-CC Morgan dollar with fully brilliant silver surfaces showing no trace of toning on either side. The obverse is prooflike with a full cameo appearance while the reverse is brilliant with satiny silver surfaces. This is an excellent grade choice for collectors who desire high quality and affordability at the same time.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3137

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Golden-brown patina fills the borders, while the devices and fields are close to brilliant. Lustrous and carefully preserved. The strike is attentive with only minor inexactness on the eagle's breast and the hair above the ear. One of three CC-mint Morgan issues that were unavailable in the GSA auctions.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3138

1892-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1892-CC Morgan dollar boasts a substantial mintage for a Carson City issue, at more than 1.3 million pieces. However, the issue appeared in smaller quantities than most dates in the Treasury releases of the 1960s. The date is in great demand today, and examples at the Gem level are scarce. The present coin is a sharply struck lustrous beauty, with brilliant pristine fields.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3139

1892-CC $1 MS65 NGC. While 1892-CC dollars are available in quantity because of various hoards, most of them are heavily bagmarked and exist in lower grade levels from MS60 to MS62. By contrast, this is a no-questions Gem with great luster and a sharp strike. A few minor obverse luster grazes do not distract. NGC has graded just 13 numerically finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3140

1892-O $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. A better O-mint dollar that boasts coruscating luster and only traces of almond-gold toning. The centers exhibit incompleteness associated with New Orleans strikes of the era.(Registry values: P7, N991)

3141

1892-O $1 MS65 PCGS. According to The Morgan and Peace Dollar Textbook, by Wayne Miller: "The typical 1892-O silver dollar is among the most consistently poorly struck of the Morgan dollars. Most specimens are flat over the ear, and exhibit no breast feathers. Because the strike evidences little variation from coin to coin, it is possible that improper basining of the dies rather than worn dies is the cause of these mediocre specimens. Most 1892-O dollars are heavily abraded as well; luster is usually mediocre."
The current example is a far cry from the above-quoted description. Although it shows some of the typical weakness just above the ear, the breast feathers are at least modestly well defined. Bagmarks are minimal, and the luster quality of the piece is full, flashy, and visually arresting. Little in the way of toning appears on either side, save for a few scattered specks here and there. A shallow mint-made planchet flake resides just below Liberty's jawline and should not be mistaken for an abrasion.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3142

1892-S $1 AU53 PCGS. Soft glimmers of luster remain at the margins of this pale silver-gray example. Modestly worn on the high points with scattered, wispy abrasions in the fields.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3143

1892-S $1 AU55 NGC. Considerable luster remains on both sides of this Choice AU example. The surfaces are essentially brilliant white with faint grayish coloration. Given the substantially higher price level of full Mint State examples, this coin represents an excellent value for the collector.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3144

1893 $1 MS64 NGC. All of the 1893 Morgan dollars are scarce, but the Philadelphia Mint issue is the most available at this grade level, making it a suitable choice for a near-Gem date set. This piece is well struck and lustrous, with chalk-white surfaces that show a few minor scuff marks. There is a small grease stain (as struck) across T in LIBERTY and slightly onto the hair strands below.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3145

1893 $1 MS64 PCGS. Strongly struck and shining. This near-Gem is entirely silver-white save for a few glimpses of gold visible on the portrait. Impressive eye appeal.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3146

1893 $1 MS64 PCGS. Thin layers of cloud-gray toning take on a peach cast over Liberty's portrait. This shining near-Gem is strongly detailed with great eye appeal for the grade.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3147

1893 $1 AU58 Prooflike NGC. This coin is unusual for its combination of a circulated grade and prooflike designation; however, a small amount of rub is evident on the high points and the surfaces are fully mirrored and virtually fully lustrous. Abrasions are in line with what one might expect from a coin that has briefly entered circulation.(Registry values: P7, N491)

3148

1893-CC $1 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. Modest wear blends with the soft strike on the high points. Generally pale silver-gray surfaces show deepening around parts of the devices. Lightly abraded with soft and erratic luster in the fields, the result of a past cleaning.(Registry values: P8, N208)

3149

1893-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. The 1893-CC is the last Carson City Mint silver dollar issue. The partially prooflike fields of this MS62 specimen highlight the motifs. The design elements are generally well struck, save for the usual softness in the centers. Scattered light marks and grazes, very typical of this issue, limit the grade.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3150

1893-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. This semi-prooflike rare date Carson City dollar has a surprisingly unabraded reverse, and the obverse marks are individually of little consequence. Essentially brilliant. The eagle's breast and the hair above the ear show the bluntness associated with this final CC-mint emission.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3151

1893-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. This near-Gem is awash in potent luster, and displays an occasional wisp of barely discernible tan-gold color. The strike is well above average for the issue, evidenced by sharpness in the hair over Liberty's ear, and on the eagle's breast and wing feathers, the latter two elements usually revealing significant weakness (David Bowers, 2005). A few mild obverse grazes keep from full Gem, but these are a far cry from the "excessive bagmarks" often seen. PCGS and NGC combined have certified only 16 pieces grading higher (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3152

1893-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. The 1893-CC Morgan dollar boasts a low mintage of 677,000 pieces and is the last date of issue from the Carson City Mint. The present coin is a beautiful specimen, with strong mint luster in the fields and frosty devices. The strike is sharpest on the reverse. Only 16 coins have been certified in higher numerical grade by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3153

1893-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. This strongly lustrous final-year Carson City dollar shows a degree of reflectivity in the faintly toned fields, though not enough for a Prooflike designation. The strike is above-average, and only a few tiny abrasions on the portrait combine to preclude Gem status. PCGS has certified just nine finer examples of this popular key issue (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3154

1893-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. The 1893-CC rang down the curtain on the legendary performance of the Carson City Mint in the role of Morgan dollar manufacturer. It is unfortunate that the last issue is not the best-produced, but such is the case. The present piece shows the typically weak strike on the hair over Liberty's ear, but happily, singular abrasions are few save on Liberty's cheek. Satiny luster and clean fields elsewhere, especially on the reverse, more than compensate. PCGS has certified only nine examples in finer grade (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3155

1893-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Ex: D. Young Collection. This semi-key Carson City near-Gem displays vibrant cartwheel luster, and the strike is meticulous throughout. Each side has wisps of sun-gold toning, but the carefully preserved surfaces are nonetheless close to brilliant. Nearly uncollectible any finer. The final year of the Carson City Mint, which had higher operating costs per coin produced than the other branch mints of the day, New Orleans and San Francisco. The Carson City facility officially became an assay office in 1899, and finally closed in 1933. The building still stands today, and operates as a museum.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3156

1893-O $1 MS62 NGC. As Q. David Bowers writes in his Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, "If you like a challenge, the 1893-O presents one." This unworn example, silver-gray with hints of tan and blue, is appealing despite typical softness of strike and luster. Minimally abraded for the grade.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3157

1893-O $1 MS64 PCGS. The 1893-O Morgan dollar is one of several challenging issues for the year, with just 300,000 pieces coined. This charming near-Gem offers strong, pleasing luster. Each side is minimally toned save for hints of green-gold at the rims. PCGS has graded seven finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N4719)

3158

1893-S $1 Good 6 PCGS. Though high-grade 1893-S survivors may be rarer, even lower-tier examples of this issue cannot meet collectors' unceasing demand. The present coin, though extensively worn with several small digs in the silver-gray fields, is an authentically pleasing representative of this challenging issue.(Registry values: P10, N1)

3159

1893-S $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. The light silver-gray surfaces are somewhat bright from improper cleaning, but there is adequate remaining detail for the VG grade. Shallow scratches and wispy hairlines are noted on each side. This low mintage key issue quickly becomes too expensive for the average collector in finer grades.(Registry values: P10, N1)

3160

1893-S $1 --Harshly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. Harshly cleaned with dull, iron-gray surfaces that show numerous small to moderate marks on each side, and noticeable granularity in the fields. An affordable example of this key date Morgan dollar.(Registry values: P10, N1)

3161

1893-S $1 VG10 ICG. A well-circulated example with generally light silver-gray surfaces that show some deepening close to the devices. Small digs are present in the fields, while the portrait shows a few wispy scratches; when the coin is turned to the side, the same scratches appear to form the letters 'EE'.(Registry values: P10, N1)

3162

1893-S $1 --Harshly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. Magnification brings out distributed fine hairlines on each side of this key date Morgan. A good amount of detail still shows on the design elements despite moderate wear, and silver-gray surfaces display slightly deeper hues in some of the recessed areas. Minimally abraded for a moderately circulated coin.(Registry values: P10, N1)

3163

1893-S $1 Fine 12 PCGS. The 1893-S boasts the lowest mintage of the series and is the acknowledged key to any Morgan dollar collection. The coin offered here is an affordable and immanently acceptable specimen. Moderate, even wear has left much detail remaining on the hair and profile. The eagle's breast is worn smooth, but much detail is still evident on the wings and head. There are no individually distracting blemishes, truly a "no problems" coin.(Registry values: P10, N1)

3164

1893-S $1 VF25 PCGS. The important key-date in a middle circulated grade, this piece should appeal to a large audience of collectors who lack an example, or may be looking to upgrade an existing specimen. The surfaces are medium to dark gray, slightly lighter on the high points of the design.(Registry values: P10, N1793)

3165

1893-S $1 --Whizzed--NCS. XF Details. The untoned surfaces reveal some light hairlines, and have been dulled by the whizzing. Relatively nice detail is apparent on the design features. Minute abrasions are visible over both sides, being somewhat more prominent on Liberty's cheek and neck.(Registry values: P10, N2998)

3166

1893-S $1 XF40 PCGS. "Rare in all grades," "major key," "the object of great desire," "highly desired in all grades"; such are the usual descriptions for this coin. Even a quick glance through Morgan dollar price lists will quickly identify the 1893-S as a key date. The mintage is the lowest of the series (except for the apparently nonexistent 1895-dated business strike coins), and many of those were likely melted. Though a few thousand have been certified, most grade VF or lower. Remarkably clean surfaces, the high points show light friction from a brief time in circulation. Much original brilliance remains overall with light tan patina over the highest portions of the design elements.(Registry values: P10, N2998)

3167

1893-S $1 XF45 PCGS. Considering its status as a scarce and highly desirable key date, it is unsurprising that examples of the 1893-S Morgan dollar are eagerly pursued whenever they appear in a public auction. Indeed, few U.S. coins are so easy to sell. This Choice XF example has smooth surfaces that display light grayish-tan coloration. Only typical slight wear is evident for the grade, and there are just a handful of minor marks on each side.(Registry values: P10, N2998)

3168

1894 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. This low-mintage issue (110,000 business strikes) is highly desired in all grades, even with minor impairments. This lightly cleaned AU Details specimen displays medium toning hugging the lower left obverse rim. The design elements show relatively strong detail, and a few minute circulation marks are visible on the obverse.(Registry values: P8, N991)

3169

1894 $1 AU55 ANACS. The 1894 Morgan dollar is a keenly sought key date in the series, by virtue of its extremely low mintage of just 110,000 business strikes. This is a high-end Choice AU example, with light dove-gray toning and clean surfaces. High point wear is minimal.(Registry values: P8, N991)

3170

1894 $1 AU55 PCGS. The obverse shows slight striking softness at the center, along with a touch of rub, but the reverse is boldly impressed. Modestly marked with ample remaining luster, a solid example of this popular and low-mintage Philadelphia issue.(Registry values: P8, N991)

3171

1894 $1 MS61 PCGS. Incisively struck with dazzling luster and only a whisper of golden toning. Minor grazes are present, but are fewer in number than is expected of the grade. The lowest mintage of any business Morgan dollar issue, except for the 1893-S and the unconfirmed 1895.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

3172

1894 $1 MS63 PCGS. Only 110,000 pieces were struck for circulation of the 1894 dollar. So few high grade Uncirculated pieces are known that the price of proof 1894s has long been elevated above other dates with similar mintages and survival rates. This is a solid Mint State coin that has smooth, satiny mint luster over both sides. Mostly brilliant; there is an accent of soft golden patina around the obverse and reverse rims. Well, but not fully struck; there are minimal abrasions present for a coin of this grade.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3173

1894 $1 MS63 PCGS. The 1894 Morgan dollar has the second-lowest business strike mintage of the entire series, behind only the 1893-S (excluding the probably mythical 1895). This is a bright, attractive, Select Mint State representative with untoned stone-white surfaces that show only typical marks for the grade. Housed in an early generation PCGS holder.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3174

1894 $1 MS63 PCGS. The key rarity among business strike Morgans coined at the Philadelphia Mint, with an original production that was limited to a mere 110,000 coins. The massive production of earlier and later years took a breather from 1893 to 1895, with generally low mintages at all the Mints. This brilliant Mint State example has full satin luster with excellent surfaces for the grade.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3175

1894 $1 MS64 NGC. The 1894 is one of the most popular P-mint Morgan dollar due to its memorably low mintage, and a survival rate in Gem condition that is on the small side. This near-Gem boasts splendid luster over silver-white surfaces that show little distraction of any sort. A couple of abrasions on Liberty's lower jaw account for the grade, but the excellent luster and frosty overall eye appeal more than compensate. NGC has certified only four examples finer (3/09).(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3176

1894-S $1 MS64 NGC. This stone-white near-Gem has semi-prooflike fields. The moderate reflectivity is caused by myriad mint-made die polish lines, presumably from an attempt to efface clash marks from the dies. Nicely struck and highly lustrous with scattered minor contact.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

3177

1894-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A rolling cartwheel sheen enlivens the silver-white surfaces of this attractive Gem. There is slight striking weakness on the hair detail directly above the ear and on the eagle's breast, where several bagmarks are also present. According to Bowers (1993): "MS-65 pieces are rare; only about 250 to 500 are known."(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3178

1894-S $1 MS65 PCGS. This thoroughly lustrous Gem has a good strike, and is nearly unabraded save for faint grazes near the bust tip and a minor reed mark beneath the E in STATES. Close to brilliant, although prolonged evaluation reveals a hint of tan toning on Liberty's neck. A scarce lower mintage issue from a challenging year of Morgan dollar production.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3179

1895-O $1 AU55 PCGS. Hints of champagne patina make their way to both sides, each of which retains luster in the recessed areas. Nicely struck and minimally abraded.(Registry values: P9, N991)

3180

1895-O $1 AU58 PCGS. Both sides of this splendid near-Mint example are fully brilliant with white-silver luster. The strike is slightly shallow over Liberty's ear and on the eagle's breast feathers, and that, combined with slight wear on the highpoints, accounts for the grade. Strong overall eye appeal.(Registry values: P9, N991)

3181

1895-O $1 AU58 NGC. The 1895-O Morgan dollar boasts a low mintage of 450,000 pieces. The date was not well represented in any of the Treasury releases, and most examples seen are in circulated grades. The coin offered here shows just a touch of friction on the highest points of the design. Much original luster remains and abrasions are minimal. A shallow scratch on Liberty's neck and a nick in the field above the first t in trust are mentioned for completeness.(Registry values: P9, N991)

3182

1895-S $1 AU50 PCGS. A silver-gray rare date silver dollar with plentiful luster throughout the legends, stars, wings, and hair. A few unimportant facial marks are consistent with moderate circulation.(Registry values: P8, N991)

3183

1895-S $1 MS63 NGC. Q. David Bowers writes in his Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars that for the 1895-S, an example that is "MS-63 or finer, with minimum bagmarks, is a numismatic find and very special." Though this pleasingly lustrous coin shows a number of pinpoint marks, it is devoid of overt abrasions. Peripheral toning is golden-brown and orange with a touch of magenta.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3184

1895-S $1 MS63 PCGS. The 1895-S Morgan is the only moderately priced dollar of the date. The 1895-O is a major condition rarity and the 1895 is only available as a proof. This piece has exceptional silver luster with excellent satin surfaces and bold design features. An excellent opportunity to add this date to a Morgan dollar registry set.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

3185

1896 $1 MS67 PCGS. The 1896 Morgan dollar has earned little respect over the years, being one of the most abundantly available issues in the entire series. Bowers (1993) opines that there are probably at least half a million Mint State examples extant, and possibly well over a million. Third-party population data confirms that the 1896 is not scarce in Uncirculated grades up to and including MS65. The certified number drops in MS66, but there are still over 1,000 coins encapsulated at that level by the two major services. At MS67, however, there are just 70 pieces certified, with none finer (3/09). This is a bright, intensely brilliant, fully struck specimen with well preserved surfaces. A superficial abrasion is noted just above Liberty's eye, but the overall quality of the coin is exceptional. (Registry values: P2, N2998)

3186

1896-O $1 MS62 PCGS. The 1896-O is an elusive dollar issue in virtually all Mint State grades, particularly with strong eye appeal. This is a lustrous representative with golden-brown shades near the rims. The centers exhibit typical incompleteness, but the only noticeable mark is relegated to the chin.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

3187

1896-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Above-average luster for the issue, though the centers exhibit characteristic striking softness. Minimally marked for the grade with solid visual appeal.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

3188

1896-S $1 MS62 PCGS. A key issue in the Morgan dollar series, the 1896-S is typically found in circulated grades. This attractive Mint State example has fully brilliant, untoned satin luster with grade-consistent abrasions that are primarily found on the obverse. Select Mint State examples of this date provide an excellent compromise between grade and price.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3189

1896-S $1 MS63 PCGS. Typically struck with tremendous mint frost across each side, and brilliant silver surfaces that exhibit not even a trace amount of toning on either side. The obverse has a mildly scuffy appearance that accounts for the grade, but the reverse is surprisingly clean and would certainly grade at least one point higher on its own merits. An attractive Select example from the San Francisco Mint.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3190

1897-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Rich golden-brown toning drapes this lustrous and only moderately abraded better date New Orleans dollar. Despite a mintage of more than 4 million pieces, the 1897-O is elusive in Mint State.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3192

1898 $1 MS67 PCGS. With a large original mintage of 5.9 million pieces, the 1898 Morgan Dollar is an available date in all grades up to the MS65 level. At the Premium Gem level, the issue is scarce, and only 40 coins have been certified at the Superb Gem level by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present coin is fully struck, with crisp detail evident on the hair and eagle's breast. The fields are virtually flawless, with strong mint luster. Overall eye appeal is extraordinary.(Registry values: P2, N4719)

3193

1898-O $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. A brilliant and well struck Premium Gem with deeply-mirrored fields and exquisitely preserved surfaces. Just a few minor marks are visible on the obverse, but these are only visible under close examination. While not a rare issue, it would be an arduous task to find a more pleasing example. PCGS has graded just three finer Deep Mirror Prooflike pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3194

1898-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Though the obverse shows a touch of central striking softness, the reverse of this lustrous piece is well-defined. A charming Gem that shows whispers of peach patina in the fields.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3195

1898-S $1 MS66 PCGS. The 1898-S was paid out into circulation over decades, and it was only in the 1970s that collectors began to notice that higher quality Mint State coins were scarce. Between MS65 and MS66 there is a dramatic decline in the availability of this date and mintmark. This is a brilliant coin with flashy, semiprooflike fields. An especially pleasing piece that is only a few minor luster grazes away from a Superb designation. Population: 60 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3196

1898-S $1 MS66 NGC. This is a highly lustrous and remarkably attractive Gem with fully brilliant and frosty silver luster and no evidence of toning on either side. Both sides are sharply struck. The importance of this opportunity cannot be overemphasized, for few finer examples have ever been certified. Among non-prooflike examples, PCGS and NGC have graded a total of just four finer coins. Census: 12 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3197

1899-O $1 MS67 PCGS. A precisely struck and highly lustrous Superb Gem that exhibits faint gold toning and a clean appearance. Scarce in such lofty grade. Population: 86 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3198

1899-O $1 MS67 NGC. A superior example of this common O-mint dollar that was released by the Treasury in large numbers in the early 1960s. The surfaces are bright with just a hint of patina and the satiny luster shimmers with undiminished intensity. Sharply struck throughout, there are no obvious or distracting abrasions on either side. Census: 86 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

3199

1899-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. VAM-7. A Top 100 Variety. The 9s in the date are relatively widely repunched. The variety is undesignated on the PCGS insert. This lustrous and nearly brilliant Gem is gorgeous, limited in grade only by a hair-thin mark on the upper lip.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3200

1899-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Whispers of light tan and gray patina are seen over the lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem, especially on the reverse, and the design features are generally well impressed, save for minor softness on the hair above Liberty's ear. A nicely preserved piece. Population: 98 in 66, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3201

1899-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Above-average design definition with pale silver-gray surfaces. Though a mark is noted on Liberty's jaw, the rest of the piece is essentially unabraded. San Francisco Morgan dollars struck between 1898 and 1904 are invariably difficult in Mint State, and rare at the Premium Gem level. For the '99-S, PCGS has graded a mere eight finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3202

1899-S $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. A stunning brilliant near-Gem with deeply mirrored fields and exceptional cameo contrast. Few 1899-S Morgan dollars can match the quality of this Choice example, and rarely is a finer piece certified with such amazing eye appeal. A few scattered surface marks that are reflected in the fields limit the grade of this appealing piece. Population: 23 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3203

1900 $1 MS67 NGC. A strongly lustrous Superb Gem that is well-defined overall, with only a hint of softness visible at the hair over Liberty's ear. Largely pale silver-gray color, though peripheral golden tints are visible, as is a faint fingerprint at the lower reverse. Census: 34 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N4719)

3204

1900-O/CC $1 MS65 NGC. VAM-12, Top 100 Variety. The outline of the partially effaced Carson City mintmark is obvious on each side the prominent O mintmark. A lustrous Gem with a completely untoned appearance, a sharp strike, and immaculate surfaces. The Carson City Mint struck its final coin in 1893, but it continued to serve as an assay office for some years afterwards. By 1900, it was clear that it would never operate as a mint again. Rather than waste perfectly good dies that bore the now obsolete CC mintmark, these dies were repunched with an O mintmark, and put into production.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3205

1900-O/CC $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-8A. A Top 100 Variety. Well struck and pleasingly preserved with strong luster. The obverse exhibits rose-gray, orange, and violet-blue patina, while the reverse offers virtual brilliance.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3206

1900-O/CC $1 MS66 PCGS. VAM-12. A Top 100 Variety. A later die state of this VAM than normally seen, and without the usual die crack across the bottom of Liberty's bust. Well struck and intensely lustrous, with bright silver-white surfaces that only show a few minuscule marks. An interesting high-end piece for the VAM specialist.(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3207

1900-O/CC $1 MS66 PCGS. VAM-12. Heavy die polishing is visible above the mintmark, through the ribbon bow. A frosty Premium Gem with brilliant, untoned silver surfaces. The obverse and reverse design motifs are boldly rendered, with only slight merging of the hair strands over Liberty's ear. VAM-8 and VAM-12 each have an interest factor of "I-5" per the VAM reference, the highest interest factor of any O over CC variety.(Registry values: P5, N2998)

3208

1901 $1 MS62 PCGS. The 1901 is the great 20th century conditional rarity within the Morgan dollar series. Most of the mintage of nearly 7 million pieces must have participated in the Pittman Act of 1918 melt (which was actually carried out in 1919 and 1920), since the issue is rarely seen above the MS63 level. This slightly gold-toned example delivers unbroken cartwheel sheen, and the strike is precise, particularly at the centers.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

3209

1901 $1 MS62 NGC. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. New collectors of the series are at first unimpressed by the 1901 Morgan dollar, which records a plentiful production of nearly 7 million pieces. Not especially rare in VF and lower grades, the issue emerges as a surprising scarcity in AU, and is quite rare in Mint State. In fact, Bowers (1993) writes, "Of all Philadelphia Mint business strike dollars, excepting the spectral 1895, the 1901 is the rarest in Mint State." It is even more difficult in Uncirculated grades than the 1894, which had a scant mintage of 110,000 pieces. Perhaps the issue went directly into circulation, and the majority of any Uncirculated Treasury holdovers became part of the great 1918 Pittman Act melt. Regardless of the reason for its rarity, an Uncirculated 1901 Morgan dollar is highly desirable, particularly when it is as fully lustrous as the present piece. This nearly brilliant piece has a remarkably unabraded obverse, and the reverse is also clean aside from a milling mark on the eagle's belly and a mint-made strike-through beneath the first T in TRUST.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

3210

1901 $1 MS63 NGC. Bright luster exudes from both sides of this Select Morgan. The design elements are better struck than ordinarily seen, though the centers reveal some softness. Untoned surfaces show a few minor grazes and marks. Most of the nearly 7 million-piece mintage was apparently melted under the 1918 Pittman Act.(Registry values: P9, N4719)

3211

1901 $1 MS63 NGC. Rich sea-green and caramel-gold toning drapes this satiny and minimally abraded example. The 1901 is an important condition rarity, especially in higher grades. Even at this modest Select Mint State grade, NGC has only certified 21 submissions in finer grades. One has to wonder what happened to most of the mintage of nearly 7 million pieces. Perhaps many '01 bags participated in the Pittman Act melt.(Registry values: P9, N4719)

3212

1901 $1 MS63 PCGS. Despite a large mintage of nearly 7 million pieces, the 1901 Morgan dollar is seldom encountered in Mint State grades. Q. David Bowers evaluates the issue as "second only to the 1896-O in terms of absolute rarity at the Gem level." The present coin is sharply struck, with lustrous surfaces, and displays a light lavender patina. The surfaces show a minimum number of handling marks for the grade. Only 43 coins have been awarded a numerically higher grade at NGC and PCGS combined (3/09).(Registry values: P9, N4719)

3213

1901-O $1 MS66 PCGS. A bit weak on the hair strands just above Liberty's ear, but sharply struck on the other design elements. Essentially brilliant with lovely ice-blue color in the fields. An alluring Premium Gem with minimal marks.(Registry values: P2, N1793)

3214

1901-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Exquisitely detailed at the high points of each side, a place where many 1901-S dollars are weak. This shining Choice example is generally pale silver-gray with elements of gold-orange near the rims.(Registry values: P6, N991)

3215

1901-S $1 MS65 PCGS. This flashy Gem example displays intense mint frost over both sides. The central elements are somewhat weakly defined, a typical feature of some 1901-S dollars. The surfaces are impressively preserved, however, and surface marks are minimal. This piece is essentially white and untoned on the obverse, but a slight golden cast is noted on the reverse.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3216

1901-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Faint traces of deep gold toning augment the otherwise entirely brilliant and lustrous silver surfaces of this attractive Gem. Typical of most 1901-S dollars, the strike is rather weak at the centers. An important condition rarity, PCGS has only certified 27 finer examples.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3217

1901-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Both sides of this marvelous Premium Gem coin are covered with an overlay of intense, clearly original caramel-gold coloration that deepens into tinges of ice-blue at the rims on each side. Relevant contact marks are few on this late S-mint semikey in the Morgan series, but the eye appeal is enormous for the color enthusiasts among our collector base. Population: 26 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N4719)

3218

1902-S $1 MS66 PCGS. The 1902-S is a moderately scarce issue among late-date dollars. Only 1.53 million pieces were produced, with Gems especially elusive. In MS66 condition only 28 pieces have been certified by PCGS, with a mere four coins finer (3/09). This is an especially attractive example that has shimmering mint luster unaffected by the abrasions usually seen on 1902-S dollars. This example is a bit softly struck in the centers; faint roller marks are noted across Liberty's cheek. Brilliant except for a touch of color at the top of the obverse. Population: 28 in 66, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

3219

1903 $1 MS67 NGC. Superb in every respect, a gorgeous coin with vibrant luster, pinpoint definition, and minimally marked surfaces. Minimally toned save for glints of ice-blue in the fields.(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3220

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. Mottled, attractive shades of ice-blue, copper-gold, and amber, particularly about the peripheries, imbue this with eye appeal far superior to most survivors of this issue. As expected for the grade, there are few abrasions of any size. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3221

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. Ex: Jackson Hole. Wayne Miller calls this issue the best-produced Morgan dollar ever from the Philadelphia Mint. The current Superb Gem offering is consistent with his assessment, as it offers a uniformly sharp, clear striking impression on all of the design elements. The brilliant surfaces display vibrant satin luster and are nearly mark-free on both sides. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3222

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. This satiny Superb Gem has a thin sliver of light gold toning at the lower obverse border, and even lighter gold along part of the reverse border. Both sides are highly lustrous and sharply detailed, save for the few strands of hair over Liberty's ear that are nearly always merged together. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3223

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. This fully brilliant Superb Gem has entirely white surfaces with no toning on either side. The hair strands over Liberty's ear are slightly merged, but the remaining details are bold. The pristine surfaces are, for all practical purposes, free of any and all blemishes. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3224

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. A wonderful Superb Gem with thin crescents of rainbow toning at the top and bottom obverse border, and splashes of pale gold along the reverse border. This bold example has excellent design definition with satiny silver luster. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3225

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. Ex: Larry Shapiro. A splendid Superb Gem, this Morgan dollar has satiny brilliance with exceptionally sharp design details, including fully defined hair strands over Liberty's ear. Wispy champagne toning is evident primarily on the obverse. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3226

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. Both sides of this Superb Gem yield attractive luster, and each displays whispers of deep golden-brown patina at the peripheries, joined by traces of electric-blue on the reverse. Precise detail occurs on the design features, including the hair above Liberty's ear. Well preserved surfaces reveal just a few minuscule grade-consistent marks. Population: 63 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

3227

1903-O $1 MS67 NGC. The 1903-O dollar is readily available through the Gem level. Premium Gems are challenging, and anything finer is scarce to rare. The lustrous surfaces of this Superb Gem exhibit sharply struck design features, including the hair over Liberty's ear. Untoned and impeccably preserved. Census: 37 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N2998)

3228

1903-O $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. A sharply struck and brilliant Gem that has a nearly immaculate portrait and refreshingly undisturbed fields. Very elusive until a 1962 release from the Philadelphia Mint (David Bowers, 2005). The 1903-O is not often found with prooflike surfaces. Census: 10 in 65 Prooflike, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

3229

1903-O $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. A sharply struck and brilliant Premium Gem that has a nearly immaculate portrait and refreshingly minimally undisturbed fields. In addition to its status as the scarcest twentieth century New Orleans issue, the 1903-O is seldom found with prooflike surfaces, as the population figures attest. NGC and PCGS combined have seen only nine coins in this grade level that exhibit a prooflike finish, and only one piece grading finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4, N7079)

3230

1903-S $1 AU55 PCGS. The 1903-S is the key 20th century San Francisco issue. Most pieces went directly into West Coast circulation, and grade XF or lower. A nearly untoned example that has light wear at the centers and flashy luster within protected areas.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

3231

1903-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The intense luster quality, combined with lovely red-brown peripheral toning on both sides, virtually ensures the superior eye appeal of this coin. Typically well struck, with only a few surface marks, this example is an unquestioned Gem. According to Bowers: "Most 1903-S dollars are well struck, lustrous, and quite beautiful. The main problem is that there are not enough coins to satisfy the demand, and the issue has become high priced. This is an important, key issue."(Registry values: P7, N4719)

3232

1904 $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. Well mirrored fields, more so on the reverse, affirm the Prooflike designation, complementing moderate mint frost on the devices. Smooth overall despite a few minute marks near Liberty's eye. Delicate gold toning is limited to the margins. In a prior generation holder. Census: 10 in 64 Prooflike, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

3233

1904-O $1 MS67 PCGS. The 1904-O was the last silver dollar struck at New Orleans; by the time the denomination was revived in 1921, that Mint had not struck a coin in more than a decade. This Superb Gem is tied for numerically finest known to NGC or PCGS (3/09). Pale silver-gray surfaces offer lovely, swirling luster beneath faint milky patina. Carefully preserved and gorgeous.(Registry values: P1, N2998)

3234

1904-O $1 MS67 NGC. A strongly lustrous Superb Gem that shows only occasional hints of silver-gray patina. The peripheral design definition is pleasing, but the central strike is more average with softness visible on the eagle's talons and the nearby arrows. Census: 75 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N2998)

3235

1904-O $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. The 1904-O is a rather plentiful issue, thanks to the 1962 Treasury release (David Bowers, 2006). However, Deep Mirror Prooflike specimens at the MS66 level are more difficult to locate. This example displays mild field-motif contrast, and is untoned save for a blush of light tan-gold on Liberty's portrait. Relatively well struck and minimally abraded. Population: 19 in 66 DMPL, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N2998)

3236

1904-S $1 MS64 PCGS. This near-Gem offers bright, sparkling mint luster and brilliant centers, a far cry from the more drab appearance often associated with the 1904-S dollar. Green-gold, orange, and blue peripheral shadings add to the eye appeal, and the central definition is slightly above-average. Housed in a first-generation holder.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

3237

1921 $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. A few gold speckles visit the prooflike surfaces of this near-Gem. Nicely struck and showing just a few grade-defining marks. Population: 85 in 64 Prooflike, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1, N208)

Proof Morgan Dollars

3238

1878 8TF $1 PR66 PCGS. VAM-14.3. Deeply toned across both sides in gorgeous shades of rose-gray and mottled forest-green. This Premium Gem specimen, from the first Morgan dollar proof type, is crisply and fully struck on all design elements. Excellent preservation has kept the piece from acquiring any unwanted hairlines or bothersome contact marks. From a small mintage of just 500 coins, and highly desirable to type collectors. Population: 9 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3239

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 PR65 NGC. The Reverse of 1878 shows a flat eagle's breast and parallel arrow feathers. Van Allen and Mallis estimate that 200 proofs were struck, but the mintage is unknown. This example offers deep pinkish-gray toning in the centers, surrounded by iridescent steel-blue. A small strike-through is noted in the left obverse field. Few contact marks are seen, although the muted luster perhaps precludes a finer grade. Census: 14 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3240

1880 $1 PR63 PCGS. Delicate chestnut toning visits this flashy and crisply struck Select specimen. A strong loupe reveals trivial field hairlines, but the eye appeal is superior for the grade. A worthy candidate for a silver proof type set.(Registry values: N1793)

3241

1880 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. This virtually pristine Superb Gem proof has a beautifully brilliant appearance, with snow-white devices and watery, ice-blue fields. Striking detail and surface preservation are near-perfect. Two or three faint lines are noted for accuracy's sake on Liberty's face. An impressive degree of white-on-black contrast exists on each side of this lovely specimen. Conditionally scarce in PR67 Cameo, and rare any finer. Census: 29 in 67 Cameo, 14 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3242

1882 $1 PR67 NGC. A well-produced proof dollar that would make a perfect high-grade type coin. The fields are deeply mirrored, and the devices display light mint frost that gives each side a moderate cameo effect. Lightly toned and nearly perfect. Census: 21 in 67, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3243

1882 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Fully struck and essentially pristine, this is a great Superb Gem example. The fields are glassy and highly reflective, and the devices are sharply frosted, creating a noteworthy degree of cameo contrast on both sides. Bowers and Miller both point out that specimens of this date tend to come with good cameo contrast, but only 14 pieces have so far been designated as PR67 Cameo by the two major grading services combined, with just three finer in Cameo condition (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3244

1883 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. Ex: Chappell Collection. A hint of champagne toning has gathered along the obverse and reverse borders of this Superb Gem proof. The devices are fully brilliant and contrast nicely with the deeply mirrored fields. Every design element is intricately defined. Like most, the contrast on the obverse of this piece is lighter than on the reverse, yet both sides easily qualify for the Cameo designation.
Few proof Morgan dollars can equal this piece for its remarkable aesthetic appeal. It is a coin that will be enjoyed by the connoisseur, suitable for nearly any collection. Census: 5 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3245

1884 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. This is a highly impressive specimen, with razor-sharp definition on all of the design motifs, and marvelous surface preservation throughout. Icy-white frosted devices seem to be suspended above watery, deep mirror fields. One of the finest-known survivors from this popular proof issue. Census: 8 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3246

1885 $1 PR66 Cameo PCGS. VAM-5, Doubled 85. Also listed as Breen-1 in his Proof Encyclopedia. The doubling is most apparent at the bottom of the 5, beneath the knob, and less so at the bottom of the second 8. The proof mintage of 930 pieces contrasts starkly with the enormous business strike mintage approaching 18 million pieces, yet in another way the business strikes and proofs share something in common: generally sharp strikes. Of course, the multiply struck proofs are far sharper, and they generally are found with good cameo contrast, such as on the present piece. This coin is essentially untoned, with superb silver-on-black contrast between the fields and the devices. While the VAM variety likely carries little premium as an R.3 coin, it does add extra pizzazz to this already-delightful piece. Population: 12 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3247

1887 $1 PR63 PCGS. A needle-sharp Select proof Morgan dollar. Only faintly toned, and the few delicate field hairlines are accounted for in the grade. Far scarcer than its business strike counterpart, which had a production of over 20 million pieces. By comparison, a stingy 710 proofs were struck. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

3248

1888 $1 PR65 NGC. Brilliant throughout with nicely mirrored fields and problem-free surfaces. The devices are lightly frosted, giving the coin mild field-to-device contrast. There is just a bit of high point definition missing over the ear of Liberty, as is often found on 1888 proof dollars. Scarce in Gem condition. Census: 19 in 65, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3249

1893 $1 PR64 NGC. An impressive near-Gem example of this popular and well produced date in the proof series of Morgan dollars. The surfaces have a light overlay of gray patina, but the underlying reflectivity is not obscured. Close to Gem quality and excellent value for the collector.(Registry values: N2998)

3250

1898 $1 PR63 PCGS. This piece has a somewhat subdued appearance, partly due to the light coating of creamy patina that covers the surfaces. The design elements are crisply struck with the expected sharpness of a proof. Faint hairlines appear in the fields, but contact marks are not found on either side.(Registry values: N1793)

3251

1898 $1 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. Unlike many Deep Cameo Morgan dollars, this specimen shows hints of silver-gray patina over the fields and glimpses of gold on the rims, yet the thickly frosted devices and strong mirrors leave no doubt as to whether it deserves the designation. Only a few trifling hairlines in the fields preclude Gem status. Population: 16 in 64 Deep Cameo, 20 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3252

1899 $1 PR65 NGC. Always a popular date as the final year of the 19th century. The mintage was 846 pieces and examples are usually available for the determined collector. The fields are deeply mirrored and serve to backlight the deep violet centers and teal-colored fields. An attractive proof Morgan and generally not available above PR62. Census: 24 in 65, 39 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3253

1899 $1 PR65 Cameo NGC. The 1899 is a lower mintage date with only 846 proofs produced. This is a splendidly preserved example. The surfaces are brilliant throughout, and there are no noticeable contact marks on either side. The fields are deeply mirrored and appear black against the nicely frosted devices, yielding a noticeable cameo contrast. Census: 5 in 65 Cameo, 28 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3254

1900 $1 PR66 NGC. CAC. The devices are frosty and exhibit undeniable cameo contrast, although the older generation holder lacks a Cameo notation. The strike is essentially full, without the usual blending at the centers. Delicate orange and forest-green patina clings to the peripheries. Just 912 proofs were issued. Census: 19 in 66, 16 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3255

1902 $1 PR66 Cameo NGC. Cameo proof 1902 Morgans are unusual, which makes the Premium Gem offering in this lot rather special. The reason for the infrequent appearance of this issue in Cameo contrast is succinctly put by David Bowers in his 1993 silver and trade dollar reference: "In keeping with Proof dollars of the next two years, Proofs of 1902 are of low contrast due to having the dies polished on the devices. This feature recurs on practically all Proofs 1902-1907." The rarity of 1902 Cameo dollars is evident from the population data. NGC and PCGS have certified a mere seven examples combined.
The deep mirrors of this PR66 establish strong contrast with the motifs. The only color apparent is an occasional barely discernible wisp of reddish-gold in the margins, and a well directed strike brings out strong definition on the devices. The only mark evident on the impeccably preserved surfaces occurs on the lower cheek, and the only reason for its mention is for pedigree identification purposes. Census: 4 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

3256

1903 $1 PR66 PCGS. Splashes of cobalt-blue, yellow-gold, orange, crimson, and forest-green patination display deeper shades on the obverse of this Premium Gem proof. An exacting strike emboldens the design elements, including the hair over Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. There are no mentionable marks on the well preserved surfaces. Population: 23 in 66, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3257

1904 $1 PR64 NGC. CAC. The last of the proof Morgan dollar issues made available to the general public, the 1904 is a low-mintage date, with just 650 specimens coined. This near-Gem, brilliant-finish like its fellows with occasional hints of tan-gold toning over otherwise silver-white surfaces, shows a few faint hairlines in the fields that account for the grade. Strong eye appeal nonetheless.(Registry values: N2998)

Peace Dollars

3258

1921 $1 MS65 NGC. A brilliant Gem, with satiny, untoned silver surfaces. The design details on both sides are adequate, although a bit soft at the centers. A few minute marks are noted.(Registry values: N1793)

3259

1921 $1 MS65 NGC. Hints of peach and gray-gold toning grace each side of this lustrous Gem. Well struck for the issue and minimally marked, an entirely pleasing piece.(Registry values: N1793)

3260

1921 $1 MS65 PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this Gem has satiny luster beneath pale gold and iridescent toning. The central design elements are indistinct as usual. Heavy die polishing is especially prominent in the right reverse field.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3261

1921 $1 MS65 NGC. Dazzling luster invigorates this untoned Gem. Typically struck, in that the centers are soft. A few light grade-consistent surface and rim marks are noted.(Registry values: N1793)

3262

1921 $1 MS66 NGC. This is a brilliant example of the perennially popular High Relief Peace dollar, a one-year type coin. Fine, satiny luster illuminates the relatively well struck surfaces, which are carefully preserved. NGC and PCGS have certified just 12 numerically finer examples between them, six apiece (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3263

1921 $1 MS66 NGC. This Premium Gem exhibits one of the sharpest strikes we have seen on a 1921 High Relief Peace dollar, with the central obverse and reverse showing excellent definition. Both sides have soft, frosty silver luster beneath subtle tan toning. NGC has certified six finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3264

1921 $1 MS66 PCGS. This remarkable Premium Gem exhibits lovely light gold toning on both sides. The design elements are mostly strong, although the typical central weakness is evident at the opposing design high points. The frosty obverse surface is lightly abraded, while the satiny reverse is nearly pristine. PCGS has only certified six finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3265

1922 $1 MS67 NGC. Remarkably well-defined with potent and frosty luster. Light silver-gray tints drape much of each side, while the margins show dots of golden-tan and blue. A tiny mark on the chin is noted solely for accuracy. This Superb Gem is tied for numerically finest known to NGC or PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3266

1922 $1 MS67 NGC. This beautiful Superb Gem radiates effervescent cartwheel luster that is more typical of a Morgan dollar than a Peace dollar. The delightful surfaces are silver-blue, with generous glimpses of golden color. The satiny effect is especially intense. Only a few tiny ticks on Liberty's nose appear, even under a loupe. Among the couple of dozen finest graded at either service. Census: 10 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3267

1922-S $1 MS65 ANACS. Aside from a touch of the usual striking softness in the centers, this brightly lustrous Gem is well-defined. Minimally toned with a touch of frostiness to the fields.(Registry values: N1793)

3268

1922-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Well-defined overall with brightly lustrous silver-white surfaces that show occasional tan speckles. Minimally marked and gorgeous, a lovely Gem. PCGS has graded six finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3269

1922-S $1 MS66 NGC. With a reported mintage of 17.5 million pieces, the 1922-S Peace dollar is a common issue in all grades. The typical example of the date leaves much to be desired aesthetically. Most specimens seen suffer from excessive bag marks, incomplete luster, and weak strikes. Q. David Bowers asserts, "All of the problems that beset the usual coin can be turned into an advantage for the careful buyer." Bowers notes some exceptional coins do exist, and they provide extraordinary value for the collector who is patient enough to seek them out.
The present coin possesses all the qualities usually lacking in examples of this date. The strike is dramatic, with remarkably strong centers and almost complete definition on the central hair and eagle's wing. The surfaces are brilliant throughout, with bright coruscating mint luster and no observable handling marks. The specimen offered here is virtually unimprovable, and no coin has been certified finer at either of the leading grading services. Census: 11 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3270

1923 $1 MS67 PCGS. Peace dollars that grade MS67 are extremely rare, with few that have been certified, even of the most common dates such as the 1923. Light champagne toning is evident on each side, over brilliant and satiny luster. All of the obverse and reverse design features are bold. Population: 51 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3271

1923 $1 MS67 PCGS. An essentially brilliant Superb Gem beauty with considerable frostiness visible on the eagle's feathers. Minimally marked and housed in a green label holder. Despite a mintage of over 30 million pieces for the 1923 Peace dollar, neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a numerically finer example (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3272

1923-D $1 MS66 PCGS. The 1923-D, from a mintage of 6.811 million coins, can be obtained with relative ease through the near-Gem level of preservation. PCGS/NGC population data show a decrease in the number of MS65 specimens, and an even more precipitous drop in Premium Gems. Neither service has graded any examples finer (2/09). The silver-gray surfaces of this MS66 coin display pleasing luster, and have been well cared for. A well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements. Housed in a green label holder.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3273

1923-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Even though more than 19 million pieces were struck of the 1923-S, few Gems have been certified. This is because examples must have a certain strength of strike to make the grade and, of course, few 1923-S Peace dollars actually do have enough central definition. This coin does not have the strike of a 1923-P, but it has surprising details for an S-mint. Additionally, the surfaces are brilliant and possess coruscating mint frost with no obvious abrasions. PCGS has only certified three finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3274

1923-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1923-S dollar usually comes poorly struck (David Bowers, 2006). Our Gem offering in this lot displays better-than-average definition, as evidenced by the sharpness in most of Liberty's hair. White surfaces exude bright luster, and are well preserved save for a few grade-consistent marks. Only four coins have been certified in a higher numerical grade by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3275

1924 $1 MS67 NGC. The 1924 is one of the most frequently seen issues in the 24-coin Peace dollar series. It is also one of the best-preserved issues--sometimes. Some 1924 dollars have dull luster, but that is not the case with this coin. It has the bright, sparkling luster seen on the finest known examples of the issue. The surfaces are brilliant throughout, and the striking details are fully brought up in the centers of each side. An exceptional type coin in this popular series. Census: 67 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3276

1924 $1 MS67 NGC. This Superb Gem yields outstanding luster, unlike many examples of this date that show a dull, bland-looking finish resulting from overuse of the dies (Roger Burdette, 2008, p. 209). Additionally, the design elements are well impressed, and the essentially untoned surfaces are impeccably preserved. Census: 67 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3277

1924 $1 MS67 NGC. The 1924 is one of the top four most commonly seen Peace dollars, along with the 1922, 1923, and 1925. However, it is not as frequently encountered as the other three dates, and it is seldom found in Superb condition. The mint luster on this piece is simply outstanding. It is thickly frosted and rolls around each side unimpeded by the abrasions that are seen on lower graded coins. Brilliant throughout, and fully struck. NGC has graded only one numerically finer example (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3278

1924-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Highly lustrous and essentially untoned, with a dazzling frosty sheen across the white-silver surfaces. Generally well struck for the type, with just a hint of the usual weakness over Liberty's ear and on the eagle's leg. A few shallow marks define the grade.(Registry values: N991)

3279

1924-S $1 MS64 NGC. CAC. Well struck overall with ample frostiness. Much of this piece is bright silver-white, while the frosted portrait shows touches of faint gray and glimpses of lemon-gold visit the margins.(Registry values: N991)

3280

1924-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The uncommonly attractive surfaces are covered with variegated gold, rose, and milky toning with strong underlying mint frost. The obverse is well defined, but there is slight loss of high-point definition on the feathers on the reverse, a typical occurrence on S-mint Peace dollars. Just a few small marks have collected over each side of this otherwise well-preserved Gem Peace dollar. Population: 69 in 65, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3281

1925 $1 MS67 PCGS. Subtle golden toning pervades the surfaces of this Superb Gem, with light rainbow hues visible on the obverse, particularly over the date and motto. The satin surfaces are minimally marked, in line with the grade. Although this is one of the common dates of the series, it is virtually unknown in finer grades. Population: 67 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3282

1925 $1 MS67 PCGS. Along with the preceding three dates, the 1925 is the most common P-mint issue in the Peace dollar series. The 1925-P is also the most easily obtainable Peace dollar in the finer Mint State grades. Of course, the availability of Superb Gems is still limited, especially when compared to the number of silver dollar specialists in today's hobby. This is a beautiful example with delicate, mottled golden-tan iridescence over otherwise silver-white features. The luster is full with a mostly soft frosted texture, and there are no singularly bothersome blemishes on either side. Population: 67 in 67, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3283

1926 $1 MS66 PCGS. With fresh, vibrant luster and an above-average strike, this Premium Gem offers fabulous eye appeal. Smooth surfaces range from green-gold to silver-white. Tied for numerically finest known to PCGS (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3284

1926-D $1 MS66 PCGS. Strongly struck with occasional glimpses of champagne patina near the rims. This strongly lustrous Premium Gem is carefully preserved with amazing eye appeal. PCGS has graded just eight finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3285

1926-D $1 MS66 PCGS. Strongly struck with soft, frosty luster and a hint of gray-gold toning at the margins. An interesting curved die crack passes behind Liberty's head. PCGS has graded just eight finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3286

1926-D $1 MS67 NGC. This Superb Gem 1926-D Peace dollar has iridescent splashes of gold, blue, and green, with considerable silver pearlescence on each side. The strike is bold, giving this one a medallic appearance, at a distance nearly resembling a 1921 High Relief Peace dollar. Census: 6 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3287

1926-S $1 MS66 NGC. Beautiful orange-red, powder-blue, and dove-gray toning endows this satiny and penetratingly struck Premium Gem. Although Mint State examples are plentiful, few among those can compare with the quality of the present coin. Certified in a prior generation holder. Census: 39 in 66, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3288

1926-S $1 MS66 NGC. Strongly struck for this S-mint Peace dollar issue with excellent eye appeal. Each side is bright silver-white with only occasional dots of cloud-gray patina. Wonderfully well-preserved, particularly on Liberty's cheek, with only a handful of tiny flaws precluding an even finer designation. Tied for numerically finest known to NGC (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3289

1926-S $1 MS66 PCGS. With a small mintage of 980,000 pieces, the 1926-S is surprisingly available today. The low mintage, in combination with availability in high grade, make this issue a popular choice for type collectors. The present coin is an attractive Premium Gem, sharply struck, with strong luster and wisps of lavender and gray toning. Population: 65 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3290

1927 $1 MS65 PCGS. Golden-beige patina gravitates to the margins of this Gem Peace dollar, joined on the reverse by soft purple and sky-blue. The design elements are strongly impressed, a typical characteristic of this issue. A few light grade-consistent marks are visible. PCGS has seen only five coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3291

1927 $1 MS65 PCGS. Light golden accents suffuse the pale silver-gray surfaces of this Peace dollar Gem. The strike is substantially above-average, and only a few wispy abrasions preclude an even finer designation. This lower-mintage Philadelphia issue is a condition rarity any better, with just five such pieces certified by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3292

1927-D $1 MS65 NGC. A blazing, satiny Gem, with bright white untoned surfaces that are intensely lustrous and free of significant distractions. The striking definition on both sides is distinctly better than usual, for the type and for the issue, with barely any trace of weakness at the junction of the eagle's wing and leg feathers, and very respectable sharpness on Liberty's hair. This issue had a moderate mintage of 1.27 million pieces, but survivors are very scarce at the Gem grade level or finer. Census: 77 in 65, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3293

1927-D $1 MS65 PCGS. From a mintage of less than 1.3 million coins, the 1927-D Peace dollar is surprisingly uncommon in Mint State grades. Roger Burdette opines, "Within the Peace dollar series, the 1927-D is the second rarest overall in Uncirculated condition, next to the 1934-S." Only 12 coins have been certified finer by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present coin is well struck, with hints of lavender and speckles of black toning.(Registry values: N2998)

3294

1927-S $1 MS64 NGC. Essentially brilliant, although a hint of caramel-gold is noted on the reverse. This sharply struck better date dollar has vibrant luster and an impressively undisturbed appearance.(Registry values: N991)

3295

1927-S $1 MS65 NGC. Like a number of other low mintage dates across the Peace dollar series, the 1927-S is a conditionally elusive issue in Gem and better condition. This shining representative, well-defined with only a few modest ticks on each side, offers impressive visual appeal. NGC has graded just one numerically finer example (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3296

1927-S $1 MS65 NGC. The 1927-S is readily available in lower Mint State grades but it becomes scarce in near-Gem condition, and at the MS65 level the issue is among the rarest in the Peace dollar series. The present Gem displays bright, intensely lustrous surfaces and nice motif definition, especially on the obverse. The reverse feather detail is somewhat soft in spots, typical of a date that is usually poorly struck throughout. A few light marks on Liberty's cheek and neck and on the eagle just barely keep this marvelous example from a higher grade. Census: 69 in 65, 1 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3297

1927-S $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1927-S is a scarce issue that has been considered a semikey almost since it was struck. Gems are rarely available, with most survivors in the circulated and MS60-62 grade range. In MS65 condition it is rated fifth among the 24 issues in the series. This is a sharply defined example with bright, satiny mint luster that flows over each side virtually uninterrupted by coin-to-coin contact. A pale band of speckled golden toning is seen across both sides.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3298

1928 $1 MS65 NGC. A strongly struck Gem example of this ever-popular key-date Peace dollar, powerfully lustrous beneath gold-orange patina that shows violet and rose peripheral accents. Impressive eye appeal. A small flaw on the cheek is consistent with the grade. NGC has certified just two numerically finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3299

1928 $1 MS65 NGC. A fully brilliant and highly lustrous Gem, this 1928 Peace dollar is boldly detailed and has impressive aesthetic appeal. Considered a key issue in the series, the 1928 brings a significant price even in circulated grades, although the 1925 is seldom seen circulated and is the rarest date in those grades, according to Roger Burdette. In higher Mint State grades, the 1928 is on middle ground for price, although its desirability remains high. Census: 79 in 65, 2 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3300

1928 $1 MS65 PCGS. The soft, frosty luster of this key Peace dollar rarity is typical of all Mint State examples. The present Gem is highly lustrous with brilliant and untoned silver surfaces. The strike is excellent for this issue, or for any Peace dollar. A few trivial blemishes are unremarkable. PCGS has only certified 11 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3301

1934 $1 MS66 PCGS. Hints of autumn-gold toning adorn the peripheries of this lustrous, well impressed, and unperturbed Premium Gem. The 1934 has a low mintage compared to the heavy 1922 to 1925 Philadelphia emissions, compelled by the Treasury to back silver certificates and replace silver dollars melted under the Pittman Act. PCGS has certified just three pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3302

1934 $1 MS66 PCGS. Faint tan tones visit lustrous, nearly brilliant surfaces. Boldly struck with exceptionally smooth fields and devices. A few tiny marks are concealed on the tiara. The 1934 has a low mintage for the type. Between PCGS and NGC, only seven pieces have been certified in finer grades (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3303

1934 $1 MS66 PCGS. Fully struck and carefully preserved, this alluring example represents a scarce commodity at the Premium Gem grade level. Highly lustrous and essentially untoned, save for lovely golden highlights at the margins of the pearl-gray surfaces. This is a better date in the Peace dollar series, from a lower mintage of fewer than 1 million pieces.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3304

1934-D $1 MS65 NGC. Medium D. Wisps of tan toning are noted here and there, but this lustrous and low mintage dollar is close to brilliant. The centers are well struck, and only a few faint obverse grazes define the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3305

1934-D $1 MS65 PCGS. Boldly impressed with vibrant luster and eye appeal. Parts of the obverse fields show a faint golden cast, whereas the reverse is essentially untoned. PCGS has graded 62 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3306

1934-D $1 MS66 PCGS. Micro D. This crisply struck and thoroughly lustrous Denver Mint dollar has delicate ice-blue and tan toning, which is most prominent along the right borders. A carefully preserved representative of this lower mintage Great Depression issue. Population: 60 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3307

1934-S $1 MS63 PCGS. Each side of this pleasing Mint State example has splashes of light gold and iridescent toning over lustrous silver surfaces. Although a little weak at the central design points, the overall strike is clearly adequate to bring out the design. This appears to be the VAM-3 variety, with doubled rays on the obverse.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3308

1934-S $1 MS64 NGC. The central obverse and reverse show significant striking softness, and it is this lack of definition that prevents a higher grade, as the surfaces are pristine. Highly appealing otherwise; both sides of this key issue have frosty silver luster beneath delicate champagne toning on the obverse and deeper gold on the reverse.(Registry values: N2998)

3309

1934-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Strongly lustrous beneath beautiful, all-encompassing patina. Dots of blue-green and gold-orange lend the margins a dappled appearance, while the centers show more even silver-gray color. Minimally marked overall with a single small abrasion below Liberty's eye accounting for the grade. The 1934-S is well-known as a challenging issue and it is conditionally scarce any finer.(Registry values: N2998)

3310

1934-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Striking gold-orange patina dominates the eye appeal of the obverse, while the reverse has similar but paler color that allows a measure of pale silver-gray to shine through. This near-Gem has frosty luster overall with a few small patches of brilliance found close to the portrait. A solid representative of this popular Depression-era issue.(Registry values: N2998)

3311

1934-S $1 MS64 PCGS. A gorgeous near-Gem with excellent eye appeal, this piece has wisps of pale gold and champagne toning across parts of the obverse and reverse, with brilliant and frosty luster. Slightly weak at the centers, but stronger than usually seen. An elusive date in higher grades.(Registry values: N2998)

3312

1934-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A wonderfully frosty example that would certainly meet or exceed anyone's Gem criteria. Both sides shimmer with vibrant, unimpeded satiny luster, and surface marks are limited to a few well-concealed abrasions in the less-critical areas of the central devices and a faint scuff above the N in ONE on the reverse. PCGS has only certified 23 finer examples (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3313

1935 $1 MS66 NGC. An absolutely stunning Peace dollar! The strike is perfect and the brilliant surfaces are lustrous. The obverse is mark-free and the reverse exhibits only a couple of minor imperfections. Definitely a coin that commands attention as an MS66. Census: 54 in 66, 4 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3314

1935 $1 MS66 PCGS. Late 1930's issues in the Peace dollar series are especially scare in Premium Gem condition. 1935 dollars can be found nice, but this example is at the top of the scale. Satiny luster radiates from surfaces that reveal just an occasional whisper of apple-green color, and that even under magnification show only minuscule abrasions. Sharply struck throughout. PCGS has graded none finer.(Registry values: N1793)

3315

1935 $1 MS66 PCGS. Silver-gray surfaces features a satiny finish and yield pleasing luster. Whispers of faint tan-gold gravitate to the margins of this sharply struck Premium Gem. Nicely preserved, and difficult to locate any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

3316

1935-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Four rays beneath ONE. This new four-rays die was used only in 1935 at the San Francisco Mint (David Bowers, 1993). Whispers of ivory and violet, along with occasional light brown freckles, run over lustrous surfaces that are devoid of significant contact marks. A well executed strike leaves sharp definition on the design features.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Sacagawea Dollars

3317

2000-P $1 Cheerios MS66 NGC. The discovery coin of the now-famous Cheerios dollar variety, so named because nearly all known examples were originally found in occasional boxes of Cheerios cereal as part of a U.S. Mint promotion of the new series. Five years later, collector Pat Braddick noticed a design difference: the tail feathers of his Cheerios dollar had diagonal detail absent on normal business strikes. On June 20, 2005, NGC certified Braddick's coin as the discovery specimen for the pattern Cheerios dollar.
This lot includes: one MS66 2000-P Cheerios dollar certified as the discovery specimen by NGC; a 2000 cent still housed in pristine Cheerios plastic packaging; one scarce presentation finish 2000-P Sacagawea dollar given by the U.S. Mint to its obverse designer, Glenna Goodacre, who has autographed the ICG holder that holds the coin; a 2000-P Sacagawea dollar in a small custom holder that bears an autograph from Sacagawea model Randy'L He-dow Teton; and a folder. This folder houses the 2000 Cheerios cent along with an NGC photo proof of the discovery coin and copies of various Cheerios-related correspondence, NGC press releases, and Coin World articles.

3318

2000-P $1 Cheerios MS66 PCGS. FS-901, though listed as FS-401 on the holder. A Premium Gem example of this intriguing modern variety, which started out as an inexpensive cereal promotion and became a prized variant when design differences were found between the "Cheerios" coins and the regular issues distributed later. This piece has pale yellow-gold color overall with just a hint of toning. Population: 4 in 66, 25 finer (3/09).

3319

2000-P $1 Cheerios MS68 PCGS. FS-901, listed as FS-401 on the holder. This MS68 example is tied for the finest certified by PCGS for the variety (3/09). Gleaming canary-yellow surfaces are nearly flawless to the unaided eye. Comparison to a regular Sacagawea dollar from the same year reveals the substantial differences in detail on the eagle's tail feathers that distinguish the "Cheerios" pieces.

Presidential Dollars

3320

(2007) $1 George Washington Plain Edge--Missing Edge Lettering--MS68 PCGS. This George Washington Presidential dollar is struck on a planchet without the usual edge lettering. The present Superb Gem is an amazing piece with brilliant golden color and reflective surfaces. An important Set Registry coin. Population: 2 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).

Commemorative Silver

3321

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS62 PCGS. Rich golden-brown and sea-green toning enlivens the surfaces of this nicely preserved piece, which reveals a smaller than expected number of surface blemishes, for the grade.(Registry values: N991)

3322

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS65 PCGS. Dazzling luster sweeps this richly toned Gem. Forest-green, rose-red, and golden-brown alternate across the exquisite surfaces. Well struck and unquestionable original.(Registry values: N2998)

3323

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS65 PCGS. The 1893 Isabella quarter enjoyed a net distribution of 24,214 pieces and the issue is available in all grades today. The present coin is sharply struck, especially on the reverse. Fine detail is evident in the hair of the kneeling figure and all other devices. Beautiful shades of iridescent russet, lavender, blue and green toning accent the unblemished surfaces.(Registry values: N2998)

3324

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS64 PCGS. DuVall 2-C. The repunched second S in STATES is diagnostic. Rich golden-brown and forest-green colors are spread over each side in a speckled manner. The mint luster is strong beneath the dense toning, and the striking details are strong throughout. The fields are beautifully preserved, and the portraits have only a few thin marks.(Registry values: N1793)

3325

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS65 PCGS. DuVall 1-B. From an initial distribution of 36,026 pieces, the Lafayette dollar is the only commemorative issue struck from hand-made dies. The present coin is sharply struck on the obverse, but is slightly soft on the reverse, as nearly always seen. The surfaces are brilliant and lustrous, with just a touch of gray and lavender toning on the obverse top periphery. Overall eye appeal is excellent.(Registry values: N4719)

3326

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS65 PCGS. CAC. DuVall 1-B. The left foot of the A in DOLLAR is lower than the L on this variety. Medium intensity gray toning displays soft violet and beige-gold undertones. A well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements. Both sides are devoid of significant marks.(Registry values: N4719)

3327

1921 50C Alabama MS66 NGC. Whispers of golden-tan patina make appearances on the highly lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem. Sharply struck and minimally abraded. Census: 79 in 66, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3328

1921 50C Alabama MS66 PCGS. CAC. The coin offered here is an example of the "plain" variety 1921 Alabama Centennial half dollar, with an estimated mintage of 35,000 pieces. Q. David Bowers comments, "Sharply struck, high grade Mint State coins are very rare-in fact, among the rarest in the series." The present coin is sharply struck, with lustrous surfaces and wisps of attractive lilac toning. Population: 68 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3329

1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS66 PCGS. A satiny gunmetal-blue premium Gem with glimpses of khaki-gold toning along the margins. Impressively undeterred by contact. Well struck on the eagle's plumage, as is customary for the 2x2 variety (estimated mintage 30,000 pieces). The figure 22 represents the order of admission of Alabama into the Union, with the digits separated by a St. Andrew's cross, symbolic of the state flag. Population: 65 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3330

1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS66 NGC. A splendid Premium Gem example of this early silver commemorative type. Fully struck with pleasing satin luster and light-gold peripheral toning on both sides. the low mintage (15,014 pieces) 2x2 variety is much scarcer in most Mint State grades than the Plain variety, although the gap narrows in MS66 since the 2x2 issue was better made. Census: 67 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3331

1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS66 NGC. The fields have light apricot patina, while the devices have gentle lilac hues. Well struck, which is uncommon for the issue as the eagle often has ill-defined central plumage detail. A thin vertical die crack (as made) bisects the eagle. A lustrous and virtually pristine Gem, and a truly exceptional Alabama Commemorative. Census: 67 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3332

1937 50C Antietam MS67 PCGS. Strong gold-orange peripheral tints fade almost entirely at the centers. Immensely lustrous and crisply detailed with amazing eye appeal. PCGS has graded just 13 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3333

1937 50C Antietam MS68 NGC. CAC. The Battle of Antietam (or Sharpsburg, as it was commonly called in the South), fought on Sept. 17, 1862, was the "bloodiest day of the Civil War," with almost 23,000 dead and wounded. The 1937 Antietam half dollar commemorates the 75th anniversary of that battle. This essentially pristine and beautifully toned example offers deep cherry-red, amber-gold, mint-green, and maroon patina dispersed on both sides. Census: 17 in 68, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3334

1935-D 50C Arkansas MS67 PCGS. A lovely Superb Gem, softly lustrous beneath dusky blue-green and gold-orange patina. Smooth and carefully preserved. Population: 36 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3335

1937-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. CAC. Luminous gray and gold shadings envelop each side of this appealing Premium Gem. The devices exhibit substantially above-average detail. Population: 52 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3336

1937-S 50C Arkansas MS66 NGC. Soft ice-blue and gold-beige coloration is joined with freckles of olive-green. Radiantly lustrous surfaces exhibit well struck design elements, and are free of significant marks. From a low mintage of 5,506 pieces, and conditionally elusive at this lofty grade level. Census: 30 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3337

1937-S 50C Arkansas MS66 NGC. Deep rust-orange patina hugs the margins, with the remainder of the coin bathed in lilac-gray splendor. A boldly struck and impressively preserved Premium Gem. Census: 30 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3338

1938-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. Peach and powder-blue colors grace this satiny and crisply struck Premium Gem. The reverse is especially well preserved. A low mintage issue; most would-be buyers already owned the type, which had been issued annually since 1935. Population: 58 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3339

1938-S 50C Arkansas MS66 NGC. Strongly struck and minimally toned. This later S-mint Arkansas half displays smooth and largely unabraded surfaces. Census: 17 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3340

1939-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. CAC. Soft yellow-gold patina envelops this Premium Gem commemorative. Lustrous surfaces exhibit well struck design elements, and are minimally abraded. Population: 59 in 66, 6 finer (12/08).(Registry values: N1793)

3341

1939-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. A remarkably attractive example of this final year Arkansas commemorative issue, which saw a limited production of only 2,104 pieces. The satiny surfaces display even champagne-gray coloration and outstanding preservation. Population: 60 in 66, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3342

1939-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. Lustrous and well produced, with a slight degree of speckled russet patina on the obverse and near the reverse borders. The surfaces are expertly preserved and essentially mark-free. Population: 75 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3343

1935/34 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. Carefully preserved and tan in the centers with darker, mostly golden hued patina situated around the obverse and reverse margins. A significantly original and eye-appealing example. Population: 35 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3344

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. Few issues sparked such scandal and outrage as the dual-dated branch-mint Boone issues of 1935, with their scandalously low mintages and unavailability at the official issue price. This Denver product displays pleasing, satiny luster beneath silver-gray and pale gold toning with deeper cherry-red, magenta, and violet patina at the rims. PCGS has graded only six coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3345

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. CAC. The 1935/34-D Boone and its S-mint counterpart are among the showstoppers in high grade to assembling a complete set of U.S. silver commemoratives of the classic era. This piece, from a net mintage of 2,003 pieces, is one of a few dozen so certified at PCGS, with but five coins graded finer (12/08). The silvery, pristine surfaces are virtually untoned and unperturbed, save for a thin ring of amber-gold at the extreme rims.(Registry values: N2998)

3346

1937-S 50C Boone MS66 Prooflike NGC. CAC. Strongly struck with substantial reflectivity to the fields. The centers are minimally toned, though glimpses of gold and plum peripheral patina add color to each side.(Registry values: N991)

3347

1938-D 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. CAC. The satiny surfaces of this Superb Gem commemorative reveal wisps of olive-brown and russet patina at some of the margins, along with nice luster. Impeccably preserved.(Registry values: N2998)

3348

1936 50C Bridgeport MS67 PCGS. This is a seemingly unimprovable example of the Bridgeport half dollar. Fully struck, with noticeable doubling on the reverse legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, and gorgeous iridescent toning that includes shades of mint-green, amber-gold, and crimson along the peripheries. An immaculate Superb Gem commemorative coin. Population: 54 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3349

1925-S 50C California MS66 NGC. CAC. Almond-gold, rouge-red, and aquamarine adorn this satiny and fully struck Premium Gem. Although silver commemoratives are currently out of market favor, this circumstance will eventually change, and pieces with outstanding eye appeal may be the first to recover.(Registry values: N1793)

3350

1925-S 50C California MS66 PCGS. CAC. Shining silver-gray centers cede to golden-brown and orange close to the rims. A well struck and appealing Premium Gem, housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

3351

1925-S 50C California MS67 PCGS. Shimmering mint luster is veiled in delicate, mottled, champagne-russet iridescence that is mostly confined to the peripheries. The smooth, sharply impressed features are remarkably void of contact. An outstanding piece worthy of the finest quality commemorative type set. Population: 84 in 67, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3352

1936 50C Cincinnati MS66 PCGS. A thin layer of gold-tan patina, that becomes slightly deeper on the reverse, rests upon the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this well struck Premium Gem. A few minute marks occur on the highpoints. PCGS has graded just two finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3353

1936 50C Cleveland MS67 PCGS. An original silver-gray representative with speckled multicolored toning, and a well executed strike that brings up the design elements. A few minute marks are visible on the obverse portrait. Scarce in this lofty condition. Population: 37 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3354

1936 50C Columbia MS67 PCGS. A fantastically lustrous Superb Gem with immense eye appeal. Well-defined with a blend of blue-gray and orange patina over each side, this being deeper on the reverse. Population: 54 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3355

1892 50C Columbian MS67 NGC. Cobalt-blue, lavender, and golden-tan patina gravitates to the margins of this lustrous commemorative half. A decisive strike sharpens the design elements, including the continental outlines. Nicely preserved, though we note a couple of small marks on the lower right corner of the sail on the fore mast. Census: 39 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3356

1892 50C Columbian MS66 Prooflike NGC. Well-defined for the issue with substantial reflectivity in light steel-gray fields. Blue and gold-orange peripheral shadings add to the eye appeal. Census: 17 in 66 Prooflike, 1 finer (3/09).

3357

1935 50C Connecticut MS67 NGC. Not many Connecticut commems will be able to match this one for overall eye appeal. Well struck, satiny, and near-pristine, with ivory-gray color in the centers and lovely, speckled russet patina near the peripheries. Census: 63 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3358

1935 50C Connecticut MS67 PCGS. From an initial distribution of 25,018 pieces, the 1935 Connecticut Tercentenary half dollar has always been prized by commemorative collectors. Most examples seen are in AU or lower Mint State grades, and the issue is very scarce at the MS67 level. Only two coins have been certified above the Superb Gem level by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present coin is sharply struck, with lustrous, lightly toned surfaces. Delicate lavender centers yield to touches of green and gold at the rims. Eye appeal is unforgettable.(Registry values: N2998)

3359

1936 50C Delaware MS67 PCGS. Streaks of orange-gold color overlay the pearl-gray surfaces of this highly lustrous Superb Gem. The central sails show only slight softness. Population: 66 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3360

1936 50C Gettysburg MS67 NGC. An amazing Superb Gem example with great technical merit and splendid visual appeal. Well struck with especially crisp definition on the reverse motifs. The surfaces are nearly immaculate on both sides. Light rose-gray central color yields to multicolored iridescence at the margins. Census: 45 in 67, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3361

1922 50C Grant with Star MS65 PCGS. The 1922 Grant Memorial half dollar with Star variety boasts a tiny estimated distribution of 4,256 pieces. Examples at the Gem level are scarce today. The present coin features a sharp strike, with fine detail evident on the cabin and other devices. The lustrous surfaces are highlighted by light hints of pink on both sides. Eye appeal is extraordinary.(Registry values: N2998)

3362

1922 50C Grant with Star MS66 PCGS. Sparkling luster invigorates this Premium Gem that is further endowed with an exacting strike. Traces of ice-blue, champagne-gold, tan, and violet patination adorn both sides, each of which is devoid of significant contact marks. The With Star variety can be located through near-Gem without too much trouble, but is difficult any finer. Population: 31 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3363

1928 50C Hawaiian MS65 NGC. The yellow-green lustrous surfaces of this Hawaiian Gem half are blushed with orange, red, and light gray, and a decisive strike leaves relatively strong definition on the design elements. A few minute contact marks are visible on the reverse. Difficult to locate in higher grades.(Registry values: N2998)

3364

1928 50C Hawaiian MS65 PCGS. The 1928 Hawaiian Sesquicentennial half dollar enjoyed an initial distribution of 10,008 pieces. Always viewed as the key coin in the commemorative series, examples are highly prized and elusive above the Gem level. The coin offered here is sharply struck, with fine detail on the devices. The lustrous surfaces are enriched by a light patina of pink, gold, and sea-green. Overall eye appeal is fantastic.(Registry values: N2998)

3365

1928 50C Hawaiian MS65 NGC. A brilliant Gem with blazing luster and a seemingly unimprovable strike. The surfaces have pleasing eye appeal and are free from all but the most irrelevant contact. A small die break (as made) on the F in OF gives it the appearance of the letter A. It has been observed that although the issue proclaims Captain James Cook to be the discoverer of Hawaii, the islands were already inhabited upon his arrival.(Registry values: N2998)

3366

1928 50C Hawaiian MS65 PCGS. CAC. A deeply toned Gem with an appearance reminiscent of the Bank of Hawaii hoard coins that were auctioned more than 20 years ago. Satiny luster and bold design elements are evident beneath golden-brown, olive-yellow, and iridescent toning. PCGS has certified 64 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3367

1935 50C Hudson MS65 PCGS. Typically struck, with minor softness noted on some of the design elements. The reverse is remarkably clean, and seems entirely blemish-free. The obverse has a few small marks, and scattered light toning.(Registry values: N1793)

3368

1935 50C Hudson MS65 PCGS. Satiny and impressively preserved, with light beige-gray color in the centers, and attractive, speckled russet patina near the peripheries. A low mintage issue of 10,008 pieces, and somewhat scarce at the Gem grade level.(Registry values: N1793)

3369

1935 50C Hudson MS66 PCGS. The Hudson Sesquicentennial half dollar enjoyed an initial distribution of 10,008 pieces. The issue is one of the "big three" commemorative halves from the classic era, along with the 1928 Hawaiian half and the 1935 Old Spanish Trail issue. Always in demand, the date is scarce at the MS66 level, and only 32 specimens have been certified in higher grade by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present coin is well struck and lustrous, with hints of green and lavender toning.(Registry values: N2998)

3370

1924 50C Huguenot MS67 NGC. Brilliant throughout with exceptional mint frost and surfaces that are as clean as a whistle. A very flashy Huguenot and rarely encountered this fine. Census: 37 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3371

1924 50C Huguenot MS67 NGC. A remarkable example of this early silver commemorative issue, with amazingly crisp striking details for the type, bright satin luster, and beautiful silver-white toning which is complete on the obverse, yielding to russet-gold peripheral patina on the reverse. Census: 37 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3372

1946 50C Iowa MS68 PCGS. This Superb Gem Iowa commemorative has light russet patina that hugs both rims with brilliant central portions. It also possesses thick, frosted mint luster, shows a needle-sharp strike, and almost no contact marks. Tied for the finest certified (with numerous others) by both NGC and PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3373

1925 50C Lexington MS66 PCGS. Glimpses of gold peripheral and field toning enliven shining fields that are otherwise pale blue-gray. Strongly struck with great eye appeal, even by Premium Gem standards. PCGS has graded nine finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3374

1936 50C Long Island MS67 PCGS. CAC. The obverse center has rich dove-gray color, while the obverse border and the entire reverse are bathed in magnificent orange-gold and ocean-blue patina. This lustrous and well-preserved Superb Gem has a good strike and seemingly unimprovable eye appeal. Population: 24 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3375

1936 50C Lynchburg MS67 PCGS. A lovely silver-gray Superb Gem with occasional traces of olive and russet toning. Essentially immaculate, and the strike is crisp if not absolute on the back of the jaw. Population: 55 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3376

1920 50C Maine MS67 PCGS. CAC. Potent luster illuminates the sparkling surfaces of this conditionally scarce Superb Gem. Mostly untoned, with faint touches of speckled gold patina that become apparent under low magnification. Few examples of this early commemorative half dollar issue have survived in such a high state of preservation. Population: 16 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3377

1921 50C Missouri MS65 NGC. The excellent eye appeal of this Gem example is undeniable, and proceeds from a combination of shimmering luster, fine surface preservation, and subtly variegated coloration. A popular early commemorative issue.(Registry values: N2998)

3378

1921 50C Missouri MS65 PCGS. The "plain" variety of the 1921 Missouri Centennial half dollar, with an estimated mintage of 11,400 pieces. The coin offered here is a spectacular example, with a better than average strike, immaculate brilliant surfaces, and strong mint luster. Only 58 coins have been certified in higher numerical grades by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3379

1921 50C Missouri MS65 NGC. This Gem is bright silver-white. Full mint frost blankets surfaces that are uncommonly abrasion-free for the type. A tiny flaw is noted in the obverse field before the frontiersman's mouth, but this does not unduly affect the eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

3380

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS64 PCGS. Fully struck and impeccably preserved, with appealing original coloration on both sides. The surfaces are mark-free, and there are no obvious impediments to an even higher grade designation.(Registry values: N1793)

3381

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS65 PCGS. CAC. The estimated distribution of 1921 Missouri 2X4 half dollars was recently revised upward from the old figure of 5,000 examples to a more likely 9,000 pieces. In A Guide Book of United States Commemorative Coins, Q. David Bowers reports, "MS65 and higher coins, If sharply struck at the centers, are rarities - a situation not widely known." The present coin is sharply struck, with crisp detail on the important central region. The surfaces are lustrous, with areas of dark toning at the periphery.(Registry values: N2998)

3382

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS65 PCGS. Deep russet toning clings to portions of the borders, while the interiors are lightly graced with tan and silver-gray color. This satiny and unblemished Gem has a crisp strike and an original appearance. The Missouri type is among the scarcest, with or without the 2x4 above the date, although the latter is more coveted due to its small emission of 5,000 pieces.(Registry values: N2998)

3383

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS65 PCGS. The 2X4 variety of the Missouri Centennial half dollar boasts a low estimated mintage of 9,000 pieces. The present coin is a particularly attractive example, with a sharp strike and lustrous surfaces. The obverse is especially sharp, while the reverse shows only the typical weakness on the standing figure's back. Delicate hints of lavender enhance the pristine surfaces. Overall eye appeal is excellent.(Registry values: N2998)

3384

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS65 PCGS. Both sides of this Gem Missouri 2x4 commemorative are awash with pleasing luster, with a medley of tan, champagne-gold, and violet patination bathing each. A sharp strike impresses the design elements, and both faces are nicely preserved. The "2x4" notation was apparently the idea of James Montgomery, chairman of the Missouri Centennial Exposition.(Registry values: N2998)

3385

1923-S 50C Monroe MS65 PCGS. This is a remarkable Gem with exceptional eye appeal. Both sides are fully brilliant with frosty white luster. The Monroe half dollar invariably comes weakly struck with considerable abrasions. The present example is a wonderful exception to the rule, and is one of the most visually appealing examples we have encountered.(Registry values: N1793)

3386

1923-S 50C Monroe MS65 PCGS. CAC. A flashy, undamaged Gem Monroe with variegated gold, sea-green, crimson, and russet iridescence near the obverse and reverse peripheries. Well struck and free of distractions; a beautiful example of this popular type.(Registry values: N1793)

3387

1936 50C Norfolk MS68 NGC. CAC. The lovely multicolor patina includes tints of powder-blue, sea-green, and peach. Immaculate and exactingly struck. The eye appeal is exceptional. Census: 71 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3388

1936 50C Norfolk MS68 PCGS. Strongly struck with soft and pleasing luster. Pale silver-gray centers yield to green-gold close to the rims. Tied for the finest certified by NGC or PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3389

1926-S 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. Fantastic luster with a strong, sculptural quality to the devices, save for this first-year issue's typical softness at the hand holding the bow. Dappled blue-green and gold-gray shadings embrace each side. PCGS has graded four finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3390

1933-D 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. CAC. Immensely lustrous and crisply struck with gorgeous toning. Light powder-blue shadings dominate the fields, while the centers tend toward green-gold. Population: 66 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3391

1937-D 50C Oregon MS68 NGC. The superbly struck motifs display every nuance of Laura Gardin Fraser's magnificent design. Satiny and seemingly pristine, this marvelously preserved example has a light silver-green cast, with scattered russet-orange patina evident near the obverse and reverse peripheries. Census: 57 in 68, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3392

1937-D 50C Oregon MS68 NGC. This essentially unabraded Superb Gem provides satiny cartwheel sheen and light olive-gold and chestnut-tan toning. A bold strike with minor incompleteness on the back of the wagon and on the Indian's foot. Census: 57 in 68, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3393

1937-D 50C Oregon MS68 NGC. CAC. An absolutely stunning Superb Gem with ivory luster and frosty mint brilliance. Both sides have splashes of gold and iridescent toning that create excellent eye appeal. Census: 57 in 68, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3394

1939 SET Oregon PDS Set MS66 PCGS. CAC. A well-matched Premium Gem set of the lowest-mintage year in the Oregon Trail series. The set includes: 1939, 1939-D, and 1939-S. All three coins are well struck and immaculately preserved, with untoned centers and fields. The 1939-D and 1939-S examples also display slight peripheral toning.

3395

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS65 PCGS. Well struck with bright satiny luster and essentially untoned silver-gray surfaces that are free of distractions. An appealing Gem example of this popular commemorative design from the Panama-Pacific Exposition, held in California in 1915.(Registry values: N1793)

3396

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS65 NGC. Deep original forest-green and lavender toning envelops this shimmering and unabraded Gem. A scarce type at the MS65 level. The mintmark is lightly repunched north.(Registry values: N1793)

3397

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS66 PCGS. From an initial distribution of 27,134 pieces, the 1915-S Panama-Pacific half dollar is in high demand today. The present coin is sharply struck, even showing much detail on the eagle's breast, an area nearly always seen as indistinct. The surfaces display rich, satiny luster, enhanced by wisps of light pink toning and small areas of darker color at the rims.(Registry values: N2998)

3398

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS66 PCGS. CAC. This Premium Gem displays highly lustrous surfaces attractively toned in cobalt-blue, golden-tan, electric-blue, russet, and golden-gray. A well executed strike sharply delineates the design features and both sides are impeccably preserved. The outstanding overall eye appeal is aptly recognized by the CAC label.(Registry values: N2998)

3399

1920 50C Pilgrim MS67 PCGS. The 1920 Pilgrim Tercentenary half dollar boasts an enormous initial distribution of 152,112 pieces. Always a popular issue, the date is available in all grades up to the Gem level today. However, at the MS67 level the issue is rare, and examples in higher numeric grades are unknown. The present coin is a delightful Superb Gem, sharply struck, with a pale pink patina over the centers, yielding to darker green and purple at the periphery. Population: 30 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3400

1921 50C Pilgrim MS67 PCGS. Radiant, mark-free surfaces show a few areas of splotchy russet color, and exhibit sharply impressed design features. Both sides are wonderfully preserved. Only rarely is this second year Pilgrim issue seen in such extraordinary condition. Population: 19 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3401

1936 50C Rhode Island MS67 PCGS. The obverse is silver-gold with iridescent jade, violet, and amber, while the reverse is largely brilliant with just a tinge of lilac at the rim. Even close examination turns up only the tiniest of distractions. Population: 20 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3402

1936 50C Robinson MS67 NGC. Multicolored toning adheres to the lustrous surfaces of this attractive Superb Gem, and an attentive strike imparts sharp definition to the design elements. Well preserved and blemish-free throughout. There is a light scratch on the NGC holder, above the coin's lower obverse. Census: 26 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3403

1936-D 50C San Diego MS67 PCGS. Beautiful lime-green toning covers most of the obverse, only yielding to orange-gold and crimson colors along the periphery. The reverse is mostly untoned, save for whispers of grayish-tan and antique-gold coloration. Well struck, intensely lustrous, and nearly pristine. Population: 72 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3404

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS65 PCGS. Ex: Troy Wiseman Collection. A lightly toned silver-gold example of this elusive issue in Gem condition, with a much bolder strike than normally encountered. Most of the legends on the Liberty Bell are readable, and the bell lines at the bottom are full! There is a curious die crack that runs horizontally along the bottom of the bell. PCGS has graded just eight pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3405

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS65 NGC. Boldly struck, satiny, and well preserved, with an opaque layer of ivory, gold, and speckled russet patina across each side. A more available issue than average, for the early silver commemorative series, but still scarce at the Gem level of preservation.(Registry values: N2998)

3406

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS65 PCGS. This Gem is well struck and softly lustrous beneath rich and variegated patina. Brick-red shadings dominate, though patches of olive and mauve are also present. A faint graze appears just below the left (facing) horn.(Registry values: N1793)

3407

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS66 PCGS. Intensely lustrous and mostly untoned, save for faint hints of antique-gold color on each side, and a few red-brown specks on the lower right obverse field. Sharply struck and blemish-free.(Registry values: N1793)

3408

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS67 NGC. This coin is exceptionally abrasion-free for a design that includes such extensive field area. The finish is fully intact, and both sides are overlaid in soft apricot-gray patina that yields to dappled olive shadings in select peripheral areas. Conditionally scarce at this lofty grade level. Census: 81 in 67, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3409

1934 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. An immensely lustrous and charming Superb Gem survivor from this first-year Texas commemorative issue. Light silver-gray color overall with champagne and golden-brown peripheral tints. Population: 37 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3410

1938 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. From an original mintage of 3,780 pieces, the Texas Centennial half dollar has always been popular with numismatists. The present coin is well struck, with satiny mint luster. A delicate pink patina covers much of the obverse, with areas of darker gold at the rim. Population: 30 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3411

1938-D 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. Delicate sky-blue toning overall with hints of pastel yellow in the centers and vibrant green-gold at the lower reverse rim. A striking Superb Gem that offers immense luster and eye appeal. Population: 61 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3412

1938-S 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. A softly lustrous Superb Gem, silver-gray over the centers with glimpses of tan-gold near the rims. Carefully preserved and gorgeous. Population: 46 in 67, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3413

1925 50C Vancouver MS66 PCGS. Well struck and essentially untoned, with a rich satin sheen over both sides. Surface marks are virtually nonexistent. Struck to commemorate the centennial of Fort Vancouver, built beside the Columbia River in Washington State.(Registry values: N1793)

3414

1925 50C Vancouver MS66 PCGS. Rich golden-brown, electric-green, and violet patina adorns the peripheries of this well preserved Premium Gem. Highly lustrous and sharply struck, with tremendous eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

3415

1947-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. Whispers of golden-orange, purple, and light green patina concentrate at the margins of this Superb Gem. Both sides are highly lustrous and exhibit sharply struck design elements. Some light contact marks are visible on the portrait. Census: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3416

1951-D 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. Exceptionally lustrous and well-preserved with steel-gray surfaces that have just one small milling mark, this appearing on the reverse map, over the border of two southeastern states. Conditionally elusive at this level. Population: 52 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3417

1953-D 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. Strongly lustrous for a Washington-Carver commemorative with pale gold-gray toning across most of each side. An appealing Premium Gem. Population: 28 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3418

1954 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. Radiantly lustrous surfaces are nearly untoned and exhibit sharply struck design features. A couple of trivial marks on the obverse portraits do not distract. Population: 51 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N991)

3419

1936 50C York MS68 PCGS. CAC. Blushes of deep orange and apple-green frequent the borders of this highly lustrous and fully struck silver commemorative. The toning pattern is suggestive of a coin that has resided in an original cardboard holder for many years. The fields are immaculate, and the grade is only limited by faint contact on the county seal. Population: 21 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3420

1936 50C York MS68 PCGS. Housed in an older green-label holder, this remarkable York half dollar remains tied for the finest that NGC or PCGS have ever certified (3/09). The surfaces have frosty silver luster with hints of champagne and iridescent toning on each side.(Registry values: N1793)

3421

1936 50C York MS68 NGC. Exuberant mint luster and appealing red-brown obverse peripheral toning combine to increase the eye appeal of this highly impressive York commemorative. Sharply struck and free of even small marks: a great Superb Gem example. Census: 30 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Commemorative Gold

3422

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/Jefferson MS65 PCGS. CAC. Bright and satiny, with lovely pink-rose, yellow, and mint-green coloration. Nearly mark-free, with a few minor nicks and a couple of tiny alloy spots that preclude an even finer grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3423

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/Jefferson MS66 PCGS. CAC. A boldly impressed example of this early commemorative gold dollar, impressively lustrous with green-gold glints against otherwise lemon-yellow surfaces. Striking eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

3424

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS66 NGC. CAC. Original green-gold toning drapes this lustrous and meticulously struck gold commemorative. A strong lens is required to find even the faintest marks.(Registry values: N2998)

3425

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS66 NGC. CAC. The radiant lime-green and peach-gold surfaces are impressively preserved and nearly pristine. A boldly struck Premium Gem example of this popular early commemorative gold dollar.(Registry values: N2998)

3426

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS67 NGC. The detail on McKinley's portrait is uncommonly exquisite, with subtle frostiness adding to the effect. Each side shows slight variation in the color, with straw, wheat, and canary-gold shadings. The surfaces are smooth and undisturbed, as demanded of the grade. NGC has graded just two numerically finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3427

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS65 PCGS. CAC. Clear doubling is seen on the bottoms of ONE DOLLAR, the bottoms of NITE, the tops of MERICA, and on both pellets that are now oval-shaped. While further observation is necessary, it appears that the doubling is relatively common, seen on possibly as many as half the known examples. It was first described, to the best of our knowledge, in our March 2009 Baltimore auction catalog. This exceptional Gem is boldly detailed with pristine surfaces and brilliant yellow mint luster.(Registry values: N4719)

3428

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS65 PCGS. An attractive lemon-gold Gem example of this popular commemorative, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the fabled expedition to explore the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. Lustrous and relatively mark-free for the assigned grade, even on the high points of the portraits on this two-headed coin.(Registry values: N4719)

3429

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS66 PCGS. For the gold commemorative collector who likes variety, this Lewis and Clark dollar offers a distinctive look. The shining surfaces are primarily butter-yellow and gold-orange, but each side also shows patches and swirls of blue-green, violet, and lilac toning. Signs of significant die erosion are present at the margins but scarcely affect the eye appeal. PCGS has graded 15 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3430

1905 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS63 PCGS. This coruscating double headed gold dollar has lovely honey-gold and lime-green toning. Lewis' hair and Clark's ear show only moderate inexactness of strike. The Lewis side appears pristine, while the field near the Clark portrait has a few hair-thin abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

3431

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS65 PCGS. Light straw-gold color overall with splashes of butter-yellow over parts of the centers. A lustrous and attractive Gem example of this classic gold dollar commemorative.(Registry values: N2998)

3432

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS65 PCGS. CAC. A gorgeous Gem with far greater eye appeal than the typical example, by virtue of deep amber-red and green-gold toning. Well struck with vibrant luster and unblemished surfaces.(Registry values: N2998)

3433

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS67 NGC. This Superb Gem Pan-Pac gold dollar displays wonderfully deep orange-gold coloration with bold luster on both sides. As demanded of the grade, even a loupe fails to reveal any distractions worth mentioning. A desirable addition to a gold commemorative set. Tied for numerically finest graded by NGC or PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3434

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS67 PCGS. CAC. This delectable Superb Gem features a gorgeous two-toned appearance on the obverse, with golden-orange highpoints and an area of greenish-gold near the lower rim. The reverse is a consistent orange-gold. A well struck and essentially unmarked piece, lacking the usual contact marks seen on the cheek of lower-grade examples. The luster is frosty and unbroken throughout. An excellent candidate for the discerning commemorative enthusiast. Population: 47 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 7/2006), lot 3332, which realized $12,075.(Registry values: N4719)

3435

1915-S $2 1/2 Panama-Pacific Quarter Eagle MS65 NGC. This satiny canary-gold Gem has an exemplary strike, and the obverse appears pristine. The reverse is virtually as smooth. One of the more fanciful gold commemorative designs, the obverse features both a hippocampus and a caduceus that each have obscure significance with the Panama Canal project.(Registry values: N2998)

3436

1915-S $2 1/2 Panama-Pacific Quarter Eagle MS66 NGC. CAC. One of the nicest examples of this popular commemorative gold type that we have seen in quite some time. The peach-gold and lime-green surfaces are highly lustrous, and the design elements are uniformly bold. Well preserved with astonishingly clean surfaces.(Registry values: N4719)

3437

1916 G$1 McKinley MS66 NGC. CAC. As fine an example of the 1916 McKinley gold dollar as we have seen for quite some time, this Premium Gem displays gorgeous, unusually deep rose-gold toning and considerable reflectivity in the watery, prooflike fields. Sharply struck and expertly preserved, with just a couple of insignificant tick marks on the reverse.(Registry values: N2998)

3438

1917 G$1 McKinley MS67 NGC. Radiant rose and lilac colors visit each side of this impressive coin. The luster is strong, as one would expect, as is the overall detail. An impressive example of this second-year McKinley Birthplace gold dollar issue, one that is even more elusive than its 1916 counterpart in MS67, which is the highest grade awarded by either NGC or PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3439

1922 G$1 Grant no Star MS64 NGC. A satiny yellow-gold Choice commemorative dollar. Marks are essentially absent. The highpoints of the portrait show slight merging of detail, and the tree trunk near the frame house window is incomplete, as always.(Registry values: N2998)

3440

1922 G$1 Grant no Star MS66 PCGS. Attractive yellow-gold coloration displays hints of peach, along with a slight underlying greenish-gold cast. All of the design elements are well brought up, and impeccably preserved surfaces are devoid of mentionable contact marks. This Premium Gem yields pleasing all around eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

3441

1922 G$1 Grant no Star MS67 NGC. A Superb Gem example of this popular Laura Gardin Fraser design without the star above Grant's name. Unusually well-defined for the issue, particularly on the upper left part of the general-president's hair and the trees on the reverse. Rich butter-yellow color with glimpses of rose. Census: 72 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3442

1922 G$1 Grant no Star MS67 NGC. Substantially above-average definition on both sides with shining yellow-gold centers and slightly dusky shadings visible at the margins. Carefully preserved and immensely appealing, a great representative of this popular Grant gold dollar variant. Census: 72 in 67, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3443

1922 G$1 Grant with Star MS66 PCGS. Rich butter-yellow color dominates each side of this bright Premium Gem, though the centers pale slightly to canary-gold. A strongly struck representative of the popular Grant With Star gold dollar that would make an excellent addition to a high-level classic commemorative set.(Registry values: N2998)

3444

1922 G$1 Grant with Star MS66 PCGS. An original, high-grade example of this needed issue in the short and collectible series of commemorative gold. The surfaces are bright and satiny, the straw-gold color is overlaid by a light layer of reddish and lilac patina. Exceptionally attractive and problem-free, as one would expect for a coin in this grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3445

1922 G$1 Grant with Star MS66 NGC. A shimmering and essentially pristine Premium Gem that shows full design definition apart from the unavoidable slight incompleteness on the tree trunk left of the frame house window. The Star on the obverse field has no significance apart from creating an additional variety for collectors. Commemorative distributors apparently did not learn about mintmark varieties until 1926.(Registry values: N2998)

3446

1922 G$1 Grant with Star MS67 NGC. CAC. This Superb Gem offers outstanding detail and luster. The warm orange-gold surfaces show deeper color in the centers, with a gradual fade toward yellow-gold and jade-green close to the margins. With just seven finer examples known to NGC (3/09), the With Star variety is a rarity any better.(Registry values: N4719)

3447

1922 G$1 Grant with Star MS68 NGC. Unlike the half dollars of the same design, the Grant With Star and No Star gold dollars are of roughly equal rarity; that is, both are extremely challenging to find in pleasing Mint State, much less at the stratospheric MS68 level represented by this spectacular Superb Gem. The fine details of the portrait and the trees are uncommonly strong, and the highly lustrous butter-yellow and peach surfaces are impeccably preserved. Census: 7 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N7079)

3448

1926 $2 1/2 Sesquicentennial MS65 PCGS. Beautiful satiny luster radiates from each side, illuminating the deep lime-gold and rose toning that adorns well preserved surfaces. A couple of tiny nicks are detected just below Liberty's knee, and a small alloy speck resides on the upper left reverse, close to the bell tower of Independence Hall.(Registry values: N2998)

Modern Issues

3449

1984-W G$10 Olympic Gold Ten Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Magnificent gold-on-black contrast. Fully struck and pristine. Population: 41 in 70 Deep Cameo (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3450

1996-W G$5 Olympic/Cauldron Gold Five Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Technically flawless with absolute contrast. The butter-yellow fields are fathomless. One of 52 pieces assigned the ultimate grade by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Modern Bullion Coins

3451

1995-W $1 Silver Eagle PR63 Deep Cameo PCGS. With a proof mintage of only 30,125 pieces, the 1995-W Silver Eagle is the acknowledged key to the series. The present specimen has deeply mirrored fields that contrast vividly with the sharply rendered devices to produce the breathtaking Deep Cameo effect. A few scattered handling marks are all that prevent a higher grade.(Registry values: N1)

3452

1995-W $1 Silver Eagle PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. A gorgeous Deep Cameo representative of this key date issue in the American Silver Eagle series. Just 30,125 pieces were produced, and survivors are far too few to satisfy the demand from collectors. Fully struck and nearly pristine, with just a trace amount of cloudiness detected in the fields.(Registry values: N991)

3453

2006-W $50 Buffalo One-Ounce Gold PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Frosty motifs stand amidst the reflective fields, and pristine yellow-gold surfaces exhibit fully struck design features. A most beautiful gold bullion coin. The 2009 Guide Book notes that these were the first .9999 fine (24-karat) gold coins made by the U.S. Mint.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

3454

2009 $20 Ultra High Relief MS69 PCGS. PCGS First Strike designation. The design is a modern reprise of the Ultra High Relief pattern double eagles of 1907, represented here by a piece that borders on physical perfection. The concave yellow-gold fields offer profound luster. Comes with U.S. Mint wooden box, blue outer case, and certificate of authenticity.

Coins of Hawaii

3455

1883 25C Hawaii Quarter MS67 PCGS. Variegated sea-green and russet coloration atop scintillating luster defines this Superb Gem Hawaiian quarter. As of (3/09), only 12 examples of this issue have earned the MS67 grade at PCGS, with none grading finer. The population at NGC is even lower with just six Superb Gem pieces. Fortunately, the quarter dollar issues of Hawaii saw less attrition through melting than the larger half dollar and dollar coins, so high grade examples are readily available in near-Gem or better condition. However, the handful of extant MS67 pieces occupy only the most fortunate of cabinets.

3456

1883 25C Hawaii Quarter MS67 PCGS. CAC. The quarter has the highest survival rate of the various Hawaii denominations of 1883, though few pieces have the level of preservation offered by this Superb Gem. Intense luster shines through silver-blue patina that shows prominent green-gold elements at the upper obverse. Population: 12 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).

3457

1883 50C Hawaii Half Dollar MS61 PCGS. Light gray surfaces display dapples of darker gray and orange, and possess the most potent luster in the recessed areas. The design elements are well impressed. An appealing coin, despite a scattering of minute, inoffensive marks. Housed in a green label holder.

3458

1883 50C Hawaii Half Dollar MS64 PCGS. CAC. A lovely near-Gem example of this brief type, which was only produced in 1883. Pretty gold, coral-red, and sky-blue toning is illuminated by shimmering luster on both sides. The design elements are crisply struck, and both sides of the piece are nicely preserved, except for a few trivial, scattered blemishes. Population: 53 in 64, 11 finer (3/09).

3459

1879 12.5C T. Hobron Hawaii 12 1/2 Cent Token MS62 Brown NGC. Medcalf 2TE-8. Incorrectly described as a 2TE-7 on the holder. An uncommonly high grade for this workhorse railroad token, listed on page 391 of the 2009 Guide Book but unpriced in Mint State. The chocolate-brown surfaces are essentially unabraded, and the strike is bold for this high relief, wide rim issue.

Errors

3460

1863 1C Indian Cent--Reverse Struck-Through--MS64 NGC. Lustrous and well preserved with nearly mark-free surfaces. A popular Civil War date that is quite elusive in high grades. The reverse shows a slender strike-through across the right side of the periphery, between 2 o'clock and 4 o'clock. A good strike with some softness on the upper right obverse quadrant. One tiny spot on the first T in STATES.

3461

Undated Indian Cent--Full Brockage Obverse--MS64 Brown PCGS. A previously struck cent blocked the obverse die when the present piece was coined. The obverse displays a reversed, incuse,and enlarged image of the reverse. A full brockage, but not a perfect brockage, since the obverse die cap had struck other cents prior to this coin, which somewhat flattened the reverse of the die cap. A lustrous chocolate-brown near-Gem with outstanding carbon-free surfaces.

3462

2007-D Cent--Struck on a Struck Dime--MS66 PCGS. Errors of recent years seem to be scarcer than those of the past, particularly for oddities such as this dual-denomination piece. Roosevelt's profile and the laurel branch are visible as undertypes of the obverse and reverse, respectively, of this 2007-D Lincoln cent. Minimally toned save for occasional splashes of peach.

3463

1965 Roosevelt Dime--Struck on a 90% Silver Planchet--Rim Damage--NCS. AU Details. 2.51 gm. A transitional alloy wrong planchet error, in the same category as the heavily publicized 1943-dated bronze cents, or the 1944-dated zinc-plated steel cents. Briefly circulated, but this principally untoned dime retains ample luster. The reverse border near 8 o'clock has a test cut, presumably made by a finder or dealer unsure of his or her conquest. The Mint struck 1964-dated silver dimes at the same time that 1965 clad dimes were produced, partly to use up remaining stock, partly to meet the demands of commerce, and partly to convince the public that silver coins were not widely hoarded.

3464

(2007-D) 10C Roosevelt Dime--Deep Reverse Die Cap--MS62 PCGS. The date is actually invisible on this piece, so identification is apparently the result of finding the coin in a Mint bag of 2007-D dimes. The planchet capped the reverse die, and experienced multiple press cycles before falling away. There also appears to be a strike through error in the reverse design, perhaps from a wire or other similar object, and that may be the reason that the original strike caused the die cap. A brilliant light gray example.

3465

1993-? 25C Washington Quarter--Struck Five Times on Aluminum Feeder Finger Tip--MS64 PCGS. Error expert Fred Weinberg tells us that the present coin dated 1993 is the earliest date known for this amazing error type. The aluminum feeder fingers are used to introduce planchets into the coining press, and they would occasionally break into pieces. When one of the broken pieces fell into a bin of blank planchets, it would eventually be fed into the press as if it was a legitimate planchet, creating the unusual error.

3466

1999-P 25C New Jersey Quarter--Struck on a Nickel Planchet--AU58 PCGS. There are only four or five known examples of this error rarity. The impression is nicely centered with nearly all of the peripheral lettering intact. Both sides have lustrous light gray surfaces that exhibit only the slightest luster break on the high points of the design.

3467

1972-D $1 Eisenhower Dollar--Struck on a Philippine Piso Planchet--MS63 NGC. Type One Reverse. 15.2 gm. A normal '72-D Ike weighs 24.6 gm. The consistent straw-gold color is an early clue that something went wrong in the making of this Eisenhower dollar. Also, there is no sign of a raised rim, and the peripheral legends are all partly off the flan. This well centered wrong planchet error has satin luster and excellent preservation. The tiny marks on the cheek were on the planchet prior to the strike.

Certified Modern Proof Sets

3468

Six-Piece 1942 Proof Set PR65 to PR66 NGC. The set includes: Lincoln cent PR65 Red, fully struck with beautifully deep cherry-red coloration; Type One Jefferson nickel PR65, moderately reflective with a great strike and pristine surfaces; Type Two Jefferson nickel PR66, pale milky patina is seen over both sides; Mercury dime PR66, deeply toned in shades of turquoise and golden-brown; Washington quarter PR66, highly reflective with deep turquoise and rose toning; and a Walking Liberty half PR66, boldly defined with deep champagne-rose and turquoise patina.

Miscellaneous

3469

Undated (1942) Pair of San Francisco Mint Silver Ingots. While each silver ingot is undated, copies of paperwork accompany that verifies at least one of these were made in 1942, and since they came from the same source it is logical to conclude they both were made in the same year. The paperwork is dated December 28, 1942. The memorandum line reads "Mine Silver," but the Bullion Deposit Memo Report specifies these were from "Scrap Silverware." The depositor had a total of 253.75 ounces in the mint after melting. The Bar Delivery lists bar number 995, but number 712 was presumably on another delivery list and has been separated or is now lost.
These small-sized ingots are bright and almost untoned. The only variation in color is on the back of each where some slight toning is seen. Each has the large oval stamp of the San Francisco Mint. One reads 712 / 999.5 / FINE with 6.73 / OZS on the back. The other reads 995 / 999.75 / FINE with 5.87 / OZS on the back. A rare opportunity to acquire mint ingots with original documentation.

3470

1995-P Gymnastics Silver Dollar Cancelled Reverse Proof Die. Serial number 5642091. A hefty steel die with highly polished face, used to strike proof Atlanta Olympics silver dollar commemoratives with the Gymnastics design. Two crossing rim-to-rim lines form a prominent 'X' cancellation mark. Dimensions are similar to a slightly oversized shotglass. Though cancelled dies used to strike the Atlanta Olympic commemoratives were offered for sale after production of the coins was completed, sales lagged, possibly because the wide variety of pieces had fatigued collectors.

Betts Medals

3471

Impaired 1777 Franklin Americain Medal. Clay, 114 mm. Design of Betts-548. The bust truncation is signed NINI F. 1777. The date 1777 below the bust is raised. Similar in appearance to Ford XIV:338 (Stack's, May 2006), which was brass instead of clay and described as "raised from a mold taken from a terracotta Nini or a mother mold thereof." The reverse is blank. Modified, presumably by the maker, to add a string inserted into the back and threaded through a small hole on the edge at 12 o'clock. The medal is broken, with a large piece out above the portrait between 10:30 and 12:30. Personal inspection is suggested.

3472

1781 John Egar Howard Comitia Americana Medal, Bronze, AU58 Uncertified. Betts-595. 46 mm, 40.1 gm. Light friction on the eye of the horse and the shoulder of the fleeing British soldier. A well struck chocolate-brown example of this Comitia Americana entry. Howard was a hero of the 1781 Battle of Cowpens, a turning point of the Revolutionary War. A straight incused line beneath the shoulder of Howard appears to be a strike-through, as made.

3473

1783 Peace of Versailles Medal, Bronze MS60 Uncertified. Betts-611. 42 mm, 29.7 gm. Plain edge. Obverse rim die breaks at 4:30 and between 7 and 8 o'clock, as seen on the Ford:XIV pieces. Medium brown with attractive orange and plum-red undertones. Well struck and free from wear, but the edges are lightly filed, particularly on the die breaks, likely as issued.

3474

1783 Peace of Versailles Medal, Bronze, MS60 Uncertified. Betts-611. 42 mm, 38.4 gm. Plain edge. As with the other Betts-611 in the present auction, the lower obverse rim die breaks are filed, perhaps as issued. A sharply struck golden-brown example with consistent color and a couple of faint marks on the king's cheek.

Washingtonia

3475

1790 Manly Medal, Bronze, AU Cleaned Uncertified. Baker-61B, R.6. 48 mm, 35.4 gm. Plain edge. The moderately bright orange, olive, and rose color is due to a cleaning. Both sides are minutely granular, but the devices and legends are sharp and there are no distracting abrasions. The letter R in a careful hand has been written with a felt marker near 9 o'clock on the reverse.

U.S. Mint Medals

3476

1829 Andrew Jackson Indian Peace Medal MS63 Uncertified. Second Size, Second Reverse, Julian-IP-15. Bronzed copper, 125.4 gm, rim 5.5 mm, 62.3 mm. Dies by Moritz Fürst and John Reich. Obverse bust right, rev. clasped hands, pipe and tomahawk, PEACE AND FRIENDSHIP, pointing between F and R. Probably a later Philadelphia Mint restrike from the 1880s. With prooflike, mirrored surfaces. A reddish-mahogany piece without abrasions, showing three copper spots on the obverse that limit the grade.

3477

1817 James Monroe Indian Peace Medal. Julian IP-8. Bronze, 76 mm. Dies by Mortiz Furst and John Reich. Original dies, finger points to F of FRIENDSHIP. A well struck antebellum collector's medal. Lovely milk-chocolate toning with pastel aqua and rose undertones. Only a trace of friction on the hair and eyebrow. Scattered small marks include ticks on the cheekbone and jaw and the U in U.S.A.
Ex: Early American History Auctions, 8/2002, lot 977.

Hard Times Tokens

3478

(1837) Feuchtwanger Three Cent Obverse Die Trial MS64 Brown NGC. Ex: S. Berngard Collection. Low-119B, HT-266, R.8. The obverse displays the eagle motif of Low-119, HT-265, sans date. Heavy circular die lines, presumably caused by a reduction lathe, fill the obverse field. After this piece was struck but prior to Feuchtwanger's production of the extremely rare HT-265, the obverse die was modified. The die lines were removed, the rock was extended on its right border, and the date was added. Struck over a 1793 Middlesex Conder token, D&H 1033 or 1034. The undertype is flattened but visible on the reverse.
Ex: Rossa & Tanenbaum, 12/1989 to Byron White; Samuel Berngard Collection (Stack's, 7/2008), lot 3146, which realized $8,625.

Alaska Tokens

3479

Four 1909 Alaska Yukon Pacific Gold Tokens. Four tokens: two each of the 1/2 pennyweight size, one our grade AU58, the other our grade Uncirculated Details but cleaned with glue residue; a 1/4 pennyweight size, our grade AU Details, cleaned; and a 1 pennyweight size, our grade AU Details, cleaned.

World Medals

3480

1822 French-American Commercial Treaty Medal, Bronze, AU58 Uncertified. 51 mm, 72.2 gm. Plain edge. Obverse: Bust right of Louis XVIII. Reverse: Female personifications of France and America frequent a monument of Mercury, Roman god of commerce. Obverse die by Andrieu, reverse die by Gayrard. A pleasing chocolate-brown piece that has just a hint of wear on the high points of the king's curls.

Additional Certified Coins

3481

1891-CC $1 Morgan Dollar MS65 Paramount (MS62). Ex: Redfield Collection. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. The popular Spitting Eagle variety, with a small die chip directly in front of the eagle's beak. This piece is well struck, if typically soft just above the ear, with excellent luster and a partial coating of creamy golden toning over the reverse. The obverse displays mottled red-brown, olive-green, and gold patina. The number of surface marks seems low for the MS62 grade level.(Registry values: P6, N491)

GSA Dollars

3482

1880-CC $1 MS65 NGC. Splashes of navy-blue, ocean-blue, and golden-brown enrich the right reverse portion of this Gem GSA Morgan dollar. The obverse is nearly untoned. Lustrous and nicely struck.(Registry values: P4, N991)

3483

1885-CC $1 GSA Hoard MS66 NGC. Close to brilliant, although tan-gold wisps visit the cheek and fields. Dynamic cartwheel sheen sweeps refreshingly mark-free surfaces. Undoubtedly scarce this nice still within a GSA holder.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

Session 5

Patterns

3484

1836 P2C Two Cents, Judd-54, Pollock-57, Low R.6, PR64 Brown NGC. 1836 was an important year for pattern production. The Gobrecht dollar was introduced, and the first two cent and gold dollar patterns were struck. The obverse of the present piece features a small eagle on a cloud, reminiscent of the Draped Bust silver dollar reverse design. The reverse has TWO CENTS in the center and is surrounded by a laurel wreath. Struck in copper with a plain edge. The dies have medal turn, and a lengthy crack passes through the eagle's right (facing) wing. Electric-green and red-brown toning dominates on both sides. Sharply struck with mildly reflective fields.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3485

1836 PG$1 Gold Dollar, Judd-67, Pollock-70, R.5--Plugged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. We net grade this piece PR50 by remaining details, as there is no luster remaining. The obverse features a Liberty cap surrounded by rays of glory, similar in design to certain contemporary Mexican issues. The reverse features the denomination 1 D. within a coiled palm frond, with the date below and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA above. Christian Gobrecht is credited with both designs. Struck in gold with a plain edge. This is one of the few obtainable gold patterns. This particular piece shows evidence of a repaired hole at 12 o'clock on the obverse and swirling hairlines from cleaning.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3486

1836 PG$1 Gold Dollar, Judd-69, Pollock-72, High R.7, PR64 NGC. The obverse offers a Liberty cap appropriately inscribed and surrounded by a glory of rays, the same motif used for the 1836 Mint medal celebrating the advent of steam coinage. The reverse features a large 1 D. in two lines, surrounded by a palm frond, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and the date 1836 around the rim. Struck in silver with a plain edge. Probably a dozen or so of these pieces were struck in silver. The striking details are exceptionally sharp on each side. The fields are deeply reflective and much brilliance remains with multicolored toning surrounding the devices.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3487

1838 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-72, Pollock-75, R.5, PR63 NGC. The William Kneass / Christian Gobrecht design for the half dollar that features a draped bust of Liberty facing left with stars on the left and right, date below. The reverse shows a stately drop-wing eagle without shield. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. This is a deeply mirrored example that has light reddish-russet toning that turns deep blue around the margins.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3488

1838 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-73 Restrike, Pollock-77, R.5, PR66 ★ NGC. The obverse, once attributed to Chief Engraver William Kneass, is more likely the work of assistant Christian Gobrecht. It depicts a large draped bust of Liberty facing left. Medallic alignment. A level flying eagle faces left and dominates the reverse. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Three die cracks are seen on the reverse. The difference between originals and restrikes is determined not by the presence of die cracks, as one might think, but by weight (206 grains vs. 143 grains) and reed count (143-145 reeds vs. 146 reeds). Like the previous Judd-72, the surfaces are reddish-golden and turn blue around the margins with deeply mirrored fields.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3489

1838 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-73 Restrike, Pollock-77, R.5, PR66 NGC. A draped bust of Liberty faces left on the obverse, with an awkward flying eagle dominating the reverse. A restrike that has five different die cracks on the reverse, in addition to tiny specks of die rust on both fields. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. An all-white and deeply mirrored Premium Gem with a better strike than usually seen on this "midnight mint" restrike. Among the finest certified examples of this popular early silver pattern.

3490

1838 P50C Seated Liberty Half Dollar, Judd-79A, Pollock-86, Low R.7--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. The obverse is similar to the adopted design of 1839. The reverse is an early impression from Gobrecht's Flying Eagle design, which makes this coin a reduced version of the Gobrecht dollar. Struck in silver with a reeded edge, medal alignment. Though the fields show significant hairlines from a past cleaning, this specimen retains the sharpness of strike that indicates the piece's proof origins. Rich blue, violet, and rose-gold patina covers each side.

3491

1849 P3CS Three Cent Silver, Judd-114, Pollock-128, Low R.7, PR64 NGC. An unusually crude and simple design, one side has a large Arabic 3, the other depicts a Roman III. The denticles are slanted and toothlike. A mule of the reverses for Judd-111 and Judd-112. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. Fewer than a dozen of these pieces are believed extant. This is an attractive piece that has even amounts of pale red and lilac color on each side. Lightly spotted on the reverse.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3492

1850 P3CS Three Cent Silver, Judd-125 Original, Pollock-147, R.4, PR62 NGC. The obverse has a Liberty cap with resplendent rays surrounding. LIBERTY is on the bottom part of the cap, and the date 1850 below. A palm branch encircles the entire reverse to form a wreath, enclosing the numeral III. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA rings the rim. Struck in silver with a plain edge. The planchet shows heavy die striations, and as a result the fields are bright and reflective. Reddish-brown patina is seen in the centers with bright blue color around the margins.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3493

1853 P1C One Cent, Judd-151, Pollock-178, Low R.6, PR65 NGC. A regular Liberty quarter eagle obverse die is paired with a pattern small cent reverse. Struck with a reeded edge in an alloy of 40% nickel and 60% copper. The obverse has a narrow rim and short denticles, the reverse lacks a rim but has lengthy denticles. The devices are sharply struck on each side, and the surfaces are silvery-appearing for the most part with a slight overlay of golden and lilac toning.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3494

1854 P1C One Cent, Judd-161 Original, Pollock-187, R.4, PR64 Brown NGC. A Mint attempt to replace the cumbersome large cent with a smaller diameter version with similar design types. There are no obverse stars, and the wreath is smaller in scale relative to the legends. Struck in bronze with a plain edge. The surfaces are deep brown with an overlay of blue that gives the coin a two-toned iridescent quality. Problem-free.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3495

1854 P1C One Cent, Judd-161 Original, Pollock-187, R.4, PR66 Brown NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. The design is similar to the large cent then in circulation, but there are no stars on the obverse, and the planchet is smaller--just about 25.4 mm (1 inch), compared with a diameter for the regular large cent of 27.5 mm (1.08 inches). Struck in copper or bronze with a plain edge.
While the measurements above do not seem to be a dramatic difference, it is one that is immediately noticeable. The corresponding weights, of course, differ as well. Originals and restrikes are known. The originals, per Pollock, weigh in the neighborhood of 91 to 100 grains (5.9 to 6.5 gm), while the restrikes weigh around 113-114 grains (7.3-7.4 gm). By way of comparison, a standard 1854 large cent would weigh 10.9 gm when new. PCGS has only certified one piece as a Restrike. NGC has not given an indication which this is. This is a splendid, deeply mirrored proof. Each side shows glimmering iridescent blue patina with noticeable amounts of original red that still remain. USPatterns.com notes that these are difficult to find with much red color.
Ex: Lester Merkin (6/1972).
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3496

1855 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-168 Original, Pollock-193, R.4, PR62 Brown NGC. The obverse shows a hook-neck eagle surrounded by thirteen stars with the date below. The reverse is similar in design to the large cent, but the wreath is smaller. Struck from clashed dies in bronze with a plain edge. These patterns are rarely encountered with any red. While this piece is labeled Brown, there is considerable underlying mint red still in evidence. Nicely reflective fields.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3497

1855 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-168 Original, Pollock-193, R.4, PR63 Brown NGC. Same design and composition as previous. As usually seen, this piece lacks any remnants of mint red. Each side is deep brown in color. The design elements are sharply defined, except on the lower leaves of the wreath. A pleasing coin for a PR63.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3498

1855 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-173, Pollock-198, Low R.7, PR63 Brown NGC. Similar to the 1854 Flying Eagle large cent pattern, but dated 1855. The reverse has a smaller wreath than used on Judd-163 and has only two leaves under the E in STATES. Struck in bronze or copper with a plain edge. Again, like the Judd-168 above, these pieces are rarely seen with any remnants of red color. This particular piece has a streaky woodgrain texture on the lower obverse with significant portions of mint orange-red evident. The reverse is mostly deep blue-brown with occasional hints of mint red at the margin. An attractive coin, especially for the grade.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3499

1856 E1/2C Half Cent, Judd-177, Pollock-205, R.5, PR63 NGC. The regular half cent dies of 1856 but, continuing the metallic composition experiments begun in 1850 that would lead to the successful introduction of the copper-nickel small cents, the planchets for these pieces are copper-nickel, either 88:12 or 90:10. Struck with a plain edge. These are experimental alloy pieces, and apparently the difference in alloy was not noticeable to many people who saw them in the 19th century and quite a few were spent. This is a deeply mirrored proof striking that shows a lovely mixture of red and blue on each side. Sharply defined in most areas.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3500

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-193, Pollock-236, R.5, PR64 NGC. The obverse is struck from the Small Letters 1858 Indian cent die, while the reverse shows an oak wreath with ornamental shield at top. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. The fields are deeply reflective and the coin is an obvious copper-nickel product with the light golden-tan color of that composition. Add to that a slight overlay of red and lilac with reflective fields, and this piece has considerable eye appeal.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3501

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-193, Pollock-236, R.5, PR66 NGC. The obverse is identical to the regular issue 1858 Small Letters cent. The reverse, while similar to that adopted for the Indian cent in 1860, displays a broad, ornamented shield at the top. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. This specimen is exquisitely struck and displays lovely, essentially uniform golden-brown toning across both sides. A faint woodgrain texture is noted on the reverse, but is certainly not unattractive. There are no contact marks or bothersome hairlines on either side of this lovely, conditionally scarce Premium Gem. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).

3502

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-202, Pollock-245, R.5, PR61 NGC. Snow-PT19. The obverse resembles the contemporary Flying Eagle cent, but the eagle is smaller in scale. The reverse is close to the issued 1859 Indian cent. The five leaf cluster Pollock variant of this popular pattern. "About 75 pieces struck," according to Snow. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. Well struck and nicely preserved with reflective fields and light chestnut-gold toning on both sides. A few faint hairlines on the obverse limit the grade.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3503

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-204, Pollock-248, R.5, PR63 NGC. Paquet's small flying eagle motif is paired with an ornamental shield and oak wreath reverse. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. According to USPatterns.com "Because these were sold in sets, it is relatively common." However, this is an uncommonly attractive piece for the grade. The fields are deeply mirrored, and the surfaces are bright golden-tan with a slight overlay of reddish patina. A couple of light spots on the reverse limit the grade.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3504

1858 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-208, Pollock-259, R.1, MS65 PCGS. The obverse has the date centered rather than low with the rounded bust of 1860 and later issues. The reverse has a laurel wreath with five-leaf clusters. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. A common pattern that is popular as a transitional issue. The surfaces are light gold-tan with lilac-gray accents on each side. A shallow mark is located in the left obverse field, directly in front of the Indian's chin; otherwise, the surfaces seem virtually untouched. Population: 4 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

3505

1858 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-208, Pollock-259, R.1, PR65 NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Snow-PT28. Die Pair 1. The Indian Head cent as adopted in 1859, with clusters of five leaves on the reverse wreath. This is the Centered Date variant. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. This particular coin has apparently undergone metallurgical testing and the NGC insert states it is composed of 87% copper and 13% nickel, which identifies it as a Pollock-259. Attractive reddish tinted steel-gray surfaces also show a significant presence of powder blue in the center of the reverse. Nicely mirrored and problem-free. Census: 7 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).

3506

1858 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-212, Pollock-263, R.4, PR64 Cameo PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. The centered date variant with a rounded bust tip. Similar to the later regular issue Indian cent but with a broad, ornamented shield at the top of the reverse, and broad rims. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. Intricately struck with canary-gold color and pleasing field reflectivity. Scattered minute gray flecks are of little import.

3507

1858 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-212, Pollock-263, R.4, PR65 NGC. The centered date variant with a rounded bust tip. As with the piece below, this pattern is similar to the regular issue Indian cent but with a broad, ornamented shield at the top of the reverse and broad rims. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. The surfaces are generally light in color, as one would expect from the composition, and slight, darker haziness in the fields.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3508

1858 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-213, Pollock-252, R.7, PR65 NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal, Card Included. Overall, Judd-213 is R.5. However, the subvariety with a narrow bust point and low leaves is R.7, since most Judd-213 patterns feature a broad bust point. Judd-213 has an Indian head cent obverse very similar to that introduced in circulation in 1859, although dated 1858. It is paired with a standard 1858 Flying Eagle cent reverse die. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. Well struck and flashy with slightly mellowed orange-gold surfaces. Only minute carbon denies an even finer grade.

3509

1858 P25C Quarter Dollar, Judd-221, Pollock-264, High R.7, PR64 NGC. The regular Liberty Seated quarter dollar obverse for the year. Anthony Paquet designed the reverse die for this variety, which was also used to produce the 1859 Judd-234 quarter patterns. A seemingly malformed eagle with outstretched wings displays a shield on its breast. The left claw holds three long, slender arrows while the right talons grasp an olive sprig. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / QUARTER DOLLAR surrounds the periphery. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Both sides have reflective, moderately mirrored proof surfaces beneath gold, lilac, and blue toning with splashes of iridescence.

3510

1859 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-228, Pollock-272, R.1, MS65 NGC. Snow-PT4. A popular transitional pattern that bears the shield reverse of 1860. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. Well struck and lustrous with yellow-gold and salmon-pink toning. Census: 37 in 65, 7 finer (3/09).

3511

1859 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-237, Pollock-293, R.4, PR64 NGC. Liberty faces right with laurel and vine in her hair. A ribbon below the bust is inscribed LIBERTY, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around, and the date below. The reverse has an agricultural wreath around the denomination HALF DOLLAR. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The deeply reflective fields enhance the light golden-rose toning seen on each side.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3512

1859 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-240, Pollock-296, R.5, PR63 Red and Brown NGC. On the obverse Liberty faces right with laurel and vine in her hair. A ribbon below the bust is inscribed LIBERTY, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around, and the date below. The reverse has an agricultural wreath around the denomination 1/2 DOLLAR. The wreath contains various products of the nation's farmers, including corn, wheat, cotton, tobacco, and sugar cane. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. It is believed that somewhere around 30 examples exist of this design and in copper, making this one of the most widely collected patterns. The obverse has bright, even orange-gold color while the reverse is significantly deeper in hue. Lightly spotted.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3513

1863 1C One Cent, Judd-299, Pollock-359, R.3, MS63 Brown PCGS. CAC. A transitional variety; similar to the 1864 No L bronze cent but dated 1863, when all regular issue cents were copper-nickel. Struck in bronze with a plain edge. Medallic alignment of the dies. While deep in color overall, there is significant cherry-red and emerald-green color on each side with flashy mirrors in the fields.

3514

1863 1C One Cent, Judd-299, Pollock-359, R.3, PR65 Brown NGC. Both obverse and reverse dies were the designs used on regular-issue coinage in 1863. Struck in bronze, with a medal turn, and a plain edge. The surfaces are dark, even brown and there is little evidence of a proof finish in the fields.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3515

1863 2C Two Cents, Judd-312, Pollock-377, R.4, PR65 Brown NGC. Similar to the adopted two cent piece of the following year, except that the motto reads GOD OUR TRUST on the obverse, and the word CENTS is sharply curved within the wreath on the reverse. The wreath is tightly bound with no trailing ribbon ends. Struck in bronze with a plain edge. Each side is deep brown in color, and this has greatly subdued the mirrors in the proof fields. However, there are no noticeable flaws or spots on either side.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3516

1863 3C Three Cents, Judd-319, Pollock-384, R.5, PR65 Brown NGC. The obverse is similar to the Braided Hair large cent design that the Mint discontinued in 1857, only with the substitution of a markedly smaller date. The reverse displays 3 CENTS in the center surrounded by a laurel wreath with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA about the border. Struck in either bronze or copper with a plain edge. This is a razor-sharp Gem with red-brown patina that yields to emerald-green accents around the devices. Census: 1 in 65 Brown, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3517

1864 1C One Cent, Judd-356b, Pollock-426a, R.8, MS65 NGC. From regular issue plain edge 1864 No L Indian cent dies, but struck in copper-nickel instead of the expected bronze. Pollock (1994) was aware of only one example of this variety, the coin that sold as lot 656 in Stack's October 1992 sale of the Floyd T. Starr Collection. We do know of a second example, the coin that was offered as lot 7460 in our February 2001 Long Beach Signature Sale, and the present representative appears to be a third. Whereas the other two coins are proofs, NGC has designated this coin a business strike. Both sides are overall medium tan in appearance with blushes of delicate champagne tinting here and there. The date and the upper portion of the shield are indistinct, while the portrait and remaining legends are bold. For pedigree purposes, two minuscule green flecks are noted on the obverse denticles at 11 o'clock and between a pair of feather tips.

3518

1865 1C One Cent, Judd-405, Pollock-474, High R.7, PR63 NGC. Both obverse and reverse dies are the familiar Indian Head designs adopted for regular coinage in 1865. Struck in coin die alignment on a copper-nickel planchet with a reeded edge. These unusual reeded edge coins are known on both thick and thin planchets. This is a thin planchet piece. The thick planchet pieces were presumably struck on leftover planchets from 1864 Indian cents. The surfaces are light in color with just a tinge of pale red and lilac patina; otherwise bright golden-tan, as expected on a copper-nickel coin. Fully struck.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3519

1865 2C Two Cents, Judd-409A, Pollock-479, High R.7, MS64 NGC. Both obverse and reverse are from the regular two cent dies of the year. The obverse is the Fancy 5 variety. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. Comparable in appearance to the Judd-409A in the January Queller Collection. The surfaces of this piece show no evidence of reflectivity, undoubtedly because of the hardness of the nickel ore used. Similarly, the hardness of the nickel also made it impossible to completely strike up all the design elements. Untoned, gray-white surfaces, each side shows a few tiny specks of carbon.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Two.

3520

1866 5C Five Cents, Judd-461, Pollock-535, R.5, PR63 NGC. The obverse features a bust of Washington facing right with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the date below. The reverse displays the denomination centered in a laurel wreath, with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST above. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. A relatively obtainable Washington head pattern with an estimated three dozen or so known in all grades. This piece has light yellow-gray patina over each side. It shows minimal mirrors in the fields, undoubtedly because of the nickel composition.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3521

1867 5C Five Cents, Judd-561, Pollock-622, R.5, PR65 Cameo NGC. A Liberty head on the obverse faces left with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the date below. A headdress consists of four feathers and four stars, and a ribbon is inscribed UNION & LIBERTY. Below the bust is LONGACRE F. The reverse has an ornate shield superimposed with a large V. Above, the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. Struck in aluminum with a plain edge. It is thought that 100 examples of this pattern variety were struck, and that figure is consistent with the current rarity rating. This lovely Gem proof has brilliant gray surfaces with deeply mirrored fields and fully lustrous devices. Both sides are pristine with few marks of any kind. An exceptional pattern five cent piece.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3522

1868 1C One Cent, Judd-608, Pollock-673, R.4, PR64 NGC. The design closely resembles the contemporary three cent nickel, but only a single pillar represents the denomination within the wreath, and the ribbon ends are more prominent. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. Struck from Die Variety I, with the date higher in the exergual area and the Y in LIBERTY closer to the hair. This is a fully struck example, and the brightly reflective fields shine strongly through the streaky gray-rose patina seen on each side.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3523

1868 3CN Three Cent Nickel, Judd-618, Pollock-687, R.4, PR64 NGC. Similar to the regular issue three cent nickel, but the devices on both sides are set in larger fields. In addition, the Roman numerals on the reverse are smooth and without ribs. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. The nicely mirrored surfaces have an overlay of light lilac on each side. Light carbon spots prevent an even higher grade.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3524

1869 10C Standard Silver Ten Cents, Judd-708, Pollock-787, R.5, PR64 NGC. On the obverse Liberty faces right, wearing a headband that is adorned with a single large star in the forehead area. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA borders the upper periphery, with IN GOD WE TRUST in a curved ribbon below. Reverse: STANDARD SILVER around upper edge with 10 / CENTS in an oak and laurel wreath. Struck in silver with a plain edge. This is a relatively common Standard Silver issue. Pronounced die striations are seen in the fields on each side, which impart bright reflectivity. Light toning is seen on each side also, primarily rose colored in the centers with lilac margins.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3525

1869 25C Standard Silver Quarter Dollar, Judd-722, Pollock-803, High R.6, PR64 NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. Standard Silver design with Liberty wearing a diadem and scroll below, the reverse reads STANDARD SILVER 1869 around the rim with 25 CENTS in the center of an oak and laurel wreath. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Fully original golden-brown and iridescent toning subdues the lovely proof surfaces with deeply mirrored fields and lustrous devices.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3526

1869 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar, Judd-754, Pollock-838, R.5, PR62 PCGS. A bust of Liberty wearing a headband inscribed LIBERTY and ornamented with a star faces right, the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds the figure, and a scroll with IN GOD WE TRUST is below. The reverse has 50 CENTS centered in a wreath of oak and laurel with STANDARD SILVER above and the date 1869 below. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Both sides are entirely brilliant with fully mirrored fields and hints of luster on the central design motifs. A wonderful piece in a green label PCGS holder.

3527

1870 10C Standard Silver Ten Cents, Judd-843, Pollock-942, Low R.6, PR64 NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. The obverse has a head of Liberty with a diadem in her hair and a scroll beneath the bust rather than the date. The reverse is simply laid out with 10 CENTS in the center, surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn with STANDARD above. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The reverse is rotated a few degrees counterclockwise. This is a pleasing proof with even lilac-gray toning. A slightly muted overall appearance keeps this piece from Gem quality. Census: 6 in 64, 10 finer (3/09).
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3528

1870 25C Quarter Dollar, Judd-883, Pollock-981, Low R.7, PR64 NGC. The obverse depicts a seated figure of Liberty facing left, with 13 stars around and the date below. The reverse is the regular Seated Liberty quarter. Struck in silver with a plain edge. Probably fewer than a dozen examples are known of this silver, plain edge variant. The surfaces are richly toned in shades of golden-rose with deep blue around the denticles. The toning is highlighted by the exceptionally deep mirrors in the fields on each side.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3529

1870 $1 Dollar, Judd-1002, Pollock-1134, Low R.6, PR63 NGC. The William Barber Seated Liberty design. A seated Liberty faces left, with 13 stars ringing the rim and the date 1870 in exergue. She holds a shield with her right hand and an olive branch in her left. A cap rests atop a Liberty pole, and a scroll crosses the shield with LIBERTY raised above the ribbon. The reverse is from the regular Seated Liberty dollar die of the year. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Probably more than a dozen examples are known of this silver, reeded edge variant. This is a deeply reflective example that retains considerable underlying brilliance with just the slightest overlay of golden-rose toning.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3530

1870 $1 Dollar, Judd-1005, Pollock-1137, Low R.6, PR63 Brown NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. The William Barber obverse design showing Liberty seated holding a laurel branch in her left hand, right hand resting on a shield and scroll with a Liberty pole and cap in the background. The reverse is from the regular dies for the Seated dollar of this year. Struck in copper with a plain edge. A deeply toned proof with golden-olive, bluish-green, and violet toning on both sides. A delightful example despite faint hairlines and contact marks.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3531

1871 5C Five Cents, Judd-1050, Pollock-1184, Low R.6, PR65 NGC. The obverse bears a portrait of Liberty similar to that used on the nickel three cent piece. The date is below and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is above the central device. The reverse depicts a reversed Roman numeral five and the word CENTS is within a wreath. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. This popular pattern is brilliant throughout with deeply mirrored fields on each side. Fully struck.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3532

1871 H10C Standard Silver Half Dime, Judd-1059, Pollock-1194, High R.7, PR64 NGC. Liberty faces left and is seated on a globe while supporting a Liberty pole with her right hand. The reverse has the legends STANDARD and 5 CENTS separated by a wreath of cotton and corn. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. This design was executed by William Barber as Longacre had died in 1869. It is one of four design types produced this year. Sets were produced in silver, copper, and aluminum. Each side shows progressively deeper golden-to-russet coloration. Deeply mirrored fields.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3533

1871 25C Quarter Dollar, Judd-1100, Pollock-1236, R.6-7, PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Longacre's Indian Princess design. Liberty is seated left, similar to the eventually adopted Trade dollar, but she is accompanied by different items, such as a Liberty cap and pole, two flags, and a globe. The reverse is that of the issued Seated Motto quarter. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. Medium reddish-brown on the obverse has a few splashes of darker steel. The reverse has partly bright orange mint color and partly deep brown toning.

3534

1871 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar, Judd-1106, Pollock-1242, Low R.7, PR63 Brown NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. A seated representation of Liberty faces left on the obverse, wearing an Indian headdress and supporting a liberty pole with her right hand. Her left hand rests on a globe with a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY. The date 1871 is below. On the reverse, the denomination 50 CENTS is situated within a wreath of cotton and corn with STANDARD above. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. An impressive Select proof, this piece has greenish-yellow surfaces with traces of pale blue and iridescent toning.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3535

1871 $1 Standard Silver Dollar, Judd-1133, Pollock-1270, High R.6--Artificial Toning--NCS. Proof. A dollar pattern with Longacre's modified design having only 13 stars on the flag and the first and 13th peripheral stars closer to the base. The reverse has 1 DOLLAR as the central design element which is surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn, and the word STANDARD above. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. This is James Longacre's famous Indian Princess design as modified by William Barber for the 1871 pattern coinage. Longacre died in 1869 and never actually saw his design on a struck coin. More than a dozen examples are believed known today of this silver, reeded edge variant. The surfaces are covered with deep golden-gray toning that is obviously artificial. Slight friction can be seen over the high points of the design.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3536

1871 $1 Standard Silver Dollar, Judd-1133, Pollock-1270, High R.6, PR62 NGC. A dollar pattern with Longacre's modified design with only 13 stars on the flag and the first and thirteenth peripheral stars closer to the base. The reverse has 1 DOLLAR in the center and is surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn with the word STANDARD above. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The fields are deeply reflective and each side has smoky-gray patina that deepens around the design elements and peripheries. Lightly hairlined.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3537

1871 $5 Five Dollar, Judd-1170, Pollock-1312, High R.7, PR65 Red and Brown NGC. The regular dies for the 1871 Liberty half eagle. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. It is Saul Teichman's opinion, as expressed on the USPatterns.com website, that "it is more than likely that the off-metal 'trials' of this year were deliberately struck for sale to collectors." Still, only half a dozen are believed to exist today. This piece has rich red surfaces that have mellowed only slightly, and are enhanced by the brightly mirrored proof fields.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3538

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1276, Pollock-1418, R.5, PR62 NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. A coronet inscribed LIBERTY is surrounded by 13 stars with the date below. The reverse has the statutory legend around a wreath with the denomination and technical data inside, the bottom of the wreath tied by a ribbon with IN GOD WE TRUST. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The obverse has deep steel toning and the reverse has lighter gold and iridescent toning.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3539

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1281, Pollock-1423, R.4, PR62 NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. The obverse, designed by J. A. Bailly, features a coiled hair bust of Liberty facing left. The reverse mimics the 'Amazonian' pattern silver dollar save for a reduction in the size of the eagle and the addition of the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM above and the weight and fineness below. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Fully reflective proof mirrors dance around the brilliant surfaces of this remarkable pattern Trade dollar. The centers are brilliant with peripheral gold toning.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3540

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1283, Pollock-1425, Low R.7--Tooled--NCS. PR60 Details. Ex: Lemus Collection. J.A. Bailly designed the obverse with a bust of Liberty facing left, her hair coiled at the back of her head. The date is below with 13 stars around. The reverse has an eagle with wings displayed, holding three arrows and supporting a shield. A ribbon inscribed IN GOD WE TRUST crosses the shield. 420 GRAINS, 900 FINE and TRADE DOLLAR are below the eagle, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and E PLURIBUS UNUM above. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. Clear tool marks are visible on both sides, along with slight surface roughness.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3541

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1293, Pollock-1435, R.4, PR64 NGC. The central figure of the obverse die is a seated Liberty facing left. Liberty holds a pole with Liberty cap, and is surrounded by a globe, cotton bales, a plow, and a sheaf of wheat. There is an arc of 13 stars at the border, with the date below. The reverse features an eagle standing on a rock, clutching three arrows and supporting a shield with his left talon. A ribbon across the shield carries the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. A banner in the eagle's beak is inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM. Below the eagle are the specifications 420 GRAINS and 900 FINE. The peripheral inscriptions are UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and TRADE DOLLAR. Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
This is a marvelously preserved specimen with crisply struck design motifs and a light coating of milky patina across each side. The devices exhibit tan coloration, while the fields reflect a lovely, light greenish-blue pallor. Free of significant distractions, and a scarce item at any grade level. NGC Census: 9 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3542

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1310, Pollock-1453, R.4--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof Details. The obverse centers around a seated figure of Liberty facing left, with 13 stars around and the date below. Liberty wears an Indian headdress and holds a Liberty pole, with cap. Her left hand rests on a globe with LIBERTY inscribed and there are two flags behind. The reverse features a small eagle clutching three arrows and an olive branch. Below the eagle are the specifications 420 GRAINS and 900 FINE. Above the eagle is a banner inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM and below is another banner reading IN GOD WE TRUST. The peripheral inscriptions are UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and TRADE DOLLAR. Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
Obviously cleaned, the surfaces have partially retoned in shades of rose and golden with notable streaks here and there. A bit softly struck in the centers, a result of die opposition, which prevented the highest portion of the design opposite the other side from completely taking all the design in the die.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3543

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1315, Pollock-1458, R.4, PR63 NGC. The central figure of the obverse is a seated Liberty facing left, with 13 stars around and the date below. Liberty rests her left hand on a globe inscribed LIBERTY and holds a Liberty pole with cap in her right. Liberty is surrounded by two bales of cotton, a wheat sheaf, and a tobacco plant. The reverse features a small, defiant eagle standing on a shield. The eagle clutches three arrows and an olive branch. Below the shield is a scroll with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. In the field below the scroll are the specifications 420 GRAINS and 900 FINE. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM is in the field above the eagle. The peripheral inscriptions are UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and TRADE DOLLAR. Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
A beautiful coin for the grade, the brightly reflective fields enhance the subtle rose and lilac shadings seen on each side.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3544

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1315, Pollock-1458, R.4, PR64 Cameo NGC. The obverse shows Liberty seated on a globe, with 13 stars around and the date below. The reverse has a defiant eagle perched on a rock, with a scroll and motto below; TRADE DOLLAR and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA are around the periphery, along with two stars. E PLURIBUS UNUM is carved above the eagle's head; 420 GRAINS and 900 FINE. are below the scroll and above TRADE DOLLAR. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Modified from a design of Joseph Alexis Bailly by William Barber. This piece is sharply struck and well preserved, although the fields show a few fine hairlines that prevent the Gem grade assessment. Essentially untoned, with stark cameo contrast noted on both sides. Census: 4 in 64 Cameo, 2 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

3545

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1315, Pollock-1458, R.4, PR64 Cameo NGC. This is Bailly's design for the Seated Liberty coinage with Liberty seated by a globe, surrounded by cotton, tobacco, and wheat. Her left hand rests on the globe and right hand supports a pole and cap. A banner across the globe is inscribed LIBERTY, with 13 stars around the border and the date below. The reverse has a small defiant eagle facing right, holding an olive branch and three arrows with the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around, the denomination TRADE DOLLAR below, and 420 GRAINS, 900 FINE in the lower field. A ribbon below the eagle bears the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Both sides have glimmering proof surfaces with lustrous devices. Only a hint of gold toning is evident on each side.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3546

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1322, Pollock-1465, R.4, PR64 NGC. Ex: Lemus Collection. The obverse is similar to the adopted design, but with a longer base. The reverse shows a small eagle with spread wings and billowing scroll in its beak. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. A gorgeous near-Gem with light gold toning over deeply reflective fields and lustrous devices.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3547

1875 Sailor Head Twenty Cents, Judd-1392, Pollock-1535, Low R.6, PR64 Cameo NGC. William Barber's "Sailor Head" of Liberty dominates the obverse. The reverse has a shield that emphasizes the denomination with a large 20. Arrows, leaves, and a glory of rays embellishes the shield. Struck in silver with a plain edge. A flashy Choice pattern with untoned fields and devices, although the borders are russet-brown and navy-blue.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3548

1879 10C Morgan Ten Cents, Judd-1587, Pollock-1780, R.6-7, PR65 Red and Brown NGC. The obverse depicts a head of Liberty facing left with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the date, 1879, below. The head is essentially a miniature of that featured on the regular issue Morgan dollar. On the reverse, the denomination ONE DIME, the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, and an arc of 13 stars are inscribed within a circle of dots. Around the circle is a wreath of corn, tobacco, cotton, and wheat. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. Only 12-15 examples are believed known of this popular pattern. Much of the original red still remains but there are accents of blue-brown also seen around the outer devices.

3549

1879 10C Morgan Ten Cents, Judd-1589, Pollock-1782, R.7, PR65 Red and Brown NGC. The obverse features the same portrait of Liberty as used on the Morgan dollar, here adapted to the format of a dime. The reverse has ONE DIME in the center and is encircled by a wreath composed of six bunches of four laurel leaves each. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. A popular pattern variety for Morgan collectors, the present piece is boldly detailed with considerable bright orange mint color, accented by violet and iridescent toning.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3550

1879 25C Washlady Quarter Dollar, Judd-1591, Pollock-1784, Low R.7, PR64 Brown NGC. The Washlady design is attributed to Charles Barber, with Liberty's hair bound behind the head. The obverse has UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border with the date below the bust. The reverse has an eagle clutching an olive branch and three arrows. The UNITED STATES OF AMERICA legend and E PLURIBUS UNUM motto follow inside the upper reverse border with the denomination expressed as QUAR. DOLLAR below. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
While not well received at the time of issue, the Washlady design has become one of the most popular and coveted pattern designs in any metal. Only 12 to 15 pieces are believed extant in copper. This piece is heavily patinated in brown, blue, and red mottled shadings, yet when held in the right light the mirrored fields jump to life.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3551

1879 50C Morgan Half Dollar, Judd-1599, Pollock-1794, High R.6--Mount Removed, Scratched--NCS. VF Details. The obverse is dominated by a portrait of Liberty nearly identical to that on the Morgan dollar, but appropriately reduced in size for the half dollar denomination. The peripheral inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM and the accompanied stars differ in placement from the Morgan dollar. The reverse features an eagle with partially spread wings, holding an olive branch in the right talon and a trio of arrows in its left claws. IN GOD WE TRUST is widely spaced below, along with the denomination and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. As described on the NCS holder, the coin is scratched and the rims are bruised, with some other surface roughness.

3552

1879 $1 Metric Dollar, Judd-1617, Pollock-1813, R.4, PR62 NGC. William Barber's Metric dollar with Liberty wearing a coronet with a border of pearls. The reverse is elaborately laid out with a partial wreath of cotton and corn tied at the base, a ribbon, and with DEO EST GLORIA on a tablet above. Struck in goloid or silver with a reeded edge. Without metallurgical testing it is impossible to know what composition these pieces were struck in. Light golden toning helps conceal the faint hairlining on each side of this deeply mirrored example.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3553

1879 $1 Goloid Metric Dollar, Judd-1626, Pollock-1822, R.4, PR62 NGC. William Barber's design for the Goloid Metric dollar with a capped head of Liberty on the obverse, paired with a reverse that carries verbose statutory as well as elemental inscriptions. A circle of stars about the central inscriptions breaks the otherwise continuous wording. Struck in goloid with a reeded edge. This is a bright piece with deeply reflective fields on each side. Lightly hairlined.
From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three.

3554

1879 $1 Goloid Metric Dollar, Judd-1627, Pollock-1823, R.5, PR62 PCGS. William Barber's design for the Goloid Metric dollar with a large head of Liberty facing left and LIBERTY on a wide ribbon around her head. The reverse is laid out with the proposed composition of the coin in the center, surrounded by a circle of 38 stars. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The fields show exceptional depth of mirrored reflectivity on each side. The surfaces are brilliant (and dazzlingly so) except for an area of blue-golden toning in the center of the obverse.

3555

1879 $1 Goloid Metric Dollar, Judd-1632, Pollock-1829, R.7, PR64 Red and Brown NGC. George Morgan's design for a goloid metric dollar with the bust of Liberty facing left on the obverse, hair braided and coiled at the back of her head, E PLURIBUS UNUM above and the date 1879 below, with stars on the left and right side. On the reverse, the elemental components are central to that side and surrounded by a small circle of stars, and two other circles of statutory requirements between the stars and the rim. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. A gorgeous pattern, both for its design and for its exceptional aesthetic appeal. Satiny and reflective fields exhibit considerable mint red with traces of pale blue toning. The central obverse device is cameo-like with excellent contrast.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

3556

1880 $1 Metric Dollar, Judd-1646, Pollock-1846, R.7, PR65 Red and Brown NGC. An example of William Barber's Metric dollar, with Liberty wearing a coronet with a border of pearls. The reverse is quite elaborate with a partial wreath of cotton and corn tied at the base, a ribbon, and the motto DEO EST GLORIA within a cartouche above. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. Considerable orange mint luster accompanies the olive and blue surfaces of this cameo-like Gem. The design elements are bold and the surfaces are pristine. A remarkable example for the connoisseur.
From The Van Treuren Collection.

Gold Dollars

3557

1849 G$1 Open Wreath MS64 PCGS. Breen-6004. A lovely green-gold near-Gem with pleasantly unabraded fields. Crisply struck aside from the F in OF, which is affected by a small mint-made strike-through. The Open Wreath subtype was only in use for the first year of the type.(Registry values: N2998)

3558

1849-D G$1 AU58 NGC. Variety 1-A. Open Wreath subtype, as always for this initial Dahlonega issue. This sun-gold example has ample luster and smooth fields. The devices are well brought up and show little evidence of wear. Although the fields show a hint of friction, this is a lovely example that will please any Southern gold collector.(Registry values: N1793)

3559

1851 G$1 MS65 NGC. A plentiful gold dollar issue that is elusive in Gem or finer grades, as are all gold dollars. This piece has brilliant lemon-yellow surfaces with frosty gold luster and only a few microscopic surface marks. The highest design elements are a tad blunt, but the remainder of the details are bold. NGC has only certified 27 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3560

1851 G$1 MS65 NGC. An impressive Gem Type One gold dollar with bold design features and excellent lemon-yellow luster. Both sides are frosty and brilliant. Only the slightest contact is visible on the reverse of this piece. A plentiful high-mintage issue that is rarely seen in Gem or finer grades. Census: 87 in 65, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3561

1851-C G$1 MS61 ICG. Variety 4-D. Brightly lustrous and attractive with radiant sun-gold surfaces that show glimpses of peach and orange. Strongly struck for the issue with only slight softness at the hair below the coronet. Though wispy abrasions are present on each side, overall eye appeal is far better than the MS61 designation might suggest.(Registry values: N2998)

3562

1851-O G$1 MS65 PCGS. Crisply detailed for a New Orleans gold dollar, with only the slightest blending on the high curls of the obverse. Satiny peach-gold surfaces are luminous and well-preserved. The 1851-O gold dollar is rare in Gem and virtually unavailable any finer. Population: 24 in 65, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3563

1852 G$1 MS65 NGC. This remarkable Gem has frosty yellow-gold luster with hints of orange patina, especially on the reverse. The design motifs are bold and the surfaces are exquisite, with only a few trivial blemishes on each side. NGC has only certified 28 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3564

1852 G$1 MS66 NGC. This is a fully brilliant, luminous Type One gold dollar with shining yellow-gold surfaces that are admirably preserved and nearly untouched. The devices are penetratingly struck, even on the smallest parts of the design. Under low magnification, a few microscopic nicks and field grazes are detected, none distracting or inconsistent with the MS66 grade. Census: 17 in 66, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3565

1852-O G$1 MS63 PCGS. Among the rarest O-mint gold dollars, after the 1850-O and the 1855-O, and quite elusive in Choice and Gem grades. The strike is somewhat soft, as usually seen, over LLA and 852 on the reverse, but the peripheral strike is bold. Both sides are a pretty khaki-gold with glints of orange. A couple of pinscratches on Liberty's face prevent a finer grade. Population: 16 in 63, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3566

1853 G$1 MS64 PCGS. A boldly struck near-Gem with scintillating luster and lovely apricot-gold color. Well preserved, and a superior representative of the Type One design.(Registry values: N1793)

3567

1853-O G$1 MS63 PCGS. This lovely example has brilliant and frosty green-gold luster with outstanding eye appeal. Population: 58 in 63, 39 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3568

1853-O G$1 MS63 NGC. A highly lustrous green-gold example with frosty surfaces and bold design features. The final year of large scale gold production from California shipments. A delightful Select Mint State piece that should appeal to a wide audience. NGC has only certified 56 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3569

1853-O G$1 MS64 PCGS. The New Orleans Mint type collector may wish to consider this example, as the 1853-O gold dollar is the easiest date to obtain from that mint. Gem and near-Gem quality examples of this date are elusive while lower grade pieces are plentiful. For example, the Smithsonian Institution has three examples of this date, yet the finest is just AU55. The PCGS population data also supports the elusive nature of this coin in higher grades. This example is fully struck with frosty luster and rich green-gold color. A shallow mark in the right obverse field is the only noteworthy blemish on otherwise exceptional surfaces. Population: 33 in 64, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3570

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. Luster glimmers from the legends and outlines the devices. A problem-free straw-gold near-Mint example. The scarce Type Two design was struck at Philadelphia for only two years, and in lesser numbers than preceding dates due to heavy silver coinage.(Registry values: N991)

3571

1855 G$1 MS61 NGC. Above-average definition for the often-weak Type Two design. The yellow-gold surfaces have strong and pleasing luster. Struck from clashed dies, as usual.(Registry values: N2998)

3572

1857 G$1 MS66 NGC. Deep, satiny surfaces on this Type Three example present an even layering of reddish and rose patina on both sides. Die clashing is most visible on the reverse. Close examination fails to reveal any singularly mentionable marks or abrasions. Census: 9 in 66, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1)

3573

1858 G$1 MS65 PCGS. This frosty and brilliant Gem has exceptional surfaces, the reverse with a few lines that appear to be mint-made. The strike is bold, creating excellent eye appeal and desirability. The date is relatively common in low grades but conditionally rare in high grades. Population: 5 in 65, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3574

1858-S G$1 AU58 NGC. Well-defined with strong lemon-gold luster throughout. Only a trace of friction is visible on the high points of the minimally marked devices. Census: 36 in 58, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3575

1859-S G$1 AU55 NGC. Light, even wear is noted on this well struck straw-gold coin. The still-lustrous surfaces have scattered handling marks. Census: 24 in 55, 54 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3576

1860-S G$1 MS62 PCGS. A scarce, low-mintage gold dollar with a mere 13,000 pieces produced. In Mint State the 1860-S has remained an overlooked issue over the years. PCGS has only certified eight coins in MS62, with nine finer (3/09). This is a bright yellow-gold example that is strongly struck on each side. Magnification is required to see the tiny abrasions that account for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3577

1866 G$1 MS65 PCGS. As one would expect from the paltry mintage of 7,100 pieces, the 1866 gold dollar is an uncommon coin. Q. David Bowers estimates that 140-180 pieces survive in all Mint State grades, and the issue even rarer at the Gem level. This coin is sharply struck, with fine detail present on the feathers and wreath. The lovely reddish-gold surfaces are undisturbed, except for a few clash marks on the reverse. Population: 11 in 65, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3578

1868 G$1 MS66 PCGS. Semiprooflike fields highlight frosty motifs, and gorgeous apricot-gold and mint-green coloration enriches both sides of this Premium Gem gold dollar. A well executed strike complements these attributes, and impeccable preservation characterizes each face. Population: 5 in 66, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3579

1872 G$1 MS61 Prooflike NGC. A flashy and precisely struck gold piece with frosty motifs and surprisingly clean fields. Unlike the 1873 Open 3, the 1872 is scarce. A mere 3,500 pieces were struck, and unlike later low mintage dates, relatively few were set aside by local dealers. Census: 2 in 61 Prooflike, 8 finer (3/09).

3580

1874 G$1 MS66 NGC. This absolutely stunning Premium Gem is one of the finest 1874 gold dollars we recall handling. The surfaces are exceptional and the luster is brilliant, with outstanding mint frost on each side. A couple of trivial marks on each side are inconsequential. Census: 46 in 66, 50 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3581

1874 G$1 MS67 NGC. While 1874 is better known as a type year for the three dollar gold denomination, Philadelphia produced a bumper crop of gold dollars as well. This Superb Gem is decisively struck with rose accents visible on otherwise yellow-gold surfaces. Elegantly appealing and carefully preserved. Census: 40 in 67, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3582

1879 G$1 MS65 PCGS. Only 3,000 gold dollars were coined in 1879, as commercial demand for a dollar coin was more than satisfied by the huge mintage of silver dollars. Fortunately, many specimens were saved at the time of issue, and the date is available in all grades today. The present coin is well struck, with sharp detail on the hair and wreath. The surfaces are an attractive green-gold color, with no notable distractions. Population: 55 in 65, 42 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3583

1880 G$1 MS68 PCGS. CAC. In the 1880s, the gold dollar became a popular gift-giving denomination among New England patricians, leading to its increased survival rate in high Mint State grades. This MS68 beauty offers strong, shining luster and virtually perfect surfaces that are yellow-gold with occasional whispers of green. Sharply struck and immensely appealing. Population: 23 in 68, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3584

1880 G$1 MS68 ★ NGC. Just 1,600 business strike gold dollars and 36 proofs were coined in 1880, this being several years before the large proof production later in the decade. While few of the business strikes actually circulated, nearly all survivors are in the middle Mint State grades from MS64 through MS66. Superb Gems, whether MS67 coins or better (as with this gorgeous survivor), are elusive and prized. This sensational example has satiny gold luster in the fields, with frosty and lustrous devices. Light cameo contrast on both sides adds to the exceptional eye appeal. This is a lovely example that will please the connoisseur. Census: 2 in 68 ★ , none finer regardless of Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3585

1883 G$1 MS66 ★ NGC. A flashy, semi-prooflike Premium Gem with unblemished surfaces and undeniable eye appeal. Presumably, the obverse die was lapped at the mint to remove clash marks, since only the L in LIBERTY is visible. Portions of the headdress, cheek, and neck are also absent, all as made. The 1883 has a mintage of just 10,800 pieces, excluding an additional 207 proofs. Census: 4 in 66 ★ , none finer with a star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3586

1883 G$1 MS66 NGC. Most surviving 1883 gold dollars from the mintage of 10,800 business strikes are higher-grade pieces, much like the present example. The strike is extremely sharp and the eye appeal is excellent, resulting from brilliant yellow luster, pristine surfaces, and fully reflective fields.(Registry values: N2998)

3587

1884 G$1 MS67 PCGS. An absolutely splendid Superb Gem example of this low-mintage gold dollar from near the series' end, which would occur only five years later, in 1889. The emission of 1884 gold dollars was only 5,200 coins, but it appears that numerous examples were saved by collectors and coin dealers of the era, as examples are available, for a price, even up to MS68. This wonderful coin boasts pristine, prooflike surfaces with orange-gold patina, no relevant post-strike contact, and enormous eye appeal. A small raised die line is noted near Liberty's jawline, as struck. Population: 14 in 67, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3588

1884 G$1 MS68 PCGS. CAC. The 1884 gold dollar, with a mintage of 5,230 business strikes, is relatively easy to locate in Mint State due to the distribution of alleged hoards. Specimens in the lofty grade of MS68, however, are rare. This example displays peach-gold surfaces imbued with traces of mint-green. A well executed strike sharpens the frosty design elements that are highlighted by partially prooflike fields. Both sides are exquisitely preserved. Population: 5 in 68, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3589

1886 G$1 MS66 PCGS. Splendidly toned in peach and ice-blue shades. Meticulously struck and thoroughly lustrous. A mere 5,000 pieces were struck for this underappreciated date. Population: 18 in 66, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3590

1887 G$1 MS66 NGC. An incredible Premium Gem, this gold dollar has rich yellow-gold luster with prooflike fields that are essentially free of marks. Only 7,500 business strikes were coined, and most survivors are in lower Mint State grades. Census: 47 in 66, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3591

1889 G$1 MS66 NGC. A shining final-year Premium Gem, decisively struck with rich butter-yellow color and sumptuous orange overtones. A satiny delight for the type collector.(Registry values: N2998)

3592

1889 G$1 MS67 NGC. Final year gold dollars are interesting for their die doubled reverse. A loupe reveals prominent doubling on the wreath bow and ribbon ends. This is a gorgeous peach-red Superb Gem, boldly struck and lustrous with exemplary preservation. Census: 215 in 67, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Gold Dollars

3593

1872 G$1 PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. Many of the 30 gold dollar proofs struck in 1872 have apparently survived to the present day, judging from perusal of NGC/PCGS population data. Few can match the beauty of this Premium Gem Ultra Cameo, however. It is one of nine Ultra/Deep Cameos seen by the two services, some of which are likely resubmitted coins. Both sides present a stunning gold-on-black appearance, and each exhibits crisply struck, frosted design elements. The impeccably preserved brassy-gold surfaces are just a faint handling mark or two from an even higher grade. This piece possesses outstanding technical quality and aesthetic appeal.(Registry values: P5)

3594

1883 G$1 PR65 Cameo NGC. The variety specialist might be interested to know that this coin displays repunching on the 3 in the date. In addition, the top loops of both 8s in the date are partially filled. Per Breen (1988), both business strike and proof 1883 gold dollars were produced from this die pair. A sharply struck, well preserved piece with dynamic reflectivity in the fields, where a small degree of milkiness is also observed on each side. A small mark, possibly mint made, resides just below the U in UNITED. Census: 7 in 65 Cameo, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3595

1887 G$1 PR66 Cameo NGC. CAC. The mint continued with its high production of proof gold dollars in 1887 (1,043 pieces). A fair number of examples appear to have survived to the present day, including coins with cameo finish. The yellow-gold surfaces of this Premium Gem Cameo exhibit sharply struck design features that stand out against the mirrored fields. This is a marvelously preserved specimen, aptly recognized as such by CAC. Census: 12 in 66 Cameo, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Early Quarter Eagles

3596

1802/1 $2 1/2 --Genuine--PCGS. Breen-6118, BD-3, R.5. This rare date quarter eagle has the luster of an AU50, although a typical strike at the centers may cause some to assign a slightly lower sharpness grade. The obverse rim is filed at 2 o'clock and the fields display myriad pinpoint marks, which suggests that this example may once have been used as jewelry. We suggest a net grade of VF30. Nonetheless, an elusive variety, and seldom encountered with the remaining luster of the present coin.(Registry values: P6)

3597

1804 $2 1/2 14 Star Reverse AU55 NGC. Breen-6119, BD-2, R.4. In 1804 two dime varieties and two quarter eagles were coined, using just two reverse dies, one with 13 stars and the other with 14 stars. Each reverse die was used for both denominations. The 13 Stars quarter eagle is a great rarity, so this 14 Star variety is the only reasonable option for date collectors. Probably about 125 to 150 examples of both varieties are known, about the same total population as the 1804 dimes. This lovely green-gold example has nice design details with satiny luster and only insignificant marks.(Registry values: P6)

3598

1830 $2 1/2 --Whizzed--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6133, BD-1, R.4. Whizzed to provide a prooflike finish suggestive of an Uncirculated coin, then cleaned to conceal the whizzing. Both sides are bright and thickly hairlined. A possible small repair on the field near star 12. The field is slightly wavy near the lips and the eagle's neck. A richly detailed example of this difficult date.(Registry values: P4)

Classic Quarter Eagles

3599

1834 $2 1/2 Classic MS62 NGC. Small Head, Breen-6138, R.1. The Small Head variety is the most plentiful of four die combinations known for the 1834 Classic quarter eagles. This Mint State piece has rich green-gold color with reflective, nearly prooflike surfaces with bold design definition. Both sides have myriad abrasions, none of any significance.(Registry values: P1)

3600

1835 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. McCloskey-1, R.2. The only readily collectible die variety for this issue, plainly distinguished by the gap between the first A and M of AMERICA; the other two are rare. Though the present coin shows significant striking weakness at Liberty's central curls and the upper left corner of the eagle's shield, the details elsewhere are sharp. Yellow-gold surfaces offer considerable radiance with only scattered, wispy field abrasions to account for the grade. A high-end example for the series enthusiast with an eye for surface quality. Population: 8 in 63, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

3601

1838-C $2 1/2 --Cleaned--ANACS. VF Details, Net Fine 12. Breen-6147, Variety 1. The mintmark is widely repunched south. The only die marriage of the date, and just 7,880 pieces were struck. This cleaned survivor has a surprisingly sharp obverse, while the eagle's wings are nearly worn smooth.(Registry values: P3)

Liberty Quarter Eagles

3602

1840-D $2 1/2 AU50 PCGS. Variety 1-A. The first Liberty Head quarter eagle struck at the Dahlonega Mint, the 1840-D boasts a minuscule mintage of 3,532 pieces. Doug Winter believes the date is the rarest issue of the series from the charismatic Southern mint in grades at the AU level and above. The strike shows the usual weakness on the shield and eagle's leg. Many interesting die cracks are evident on the reverse. Population: 11 in 50, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3603

1842-O $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. The 1842-O is one of the most elusive O-mints in any grade, and extremely so in AU or better condition. This coin's color is a superior and attractive mix of medium-gold and copper-gold. This highly lustrous example is well struck, even on the forecurl that trails down Liberty's neck, although examination with a loupe reveals a small scratch between stars 9 and 10. The reverse is boldly impressed, with excellent overall detailing on the eagle save on the left (facing) leg. The reverse is free of singularly mentionable marks. A stunning example of this rare branch mint coinage. Population: 6 in 58, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3604

1843-C $2 1/2 Large Date, Plain 4 AU55 NGC. Variety 1. An elusive early C-mint variety in grades above XF45, per Douglas Winter, the 1843-C Large Date, Plain 4 is underrated, and extremely rare in Mint State. Its underrated status is probably due to the extreme rarity in high grades of the 1843-C Small Date, Crosslet 4 quarter eagle--the rarest C-mint of the entire series, per Winter.
This piece is softly struck in the centers, more so on the reverse than the obverse. There are a couple of small abrasions on the face, and a twisting scrape appears in the lower right obverse field, perhaps accounting for the grade. This piece shows little actual wear, however. Strong luster remains around the devices, with attractive yellow-gold color overall and just a hint of red patina. Census: 24 in 55, 41 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3605

1843-C $2 1/2 Large Date, Plain 4 AU58 PCGS. Variety 1, the only known Large Date die marriage. The inside of the mintmark is recut. More available that the Small Date, Crosslet 4 variety. The yellow-gold surfaces of this near-Mint State example retain a good amount of luster. Some of the typical localized softness is visible, especially around the shield. Distributed minute marks do not detract.(Registry values: P2)

3606

1843-D $2 1/2 Small D XF40 NGC. Variety 4-D. This piece seems high-end for the assigned grade level, and may be conservatively graded as such. The lime-green surfaces are satiny and lightly worn, with a few wispy marks in the fields.(Registry values: P1)

3607

1843-D $2 1/2 Small D XF45 NGC. Variety 4-F. This scarce Dahlonega quarter eagle has tan-gold color, smooth surfaces, and a wealth of obverse detail. The eagle's neck and wings are softly defined, partly due to the strike.(Registry values: P1)

3608

1843-D $2 1/2 Small D AU58 NGC. Variety 4-F. The 1843-D boasts the largest mintage of any D-mint quarter eagle at 36,209 pieces. Most examples seen are in lower circulated grades. The issue is rare at the AU58 level. The present coin is well struck, with sharp stars, and shows minimal wear on the curls. The surfaces are an attractive orange-gold, with the usual number of marks and abrasions. Census: 46 in 58, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

3609

1843-D $2 1/2 Small D MS61 NGC. Variety 4-D. A vibrant, fully lustrous coin, this example lacks discernible wear on either side, allowing it to qualify as one of the few Mint State survivors from this otherwise relatively common issue in lower grades. The design elements are crisply rendered, and nearly as sharp as would be expected for a quarter eagle of the same vintage from the Philadelphia Mint. A pleasing, bright yellow-gold specimen with a couple of faint pinscratches on the obverse that lower the grade. This issue is popular with type collectors as one of the best-produced dates from the Dahlonega Mint. Census: 10 in 61, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

3610

1843-O $2 1/2 Small Date, Crosslet 4--Genuine, Filed Rims--PCGS. This New Orleans quarter eagle has Uncirculated details, and the obverse rim appears unimpaired. The reverse rim is shrouded by the encapsulation, although a break in the plastic rim allows brief viewing of reverse rim damage at 4 o'clock. The surfaces are slightly mattelike. We suggest a net grade of XF40, although eye appeal alone may merit a finer assessment.(Registry values: P2)

3611

1843-O $2 1/2 Large Date, Plain 4 MS61 NGC. The mintmark is slightly recut below. A highly attractive and elusive Mint State example of this scarce and underrated issue. The accepted mintage of the Large Date coins is 76,000, while the related mintage of the Small Date coins is accepted as 288,002.
An impressive piece, this quarter eagle is fully lustrous and frosty with bright yellow surfaces that have few marks of any kind. The central design motifs are slightly weak, evident especially on the eagle's left (facing) leg.(Registry values: P2)

3612

1846-D $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 8-L, elusive and desirable. This modestly worn piece shows significant hairlines in the yellow-gold fields, as well as a few small digs. An area of copper alloy is noted near star 12 on the obverse.(Registry values: P2)

3613

1846-O $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Variety-3. With a mintage of 62,000 pieces (a substantial uptick from the last year's production), the 1846-O is a middle-of-the-pack issue among New Orleans quarter eagles, neither among the rarest nor one of the most common. This Mint State survivor is highly desirable, not least due to its substantially above-average eye appeal. The lower half of the eagle displays a typical strike, but the wheat-gold fields are unmarked and display much luster. For the connoisseur of Southern gold, a coin worthy of close inspection. Population: 3 in 62, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3614

1847-C $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. Variety-1. The 1847-C is the most available quarter eagle from the Charlotte Mint, with an original mintage of 23,226 pieces. Doug Winter estimates a surviving population of 350-450 examples in all grades. The date is scarce at the AU58 level. The coin offered here is a pleasing example, with slight wear on Liberty's hair and tiara and much remaining mint luster. A thin scratch on Liberty's neck and another on her cheek are the only distractions noted. Population: 16 in 58, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3615

1847-C $2 1/2 MS60 NGC. Variety-1, the only known dies. This brilliant Mint State quarter eagle has lovely lemon-yellow color with a nearly uninterrupted luster flow. The design elements are sharply struck. A few small surface and rim marks limit the grade. Census: 7 in 60, 26 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3616

1847-D $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. Variety 9-M. A well struck example of this Dahlonega Mint quarter eagle issue, with better-than-average definition on most of the design elements. The eagle's left (facing) leg feathers show typically soft delineation. The surfaces are minimally marked, and the devices display little wear. Faint hairlines are noted in the fields. Population: 16 in 58, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3617

1847-O $2 1/2 AU53 NGC. Radiant lime-gold surfaces exhibit surprising flashiness for the AU designation. Modest wear blends with the striking softness evident on the central devices.(Registry values: P2)

3618

1848-D $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. Variety 10-M. The mintmark is high and touches the branch stem. The 1848-D is typically available in Extremely Fine grades. It is scarce in About Uncirculated, and rare in Mint State. The partially prooflike fields of this AU58 offering offset the sharply struck motifs at certain angles. Circulation marks are visible on the cheek and in the upper obverse field. Population: 26 in 58, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3619

1849-C $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 1. Lone die pair for the year. This well-defined example is modestly worn with scattered abrasions. Pale yellow-gold surfaces show hairlines from a past cleaning.(Registry values: P2)

3620

1849-D $2 1/2 AU50 PCGS. Variety 11-M. The date is high and closer to the bust. A thin horizontal die line below the right base of the 1 seems to be a remnant from a misplaced digit. The light yellow surfaces of this pleasing piece are slightly abraded. An attractive example of the low mintage issue surviving from a production of only 10, 945 coins. Population: 17 in 50, 44 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3621

1850-D $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. Variety 13-M, lone variety for the year. This issue is among the more available Dahlonega quarter eagles of the decade, though it becomes elusive in AU grades. The present example retains excellent luster with hints of peach against otherwise yellow-gold surfaces. Faintly abraded but attractive. Census: 28 in 55, 60 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3622

1850-D $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Variety 13-M. While the most frequently seen D-mint quarter eagle from this decade, attractive examples are difficult to locate. Most pieces are not well struck, but this one is certainly above average with the only noticeable area of weakness on the eagle's left (facing) leg. The surfaces are bright yellow-gold and significant amounts of mint luster remain around the devices on each side.(Registry values: P2)

3623

1850-D $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Variety 13-M, the only known variety. An excellent representative from this midseries Dahlonega quarter eagle issue, well struck with strongly lustrous yellow-gold surfaces that show occasional glints of sun-gold. Though light, wispy marks affect each side, the central devices show only a hint of friction. While this issue appears on the numismatic market with some regularity, attractive examples come to auction far less frequently. Population: 16 in 58, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3624

1850-O $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. Central striking softness is typical, though the margins are better-defined. Lemon-gold fields have strong liquid luster, and the eye appeal is pleasing for the grade.(Registry values: P2)

3625

1851-C $2 1/2 XF40 NGC. Variety 1. A scant 14,923 pieces were struck of this Charlotte Mint issue. This XF example displays even, moderate wear and has a rather muted appearance. The fields show some wispy hairlines, indicative of a possible cleaning at some point in the past, but there are no significant blemishes on either side.(Registry values: P2)

3626

1851-C $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. Variety 1. A delightful Choice AU example with minimal wear and only trivial marks and hairlines evident on either side. A soft, satiny appearance is combined with lovely lime-green toning. A pair of strike-throughs are noted on the lower obverse, extending, respectively, from Liberty's chin to the rim near 8 o'clock, and from the rim near 5 o'clock to the back of Liberty's head. A rare Charlotte quarter eagle that is highly desirable at this grade level. Census: 14 in 55, 36 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3627

1852-D $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. Variety 15-M, sole die pair for the year. With only 4,078 pieces struck, the 1852-D is a low-mintage issue that poses a significant challenge for the Southern gold collector. This immensely lustrous Choice AU coin shows only a touch of wear across the high points of the lemon-gold surfaces. Minimally marked and radiant. Census: 14 in 55, 20 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3628

1852-O $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. During the early 1850s the influx of newly mined California gold ensured higher gold production at all of the different mints, including 140,000 quarter eagles that were struck at New Orleans in 1852. Despite this mintage, the surviving population seems to be quite low, and Mint State examples are rare at all grade levels. This piece is the only MS63 graded by PCGS, and NGC has graded just coins in this grade (3/09), with none finer at either service. This example is an impressive green-gold piece with fully reflective fields and brilliant luster. A few minor hairlines are evident but undistracting. Excellent overall eye appeal.(Registry values: P2)

3629

1853 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A splendid yellow-gold example. The strike is precise aside from the eagle's left (facing) leg. Although struck in high numbers to replace hoarded old-tenor silver coinage, the 1853 is nonetheless quite scarce at the near-Gem level.
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P2)

3630

1853 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. Sharply struck with bright and shining lemon-yellow surfaces. Exquisite eye appeal for a pre-Civil War issue. PCGS has graded a mere five finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3631

1853-D $2 1/2 AU50 PCGS. Variety 16-M, lone die pair for the year. Only two facilities struck quarter eagles in 1853, with the more than 1.4 million examples produced by Philadelphia dwarfing the 3,178 pieces coined in Dahlonega. This peach-tinged yellow-gold example remains brightly lustrous in spite of light wear. A few modest abrasions in the fields contribute to the grade. Population: 7 in 50, 27 finer (3/09).
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P2)

3632

1857 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. The rich butter-yellow toning is imbued with subtle greenish undertones. Smooth, satin luster illuminates both sides. Somewhat softly defined on the eagle's left (facing) leg and right (facing) talons, and on Liberty's hair detail directly above the forehead. Nicely preserved, however, for the grade. Population: 20 in 63, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3633

1858 $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. The mintage of quarter eagles dropped precipitously at the Philadelphia Mint in 1858. A relatively small total of 42,377 pieces was accomplished, down from more than 214,000 the year before. The date is understandably scarcer than dates from the earlier 1850s, and specimens in Choice Mint State grade are rare. The present coin is sharply struck, with slight softness on the eagle's feathers by the shield. The surfaces display rich satiny luster and show few handling marks for the grade. Census: 12 in 63, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3634

1859-D $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. Variety 21-M. An orange-red Choice AU Dahlonega example distinguished by smooth surfaces and considerable remaining luster. The strike is above average, soft only on the eagle's left (facing) leg. A mere 2,244 pieces were struck. Population: 20 in 55, 25 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3635

1861-S $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. The quarter eagle mintage in San Francisco at the outset of the Civil War was only 24,000 coins, and few Mint State survivors are known. This near-Mint piece displays some moderate strike weakness on the central reverse, but there are few singular abrasions. The overall eye appeal more than compensates, with muted prooflikeness over orange-gold centers complementing reddish-tinged margins. Census: 20 in 58, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3636

1868 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. A lovely quarter eagle from the Philadelphia Mint that shows no obvious signs of circulation. Terra cotta and steel-gray toning intermingle on each side. The fields show a few wispy hairlines. Population: 18 in 58, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3637

1868 $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. The 1868 quarter eagle mintage, like many of the era, was a stingy 3,625 pieces at a time when gold coins did not much circulate anyway, except in the far West. The certified survivors today average only about Choice AU. In MS61 this piece is one of 13 so graded at NGC, but there are only two finer (3/09). The surfaces are highly reflective and somewhat prooflike as expected for a low-mintage issue, and the abrasions are moderate for the grade.(Registry values: P2)

3638

1870 $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. An attractive Choice AU example of this scarce, low mintage quarter eagle issue. Well struck with faint wear and numerous tiny marks noted on each side. Population: 13 in 55, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3639

1872 $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. Well-defined for the issue with only a touch of softness at the highest part of the portrait. Strong yellow-gold color with only occasional abrasions visible. Census: 17 in 55, 33 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3640

1873 $2 1/2 Closed 3 MS64 NGC. Slightly scarcer than the Open 3 variety. Creamy luster shimmers across the lightly toned surfaces, and only the lightest surface abrasions argue against a Gem grade assessment. Census: 38 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3641

1873-S $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. Well struck with luminous surfaces that reveal uniformly crisp striking definition and lovely lime-gold toning. Minimally worn with a few trivial marks on each side. Quite close to Mint State. Population: 13 in 58, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3642

1875-S $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. CAC. This green-gold slider has abundant luster and only a hint of friction on the hairbun and eyebrow. No marks are readily evident. From a low mintage of 11,600 pieces. Census: 54 in 58, 29 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3643

1876 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. Boldly struck and quite lustrous, with red-orange color near the borders and lighter khaki-gold and pink-rose toning near the centers. Faintly worn on the design's highest points, with a wispy diagonal pinscratch that extends through the lower half of the eagle's shield. Census: 35 in 58, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3644

1877 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. Pale straw-gold color overall with hints of green and powerful, mildly reflective luster. Faintly abraded but well-defined with only a touch of friction on the high points. Census: 42 in 58, 24 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3645

1878 $2 1/2 MS66 PCGS. Postwar mintages of quarter eagles crested in 1878, since the Treasury believed that gold coins would return to circulation once they traded at par with paper money. But by that time citizens were accustomed to paper money, and mintages dwindled until the late 1890s. The 1878 is relatively available through MS64. But this is a sharply struck Premium Gem that has lovely apricot color and exemplary preservation. Population: 4 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3646

1878-S $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. Bright, yellow-gold surfaces exhibit strong accents of lime-green. The design elements are sharply impressed, and only a few trivial marks limit the grade, especially on the obverse. Population: 27 in 63, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3647

1881 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. With a circulation-strike mintage of only 640 coins, the 1881 is one of the most popular and sought-after coins in the Liberty Head quarter eagle series. Semiprooflike fields yield modest variance with the design elements on this near-Mint State specimen. Minuscule circulation marks on the yellow-gold surfaces are not bothersome. Population: 14 in 58, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3648

1882 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. The design elements are crisply rendered throughout, and the lustrous surfaces exhibit yellow-gold and pale greenish coloration. Carefully preserved, free of distractions, and perhaps even conservatively graded at the Select Mint State level. Population: 8 in 63, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3649

1882 $2 1/2 MS62 ★ Deep Prooflike NGC. An extremely important, low mintage issue, surviving from a total production of just 4,000 business strikes, this attractive orange-gold specimen has fully prooflike obverse and reverse fields with contrasting, lustrous devices. NGC has only certified two Deep Prooflike 1882 quarter eagles, this coin and another MS62 without the Star designation.

3650

1886 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. A crisply struck honey-gold quarter eagle that has the expected number of tiny field marks. An underappreciated date with a mintage of only 4,000 pieces. Population: 15 in 62, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3651

1887 $2 1/2 MS65 NGC. With a circulation strike mintage of only 6,160 coins, the 1887 is clearly a scarce date that is elusive in Mint State grades. This amazing Gem is boldly detailed and exhibits rich orange-gold luster with semireflective fields. A few scattered marks on the reverse are all that prevent an even higher grade. Census: 1 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3652

1892 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. The bright, satiny surfaces display red-gold toning and sharply struck design elements. Other than a couple of small nicks, on Liberty's nose and upper lip, there are no mentionable abrasions on either side. Faint wear is noted on the hair curls immediately above Liberty's forehead.(Registry values: P2)

3653

1897 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Quarter eagles of the 1890s are all scarce, lower mintage issues. This near-Gem has brilliant yellow luster with satiny surfaces and excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: P2)

3654

1897 $2 1/2 MS66 PCGS. An effusively lustrous Premium Gem that would make a great addition to a 19th century gold type set. The strike is exacting, and the yellow-gold fields sport lively luster. Excellent eye appeal for this issue of under 30,000 pieces. PCGS has certified just seven finer coins (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3655

1898 $2 1/2 MS66 PCGS. A sensational Premium Gem, this 1898 quarter eagle has fully brilliant and highly lustrous yellow surfaces with radiant mint frost. A trace of pink toning is evident on each side. The strike is bold and the surface marks are minimal. Price levels remain modest for this low population issue. Population: 27 in 66, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

3656

1903 $2 1/2 MS67 ★ NGC. The 1903 is one of the most common dates of the Liberty Head quarter eagle series. NGC and PCGS have certified several hundred coins through the Premium Gem level. NGC has assigned a mere eight examples the coveted Star designation, however, including this Superb Gem. Potent luster issues from the yellow-gold surfaces of this sharply struck specimen. Impeccably preserved surfaces reveal just a few minor reverse alloy spots. Census: 4 in 67 ★ , 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3657

1907 $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. Beautiful peach-gold patina is predominant, although the obverse margin offers sea-green. Boldly struck and lustrous with only minuscule contact. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

3658

1907 $2 1/2 MS66 PCGS. Vivid yellow and sun-gold elements enliven each side of this crisply struck Premium Gem. Carefully preserved and gorgeous, an ideal type coin.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Liberty Quarter Eagles

3659

1902 $2 1/2 PR64 PCGS. The 1902 proof quarter eagle saw 193 coins manufactured. Most survivors are less than superb, however, and fall into the PR60 to PR63 levels of preservation. Deep yellow-gold patina characterizes this near-Gem, as do sharply impressed design elements. Brilliant surfaces reveal just a few minuscule marks that preclude Gem classification. Population: 36 in 64, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Indian Quarter Eagles

3660

1908 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. The satiny surfaces of this brilliant lemon-yellow near-Gem are exceptional for the grade. The design features are typically soft, especially on the eagle.(Registry values: N1793)

3661

1908 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Brilliant lemon-yellow color is reminiscent of the so-called Roman Finish proof gold coins of this era. This example shows some weakness and exhibits minor imperfections consistent with the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3662

1908 $2 1/2 MS65 NGC. A satiny orange-gold Gem that exhibits a pleasing strike and has uncommonly unabraded surfaces. The first-year Indian quarter eagle issue was set aside in some quantity, but high-quality pieces such as the present coin are always subject to formidable demand.(Registry values: N2998)

3663

1909 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Brightly lustrous with slightly brassy overtones. The color is more nuanced, however, with yellow-gold ceding to rose-gold at the peripheries. Well struck overall with only a few shallow marks visible in the fields. Strong preservation and eye appeal for this second-year issue.(Registry values: N2998)

3664

1909 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. Well struck with soft, satin luster and light honey-golden color. A high-end type coin with very clean surfaces for the grade. Several shallow marks in the upper right reverse field preclude a Gem assessment.(Registry values: N2998)

3665

1909 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. Highly lustrous with a radiant, frosty appearance on both sides. The coloration is golden-tan with appealing accents of honey and champagne. A remarkably well preserved specimen for the grade, and not far from being a Gem.(Registry values: N2998)

3666

1909 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. The light yellow surfaces of this near-Gem have soft, frosty luster and few trivial surface marks on each side.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3667

1910 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. A boldly defined beauty with frosty surfaces and brilliant yellow-gold luster. A few trivial surface marks are consistent with the grade. PCGS has only certified 81 finer examples (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3668

1910 $2 1/2 MS65 NGC. Rich sun-gold color with glimpses of yellow-orange in the fields. This Gem is unusually lustrous for the issue and highly desirable as such. In addition, the strike is consistently above-average. An appealing and desirable coin in all respects. NGC has graded nine finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3669

1911 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A lovely Choice gold type coin with moderately reflective fields and an absence of consequential contact. The strike is good despite minor blending on the lower reaches of the headdress.(Registry values: N2998)

3670

1911 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. Exactingly struck and shimmering with pleasing green-gold patina. Marks of any severity are altogether absent. A wonderful near-Gem gold type coin.(Registry values: N2998)

3671

1911 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A delightful near-Gem with rich greenish yellow -gold luster and frosty surfaces. This is an important piece for advanced collectors, and should have a wide audience at the auction.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3672

1911 $2 1/2 MS65 NGC. The striking quality of the 1911 quarter eagle lacks the desired fullness on the eagle's wingtip and the headdress feather tips (Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth, 2006). This particular Gem is exceptional in that all of the design elements are rather sharply struck, with none revealing even a hint of weakness. Additionally, orange-gold luster is imbued with traces of light green, and both sides are nicely preserved. This issue is virtually unobtainable any finer, as NGC and PCGS have graded only seven pieces higher.(Registry values: N2998)

3673

1911-D $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. Well struck with attractive khaki-gold toning and slight prooflikeness in the fields, where lighter steel-green color is evident. Just one or two insignificant tick marks are noted on each side, and highpoint wear is minimal. The 1911-D is the unquestioned key to the Indian quarter eagle series, but there are more examples certified at AU58 than at any other level, by the two leading services, making this an attractive grade for key date type collectors.(Registry values: N2998)

3674

1912 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A highly lustrous and fully brilliant near-Gem with incredible eye appeal. Only a few tiny contact marks on the reverse keep this piece out of the Gem category. The 1912 quarter eagle is a scarce issue that is hard to find in grades finer than the present piece. NGC has only certified 51 finer examples (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3675

1913 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A soft, frosty near-Gem with brilliant and highly lustrous yellow surfaces. This sharply struck piece has a few minor surface marks on each side. NGC has only certified 53 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3676

1913 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A frosty near-Gem, this Indian quarter eagle has light yellow surfaces with brilliant luster. While plentiful at this grade level, fewer finer examples have been certified. NGC has only graded 53 better coins (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3677

1914 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. The frosty and brilliant yellow-gold surfaces are slightly deeper on the reverse. Both sides are exceptional with few blemishes for the assigned grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3678

1914 $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. Sharply detailed with subdued yellow luster and faint pinkish toning. The surfaces have a few trivial marks consistent with the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3679

1914 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. A boldly impressed yellow-gold example of this low mintage and semi-key Indian quarter eagle issue. Evaluation beneath a loupe fails to locate any grade-limiting marks.(Registry values: N1793)

3680

1914 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. The 1914 Indian Head quarter eagle is a condition rarity in Gem or finer grades. This near-Gem specimen has rich green-gold luster and frosty surfaces with all kinds of eye appeal. NGC has only certified 40 finer examples (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

3681

1914-D $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. The distinctive appearance of the 1914-D has satiny light yellow luster, sharp design elements, and full mint brilliance. The second of just three Denver Mint quarter eagles bearing the Indian design.(Registry values: N1793)

3682

1914-D $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. The 1914-D quarter eagle is another of many condition rarities in the 20th century American gold series. This piece has frosty light yellow-gold luster with outstanding, nearly mark-free surfaces. NGC has only certified 30 finer pieces (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3683

1914-D $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. The 1914-D quarter eagle is available in all grades up to the MS64 level, but becomes quite scarce in MS65, and only one example has been certified above the Gem level. A nice MS64 specimen, such as the present coin, is certainly an appropriate choice for a fine collection of quarter eagles. This specimen features a sharp strike, with fine detail on the lowest feathers of the headdress, and rich satiny luster. A scratch between E and R of LIBERTY is the only notable distraction. A die break starts near star 8 and runs through star 9.(Registry values: N2998)

3684

1914-D $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Ex: Seminole Collection. Typically struck for this common issue, with evidence of die buckling at the periphery. The pleasing khaki-gold color is illuminated by soft satin luster. A faint pinscratch is noted in the left field area on each side, perhaps preventing a finer grade assessment by NGC. This issue becomes very scarce at the Gem grade level.(Registry values: N2998)

3685

1915 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Satiny and boldly struck, this near-Gem exhibits appealing khaki-tan coloration with subtle undertones of rose. The mattelike surfaces are very clean, save for a handful of tiny chatter marks just to the left of the Indian's mouth and chin.(Registry values: N1793)

3686

1915 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Strongly struck overall with impressive luster. Surfaces are generally pale yellow-gold with glimpses of honey and orange. A lovely near-Gem.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3687

1925-D $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. The frosty and highly lustrous surfaces are comprised of pale yellow and brighter orange-gold color. The central obverse and reverse are rather indistinct.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3688

1926 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. An immensely lustrous piece with strong lemon-gold color and pleasing detail. Choice and highly desirable with few marks for the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3689

1927 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A lovely near-Gem, this example has frosty and brilliant yellow surfaces with excellent eye appeal. The strike is bold and the surfaces are excellent for the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3690

1928 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Delightful light yellow surfaces exhibit splashes of lemon-yellow and coppery-orange on each side. Some minor, grade-consistent marks are noted on each side.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3691

1929 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. An attractive near-Gem representative of this final-year issue. Dusky yellow-orange shadings offer whispers of twinkling frost near the devices.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Indian Quarter Eagles

3692

1909 $2 1/2 PR63 NGC. From a tiny proof mintage of only 139 pieces, the 1909 proof quarter eagle is the rarest date in the Indian Head series in high grade. The Mint sought to modify the unpopular matte proof style used in 1908, and developed the Roman finish proof for the 1909 issue. This style was a hybrid of the granular matte finish and the more popular mirror finish. Unfortunately, consumers continued to reject the coins. The present coin features a razor-sharp strike, with vivid detail on all design elements. The attractive yellow-gold surfaces are tinted with shades of orange. Census: 7 in 63, 31 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3693

1910 $2 1/2 PR64 NGC. Experts suspect the reported mintage of 682 proof quarter eagles in 1910 may be too high. The Roman finish was not popular with collectors of the time. Only 136 proofs were sold in 1909, and a big increase in orders from the numismatic community seems unlikely. Whatever the figure, the issue is quite scarce at the MS64 level today. The present coin exhibits vivid yellow-gold surfaces, with a sharp strike, and no major distractions. Census: 30 in 64, 69 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Three Dollar Gold Pieces

3694

1854 $3 MS62 NGC. The first-year 1854 is perhaps the most plentiful issue of the denomination in circulated grades. At the MS62 level, however, it is both scarce and in demand. This is a powerfully impressed example that lacks highpoint friction and has a pleasing, smooth appearance.(Registry values: N2998)

3695

1854 $3 MS62 PCGS. The first year of issue for the denomination, the 1854 three dollar gold piece is a one year type coin with small, short letters in DOLLARS. The obverse has brilliant light yellow luster and the reverse has slightly deeper color. A small mint-made depression is located in the right obverse field.(Registry values: N2998)

3696

1854 $3 MS62 NGC. This is the first year for the mintage of three dollar gold coins, sporting a generous production of 138,618 pieces. As many were saved as the first-year-of-issue, Mint State examples are obtainable without too much trouble. The lustrous yellow-gold surfaces of this MS62 specimen exhibit sharply struck design elements. Some light handling marks are scattered over each side.(Registry values: N2998)

3697

1854-D $3 --Mounts Removed, Whizzed--ICG. XF45 Details. The 1854-D ranks among the most desirable Dahlonega gold issues. It is the only D-mint three dollar date, and survivors are highly elusive from the initial emission of just 1,120 pieces. This example is luminous and evenly granular from whizzing. Although the ICG insert notes that mounts are removed, they apparent affect the edge since no such impairment is evident without removing the piece from its encapsulation.(Registry values: N4719)

3698

1854-O $3 XF40 PCGS. Although lightly worn, this splendid New Orleans three has original deep yellow surfaces with splashes of blue and orange patina on each side. Light surface marks are consistent with the grade. The reverse has a prominent die crack through the mintmark and right ribbon end. The 24,000-coin mintage is one of the higher production totals for the denomination. However, this is the only New Orleans gold issue of the denomination, and it is highly desirable as such.(Registry values: N1793)

3699

1854-O $3 --Obverse Scratched--NCS. XF Details. This yellow-gold example appears to be lightly cleaned, and the left obverse field has a couple of thin marks that hardly seem worthy of a "Scratched" designation. The sole New Orleans issue of the series, and thus requisite for an O-mint type set.(Registry values: N1793)

3700

1854-O $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. The sole three dollar issue collected by Southern gold specialists, offered here with little wear on the high points. Yellow-gold surfaces show the unfortunate after-effects of a past cleaning, yet this piece remains readily collectible.(Registry values: N2998)

3701

1854-O $3 AU53 PCGS. The original mintage of the 1854-O three dollar gold piece was on the order of 24,000 pieces. The year was the first for the denomination, and the only year in which three dollar coins were struck at the New Orleans Mint. Q. David Bowers estimates 400-500 specimens are extant today in all grades, with most examples seen in lower circulated levels. The present coin is well struck, with the usual weakness on the central reverse. Only minimal wear shows on the hair and plumes. A few shallow abrasions are consistent with the grade. Population: 45 in 53, 54 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3702

1855 $3 MS63 PCGS. The demand for three dollar gold pieces apparently declined in 1855, as the mintage from the Philadelphia Mint dropped from more than 138,000 pieces in 1854 to 50,555 coins. Variegated peach-gold and mint-green patina resides on the lustrous surfaces of this Select specimen. Sharply struck except for minor softness on the bow knot. Minute handling marks limit the grade. Population: 52 in 63, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3703

1855-S $3 AU50 PCGS. The greenish tint to the yellow-gold surfaces of this piece is reminiscent of fresh gold that was mined in California. throughout the 1850s. Reflective fields surround the brilliant yellow devices of this important rarity. Just 6,600 were coined through out the year.(Registry values: N2998)

3704

1855-S $3 AU53 NGC. The 1855-S is low mintage (6,600 pieces), and has historical significance as the initial San Francisco Mint issue. This is a briefly circulated straw-gold representative that appears smooth aside from moderate marks near OF. Luster glimmers throughout the legends. Census: 14 in 53, 31 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3705

1856 $3 AU53 NGC. Typically struck with light green-gold coloration and even wear across the high points. A couple of light marks are noted in the upper left obverse field.(Registry values: N1793)

3706

1856 $3 AU55 NGC. Substantial luster beckons from the design of this lightly circulated three dollar gold piece. Several times scarcer than the first-year 1854, although due to type demand the 1856 trades for only a slight premium.(Registry values: N1793)

3707

1856 $3 AU58 NGC. One of the rather plentiful three dollar gold issues, the 1856 had a mintage of 26,010 coins, and quite a few survivors still exist today. This pleasing piece has lustrous light yellow surfaces with a few minor marks on each side.(Registry values: N1793)

3708

1856 $3 MS62 PCGS. A total of 26,010 three dollar gold pieces were struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1856. Q. David Bowers estimates 90-120 examples survive in Mint State grades. The present coin is sharply struck, showing only the typical weakness on O in DOLLAR. The surfaces exhibit bright satiny luster and a few handling marks are consistent with the grade. Population: 36 in 62, 55 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3709

1858 $3 AU55 PCGS. With an original mintage of only 2,133 pieces, the 1858 is the rarest three dollar gold piece of the 1850s. Q. David Bowers estimates a surviving population of 110-140 pieces in circulated grades, with only a handful in Mint State. The present coin features strongly impressed devices, with strong detail on the wreath and headdress. Only a touch of wear shows on the ear and curls. The surfaces are minimally abraded. Population: 16 in 55, 21 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

3710

1859 $3 MS60 NGC. The mintage of 15,558 coins is substantial for the denomination but survivors are mostly in circulated grades. This Mint State example is lustrous with bold details and excellent eye appeal. Minor clash marks are visible in the fields on each side. The surfaces are surprisingly mark-free for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3711

1859 $3 MS61 NGC. By 1859, it was clear that there was little demand for the three dollar denomination in commerce. No Southern branch mint issues had been coined since the year of its introduction, 1854. Mintages at Philadelphia dropped annually through 1858, perking up somewhat to 15,558 pieces in 1859. Certified survivors are clustered in AU grades, but the present MS61 example has attractive surfaces and a good strike. The peak of the 1 in the date is repunched.(Registry values: N2998)

3712

1859 $3 MS62 PCGS. The 1859 three dollar gold piece enjoyed a mintage of 15,589 pieces, quite large in the context of the series. Q. David Bowers estimates 70-90 specimens are extant in Mint State grades today, mostly in lower Uncirculated grades. The present coin is fully struck, with marvelous detail on all design elements. A few handling marks are noted in the obverse field and on Liberty's face, all consistent with the grade. Population: 33 in 62, 40 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

3713

1860 $3 MS62 PCGS. This lovely orange-gold representative has an unmarked appearance and a powerful strike. Coruscating luster shimmers across both sides. A mere 7,036 pieces were struck, and most certified survivors are in circulated grades. Population: 29 in 62, 26 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3714

1860 $3 MS63 PCGS. With an initial mintage of only 7,036 pieces, the 1860 three dollar gold piece is a scarce coin today. Q. David Bowers states, "Only a few hundred coins exist of this date, most of which are in circulated grades." The present coin is well struck, with frosty devices, and lovely hints of lavender color on the greenish-gold surfaces. Population: 11 in 63, 15 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

3715

1860-S $3 AU55 NGC. This lightly circulated specimen exhibits relatively modest high point wear and attractive straw-gold toning across each side. A pinscratch is noted from the tip of Liberty's nose to the far left obverse field, below TE in UNITED; and tiny hairlines are found in the obverse and reverse fields. The last official San Francisco Mint issue of the three dollar gold denomination, although a single 1870-S specimen was later found. Census: 14 in 55, 23 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3716

1868 $3 MS62 PCGS. CAC. A bright and shining example, pale straw-gold with modestly reflective surfaces. The strike is pleasing, and only a handful of significant abrasions are present. An apparent scratch across the upper obverse is on the holder and in no way affects the coin. Overall, a pleasing example of this post-Civil War three dollar gold issue. Population: 38 in 62, 45 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3717

1869 $3 AU58 NGC. The 1869 three dollar gold piece boasts a low mintage of 2,500 pieces, and the issue is quite scarce at the AU58 level. The coin offered here is a pleasing example, with minimal wear showing on the hair and plumes. The lustrous surfaces are largely unabraded. Census: 44 in 58, 21 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3718

1870 $3 AU58 PCGS. From a tiny mintage of 3,500 pieces, the 1870 three dollar gold piece is rare in all grades today. Q. David Bowers estimates a surviving population of 150-225 examples in circulated grades, with 25-30 pieces in Mint State. Population data is slightly skewed by resubmissions. The present coin is an attractive example, sharply struck, with only a touch of friction on the high points of the design. Hints of lavender and golden-brown enhance the surfaces. A shallow scratch behind the head and some insignificant marks on the cheek are the only distractions. Population: 29 in 58, 31 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N1793)

3719

1872 $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. A stingy production of only 2,000 pieces confirms the rarity of the 1872 three dollar. This is a straw-gold example with an even strike and mildly prooflike remaining luster. The cheek and hair shows light wear. Both sides display delicate hairlines.(Registry values: N1793)

3720

1874 $3 MS60 NGC. Intense mint frost radiates from the straw-gold surfaces of this Mint State 1874 three dollar gold piece. Boldly struck with a few wispy marks and hairlines that preclude a higher grade assessment.(Registry values: N1793)

3721

1874 $3 MS63 NGC. Slight design weakness is evident at the top of the obverse and bottom of the reverse. Otherwise, all of the details are sharp and well executed. Both sides have wonderful yellow luster with brilliant mint frost. The 1874 is a plentiful issue destined for an attractive date or type set.(Registry values: N2998)

3722

1878 $3 AU58 NGC. Bright and lustrous with well defined design features and appealing lime-gold coloration. A bit of high point rub and a few faint hairlines preclude a Mint State grade. An attractive, lightly circulated survivor of this popular date for type purposes.(Registry values: N1793)

3723

1878 $3 AU58 NGC. A pleasing first-year gold type coin with ample luster and minimal friction. The absence of notable marks ensures the eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

3724

1878 $3 MS62 PCGS. A stunning Mint State example of the popular and plentiful 1878 three dollar gold piece, one of the few common dates that is ideal for type collectors. This piece has brilliant and frosty yellow-gold luster with hints of pale blue toning on the highest points of the devices.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

3725

1878 $3 MS62 PCGS. With an initial mintage of 82,304 pieces, the 1878 three dollar gold piece is the most available date of the series in high grade. The issue enjoys extreme popularity as a type coin. Of course, as the late Norman Stack often said, "There is no such thing as a common three dollar gold piece." The coin offered here is sharply struck, with frosty devices, and a minimum number of handling marks for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3726

1878 $3 MS62 PCGS. The 1878 three dollar gold piece is the most "common" date of the series in Mint State grades. Even so, it exists in substantially fewer numbers than "rare" coins from other series, such as the High Relief Saint-Gaudens double eagle. The coin offered here is lustrous and sharply struck. A scattering of minor handling marks define the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3727

1878 $3 MS63 PCGS. The 1878 is the most common date of the three dollar gold series, as evidenced by thousands of examples graded by PCGS and NGC in all levels of preservation. The lustrous surfaces of this MS63 coin display orange-gold coloration laced with traces of mint-green. The design elements are well impressed, save for incompleteness on the lower part of the wreath. Distributed light marks account for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3728

1878 $3 MS63 PCGS. Billowy luster emanates from both sides of this Select specimen, each of which displays yellow-gold patina imbued with lilac, sky-blue, and light green. The design elements show relatively sharp detail. Some minor handling marks preclude a higher grade. This is a readily available date in most grades.(Registry values: N2998)

3729

1878 $3 MS63 PCGS. A Select example of this popular three dollar gold type issue that offers strong eye appeal in all respects. Rich yellow-gold surfaces have powerful, swirling luster, and the strike is pleasing. The flaws that account for the grade are wispy marks rather than distracting abrasions.(Registry values: N2998)

3730

1879 $3 AU55 PCGS. The limited mintage of just 3,000 coins suggests that the 1879 three dollar gold piece is an important rarity. However, few actually entered circulation, so the survival rate is quite high. This piece has a trace of friction on the high points of the design with reflective, mirrored fields. Both sides have medium yellow color with a trace of orange toning.(Registry values: N1793)

3731

1879 $3 --Scratched Reverse--ICG. MS60 Details. Warm yellow-gold luster with no trace of wear. This piece shows a small flaw below the first S in STATES on the obverse, but it is the wispy scratch within the wreath to the right of 3 DOLLARS on the reverse that makes the details grade necessary. Still, this piece displays well.(Registry values: N2998)

3732

1882 $3 AU58 PCGS. Only 1,500 business strike three dollar gold pieces were minted in 1882. Experts estimate a surviving population of 150-180 coins in all circulated grades, making the issue at least scarce in any grade. The present coin shows only slight wear on the hair and plumes of the headdress. A delightful pink patina graces the central region of the obverse. No significant distractions are observed.
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N1793)

3733

1882 $3 MS62 PCGS. The late-series mintage of the 1882 three dollar gold was a skimpy 1,500 business strikes accompanied by 76 proof coins. The Bowers reference on the series notes that "circulation strikes have the 2 in the date repunched, with a crescent-shaped vestige of an earlier 2 above the final digit." We would say that the "vestige" is more apostrophe-shaped, with extra business also visible at the midpoint of the final 2--apparently the lower curve of the first 2. The present piece is fairly prooflike in its reflectivity if not its strike, understandably so due to the small emission. The surfaces are pleasing apricot-gold. Population: 33 in 62, 69 finer (3/09).
From The American Princess Collection of $3 Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

3734

1884 $3 MS63 NGC. CAC. Harry Bass considered the 1884 to be the rarest circulation strike of the decade. Bowers (2005) believes that between 80 and 110 examples survive in all grades from a mintage of only 1,000 pieces. Delightful pumpkin-orange patina graces both sides of this satiny specimen with flashy prooflike fields. Crisply struck and housed in an old NGC holder. Census: 7 in 63, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3735

1884 $3 MS64 Prooflike NGC. This example, the highest-graded Prooflike piece known to NGC (3/09), has profoundly reflective yellow-gold surfaces with significant contrast and only minor, scattered marks on each side. A notable candidate for the date set collector seeking a distinctive representative for this later three dollar gold issue.

3736

1886 $3 MS61 Prooflike NGC. Given its low mintage of 1,000 pieces, it comes as little surprise that a number of 1886 three dollar pieces are prooflike. Those were struck shortly after a die pair was newly installed, when the dies still imparted a prooflike appearance from its preparation. Later strikes from the same dies instead show satiny or cartwheel luster. This is a precisely struck and flashy sun-gold example that lacks remotely mentionable marks. Census: 9 in 61 Prooflike, 11 finer (3/09).

3737

1889 $3 MS62 NGC. Gleaming yellow-gold surfaces show occasional lemon accents. The strike is generally pleasing, though a number of wispy abrasions are noted in the fields. High eye appeal for the grade. The 1889 has long enjoyed popularity as the last of the three dollar gold pieces, aided by a business strike mintage of only 2,300 coins.(Registry values: N2998)

Early Half Eagles

3738

1795 $5 Small Eagle--Plugged, Whizzed--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6412, BD-4, R.5. Bright and microgranular from whizzing. Repaired on the reverse field beneath both wings. Also repaired at 11:30 on the obverse, and opposite at 6:30 on the reverse, suggestive of a plug in the vicinity. The Small Eagle fives of 1795 to 1798 are a coveted early gold type, much scarcer than the John Reich design of 1807 to 1812.(Registry values: P5)

3739

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Large 8, 14 Star Reverse--Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6427, BD-3, R.5. The terminal state for the reverse with multiple severe cracks, including the identifier through the E in AMERICA. Though this yellow-gold example is overbright, with choppy surfaces (including abrasions that nearly obscure one of the reverse stars), it remains highly desirable.(Registry values: P4)

3740

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Large 8, 14 Star Reverse--Scratched--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6427, BD-3, R.5. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/d with many lengthy and interconnecting reverse die cracks. This rare variety half eagle has a wealth of detail, but is thickly hairlined and the obverse center has several wispy pinscratches. Harry W. Bass, Jr. owned five examples, each representing separate die states.(Registry values: P4)

3741

1800 $5 --Mount Removed, Polished--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6438, BD-5, High R.3. Bright and glossy from cleaning, and prior jewelry use is further implied by tooling scratches beneath the tail and above the LIB in LIBERTY, where the piece was presumably formerly soldered. Nonetheless, a sharp example of this challenging and coveted early gold type.(Registry values: P2)

3742

1800 $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6438, BD-2, High R.3. Peach-gold luster fills the legends, stars, and shield of this early half eagle. The portrait shows wear appropriate for the designated details grade. Subdued by a moderate cleaning, but the absence of obtrusive marks helps restore the eye appeal.(Registry values: P2)

3743

1800 $5 --Bent--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6438, BD-2, High R.3. The reverse is identified by the E in STATES having its upright to the left of the space between clouds. Lemon-gold surfaces show considerable brightness. While the coin's bent is difficult to ascertain from a flat image, it is visible in three dimensions, as are a handful of disturbances at the rims.(Registry values: P2)

3744

1800 $5 AU58 NGC. CAC. Breen-6438, BD-5, High R.3. The blunt 1 in the date is low, and a star touches the back of the eagle's head. An alluring near-Mint example with lovely lime-green and peach-gold toning and plenty of luster. Well struck with minimal high point wear and a few faint pinscratches noted on each side.(Registry values: P2)

3745

1800 $5 AU58 PCGS. BD-2, High R.3. A well centered and sharp (for the type) impression has resulted in a pleasing Capped Bust Right, Heraldic Eagle five dollar piece for the type collector. There is very little wear, and the otherwise honey-gold surfaces display sprays of blue-gray overtones in a few areas. The number of abrasions is minimal for an early gold coin that saw actual, however light, circulation.
Ex: Charlotte ANA Signature (Heritage, 3/2003), lot 6262, which realized $5,520.(Registry values: P2)

3746

1804 $5 Small 8 Over Large 8 AU55 PCGS. Breen-6442, BD-7, R.4. This is one of the more interesting varieties among early half eagles. It was created by an inattentive Mint employee (perhaps after his afternoon break for "Gayle"?), who apparently used the digit punches intended for the eagle during preparation of the half eagle die. Then the error was corrected by punching the correctly sized digits on top of his previous blunder. The overpunching is easily visible to the unaided eye. Sharply struck, especially in the centers, the surfaces are uniformly bright yellow-gold, and the fields have a faint glimmer of semi-prooflikeness. Lightly abraded.(Registry values: P3)

3747

1805 $5 MS61 PCGS. Close Date, Breen-6445, BD-1, High R.3. The reverse die state is undocumented, between Bass-Dannreuther c/b and c/c. There is a cud over only the U in UNITED. In later strikes the cud extended over the tops of most of UNITED. BD-1 is the only appearance of the reverse die, which can be identified in early stages by its placement of the star near the beak. That star points between the B and U in PLURIBUS, unlike the other 1805 varieties, all of which have a star pointing to the B in PLURIBUS. The present green-gold representative has ample luster and an impeccable strike. A couple of marks are concealed in the cap, but the sun-gold surfaces are otherwise surprisingly unabraded. An important opportunity for the early gold specialist.(Registry values: P2)

3748

1806 $5 Round Top 6, 7x6 Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6448, BD-6, R.2. This sun-gold representative is well detailed and boasts substantial luster. The obverse displays minor mint-made adjustment marks on the portrait and left border. Both sides are moderately hairlined, and the obverse rim has minor crimping at 1:30 and 6 o'clock.(Registry values: P2)

3749

1807 $5 Bust Right AU53 PCGS. Small Date, Small Obverse Stars, Large Reverse Stars, Breen-6450, BD-2, R.5. A lightly circulated representative with satin luster throughout the raised elements. Mostly straw-gold aside from a blush of orange-red across the reverse periphery. A pair of tiny marks in the upper obverse field are the only relevant abrasions.
Ex: Charlotte ANA Signature (Heritage, 5/2003), lot 6265.(Registry values: P2)

3750

1807 $5 Bust Right MS62 PCGS. Breen-6450, BD-3, High R.5. Heavily clashed on both sides, the reverse in a terminal state with die crack through arrows, wing, and ribbon into the stars. Clearly a high-end example of this rare die pair, which had its production run finish with the retirement or failure of the reverse die. The yellow-gold luster is impressive, and there are only a handful of abrasions warranting any notice. Strongly appealing and highly desirable.(Registry values: P2)

3751

1808/7 $5 AU55 PCGS. Close Date, Breen-6455, BD-2, High R.4. This yellow-gold representative displays mint luster throughout the legends, eagle, stars, and curls. Well struck with friction noted on the hair above the ear and on the top edges of the wings. A few old thin marks near the cleavage are of little import. Population: 13 in 55, 20 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3752

1810 $5 Small Date, Tall 5 MS61 PCGS. Breen-6462, BD-1, High R.3. A sharply detailed and fully lustrous green-gold example with lightly abraded surfaces, consistent with the grade. This pleasing piece represents a scarce variety, far more elusive than the usually seen Large Date half eagles of 1810. Population: 9 in 61, 27 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3753

1810 $5 Large Date, Large 5--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6459, BD-4, R.2. Rotation beneath a light confirms ample remaining luster, and the peach-red toning is attractive. An even strike save for incompleteness on the rims near 9 o'clock, where traces of adjustment marks (as made) linger on the reverse dentils. Slightly cloudy from a relatively unobtrusive cleaning.(Registry values: P2)

3754

1810 $5 Large Date, Large 5 AU53 PCGS. Breen-6459, BD-4, R.2. Four varieties are known for the 1810 half eagle. The large estimated mintage of 75,000-90,000 pieces ensured the survival of the BD-4 variety in large numbers. Numismatists noted the distinction between Large Date and Small Date varieties at least as far back as 1890, when both types appeared in the Parmelee Collection (New York Coin & Stamp Company, 6/1890), lots 868 and 869. The present coin is a desirable example, with a sharp strike and minimal wear on the eagle's leg and shield.(Registry values: P2)

3755

1811 $5 Tall 5 XF45 NGC. CAC. Breen-6463, BD-1, High R.3. Luster illuminates protected regions of this problem-free and well defined Choice XF Capped Bust five. The cheek and the wingtips show moderate rub consistent with the grade. BD-1 is the scarcer of only two die marriages for this challenging date.(Registry values: P2)

3756

1813 $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6467, BD-2, R.4. First year of the Capped Head Left design of John Reich, and easily the most obtainable date in the series. A generally well struck coin that shows some evidence of improper cleaning. There are several prominent adjustment marks on the obverse, extending across Liberty's face from the left rim.(Registry values: P2)

3757

1814/3 $5 AU58 PCGS. Breen-6468, BD-1, High R.4. Obverse State c, Reverse State d, with prominent clash marks visible on each side. The 1814/3 is a very scarce and highly prized issue struck from a single die pair. This near-Mint piece is well-defined in the centers with gleaming yellow-gold surfaces. A pleasing survivor that shows only a trace of friction across the high points.(Registry values: P3)

3758

1818 $5 --Obverse Tooled--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. BD-1, R.5. The "Normal Reverse" variety, with neither a denomination nor a legend blunder. This generally yellow-orange piece is well struck. The obverse fields show significant evidence of tooling in the fields; their artificial smoothness contrasts with the multiple abrasions visible on the portrait. Still, a readily collectible example of this rare variety.(Registry values: P3)

Classic Half Eagles

3759

1834 $5 Plain 4 AU50 NGC. First Head, Breen-6501, McCloskey 1-A, R.3. Luster dominates the devices and legends of this first-year Classic type coin. The slightly bright surfaces are minimally abraded save for a few ticks beneath the beak.(Registry values: P1)

3760

1836 $5 AU58 PCGS. Second Head, Large Date, Breen-6509, McCloskey 4-D, R.2. Liberty's cheek shows slight friction, but the reverse has nearly full luster, and luster also illuminates the portrait and stars.(Registry values: P1)

3761

1836 $5 MS62 NGC. Second Head, Large Date, Breen-6509, McCloskey 4-D, R.2. Although undesignated as Prooflike, the present piece appears to qualify as such given its flashy fields. NGC has yet to certify any 1836 half eagle as Prooflike. As usual for the MS62 level, there are minor scattered marks, but none are of individual consequence. The strike is precise throughout.(Registry values: P1)

Liberty Half Eagles

3762

1840 $5 Narrow Mill AU58 NGC. An incredible near-Mint example with fully reflective fields, bold design elements, and exceptional eye appeal. The nearly mark-free surfaces are bright with green-gold color. The reverse has a thin bisecting die crack from 6 o'clock to 11 o'clock.(Registry values: P5)

3763

1840-D $5 Tall D XF45 ICG. Variety 3-B. Light greenish-gold surfaces have myriad tiny abrasions, although few are of any significance. Two varieties are known of the 1840-D half eagles, and they are easily distinguished by the mintmark size, either tall or small. In his 1988 Encyclopedia, Walter Breen described Wide Mill and Narrow Mill (as here) examples, but he had never noticed the different mintmark sizes.(Registry values: P4)

3764

1841 $5 AU50 PCGS. Scarce at all grade levels with a low mintage of 15,833 pieces. An attractive light green-gold piece with surprising luster. Numerous tiny surface marks and traces of high point wear define the grade. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder. Population: 3 in 50, 26 finer (2/09).(Registry values: P6)

3765

1841 $5 AU50 NGC. Although not an extreme rarity like its quarter eagle counterpart, the 1841 five is very scarce in all grades. Only 15,833 pieces were struck, fewer than the higher-priced Charlotte and Dahlonega issues of the year. Problem-free and partly lustrous. Housed in a former generation holder.(Registry values: P6)

3766

1842-C $5 Small Date--Reverse Damage--NCS. XF Details. Variety 1. The rarest Charlotte Mint half eagle issue, and much more difficult to find than its Large Date cousin. This example has a prominent obverse rim die break near 12 o'clock. The green-gold surfaces appear original, and the wings are richly detailed. A thin, brief scratch west of the mintmark is the source of the NCS designation.(Registry values: P8)

3767

1842-D $5 Small Date VF25 NGC. Variety 8-E. This yellow-gold Dahlonega representative has the sharpness and remaining luster of a higher grade, but there is a small faded scrape on the field near the chin, and the surfaces are slightly bright.(Registry values: P3)

3768

1842-D $5 Small Date AU58 NGC. Variety 8-E. The Small Date, Small Letters variety, as here, was struck before the larger types replaced it on the half eagle. Doug Winter pegs the mintages at 37,917 of the former and 21,691 of the latter. This piece has brilliant luster remaining throughout the straw-gold surfaces, with only light, grade-consistent abrasions, and the strike is better than expected. Census: 31 in 58, 10 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3769

1842-D $5 Large Date AU50 PCGS. Variety 9-G. This radiant apricot-gold Dahlonega half eagle is lustrous for the designated grade, and shows only slight wear on the plumage and on Liberty's curls, eyebrow, and shoulder. The fields display minor marks, mostly clustered near star 13. Finding an attractive example proves difficult, as described by Douglas Winter (2003): "This is the most difficult Dahlonega half eagle to locate with any eye appeal." Population: 5 in 50, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P5)

3770

1843 $5 MS60 NGC. Beautiful fire-red and orange toning demonstrates the eye appeal of this well struck and lightly abraded Mint State No Motto five. Housed in a former generation holder.(Registry values: P5)

3771

1843-C $5 VF30 PCGS. Variety 2. A butter-gold Charlotte No Motto five that shows characteristic softness of detail on Liberty's hair and the eagle's neck and fletchings. The subdued fields are generally lightly abraded aside from a pinscratch northeast of the arrowheads.(Registry values: P4)

3772

1846-D/D $5 --Cleaned, Rims Damaged--ICG. AU55 Details. Variety 16-L. This Dahlonega half eagle has barely a hint of wear, and the borders retain substantial luster. Mildly glossy from a cleaning, and the reverse rim has a small, inconspicuous depression at 1:30. The lower obverse rim is absent a few tiny flakes, perhaps as made. The mintmark is blatantly repunched north-northeast.(Registry values: P3)

3773

1847-D $5 --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. Variety 16-M. Lightly worn yellow-gold surfaces are modestly abraded with faint hairlines from a past cleaning. Softly struck with hints of radiance remaining in the fields.(Registry values: P2)

3774

1847-O $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. 1847 saw a then-record level of gold coinage. For example, Philadelphia and New Orleans each struck more eagles that year than the facilities had coined in all preceding years dating back to the re-launch of the ten dollar denomination in 1838. But New Orleans was apparently too busy striking eagles to bother with half eagle production, since only 12,000 such pieces were struck. Survivors have proven surprisingly rare, with a single Mint State example known. The present coin has little if any actual wear, but is glossy and lackluster from cleaning, and a minor dull scratch is noted near the beak.(Registry values: P8)

3775

1850-D $5 AU58 PCGS. Variety 23-P. The upright of the mintmark is directly above the top of the right diagonal of the V in FIVE, identifying this die marriage. With a mintage of 43,984 pieces, the 1850-D does not appear scarce at first glance, especially relative to other Dahlonega half eagles, but a low survival rate has caused it to be quite rare in high grades. The details show above-average sharpness, and only the mintmark and the first few stars show weakness. While 1850-D quarter eagles typically show numerous abrasions, this example has surprisingly few minor marks. There is just a small spot above the eagle's head. A die crack passes through FIVE and UNITED STATES.(Registry values: P3)

3776

1851-C $5 AU58 NGC. Variety 1 (formerly Variety 16-G). The punchmark as described in the Winter reference is visible on the lobe of Liberty's ear. This issue is scarce in all grades. This near-Mint State specimen displays bright yellow-gold surfaces. While not fully struck, the design elements are better defined than usually seen. Distributed light circulation marks are consistent with the designated grade. Census: 18 in 58, 12 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P4)

3777

1852-C $5 AU50 NGC. Variety 1. An original Charlotte five that retains glimmers of orange-tinted luster within design crevices. No marks merit singular mention, and only the eagle's neck is softly brought up.(Registry values: P3)

3778

1853-C $5 MS62 NGC. Variety 1. This higher-mintage issue is immensely popular with Southern gold type collectors on account of its availability, but in Mint State levels, the 1853-C half eagle becomes a condition rarity like its fellows. This bright sun-gold example is crisply struck with a minimally marked obverse. On the reverse, wispy abrasions and a few more significant flaws contribute to the grade. Census: 7 in 62, 6 finer (3/09).
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P3)

3779

1853-D $5 Large D XF45 NGC. Variety 29-V. This moderately circulated Dahlonega type coin is notable for its original toning. Russet-gold and apple-green embrace protected regions. There are no relevant marks.(Registry values: P1)

3780

1853-D $5 Large D AU50 NGC. Variety 29-V. At least five different reverse dies were used to coin the '53-D five, a surprising number given that the mintage was less than 90,000 pieces. Unblemished and nicely struck with green-gold color. A narrow mint-made lamination passes through the hairbun.(Registry values: P1)

3781

1853-D $5 Large D AU58 NGC. Variety 29-V. This is a surprisingly lustrous and clean example from the Dahlonega Mint. The rims are somewhat mushy, but the central design elements are quite boldly struck, for this short-lived Southern mint, which only produced gold coinage. Lightly worn with few marks on either side.(Registry values: P1)

3782

1853-D $5 Large D--Altered Surface--NCS. Unc. Details. Variety 29-V. This Dahlonega No Motto five lacks any indication of friction on the portrait or eagle, but has been carefully wiped and is now luminous with subdued luster. The strike is unusually bold for this remote Georgian facility.
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: P1)

3783

1854-O $5 MS61 PCGS. The 1854-O half eagle's mintage of 46,000 pieces experienced heavy circulation, and Mint State survivors are rarities. The present yellow-gold example is immensely lustrous with crisp central detail. Each side shows scattered, wispy abrasions, and the reverse exhibits a depression below and between STATES and OF. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 3 in 61, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P6)

3784

1855 $5 MS62 PCGS. The 1855 is one of the more frequently encountered P-mints from this elusive decade. More than 117,000 pieces were struck, but few are known in the better grades of Uncirculated. PCGS has only certified six other pieces in MS62 with nine finer (3/09). This is a brightly lustrous example that shows strong striking details on each side. A few small to moderate-sized abrasions explain the grade, but one "defect" is Mint made: a light grease stain is seen in the field out from stars 2 and 3.(Registry values: P5)

3785

1855-D $5 Large D--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Variety 32-AA. Mintages of half eagles at Dahlonega began to drop by 1855, since the California Gold Rush output now had a local Federal branch mint. This example has seen exposure to baking soda, the eagle's neck is softly struck, and a strike-through above the eagle's left (facing) shoulder has been tooled.(Registry values: P3)

3786

1856-D $5 MS60 NGC. Variety 33-BB. The 1856-D is one of the most difficult D-mint half eagles to locate in any grade. Doug Winter estimates approximately 110-120 specimens are extant in all grades. This issue was generally not well produced, however both sides of the present example show sharp details including Liberty's hair and the feathers on the eagle's neck. The surfaces are pleasingly original with bright yellow-gold patina. There are several small marks in the fields, these being the probable culprits for the MS60 grade. Census: 1 in 60, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3787

1858-S $5 AU55 NGC. This is an appealing Choice AU example, which becomes even more attractive when it is examined closely using a magnifier. The satiny surfaces display light straw-gold color, minor wear, and just a few wispy marks and hairlines. The '58-S half eagle is a rare issue that is virtually unknown in Mint State, and extremely scarce in finer AU grades such as this one. Census: 6 in 55, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P8)

3788

1859-D $5 Medium D AU50 PCGS. Variety 36-CC. Even wear is seen over the design's highest points, on each side of this smooth-looking AU example. The coloration is a rich, uniform, reddish-olive patina. There are no distracting marks on either side, and just a couple of trivial ones are found on the obverse with the aid of a magnifier. Population: 16 in 50, 56 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3789

1862 $5 XF45 PCGS. Although the Philadelphia Mint struck more than 1 million gold dollars in 1862, the half eagle denomination was neglected. Only 4,430 pieces were struck, excluding 35 proofs. The issue went into circulation, since PCGS has certified two coins as VF25, and only one piece as Mint State. This is an original sun-gold example with noticeable remaining luster and no obvious marks. Rare date Philadelphia Liberty gold is presently undervalued relative to other series. Population: 8 in 45, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P7)

3790

1866-S $5 No Motto VF30 PCGS. Moderately circulated yet wholly pleasing, this is a highly desirable survivor from among the 9,000 pieces of its issue, the last of the No Motto half eagles. Luminous orange-gold surfaces are minimally marked, and the wear on each side is balanced. Population: 6 in 30, 19 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P8)

3791

1868-S $5 XF40 NGC. Despite appreciable wear, this pale yellow-gold piece retains considerable luster in the moderately abraded fields. An entirely respectable survivor from this challenging S-mint half eagle issue. Census: 11 in 40, 60 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3792

1872 $5 MS61 PCGS. A mere 1,660 business strike half eagles were minted in 1872, one of the lowest mintages of any Liberty Head five dollar. As might be expected, this date is rare in any grade. The partially prooflike fields of this orange-gold MS61 specimen highlight the sharply struck motifs. Distributed light contact marks limit the grade. Population: 1 in 61, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3793

1873 $5 Open 3 MS64 PCGS. CAC. While available in lower grades, the 1873 Open 3 is scarce in the better grades of Uncirculated. This is a fully struck example that has lovely, soft, frosted mint luster with no mentionable abrasions on either side. Population: 6 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3794

1875-S $5 VF35 PCGS. Deep orange and brick-red shadings dominate the fields of this Choice VF piece, while the devices have paler tan-gold coloration. A pleasing midrange survivor from this low-mintage San Francisco issue of 9,000 pieces.(Registry values: P3)

3795

1881/0 $5 MS61 NGC. FS-301, formerly FS-005. Actually an 1881/1880, since traces of the initially entered 188 are also evident. The 1881 is common, but the overdate is very scarce in Mint State. A well struck piece with good luster and no objectionable marks.(Registry values: P3)

3796

1881-S $5 MS65 PCGS. The 1881-S has a well-deserved reputation as a common issue in most grades, but the Gem level supplies a dramatic exception; PCGS has certified just three coins at this level with none finer (3/09)! Exquisite detail enlivens the central devices, while the peach-gold surfaces sport swirling luster with a trace of satin.(Registry values: P3)

3797

1882-CC $5 AU58 NGC. The yellow-gold surfaces of this near-Mint State specimen display hints of mint-green and pale red. Luster resides in the recessed areas, and a well executed strike imparts sharp definition to the design elements. The few light surface and rim marks fit within the framework of a coin that has seen brief circulation. This is a difficult issue to acquire in Mint State grades, and the few certified Uncirculated examples are in the lower levels thereof.(Registry values: P3)

3798

1884-S $5 MS63 PCGS. The 1884-S half eagle is moderately scarce in all grades. Pleasing luster endows this Select example, and a well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design elements. A few minuscule marks define the grade. Population: 36 in 63, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3799

1891-CC $5 MS61 PCGS. Well-defined with finely granular gold-orange and wheat surfaces. Fine abrasions and a few more significant marks account for the grade, but neither side shows wear. A desirable Carson City gold type coin.(Registry values: P1)

3800

1895-S $5 MS63 PCGS. Garrett and Guth praise this issue, noting that "[t]he number of coins in Mint State that remain is amazingly low." They further describe it as underrated. The eye appeal of this Select piece is particularly potent, with sharp striking definition and vibrant luster. The fields are primarily orange-gold with only wispy marks. Population: 3 in 63, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3801

1897-S $5 MS63 PCGS. This piece has a sharp strike, full satiny luster, and some pretty coppery rose toning on the reverse. While lightly circulated examples are quite common, Select Mint State examples of this issue are rare. A very challenging and underrated date in the Liberty half eagle series. Population: 9 in 63, 8 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P3)

3802

1899 $5 MS65 NGC. The 1899 half eagle is one of the more common dates in the Liberty Head five dollar series. The peach-gold surfaces of this Gem are tinted with hints of light tan and yield glowing luster. The design features are sharply impressed, heightening the coin's eye appeal. A few minute marks are within the parameters of the designated grade.(Registry values: P1)

3803

1901-S $5 MS64 PCGS. This crisply struck Choice gold type coin has vivacious luster and attractive preservation. Much nicer than the typical bagmarked Mint State Liberty five. Encapsulated in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

3804

1901-S $5 MS66 PCGS. CAC. The central design elements are fully brought up on both sides, including Liberty's hair detail and the eagle's talons, leg feathers, and neck feathers. The intense mint luster illuminates deep lime-gold coloration and impressively preserved surfaces. Two or three small, red-orange alloy spots are noted on each side. The 1901-S is the most common issue of the series, but Premium Gem and finer examples are not numerous. Population: 41 in 66, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Liberty Half Eagles

3805

1903 $5 PR63 NGC. An appealing Select specimen of this brilliant-era proof Liberty half eagle issue, mintage 154 pieces. The strike is crisp, and the lemon-yellow fields are pleasingly mirrored. Light, scattered hairlines and a handful of contact marks account for the grade. Census: 8 in 63, 18 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Indian Half Eagles

3806

1908-D $5 MS63 NGC. A wonderful representative of the new Indian design, this Select Mint State piece has rich orange-gold luster with minor abrasions on each side, limiting the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3807

1909 $5 MS64 PCGS. A plentiful date, the 1909 is an excellent candidate for the type collector. This splendid near-Gem has lustrous light yellow-gold surfaces and lovely iridescent toning on both sides. A boldly detailed piece with exceptional surfaces that display few minuscule marks on each side.(Registry values: N2998)

3808

1909-O $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. The New Orleans Mint shut down its coinage presses for the final time a century ago, but not before striking a final rare issue, the 1909-O half eagle. It is the only O-mint issue of the Indian half eagle series, and the first Louisiana production of that denomination since 1894. This olive-gold example is subdued and somewhat granular, but the mintmark is well outlined and the devices have pleasing detail.(Registry values: N2998)

3809

1909-S $5 MS62 PCGS. A better date in the series, the 1909-S Indian half eagle may be underrated due to its propinquity to the better known 1909-O, a key issue. This piece is well struck, with rich khaki-gold toning and a mildly prooflike finish in the fields. There are several shallow luster grazes in the reverse fields, keeping the coin from a finer grade assessment at PCGS.(Registry values: N2998)

3810

1911 $5 MS64 PCGS. This satiny peach-gold near-Gem is devoid of consequential contact, and the strike reveals impressive detail within the eagle's plumage and the Indian's headdress. The 1911 has the highest mintage of any Philadelphia issue within the series, but examples that have the eye appeal of the present piece are always in demand.(Registry values: N2998)

3811

1911-S $5 MS63 ICG. Despite the generous mintage of 1.4 million pieces, Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth report the 1911-S Indian Head half eagle is surprisingly scarce in Mint State grades. The present coin is a pleasing example of this scarce date. The devices are strongly impressed, with crisp detail on the lowest feathers of the headdress, an area often seen weakly struck. The surfaces show a minimum number of handling marks for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3812

1911-S $5 MS63 PCGS. With a large mintage of 1.4 million pieces, the 1911-S Indian Head half eagle is surprisingly scarce in Mint State grades. The present coin is a pleasing example, with a sharp strike and satiny mint luster. The attractive surfaces show a minimum number of handling marks for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3813

1912-S $5 MS62 PCGS. This is a lovely, satiny example with straw-gold toning and surfaces that seem minimally marked, for the MS62 grade level. The striking definition is bold, if not complete, and seems perhaps better-than-average for this much-maligned San Francisco Mint issue. As usual, however, the mintmark is a virtually indistinguishable blob. Population: 50 in 62, 40 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3814

1913-S $5 MS60 NGC. A radiant canary-gold better date Indian five with distributed minor field marks appropriate for the grade. The mintmark is filled and in low relief, but its outline and inner curve are unmistakable.(Registry values: N1793)

3815

1914-D $5 MS64 PCGS. The near-Gem grade level is the highest most collectors will see of this scarce D-mint half eagle. Rich orange-gold patina graces highly lustrous surfaces on both sides, and a well executed strike imparts strong detail to the design features. Light handling marks in the raised, exposed fields deny Gem status. PCGS has seen only 14 higher-grade coins (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3816

1914-S $5 MS63 PCGS. CAC. The 1914-S half eagle is very difficult to locate above the grade of MS63. An attractive medley of peach-gold and mint-green coloration adorns the lustrous surfaces of this Select example. A well directed strike complements these attributes, enhancing the coin's eye appeal. A few minute marks limit the grade. Population: 17 in 63, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3817

1915 $5 MS64 PCGS. The 1915 half eagle boasts a substantial mintage of 588,000 pieces. Examples are available in all grades and the issue enjoys great popularity as a type coin. The present coin is an attractive near Gem specimen with lovely reddish-gold surfaces. An extraordinary strike imparts crisp detail to all design elements. A few scattered handling marks in the obverse field probably prevent a higher grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3818

1916-S $5 MS62 PCGS. The 1916-S was the last Indian half eagle issue struck in its decade, since the denomination would not be coined again until its final bow in 1929. Though the present coin, lustrous straw-gold with zones of russet-tinged alloy at the margins, shows a few too many abrasions for the Select designation, it is appealing nonetheless.(Registry values: N1793)

3819

1916-S $5 MS62 NGC. An outstanding example for the grade, with brilliant yellow luster and a full quota of mint frost. The surfaces are exceptional with entirely inconsequential marks.(Registry values: N1793)

3820

1916-S $5 MS64 PCGS. Luscious red-brown and mint-green coloration adorns the satiny surfaces of this conditionally scarce near-Gem. The well struck features are illuminated by rich luster, and are exquisitely preserved, leading one to wonder why this piece has not been graded as a Gem. A slightly better date in the series that is still difficult to locate in MS64 and better condition, even though relatively available in lower grades. Population: 72 in 64, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Early Eagles

3821

1799 $10 Large Stars Obverse--Genuine--PCGS. Breen-6841, Taraszka-22, BD-10, R.3. Sharpness of VF35, but the obverse field is tooled with fine pinscratches above the date and in a circular pattern near the stars. We suggest a net grade of VF20. This olive-gold piece nonetheless represents a coveted early gold type.(Registry values: P1)

3822

1801 $10 --Rim Damage, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6843, Taraszka-25, BD-2, R.2. This early eagle is a bit bright for its moderately circulated grade, and minor rim dings are noted at 11:30 on the obverse and 5:30 on the reverse. Yellow-gold with glimpses of ice-blue in protected areas. A splendidly detailed example of this formidable gold type.(Registry values: P1)

3823

1801 $10 AU53 NGC. Breen-6843, Taraszka-25, BD-2, R.2. From a relatively large mintage of 44,344 pieces, the 1801 eagle has the second highest surviving population of the Capped Bust Right, Heraldic Eagle design. This date is available in all grades up to MS62, making it a favorite for early type collectors.
The present coin is a representative of the Breen-6843, BD-2 variety, characterized by the position of star 8 near the cap, and star 13 near the bust. The strike is a little soft on some stars and facial features, as often seen on this date. The surfaces show only moderate abrasions for the grade, with slight wear on the highest points of the design. Overall, this specimen is an extremely attractive example of this popular date.(Registry values: P1)

Liberty Eagles

3824

1838 $10 AU55 NGC. The 1838 is significant as the first business strike ten dollar piece issued since 1804. It is also quite rare, since only 7,200 pieces were struck and most of those were melted long ago. It is much scarcer than the 1839 Large Letters, the only other issue of this underappreciated design subtype. Liberty leans forward, has a sweeping curl over the ear, and her truncation is strongly curved. The eagle's beak is open. As he did with the Matron Head cents of 1839, Gobrecht modified the type until he was satisfied with the design, which continued unchanged for years afterward.
This is a sharply struck and radiant green-gold piece that has a pleasing extent of remaining luster, particularly near the eagle's neck. Distributed small to moderate marks are unobtrusive for the grade. Census: 5 in 55, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3825

1839 $10 Type of 1838, Large Letters AU58 NGC. A wonderful representative of this important issue, the second and final year of the 1838 design type featuring Liberty with a sharply curved bustline. Both sides have light clash marks in the fields. An attractive specimen, this piece has brilliant green-gold luster, with excellent eye appeal. Census: 34 in 58, 11 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3826

1841 $10 AU53 NGC. The obverse of this pleasing 1841 eagle is lightly reflective with hints of greenish color. The reverse is similar with prooflike fields. Myriad abrasions are present on each side of this example.(Registry values: N1793)

3827

1841 $10 AU55 NGC. Luster brightens the legends and illuminates the outlines of devices. This alertly struck and relatively low mintage Liberty eagle has the expected number of tiny marks from its short stint in commerce. Census: 28 in 55, 28 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3828

1843 $10 AU53 NGC. The typical 1843 eagle grades XF, and shows substantially less hair and plumage detail than the present nice AU. The reverse has few marks, and only a moderate mark on the left obverse field approaches singular mention. Green-gold and original.(Registry values: N2998)

3829

1844-O $10 AU50 NGC. A relatively high mintage of 118,700 eagles took place in New Orleans during the year, and examples remain plentiful today. This lovely green-gold representative has considerable luster with reflective fields and trivial surface marks.(Registry values: N2998)

3830

1845-O $10 AU53 NGC. A challenging issue that is less available than the three preceding O-mint eagle issues. Most examples available today grade VF or XF, but this lightly circulated survivor boasts considerable remaining definition. The bright green-gold surfaces show scattered marks that contribute to the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3831

1846-O $10 AU53 NGC. Well-defined for this New Orleans issue with still-luminous yellow-orange surfaces. Slight variations in the color include butter and pumpkin hues. Mildly abraded with a few shallow scrapes in the fields, yet pleasing despite these flaws and its minor wear. Census: 19 in 53, 17 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3832

1847 $10 AU58 NGC. Orange-gold patina bathes each side. The design features are well impressed, and just a few minute marks are scattered about. The five-fold or rounded central bun subtype, from a new obverse hub introduced in 1847 and in use through 1861.(Registry values: N991)

3833

1847-O $10 MS61 NGC. Several die cracks on each side will intrigue variety specialists. Subdued luster with pleasing green-gold surfaces that exhibit the usual quota of marks expected for the grade. This pleasing piece is one of the most plentiful No Motto eagle dates, but it is a rarity in any Mint State grade. Census: 13 in 61, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3834

1849 $10 AU53 NGC. Ex: S.S. Republic. This is a nice AU53 example with minimal wear for the grade, good color, and faintly granular surfaces after longtime immersion in seawater. Although considered a common date overall, this issue certainly does not have a particularly large number of AU survivors. This lot is accompanied by a letter of authenticity and an attractive wooden presentation box.(Registry values: N991)

3835

1850-O $10 AU50 NGC. Garrett and Guth describe this issue as one of the better struck dates from the New Orleans Mint. This AU example seems to confirm that opinion, as all of the design elements are crisply reproduced. Even green-gold coloration covers both sides, and the fields exhibit considerable semiprooflikeness. Moderately worn with numerous small marks and pinscratches from circulation. Census: 24 in 50, 58 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3836

1853/2 $10 AU55 PCGS. Breen-6905. With magnification the downstroke of the 2 is abundantly clear on this coin. A significant amount of luster remains around the margins on each side, and the surfaces are minimally abraded. The only mentionable "defect" is Mint-made: In the upper reverse field there are a series of tiny laminations that have darkened over the years.
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3837

1853/2 $10 AU55 NGC. FS-301, formerly FS-007. Part of the underdigit is visible within the lower opening of the 3. This Choice AU example displays luster residing in the recessed areas of yellow-gold surfaces imbued with hints of tan. A well defined coin that reveals distributed light circulation marks. Extremely rare in Mint State. Census: 40 in 55, 22 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3838

1853-O $10 AU58 NGC. This lemon-gold near-Mint New Orleans eagle is sharply struck aside from a couple of the lower stars. The feather tips and the hair above the ear show a trace of wear, but there are no distracting marks. A mere 51,000 pieces were struck. Census: 43 in 58, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3839

1854-O $10 Small Date AU55 NGC. From an original mintage of 52,500 pieces, Doug Winter believes the 1854-O Small Date eagle is the scarcer of the two varieties known for the year in high grades. Winter reports the issue is scarce in the lower AU ranges, and rare at the AU55 level. The population data may be distorted by resubmissions. The present coin is an attractive specimen, showing slight, even wear on the highest points of the design. A dark smudge on Liberty's forehead is the only notable distraction. Census: 60 in 55, 43 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3840

1854-O $10 Large Date AU55 NGC. The tall and broad date fills out the space below the portrait. Well struck overall with light, scattered abrasions on luminous lemon-gold surfaces. A long, thin flaw is noted below the O in OF on the reverse. Census: 42 in 55, 51 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3841

1856-S $10 AU55 NGC. Breen-6923, "Very rare." The Large S mintmark variety, which is scarcer than its Medium S counterpart. The mintmark location is also different, since the Large S does not fit in the customary location above the EN in TEN. A partly lustrous yellow-gold No Motto ten, attractive despite a tiny obverse rim mark at 4 o'clock and a couple of thin marks near the E in AMERICA.(Registry values: N1793)

3842

1856-S $10 AU58 NGC. The 1856-S Liberty Head ten dollar gold piece boasts a low mintage of 68,000 pieces. Most examples seen are in circulated grades, with the supply of AU pieces augmented by a small number of recent finds from the S.S. Central America and the S.S. Republic. The present coin shows slight wear on Liberty's coronet and hair, with a sharp strike and no important distractions. Census: 45 in 58, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3843

1857 $10 AU53 PCGS. The 1857 ten has a curiously low mintage of only 16,606 pieces and high-grade examples (AU and finer) are seldom encountered. This piece has rich reddish-tinged surfaces and noticeable amounts of mint luster around the devices. Light to moderate abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

3844

1865 $10 AU53 NGC. Well struck and quite attractive for the grade, with light khaki-gold toning and minimal wear on the high points of the design. The fields retain a considerable degree of prooflikeness, despite minor marks and hairlines. A rare issue in Mint State. Census: 7 in 53, 9 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3845

1867-S $10 XF45 NGC. A wonderful example from the San Francisco Mint, with a mintage of only 9,000 coins. The date is sometimes called "deceptively rare," an accurate assessment. In 1980, David Akers wrote that he had never seen an XF example of this issue. This light yellow-gold piece has pleasing surfaces for the grade, with traces of luster on each side. Census: 11 in 45, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3846

1870 $10 XF40 PCGS. The 1870 has a meager mintage of 3,990 pieces, and all entered circulation since PCGS has yet to certify a Mint State example. Most PCGS-graded survivors range between between VF35 and AU50. The present piece has its share of remaining luster, and no marks are worthy of discussion.(Registry values: N1793)

3847

1871-S $10 AU53 NGC. The 1871-S eagle had a only mintage of 16,500 pieces, a fraction of the double eagle production at San Francisco that year. An low survival rate has made the '71-S eagle additionally scarce. Partly lustrous examples such as this one are particularly dear, since Uncirculated specimens are unknown. Well struck on most of the design motifs, with a combination of muted green-gold and reddish coloration. Evenly worn with the usual number of small marks and wispy hairlines. Census: 13 in 53, 19 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3848

1874-CC $10 VF20 NGC. Any Carson City eagle from the 1870s is rare, since bullion depositors preferred the double eagle denomination, which required fewer coins for clerks to count in payments. This original and blemished example is softly struck, but has less actual than is customary for the VF20 grade.(Registry values: N991)

3849

1875-CC $10 XF40 PCGS. This low-mintage date is relatively rare in all grades, and is virtually unobtainable in Mint State. The peach-gold surfaces of this XF specimen are tinted with red, slightly more so on the reverse. The design elements exhibit nice detail considering that this issue is known for its weak strike. The expected light circulation marks are scattered over each side, but none are worthy of individual mention.(Registry values: N4719)

3850

1880-CC $10 AU55 NGC. Sharply struck with warm and inviting luster despite a touch of wear across the devices. The overall appearance is minimally marked, though a handful of pinscratches are visible on the yellow-gold surfaces, particularly on the obverse. Still, an appealing coin. Census: 40 in 55, 41 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3851

1880-CC $10 AU58 NGC. A small mintage of 11,190 eagles was achieved at the Carson City Mint in 1880. Most of the mintage was released into circulation, with the result that coins in AU58 are quite scarce today, while Uncirculated examples are rare. The present coin is sharply struck, with only a touch of wear on Liberty's hair and coronet. The surfaces are largely unabraded. A die crack runs from the first T in STATES to O in OF. Census: 28 in 58, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3852

1881-CC $10 XF45 NGC. Plentiful luster glimmers from this undisturbed scarce date Carson City eagle. Well detailed, with light wear evident on the wings. Although higher graded examples appear from time to time, the present piece will nonetheless provide excellent value.(Registry values: N991)

3853

1885 $10 MS64 ★ Prooflike NGC. This desirable eagle has notably reflective fields and unusually mark-free surfaces. The strike is complete, the eye appeal is substantial, and it is unlikely that there is another Prooflike example of comparable quality. In Mint State the 1885 is a better date, and the issue emerges as a significant scarcity above the MS62 grade. Millions of ten dollar pieces were struck annually at Philadelphia between 1880 and 1882, but that production apparently exceeded demand, since large-scale mintages at the facility did not resume until 1892. Census: 1 in 64 ★ Prooflike, none finer as Prooflike or with a Star designation (3/09).

3854

1887 $10 MS62 NGC. The 1887 ten dollar has a relatively small mintage of 53,600 circulation strikes and is scarce in all grades. The yellow-gold surfaces of this MS62 specimen display hints of light tan and possess sharply struck design elements. Scattered minute contact marks result in occasional breaks in the luster flow. Census: 15 in 62, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3855

1888 $10 MS62 NGC. Lustrous with pastel rose and straw-gold toning and the usual number of scattered bagmarks for the grade. Liberty's lower hair curls are slightly abbreviated by die polish.(Registry values: N2998)

3856

1888-O $10 MS62 PCGS. Boldly struck with pleasingly crisp details evident on all but the last of the 13 obverse stars; the eagle's feathers and talons are complete. The lustrous, wheat-gold surfaces reveal underlying tinges of olive-gold. Typically marked by numerous small abrasions for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3857

1888-O $10 MS62 NGC. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. A low mintage New Orleans issue that can be obtained in near-Mint and basal Mint State condition, but NGC has only certified two pieces in finer grades, both at the MS63 level. This crisply impressed example has good luster and no more marks than is customary for the grade. A curious rim defect at 9 o'clock on the reverse would require inspection of the edge to determine its origin.(Registry values: N1793)

3858

1890 $10 MS62 NGC. Faint traces of pink patina provide excellent eye appeal to this lovely piece. Both sides have frosty luster and minor grade-consistent marks. Census: 48 in 62, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3859

1890 $10 MS62 PCGS. Strongly struck with deep yellow-gold color and occasional pink accents. Faintly abraded overall with a few more significant marks in the fields, though the overall eye appeal is better than the MS62 designation might suggest. PCGS has graded 16 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3860

1891-CC $10 MS61 NGC. This Carson City gold type coin has a precise strike and no more than the expected number of small obverse field marks. Luster is prominent throughout the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

3861

1891-CC $10 MS62 PCGS. Luster rolls unencumbered across the lightly to moderately abraded surfaces. The reverse has few marks and superior eye appeal. A popular Carson City issue.(Registry values: N1793)

3862

1891-CC $10 MS62 Prooflike NGC. This conditionally rare example is one of just eight pieces graded by NGC as MS62 Prooflike, with no Prooflike coins graded any finer (3/09). Rival company PCGS does not assign the Prooflike designation to business strike gold coinage. This piece is well struck throughout, with deeply reflective fields and many small abrasions on each side.

3863

1892 $10 MS64 PCGS. An extraordinary near-Gem with frosty yellow-gold luster and excellent design details. The date is relatively common overall, with a mintage of 797,480 coins, but mintage is only part of the story. Survivors are usually in lower Mint State grades as the population data indicates. The 92 in the date is lightly repunched. Population: 13 in 64, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3864

1892-CC $10 AU58 NGC. The '92-CC had a low mintage of 40,000 pieces, all apparently struck from a tripled reverse die. Multiple hubbings are particularly evident on the O in GOD and the U in TRUST. This is an attractive almond-gold example with generous luster and no obtrusive marks.(Registry values: N1793)

3865

1892-O $10 MS62 NGC. This New Orleans eagle has appealing antique gold color with smoky overtones and strong luster beneath. Light abrasions are consistent with the grade. Tied for numerically finest certified by NGC (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3866

1893-CC $10 AU55 NGC. After the six-figure output of Carson City eagles in 1891, production slipped, and by 1893, the final year of operation for the Nevada facility, just 14,000 pieces were struck. This Choice AU representative has strong detail and pleasing remaining luster that enlivens tan-gold surfaces. Minimally marked save for a scrape below the hair bun. Census: 33 in 55, 48 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3867

1893-S $10 MS64 NGC. This 1893-S ten dollar offers outstanding eye appeal--a factor of the exuberant luster, delectable green-gold and apricot coloration, and the few small abrasions noted under a loupe. Attesting to the rarity of the piece are low population figures: The present coin is the lone MS64 at NGC, with one finer; PCGS has also certified a single near-Gem, with just three pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3868

1894-O $10 MS64 ICG. The New Orleans mintmark is hard to find on Choice Mint State gold eagles. The 1894-O has a mintage of 107,500 pieces, less than 5% of the production of its Philadelphia counterpart. This is a bright and well struck example with flashy fields, peripheral cartwheel shimmer, and scattered minute marks.(Registry values: N4719)

3869

1897 $10 MS64 NGC. Although its mintage of slightly over 1 million pieces suggests a common issue, the 1897 is conditionally scarce in Choice Uncirculated and finer. Rose and yellow-gold patina overlies the eye-catching satiny luster. NGC reports a mere 24 examples finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2008), lot 3941, which realized $2,185.(Registry values: N1793)

3870

1897-O $10 MS61 NGC. Brightly lustrous yellow-gold with bold central detail, though the peripheral elements are softly struck. A number of wispy abrasions and a few more significant marks influence the technical grade, though the eye appeal is high.(Registry values: N991)

3871

1898-S $10 MS64 PCGS. A remarkable near-Gem with pleasing, satiny luster, undisturbed fields, and a full strike. The 1898-S is surprisingly scarce in Mint State, and emerges as a rarity at the MS63 level. The opportunity to acquire another of equal quality may not arrive for years. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 5 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3872

1899 $10 MS64 NGC. This lustrous and precisely struck near-Gem has a splendidly smooth reverse and only minor obverse blemishes. A high-end 19th century type coin.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2008), lot 4467, which realized $2,530.(Registry values: N1793)

3873

1899 $10 MS65 NGC. This is a visually alluring piece that has all of the eye appeal that anyone could ask for in a 19th century gold eagle. Rich, glowing mint frost illuminates honey-gold and rose surfaces that exhibit mattelike field textures. Minimally abraded and highly recommended for a Gem quality type set.(Registry values: N2998)

3874

1899 $10 MS65 NGC. The 1899 ten dollar is a common date that can be found rather easily through the near-Gem level of preservation. Gems are more challenging, and higher-grade specimens are rare. Golden-tan patina adorns the lustrous surfaces of this Gem, and a well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design features. A few minor grazes barely preclude an even higher grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3875

1901-O $10 MS63 PCGS. CAC. This issue ranks among just five New Orleans gold coins issued during the 20th century. The only others are the 1903-O, 1904-O, and 1906-O eagles and the 1909-O half eagle. Frosty luster brings out the rich orange-gold color of this piece, with sharp design details on both sides. Population: 46 in 63, 14 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3876

1901-S $10 MS66 NGC. With an original mintage of 2.8 million pieces, it is not surprising the 1901-S Liberty Head eagle is an easily located date in all grades today. In fact, the 1901-S is the most available issue of the series at the Gem level, and the date is a favorite with type collectors. The present coin is a desirable Premium Gem, with a razor-sharp strike and bright lustrous surfaces. Only a few insignificant handling marks on the obverse prevent an even higher grade.(Registry values: N4719)

3877

1902-S $10 MS65 PCGS. Beautiful peach-gold toning, potent luster, and an incisive strike confirm the exemplary quality of this pleasing Gem. Marks are minimal, and principally confined to the lower half of the shield. Much scarcer at the MS65 level than its '01-S predecessor. Population: 50 in 65, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3878

1903 $10 MS63 NGC. A lightly abraded example that is well struck and has unencumbered luster. While the 1903 is priced as a common date, it is a low mintage issue that is seen far less often than the 1901 or 1901-S.
Ex: San Francisco ANA (Heritage, 7/2005), lot 7654.(Registry values: N1793)

3879

1903 $10 MS63 PCGS. Strongly struck with outstanding eye appeal for the grade. Modestly abraded yellow-gold surfaces are pleasingly lustrous. PCGS has certified 44 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3880

1904 $10 MS63 PCGS. Sharply struck and shining, a vibrant yellow-gold and orange-gold example of this later-date Liberty eagle issue. Modestly abraded for the grade. PCGS has certified 35 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3881

1904 $10 MS64 NGC. Despite its Philadelphia Mint origin, the 1904 is a better date. The mintage was a low 161,930 pieces, and most Uncirculated survivors are bagmarked. The present Choice example has pleasing cartwheel luster and attractive yellow-gold color. Well struck, and minimally abraded save for a small nick on the jaw. Census: 33 in 64, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3882

1905-S $10 MS62 NGC. Shining sun-gold at the margins with gradual paling to canary-yellow near the centers. Well-defined with only wispy abrasions on each side, though these combine to preclude Select status. Census: 20 in 62, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3883

1906 $10 MS64 PCGS. Enticing satiny luster shimmers throughout the attractive yellow-gold surfaces. The strike is razor-sharp, and both sides have only trivial abrasions. Although the 1906 is relatively common in most grades, the number of survivors drops precipitously in grades above MS63. Population: 18 in 64, 7 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3884

1906-D $10 MS64 PCGS. A green-gold representative from the initial year of coinage at the Denver Mint. Sharply struck and shimmering with attractive preservation. PCGS has certified only 25 pieces finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Liberty Eagles

3885

1904 $10 PR63 Cameo PCGS. CAC. An impressive proof eagle with deeply mirrored fields and lustrous devices, forming desirable cameo contrast, especially for an early 20th century issue that seldom comes with any contrast. The design features are boldly defined with an essentially full strike. Both sides have deep yellow-gold color with an obvious green tint, which, when combined with the other features, creates exceptional aesthetic appeal. This is a coin that will delight the connoisseur, despite the low technical or numeric grade. Population: 1 in 63 Cameo, 3 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P1)

Indian Eagles

3886

1907 $10 No Periods MS62 NGC. This is a gorgeous example, with minimal surface marks for the grade. Intense mint frost and smooth yellow-gold toning are among its chief attributes. A popular type, from the first year of issue for the Indian Head eagle series.(Registry values: N991)

3887

1907 $10 No Periods MS63 PCGS. Charles Barber's modification of the Saint-Gaudens design resulted in the third variety of the 1907 Indian eagles, usually referred to as the No Periods type. It is also a No Motto variety, as were the two previous design variations (the Wire Rim and Rounded Rim types, both of which included triangular 'stops' or periods adjacent to the reverse devices). This Select example is boldly struck and highly lustrous, with attractive coloration and just a few grade-limiting marks on each side.(Registry values: N1793)

3888

1907 $10 No Periods MS64 NGC. The satiny surfaces have fully brilliant lemon-yellow luster on each side with few scattered marks of little consequence. This amazing near-Gem has incredible eye appeal. An ideal coin for the type collector with few peers that possess similar or finer eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

3889

1907 $10 No Periods MS66 NGC. The No Periods subvariety was the third design type to emerge in 1907, and would remain in place until the final Indian Head eagles were struck in 1933. Much was learned from the failures of the Wire Rim and Rolled Edge types that preceded this design, and as a result coins of this type from 1907 are often of very high quality. This piece is typical with its thick, satiny luster and lack of bagmarks. Fully detailed on the reverse, there is just a bit of softness noted over the ear of the Native American on the obverse.(Registry values: N4719)

3890

1908 $10 No Motto MS63 PCGS. This piece appears to be solidly graded at MS63, although it is seemingly at the higher end of that grade level. The grade-limiting factors are a slender vertical mark on the right side of Liberty's face, and scattered minor hits on the left side of the reverse. A beautifully even satiny sheen encompasses the apricot and khaki-tinted surfaces.(Registry values: N2998)

3891

1908-D $10 No Motto MS61 PCGS. This satiny better-date Indian ten has a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. Olive-gold aside from orange toning on the plumage and reverse legends.(Registry values: N1793)

3892

1908-D $10 No Motto MS63 PCGS. An important rarity in the 20th century gold arena, with a mintage of 210,000 coins, and a low survival rate. This deep orange-gold piece has excellent eye appeal with few trivial marks on each side. PCGS has only certified 42 finer examples of this date (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3893

1908 $10 Motto MS64 PCGS. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST was restored to the eagles in 1908. The attractive apricot-gold patina of this near-Gem example is laced with tints of mint-green. A decisive strike leaves strong definition on the design elements, save for softness on the eagle's shoulder. A few minuscule surface and rim marks preclude Gem designation.(Registry values: N2998)

3894

1908-D $10 Motto MS62 NGC. Brightly lustrous with pale lemon-gold color. This piece offers above-average definition and eye appeal, though light abrasions preclude Select status. NGC has graded 52 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3895

1909-D $10 MS62 PCGS. This scarce issue is actually more challenging than its mintage of 121,540 pieces would indicate. It is seldom located in the better grades of Uncirculated. This coin has bright yellow-gold color and pronounced matte-like texture, as usually seen on this issue. Sharply defined.(Registry values: N1793)

3896

1910 $10 MS64 NGC. An impressive near-Gem, far finer than the usually encountered example of the date. This piece has frosty yellow luster with exceptional eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

3897

1910-D $10 MS65 NGC. CAC. With an initial mintage of more than 2.3 million pieces, the 1910-D Indian Head eagle is available today in all grades. The present coin is sharply struck, with intricate detail on the eagle's feathers and the headdress. The surfaces display rich satiny mint luster and bright yellow-gold color. A shallow scratch above IN on the reverse is the only mark of note.(Registry values: N2998)

3898

1911 $10 MS63 PCGS. Vibrantly lustrous with excellent canary-yellow color. Though this piece is lightly abraded overall with a horizontal mark on the cheek, its eye appeal is generally good.(Registry values: N1793)

3899

1911 $10 MS63 PCGS. CAC. Green-gold tints visit otherwise wheat-gold surfaces with pleasing and satiny luster. Modestly abraded overall with considerable texture to the fields.(Registry values: N1793)

3900

1911 $10 MS64 NGC. Luster jumps from the richly textured surfaces of this near-Gem. Deep golden color at the rims lightens at the centers and the eye appeal is substantial.(Registry values: N1793)

3901

1911 $10 MS64 PCGS. Rich yellow-gold color with a degree of satin to the luster. Strongly struck with interesting eye appeal, an attractive near-Gem ten.(Registry values: N1793)

3902

1911 $10 MS65 NGC. The 1911 ten dollar, with a mintage exceeding one-half million pieces, is common in all grades. The lustrous surfaces of this wonderful Gem are bathed with a mix of apricot-gold, mint-green, and rose on the obverse, which cedes to peach-gold on the reverse. The design features are sharply impressed and both sides are devoid of significant marks.(Registry values: N2998)

3903

1911-D $10 MS61 NGC. A wonderful example of this scarce, low-mintage issue. While the date is best known for the quarter eagle, the larger half eagle and eagle are also rare. All three issues had mintages below 100,000 coins, and the eagle, with its production of only 30,100 coins, has the lowest production of the three denominations. This piece is frosty and attractive with brilliant orange-gold luster and only a few scattered surface marks. NGC has only certified 69 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3904

1911-S $10 MS61 PCGS. The discovery of a small hoard of the 1911-S in the the 1970s in Europe increased the population of Mint State examples (Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth, 2006). Both sides yield soft luster emanating from yellow-gold surfaces tinted with light green, and a decisive strike leaves sharp definition on the design elements. A few small contact marks are visible on each side.(Registry values: N1793)

3905

1912 $10 MS63 PCGS. A lustrous yellow-gold and green-gold piece, well struck with strong eye appeal for the grade. The fields have more luster scrapes than actual marks, though the portrait shows a handful of abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

3906

1912-S $10 MS63 NGC. The 1912-S Indian Head eagle boasts a small mintage of 300,000 pieces and is difficult to locate in Mint State grades today. The present coin is well struck, with just a touch of softness on the hair and wing, as often seen on this issue. The surfaces are lustrous and bright. A few scattered handling marks on the cheek are consistent with the grade. Census: 34 in 63, 41 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3907

1913-S $10 MS62 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint produced exactly 100,000 eagles and double eagles in 1913, 66,000 of the former and 34,000 of the latter. Survivors are seen with some frequency but usually in lower grades. This frosty and highly lustrous Mint State coin has a few minor surface marks, but retains excellent eye appeal. Population: 44 in 62, 38 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3908

1914 $10 MS63 PCGS. Strong yellow-gold color with occasional hints of sun-yellow and straw. Though the well-defined obverse shows a number of fine abrasions, the reverse is comparatively clean.(Registry values: N1793)

3909

1914 $10 MS64 PCGS. A condition rarity in Gem quality, this affordable piece is only a couple of faint hairlines short of the higher grade. It exhibits frosty yellow luster with extraordinary eye appeal. The lowest mintage Philly issue of the series. PCGS has only certified 37 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3910

1914 $10 MS64 PCGS. A large number of 1914 eagles were apparently hoarded during World War I, helping to make this date available in all but the highest Mint State grades. Vibrant luster emanates from the yellow-gold surfaces of this near-Gem, and a solid strike imparts strong definition to the design elements. A few minor handling marks preclude Gem classification.(Registry values: N2998)

3911

1914-D $10 MS64 PCGS. From an original mintage of 348,500 pieces, the 1914-D Indian Head, With Motto eagle is not a rare coin below the Gem level. Enough specimens were saved in European banks during World War I to make the date an available and popular type coin today. The present coin is an attractive specimen, with a sharp strike and lustrous surfaces. The coin is a lovely rose-gold color, with a pale pink patina on both sides.(Registry values: N2998)

3912

1914-S $10 MS63 NGC. The 1914-S ten dollar saw a mintage of 208,000 pieces. This Select example displays rich peach-gold patina residing on radiantly lustrous surfaces. The design elements are generally well struck, except for minor softness on the eagle's shoulder. A few minute marks limit the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

3913

1915 $10 MS64 NGC. CAC. Wonderful eye appeal is the result of shimmering mint luster and lovely lime-green and rose toning. Nicely struck with mattelike surfaces that show a few scattered marks on the reverse but are nearly blemish-free on the obverse. According to Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth: "Sharp and attractively made, this date stands out as one of the finer examples of this design to come off the dies."(Registry values: N1793)

3914

1915 $10 MS64 PCGS. According to Garrett and Guth, coins from this Philadelphia Mint issue typically boast strong luster and great strikes. This near-Gem example is no exception. The design details are crisply rendered, and the vibrant luster is full and effulgent. The eye appeal of the piece is increased by lovely lime and red-gold coloration, and surface marks are minimal for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3915

1926 $10 MS65 PCGS. CAC. Lime and apricot shades intermingle across this precisely struck type coin. Sweeping cartwheel sheen fails to reveal more than a few faint field grazes. The 1926 is the only Philadelphia issue struck between 1916 and 1931, an indication the denomination was little used in commerce. Struck from moderately rotated dies.(Registry values: N2998)

3916

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Unusually bold detail for this popular type issue. Rich yellow-gold surfaces are fantastically lustrous with just a few scattered marks precluding an even finer grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3917

1932 $10 MS65 NGC. The 1932 eagle is touted by Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth (2006) as "... far and away the most common date in all grades, and the standard of reference for the type coin to represent the Indian Head eagle." This wonderful Gem will fit nicely in a high-grade collection. It possesses radiant luster, is exquisitely struck, and well preserved for the designated grade. Yellow-gold patina reveals traces of light tan.(Registry values: N2998)

3918

1932 $10 MS65 NGC. Both sides of this lovely Gem are awash with vibrant luster, and the design features on each benefited from a well executed strike. Rich peach-gold coloration further enhances the coin's eye appeal. A few grade-consistent marks are not bothersome. Mint State pieces are quite plentiful as evidenced by the several thousand making up the certified population.(Registry values: N2998)

3919

1932 $10 MS66 PCGS. CAC. This common date shows a huge certified Mint State population. PCGS/NGC-graded pieces decrease from about 15,000 MS64s to around 3,000 Gems. The issue is scarce in Premium Gem and rare in Superb Gem. The orange-gold surfaces of this MS66 piece show hints of light green and lilac and possess dazzling luster. Sharply struck devices complement these attributes. A few minute marks might well preclude an even finer grade. Population: 82 in 66, 1 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Liberty Double Eagles

3920

1850-O $20 XF45 PCGS. The double eagle made its general-circulation debut in 1850 with strikings in both Philadelphia and New Orleans. This Choice XF survivor hails from the smaller O-mint issue. Each side has deep yellow-gold surfaces, faintly lustrous and lightly abraded with emerald overtones. A small alloy spot is visible just below the coronet.(Registry values: N1793)

3921

1850-O $20 XF45 PCGS. In 1850, the mint closest to the gold fields of California was in New Orleans. It is unsurprising, then, that the Louisiana facility would strike double eagles during the first year of coinage for circulation, alongside the main Mint in Philadelphia. This Choice XF representative has warm orange-gold luster with hints of honey near the rims. The central detail is pleasing despite light wear, and though each side shows a mix of minor marks and abrasions, these flaws have little impact on the overall eye appeal. PCGS has graded 55 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3922

1851 $20 AU50 NGC. Splendid striking details are evident, along with considerable luster and attractive khaki-gold coloration. Evenly worn with typical small marks from brief circulation. Popular as an early date, without being overly expensive.(Registry values: N1793)

3923

1851 $20 AU58 NGC. Rich yellow-gold color with ample remaining luster. Numerous minor abrasions appear on each side, and the portrait shows a few more significant marks. Actual wear is minimal, however, with just a touch of friction visible on the high points. The reverse is rotated approximately 30 degrees counterclockwise.(Registry values: N1793)

3924

1851-O $20 AU53 NGC. One of the first things that the beginning Liberty double eagle collector learns is that two mintmarks are desirable: the O and the CC. The New Orleans mintmark is especially prized, since most O-mint issues have meager mintages. Even the '51-O is scarce and coveted in AU. An unmarked butter-gold example with light highpoint wear and no shortage of luster.(Registry values: N1793)

3925

1851-O $20 --Reverse Wire Struck Through--AU55 NGC. An intriguing 1851-O twenty, for the curved depression on the reverse, and also for its excellent eye appeal. Some type of thin wire rested on the reverse die when this coin was struck, leaving a long, narrow depression at the upper left. The fields are lightly scuffed and the devices are lightly worn, but considerable prooflike reflectivity remains in the protected areas. Both sides have splendid green-gold color with hints of pale orange toning.(Registry values: N1793)

3926

1852 $20 AU58 NGC. As the large mintage of more than 2 million pieces suggests, the 1852 Type One Liberty Head double eagle is an available issue. Most examples seen are in middle level circulated grades, with some nicer coins recently recovered from the wrecks of the S.S. Central America and the S.S.. Republic. The present coin is sharply struck, with fine detail on the hair and star centers. Only a touch of friction shows on the highest points of the design. The surfaces show few abrasions for the grade.(Registry values: N991)

3927

1852 $20 AU58 PCGS. The 1852 is one of the more frequently found Type One twenties, undoubtedly because it had a mintage in excess of 2 million pieces. This piece approaches mint condition with almost complete mint luster. The devices are strongly struck on each side, and the only reportable marks are several shallow ones in the right obverse field.(Registry values: N991)

3928

1852 $20 MS62 NGC. A strongly lustrous example with apricot inflections over wheat-gold surfaces. The central definition is bold and pleasing. This earlier Philadelphia double eagle shows few overt abrasions, though numerous minor marks and wispy flaws combine to preclude Select status. Census: 22 in 62, 15 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3929

1852-O $20 VF35 NGC. Faint traces of green accent the yellow-gold surfaces of this lightly worn New Orleans double eagle. Struck at the height of the California Gold Rush and before the establishment of the branch mint in San Francisco, considerable quantities of California gold were sent to the New Orleans facility. The date is popular with collectors for the high likelihood that examples contain gold from California.(Registry values: N991)

3930

1852-O $20 AU50 PCGS. Well-defined for this New Orleans issue with subtle luster remaining on the yellow-gold and lemon-gold surfaces. Though a number of faint abrasions are visible on the obverse, the reverse is comparatively clean. Overall, an above-the-curve survivor that offers considerable eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

3931

1853 $20 AU50 PCGS. Butter-yellow color overall with hints of orange at the margins. Lightly worn, hence the AU designation, but with few distracting abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

3932

1853 $20 AU50 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. SSCA 6701. An interesting example of a pre-1857 coin recovered from the famous shipwreck. Lightly circulated with generally yellow-gold color and a prominent area of violet-charcoal alloy to the left of the tip of the bust that is echoed in dots at the reverse margins.(Registry values: N991)

3933

1853 $20 AU53 NGC. This sun-gold Type One twenty retains pockets of luster, and the reverse is surprisingly unabraded. The left obverse has a couple of moderate marks, as expected from a brief stay in commerce.(Registry values: N991)

3934

1855 $20 AU50 NGC. A boldly struck example of this scarcer early Philadelphia Mint product. Still showing a fair degree of luster, with evenly worn surfaces that display a few moderate abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

3935

1855-S $20 AU53 NGC. Orange-tinted luster is plentiful on the reverse, while the remaining obverse luster has an olive hue. Typically abraded but without any heavy marks. The A in STATES has a broken crossbar, a hub defect uncorrected on the present reverse die.(Registry values: N1793)

3936

1855-S $20 AU58 NGC. The 1855-S double eagle is a "shipwreck coin." The issue was once rare in high grades, but the supply has been augmented by more than 350 coins salvaged from the S.S. Central America and the S.S. Republic, many examples in Mint State. The present coin is still a notable specimen, as NGC and PCGS combined have certified only 44 coins in higher numeric grade (3/09). The surfaces show only the slightest wear on the highest points, and the fields exhibit a minimum number of abrasions. The surfaces are bright and original, with a touch of greenish-gold at the periphery.(Registry values: N1793)

3937

1856-S $20 AU55 NGC. This Choice AU Type One double eagle has its share of tiny marks, but none are individually important. Luster fills most of the reverse, and also outlines each obverse star.(Registry values: N1793)

3938

1856-S $20 MS61 NGC. Although relatively common in lower grades, the 1856-S is a rare and seldom seen issue in Mint State. This piece is well struck in most areas, with a few scattered bagmarks on each side that keep it from receiving a higher numerical grade. Perhaps this coin's most noteworthy attribute is its intense, radiating mint luster over both sides. Census: 15 in 61, 13 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3939

1856-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 17N. SSCA 5586. The "No Serif, High Right S" variety, which respectively refers to the U in UNITED and the mintmark location. A lustrous butter-gold Select double eagle that has potent luster and a well preserved reverse. The strike is exacting, and only wispy marks near obverse star 3 limit the grade. Encased in a gold label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

3940

1857-S $20 AU50 NGC. Variety 20F, the No Serif, Right S reverse die, as documented by Robert Evans in a July 2000 Numismatist article. This means the present coin could have originated in the SSCA shipwreck, although not indicated as such on the NGC insert. Luster glows in all the appropriate areas. The cheek is somewhat abraded.(Registry values: N1793)

3941

1857-S $20 AU58 ICG. A significant amount of mint luster remains on each side of this attractive 1857-S twenty. It is impossible to know for certain if this coin came from the salvage of S.S. Central America, but most of those coins were still in mint condition. This is a strongly struck example that has light reddish patina over each side and a few handling marks are present that are consistent with the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3942

1857-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Spiked Shield. Variety 20A. SSCA 1112. The intense luster that flashes across each side of this near-Gem is its most compelling attribute. Most of the design elements appear to be completed with razor-sharp precision, except for the eagle's talons on the lower reverse. A few minor abrasions limit the grade, and one or two of these are noticeable on each side. A lovely survivor that suffers minimally from well over a century underwater. Comes with outer box, faux-book case, and certificate of authenticity. Population: 53 in 64, 29 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

3943

1857-S $20 MS65 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 20B. Bold S. SSCA 3826. A splendid apricot-gold Gem from the famous antebellum shipwreck. Dazzling luster blazes across the unblemished surfaces. The reverse is especially well preserved. Only faint grazes on the cheek deny an even finer grade. Encased in a gold label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

3944

1857-S $20 MS66 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 20A. SSCA 4967. A beautiful honey-gold example with booming luster and delightfully smooth surfaces. The strike is precise save for minor blending near the hairbun and UNUM. The S.S. Central America sank in September 1857, and its bounty of double eagles was not recovered until more than 130 years later. Legal battles with insurers continued for an additional decade before pieces reached the numismatic marketplace. Newly coined '57-S twenties dominated the shipwreck holdings, and the "Spiked Shield" variety, as seen here, was the most available. But few pieces were the equal of the present Premium Gem. Housed in a gold label holder. Comes with slipcase, box in the form of a book, and certificate of authenticity.(Registry values: N7079)

3945

1859-S $20 AU50 NGC. The obverse is light yellow and the reverse is slightly deeper yellow. Both sides have frosty luster with only slight high point wear. The strike is excellent as is the eye appeal. Just a few trivial handling marks are seen on each side. The reverse has curious raised die lines at the bottom of the shield and each side of the tail.(Registry values: N1793)

3946

1860-S $20 AU55 PCGS. Substantial satin luster lingers throughout this briefly circulated straw-gold representative. Marks are surprisingly inconsequential. The 1860-S was largely omitted from shipwreck hoards, although the S.S. Republic had a small quantity, nearly all in circulated grades. Population: 32 in 55, 60 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3947

1861 $20 XF45 NGC. Ample luster glimmers from the undipped surfaces of this olive-gold Civil War double eagle. Attractive for the grade despite scattered peripheral abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

3948

1861 $20 AU55 PCGS. Quite close to Mint State, although the luster is slightly diminished across the open fields and Liberty's cheek. Distributed minor marks are consistent with limited double eagle circulation.(Registry values: N991)

3949

1861 $20 AU58 NGC. Luster is prevalent although somewhat diminished in intensity across the cheek and open obverse field. Small marks are distributed, but none deny the eye appeal, with only those near the chin worthy of passing mention. The S.S. Republic shipwreck contained a number of 1861 twenties, but those have been disbursed. A popular Civil War date.(Registry values: N991)

3950

1861 $20 AU58 NGC. Light yellow-orange color overall with strong, pleasing luster. This moderately abraded near-Mint coin shows only a trace of friction at the high points.(Registry values: N991)

3951

1861 $20 AU58 NGC. Warm sun-gold luster with hints of peach patina visible at the margins. This near-Mint piece, though softly struck, shows only minor friction on the devices. An abrasion is noted at the hair below the coronet.(Registry values: N991)

3952

1861 $20 AU58 NGC. Impressive yellow-gold color with occasional suggestions of sun near the rims. Well-defined light abrasions overall, though a more significant abrasion is noted at Liberty's nose.(Registry values: N991)

3953

1861-O $20 --Reverse Damage, Improper Cleaning--NCS. XF Details. The 1861-O is one of many formidable rarities in the challenging New Orleans double eagle series. Breen (1988) divides the mintage between Federal, Louisiana, and Confederacy strikings, but notes that they cannot be distinguished. The present piece has pockets of bright luster. The surfaces exhibit a number of small marks, and are somewhat bright from a relatively inoffensive cleaning.(Registry values: N2998)

3954

1862-S $20 AU50 NGC. Deep yellow surfaces exhibit darker patina on the high points. The fields show slight evidence of reflectivity, and the surfaces are lightly abraded as usual for the grade and the issue.(Registry values: N1793)

3955

1863 $20 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Luster is plentiful, particularly on the reverse. The obverse is moderately hairlined and somewhat bright, and both sides display the small marks consistent with cursory 19th century circulation. This Civil War double eagle issue has a relatively low mintage, since gold coin was hoarded from circulation in the Midwest and East Coast.(Registry values: N1793)

3956

1863 $20 AU58 PCGS. Both sides of this attractive near-Mint representative have reflective fields that are especially obvious on the obverse. The light yellow surfaces have minor marks. The obverse is a trifle blunt, and the reverse is boldly defined. Population: 10 in 58, 21 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

3957

1864-S $20 MS60 NGC. This apricot-gold Civil War twenty has ample luster and a powerful strike. As is customary for the grade, the obverse displays a number of tiny marks, while the reverse is comparatively smooth save for a pinscratch east of the mintmark. Census: 18 in 60, 44 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3958

1865-S $20 MS64 NGC. Ex: S.S. Brother Jonathan. NGC has certified 192 1865-S double eagles from the shipwreck of the S.S. Brother Jonathan, as of (3/09). Of that number, 57 have been graded at MS64, with 54 finer. This is highly significant when one considers that, prior to the recovery of this sunken treasure hoard, NGC had only seen 13 survivors at MS64, and a mere 10 pieces finer. (A few additional high grade specimens have since been encapsulated by NGC from the shipwreck of the S.S. Republic.) This near-Gem example is boldly struck, if slightly weak on two or three obverse stars, and has a lovely, soft frosty sheen across each side. The pinkish-gold surfaces show a few minor blemishes that keep the piece from an even higher grade.(Registry values: N4719)

3959

1865-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Brother Jonathan 465. Soft, satiny mint luster shimmers over each side of this visually alluring near-Gem example. Lovely rose and peach-gold coloration enhances the coin's overall eye appeal. The surfaces are remarkably clean for the assigned grade level. A once rare date in the series, the surviving population of the 1865-S double eagle has greatly increased through the recoveries of the S.S. Brother Jonathan and S.S. Republic shipwrecks.
Ex: S.S. Brother Jonathan Treasure Coins (Bowers and Merena, 5/1999), lot 471, which realized $10,925.(Registry values: N4719)

3960

1866 $20 AU50 NGC. An original example whose yellow-gold surfaces are free from the abrasions expected of a lightly circulated double eagle. Luster is plentiful on the reverse, and illuminates the border and hair of the obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

3961

1866 $20 AU53 PCGS. Lovely, deep green-gold toning adorns the lightly worn surfaces of this AU example. Numerous shallow marks reside on each of the two sides, but they are mostly trivial in nature.(Registry values: N1793)

3962

1867 $20 AU53 NGC. Strongly struck with impressive luster remaining in the yellow-gold fields. Modestly worn with moderate abrasions on the obverse, though the reverse is comparatively clean.(Registry values: N991)

3963

1867 $20 AU55 NGC. Pale straw-gold with occasional lemon accents. This well struck example shows modest wear across the high points along with scattered light abrasions, but the eye appeal is high.(Registry values: N991)

3964

1868-S $20 XF45 NGC. A modestly worn example that still shows considerable design detail for the grade. Still faintly lustrous with scattered minor marks on each side.(Registry values: N991)

3965

1869-S $20 AU55 NGC. Luster shimmers across much of this original peach-gold Type Two twenty. Distributed tiny marks fail to distract. The 1869-S is rare and costly in Mint State, yet AU55 examples are affordable given their bullion value and scarcity.(Registry values: N1793)

3966

1870-S $20 AU58 NGC. The reverse of this near-Mint example is remarkably clean and seems to be free of high point wear. Both sides display details that are well defined. The obverse exhibits light wear and a few minor abrasions. This issue had a relatively high mintage of nearly 1 million coins, but most were exported or destroyed, according to Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth, leaving few Mint State survivors for collectors to pursue.(Registry values: N991)

3967

1871 $20 AU50 NGC. Light yellow-gold and sun-gold color overall with a degree of alloy in the fields to the left of the portrait. Modestly worn overall, yet strongly lustrous for the grade.(Registry values: P6)

3968

1871 $20 AU53 NGC. A few minor surface marks do little to take away from the overall eye appeal of this important date. The mintage was a mere 80,150 coins, and few of those still exist today.(Registry values: P6)

3969

1872-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Although the obverse has a few moderate reeding marks, the frosty luster and rich orange-gold surfaces provide outstanding eye appeal to this significant Carson City twenty. A trace of high point wear accounts for the Choice AU grade, but a quick glance suggests a Mint State coin. Census: 58 in 55, 74 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3970

1872-S $20 AU55 NGC. This is a scarce, popular issue from the San Francisco Mint, from an original mintage of 780,000 pieces. The green-gold surfaces are somewhat bright, with numerous small abrasions on each side and modest rub on the devices.(Registry values: N991)

3971

1873 $20 Open 3 MS61 NGC. A warmly lustrous sun-yellow example that sports a few hints of frostiness on the high points. Well struck and appealing despite the scattered moderate abrasions that account for the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

3972

1873 $20 Open 3 MS62 PCGS. Wheat-gold surfaces are softly lustrous with light to moderate marks on each side. An appealing Mint State representative of the later Open 3 logotype. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

3973

1873 $20 Open 3 MS63 PCGS. The Open 3 variety is rarer than its Close 3 counterpart. This Type Two double eagle issue is considered a common date in the context of this short-lived design type. However, in MS63 grade it is an important condition scarcity as the PCGS population data shows. Both sides have soft, frosty luster with brilliant yellow-gold color and just a few minor surface and rim marks. The design elements are well brought up. PCGS has seen only five coins finer, and NGC two better.(Registry values: N4719)

3974

1873-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Considerable luster remains on the light yellow surfaces of this CC twenty, with hints of pale orange toning in the protected areas around the design elements. The mintage of the 1873-CC--22,410 coins--was slightly less than the 1872-CC mintage, but the date is now a bit more plentiful.(Registry values: N2998)

3975

1873-S $20 Open 3 AU55 NGC. Scarcer than its Closed 3 predecessor, since the Open 3 dies arrived late to San Francisco from the Philadelphia die shop. Undipped and only moderately abraded with a few pinpoint flyspecks.(Registry values: N991)

3976

1874-CC $20 XF45 NGC. Deep greenish patina is evident on the high points of this lightly circulated double eagle. Carson City twenties usually entered circulation at the time they were made, and typically spent several months in commerce. This example is typical of the surviving piece, with an average grade of XF45 for the entire surviving population.(Registry values: N1793)

3977

1875-CC $20 MS62 NGC. The 1875-CC double eagle is the most common Liberty Head, With Motto issue from the Carson City Mint. The yellow-gold surfaces of this MS62 example exhibit relatively well struck design elements, except for minor weakness in portions of Liberty's hair. A scattering of light marks results in some minor interruptions of the luster flow.(Registry values: N4719)

3978

1876 $20 MS60 Prooflike NGC. A moderately abraded yet attractive example, with flashy reflectivity in the fields and boldly struck design elements. A scarce issue with Prooflike fields. Census: 7 in 60 Prooflike, 10 finer in Prooflike (3/09).

3979

1876-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Mildly reflective fields are evident on both sides of this medium yellow-gold twenty with a few small splashes of rose toning on the obverse. The surfaces are moderately abraded as they are on nearly every surviving 1876-CC double eagle. This attractive example is actually finer than usual for the issue.(Registry values: N1793)

3980

1878 $20 MS61 NGC. Intense mint frost and glassy, semireflective fields are highlights of this attractive specimen. Well struck with rich coloration and numerous tiny field marks that limit the grade.(Registry values: N991)

3981

1878 $20 MS62 PCGS. PCGS and NGC population data indicate that the 1878 double eagle is readily available from About Uncirculated to MS61. MS62s are somewhat more difficult to locate and Select and near-Gems are elusive. Neither service has graded any pieces higher. Bright luster adorns this sharply struck MS62 example. The peach-gold surfaces reveal minute grade-limiting marks.(Registry values: N1793)

3982

1879 $20 MS60 NGC. An early Type Three issue, this Mint State piece has excellent luster with frosty yellow surfaces. Although both sides have numerous abrasions, all are trivial. An outstanding example for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

3983

1882-CC $20 AU55 PCGS. This pleasing twenty is lightly abraded with some remaining luster on each side. Examples are usually available in the VF to AU range, although pieces like the present coin are clearly desirable, with a market ranging from mintmark specialists to type collectors.(Registry values: N1793)

3984

1882-CC $20 MS61 ANACS. Variety 2-B. This is a remarkably attractive Carson City gold piece, despite the scattered small abrasions and luster grazes that define the coin's numerical grade assessment. Well struck and highly lustrous, with a lovely effulgent sheen that radiates across each side. A relatively available issue in lower grades, but elusive in Mint State.(Registry values: N4719)

3985

1882-S $20 MS62 NGC. Strongly defined for this Type Three S-mint issue with no trace of wear. The warmly lustrous butter-yellow fields show few marks, though abrasions on the portrait preclude Select status. A challenging issue to find any finer, with only 14 such pieces certified by NGC (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

3986

1883-S $20 MS63 PCGS. The S-Mint double eagles of the 1880s are all condition rarities. The 1883-S is an excellent illustration, with only 11 PCGS certified examples in grades higher than the present Select Mint State piece. This highly lustrous specimen has brilliant yellow surfaces with only a few scattered marks. It is boldly detailed and highly attractive.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3987

1884-CC $20 AU50 NGC. The cheek displays slight wear, but ample luster remains, and the apricot-gold toning is original. Marks are unexpectedly few. The reverse has a whisper of struck-in grease, as made. A minor reverse rim nick at 4 o'clock is of little import.(Registry values: N1793)

3988

1884-S $20 MS63 PCGS. MS63 is about the highest grade most collectors can hope to acquire of the 1884-S double eagle. A well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements. Both sides are highly lustrous and yield peach-gold patina with traces of mint-green. Minute handling marks limit the grade. PCGS has seen only 18 coins finer, and NGC 8 pieces (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3989

1885-CC $20 AU53 NGC. The 1885-CC Type Three Liberty Head double eagle is one of the scarcest dates of the decade, with a paltry mintage of 9,450 pieces. Examples are scarce in AU grades today. The present coin is sharply struck, with some wear showing on Liberty's coronet and the eagle's head. Much original mint luster remains, especially on the reverse. The surfaces are largely unabraded.(Registry values: N2998)

3990

1885-S $20 MS63 PCGS. This highly lustrous Mint State piece represents the finest quality that is generally available for the issue. PCGS has only certified 30 finer 1885-S twenties (3/09). The design elements are bold, and the surfaces are excellent. Both sides have brilliant yellow luster with faint traces of pink toning.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3991

1888 $20 MS61 PCGS. Deep yellow-gold color overall with occasional lilac overtones. Scattered abrasions and a handful of scrapes and reed marks define the grade, though the eye appeal is better than the designation might suggest.(Registry values: N991)

3992

1888 $20 MS61 PCGS. Well-defined with satiny luster. The surfaces are mostly orange-gold with lilac accents, though several thin alloy streaks appear at the upper and left obverse.(Registry values: N991)

3993

1888-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Slightly scuffy on the obverse, but a nice piece overall with complete satin luster and attractive coloration. The striking details are bold throughout, without any noticeable weakness in the centers.(Registry values: N1793)

3994

1888-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Rich yellow-gold color with hints of green-gold and lilac. This impressively lustrous piece shows few abrasions overall, though a dig is noted above and to the left of Liberty's eye.(Registry values: N1793)

3995

1888-S $20 MS63 PCGS. The 1888-S twenty is an elusive issue in higher grades, with a mere 40 finer examples that are PCGS certified. This Select example has brilliant and frosty mint luster with lovely yellow and orange-gold color. Both sides exhibit trivial marks that are consistent with the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3996

1888-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Although it is considered one of the most common dates in the Type Three series of San Francisco Mint double eagles, few 1888-S twenties exist in higher grades. PCGS has only graded 40 finer pieces (3/09). This example has a fully prooflike orange-gold obverse combined with a frosty yellow-gold reverse(Registry values: N2998)

3997

1889-CC $20 AU50 NGC. After a four-year slumber, gold coinage resumed at Carson City in 1889. Mintages were low, however, since just 30,945 double eagles were struck. This example shows light wear on the cheek and the curls near the hairbun. Luster is nonetheless plentiful, and only a couple of minor marks on the shield merit mention.(Registry values: N1793)

3998

1889-S $20 MS63 NGC. The 1889-S double eagle was struck in large numbers (774,700 pieces), and examples are plentiful in grades from About Uncirculated to MS62. Select coins present a challenge and near-Gems are rare. Higher grade pieces are virtually unobtainable. Lustrous yellow-gold surfaces exhibit crisply defined motifs. The grade is defined by a scattering of minute contact marks
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

3999

1889-S $20 MS63 NGC. Few Select Mint State examples of any issue will ever be found with surfaces as clean as those of the currently offered specimen. A mere handful of superficial milling marks are found on the lower half of the obverse. Bright and highly lustrous, with a fulsome satiny sheen across both sides, and lovely lime-gold and rose toning. Census: 82 in 63, 4 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4000

1890 $20 MS62 NGC. This brilliant Mint State piece has lovely yellow-gold luster with frosty surfaces and traces of pink toning. The surfaces have light grade-consistent abrasions. A rarity in higher grades, NGC has only certified 21 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4001

1890 $20 MS63 NGC. The double eagles of 1890 were struck in limited numbers (75,940 circulation strikes). Most of the surviving coins grade MS60 to MS62. Select examples are scarce and higher-grade pieces are rare. The lustrous surfaces of this MS63 specimen display apricot-gold patina laced with hints of mint-green and light tan. This sharply struck piece reveals just a few light marks. Census: 16 in 63, 5 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4002

1890-CC $20 AU50 NGC. CAC. Well struck and modestly worn with faint abrasions. For this late-date Carson City double eagle issue, the surfaces are unusually pale, with faint canary-gold coloration the rule.(Registry values: N1793)

4003

1890-CC $20 AU50 ANACS. Gleaming yellow-gold surfaces offer a touch of reflectivity despite the light wear across the devices. Well struck in the centers but with softness on the stars. Housed in a small-format holder.(Registry values: N1793)

4004

1890-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Flashy luster confirms the appeal of this sharply struck Choice AU twenty. The left obverse field has a few unimportant marks. PLURIBUS is minutely die doubled, as often seen on the widely pursued Carson City issue.(Registry values: N1793)

4005

1890-CC $20 AU58 NGC. From an initial mintage of 91,209 pieces, the 1890-CC Liberty Head double eagle is one of the more available dates in the series. This lustrous and sharply struck example has no obtrusive marks. Faint wear on the hair on the eagle's wings prevents a Mint State designation. The reverse is lightly die doubled, most noticeable on PLURIBUS, TWENTY, and UNITED STATES.(Registry values: N1793)

4006

1890-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Pleasing detail overall. Warmly lustrous yellow-orange surfaces show occasional hints of alloy near the margins and at Liberty's neck. Abrasions are mostly light, though too many in number for a Select designation.(Registry values: N4719)

4007

1890-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Large numbers of the 1890-S double eagle were shipped abroad for international trade. Most examples returning to America are in lower grades or heavily abraded Mint State coins. Our present Select offering exhibits sharply struck design features and pleasing luster. Greenish-gold surfaces reveal a few minute grade-limiting marks. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

4008

1890-S $20 MS64 NGC. Large numbers of this issue were shipped abroad for international trade, and many have been returning to the States over the past few decades. Most are low-grade or heavily abraded Mint State pieces. Any coins above MS63 are therefore rare. This near-Gem exhibits boldly defined design elements, along with pleasing luster emanating from peach-gold surfaces. A few minor contacts preclude Gem status. Census: 7 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

4009

1891 $20 AU53 PCGS. Only 1,390 business strike Type Three Liberty Head double eagles were coined at the Philadelphia Mint in 1891. Few coins were saved at the time of issue, as most advanced collectors simply purchased a proof from the Mint. Experts estimate a surviving population of approximately 100 examples in all grades today. An early auction appearance was in the Palace Collections of Egypt (Sotheby's, 2/1954), lot 183, where the coin was sold as part of a group lot with 35 other double eagles.
The coin offered here is sharply struck and shows minimal wear on the coronet and shield. The fields exhibit a typical number of abrasions for the grade, and touches of green and blue color enhance the top of the reverse. Population: 5 in 53, 19 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4010

1891-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Luminous gold-orange surfaces show occasional butter-yellow accents. Minor abrasions are visible in the fields and at the rims. Still, a pleasing piece.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4011

1892 $20 AU55 PCGS. CAC. From a tiny mintage of 4,430 pieces, the 1892 Type Three double eagle was considered very rare in higher grades before a hoard surfaced in the 1990s. In spite of the increase in supply of these coins, AU specimens are still scarce today. The coin offered here is a pleasing specimen with much remaining mint luster and slight wear on the high points of the design. Population: 16 in 55, 46 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4012

1892-S $20 MS63 PCGS. A high-end example of this conditionally challenging S-mint issue. PCGS has certified only a single 1892-S as MS65 with none finer, and even MS64 pieces are costly to secure. The present lustrous olive-gold Select representative has a few inconsequential obverse grazes, but its eye appeal is exemplary for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

4013

1892-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Fully brilliant and frosty yellow-gold surfaces have traces of darker toning on the highest design points. Both sides are lightly abraded as expected for the grade. PCGS has only certified 69 higher grade examples of this date.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4014

1893 $20 MS63 PCGS. Deep yellow-orange color at the margins cedes to pale canary-gold near the centers. A crisply detailed Select coin that offers vibrant luster and strong eye appeal despite wispy abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

4015

1893-CC $20 MS60 NGC. This is the final issue for double eagles from the Carson City Mint. Despite the small mintage of 18,402 pieces, large numbers found their way into foreign shipments, and have returned to the States in recent years. The bright, brassy-gold surfaces of this MS60 specimen exhibit sharply struck design elements. A number of minute contact marks limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

4016

1893-S $20 MS63 NGC. Both sides of this Select specimen are enriched with apricot-gold patina that is imbued with traces of mint-green. Lustrous surfaces exhibit sharply struck design elements, including crispness on the star centrils. A scattering of minute contact marks limits the grade
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4017

1894-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Butter-yellow color overall with wonderful, satiny luster. This crisply struck Select coin is minimally abraded for the grade with great eye appeal.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4018

1895-S $20 MS63 NGC. Well-defined in the centers with few abrasions overall. Luminous yellow-gold surfaces offer a degree of reflectivity beneath light, cloudy patina.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4019

1896-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Sharply struck with glimpses of orange that stand out against the vibrant yellow-gold dominating each side. Shining with great eye appeal for the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4020

1897-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A major rarity in Gem grades, and this near-Gem piece will serve nearly any collector well. It has remarkable yellow luster with traces of dark patina. The satiny surfaces have only a few grade-consistent abrasions. PCGS has graded just six finer pieces (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4021

1898-S $20 MS63 NGC. Generally yellow-orange in color with occasional lemon accents. This lustrous Select piece is well-defined with more luster grazes than actual abrasions.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N991)

4022

1898-S $20 MS64 PCGS. This near-Gem has dynamic luster, lovely sun-gold color, a penetrating strike, and impressive preservation. Unobtrusive shallow strike-throughs within the scrolls and near the eagle's head are as made. The base of the 89 in the date is repunched.(Registry values: N1793)

4023

1898-S $20 MS65 NGC. The 1898-S double eagle was produced in large numbers (2.5 million pieces plus) and is consequently plentiful in Mint State grades through near-Gem. The certified population drops significantly in MS65 to make the issue scarce. Higher-grade coins are extremely rare. Potent luster exudes from the orange-gold surfaces of this Gem example, and a well executed strike brings out excellent detail on the design elements. A few unobtrusive surface and rim marks do not disturb. Census: 93 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4024

1899-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Well-defined with vibrantly lustrous yellow-gold surfaces. Abrasions are mostly wispy, though a vertical mark is hidden in the hair below Liberty's coronet.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4025

1900-S $20 MS63 NGC. Rich sun-gold at the margins with slight paling of the color near the centers. This appealing Select piece shows few overt abrasions, though one is noted near Liberty's lips.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4026

1901-S $20 MS63 NGC. Low grade to MS62 1901-S examples are relatively abundant, the result of overseas shipments being repatriated in recent decades. MS63s can be located with a bit of searching, while near-Gems are more elusive. Gem and finer examples are nearly unobtainable. Lustrous peach-gold surfaces show on both sides of this Select coin, and each displays sharply struck design elements. The few light marks are within the confines of the grade designation.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4027

1901-S $20 MS63 NGC. Peach-gold and mint-green colors compete for territory on the lustrous surfaces of this Select S-mint double eagle. A well executed strike leaves strong detail on the design features, including Liberty's hair curls. A scattering of small marks denies a higher grade. The '01-S is fairly abundant through MS62, after which the population tapers off.(Registry values: N2998)

4028

1902 $20 MS62 PCGS. Sharply struck with attractive light yellow-gold color and frosty luster. Subliminal pinkish toning adds to the overall aesthetic display. This is a scarce issue, with a mintage of only 31,140 pieces. While examples are occasionally available in MS62, there is a precipitous drop-off in MS63 and finer grades.(Registry values: N2998)

4029

1902-S $20 MS63 NGC. The 1902-S double eagle reposed in European or South American vaults for decades before returning to the States in recent years. The yellow-gold surfaces of this Select specimen display pleasing luster and exhibit sharply struck design elements. Scattered marks limit the grade.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4030

1902-S $20 MS63 PCGS. A satiny beauty with brilliant orange-gold toning and light surface marks that limit the grade and keep it out of the condition rarity class. With a mere 55 finer examples in PCGS holders (3/09), the MS63 grade is the highest obtainable grade for a moderate price.(Registry values: N2998)

4031

1903-S $20 MS64 NGC. Strongly struck and attractive with rich yellow-orange coloration overall. Pleasingly detailed with only a few tiny abrasions on the portrait. NGC has graded 22 numerically finer examples (3/09).
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4032

1904 $20 MS64 ★ NGC. Both sides are semi-prooflike, a feature that likely coaxed the Star designation from NGC. There are also no noticeable marks, unusual for a large diameter bag-stored gold piece. Census: 32 in 64 ★ , 10 finer with a Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

4033

1904 $20 MS64 PCGS. A shining near-Gem example of this ever-popular issue, boldly impressed and minimally marked for the grade. Pale canary-yellow centers yield to deeper sun-gold near the rims.(Registry values: N1793)

4034

1904 $20 MS65 Prooflike NGC. The 1904 is perhaps the most common date in the series, with tens of thousands of Mint State coins certified by NGC and PCGS. Prooflike examples are much less frequent, however. Indeed, NGC has graded only nine pieces in Gem Prooflike, including the present coin, and a mere two finer. The fields are nicely reflective and yield noticeable contrast with the boldly struck devices. Peach-gold surfaces reveal just a couple of small abrasions on Liberty's cheek that serve to limit the already high numerical grade.(Registry values: N2998)

4035

1904 $20 MS65 Prooflike NGC. A flashy peach-gold and boldly struck example of this high mintage issue (5 million plus coins), which is nonetheless extremely scarce in Gem condition with prooflike fields. Just a few small abrasions are seen amid myriad die polishing lines that help create the reflectivity. Census: 9 in 65 Prooflike, 2 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4036

1904-S $20 MS63 NGC. Strongly struck with a measure of reflectivity to the faintly green-gold fields. A pleasing Select piece that shows a handful of reed marks on and around Liberty's portrait.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N991)

4037

1905-S $20 MS63 NGC. Scintillating luster and light pumpkin-gold toning combine with a solid strike to proclaim the quality of this later-date Liberty twenty. The 1905-S has less than half the mintage of its 1904-S predecessor, and is only infrequently seen any finer than the present coin.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

4038

1905-S $20 MS63 PCGS. The 1905-S double eagle issue has less than half the mintage of its counterpart from the year before, and it is elusive any finer than this Select piece. The centers are precisely detailed, and the immensely lustrous yellow-gold surfaces show occasional orange and rouge accents. Minimally abraded for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

4039

1905-S $20 MS64 NGC. Variegated orange-gold and mint-green patination runs over the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem. A well executed strike complements these attributes, enhancing the coin's overall appeal. A few minute marks prevent Gem status. A couple of light alloy marks are visible on the reverse. Only 14 examples are graded finer by NGC and PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4040

1906-D $20 MS64 PCGS. The first Denver-Mint double eagle, struck in the very first year of coinage operations at that facility. This lovely near-Gem specimen is fully lustrous with brilliant yellow surfaces and exceptionally sharp design motifs. Only a few grade-limiting surface marks are evident on each side. PCGS has only graded five finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4041

1906-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Boldly struck with fantastic cartwheel luster and lively color. Pale yellow-gold centers give way to deeper butter-yellow hues with hints of green-gold and peach near the margins.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4042

1907 $20 MS65 NGC. The year 1907 was the last time the Liberty Head double eagle was produced, to be replaced later in the year by the new Augustus Saint-Gaudens design. A well executed strike endows this wonderful Gem, and dazzling bright luster emanates from both sides. A few grade-consistent marks on the peach-gold surfaces do not disturb. Readily available through near-Gem, but rare in MS65 and nearly unobtainable any finer. Census: 17 in 65, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4043

1907-S $20 MS63 NGC. Crisply struck with vibrant luster that forms pleasing cartwheels. The dominant color is a light orange-gold that shows hints of peach and apricot.
From The Martin Estate Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

4044

1907-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A beautiful final-year Liberty twenty with rich peach interiors bounded by peripheral lime-green. Lustrous, crisply struck, and refreshingly unabraded. Since PCGS has certified only two pieces finer (as of 3/09), the present piece is the finest that can be practically obtained.(Registry values: N2998)

4045

1907-S $20 MS64 PCGS. An appealing near-Gem from the last San Francisco Liberty Head double eagle issue. Rich yellow-gold luster with orange elements and a strong strike on the minimally marked devices. The fields are similarly well-preserved. A condition rarity any finer, with only two such pieces certified by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Liberty Double Eagles

4046

1904 $20 PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Double eagle collectors are aware that the 1904 is the most plentiful business strike issue of the Liberty series. But while hundreds of thousands of 1904 twenties have been certified by NGC and PCGS, proofs of that date are rarities. Just 98 proofs were struck. PCGS has encapsulated 65 examples, and NGC has certified 38 pieces. Since that total (103 pieces) is greater than the mintage, it is apparent that there have been a number of resubmissions to the two major grading services over the past 23 years.
Five pieces have been certified by PCGS in circulated grades (two in PR55 and three in PR58). As late as the 1920s, proof double eagles carried little premium over face. Dealers such as B. Max Mehl would acquire gold proofs as part of an estate, then deposit them into a bank instead of adding them to a price list at a meager premium. There were few collectors of large denomination gold proofs until the 1930s, when gold was prized as a tangible asset yet became difficult to legally hold or acquire.
The major services have grade only one example as Deep Cameo or Ultra Cameo, by NGC as PR65 Ultra Cameo. The present piece is designed Cameo but displays impressive cameo frost, particularly on the portrait but also on the eagle and scrollwork. The devices possess a warm glow that contrasts nicely with the darkly mirrored fields.
As expected of a specimen striking, this proof has essentially full details. Even the curls in the hairbun exhibit exemplary definition. Prolonged study beneath a loupe locates a few faint hairlines on the outer plastic of the encapsulation, but the coin itself is splendidly preserved. It is tied for the honor of finest PCGS-certified. Population: 7 in 65 Cameo, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: P2)

High Relief Double Eagles

4047

1907 $20 High Relief, Flat Rim--Polished--NCS. XF Details. Like so many other High Relief double eagles, this piece met with the jewelers cloth at some point during the past century. Although the coin displays unnaturally reflective surfaces, it still has a level of eye appeal--perhaps because it is a stunning work of art to begin with. Noted on the NCS label as the Flat Rim variant, which is scarcer than its Wire Rim counterpart.(Registry values: N1)

Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles

4048

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS65 PCGS. A gorgeous butter-gold Gem with unperturbed surfaces and a precise strike on the Capitol building and the fingers of the torch hand. 1907 was a transitional year for the double eagle denomination at Philadelphia, with the Liberty type coined in addition to Ultra High Relief, High Relief, and Arabic Numerals Saint-Gaudens pieces.(Registry values: N2998)

4049

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS65 PCGS. A lovely Gem example of this popular first-year type, one that appears destined for even greater glory, given the emphasis on such issues and the overall excellent performance of type coins in general over the last several years. Generous luster radiates from the orange-gold surfaces tinged with ice-blue on a couple of the obverse high points. The few abrasions noted are consistent with the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

4050

1908 $20 No Motto MS66 PCGS. Wells Fargo Nevada Gold. A vibrant sun-yellow Premium Gem example of this popular type issue, pedigreed to the hoard that made MS65 and better survivors widely available for the first time. Each side is smooth with strong luster. A faint mark is visible in the field above Liberty's outstretched arm.(Registry values: N2998)

4051

1908 $20 No Motto, Wells Fargo Nevada MS66 PCGS. A splendidly lustrous Premium Gem from the famed Wells Fargo hoard, this piece offers relatively unscathed surfaces, as expected for the grade, along with even orange-gold coloration on both sides and much eye appeal. Due to the vast numbers of survivors from this hoard the population data are skewed, but even Premium Gems and Superb Gems are available for a price. The buyer will not regret acquisition of such obvious quality.(Registry values: P1)

4052

1908-D $20 No Motto MS64 PCGS. Deep sun-orange color with a fine, matte-like texture on each side. Well struck with strong eye appeal despite a handful of scattered abrasions that contribute to the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

4053

1908 $20 Motto MS64 PCGS. The 1908 No Motto is notoriously plentiful, even in rarified grade, but its Motto successor is much scarcer. The 1908 Motto mintage was only 156,258 pieces, and examples with the unblemished surfaces of the present near-Gem are elusive. A beautiful canary-gold example that boasts a crisp strike and booming luster.(Registry values: N2998)

4054

1908-D $20 Motto MS65 PCGS. Each side of this peach-gold Gem offers understated yet potent luster. Smooth fields and devices with generally above-average detail combine for excellent eye appeal. This initial Denver With Motto issue is a rarity any finer, with just 26 such pieces certified by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4055

1908-S $20 AU50 NGC. Mintage-conscious collectors always appreciate the 1908-S Saint-Gaudens double eagle for its extremely low production of just 22,000 coins, the lowest mintage of any issue in the series other than the High Relief coins. This light yellow example has myriad marks and clear high point wear, but it retains excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

4056

1908-S $20 AU53 PCGS. The 1908-S is famous as the lowest-mintage With Motto Saint-Gaudens double eagle issue, and a lightly circulated piece such as this AU53 example can offer an alternative to a more expensive Mint State representative. The present coin, though lightly worn on the high points, has considerable luster remaining in the satiny yellow-gold fields. Minimally marked overall and pleasing.(Registry values: N1793)

4057

1908-S $20 AU55 PCGS. One of the major gold rarities from the last century, the 1908-S had a mintage of only 22,000 coins, and few survived the melting pot during the 1930s. This lovely example, a Choice AU coin, has brilliant luster and wonderful surfaces for the modest grade.(Registry values: N1793)

4058

1908-S $20 MS61 PCGS. The famously low-mintage 1908-S double eagle is among the most prized early Saint-Gaudens dates through all grade levels. This MS61 survivor, one of 22,000 pieces struck, has moderately abraded, softly lustrous surfaces, gold-orange with areas of deeper alloy at the high points.(Registry values: N2998)

4059

1909 $20 MS63 PCGS. Garrett and Guth note of the 1909: "This is one of the true condition rarities of the series, and a very difficult coin to find above MS-63." The present Select piece has strong and attractive canary-gold luster. Pleasing detail overall with minor, scattered abrasions that account for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

4060

1909 $20 MS63 PCGS. This Philadelphia issue is less available than it might seem at first glance, since it is split almost evenly between overdate and normal date pieces. The present coin sports impressive yellow-gold luster and generally crisp detail on the devices. Minimally abraded for the grade with great eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

4061

1909/8 $20 MS61 NGC. FS-301. The most prominent overdate of the double eagle denomination. This satiny and bright sun-gold example has scattered small marks, none of which are inappropriate for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

4062

1909/8 $20 MS63 PCGS. This is a fine Select example of this popular Guide Book variety; comparable to its perfect date counterpart in terms of overall scarcity, but much more elusive in Mint State. This piece is highly attractive and shows lovely lime-gold toning across each side. There are a few surface marks, which seem relatively minor for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

4063

1909-D $20 AU58 NGC. A scarce date that is rarely seen in the higher Mint State grades. This piece has a trace of high point wear, but otherwise a highly attractive yellow-gold example with only minor surface marks.(Registry values: N1793)

4064

1909-D $20 MS64 PCGS. A rich satiny sheen across both sides gives this appealing near-Gem a radiantly effulgent appearance. Lightly toned, with an even complement of honey-gold color over the nicely preserved surfaces. A handful of trivial marks are reported in the obverse fields, and on the lower reverse. A high grade level for this conditionally scarce issue from the Denver Mint.(Registry values: N4719)

4065

1909-D $20 MS64 PCGS. The 1909-D is one of several low-production branch mint Saint-Gaudens double eagles from the early years of the series. This near-Gem has striking yellow-gold color with splashes of orange. Each side is boldly defined with immense luster and few marks overall, though an abrasion is noted on and to the left of Liberty's billowing gown. PCGS has certified a mere 20 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4066

1909-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Lime-green and apricot-gold compete for territory throughout this lustrous and well impressed Choice type coin. Any marks are minor, and few and far between.(Registry values: N1793)

4067

1909-S/S $20 MS64 PCGS. FS-501. The mintmark is nicely repunched southeast. This early Saint-Gaudens twenty has booming luster and a paucity of bagmarks. Well struck, particularly on the Capitol building.(Registry values: N1793)

4068

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. Boldly struck with shimmering, satiny mint luster and vibrant peach, rose-gold and mint-green coloration. Only the fingers on Liberty's torch hand seem a trifle weak. There are a few light marks on each of the two sides, but none of them are particularly noticeable or distracting. A slightly scarcer issue in the series, at the Gem level of preservation.(Registry values: N2998)

4069

1910-D $20 MS65 NGC. Rich yellow-gold color with crisp detail and excellent eye appeal. A handful of inoffensive marks are consistent with the grade. NGC has graded 42 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4070

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. Rich yellow-gold color with elements of sun-orange in the fields. A vibrant and captivating Gem, well-defined and carefully preserved. PCGS has graded 98 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4071

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. The 1910-D is a popular Saint-Gaudens issue, as one of the earliest branch mint emissions that is much more affordable, even in Gem condition, than many of the later entries in the series. Examples are obtainable in MS65, but the certified populations drop off by an order of magnitude any finer. Both sides of this attractive example show lemon-gold coloration, with minimal surface abrasions and good eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

4072

1910-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A strongly lustrous near-Gem that is well-defined overall, though Liberty's torch hand shows slight softness. Minimally abraded for the designation and appealing.(Registry values: N1793)

4073

1910-S $20 MS65 PCGS. With a large mintage of 2.1 million pieces, the 1910-S Saint-Gaudens double eagle is available today in all grades up to the MS64 level. At the Gem level, the date becomes scarce, and only 24 coins have been certified in higher numerical grades by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present coin is a fully struck Gem, with ample satiny luster, and no noticeable distractions.(Registry values: N4719)

4074

1910-S $20 MS65 PCGS. The vast majority of 1910-S double eagles were melted during the 1930s. The issue is somewhat scarce in MS65 and rare any finer. This Gem example possesses radiantly lustrous peach-gold surfaces imbued with hints of light green. Sharply struck devices add to the eye appeal. A few minute contacts are visible on the reverse. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

4075

1911 $20 MS63 PCGS. A radiant sunrise-gold Select double eagle. The strike is impeccable, and neither side displays any reportable marks. The 1911 begins a run of low mintage Philadelphia issues that extends through 1915.(Registry values: N1793)

4076

1911 $20 MS63 PCGS. Well struck for this earlier With Motto Saint-Gaudens double eagle issue. Luminous yellow-gold surfaces show faint, scattered abrasions consistent with the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

4077

1911 $20 MS63 PCGS. A satiny sunrise-gold example of this scarcer early issue. Surprisingly void of noticeable marks. A moderate mint-made strike-through is centered above the eagle.(Registry values: N1793)

4078

1911 $20 MS64 PCGS. Richly lustrous with satiny orange-gold surfaces and bold design features. Trivial surface marks are hidden in the design elements on each side of this lovely double eagle. The 1911 is an important condition rarity in the Saint Gaudens series, with only 42 finer examples certified by PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4079

1911-D/D $20 MS64 PCGS. FS-501, formerly FS-1911.5. The mintmark is obviously repunched, although this obverse die appears to have coined many of the high grade survivors of this prewar Denver issue. Precisely struck and highly lustrous with beautifully unabraded surfaces. An excellent value relative to lower grades.

4080

1911-D/D $20 MS65 PCGS. FS-501, formerly FS-1911.5. The mintmark is widely repunched east, a common but popular variety. This impressive green-gold Gem has uncommonly clean surfaces and a needle-sharp strike.

4081

1911-D $20 MS65 PCGS. Strong wheat-gold color with occasional sun-yellow overtones. This gorgeous Gem is pleasingly detailed for its high-mintage Denver issue. Great eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

4082

1911-D/D $20 MS65 PCGS. FS-501. This piece, adding convenience for Registry Set collectors, is certified with the PCGS six-digit variety number. The repunched mintmark is broadly visible to the west of the first mintmark. This attractive Gem offers equally broad appeal, with intense luster and pretty orange-gold coloration accented by tinges of sage-green at the upper obverse. The sharp strike is pleasing and typical for the issue.

4083

1911-S $20 MS65 PCGS. CAC. The 1911-S double eagle is available through the near-Gem level of preservation, and even Gems can be located with a bit of searching and some patience. Higher-grade pieces are rare. The lustrous surfaces of this MS65 piece yield orange-gold and mint-green patination, and an exacting strike imparts crisp definition to the design elements. Minimally abraded with great eye appeal. Encapsulated in an old green label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

4084

1912 $20 MS63 PCGS. The 1912 double eagle introduced the 48 star design subtype, necessitated by the entry of New Mexico and Arizona into the Union. This is a satiny and undipped peach-gold example that has occasional small marks and a few specks of grease struck into the plumage.(Registry values: N1793)

4085

1912 $20 MS64 PCGS. The frosty yellow and orange gold surfaces exhibit a slightly hazy appearance with only a few scattered surface marks. This piece is highly lustrous and attractive. The 1912 is one of several scarce P-Mint issues of the decade. PCGS has only certified 32 finer examples.(Registry values: N2998)

4086

1913 $20 MS62 PCGS. A satiny green-gold Saint-Gaudens example of this lower mintage issue. The strike is crisp aside from some flatness on Liberty's raised knee. The occasional small mark has little impact on the eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

4087

1913 $20 MS63 PCGS. Attractive yellow-orange color with soft, pleasing luster. An appealing Select example with only faint, scattered abrasions on each side.(Registry values: N1793)

4088

1913 $20 MS63 PCGS. Olive-gold and sun-yellow alternate across this gently shimmering and lightly abraded representative. Suitably struck and clearly original. A popular issue for its relatively low mintage.(Registry values: N1793)

4089

1913 $20 MS64 PCGS. This issue is rare as a Gem, but available in lower grades--for a price, of course. The present example offers beautiful, coruscating luster emanating from the mattelike orange-gold surfaces, with glints of greenish-gold at the rims. The strike is bold, and only small ticks and undistracting evidence of contact preclude a Gem grade. PCGS has graded nine coins finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4090

1913-D $20 MS65 PCGS. A wonderful Gem, this Saint-Gaudens double eagle is fully lustrous with soft, frosty yellow-gold brilliance. Both sides are exceptional with only the smallest and most trivial surface marks. Although quite a few Gem pieces have been certified, PCGS has only graded five finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4091

1913-D $20 MS65 PCGS. CAC. Most 1913-D double eagles survived in European or South American bank vaults and have been returning to the States over the past few decades. The certified population shows large numbers in the MS63 and MS64 grade levels, but MS65 coins drop off significantly. The radiantly lustrous surfaces of this Gem are minimally abraded and project attractive peach-gold color with subtle green undertones. A solid strike emboldens the design elements. PCGS has seen a mere five coins grading higher. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

4092

1913-S $20 MS63 PCGS. An attractive example of this low-mintage San Francisco Saint-Gaudens double eagle, one of just 34,000 pieces struck. Vibrant luster enlivens surfaces sporting an exciting blend of wheat and sun-yellow color. Minor, scattered marks combine to account for the grade, though the eye appeal is high.(Registry values: N2998)

4093

1913-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A crisp strike and rich orange-gold patina are the hallmarks of this lustrous near-Gem. The left obverse field has a few faint luster grazes typical of the grade, while the reverse is clean. With a production of just 34,000 pieces, the 1913-S has long been a popular target for mintage-oriented collectors. PCGS has only certified 21 finer pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

4094

1913-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A low mintage of 34,000 pieces has long made the 1913-S a target for hoarders and speculators. Although circulated examples are known, most '13-S twenties are in MS61 through MS64 grades. The few MS65 pieces are out of reach for most collectors, and may not provide the value of the present near-Gem. This is a radiant honey-gold example whose sweeping luster and unmarked appearance ensure the eye appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

4095

1914 $20 MS63 PCGS. A wonderful satin Mint State piece, this Select double eagle has exquisite surfaces for the grade. Although some scattered marks limit the grade, the eye appeal suggests are higher numerical grade is in order. The 1914 is a scarce, low mintage issue with a total production of only 95,250 coins.(Registry values: N1793)

4096

1914 $20 MS64 PCGS. CAC. An appealing example of this low-mintage Philadelphia issue with generally bold definition, though Liberty's branch hand shows flatness. The green-accented yellow-gold luster is warm and inviting. Examples finer than this near-Gem are elusive; PCGS has certified just 39 such pieces (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4097

1914 $20 MS64 PCGS. Strong yellow-orange color with occasional hints of peach and rose. A few abrasions are noted in the fields, though the devices are comparatively clean. The upper obverse rim shows a tiny dot of crimson alloy. This lower-mintage Philadelphia issue is rare any finer, with 39 Gem or better coins known to PCGS (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4098

1914-D $20 MS65 PCGS. The pale straw-gold and lemon-yellow surfaces of this D-mint double eagle have pleasing luster and a faintly pebbled texture. Carefully preserved with great eye appeal. PCGS has certified 56 finer examples (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

4099

1914-S $20 MS65 ★ NGC. A yellow and green-gold Gem that has a bold strike and scintillating cartwheel sheen. A lovely double eagle, and a good value at the MS65 level. Census: 2 in 65 ★ , 3 finer with a Star designation (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

4100

1914-S $20 MS65 PCGS. This pleasing yellow and orange-gold Gem is free from remotely relevant contact, and dazzling cartwheel luster further contributes to the eye appeal. Exactingly struck and beautiful.(Registry values: N1793)

4101

1915 $20 MS63 PCGS. Deep yellow-gold color and low-intensity luster combine for subtle but distinctive eye appeal. Lightly abraded with a few dots of alloy around the figure of Liberty.(Registry values: N1793)

4102

1915 $20 MS63 PCGS. A satiny green-gold representative. Well struck on the Capitol building, although Liberty's chin shows slight blending. A couple of minor concealed marks on the wings, but pleasing overall for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

4103

1915-S $20 MS66 PCGS. This is an impressive specimen, one of the finest available. In fact, PCGS has never graded a better example of this date. It is sharply struck with fully lustrous and frosty yellow-gold luster. This is an unusual example for its lack of orange-peel texture that is usually seen on these and the 1916-S coins.(Registry values: N2998)

4104

1916-S $20 MS65 PCGS. Variegated peach and lime-green toning embraces this lustrous and nicely struck Gem. A few delicate field grazes fail to challenge the eye appeal. The final issue prior to 1920, since World War I interrupted foreign trade, the primary purpose of continued gold coinage.(Registry values: N1793)

4105

1920 $20 MS64 PCGS. Vibrant green-gold luster with good eye appeal. The surfaces of this Choice Mint State example are only minimally abraded. The relatively low mintage 1920 is a condition rarity, collectible in this grade, but exceeded in quality by just a single coin graded by PCGS (3/09). It is an anomaly that the 1920-S and 1921, each of which had more than twice the mintage of the 1920, are both very rare compared to the 1920.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 9597, which realized $3,737.50.(Registry values: N2998)

4106

1922 $20 MS65 PCGS. With an original mintage of nearly 1.4 million pieces, the 1922 Saint-Gaudens double eagle is an available date in all grades up to the Gem level. Trying to improve on an MS65 coin is a daunting challenge, however, as only 15 coins have been certified in higher numerical grades by NGC and PCGS combined (3/09). The present coin is well struck and lustrous, with pristine fields. Hints of rose-gold color enhance the central obverse surfaces.(Registry values: N2998)

4107

1922-S $20 MS63 NGC. This faintly orange-gold piece has understated, elegant luster and vibrant eye appeal. Lightly abraded in the fields, though the devices are comparatively well-preserved. This S-mint piece was struck from an obverse die in a late state, as evidenced by the die cracks that arc around the figure of Liberty.(Registry values: N1793)

4108

1922-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Yellow-gold surfaces display hints of light green and radiate pleasing luster. the design elements are sharply struck, including the panes on the Capitol building, Liberty's facial features and fingers, and the eagle's plumage. A few light marks and alloy spots are noted. Quite rare any finer.(Registry values: N2998)

4109

1922-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Bright luster emanates from both sides of this near-Gem, each of which shows yellow-gold patination blushed with mint-green tints. A well executed strike leaves crisp definition on the design elements. A handful of minute contact marks and light alloy spots precludes Gem status. Near-Gems are scarce and anything finer is rare.(Registry values: N2998)

4110

1922-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A minimally abraded survivor of an issue that was once ranked among the rarest 20th century Double Eagles. That was before several hoards were discovered in Europe and Central America from the 1950s through the early 1980s. Despite the increased supply, the '22-S remains scarce in Choice condition and is undoubtedly rare any finer. The surfaces on this lovely green-gold example display occasional splashes of orange patina. Well preserved aside from a solitary thin mark concealed on the reverse.
Ex: Bowers and Merena, 1/2003, lot 808, Richard J. Chouinard Collection (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 10312.(Registry values: N2998)

4111

1923-D $20 MS66 NGC. An outstanding type coin, as one would expect from a 1923-D. The luster is outstanding, and the color is variegated reddish-gold and lilac, with deeper hues on the reverse. The striking details are full, and there are no mentionable abrasions on either side.(Registry values: N2998)

4112

1924 $20 MS66 NGC. With intense, frosty luster throughout its dusky orange-gold surfaces, this double eagle is solidly graded as a high end Gem. An originally and carefully preserved example that would do justice to the finest collection.
Ex: Richard J. Chouinard Collection (Heritage, 3/2005), lot 7503.(Registry values: N2998)

4113

1924-D $20 MS64 PCGS. Although most of the more than 3 million examples minted were likely melted a decade or so later, importations from overseas have lessened the paucity of this once-rare issue. Nonetheless, it remains quite scarce, with most pieces certified in AU58 through MS64. The present piece is superior to the typical bagmarked survivor. Were it not for a pair of mentionable abrasions--one through Liberty's outstretched right (facing) arm, a second in the right field nearby--this piece might achieve the Gem classification. The luster is brilliant, the color is a beautiful orange-gold, and the reverse shows only a few minor abrasions well hidden in the eagle's feathers. PCGS has graded 10 pieces finer (3/09).
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2006), lot 4719, which realized $12,650.(Registry values: N4719)

4114

1924-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Near-Gem is about the best grade most collectors can hope to acquire of the 1924-S double eagle. Indeed, PCGS has graded a mere three coins finer (3/09). The peach-gold surfaces of this MS64 example reveal subtle hints of light green and are endowed with pleasing luster. An exacting strike results in crisp detail on the design elements. A few minute marks preclude Gem status.(Registry values: N4719)

4115

1924-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A much better date, since most of the nearly 3 million pieces coined never left the Treasury vaults and were eventually melted. The near-Gem presented here is sharply impressed, with nice definition on Liberty's face, fingers, and toes. The surfaces exhibit somewhat frosty luster, and are originally toned in shades of apricot-gold with subtle light green undertones. Most of the pieces that came from European banks were extensively bagmarked. Not so the present coin, that reveals just a few unimportant marks, none of which remotely distract. Population: 93 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2006), lot 4758, which realized $13,225.(Registry values: N4719)

4116

1925 $20 MS66 PCGS. The 1925 is among the more prevalent issues from the Roaring Twenties, but most pieces are bagmarked from indifferent shipment, storage, and handling. The present Premium Gem provides an exception, since the peach-gold surfaces show only minimal contact.(Registry values: N2998)

4117

1925-D $20 MS63 PCGS. Brilliant surfaces exhibit pink-tinged yellow-gold color with slightly deeper lime toning along the borders on each side. This date is the "poster child" for branch mint issues struck after 1923, with a high mintage and extremely low survival. The Denver Mint struck almost 3 million double eagles in 1925, yet representatives are elusive. Nearly all known examples were sent overseas for storage in European bank vaults. Those that have returned to this country in recent years are typically in the lower Mint State grades, with Select and better pieces bordering on scarce.(Registry values: N4719)

4118

1925-S $20 AU58 NGC. The lustrous orange-gold surfaces have scattered abrasions and the highpoints of the design show modest friction. One of the many dates from the Saint-Gaudens series that suffered massive attrition from the later gold meltings of the 1930s. Considering that well over 3 million were coined, there certainly are few 1925-S double eagles around today, far fewer than one would anticipate in fact. As with most of the Denver and San Francisco issues, the majority never made it over to European bank vaults to sit out 1930s and subsequent war--such coins ended up being the primary source for a good many of the surviving Saint-Gaudens double eagles today.(Registry values: N2998)

4119

1925-S $20 MS61 NGC. Light wheat-gold color with attractive luster. Struck from worn dies which show considerable erosion at the margins. Still, the central devices offer generally sharp detail. The 1925-S was heavily affected by the mass meltings of American gold coinage in the 1930s, with the mintage of over 3.7 million pieces reduced to just a few hundred survivors.(Registry values: N4719)

4120

1926 $20 MS65 PCGS. A lustrous and beautiful orange-yellow Gem with an abundance of eye appeal. The solidly struck devices show only minimal marks, and the fields are also quite clean.(Registry values: N1793)

4121

1926-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Although the 1926-S has a mintage of more than 2 million pieces, most of the production lingered in Treasury vaults until the FDR gold recall, which condemned those pieces to the smelter. The present near-Gem escaped such a fate, most likely exported to Europe as part of a foreign trade payment. This is a lustrous example that has a smooth obverse field and a sharp strike. The reverse has a thin mark that descends from the second S in STATES. A number of '26-S twenties eventually made their way back to the U.S. from foreign bank holdings, but the issue remains elusive.(Registry values: N2998)

4122

1927 $20 MS65 PCGS. A boldly impressed Gem example of this popular type issue. Pale yellow-gold color and pleasing luster combine for great eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

4123

1927 $20 MS66 NGC. Soft orange patina adds beauty to this crisply struck Premium Gem. Only faint luster grazes are present, customary for the MS66 designation. A lovely Saint-Gaudens double eagle.
Ex: Richard J. Chouinard Collection (Heritage, 3/2005), lot 7531, which realized $2,530.(Registry values: N2998)

4124

1928 $20 MS67 PCGS. CAC. Voluminous numbers of Mint State examples exist through the Premium Gem level. The certified population drops precipitously in MS67, and is non-existent in higher grades. Billowy luster resides on this Superb Gem, and a solid strike sharpens the design elements. Yellow-gold surfaces are impeccably preserved. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 65 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Territorial Gold

4125

(1837-42) G$1 C. Bechtler Dollar, N Reversed AU53 PCGS. K-4, R.4. An appealing AU example of this scarce and popular variety that has the N in ONE punched into the die backwards. The surfaces are semiprooflike and show a light sea-green cast, augmented by reddish-gray color near the peripheral design elements. Listed on page 358 of the 2009 Guide Book.

4126

1860 $5 Clark, Gruber & Co. Five Dollar--Damaged--NCS. XF Details. K-2, R.4. This moderately circulated pioneer gold coin is slightly glossy and has a few dull pinscratches, but the value is limited by five circular digs of various size near the profile and bust tip. Listed on page 375 of the 2009 Guide Book.

4127

1861 $10 Clark, Gruber & Co. Ten Dollar AU55 PCGS. K-7, R.4. A green-gold Clark, Gruber ten with its share of satiny remaining luster. Smooth aside from some mint-made granularity on the field near the forehead. Softly impressed on the claws and the coronet point, but otherwise well brought up. Listed on page 376 of the 2009 Guide Book. Population: 26 in 55, 18 finer (3/09).

4128

1852 $10 Assay Office Ten Dollar--Genuine--PCGS. K-12a, R.5. Faint beads on the reverse rim. This example has AU58 details, since wear is limited to friction on the eagle's leg and fletchings. There is a horizontal scratch concealed on the reverse engine turning above the legends. The right obverse field near AMER has a slight color and texture change, which may have been responsible for PCGS placing this piece in a Genuine holder. We suggest a net grade of XF40, although some may consider that too conservative given the unusual sharpness of detail on the eagle's breast. Most Assay Office pieces exhibit greater wear, and many have problems of one kind or another. Listed on page 363 of the 2009 Guide Book.

4129

California Sterling Silver Spoon. The bowl of this sterling silver spoon reproduces the obverse of an 1852 U.S. Assay Office of Gold fifty dollar slug. The neck of the spoon displays SAN FRANCISCO, and the ornate handle depicts a bear, the state animal of California. The back of the spoon is plain aside from the small inscriptions STERLING and S.& B.S.F.CAL. The bowl of the spoon is 50 mm in diameter, and the handle is 92 mm long. An exceptional decorative art spoon with light to medium tan-gold toning on the "slug." A spoon of similar but different style from the same maker and period was offered in our 2009 February Long Beach Signature, lot 3147, which realized $2,875.

4130

1853 $20 Assay Office Twenty Dollar, 884 Thous. XF40 PCGS. K-17, R.6. The Assay Office was a welcome relief to the uncertainty of private coiners and the variability of the gold content of their coins. This issue was only struck for eight days according to Don Kagin, between February 23 and March 1, 1853. This piece is well defined for the issue with good detailing on the upper shield and fletchings of the arrows. A few light abrasions are consistent with the grade, and the green-gold surfaces show a light accent of reddish patina around the margins. Listed on page 364 of the 2009 Guide Book.
From The Twin Leaf Collection.

4131

1854 $20 Kellogg & Co. Twenty Dollar AU58 NGC. K-1b, R.5. The Kellogg twenties rank among the most widely available territorial gold pieces. Rich brick-red and crimson color envelops both sides of this pleasingly original green-gold example. The strike is sharp in all areas including the often weak obverse star centrils. A few moderate abrasions are seen in the center of the obverse, as one would expect from such a large gold coin. Listed on page 372 of the 2009 Guide Book.

4132

1849 $5 Moffat & Co. Five Dollar AU58 NGC. K-4, R.5. Although the Norris, Gregg, and Norris pieces preceded them, the 1849 Moffat five and ten dollar pieces were among the earliest private gold coins produced in California. This near-Mint piece has brilliant yellow luster with traces of pale orange toning. Listed on page 361 of the 2009 Guide Book. Census: 19 in 58, 19 finer (3/09).

4133

1853 $20 Moffat & Co. Twenty Dollar XF40 PCGS. K-19, High R.5. Appreciably worn, yet faintly lustrous still, with generally yellow-gold surfaces that show glimmers of peach at the margins. Well struck overall with numerous light marks and a few minor pinscratches from ordinary circulation. A pleasing example of this popular Territorial gold issue. Listed on page 365 of the 2009 Guide Book.
From The Twin Leaf Collection.

S.S.C.A. Relic Gold Medals

4134

"1857/0 Baldwin & Co. Ten" Deep Cameo Proof PCGS. A 906 Fine Justh & Hunter gold ingot, serial #4050 and recovered from the 1857 shipwreck of the S.S. Central America, provides the bullion for this modern issue. The design imitates the famous 1850 Baldwin "Horseman" ten. A flawless yellow-gold example whose icy motifs and glassy mirrors provide exemplary contrast. Comes with certificate of authenticity, book-shaped box, and outer slipcase.

4135

"1855 Kellogg & Co. Fifty" Gem Proof PCGS. Struck on August 20, 2001, from a proof mintage for that date of 493 pieces. A flawless relic medal made from bullion derived from melted Kellogg & Humbert gold bars recovered from the S.S. Central America shipwreck. Coined at the Presidio near San Francisco. Contains approximately 2.5 ounces of gold. Comes with outer box, copper-and-glass frame, certificate of authenticity, and commemorative screwdriver.

California Fractional Gold

4136

1853 50C Liberty Round 50 Cents, BG-417, High R.5, MS64 PCGS. Among the finest certified examples of this challenging Period One variety, struck contemporaneously with the California Gold Rush. The portrait is high relief and in fine style, but the lettering is crude, presumably entered by a different engraver. The obverse is immaculate and mattelike. The reverse is satiny and dished, as made. In an old green label holder. Population: 1 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).

4137

1853 $1 Liberty Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-522, High R.6, AU58 PCGS. This flashy Period One octagonal dollar is well struck, and is smooth save for a couple of thin marks on the field above the portrait. The fields have full luster, although the high relief portrait has a trace of friction on the nose, eyebrow, and bust tip. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 8 in 58, 3 finer (3/09).

4138

1867 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-709, R.4, MS67 NGC. A gleaming Superb Gem that offers outstanding quality. This very scarce issue is a popular octagonal quarter issue with a post-Civil War date. Census: 4 in 67, 0 finer (3/09).

4139

1870 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-760, High R.7, MS64 PCGS. An extremely rare variety, represented here by a near-Gem with gleaming yellow-gold surfaces. Overall quality is excellent. Out of six pieces certified by PCGS, Population: 2 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).

4140

1875/4 50C Liberty Octagonal 50 Cents, BG-931, Low R.7, MS65 PCGS. PCGS has been encapsulating coins since 1986, but the service has certified only eight examples of BG-931, of which the present piece is the single finest graded. NGC has certified just one example, as MS64 Prooflike. An original and unabraded Gem with chestnut and yellow-gold toning. The centers are softly brought up. Housed in an old green label holder.

4141

1880 50C Indian Octagonal 50 Cents, BG-954, Low R.4, MS65 ★ Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Prominently flashy fields contrast with radiant devices. A pleasing and well struck Gem that lacks any surface distractions. A wispy die crack traverses the central reverse, as usual for the variety.

4142

1871 $1 Liberty Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1104, High R.4, MS63 PCGS. The Frontier & Co. design, offered here as a Select piece with attractive yellow-gold luster. A highly desirable gold octagonal one dollar. Population: 10 in 63, 11 finer (3/09).

4143

1870 $1 Goofy Head Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1118, Low R.5, MS63 PCGS. The so-called "Goofy Head" portrait, crudely engraved by an unknown 19th century maker in imitation of the Type One Federal gold dollar. The nose and chin are oversized, making the portrait cartoonish. A well struck example with mirrored fields and peach toning. Encapsulated in an old green label holder. Population: 3 in 63, 1 finer (3/09).

4144

1872 $1 Indian Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1120, Low R.5, MS64 PCGS. Ex: Lee. Lovely lemon-gold toning enriches this prooflike and boldly struck octagonal dollar. Each side has a couple of minor retained laminations, but there are no post-strike abrasions. Encased in an old green label holder. Population: 12 in 64, 1 finer (3/09).

4145

1873/2 $1 Indian Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1122, High R.6, MS62 NGC. This interesting piece was struck by Christopher Ferdinand Mohrig in San Francisco, and features an obviously hand-engraved date. The highly reflective surfaces are decidedly prooflike and show splendid contrast against the frosted devices. A pleasing example of this rare issue. Census: 1 in 62, 0 finer (3/09).

4146

1870 $1 Liberty Round 1 Dollar, BG-1203, Low R.5, MS63 PCGS. A prooflike and sharply impressed butter-gold example. The eye appeal is exceptional for the grade. Breen-Gillio lists only eight varieties of Period Two round dollars, which focuses type demand on the few available varieties. In an old green label holder. Population: 7 in 63, 2 finer (3/09).

Session 6

Colonials

7001

1723 FARTH Hibernia Farthing, DEI GRATIA MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (18/0). NGC Census: (0/0). (#176)

7002

1739-B Sou Marque MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/0). NGC Census: (0/0). (#158690)

7003

1766 1/2P Pitt Halfpenny--Environmental Damage--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (6/83). (#236)

7004

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, Period MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (54/42). NGC Census: (0/0). (#240)

7005

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, Period MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (82/83). NGC Census: (0/0). (#241)

7006

1760 1/2P Hibernia-Voce Populi Halfpenny VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (15/180). (#262)

7007

1760 1/2P Hibernia-Voce Populi Halfpenny VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/129). NGC Census: (0/0). (#262)

7008

1787 1/2 C Massachusetts Half Cent XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (21/147). NGC Census: (0/0). (#296)

7009

1787 1C Massachusetts Cent, Horned Eagle VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/31). NGC Census: (0/0). (#305)

7010

1788 1C Massachusetts Cent, Period XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (52/123). NGC Census: (0/0). (#311)

7011

1787 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Laughing Head VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (1/7). PCGS Population (0/27). (#358)

7012

1787 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Draped Bust Left VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (67/201). NGC Census: (0/0). (#370)

7013

1787 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Draped Bust Left VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (67/201). NGC Census: (0/0). (#370)

7014

1787 COPPER Connecticut Copper, AUCIORI XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1/1). (#373)

7015

1788 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Mailed Bust Right VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/9). NGC Census: (0/0). (#397)

7016

1778 1/2P Machin's Mills Halfpenny VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (2/6). NGC Census: (0/0). (#466)

7017

1786 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Narrow Shield XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (8/20). (#496)

7018

1786 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Narrow Shield AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/13). NGC Census: (0/0). (#496)

7019

1787 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Outlined Shield XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (22/35). NGC Census: (0/0). (#503)

7020

1787 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Small Planchet, Plain Shield VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (20/144). (#506)

7021

1788 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Head Left--Environmental Damage--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1/16). (#527)

7022

1783 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Small US--Corroded--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (4/120). (#801)

7023

1783 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Small US--Corroded--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (18/69). (#801)

7024

1785 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Large Date XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (22/77). (#813)

7025

1785 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Large Date XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (22/77). NGC Census: (0/0). (#813)

Federal Contract Coinage

7026

1787 1C Fugio Cent, Club Rays, Rounded Ends--Obverse Planchet Flaw--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (6/79). (#904)

Colonials

7027

1789 TOKEN Mott Token, Thick Planchet, Plain Edge AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (4/25). PCGS Population (13/43). (#603)

7028

(1792-94) TOKEN Kentucky Token, Plain Edge AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (40/63). (#614)

7029

(1792-94) TOKEN Kentucky Token, LANCASTER Edge AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (23/68). (#623)

7030

(1792-94) TOKEN Kentucky Token, LANCASTER Edge MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (7/2). (#624)

7031

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (37/86). NGC Census: (0/0). (#667)

7032

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (14/53). (#667)

7033

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (15/53). NGC Census: (0/0). (#667)

7034

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (22/12). (#667)

7035

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (35/168). NGC Census: (0/0). (#689)

7036

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (37/81). NGC Census: (0/0). (#689)

7037

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (24/57). (#689)

7038

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (31/26). NGC Census: (0/0). (#689)

7039

Undated 1C Washington Double Head Cent AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (29/72). (#692)

7040

1791 1C Washington Large Eagle Cent--Bent--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (10/128). (#702)

7041

1793 1/2P Washington Ship Halfpenny, Copper, Lettered Edge AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (23/50). NGC Census: (0/0). (#734)

Half Cents

7042

1793 1/2 C --Corroded--ANACS. Fine 12 Details. C-2. NGC Census: (1/14). PCGS Population (27/249). Mintage: 35,334. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $7,150. (#1000)(Registry values: P8)

7043

1794 1/2 C --Corroded--NCS. VG Details. C-4A. NGC Census: (0/29). PCGS Population (9/271). Mintage: 81,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $785. (#1003)(Registry values: P7)

7044

1794 1/2 C Low Relief--Corroded, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. C-4A. NGC Census: (3/26). PCGS Population (18/238). Mintage: 81,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $1,225. (#1003)(Registry values: P7)

7045

1794 1/2 C --Corroded--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (3/26). PCGS Population (18/239). Mintage: 81,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $1,225. (#1003)(Registry values: P7)

7046

1795 1/2 C Plain Edge--Corroded--ICG. AG3 Details. NGC Census: (2/22). PCGS Population (3/178). Mintage: 139,690. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $244. (#1018)(Registry values: P6)

7047

1797 1/2 C 1 Above 1, Plain Edge G4 NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (0/4). PCGS Population (3/62). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $380. (#1042)(Registry values: P6)

7048

1797 1/2 C Plain Edge--Corroded--ANACS. VG8 Details. C-2. NGC Census: (0/6). PCGS Population (6/99). Mintage: 127,840. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $585. (#1036)(Registry values: P6)

7049

1804 1/2 C Plain 4, No Stems AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/221). NGC Census: (16/120). Mintage: 1,055,312. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $535. (#1063)(Registry values: P4)

7050

1804 1/2 C Crosslet 4, No Stems MS61 Brown ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/18). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,325. (#1072)(Registry values: P4)

7051

1805 1/2 C Small 5, No Stems VF30 NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (2/80). PCGS Population (5/80). Mintage: 814,464. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $210. (#1081)(Registry values: P5)

7052

1806 1/2 C Small 6, Stems VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/13). NGC Census: (1/59). Mintage: 356,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $2,287. (#1096)(Registry values: P4)

7053

1809 1/2 C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (43/78). PCGS Population (15/43). Mintage: 1,154,572. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#1123)(Registry values: P3)

7054

1825 1/2 C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/86). NGC Census: (7/129). Mintage: 63,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $325. (#1141)(Registry values: P3)

7055

1826 1/2 C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (30/122). PCGS Population (19/94). Mintage: 234,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $225. (#1144)(Registry values: P3)

7056

1826 1/2 C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (30/125). PCGS Population (19/94). Mintage: 234,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $225. (#1144)(Registry values: P3)

7057

1826 1/2 C MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (14/28). PCGS Population (28/27). Mintage: 234,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $725. (#1144)(Registry values: P3)

7058

1828 1/2 C 13 Stars MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (82/69). NGC Census: (105/102). Mintage: 606,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $400. (#1147)(Registry values: P1)

7059

1828 1/2 C 13 Stars MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (83/69). NGC Census: (105/101). Mintage: 606,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $400. (#1147)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

7060

1828 1/2 C 12 Stars AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/53). NGC Census: (23/84). Mintage: 606,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $425. (#1150)(Registry values: P1)

7061

1828 1/2 C 12 Stars AU58 NGC. C-2. NGC Census: (40/44). PCGS Population (21/32). Mintage: 606,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#1150)(Registry values: P1)

7062

1829 1/2 C MS62 Brown NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (32/78). PCGS Population (23/59). Mintage: 487,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $275. (#1153)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: P3)

7063

1833 1/2 C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (59/23). NGC Census: (77/39). Mintage: 120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $550. (#1162)(Registry values: P1)

7064

1835 1/2 C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (99/15). NGC Census: (73/27). Mintage: 398,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $975. (#1169)(Registry values: P1)

7065

1851 1/2 C MS62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (22/60). NGC Census: (14/43). Mintage: 147,672. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $325. (#1225)(Registry values: P2)

7066

1853 1/2 C MS63 Brown NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (139/304). PCGS Population (120/153). Mintage: 129,694. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $300. (#1227)(Registry values: P1)

7067

1854 1/2 C MS61 Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (11/218). Mintage: 55,358. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $195. (#1230)(Registry values: P1)

7068

1854 1/2 C MS63 Brown NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (98/73). Mintage: 55,358. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#1230)(Registry values: P1)

7069

1854 1/2 C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (54/9). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 55,358. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $775. (#1231)(Registry values: P1)

7070

1855 1/2 C MS64 Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (163/82). PCGS Population (99/33). Mintage: 56,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $480. (#1233)(Registry values: P1)

7071

1856 1/2 C MS62 Brown NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (35/67). Mintage: 40,430. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $275. (#1236)(Registry values: P2)

7072

1856 1/2 C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (45/14). PCGS Population (15/2). Mintage: 40,430. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#1236)(Registry values: P2)

7073

1857 1/2 C Brown--Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (4/138). Mintage: 35,180. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $250. (#1239)(Registry values: P2)

Large Cents

7074

1794 1C Head of 1794--Corroded, Scratched--NCS. VF Details. S-22. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (38/270). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $1,675. (#901374)(Registry values: P1)

7075

1794 1C Head of 1795 F15 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/111). PCGS Population (31/325). Mintage: 918,521. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $1,059. (#1365)(Registry values: N991)

7076

1794 1C Head of 1795--Corroded--ICG. VF20 Details. S-57. NGC Census: (8/103). PCGS Population (46/280). Mintage: 918,521. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $1,725. (#1365)(Registry values: N1793)

7077

1796 1C Liberty Cap AG3 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/76). PCGS Population (2/118). Mintage: 109,825. (#1392)(Registry values: N208)

7078

1796 1C Draped Bust, Reverse of 1794--Corroded--NCS. XF Details. S-107. NGC Census: (0/1). PCGS Population (0/3). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $4,550. (#1404)(Registry values: P1)

7079

1797 1C Reverse of 1797, Stems--Corroded--ANACS. VF30 Details. S-140. NGC Census: (5/63). PCGS Population (10/106). Mintage: 897,510. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $1,135. (#1422)(Registry values: N991)

7080

1798 1C Second Hair Style--Improperly Cleaned, Obverse Scratched--NCS. Fine Details. S-168. NGC Census: (2/62). PCGS Population (14/145). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $285. (#1434)(Registry values: P1)

7081

1798 1C Second Hair Style--Corroded, Scratched--NCS. VF Details. S-166. NGC Census: (3/57). PCGS Population (17/114). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $600. (#1434)(Registry values: P1)

7082

1800 1C VF 20 NGC. S-205. NGC Census: (0/38). PCGS Population (4/41). Mintage: 2,822,175. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $675. (#1449)(Registry values: N991)

7083

1800/1798 1C --Environmental Damage--NCS. Good Details. S-191. NGC Census: (0/7). PCGS Population (1/8). Mintage: 2,822,175. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $115. (#1452)(Registry values: P1)

7084

1801 1C --Corroded--ANACS. VF30 Details. S-224. NGC Census: (4/31). PCGS Population (5/32). Mintage: 1,362,837. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $840. (#1458)(Registry values: N491)

7085

1802 1C --Corroded--ANACS. VF30 Details. S-226. NGC Census: (7/74). PCGS Population (25/160). Mintage: 3,435,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $620. (#1470)(Registry values: N491)

7086

1802 1C --Corroded--ICG. AU55 Details. S-241. NGC Census: (7/20). PCGS Population (11/23). Mintage: 3,435,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $1,900. (#1470)(Registry values: N1793)

7087

1810 1C --Corroded, Struck Thru Fiber--ANACS. VG8 Details. S-283. NGC Census: (0/19). PCGS Population (2/97). Mintage: 1,458,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $85. (#1549)(Registry values: N208)

7088

1818 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (85/151). NGC Census: (15/33). Mintage: 3,167,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $275. (#1600)(Registry values: N991)

7089

1819 1C Large Date MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (22/11). NGC Census: (43/40). Mintage: 2,671,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $700. (#1603)(Registry values: N991)

7090

1819 1C Small Date AU58 NGC. N-10. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (27/133). PCGS Population (20/53). Mintage: 2,671,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $350. (#1603)(Registry values: P1)

7091

1819 1C Small Date MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (10/7). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $725. (#1606)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

7092

1819/8 1C Large Date--Corroded, Scratched--ANACS. AU55 Details. N-1. NGC Census: (1/16). PCGS Population (14/34). Mintage: 2,671,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $450. (#1612)(Registry values: P1)

7093

1824/2 1C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/26). NGC Census: (0/9). Mintage: 1,262,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $350. (#1639)(Registry values: P2)

7094

1826 1C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (12/36). PCGS Population (15/31). Mintage: 1,517,425. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $500. (#1645)(Registry values: N991)

7095

1830 1C Large Letters AU53 NGC. N-4. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (5/68). PCGS Population (4/52). Mintage: 1,711,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $275. (#1672)(Registry values: N491)

7096

1831 1C Medium Letters MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (2/4). NGC Census: (0/0). (#1681)(Registry values: P1)

7097

1833 1C AU58 NGC. N-2. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (29/87). PCGS Population (14/43). Mintage: 2,739,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $300. (#1696)(Registry values: N491)

7098

1834 1C Small 8, Large Stars, Medium Letters AU58 NGC. N-1. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (4/14). (#1708)(Registry values: P1)

7099

1836 1C MS63 Brown NGC. N-3. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (6/15). PCGS Population (15/14). Mintage: 2,111,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $625. (#1726)(Registry values: N991)

7100

1845 1C MS61 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (8/54). PCGS Population (3/48). Mintage: 3,894,804. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $325. (#1862)(Registry values: N491)

7101

1847 1C MS63 Brown NGC. N-21. NGC Census: (35/83). PCGS Population (36/36). Mintage: 6,183,669. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $350. (#1877)(Registry values: N491)

7102

1847 1C MS63 Brown NGC. N-7. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (35/83). PCGS Population (36/36). Mintage: 6,183,669. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $350. (#1877)(Registry values: N491)

7103

1848 1C MS63 Brown NGC. N-15. NGC Census: (32/91). PCGS Population (22/52). Mintage: 6,415,799. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#1883)
From The Findley Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7104

1850 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (27/38). PCGS Population (87/44). Mintage: 4,426,844. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $320. (#1889)(Registry values: N991)

7105

1850 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (27/38). PCGS Population (87/44). Mintage: 4,426,844. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $320. (#1889)(Registry values: N991)

7106

1850 1C MS63 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (2/28). PCGS Population (46/213). Mintage: 4,426,844. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $300. (#1890)(Registry values: N491)

7107

1851 1C Large Cent--Counter Marked "WWL"--AU50 NGC. L-26. NGC Census: (3/263). PCGS Population (26/430). Mintage: 9,889,707. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $90. (#1892)(Registry values: N491)

7108

1851 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (3/14). PCGS Population (80/54). Mintage: 9,889,707. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $635. (#1893)(Registry values: N991)

7109

1852 1C MS65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (38/21). PCGS Population (69/17). Mintage: 5,063,094. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $655. (#1898)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7110

1852 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (104/71). NGC Census: (6/21). Mintage: 5,063,094. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#1899)(Registry values: N991)

7111

1853 1C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (52/456). NGC Census: (28/204). Mintage: 6,641,131. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $140. (#1901)(Registry values: N491)

7112

1853 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (196/87). NGC Census: (154/148). Mintage: 6,641,131. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $550. (#1902)(Registry values: N991)

7113

1854 1C MS61 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (9/163). PCGS Population (4/222). Mintage: 4,236,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $165. (#1904)(Registry values: N491)

7114

1854 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (72/116). NGC Census: (26/115). Mintage: 4,236,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $260. (#1904)(Registry values: N491)

7115

1855 1C Upright 5s MS65 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (36/7). NGC Census: (20/8). Mintage: 1,574,829. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $600. (#1907)(Registry values: N991)

7116

1855 1C Upright 5s MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (83/125). PCGS Population (157/65). Mintage: 1,574,829. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $525. (#1908)(Registry values: N991)

7117

1855 1C Upright 5s MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (63/2). NGC Census: (98/27). Mintage: 1,574,829. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $850. (#1908)(Registry values: N1793)

7118

1856 1C Upright 5 MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (21/85). PCGS Population (106/107). Mintage: 2,690,463. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $210. (#1919)(Registry values: N491)

7119

1856 1C Upright 5 MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (132/33). NGC Census: (19/22). Mintage: 2,690,463. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $550. (#1920)(Registry values: N991)

7120

1856 1C Slanted 5 MS65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (8/1). NGC Census: (0/0). (#1922)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Flying Eagle Cents

7121

1857 1C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (9/72). PCGS Population (162/2198). Mintage: 17,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $225. (#2016)(Registry values: N491)

7122

1857 1C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (15/54). PCGS Population (345/1757). Mintage: 17,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $430. (#2016)(Registry values: N991)

7123

1857 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (21/16). PCGS Population (877/196). Mintage: 17,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,100. (#2016)(Registry values: N1793)

7124

1858 1C Small Letters MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (135/276). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $720. (#2020)(Registry values: N991)

Indian Cents

7125

1860 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (35/10). PCGS Population (380/192). Mintage: 20,566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#2058)(Registry values: N991)

7126

1861 1C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (77/763). NGC Census: (67/550). Mintage: 10,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $180. (#2061)(Registry values: N491)

7127

1861 1C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (105/444). PCGS Population (193/569). Mintage: 10,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $240. (#2061)(Registry values: N491)

7128

1862 1C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (196/65). NGC Census: (163/39). Mintage: 28,075,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#2064)(Registry values: N1793)

7129

1862 1C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (163/39). PCGS Population (192/65). Mintage: 28,075,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#2064)(Registry values: N1793)

7130

1864 1C Bronze No L MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (101/520). NGC Census: (47/446). Mintage: 39,233,712. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $145. (#2077)(Registry values: N1)

7131

1864 1C L On Ribbon--Environmental Damage--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/17). PCGS Population (57/427). Mintage: 39,233,712. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $220. (#2079)(Registry values: N491)

7132

1864 1C L On Ribbon--Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (5/7). PCGS Population (52/149). Mintage: 39,233,712. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $285. (#2079)(Registry values: N491)

7133

1865 1C Fancy 5 MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (24/6). NGC Census: (2/2). Mintage: 35,429,288. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $160. (#2082)(Registry values: N491)

7134

1866 1C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (40/240). NGC Census: (19/280). Mintage: 9,826,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $155. (#2085)(Registry values: N491)

7135

1866 1C AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (37/204). PCGS Population (42/111). Mintage: 9,826,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $215. (#2085)(Registry values: N491)

7136

1866 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (1/4). PCGS Population (187/62). Mintage: 9,826,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $670. (#2086)(Registry values: N991)

7137

1867 1C MS63 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (47/253). PCGS Population (98/260). Mintage: 9,821,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $375. (#2089)(Registry values: N991)

7138

1867 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (98/260). NGC Census: (47/253). Mintage: 9,821,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $375. (#2089)(Registry values: N991)

7139

1867 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population (215/45). NGC Census: (128/125). Mintage: 9,821,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $650. (#2089)(Registry values: N991)

7140

1867 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. NGC Census: (110/15). PCGS Population (44/1). Mintage: 9,821,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,025. (#2089)(Registry values: N1793)

7141

1868 1C MS63 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (0/3). PCGS Population (84/269). Mintage: 10,266,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $340. (#2092)(Registry values: N991)

7142

1868 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (4/0). Mintage: 10,266,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,300. (#2092)(Registry values: N1793)

7143

1869 1C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (39/312). NGC Census: (6/85). Mintage: 6,420,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $325. (#2094)(Registry values: N991)

7144

1869 1C Repunched Date--Cleaned, Scratched--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (11/35). PCGS Population (43/128). Mintage: 6,420,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $440. (#2094)(Registry values: N991)

7145

1870 1C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (31/89). NGC Census: (20/159). Mintage: 5,275,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#2097)(Registry values: N991)

7146

1872 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population (30/39). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 4,042,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $775. (#2103)(Registry values: N991)

7147

1872 1C --Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/343). Mintage: 4,042,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $630. (#2104)(Registry values: N991)

7148

1873 1C Closed 3 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (8/123). PCGS Population (17/64). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $168. (#2109)(Registry values: N491)

7149

1873 1C Closed 3 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (15/83). PCGS Population (13/24). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $275. (#2109)(Registry values: N491)

7150

1874 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (22/0). PCGS Population (2/0). Mintage: 14,187,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#2119)(Registry values: N1793)

7151

1875 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (22/27). NGC Census: (36/76). Mintage: 13,528,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $225. (#2121)(Registry values: N491)

7152

1875 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (55/21). PCGS Population (23/4). Mintage: 13,528,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#2121)(Registry values: N991)

7153

1875 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (102/286). NGC Census: (38/284). Mintage: 13,528,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2122)(Registry values: N991)

7154

1876 1C AU53 ICG. NGC Census: (6/175). PCGS Population (7/96). Mintage: 7,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $210. (#2124)(Registry values: N491)

7155

1877 1C AG3 PCGS. PCGS Population (156/2230). NGC Census: (148/1238). Mintage: 852,500. (#2127)(Registry values: N1)

7156

1877 1C --Rim Damaged--NCS. Good Details. NGC Census: (121/1114). PCGS Population (260/1947). Mintage: 852,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $750. (#2127)(Registry values: N1)

7157

1877 1C G4 PCGS. PCGS Population (264/1968). NGC Census: (121/1119). Mintage: 852,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $750. (#2127)(Registry values: N1)

7158

1877 1C VG8 NGC. NGC Census: (99/901). PCGS Population (178/1514). Mintage: 852,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $875. (#2127)(Registry values: N991)

7159

1878 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population (181/71). NGC Census: (140/100). Mintage: 5,799,850. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $575. (#2131)(Registry values: N991)

7160

1878 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (68/3). NGC Census: (88/12). Mintage: 5,799,850. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $780. (#2131)(Registry values: N1793)

7161

1882 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (140/116). PCGS Population (187/61). Mintage: 38,581,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2143)(Registry values: N491)

7162

1882 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (93/92). NGC Census: (33/33). Mintage: 38,581,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $300. (#2144)(Registry values: N991)

7163

1884 1C MS65 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (109/27). PCGS Population (60/3). Mintage: 23,261,742. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#2149)(Registry values: N991)

7167

1887 1C MS65 Red NGC. Census: 22 in 65, 4 finer (2/09).
Ex: Joseph P. Gorrell Collection (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 4447.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7168

1892 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (99/65). NGC Census: (51/40). Mintage: 37,649,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $420. (#2183)(Registry values: N991)

7169

1892 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (53/12). NGC Census: (36/4). Mintage: 37,649,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $975. (#2183)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7170

1893 1C MS64 Red ICG. NGC Census: (68/98). PCGS Population (101/99). Mintage: 46,642,196. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $330. (#2186)(Registry values: N991)

7171

1893 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (101/99). NGC Census: (68/98). Mintage: 46,642,196. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $330. (#2186)(Registry values: N991)

7172

1897 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (124/66). NGC Census: (61/37). Mintage: 50,466,328. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#2198)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7173

1898 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (107/53). NGC Census: (60/32). Mintage: 49,823,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#2201)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7174

1899 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (238/87). NGC Census: (153/63). Mintage: 53,600,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $500. (#2204)(Registry values: N991)

7175

1900 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (92/43). PCGS Population (159/63). Mintage: 66,833,764. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#2207)(Registry values: N991)

7176

1900 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (92/43). PCGS Population (159/63). Mintage: 66,833,764. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#2207)(Registry values: N991)

7177

1901 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (162/24). PCGS Population (81/4). Mintage: 79,611,144. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $150. (#2209)(Registry values: N491)

7178

1901 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (81/4). NGC Census: (162/24). Mintage: 79,611,144. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $150. (#2209)(Registry values: N491)

7179

1901 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (81/4). NGC Census: (162/24). Mintage: 79,611,144. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $150. (#2209)(Registry values: N491)

7180

1905 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (298/176). NGC Census: (152/244). Mintage: 80,719,160. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2222)(Registry values: N491)

7181

1906 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (15/1). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 96,022,256. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#2224)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7182

1906 1C MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (167/15). NGC Census: (128/34). Mintage: 96,022,256. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#2225)(Registry values: N991)

7183

1907 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (387/223). NGC Census: (184/106). Mintage: 108,138,616. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2228)(Registry values: N491)

7184

1907 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (387/223). NGC Census: (184/106). Mintage: 108,138,616. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2228)(Registry values: N491)

7185

1907 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (188/35). NGC Census: (92/14). Mintage: 108,138,616. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#2228)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7186

1908 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (229/40). NGC Census: (139/34). Mintage: 32,327,988. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#2231)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7187

1908 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (139/34). PCGS Population (229/40). Mintage: 32,327,988. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#2231)(Registry values: N991)

7188

1909-S 1C --Cleaned--ANACS. VG10 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (123/1681). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $494. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7189

1909-S 1C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (168/1079). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $591. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7190

1909-S 1C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (184/880). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $603. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7191

1909-S 1C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (184/880). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $603. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7192

1909-S 1C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (190/889). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $603. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7193

1909-S 1C VG8 ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/666). Mintage: 309,000. (#2239)(Registry values: N1)

Proof Indian Cents

7194

1863 1C PR63 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1/27). PCGS Population (0/26). (#82262)(Registry values: N1793)

7195

1872 1C --Cleaned--ICG. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/112). PCGS Population (0/220). Mintage: 950. (#2303)(Registry values: N991)

7196

1873 1C Closed 3 PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (127/34). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $460. (#2307)(Registry values: N991)

7197

1874 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (82/38). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $440. (#2306)(Registry values: N991)

7198

1874 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (30/8). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $750. (#2310)(Registry values: N1793)

7199

1876 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (38/132). NGC Census: (17/112). Mintage: 1,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $325. (#2316)(Registry values: N991)

7200

1878 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (79/61). PCGS Population (140/47). Mintage: 2,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $380. (#2322)(Registry values: N991)

7201

1878 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (62/45). NGC Census: (19/27). Mintage: 2,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $440. (#2323)(Registry values: N991)

7202

1879 1C PR62 Brown ICG. NGC Census: (4/73). PCGS Population (2/38). Mintage: 3,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $125. (#2324)(Registry values: N491)

7203

1880 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (203/78). NGC Census: (86/95). Mintage: 3,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $300. (#2328)(Registry values: N991)

7204

1883 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (114/37). PCGS Population (102/29). Mintage: 6,609. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $400. (#2337)(Registry values: N991)

7205

1884 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (101/55). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 3,942. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $500. (#2340)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7206

1884 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population (102/55). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 3,942. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $500. (#2340)(Registry values: N991)

7207

1888 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (27/7). NGC Census: (37/12). Mintage: 4,582. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $260. (#2351)(Registry values: N991)

7208

1888 1C PR66 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (8/4). PCGS Population (6/1). Mintage: 4,582. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $550. (#2351)(Registry values: N991)

7209

1888 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (90/44). NGC Census: (34/40). Mintage: 4,582. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $280. (#2352)(Registry values: N991)

7210

1889 1C PR65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (40/18). PCGS Population (29/3). Mintage: 3,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $300. (#2354)(Registry values: N991)

7211

1890 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. NGC Census: (69/38). PCGS Population (107/23). Mintage: 2,740. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $260. (#2358)(Registry values: N991)

7212

1891 1C PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (7/60). NGC Census: (5/30). Mintage: 2,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $340. (#2362)(Registry values: N991)

7213

1892 1C PR63 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (10/148). PCGS Population (53/192). Mintage: 2,745. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $180. (#2364)(Registry values: N491)

7214

1893 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. NGC Census: (35/8). PCGS Population (22/1). Mintage: 2,195. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $500. (#2367)(Registry values: N991)

7215

1895 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (37/145). NGC Census: (11/120). Mintage: 2,062. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $200. (#2373)(Registry values: N491)

7216

1895 1C PR65 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (4/1). (#82374)(Registry values: P1)

7217

1896 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population (12/2). NGC Census: (17/4). Mintage: 1,862. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $280. (#2375)(Registry values: N991)

7218

1896 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. NGC Census: (37/9). PCGS Population (29/4). Mintage: 1,862. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $380. (#2376)(Registry values: N991)

7219

1901 1C Indian Cent--Obverse Struck Thru--PR64 Red PCGS.(Registry values: N991)

7220

1903 1C PR64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (14/7). PCGS Population (5/3). Mintage: 1,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $160. (#2396)(Registry values: N491)

7221

1903 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (53/82). NGC Census: (27/40). Mintage: 1,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $360. (#2398)(Registry values: N991)

7222

1907 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. PCGS Population (1/4). NGC Census: (9/7). Mintage: 1,475. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $240. (#2408)(Registry values: N991)

7223

1907 1C PR64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (16/33). Mintage: 1,475. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $360. (#2410)(Registry values: N991)

7224

1909 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (15/0). NGC Census: (21/4). Mintage: 2,175. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $875. (#2415)(Registry values: N1793)

Lincoln Cents

7225

1909 VDB 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (3554/5593). NGC Census: (4/8). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $94. (#2425)(Registry values: N69)

7226

1909 VDB 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (8/0). PCGS Population (3733/1860). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7227

1909 VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (3762/1863). NGC Census: (8/0). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7228

1909 VDB 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (3762/1863). NGC Census: (8/0). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7229

1909 VDB 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1675/185). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7230

1909 VDB 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1675/185). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7231

1909 VDB 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (184/1). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,150. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7232

1909-S VDB 1C --Scratched, Cleaned--ICG. VF25 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (346/3894). Mintage: 484,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $1,004. (#2426)(Registry values: N1)

7233

1909-S VDB 1C VF35 ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (437/3036). Mintage: 484,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $1,067. (#2426)(Registry values: N1)

7234

1909-S VDB 1C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (481/2568). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 484,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,120. (#2426)(Registry values: N991)

7235

1909 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (438/54). NGC Census: (160/5). Mintage: 72,702,616. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#2431)(Registry values: N491)

7236

1909-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (379/179). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $430. (#2433)(Registry values: N491)

7237

1909-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (175/4). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#2433)(Registry values: N991)

7238

1909-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (429/528). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#2434)(Registry values: N991)

7239

1909-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (431/528). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#2434)(Registry values: N991)

7240

1909-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (408/120). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,135. (#2434)(Registry values: N991)

7241

1910 1C MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (83/14). PCGS Population (135/18). Mintage: 146,801,216. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $700. (#2437)(Registry values: N491)

7242

1910-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (346/149). NGC Census: (147/120). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $230. (#2439)(Registry values: N491)

7243

1910-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown ANACS. PCGS Population (147/2). NGC Census: (106/14). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#2439)(Registry values: N491)

7244

1910-S 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (14/0). PCGS Population (2/0). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#2439)(Registry values: N991)

7245

1910-S 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (14/0). PCGS Population (2/0). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#2439)(Registry values: N991)

7246

1910-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (337/352). NGC Census: (1/0). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $310. (#2440)(Registry values: N491)

7247

1910-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (337/352). NGC Census: (1/0). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $310. (#2440)(Registry values: N491)

7248

1910-S 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (288/64). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#2440)(Registry values: N991)

7249

1910-S 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (288/64). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#2440)(Registry values: N991)

7250

1910-S 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (289/64). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#2440)(Registry values: N991)

7251

1910-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (289/64). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#2440)(Registry values: N991)

7252

1911-D 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (28/381). NGC Census: (18/114). Mintage: 12,672,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2446)(Registry values: N491)

7253

1911-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (237/144). NGC Census: (84/30). Mintage: 12,672,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#2446)(Registry values: N991)

7254

1911-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (237/144). NGC Census: (84/30). Mintage: 12,672,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#2446)(Registry values: N991)

7255

1911-S 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (56/4). NGC Census: (49/14). Mintage: 4,026,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $235. (#2447)(Registry values: N991)

7256

1912 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (206/312). NGC Census: (85/85). Mintage: 68,153,056. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $150. (#2452)(Registry values: N491)

7257

1912 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (225/87). NGC Census: (72/13). Mintage: 68,153,056. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#2452)(Registry values: N991)

7258

1912-D 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (46/118). NGC Census: (41/95). Mintage: 10,411,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#2454)(Registry values: N491)

7259

1912-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (204/111). NGC Census: (56/49). Mintage: 10,411,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $710. (#2455)(Registry values: N991)

7260

1912-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (86/183). NGC Census: (44/128). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $225. (#2457)(Registry values: N491)

7261

1912-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (34/4). PCGS Population (24/2). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $950. (#2457)(Registry values: N1793)

7262

1913 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (183/206). NGC Census: (93/90). Mintage: 76,532,352. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $140. (#2461)(Registry values: N491)

7263

1913-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (104/13). NGC Census: (76/23). Mintage: 15,804,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#2463)(Registry values: N491)

7264

1913-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (148/23). NGC Census: (71/42). Mintage: 6,101,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#2466)(Registry values: N991)

7265

1913-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (148/23). NGC Census: (71/42). Mintage: 6,101,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#2466)(Registry values: N991)

7266

1914 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (65/64). PCGS Population (169/49). Mintage: 75,238,432. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $100. (#2469)(Registry values: N208)

7267

1914 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (169/48). NGC Census: (66/64). Mintage: 75,238,432. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $100. (#2469)(Registry values: N208)

7268

1914-D 1C VG10 ICG. NGC Census: (135/1464). PCGS Population (257/2368). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $279. (#2471)(Registry values: N1)

7269

1914-D 1C VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (131/1013). PCGS Population (286/1574). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $435. (#2471)(Registry values: N1)

7270

1914-D 1C XF40 ANACS. NGC Census: (107/512). PCGS Population (241/616). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $775. (#2471)(Registry values: N991)

7271

1915 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (181/204). NGC Census: (34/41). Mintage: 29,092,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $155. (#2479)(Registry values: N491)

7272

1915-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (218/32). NGC Census: (112/61). Mintage: 22,050,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $185. (#2481)(Registry values: N491)

7273

1915-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (169/152). NGC Census: (39/47). Mintage: 22,050,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $375. (#2482)(Registry values: N491)

7274

1916-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (138/34). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $150. (#2490)(Registry values: N491)

7275

1916-D 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (19/169). NGC Census: (10/51). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $165. (#2491)(Registry values: N491)

7276

1916-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (142/29). NGC Census: (96/52). Mintage: 22,510,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $330. (#2493)(Registry values: N991)

7277

1917 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (216/141). NGC Census: (59/25). Mintage: 196,429,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $365. (#2497)(Registry values: N491)

7278

1917 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (59/25). PCGS Population (216/143). Mintage: 196,429,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $365. (#2497)(Registry values: N491)

7279

1917-D 1C MS63 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (30/161). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 55,120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $140. (#2500)(Registry values: N491)

7280

1917-D 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (30/161). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 55,120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $140. (#2500)(Registry values: N491)

7281

1917-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (86/200). NGC Census: (43/105). Mintage: 32,620,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#2502)(Registry values: N491)

7282

1917-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (166/34). NGC Census: (85/20). Mintage: 32,620,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $450. (#2502)(Registry values: N991)

7283

1918 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (220/270). NGC Census: (63/62). Mintage: 288,104,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $90. (#2506)(Registry values: N208)

7284

1918-D 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (60/123). NGC Census: (24/94). Mintage: 47,830,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $200. (#2508)(Registry values: N208)

7285

1918-S 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (41/7). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 34,680,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $275. (#2510)(Registry values: N991)

7286

1919 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (346/283). NGC Census: (129/79). Mintage: 392,020,992. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#2515)(Registry values: N491)

7287

1919-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (144/27). NGC Census: (86/35). Mintage: 57,154,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $150. (#2517)(Registry values: N491)

7288

1919-D 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (63/228). NGC Census: (16/76). Mintage: 57,154,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $240. (#2518)(Registry values: N491)

7289

1920 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (389/122). NGC Census: (84/58). Mintage: 310,164,992. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $170. (#2524)(Registry values: N491)

7290

1920-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (129/20). NGC Census: (65/19). Mintage: 46,220,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#2529)(Registry values: N1793)

7291

1921 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (273/251). NGC Census: (82/110). Mintage: 39,157,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#2533)(Registry values: N208)

7292

1921 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (273/251). NGC Census: (82/110). Mintage: 39,157,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#2533)(Registry values: N208)

7293

1921-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (95/33). PCGS Population (205/39). Mintage: 15,274,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#2535)(Registry values: N1793)

7294

1921-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (205/39). NGC Census: (95/33). Mintage: 15,274,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#2535)(Registry values: N1793)

7295

1922-D 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (26/2). NGC Census: (34/1). Mintage: 15,274,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#2538)(Registry values: N991)

7296

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse F12 PCGS. PCGS Population (188/2714). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $985. (#3285)(Registry values: P2)

7297

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse F15 PCGS. PCGS Population (354/2360). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $1,087. (#3285)(Registry values: P2)

7298

1922 No D 1C Weak Reverse VG8 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (78/3022). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $650. (#3285)(Registry values: N1)

7299

1923 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (76/43). PCGS Population (200/100). Mintage: 74,723,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#2545)(Registry values: N491)

7300

1923 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (201/101). NGC Census: (76/43). Mintage: 74,723,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#2545)(Registry values: N491)

7301

1923-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (22/75). NGC Census: (3/15). Mintage: 8,700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $750. (#2548)(Registry values: N991)

7302

1924-D 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (77/179). NGC Census: (44/171). Mintage: 2,520,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $400. (#2553)(Registry values: N491)

7303

1924-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (152/21). NGC Census: (62/13). Mintage: 11,696,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $585. (#2556)(Registry values: N1793)

7304

1925 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (421/337). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 139,948,992. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $110. (#2560)(Registry values: N208)

7305

1925-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (133/19). NGC Census: (94/31). Mintage: 22,580,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2562)(Registry values: N491)

7306

1925-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (83/122). NGC Census: (45/62). Mintage: 26,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $175. (#2565)(Registry values: N491)

7307

1926 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (390/57). NGC Census: (204/25). Mintage: 157,088,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#2569)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7308

1926 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (390/57). NGC Census: (204/25). Mintage: 157,088,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#2569)(Registry values: N491)

7309

1926 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (390/57). NGC Census: (204/25). Mintage: 157,088,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#2569)(Registry values: N491)

7310

1926-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (137/19). NGC Census: (81/25). Mintage: 28,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $275. (#2571)(Registry values: N991)

7311

1926-S 1C MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (49/55). PCGS Population (53/34). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2573)(Registry values: N208)

7312

1926-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (99/150). NGC Census: (56/128). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $765. (#2574)(Registry values: N491)

7313

1927 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (186/26). NGC Census: (139/17). Mintage: 144,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $510. (#2578)(Registry values: N491)

7314

1927-D 1C Brown--Altered Color--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (0/99). PCGS Population (0/83). Mintage: 27,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $46. (#2579)(Registry values: N69)

7315

1927-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (200/56). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 27,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#2580)(Registry values: N491)

7316

1927-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (178/52). NGC Census: (52/10). Mintage: 27,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#2581)(Registry values: N991)

7317

1927-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (178/52). NGC Census: (52/10). Mintage: 27,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#2581)(Registry values: N991)

7318

1927-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (125/134). NGC Census: (62/62). Mintage: 14,276,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#2583)(Registry values: N208)

7319

1927-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (88/128). NGC Census: (19/22). Mintage: 14,276,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $225. (#2584)(Registry values: N491)

7320

1929-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (199/21). NGC Census: (143/23). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $410. (#2602)(Registry values: N491)

7321

1929-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (199/21). NGC Census: (143/23). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $410. (#2602)(Registry values: N491)

7322

1930 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (249/0). PCGS Population (74/1). Mintage: 157,415,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $565. (#2605)(Registry values: N491)

7323

1930 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (249/0). PCGS Population (74/1). Mintage: 157,415,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $565. (#2605)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7324

1930 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. Ex: Ron Bozarth Collection. PCGS Population (74/1). NGC Census: (249/0). Mintage: 157,415,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $565. (#2605)(Registry values: N491)

7325

1930 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (249/0). PCGS Population (74/1). Mintage: 157,415,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $565. (#2605)(Registry values: N491)

7326

1930-D 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (431/111). NGC Census: (188/129). Mintage: 40,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $115. (#2608)(Registry values: N491)

7327

1930-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (103/7). NGC Census: (122/7). Mintage: 40,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $550. (#2608)(Registry values: N491)

7328

1930-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (103/7). NGC Census: (122/7). Mintage: 40,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $550. (#2608)(Registry values: N491)

7329

1930-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (156/4). NGC Census: (326/25). Mintage: 24,286,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#2611)(Registry values: N491)

7330

1930-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (156/4). NGC Census: (326/25). Mintage: 24,286,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#2611)(Registry values: N491)

7331

1931-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (188/159). NGC Census: (49/52). Mintage: 4,480,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2617)(Registry values: N491)

7332

1931-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (188/159). NGC Census: (49/52). Mintage: 4,480,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2617)(Registry values: N491)

7333

1931-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (506/245). PCGS Population (533/91). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#2619)(Registry values: N491)

7334

1931-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (235/10). PCGS Population (90/1). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $310. (#2619)(Registry values: N991)

7335

1931-S 1C MS64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1097/814). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7336

1931-S 1C MS64 Red ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1101/814). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7337

1931-S 1C MS64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1101/814). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7338

1931-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1097/814). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7339

1931-S 1C MS64 Red ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1097/814). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7340

1931-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1101/814). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7341

1932 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (415/24). NGC Census: (162/13). Mintage: 9,062,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#2623)(Registry values: N491)

7342

1932 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (415/24). NGC Census: (162/13). Mintage: 9,062,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#2623)(Registry values: N491)

7343

1933 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (250/32). NGC Census: (168/23). Mintage: 14,360,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#2629)(Registry values: N491)

7344

1933 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (250/32). NGC Census: (168/23). Mintage: 14,360,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#2629)(Registry values: N491)

7345

1933-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (298/19). NGC Census: (291/39). Mintage: 6,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#2632)(Registry values: N491)

7346

1933-D 1C MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (291/39). PCGS Population (294/19). Mintage: 6,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#2632)(Registry values: N491)

7347

1934 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (250/7). NGC Census: (375/3). Mintage: 219,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2635)(Registry values: N208)

7348

1934 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (252/7). NGC Census: (375/3). Mintage: 219,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2635)(Registry values: N208)

7349

1934 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (252/7). NGC Census: (375/3). Mintage: 219,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2635)(Registry values: N208)

7350

1934 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (252/7). NGC Census: (375/3). Mintage: 219,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2635)(Registry values: N208)

7351

1934-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (362/22). NGC Census: (228/23). Mintage: 28,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $175. (#2638)(Registry values: N69)

7352

1934-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (362/22). NGC Census: (228/23). Mintage: 28,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $175. (#2638)(Registry values: N69)

7353

1934-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (362/22). NGC Census: (228/23). Mintage: 28,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $175. (#2638)(Registry values: N69)

7354

1934-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (362/22). NGC Census: (228/23). Mintage: 28,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $175. (#2638)(Registry values: N69)

7355

1935 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1715/397). NGC Census: (738/414). Mintage: 245,388,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $36. (#2641)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N14)

7356

1935-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (825/67). NGC Census: (695/178). Mintage: 47,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $44. (#2644)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7357

1935-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (68/1). NGC Census: (178/0). Mintage: 47,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2644)(Registry values: N491)

7358

1935-D 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (178/0). PCGS Population (68/1). Mintage: 47,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2644)(Registry values: N491)

7359

1935-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (223/7). NGC Census: (251/43). Mintage: 38,702,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $170. (#2647)(Registry values: N208)

7360

1935-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (223/7). NGC Census: (251/43). Mintage: 38,702,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $170. (#2647)(Registry values: N208)

7361

1936 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (192/0). NGC Census: (1/0). Mintage: 309,637,568. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#2650)(Registry values: N208)

7362

1936 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (192/0). NGC Census: (1/0). Mintage: 309,637,568. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#2650)(Registry values: N208)

7363

1936-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (883/81). NGC Census: (808/372). Mintage: 40,620,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $40. (#2653)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7364

1936-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (82/0). NGC Census: (370/2). Mintage: 40,620,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $240. (#2653)(Registry values: N208)

7365

1937 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (381/1). NGC Census: (896/0). Mintage: 309,179,328. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#2659)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7366

1937-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1736/308). NGC Census: (954/986). Mintage: 50,430,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $29. (#2662)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7367

1937-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (121/0). NGC Census: (338/0). Mintage: 34,500,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2665)(Registry values: N208)

7368

1938 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (249/0). NGC Census: (417/0). Mintage: 156,696,736. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $135. (#2668)(Registry values: N208)

7369

1938-D 1C MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (726/740). PCGS Population (1137/352). Mintage: 20,010,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $35. (#2671)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7370

1938-S/S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. RPM-FS-501. (FS-16.51). PCGS Population (491/2115). NGC Census: (183/1858). Mintage: 15,180,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $20. (#2674)(Registry values: N1)

7371

1938-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (221/0). NGC Census: (743/0). Mintage: 15,180,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#2674)(Registry values: N208)

7372

1938-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (221/0). NGC Census: (743/0). Mintage: 15,180,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#2674)(Registry values: N208)

7373

1939 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (362/3). NGC Census: (702/0). Mintage: 316,479,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $88. (#2677)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7374

1940-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (165/1). NGC Census: (650/0). Mintage: 112,940,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $135. (#2692)(Registry values: N208)

7375

1940-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (165/1). NGC Census: (650/0). Mintage: 112,940,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $135. (#2692)(Registry values: N208)

7376

1941 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (166/1). NGC Census: (696/0). Mintage: 887,039,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#2695)(Registry values: N69)

7377

1941 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (166/1). NGC Census: (696/0). Mintage: 887,039,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#2695)(Registry values: N69)

7378

1942 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (112/0). NGC Census: (335/0). Mintage: 657,828,608. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2704)(Registry values: N69)

7379

1942 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (112/0). NGC Census: (335/0). Mintage: 657,828,608. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2704)(Registry values: N69)

7380

1942-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (247/2). NGC Census: (749/0). Mintage: 206,698,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2707)(Registry values: N69)

7381

1942-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (247/2). NGC Census: (749/0). Mintage: 206,698,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2707)(Registry values: N69)

7382

1943-D 1C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (2185/121). NGC Census: (2819/50). Mintage: 217,660,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $79. (#2714)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N208)

7384

1945 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (47/0). NGC Census: (191/1). Mintage: 1,040,515,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2734)(Registry values: N208)

7385

1945-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (660/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 181,770,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $75. (#2740)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N69)

7386

1946 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (385/7). NGC Census: (494/27). Mintage: 991,654,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $67. (#2743)(Registry values: N69)

7387

1946 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (385/7). NGC Census: (494/27). Mintage: 991,654,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $67. (#2743)(Registry values: N69)

7388

1946 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (27/0). PCGS Population (7/0). Mintage: 991,654,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#2743)(Registry values: N991)

7389

1946-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (123/0). NGC Census: (435/0). Mintage: 315,689,984. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2746)(Registry values: N208)

7390

1946-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (123/0). NGC Census: (435/0). Mintage: 315,689,984. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#2746)(Registry values: N208)

7391

1946-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (67/0). NGC Census: (433/0). Mintage: 198,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $170. (#2749)(Registry values: N491)

7392

1947 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (417/10). NGC Census: (441/15). Mintage: 190,555,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $55. (#2752)(Registry values: N69)

7393

1947 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (417/10). NGC Census: (441/15). Mintage: 190,555,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $55. (#2752)(Registry values: N69)

7394

1947-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (60/0). NGC Census: (155/0). Mintage: 194,750,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $160. (#2755)(Registry values: N208)

7395

1947-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (128/0). NGC Census: (375/0). Mintage: 99,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $120. (#2758)(Registry values: N208)

7396

1947-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (128/0). NGC Census: (375/0). Mintage: 99,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $120. (#2758)(Registry values: N208)

7397

1947-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (128/0). NGC Census: (375/0). Mintage: 99,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $120. (#2758)(Registry values: N208)

7398

1948 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (326/6). NGC Census: (369/53). Mintage: 317,569,984. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $53. (#2761)(Registry values: N14)

7399

1948 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (326/6). NGC Census: (369/53). Mintage: 317,569,984. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $53. (#2761)(Registry values: N14)

7400

1948-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (40/0). NGC Census: (55/0). Mintage: 172,637,504. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#2764)(Registry values: N491)

7401

1948-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (150/0). NGC Census: (400/0). Mintage: 81,735,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#2431)(Registry values: N208)

7402

1948-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (150/0). NGC Census: (400/0). Mintage: 81,735,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#2767)(Registry values: N208)

7403

1949 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (334/8). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 217,775,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $130. (#2770)(Registry values: N69)

7404

1949 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (8/0). Mintage: 217,775,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,900. (#2770)(Registry values: N991)

7405

1949-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (132/0). NGC Census: (377/0). Mintage: 64,290,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $140. (#2776)(Registry values: N208)

7406

1949-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (132/0). NGC Census: (377/0). Mintage: 64,290,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $140. (#2776)(Registry values: N208)

7407

1950 1C MS67 Red NGC. (#2779)(Registry values: N491)

7408

1951-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (56/0). NGC Census: (162/0). Mintage: 136,010,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $160. (#2794)(Registry values: N491)

7409

1953 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (281/3). NGC Census: (442/19). Mintage: 256,883,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $50. (#2806)(Registry values: N208)

7410

1953 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (281/3). NGC Census: (442/19). Mintage: 256,883,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $50. (#2806)(Registry values: N208)

7411

1953 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (19/0). PCGS Population (3/0). Mintage: 256,883,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#2806)(Registry values: N991)

7412

1953-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (99/0). NGC Census: (196/0). Mintage: 181,835,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#2812)(Registry values: N491)

7413

1954 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (200/3). NGC Census: (323/9). Mintage: 71,873,352. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $135. (#2815)(Registry values: N208)

7414

1954-D 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (395/0). PCGS Population (36/0). Mintage: 251,552,496. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $300. (#2818)(Registry values: N491)

7415

1954-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (120/0). NGC Census: (528/0). Mintage: 96,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $140. (#2821)(Registry values: N208)

7416

1956 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (17/0). PCGS Population (10/0). Mintage: 421,414,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $575. (#2836)(Registry values: N491)

7417

1956-D 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (60/0). PCGS Population (19/0). Mintage: 1,098,201,088. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $480. (#2839)(Registry values: N208)

7418

1957 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (22/0). PCGS Population (5/0). Mintage: 283,787,968. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $2,300. (#2842)(Registry values: N491)

7419

1958 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (50/0). PCGS Population (19/0). Mintage: 253,400,656. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $400. (#2848)(Registry values: N491)

7420

1963-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (47/0). NGC Census: (214/2). Mintage: 1,774,020,352. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $125. (#2887)(Registry values: N69)

7421

1970-S 1C Small Date MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (2/2). PCGS Population (173/7). Mintage: 693,192,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#2935)(Registry values: N69)

7422

1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (745/1637). NGC Census: (443/652). Mintage: 75,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#2950)(Registry values: N491)

7423

7424

1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (508/144). PCGS Population (1148/487). Mintage: 75,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $635. (#2950)(Registry values: N491)

7425

1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1146/485). NGC Census: (504/144). Mintage: 75,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $660. (#2950)(Registry values: N491)

7426

1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (470/17). NGC Census: (136/8). Mintage: 75,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#2950)(Registry values: N991)

7427

1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (470/17). NGC Census: (136/8). Mintage: 75,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#2950)(Registry values: N991)

7428

1972 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (470/17). NGC Census: (136/8). Mintage: 75,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#2950)(Registry values: N991)

7429

1973-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (77/0). NGC Census: (54/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $145. (#2968)(Registry values: N14)

7430

1974-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (107/1). NGC Census: (23/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $45. (#2974)(Registry values: N14)

7431

1978 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (37/0). NGC Census: (9/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $380. (#2992)(Registry values: P1)

7432

1981-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (43/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $160. (#3037)(Registry values: P1)

7433

1983 1C Doubled Die Reverse MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (397/243). NGC Census: (107/303). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#3056)(Registry values: N491)

7434

1983 1C Doubled Die Reverse MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (215/28). NGC Census: (183/120). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $560. (#3056)(Registry values: N491)

7435

1983 1C Doubled Die Reverse MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (215/28). NGC Census: (183/120). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $560. (#3056)(Registry values: N491)

7436

1984 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (150/16). NGC Census: (117/40). Mintage: 8,151,078,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $400. (#3062)(Registry values: N491)

7437

1996 1C MS68 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (84/0). NGC Census: (27/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $140. (#3136)(Registry values: P1)

7438

1998-D 1C MS68 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (40/2). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $220. (#3151)(Registry values: P1)

SMS Lincoln Cents

7439

1967 1C SMS MS68 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (65/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,860,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $110. (#3296)(Registry values: N69)

Proof Lincoln Cents

7440

1910 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (56/53). PCGS Population (88/67). Mintage: 4,118. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $650. (#3307)(Registry values: N491)

7441

1910 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (88/67). NGC Census: (56/53). Mintage: 4,118. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $650. (#3307)(Registry values: N491)

7442

1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (5/0). NGC Census: (29/9). Mintage: 5,569. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $965. (#3334)(Registry values: N208)

7443

1938 1C PR66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (117/15). PCGS Population (220/28). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $400. (#3341)(Registry values: N69)

7444

1939 1C PR66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (279/27). NGC Census: (140/27). Mintage: 13,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $360. (#3344)(Registry values: N69)

7445

1950 1C PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (106/60). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $150. (#83359)(Registry values: P2)

7446

1951 1C PR68 Red NGC. NGC Census: (15/2). PCGS Population (4/0). Mintage: 57,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $900. (#3362)(Registry values: N69)

7447

1953 1C PR67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (213/21). NGC Census: (243/131). Mintage: 128,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $100. (#3368)(Registry values: P1)

7448

1953 1C PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (65/26). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $280. (#83368)(Registry values: P1)

7449

1955 1C PR67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (101/14). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $125. (#83374)(Registry values: P1)

7450

1956 1C PR68 Red Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (23/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $200. (#83377)(Registry values: P1)

7451

1960 1C DDO, Large Over Small Date PR67 Red NGC. VP-002. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (45/16). (#3410)(Registry values: P1)

7452

1960 1C DDO, Large Over Small Date PR67 Red NGC. VP-002. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (45/16). (#3410)(Registry values: P1)

7453

1960 1C DDO, Large Over Small Date PR67 Red NGC. VP-002. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (45/16). (#3410)(Registry values: P1)

7454

1961 1C PR68 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (40/9). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $360. (#93395)(Registry values: P1)

7455

1976-S 1C PR69 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (258/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $140. (#93449)(Registry values: P1)

7456

1981-S 1C Type Two PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (148/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $420. (#93470)(Registry values: P1)

7457

1992-S 1C PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (120/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $115. (#93503)(Registry values: P1)

7458

1995-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (123/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $150. (#93518)(Registry values: P1)

7459

1998-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (67/0). NGC Census: (106/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $160. (#93527)(Registry values: P1)

7460

2000-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (163/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $80. (#93536)(Registry values: P1)

7461

2000-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (163/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $80. (#93536)(Registry values: P1)

7462

2000-S 1C PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (164/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $80. (#93536)(Registry values: P1)

7463

2001-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (93/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $94. (#93539)(Registry values: P1)

7464

2006-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (156/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $76. (#93559)

7465

2008-S 1C PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (93/0). NGC Census: (0/0). (#394913)

Two Cent Pieces

7466

1864 2C Large Motto MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (2/5). PCGS Population (256/248). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $145. (#3576)(Registry values: N491)

7467

1864 2C Large Motto MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (2/4). PCGS Population (826/276). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#3577)(Registry values: N491)

7468

1864 2C Large Motto MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (826/276). NGC Census: (2/4). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#3577)(Registry values: N491)

7469

1864 2C Large Motto MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (239/262). NGC Census: (2/3). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $575. (#3578)(Registry values: N991)

7470

1865 2C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (538/250). NGC Census: (301/384). Mintage: 13,640,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#3583)(Registry values: N491)

7471

1865 2C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (317/67). PCGS Population (235/17). Mintage: 13,640,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $500. (#3583)(Registry values: N991)

7472

1865 2C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (317/67). PCGS Population (235/17). Mintage: 13,640,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $500. (#3583)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7473

1867 2C Doubled Die AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/14). NGC Census: (0/0). (#3594)(Registry values: P5)

7474

1872 2C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (13/59). NGC Census: (6/41). Mintage: 64,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $925. (#3612)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Two Cent Pieces

7475

1867 2C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (67/53). NGC Census: (34/56). Mintage: 625. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $625. (#3634)(Registry values: N991)

7476

1867 2C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (37/19). PCGS Population (46/7). Mintage: 625. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $900. (#3634)(Registry values: N991)

7477

1871 2C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (67/12). NGC Census: (56/21). Mintage: 960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $810. (#3646)(Registry values: N991)

7478

1871 2C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (42/49). NGC Census: (11/38). Mintage: 960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $1,200. (#3647)(Registry values: N1793)

Three Cent Silver

7479

1851 3CS MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (284/606). NGC Census: (223/612). Mintage: 5,447,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#3664)(Registry values: N491)

7480

1851 3CS MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (223/611). PCGS Population (285/607). Mintage: 5,447,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#3664)(Registry values: N491)

7481

1851 3CS MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (338/269). NGC Census: (377/234). Mintage: 5,447,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $385. (#3664)(Registry values: N991)

7482

1851 3CS MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (161/108). NGC Census: (157/77). Mintage: 5,447,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $810. (#3664)(Registry values: N1793)

7483

1851-O 3CS MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (72/168). PCGS Population (92/138). Mintage: 720,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $610. (#3665)(Registry values: N991)

7484

1852 3CS G6 ANACS. FS-301. 1 over inverted 2. NGC Census: (0/1192). PCGS Population (2/1311). Mintage: 18,663,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $28. (#3666)(Registry values: N69)

7485

1853 3CS AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (12/561). PCGS Population (38/605). Mintage: 11,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $130. (#3667)(Registry values: N491)

7486

1853 3CS MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (106/50). NGC Census: (74/40). Mintage: 11,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#3667)
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7487

1858 3CS --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (0/463). PCGS Population (15/463). Mintage: 1,604,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $165. (#3674)(Registry values: N491)

7488

1859 3CS --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (0/246). PCGS Population (11/293). Mintage: 364,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $135. (#3677)(Registry values: N491)

7489

1860 3CS --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (5/224). PCGS Population (12/248). Mintage: 286,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $135. (#3678)(Registry values: N491)

7490

1862 3CS MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (200/540). NGC Census: (152/634). Mintage: 343,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#3680)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Three Cent Silver

7491

1868 3CS PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (115/62). PCGS Population (69/49). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $745. (#3718)(Registry values: N991)

7492

1870 3CS --Cleaned--ANACS. Proof, AU55 Details. NGC Census: (0/206). PCGS Population (1/266). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR55: $250. (#3721)(Registry values: N1)

7493

1870 3CS PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (26/219). NGC Census: (14/185). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $395. (#3721)(Registry values: N991)

7494

1871 3CS PR62 ANACS. NGC Census: (19/154). PCGS Population (40/229). Mintage: 960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $450. (#3722)(Registry values: N991)

Three Cent Nickels

7495

1865 3CN MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (234/968). PCGS Population (215/1035). Mintage: 11,382,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $125. (#3731)(Registry values: N491)

7496

1865 3CN MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (115/37). NGC Census: (134/15). Mintage: 11,382,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $550. (#3731)(Registry values: N991)

7497

1869 3CN MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (46/16). NGC Census: (45/12). Mintage: 1,604,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $760. (#3735)(Registry values: N991)

7498

1873 3CN Closed 3 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (31/85). PCGS Population (35/105). Mintage: 1,173,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $195. (#3739)(Registry values: N491)

7499

1874 3CN MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (25/77). PCGS Population (43/77). Mintage: 789,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $170. (#3742)(Registry values: N491)

7500

1880 3CN --Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/130). PCGS Population (1/177). Mintage: 21,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $225. (#3748)(Registry values: N491)

7501

1881 3CN MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (14/2). PCGS Population (42/7). Mintage: 1,080,575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,065. (#3749)(Registry values: N1793)

7502

1889 3CN MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/37). NGC Census: (25/22). Mintage: 18,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#3758)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Three Cent Nickels

7503

1866 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (107/74). NGC Census: (92/75). Mintage: 725. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $550. (#3762)(Registry values: N991)

7504

1869 3CN PR65 Cameo NGC. Mintage: 600. (#83765)(Registry values: N1793)

7505

1873 3CN Closed 3 PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (100/28). PCGS Population (92/10). Mintage: 1,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $765. (#3769)(Registry values: N1793)

7506

1874 3CN PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (100/22). PCGS Population (80/20). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $775. (#3770)(Registry values: N1793)

7507

1876 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (170/93). NGC Census: (107/125). Mintage: 1,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $400. (#3772)(Registry values: N991)

7508

1876 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (30/12). NGC Census: (18/18). (#83772)(Registry values: N1793)

7509

1880 3CN PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (207/35). NGC Census: (205/41). Mintage: 3,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $765. (#3776)(Registry values: N991)

7510

1882 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (254/63). PCGS Population (269/93). Mintage: 3,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $770. (#3778)(Registry values: N991)

7511

1882 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (39/24). PCGS Population (60/59). (#83778)(Registry values: N1793)

7512

1883 3CN PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (482/403). NGC Census: (470/362). Mintage: 6,609. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $540. (#3779)(Registry values: N991)

7513

1883 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (278/84). PCGS Population (336/67). Mintage: 6,609. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $765. (#3779)(Registry values: N991)

7514

1884 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (48/66). NGC Census: (39/58). (#83780)(Registry values: N991)

7515

1885 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (25/735). PCGS Population (25/951). Mintage: 3,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $275. (#3781)(Registry values: N991)

7516

1887/6 3CN PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (142/74). PCGS Population (165/58). Mintage: 2,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $725. (#3784)(Registry values: N991)

7517

1887/6 3CN PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (54/4). NGC Census: (71/3). Mintage: 2,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $1,000. (#3784)(Registry values: N1793)

7518

1888 3CN PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (359/175). PCGS Population (397/188). Mintage: 4,582. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $540. (#3785)(Registry values: N991)

7519

1889 3CN PR66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (249/51). NGC Census: (210/42). Mintage: 3,436. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $760. (#3786)(Registry values: N991)

Shield Nickels

7520

1866 5C Rays AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (78/1112). PCGS Population (92/1041). Mintage: 14,742,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $215. (#3790)(Registry values: N491)

7521

1866 5C Rays MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (52/1055). PCGS Population (21/1000). Mintage: 14,742,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $255. (#3790)(Registry values: N491)

7522

1867 5C No Rays MS65 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (103/30). PCGS Population (67/11). Mintage: 28,800,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $745. (#3794)(Registry values: N991)

7523

1868 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (125/33). PCGS Population (70/25). Mintage: 28,800,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $750. (#3795)(Registry values: N991)

7524

1868 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (70/25). NGC Census: (125/33). Mintage: 28,800,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $750. (#3795)(Registry values: N991)

7525

1873 5C Open 3 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (37/115). PCGS Population (46/96). Mintage: 4,500,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#3800)(Registry values: N991)

7526

1879 5C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (4/47). PCGS Population (8/68). Mintage: 25,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,025. (#3808)(Registry values: N991)

7527

1882 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (163/73). NGC Census: (157/55). Mintage: 11,476,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $600. (#3812)(Registry values: N991)

7528

1883 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (450/320). NGC Census: (383/368). Mintage: 1,456,919. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $265. (#3813)(Registry values: N491)

7529

1883 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (97/16). PCGS Population (105/9). Mintage: 1,456,919. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,200. (#3813)(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Shield Nickels

7530

1875 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (114/70). NGC Census: (108/83). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $500. (#3829)(Registry values: N991)

7531

1881 5C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (145/23). NGC Census: (167/25). Mintage: 3,575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $810. (#3836)(Registry values: N1793)

Liberty Nickels

7532

1883 5C No Cents MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (422/49). PCGS Population (330/15). Mintage: 5,479,519. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $450. (#3841)(Registry values: N1793)

7533

1883 5C No Cents MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (329/15). NGC Census: (423/48). Mintage: 5,479,519. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $450. (#3841)(Registry values: N1793)

7534

1883 5C With Cents MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (126/457). PCGS Population (230/487). Mintage: 16,032,983. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $185. (#3844)(Registry values: N491)

7535

1883 5C With Cents MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (309/175). NGC Census: (279/179). Mintage: 16,032,983. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $255. (#3844)(Registry values: N491)

7536

1885 5C VG10 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/477). NGC Census: (16/272). Mintage: 1,476,490. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $603. (#3846)(Registry values: N1)

7537

1885 5C F12 PCGS. PCGS Population (29/448). NGC Census: (13/259). Mintage: 1,476,490. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $730. (#3846)(Registry values: N991)

7538

1886 5C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 3,330,290. (#3847)(Registry values: N1)

7539

1891 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (162/92). NGC Census: (127/78). Mintage: 16,834,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#3852)(Registry values: N991)

7540

1891 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (14/1). PCGS Population (14/0). Mintage: 16,834,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,675. (#3852)(Registry values: N1793)

7541

1892 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (92/15). NGC Census: (75/9). Mintage: 11,699,642. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $975. (#3853)(Registry values: N1793)

7542

1892 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (92/15). NGC Census: (75/9). Mintage: 11,699,642. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $975. (#3853)(Registry values: N1793)

7543

1892 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (92/15). NGC Census: (75/9). Mintage: 11,699,642. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $975. (#3853)(Registry values: N1793)

7544

1893 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (117/275). NGC Census: (71/238). Mintage: 13,370,195. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $160. (#3854)(Registry values: N491)

7545

1894 5C AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (6/219). PCGS Population (20/288). Mintage: 5,413,132. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $290. (#3855)(Registry values: N491)

7546

1895 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (109/60). NGC Census: (117/46). Mintage: 9,979,884. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $420. (#3856)(Registry values: N991)

7547

1897 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (61/12). NGC Census: (53/5). Mintage: 20,428,736. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $810. (#3858)(Registry values: N1793)

7548

1898 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (70/19). NGC Census: (62/17). Mintage: 12,532,087. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $925. (#3859)(Registry values: N1793)

7549

1899 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (14/551). PCGS Population (10/736). Mintage: 26,029,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $80. (#3860)(Registry values: N208)

7550

1899 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (146/50). NGC Census: (130/41). Mintage: 26,029,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $515. (#3860)(Registry values: N991)

7551

1899 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (37/4). PCGS Population (49/1). Mintage: 26,029,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#3860)(Registry values: N1793)

7552

1899 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (37/4). PCGS Population (49/1). Mintage: 26,029,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#3860)(Registry values: N1793)

7553

1900 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (140/44). NGC Census: (149/36). Mintage: 27,255,996. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $525. (#3861)(Registry values: N991)

7554

1902 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (278/206). NGC Census: (225/184). Mintage: 31,489,580. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $190. (#3863)(Registry values: N491)

7555

1903 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (254/224). PCGS Population (366/259). Mintage: 28,006,724. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $190. (#3864)(Registry values: N491)

7556

1903 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (158/66). PCGS Population (185/77). Mintage: 28,006,724. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3864)(Registry values: N991)

7557

1904 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (160/61). NGC Census: (122/33). Mintage: 21,404,984. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3865)(Registry values: N991)

7558

1905 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (204/65). NGC Census: (156/34). Mintage: 29,827,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3866)(Registry values: N991)

7559

1905 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (156/34). PCGS Population (203/65). Mintage: 29,827,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3866)(Registry values: N991)

7560

1905 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (33/1). PCGS Population (65/0). Mintage: 29,827,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $975. (#3866)(Registry values: N1793)

7561

1905 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (33/1). PCGS Population (65/0). Mintage: 29,827,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $975. (#3866)(Registry values: N1793)

7562

1907 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (71/27). NGC Census: (66/12). Mintage: 39,214,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $725. (#3868)(Registry values: N991)

7563

1908 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (71/13). NGC Census: (46/8). Mintage: 22,686,176. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $935. (#3869)(Registry values: N991)

7564

1911 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (450/230). NGC Census: (404/183). Mintage: 39,559,372. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $190. (#3872)(Registry values: N491)

7565

1911 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (160/23). PCGS Population (196/36). Mintage: 39,559,372. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3872)(Registry values: N991)

7566

1911 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (196/36). NGC Census: (160/23). Mintage: 39,559,372. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3872)(Registry values: N991)

7567

1911 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (22/1). PCGS Population (34/2). Mintage: 39,559,372. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $975. (#3872)(Registry values: N1793)

7568

1912-D 5C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (24/591). PCGS Population (44/664). Mintage: 8,474,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $200. (#3874)(Registry values: N491)

7569

1912-S 5C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (3/430). PCGS Population (9/559). Mintage: 238,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $650. (#3875)(Registry values: N491)

7570

1912-S 5C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/592). NGC Census: (4/441). Mintage: 238,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $444. (#3875)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Liberty Nickels

7571

1883 5C No Cents PR65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (302/94). NGC Census: (249/112). Mintage: 5,219. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $755. (#3878)(Registry values: N1793)

7572

1883 5C No Cents PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (74/68). NGC Census: (52/76). (#83878)(Registry values: N1793)

7573

1883 5C No Cents PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (60/16). PCGS Population (57/11). (#83878)(Registry values: N2998)

7574

1883 5C With Cents PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (281/212). NGC Census: (192/246). Mintage: 6,783. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $275. (#3881)(Registry values: N491)

7575

1883 5C With Cents PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (176/69). PCGS Population (165/47). Mintage: 6,783. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $540. (#3881)(Registry values: N991)

7576

1883 5C With Cents PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (42/23). NGC Census: (35/26). (#83881)(Registry values: N991)

7577

1884 5C PR65 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (28/45). PCGS Population (36/30). (#83882)(Registry values: N991)

7578

1884 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (28/2). NGC Census: (28/17). (#83882)(Registry values: N1793)

7579

1886 5C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (280/85). NGC Census: (243/130). Mintage: 4,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $765. (#3884)(Registry values: N991)

7580

1887 5C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (130/45). NGC Census: (160/45). Mintage: 2,960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $530. (#3885)(Registry values: N991)

7581

1888 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (84/9). PCGS Population (66/5). Mintage: 4,582. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $735. (#3886)(Registry values: N991)

7582

1889 5C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/81). NGC Census: (184/93). Mintage: 3,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $525. (#3887)(Registry values: N991)

7583

1890 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (13/1). PCGS Population (11/0). Mintage: 2,740. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $955. (#3888)(Registry values: N1793)

7584

1896 5C PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (132/138). PCGS Population (198/90). Mintage: 1,862. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $275. (#3894)(Registry values: N491)

7585

1897 5C PR64 ICG. NGC Census: (141/173). PCGS Population (174/169). Mintage: 1,938. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $300. (#3895)(Registry values: N491)

7586

1903 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (180/214). NGC Census: (140/245). Mintage: 1,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $295. (#3901)(Registry values: N491)

7587

1903 5C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (134/80). NGC Census: (114/131). Mintage: 1,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $520. (#3901)(Registry values: N991)

7588

1903 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (98/33). PCGS Population (60/20). Mintage: 1,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $700. (#3901)(Registry values: N991)

7589

1903 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (98/33). PCGS Population (60/20). Mintage: 1,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $700. (#3901)(Registry values: N991)

7590

1904 5C PR64 ICG. NGC Census: (158/149). PCGS Population (191/111). Mintage: 1,817. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $270. (#3902)(Registry values: N491)

7591

1907 5C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (84/33). NGC Census: (84/75). Mintage: 1,475. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $535. (#3905)(Registry values: N991)

7592

1909 5C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (334/356). PCGS Population (309/231). Mintage: 4,763. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $510. (#3907)(Registry values: N991)

7593

1909 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (263/93). PCGS Population (195/36). Mintage: 4,763. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $720. (#3907)(Registry values: N991)

7594

1910 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (22/13). NGC Census: (14/14). (#83908)(Registry values: N1793)

7595

1911 5C PR64 ICG. NGC Census: (166/248). PCGS Population (205/164). Mintage: 1,733. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $265. (#3909)(Registry values: N491)

7596

1912 5C PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (15/5). PCGS Population (14/4). (#83910)(Registry values: N1793)

Buffalo Nickels

7597

1913 5C Type One MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2860/1944). NGC Census: (2101/1414). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $135. (#3915)(Registry values: N491)

7598

1913 5C Type One MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1134/280). PCGS Population (1558/386). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#3915)(Registry values: N491)

7599

1913 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1558/386). NGC Census: (1134/280). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#3915)(Registry values: N491)

7600

1913 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1558/386). NGC Census: (1135/280). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#3915)(Registry values: N491)

7601

1913 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1553/385). NGC Census: (1137/281). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#3915)(Registry values: N491)

7602

1913-D 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (296/43). NGC Census: (157/15). Mintage: 5,337,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $430. (#3916)(Registry values: N991)

7603

1913-S 5C Type One MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (211/58). PCGS Population (291/121). Mintage: 2,105,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $535. (#3917)(Registry values: N991)

7604

1913 5C Type Two MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (161/14). NGC Census: (67/10). Mintage: 29,858,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $825. (#3921)(Registry values: N991)

7605

1913-D 5C Type Two AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (19/947). NGC Census: (11/661). Mintage: 4,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $179. (#3922)(Registry values: N208)

7606

1913-D 5C Type Two MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (127/58). NGC Census: (74/20). Mintage: 4,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,175. (#3922)(Registry values: N991)

7607

1913-S 5C Type Two--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,209,000. (#3923)(Registry values: N1)

7608

1913-S 5C Type Two MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (158/290). PCGS Population (292/434). Mintage: 1,209,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $910. (#3923)(Registry values: N991)

7609

1913-S 5C Type Two MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (293/435). NGC Census: (158/290). Mintage: 1,209,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $910. (#3923)(Registry values: N991)

7610

1914-D 5C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (76/546). PCGS Population (89/795). Mintage: 3,912,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $325. (#3925)(Registry values: N491)

7611

1914-D 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (307/191). NGC Census: (209/78). Mintage: 3,912,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $675. (#3925)(Registry values: N991)

7612

1914-S 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (337/81). PCGS Population (387/142). Mintage: 3,470,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $525. (#3926)(Registry values: N991)

7613

1914-S 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (381/140). NGC Census: (336/81). Mintage: 3,470,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $525. (#3926)(Registry values: N991)

7614

1915 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (229/36). NGC Census: (78/9). Mintage: 20,987,270. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $510. (#3927)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7615

1915 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (229/36). NGC Census: (77/9). Mintage: 20,987,270. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $510. (#3927)(Registry values: N991)

7616

1915-D 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (125/685). NGC Census: (128/507). Mintage: 7,569,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $175. (#3928)(Registry values: N208)

7617

1916 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (424/162). NGC Census: (286/90). Mintage: 63,498,064. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#3930)(Registry values: N491)

7618

1916 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (424/164). NGC Census: (287/90). Mintage: 63,498,064. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#3930)(Registry values: N491)

7619

1917 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (263/147). NGC Census: (118/47). Mintage: 51,424,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#3934)(Registry values: N991)

7620

1917-D 5C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (80/463). PCGS Population (92/701). Mintage: 9,910,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $260. (#3935)(Registry values: N491)

7621

1917-D 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (178/458). NGC Census: (117/237). Mintage: 9,910,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $600. (#3935)(Registry values: N991)

7622

1918 5C MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (91/282). PCGS Population (162/554). Mintage: 32,086,314. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#3937)(Registry values: N491)

7623

1918/7-D 5C --Improperly Cleaned, Obverse Planchet Flaw--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (59/301). PCGS Population (121/519). Mintage: 8,362,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $1,450. (#3939)(Registry values: N1)

7624

1919 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (404/215). PCGS Population (592/485). Mintage: 60,868,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $200. (#3941)(Registry values: N491)

7625

1919 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (351/134). NGC Census: (168/47). Mintage: 60,868,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#3941)(Registry values: N991)

7626

1919 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (351/134). NGC Census: (168/47). Mintage: 60,868,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#3941)(Registry values: N991)

7627

1919 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (167/47). PCGS Population (351/134). Mintage: 60,868,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#3941)(Registry values: N991)

7628

1919-D 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (106/258). NGC Census: (43/135). Mintage: 8,006,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,250. (#3942)(Registry values: N1793)

7629

1920 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (439/333). NGC Census: (311/124). Mintage: 63,093,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $210. (#3944)(Registry values: N491)

7630

1920-S 5C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (10/452). PCGS Population (22/593). Mintage: 9,689,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $158. (#3946)(Registry values: N491)

7631

1921 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (124/75). PCGS Population (241/169). Mintage: 10,663,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $625. (#3947)(Registry values: N991)

7632

1924 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (346/267). NGC Census: (219/122). Mintage: 21,620,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $320. (#3951)(Registry values: N491)

7633

1925 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (174/6). NGC Census: (69/4). Mintage: 35,565,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $920. (#3954)(Registry values: N1793)

7634

1925 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (174/6). NGC Census: (69/4). Mintage: 35,565,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $920. (#3954)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7635

1925 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (179/6). NGC Census: (69/4). Mintage: 35,565,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $920. (#3954)(Registry values: N1793)

7636

1926 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (479/171). PCGS Population (855/359). Mintage: 44,693,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#3957)(Registry values: N491)

7637

1926-D 5C MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (132/302). PCGS Population (179/636). Mintage: 5,638,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $320. (#3958)(Registry values: N491)

7638

1926-D 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (356/280). NGC Census: (157/144). Mintage: 5,638,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $420. (#3958)(Registry values: N991)

7639

1926-S 5C VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (159/557). PCGS Population (102/647). Mintage: 970,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $374. (#3959)(Registry values: N991)

7640

1926-S 5C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (102/647). NGC Census: (159/557). Mintage: 970,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $374. (#3959)(Registry values: N991)

7641

1927 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (256/5). NGC Census: (74/9). Mintage: 37,981,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#3960)(Registry values: N991)

7642

1927-D 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (362/52). NGC Census: (224/32). Mintage: 5,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $600. (#3961)(Registry values: N991)

7643

1928 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (464/190). NGC Census: (194/52). Mintage: 23,411,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#3963)(Registry values: N491)

7644

1928 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (178/12). NGC Census: (47/5). Mintage: 23,411,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#3963)(Registry values: N991)

7645

1928-S 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (334/67). NGC Census: (207/46). Mintage: 6,936,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $825. (#3965)(Registry values: N1793)

7646

1929 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (237/37). PCGS Population (507/140). Mintage: 36,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $255. (#3966)(Registry values: N491)

7647

1929 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (135/3). NGC Census: (36/0). Mintage: 36,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $825. (#3966)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7648

1929 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (137/3). NGC Census: (37/0). Mintage: 36,446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $825. (#3966)(Registry values: N1793)

7649

1929-D 5C MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (475/191). NGC Census: (309/71). Mintage: 8,370,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $270. (#3967)(Registry values: N491)

7650

1929-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (431/167). NGC Census: (169/54). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $350. (#3968)(Registry values: N991)

7651

1929-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (431/167). NGC Census: (169/54). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $350. (#3968)(Registry values: N991)

7652

1929-S 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (169/55). PCGS Population (436/167). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $350. (#3968)(Registry values: N991)

7653

1929-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (162/5). NGC Census: (50/4). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#3968)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7654

1929-S 5C MS66 PCGS. Ex:A D M Collection. PCGS Population (162/5). NGC Census: (50/4). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#3968)(Registry values: N1793)

7655

1929-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (162/5). NGC Census: (51/4). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#3968)(Registry values: N1793)

7656

1929-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (162/5). NGC Census: (51/4). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#3968)(Registry values: N1793)

7657

1930 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (953/308). NGC Census: (375/84). Mintage: 22,849,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#3969)(Registry values: N491)

7658

1930 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (290/21). NGC Census: (79/4). Mintage: 22,849,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#3969)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7659

1930 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (287/21). NGC Census: (80/4). Mintage: 22,849,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#3969)(Registry values: N991)

7660

1930-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (389/125). NGC Census: (166/24). Mintage: 5,435,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#3970)(Registry values: N991)

7661

1930-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (389/125). NGC Census: (166/24). Mintage: 5,435,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#3970)(Registry values: N991)

7662

1930-S 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (23/1). PCGS Population (121/4). Mintage: 5,435,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $800. (#3970)(Registry values: N1793)

7663

1930-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (121/4). NGC Census: (23/1). Mintage: 5,435,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $800. (#3970)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7664

1931-S 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (639/69). PCGS Population (1322/359). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#3971)(Registry values: N491)

7665

1931-S 5C MS65 ICG. NGC Census: (639/69). PCGS Population (1322/359). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#3971)(Registry values: N491)

7666

1931-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (356/2). NGC Census: (66/3). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $685. (#3971)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7667

1931-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (357/2). NGC Census: (66/3). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $685. (#3971)(Registry values: N991)

7668

1934 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (259/89). PCGS Population (501/190). Mintage: 20,213,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $230. (#3972)(Registry values: N491)

7669

1934 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (169/18). NGC Census: (81/8). Mintage: 20,213,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $450. (#3972)(Registry values: N991)

7670

1935-D 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (131/5). NGC Census: (33/4). Mintage: 12,092,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $910. (#3975)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7671

1935-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (909/384). NGC Census: (427/134). Mintage: 10,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#3976)(Registry values: N491)

7672

1935-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (909/385). NGC Census: (428/134). Mintage: 10,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#3976)(Registry values: N491)

7673

1935-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (357/28). NGC Census: (122/12). Mintage: 10,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#3976)(Registry values: N991)

7674

1936 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (81/0). NGC Census: (67/2). Mintage: 119,001,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#3977)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7675

1936 5C MS67 PCGS. Ex: A D M Collection. PCGS Population (80/0). NGC Census: (67/2). Mintage: 119,001,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#3977)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7676

1936-D 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (61/2). NGC Census: (11/0). Mintage: 24,814,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $735. (#3978)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7677

1936-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (571/61). NGC Census: (333/29). Mintage: 14,930,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $170. (#3979)(Registry values: N491)

7678

1937 5C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (334/5). PCGS Population (293/4). Mintage: 79,485,768. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $280. (#3980)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7679

1937 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (293/4). NGC Census: (335/5). Mintage: 79,485,768. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $280. (#3980)(Registry values: N991)

7680

1937-D 5C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (82/2). PCGS Population (82/1). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#3981)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7681

1937-D 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (82/1). NGC Census: (82/2). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#3981)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7682

1937-D 5C Three-Legged VG8 NGC. NGC Census: (17/4449). PCGS Population (20/4992). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $535. (#3982)(Registry values: N1)

7683

1937-D 5C Three-Legged--Obverse Scratched--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (145/3224). PCGS Population (449/2487). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,120. (#3982)(Registry values: N991)

7684

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (278/2209). NGC Census: (183/3041). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $1,150. (#3982)(Registry values: N991)

7685

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (710/1499). NGC Census: (506/2535). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $1,325. (#3982)(Registry values: N991)

7686

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (506/2541). PCGS Population (712/1499). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $1,325. (#3982)(Registry values: N991)

7687

1937-S 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (92/0). NGC Census: (53/2). Mintage: 5,635,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $950. (#3983)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7688

1937-S 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (92/0). NGC Census: (53/2). Mintage: 5,635,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $950. (#3983)(Registry values: N1793)

7689

1938-D 5C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (1608/15). PCGS Population (1311/8). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $240. (#3984)(Registry values: N491)

7690

1938-D 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (1311/8). NGC Census: (1608/15). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $240. (#3984)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7691

1938-D/D 5C Buffalo MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (56/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 7,020,000. (#93984)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2)

7692

1938-D/S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1402/156). NGC Census: (723/77). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#3985)(Registry values: N491)

7693

1938-D/S 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (723/77). PCGS Population (1402/156). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#3985)(Registry values: N491)

7694

1938-D/S 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (156/0). NGC Census: (74/3). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $975. (#3985)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Jefferson Nickels

7695

1939 5C Doubled MONTICELLO MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (37/83). NGC Census: (15/23). (#4004)(Registry values: P1)

7696

1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS65 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population (46/16). NGC Census: (2/0). (#84006)(Registry values: N208)

7697

1941-D 5C MS67 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population (131/1). NGC Census: (27/0). (#84011)(Registry values: N208)

7698

1945-S 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (79/1). NGC Census: (1516/3). Mintage: 58,939,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $56. (#4027)(Registry values: N69)

7699

1950-D 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/0). NGC Census: (204/0). Mintage: 2,630,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $105. (#4042)(Registry values: N208)

7700

1956 5C MS66 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population (42/1). NGC Census: (26/2). (#84059)(Registry values: N69)

SMS Jefferson Nickels

7701

1967 5C SMS MS67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (148/41). PCGS Population (186/7). (#84199)(Registry values: N14)

Proof Jefferson Nickels

7702

1951 5C PR69 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (14/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $1,075. (#84183)(Registry values: N491)

7703

1955 5C PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (10/61). NGC Census: (1/34). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $130. (#94187)(Registry values: N208)

Bust Half Dimes

7704

1830 H10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (87/120). NGC Census: (79/162). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $725. (#4277)(Registry values: N991)

7705

1831 H10C AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (82/490). PCGS Population (74/362). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $265. (#4278)(Registry values: N491)

7706

1832 H10C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (28/551). NGC Census: (7/695). Mintage: 965,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $225. (#4279)(Registry values: N491)

7707

1832 H10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (91/187). NGC Census: (128/293). Mintage: 965,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $775. (#4279)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7708

1835 H10C Large Date, Large 5C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (68/227). NGC Census: (95/382). Mintage: 2,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $425. (#4282)(Registry values: N991)

7709

1835 H10C Large Date, Large 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (93/56). NGC Census: (138/133). Mintage: 2,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,250. (#4282)(Registry values: N1793)

7710

1836 H10C Large 5C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (47/227). PCGS Population (29/147). Mintage: 1,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $250. (#4287)(Registry values: N491)

Seated Half Dimes

7711

1838 H10C Large Stars, No Drapery MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (19/462). PCGS Population (14/306). Mintage: 2,225,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $260. (#4317)(Registry values: N491)

7712

1838 H10C Large Stars, No Drapery MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (113/269). PCGS Population (81/175). Mintage: 2,225,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $375. (#4317)(Registry values: N991)

7713

1840-O H10C No Drapery--Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. (#4322)(Registry values: N491)

7714

1853 H10C No Arrows--Damaged--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (6/102). PCGS Population (5/68). Mintage: 135,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#4351)(Registry values: N991)

7715

1853 H10C No Arrows MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/15). NGC Census: (38/24). Mintage: 135,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $965. (#4351)
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7716

1853 H10C No Arrows MS64 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (39/24). PCGS Population (20/15). Mintage: 135,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $965. (#4351)(Registry values: N1793)

7717

1853 H10C Arrows MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (70/60). PCGS Population (50/37). Mintage: 13,210,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,475. (#4356)
From The Twin Leaf Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7718

1857 H10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (125/228). NGC Census: (139/315). Mintage: 7,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $240. (#4365)(Registry values: N491)

7719

1857-O H10C MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (25/41). NGC Census: (40/35). Mintage: 1,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $665. (#4366)(Registry values: N991)

7720

1860-O H10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (39/25). NGC Census: (55/29). Mintage: 1,060,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $425. (#4378)(Registry values: N991)

7721

1863 H10C --Scratched--ICG. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (0/115). PCGS Population (1/137). Mintage: 18,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $145. (#4382)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Seated Half Dimes

7722

1866 H10C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (48/82). NGC Census: (28/91). Mintage: 725. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $525. (#4449)(Registry values: P2)

7723

1873 H10C PR64 ICG. NGC Census: (55/66). PCGS Population (72/47). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $625. (#4456)(Registry values: P1)

Early Dimes

7724

1805 10C 4 Berries F2 NGC. JR-2. NGC Census: (3/240). PCGS Population (11/311). Mintage: 120,780. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F2 : $193. (#4477)(Registry values: P5)

Bust Dimes

7725

1820 10C Large 0 VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/122). NGC Census: (6/201). Mintage: 942,587. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $241. (#4492)(Registry values: N208)

7726

1820 10C Large 0 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (7/182). PCGS Population (7/105). Mintage: 942,587. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $490. (#4492)(Registry values: N991)

7727

1820 10C Small 0 VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (2/11). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $155. (#4493)(Registry values: P2)

7728

1821 10C Large Date AU55 NGC. JR-7. NGC Census: (20/124). PCGS Population (21/84). Mintage: 1,186,512. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $665. (#4496)(Registry values: N991)

7729

1824/2 10C VG10 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/39). NGC Census: (0/45). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $64. (#4502)(Registry values: N69)

7730

1827 10C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/248). NGC Census: (2/228). Mintage: 1,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $95. (#4504)(Registry values: N208)

7731

1827 10C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/248). NGC Census: (2/228). Mintage: 1,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $95. (#4504)(Registry values: N208)

7732

1827 10C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/242). NGC Census: (1/227). Mintage: 1,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $131. (#4504)(Registry values: N208)

7733

1827 10C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/223). NGC Census: (3/218). Mintage: 1,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $251. (#4504)(Registry values: N208)

7734

1827 10C XF40 ANACS. NGC Census: (6/215). PCGS Population (15/209). Mintage: 1,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $350. (#4504)(Registry values: N491)

7735

1827 10C AU55 ANACS. JR-4. NGC Census: (14/182). PCGS Population (12/166). Mintage: 1,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $545. (#4504)(Registry values: N991)

7736

1829 10C Small 10C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/185). NGC Census: (3/219). Mintage: 770,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $161. (#4511)(Registry values: N208)

7737

1829 10C Small 10C--Cleaned, Damaged--ANACS. XF45 Details. JR-2. NGC Census: (6/209). PCGS Population (11/166). Mintage: 770,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $250. (#4511)(Registry values: N491)

7738

1829 10C Small 10C XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (6/209). PCGS Population (11/166). Mintage: 770,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $250. (#4511)(Registry values: N491)

7739

1829 10C Small 10C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/206). PCGS Population (10/156). Mintage: 770,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $325. (#4511)(Registry values: N991)

7740

1829 10C Small 10C AU58 NGC. JR-6. NGC Census: (35/153). PCGS Population (16/115). Mintage: 770,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#4511)(Registry values: N991)

7741

1830 10C Medium 10C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/151). NGC Census: (3/148). Mintage: 510,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $230. (#4516)(Registry values: N491)

7742

1830 10C Medium 10C AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (5/136). PCGS Population (2/134). Mintage: 510,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $320. (#4516)(Registry values: N991)

7743

1830 10C Medium 10C AU55 ANACS. JR-3. NGC Census: (9/127). PCGS Population (24/110). Mintage: 510,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#4516)(Registry values: N991)

7744

1830 10C Small 10C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (2/10). NGC Census: (0/0). (#4517)(Registry values: P1)

7745

1830/29 10C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/25). NGC Census: (0/33). Mintage: 510,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $175. (#4519)(Registry values: N491)

7746

1831 10C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (13/210). NGC Census: (8/229). Mintage: 771,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $242. (#4520)(Registry values: N491)

7747

1831 10C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (40/165). PCGS Population (26/128). Mintage: 771,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#4520)(Registry values: N991)

7748

1831 10C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (40/165). PCGS Population (26/127). Mintage: 771,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#4520)(Registry values: N991)

7749

1831 10C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (11/154). PCGS Population (5/122). Mintage: 771,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $660. (#4520)(Registry values: N991)

7750

1832 10C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/191). NGC Census: (8/213). Mintage: 522,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $288. (#4521)(Registry values: N991)

7751

1832 10C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (16/191). PCGS Population (29/148). Mintage: 522,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $325. (#4521)(Registry values: N991)

7752

1833 10C --Cleaned, Scratched--ANACS. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (7/216). PCGS Population (11/150). Mintage: 485,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $360. (#4522)(Registry values: N991)

7753

1833 10C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (18/136). PCGS Population (4/97). Mintage: 485,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $750. (#4522)(Registry values: N991)

7754

1833 10C MS62 NGC. JR-4. NGC Census: (23/113). PCGS Population (17/80). Mintage: 485,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $825. (#4522)(Registry values: N1793)

7755

1833 10C Last 3 High XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/17). NGC Census: (0/0). (#4523)(Registry values: P1)

7756

1834 10C Small 4 AU55 ANACS. JR-1. NGC Census: (14/189). PCGS Population (26/106). Mintage: 635,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $375. (#4525)(Registry values: N991)

7757

1834 10C Small 4 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (35/154). PCGS Population (22/84). Mintage: 635,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $435. (#4525)(Registry values: N991)

7758

1834 10C Large 4 VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/101). NGC Census: (0/0). (#4526)(Registry values: P1)

7759

1834 10C Large 4 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/90). NGC Census: (0/0). (#4526)(Registry values: P1)

7760

1834 10C Large 4 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/90). NGC Census: (0/0). (#4526)(Registry values: P1)

7761

1835 10C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (27/320). NGC Census: (10/382). Mintage: 1,410,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $215. (#4527)(Registry values: N491)

7762

1835 10C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (73/244). PCGS Population (44/153). Mintage: 1,410,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#4527)(Registry values: N991)

7763

1837 10C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/108). NGC Census: (0/112). Mintage: 359,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $130. (#4529)(Registry values: N208)

Seated Dimes

7764

1837 10C No Stars, Large Date--Cleaned--ANACS. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (12/288). PCGS Population (28/278). Mintage: 682,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $440. (#4561)(Registry values: N991)

7765

1837 10C No Stars, Large Date MS60 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/165). NGC Census: (2/186). Mintage: 682,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $950. (#4561)(Registry values: N1793)

7766

1842-O 10C XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (2/41). PCGS Population (1/40). Mintage: 2,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $275. (#4582)(Registry values: N491)

7767

1853 10C Arrows MS63 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (107/260). NGC Census: (119/284). Mintage: 12,078,010. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $500. (#4603)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7768

1853 10C Arrows MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (130/130). NGC Census: (163/121). Mintage: 12,078,010. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $950. (#4603)(Registry values: N1793)

7769

1858 10C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/89). NGC Census: (0/112). Mintage: 1,500,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $105. (#4616)(Registry values: N491)

7770

1870-S 10C --Severely Damaged--ICG. Fine 15 Details. NGC Census: (0/22). PCGS Population (2/36). Mintage: 50,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $494. (#4652)(Registry values: N991)

7771

1877-CC 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (70/74). NGC Census: (82/117). Mintage: 7,700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#4683)(Registry values: N991)

7772

1879 10C --Cleaned--ICG. AG3 Details. NGC Census: (0/150). PCGS Population (0/232). Mintage: 14,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $109. (#4687)(Registry values: N208)

7773

1884 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (75/101). NGC Census: (86/121). Mintage: 3,365,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#4692)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7774

1886 10C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (45/383). PCGS Population (61/316). Mintage: 6,376,684. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $145. (#4696)(Registry values: N491)

7775

1886 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (113/95). NGC Census: (153/144). Mintage: 6,376,684. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#4696)(Registry values: N991)

7776

1886 10C MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (53/9). PCGS Population (26/7). Mintage: 6,376,684. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,200. (#4696)(Registry values: N1793)

7777

1887 10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (129/104). PCGS Population (154/106). Mintage: 11,283,229. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#4698)(Registry values: N991)

7778

1887 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (83/22). NGC Census: (55/49). Mintage: 11,283,229. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $765. (#4698)(Registry values: N1793)

7779

1887-S 10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (35/68). NGC Census: (43/93). Mintage: 4,454,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $208. (#4699)(Registry values: N491)

7780

1889 10C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (21/6). PCGS Population (22/4). Mintage: 7,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,350. (#4702)(Registry values: N1793)

7781

1890 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (82/41). PCGS Population (54/36). Mintage: 9,910,951. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $765. (#4704)(Registry values: N1793)

7782

1891 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (199/157). NGC Census: (260/192). Mintage: 15,310,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $325. (#4706)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

Barber Dimes

7784

1895-O 10C G4 ICG. NGC Census: (17/110). PCGS Population (18/220). Mintage: 440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $420. (#3333)(Registry values: N1)

7785

1897 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (47/24). PCGS Population (37/31). Mintage: 10,869,264. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $520. (#4812)(Registry values: N991)

7786

1900-S 10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (24/14). PCGS Population (28/27). Mintage: 5,168,270. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $650. (#4823)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7787

1901 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (32/13). NGC Census: (25/10). Mintage: 18,860,478. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $565. (#4824)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7788

1901-S 10C AU53 ICG. NGC Census: (4/45). PCGS Population (5/58). Mintage: 593,022. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $635. (#4826)(Registry values: N991)

7789

1903-O 10C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (16/41). PCGS Population (17/48). Mintage: 8,180,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $325. (#4831)(Registry values: N991)

7790

1906-O 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (34/52). NGC Census: (45/36). Mintage: 2,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#4840)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7791

1906-O 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (14/5). NGC Census: (11/7). Mintage: 2,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,375. (#4840)(Registry values: N2998)

7792

1907 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (14/1). NGC Census: (15/0). Mintage: 22,220,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,200. (#4842)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7793

1907-O 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/13). NGC Census: (16/16). Mintage: 5,058,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,125. (#4844)(Registry values: N1793)

7794

1908-D 10C MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (24/28). NGC Census: (29/30). Mintage: 7,490,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#4847)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7795

1909-S 10C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (9/30). PCGS Population (11/29). Mintage: 1,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $950. (#4853)(Registry values: N1793)

7796

1910 10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (99/213). NGC Census: (70/205). Mintage: 11,520,551. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $145. (#4854)(Registry values: N491)

7797

1910 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (69/31). NGC Census: (57/25). Mintage: 11,520,551. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $565. (#4854)(Registry values: N991)

7798

1910 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (69/31). NGC Census: (57/25). Mintage: 11,520,551. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $565. (#4854)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7799

1911 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (237/201). NGC Census: (222/175). Mintage: 18,870,544. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $252. (#4857)(Registry values: N491)

7800

1911 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (70/14). NGC Census: (45/13). Mintage: 18,870,544. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $950. (#4857)(Registry values: N1793)

7801

1911-D 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (53/43). NGC Census: (36/20). Mintage: 11,209,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $555. (#4858)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7802

1911-D 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (36/20). PCGS Population (53/43). Mintage: 11,209,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $555. (#4858)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7803

1911-S 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (38/50). NGC Census: (33/30). Mintage: 3,520,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#4859)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7804

1912 10C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (186/394). PCGS Population (182/398). Mintage: 19,350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $140. (#4860)(Registry values: N491)

7805

1912 10C MS64 ICG. NGC Census: (230/162). PCGS Population (222/177). Mintage: 19,350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#4860)(Registry values: N491)

7806

1912 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (129/47). NGC Census: (128/35). Mintage: 19,350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#4860)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7807

1912 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (129/47). NGC Census: (128/35). Mintage: 19,350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#4860)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7808

1912 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (43/4). NGC Census: (28/7). Mintage: 19,350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $950. (#4860)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7809

1912-D 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (66/39). NGC Census: (67/31). Mintage: 11,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#4861)(Registry values: N491)

7810

1912-S 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (28/7). PCGS Population (18/9). Mintage: 3,420,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $725. (#4862)(Registry values: N1793)

7811

1913 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (208/109). NGC Census: (194/91). Mintage: 19,760,622. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#4863)(Registry values: N491)

7812

1913 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (73/18). PCGS Population (77/32). Mintage: 19,760,622. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#4863)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7813

1914 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (140/56). NGC Census: (110/31). Mintage: 17,360,656. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#4865)(Registry values: N991)

7814

1914 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (51/5). NGC Census: (30/1). Mintage: 17,360,656. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $950. (#4865)(Registry values: N1793)

7815

1914 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (51/5). NGC Census: (30/1). Mintage: 17,360,656. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $950. (#4865)(Registry values: N1793)

7816

1914-D 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (33/24). PCGS Population (39/22). Mintage: 11,908,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $560. (#4866)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7817

1914-S 10C MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (40/28). PCGS Population (40/28). Mintage: 2,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#4867)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N991)

7818

1916 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (302/141). NGC Census: (279/145). Mintage: 18,490,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#4870)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Barber Dimes

7819

1901 10C PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (57/107). PCGS Population (61/61). Mintage: 813. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $675. (#4885)(Registry values: N991)

7820

1903 10C PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (61/87). PCGS Population (63/55). Mintage: 755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $690. (#4887)(Registry values: N991)

7821

1909 10C PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (3/9). NGC Census: (1/16). (#84893)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7822

1913 10C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (31/110). PCGS Population (51/114). Mintage: 622. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $450. (#4897)(Registry values: N991)

Mercury Dimes

7823

1916 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (89/8). NGC Census: (85/14). Mintage: 22,180,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#4905)(Registry values: N1793)

7824

1916-D 10C AG3 ICG. NGC Census: (667/840). PCGS Population (1135/2437). Mintage: 264,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $571. (#4906)(Registry values: N1)

7825

1917 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (76/13). NGC Census: (34/7). Mintage: 55,230,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $850. (#4911)(Registry values: N991)

7826

1919 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (119/53). NGC Census: (52/16). Mintage: 35,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#4923)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7827

1920 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (192/96). NGC Census: (105/45). Mintage: 59,030,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#4929)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7828

1920-D 10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (45/43). PCGS Population (62/29). Mintage: 19,171,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#4930)(Registry values: N991)

7829

1920-D 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/4). NGC Census: (27/16). Mintage: 19,171,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $600. (#4930)(Registry values: N991)

7830

1923 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (156/57). NGC Census: (95/26). Mintage: 50,130,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#4939)(Registry values: N991)

7831

1925 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (139/114). NGC Census: (57/59). Mintage: 25,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#4949)(Registry values: N491)

7832

1926-S 10C --Stained--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,520,000. (#4958)(Registry values: N991)

7833

1928 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (212/121). NGC Census: (94/38). Mintage: 19,480,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#4967)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7834

1928-S 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (70/94). NGC Census: (23/31). Mintage: 7,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $550. (#4971)(Registry values: N991)

7835

1930-S 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (135/65). NGC Census: (25/15). Mintage: 1,843,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $520. (#4981)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7836

1931 10C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (5/0). Mintage: 3,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $580. (#4982)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7837

1934 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: (59/8). PCGS Population (159/20). Mintage: 24,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $460. (#4989)(Registry values: N991)

7838

1934-D 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (75/10). NGC Census: (85/12). Mintage: 6,772,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $130. (#4990)(Registry values: N491)

7839

1934-D 10C MS65 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: (73/37). PCGS Population (250/144). Mintage: 6,772,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#4991)(Registry values: N491)

7840

1935-D 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (163/299). NGC Census: (38/86). Mintage: 10,477,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $170. (#4995)(Registry values: N491)

7841

1935-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (196/103). NGC Census: (53/33). Mintage: 10,477,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#4995)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7842

1935-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (77/0). NGC Census: (26/0). Mintage: 15,840,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $925. (#4997)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7843

1935-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex:Larry Shapiro. PCGS Population (77/0). NGC Census: (26/0). Mintage: 15,840,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $925. (#4997)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7844

1935-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (77/0). NGC Census: (26/0). Mintage: 15,840,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $925. (#4997)(Registry values: N1793)

7845

1936-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (309/290). NGC Census: (92/78). Mintage: 16,132,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $210. (#5001)(Registry values: N491)

7846

1936-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (309/290). NGC Census: (92/78). Mintage: 16,132,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $210. (#5001)(Registry values: N491)

7847

1937 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (36/0). NGC Census: (15/0). Mintage: 56,865,756. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $950. (#5005)(Registry values: N991)

7848

1937-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (193/11). NGC Census: (128/16). Mintage: 14,146,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $240. (#5007)(Registry values: N991)

7849

1937-D 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: (128/16). PCGS Population (196/11). Mintage: 14,146,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $240. (#5007)(Registry values: N991)

7850

1937-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (241/75). NGC Census: (90/35). Mintage: 9,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#5009)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7851

1937-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (74/1). NGC Census: (35/0). Mintage: 9,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#5009)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

7852

7853

1938-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (251/10). NGC Census: (152/5). Mintage: 5,537,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $230. (#5013)(Registry values: N491)

7854

1939-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (84/14). NGC Census: (31/3). Mintage: 24,394,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $775. (#5019)(Registry values: N991)

7855

1940-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex:Scheppman Collection. PCGS Population (119/3). NGC Census: (87/2). Mintage: 21,560,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $400. (#5027)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7856

1941-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (223/3). NGC Census: (339/13). Mintage: 43,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#5033)(Registry values: N991)

7857

1941-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (223/3). NGC Census: (339/13). Mintage: 43,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#5033)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7858

1942/1 10C XF40 ANACS. NGC Census: (124/549). PCGS Population (213/607). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $740. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7859

1942/1 10C XF45 NGC. FS-010.7. NGC Census: (113/436). PCGS Population (174/424). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $849. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7860

1942/1 10C AU50 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (101/323). NGC Census: (60/376). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,050. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7861

1942/1 10C AU50 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (102/329). NGC Census: (60/376). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,050. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7862

1942/1 10C --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (98/224). PCGS Population (113/142). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $1,290. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7863

1942-D 10C MS68 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/0). NGC Census: (12/0). Mintage: 60,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $675. (#5038)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

7864

1942-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (423/17). NGC Census: (586/12). Mintage: 60,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#5039)(Registry values: N491)

7865

1942-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (423/17). NGC Census: (586/12). Mintage: 60,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#5039)(Registry values: N491)

7866

1943-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (537/22). NGC Census: (540/11). Mintage: 71,949,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $130. (#5047)(Registry values: N491)

7867

1944-D 10C MS68 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (75/0). NGC Census: (19/0). Mintage: 62,224,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $820. (#5053)(Registry values: N991)

7868

1944-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex:Larry Shapiro. PCGS Population (226/4). NGC Census: (221/8). Mintage: 49,490,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $200. (#5055)(Registry values: N991)

7869

1945-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (89/2). NGC Census: (86/23). Mintage: 41,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $625. (#5061)(Registry values: N991)

7870

1945-S 10C Micro S MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (153/112). NGC Census: (26/25). Mintage: 41,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $575. (#5063)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Mercury Dimes

7871

1937 10C PR66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (469/195). NGC Census: (378/201). Mintage: 5,756. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $605. (#5072)(Registry values: N991)

7872

1937 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (469/195). NGC Census: (377/201). Mintage: 5,756. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $605. (#5072)(Registry values: N991)

7873

1939 10C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (747/483). PCGS Population (864/451). Mintage: 9,321. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $280. (#5074)(Registry values: N491)

7874

1939 10C PR67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (422/31). NGC Census: (420/64). Mintage: 9,321. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $480. (#5074)(Registry values: N991)

7875

1940 10C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (811/366). PCGS Population (829/304). Mintage: 11,827. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $245. (#5075)(Registry values: N491)

7876

1940 10C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (286/18). NGC Census: (325/40). Mintage: 11,827. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $440. (#5075)(Registry values: N991)

7877

1940 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (326/40). PCGS Population (286/18). Mintage: 11,827. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $440. (#5075)(Registry values: N991)

7878

1941 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (969/282). NGC Census: (930/395). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $220. (#5076)(Registry values: N491)

7879

1941 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (970/282). NGC Census: (931/396). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $220. (#5076)(Registry values: N491)

7880

1941 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (971/282). NGC Census: (931/397). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $220. (#5076)(Registry values: N491)

7881

1941 10C PR67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (267/15). NGC Census: (345/50). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $440. (#5076)(Registry values: N991)

7882

1941 10C PR67 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (346/50). PCGS Population (267/15). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $440. (#5076)(Registry values: N991)

7883

1942 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1440/589). NGC Census: (1383/803). Mintage: 22,329. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $210. (#5077)(Registry values: N491)

7884

1942 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (695/109). PCGS Population (552/37). Mintage: 22,329. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $400. (#5077)(Registry values: N991)

7885

1942 10C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (554/37). NGC Census: (695/109). Mintage: 22,329. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $400. (#5077)(Registry values: N991)

Roosevelt Dimes

7886

1956 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (31/9). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 108,640,000. (#85112)(Registry values: P1)

7887

1956-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (11/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 108,000,000. (#85113)(Registry values: P1)

7888

1958 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (33/2). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 31,100,000. (#85116)(Registry values: P1)

7889

1963 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (2/0). Mintage: 123,600,000. (#85126)(Registry values: P1)

Proof Roosevelt Dimes

7890

1951 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (95/6). NGC Census: (150/87). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $140. (#85226)(Registry values: N69)

7891

1953 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (113/93). PCGS Population (80/7). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $170. (#85228)(Registry values: N69)

7892

1953 10C PR68 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (89/4). PCGS Population (7/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $440. (#85228)(Registry values: N69)

7893

1963 10C PR69 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (187/0). NGC Census: (2/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $160. (#95238)(Registry values: N69)

Twenty Cent Pieces

7894

1875-CC 20C VG10 ANACS. NGC Census: (12/437). PCGS Population (38/672). Mintage: 133,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $352. (#5297)(Registry values: N1)

7895

1875-CC 20C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/603). NGC Census: (6/414). Mintage: 133,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $440. (#5297)(Registry values: N491)

7896

1875-S 20C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (98/1472). PCGS Population (146/1557). Mintage: 1,155,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#5298)(Registry values: N491)

7897

1875-S 20C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (236/983). NGC Census: (230/884). Mintage: 1,155,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $825. (#5298)(Registry values: N991)

7898

1875-S 20C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (236/983). NGC Census: (230/884). Mintage: 1,155,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $825. (#5298)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

Early Quarters

7899

1806 25C AG3 NGC. B-3. NGC Census: (12/312). PCGS Population (11/489). Mintage: 206,124. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $270. (#5314)(Registry values: P5)

7900

1806 25C G4 NGC. B-4. NGC Census: (16/296). PCGS Population (35/454). Mintage: 206,124. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $440. (#5314)(Registry values: P5)

7901

1806 25C --Damaged, Repaired--ICG. VG8 Details. B-2. NGC Census: (28/248). PCGS Population (42/383). Mintage: 206,124. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $565. (#5314)(Registry values: P5)

7902

1806 25C --Cleaned--ANACS. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (28/250). PCGS Population (42/386). Mintage: 206,124. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $565. (#5314)(Registry values: P5)

Bust Quarters

7903

1818 25C --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. B-2. NGC Census: (16/252). PCGS Population (30/209). Mintage: 361,174. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,425. (#5322)(Registry values: P2)

7904

1819 25C Large 9 VG8 PCGS. PCGS Population (8/35). NGC Census: (0/0). (#5326)(Registry values: P4)

7905

1820 25C Small 0 VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/60). NGC Census: (5/89). Mintage: 127,444. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $300. (#5328)(Registry values: P3)

7906

1821 25C F12 NGC. NGC Census: (4/164). PCGS Population (10/173). Mintage: 216,851. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $140. (#5331)(Registry values: P2)

7907

1828 25C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/112). NGC Census: (3/108). Mintage: 102,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $462. (#5342)(Registry values: P3)

7908

1833 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/78). PCGS Population (11/50). Mintage: 156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $665. (#5352)(Registry values: P3)

7909

1834 25C AU50 NGC. B-4. NGC Census: (13/232). PCGS Population (37/197). Mintage: 286,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $565. (#5353)(Registry values: P1)

7910

1835 25C AU55 NGC. B-2. NGC Census: (48/139). PCGS Population (33/92). Mintage: 1,952,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $625. (#5354)(Registry values: P1)

7911

1836 25C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (8/36). PCGS Population (9/34). Mintage: 472,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $625. (#5355)(Registry values: P3)

7912

1837 25C VF30 ANACS. NGC Census: (4/176). PCGS Population (8/164). Mintage: 252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $222. (#5356)(Registry values: P1)

7913

1838 25C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/95). NGC Census: (15/123). Mintage: 366,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $393. (#5357)(Registry values: P2)

Seated Quarters

7914

1838 25C No Drapery--Whizzed--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (5/108). PCGS Population (11/88). Mintage: 466,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $500. (#5391)(Registry values: P5)

7915

1840-O 25C No Drapery VF30 ICG. NGC Census: (3/88). PCGS Population (5/62). Mintage: 382,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $268. (#5393)(Registry values: P6)

7916

1840-O 25C No Drapery XF40 ICG. NGC Census: (10/77). PCGS Population (12/44). Mintage: 382,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $400. (#5393)(Registry values: P6)

7917

1841 25C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (7/20). PCGS Population (3/14). Mintage: 120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $635. (#5399)(Registry values: P4)

7919

1843-O 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (4/29). PCGS Population (3/21). Mintage: 968,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $375. (#5405)(Registry values: P5)

7920

1844 25C --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (2/57). PCGS Population (0/41). Mintage: 421,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $112. (#5406)(Registry values: P3)

7921

1851 25C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (3/11). PCGS Population (1/18). Mintage: 160,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $625. (#5417)(Registry values: P4)

7922

1852 25C --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (3/27). PCGS Population (6/26). Mintage: 177,060. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $425. (#5419)(Registry values: P3)

7923

1853 25C Arrows and Rays AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (72/464). PCGS Population (88/401). Mintage: 15,210,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $375. (#5426)(Registry values: P5)

7924

1855-O 25C Arrows XF40 ICG. NGC Census: (3/17). PCGS Population (2/8). Mintage: 176,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $475. (#5436)(Registry values: P8)

7925

1856-S 25C --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (0/11). PCGS Population (1/25). Mintage: 286,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $675. (#5440)(Registry values: P7)

7926

1858-S 25C --Scratched--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (1/3). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 121,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $2,250. (#5447)(Registry values: P8)

7927

1859-O 25C --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (4/21). PCGS Population (5/12). Mintage: 260,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $585. (#5449)(Registry values: P5)

7928

1860-S 25C --Obverse Reengraved--VF20 ICG. VF20 Details. NGC Census: (0/9). PCGS Population (3/10). Mintage: 56,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $2,250. (#5453)(Registry values: P8)

7929

1861 25C XF45 NGC. Ex:Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (7/429). PCGS Population (19/439). Mintage: 4,854,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $92. (#5454)(Registry values: P2)

7930

1862 25C --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (2/111). PCGS Population (2/150). Mintage: 932,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $88. (#5456)(Registry values: P2)

7931

1864-S 25C --Scratched--ICG. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (0/31). PCGS Population (2/30). Mintage: 20,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $525. (#5460)(Registry values: P7)

7932

1864-S 25C --Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (3/26). PCGS Population (3/23). Mintage: 20,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $1,000. (#5460)(Registry values: P7)

7933

1869-S 25C --Scratched--ICG. VF30 Details. NGC Census: (1/15). PCGS Population (3/23). Mintage: 76,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $452. (#5475)(Registry values: P7)

7934

1870 25C --Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/13). PCGS Population (0/21). Mintage: 86,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $735. (#5476)(Registry values: P3)

7935

1875 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (64/48). NGC Census: (59/45). Mintage: 4,293,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $650. (#5498)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P1)

7936

1876 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (105/63). NGC Census: (70/64). Mintage: 17,817,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $650. (#5501)(Registry values: P1)

7937

1876 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (70/64). PCGS Population (105/63). Mintage: 17,817,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $650. (#5501)(Registry values: P1)

7938

1879 25C VG10 ICG. NGC Census: (0/189). PCGS Population (1/203). Mintage: 13,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $193. (#5511)(Registry values: P1)

7939

1881 25C --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (0/89). PCGS Population (1/104). Mintage: 12,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $322. (#5513)(Registry values: P2)

7940

1882 25C F12 ICG. NGC Census: (0/62). PCGS Population (0/96). Mintage: 15,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $240. (#5514)(Registry values: P2)

7941

1884 25C VG8 ICG. NGC Census: (0/80). PCGS Population (0/100). Mintage: 8,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $210. (#5516)(Registry values: P2)

7942

1884 25C F12 ICG. NGC Census: (0/80). PCGS Population (0/100). Mintage: 8,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $300. (#5516)(Registry values: P2)

7943

1884 25C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/92). NGC Census: (2/75). Mintage: 8,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $360. (#5516)(Registry values: P2)

7944

1888-S 25C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (1/98). PCGS Population (6/78). Mintage: 1,216,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $225. (#5521)(Registry values: P3)

Proof Seated Quarters

7945

1888 25C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (33/130). NGC Census: (13/147). Mintage: 832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $450. (#5589)(Registry values: P2)

Barber Quarters

7946

1892 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (323/513). NGC Census: (244/583). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $290. (#5601)(Registry values: N491)

7947

1892 25C MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (244/583). PCGS Population (323/513). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $290. (#5601)(Registry values: N491)

7948

1892-O 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (72/41). NGC Census: (69/30). Mintage: 2,640,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $550. (#5602)
From The Burning Tree Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N1793)

7949

1892-S 25C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (13/76). NGC Census: (10/67). Mintage: 964,079. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $350. (#5603)(Registry values: N991)

7950

1894-S 25C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (29/63). PCGS Population (35/66). Mintage: 2,648,821. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $675. (#5609)(Registry values: N1793)

7951

1896-S 25C G6 PCGS. PCGS Population (123/203). NGC Census: (39/91). Mintage: 188,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $907. (#5615)(Registry values: N991)

7952

1897 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/14). NGC Census: (20/8). Mintage: 8,140,731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,135. (#5616)(Registry values: N1793)

7953

1912 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (136/87). NGC Census: (119/38). Mintage: 4,400,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#5662)(Registry values: N991)

7954

1913-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (28/10). NGC Census: (17/7). Mintage: 1,450,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,100. (#5665)(Registry values: N1793)

7955

1914 25C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (110/204). PCGS Population (122/237). Mintage: 6,244,610. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $270. (#5667)(Registry values: N491)

7956

1914-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/10). NGC Census: (30/5). Mintage: 3,046,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#5668)(Registry values: N1793)

7957

1914-S 25C F12 ICG. NGC Census: (6/68). PCGS Population (18/115). Mintage: 264,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $165. (#5669)(Registry values: N491)

7958

1915 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (145/94). NGC Census: (108/64). Mintage: 3,480,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $480. (#5670)(Registry values: N991)

7959

1915-D 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (116/34). NGC Census: (57/17). Mintage: 3,694,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,060. (#5671)(Registry values: N1793)

7960

1916-D 25C MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (130/835). PCGS Population (218/1202). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $200. (#5674)(Registry values: N491)

7961

1916-D 25C MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (130/835). PCGS Population (218/1202). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $200. (#5674)(Registry values: N491)

7962

1916-D 25C MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (465/384). NGC Census: (389/214). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#5674)(Registry values: N991)

7963

1916-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (283/100). NGC Census: (156/58). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,085. (#5674)(Registry values: N1793)

7964

1916-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (156/58). PCGS Population (284/100). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,085. (#5674)(Registry values: N1793)

7965

1916-D 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (284/100). NGC Census: (156/58). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,085. (#5674)(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Barber Quarters

7966

1903 25C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (19/185). PCGS Population (42/138). Mintage: 755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $660. (#5689)(Registry values: N991)

7967

1905 25C PR63 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1/10). PCGS Population (0/11). (#85691)(Registry values: N991)

7968

1908 25C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/58). NGC Census: (42/92). Mintage: 545. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $985. (#5694)(Registry values: N1793)

7969

1914 25C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (30/109). NGC Census: (18/137). Mintage: 380. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $635. (#5700)(Registry values: N991)

Standing Liberty Quarters

7970

1917 25C Type One AU58 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (383/4139). NGC Census: (219/3092). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $190. (#5707)(Registry values: N491)

7971

1917 25C Type One MS63 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (926/2770). NGC Census: (512/2111). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $340. (#5707)(Registry values: N491)

7972

1917 25C Type One MS63 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (512/2111). PCGS Population (926/2770). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $340. (#5707)(Registry values: N491)

7973

1917 25C Type One MS63 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (513/2115). PCGS Population (931/2776). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $340. (#5707)(Registry values: N491)

7974

1917 25C Type One MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (1461/1309). NGC Census: (1076/1038). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#5707)(Registry values: N991)

7975

1917 25C Type One MS64 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (1076/1038). PCGS Population (1461/1309). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#5707)(Registry values: N991)

7976

1917 25C Type One MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (1448/1310). NGC Census: (1062/1026). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $555. (#5707)(Registry values: N991)

7977

1917 25C Type One MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (1460/1316). NGC Census: (1075/1040). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#5707)(Registry values: N991)

7978

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (891/418). NGC Census: (658/379). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#5707)(Registry values: N1793)

7979

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (891/418). NGC Census: (659/379). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#5707)(Registry values: N1793)

7980

7981

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (896/420). NGC Census: (661/379). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#5707)(Registry values: N1793)

7982

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (661/379). PCGS Population (896/420). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#5707)(Registry values: N1793)

7983

1917-D 25C Type One MS63 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (154/540). PCGS Population (238/759). Mintage: 1,509,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $440. (#5709)(Registry values: N491)

7984

1917 25C Type Two MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (288/239). NGC Census: (217/174). Mintage: 13,880,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $525. (#5715)(Registry values: N491)

7985

1918-D 25C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (57/230). PCGS Population (82/339). Mintage: 7,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $195. (#5722)(Registry values: N491)

7986

1918-D 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (136/64). NGC Census: (75/60). Mintage: 7,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $620. (#5722)(Registry values: N991)

7987

1918-S 25C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (75/411). PCGS Population (113/446). Mintage: 11,072,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $135. (#5724)(Registry values: N208)

7988

1918-S 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (132/240). NGC Census: (102/220). Mintage: 11,072,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $325. (#5724)(Registry values: N491)

7989

1918-S 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (131/89). PCGS Population (165/75). Mintage: 11,072,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $625. (#5724)(Registry values: N991)

7990

1919 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (188/197). NGC Census: (127/185). Mintage: 11,324,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $300. (#5728)(Registry values: N491)

7991

1919-D 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (8/195). PCGS Population (9/290). Mintage: 1,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $600. (#5730)(Registry values: N991)

7992

1919-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (18/219). PCGS Population (35/322). Mintage: 1,836,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#5732)(Registry values: N991)

7993

1919-S 25C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (29/140). PCGS Population (44/197). Mintage: 1,836,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $685. (#5732)(Registry values: N991)

7994

1920 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (202/42). NGC Census: (175/72). Mintage: 27,860,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#5734)(Registry values: N991)

7995

1920 25C MS62 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (30/197). PCGS Population (41/341). Mintage: 27,860,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $225. (#5735)(Registry values: N491)

7996

1920 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. Ex:Walser. PCGS Population (141/107). NGC Census: (85/67). Mintage: 27,860,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $575. (#5735)(Registry values: N991)

7997

1921 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (14/410). PCGS Population (20/675). Mintage: 1,916,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $475. (#5740)(Registry values: N491)

7998

1923 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (212/15). NGC Census: (173/45). Mintage: 9,716,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $715. (#5742)(Registry values: N991)

7999

1924 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (223/141). NGC Census: (185/167). Mintage: 10,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#5746)(Registry values: N491)

8000

1924 25C MS63 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (60/186). NGC Census: (46/176). Mintage: 10,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#5747)(Registry values: N491)

8001

1924-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (453/98). NGC Census: (394/296). Mintage: 3,112,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $525. (#5748)(Registry values: N991)

8002

1924-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (394/295). PCGS Population (453/98). Mintage: 3,112,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $525. (#5748)(Registry values: N991)

8003

1925 25C MS64 ICG. NGC Census: (149/84). PCGS Population (243/135). Mintage: 12,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#5752)(Registry values: N491)

8004

1925 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (226/197). NGC Census: (165/128). Mintage: 12,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#5753)(Registry values: N491)

8005

1925 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (139/58). NGC Census: (83/45). Mintage: 12,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#5753)(Registry values: N991)

8006

1926 25C MS64 ICG. NGC Census: (220/132). PCGS Population (288/166). Mintage: 11,316,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#5754)(Registry values: N491)

8007

1926 25C MS63 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (86/237). NGC Census: (46/160). Mintage: 11,316,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $315. (#5755)(Registry values: N491)

8008

1926 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (133/104). NGC Census: (99/61). Mintage: 11,316,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#5755)(Registry values: N991)

8009

1926-D 25C MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (15/2766). NGC Census: (18/1754). Mintage: 1,716,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $125. (#5756)(Registry values: N491)

8010

1926-D 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1083/1428). NGC Census: (492/1107). Mintage: 1,716,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $200. (#5756)(Registry values: N491)

8011

1927 25C MS63 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (133/353). NGC Census: (76/256). Mintage: 11,912,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $305. (#5761)(Registry values: N491)

8012

1927-S 25C VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (30/437). PCGS Population (86/711). Mintage: 396,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $375. (#5764)(Registry values: N491)

8013

1927-S 25C VF20 ANACS. NGC Census: (30/437). PCGS Population (86/711). Mintage: 396,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $375. (#5764)(Registry values: N491)

8014

1928 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (174/93). NGC Census: (143/121). Mintage: 6,336,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#5766)(Registry values: N491)

8015

1928-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (373/103). PCGS Population (535/74). Mintage: 1,627,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#5768)(Registry values: N991)

8016

1928-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (373/103). PCGS Population (535/74). Mintage: 1,627,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#5768)(Registry values: N991)

8017

1928-S 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (108/121). PCGS Population (123/93). Mintage: 2,644,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $765. (#5771)(Registry values: N991)

8018

1929 25C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (80/552). NGC Census: (75/366). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $135. (#5772)(Registry values: N491)

8019

1929 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (262/92). NGC Census: (126/62). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $675. (#5773)(Registry values: N991)

8020

1929 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (263/92). NGC Census: (126/62). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $675. (#5773)(Registry values: N991)

8021

1929-D 25C MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (77/427). PCGS Population (90/635). Mintage: 1,358,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $140. (#5774)(Registry values: N491)

8022

1929-D 25C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (30/1). PCGS Population (37/1). Mintage: 1,358,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#5774)(Registry values: N991)

8023

1929-S 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (140/563). NGC Census: (49/435). Mintage: 1,764,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $160. (#5776)(Registry values: N491)

8024

1929-S 25C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (49/435). PCGS Population (140/564). Mintage: 1,764,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $160. (#5776)(Registry values: N491)

8025

1930 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (665/281). NGC Census: (407/181). Mintage: 5,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#5779)(Registry values: N991)

8026

1930 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (407/181). PCGS Population (665/281). Mintage: 5,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#5779)(Registry values: N991)

8027

1930 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (155/26). PCGS Population (253/28). Mintage: 5,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#5779)(Registry values: N1793)

8028

1930 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (156/26). PCGS Population (254/28). Mintage: 5,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#5779)(Registry values: N1793)

8029

1930 25C MS66 Full Head ★ NGC. NGC Census: (156/26). PCGS Population (254/28). Mintage: 5,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#5779)(Registry values: N1793)

8030

1930-S 25C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (39/346). PCGS Population (78/717). Mintage: 1,556,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $135. (#5780)(Registry values: N491)

8031

1930-S 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (99/75). PCGS Population (193/129). Mintage: 1,556,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $450. (#5780)(Registry values: N991)

8032

1930-S 25C MS62 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (28/360). PCGS Population (19/458). Mintage: 1,556,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $208. (#5781)(Registry values: N491)

8033

1930-S 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (86/23). PCGS Population (83/17). Mintage: 1,556,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,400. (#5781)(Registry values: N1793)

Washington Quarters

8034

1932 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (138/2). NGC Census: (77/2). Mintage: 5,404,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $850. (#5790)(Registry values: N491)

8035

1932-D 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 436,800. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

8036

1932-D 25C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (73/1411). PCGS Population (117/2398). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $350. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

8037

1932-D 25C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (107/2300). NGC Census: (77/1337). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $380. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

8038

1932-D 25C MS60 ANACS. NGC Census: (13/852). PCGS Population (14/1543). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $965. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

8039

1932-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 408,000. (#5792)(Registry values: N1)

8040

1932-S 25C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (410/1016). PCGS Population (442/1867). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $600. (#5792)(Registry values: N1)

8041

1932-S 25C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (410/1017). PCGS Population (443/1872). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $600. (#5792)(Registry values: N1)

8042

1932-S 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (851/1012). NGC Census: (460/554). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $855. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

8043

1932-S 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (851/1012). NGC Census: (460/556). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $855. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

8044

1932-S 25C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (460/554). PCGS Population (851/1012). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $855. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

8045

1932-S 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (916/96). NGC Census: (495/59). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $975. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

8046

1932-S 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (918/96). NGC Census: (498/59). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $975. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

8047

1932-S 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (498/59). PCGS Population (919/96). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $975. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

8048

1934-D 25C Medium Motto MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (172/481). PCGS Population (265/755). Mintage: 3,527,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#5796)(Registry values: N69)

8049

1934-D 25C Medium Motto MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (130/33). PCGS Population (227/71). Mintage: 3,527,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $875. (#5796)(Registry values: N491)

8050

1934-D 25C Heavy Motto MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (107/47). NGC Census: (0/0). (#85796)

8051

1934-D 25C Heavy Motto MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (36/12). NGC Census: (0/0). (#85796)

8052

1935-D 25C MS64 ICG. NGC Census: (288/329). PCGS Population (606/532). Mintage: 5,780,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $375. (#5798)(Registry values: N69)

8053

1935-D 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (155/12). NGC Census: (75/11). Mintage: 5,780,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $925. (#5798)(Registry values: N491)

8054

1935-D 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (157/12). NGC Census: (75/11). Mintage: 5,780,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $925. (#5798)(Registry values: N491)

8055

1935-S 25C MS66 ICG. NGC Census: (120/30). PCGS Population (189/20). Mintage: 5,660,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#5799)(Registry values: N208)

8056

1936-D 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (282/201). PCGS Population (590/390). Mintage: 5,374,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $815. (#5801)(Registry values: N208)

8057

1936-D 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (590/390). NGC Census: (282/201). Mintage: 5,374,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $815. (#5801)(Registry values: N208)

8058

1936-D 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (592/391). NGC Census: (283/202). Mintage: 5,374,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $815. (#5801)(Registry values: N208)

8059

1936-D 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (274/116). NGC Census: (139/63). Mintage: 5,374,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#5801)(Registry values: N491)

8060

1936-S 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (792/968). NGC Census: (348/533). Mintage: 3,828,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $135. (#5802)(Registry values: N14)

8061

1936-S 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (729/239). NGC Census: (385/148). Mintage: 3,828,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#5802)(Registry values: N69)

8062

1937-D 25C MS66 ICG. NGC Census: (140/18). PCGS Population (224/30). Mintage: 7,189,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $350. (#5804)(Registry values: N69)

8063

1937-S 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (500/157). NGC Census: (288/143). Mintage: 1,652,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#5805)(Registry values: N69)

8064

1939-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (766/446). NGC Census: (326/358). Mintage: 7,092,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $84. (#5809)(Registry values: N14)

8065

1939-S 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (265/19). NGC Census: (209/32). Mintage: 2,628,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#5810)(Registry values: N208)

8066

1939-S 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (32/0). PCGS Population (19/0). Mintage: 2,628,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,300. (#5810)(Registry values: N991)

8067

1940 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (73/1). NGC Census: (153/0). Mintage: 35,715,248. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $320. (#5811)(Registry values: N69)

8068

1940-D 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (263/19). NGC Census: (241/38). Mintage: 2,797,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#5812)(Registry values: N69)

8069

1940-D 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (37/1). PCGS Population (19/0). Mintage: 2,797,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $900. (#5812)(Registry values: N491)

8070

1942 25C AU53 ANACS. Double Die Reverse, FS-014, Die-2. NGC Census: (2/931). PCGS Population (2/828). Mintage: 102,117,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $3.50. (#5817)(Registry values: N1)

8071

1942-S 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (201/27). NGC Census: (230/54). Mintage: 19,384,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#5819)(Registry values: N69)

8072

1942-S 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (54/0). PCGS Population (26/1). Mintage: 19,384,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#5819)(Registry values: N491)

8073

1943-S 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (148/1). PCGS Population (35/1). Mintage: 21,700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $440. (#5822)(Registry values: N208)

8074

1943-S 25C Doubled Die Obverse AU58 ANACS. Double Die Obverse, FS-017, Die-1. NGC Census: (2/46). PCGS Population (8/93). (#5823)(Registry values: P1)

8075

1946-D 25C MS66 ★ NGC; and a 1959 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS.(Registry values: N14)

8076

1946-S 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (78/4). NGC Census: (319/3). Mintage: 4,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $180. (#5832)(Registry values: N208)

8077

1951 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (40/0). NGC Census: (190/1). Mintage: 43,505,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $260. (#5846)(Registry values: N208)

8078

1951-S 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (285/7). PCGS Population (80/1). Mintage: 9,048,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $215. (#5848)(Registry values: N208)

8079

1951-S 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (80/1). NGC Census: (285/7). Mintage: 9,048,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $215. (#5848)(Registry values: N208)

8080

1951-S 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (80/1). NGC Census: (285/7). Mintage: 9,048,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $215. (#5848)(Registry values: N208)

8081

1951-S 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (80/1). NGC Census: (285/7). Mintage: 9,048,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $215. (#5848)(Registry values: N208)

8082

1951-S 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (80/1). NGC Census: (285/7). Mintage: 9,048,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $215. (#5848)(Registry values: N208)

8083

1951-S 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (80/1). NGC Census: (285/7). Mintage: 9,048,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $215. (#5848)(Registry values: N208)

8084

1952 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (398/58). NGC Census: (423/152). Mintage: 38,862,072. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $55. (#5849)(Registry values: N14)

8085

1952 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (58/0). NGC Census: (148/4). Mintage: 38,862,072. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $220. (#5849)(Registry values: N208)

8086

1952-S 25C MS67 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (322/9). PCGS Population (127/3). Mintage: 13,707,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $160. (#5851)(Registry values: N69)

8087

1953 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (32/0). NGC Census: (77/1). Mintage: 18,500,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $260. (#5852)(Registry values: N208)

8088

1953-D 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (164/16). NGC Census: (224/53). Mintage: 56,112,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $70. (#5853)(Registry values: N14)

8089

1953-D 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (164/16). NGC Census: (224/53). Mintage: 56,112,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $70. (#5853)(Registry values: N14)

8090

1953-S 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (51/0). NGC Census: (266/3). Mintage: 14,016,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $200. (#5854)(Registry values: N208)

8091

1958-D 25C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (94/0). NGC Census: (186/4). Mintage: 78,124,896. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $225. (#5865)(Registry values: N69)

8092

1964 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (327/6). NGC Census: (428/30). Mintage: 560,300,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $45. (#5876)(Registry values: N14)

8093

1964 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (30/0). PCGS Population (6/0). Mintage: 560,300,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $725. (#5876)(Registry values: N208)

Proof Washington Quarters

8094

1937 25C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (317/79). NGC Census: (221/106). Mintage: 5,542. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $535. (#5976)(Registry values: N208)

8095

1937 25C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (93/13). PCGS Population (77/2). Mintage: 5,542. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $885. (#5976)(Registry values: N491)

8096

1939 25C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (577/623). NGC Census: (298/536). Mintage: 8,795. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $190. (#5978)(Registry values: N208)

8097

1939 25C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (577/623). NGC Census: (298/536). Mintage: 8,795. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $190. (#5978)(Registry values: N208)

8098

1939 25C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (500/123). NGC Census: (377/159). Mintage: 8,795. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $230. (#5978)(Registry values: N208)

8099

1939 25C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (377/159). PCGS Population (500/123). Mintage: 8,795. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $230. (#5978)(Registry values: N208)

8100

1940 25C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (139/2). NGC Census: (183/21). Mintage: 11,246. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $360. (#5979)(Registry values: N208)

8101

1941 25C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (223/28). PCGS Population (131/0). Mintage: 15,287. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $360. (#5980)(Registry values: N208)

8102

1941 25C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (223/28). PCGS Population (131/0). Mintage: 15,287. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $360. (#5980)(Registry values: N208)

8103

1942 25C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (906/154). NGC Census: (650/224). Mintage: 21,123. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $115. (#5981)(Registry values: N69)

8104

1942 25C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (906/154). NGC Census: (650/225). Mintage: 21,123. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $115. (#5981)(Registry values: N69)

8105

1951 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (91/22). PCGS Population (36/4). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $840. (#5476)(Registry values: N991)

8106

1952 25C PR67 PCGS. FS-901. "Superbird". PCGS Population (353/27). NGC Census: (268/78). Mintage: 81,980. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $75. (#5984)(Registry values: N14)

8107

1952 25C Superbird PR66 PCGS. FS-901. PCGS Population (113/59). NGC Census: (0/0). (#144443)

8108

1953 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (235/194). PCGS Population (172/36). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $115. (#85985)(Registry values: N69)

8109

1959 25C PR69 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (9/0). NGC Census: (72/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $310. (#85991)(Registry values: N491)

8110

1976-S 25C Silver PR69 Deep Cameo PCGS; 1976-S Half Dollar Silver PR69 Deep Cameo PCGS; 1976-S Dollar Silver PR69 Deep Cameo PCGS. The PCGS insert of each is numbered 238 of 500 and signed by the designer. The Quarter is signed by Jack L. Ahr. The Half Dollar is signed by Seth G. Huntington. The Dollar is signed by Dennis R. Williams.(Registry values: N14)

Proof Statehood Quarters

8111

2004-S 25C Michigan Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (194/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $58. (#913048)

8112

2004-S 25C Florida Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (199/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $71. (#913050)

8113

2004-S 25C Texas Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (219/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $65. (#913052)

8114

2004-S 25C Iowa Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (258/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $42. (#913054)

8115

2004-S 25C Wisconsin Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (247/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $44. (#913056)

Early Half Dollars

8116

1795 50C 2 Leaves--Obverse Scratched--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (60/675). PCGS Population (124/957). Mintage: 299,680. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $1,375. (#6052)(Registry values: N991)

8117

1803 50C Large 3, 12 Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. O-101, R.3 NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/3). (#39270)(Registry values: N991)

8118

1803 50C Large 3--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (37/117). PCGS Population (40/75). Mintage: 188,234. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,650. (#6066)(Registry values: N1793)

8119

1805 50C --Polished--NCS. VF Details. O-112, R.2 NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1/2). (#39286)(Registry values: N991)

8120

1806/5 50C VF25 NGC. O-103. NGC Census: (15/98). PCGS Population (11/87). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $815. (#6077)(Registry values: N991)

8121

1806/5 50C --Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. O-103. NGC Census: (12/60). PCGS Population (14/44). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,825. (#6077)(Registry values: N1793)

8122

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem--Scratched--ICG. Good 6 Details. NGC Census: (4/958). PCGS Population (9/829). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $186. (#6071)(Registry values: N491)

8123

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem Good 6 PCGS. O-114a. PCGS Population (9/835). NGC Census: (4/960). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $186. (#6071)(Registry values: N491)

8124

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (35/876). PCGS Population (48/736). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $325. (#6071)(Registry values: N491)

8125

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem F15 NGC. O-119A. Ex:Jules Reiver Collection, Ex:Meyer Collection. NGC Census: (39/839). PCGS Population (65/675). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $421. (#6071)(Registry values: N491)

8126

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem VF30 PCGS. O-121, R-4. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (98/449). NGC Census: (71/666). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $980. (#6071)(Registry values: N991)

8127

1807 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. O-106, R.3 NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). (#6079)(Registry values: N491)

8128

1807 50C Draped Bust--Damaged--ICG. VG10 Details. O-105. NGC Census: (21/721). PCGS Population (31/857). Mintage: 301,076. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $257. (#6079)(Registry values: N491)

8129

1807 50C Draped Bust VF20 ANACS. O-102. NGC Census: (32/602). PCGS Population (84/663). Mintage: 301,076. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $585. (#6079)(Registry values: N991)

Bust Half Dollars

8130

1807 50C Capped Bust, Small Stars VG10 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/53). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $194. (#6087)

8131

1808 50C VF25 PCGS. O-106. PCGS Population (12/343). NGC Census: (8/355). Mintage: 1,368,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $191. (#6090)(Registry values: N208)

8132

1808 50C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (38/199). PCGS Population (37/174). Mintage: 1,368,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $660. (#6090)(Registry values: N991)

8133

1808/7 50C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (10/62). PCGS Population (10/47). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,050. (#6091)(Registry values: N1793)

8134

1809 50C Normal Edge AU53 PCGS. O-109, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (31/143). NGC Census: (23/210). Mintage: 1,405,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $575. (#6092)(Registry values: N991)

8135

1809 50C Normal Edge AU55 ANACS. O-111A. NGC Census: (45/165). PCGS Population (51/92). Mintage: 1,405,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $900. (#6092)(Registry values: N991)

8136

1809 50C Normal Edge AU58 ICG. O-115. NGC Census: (81/84). PCGS Population (54/38). Mintage: 1,405,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,200. (#6092)(Registry values: N991)

8137

1810 50C AU55 ANACS. O-101. NGC Census: (47/155). PCGS Population (54/106). Mintage: 1,276,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $900. (#6095)(Registry values: N991)

8138

1811 50C Large 8 AU50 ANACS. O-110. NGC Census: (30/380). PCGS Population (34/206). Mintage: 1,203,644. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $425. (#6096)(Registry values: N991)

8139

1811 50C Small 8 XF40 PCGS. O-110. PCGS Population (16/191). NGC Census: (0/0). (#6097)

8140

1812 50C XF45 PCGS. O-105, R-1. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (69/422). NGC Census: (60/503). Mintage: 1,628,059. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $298. (#6100)(Registry values: N491)

8141

1812 50C XF45 PCGS. O-109, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (69/422). NGC Census: (60/503). Mintage: 1,628,059. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $298. (#6100)(Registry values: N491)

8142

1813 50C AU55 PCGS. O-103, R-2. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (53/117). NGC Census: (60/176). Mintage: 1,241,903. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $785. (#6103)(Registry values: N991)

8143

1814 50C Single Leaf AU50 ICG. O-105a. Mintage: 1,039,075. (#6105)(Registry values: N991)

8144

1814 50C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (53/160). NGC Census: (40/203). Mintage: 1,039,075. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $700. (#6105)(Registry values: N991)

8145

1817 50C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (40/168). NGC Census: (26/210). Mintage: 1,215,567. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $400. (#6109)(Registry values: N991)

8146

1818/7 50C Small 8 AU50 NGC. PCGS Population (10/45). NGC Census: (19/1404). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $700. (#6114)(Registry values: N991)

8147

1818 50C AU50 ANACS. O-106a, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. NGC Census: (36/291). PCGS Population (60/244). Mintage: 1,960,322. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $340. (#6113)(Registry values: N491)

8148

1818 50C AU55 PCGS. O-113, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (64/149). NGC Census: (59/198). Mintage: 1,960,322. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $575. (#6113)(Registry values: N491)

8149

1818 50C AU55 PCGS. O-112, R-1. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (64/149). NGC Census: (59/198). Mintage: 1,960,322. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $575. (#6113)(Registry values: N491)

8150

1818 50C AU58 NGC. O-114A. NGC Census: (100/98). PCGS Population (53/96). Mintage: 1,960,322. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $885. (#6113)(Registry values: N491)

8151

1818 50C AU58 ANACS. O-111. NGC Census: (100/98). PCGS Population (53/96). Mintage: 1,960,322. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $885. (#6113)(Registry values: N491)

8152

1818/7 50C Large 8 AU53 NGC. O-101A. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (9/44). (#6115)

8153

1819 50C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (26/201). PCGS Population (35/156). Mintage: 2,208,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $375. (#6117)(Registry values: N491)

8154

1819 50C AU55 NGC. O-107. NGC Census: (43/134). PCGS Population (37/93). Mintage: 2,208,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $565. (#6117)(Registry values: N491)

8155

1820 50C Square 2, Large Date, Knob XF45 ANACS. O-105. Mintage: 751,122. (#6122)

8156

1820/19 50C Curl Base 2 AU53 ANACS. (#6126)

8157

1820/19 50C Curl Base 2 VF30 ICG. O-102. (#6126)

8158

1821 50C AU55 NGC. O-103. NGC Census: (66/192). PCGS Population (79/153). Mintage: 1,305,797. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $725. (#81770)(Registry values: N991)

8159

1822 50C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (38/316). NGC Census: (24/328). Mintage: 1,559,573. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $545. (#6129)(Registry values: N491)

8160

1822 50C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (64/264). PCGS Population (78/238). Mintage: 1,559,573. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $575. (#6129)(Registry values: N491)

8161

1822 50C AU58 NGC. O-109. NGC Census: (95/169). PCGS Population (61/177). Mintage: 1,559,573. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $825. (#6129)(Registry values: N491)

8162

1822 50C AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (95/169). PCGS Population (61/177). Mintage: 1,559,573. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $825. (#6129)(Registry values: N491)

8163

1822 50C AU58 PCGS. O-105, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (61/177). NGC Census: (95/169). Mintage: 1,559,573. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $825. (#6129)(Registry values: N491)

8164

1823 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (27/537). PCGS Population (50/496). Mintage: 1,694,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $170. (#6131)(Registry values: N208)

8165

1823 50C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (34/446). PCGS Population (71/368). Mintage: 1,694,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $425. (#6131)(Registry values: N491)

8166

1824 50C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (87/365). PCGS Population (103/256). Mintage: 3,504,954. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $500. (#6137)(Registry values: N491)

8167

1825 50C AU50 NGC. O-107. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (53/650). PCGS Population (91/581). Mintage: 2,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $310. (#6142)(Registry values: N491)

8168

1825 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (143/237). NGC Census: (201/287). Mintage: 2,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $790. (#6142)(Registry values: N491)

8169

1826 50C --Cleaned--ANACS. AU50 Details. O-118a. NGC Census: (62/1292). PCGS Population (118/837). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $320. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

8170

1826 50C AU50 ANACS. O-120A. NGC Census: (62/1292). PCGS Population (118/837). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $320. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

8171

1826 50C AU50 PCGS. O-101a, R-2. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (118/837). NGC Census: (62/1292). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $320. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

8172

1826 50C AU55 ANACS. O-108. NGC Census: (148/1053). PCGS Population (178/566). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $410. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

8173

1826 50C AU58 NGC. O-102, R-1. Ex:Meyer Collection. NGC Census: (284/769). PCGS Population (183/383). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

8174

1827/6 50C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (4/54). PCGS Population (19/74). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $475. (#6147)(Registry values: N991)

8175

1827 50C Square Base 2 AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (123/883). NGC Census: (106/1327). Mintage: 5,493,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $290. (#6144)(Registry values: N991)

8176

1827 50C Square Base 2 AU53 PCGS. O-117, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (119/764). NGC Census: (114/1213). Mintage: 5,493,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $320. (#6144)(Registry values: N991)

8177

1827 50C Curl Base 2 AU58 NGC. Mintage: 5,493,400. (#6145)

8178

1828 50C Square Base 2, Large 8 AU58 NGC. Mintage: 3,075,200. (#6150)

8179

1828 50C Square Base 2, Small 8, Large Letters AU55 NGC. O-117. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (54/104). (#6151)

8180

1829/7 50C XF45 ICG. O-101. NGC Census: (18/135). PCGS Population (16/116). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $279. (#6155)(Registry values: N491)

8181

1829 50C Small Letters AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (110/582). NGC Census: (55/660). Mintage: 3,712,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6154)(Registry values: N491)

8182

1829 50C Small Letters AU58 PCGS. O-112, R-1. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (150/210). NGC Census: (200/266). Mintage: 3,712,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $700. (#6154)(Registry values: N491)

8183

1830 50C Small 0 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (126/852). NGC Census: (138/1189). Mintage: 4,764,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $189. (#6156)(Registry values: N208)

8184

1830 50C Small 0--Damaged--ANACS. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (80/1110). PCGS Population (112/743). Mintage: 4,764,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $270. (#6156)(Registry values: N491)

8185

1830 50C Small 0 AU50 PCGS. O-106, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (112/743). NGC Census: (80/1106). Mintage: 4,764,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $270. (#6156)(Registry values: N491)

8186

1830 50C Small 0 AU53 PCGS. O-101, R-2. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (83/660). NGC Census: (112/994). Mintage: 4,764,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $290. (#6156)(Registry values: N491)

8187

1830 50C Small 0 AU58 PCGS. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. PCGS Population (176/299). NGC Census: (357/458). Mintage: 4,764,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $675. (#6156)(Registry values: N491)

8188

1830 50C Large 0 XF45 PCGS. O-123. PCGS Population (22/161). NGC Census: (0/0). (#6157)

8189

1830 50C Large 0 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (36/97). NGC Census: (0/0). (#6157)

8190

1831 50C AU50 ANACS. O-109. NGC Census: (67/1019). PCGS Population (126/886). Mintage: 5,873,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $280. (#6159)(Registry values: N491)

8191

1831 50C AU53 PCGS. O-101, R-2. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (88/798). NGC Census: (92/927). Mintage: 5,873,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $300. (#6159)(Registry values: N491)

8192

1831 50C AU55 NGC. O-106. NGC Census: (168/760). PCGS Population (165/629). Mintage: 5,873,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#6159)(Registry values: N491)

8193

1831 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (188/441). NGC Census: (309/451). Mintage: 5,873,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6159)(Registry values: N491)

8194

1832 50C Small Letters XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (137/1304). PCGS Population (148/1108). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $192. (#6160)(Registry values: N208)

8195

1832 50C Small Letters AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (160/955). NGC Census: (112/1188). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $280. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

8196

1832 50C Small Letters AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (248/574). NGC Census: (227/837). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $360. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

8197

1832 50C Small Letters AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (250/574). NGC Census: (227/835). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $360. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

8198

1832 50C Small Letters AU55 ICG. O-115. NGC Census: (227/836). PCGS Population (248/574). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $360. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

8199

1832 50C Small Letters AU58 ANACS. O-103. NGC Census: (398/437). PCGS Population (242/332). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

8200

1832 50C Small Letters AU58 PCGS. O-121, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (242/334). NGC Census: (398/436). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

8201

1832 50C Small Letters MS60 PCGS. PCGS Population (17/316). NGC Census: (2/435). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $900. (#6160)(Registry values: N991)

8202

1832 50C Small Letters MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (74/361). PCGS Population (16/300). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,200. (#6160)(Registry values: N991)

8203

1833 50C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (105/689). NGC Census: (55/822). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

8204

1833 50C AU50 PCGS. O-109, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (105/695). NGC Census: (55/822). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

8205

1833 50C AU55 ANACS. O-108. NGC Census: (144/600). PCGS Population (169/452). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

8206

1833 50C AU55 PCGS. O-106, R-2. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (169/452). NGC Census: (144/600). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

8207

1833 50C AU55 PCGS. O-103, R-2. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (169/452). NGC Census: (144/600). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

8209

1834 50C Large Date, Large Letters AU58 ANACS. O-109. NGC Census: (430/589). PCGS Population (111/269). Mintage: 6,412,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6164)(Registry values: N491)

8210

1834 50C Large Date, Large Letters AU58 ANACS. O-108. NGC Census: (430/589). PCGS Population (111/269). Mintage: 6,412,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6164)(Registry values: N491)

8211

1834 50C Large Date, Large Letters MS61 ICG. NGC Census: (72/512). PCGS Population (26/230). Mintage: 6,412,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,200. (#6164)(Registry values: N991)

8212

1834 50C Large Date, Large Letters MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (164/348). PCGS Population (85/145). Mintage: 6,412,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,350. (#6164)(Registry values: N1793)

8213

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (70/388). (#6166)

8214

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters AU50 NGC. O-115A. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (56/326). (#6166)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.

8215

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters AU53 PCGS. O-115a, R-4. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (47/285). NGC Census: (0/0). (#6166)

8216

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (81/204). NGC Census: (0/0). (#6166)

8217

1835 50C AU50 PCGS. O-107, R-1. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (65/388). NGC Census: (41/498). Mintage: 5,352,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $280. (#6168)(Registry values: N491)

8218

1835 50C AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (49/449). PCGS Population (49/339). Mintage: 5,352,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $310. (#6168)(Registry values: N491)

8219

1835 50C AU55 PCGS. O-104, R-3. Ex:Meyer Collection. PCGS Population (105/234). NGC Census: (87/362). Mintage: 5,352,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $375. (#6168)(Registry values: N491)

8220

1836 50C Lettered Edge AU50 NGC. O-110. NGC Census: (47/725). PCGS Population (87/606). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $280. (#6169)(Registry values: N491)

8221

1836 50C Lettered Edge AU55 NGC. O-109. NGC Census: (135/516). PCGS Population (134/392). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#6169)(Registry values: N491)

8222

1836 50C Lettered Edge AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (223/293). PCGS Population (171/222). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $650. (#6169)(Registry values: N491)

8223

1836 50C Lettered Edge MS62 NGC. O-110. NGC Census: (81/170). PCGS Population (57/133). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,575. (#6169)(Registry values: N1793)

8224

1836 50C 50 Over 00--Cleaned--ICG. VF20 Details. O-116. NGC Census: (1/60). PCGS Population (0/45). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $155. (#6170)(Registry values: N208)

Reeded Edge Half Dollars

8225

1837 50C XF45 NGC. Breen-4733. Ex: Meyer Collection. NGC Census: (55/851). PCGS Population (94/801). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $219. (#6176)(Registry values: N491)

8226

1837 50C AU53 ICG. NGC Census: (32/779). PCGS Population (54/636). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $320. (#6176)(Registry values: N991)

8227

1837 50C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (164/472). NGC Census: (109/670). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#6176)(Registry values: N991)

8228

1838 50C XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (51/649). PCGS Population (94/539). Mintage: 3,546,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $236. (#6177)(Registry values: N491)

8229

1838 50C --Improperly Cleaned, Rim Filed--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (35/616). PCGS Population (81/459). Mintage: 3,546,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $340. (#6177)(Registry values: N991)

8230

1838 50C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (105/464). PCGS Population (107/298). Mintage: 3,546,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $420. (#6177)(Registry values: N991)

8231

1839-O 50C --Cleaned--ICG. VF20 Details. NGC Census: (3/191). PCGS Population (8/221). Mintage: 178,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $475. (#6181)(Registry values: N991)

8232

1839-O 50C XF45 ANACS. NGC Census: (19/140). PCGS Population (44/112). Mintage: 178,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $964. (#6181)(Registry values: N991)

Seated Half Dollars

8233

1840 50C Reverse of 1838, Medium Letters G6 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/165). PCGS Population (0/38). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $155. (#6233)(Registry values: N69)

8234

1840 50C Reverse of 1838, Medium Letters F12 PCGS. PCGS Population (2/35). NGC Census: (0/162). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $250. (#6233)(Registry values: N208)

8235

1840 50C Reverse of 1839, Small Letters VF30 ICG. NGC Census: (0/28). PCGS Population (3/164). Mintage: 1,435,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $100. (#6234)(Registry values: N991)

8236

1841 50C XF40 ICG. NGC Census: (0/50). PCGS Population (3/51). Mintage: 310,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $225. (#6236)(Registry values: N491)

8237

1842 50C Medium Date, Large Letters--Reverse Damaged--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (2/59). PCGS Population (8/108). Mintage: 2,012,764. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $140. (#6239)

8238

1842-O 50C Medium Date, Large Letters--Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. WB-102. NGC Census: (2/26). PCGS Population (1/21). Mintage: 754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $375. (#6242)(Registry values: N491)

8239

1843-O 50C AU50 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (3/52). PCGS Population (8/51). Mintage: 2,268,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $208. (#6244)(Registry values: N491)

8240

1844-O 50C --Corroded Reverse--ICG. AU58 Details. WB-105. NGC Census: (10/30). PCGS Population (4/20). Mintage: 2,005,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#6246)(Registry values: N491)

8241

1846 50C Medium Date XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/75). NGC Census: (9/130). Mintage: 2,210,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $151. (#6251)(Registry values: N208)

8242

1846 50C Tall Date AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (11/112). PCGS Population (2/64). Mintage: 2,210,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $225. (#6251)

8243

1846 50C 6 Over Horizontal 6 G4 ICG. WB-104. NGC Census: (0/32). PCGS Population (0/35). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $183. (#6254)

8244

1847 50C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (5/16). PCGS Population (4/23). Mintage: 1,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $925. (#6257)(Registry values: N991)

8245

1847-O 50C AU50 ICG. WB-103. NGC Census: (3/45). PCGS Population (5/35). Mintage: 2,584,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $267. (#6259)(Registry values: N491)

8246

1848-O 50C --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (1/64). PCGS Population (5/47). Mintage: 3,180,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $117. (#6261)(Registry values: N208)

8247

1849-O 50C --Tooled--ICG. AU50 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (3/44). PCGS Population (8/34). Mintage: 2,310,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $275. (#6263)(Registry values: N491)

8248

1849-O 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (3/44). PCGS Population (8/34). Mintage: 2,310,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $275. (#6263)(Registry values: N491)

8249

1850-O 50C --Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/45). PCGS Population (2/47). Mintage: 2,456,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $550. (#6265)(Registry values: N991)

8250

1851 50C --Damaged--ICG. XF45 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (1/36). PCGS Population (5/44). Mintage: 200,750. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $1,010. (#6266)(Registry values: N991)

8251

1852-O 50C VF25 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (1/28). PCGS Population (1/44). Mintage: 144,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $435. (#6269)(Registry values: N491)

8252

1853 50C Arrows and Rays AU50 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (43/569). PCGS Population (75/506). Mintage: 3,532,708. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $470. (#6275)(Registry values: N991)

8253

1854 50C Arrows XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/222). NGC Census: (21/266). Mintage: 2,982,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $162. (#6279)(Registry values: N491)

8254

1854-O 50C --Shipwreck Effect--Arrows. NGC No Grade. Ex: S.S. Republic. This lot is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and a wooden box. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 5,240,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in NG : $5. (#6280)(Registry values: N1)

8255

8256

8257

1855/54 50C Arrows XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/32). NGC Census: (3/25). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $375. (#6282)

8258

1855-O 50C Arrows XF40 ICG. WB-102. NGC Census: (10/345). PCGS Population (13/325). Mintage: 3,688,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $130. (#6283)(Registry values: N491)

8259

1855-O 50C Arrows AU53 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (20/285). PCGS Population (24/244). Mintage: 3,688,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $345. (#6283)(Registry values: N491)

8260

1858 50C --Shipwreck Effect--NGC Genuine. Ex: SS Republic. This lot comes with a SS Republic Presentation box. (#6293)(Registry values: N208)

8261

1858-O 50C AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (30/136). PCGS Population (21/115). Mintage: 7,294,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $250. (#6294)(Registry values: N491)

8262

1858-S 50C AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (6/25). PCGS Population (5/23). Mintage: 476,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $375. (#6295)(Registry values: N991)

8263

1859 50C AU50 ICG. WB-102. NGC Census: (3/97). PCGS Population (7/77). Mintage: 747,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $205. (#6296)(Registry values: N491)

8264

1859-S 50C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (8/50). NGC Census: (3/37). Mintage: 566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $220. (#6298)(Registry values: N491)

8265

1861-O 50C --Shipwreck Effect--NGC No Grade. W-07, S.S. Republic, Louisiana Issue. This lot is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and a wooden box. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 2,532,633. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in NG : $5. (#6303)(Registry values: N1)

8266

1862 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (7/44). PCGS Population (4/55). Mintage: 253,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $425. (#6307)(Registry values: N491)

8267

1864-S 50C XF45 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (2/27). PCGS Population (7/27). Mintage: 658,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $193. (#6312)(Registry values: N208)

8268

1865-S 50C --Altered Surfaces--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (0/17). PCGS Population (4/17). Mintage: 675,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $525. (#6314)(Registry values: N491)

8269

1866-S 50C No Motto VG8 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (2/29). PCGS Population (2/62). Mintage: 60,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $545. (#6315)(Registry values: N208)

8270

1866-S 50C No Motto--Scratched--ICG. VG10 Details. NGC Census: (1/28). PCGS Population (1/61). Mintage: 60,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $622. (#6315)(Registry values: N208)

8271

1867 50C --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (1/35). PCGS Population (3/53). Mintage: 449,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $160. (#6321)(Registry values: N491)

8272

1867 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (4/26). PCGS Population (3/35). Mintage: 449,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $350. (#6321)(Registry values: N491)

8273

1867-S 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (14/27). PCGS Population (9/17). Mintage: 1,196,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#6322)(Registry values: N491)

8274

1868 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (1/24). PCGS Population (1/35). Mintage: 417,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $375. (#6323)(Registry values: N491)

8275

1869 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (16/41). PCGS Population (8/57). Mintage: 795,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $325. (#6325)(Registry values: N491)

8276

1870 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/18). NGC Census: (8/10). Mintage: 633,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $650. (#6327)(Registry values: N991)

8277

1870-S 50C XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (5/15). PCGS Population (2/27). Mintage: 1,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $174. (#6329)(Registry values: N208)

8278

1870-S 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (4/11). PCGS Population (3/24). Mintage: 1,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $275. (#6329)(Registry values: N491)

8279

1871 50C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (9/80). PCGS Population (11/65). Mintage: 1,204,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $225. (#6330)(Registry values: N491)

8280

1871-CC 50C G6 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (1/31). PCGS Population (3/85). Mintage: 153,950. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $361. (#6331)(Registry values: N491)

8281

1872-CC 50C --Cleaned--ICG. VF30 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (5/31). PCGS Population (13/58). Mintage: 257,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $895. (#6334)(Registry values: N991)

8282

1873-CC 50C No Arrows--Cleaned--ICG. VF30 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (2/24). PCGS Population (1/52). Mintage: 122,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $1,115. (#6338)(Registry values: N991)

8283

1873-CC 50C No Arrows--Corroded--ICG. VF30 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (2/24). PCGS Population (1/52). Mintage: 122,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $1,115. (#6338)(Registry values: N991)

8284

1873 50C Arrows AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/169). NGC Census: (10/160). Mintage: 1,815,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $350. (#6343)(Registry values: N991)

8285

1873-CC 50C Arrows G4 ICG. NGC Census: (1/73). PCGS Population (6/144). Mintage: 214,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $220. (#6344)(Registry values: N491)

8286

1873-CC 50C Arrows--Cleaned--ICG. VF25 Details. WB-102. NGC Census: (2/64). PCGS Population (11/114). Mintage: 214,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $926. (#6344)(Registry values: N991)

8287

1873-S 50C Arrows F15 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/31). PCGS Population (2/41). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $171. (#6345)(Registry values: N208)

8288

1875-S 50C VF20 ICG. WB-103. NGC Census: (0/223). PCGS Population (2/288). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $58. (#6351)(Registry values: N208)

8289

1875-S 50C --Cleaned--ICG. VF20 Details. WB-103. NGC Census: (0/223). PCGS Population (2/288). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $58. (#6351)(Registry values: N208)

8290

1876 50C MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (52/59). PCGS Population (66/67). Mintage: 8,419,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $700. (#6352)(Registry values: N991)

8291

1877-S 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (76/104). NGC Census: (68/117). Mintage: 5,356,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $700. (#6357)(Registry values: N991)

8292

1878 50C AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (9/49). PCGS Population (11/55). Mintage: 1,378,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $300. (#6358)(Registry values: N491)

8293

1878-CC 50C AG3 ICG. NGC Census: (1/25). PCGS Population (3/65). Mintage: 62,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $307. (#6359)(Registry values: N491)

8294

1879 50C AU58 ICG. WB-102. NGC Census: (12/210). PCGS Population (12/273). Mintage: 4,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $565. (#6361)(Registry values: N991)

8295

1880 50C VF20 ICG. WB-102. NGC Census: (1/76). PCGS Population (0/117). Mintage: 8,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $325. (#6362)(Registry values: N491)

8296

1880 50C --Altered Surfaces--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (3/69). PCGS Population (3/102). Mintage: 8,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $500. (#6362)(Registry values: N991)

8297

1881 50C AU53 ICG. WB-102. NGC Census: (0/73). PCGS Population (2/100). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $475. (#6363)(Registry values: N991)

8298

1882 50C VG8 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/49). PCGS Population (0/84). Mintage: 4,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $325. (#6364)(Registry values: N491)

8299

1883 50C VF25 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/62). PCGS Population (1/114). Mintage: 8,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $445. (#6365)(Registry values: N991)

8300

1884 50C VG10 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/87). PCGS Population (1/117). Mintage: 4,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $387. (#6366)(Registry values: N991)

8301

1885 50C G6 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (0/59). PCGS Population (0/90). Mintage: 5,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $315. (#6367)(Registry values: N491)

8302

1887 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (3/85). PCGS Population (3/108). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $775. (#6369)(Registry values: N991)

8303

1889 50C G4 ICG. WB-101. NGC Census: (1/94). PCGS Population (0/132). Mintage: 12,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $240. (#6371)(Registry values: N491)

8304

1890 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (3/63). PCGS Population (3/90). Mintage: 12,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $565. (#6372)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Seated Half Dollars

8305

1875 50C PR62 ICG. NGC Census: (14/94). PCGS Population (28/111). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $585. (#6436)

8306

1888 50C --Scratched--ICG. PR60 Details. WB-101. NGC Census: (3/163). PCGS Population (8/164). Mintage: 832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $400. (#6449)

8307

1891 50C PR61 ICG. NGC Census: (3/143). PCGS Population (11/170). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR61: $435. (#6452)

Barber Half Dollars

8308

1892 50C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (144/302). PCGS Population (169/345). Mintage: 934,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $725. (#6461)(Registry values: N1793)

8309

1893 50C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/242). NGC Census: (2/199). Mintage: 1,826,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $175. (#6465)(Registry values: N491)

8310

1893 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (42/154). NGC Census: (35/145). Mintage: 1,826,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $375. (#6465)(Registry values: N991)

8311

1893 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (44/91). NGC Census: (36/87). Mintage: 1,826,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $625. (#6465)(Registry values: N1793)

8312

1894-S 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (26/89). NGC Census: (22/65). Mintage: 4,048,690. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $765. (#6470)(Registry values: N991)

8313

1898 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/98). PCGS Population (2/146). Mintage: 2,956,735. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $425. (#6480)(Registry values: N991)

8314

1901 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (30/88). NGC Census: (29/73). Mintage: 4,268,813. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $550. (#6489)(Registry values: N991)

8315

1901 50C MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (28/72). PCGS Population (30/88). Mintage: 4,268,813. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $550. (#6489)(Registry values: N991)

8316

1902 50C MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (25/82). PCGS Population (22/102). Mintage: 4,922,777. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $475. (#6492)(Registry values: N991)

8317

1902-O 50C AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (3/68). PCGS Population (6/44). Mintage: 2,526,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $350. (#6493)(Registry values: N991)

8318

1904 50C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/178). NGC Census: (3/104). Mintage: 2,992,670. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $113. (#6498)(Registry values: N208)

8319

1905-O 50C XF40 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/92). PCGS Population (2/118). Mintage: 505,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $258. (#6502)(Registry values: N991)

8320

1907 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (37/171). NGC Census: (30/122). Mintage: 2,598,575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $475. (#6508)(Registry values: N991)

8321

1908-O 50C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (30/91). PCGS Population (59/126). Mintage: 5,360,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $710. (#6514)(Registry values: N1793)

8322

1910 50C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/144). NGC Census: (1/98). Mintage: 418,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $205. (#6519)(Registry values: N491)

8323

1910 50C AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/93). PCGS Population (5/126). Mintage: 418,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $358. (#6519)(Registry values: N991)

8324

1912 50C MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (68/66). PCGS Population (81/95). Mintage: 1,550,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $730. (#6524)(Registry values: N1793)

8325

1913 50C F12 ICG. NGC Census: (2/84). PCGS Population (22/152). Mintage: 188,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $175. (#6527)(Registry values: N491)

8326

1913-S 50C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (1/81). PCGS Population (6/91). Mintage: 604,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6529)(Registry values: N991)

8327

1914 50C G6 PCGS. PCGS Population (105/482). NGC Census: (15/157). Mintage: 124,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $106. (#6530)(Registry values: N1)

8328

1914-S 50C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (9/150). NGC Census: (0/87). Mintage: 992,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $114. (#6531)(Registry values: N208)

8329

1915 50C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/100). NGC Census: (2/56). Mintage: 138,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $505. (#6532)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Barber Half Dollars

8330

1894 50C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (55/215). NGC Census: (26/207). Mintage: 972. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $725. (#6541)(Registry values: N991)

8331

1912 50C PR64 ICG. NGC Census: (46/55). PCGS Population (53/35). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $1,550. (#6559)(Registry values: N1793)

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

8332

1916-D 50C MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (180/695). PCGS Population (148/983). Mintage: 1,014,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $380. (#6567)(Registry values: N491)

8333

1916-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (426/230). NGC Census: (310/178). Mintage: 1,014,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $775. (#6567)(Registry values: N991)

8334

1916-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (426/230). NGC Census: (310/178). Mintage: 1,014,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $775. (#6567)(Registry values: N991)

8335

1917 50C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (589/244). PCGS Population (626/358). Mintage: 12,292,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $300. (#6569)(Registry values: N491)

8336

1917 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (287/74). NGC Census: (202/42). Mintage: 12,292,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $850. (#6569)(Registry values: N991)

8337

1917-D 50C Obverse--Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (3/632). PCGS Population (18/774). Mintage: 765,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $295. (#6570)(Registry values: N491)

8338

1917-D 50C Reverse VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (5/393). PCGS Population (4/515). Mintage: 1,940,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $182. (#6571)(Registry values: N1)

8339

1917-D 50C Reverse AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/413). NGC Census: (21/322). Mintage: 1,940,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $535. (#6571)(Registry values: N991)

8340

1918-D 50C --Improperly Cleaned--MS60 NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (179/15). PCGS Population (252/29). Mintage: 3,853,040. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $6,125. (#6575)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8341

1919-S 50C --Cleaned--ANACS. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (19/175). PCGS Population (26/252). Mintage: 1,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $1,029. (#6579)(Registry values: N991)

8342

1920 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (195/386). NGC Census: (136/263). Mintage: 6,372,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $585. (#6580)(Registry values: N991)

8343

1921 50C VF35 ICG. NGC Census: (10/240). PCGS Population (10/358). Mintage: 246,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $1,038. (#6583)(Registry values: N991)

8344

1921-D 50C VG8 ICG. NGC Census: (69/346). PCGS Population (141/616). Mintage: 208,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $370. (#6584)(Registry values: N1)

8345

1929-D 50C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (30/548). PCGS Population (40/914). Mintage: 1,001,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $200. (#6589)(Registry values: N491)

8346

1929-S 50C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (22/777). NGC Census: (10/577). Mintage: 1,902,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $93. (#6590)(Registry values: N208)

8347

1933-S 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/571). NGC Census: (82/262). Mintage: 1,786,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,075. (#6591)(Registry values: N991)

8348

1934 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (430/132). NGC Census: (282/97). Mintage: 6,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $510. (#6592)(Registry values: N991)

8349

1934 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (125/7). NGC Census: (89/8). Mintage: 6,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,000. (#6592)(Registry values: N1793)

8350

1934-D 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (318/1322). NGC Census: (190/783). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#6593)(Registry values: N491)

8351

1934-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (753/569). NGC Census: (544/239). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $370. (#6593)(Registry values: N491)

8352

1934-D 50C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (543/239). PCGS Population (749/571). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $370. (#6593)(Registry values: N491)

8353

1934-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (749/571). NGC Census: (543/239). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $370. (#6593)(Registry values: N491)

8354

1934-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (447/122). NGC Census: (207/32). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#6593)(Registry values: N991)

8355

1934-D 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (207/32). PCGS Population (449/122). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,075. (#6593)(Registry values: N991)

8356

1935 50C MS65 ICG. NGC Census: (632/231). PCGS Population (951/391). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#6595)(Registry values: N491)

8357

1935 50C MS65 ANACS. NGC Census: (632/230). PCGS Population (949/393). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#6595)(Registry values: N491)

8358

1935 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (632/231). PCGS Population (951/391). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#6595)(Registry values: N491)

8359

1935 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (374/17). NGC Census: (212/18). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#6595)(Registry values: N991)

8360

1935 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (374/17). NGC Census: (213/18). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#6595)(Registry values: N991)

8361

1935-D 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (250/1108). NGC Census: (109/573). Mintage: 3,003,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $240. (#6596)(Registry values: N491)

8362

1936 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1724/828). NGC Census: (1029/600). Mintage: 12,617,901. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $200. (#6598)(Registry values: N491)

8363

1936 50C MS66 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (512/88). PCGS Population (725/103). Mintage: 12,617,901. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#6598)(Registry values: N491)

8364

1936 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (725/103). NGC Census: (512/88). Mintage: 12,617,901. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#6598)(Registry values: N491)

8365

1936-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (963/1320). NGC Census: (513/678). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $150. (#6599)(Registry values: N491)

8366

1936-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (987/345). NGC Census: (488/187). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#6599)(Registry values: N491)

8367

1936-D 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (488/187). PCGS Population (987/345). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#6599)(Registry values: N491)

8368

1936-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (976/344). NGC Census: (488/190). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#6599)(Registry values: N491)

8369

1936-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (324/20). NGC Census: (165/25). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $960. (#6599)(Registry values: N991)

8370

1936-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (653/196). NGC Census: (439/166). Mintage: 3,884,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $720. (#6600)(Registry values: N991)

8371

1936-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (439/166). PCGS Population (653/196). Mintage: 3,884,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $720. (#6600)(Registry values: N991)

8372

1936-S 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (155/12). PCGS Population (186/6). Mintage: 3,884,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,200. (#6600)(Registry values: N1793)

8373

1937-D 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (589/1006). NGC Census: (311/482). Mintage: 1,676,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $230. (#6602)(Registry values: N491)

8374

1937-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (675/332). NGC Census: (313/169). Mintage: 1,676,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $630. (#6602)(Registry values: N991)

8375

1937-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (675/332). NGC Census: (313/169). Mintage: 1,676,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $630. (#6602)(Registry values: N991)

8376

1937-S 50C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (380/535). PCGS Population (697/1070). Mintage: 2,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#6603)(Registry values: N491)

8377

1937-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (738/332). NGC Census: (392/143). Mintage: 2,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $660. (#6603)(Registry values: N991)

8378

1937-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (315/17). NGC Census: (133/10). Mintage: 2,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,050. (#6603)(Registry values: N991)

8379

1938 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (713/283). PCGS Population (1063/515). Mintage: 4,118,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#6604)(Registry values: N491)

8380

1938 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1062/522). NGC Census: (713/286). Mintage: 4,118,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#6604)(Registry values: N491)

8381

1938 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1062/522). NGC Census: (713/286). Mintage: 4,118,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#6604)(Registry values: N491)

8382

1939 50C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (232/18). PCGS Population (199/17). Mintage: 6,820,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $695. (#6606)(Registry values: N991)

8383

1939 50C MS67 PCGS. Population: 199 in 67, 17 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8384

1939-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (524/74). PCGS Population (650/49). Mintage: 4,267,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#6607)(Registry values: N491)

8385

1939-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (525/74). PCGS Population (650/49). Mintage: 4,267,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#6607)(Registry values: N491)

8386

1939-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1248/928). NGC Census: (679/581). Mintage: 2,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#6608)(Registry values: N491)

8387

1939-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (678/580). PCGS Population (1248/928). Mintage: 2,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#6608)(Registry values: N491)

8388

1939-S 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (494/86). PCGS Population (835/93). Mintage: 2,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#6608)(Registry values: N491)

8389

1939-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (835/93). NGC Census: (495/88). Mintage: 2,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#6608)(Registry values: N491)

8390

1939-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (835/93). NGC Census: (494/86). Mintage: 2,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#6608)(Registry values: N491)

8391

1939-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (835/93). NGC Census: (495/86). Mintage: 2,552,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#6608)(Registry values: N491)

8392

1940 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (924/199). NGC Census: (686/2917). Mintage: 9,167,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#6609)(Registry values: N491)

8393

1940 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (925/199). NGC Census: (686/2920). Mintage: 9,167,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#6609)(Registry values: N491)

8394

1940 50C MS67 PCGS. Population: 178 in 67, 21 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8395

1940-S 50C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1280/894). PCGS Population (1642/1513). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $92. (#6610)(Registry values: N208)

8396

1940-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1204/309). NGC Census: (750/144). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#6610)(Registry values: N491)

8397

1940-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1204/309). NGC Census: (750/144). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#6610)(Registry values: N491)

8398

1940-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1204/309). NGC Census: (750/144). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#6610)(Registry values: N491)

8399

1940-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (306/3). NGC Census: (136/8). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $900. (#6610)(Registry values: N1793)

8400

1940-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (312/3). NGC Census: (138/8). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $900. (#6610)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

8401

1940-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (310/3). NGC Census: (139/8). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $900. (#6610)(Registry values: N1793)

8402

1941 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2384/417). NGC Census: (2011/461). Mintage: 24,207,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6611)(Registry values: N491)

8403

1941 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2384/417). NGC Census: (2011/461). Mintage: 24,207,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6611)(Registry values: N491)

8404

1941-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1075/132). PCGS Population (1264/120). Mintage: 11,248,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $215. (#6612)(Registry values: N491)

8405

1941-D 50C MS67 PCGS.RPM #1. PCGS has only certified one finer example (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 7011.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8406

1941-D 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (119/1). NGC Census: (133/0). Mintage: 11,248,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $765. (#6612)(Registry values: N991)

8407

1941-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (815/202). PCGS Population (1933/370). Mintage: 8,098,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $935. (#6613)(Registry values: N1793)

8408

1941-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (815/202). PCGS Population (1933/370). Mintage: 8,098,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $935. (#6613)(Registry values: N1793)

8409

1941-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1933/370). NGC Census: (815/202). Mintage: 8,098,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $935. (#6613)(Registry values: N1793)

8410

1941-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1933/370). NGC Census: (815/202). Mintage: 8,098,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $935. (#6613)(Registry values: N1793)

8411

1942 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (2124/288). PCGS Population (2206/181). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6614)(Registry values: N491)

8412

1942 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (176/4). NGC Census: (286/1). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $680. (#6614)(Registry values: N991)

8413

1942 50C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (286/1). PCGS Population (176/4). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $680. (#6614)(Registry values: N991)

8414

1942 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS has only certified four better pieces (2/09).
Ex: Heritage (11/2004), lot 7018.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8415

1942 50C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (287/1). PCGS Population (177/4). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $680. (#6614)(Registry values: N991)

8416

1942-D 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (111/4). NGC Census: (121/4). Mintage: 10,973,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $810. (#6615)(Registry values: N991)

8417

1942-S 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3137/2357). NGC Census: (1925/1155). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $84. (#6617)(Registry values: N208)

8418

1942-S 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3137/2357). NGC Census: (1925/1155). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $84. (#6617)(Registry values: N208)

8419

1942-S 50C MS64 PCGS; and a 1945 MS64 PCGS.(Registry values: N208)

8420

1942-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2033/318). NGC Census: (981/171). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $430. (#6617)(Registry values: N991)

8421

1942-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2037/320). NGC Census: (981/173). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $430. (#6617)(Registry values: N991)

8422

1942-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2037/320). NGC Census: (982/173). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $430. (#6617)(Registry values: N991)

8423

1942-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (319/1). NGC Census: (168/5). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,040. (#6617)(Registry values: N1793)

8424

1942-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (319/1). NGC Census: (168/5). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,040. (#6617)(Registry values: N1793)

8425

1943 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2442/287). NGC Census: (2471/434). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6618)(Registry values: N491)

8426

1943 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (282/5). NGC Census: (425/9). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#6618)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8427

1943 50C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (425/9). PCGS Population (282/5). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#6618)(Registry values: N991)

8428

1943 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (281/5). NGC Census: (424/9). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#6618)(Registry values: N991)

8429

1943 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (282/5). NGC Census: (425/9). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#6618)(Registry values: N991)

8430

1943 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (282/5). NGC Census: (425/9). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#6618)(Registry values: N991)

8431

1943-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1404/203). NGC Census: (1182/242). Mintage: 11,346,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#6619)(Registry values: N491)

8432

1943-D 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (201/2). NGC Census: (239/3). Mintage: 11,346,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $745. (#6619)(Registry values: N991)

8433

1943-S 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3059/2696). NGC Census: (2177/1583). Mintage: 13,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $75. (#6620)(Registry values: N208)

8434

1943-S 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3065/2701). NGC Census: (2177/1586). Mintage: 13,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $75. (#6620)(Registry values: N208)

8435

1943-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2215/481). NGC Census: (1317/268). Mintage: 13,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $310. (#6620)(Registry values: N491)

8436

1944 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (946/59). NGC Census: (722/73). Mintage: 28,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#6621)(Registry values: N491)

8437

1944-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1451/159). NGC Census: (1183/180). Mintage: 9,769,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#6622)(Registry values: N491)

8438

1944-D 50C MS66 NGC. Census: 1180 in 66, 180 finer (2/09). Ex: Heritage (10/2000), lot 250.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

8439

1944-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1457/160). NGC Census: (1189/181). Mintage: 9,769,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#6622)(Registry values: N491)

8440

1944-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1457/160). NGC Census: (1189/181). Mintage: 9,769,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $220. (#6622)(Registry values: N491)

8441

1944-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2270/336). NGC Census: (1057/164). Mintage: 8,904,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#6623)(Registry values: N991)

8442

1944-S 50C MS66 PCGS. Population: 331 in 66, 5 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

8443

1945 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (4992/1343). NGC Census: (3787/1328). Mintage: 31,502,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $125. (#6624)(Registry values: N208)

8444

1945-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1574/112). NGC Census: (1660/139). Mintage: 9,966,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $215. (#6625)(Registry values: N491)

8445

1945-D 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (112/0). NGC Census: (137/2). Mintage: 9,966,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $840. (#6625)(Registry values: N991)

8446

1945-D 50C MS67 PCGS. Population: 112 in 67, 0 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8447

1945-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (673/3). NGC Census: (533/22). Mintage: 10,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#6626)(Registry values: N991)

8448

(20)1946 50C MS65 and MS66 PCGS.(Registry values: N491)

8449

1946 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (806/32). NGC Census: (527/32). Mintage: 12,118,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#6627)(Registry values: N991)

8450

1946 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (806/32). NGC Census: (527/32). Mintage: 12,118,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#6627)(Registry values: N991)

8451

1946 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (806/32). NGC Census: (527/32). Mintage: 12,118,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#6627)(Registry values: N991)

8452

1946 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (806/32). NGC Census: (527/32). Mintage: 12,118,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#6627)(Registry values: N991)

8453

1946 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/0). NGC Census: (31/1). Mintage: 12,118,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,850. (#6627)(Registry values: N2998)

8454

1946 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/0). NGC Census: (31/1). Mintage: 12,118,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,850. (#6627)(Registry values: N2998)

8455

1946 50C MS64 ICG. Double Die Reverse-001, FS-801. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (44/20). (#6632)(Registry values: P3)

8456

1946-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (8121/1441). NGC Census: (5589/1754). Mintage: 2,151,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $125. (#6628)(Registry values: N208)

8457

1946-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1407/34). NGC Census: (1661/93). Mintage: 2,151,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#6628)(Registry values: N491)

8458

1946-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1276/20). NGC Census: (1053/50). Mintage: 3,724,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#6629)(Registry values: N491)

8459

1946-S 50C MS66 ICG. NGC Census: (1055/50). PCGS Population (1279/20). Mintage: 3,724,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#6629)(Registry values: N491)

8460

1947 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (842/19). NGC Census: (603/57). Mintage: 4,094,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $250. (#6630)(Registry values: N991)

8461

1947-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (4036/872). NGC Census: (3480/753). Mintage: 3,900,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $130. (#6631)(Registry values: N208)

8462

1947-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (865/8). NGC Census: (715/39). Mintage: 3,900,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#6631)(Registry values: N991)

8463

1947-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Population: 864 in 66, 8 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8464

1947-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (715/39). PCGS Population (865/8). Mintage: 3,900,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#6631)(Registry values: N991)

8465

1947-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (860/8). NGC Census: (714/39). Mintage: 3,900,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#6631)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollars

8466

1937 50C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (605/1176). NGC Census: (317/944). Mintage: 5,728. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $820. (#6637)(Registry values: N991)

8467

1938 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (732/697). NGC Census: (400/854). Mintage: 8,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $820. (#6638)(Registry values: N991)

8468

1938 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (553/301). PCGS Population (502/196). Mintage: 8,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $965. (#6638)(Registry values: N991)

8469

1938 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (554/301). PCGS Population (502/195). Mintage: 8,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $965. (#6638)(Registry values: N991)

8470

1939 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (616/440). PCGS Population (632/367). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $790. (#6639)(Registry values: N991)

8471

1939 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (616/440). PCGS Population (632/367). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $790. (#6639)(Registry values: N991)

8472

1939 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (632/367). NGC Census: (616/440). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $790. (#6639)(Registry values: N991)

8473

1939 50C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (343/24). NGC Census: (354/86). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $1,060. (#6639)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8474

1939 50C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (343/24). NGC Census: (355/86). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $1,060. (#6639)(Registry values: N991)

8475

1939 50C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (343/24). NGC Census: (355/86). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $1,060. (#6639)(Registry values: N991)

8476

1940 50C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (574/6176). PCGS Population (980/1053). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $580. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8477

1940 50C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (575/6180). PCGS Population (983/1056). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $580. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8478

1940 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (741/312). NGC Census: (729/5447). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $680. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8479

1940 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (729/5447). PCGS Population (741/312). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $680. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8480

1940 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (729/5447). PCGS Population (741/312). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $680. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8481

1940 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (741/312). NGC Census: (729/5449). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $680. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8482

1940 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (741/312). NGC Census: (729/5447). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $680. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

8483

1940 50C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (280/32). NGC Census: (326/5125). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $960. (#6640)(Registry values: N1793)

8484

1941 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1355/1183). NGC Census: (790/1392). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $555. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

8485

1941 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1355/1183). NGC Census: (790/1392). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $555. (#6641)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8486

1941 50C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (790/1392). PCGS Population (1355/1183). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $555. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

8487

1941 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1355/1186). NGC Census: (790/1396). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $555. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

8488

1941 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (906/486). PCGS Population (904/279). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $660. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

8489

1941 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (904/279). NGC Census: (906/486). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $660. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

8490

1941 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (905/491). PCGS Population (907/279). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $660. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

8491

1941 50C PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population (266/13). NGC Census: (423/63). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $950. (#6641)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

8492

1942 50C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (881/2164). PCGS Population (1588/2217). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $540. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8493

1942 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1588/2217). NGC Census: (881/2165). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $540. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8494

1942 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1590/2220). NGC Census: (881/2172). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $540. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8495

1942 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (1266/898). PCGS Population (1490/727). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $625. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8496

1942 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1490/727). NGC Census: (1266/899). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $625. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8497

1942 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1490/727). NGC Census: (1266/898). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $625. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8498

1942 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (1266/898). PCGS Population (1490/727). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $625. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

8499

1942 50C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (750/155). PCGS Population (693/35). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $930. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

Franklin Half Dollars

8500

1948 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines NGC. NGC Census: (82/5). PCGS Population (276/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $330. (#86651)(Registry values: N491)

8501

1948-D 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (1222/109). NGC Census: (483/10). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $96. (#86652)(Registry values: N208)

8502

1948-D 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (109/0). NGC Census: (10/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#86652)(Registry values: N1793)

8503

1949 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (143/0). NGC Census: (29/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $450. (#86653)(Registry values: N991)

8504

1949 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (143/0). NGC Census: (29/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $450. (#86653)(Registry values: N991)

8505

1949-D 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (394/20). NGC Census: (128/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $525. (#86654)(Registry values: N991)

8506

1949-S 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (119/3). NGC Census: (13/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $635. (#86655)(Registry values: N991)

8507

1949-S 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines NGC. NGC Census: (13/1). PCGS Population (119/3). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $635. (#86655)(Registry values: N991)

8508

1949-S 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (119/3). NGC Census: (13/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $635. (#86655)(Registry values: N991)

8509

1950 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (160/5). NGC Census: (36/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#86656)(Registry values: N991)

8510

1950 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (160/5). NGC Census: (36/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#86656)(Registry values: N991)

8511

1950-D 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines NGC. NGC Census: (124/3). PCGS Population (469/48). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#86657)(Registry values: N491)

8512

1951-D 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (546/63). NGC Census: (224/10). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $210. (#86659)(Registry values: N491)

8513

1951-S 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (134/6). PCGS Population (100/1). Mintage: 13,696,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $205. (#6660)(Registry values: N208)

8514

1951-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (100/1). NGC Census: (134/6). Mintage: 13,696,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $205. (#6660)(Registry values: N208)

8515

1951-S 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (375/84). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#86660)(Registry values: N491)

8516

1952 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (217/6). NGC Census: (61/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#86661)(Registry values: N491)

8517

1952 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (217/6). NGC Census: (61/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#86661)(Registry values: N491)

8518

1952 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (217/6). NGC Census: (61/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#86661)(Registry values: N491)

8519

1952-D 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (560/51). NGC Census: (214/11). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#86662)(Registry values: N208)

8520

1953 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (376/50). NGC Census: (522/39). Mintage: 2,600,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $110. (#6664)(Registry values: N208)

8521

1954 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/1). NGC Census: (53/0). Mintage: 13,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $250. (#6667)(Registry values: N491)

8522

1954 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (66/0). NGC Census: (8/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#86667)(Registry values: N1793)

8523

1954-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (121/0). NGC Census: (346/9). Mintage: 4,993,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6669)(Registry values: N208)

8524

1954-S 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (595/71). NGC Census: (40/6). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $205. (#86669)(Registry values: N208)

8525

1954-S 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (70/1). NGC Census: (6/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#86669)(Registry values: N1793)

8526

1955 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (124/1). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#86670)(Registry values: N991)

8527

1955 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (124/1). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#86670)(Registry values: N991)

8528

1955 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (124/1). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#86670)(Registry values: N991)

8529

1956 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (606/9). NGC Census: (68/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $150. (#86671)(Registry values: N69)

8530

1957 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines NGC. NGC Census: (29/2). PCGS Population (392/11). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $120. (#86672)(Registry values: N69)

8531

1958 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (58/2). PCGS Population (303/9). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $150. (#86674)(Registry values: N69)

8532

1958-D 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines NGC. NGC Census: (130/4). PCGS Population (624/26). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $120. (#86675)(Registry values: N69)

8533

1962 50C MS64 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (633/129). NGC Census: (46/11). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $230. (#86682)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Franklin Half Dollars

8534

1950 50C PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1034/393). NGC Census: (507/490). Mintage: 51,386. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $430. (#6691)(Registry values: N1)

8535

1950 50C PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (88/95). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $675. (#86691)(Registry values: N491)

8536

1951 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (416/160). PCGS Population (439/89). Mintage: 57,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $375. (#6692)(Registry values: N69)

8537

1952 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (579/261). PCGS Population (516/104). Mintage: 81,980. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $210. (#6693)(Registry values: N14)

8538

1952 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (516/104). NGC Census: (579/261). Mintage: 81,980. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $210. (#6693)(Registry values: N14)

8539

1953 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (674/209). NGC Census: (552/420). Mintage: 128,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $170. (#6694)(Registry values: N14)

8540

1953 50C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (380/40). PCGS Population (198/11). Mintage: 128,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $215. (#6694)(Registry values: N69)

8541

1955 50C PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (248/394). NGC Census: (393/933). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $125. (#86696)(Registry values: N69)

8542

1955 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (606/327). PCGS Population (339/55). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $160. (#86696)(Registry values: N69)

8543

1955 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (606/328). PCGS Population (340/55). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $160. (#86696)(Registry values: N69)

8544

1955 50C PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (35/55). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $500. (#96696)(Registry values: N491)

8545

1956 50C Type One PR68 PCGS. PCGS Population (64/1). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $220. (#6686)(Registry values: P2)

8546

1956 50C Type Two PR67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (668/559). NGC Census: (291/320). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $72. (#86697)(Registry values: N14)

8547

1956 50C Type Two PR68 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (530/29). NGC Census: (259/63). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $130. (#86697)(Registry values: N69)

8548

1956 50C Type Two PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (359/39). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $340. (#96697)(Registry values: P1)

8549

1957 50C PR68 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (132/0). NGC Census: (305/6). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $350. (#86698)(Registry values: N208)

8550

1957 50C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (61/50). NGC Census: (40/39). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $650. (#96698)(Registry values: N991)

8551

1959 50C PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (147/163). NGC Census: (168/323). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $220. (#86700)(Registry values: N208)

8552

1959 50C PR67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (132/29). NGC Census: (234/86). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $380. (#86700)(Registry values: N208)

8553

1961 50C PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (76/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $1,350. (#96702)(Registry values: N991)

8554

1963 50C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (260/216). NGC Census: (268/159). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $120. (#96704)(Registry values: N69)

Kennedy Half Dollars

8555

1970-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (207/2). NGC Census: (97/5). Mintage: 2,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $110. (#6713)(Registry values: N14)

SMS Kennedy Half Dollars

8556

1965 50C SMS MS67 ★ Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (144/18). PCGS Population (118/4). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $180. (#86845)(Registry values: N208)

8557

1965 50C SMS MS67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (132/4). NGC Census: (144/18). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $180. (#86845)(Registry values: N208)

Proof Kennedy Half Dollars

8558

1971-S 50C PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (14/0). PCGS Population (62/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $1,100. (#96807)(Registry values: N491)

Early Dollars

8559

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Wide Date, Pointed 9--Holed--NCS. Fine Details. BB-105, B-23. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (3/88). (#6877)(Registry values: P1)

8560

1801 $1 --Bent, Damaged, Plugged--ANACS. VF20 Details. NGC Census: (9/203). PCGS Population (41/269). Mintage: 54,454. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $2,475. (#6893)(Registry values: N1793)

8561

1802/1 $1 Narrow Date--Cleaned, Tooled--ANACS. VF20 Details. B-9. NGC Census: (8/152). PCGS Population (0/6). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $2,450. (#6898)(Registry values: N1793)

Session 7

Seated Dollars

8562

1842 $1 VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (21/372). NGC Census: (13/346). Mintage: 184,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $376. (#6928)(Registry values: N491)

8563

1842 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (19/327). PCGS Population (38/333). Mintage: 184,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6928)(Registry values: N991)

8564

1842 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (33/246). PCGS Population (57/192). Mintage: 184,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $610. (#6928)(Registry values: N991)

8565

1842 $1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (71/72). PCGS Population (28/81). Mintage: 184,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,225. (#6928)(Registry values: N991)

8566

1843 $1 --Cleaned, Graffiti--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (17/252). PCGS Population (45/269). Mintage: 165,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6929)(Registry values: N491)

8567

1845 $1 XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (22/88). PCGS Population (33/90). Mintage: 24,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $704. (#6931)(Registry values: N991)

8568

1845 $1 AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (6/82). PCGS Population (32/58). Mintage: 24,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $925. (#6931)(Registry values: N991)

8569

1846 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (19/303). PCGS Population (48/315). Mintage: 110,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6932)(Registry values: N991)

8570

1847 $1 XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (17/284). PCGS Population (31/329). Mintage: 140,750. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6934)(Registry values: N491)

8571

1847 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (17/280). PCGS Population (31/331). Mintage: 140,750. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6934)(Registry values: N491)

8572

1871 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (6/418). PCGS Population (6/548). Mintage: 1,074,760. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $250. (#6966)(Registry values: N491)

8573

1871 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (20/277). PCGS Population (62/277). Mintage: 1,074,760. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $665. (#6966)(Registry values: N991)

8574

1871 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (29/247). PCGS Population (35/242). Mintage: 1,074,760. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $685. (#6966)(Registry values: N991)

8575

1872 $1 --Corroded--ICG. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (0/295). PCGS Population (4/383). Mintage: 1,106,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $225. (#6968)(Registry values: N491)

8576

1872 $1 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (44/223). NGC Census: (41/196). Mintage: 1,106,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $467. (#6968)(Registry values: N491)

8577

1872 $1 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (41/196). PCGS Population (44/223). Mintage: 1,106,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $467. (#6968)(Registry values: N491)

Trade Dollars

8578

1873-S T$1 MS61 ICG. NGC Census: (13/51). PCGS Population (6/70). Mintage: 703,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,075. (#7033)(Registry values: N1793)

8579

1875-CC T$1 XF40 ICG. NGC Census: (5/205). PCGS Population (13/270). Mintage: 1,573,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $400. (#7038)(Registry values: N491)

8580

1875-CC T$1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (5/190). PCGS Population (20/234). Mintage: 1,573,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $475. (#7038)(Registry values: N491)

8581

1875-S T$1 MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (102/503). PCGS Population (86/628). Mintage: 4,487,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $950. (#7039)(Registry values: N991)

8582

1876 T$1 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (12/314). PCGS Population (21/375). Mintage: 455,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $350. (#7041)(Registry values: N491)

8583

1876-S T$1 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (21/567). NGC Census: (7/532). Mintage: 5,227,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $260. (#7043)(Registry values: N491)

8584

1877 T$1 AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (13/284). PCGS Population (41/261). Mintage: 3,039,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $325. (#7044)(Registry values: N491)

8585

1877-S T$1 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (31/860). PCGS Population (62/1161). Mintage: 9,519,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $186. (#7046)(Registry values: N491)

8586

1877-S T$1 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (133/898). NGC Census: (54/773). Mintage: 9,519,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $350. (#7046)(Registry values: N491)

8587

1877-S T$1 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (153/620). PCGS Population (177/721). Mintage: 9,519,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#7046)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Trade Dollars

8588

1873 T$1 --Cleaned--ICG. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (4/114). PCGS Population (10/150). Mintage: 865. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $1,450. (#7053)(Registry values: N1793)

Morgan Dollars

8590

1878 8TF $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2139/479). NGC Census: (1743/344). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $335. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8591

1878 8TF $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (324/20). PCGS Population (449/31). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,165. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N1793)

8592

1878 8TF $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (449/31). NGC Census: (324/20). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,165. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N1793)

8593

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2053/1489). NGC Census: (1295/992). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8594

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1282/197). NGC Census: (904/87). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8595

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1289/198). NGC Census: (905/88). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8596

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1290/199). NGC Census: (904/88). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8597

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS62 ANACS. Vam-33. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (436/1809). Mintage: 544,000. (#7070)(Registry values: P5)

8598

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS63 NGC. Vam-33 7/4TF. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (970/839). Mintage: 544,000. (#7070)(Registry values: P5)

8599

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS64 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (26/4). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7071)(Registry values: P5)

8600

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS64 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (26/4). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7071)(Registry values: P5)

8601

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2210/469). NGC Census: (3125/457). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8602

8603

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2217/474). NGC Census: (3124/459). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8604

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2205/472). NGC Census: (3125/457). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8605

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (454/18). NGC Census: (436/22). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $975. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8606

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS62 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (93/207). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $158. (#97075)(Registry values: P4)

8607

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1237/1121). PCGS Population (1444/1372). Mintage: 4,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#7076)(Registry values: P5, N208)

8608

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1089/298). NGC Census: (979/140). Mintage: 4,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7076)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8609

1878-CC $1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (489/10622). PCGS Population (598/16205). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $190. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8610

1878-CC $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (3811/4985). PCGS Population (6345/7100). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8611

1878-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (6345/7100). NGC Census: (3802/4974). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8612

1878-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (6370/7131). NGC Census: (3811/4985). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8613

1878-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (6376/7146). NGC Census: (3820/4978). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8614

1878-CC $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (3820/4978). PCGS Population (6376/7146). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8615

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5391/1709). NGC Census: (3843/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8616

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5391/1709). NGC Census: (3843/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8617

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5391/1709). NGC Census: (3843/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8618

1878-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3843/1131). PCGS Population (5391/1709). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8619

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5391/1709). NGC Census: (3854/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8620

1878-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3854/1131). PCGS Population (5391/1709). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8621

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5423/1718). NGC Census: (3853/1132). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8622

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5425/1721). NGC Census: (3847/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8623

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5425/1721). NGC Census: (3847/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8624

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5391/1709). NGC Census: (3843/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8625

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5425/1721). NGC Census: (3847/1131). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8626

1878-CC $1 MS64 ANACS. NGC Census: (3847/1131). PCGS Population (5425/1721). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $465. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8627

1878-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1518/203). NGC Census: (978/153). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,400. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8628

1878-CC $1 MS63 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (485/483). NGC Census: (404/398). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $450. (#7081)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8629

1878-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3362/452). PCGS Population (3130/519). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8630

1878-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3362/452). PCGS Population (3130/519). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8631

1878-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3364/459). PCGS Population (3146/525). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8632

1878-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (499/20). NGC Census: (423/30). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $735. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8633

1878-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (427/30). PCGS Population (502/20). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $735. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8634

1879 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2827/886). NGC Census: (3254/618). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $120. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8635

1879 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (800/86). NGC Census: (567/51). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $725. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8636

1879 $1 MS65 ICG. NGC Census: (567/51). PCGS Population (803/86). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $725. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8637

1879 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike ANACS. NGC Census: (45/4). PCGS Population (59/6). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,675. (#97085)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8638

1879-CC $1 VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (24/1433). PCGS Population (63/2729). Mintage: 756,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $255. (#7086)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8639

1879-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. Vam-3, Top-100. NGC Census: (100/1149). PCGS Population (102/2311). Mintage: 756,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $888. (#7086)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8640

1879-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2603/1967). NGC Census: (1629/1283). Mintage: 2,887,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $155. (#7090)(Registry values: P5, N208)

8641

1879-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1710/278). NGC Census: (1150/135). Mintage: 2,887,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#7090)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8642

1879-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1710/278). NGC Census: (1150/135). Mintage: 2,887,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#7090)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8643

1879-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (20283/7029). NGC Census: (17668/7424). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $150. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8644

1879-S $1 MS66 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (5666/1780). PCGS Population (5897/1162). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8645

1879-S $1 MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (1681/127). PCGS Population (1110/75). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $800. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8646

1879-S $1 MS67 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (42/2). NGC Census: (67/4). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,200. (#7093)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8647

1879-S $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (207/489). NGC Census: (162/343). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $80. (#97093)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8648

1879-S $1 Reverse of 1878 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (625/550). NGC Census: (364/271). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $325. (#7094)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8649

1880 $1 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (54/8349). NGC Census: (30/7600). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $21. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N1)

8650

1880 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3101/928). NGC Census: (3596/609). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8651

1880 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3101/928). NGC Census: (3598/609). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8652

1880 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3101/928). NGC Census: (3598/609). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8653

1880 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3598/609). PCGS Population (3101/928). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8654

1880 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3600/610). PCGS Population (3118/936). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8655

1880 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3122/937). NGC Census: (3601/610). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8656

1880 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3601/610). PCGS Population (3122/937). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8657

1880 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (848/80). NGC Census: (574/35). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $605. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8658

1880 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (857/80). NGC Census: (574/36). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $605. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8659

1880-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (4/5215). PCGS Population (3/10215). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $235. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N1)

8660

1880-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2540/6484). NGC Census: (1185/3500). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $480. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8661

1880-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3787/2654). NGC Census: (2139/1357). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $570. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8662

1880-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3787/2654). NGC Census: (2135/1357). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $570. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8663

1880-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2143/1357). PCGS Population (3797/2687). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $570. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8664

1880-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2076/578). NGC Census: (996/361). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,225. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8665

1880-CC $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (261/112). NGC Census: (248/126). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7101)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8666

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (75/392). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7104)(Registry values: P4)

8667

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (161/27). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7104)(Registry values: P4)

8668

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (168/27). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7104)(Registry values: P4)

8669

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1119/485). NGC Census: (494/134). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $935. (#7108)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8670

1880-CC $1 8/7 Reverse of 1878--Cleaned--ANACS. AU50 Details. Vam-5 Top-100. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/418). (#7110)(Registry values: P5)

8671

1880-CC $1 8/7 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (162/126). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7110)(Registry values: P5)

8672

1880-CC $1 8/7 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (161/125). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7110)(Registry values: P5)

8673

1880-O $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (1928/2959). NGC Census: (1429/2446). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $130. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8674

1880-O $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1570/876). PCGS Population (1900/1059). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $330. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8675

1880-O $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (854/20). PCGS Population (1041/20). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,430. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N1793)

8676

1880-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (28869/10277). NGC Census: (27261/12513). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $135. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8677

1880-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (9466/3027). PCGS Population (8555/1690). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8678

1880-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (9466/3027). PCGS Population (8555/1690). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8679

1880-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (8584/1693). NGC Census: (9477/3036). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8680

1880-S $1 MS66 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (9477/3036). PCGS Population (8584/1693). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8681

1880-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (8563/1692). NGC Census: (9469/3029). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8682

1880-S $1 MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (1548/145). NGC Census: (2793/243). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8683

1880-S $1 MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (2789/243). PCGS Population (1547/145). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8684

1880-S $1 MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (2793/243). PCGS Population (1548/145). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8685

1880-S $1 MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (2793/243). PCGS Population (1548/145). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8686

1880-S $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (1866/867). PCGS Population (2390/788). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $230. (#7119)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8687

1880-S $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (429/130). PCGS Population (604/208). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $610. (#97119)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8688

1880-S $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike Cameo ANACS. Vam-11, Hot-50. PCGS Population (179/28). NGC Census: (110/20). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $2,025. (#97119)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8689

1881 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3081/596). PCGS Population (3024/803). Mintage: 9,163,975. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#7124)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8690

1881 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (739/64). NGC Census: (545/51). Mintage: 9,163,975. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $645. (#7124)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8691

1881-CC $1 G6 ICG. NGC Census: (7/7243). PCGS Population (7/16234). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $246. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N1)

8692

1881-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (7/7203). PCGS Population (6/16148). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $342. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N1)

8693

1881-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3389/11623). NGC Census: (1424/5220). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $450. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8694

1881-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6099/5457). NGC Census: (2713/2502). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8695

1881-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6132/5491). NGC Census: (2714/2506). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8696

1881-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6099/5457). NGC Census: (2706/2502). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8697

1881-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6099/5457). NGC Census: (2706/2502). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8698

1881-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2714/2506). PCGS Population (6132/5491). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $510. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8699

1881-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3943/1548). NGC Census: (1732/774). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $950. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8700

1881-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3943/1548). NGC Census: (1732/774). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $950. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8701

1881-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1434/114). NGC Census: (666/108). Mintage: 296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,250. (#7126)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8702

1881-CC $1 MS62 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (90/794). NGC Census: (50/392). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $454. (#7127)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8703

1881-CC $1 MS63 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (298/498). NGC Census: (130/262). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $485. (#7127)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8704

1881-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (132/26). NGC Census: (57/15). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $840. (#7127)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8705

1881-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (132/26). NGC Census: (57/15). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $840. (#7127)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8706

1881-O $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3371/461). PCGS Population (2672/452). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8707

1881-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2672/452). NGC Census: (3371/461). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8708

1881-O $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3371/461). PCGS Population (2672/452). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8709

1881-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2672/452). NGC Census: (3371/461). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8710

1881-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2672/452). NGC Census: (3372/461). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8711

1881-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2672/452). NGC Census: (3372/461). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8712

1881-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (442/12). NGC Census: (453/8). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,225. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8713

1881-O $1 MS65 ANACS. PCGS Population (444/12). NGC Census: (453/8). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,225. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8714

1881-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (453/8). PCGS Population (444/12). Mintage: 5,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,225. (#7128)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8715

1881-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (75090/54659). NGC Census: (74027/57177). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $50. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8716

1881-S $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (10843/1429). NGC Census: (12488/3016). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8717

1881-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (10870/1430). NGC Census: (12503/3023). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8718

1881-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (10870/1430). NGC Census: (12503/3023). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8719

1881-S $1 MS67 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (2863/160). PCGS Population (1341/89). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8720

1881-S $1 MS67 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (2863/160). PCGS Population (1341/89). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8721

1881-S $1 MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (2863/160). PCGS Population (1341/89). Mintage: 12,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7130)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8722

1881-S $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (1801/553). NGC Census: (1547/616). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $225. (#7131)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8723

1881-S $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (505/113). PCGS Population (488/65). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#7131)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8724

1882 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1075/172). NGC Census: (1000/179). Mintage: 11,101,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $445. (#7132)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8725

1882 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1000/179). PCGS Population (1075/172). Mintage: 11,101,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $445. (#7132)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8726

1882 $1 MS65 ICG. NGC Census: (1001/180). PCGS Population (1075/172). Mintage: 11,101,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $445. (#7132)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8727

1882-CC $1 MS62 PCGS, 1883-CC $1 MS62 PCGS, 1884-CC $1 MS62 PCGS, and a 1891-CC $1 MS61 PCGS. This lot is accompanied by a display case.(Registry values: P3, N208)

8728

1882-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3793/2788). PCGS Population (8667/5340). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8729

1882-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3809/2796). PCGS Population (8667/5340). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8730

1882-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (8667/5340). NGC Census: (3793/2788). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8731

1882-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (4304/1036). NGC Census: (2284/504). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8732

1882-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (4304/1036). NGC Census: (2291/505). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8733

1882-CC $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (2291/505). PCGS Population (4304/1036). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8734

1882-CC $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (2291/505). PCGS Population (4304/1036). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8735

1882-CC $1 MS65 ANACS. NGC Census: (2291/507). PCGS Population (4320/1040). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8736

1882-CC $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (2291/507). PCGS Population (4320/1040). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8737

1882-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (462/45). PCGS Population (990/50). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,185. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

8738

1882-CC $1 MS66 ANACS. NGC Census: (462/45). PCGS Population (990/50). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,185. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

8739

1882-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (462/45). PCGS Population (990/50). Mintage: 1,133,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,185. (#7134)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

8740

1882-CC $1 MS63 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (628/1130). NGC Census: (291/579). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7135)(Registry values: P3, N208)

8741

1882-CC $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (736/394). NGC Census: (388/191). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7135)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8742

1882-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (158/33). PCGS Population (333/61). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $505. (#7135)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8743

1882-CC $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (228/378). PCGS Population (518/1117). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $460. (#97135)(Registry values: P3, N208)

8744

1882-CC $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (518/1119). NGC Census: (228/378). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $460. (#97135)(Registry values: P3, N208)

8745

1882-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (4266/650). NGC Census: (4764/430). Mintage: 6,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $68. (#7136)(Registry values: P3, N208)

8746

1882-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (4282/658). NGC Census: (4763/430). Mintage: 6,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $68. (#7136)(Registry values: P3, N208)

8747

1882-O $1 O/S Broken MS64 PCGS. Vam-5, Top-100. PCGS Population (4282/658). NGC Census: (4763/430). Mintage: 6,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $68. (#7136)(Registry values: P3, N208)

8748

1882-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (634/19). NGC Census: (421/9). Mintage: 6,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $980. (#7136)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8749

1882-O $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (639/19). NGC Census: (421/9). Mintage: 6,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $980. (#7136)(Registry values: P3, N991)

8750

1882-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (4001/603). NGC Census: (5327/1429). Mintage: 9,250,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#7140)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8751

1882-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5330/1432). PCGS Population (4017/606). Mintage: 9,250,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#7140)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8752

1882-S $1 MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (565/32). NGC Census: (1356/71). Mintage: 9,250,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $835. (#7140)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8753

1882-S $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (166/15). PCGS Population (67/4). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $545. (#7141)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8754

1883 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6857/4230). NGC Census: (7328/4270). Mintage: 12,291,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $55. (#7142)(Registry values: P2, N208)

8755

1883 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3450/780). NGC Census: (3439/831). Mintage: 12,291,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $200. (#7142)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8756

1883 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3439/831). PCGS Population (3450/780). Mintage: 12,291,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $200. (#7142)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8757

1883 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (730/102). PCGS Population (727/54). Mintage: 12,291,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $520. (#7142)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8758

1883 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (730/54). NGC Census: (730/102). Mintage: 12,291,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $520. (#7142)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8759

1883 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (235/82). NGC Census: (134/49). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#97143)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8760

1883 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (235/82). NGC Census: (134/49). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#97143)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8761

1883-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6638/1760). NGC Census: (3447/889). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8762

1883-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6638/1760). NGC Census: (3447/889). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8763

1883-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6638/1760). NGC Census: (3457/889). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8764

1883-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6638/1760). NGC Census: (3457/889). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8765

1883-CC $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3457/890). PCGS Population (6652/1767). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8766

1883-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6638/1760). NGC Census: (3447/889). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7144)
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: P2, N491)

8767

8768

1883-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1634/126). NGC Census: (798/91). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $780. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8769

1883-CC $1 MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (798/91). PCGS Population (1634/126). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $780. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8770

1883-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1641/126). NGC Census: (799/91). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $780. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8771

1883-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1641/126). NGC Census: (799/91). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $780. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8772

1883-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (799/91). PCGS Population (1641/126). Mintage: 1,204,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $780. (#7144)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8773

1883-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (283/64). PCGS Population (550/130). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#7145)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8774

1883-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (549/129). NGC Census: (285/65). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#7145)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8775

1883-CC $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (63/2). PCGS Population (121/8). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,175. (#7145)(Registry values: P2, N1793)

8776

1883-CC $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (121/8). NGC Census: (63/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,175. (#7145)(Registry values: P2, N1793)

8777

1883-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (1205/756). NGC Census: (517/238). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $535. (#97145)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8778

1883-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (1211/758). NGC Census: (516/238). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $535. (#97145)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8779

1883-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (516/238). PCGS Population (1211/758). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $535. (#97145)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8780

1883-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (653/105). NGC Census: (198/40). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,250. (#97145)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8781

1883-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (653/105). NGC Census: (198/40). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,250. (#97145)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8782

1883-O $1 MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (7638/802). PCGS Population (6001/629). Mintage: 8,725,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $185. (#7146)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8783

1883-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (602/28). NGC Census: (779/26). Mintage: 8,725,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#7146)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8784

1883-O $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (525/552). NGC Census: (324/340). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $110. (#97147)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8785

1883-O $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (447/105). NGC Census: (280/60). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#97147)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8786

1883-S $1 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (446/2642). NGC Census: (524/1950). Mintage: 6,250,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $155. (#7148)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8787

1883-S $1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (488/1459). PCGS Population (329/2313). Mintage: 6,250,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $260. (#7148)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8788

1883-S $1 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (351/1833). NGC Census: (272/1124). Mintage: 6,250,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $625. (#7148)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8789

1884 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1638/283). PCGS Population (1844/387). Mintage: 14,070,875. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#7150)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8790

1884 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1844/387). NGC Census: (1639/283). Mintage: 14,070,875. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#7150)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8791

1884 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1844/387). NGC Census: (1639/283). Mintage: 14,070,875. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#7150)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8792

1884 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (358/29). NGC Census: (248/35). Mintage: 14,070,875. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $675. (#7150)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8793

1884 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (58/14). PCGS Population (91/34). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $725. (#97151)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8794

1884-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (12343/7633). NGC Census: (6008/4248). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $205. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N208)

8795

1884-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (5982/4232). PCGS Population (12309/7616). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $205. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N208)

8796

1884-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6240/1376). NGC Census: (3478/754). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8797

1884-CC $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3493/754). PCGS Population (6248/1378). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8798

1884-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6254/1379). NGC Census: (3494/754). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8799

1884-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6254/1379). NGC Census: (3494/754). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8800

1884-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6254/1379). NGC Census: (3494/754). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8801

1884-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (669/85). PCGS Population (1319/57). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8802

1884-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1319/57). NGC Census: (669/85). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8803

1884-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (669/85). PCGS Population (1319/57). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8804

1884-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (670/84). PCGS Population (1321/57). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8805

1884-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1322/57). NGC Census: (670/84). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8806

1884-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1322/57). NGC Census: (670/84). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8807

1884-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1322/57). NGC Census: (670/84). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8808

1884-CC $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (670/84). PCGS Population (1322/57). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8809

1884-CC $1 MS66 ANACS. NGC Census: (670/84). PCGS Population (1322/57). Mintage: 1,136,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#7152)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8810

1884-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. GSA. PCGS Population (434/88). NGC Census: (225/58). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $425. (#7153)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8811

1884-CC $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (52/6). PCGS Population (87/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,150. (#7153)(Registry values: P2, N1793)

8812

1884-CC $1 MS62 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (227/2621). NGC Census: (74/1139). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $225. (#97153)(Registry values: P2, N208)

8813

1884-O $1 MS64 NGC. Ex:Binion Collection. NGC Census: (60436/15098). PCGS Population (45476/11805). Mintage: 9,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $53. (#7154)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8814

1884-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (45476/11805). NGC Census: (60436/15098). Mintage: 9,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $53. (#7154)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8815

1884-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1057/54). NGC Census: (1396/83). Mintage: 9,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#7154)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8816

1884-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1062/54). NGC Census: (1403/83). Mintage: 9,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#7154)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8817

1884-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1063/54). NGC Census: (1403/83). Mintage: 9,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#7154)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8818

1884-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (231/52). NGC Census: (116/12). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#97155)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8819

1884-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (231/52). NGC Census: (116/12). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $775. (#97155)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8820

1884-S $1 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (779/2705). PCGS Population (710/1878). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $280. (#7156)(Registry values: P9, N491)

8821

1884-S $1 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (782/2710). PCGS Population (709/1880). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $280. (#7156)(Registry values: P9, N491)

8822

1884-S $1 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (1066/812). NGC Census: (1113/1592). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $485. (#7156)(Registry values: P9, N491)

8823

1884-S $1 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (1066/814). NGC Census: (1117/1591). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $485. (#7156)(Registry values: P9, N491)

8824

1884-S $1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (1227/365). PCGS Population (579/233). Mintage: 3,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,200. (#7156)(Registry values: P9, N491)

8825

1885 $1 MS64 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (23412/9786). PCGS Population (18648/8258). Mintage: 17,787,768. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $55. (#7158)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8826

1885 $1 MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (71/1). NGC Census: (176/5). Mintage: 17,787,768. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,200. (#7158)(Registry values: P1, N1793)

8827

1885 $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (204/61). PCGS Population (300/70). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $700. (#97159)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8828

1885 $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (55/5). PCGS Population (66/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $3,450. (#97159)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8829

1885-CC $1 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (1629/4706). PCGS Population (3804/10663). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $560. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8830

1885-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3812/10700). NGC Census: (1641/4714). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $560. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8831

1885-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6233/4430). NGC Census: (2701/2005). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $615. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8832

1885-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2701/2005). PCGS Population (6233/4430). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $615. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8833

1885-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2701/2005). PCGS Population (6233/4430). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $615. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8834

1885-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6242/4436). NGC Census: (2705/2005). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $615. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8835

1885-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (6256/4444). NGC Census: (2707/2007). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $615. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8836

1885-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2707/2007). PCGS Population (6256/4444). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $615. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8837

1885-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3528/902). NGC Census: (1512/493). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,020. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8838

1885-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3538/906). NGC Census: (1514/493). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,020. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8839

1885-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3496/890). NGC Census: (1499/477). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,020. (#7160)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8840

1885-CC $1 MS62 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (164/1078). NGC Census: (61/409). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $575. (#97161)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8841

1885-O $1 MS65 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (21589/3833). PCGS Population (15252/2127). Mintage: 9,185,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $150. (#7162)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8842

1885-O $1 MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (3443/438). PCGS Population (2043/131). Mintage: 9,185,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $330. (#7162)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8843

1885-O $1 MS66 ANACS. NGC Census: (3437/436). PCGS Population (2033/132). Mintage: 9,185,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $330. (#7162)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8844

1885-O $1 MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (132/0). NGC Census: (428/9). Mintage: 9,185,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,350. (#7162)(Registry values: P1, N1793)

8845

1885-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2405/2376). NGC Census: (1322/1445). Mintage: 1,497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $260. (#7164)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8846

1885-S $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1324/1445). PCGS Population (2420/2391). Mintage: 1,497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $260. (#7164)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8847

1885-S $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1324/1445). PCGS Population (2420/2391). Mintage: 1,497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $260. (#7164)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8848

1885-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1965/426). NGC Census: (1248/197). Mintage: 1,497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $575. (#7164)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8849

1885-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1248/197). PCGS Population (1965/426). Mintage: 1,497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $575. (#7164)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8850

1885-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1965/426). NGC Census: (1248/197). Mintage: 1,497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $575. (#7164)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8851

1886 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2181/215). NGC Census: (3642/605). Mintage: 19,963,886. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#7166)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8852

1886 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (3655/605). PCGS Population (2196/215). Mintage: 19,963,886. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#7166)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8853

1886 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (3655/605). PCGS Population (2196/215). Mintage: 19,963,886. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#7166)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8854

1886 $1 MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (212/3). NGC Census: (595/10). Mintage: 19,963,886. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,050. (#7166)(Registry values: P1, N1793)

8855

1886 $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (212/3). NGC Census: (595/10). Mintage: 19,963,886. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,050. (#7166)(Registry values: P1, N1793)

8856

1886-O $1 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (307/1363). NGC Census: (396/783). Mintage: 10,710,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $725. (#7168)(Registry values: P8, N991)

8857

1886-O $1 MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (399/382). PCGS Population (648/714). Mintage: 10,710,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,475. (#7168)(Registry values: P8, N991)

8858

1886-S $1 MS61 ANACS. Vam-2 Top-100. NGC Census: (181/2064). PCGS Population (239/3779). Mintage: 750,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $250. (#7170)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8859

1886-S $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (809/747). PCGS Population (1500/1370). Mintage: 750,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $360. (#7170)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8860

1886-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1084/282). NGC Census: (628/119). Mintage: 750,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $650. (#7170)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8861

1887 $1 Uncirculated NGC. Ex:Battle Creek Collection. NGC Census: (70/112899). PCGS Population (70/89127). Mintage: 20,290,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $28. (#7172)(Registry values: P1, N69)

8862

1887 $1 MS64 ★ NGC. Ex: Battle Creek Collection. NGC Census: (58616/23052). PCGS Population (41844/14079). Mintage: 20,290,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $53. (#7172)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8863

1887 $1 MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (2747/226). PCGS Population (1165/61). Mintage: 20,290,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#7172)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8864

1887 $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1165/61). NGC Census: (2749/226). Mintage: 20,290,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#7172)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8865

1887 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1168/61). NGC Census: (2749/226). Mintage: 20,290,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#7172)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8866

1887 $1 MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (225/2). PCGS Population (60/1). Mintage: 20,290,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,550. (#7172)(Registry values: P1, N1793)

8867

1887 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (330/204). NGC Census: (391/124). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $290. (#97173)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8868

1887/6 $1 MS62 NGC. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. NGC Census: (128/545). PCGS Population (284/874). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $430. (#7174)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8869

1887/6 $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (266/279). PCGS Population (413/463). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $500. (#7174)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8870

1887/6 $1 MS64 NGC. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. NGC Census: (216/63). PCGS Population (341/120). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $900. (#7174)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8871

1887/6 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (342/121). NGC Census: (216/63). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $900. (#7174)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8872

1887/6 $1 MS63 Prooflike NGC. Vam-2, Top-100. NGC Census: (33/82). PCGS Population (38/97). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $885. (#7175)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8873

1887/6 $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. NGC Census: (60/22). PCGS Population (60/33). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,425. (#7175)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

8874

1887-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2898/2387). NGC Census: (3575/1751). Mintage: 11,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $90. (#7176)(Registry values: P5, N208)

8875

1887-S $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (895/2313). PCGS Population (1338/4087). Mintage: 1,771,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $135. (#7180)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8876

1887-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2224/1863). NGC Census: (1335/978). Mintage: 1,771,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $225. (#7180)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8877

1888 $1 MS63 PCGS. VAM-11. Double Ear. Top 100. Mintage: 19,183,832. (#133916)

8878

1888 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (649/42). PCGS Population (518/11). Mintage: 19,183,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $570. (#7182)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8879

1888 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (518/11). NGC Census: (649/42). Mintage: 19,183,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $570. (#7182)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8880

1888 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (651/42). PCGS Population (528/11). Mintage: 19,183,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $570. (#7182)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8881

1888 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (526/11). NGC Census: (650/42). Mintage: 19,183,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $570. (#7182)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8882

1888-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1531/173). NGC Census: (1232/38). Mintage: 12,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7184)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8883

1888-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1531/173). NGC Census: (1232/38). Mintage: 12,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7184)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8884

1888-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1539/173). NGC Census: (1232/38). Mintage: 12,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7184)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8885

1888-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1232/38). PCGS Population (1546/173). Mintage: 12,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7184)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8886

1888-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1546/173). NGC Census: (1232/38). Mintage: 12,150,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7184)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8887

1888-O $1 Doubled Die Obverse VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/170). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7308)(Registry values: P6)

8888

1888-S $1 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (809/921). PCGS Population (1771/1540). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8889

1888-S $1 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (810/921). PCGS Population (1777/1550). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8890

1888-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1302/238). NGC Census: (809/112). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $760. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8891

1888-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1307/239). NGC Census: (809/112). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $760. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8892

1888-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1311/239). NGC Census: (809/112). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $760. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8893

1888-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1302/238). NGC Census: (809/112). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $760. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8894

1888-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1305/239). NGC Census: (809/112). Mintage: 657,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $760. (#7186)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8895

1888-S $1 MS61 Deep Mirror Prooflike ICG. NGC Census: (3/71). PCGS Population (9/155). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $300. (#97187)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8896

1889 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1693/109). PCGS Population (1456/164). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8897

1889 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1456/164). NGC Census: (1693/109). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8898

1889 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1477/164). NGC Census: (1693/108). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8899

1889 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1466/164). NGC Census: (1694/108). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8900

1889 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1694/108). PCGS Population (1466/164). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8901

1889 $1 --Doubled Ear--MS66 PCGS. Vam-16 Hot-50. PCGS Population (3/0). NGC Census: (1/2). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,225. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

8902

1889 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (159/5). NGC Census: (107/1). Mintage: 21,726,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,175. (#7188)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

8903

1889 $1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (73/126). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $195. (#97189)(Registry values: P3, N491)

8904

1889-CC $1 --Scratched--NCS. AG Details. NGC Census: (14/2462). PCGS Population (42/3702). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $285. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8905

1889-CC $1 VG8 ICG. Mintage: 350,000. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8906

1889-CC $1 F12 PCGS. PCGS Population (191/3022). NGC Census: (115/2100). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $790. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8907

1889-CC $1 F12 PCGS. PCGS Population (192/3043). NGC Census: (115/2106). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $790. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8908

1889-CC $1 --Harshly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (141/1842). PCGS Population (211/2545). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $1,200. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8909

1889-CC $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (141/1842). PCGS Population (211/2545). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $1,200. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8910

1889-CC $1 VF25 ANACS. NGC Census: (129/1719). PCGS Population (230/2335). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $1,379. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1)

8911

1889-CC $1 --Cleaned, Rim Damaged--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (189/1276). PCGS Population (370/1395). Mintage: 350,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $2,475. (#7190)(Registry values: P9, N1793)

8912

1889-O $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1153/874). PCGS Population (1685/1454). Mintage: 11,875,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $335. (#7192)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8913

1889-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1301/139). NGC Census: (823/50). Mintage: 11,875,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $715. (#7192)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8914

1889-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1315/139). NGC Census: (824/50). Mintage: 11,875,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $715. (#7192)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8915

1889-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1315/139). NGC Census: (824/50). Mintage: 11,875,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $715. (#7192)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8916

1889-S $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1183/1394). PCGS Population (2165/2502). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $305. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8917

1889-S $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1183/1394). PCGS Population (2165/2502). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $305. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8918

1889-S $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1183/1394). PCGS Population (2165/2502). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $305. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8919

1889-S $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1183/1394). PCGS Population (2165/2502). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $305. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8920

1889-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1901/590). NGC Census: (1150/241). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $545. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8921

1889-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1910/592). NGC Census: (1153/241). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $545. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8922

1889-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1910/592). NGC Census: (1153/241). Mintage: 700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $545. (#7194)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8923

1890 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3320/233). PCGS Population (2685/305). Mintage: 16,802,590. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#7196)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8924

1890 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3320/233). PCGS Population (2685/305). Mintage: 16,802,590. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#7196)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8925

1890 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3320/233). PCGS Population (2685/305). Mintage: 16,802,590. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#7196)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8926

1890 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2699/313). NGC Census: (3320/233). Mintage: 16,802,590. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#7196)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8927

1890-CC $1 Tail Bar--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Vam-4 Top-100. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (10/367). (#87198)(Registry values: P6)

8928

1890-CC $1 Tail Bar AU53 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (10/357). NGC Census: (0/0). (#87198)(Registry values: P6)

8929

1890-CC $1 MS60 ICG. NGC Census: (63/3445). PCGS Population (156/7380). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $325. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8930

1890-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (1880/4992). NGC Census: (979/2142). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $510. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8931

1890-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2860/2103). NGC Census: (1263/876). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $735. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8932

1890-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2864/2110). NGC Census: (1266/876). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $735. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8933

1890-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2875/2117). NGC Census: (1267/875). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $735. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8934

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1854/249). NGC Census: (812/64). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,450. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8935

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1849/247). NGC Census: (812/64). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,450. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8936

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1854/249). NGC Census: (812/64). Mintage: 2,309,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,450. (#7198)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8937

1890-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2895/407). NGC Census: (2264/157). Mintage: 10,701,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7200)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8938

1890-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2891/411). NGC Census: (2271/157). Mintage: 10,701,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7200)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8939

1890-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2434/707). NGC Census: (1833/337). Mintage: 8,230,373. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7202)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8940

1890-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2434/707). NGC Census: (1833/337). Mintage: 8,230,373. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7202)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8941

1890-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2448/708). NGC Census: (1834/336). Mintage: 8,230,373. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7202)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8942

1890-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (578/129). NGC Census: (291/46). Mintage: 8,230,373. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $865. (#7202)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8943

1890-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (578/129). NGC Census: (291/46). Mintage: 8,230,373. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $865. (#7202)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8944

1890-S $1 MS65 ANACS. NGC Census: (290/46). PCGS Population (579/129). Mintage: 8,230,373. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $865. (#7202)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8945

1891 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2278/1450). NGC Census: (1665/1066). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8946

1891 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2278/1450). NGC Census: (1665/1066). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8947

1891 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2278/1450). NGC Census: (1665/1066). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8948

1891 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2317/1494). NGC Census: (1671/1065). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8949

1891 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (993/73). PCGS Population (1347/93). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8950

1891 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1380/98). NGC Census: (993/72). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8951

1891 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1395/99). NGC Census: (993/72). Mintage: 8,694,206. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7204)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8952

1891-CC $1 AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (90/5751). PCGS Population (162/10802). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $165. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N1)

8953

1891-CC $1 MS60 ICG. NGC Census: (98/5411). PCGS Population (315/10270). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $275. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8954

1891-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. Vam-3 Top-100. NGC Census: (98/5411). PCGS Population (315/10270). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $275. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8955

1891-CC $1 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (804/9411). NGC Census: (513/4875). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $345. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8956

1891-CC $1 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (811/9459). NGC Census: (521/4890). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $345. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8957

1891-CC $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (1406/3469). PCGS Population (2244/7167). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $430. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8958

1891-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (2250/7182). NGC Census: (1410/3475). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $430. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8959

1891-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (2254/7205). NGC Census: (1413/3477). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $430. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8960

1891-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (2254/7205). NGC Census: (1413/3477). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $430. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8961

1891-CC $1 Spitting Eagle MS63 NGC. Vam-3, Top-100. NGC Census: (1964/1513). PCGS Population (3919/3286). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $590. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8962

1891-CC $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1956/1513). PCGS Population (3905/3262). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $590. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8963

1891-CC $1 Spitting Eagle MS63 NGC. VAM-3 Top 100. NGC Census: (1964/1513). PCGS Population (3919/3286). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $590. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8964

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2777/485). NGC Census: (1360/153). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,090. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8965

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2777/485). NGC Census: (1360/153). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,090. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8966

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2794/492). NGC Census: (1360/153). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,090. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8967

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2794/492). NGC Census: (1360/153). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,090. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8968

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2794/492). NGC Census: (1360/153). Mintage: 1,618,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,090. (#7206)(Registry values: P6, N991)

8969

1891-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1772/1299). NGC Census: (1261/925). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8970

1891-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1772/1307). NGC Census: (1263/922). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8971

1891-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1772/1299). NGC Census: (1261/925). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8972

1891-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1190/87). NGC Census: (846/76). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8973

1891-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1190/87). NGC Census: (846/76). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8974

1891-O $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (847/76). PCGS Population (1202/88). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8975

1891-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1202/88). NGC Census: (849/76). Mintage: 7,954,529. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7208)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8976

1891-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1627/423). NGC Census: (1178/209). Mintage: 5,296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7210)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8977

1891-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1619/422). NGC Census: (1176/209). Mintage: 5,296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7210)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8978

1891-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (367/56). NGC Census: (190/19). Mintage: 5,296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,185. (#7210)(Registry values: P5, N1793)

8979

1891-S $1 MS65 ICG. NGC Census: (190/19). PCGS Population (367/56). Mintage: 5,296,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,185. (#7210)(Registry values: P5, N1793)

8980

1891-S $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (108/16). PCGS Population (92/21). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#7211)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8981

1892 $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (918/763). PCGS Population (1533/1450). Mintage: 1,037,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $360. (#7212)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8982

1892 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1533/1450). NGC Census: (918/763). Mintage: 1,037,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $360. (#7212)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8983

1892-CC $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (9/3461). PCGS Population (36/6116). Mintage: 1,352,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $250. (#7214)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8984

1892-CC $1 VF30 ICG. NGC Census: (18/3429). PCGS Population (37/6052). Mintage: 1,352,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $324. (#7214)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8985

1892-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (39/3274). PCGS Population (62/5748). Mintage: 1,352,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $620. (#7214)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8986

1892-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (89/3179). PCGS Population (109/5606). Mintage: 1,352,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $700. (#7214)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8987

1892-O $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1317/1170). PCGS Population (2118/1711). Mintage: 2,744,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $260. (#7216)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8988

1892-O $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1092/76). PCGS Population (1533/156). Mintage: 2,744,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $680. (#7216)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8989

1892-S $1 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (658/724). NGC Census: (792/889). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $701. (#7218)(Registry values: P8, N491)

8990

1892-S $1 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (791/889). PCGS Population (664/728). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $701. (#7218)(Registry values: P8, N491)

8991

1892-S $1 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (664/728). NGC Census: (791/889). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $701. (#7218)(Registry values: P8, N491)

8992

1892/1892-S $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Vam-2 Top-100. NGC Census: (292/597). PCGS Population (267/461). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,400. (#7218)(Registry values: P8, N1793)

8993

1893 $1 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (245/3874). NGC Census: (181/2440). Mintage: 389,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $251. (#7220)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8994

1893 $1 XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (181/2440). PCGS Population (245/3874). Mintage: 389,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $251. (#7220)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8995

1893 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (158/2277). PCGS Population (165/3680). Mintage: 389,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#7220)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8996

1893 $1 AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (158/2277). PCGS Population (165/3680). Mintage: 389,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#7220)(Registry values: P7, N491)

8997

1893 $1 MS63 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1121/1276). NGC Census: (554/694). Mintage: 389,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $985. (#7220)(Registry values: P7, N991)

8998

1893-CC $1 --Rim Damaged--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (50/2238). PCGS Population (74/4182). Mintage: 677,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $220. (#7222)(Registry values: P8, N1)

8999

1893-CC $1 VG8 ICG. NGC Census: (50/2238). PCGS Population (74/4182). Mintage: 677,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $220. (#7222)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9000

1893-CC $1 VG10 ICG. NGC Census: (44/2194). PCGS Population (89/4093). Mintage: 677,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $241. (#7222)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9001

1893-CC $1 --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (130/1529). PCGS Population (144/3195). Mintage: 677,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $1,381. (#7222)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9002

1893-O $1 VF35 ICG. NGC Census: (37/1514). PCGS Population (68/1962). Mintage: 300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $413. (#7224)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9003

1893-O $1 XF40 ICG. NGC Census: (75/1439). PCGS Population (117/1845). Mintage: 300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $475. (#7224)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9004

1894 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (14/2092). PCGS Population (25/3072). Mintage: 110,972. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $1,050. (#7228)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9005

1894-O $1 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (282/1820). PCGS Population (231/1916). Mintage: 1,723,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $240. (#7230)(Registry values: P7, N491)

9006

1894-O $1 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (597/857). PCGS Population (407/1093). Mintage: 1,723,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $321. (#7230)(Registry values: P7, N491)

9007

1894-O $1 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (158/860). NGC Census: (206/542). Mintage: 1,723,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $800. (#7230)(Registry values: P7, N991)

9008

1894-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (983/881). NGC Census: (474/404). Mintage: 1,260,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $945. (#7232)(Registry values: P6, N991)

9009

1895-O $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (53/2868). PCGS Population (73/3019). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $325. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N1)

9010

1895-O $1 F12 ICG. NGC Census: (54/2876). PCGS Population (75/3052). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $325. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N1)

9011

1895-O $1 --Obverse Damaged--ICG. VF25 Details. NGC Census: (76/2711). PCGS Population (95/2763). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $466. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N1)

9012

1895-O $1 --Cleaned--ANACS. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (225/2297). PCGS Population (301/2136). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $625. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9013

1895-O $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (226/2303). PCGS Population (304/2162). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $625. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9014

1895-O $1 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (575/1722). PCGS Population (596/1540). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $765. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9015

1895-O $1 AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (375/1178). NGC Census: (322/1403). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,025. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N991)

9016

1895-O $1 --Reengraved, Whizzed--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (322/1404). PCGS Population (376/1184). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,025. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N991)

9017

1895-O $1 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (322/1404). PCGS Population (376/1184). Mintage: 450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,025. (#7236)(Registry values: P9, N991)

9018

1895-S $1 F12 ICG. NGC Census: (33/1158). PCGS Population (60/1958). Mintage: 400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $400. (#7238)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9019

1895-S $1 --Cleaned, Scratched--ICG. Fine 15 Details. NGC Census: (41/1117). PCGS Population (73/1885). Mintage: 400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $426. (#7238)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9020

1895-S/S $1 --Cleaned--ANACS. XF Details Net VF30. Vam-3 Hot-50. NGC Census: (47/1017). PCGS Population (81/1684). Mintage: 400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $621. (#7238)(Registry values: P8, N1)

9021

1896 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (589/24). NGC Census: (534/46). Mintage: 9,976,762. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $480. (#7240)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9022

1896 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (589/24). NGC Census: (535/46). Mintage: 9,976,762. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $480. (#7240)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9023

1896-O $1 AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (1126/1065). PCGS Population (731/1157). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $350. (#7242)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9024

1896-O $1 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (731/1157). NGC Census: (1126/1065). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $350. (#7242)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9025

1896-S $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (49/745). PCGS Population (40/1474). Mintage: 5,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $635. (#7244)(Registry values: P7, N991)

9026

1897 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1299/167). PCGS Population (1312/271). Mintage: 2,822,731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#7246)(Registry values: P3, N491)

9027

1897 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1298/165). PCGS Population (1310/271). Mintage: 2,822,731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#7246)(Registry values: P3, N491)

9028

1897 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (155/10). PCGS Population (253/16). Mintage: 2,822,731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $925. (#7246)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

9029

1897 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (253/16). NGC Census: (155/10). Mintage: 2,822,731. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $925. (#7246)(Registry values: P3, N1793)

9030

1897-O $1 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (638/2760). PCGS Population (649/2031). Mintage: 4,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $140. (#7248)(Registry values: P7, N208)

9031

1897-O $1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (452/807). PCGS Population (293/751). Mintage: 4,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $850. (#7248)(Registry values: P7, N991)

9032

1897-O $1 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (291/734). NGC Census: (450/809). Mintage: 4,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $850. (#7248)(Registry values: P7, N991)

9033

1897-O $1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (452/808). PCGS Population (291/741). Mintage: 4,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $850. (#7248)(Registry values: P7, N991)

9034

1897-O $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (454/280). NGC Census: (378/431). Mintage: 4,004,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,575. (#7248)(Registry values: P7, N1793)

9035

1897-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (980/223). NGC Census: (630/120). Mintage: 5,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $545. (#7250)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9036

1897-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (629/120). PCGS Population (982/223). Mintage: 5,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $545. (#7250)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9037

1897-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (201/22). NGC Census: (109/11). Mintage: 5,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#7250)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

9038

1897-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (201/22). NGC Census: (109/11). Mintage: 5,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#7250)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

9039

1897-S $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (279/154). NGC Census: (240/125). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $160. (#7251)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9040

1898 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (509/25). NGC Census: (348/15). Mintage: 5,884,735. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $615. (#7252)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9041

1898-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (9720/1780). NGC Census: (10022/1759). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9042

1898-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (9940/1728). PCGS Population (9537/1739). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9043

1898-O $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1612/147). PCGS Population (1645/135). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9044

1898-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1645/135). NGC Census: (1612/147). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9045

1898-O $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1645/135). NGC Census: (1614/147). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9046

1898-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1645/135). NGC Census: (1614/147). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9047

1898-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1645/135). NGC Census: (1614/147). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9048

1898-O $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1616/147). PCGS Population (1652/136). Mintage: 4,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#7254)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9049

1898-O $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (44/1). NGC Census: (23/3). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $950. (#7255)(Registry values: P1, N991)

9050

1898-S $1 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (477/646). PCGS Population (955/1497). Mintage: 4,102,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $380. (#7256)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9051

1898-S $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1068/419). NGC Census: (539/106). Mintage: 4,102,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $640. (#7256)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9052

1899 $1 MS61 ICG. NGC Census: (228/5642). PCGS Population (177/8332). Mintage: 330,846. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $250. (#7258)(Registry values: P4, N208)

9053

1899 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2398/608). PCGS Population (3165/1149). Mintage: 330,846. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $370. (#7258)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9054

1899 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2398/608). PCGS Population (3165/1149). Mintage: 330,846. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $370. (#7258)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9055

1899 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (941/210). NGC Census: (525/84). Mintage: 330,846. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $850. (#7258)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9056

1899 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (941/208). NGC Census: (524/84). Mintage: 330,846. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $850. (#7258)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9057

1899 $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (72/7). NGC Census: (19/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $675. (#7259)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9058

1899-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1071/86). NGC Census: (899/86). Mintage: 12,290,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#7260)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9059

1899-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (21/8). PCGS Population (42/19). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,300. (#97261)(Registry values: P1, N991)

9060

1899-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (996/1608). NGC Census: (504/763). Mintage: 2,562,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $360. (#7262)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9061

1899-S $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1142/463). NGC Census: (594/168). Mintage: 2,562,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $610. (#7262)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9062

1899-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1150/462). NGC Census: (593/169). Mintage: 2,562,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $610. (#7262)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9063

1899-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1150/462). NGC Census: (593/169). Mintage: 2,562,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $610. (#7262)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9064

1899-S $1 MS63 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (47/109). NGC Census: (38/68). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $575. (#7263)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9065

1900 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3654/507). PCGS Population (3058/534). Mintage: 8,830,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#7264)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9066

1900 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3657/507). PCGS Population (3058/534). Mintage: 8,830,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#7264)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9067

1900 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (517/17). NGC Census: (475/32). Mintage: 8,830,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $565. (#7264)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9068

1900 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (478/34). PCGS Population (520/17). Mintage: 8,830,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $565. (#7264)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9069

1900 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (520/17). NGC Census: (478/34). Mintage: 8,830,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $565. (#7264)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9070

1900-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (5198/810). PCGS Population (5093/794). Mintage: 12,590,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $170. (#7266)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9071

1900-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (5198/810). PCGS Population (5093/794). Mintage: 12,590,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $170. (#7266)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9072

1900-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (5093/794). NGC Census: (5198/810). Mintage: 12,590,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $170. (#7266)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9073

1900-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (5198/810). PCGS Population (5093/794). Mintage: 12,590,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $170. (#7266)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9074

1900-O/CC $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (507/3871). NGC Census: (268/1453). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $425. (#7268)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9075

1900-O/CC $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (507/3885). NGC Census: (269/1457). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $425. (#7268)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9076

1900-O/CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1406/2465). NGC Census: (591/862). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $685. (#7268)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9077

1900-O/CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1406/2465). NGC Census: (592/862). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $685. (#7268)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9078

1900-O/CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1722/754). NGC Census: (698/164). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $945. (#7268)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9079

1900-S $1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (92/1954). PCGS Population (84/3665). Mintage: 3,540,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $250. (#7270)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9080

1900-S $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (704/943). PCGS Population (1252/1929). Mintage: 3,540,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $325. (#7270)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9081

1900-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1372/557). NGC Census: (780/163). Mintage: 3,540,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7270)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9082

1900-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (780/163). PCGS Population (1377/559). Mintage: 3,540,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7270)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9083

1900-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1377/559). NGC Census: (780/163). Mintage: 3,540,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7270)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9084

1900-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (466/92). NGC Census: (144/19). Mintage: 3,540,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,375. (#7270)(Registry values: P5, N1793)

9085

1900-S $1 MS62 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (24/132). PCGS Population (39/169). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $300. (#7271)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9086

1900-S $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (72/10). PCGS Population (81/30). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $600. (#7271)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9087

1901 $1 AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (268/2596). PCGS Population (346/2268). Mintage: 6,962,813. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $250. (#7272)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9088

1901 $1 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (1040/585). PCGS Population (684/546). Mintage: 6,962,813. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $785. (#7272)(Registry values: P9, N491)

9089

1901-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3699/367). PCGS Population (2273/423). Mintage: 13,320,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $165. (#7274)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9090

1901-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3702/368). PCGS Population (2297/428). Mintage: 13,320,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $165. (#7274)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9091

1901-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2296/428). NGC Census: (3701/368). Mintage: 13,320,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $165. (#7274)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9092

1901-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (420/3). NGC Census: (356/11). Mintage: 13,320,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $685. (#7274)(Registry values: P2, N1793)

9093

1901-O $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (138/11). NGC Census: (151/14). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#7275)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9094

1901-S $1 --Cleaned--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (22/1352). PCGS Population (22/2390). Mintage: 2,284,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $375. (#7276)(Registry values: P6, N491)

9095

1901-S $1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (93/1259). PCGS Population (84/2306). Mintage: 2,284,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $425. (#7276)(Registry values: P6, N491)

9096

1901-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (888/1032). NGC Census: (428/596). Mintage: 2,284,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $585. (#7276)(Registry values: P6, N991)

9097

1901-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (888/1032). NGC Census: (428/598). Mintage: 2,284,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $585. (#7276)(Registry values: P6, N991)

9098

1901-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (502/94). PCGS Population (778/250). Mintage: 2,284,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $910. (#7276)(Registry values: P6, N991)

9099

1902 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1221/395). NGC Census: (778/163). Mintage: 7,994,777. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7278)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9100

1902 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1218/395). NGC Census: (781/164). Mintage: 7,994,777. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7278)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9101

1902 $1 MS65 ICG. NGC Census: (778/163). PCGS Population (1220/395). Mintage: 7,994,777. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7278)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9102

1902 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1220/395). NGC Census: (778/163). Mintage: 7,994,777. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#7278)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9103

1902-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (5155/439). PCGS Population (3496/434). Mintage: 8,636,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $155. (#7280)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9104

1902-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (424/6). NGC Census: (421/20). Mintage: 8,636,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#7280)(Registry values: P1, N991)

9105

1902-O $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (418/20). PCGS Population (425/6). Mintage: 8,636,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#7280)(Registry values: P1, N991)

9106

1902-S $1 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (130/1825). PCGS Population (111/3441). Mintage: 1,530,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $275. (#7282)(Registry values: P6, N1)

9107

1902-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1250/1552). NGC Census: (631/830). Mintage: 1,530,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $480. (#7282)(Registry values: P6, N491)

9108

1902-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1250/1552). NGC Census: (631/830). Mintage: 1,530,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $480. (#7282)(Registry values: P6, N491)

9109

1902-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1269/286). NGC Census: (721/111). Mintage: 1,530,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $835. (#7282)(Registry values: P6, N991)

9110

1903 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3515/2569). PCGS Population (3874/3314). Mintage: 4,652,755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $92. (#7284)(Registry values: P2, N208)

9111

1903 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (2013/556). PCGS Population (2500/814). Mintage: 4,652,755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7284)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9112

1903 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (2013/556). PCGS Population (2500/814). Mintage: 4,652,755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7284)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9113

1903 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2500/814). NGC Census: (2013/556). Mintage: 4,652,755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7284)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9114

1903 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2505/819). NGC Census: (2015/556). Mintage: 4,652,755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7284)(Registry values: P2, N491)

9115

1903 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (756/63). NGC Census: (469/87). Mintage: 4,652,755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $480. (#7284)(Registry values: P2, N991)

9116

1903-O $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (715/8226). NGC Census: (385/4670). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $350. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9117

1903-O $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (397/4689). PCGS Population (717/8248). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $350. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9118

1903-O $1 MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (397/4689). PCGS Population (717/8248). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $350. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9119

1903-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2392/5856). NGC Census: (1108/3581). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $375. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N491)

9120

1903-O $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1168/344). PCGS Population (1833/567). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9121

1903-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1834/572). NGC Census: (1168/345). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9122

1903-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1834/572). NGC Census: (1169/346). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9123

1903-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1837/573). NGC Census: (1168/346). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9124

1903-O $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (518/55). NGC Census: (309/37). Mintage: 4,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#7286)(Registry values: P4, N991)

9125

1903-S $1 --Cleaned, Scratched--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (94/392). PCGS Population (61/713). Mintage: 1,241,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,575. (#7288)(Registry values: P7, N1793)

9126

1904 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1303/1226). NGC Census: (1071/902). Mintage: 2,788,650. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7290)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9127

1904 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1305/1233). NGC Census: (1074/903). Mintage: 2,788,650. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7290)(Registry values: P5, N491)

9128

1904 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1053/180). NGC Census: (812/91). Mintage: 2,788,650. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $635. (#7290)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9129

1904 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1047/180). NGC Census: (811/91). Mintage: 2,788,650. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $635. (#7290)(Registry values: P5, N991)

9130

1904-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (8854/743). NGC Census: (12918/1209). Mintage: 3,720,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $140. (#7292)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9131

1904-O $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (8911/744). NGC Census: (12928/1209). Mintage: 3,720,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $140. (#7292)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9132

1904-O $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (716/27). NGC Census: (1134/75). Mintage: 3,720,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#7292)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9133

1904-O $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1134/75). PCGS Population (717/27). Mintage: 3,720,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#7292)(Registry values: P1, N491)

9134

1904-O $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (57/0). NGC Census: (47/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $850. (#7293)(Registry values: P1, N1793)

9135

1921 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (4882/500). NGC Census: (7777/691). Mintage: 44,690,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $130. (#7296)(Registry values: P1, N208)

9136

1921 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (677/14). PCGS Population (488/12). Mintage: 44,690,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $750. (#7296)(Registry values: P1, N991)

9137

1921 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (490/12). NGC Census: (677/14). Mintage: 44,690,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $750. (#7296)(Registry values: P1, N991)

9138

1921-D $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (4374/1964). PCGS Population (3673/1473). Mintage: 20,345,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $120. (#7298)(Registry values: P3, N208)

9139

1921-D $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1275/198). NGC Census: (1725/235). Mintage: 20,345,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $310. (#7298)(Registry values: P3, N491)

9140

1921-D $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1730/235). PCGS Population (1275/198). Mintage: 20,345,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $310. (#7298)(Registry values: P3, N491)

9141

1921-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2833/724). NGC Census: (4315/725). Mintage: 21,695,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#7300)(Registry values: P4, N208)

9142

1921-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (694/24). NGC Census: (673/52). Mintage: 21,695,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $855. (#7300)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

Peace Dollars

9143

1921 $1 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (865/9390). NGC Census: (625/8031). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $160. (#7356)(Registry values: N208)

9144

1921 $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (1333/6387). PCGS Population (1576/7565). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $300. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9145

1921 $1 MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (1337/6405). PCGS Population (1582/7582). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $300. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9146

1921 $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (2293/4094). PCGS Population (3015/4550). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $440. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9147

1921 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3015/4550). NGC Census: (2293/4094). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $440. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9148

1921 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3015/4550). NGC Census: (2300/4099). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $440. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9149

1921 $1 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (2300/4099). PCGS Population (3014/4555). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $440. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9150

1921 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3022/4560). NGC Census: (2306/4099). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $440. (#7356)(Registry values: N491)

9151

1921 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3321/1229). NGC Census: (3039/1055). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9152

1921 $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (3321/1229). NGC Census: (3044/1055). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9153

1921 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3321/1229). NGC Census: (3044/1055). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9154

1921 $1 MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (3044/1055). PCGS Population (3321/1229). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9155

1921 $1 MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (3041/1058). PCGS Population (3324/1236). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9156

1921 $1 High Relief MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (3321/1234). NGC Census: (3044/1055). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9157

1921 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3324/1236). NGC Census: (3041/1058). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9158

1921 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3324/1236). NGC Census: (3041/1058). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9159

1921 $1 High Relief MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3324/1236). NGC Census: (3041/1058). Mintage: 1,006,473. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $735. (#7356)(Registry values: N991)

9160

1922 $1 MS62 PCGS. VAM-7. Doubled Wing. Top 50. Mintage: 51,737,000. (#133745)

9161

1922-D $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (724/177). PCGS Population (1029/140). Mintage: 15,063,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#7358)(Registry values: N491)

9162

1922-D $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (724/177). PCGS Population (1029/140). Mintage: 15,063,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#7358)(Registry values: N491)

9163

1922-D $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1008/139). NGC Census: (724/177). Mintage: 15,063,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#7358)(Registry values: N491)

9164

1922-D $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1010/139). NGC Census: (725/177). Mintage: 15,063,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#7358)(Registry values: N491)

9165

1922-S $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1391/249). NGC Census: (1486/221). Mintage: 17,475,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#7359)(Registry values: N491)

9166

1922-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1391/249). NGC Census: (1486/221). Mintage: 17,475,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#7359)(Registry values: N491)

9167

1922-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1486/221). PCGS Population (1391/249). Mintage: 17,475,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#7359)(Registry values: N491)

9168

1922-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1404/249). NGC Census: (1487/221). Mintage: 17,475,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#7359)(Registry values: N491)

9169

1923 $1 MS63 PCGS. VAM 1A. Whisker Jaw. Top 50. Mintage: 30,800,000. (#133752)

9170

1923 $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1548/53). PCGS Population (1454/51). Mintage: 30,800,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $530. (#7360)(Registry values: N991)

9171

1923 $1 MS66 PCGS. Population: 1446 in 66, 51 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

9172

1923 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1454/51). NGC Census: (1547/53). Mintage: 30,800,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $530. (#7360)(Registry values: N991)

9173

1923-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1535/114). NGC Census: (1576/73). Mintage: 19,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7362)(Registry values: N491)

9174

1923-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1577/73). PCGS Population (1535/114). Mintage: 19,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7362)(Registry values: N491)

9175

1923-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1552/114). NGC Census: (1580/73). Mintage: 19,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7362)(Registry values: N491)

9176

1923-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1552/114). NGC Census: (1580/73). Mintage: 19,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7362)(Registry values: N491)

9177

1923-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1544/114). NGC Census: (1577/73). Mintage: 19,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#7362)(Registry values: N491)

9178

1924 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (458/22). NGC Census: (853/68). Mintage: 11,811,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $605. (#7363)(Registry values: N991)

9179

1924-S $1 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (612/2362). NGC Census: (499/1442). Mintage: 1,728,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $275. (#7364)(Registry values: N491)

9180

1924-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1188/1158). NGC Census: (642/798). Mintage: 1,728,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $460. (#7364)(Registry values: N491)

9181

1924-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1188/1158). NGC Census: (643/798). Mintage: 1,728,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $460. (#7364)(Registry values: N491)

9182

1924-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (733/65). PCGS Population (1084/74). Mintage: 1,728,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,275. (#7364)(Registry values: N991)

9183

1925 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (7539/1158). PCGS Population (5892/1374). Mintage: 10,198,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $130.
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N208)

9184

1925 $1 MS66 PCGS. Population: 1306 in 66, 68 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

9185

1925 $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1315/68). NGC Census: (1115/49). Mintage: 10,198,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#7365)(Registry values: N991)

9186

1925-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2083/1542). NGC Census: (1313/1464). Mintage: 1,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $180. (#7366)(Registry values: N208)

9187

1925-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2083/1542). NGC Census: (1313/1464). Mintage: 1,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $180. (#7366)(Registry values: N208)

9188

1925-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2086/1555). NGC Census: (1314/1463). Mintage: 1,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $180. (#7366)(Registry values: N208)

9189

1925-S $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (1314/1463). PCGS Population (2082/1550). Mintage: 1,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $180. (#7366)(Registry values: N208)

9190

1925-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1408/56). PCGS Population (1506/36). Mintage: 1,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $840. (#7366)(Registry values: N991)

9191

1925-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1506/36). NGC Census: (1408/56). Mintage: 1,610,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $840. (#7366)(Registry values: N991)

9192

1926 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2861/1251). NGC Census: (2478/610). Mintage: 1,939,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $96. (#7367)(Registry values: N208)

9193

1926 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1110/153). NGC Census: (562/48). Mintage: 1,939,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7367)(Registry values: N491)

9194

1926 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1111/153). NGC Census: (562/48). Mintage: 1,939,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7367)(Registry values: N491)

9195

1926 $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1111/153). NGC Census: (562/48). Mintage: 1,939,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7367)(Registry values: N491)

9196

1926 $1 MS65 PCGS. Population: 1099 in 65, 152 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N491)

9197

1926 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1103/153). NGC Census: (562/48). Mintage: 1,939,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#7367)(Registry values: N491)

9198

1926-D $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (439/111). PCGS Population (638/176). Mintage: 2,348,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $690. (#7368)(Registry values: N991)

9199

1926-D $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (638/176). NGC Census: (439/111). Mintage: 2,348,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $690. (#7368)(Registry values: N991)

9200

1926-D $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (645/176). NGC Census: (440/111). Mintage: 2,348,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $690. (#7368)(Registry values: N991)

9201

1926-D $1 MS65 PCGS. Population: 638 in 65, 176 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N991)

9202

1926-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1543/387). PCGS Population (1699/609). Mintage: 6,980,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#7369)(Registry values: N491)

9203

1926-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (537/67). NGC Census: (348/39). Mintage: 6,980,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $925. (#7369)(Registry values: N991)

9204

1926-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (534/67). NGC Census: (348/39). Mintage: 6,980,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $925. (#7369)(Registry values: N991)

9205

1926-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (542/67). NGC Census: (348/39). Mintage: 6,980,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $925. (#7369)(Registry values: N991)

9206

1927 $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1899/1602). NGC Census: (1168/854). Mintage: 848,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $165. (#7370)(Registry values: N208)

9207

1927 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (771/82). PCGS Population (1375/251). Mintage: 848,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $420. (#7370)(Registry values: N491)

9208

1927-D $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1299/1181). NGC Census: (652/741). Mintage: 1,268,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#7371)(Registry values: N491)

9209

1927-D $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1044/142). NGC Census: (662/80). Mintage: 1,268,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $875. (#7371)(Registry values: N991)

9210

1927-D $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1038/143). NGC Census: (663/80). Mintage: 1,268,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $875. (#7371)(Registry values: N991)

9211

1927-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1560/1246). NGC Census: (876/999). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $430. (#7372)(Registry values: N491)

9212

1927-S $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1557/1261). NGC Census: (876/999). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $430. (#7372)(Registry values: N491)

9213

1927-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1209/60). NGC Census: (929/70). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,175. (#7372)(Registry values: N991)

9214

1927-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1209/60). NGC Census: (929/70). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,175. (#7372)(Registry values: N991)

9215

1928 $1 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (75/6109). NGC Census: (41/4061). Mintage: 360,649. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $400. (#7373)(Registry values: N491)

9216

1928 $1 AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (163/3889). PCGS Population (332/5768). Mintage: 360,649. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $410. (#7373)(Registry values: N491)

9217

1928 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (519/3378). PCGS Population (681/5096). Mintage: 360,649. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $430. (#7373)(Registry values: N491)

9218

1928 $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (937/2039). PCGS Population (1187/3585). Mintage: 360,649. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $545. (#7373)(Registry values: N491)

9219

1928 $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (940/2040). PCGS Population (1188/3596). Mintage: 360,649. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $545. (#7373)(Registry values: N491)

9220

1928 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1521/235). NGC Census: (841/81). Mintage: 360,649. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,065. (#7373)(Registry values: N991)

9221

1928-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1547/47). NGC Census: (1130/40). Mintage: 1,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,125. (#7374)(Registry values: N991)

9222

1928-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1547/47). NGC Census: (1130/40). Mintage: 1,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,125. (#7374)(Registry values: N991)

9223

1928-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1556/47). NGC Census: (1130/40). Mintage: 1,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,125. (#7374)(Registry values: N991)

9224

1928-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1556/47). NGC Census: (1130/40). Mintage: 1,632,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,125. (#7374)(Registry values: N991)

9225

1934 $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (811/1572). PCGS Population (1234/2032). Mintage: 954,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $200. (#7375)(Registry values: N208)

9226

1934 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1224/345). PCGS Population (1386/638). Mintage: 954,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $350. (#7375)(Registry values: N491)

9227

1934 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1226/345). PCGS Population (1386/638). Mintage: 954,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $350. (#7375)(Registry values: N491)

9228

1934 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (507/131). NGC Census: (314/31). Mintage: 954,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#7375)(Registry values: N1793)

9229

1934 $1 MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (315/31). PCGS Population (511/131). Mintage: 954,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#7375)(Registry values: N1793)

9230

1934 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (315/31). PCGS Population (511/131). Mintage: 954,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#7375)(Registry values: N1793)

9231

1934-D $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (643/1866). PCGS Population (797/2725). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $185. (#7376)(Registry values: N208)

9232

1934-D $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (979/885). PCGS Population (1202/1523). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7376)(Registry values: N491)

9233

1934-D $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1202/1523). NGC Census: (979/885). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7376)(Registry values: N491)

9234

1934-D $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1202/1523). NGC Census: (979/885). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7376)(Registry values: N491)

9235

1934-D $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (979/887). PCGS Population (1203/1517). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7376)(Registry values: N491)

9236

1934-D $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1207/1525). NGC Census: (979/887). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $365. (#7376)(Registry values: N491)

9237

1934-D $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (666/221). PCGS Population (1059/458). Mintage: 1,569,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $565. (#7376)(Registry values: N991)

9238

1934-S $1 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (207/1301). PCGS Population (240/2072). Mintage: 1,011,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $520. (#7377)(Registry values: N991)

9239

1934-S $1 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (295/1774). NGC Census: (292/1008). Mintage: 1,011,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $895. (#7377)(Registry values: N991)

9240

1935 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1828/847). NGC Census: (1625/699). Mintage: 1,576,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $190. (#7378)(Registry values: N208)

9241

1935 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1828/847). NGC Census: (1626/698). Mintage: 1,576,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $190. (#7378)(Registry values: N208)

9242

1935 $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1828/847). NGC Census: (1626/698). Mintage: 1,576,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $190. (#7378)(Registry values: N208)

9243

1935 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (686/161). NGC Census: (640/58). Mintage: 1,576,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $600. (#7378)(Registry values: N991)

9244

1935 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (641/58). PCGS Population (685/162). Mintage: 1,576,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $600. (#7378)(Registry values: N991)

9245

1935-S $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (802/413). PCGS Population (1267/670). Mintage: 1,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7379)(Registry values: N991)

9246

1935-S $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1271/675). NGC Census: (802/414). Mintage: 1,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#7379)(Registry values: N991)

9247

1935-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (356/57). PCGS Population (560/110). Mintage: 1,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,100. (#7379)(Registry values: N1793)

9248

1935-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Population: 560 in 65, 110 finer (2/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

9249

1935-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (356/58). PCGS Population (568/110). Mintage: 1,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,100. (#7379)(Registry values: N1793)

Eisenhower Dollars

9250

1972 $1 Type Two MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (323/47). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#97409)

Sacagawea Dollars

9251

2005-P $1 SMS MS68 NGC and a 2000-S PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS.

Proof Sacagawea Dollars

9252

2000-S $1 Sacagawea PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (191/0). NGC Census: (2035/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $185. (#99598)(Registry values: P1)

9253

2000-S $1 Sacagawea PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (189/0). NGC Census: (2035/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $185. (#99598)(Registry values: P1)

9254

2001-S $1 Sacagawea PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (205/0). NGC Census: (9/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $320. (#99599)(Registry values: P1)

9255

2006-S $1 PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (269/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $100. (#916004)

9256

2007-S $1 Sacagawea PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (145/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $165. (#149568)

Presidential Dollars

9257

(2)2007-D $1 Jeff PS A And B-Clashed Die Reverse--MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (106/28). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $14. (#148057)

Gold Dollars

9258

1849 G$1 No L MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (69/170). PCGS Population (58/164). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $835. (#7501)(Registry values: P4)

9259

1849 G$1 Small Head, No L MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (69/170). PCGS Population (58/164). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $835. (#7501)(Registry values: P4)

9260

1849 G$1 Closed Wreath--Scratched--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/126). (#7503)(Registry values: P4)

9261

1849-O G$1 Open Wreath AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (155/277). PCGS Population (38/101). Mintage: 215,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $480. (#7508)(Registry values: N991)

9262

1851 G$1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (512/473). PCGS Population (447/360). Mintage: 3,317,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $680. (#7513)(Registry values: N1793)

9263

1852-D G$1 --Damaged--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/85). PCGS Population (13/41). Mintage: 6,360. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,975. (#7519)(Registry values: N1793)

9264

1853 G$1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (2697/2124). PCGS Population (1121/1519). Mintage: 4,076,051. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $310. (#7521)(Registry values: N991)

9265

1853 G$1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (2697/2124). PCGS Population (1121/1519). Mintage: 4,076,051. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $310. (#7521)(Registry values: N991)

9266

1853 G$1 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (1126/998). PCGS Population (827/692). Mintage: 4,076,051. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $680. (#7521)(Registry values: N1793)

9267

1853-O G$1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (234/398). PCGS Population (44/189). Mintage: 290,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $635. (#7524)(Registry values: N1793)

9268

1853-O G$1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (238/160). PCGS Population (92/96). Mintage: 290,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $975. (#7524)(Registry values: N1793)

9269

1854 G$1 Type Two--Scratched--ANACS. AU Details Net XF40. NGC Census: (53/4833). PCGS Population (130/2907). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $375. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9270

1854 G$1 Type Two AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (252/2087). NGC Census: (255/4276). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $500. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9271

1854 G$1 Type Two AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (766/3508). PCGS Population (489/1589). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $570. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9272

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (2045/1463). PCGS Population (471/1118). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $820. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9273

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (2045/1463). PCGS Population (471/1118). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $820. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9274

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (2047/1464). PCGS Population (472/1121). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $820. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9275

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (472/1121). NGC Census: (2047/1464). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $820. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9276

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (2048/1463). PCGS Population (474/1121). Mintage: 783,943. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $820. (#7531)(Registry values: N991)

9277

1855 G$1 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (183/4135). PCGS Population (330/2306). Mintage: 758,269. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $460. (#7532)(Registry values: N991)

9278

1855 G$1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (752/3109). PCGS Population (464/1590). Mintage: 758,269. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $600. (#7532)(Registry values: N991)

9279

1855 G$1 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (421/1169). NGC Census: (1749/1360). Mintage: 758,269. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $860. (#7532)(Registry values: N991)

9280

1855 G$1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (1750/1362). PCGS Population (425/1172). Mintage: 758,269. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $860. (#7532)(Registry values: N991)

9281

1855 G$1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (1750/1362). PCGS Population (425/1172). Mintage: 758,269. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $860. (#7532)(Registry values: N991)

9282

1855-C G$1 --Bent, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (12/152). PCGS Population (20/69). Mintage: 9,803. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $4,875. (#7533)(Registry values: N2998)

9283

1855-C G$1 --Damaged, Mount Removed--ANACS. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (19/110). PCGS Population (21/32). Mintage: 9,803. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $7,950. (#7533)(Registry values: N2998)

9284

1857 G$1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (75/48). PCGS Population (88/57). Mintage: 774,789. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,050. (#7544)(Registry values: N1793)

9285

1857-C G$1 VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/111). NGC Census: (2/128). Mintage: 13,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $1,160. (#7545)(Registry values: N991)

9286

1859 G$1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (35/45). PCGS Population (40/48). Mintage: 168,244. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $925. (#7551)(Registry values: N1793)

9287

1859-D G$1 --Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (1/119). PCGS Population (8/98). Mintage: 4,952. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,475. (#7553)(Registry values: N1793)

9288

1869 G$1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (15/70). PCGS Population (15/59). Mintage: 5,925. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $850. (#7568)(Registry values: N991)

9289

1873 G$1 Open 3 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (297/247). PCGS Population (359/220). Mintage: 123,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $650. (#7573)
From The Peter J. Adasek, M.D. Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

9290

1874 G$1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (440/206). NGC Census: (416/212). Mintage: 198,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $890. (#7575)(Registry values: N1793)

Classic Quarter Eagles

9291

1834 $2 1/2 Classic AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (66/394). NGC Census: (37/766). Mintage: 112,234. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,025. (#7692)(Registry values: P1)

9292

1836 $2 1/2 Script 8 VF20 ICG. (#7694)(Registry values: P1)

Liberty Quarter Eagles

9293

1843 $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (33/80). PCGS Population (6/21). Mintage: 100,546. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $590. (#7727)(Registry values: P2)

9294

1843-O $2 1/2 Small Date, Crosslet 4--Bent, Improperly Cleaned, Scratched--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (3/602). PCGS Population (3/263). Mintage: 288,002. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $210. (#7731)(Registry values: P2)

9295

1850 $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (41/50). PCGS Population (9/39). Mintage: 252,923. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,050. (#7755)(Registry values: P2)

9296

1851-O $2 1/2 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (45/338). PCGS Population (36/71). Mintage: 148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $475. (#7762)(Registry values: P2)

9297

1853 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (274/678). PCGS Population (109/395). Mintage: 1,404,668. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $250. (#7767)(Registry values: P2)

9298

1854 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (147/286). PCGS Population (49/110). Mintage: 596,258. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $240. (#7769)(Registry values: P2)

9299

1854-O $2 1/2 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (47/275). PCGS Population (20/70). Mintage: 153,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $420. (#7772)(Registry values: P2)

9300

1854-O $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (97/178). PCGS Population (28/42). Mintage: 153,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $530. (#7772)(Registry values: P2)

9301

1854-O $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (148/30). PCGS Population (24/18). Mintage: 153,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $665. (#7772)(Registry values: P2)

9302

1854-O $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/18). NGC Census: (148/30). Mintage: 153,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $665. (#7772)(Registry values: P2)

9303

1855 $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (64/44). PCGS Population (45/40). Mintage: 235,480. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $600. (#7774)(Registry values: P2)

9304

1856 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (59/56). NGC Census: (101/57). Mintage: 384,240. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $560. (#7777)(Registry values: P2)

9305

1856-S $2 1/2 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (21/149). PCGS Population (12/73). Mintage: 72,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $565. (#7781)(Registry values: P2)

9306

1861 $2 1/2 New Reverse, Type Two AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (319/851). PCGS Population (182/476). Mintage: 1,283,878. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#7794)(Registry values: P2)

9307

1861 $2 1/2 New Reverse, Type Two MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (291/231). PCGS Population (156/221). Mintage: 1,283,878. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,010. (#7794)
From The Peter J. Adasek, M.D. Collection.(Registry values: P2)

9308

1862 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (58/50). PCGS Population (9/24). Mintage: 98,543. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $4,000. (#7796)(Registry values: P2)

9309

1863-S $2 1/2 VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (5/60). PCGS Population (3/23). Mintage: 10,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $806. (#7799)(Registry values: P2)

9310

1866-S $2 1/2 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/15). NGC Census: (19/48). Mintage: 38,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $1,350. (#7804)(Registry values: P2)

9311

1871 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (49/24). PCGS Population (6/23). Mintage: 5,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $830. (#7813)(Registry values: P2)

9312

1873 $2 1/2 Open 3 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (134/277). PCGS Population (58/217). Mintage: 122,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $370. (#7817)(Registry values: P2)

9313

1873-S $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/24). NGC Census: (36/83). Mintage: 27,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $885. (#7820)(Registry values: P2)

9314

1876-S $2 1/2 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (9/106). PCGS Population (7/40). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $925. (#7825)(Registry values: P2)

9315

1878 $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (2/1636). PCGS Population (18/1198). Mintage: 286,260. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $208. (#7828)(Registry values: P2)

9316

1882 $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/48). NGC Census: (31/46). Mintage: 4,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $825. (#7834)(Registry values: P2)

9317

1887 $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (26/28). PCGS Population (25/28). Mintage: 6,160. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,125. (#7839)(Registry values: P2)

9318

1889 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (40/202). NGC Census: (24/282). Mintage: 17,648. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $310. (#7841)(Registry values: P2)

9319

1897 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (198/264). NGC Census: (173/283). Mintage: 29,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $800. (#7849)(Registry values: P2)

9320

1907 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2356/3244). NGC Census: (1538/2913). Mintage: 336,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $675. (#7859)(Registry values: N991)

9321

1907 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1948/1296). NGC Census: (1657/1256). Mintage: 336,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $850. (#7859)(Registry values: N991)

Indian Quarter Eagles

9322

1908 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1122/368). PCGS Population (1150/511). Mintage: 564,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,475. (#7939)(Registry values: N1793)

9323

1909 $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (1814/1576). PCGS Population (762/1340). Mintage: 441,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $440. (#7940)(Registry values: N991)

9324

1910 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (577/2257). NGC Census: (713/5354). Mintage: 492,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $228. (#7941)(Registry values: N491)

9325

1911 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (851/3734). NGC Census: (1207/7747). Mintage: 704,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $235. (#7942)(Registry values: N491)

9326

1911 $2 1/2 MS61 ICG. NGC Census: (1987/5473). PCGS Population (573/3001). Mintage: 704,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $300. (#7942)
From The Peter J. Adasek, M.D. Collection.(Registry values: N991)

9327

1912 $2 1/2 AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (1175/4873). PCGS Population (603/2389). Mintage: 616,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $228. (#7944)(Registry values: N491)

9328

1912 $2 1/2 MS61 ICG. NGC Census: (1478/3207). PCGS Population (327/1936). Mintage: 616,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $310. (#7944)
From The Peter J. Adasek, M.D. Collection.(Registry values: N991)

9329

1912 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (922/1085). NGC Census: (1932/1316). Mintage: 616,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $440. (#7944)(Registry values: N991)

9330

1912 $2 1/2 MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (1929/1313). PCGS Population (922/1085). Mintage: 616,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $440. (#7944)(Registry values: N991)

9331

1913 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (1323/1666). NGC Census: (3007/2234). Mintage: 722,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#7945)(Registry values: N991)

9332

1913 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (655/91). NGC Census: (775/53). Mintage: 722,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,625. (#7945)(Registry values: N1793)

9333

1914 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (1061/4457). PCGS Population (511/1921). Mintage: 240,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $295. (#7946)(Registry values: N991)

9334

1914 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (510/1914). NGC Census: (1061/4457). Mintage: 240,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $295. (#7946)(Registry values: N991)

9335

1914 $2 1/2 --Reverse Scratched--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (152/4294). PCGS Population (42/1868). Mintage: 240,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $375. (#7946)(Registry values: N991)

9336

1914 $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (1409/2883). PCGS Population (270/1598). Mintage: 240,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $625. (#7946)(Registry values: N991)

9337

1914-D $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (863/3518). NGC Census: (1091/6617). Mintage: 448,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $250. (#7947)(Registry values: N491)

9338

1914-D $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (2818/1971). PCGS Population (1454/1471). Mintage: 448,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $420. (#7947)(Registry values: N991)

9339

1914-D $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (1454/1471). NGC Census: (2822/1971). Mintage: 448,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $420. (#7947)(Registry values: N991)

9340

1914-D $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (2822/1971). PCGS Population (1454/1471). Mintage: 448,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $420. (#7947)(Registry values: N991)

9341

1915 $2 1/2 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (797/3499). NGC Census: (1093/7314). Mintage: 606,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $228. (#7948)(Registry values: N491)

9342

1925-D $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (2955/5100). NGC Census: (5014/7157). Mintage: 578,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#7949)(Registry values: N991)

9343

1926 $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (3466/3283). PCGS Population (2602/2779). Mintage: 446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $625. (#7950)(Registry values: N1793)

9344

1926 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (2855/428). PCGS Population (2185/594). Mintage: 446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,050. (#7950)(Registry values: N1793)

9345

1926 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2185/594). NGC Census: (2855/428). Mintage: 446,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,050. (#7950)(Registry values: N1793)

Three Dollar Gold Pieces

9346

1854 $3 VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (6/3151). PCGS Population (3/2332). Mintage: 138,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $938. (#7969)(Registry values: N991)

9347

1854 $3 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (586/1932). PCGS Population (540/947). Mintage: 138,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $1,525. (#7969)(Registry values: N1793)

9348

1854-O $3 --Edge Damaged, Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (72/586). PCGS Population (74/290). Mintage: 24,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $2,650. (#7971)(Registry values: N1793)

9349

1854-O $3 --Scratched, Harshly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (72/584). PCGS Population (74/290). Mintage: 24,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $2,650. (#7971)(Registry values: N1793)

9350

1856 $3 --Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 26,010. (#7974)(Registry values: N1793)

9351

1856-S $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (38/378). PCGS Population (50/183). Mintage: 34,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,425. (#7975)(Registry values: N1793)

9352

1859 $3 --Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 15,558. (#7979)(Registry values: N1793)

9353

1871 $3 --Mount Removed--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/139). PCGS Population (1/144). Mintage: 1,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $938. (#7993)(Registry values: N991)

9354

1878 $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (15/4723). PCGS Population (41/4925). Mintage: 82,304. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $985. (#8000)(Registry values: N1793)

9355

1885 $3 --Damaged, Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 801. (#8007)(Registry values: N1793)

9356

1886 $3 --Ex-Jewelry--ANACS. XF Details. NGC Census: (3/112). PCGS Population (0/144). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,600. (#8008)(Registry values: N1793)

9357

1888 $3 --Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/474). PCGS Population (2/628). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,025. (#8010)(Registry values: N1793)

9358

1888 $3 --Mount Removed--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/465). PCGS Population (10/614). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,550. (#8010)(Registry values: N1793)

9359

1888 $3 --Mount Removed--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/465). PCGS Population (10/614). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,550. (#8010)(Registry values: N1793)

Classic Half Eagles

9360

1834 $5 Plain 4 XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (117/1500). PCGS Population (126/751). Mintage: 657,460. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $675. (#8171)(Registry values: P1)

9361

1834 $5 Plain 4--Bent, Damaged--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (175/994). PCGS Population (81/356). Mintage: 657,460. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $1,300. (#8171)(Registry values: P1)

Liberty Half Eagles

9362

1840 $5 Narrow Mill XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (45/208). PCGS Population (33/83). Mintage: 137,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $661. (#8194)(Registry values: P5)

9363

1840 $5 Narrow Mill XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (45/208). PCGS Population (33/83). Mintage: 137,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $661. (#8194)(Registry values: P5)

9364

1840-D $5 Tall D--Improperly Cleaned, Mount Removed--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (2/57). PCGS Population (14/46). Mintage: 22,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $2,000. (#8198)(Registry values: P4)

9365

1841-D $5 Small D--Cleaned, Damaged--ICG. Good 4 Details. NGC Census: (0/103). PCGS Population (0/94). Mintage: 29,392. (#8204)(Registry values: P3)

9366

1844-O $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (38/509). PCGS Population (34/200). Mintage: 364,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $400. (#8222)(Registry values: P5)

9367

1847 $5 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (207/155). PCGS Population (48/111). Mintage: 915,981. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $535. (#8231)(Registry values: P5)

9368

1847 $5 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (207/154). PCGS Population (48/112). Mintage: 915,981. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $535. (#8231)(Registry values: P5)

9369

1848 $5 AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (23/71). NGC Census: (27/213). Mintage: 260,775. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $340. (#8236)(Registry values: P5)

9370

1849 $5 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (20/99). PCGS Population (4/16). Mintage: 133,070. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $650. (#8240)(Registry values: P6)

9371

1851-D $5 --Cleaned, Graffiti--ICG. VF30 Details. NGC Census: (1/114). PCGS Population (6/84). Mintage: 62,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $1,100. (#8248)(Registry values: P3)

9372

1853 $5 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (134/80). PCGS Population (32/68). Mintage: 305,770. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $535. (#8253)(Registry values: P4)

9373

1854 $5 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (57/162). PCGS Population (19/62). Mintage: 160,675. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $625. (#8256)(Registry values: P5)

9374

1856-D $5 --Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (1/105). PCGS Population (1/100). Mintage: 19,786. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $1,325. (#8268)(Registry values: P3)

9375

1859-S $5 AG3 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/31). NGC Census: (0/30). Mintage: 13,220. (#8283)(Registry values: P8)

9376

1873 $5 Closed 3 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (97/75). PCGS Population (18/65). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#8329)(Registry values: P3)

9377

1873-S $5 VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (3/100). PCGS Population (7/63). Mintage: 31,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $560. (#8332)(Registry values: P3)

9378

1878-S $5 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (52/23). PCGS Population (10/38). Mintage: 144,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $810. (#8347)(Registry values: P3)

9379

1879 $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (87/49). PCGS Population (51/34). Mintage: 301,950. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $420. (#8348)(Registry values: P3)

9380

1883-S $5 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (44/78). PCGS Population (24/70). Mintage: 83,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#8363)(Registry values: P3)

9381

1891-CC $5 --Obverse Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (69/785). PCGS Population (84/488). Mintage: 208,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $1,025. (#8378)(Registry values: P1)

9382

1892-CC $5 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (90/303). PCGS Population (61/118). Mintage: 82,968. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $750. (#8380)(Registry values: P2)

9383

1893 $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (2105/1829). PCGS Population (950/784). Mintage: 1,528,197. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8383)(Registry values: P2)

9384

1893-O $5 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (98/84). PCGS Population (31/55). Mintage: 110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,025. (#8385)(Registry values: P3)

9385

1895-S $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/15). NGC Census: (90/26). Mintage: 112,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $800. (#8391)(Registry values: P3)

9386

1897-S $5 MS60 NGC. NGC Census: (4/76). PCGS Population (7/34). Mintage: 354,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $700. (#8395)(Registry values: P3)

9387

1899 $5 MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (1380/7980). PCGS Population (689/3500). Mintage: 1,710,729. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $385. (#8398)(Registry values: P1)

9388

1900 $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (4421/4147). PCGS Population (2517/2559). Mintage: 1,405,730. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8400)(Registry values: N491)

9389

1900 $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (4394/4115). PCGS Population (2508/2545). Mintage: 1,405,730. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8400)(Registry values: N491)

9390

1901-S $5 MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (876/4034). PCGS Population (592/3394). Mintage: 3,648,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $385. (#8404)(Registry values: N491)

9391

1901-S $5 MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (1570/2464). PCGS Population (1215/2179). Mintage: 3,648,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8404)(Registry values: N491)

9392

1903-S $5 MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (930/1628). PCGS Population (757/1578). Mintage: 1,855,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8408)(Registry values: N491)

9393

1903-S $5 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (707/912). PCGS Population (876/695). Mintage: 1,855,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $730. (#8408)(Registry values: N991)

9394

1907 $5 MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (2554/2420). PCGS Population (1531/1943). Mintage: 626,192. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8416)(Registry values: N491)

9395

1907-D $5 MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (634/2319). PCGS Population (382/2138). Mintage: 888,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $385. (#8417)(Registry values: N491)

9396

1908 $5 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (755/3697). PCGS Population (438/3237). Mintage: 421,874. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $385. (#8418)(Registry values: N491)

9397

1908 $5 MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (1620/2077). PCGS Population (1201/2036). Mintage: 421,874. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $400. (#8418)(Registry values: N491)

Indian Half Eagles

9398

1909 $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (442/2288). NGC Census: (612/3066). Mintage: 627,138. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $330. (#8513)(Registry values: N491)

9399

1909-D $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (2005/21970). NGC Census: (2438/21421). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $330. (#8514)(Registry values: N991)

9400

1909-D $5 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (2667/18593). NGC Census: (4339/16439). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $425. (#8514)(Registry values: N991)

9401

1909-D $5 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (7997/10523). NGC Census: (8128/8290). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $700. (#8514)(Registry values: N991)

9402

1909-D $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (8138/8301). PCGS Population (8026/10567). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $700. (#8514)(Registry values: N991)

9403

1909-D $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (8138/8301). PCGS Population (8026/10567). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $700. (#8514)(Registry values: N991)

9404

1909-D $5 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (8001/10546). NGC Census: (8122/8297). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $700. (#8514)(Registry values: N991)

9405

1909-D $5 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (8261/2262). NGC Census: (6548/1744). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,685. (#8514)(Registry values: N1793)

9406

1909-D $5 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (8297/2270). NGC Census: (6550/1751). Mintage: 3,423,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,685. (#8514)(Registry values: N1793)

9407

1911 $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (876/3396). NGC Census: (1432/5256). Mintage: 915,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $330. (#8520)(Registry values: N991)

9408

1912 $5 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (617/383). PCGS Population (931/460). Mintage: 790,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $2,325. (#8523)(Registry values: N1793)

9409

1913 $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (837/4857). NGC Census: (1288/6295). Mintage: 915,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $340. (#8525)(Registry values: N991)

9410

1913 $5 MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (2733/1236). PCGS Population (2071/1624). Mintage: 915,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $845. (#8525)(Registry values: N991)

9411

1913 $5 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (2743/1241). PCGS Population (2080/1629). Mintage: 915,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $845. (#8525)(Registry values: N991)

9412

1913 $5 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (821/415). PCGS Population (1097/523). Mintage: 915,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $2,325. (#8525)(Registry values: N1793)

9413

1914 $5 AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (54/2000). PCGS Population (96/1596). Mintage: 247,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $318. (#8527)(Registry values: N491)

9414

1914 $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (229/1374). NGC Census: (327/1674). Mintage: 247,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $350. (#8527)(Registry values: N491)

9415

1914 $5 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (525/656). NGC Census: (643/486). Mintage: 247,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,075. (#8527)(Registry values: N991)

9416

1914-D $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (228/1071). NGC Census: (408/1312). Mintage: 247,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $350. (#8528)(Registry values: N991)

9417

1914-S $5 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (36/935). PCGS Population (23/583). Mintage: 263,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $306. (#8529)(Registry values: N491)

9418

1914-S $5 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (112/756). PCGS Population (92/426). Mintage: 263,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $430. (#8529)(Registry values: N991)

9419

1915 $5 AU58 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (547/2495). NGC Census: (896/3221). Mintage: 588,075. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $340. (#8530)(Registry values: N491)

9420

1915-S $5 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (158/490). PCGS Population (70/230). Mintage: 164,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $520. (#8531)(Registry values: N991)

9421

1915-S $5 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (322/172). PCGS Population (85/147). Mintage: 164,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $800. (#8531)(Registry values: N991)

Liberty Eagles

9422

1840 $10 VF35 NGC. NGC Census: (4/117). PCGS Population (5/74). Mintage: 47,338. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $675. (#8581)(Registry values: N991)

9423

1842 $10 Large Date AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (11/20). PCGS Population (15/24). Mintage: 81,507. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $975. (#8584)(Registry values: P6)

9424

1847 $10 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (106/458). PCGS Population (78/125). Mintage: 862,258. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $575. (#8597)(Registry values: N991)

9425

1847-O $10 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (95/340). PCGS Population (79/66). Mintage: 571,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $625. (#8598)(Registry values: N1793)

9426

1847-O $10 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (27/39). NGC Census: (110/231). Mintage: 571,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $725. (#8598)(Registry values: N1793)

9427

1849 $10 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (53/226). NGC Census: (61/621). Mintage: 653,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $528. (#8601)(Registry values: N991)

9428

1852 $10 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (78/339). PCGS Population (50/72). Mintage: 263,106. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $600. (#8608)(Registry values: N1793)

9429

1853 $10 AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (67/392). PCGS Population (48/124). Mintage: 201,253. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $600. (#8610)(Registry values: N991)

9430

1854-S $10 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (67/189). PCGS Population (55/57). Mintage: 123,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $950. (#8615)(Registry values: N1793)

9431

1860 $10 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (17/70). PCGS Population (17/26). Mintage: 15,105. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,025. (#8631)(Registry values: N1793)

9432

1874 $10 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (41/68). NGC Census: (54/186). Mintage: 53,160. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $545. (#8669)(Registry values: N991)

9433

1878 $10 MS60 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/76). NGC Census: (56/110). Mintage: 73,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $825. (#8680)(Registry values: N991)

9434

1880 $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (306/35). PCGS Population (197/58). Mintage: 1,644,876. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $675. (#8687)(Registry values: N991)

9435

1882-O $10 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/109). NGC Census: (10/146). Mintage: 10,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $650. (#8697)(Registry values: N991)

9436

1886 $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (83/30). PCGS Population (76/37). Mintage: 236,160. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $750. (#8708)(Registry values: N991)

9437

1888 $10 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (31/18). NGC Census: (100/32). Mintage: 132,996. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $850. (#8712)(Registry values: N1793)

9438

1888-O $10 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (210/117). PCGS Population (79/125). Mintage: 21,335. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $735. (#8713)(Registry values: N991)

9439

1888-O $10 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (210/117). PCGS Population (79/125). Mintage: 21,335. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $735. (#8713)(Registry values: N991)

9440

1890 $10 MS60 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (1/1). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 57,900. (#78717)

9441

1891-CC $10 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (402/1210). PCGS Population (306/861). Mintage: 103,732. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $965. (#8720)(Registry values: N991)

9442

1892-O $10 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (87/493). PCGS Population (60/325). Mintage: 28,688. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $538. (#8723)(Registry values: N491)

9443

1892-S $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (69/17). PCGS Population (64/41). Mintage: 115,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $890. (#8724)(Registry values: N1793)

9444

1892-S $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (70/17). PCGS Population (61/41). Mintage: 115,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $890. (#8724)(Registry values: N1793)

9445

1892-S $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (70/17). PCGS Population (61/41). Mintage: 115,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $890. (#8724)(Registry values: N1793)

9446

1893 $10 MS61 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (28/56). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,840,895. (#78725)

9447

1893 $10 MS61 Prooflike ANACS. NGC Census: (31/57). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,840,895. (#78725)

9448

1894 $10 MS62 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (20/9). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 2,470,778. (#78729)

9449

1894-O $10 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (55/74). NGC Census: (110/67). Mintage: 107,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $900. (#8730)(Registry values: N1793)

9450

1895-S $10 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (43/16). PCGS Population (5/16). Mintage: 49,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,135. (#8734)(Registry values: N991)

9451

1896 $10 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (247/112). NGC Census: (388/170). Mintage: 76,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $675. (#8735)(Registry values: N991)

9452

1897 $10 MS61 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (7/6). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,000,159. (#78737)

9453

1900 $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (1987/1622). PCGS Population (1390/791). Mintage: 293,960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $670. (#8745)(Registry values: N991)

9454

1901 $10 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3220/1794). NGC Census: (5162/2903). Mintage: 1,718,825. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,100. (#8747)(Registry values: N1793)

9456

1901-O $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (88/28). PCGS Population (99/60). Mintage: 72,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $775. (#8748)(Registry values: N991)

9457

1901-O $10 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (98/60). NGC Census: (87/28). Mintage: 72,041. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $775. (#8748)(Registry values: N991)

9458

1901-S $10 MS60 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (1/27). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 2,812,750. (#78749)

9459

1903 $10 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (96/44). NGC Census: (124/48). Mintage: 125,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,550. (#8752)(Registry values: N1793)

9460

1903-O $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (248/61). PCGS Population (291/99). Mintage: 112,771. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $700. (#8753)(Registry values: N991)

9461

1904 $10 MS63 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (86/37). PCGS Population (128/35). Mintage: 161,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,500. (#8755)(Registry values: N1793)

9462

1904-O $10 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (133/46). PCGS Population (168/75). Mintage: 108,950. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $725. (#8756)(Registry values: N991)

Indian Eagles

9463

1907 $10 No Periods--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (138/4249). PCGS Population (158/3742). Mintage: 239,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $680. (#8852)(Registry values: N991)

9464

1907 $10 No Periods MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (974/3273). PCGS Population (497/3254). Mintage: 239,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $825. (#8852)(Registry values: N991)

9465

1908-D $10 No Motto MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (152/66). PCGS Population (191/110). Mintage: 210,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $2,075. (#8854)(Registry values: N1793)

9466

1908 $10 Motto AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (500/2219). PCGS Population (478/1729). Mintage: 341,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $620. (#8859)(Registry values: N991)

9467

1908-S $10 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (99/302). PCGS Population (76/245). Mintage: 59,850. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $835. (#8861)(Registry values: N991)

9468

1911 $10 MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (1395/4018). PCGS Population (500/3289). Mintage: 505,595. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $730. (#8868)(Registry values: N991)

9469

1911 $10 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1068/816). PCGS Population (1106/496). Mintage: 505,595. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,225. (#8868)(Registry values: N1793)

9470

1912 $10 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (596/3640). PCGS Population (517/2603). Mintage: 405,083. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $615. (#8871)(Registry values: N991)

9471

1912-S $10 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (250/213). PCGS Population (110/250). Mintage: 300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $675. (#8872)(Registry values: N991)

9472

1913 $10 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (537/2382). NGC Census: (595/3102). Mintage: 442,071. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $615. (#8873)(Registry values: N991)

9473

1914-S $10 AU55 ICG. NGC Census: (72/599). PCGS Population (63/494). Mintage: 208,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $630. (#8877)(Registry values: N991)

9474

1915 $10 AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (511/2395). PCGS Population (479/1592). Mintage: 351,075. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $615. (#8878)(Registry values: N991)

9475

1915 $10 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (479/1606). NGC Census: (514/2408). Mintage: 351,075. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $615. (#8878)(Registry values: N991)

9476

1916-S $10 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (138/387). NGC Census: (193/379). Mintage: 138,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $665. (#8880)(Registry values: N991)

9477

1932 $10 --Obverse Planchet Flaw--MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (2792/32548). PCGS Population (2433/30838). Mintage: 4,463,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $700. (#8884)(Registry values: N991)

9478

1932 $10 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (2435/30992). NGC Census: (2816/33281). Mintage: 4,463,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $700. (#8884)(Registry values: N991)

9479

1932 $10 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (12729/7769). NGC Census: (12991/10124). Mintage: 4,463,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,080. (#8884)(Registry values: N991)

9480

1932 $10 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (7930/2146). PCGS Population (6691/1040). Mintage: 4,463,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,745. (#8884)(Registry values: N1793)

9481

1932 $10 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (7956/2154). PCGS Population (6714/1042). Mintage: 4,463,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,745. (#8884)(Registry values: N1793)

Liberty Double Eagles

9482

1861 $20 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (318/1958). PCGS Population (191/934). Mintage: 2,976,453. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $1,084. (#8932)(Registry values: N991)

9483

1870-S $20 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (60/168). NGC Census: (171/552). Mintage: 982,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $1,150. (#8959)(Registry values: N991)

9484

1884-S $20 MS60 PCGS. PCGS Population (131/1440). NGC Census: (219/1528). Mintage: 916,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $1,125. (#9002)(Registry values: N991)

9485

1890-CC $20 VF35 NGC. NGC Census: (24/1724). PCGS Population (79/1236). Mintage: 91,209. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $1,242. (#9014)(Registry values: N1793)

9486

1891-S $20 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (288/3997). PCGS Population (289/3105). Mintage: 1,288,125. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,060. (#9018)(Registry values: N991)

9487

1892-S $20 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (261/3088). PCGS Population (215/2366). Mintage: 930,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,060. (#9021)(Registry values: N991)

9488

1892-S $20 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (1266/1606). PCGS Population (574/1636). Mintage: 930,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,175. (#9021)(Registry values: N991)

9489

1893-S $20 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (260/3726). PCGS Population (239/2662). Mintage: 996,175. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,060. (#9024)(Registry values: N991)

9490

1896 $20 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (2400/4669). PCGS Population (1217/2931). Mintage: 792,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,175. (#9029)(Registry values: N991)

9491

1896-S $20 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (879/143). NGC Census: (664/92). Mintage: 1,403,925. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,525. (#9030)(Registry values: N1793)

9492

1898-S $20 MS61 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (26/28). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 2,575,175. (#79034)

9493

1900 $20 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (12331/13080). PCGS Population (9915/10363). Mintage: 1,874,584. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,225. (#9037)(Registry values: N991)

9494

1902 $20 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (70/349). NGC Census: (103/282). Mintage: 31,140. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,060. (#9041)(Registry values: N991)

9495

1904 $20 MS62 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (58527/95860). PCGS Population (48992/77549). Mintage: 6,256,797. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,225. (#9045)(Registry values: N991)

Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles

9496

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals--Obverse Planchet Flaw--MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (845/7961). PCGS Population (497/11433). Mintage: 361,667. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,230. (#9141)(Registry values: N991)

9497

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (2144/9324). NGC Census: (2728/5243). Mintage: 361,667. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,245. (#9141)(Registry values: N991)

9498

1908 $20 No Motto MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (28659/44736). NGC Census: (40281/41761). Mintage: 4,271,551. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,290. (#9142)(Registry values: N991)

9499

1908 $20 Motto MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (386/49). NGC Census: (170/29). Mintage: 156,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $3,775. (#9147)(Registry values: N2998)

9500

1909 $20 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (528/787). NGC Census: (395/218). Mintage: 161,282. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,525. (#9150)(Registry values: N1793)

9501

1910 $20 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1068/149). NGC Census: (815/69). Mintage: 482,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,400. (#9154)(Registry values: N1793)

9502

1910 $20 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1071/150). NGC Census: (815/70). Mintage: 482,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,400. (#9154)(Registry values: N1793)

9503

1910-D $20 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1370/2525). NGC Census: (1806/2006). Mintage: 429,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,300. (#9155)(Registry values: N991)

9504

1910-D $20 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1618/910). NGC Census: (1585/427). Mintage: 429,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,375. (#9155)(Registry values: N991)

9505

1912 $20 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (896/371). NGC Census: (297/186). Mintage: 149,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,750. (#9160)(Registry values: N1793)

9506

1914 $20 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (454/1119). NGC Census: (519/584). Mintage: 95,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,475. (#9164)(Registry values: N991)

9507

1914-D $20 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1894/917). NGC Census: (1746/557). Mintage: 453,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,400. (#9165)(Registry values: N1793)

9508

1915 $20 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (173/1609). PCGS Population (186/1497). Mintage: 152,050. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,085. (#9167)(Registry values: N991)

9509

1922 $20 --Obverse Struck Through--MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (3112/37518). PCGS Population (2239/26805). Mintage: 1,375,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,220. (#9173)(Registry values: N991)

9510

1924 $20 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (8392/211148). NGC Census: (6503/247347). Mintage: 4,323,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,220. (#9177)(Registry values: N991)

9511

1924 $20 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (86238/120454). PCGS Population (67537/105235). Mintage: 4,323,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,290. (#9177)(Registry values: N991)

9512

1924 $20 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (67537/105235). NGC Census: (86238/120454). Mintage: 4,323,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,290. (#9177)(Registry values: N991)

9513

1924 $20 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (64790/40445). NGC Census: (88768/31686). Mintage: 4,323,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,375. (#9177)(Registry values: N991)

9514

1924 $20 --Reverse Struck Through--MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (27679/3937). PCGS Population (32848/7366). Mintage: 4,323,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,600. (#9177)(Registry values: N1793)

Commemorative Silver

9515

1893 25C Isabella Quarter--Polished--ANACS. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (6/3107). PCGS Population (25/4241). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $465. (#9220)(Registry values: N991)

9516

1893 25C Isabella Quarter--Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (196/2875). PCGS Population (346/3734). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $500. (#9220)(Registry values: N991)

9517

1893 25C Isabella Quarter--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (21/2854). PCGS Population (58/3676). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $530. (#9220)(Registry values: N991)

9518

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (749/2755). NGC Census: (430/2261). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $570. (#9220)(Registry values: N991)

9519

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (682/1579). PCGS Population (1084/1671). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $675. (#9220)(Registry values: N991)

9520

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (975/602). PCGS Population (1115/549). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#9220)(Registry values: N1793)

9521

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1122/550). NGC Census: (977/602). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#9220)(Registry values: N1793)

9522

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1122/550). NGC Census: (977/602). Mintage: 24,214. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#9220)(Registry values: N1793)

9523

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar--Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (5/2144). PCGS Population (29/2965). Mintage: 36,026. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $407. (#9222)(Registry values: N1)

9524

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar--Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (3/2137). PCGS Population (26/2892). Mintage: 36,026. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $475. (#9222)(Registry values: N491)

9525

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (22/1947). PCGS Population (60/2425). Mintage: 36,026. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $800. (#9222)(Registry values: N991)

9526

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (362/1432). PCGS Population (419/1910). Mintage: 36,026. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,125. (#9222)(Registry values: N991)

9527

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (420/1917). NGC Census: (363/1433). Mintage: 36,026. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $1,125. (#9222)(Registry values: N991)

9528

1921 50C Alabama MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (307/85). PCGS Population (418/69). Mintage: 59,038. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,175. (#9224)(Registry values: N2998)

9529

1936 50C Albany MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1549/2118). NGC Census: (747/1695). Mintage: 17,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $290. (#9227)(Registry values: N491)

9530

1936 50C Albany MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1089/608). PCGS Population (1335/783). Mintage: 17,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#9227)(Registry values: N491)

9531

1936 50C Albany MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (480/128). PCGS Population (697/87). Mintage: 17,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#9227)(Registry values: N991)

9532

1936 50C Albany MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (86/1). NGC Census: (121/7). Mintage: 17,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,150. (#9227)(Registry values: N1793)

9533

1936 50C Albany MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (121/7). PCGS Population (86/1). Mintage: 17,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,150. (#9227)(Registry values: N1793)

9534

1936 50C Albany MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (86/1). NGC Census: (121/7). Mintage: 17,671. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,150. (#9227)(Registry values: N1793)

9535

1937 50C Antietam MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1066/2767). NGC Census: (465/1698). Mintage: 18,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $675. (#9229)(Registry values: N991)

9536

1937 50C Antietam MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1421/1346). NGC Census: (895/804). Mintage: 18,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $765. (#9229)(Registry values: N991)

9537

1937 50C Antietam MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1104/233). NGC Census: (633/168). Mintage: 18,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $875. (#9229)(Registry values: N991)

9538

1937 50C Antietam MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1118/233). NGC Census: (637/168). Mintage: 18,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $865. (#9229)(Registry values: N991)

9539

1937 50C Antietam MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (149/19). PCGS Population (220/13). Mintage: 18,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,175. (#9229)(Registry values: N1793)

9540

1935 50C Arkansas MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (407/441). PCGS Population (579/624). Mintage: 13,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $95. (#9233)(Registry values: N208)

9541

1935 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (473/151). NGC Census: (370/71). Mintage: 13,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#9233)(Registry values: N491)

9542

1935 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (473/151). NGC Census: (370/71). Mintage: 13,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#9233)(Registry values: N491)

9543

1935 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (473/153). NGC Census: (370/71). Mintage: 13,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#9233)(Registry values: N491)

9544

1935 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (140/11). NGC Census: (67/4). Mintage: 13,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#9233)(Registry values: N991)

9545

1935 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (140/11). NGC Census: (67/4). Mintage: 13,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#9233)(Registry values: N991)

9546

1935-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (193/36). NGC Census: (101/27). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#9234)(Registry values: N991)

9547

1935-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (193/36). NGC Census: (101/27). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#9234)(Registry values: N991)

9548

1935-D 50C Arkansas MS66 ANACS. NGC Census: (101/27). PCGS Population (194/36). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#9234)(Registry values: N991)

9549

1935-S 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (389/183). NGC Census: (323/108). Mintage: 5,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $200. (#9235)(Registry values: N491)

9550

1935-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (167/16). NGC Census: (95/13). Mintage: 5,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $625. (#9235)(Registry values: N991)

9551

1935-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (168/16). NGC Census: (95/13). Mintage: 5,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $625. (#9235)(Registry values: N991)

9552

1935-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (168/16). NGC Census: (95/13). Mintage: 5,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $625. (#9235)(Registry values: N991)

9553

1936 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (87/7). NGC Census: (53/7). Mintage: 9,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $535. (#9237)(Registry values: N991)

9554

1936 50C Arkansas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (52/7). PCGS Population (87/7). Mintage: 9,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $535. (#9237)(Registry values: N991)

9555

1936-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (182/19). NGC Census: (69/12). Mintage: 9,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $550. (#9238)(Registry values: N991)

9556

1936-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (183/19). NGC Census: (69/12). Mintage: 9,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $550. (#9238)(Registry values: N991)

9557

1936-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (121/7). NGC Census: (64/6). Mintage: 9,662. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9239)(Registry values: N991)

9558

1936-S 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (122/7). NGC Census: (63/6). Mintage: 9,662. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9239)(Registry values: N991)

9559

1937 50C Arkansas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (196/49). PCGS Population (236/90). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9241)(Registry values: N491)

9560

1937 50C Arkansas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (196/49). PCGS Population (236/90). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9241)(Registry values: N491)

9561

1937 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (85/4). NGC Census: (47/2). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $700. (#9241)(Registry values: N991)

9562

1937 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (85/5). NGC Census: (47/2). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $700. (#9241)(Registry values: N991)

9563

1937 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (85/5). NGC Census: (47/2). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $700. (#9241)(Registry values: N991)

9564

1937 50C Arkansas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (47/2). PCGS Population (85/5). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $700. (#9241)(Registry values: N991)

9565

1937-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (111/14). NGC Census: (78/7). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9242)(Registry values: N991)

9566

1937-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (111/15). NGC Census: (78/7). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9242)(Registry values: N991)

9567

1937-D 50C Arkansas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (78/7). PCGS Population (111/15). Mintage: 5,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9242)(Registry values: N991)

9568

1938 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (66/7). NGC Census: (29/0). Mintage: 3,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $900. (#9245)(Registry values: N991)

9569

1938 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (67/7). NGC Census: (29/0). Mintage: 3,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $900. (#9245)(Registry values: N991)

9570

1938-D 50C Arkansas MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (198/231). PCGS Population (285/326). Mintage: 3,155. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#9246)(Registry values: N491)

9571

1938-D 50C Arkansas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (107/17). NGC Census: (44/26). Mintage: 3,155. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $825. (#9246)(Registry values: N991)

9572

1939 50C Arkansas MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (194/122). PCGS Population (232/168). Mintage: 2,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9249)(Registry values: N491)

9573

1939 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (141/27). NGC Census: (108/14). Mintage: 2,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $835. (#9249)(Registry values: N991)

9574

1939-D 50C Arkansas--Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/398). PCGS Population (1/635). Mintage: 2,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $250. (#9250)(Registry values: N491)

9575

1939-D 50C Arkansas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (133/38). PCGS Population (173/66). Mintage: 2,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $825. (#9250)(Registry values: N991)

9576

1939-D 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (172/66). NGC Census: (133/38). Mintage: 2,104. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $825. (#9250)(Registry values: N991)

9577

1939-S 50C Arkansas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (201/80). NGC Census: (158/50). Mintage: 2,105. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $800. (#9251)(Registry values: N991)

9578

1936-S 50C Bay Bridge MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1498/838). NGC Census: (1284/591). Mintage: 71,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $275. (#9254)(Registry values: N491)

9579

1936-S 50C Bay Bridge MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1498/838). NGC Census: (1284/591). Mintage: 71,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $275. (#9254)(Registry values: N491)

9580

1936-S 50C Bay Bridge MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (513/78). PCGS Population (720/117). Mintage: 71,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9254)(Registry values: N991)

9581

1936-S 50C Bay Bridge MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (720/117). NGC Census: (513/78). Mintage: 71,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9254)(Registry values: N991)

9582

1936-S 50C Bay Bridge MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (720/117). NGC Census: (513/78). Mintage: 71,424. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9254)(Registry values: N991)

9583

1934 50C Boone MS65 ANACS. NGC Census: (406/180). PCGS Population (536/214). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $210. (#9257)(Registry values: N491)

9584

1934 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/28). NGC Census: (160/20). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9257)(Registry values: N491)

9585

1934 50C Boone MS66 ANACS. NGC Census: (160/20). PCGS Population (185/28). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9257)(Registry values: N491)

9586

1934 50C Boone MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (160/20). PCGS Population (185/28). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9257)(Registry values: N491)

9587

1935 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (192/29). NGC Census: (163/26). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $344. (#9258)(Registry values: N491)

9588

1935 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/30). NGC Census: (163/26). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $344. (#9258)(Registry values: N491)

9589

1935 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/30). NGC Census: (163/26). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $344. (#9258)(Registry values: N491)

9590

1935 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/30). NGC Census: (163/26). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $344. (#9258)(Registry values: N491)

9591

1935 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (186/30). NGC Census: (163/26). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $344. (#9258)(Registry values: N491)

9592

1935 50C Boone MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (24/2). PCGS Population (30/0). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $975. (#9258)(Registry values: N1793)

9593

1935-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (76/8). NGC Census: (81/4). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#9259)(Registry values: N491)

9594

1935-D 50C Boone MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (81/4). PCGS Population (76/9). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#9259)(Registry values: N491)

9595

1935-S 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (172/16). NGC Census: (160/30). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9260)(Registry values: N491)

9596

1935-S 50C Boone MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (160/30). PCGS Population (172/17). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9260)(Registry values: N491)

9597

1935 SET Boone PDS Set MS65 to MS66 PCGS. The 1935 and 1935-D are MS65 PCGS, the 1935-S is MS66 PCGS.

9598

1935/34 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (218/37). NGC Census: (232/44). Mintage: 10,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#9262)(Registry values: N491)

9599

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (20/426). PCGS Population (67/590). Mintage: 2,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $296. (#9263)(Registry values: N991)

9600

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (144/179). PCGS Population (232/214). Mintage: 2,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $625. (#9263)(Registry values: N991)

9601

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (157/57). NGC Census: (114/65). Mintage: 2,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9263)(Registry values: N1793)

9602

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (157/57). NGC Census: (114/65). Mintage: 2,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9263)(Registry values: N1793)

9603

1935/34-S 50C Boone MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (143/284). PCGS Population (215/292). Mintage: 2,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $376. (#9264)(Registry values: N991)

9604

1935/34-S 50C Boone MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (181/111). NGC Census: (175/109). Mintage: 2,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#9264)(Registry values: N991)

9605

1935/34-S 50C Boone MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (175/109). PCGS Population (181/111). Mintage: 2,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $650. (#9264)(Registry values: N991)

9606

1936 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (291/58). NGC Census: (228/45). Mintage: 12,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9266)(Registry values: N491)

9607

1936 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (57/1). NGC Census: (42/3). Mintage: 12,012. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,075. (#9266)(Registry values: N1793)

9608

1936-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (221/21). NGC Census: (184/7). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9267)(Registry values: N491)

9609

1936-S 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (195/51). NGC Census: (220/21). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9268)(Registry values: N491)

9610

1937 50C Boone MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (694/425). NGC Census: (520/277). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $190. (#9270)(Registry values: N491)

9611

1937 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (356/72). NGC Census: (228/50). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9270)(Registry values: N991)

9612

1937 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (356/72). NGC Census: (228/50). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9270)(Registry values: N991)

9613

1937 50C Boone MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (228/50). PCGS Population (356/72). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $325. (#9270)(Registry values: N991)

9614

1937 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (69/3). NGC Census: (49/0). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,025. (#9270)(Registry values: N2998)

9615

1937 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (69/3). NGC Census: (50/0). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,025. (#9270)(Registry values: N2998)

9616

1937 50C Boone MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (50/0). PCGS Population (69/3). Mintage: 9,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,025. (#9270)(Registry values: N2998)

9617

1937-D 50C Boone MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (139/328). PCGS Population (208/444). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $267. (#9271)(Registry values: N491)

9618

1937-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (141/44). NGC Census: (106/25). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $425. (#9271)(Registry values: N991)

9619

1937-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (142/45). NGC Census: (106/25). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $425. (#9271)(Registry values: N991)

9620

1937-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (142/45). NGC Census: (106/25). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $425. (#9271)(Registry values: N991)

9621

1937-S 50C Boone MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (188/359). NGC Census: (163/419). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $310. (#9272)(Registry values: N491)

9622

1937-S 50C Boone MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (212/145). NGC Census: (231/188). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#9272)(Registry values: N491)

9623

1937-S 50C Boone MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (231/188). PCGS Population (213/146). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#9272)(Registry values: N491)

9624

1937-S 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (115/30). NGC Census: (156/32). Mintage: 2,506. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9272)(Registry values: N991)

9625

1937 SET Boone PDS Set MS64 to MS65 ANACS. The 1937 is MS65 ANACS, the 1937-D and 1937-S are MS64 ANACS.

9626

1938 50C Boone MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (273/131). NGC Census: (174/85). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#9274)(Registry values: N991)

9627

1938 50C Boone MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (273/131). NGC Census: (174/85). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#9274)(Registry values: N991)

9628

1938 50C Boone MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (174/85). PCGS Population (273/131). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#9274)(Registry values: N991)

9629

1938 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (117/14). NGC Census: (78/7). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9274)(Registry values: N1793)

9630

1938-D 50C Boone MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (163/155). PCGS Population (243/199). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#9275)(Registry values: N991)

9631

1938-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (153/46). NGC Census: (116/39). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9275)(Registry values: N1793)

9632

1938-D 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (153/46). NGC Census: (116/39). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9275)(Registry values: N1793)

9633

1938-S 50C Boone MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (143/112). PCGS Population (194/148). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#9276)(Registry values: N991)

9634

1938-S 50C Boone MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (117/31). NGC Census: (88/24). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $875. (#9276)(Registry values: N1793)

9635

1938-S 50C Boone MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (88/24). PCGS Population (117/31). Mintage: 2,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $875. (#9276)(Registry values: N1793)

9636

1936 50C Bridgeport MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1474/675). NGC Census: (1089/334). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $235. (#9279)(Registry values: N491)

9637

1936 50C Bridgeport MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1476/676). NGC Census: (1092/334). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $235. (#9279)(Registry values: N491)

9638

1936 50C Bridgeport MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (623/54). NGC Census: (315/19). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $330. (#9279)(Registry values: N991)

9639

1925-S 50C California MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (566/2730). PCGS Population (1115/2404). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $240. (#9281)(Registry values: N491)

9640

1925-S 50C California MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1332/1072). NGC Census: (1352/1378). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#9281)(Registry values: N491)

9641

1925-S 50C California MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1354/1379). PCGS Population (1335/1073). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#9281)(Registry values: N491)

9642

1925-S 50C California MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1336/1073). NGC Census: (1354/1381). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#9281)(Registry values: N491)

9643

1925-S 50C California MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (852/526). PCGS Population (697/375). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $835. (#9281)(Registry values: N991)

9644

1925-S 50C California MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (699/374). NGC Census: (854/527). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $835. (#9281)(Registry values: N991)

9645

1925-S 50C California MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (285/89). NGC Census: (369/149). Mintage: 86,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,175. (#9281)(Registry values: N1793)

9646

1936 50C Cincinnati MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (396/93). NGC Census: (240/59). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#9283)(Registry values: N991)

9647

1936 50C Cincinnati MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (396/94). NGC Census: (242/59). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#9283)(Registry values: N991)

9648

1936 50C Cincinnati MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (396/94). NGC Census: (242/59). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#9283)(Registry values: N991)

9649

1936 50C Cincinnati MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (55/4). PCGS Population (92/2). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,150. (#9283)(Registry values: N1793)

9650

1936-D 50C Cincinnati MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (544/305). NGC Census: (488/241). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $525. (#9284)(Registry values: N991)

9651

1936-D 50C Cincinnati MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (275/29). NGC Census: (209/32). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,200. (#9284)(Registry values: N1793)

9652

1936-D 50C Cincinnati MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (209/32). PCGS Population (276/29). Mintage: 5,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,200. (#9284)(Registry values: N1793)

9653

1936-S 50C Cincinnati MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (227/49). NGC Census: (171/19). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $625. (#9285)(Registry values: N991)

9654

1936-S 50C Cincinnati MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (171/19). PCGS Population (229/49). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $625. (#9285)(Registry values: N991)

9655

1936-S 50C Cincinnati MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (171/19). PCGS Population (229/49). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $625. (#9285)(Registry values: N991)

9656

1936 50C Cleveland MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1880/601). NGC Census: (1965/545). Mintage: 50,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $140. (#9288)(Registry values: N491)

9657

1936 50C Cleveland MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (561/38). NGC Census: (493/52). Mintage: 50,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9288)(Registry values: N991)

9658

1936 50C Cleveland MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (563/38). NGC Census: (493/52). Mintage: 50,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9288)(Registry values: N991)

9659

1936 50C Cleveland MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (49/3). PCGS Population (37/1). Mintage: 50,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $2,225. (#9288)(Registry values: N2998)

9660

1936-D 50C Columbia MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (619/246). PCGS Population (517/167). Mintage: 8,009. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9292)(Registry values: N491)

9661

1936-D 50C Columbia MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (150/16). NGC Census: (206/40). Mintage: 8,009. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $800. (#9292)(Registry values: N1793)

9662

1936-S 50C Columbia MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (512/1183). NGC Census: (172/1195). Mintage: 8,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $260. (#9293)(Registry values: N491)

9663

1936-S 50C Columbia MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (68/4). NGC Census: (116/6). Mintage: 8,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $875. (#9293)(Registry values: N1793)

9664

1892 50C Columbian MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (850/266). PCGS Population (641/172). Mintage: 950,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#9296)(Registry values: N991)

9665

1892 50C Columbian MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (163/9). NGC Census: (228/38). Mintage: 950,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,100. (#9296)(Registry values: N1793)

9666

1893 50C Columbian MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1786/802). PCGS Population (1295/611). Mintage: 1,550,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $150. (#9297)(Registry values: N208)

9667

1893 50C Columbian MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1295/610). NGC Census: (1791/803). Mintage: 1,550,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $150. (#9297)(Registry values: N208)

9668

1893 50C Columbian MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (629/174). PCGS Population (458/153). Mintage: 1,550,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#9297)(Registry values: N991)

9669

1893 50C Columbian MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (148/6). NGC Census: (147/27). Mintage: 1,550,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#9297)(Registry values: N1793)

9670

1893 50C Columbian MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (147/6). NGC Census: (147/27). Mintage: 1,550,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#9297)(Registry values: N1793)

9671

1893 50C Columbian MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (148/6). NGC Census: (147/27). Mintage: 1,550,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#9297)(Registry values: N1793)

9672

1935 50C Connecticut MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1504/1552). NGC Census: (1105/1622). Mintage: 25,018. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $265. (#9299)(Registry values: N491)

9673

1935 50C Connecticut MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1060/487). NGC Census: (1179/440). Mintage: 25,018. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $380. (#9299)(Registry values: N991)

9674

1935 50C Connecticut MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (377/63). PCGS Population (444/43). Mintage: 25,018. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9299)(Registry values: N1793)

9675

1936 50C Delaware MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (827/1530). PCGS Population (1357/1921). Mintage: 20,993. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#9301)(Registry values: N491)

9676

1936 50C Delaware MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (584/66). NGC Census: (434/90). Mintage: 20,993. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $565. (#9301)(Registry values: N991)

9677

1936 50C Elgin MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1943/1113). NGC Census: (1295/862). Mintage: 20,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9303)(Registry values: N491)

9678

1936 50C Elgin MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (112/6). PCGS Population (111/3). Mintage: 20,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,275. (#9303)(Registry values: N1793)

9679

1936 50C Gettysburg MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1408/662). NGC Census: (1149/315). Mintage: 26,928. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $590. (#9305)(Registry values: N991)

9680

1936 50C Gettysburg MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (578/84). NGC Census: (266/49). Mintage: 26,928. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9305)(Registry values: N991)

9681

1936 50C Gettysburg MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (578/84). NGC Census: (266/49). Mintage: 26,928. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9305)(Registry values: N991)

9682

1936 50C Gettysburg MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (576/85). NGC Census: (263/49). Mintage: 26,928. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9305)(Registry values: N991)

9683

1936 50C Gettysburg MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (581/84). NGC Census: (265/49). Mintage: 26,928. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9305)(Registry values: N991)

9684

1922 50C Grant no Star MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (609/2298). PCGS Population (987/2254). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $125. (#9306)(Registry values: N491)

9685

1922 50C Grant no Star MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1314/941). NGC Census: (1414/879). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $230. (#9306)(Registry values: N491)

9686

1922 50C Grant no Star MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1315/939). NGC Census: (1416/882). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $230. (#9306)(Registry values: N491)

9687

1922 50C Grant no Star MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (689/250). NGC Census: (664/218). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $550. (#9306)(Registry values: N991)

9688

1922 50C Grant no Star MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (664/218). PCGS Population (689/250). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $550. (#9306)(Registry values: N991)

9689

1922 50C Grant no Star MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (664/218). PCGS Population (689/250). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $550. (#9306)(Registry values: N991)

9690

1922 50C Grant no Star MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (191/26). PCGS Population (217/33). Mintage: 67,405. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,175. (#9306)(Registry values: N1793)

9691

1935 50C Hudson MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1117/815). NGC Census: (776/652). Mintage: 10,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,100. (#9312)(Registry values: N991)

9692

1924 50C Huguenot MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (885/346). NGC Census: (967/314). Mintage: 142,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#9314)(Registry values: N991)

9693

1924 50C Huguenot MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (308/38). NGC Census: (275/37). Mintage: 142,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9314)(Registry values: N1793)

9694

1924 50C Huguenot MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (306/37). NGC Census: (271/37). Mintage: 142,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9314)(Registry values: N1793)

9695

1924 50C Huguenot MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (308/38). NGC Census: (277/37). Mintage: 142,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9314)(Registry values: N1793)

9696

1946 50C Iowa MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (620/37). PCGS Population (667/57). Mintage: 100,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $310. (#9316)(Registry values: N491)

9697

1946 50C Iowa MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (667/57). NGC Census: (620/37). Mintage: 100,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $310. (#9316)(Registry values: N491)

9698

1946 50C Iowa MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (620/37). PCGS Population (668/57). Mintage: 100,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $310. (#9316)(Registry values: N491)

9699

1946 50C Iowa MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (620/37). PCGS Population (668/57). Mintage: 100,057. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $310. (#9316)(Registry values: N491)

9700

1925 50C Lexington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1646/1129). NGC Census: (1692/940). Mintage: 162,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#9318)(Registry values: N491)

9701

1925 50C Lexington MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1644/1126). NGC Census: (1691/938). Mintage: 162,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#9318)(Registry values: N491)

9702

1925 50C Lexington MS64 PCGS. With Original Wooden Box. PCGS Population (1646/1129). NGC Census: (1692/940). Mintage: 162,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#9318)(Registry values: N491)

9703

1925 50C Lexington MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (862/264). NGC Census: (801/139). Mintage: 162,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#9318)(Registry values: N991)

9704

1925 50C Lexington MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (862/264). NGC Census: (801/139). Mintage: 162,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#9318)(Registry values: N991)

9705

1925 50C Lexington MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (862/264). NGC Census: (799/139). Mintage: 162,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#9318)(Registry values: N991)

9706

1918 50C Lincoln MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1146/569). NGC Census: (1040/346). Mintage: 100,058. (#9320)(Registry values: N991)

9707

1918 50C Lincoln MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1149/569). NGC Census: (1040/346). Mintage: 100,058. (#9320)(Registry values: N991)

9708

1918 50C Lincoln MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (482/85). NGC Census: (268/77). Mintage: 100,058. (#9320)(Registry values: N991)

9709

1918 50C Lincoln MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (484/85). NGC Census: (269/77). Mintage: 100,058. (#9320)(Registry values: N991)

9710

1936 50C Long Island MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1070/325). PCGS Population (1055/358). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#9322)(Registry values: N491)

9711

1936 50C Long Island MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1057/359). NGC Census: (1070/325). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#9322)(Registry values: N491)

9712

1936 50C Long Island MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1057/359). NGC Census: (1070/325). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#9322)(Registry values: N491)

9713

1936 50C Long Island MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1057/359). NGC Census: (1070/325). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#9322)(Registry values: N491)

9714

1936 50C Long Island MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (271/54). PCGS Population (334/24). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9322)(Registry values: N1793)

9715

1936 50C Long Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (335/24). NGC Census: (271/54). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9322)(Registry values: N1793)

9716

1936 50C Long Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (335/24). NGC Census: (271/54). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9322)(Registry values: N1793)

9717

1936 50C Long Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (335/24). NGC Census: (271/54). Mintage: 81,826. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9322)(Registry values: N1793)

9718

1936 50C Lynchburg MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (395/94). PCGS Population (542/55). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#9324)(Registry values: N991)

9719

1936 50C Lynchburg MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (542/55). NGC Census: (395/94). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#9324)(Registry values: N991)

9720

1936 50C Lynchburg MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (542/55). NGC Census: (395/94). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#9324)(Registry values: N991)

9721

1920 50C Maine MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (230/20). PCGS Population (345/16). Mintage: 50,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $750. (#9326)(Registry values: N991)

9722

1920 50C Maine MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (233/20). PCGS Population (344/16). Mintage: 50,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $715. (#9326)(Registry values: N991)

9723

1920 50C Maine MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (344/16). NGC Census: (233/20). Mintage: 50,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $715. (#9326)(Registry values: N991)

9724

1920 50C Maine MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (233/20). PCGS Population (344/16). Mintage: 50,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $715. (#9326)(Registry values: N991)

9725

1934 50C Maryland MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1236/570). NGC Census: (1285/660). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9328)(Registry values: N491)

9726

1934 50C Maryland MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1236/570). NGC Census: (1285/660). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9328)(Registry values: N491)

9727

1934 50C Maryland MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (579/80). PCGS Population (524/44). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9328)(Registry values: N991)

9728

1934 50C Maryland MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (579/80). PCGS Population (524/44). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9328)(Registry values: N991)

9729

1934 50C Maryland MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (524/44). NGC Census: (579/80). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9328)(Registry values: N991)

9730

1934 50C Maryland MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (526/44). NGC Census: (580/80). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9328)(Registry values: N991)

9731

1934 50C Maryland MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (77/3). PCGS Population (44/0). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,950. (#9328)(Registry values: N2998)

9732

1934 50C Maryland MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (77/3). PCGS Population (44/0). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,950. (#9328)(Registry values: N2998)

9733

1934 50C Maryland MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (77/3). PCGS Population (44/0). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,950. (#9328)(Registry values: N2998)

9734

1934 50C Maryland MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (77/3). PCGS Population (44/0). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,950. (#9328)(Registry values: N2998)

9735

1921 50C Missouri MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (200/1505). NGC Census: (128/1547). Mintage: 10,428. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $625. (#9330)(Registry values: N991)

9736

1921 50C Missouri MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (779/245). NGC Census: (949/272). Mintage: 10,428. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,325. (#9330)(Registry values: N1793)

9737

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (171/1380). NGC Census: (86/1386). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $655. (#9331)(Registry values: N991)

9738

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (398/985). NGC Census: (295/1093). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $900. (#9331)(Registry values: N991)

9739

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (399/986). NGC Census: (295/1093). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $900. (#9331)(Registry values: N991)

9740

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (837/255). PCGS Population (706/279). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,400. (#9331)(Registry values: N1793)

9741

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (707/279). NGC Census: (838/255). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,400. (#9331)(Registry values: N1793)

9742

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (706/279). NGC Census: (838/255). Mintage: 5,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,400. (#9331)(Registry values: N1793)

9743

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1477/354). PCGS Population (1441/392). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9744

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1441/392). NGC Census: (1477/354). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9745

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1441/392). NGC Census: (1477/354). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9746

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1441/392). NGC Census: (1477/354). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9747

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1479/355). PCGS Population (1452/393). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9748

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1441/392). NGC Census: (1477/354). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9749

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1452/393). NGC Census: (1479/355). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9750

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1452/393). NGC Census: (1479/355). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9751

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1452/393). NGC Census: (1479/355). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9752

1923-S 50C Monroe MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1479/355). PCGS Population (1452/393). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $380. (#9333)(Registry values: N491)

9753

1923-S 50C Monroe MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (301/54). PCGS Population (341/52). Mintage: 274,077. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,625. (#9333)(Registry values: N1793)

9754

1938 50C New Rochelle MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1416/916). NGC Census: (922/577). Mintage: 15,266. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $500. (#9335)(Registry values: N991)

9755

1938 50C New Rochelle MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (775/146). NGC Census: (475/101). Mintage: 15,266. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9335)(Registry values: N991)

9756

1938 50C New Rochelle MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (775/146). NGC Census: (475/101). Mintage: 15,266. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9335)(Registry values: N991)

9757

1938 50C New Rochelle MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (475/101). PCGS Population (775/146). Mintage: 15,266. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9335)(Registry values: N991)

9758

1938 50C New Rochelle MS66 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 15,266. (#89335)

9759

1936 50C Norfolk MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1497/1017). NGC Census: (996/670). Mintage: 16,936. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $535. (#9337)(Registry values: N991)

9760

1936 50C Norfolk MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (601/71). PCGS Population (873/142). Mintage: 16,936. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#9337)(Registry values: N991)

9761

1936 50C Norfolk MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (601/71). PCGS Population (873/142). Mintage: 16,936. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#9337)(Registry values: N991)

9762

1936 50C Norfolk MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (601/71). PCGS Population (873/142). Mintage: 16,936. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#9337)(Registry values: N991)

9763

1936 50C Norfolk MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (71/0). PCGS Population (142/0). Mintage: 16,936. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $1,250. (#9337)(Registry values: N1793)

9764

1925 Medal Norse Thick Planchet MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (157/29). NGC Census: (0/0). (#9450)

9765

1925 Medal Norse Thin Planchet MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (89/28). (#9451)

9766

1926 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (326/57). NGC Census: (303/46). Mintage: 47,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9340)(Registry values: N991)

9767

1926 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (328/57). NGC Census: (304/48). Mintage: 47,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9340)(Registry values: N991)

9768

1926 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (328/57). NGC Census: (304/48). Mintage: 47,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9340)(Registry values: N991)

9769

1926 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (44/4). PCGS Population (54/3). Mintage: 47,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,875. (#9340)(Registry values: N1793)

9770

1926 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (44/4). PCGS Population (54/3). Mintage: 47,955. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,875. (#9340)(Registry values: N1793)

9771

1926-S 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (333/92). NGC Census: (555/152). Mintage: 83,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9341)(Registry values: N991)

9772

1928 50C Oregon MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (576/416). NGC Census: (413/478). Mintage: 6,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#9342)(Registry values: N491)

9773

1928 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (353/61). NGC Census: (404/74). Mintage: 6,028. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#9342)(Registry values: N991)

9774

1933-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (319/68). NGC Census: (221/39). Mintage: 5,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $690. (#9343)(Registry values: N991)

9775

1933-D 50C Oregon MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (222/39). PCGS Population (328/66). Mintage: 5,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $690. (#9343)(Registry values: N991)

9776

1934-D 50C Oregon MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (770/337). NGC Census: (530/194). Mintage: 7,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#9344)(Registry values: N491)

9777

1934-D 50C Oregon MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (770/337). NGC Census: (530/194). Mintage: 7,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#9344)(Registry values: N491)

9778

1934-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (289/48). NGC Census: (185/9). Mintage: 7,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9344)(Registry values: N991)

9779

1934-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (290/48). NGC Census: (186/9). Mintage: 7,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $600. (#9344)(Registry values: N991)

9780

1936 50C Oregon MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (509/601). PCGS Population (802/635). Mintage: 10,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#9345)(Registry values: N491)

9781

1936 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (138/1). NGC Census: (127/3). Mintage: 10,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $650. (#9345)(Registry values: N1793)

9782

1936-S 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (380/117). NGC Census: (387/156). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9346)(Registry values: N491)

9783

1936-S 50C Oregon MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (390/156). PCGS Population (380/120). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9346)(Registry values: N491)

9784

1936-S 50C Oregon MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (390/156). PCGS Population (380/120). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9346)(Registry values: N491)

9785

1936-S 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (143/13). PCGS Population (116/4). Mintage: 5,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $900. (#9346)(Registry values: N1793)

9786

1937-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1092/559). NGC Census: (857/527). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9347)(Registry values: N491)

9787

1937-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1092/559). NGC Census: (857/527). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9347)(Registry values: N491)

9788

1937-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1092/559). NGC Census: (857/527). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9347)(Registry values: N491)

9789

1937-D 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (520/39). NGC Census: (469/58). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $550. (#9347)(Registry values: N991)

9790

1937-D 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (520/39). NGC Census: (469/56). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $550. (#9347)(Registry values: N991)

9791

1937-D 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (520/39). NGC Census: (469/58). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $550. (#9347)(Registry values: N991)

9792

1937-D 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (469/58). PCGS Population (520/39). Mintage: 12,008. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $550. (#9347)(Registry values: N991)

9793

1938 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (387/58). NGC Census: (406/103). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $356. (#9348)(Registry values: N491)

9794

1938 50C Oregon MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (406/103). PCGS Population (387/59). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $356. (#9348)(Registry values: N491)

9795

1938 50C Oregon MS67 ANACS. NGC Census: (99/4). PCGS Population (58/1). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $975. (#9348)(Registry values: N1793)

9796

1938 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (99/4). PCGS Population (58/1). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $975. (#9348)(Registry values: N1793)

9797

1938-D 50C Oregon MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (528/276). PCGS Population (592/200). Mintage: 6,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $356. (#9349)(Registry values: N491)

9798

1938-D 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (167/33). NGC Census: (223/53). Mintage: 6,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $650. (#9349)(Registry values: N991)

9799

1938-D 50C Oregon MS67 ANACS. NGC Census: (223/53). PCGS Population (167/33). Mintage: 6,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $650. (#9349)(Registry values: N991)

9800

1938-D 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (167/33). NGC Census: (223/53). Mintage: 6,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $650. (#9349)(Registry values: N991)

9801

1938-S 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (453/106). NGC Census: (463/137). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $356. (#9350)(Registry values: N491)

9802

1938-S 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (452/106). NGC Census: (463/137). Mintage: 6,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $356. (#9350)(Registry values: N491)

9803

1938 SET Oregon PDS Set MS65 PCGS. CAC. All coins graded MS65 PCGS with CAC green label.

9804

1938 SET Oregon PDS Set MS66 NGC. All coins graded MS66 NGC.

9805

1939 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (244/74). NGC Census: (287/93). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9352)(Registry values: N991)

9806

1939 50C Oregon MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (287/94). PCGS Population (245/74). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $725. (#9352)(Registry values: N991)

9807

1939 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (89/5). PCGS Population (70/4). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,575. (#9352)(Registry values: N1793)

9808

1939-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (323/138). NGC Census: (271/183). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9353)(Registry values: N991)

9809

1939-D 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (320/139). NGC Census: (271/183). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9353)(Registry values: N991)

9810

1939-D 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (161/20). PCGS Population (122/15). Mintage: 3,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,100. (#9353)(Registry values: N1793)

9811

1939-S 50C Oregon MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (97/602). PCGS Population (240/682). Mintage: 3,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#9354)(Registry values: N991)

9812

1939-S 50C Oregon MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (234/80). NGC Census: (277/89). Mintage: 3,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $775. (#9354)(Registry values: N991)

9813

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS61 ICG. NGC Census: (25/2258). PCGS Population (47/2520). Mintage: 27,134. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $426. (#9357)(Registry values: N991)

9814

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS62 ICG. NGC Census: (198/2060). PCGS Population (303/2217). Mintage: 27,134. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $433. (#9357)(Registry values: N991)

9815

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (837/744). NGC Census: (884/771). Mintage: 27,134. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,100. (#9357)(Registry values: N1793)

9816

1920 50C Pilgrim MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1730/1198). NGC Census: (1923/1130). Mintage: 152,112. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $115. (#9359)(Registry values: N491)

9817

1920 50C Pilgrim MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (957/173). PCGS Population (868/331). Mintage: 152,112. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#9359)(Registry values: N991)

9818

1920 50C Pilgrim MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (868/331). NGC Census: (957/173). Mintage: 152,112. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#9359)(Registry values: N991)

9819

1920 50C Pilgrim MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (301/30). NGC Census: (158/15). Mintage: 152,112. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $800. (#9359)(Registry values: N1793)

9820

1921 50C Pilgrim MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (647/264). NGC Census: (663/168). Mintage: 20,053. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#9360)(Registry values: N991)

9821

1921 50C Pilgrim MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (647/264). NGC Census: (664/168). Mintage: 20,053. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#9360)(Registry values: N991)

9822

1921 50C Pilgrim MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (245/19). NGC Census: (144/22). Mintage: 20,053. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#9360)(Registry values: N1793)

9823

1936 50C Rhode Island MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (954/328). PCGS Population (1065/472). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#9363)(Registry values: N491)

9824

1936 50C Rhode Island MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (954/328). PCGS Population (1065/472). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#9363)(Registry values: N491)

9825

1936 50C Rhode Island MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (954/328). PCGS Population (1066/473). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#9363)(Registry values: N491)

9826

1936 50C Rhode Island MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1066/473). NGC Census: (954/328). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#9363)(Registry values: N491)

9827

1936 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (452/20). NGC Census: (306/22). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9363)(Registry values: N991)

9828

1936 50C Rhode Island MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (306/22). PCGS Population (452/20). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9363)(Registry values: N991)

9829

1936 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (452/20). NGC Census: (306/22). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9363)(Registry values: N991)

9830

1936 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (453/20). NGC Census: (306/22). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9363)(Registry values: N991)

9831

1936 50C Rhode Island MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (306/22). PCGS Population (453/20). Mintage: 20,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $420. (#9363)(Registry values: N991)

9832

1936-D 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (444/43). NGC Census: (232/34). Mintage: 15,010. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#9364)(Registry values: N991)

9833

1936-D 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (446/43). NGC Census: (232/34). Mintage: 15,010. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#9364)(Registry values: N991)

9834

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (659/221). NGC Census: (567/181). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $190. (#9365)(Registry values: N491)

9835

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (567/181). PCGS Population (659/221). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $190. (#9365)(Registry values: N491)

9836

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (208/13). NGC Census: (163/18). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9365)(Registry values: N1793)

9837

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (163/18). PCGS Population (208/13). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9365)(Registry values: N1793)

9838

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (208/13). NGC Census: (163/18). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9365)(Registry values: N1793)

9839

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (163/18). PCGS Population (205/13). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9365)(Registry values: N1793)

9840

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (205/13). NGC Census: (163/18). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9365)(Registry values: N1793)

9841

1936-S 50C Rhode Island MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (163/18). PCGS Population (205/13). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9365)(Registry values: N1793)

9842

1937 50C Roanoke MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1057/249). NGC Census: (889/231). Mintage: 29,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9367)(Registry values: N491)

9843

1937 50C Roanoke MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1057/249). NGC Census: (889/231). Mintage: 29,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9367)(Registry values: N491)

9844

1937 50C Roanoke MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1057/249). NGC Census: (889/231). Mintage: 29,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9367)(Registry values: N491)

9845

1937 50C Roanoke MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (238/12). NGC Census: (204/25). Mintage: 29,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $765. (#9367)(Registry values: N1793)

9846

1937 50C Roanoke MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (237/12). NGC Census: (206/25). Mintage: 29,030. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $765. (#9367)(Registry values: N1793)

9847

1936 50C Robinson MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (768/212). PCGS Population (972/441). Mintage: 25,265. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#9369)(Registry values: N491)

9848

1936 50C Robinson MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (972/441). NGC Census: (767/212). Mintage: 25,265. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#9369)(Registry values: N491)

9849

1936 50C Robinson MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (972/441). NGC Census: (767/212). Mintage: 25,265. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#9369)(Registry values: N491)

9850

1936 50C Robinson MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (972/441). NGC Census: (767/212). Mintage: 25,265. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#9369)(Registry values: N491)

9851

1936 50C Robinson MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (381/60). NGC Census: (186/26). Mintage: 25,265. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9369)(Registry values: N991)

9852

1936 50C Robinson MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (381/60). NGC Census: (186/26). Mintage: 25,265. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#9369)(Registry values: N991)

9853

1935-S 50C San Diego MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (104/3). NGC Census: (79/5). Mintage: 70,132. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,250. (#9371)(Registry values: N1793)

9854

1935-S 50C San Diego MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (79/5). PCGS Population (104/3). Mintage: 70,132. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,250. (#9371)(Registry values: N1793)

9855

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1909/245). NGC Census: (1678/252). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9856

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1909/245). NGC Census: (1678/252). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9857

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1909/245). NGC Census: (1678/252). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9858

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1680/252). PCGS Population (1909/245). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9859

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1909/245). NGC Census: (1680/252). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9860

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1913/245). NGC Census: (1680/252). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9861

1926 50C Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1913/245). NGC Census: (1680/252). Mintage: 141,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $360. (#9374)(Registry values: N991)

9862

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (2032/742). PCGS Population (1815/876). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $185. (#9378)(Registry values: N491)

9863

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (708/171). NGC Census: (604/137). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9378)(Registry values: N991)

9864

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (706/171). NGC Census: (605/137). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9378)(Registry values: N991)

9865

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (706/171). NGC Census: (605/137). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9378)(Registry values: N991)

9866

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (605/137). PCGS Population (706/171). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $300. (#9378)(Registry values: N991)

9867

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (165/6). NGC Census: (127/10). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,325. (#9378)(Registry values: N2998)

9868

1925 50C Stone Mountain MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (165/6). NGC Census: (127/10). Mintage: 1,314,709. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,325. (#9378)(Registry values: N2998)

9869

1934 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1106/371). NGC Census: (781/406). Mintage: 61,463. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#9381)(Registry values: N491)

9870

1934 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (333/38). NGC Census: (363/43). Mintage: 61,463. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9381)(Registry values: N491)

9871

1935 50C Texas MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (420/854). PCGS Population (732/945). Mintage: 9,996. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#9382)(Registry values: N491)

9872

1935 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (590/264). PCGS Population (740/206). Mintage: 9,996. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9382)(Registry values: N491)

9873

1935 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (740/206). NGC Census: (590/264). Mintage: 9,996. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9382)(Registry values: N491)

9874

1935 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (201/5). NGC Census: (253/11). Mintage: 9,996. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $635. (#9382)(Registry values: N1793)

9875

1935-D 50C Texas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (448/855). PCGS Population (836/865). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9383)(Registry values: N491)

9876

1935-D 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (837/866). NGC Census: (449/856). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9383)(Registry values: N491)

9877

1935-D 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (660/195). PCGS Population (673/193). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9383)(Registry values: N491)

9878

1935-D 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (673/193). NGC Census: (661/195). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9383)(Registry values: N491)

9879

1935-D 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (673/193). NGC Census: (661/195). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9383)(Registry values: N491)

9880

1935-D 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (189/3). NGC Census: (189/6). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#9383)(Registry values: N1793)

9881

1935-D 50C Texas MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (189/6). PCGS Population (190/3). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#9383)(Registry values: N1793)

9882

1935-D 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (190/3). NGC Census: (189/6). Mintage: 10,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $675. (#9383)(Registry values: N1793)

9883

1935-S 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (767/417). NGC Census: (481/536). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#9384)(Registry values: N491)

9884

1935-S 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (95/1). NGC Census: (102/2). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $1,085. (#9384)(Registry values: N1793)

9885

1936 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (807/676). NGC Census: (493/578). Mintage: 8,911. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9386)(Registry values: N491)

9886

1936 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (807/676). NGC Census: (493/578). Mintage: 8,911. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9386)(Registry values: N491)

9887

1936 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (462/115). PCGS Population (559/115). Mintage: 8,911. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9386)(Registry values: N491)

9888

1936 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (463/115). PCGS Population (559/117). Mintage: 8,911. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9386)(Registry values: N491)

9889

1936 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (109/6). NGC Census: (109/6). Mintage: 8,911. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9386)(Registry values: N1793)

9890

1936-D 50C Texas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (406/874). PCGS Population (683/1146). Mintage: 9,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#9387)(Registry values: N491)

9891

1936-D 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (855/291). NGC Census: (645/229). Mintage: 9,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9387)(Registry values: N491)

9892

1936-D 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (855/291). NGC Census: (645/229). Mintage: 9,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9387)(Registry values: N491)

9893

1936-D 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (278/12). NGC Census: (221/7). Mintage: 9,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9387)(Registry values: N1793)

9894

1936-D 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (279/12). NGC Census: (222/7). Mintage: 9,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9387)(Registry values: N1793)

9895

1936-D 50C Texas MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (222/7). PCGS Population (279/12). Mintage: 9,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9387)(Registry values: N1793)

9896

1936-S 50C Texas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (468/526). PCGS Population (801/469). Mintage: 9,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#9388)(Registry values: N491)

9897

1936-S 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (410/59). NGC Census: (459/67). Mintage: 9,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $345. (#9388)(Registry values: N491)

9898

1936-S 50C Texas MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (63/4). PCGS Population (57/1). Mintage: 9,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#9388)(Registry values: N1793)

9899

1936-S 50C Texas MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (63/4). PCGS Population (58/1). Mintage: 9,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#9388)(Registry values: N1793)

9900

1936-S 50C Texas MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (63/4). PCGS Population (58/1). Mintage: 9,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#9388)(Registry values: N1793)

9901

1936-S 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (58/1). NGC Census: (63/4). Mintage: 9,055. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#9388)(Registry values: N1793)

9902

1937 50C Texas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (418/391). PCGS Population (605/383). Mintage: 6,571. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#9390)(Registry values: N491)

9903

1937 50C Texas MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (418/392). PCGS Population (605/381). Mintage: 6,571. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#9390)(Registry values: N491)

9904

1937 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (320/71). PCGS Population (304/77). Mintage: 6,571. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $350. (#9390)(Registry values: N491)

9905

1937 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (321/71). PCGS Population (304/77). Mintage: 6,571. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $350. (#9390)(Registry values: N491)

9906

1937 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (74/2). NGC Census: (64/7). Mintage: 6,571. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9390)(Registry values: N1793)

9907

1937-D 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (672/556). NGC Census: (420/501). Mintage: 6,605. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#9391)(Registry values: N491)

9908

1937-D 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (422/79). PCGS Population (450/106). Mintage: 6,605. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9391)(Registry values: N491)

9909

1937-D 50C Texas MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (103/2). NGC Census: (76/3). Mintage: 6,605. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $625. (#9391)(Registry values: N1793)

9910

1937-D 50C Texas MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (76/3). PCGS Population (104/2). Mintage: 6,605. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $625. (#9391)(Registry values: N1793)

9911

1937-S 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (587/464). NGC Census: (406/496). Mintage: 6,637. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $285. (#9392)(Registry values: N491)

9912

1937-S 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (410/86). PCGS Population (396/68). Mintage: 6,637. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9392)(Registry values: N491)

9913

1937-S 50C Texas MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (398/67). NGC Census: (409/86). Mintage: 6,637. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9392)(Registry values: N491)

9914

1937-S 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (410/86). PCGS Population (396/68). Mintage: 6,637. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9392)(Registry values: N491)

9915

1937-S 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (410/86). PCGS Population (396/68). Mintage: 6,637. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9392)(Registry values: N491)

9916

1937-S 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (410/86). PCGS Population (396/68). Mintage: 6,637. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9392)(Registry values: N491)

9917

1938 50C Texas MS64 ANACS. NGC Census: (154/539). PCGS Population (340/553). Mintage: 3,780. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $221. (#9394)(Registry values: N491)

9918

1938 50C Texas MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (196/39). PCGS Population (167/30). Mintage: 3,780. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $575. (#9394)(Registry values: N991)

9919

1938-D 50C Texas MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (18/719). PCGS Population (115/1004). Mintage: 3,775. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $217. (#9395)(Registry values: N491)

9920

1938-D 50C Texas MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (444/310). NGC Census: (251/359). Mintage: 3,775. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $400. (#9395)(Registry values: N991)

9921

1938-S 50C Texas MS65 ANACS. NGC Census: (297/325). PCGS Population (400/309). Mintage: 3,814. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $410. (#9396)(Registry values: N991)

9922

1927 50C Vermont MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (264/21). NGC Census: (156/20). Mintage: 28,142. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#9401)(Registry values: N1793)

9923

1946 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (384/56). PCGS Population (334/32). Mintage: 1,000,546. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $124. (#9404)(Registry values: N491)

9924

1946-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (359/84). PCGS Population (320/47). Mintage: 500,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $140. (#9406)(Registry values: N491)

9925

1946-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (321/47). NGC Census: (364/84). Mintage: 500,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $140. (#9406)(Registry values: N491)

9926

1947 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (132/4). NGC Census: (104/4). Mintage: 100,017. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9408)(Registry values: N991)

9927

1947 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (131/4). NGC Census: (105/4). Mintage: 100,017. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9408)(Registry values: N991)

9928

1947 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (131/4). NGC Census: (105/4). Mintage: 100,017. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9408)(Registry values: N991)

9929

1947 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (131/4). NGC Census: (105/4). Mintage: 100,017. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9408)(Registry values: N991)

9930

1947-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (80/0). NGC Census: (99/3). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $550. (#9409)(Registry values: N991)

9931

1947-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (183/5). NGC Census: (176/15). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $372. (#9410)(Registry values: N991)

9932

1947-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (182/5). NGC Census: (176/15). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $372. (#9410)(Registry values: N991)

9933

1947-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex:JFS Collection. PCGS Population (182/5). NGC Census: (176/15). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $372. (#9410)(Registry values: N991)

9934

1948 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (140/0). NGC Census: (160/8). Mintage: 8,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#9412)(Registry values: N991)

9935

1948 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (162/8). PCGS Population (135/0). Mintage: 8,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#9412)(Registry values: N991)

9936

1948-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (175/6). NGC Census: (175/14). Mintage: 8,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $260. (#9413)(Registry values: N991)

9937

1948-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (176/6). NGC Census: (175/14). Mintage: 8,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $260. (#9413)(Registry values: N991)

9938

1948-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (175/14). PCGS Population (176/6). Mintage: 8,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $260. (#9413)(Registry values: N991)

9939

1948-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (205/4). NGC Census: (265/45). Mintage: 8,005. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#9414)(Registry values: N491)

9940

1949 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (207/14). PCGS Population (199/5). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $292. (#9416)(Registry values: N491)

9941

1949-S 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (39/0). PCGS Population (14/0). Mintage: 6,004. (#9418)(Registry values: N1793)

9942

1950 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (124/2). NGC Census: (126/10). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9420)(Registry values: N991)

9943

1950 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (124/2). NGC Census: (127/10). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9420)(Registry values: N991)

9944

1950 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (127/10). PCGS Population (124/2). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $360. (#9420)(Registry values: N991)

9945

1950-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (138/2). NGC Census: (100/12). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9421)(Registry values: N991)

9946

1950-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (139/2). NGC Census: (100/12). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9421)(Registry values: N991)

9947

1950-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (139/2). NGC Census: (100/12). Mintage: 6,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9421)(Registry values: N991)

9948

1951 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (120/5). NGC Census: (83/7). Mintage: 510,082. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9424)(Registry values: N491)

9949

1951-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (161/6). NGC Census: (166/25). Mintage: 7,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9425)(Registry values: N491)

9950

1951-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (161/6). NGC Census: (167/26). Mintage: 7,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#9425)(Registry values: N491)

9951

1951 SET Booker T. Washington PDS Set MS65 to MS66 PCGS. The 1951 and 1951-S are graded MS65 PCGS, the 1951-D is graded MS66 PCGS.

9952

1951 50C Washington-Carver MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (156/26). NGC Census: (191/19). Mintage: 110,018. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $200. (#9430)(Registry values: N491)

9953

1951-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (99/0). NGC Census: (157/13). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#9432)(Registry values: N991)

9954

1951-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (98/0). NGC Census: (158/13). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#9432)(Registry values: N991)

9955

1951 SET Washington-Carver PDS Set MS65 PCGS. All coins graded MS65 PCGS.

9956

1952 50C Washington-Carver MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (940/186). NGC Census: (1115/223). Mintage: 2,006,292. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $60. (#9434)(Registry values: N69)

9957

1952 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (182/4). NGC Census: (208/15). Mintage: 2,006,292. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9434)(Registry values: N991)

9958

1952 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (182/4). NGC Census: (209/15). Mintage: 2,006,292. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9434)(Registry values: N991)

9959

1952 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (181/4). NGC Census: (208/15). Mintage: 2,006,292. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9434)(Registry values: N991)

9960

1952 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (181/4). NGC Census: (208/15). Mintage: 2,006,292. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $320. (#9434)(Registry values: N991)

9961

1952-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (76/3). NGC Census: (104/4). Mintage: 8,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $525. (#9436)(Registry values: N991)

9962

1952-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (76/3). NGC Census: (104/4). Mintage: 8,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $525. (#9436)(Registry values: N991)

9963

1952-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (76/3). NGC Census: (104/4). Mintage: 8,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $525. (#9436)(Registry values: N991)

9964

1953 50C Washington-Carver MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (257/39). NGC Census: (197/24). Mintage: 8,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $175. (#9438)(Registry values: N491)

9965

1953 50C Washington-Carver MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (259/40). NGC Census: (198/24). Mintage: 8,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $175. (#9438)(Registry values: N491)

9966

1953-D 50C Washington-Carver MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (181/28). NGC Census: (131/8). Mintage: 8,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $185. (#9439)(Registry values: N491)

9967

1953-D 50C Washington-Carver MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (181/28). NGC Census: (131/8). Mintage: 8,003. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $185. (#9439)(Registry values: N491)

9968

1953-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (70/4). NGC Census: (95/12). Mintage: 108,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9440)(Registry values: N991)

9969

1953-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (71/4). NGC Census: (95/12). Mintage: 108,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9440)(Registry values: N991)

9970

1953-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (71/4). NGC Census: (95/12). Mintage: 108,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9440)(Registry values: N991)

9971

1954-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (51/1). NGC Census: (79/3). Mintage: 122,024. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#9444)(Registry values: N991)

9972

1954-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (52/1). NGC Census: (79/3). Mintage: 122,024. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#9444)(Registry values: N991)

9973

1954-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (79/3). PCGS Population (52/1). Mintage: 122,024. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#9444)(Registry values: N991)

9974

1954-S 50C Washington-Carver MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (79/3). PCGS Population (52/1). Mintage: 122,024. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $440. (#9444)(Registry values: N991)

9975

1954 SET Washington-Carver PDS Set, P and D mint grade MS65 NGC and the S mint grades MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). (#9445)

9976

1936 50C Wisconsin MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (1176/354). PCGS Population (1389/374). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9447)(Registry values: N491)

9977

1936 50C Wisconsin MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1389/374). NGC Census: (1178/354). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $380. (#9447)(Registry values: N491)

9978

1936 50C Wisconsin MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (357/17). NGC Census: (337/17). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $825. (#9447)(Registry values: N1793)

9979

1936 50C Wisconsin MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (357/17). NGC Census: (337/17). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $825. (#9447)(Registry values: N1793)

9980

1936 50C Wisconsin MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (337/17). PCGS Population (357/17). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $825. (#9447)(Registry values: N1793)

9981

1936 50C Wisconsin MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (357/17). NGC Census: (337/17). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $825. (#9447)(Registry values: N1793)

9982

1936 50C York MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1346/507). NGC Census: (1175/412). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#9449)(Registry values: N491)

9983

1936 50C York MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (486/21). NGC Census: (381/30). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9449)(Registry values: N991)

9984

1936 50C York MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (382/30). PCGS Population (486/21). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9449)(Registry values: N991)

9985

1936 50C York MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (486/21). NGC Census: (382/30). Mintage: 25,015. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $600. (#9449)(Registry values: N991)

Commemorative Gold

9986

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/Jefferson MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (910/1261). NGC Census: (560/845). Mintage: 17,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,350. (#7443)(Registry values: N1793)

9987

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/Jefferson MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (663/606). NGC Census: (450/396). Mintage: 17,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $2,025. (#7443)(Registry values: N2998)

9988

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (462/780). PCGS Population (810/1020). Mintage: 17,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,225. (#7444)(Registry values: N1793)

9989

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (809/1022). NGC Census: (462/782). Mintage: 17,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,225. (#7444)(Registry values: N1793)

9990

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (462/782). PCGS Population (809/1022). Mintage: 17,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,225. (#7444)(Registry values: N1793)

9991

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (98/1705). NGC Census: (39/1058). Mintage: 10,025. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $760. (#7447)(Registry values: N991)

9992

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (959/3489). NGC Census: (463/2241). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $740. (#7449)(Registry values: N991)

9993

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS64 NGC. Ex: Sweet Collection. NGC Census: (1025/1211). PCGS Population (1566/1914). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#7449)(Registry values: N1793)

9994

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1573/1916). NGC Census: (1026/1215). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#7449)(Registry values: N1793)

9995

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1026/1215). PCGS Population (1573/1916). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#7449)(Registry values: N1793)

9996

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (699/516). PCGS Population (1146/770). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,400. (#7449)(Registry values: N2998)

9997

1916 G$1 McKinley AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (123/4091). NGC Census: (50/2224). Mintage: 9,977. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $475. (#7454)(Registry values: N491)

9998

1916 G$1 McKinley MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (718/823). PCGS Population (1311/1535). Mintage: 9,977. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $890. (#7454)(Registry values: N1793)

9999

1916 G$1 McKinley MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1312/1535). NGC Census: (717/825). Mintage: 9,977. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $890. (#7454)(Registry values: N1793)

10000

1917 G$1 McKinley MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (150/1019). PCGS Population (208/2220). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $720. (#7455)(Registry values: N991)

10001

1917 G$1 McKinley MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (209/810). PCGS Population (484/1736). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $940. (#7455)(Registry values: N991)

10002

1917 G$1 McKinley MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (781/962). NGC Census: (376/433). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,250. (#7455)(Registry values: N1793)

10003

1926 $2 1/2 Sesquicentennial MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (1283/8141). NGC Census: (1027/4845). Mintage: 46,019. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $470. (#7466)(Registry values: N491)

10004

1926 $2 1/2 Sesquicentennial MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2210/5895). NGC Census: (1328/3509). Mintage: 46,019. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $635. (#7466)(Registry values: N991)

10005

1926 $2 1/2 Sesquicentennial MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (4132/1763). NGC Census: (2534/976). Mintage: 46,019. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,025. (#7466)(Registry values: N991)

Modern Issues

10006

1984-W G$10 Olympic Gold Ten Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. Ex: US Vault Collection. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (41/0). Mintage: 381,085. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $585. (#9617)(Registry values: N1793)

10007

1986-W G$5 Statue of Liberty Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. Ex: US Vault Collection. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (87/0). Mintage: 404,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $280. (#9623)(Registry values: N1793)

10008

1986-W G$5 Statue of Liberty Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (87/0). Mintage: 404,013. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $280. (#9623)(Registry values: N1793)

10009

1987-W G$5 Constitution Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (7/0). PCGS Population (207/0). Mintage: 651,659. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $250. (#9627)(Registry values: N1793)

10010

1987-W G$5 Constitution Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. Ex: US Vault Collection. NGC Census: (7/0). PCGS Population (207/0). Mintage: 651,659. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $250. (#9627)(Registry values: N1793)

10011

1988-W G$5 Olympic Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (93/0). Mintage: 281,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $275. (#9631)(Registry values: N1793)

10012

10013

1988-W G$5 Olympic Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. Ex: US Vault Collection. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (93/0). Mintage: 281,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $275. (#9631)(Registry values: N1793)

10014

1989-W G$5 Congress Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (2/0). PCGS Population (75/0). Mintage: 164,690. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $260. (#9637)(Registry values: N1793)

10015

1994-W G$5 World Cup Gold Five Dollar PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (33/0). Mintage: 89,619. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $420. (#9685)(Registry values: N1793)

10016

1997-S $1 Jackie Robinson Silver Dollar MS70 NGC. NGC Census: (77/0). PCGS Population (17/0). Mintage: 30,007. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $600. (#9757)(Registry values: N991)

10017

1997-W G$5 Franklin D. Roosevelt Gold Five Dollar MS69 NGC. NGC Census: (312/442). PCGS Population (691/67). Mintage: 11,894. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS69: $500. (#9748)(Registry values: N1793)

10018

1997-W G$5 Franklin D. Roosevelt Gold Five Dollar PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (17/0). PCGS Population (1413/53). Mintage: 29,474. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $245. (#9749)(Registry values: N1793)

10019

1999-W G$5 Washington Gold Five Dollar MS70 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (79/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $480. (#9777)(Registry values: P1)

10020

1999-W G$5 Washington Gold Five Dollar PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1014/701). PCGS Population (1800/55). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $260. (#99777)(Registry values: P1)

10021

2000-W $10 Library of Congress PR69 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (1468/59). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $860. (#99784)(Registry values: P2)

10022

2004-P $1 Lewis and Clark Silver Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (71/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $105. (#921005)

10023

2005-P $1 Marine Corps PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (151/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $160. (#921007)

10024

2006-S $5 Old San Francisco Mint MS70 PCGS. PCGS Population (260/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $270. (#21012)

10025

2007-W $5 Jamestown MS70 NGC. Ex: US Vault Collection L/M. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (481/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $250. (#147441)

10026

2007-W G$10 Martha Washington PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (183/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $485. (#150890)

Modern Bullion Coins

10027

2006-P $1 Reverse Proof Silver Eagle, 20th Anniversary PR69 PCGS. PCGS Population (11050/1463). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR69: $175. (#799977)

10028

2006 $50 1 Oz Gold Buffalo FS MS70 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1021/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $940. (#89984)

10029

2006 $50 Buffalo MS70 NGC. First Strike. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (377/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $940. (#9999)

10030

2006-W $50 Buffalo One-Ounce Gold PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (2018/0). NGC Census: (12202/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $1,100. (#9990)

10031

2007-W $50 Platinum Half-Ounce Reverse Proof, 10th Anniversary, First Strike PR69 PCGS. PCGS Population (655/922). NGC Census: (0/0). (#393056)

10032

2007-W $50 Platinum Half-Ounce Reverse Proof, 10th Anniversary, First Strike PR70 PCGS. PCGS Population (922/0). NGC Census: (0/0). (#393056)

California Fractional Gold

10033

1853 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-101, Low R.5, AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/34). NGC Census: (0/6). (#10370)

10034

1854 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-108, Low R.4, MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (40/51). NGC Census: (4/10). (#10377)

10035

Undated 25C Liberty Round 25 Cents, BG-222, R.2, MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (130/226). NGC Census: (15/35). (#10407)

10036

Undated 25C Liberty Round 25 Cents, BG-222, R.2, MS64 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (12/9). PCGS Population (102/16). (#10407)

10037

1853 50C Liberty Round 50 Cents, BG-428, R.3, MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (76/33). NGC Census: (11/6). (#10464)

10038

1856 50C Liberty Round 50 Cents, BG-434, Low R.4, MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (35/21). NGC Census: (6/0). (#10470)

10039

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (6/39). PCGS Population (44/89). (#10529)

10040

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (10/29). PCGS Population (73/16). (#10529)

10041

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (10/29). PCGS Population (73/16). (#10529)

10042

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (10/29). PCGS Population (73/16). (#10529)

10043

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (10/29). PCGS Population (73/16). (#10529)

10044

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (8/21). PCGS Population (15/1). (#10529)

10045

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (8/21). PCGS Population (15/1). (#10529)

10046

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (8/21). PCGS Population (15/1). (#10529)

10047

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (8/21). PCGS Population (15/1). (#10529)

10048

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (8/21). PCGS Population (15/1). (#10529)

10049

1859 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-702, R.3, MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (19/2). PCGS Population (1/0). (#10529)

10050

1871 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-717, R.3, MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (7/24). PCGS Population (27/171). (#10544)

10051

1871 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-768, R.4, MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (12/35). NGC Census: (3/6). (#10595)

10052

1872/1 25C Indian Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-790, R.3, MS63 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (2/14). PCGS Population (0/0). (#710617)

10053

1875 25C Indian Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-797, Low R.4, MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/84). NGC Census: (3/8). (#10624)

10054

1876 25C Indian Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-799C, High R.4, MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/16). NGC Census: (1/2). (#10629)

10055

1881 25C Indian Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-799O, Low R.4, MS65 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (4/1). PCGS Population (0/0). (#710641)

10056

1880 25C Indian Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-799X, R.3, MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (51/74). NGC Census: (5/22). (#10650)

10057