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1652 6PENCE Oak Tree Sixpence VF30 PCGS. Dies of Noe-20 through Noe-22. More precise attribution is dubious since the distinguishing factor, the shape of the first S in MASATHVSETS, is absent due to mint-made clips, an obverse misaligned toward 10 o'clock, and concentrated wear on the left obverse border. The upper right portion of the tree is also worn, but the remainder of the designs are bold. Toned lavender and ice-blue with minor double striking on the base of the V in VI. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1652 SHILNG Oak Tree Shilling AU58 NGC. IN at bottom. Crosby 4-C, Noe-9, W-500, R.5. 71.2 gn. A high grade example that glimmers with luster and displays low relief die engraving lines throughout the fields. Toned ocean-blue, lime, and chestnut-gold. Mint-made edge flaws on the obverse at 11 o'clock and the reverse at 12:30, and Boston Mint clips affect the tops of a few peripheral letters. A slight S-wave through the piece is also as produced, from a rocker press. A wonderful museum-quality example of the Oak Tree design. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book. Census: 6 in 58, 9 finer (9/09).

1652 SHILNG Oak Tree Shilling MS63 NGC. IN at bottom. Crosby 3-D, Noe-4, W-460, R.4. 71.0 gn. Noe-4 through Noe-7 share a common reverse die, but Noe-4 is readily identified by the close TH in MASATHVSETS. This is a magnificent example with luminous luster and pastel sun-gold and lilac toning. The reverse is well centered, and the obverse is misaligned slightly toward 6 o'clock but all letters are intact or nearly so. Most areas are boldly struck, the exceptions are the obverse at 3 o'clock and the reverse between 9 and 10 o'clock. Devoid of noticeable marks. Mildly wavy, as always due to its method of manufacture. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book. Census: 4 in 63, 2 finer (9/09).

1652 3PENCE Pine Tree Threepence VF35 PCGS. Crosby 2a-B, Noe-36, W-640, R.4. A wonderful small Massachusetts silver piece with light gray devices and deeper gray-brown fields. The entire obverse legend is complete on the planchet, while the reverse is tight with the tops of NEW off the planchet. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1652 6PENCE Pine Tree Sixpence Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. Noe-33a, W-670, R.5. Deeply toned with steel-gray fields and lighter golden letters and devices. This is a pleasing example of the scarce sixpence denomination, seldom encountered when compared to the Pine Tree shillings. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1652 6PENCE Pine Tree Sixpence VF35 PCGS. Pellets at trunk. Crosby 1-A, Noe-33, W-670, R.3. 32.10 gm. Dove-gray with lilac hues. One thin mark on the central reverse, otherwise problem-free. Moderately wavy, as made. Diagnostic for the Noe variety, the obverse is misaligned several degrees toward 12 o'clock. The reverse legends are fully intact. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 6 in 35, 28 finer (9/09).

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Large Planchet VF30 ICG. Pellets at trunk. Crosby 12-I, Noe-1, W-690, R.2. A late die state with a bold die break between the 16 in the date. This oval-shaped example has a bold tree, date, and denomination. Mint-made clips affect a couple of letters, but most are complete. Wear is uneven only on the obverse between 6 and 8 o'clock. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Small Planchet--Holed and Plugged--PCGS Genuine. Crosby 13-S, Noe-30, W-935. Holed just to the right of 6 o'clock on the obverse with expert re-engraving at the corresponding area of the reverse. Off-center with peripheral weakness as usual, but the central devices are bold. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Small Planchet--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. Crosby 14-R, Noe-29, W-930, R.3. 72.8 grains. The 5 in the date is heavy and the top of the tree points to the lower right foot of the H in MASATHVSETS, which is diagnostic. Light gray patina covers the design elements, while the fields have a deeper complexion. Several of the upper right letters are partially struck off the flan, but the rest of the details are clearly defined. Still a nice example of this popular variety. Listed on page 37 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

(1670-75) FARTH St. Patrick Farthing AU50 PCGS. Breen-211. The variety with Sea Beasts below the King. This lovely piece has medium brown patina with olive accents on both sides. The St. Patrick coinage exists in a large number of die combinations, while survivors are usually in lower grades. Listed on page 39 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 5 in 50, 6 finer (9/09).

(1688) TOKEN American Plantations 1/24 Part Real, Sidewise 4 AU55 PCGS. Newman 8-C, W-1175, R.7. The Sidewise 4 reverse was used to produce both the Newman 3-C and 8-C coins, which both he and Breen identify as originals made in the late 17th century. Different die pairs (4-E and 5-D) were used later on to produce the circa-1828 restrikes, which are considerably more available. These tin tokens often show tin pest on the originals, as here, appearing as light, pimply corrosion on both sides. The color is medium to darker gray, with a couple of larger marks appearing like an upside-down L in the obverse field. Population: 1 in 55, 2 finer (both MS60). One of those MS60 pieces, a Newman 8-C, brought $21,850 in our Long Beach Signature Auction (5/2008, lot 1829). Listed on page 39 of the 2010 Guide Book.

(c. 1828) TOKEN American Plantations 1/24 Part Real, Restrike MS62 PCGS. Newman 4-E, W-1155, R.5. A charming example with medium steel-gray toning and unblemished, mildly granular surfaces. N. 4-E and N. 5-D are the restrike varieties, the latter distinguished by a heavy die break on the upper left obverse. Very scarce in Mint State. Listed on page 39 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 7 in 62, 5 finer (9/09).

1722 1/2P Rosa Americana Halfpenny, DEI GRATIA, UTILE AU50 PCGS. Martin 3-C, W-1222, R.2. Deep blue overtones and hints of rose grace otherwise rich brown surfaces. Scattered planchet flaws affect the modestly worn reverse. Listed on page 40 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1722 2PENCE Rosa Americana Twopence XF45 PCGS. Martin 3-C, W-1326, R.6. The stop after REX is diagnostic. Well struck with light wear across butterscotch-accented chocolate-brown surfaces that are unusually smooth for a Rosa Americana issue. Minimally abraded, hence the Choice XF designation. Listed on page 41 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1723 PENNY Rosa Americana Penny MS62 Brown PCGS. Stop after REX. No stop after 1723. Small 3. Martin 2-E, W-1278, R.2. PCGS has identified this piece as a halfpenny, although the size indicates that it is a penny. Deep ivory and steel patina permit traces of the original yellow color of the bath metal composition to shine through. An attractive example despite typical light surface roughness. Listed on page 43 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1723 FARTH Hibernia Farthing, D:G:REX MS63 Brown NGC. CAC. Martin 1.1-Bc.1, R.5. Breen calls the Nelson-6 the "First Prototype Farthing," after Nelson's earlier description of the variety as a pattern. It has the usual die break through NIA of HIBERNIA. The obverse has some lilac-brown with more steel-brown, the result of minute corrosion. The reverse is lilac-brown with semireflective fields. Listed on page 42 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1723 FARTH Hibernia Farthing, D:G:REX MS63 Brown PCGS. Martin 1.1-Bc.1, W-12240, R.5. Sharp details and ivory surfaces host splashes of deep red and steel patina. A popular issue that is frequently seen in higher grades but elusive in full Mint State. Listed on page 42 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 11 in 63 Brown, 6 finer (9/09).

1724 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS65 Brown NGC. Martin 4.67-K.3, W-13690, R.2. The reverse has 11 harpstrings. Traces of original orange luster remain on each side of this glossy medium brown Gem. Some edge abnormalities are evident on each side, strictly as struck. The overall appearance is exceptional with pristine surfaces. Listed on page 43 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1788 1C Massachusetts Cent, Period XF40 PCGS. Ryder 2-B, W-6200, R.4. Attributed by the wide date and a die lump below the first T in MASSACHUSETTS. A lovely coin for the grade. The surfaces are pleasing with no spotting or significant roughness. We do note a faint planchet streak on the upper right of the obverse, matching on the reverse where there is also a minor streak found near the top. Listed on page 57 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2005), lot 530.

1787 COPPER ETLIB INDE Small Head Right Connecticut Copper VF20 PCGS. Miller 1.1-A, W-2700, R.3. Moderately worn with a degree of typical central planchet roughness. Weakly struck as usual yet pleasing. Listed on page 59 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1787 COPPER Nova Eborac Copper, Seated Left XF45 PCGS. Breen-986. An olive-brown example with dashes of plum-red near protected areas of the obverse. The reverse is misaligned toward 12 o'clock, while the obverse is perfectly centered. Listed on page 65 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1787 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Small Planchet, Plain Shield MS61 Brown NGC. M. 43-d, W-5225, R.1. Both sides of this lustrous Mint State piece have medium to dark brown toning with lighter tan on the reverse high points. An attractive representative of the New Jersey colonial series, destined for a specialist's cabinet or a high quality type set of early coinage. Listed on page 66 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1786 COPPER Vermont Copper, VERMONTENSIUM Fine 15 PCGS. RR-8, Bressett 6-E, W-2030, R.4. The scarcest of the three 1786 Landscape varieties. A medium brown Vermont Republic copper with circulated but problem-free surfaces. LICA and DEC are faint but readable. Listed on page 68 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1786 COPPER Vermont Copper, VERMONTENSIUM VF30 PCGS. RR-6, Bressett 4-D, W-2020, R.2. Typical of the variety, the dies were axially misaligned, creating strike weakness at the left side of the obverse and the left side of the reverse. The smooth light brown surfaces exhibit some abrasions and additional irregularities that indicate the appearance of the copper flan before this coin was struck. Listed on page 68 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1787 COPPER Vermont Copper, BRITANNIA XF45 PCGS. RR-13, Bressett 17-V, W-2255, R.1. An olive-brown representative with impressive obverse definition. The BRITANNIA legend is partial, as always since the reverse die was lapped prior to coinage. Listed on page 68 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 8 in 45, 11 finer (9/09).

1788 COPPER Vermont Copper, Bust Right XF40 PCGS. CAC. RR-25, Bressett 16-U, W-2195, R.3. A medium brown Republic copper with a mark-free appearance and proper centering. The lower reverse has scattered minor planchet flaws. The reverse is rotated double struck, evident on the legends. Listed on page 68 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 11 in 40, 17 finer (9/09).

1783 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Large US XF45 PCGS. Crosby 1-A, W-1860, R.4. A medium brown representative with a blush of charcoal-gray on the obverse between 3 and 4 o'clock. Unmarked, and evenly struck aside from softness on the reverse near 3 o'clock. Listed on page 52 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 15 in 45, 13 finer (9/09).

1785 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Large Date AU53 PCGS. CAC. Crosby 5-E, W-1915, High R.4. Deep chocolate-brown surfaces show occasional lighter accents. Wispy abrasions in the fields contribute to the grade. Listed on page 52 of the 2010 Guide Book.

Federal Contract Coinage

1787 1C Fugio Cent, STATES UNITED, 4 Cinquefoils, Pointed Rays MS62 Brown PCGS. Newman 13-X. A lovely Fugio and a well-centered example. The surfaces are even and medium brown in color with a pleasing glossiness that gives the coin immediate appeal. Sharply defined and also showing the usual heavy die clash marks on the obverse from the rings. A very attractive type coin. Listed on page 83 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1787 1C Fugio Cent, New Haven Restrike, Copper MS65 Brown PCGS. Newman 104-FF, W-17560. Beautiful fire-red, aquamarine, and tan-gold toning ensures the eye appeal of this lustrous and well struck Gem, struck in the mid-19th century and avidly collected ever since. Listed on page 84 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 4 in 65 Brown, 2 finer (9/09).

Colonials

1787 PIECE Immunis Columbia Piece, Eagle Reverse MS62 Brown NGC. Crosby Pl. VIII, 8, Breen-1137, W-5680, High R.4. This deep brown Early American copper is nicely struck and shows only moderate incompleteness of detail at the highpoints. Thorough inspection reveals only minor planchet flaws. Believed to be a private pattern struck to secure a Federal coinage contract, but examples must have been coined for circulation as well, given the number of survivors. Listed on page 53 of the 2010 Guide Book. Census: 1 in 62 Brown, 3 finer (9/09).

1789 TOKEN Mott Token, Thick Planchet, Plain Edge MS62 Brown NGC. Breen-1020. In his Complete Encyclopedia, Walter Breen recorded three different weight standards for the plain edge Mott tokens. Breen-1020 is called a thick planchet piece, with weights in the range of 163 to 171 grains. Breen-1021 is recorded as a thin planchet variant, with weights ranging from 108 to 122 grains. Breen-1022 is called a "cent weight" variety, with weights approximating 208 grains. We are unable to state if this is Breen-1020 or 1022, in the absence of an actual weight on the NGC holder. This dark brown and steel piece is a late die state with a massive die break at the upper left corner of the clock, and with that die severely bulged, causing extreme weakness on the other side. Listed on page 70 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1789 TOKEN Mott Token, Thin Planchet, Engrailed Edge AU55 PCGS. Breen-1025. The thin planchet, engrailed edge variety is much scarcer than its thick planchet, plain edge counterpart. This early die state example features powder-blue, plum-mauve, and golden-brown patina. Granular in places, as made, and the reverse is misaligned several degrees toward 5 o'clock. Listed on page 70 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 4 in 55, 9 finer (9/09).

1789 TOKEN Mott Token, Thin Planchet, Engrailed Edge AU58 PCGS. Breen-1025. This representative of the scarce thin planchet variant displays olive and cinnamon-brown toning with some planchet flaws as struck. Edge anomalies are evident at 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock on both sides. Still considered part of the American colonial series, evidence suggests that these pieces were a product of the early 19th century. Listed on page 70 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1789 TOKEN Mott Token, Thin Planchet, Engrailed Edge MS61 Brown PCGS. Breen-1025. This late die state piece has a massive internal die break at the upper left corner of the obverse motif, affecting strike quality of other parts of the design elements, especially those opposing the break. This pleasing and glossy Mint State piece will surely garner spirited bidding at the sale. Listed on page 70 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 1 in 61 Brown, 6 finer (9/09).

1783 TOKEN Georgivs Triumpho Token AU58 NGC. Baker-7, W-10100, R.3. Believed contemporaneous with its date, this token bears a portrait of General George that more closely resembles King George. The usual die state with a heavy vertical die break across the left (facing) shoulder of the standing figure. A charming medium brown representative with bold definition and only a hint of wear on Washington's nose and the chest of the reverse figure. Listed on page 75 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Small Military Bust, Plain Edge MS62 Brown NGC. Baker-4A, W-10155, R.5. A chocolate-brown beauty that is far superior to the usually encountered XF to AU example. Sharply struck and satiny with exceptionally smooth surfaces and no indication of highpoint wear. Peripheral elements exhibit minor build-up. Listed on page 75 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Draped Bust, No Button, Copper Restrike, Plain Edge PR64 Brown PCGS. Baker-3C, W-10310, R.6. The chocolate-brown surfaces transform into ocean-blue, sun-gold, and rose-red tints once contrasted with light. Fully struck and only minimally abraded. Listed on page 76 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Draped Bust, No Button, Copper Restrike, Engrailed Edge PR65 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. Baker-3, W-10370, R.5. Well-defined with carefully preserved surfaces. This restrike has fresh copper-orange margins with dusky olive shadings closer to the centers. Listed on page 76 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1791 1/2P Washington Liverpool Halfpenny, Copper AU50 PCGS. Baker-17, W-10650, R.6. The Liverpool pieces were intended to circulate in the 1790s, and today these pieces are rare in higher grades. This wonderful representative has mostly deep brown patina, with lighter gray-brown high points. Listed on page 77 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1795 1/2P Washington North Wales Halfpenny, Plain Edge, One Star at Each Side of Harp AU50 PCGS. Baker-34, W-11150, R.3. A deep chocolate-brown halfpenny with pleasing smooth surfaces. The high technical grade is confirmed by the presence of die lines on the obverse exergue. Softly struck on portions of the devices, as always on this issue. The maker wanted to make new pieces appear worn, which implied prior acceptance in circulation. Listed on page 80 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 3 in 50, 3 finer (9/09).

Undated MEDAL Washington Success Medal, Large Size, Reeded Edge AU53 PCGS. Baker-265, W-10900, R.5. This piece, from an early die state, lacks the usual die crack across the obverse top. Pleasing medium-brown patina covers the obverse, while the reverse has mostly tan coloration. A number of shallow scratches are noted on the bust of Washington, but they are nearly imperceptible without a loupe. Listed on page 80 of the 2010 Guide Book.

Undated MEDAL Washington Success Medal, Small Size, Plain Edge AU58 PCGS. Baker-267A, W-10877, R.5. Brassy olive-green with light brown toning on the portrait. The centers are somewhat softly brought up, as always. One thin mark through the G in GEORGE. Listed on page 80 of the 2010 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 58, 5 finer (9/09).

1781 Libertas Americana Medal in Bronzed Copper, Betts-615, MS62 Brown NGC. CAC. Medal aficionados need no introduction to the iconic Libertas Americana medal, one that indelibly captures the moment in time when France and the fledgling United States cast their lots together against the tyrant enemy, inimica tyrannis, Great Britain. The medal was conceived and financed by the great American statesman Benjamin Franklin and executed by the inimitable French master medal stylist Augustin Dupré. Its fame has endured for more than two and a quarter centuries now, and it was recently voted the #1 Greatest Medal of All Time in the reference by Katherine Jaeger and Q. David Bowers. The originals (of which this is one) were struck in gold, silver, and bronzed copper. Franklin presented the two gold pieces to King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette of France, and unfortunately they are unaccounted for today. One likelihood is that they disappeared during the French Revolution and were melted.
Although the medal is usually mentioned with the 1781 date, along with 1777 on the reverse (symbolizing the victories over Burgoyne and Cornwallis at Yorktown and Saratoga, respectively), it bears mentioning that the obverse bears the iconic 4. JUIL. 1776 date, marking its similarity in that regard to the popular Continental dollars which read 1776. This serves to further increase the medals' already broad appeal.
John Adams in 2007 presented a census in which he accounts for only 22 silver and 37 bronze examples today, a fraction of the numbers mentioned in Franklin's papers. This example shows the obverse rim break beneath the 4 in the date which is present on all known examples. A few miscellaneous field marks account for the grade. The appealing surfaces are a glossy mahogany-brown. A wonderful Mint State example of one of America's most historic medals.

Half Cents

1793 1/2 C PCGS Genuine. C-1, B-1, High R.3. The PCGS number ending in .94 suggests Altered Surfaces as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons, that PCGS deemed this coin not gradable. In our opinion, this coin has the details of an AU specimen with altered surfaces. Both sides are pleasing light to medium brown with perceptible granularity but few other imperfections of any consequence. The opportunity to acquire any boldly defined 1793 half cent is rarely encountered. MRB VF35.(Registry values: P8, N8)

1793 1/2 C Fine 12 ANACS. C-3, B-3, R.3. A dark lilac-brown representative with mildly granular fields and a paucity of noticeable marks. All legends are clear, and the date and LIBERTY are bold, as is UNITED STATES OF. The only Liberty Cap date with the bust facing left. MRB VG8.
Ex: Paulsboro Collection, Part Two (Heritage, 7/2004), lot 5027.(Registry values: P8)

1794 1/2 C VF30 NGC. C-1, B-1, R.3. The holder hides the edge, making the edge lettering size indistinguishable. A pleasing piece with Liberty high in the field, diagnostic for the variety. The date is also sharply doubled. The usual grade-consistent handling marks are visible on each side. MRB Fine 15.(Registry values: P7)

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. MRB VF20.(Registry values: P7)

1795 1/2 C Plain Edge XF40 PCGS. C-6a, B-6a, R.2. Faint traces of Talbot, Allum & Lee token designs remain visible in the fields, especially at the top of the reverse. This sharply detailed piece has pleasing surfaces for its grade. Both sides have a combination of medium and dark brown with steel highlights. MRB VF30.(Registry values: P6)

1797 1/2 C 1 Above 1, Plain Edge Fine 12 PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.2. Manley Die State 5.0, "very scarce." The ICA in AMERICA, the RTY in LIBERTY, and the nose are weak to absent due to a sinking obverse die. A deep brown example with tan and gunmetal-blue undertones. A couple of hair-thin obverse marks, but the surfaces are generally unblemished. MRB Fine 12.(Registry values: P6)

1800 1/2 C AU53 PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.1. Manley Die State 3.0, "Very scarce." This deep brown representative appears bereft of marks and retains glimpses of faded red near the ribbons. The obverse is minutely granular, as is the reverse near 5 o'clock. MRB VF35.(Registry values: P5)

1803 1/2 C AU58 PCGS. CAC. C-3, B-3, R.1. Manley Die State 3.0 with a bulge through the 18 in the date. Olive-brown overall with glimpses of red near design elements and one small obverse spot at 3:30. Evenly struck save for the leaves on the right half of the wreath. MRB XF45. Population: 15 in 58, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

1804 1/2 C Plain 4, No Stems AU58 PCGS. C-13, B-10, R.1. Manley Die State 2.0. Faded orange-red clings to protected areas, while the fields and highpoints are steel-gray. Smooth aside from a pair of hair-thin marks above CENT. MRB XF45.(Registry values: P4)

1804 1/2 C Plain 4, No Stems MS61 Brown PCGS. C-13, B-10, R.1. Manley Die State 2.0. This medium brown Draped Bust type coin provides satin luster and a pleasing strike. Marks are absent aside from a thin line toward the obverse rim at 5 o'clock. MRB AU55.(Registry values: P4)

1804 1/2 C Crosslet 4, Stems AU55 PCGS. C-9, B-8, R.2. Manley Die State 1.0. This sharply struck medium brown half cent exhibits luster throughout the hair, wreath, and legends. Devoid of abrasions aside from one thin horizontal mark above the ear. MRB XF40.(Registry values: P4)

1804 1/2 C Spiked Chin XF45 PCGS. C-5, B-4, R.4. Manley Die State 5.0 with a heavy bisecting crack across the reverse. A well detailed and unblemished representative with consistent gray-brown color. Much scarcer than C-8 or C-6, the usually encountered Spiked Chin marriages. MRB XF40.(Registry values: P4)

1804 1/2 C Spiked Chin AU50 PCGS. C-7, B-5, High R.4. Breen Die State VIII. Manley Die State 7.0. Perhaps the best known 1804 Spiked Chin half cent variety is Cohen-6, with a nearly unlimited number of die states identified today. Although less well known, C-7 also has many amazing reverse die states from perfect to heavily broken. This example is a later die state, and "known only in lower grades" according to Ron Manley. In 1996 Manley conducted a survey of the variety, locating 100 examples, including 17 of the present die state. The grades of those 17 pieces ranged from Good 4 to VF20, with only four pieces better than VG.
Both sides of this specimen have bold design details, with the sharpness of XF45 or finer. This piece may have been cleaned and recolored, but exhibits lovely cinnamon and steel-brown surfaces. Although both sides have scattered pit marks and minor scratches, the overall appearance is excellent. It may be one of the finest known for the die state, and ranks high among all known C-7 half cents. MRB VF20.(Registry values: P4)

1804 1/2 C Spiked Chin MS62 Brown NGC. C-8, B-7, R.1. Manley Die State 3.0. Golden-brown clings to the design, although the fields and devices are deep brown. Carbon and marks are trivial for the grade, and luster shimmers when the piece is rotated beneath a light. MRB AU55.(Registry values: P4)

1810 1/2 C MS61 Brown NGC. C-1, B-1, R.2. This medium brown half cent has shimmering luster and a paucity of marks. The right side stars are lightly impressed. The dies are widely rotated, as is often the case for this conditionally rare Classic Head date. MRB AU50.(Registry values: P5)

1825 1/2 C MS62 Brown PCGS. C-2, B-2, R.1. Both varieties of 1825 half cents are elusive and desirable in Mint State grades. This piece has satiny luster with dark brown toning on the obverse and lighter brown on the reverse. Traces of faded red are evident in the obverse fields. MRB AU55.(Registry values: P3)

1825 1/2 C MS62 Brown NGC. C-2, B-2, R.1. The more available variety with the curl centered between the last two digits of the date. A pleasing coin with warm rose-gold overtones against the deep chocolate-brown of the surfaces. MRB MS60.(Registry values: P3)

1825 1/2 C MS63 Brown PCGS. C-2, B-2, R-1. Manley Die State 3.0, "Scarce." Attractive semi-glossy surfaces display light tan patination with golden undertones and faded steel-blue accents around the borders. The design element are generally well impressed, though some of Liberty's hair curls and the leaf ribbing on the lower wreath exhibit minor softness. Overall, a pleasing half cent with clean surfaces. MRB AU55.(Registry values: P3)

1829 1/2 C MS64 Brown PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.1. Hints of the initial fire-red cling to the devices, but chocolate-brown and steel-blue dominate. Satiny and evenly struck with splendidly mark-free surfaces. A plentiful date in circulated grades, but very scarce in the present quality. Only a single example has been certified as full Red by PCGS. MRB AU55.(Registry values: P3)

1835 1/2 C MS63 Red PCGS. CAC. C-2, B-2, R.1. An orange-red Classic half cent that boasts an exacting strike and nearly unmarked fields and devices. Minor carbon is scattered, and open areas have mellowed to steel-gray. MRB MS64. Population: 7 in 63 Red, 34 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

1835 1/2 C MS64 Red PCGS. C-2, B-2, R.1. Manley Die State 3.0 with reverse die cracks. Orange-gold luster sweeps well struck and nearly mark-free surfaces. One area of darker toning near the Y in LIBERTY is all that limits the grade. Encapsulated in a green label holder. MRB MS64. Population: 29 in 64 Red, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

1849 1/2 C Large Date MS64 Brown PCGS. C-1, B-1, R.1. Medium brown with hints of ice-blue. Intricately struck and satiny with a refreshingly mark-free appearance. Very scarce in the present quality. MRB MS60. Population: 19 in 64 Brown, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

1851 1/2 C MS65 Brown NGC. C-1, B-1, R.1. Solidly struck with excellent surface quality. Strong medium-brown color shows distinct rosewood accents in parts of the fields. MRB MS60.(Registry values: P2)

Proof Braided Hair Half Cents

1844 1/2 C Restrike PR63 Brown PCGS. B-3, R.6. Die file marks at the border above RICA identify this as a Second Restrike half cent. With the sole exception of the 1849 Large Date business strikes, all half cents dated in the 1840s are proof only issues, and they are known by the terms Original, First Restrike, and Second Restrike. This desirable proof is sharply detailed with olive and pale orange surfaces. The fields are moderately mirrored. MRB PR63. Population: 2 in 63 Brown, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

Large Cents

1793 Chain 1C AMERICA AG3 PCGS. S-3, B-4, Low R.3. All letters in LIBERTY and the date can be discerned on this widely coveted introductory type coin. On the reverse, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF, and ICA are also evident. The chain, of course, is bold. Liberty is well outlined and her eye socket is apparent. Dark and moderately granular with surprisingly few marks. MRB Fair 2.(Registry values: N1793)

1793 Chain 1C AMERICA--Corrosion, Improperly Cleaned--NGC. Fine Details. S-3, B-4, Low R.3. The surfaces are moderately corroded, and the coin has been cleaned and recolored, now with a noticeable violet and gold appearance over the medium brown surfaces. Considerable sharpness remains, including a bold chain, obvious hair detail, and mostly complete lettering. MRB Good 6.(Registry values: N2998)

1793 1C Wreath Cent, Vine and Bars--Corroded--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF30. S-9, B-12, R.2. This sharply detailed piece has deep steel surfaces that are mostly smooth, although there are splashes of minor corrosion on the reverse. A great coin for the date or type collector, the S-9 is the most plentiful 1793 Wreath cent variety. This piece will provide a lot of detail for the money. MRB Fine 15.(Registry values: N2998)

1794 1C Head of 1794 VF30 ANACS. S-57, B-55, R.1. A deep brown example with steel-blue undertones. The rims have a few distributed small dings, the left reverse is mildly granular, the neck has a few hairlines, and a retained lamination passes through the cap. MRB Fine 12.(Registry values: P1)

1794 1C Head of 1795 VF30 PCGS. S-63, B-37, R.2. The distinctive "Fallen 4" variety. The name for this variety seems incorrect, as the 4 is on the same line as the 1 and 7, but the 9 is high and out of place. Although the surfaces have light verdigris and minor handling marks, this dark brown example is a pleasing representative. MRB VF20.(Registry values: P1)

1794 1C Head of 1794 XF40 PCGS. S-44, B-33, R.1. Breen Die State V. Incorrectly called Head of 1795 on the PCGS holder, this piece is a late die state representative of S-44, with obverse and reverse die cracks. The heavy reverse die crack extends beyond the E in CENT, with a branch down nearly to the right ribbon bow. The surfaces are generally smooth medium brown with some deep reddish patina on each side, and some verdigris on the reverse. MRB VF25.(Registry values: P1)

1794 1C Head of 1794--Corrosion, Burnished--NGC. AU Details. S-24, B-8, R.1. Upon first glance, this Liberty Cap cent has excellent eye appeal, since the designs are bold and the medium brown toning is consistent and attractive. Close evaluation reveals moderate pitting, partly concealed by burnishing across the obverse field. MRB VF25.(Registry values: P1)

1795 1C Plain Edge XF40 PCGS. S-78, B-8, R.1. Breen Die State IV. Faint clash marks are visible, especially on the reverse of this pleasing cent. The surfaces are dark brown with a few minor blemishes on each side as expected for a moderately circulated piece. The S-78 is the most plentiful 1795 cent, available in a wide range of grades, and ideal for the type collector. MRB VF30.(Registry values: N1793)

1796 1C Liberty Cap--Double Struck, Flipover--Good 6 NGC. S-82, B-3, High R.4. Close date, leaf touches F in OF. This large cent was initially struck approximately 10% off center toward 11 o'clock. The error was detected by mint personnel, and the piece was sent through the dies a second time, this time properly centered. On the obverse (relative to the second strike) ES OF AMERI is visible from the initial strike, and on the reverse, Liberty's profile, pole, and the 796 in the date are recognizable from the first impression of the dies. A deep brown example that has a rough texture to the fields near the second strike portrait. MRB Good 6.(Registry values: N491)

1798 1C Second Hair Style XF45 PCGS. S-166, B-32, R.1. Promptly attributed by the heavy diagonal crack between the fraction and the E in UNITED. Luster emerges from the hair and wreath, and the medium brown toning occasional cedes to tan. A scarce issue in better circulated grades. MRB VF25.(Registry values: P1)

1802 1C --Environmental Damage--NGC. AU Details. S-233, B-13, R.2. A well defined deep brown cent with few field marks and no rim detractions. A loupe confirms traces of verdigris, mostly near the bust tip and other design recesses. MRB VF25.(Registry values: N1793)

1802 1C AU50 PCGS. S-230, B-8, R.1. Slender die cracks across LIBERTY and the upper reverse aid attribution. The cheek and forehead display light wear, but this brown-gray Draped Bust cent is pleasing aside from a minute obverse rim nick at 4:30 and a couple of faint lines on the cheek. MRB VF30.(Registry values: N1793)

1807/6 1C Large 7 XF45 PCGS. S-273, B-3, R.1. Sole die pair for the variety. A luminous violet-brown piece, well struck with glints of gold in the lightly worn fields. Attractive for the grade and housed in a green label holder. MRB VF30.(Registry values: P1)

1813 1C XF40 PCGS. S-292, B-2, R.2. This deep brown example has ample design detail, and is smooth except for two tiny ticks above the O in ONE and a minor reverse rim ding at 5:30. Classic Head cents are notorious for their conditional scarcity relative to their design successors, the Matron Head cents. MRB VF30.(Registry values: N1793)

1818 1C MS64 Red PCGS. N-10, R.1. The famous Randall Hoard was the source of this cent, as it was for most surviving Mint State large cents dated from 1816 to 1820. The hoard is believed to have contained about 15,000 Mint State large cents from that narrow five year period. The 1818 N-10 and 1820 N-13 are the two most plentiful varieties from that hoard. This piece has full deep orange luster with splashes of brown toning and a few minor spots that ensures its originality. The strike is bold with excellent design definition on each side. A peripheral die crack joins the date and most of the stars, and provides instant recognition of the variety. MRB 64.(Registry values: N2998)

1820 1C Large Date MS65 Brown NGC. CAC. N-13, R.1. The well known Randall Hoard cent of 1820, popular with type collectors who appreciate the usual spectacular quality of these coins. This boldly defined example has lustrous olive, gold, and steel surfaces with iridescent traces on the reverse. MRB MS60.(Registry values: N1793)

1820 1C Large Date MS65 Red and Brown NGC. N-13, R.1. A lovely example of the popular and plentiful N-13 variety that is certainly from the famous Randall Hoard. This variety is an ideal candidate for a type collection due to its availability. MRB MS63.(Registry values: N1793)

1821 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. N-2, R.1. An important and scarce date with only two known die marriages, and no record of any quantity located in hoards. The Randall Hoard consisted of cents from 1816 to 1820. This is a glossy mauve-violet and olive-yellow example that has a few minor field marks, an occasional obverse rim nick, and only a hint of reverse verdigris. The fields are reflective and prooflike, suggesting an early strike just after the few proofs were coined. MRB XF40.(Registry values: N2998)

1830 1C Large Letters MS64 Brown PCGS. CAC. N-1, R.1. The later die state with cracks near the first three stars. Medium to deep brown with glimpses of faded red in protected regions. Nearly devoid of marks. MRB 55. Population: 11 in 64 Brown, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1834 1C Small 8, Large Stars, Medium Letters MS64 Brown PCGS. N-2, R.1. Obverse and reverse die cracks are present as always, although this is an earlier die state with little crumbling at the Y. Lustrous surfaces have olive-brown and light blue color with generous portions of orange-red on the reverse. MRB MS60.
Ex: Craig A. Stevens Registry Collection of Large Cents (Heritage, 4/2006), lot 285, which realized $1,610.(Registry values: P1)

1839 1C Booby Head MS62 Brown NGC. N-13, R.2. Ebony-brown with glimpses of tan and olive. Satiny and crisply struck with minor marks near star 8 and 13. From late in life dies with an orange peel texture (as made) across the fields. MRB MS60.(Registry values: N991)

1839 1C Booby Head MS64 Brown PCGS. N-7, High R.2. A die crack through stars 4 to 6 helps identify the Newcomb variety of this famous one-year design subtype. This satiny near-Gem has a chocolate-brown obverse and a predominantly olive-brown reverse. Mark-free with one spot on the leaf beneath the C in CENT. MRB MS60.(Registry values: N991)

1850 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. CAC. N-7, R.2. Grellman die state b. The reverse is nearly full Red, and the obverse is 50% Red. Crisply struck save for the usual incompleteness on several stars. No marks are evident, although a loupe locates occasional pinpoint carbon. MRB MS64.(Registry values: N1793)

Flying Eagle Cents

1856 1C Fine 15 PCGS. Snow-3. A walnut-brown cent with ample wing feathers despite an extended stint in commerce. Many circulated examples of the 1856 Flying Eagle cent are from Snow-3 dies, since those pieces were struck for non-collectors, namely Washington officials and bureaucrats. Scarcer than the Snow-9 proofs made for collectors a few years after 1856. Encapsulated in a green label holder.(Registry values: N4719)

1857 1C MS64 PCGS. The golden-tan surfaces of this of this highly attractive near-Gem feature crisply struck design elements, including the eagle's breast, thigh, and tail. A few unobtrusive obverse marks preclude Gem status.(Registry values: N1793)

1857 1C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Pleasing reddish-tan patina enhances the lustrous surfaces of this sharply struck near-Gem. Close inspection with a loupe reveals only a couple of tiny flyspecks and handling marks. An appealing example of this popular issue.(Registry values: N1793)

1857 1C MS64 NGC. Snow-11. The date is repunched with remnants of the original figures just inside the border, although they are extremely faint on this late die state example. A bold strike and stunning gold surfaces characterize this near-Gem Flying Eagle cent.(Registry values: N1793)

1858 1C Large Letters MS64 PCGS. CAC. Golden-gray and light tan patina run over the lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem cent, and an above-average strike delivers excellent detail to the design elements. Small flecks are scattered over both sides.(Registry values: N1793)

1858 1C Large Letters MS64 PCGS. CAC. High Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. This lustrous and smooth near-Gem has orange centers framed by lime-green toning. Well struck except for the eagle's beak and opposite on the cotton leaves.(Registry values: N1793)

1858 1C Large Letters MS65 PCGS. High Leaves Reverse. Closed E in ONE. This marvelously lustrous coin shows beautiful autumn leaves color on each side in deep shades of red with occasional tinges of lime green covering most of the original "white" surfaces of this copper-nickel composition. The design elements are sharply struck throughout and there are no obvious abrasions or noticeable spots.(Registry values: N2998)

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1858 1C Small Letters MS64 PCGS. Low Leaves Reverse, Closed E in ONE. Salmon and orange colors with a degree of streakiness at the right obverse and reverse. Striking softness also noted on the right-side devices. Lustrous and pleasing.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Flying Eagle Cents

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1856 1C --Repaired, Corroded, Whizzed--ANACS. XF40 Details. Snow-3. The obverse field is repaired above the date and tail, and both sides are granular from thorough whizzing. The reverse has glimpses of aqua-green PVC residue. The eagle's breast displays light wear, but most plumage detail remains. A genuine and affordable example of this famous introductory small cent issue.(Registry values: N1)

Indian Cents

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1859 1C MS66 NGC. CAC. First year of the Indian cent design, and the only year with the laurel wreath reverse, which makes the 1859 an essential one-year type coin. The original "white" surfaces of this 88% copper, 12% nickel composition have taken on a slight overlay of reddish patina. The design elements are well, but not fully defined on each side. Light die cracking indicates the advanced state of this die pairing at the time this coin was produced. Both obverse and reverse are essentially unmarked.(Registry values: N2998)

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1864 1C Bronze No L MS66 Red NGC. Attractive copper-gold color embraces the lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem while a well executed strike emboldens the design elements. A few light reverse flecks are undisturbing. Census: 27 in 66 Red, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1864 1C L On Ribbon MS66 Red NGC. Bright orange-red surfaces are the first of many appealing features on this Premium Gem Red coin. The bold strike encompasses not only the sharp L on the ribbon but all four diamonds nearby, and all but the first two feather tips. The With L cents are many times rarer than the No L cents, and most are well circulated. This example is one of just seven MS66 Red coins in the combined certified population, four at NGC and three at PCGS, with none numerically finer at either service (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

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1869 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Variegated orange, sky-blue, and crimson patina resides on the obverse ceding to uniform copper-gold on the reverse. The design elements are quite well struck, featuring sharpness on the diamonds and feather tips. Both sides are nicely preserved. Census: 22 in 65 Red and Brown, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1869 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. FS-301, formerly FS-008.3. Snow-3. The 69 in the date is sharply repunched. Lavender centers are surrounded by a peripheral band of original and bright yellow-green luster. The details are nicely struck and seemingly unabraded. Faint fingerprint fragments on the reverse are all that prevent an even higher grade.(Registry values: N1793)

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1869 1C MS64 Red PCGS. A touch of lilac is seen on the bright red-orange surfaces. There are no significant marks. The tips of the Indian's headdress are a trifle soft, but the rest of the details are bold. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder. Population: 42 in 64 Red, 35 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1870 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Freckles of delicate reddish-tan run over the cherry-orange surfaces. Well but not fully struck, with the usual softness seen in some of the feather tips and the reverse shield. A shallow N in ONE is a characteristic of the reverse hub in use from 1864-early 1870, and not due to a weak strike. The surfaces are pristine, save for some minor flecks and a small graze through the I in UNITED. The entire obverse legend is recut, and signs of die clashing are seen, with an obvious impression from the C in CENT in the left obverse field. Population: 72 in 64 Red, 33 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1872 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Bold N in ONE. This issue's original mintage of 4 million pieces is modest by the standards of the Indian cent series. Furthermore, there were few collectors in the United States at the time who cared about preserving pristine Indian cents. These factors combine to explain the high grade rarity of the 1872 today. This is a lovely Gem with rich greenish-brown toning over glossy, partially lustrous features. The surfaces are free of most trivial distractions, and the strike is bold, if not sharp in all areas.(Registry values: N2998)

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1873 1C Open 3 MS65 Red and Brown NGC. Delightful chestnut-brown and rose-red colors mix across the surfaces of this sharply struck Gem. A loupe fails to locate any noteworthy marks. NGC and PCGS combined have certified just five Red and Brown examples finer (8/09).(Registry values: P5)

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1873 1C Closed 3 MS64 Red PCGS. The 1873 Closed 3 cents are scarcer than their Open 3 counterparts, and Snow (2009) estimates that they account for about 25% of the survivors. As one might expect, Red examples are particularly challenging. Charming light red and tan patina embraces both sides of this lightly abraded piece. A few tiny flyspecks on the obverse barely affect the impressive eye appeal. Population: 17 in 64 Red, 16 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1873 1C Doubled LIBERTY, Closed 3 XF40 PCGS. Snow-1b. FS-101, formerly FS-009. A rare and highly collectible doubled die cent. This is an example of pivoted hub doubling with the pivot at 6 o'clock. The most noticeable effect of this doubling is the spread between the letters of LIBERTY on the headband. The surfaces show even brown patina, and the only surface flaws of note are numerous abrasions that are peppered over both obverse and reverse.(Registry values: P10)

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1875 1C MS65 Red NGC. The 1875 cent is seldom seen with as much bright red-orange patina as the present piece. There is just a touch of light brown color at the center of the reverse. Careful inspection with a loupe reveals only a couple of pin-sized handling marks. This sharply struck Gem would make an excellent representative. Census: 6 in 65 Red, 4 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1877 1C XF40 NGC. A moderately circulated example of this popular key date Indian Head cent. Lovely chocolate-brown patina envelops both sides. A trace of verdigris is seen around a few of the letters on the obverse. The details are well defined, and there are only a couple of inconsequential marks.(Registry values: N1793)

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1877 1C XF45 PCGS. A lovely Choice XF representative of this ever-popular key-date Indian cent. Deep teak-brown surfaces exhibit faint gold and rose overtones, mostly at the margins. As befits a coin showing only slight wear, the devices remain bold, and significant marks are virtually absent, hence the XF45 designation.(Registry values: N1793)

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1877 1C XF45 PCGS. A lightly circulated example of this ever-popular Indian cent issue. The warm chocolate-brown surfaces are minimally marked, and while slight striking softness is noted at the right obverse lettering, the central definition remains relatively strong. Highly appealing for the XF grade range.(Registry values: N1793)

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1877 1C MS61 Brown ANACS. The signature rarity of the Indian cent series, offered here as an unworn example with considerable muted copper-orange mixed in with the violet and rosewood "brown" color. Pleasingly detailed with few abrasions for the grade. A beautiful coin, housed in a small-format ANACS holder.(Registry values: N2998)

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1883 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Vibrant red patina covers both sides of this resplendent Premium Gem. A few minuscule flyspecks are barely noticeable without magnification. The strike is razor-sharp, and the surfaces are virtually devoid of any marks. The collector would be hard-pressed to locate a better example. Population: 23 in 66 Red, 7 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1888 1C MS65 Red NGC. Attractive red and tan colors blend nicely over the surfaces of this sharply struck Gem. Close inspection under a glass reveals a few minor handling marks on the Indian's cheek. It would be difficult to locate a nicer example. Census: 18 in 65 Red, 3 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1899 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. The 8 and second 9 are recut within their lower loops. A lustrous and mark-free Premium Gem that is orange and sun-gold aside from minuscule gray flecks above ONE and on the lower reverse rim. Population: 79 in 66 Red, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1909 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this blazing and brilliant Indian cent has bright orange luster with delicate lemon accents. An impressive example with only a few tiny carbon flecks. PCGS has only certified four finer examples.(Registry values: N1793)

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1909-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown NGC. Brown hues dominate the centers on this Select piece, but considerable faded reddish-orange clings to the margins. Slight striking softness appears on the tips of the feathers and the portrait's ribbon.(Registry values: N991)

Proof Indian Cents

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1859 1C PR66 NGC. CAC. Only about 800 examples of this popular first-year issue were struck in proof format. Bright tan patina and peppered purple accents cover the highly lustrous surfaces of the present coin. A few minor specks and contact marks preclude a Superb Gem grade. This spectacular example would make an excellent addition to a top-drawer Indian Head cent collection. NGC reports only three examples finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

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1860 1C PR65 PCGS. CAC. Of the 542 proofs struck of the 1860 cent, most show shallowly mirrored fields, field striations, and rounded edges. Conjecture by both Rick Snow and Ron Sirna is that this date was singly struck in proof format. This piece has confirmed reflectivity, but certainly not deep. The surfaces display pale lilac color in the fields with a light overlay of red on each side. Only a few light specks of carbon are present, and most will require magnification to see. Population: 35 in 65, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1862 1C PR66 PCGS. Even though only 550 proofs were struck for this issue, it is usually more available than the two previous copper-nickel dates, and it also has a reputation for superior striking quality. The surfaces on this piece are exceptionally clean. Each side shows lovely honey-golden coloration with a slight accent of lilac intermixed. A lovely proof representative of the type. Population: 29 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1862 1C PR66 Cameo PCGS. The copper-nickel series from 1860 through 1864 is a short and completable set. But if just one type coin is needed for a 19th century proof type set, the 1862 would be the most likely suspect. There are a surprising number of well-produced, high grade proofs extant. However, this is an exceptional coin even for this year. The surfaces retain much of the original whiteness, seen here more as a pale shade of lilac. Elsewhere there are soft touches of tan present. The fields are deeply mirrored and the devices show strong contrast on each side. Population: 18 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

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1864 1C Copper-Nickel PR64 PCGS. A touch of light brown patina visits the mostly bright tan surfaces of this highly reflective near-Gem. Several tiny blemishes are noted on both sides, but there appears to be no evidence of contact.(Registry values: N1793)

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1864 1C Copper Nickel PR65 Cameo PCGS. The 1864 has the lowest proof mintage of all the copper-nickel cents with only 370 pieces struck. While much scarcer than the 1862, the production quality is similar with deeply mirrored fields and several high-grade examples that exhibit frost on the devices--such as this piece. The surfaces are light in color, but not quite original "white" and show an even layer of red patina over each side. The only identifiable irregularity (and a slight one) that helps identify this coin is a patch of pale lilac in the lower left obverse field. Population: 21 in 65 Cameo, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1867 1C PR64 Red PCGS. 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. Eagle Eye Photo Seal card included. Population: 33 in 64 Red, 12 finer (9/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2003), lot 875; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 5193.(Registry values: N2998)

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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 remotely consequential marks or carbon. In a prior generation holder. Census: 14 in 65 Red, 2 finer (3/09).
Ex: Robert R. Rollins Collection, Part One (Heritage, 5/2008), lot 2378, which realized $2,185.(Registry values: N2998)

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1873 1C Closed 3 PR65 Red PCGS. Since they were struck early in the year, all proof 1873 cents are of the Closed 3 variety. An analysis of surviving examples seems to suggest that the Mint took little care with the preparation of this issue. The fields are usually moderately reflective, at best, and the attenuated nature of Liberty's eye and the first feather in the headdress further suggest excessive die polishing. Writing in 2002, Ron Sirna notes of the proof 1873: "This is a very tough coin to locate in gem full red condition. This is due to the sloppy die preparation, which produced coins that do not seem to excite very often."
On this fortunate survivor, both the obverse and the reverse are aglow, showing copper-golden luster with some slight muting overall. Suitably vibrant reflectivity shimmers over crisp features that were obviously the recipient of a powerful impression. Some minor carbon spotting serves to limit the already high grade. Population: 27 in 65 Red, 3 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1873 1C Closed 3 PR66 Red NGC. A stunning Premium Gem proof 1873 Closed 3 Indian cent, exhibiting extraordinary design elements and amazing orange proof luster on both sides. Close examination with a glass is required to see the few tiny spots on each side that invariably reside on these early proofs.(Registry values: N4719)

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1875 1C PR66 Red and Brown ICG. A razor sharp specimen with subtle reflective qualities that come alive when held under a good light source. Mottled rose and olive toning along with a conspicuous lack of carbon add to the appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

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1875 1C PR65 Red PCGS. With just 700 pieces struck, the 1875 proof cent poses a significant challenge, particularly with fully Red surfaces. The lemon and orange shadings of this Gem create lively eye appeal, and the mirrors are deeply reflective. The strike is complete throughout, and only a single flyspeck is noted just left of 12 o'clock on the obverse rim. Population: 12 in 65 Red, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

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1876 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Pleasing walnut-brown and red-orange patina coats the lustrous surfaces. A trace of lilac color is seen in the obverse fields. This boldly struck Premium Gem has no marks of any significance and exhibits outstanding eye appeal. Census: 14 in 66 Red and Brown, 4 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1878 1C PR64 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. CAC. This beautiful cent is primarily orange-gold, although cherry-red and jade-green are also evident, especially on the reverse. Flashy and needle-sharp with infrequent pinpoint carbon.(Registry values: N991)

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1880 1C PR65 Red PCGS. A stunning Gem with attractive light red patina over both sides. The obverse fields are enhanced by a trace of sky-blue color. Several minuscule flecks preclude an even higher grade. A tiny mark near the E in UNITED is noted for future pedigree purposes. Population: 62 in 65 Red, 23 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1883 1C PR66 Red NGC. Bright, even orange-red color covers both sides of this splendid high grade proof. Deeply mirrored fields and luminous motifs combine to provide noticeable contrast, although this older holder example is undesignated as Cameo. One small obverse spot at 5:30. Census: 3 in 66 Red, 2 finer (9/09).
Ex: Alex Highland Collection (Heritage, 6/2002), lot 5221.(Registry values: N4719)

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1891 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Pleasing light blue accents visit the deep red surfaces of this appealing Gem. A loupe locates just a few insignificant carbon spots. This outstanding example is encapsulated in a prior-generation PCGS holder. Population: 15 in 65 Red, 4 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

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1901 1C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. Snow-PR1. The base of the 9 is obviously repunched east. The obverse is fire-red, and the reverse is sea-green and orange. Cartwheel luster abounds despite the proof designation. Snow states business strikes were also coined from these dies, as Snow-13. Razor-sharp and beautiful. In a former generation holder.(Registry values: N1793)

Lincoln Cents

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1909 VDB 1C MS67 Red PCGS. This fully struck fire-red and lime-green Superb Gem has dazzling luster and is bereft of abrasions. Inspection with a lens reveals only infrequent microscopic carbon.(Registry values: N208)

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1909-S VDB 1C VF25 NGC. This series key cent is olive-brown and has pleasing sharpness despite 35 points of wear. The lower reverse has a few gray flecks. A small and inconspicuous spot on the obverse exergue is accompanied by a few faint pinscratches.(Registry values: N1)

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1909-S VDB 1C XF45 NGC. This century-old key date cent is toned deep golden-brown with a blush of gunmetal-blue on each side. Well defined with some remaining luster and a smattering of inconspicuous thin marks.(Registry values: N991)

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1909-S VDB 1C AU55 NGC. Rich chocolate-brown color with elegant gold and blue overtones. This briefly circulated key-date Lincoln cent would make an excellent addition to a same-condition or slightly finer set.(Registry values: N991)

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1909-S VDB 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. Hints of underlying gold luster peek through the layer of tan patina. The design elements are well struck up, including the date, mintmark, and initials. Free of mentionable spots or flecks. Really a nice piece for the designated grade.(Registry values: N991)

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1909-S VDB 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. This lustrous pumpkin-orange near-Gem approaches a full Red designation, but the open fields have mellowed slightly over the past four score and twenty years. Sharply struck with fully brought up initials and only a single minute fleck above the 0 in the date.(Registry values: N1793)

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1909-S VDB 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. This is a nice collectible grade and color for many collectors between much-costlier Red Gems and the Brown Lincoln keys and semikeys, which seem underrated but offer fertile collecting opportunities of their own. Much red remains on the present piece, but deeper pinks and oranges also complement. The reverse color offers some true brown along with the considerable red, and appealing luster prevails over all. A sharply struck and appealing example.(Registry values: N1793)

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1910 1C MS67 Red NGC. A peach-red Superb Gem with beautiful peripheral bands of ice-blue, rose, and sun-yellow. Fully struck and lustrous with a nearly pristine reverse. Census: 14 in 67 Red, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1912-D 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Light copper-orange color dominates the eye appeal of this attractive Gem. The well-defined obverse displays beautifully, and both sides are minimally marked. Only a small flyspeck below the RI in AMERICA precludes an even finer designation. PCGS has graded just 11 finer Red representatives (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1912-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. Copper-gold surfaces are imbued with wisps of light green and reddish-tan. Crisply struck, save for weakness in the rightmost lines of the right wheat stalk. A faint pinscratch is visible on the shoulder. Population: 24 in 65 Red and Brown, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

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1914-D 1C AU58 PCGS. Glimpses of orange-gold luster show in the recessed areas of this near-Mint State key date Lincoln. The design elements are well defined, including the grains and lines in the wheat stalks. A few small flecks, seen on the majority of '14-D survivors, are concealed within the medium tan patination.(Registry values: N991)

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1914-D 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. A satiny key date cent that retains a surprising amount of its initial apricot-gold color. The upper left obverse quadrant offers deep powder-blue patina, and the reverse borders display thin cobalt-blue streaks. Precisely struck throughout and devoid of apparent marks.(Registry values: N1793)

153

1914-D 1C MS63 Brown NGC. Chocolate-brown dominates the right obverse, while the left field is sea-green. The reverse is lighter in color and displays chestnut and lime tints. Lustrous and meticulously struck with pleasing surfaces. A famous low mintage key date, less saved than its 1909-S VDB predecessor and 1931-S successor.(Registry values: N1793)

154

1914-D 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. This is a wonderful Red and Brown Gem example of this rare date. Its surfaces are devoid of mentionable spots or flecks, an unusual attribute for this issue. In addition, the design elements are sharply impressed, including Lincoln's hair detail and all of the letters. Close inspection reveals no contact marks that are worthy of individual mention. Difficult to locate any finer. Population: 39 in 65 Red and Brown, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

155

1914-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. The orange-gold obverse appears full Red, although the reverse field has partially mellowed to steel-gray. Only the O in ONE lacks a precise strike, and pinpoint obverse carbon is all that precludes an even higher grade.
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2008), lot 240, which realized $1,495.(Registry values: N1793)

156

1918-D 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. Considerable fire-red beckons from the legends, borders, and device recesses, although apple-green is also prominent. A thin vertical mark left of OF, otherwise exquisite.(Registry values: N1793)

157

1919-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Ex: Ron Bozarth. Cherry-red and sun-gold enrich this shimmering early branch mint cent. A mark-free near-Gem with just enough carbon on the reverse to deny a higher grade.(Registry values: N1793)

158

1919-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this 1919-S exhibits attractive reddish-gold color with satiny luster. Only a few imperfections or spots are evident on each side.(Registry values: N1793)

159

1920 1C MS66 Red PCGS. An intricately struck pumpkin-orange Premium Gem that has a small area of prooflike luster near UNUM. Splendidly preserved, and carbon is virtually absent. Struck from moderately rotated dies.(Registry values: N491)

160

1921 1C MS66 Red PCGS. Orange and yellow-green luster emanate from both sides of this exquisitely struck Premium Gem cent. A few tiny reverse flecks are barely noticeable. Population: 60 in 66 Red, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

161

1921-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. Booming luster and a good strike combine with consistent peach-gold color to ensure the eye appeal. A few minute gray obverse spots near 3 o'clock, and the reverse has two minor retained laminations above the E in ONE and on the LU in PLURIBUS.(Registry values: N491)

162

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse VF25 PCGS. FS-401, formerly FS-013.2. Die Pair 2. A circulated but problem-free chocolate-brown representative of this famous key date. The portrait appears well worn, characteristic of the variety, but the lines in the wheat ears are bold aside from the one furthest right.(Registry values: P2)

163

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse XF45 PCGS. FS-401, formerly FS-013.2. Die Pair 2. The sharp second 2 in the date and the well detailed wheat ears confirm the coveted Strong Reverse die pair. Although moderately circulated, this deep golden-brown example has pleasing surfaces and would occupy a place of honor within a complete collection of Lincoln Wheat cents.(Registry values: P2)

164

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse AU50 PCGS. FS-401, formerly FS-013.2. Die Pair 2. Faint blue overtones visit the deep walnut-brown surfaces. Both sides offer considerable luster, glossy on the characteristically weak obverse and more luminous on the sharp reverse. Minimally abraded for the grade and a highly desirable example of the variety.(Registry values: P2)

165

1924 1C MS66 Red PCGS. All Philadelphia Mint Lincoln cents from the teens and twenties are not created equal. The mintage of the 1924 was "only" 75 million coins, a total dwarfed by 1920's 310 million, for example. This MS66 Red 1924 is one of 65 so graded at PCGS, with three Red coins finer (9/09). Lovely orange-red surfaces are well struck and completely free of visible carbon. The color is even on each side and presents a well-balanced coin. A superlative example.(Registry values: N991)

166

1924-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. This conditionally rare pumpkin-gold S-mint cent is lustrous and has a mark-free obverse. A few minute ticks on the letters in ONE CENT. An orange peel texture (from die wear) is noted across the obverse border.(Registry values: N491)

167

1926-S 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CAC. The 1926-S is the key date of the series for those who will only purchase full Red Gems. This satiny example offers orange-red near the margins, but the fields and devices are deep chocolate-brown. Refreshingly unspotted, and also nearly bereft of marks.(Registry values: N1793)

168

1926-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. This low-mintage cent (4,550,000 pieces) is a key date in the Lincoln cent series, and is especially difficult to locate in full Red. Indeed, PCGS and NGC have graded fewer than 100 Red examples in all grades. A scant two of these grade MS65, and none finer!
David Bowers, in his A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents, says of the 1926-S: "This is the rarity among pristine (undipped) Mint State Lincolns. Recently, Sam Lukes, a Lincoln cent specialist for many years, stated (in a July 23, 2007 letter to Bowers) that he has never seen a 1926-S that he would call MS-65 Red."
Copper-gold luster is splashed with orange on the reverse of this Red near-Gem specimen, and a well directed strike leaves strong delineation on the design elements. A few minute marks and tiny flecks deny Gem status. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 66 in 64 Red, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

169

1936 1C Doubled Die Obverse Type Two MS66 Red PCGS. FS-102, formerly FS-015. The date is prominently die doubled, and light doubling is apparent on LIBERTY and TRUST. Three major doubled dies are known for the 1936, making it a cherrypicker's delight. This is a gorgeous pumpkin-gold Premium Gem with exemplary preservation. Minor planchet marks over Lincoln's shoulder were present prior to striking. Population: 11 in 66 Red, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

170

1939-D 1C MS68 Red PCGS. Ex: Jack Lee. Lovely lime color graces the center, bounded by salmon-pink hues. A pinpoint-sharp and thoroughly lustrous example. The 1939-D is not rare in Mint State, but few Wheat reverse cents of any date (steel cents excepted) exceed the MS67 Red level. Population: 8 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).
Ex: The Joshua and Ally Walsh Collection of United States Cents (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 282; Jack Lee Collection (Heritage, 12/2008), lot 227.(Registry values: N991)

171

1943-D 1C MS68 PCGS. A well struck and virtually immaculate representative of the zinc-plated steel cent, coined only in 1943 aside from a handful of 1944-dated wrong planchet errors. Lustrous and exemplary.(Registry values: N991)

172

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse AU58 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. A medium-brown Borderline Uncirculated example of the best known doubled die error in numismatics. Each side has a couple of minor ticks. Unlike most other doubled die varieties, the spread on the obverse legends can be distinguished with the unaided eye.(Registry values: N991)

173

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS62 Brown NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. First discovered in 1956, the prominent doubling on the obverse of this famous variety makes it one of the most coveted varieties of 20th century numismatics. This specimen has sharp details with satiny tan surfaces. A few tiny spots limit the grade. Traces of mint red can still be seen on the obverse.(Registry values: N991)

174

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS64 Brown PCGS. CAC. FS-101, formerly FS-021.8. A remarkable brown and iridescent presentation is visible on both sides. As always, the doubling is clearly visible, even without magnification. This is a delightful Choice Mint State example of the key date 1955 Doubled Die cent.(Registry values: N1793)

175

1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 Red and Brown NGC. FS-101, FS-021.8. Dramatic die doubling across all obverse legends distinguishes this famous variety. Blended steel-blue and lavender with generous glimpses of the initial orange-red. Satiny and minimally abraded with a pleasing strike. Scarcely seen as a Gem and especially rare with any remaining red luster. Census: 12 in 65 Red and Brown, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

176

1969-S 1C Doubled Die AU55 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-028. The 1969-S Doubled Die is a remarkable rarity in the U.S. coin series, as one of the most prominent Doubled Die Obverse errors in the Lincoln cent series and indeed in all of American numismatics. A second 1969-S issue can sometimes be a major headache for coin dealers and others who specialize in Lincoln cents. Many, many Uncirculated rolls of 1969-S cents show strike doubling--also sometimes called shelf doubling, machine doubling, mechanical doubling, or ejection doubling--and beginning collectors often confuse the two "varieties." One is remarkably rare and valuable; the other has no numismatic premium.
CONECA, the Combined Organizations of Numismatic Error Collectors of America, designates the 1969-S Doubled Die Obverse as CONECA 1-O-I, meaning it is die #1, with doubling on the obverse, and is a Class I or hub-doubled die. The 1969-S Doubled Die was produced during the manufacture of coinage dies at the Philadelphia Mint, which until 1996 was the sole supplier of dies to the various branch mints.
One of the last steps in production of the finished dies was the application of a mint mark via a punch tool. The working die for the 1969-S Doubled Die was produced when it shifted during annealing or work-hardening, between squeezes or impressions from a working hub. So the true 1969-S Doubled Die, while it shows remarkable separation between the doubled numbers and letters, shows no doubling on the mint mark, which was added later on. The separation between LIBER, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the date on the 1969-S Doubled Die is so great that there is "open space" between many of the characters. The strike-doubled 1969-S cents show somewhat flat, shelflike edges to the doubled legends, and the "separation" between the doubled images is minimal.
Although the number of surviving specimens is quite low, Heritage has been privileged to handle a number of recent appearances of this much-sought and dramatic variety. On this piece, the surfaces are a lovely chocolate-brown with faint tinges of original red still remaining around the devices. There is just a touch of rub over the high points of the design. This piece in AU55 is one of four at PCGS, with 11 Brown pieces finer and only 16 finer regardless of color (9/09).

PCGS Set Registry Notes
This variety is included in the Lincoln Cents with Major Varieties, Circulation Strikes and Proof (1909-Present) collection, where it merits a whopping 10-point bonus. It is also included, of course, in the Lincoln Cents Complete Variety Set, Circulation Strikes and Proof (1909-Present), where it ranks the same.(Registry values: P1)

177

1969-S 1C Doubled Die MS63 Red NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-028. This impressive variety has a rarity factor of "URS-6" according to the most recent edition of the Cherrypickers' Guide, a figure that suggests survival of between 17 and 32 pieces. While it is not so famous as doubled dies such as the 1955 and 1972, owing to its rarity, the 1969-S Doubled Die cent has seen several recent high-profile auction appearances that have raised its prominence.
In the 40 years since it was struck, the 1969-S Doubled Die cent has seen much controversy, most of it in its first years. Q. David Bowers writes in his Guide Book of Lincoln Cents that due to the appearance of counterfeit Philadelphia 1969 cents that simulated broad doubling, the initial government reaction was hostile: "The Secret Service went on a witch hunt for these, believing that they were counterfeit in the style of [the] fake Philadelphia Mint doubled dies ... By the time these were acknowledged as legitimate, five genuine coins had been destroyed ... ."
This example is one of the survivors, whose true numbers are likely on the low end of the "17 to 32" range. Each side has fresh lemon-copper luster with just a bit of orange. Though faint, scattered abrasions are the norm and several copper spots are present on the reverse, neither type of fault affects the bold doubling that has captivated collectors. A great opportunity to own this famous Lincoln cent rarity, worth 10 points each in the PCGS Set Registry, Major Varieties and Complete Varieties Lincoln cent collections.(Registry values: P1)

Proof Lincoln Cents

178

1909 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Generous blushes of plum-red embrace the right obverse and the left reverse. Otherwise, this exactingly struck near-Gem is orange throughout. Bereft of contact, and pinpoint carbon is barely present.
Ex: FUN Bullet (Heritage, 1/2002), lot 242.(Registry values: N991)

179

1913 1C PR67 Red NGC. One of the most beautiful 1913 matte proof Lincoln cents any collector could imagine, this Superb Gem proof has brilliant orange luster with bold design elements and flawless satin surfaces. It would be a difficult task to form a set matched to this piece. Census: 5 in 67 Red, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

180

1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR66 Red NGC. The sharp strike and vivid copper-orange color of this Premium Gem cement its eye appeal. Both sides have wonderful, quasireflective satiny luster that is excellent for the type. Despite their popularity today, the Satin Finish 1936 proof cents were disliked by many collectors of the day, and later that same year, Brilliant Finish coins replaced them.(Registry values: P1)

181

1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR66 Red NGC. A remarkable and fully brilliant Premium Gem with rich orange proof surfaces. The fields are fully and deeply mirrored with only a hint of frost on the devices. The use of a strong magnifier fails to reveal any spots or other imperfections on this pristine cent. Census: 20 in 66 Red, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

182

1956 1C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. Marvelous orange-gold surfaces have been lovingly preserved. Well struck design features stand out against the deeply mirrored fields. Population: 33 in 67 Deep Cameo, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

183

1971-S 1C Doubled Die Obverse, Type One PR67 ★ Red NGC. FS-102, formerly FS-033. A bold obverse doubled die with the spread most prominent on LIBERTY and IN GOD WE. Gleaming copper-gold surfaces show only a couple of tiny flyspecks on the obverse.

Two Cent Pieces

184

1864 2C Small Motto MS63 Brown NGC. FS-401, formerly FS-000.5. This sharply struck Select representative has ample glimpses of orange-gold, particularly on the obverse. The reverse is predominantly medium brown, as are portions of the obverse. The introductory Small Motto subtype was only coined briefly, and constitutes a mere fraction of the 1864 two cent production.(Registry values: N1793)

185

1868 2C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. Peppered light brown and lavender accents intermingle with tan patina on the surfaces of this carefully preserved Gem. There are only a couple of nearly imperceptible carbon spots. The strike is razor-sharp. Population: 37 in 65 Red and Brown, 3 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N991)

Proof Two Cent Pieces

186

1865 2C PR65 Red PCGS. Plain 5. A hint of sky-blue in the margins and tan patina on the center of the reverse blends with the bright rose-red patina that covers the majority of the surfaces. Several tiny carbon spots are seen on both sides, but none are significant. One of about 500 proofs issued. Population: 16 in 65 Red, 8 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

187

1867 2C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Whispers of olive-green and crimson visit the luminous copper-gold surfaces of this Gem two cent proof, and a well executed strike leaves complete delineation on the design elements. Devoid of mentionable contact marks or spots. Population: 47 in 65 Red and Brown, 7 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N991)

188

1869 2C PR65 Red NGC. The highly reflective surfaces exude bright red-orange color, with peppered lilac accents on the reverse. A few nearly microscopic blemishes preclude an even higher grade. This fully struck Gem has spectacular eye appeal. Housed in a prior generation holder. Census: 14 in 65 Red, 8 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

189

1870 2C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Wafts of mahogany-brown and faint purple combine with bright tan patina on the surfaces of this boldly struck Gem. Several tiny flyspecks are noted, but both sides appear virtually devoid of any contact. PCGS has certified just 12 Red and Brown examples finer (8/09).(Registry values: N991)

190

1872 2C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. Moderately reflective fields highlight the crisply defined motifs at most angles. The copper-gold surfaces are devoid of spots or flecks. 1872 proofs are highly sought because of the scarcity of business strikes.(Registry values: N991)

191

1872 2C PR64 Red PCGS. Exquisitely struck devices stand out against the reflective fields, more so on the obverse. Soft copper-gold, bluish-violet, and purple coloration visits both sides. Some tiny flecks are noted on the obverse. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 28 in 64 Red, 49 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

192

1873 2C Closed 3 PR66 Red and Brown NGC. The 1873 Closed 3 two cent piece was the final issue in the series and only about 600 specimens were struck, all in proof format. The obverse of this highly lustrous piece is mostly red, while the reverse has a touch of light brown patina over the center. Several minor carbon spots do not distract. A fully struck and well preserved representative. Census: 34 in 66 Red and Brown, 2 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Three Cent Silver

193

1857 3CS MS65 PCGS. The 1850s through the start of the Civil War were the heyday for this "oddest" denomination, which after 1862 never saw a business-strike emission greater than the five-figure range. The 1857 production was 1.04 million coins, but Gems are much more plentiful than the next grade level finer. This MS65 example boasts silvery centers with a blush of color that deepens at the rims to blue and violet. Population: 35 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

194

1858 3CS MS64 PCGS. A nearly brilliant Choice example with beautifully smooth fields and slight inexactness of strike on the shield. Last year of the scarce Type Two design. Encapsulated in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

195

1858 3CS MS65 NGC. Light blue-green and olive peripheral elements frame pale silver-gray centers on this attractive, slightly satiny trime. Both sides are keenly detailed save for slight softness at the lower reverse stars. Marks are minimal. NGC has graded just 29 numerically finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

196

1860 3CS MS67 ★ NGC. The only business strike 1860 three cent silver to receive NGC's coveted Star designation, the present piece has vivid iridescent obverse toning with cerulean, lilac, and violet predominating. The reverse is mostly untoned, except around the margin. This piece is tied for numerically finest with two other coins (9/09). A superlative example.(Registry values: N2998)

197

1862 3CS MS65 NGC. CAC. Blue-green, peach, and antique-gold shadings drape the fields of this Gem. Great liquid luster beneath the patina. Strong eye appeal for this issue, the last business strike to escape the mass melting of trimes in 1873.(Registry values: N991)

198

1862/1 3CS MS67 PCGS. FS-301, formerly FS-007. The underdigit 1 is visible along the left side of the 2. As a Guide Book variety, this overdate appeals to a broad range of collectors, and a Superb Gem such as the present piece is a prize for the most discerning of numismatists. Hints of golden toning grace bright surfaces that are otherwise silver-white. Struck from clashed dies. Population: 12 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

199

1865 3CS AU55 PCGS. Interestingly, according to Walter Breen (1988), this issue was unknown to exist in business strike form until discovered in 1956. Breen also indicates that most of the 8,000-piece circulation strike mintage was likely melted in July 1873. Soft champagne-gray patina rests on both sides of this Choice AU specimen, each of which exhibits a relatively sharp strike and clean surfaces. Clash marks occur on both obverse and reverse. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N991)

200

1871 3CS MS66 Prooflike NGC. A mere eight 1871 three cent silver pieces out of a business strike mintage of 3,400 pieces have been designated as prooflike by NGC. The frosty devices of this Premium Gem specimen are nicely highlighted by the mirrored fields. Swaths of reddish-brown toning are deeper in hue on the obverse. Sharply struck and well preserved. Census: 2 in 66 Prooflike, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

201

1871 3CS MS67 Prooflike NGC. An extraordinary 1871 three cent silver piece with deeply reflective surfaces that show attractive copper-gold and steel-blue iridescence. Just 3,400 business strikes were issued and the bulk of high grade survivors traces back to a single well-preserved hoard. Census: 16 in 67 Prooflike, 3 finer (9/09).
Ex: New York Signature (Heritage, 7/2002), lot 6301.(Registry values: N2998)

202

1872 3CS MS63 NGC. One of just 1,000 pieces coined for this final business strike three cent silver issue, one that was heavily melted the next year. This Select survivor has characteristically reflective fields beneath rich blue-green and violet toning that also shows orange at the center of the reverse. Census: 6 in 63, 24 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Three Cent Silver

203

1856 3CS PR64 PCGS. Sun-gold, powder-blue, and lavender encompass the obverse of this fully struck Choice proof. The reverse displays consistent light honey patina. The 1856 proof mintage is unknown but undoubtedly low, probably 100 or fewer pieces. Population: 20 in 64, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

204

1857 3CS PR63 NGC. Both sides of this scarce Type Two proof three cent silver piece have light gray patina over mirrored fields and reflective devices. A trace of gold toning is evident on each side. While all five years of Type Two coins are known in proof, every date is rare in that format. Census: 4 in 63, 27 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

205

1857 3CS PR66 NGC. Ex: Pittman. Pre-1858 proof three cent silver is rare. Akers in 1997 estimated that only 40 to 50 proof 1857 three cent silvers are known. The flashy mirrors and razor-sharp strike of the present specimen leaves no doubt concerning its status as a proof. The outlines of the shield are fully brought up, as are the centers of each tiny star that adorns the reverse margin. Attractively toned with delicate autumn-gold and deep blue on the obverse, while the reverse is peach aside from a brilliant-lilac center. Flawless except for a couple of trivial mint-made strike-throughs on the Roman numerals. Census: 5 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).
Ex: 91st Sale, Barney Bluestone, 2/1946; John Jay Pittman Collection, Part One (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 407.(Registry values: N7079)

206

1859 3CS PR64 PCGS. The green-gold and blue peripheral shadings on each side are more intense on the reverse. Sharply struck with gleaming field luster, though a number of minor hairlines are also seen. Population: 45 in 64, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

207

1863 3CS PR65 PCGS. CAC. Pinpoint-sharp and flashy despite comprehensive ocean-blue, lavender, and lime toning. Just 460 proofs were produced, along with only 21,000 business strikes, since silver coins failed to circulate in most sections of the nation. Encased in an old green label holder. Population: 21 in 65, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

208

1866 3CS PR64 Cameo NGC. The highly reflective fields show impressive cameo contrast against the frosted devices. A loupe fails to locate any distracting marks. A sharply struck and brilliant specimen. Census: 13 in 64 Cameo, 17 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N991)

209

1866 3CS PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. A sharply struck and essentially untoned Choice proof. White on black contrast is consistent throughout both sides. From a low proof mintage of 725 pieces. Population: 9 in 64 Cameo, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

210

1868 3CS PR66 PCGS. This glittering proof has incredible eye appeal with deep blue and iridescent toning on both sides, over deeply mirrored fields with noticeable underlying cameo contrast. This important proof is a remarkable coin that is destined for the finest specialized cabinet or advanced type set.(Registry values: N1793)

211

1868 3CS PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. A razor-sharp Choice proof with lovely chestnut-gold, plum-mauve, and electric-blue tints that are most prominent across the peripheries. A well mirrored specimen with frosty motifs. Just 600 proofs were issued. Population: 13 in 64 Cameo, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

212

1869 3CS PR66 NGC. The upper left obverse and lower right reverse show swaths of blue-green and lavender toning, while dots of similar color grace the margins. The central obverse has a faint rose-gold tint, while the reverse is gleaming silver-white. Great eye appeal for this issue of just 600 pieces. Census: 17 in 66, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

213

1873 3CS PR64 PCGS. CAC. Blue-green hues fill the obverse, while the reverse has lighter rose and aqua accents. Precisely struck and undisturbed with a few brief lintmarks (as made) on the central reverse. Closed 3, as is the case for all known examples of this elusive proof-only final-year issue.(Registry values: N1793)

214

1873 3CS PR67 ★ Cameo NGC. A singularly beautiful Superb Gem specimen of this final-year proof-only issue. At first glance, the rose and blue toning at the centers appears to be the lightest patina on the coin, but then at a different angle, the formerly "black" mirrors come to life with pale sea-green color. Incredibly appealing and tied for numerically finest Cameo coin in the combined certified population (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Three Cent Nickels

215

1868 3CN MS66 PCGS. Gentle powder-blue and chestnut color graces this lustrous, undisturbed, and pleasingly detailed Premium Gem. Great visual appeal. Population: 29 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

216

1873 3CN Closed 3 MS65 PCGS. Variegated almond-gold and silver-gray invigorate this satiny and mark-free Gem. Well struck overall with minor incompleteness on the middle of the first denominational pillar. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 31 in 65, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

217

1881 3CN MS66 PCGS. CAC. This outstanding Premium Gem is lustrous and virtually untoned. The strike is unimprovable, and there is no indication of contact. The 8s in the date are lightly repunched. The mintage of three cent nickels soared in 1881, then returned to token levels for the remainder of the series. Population: 43 in 66, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Three Cent Nickels

218

1865 3CN PR65 NGC. The 1865 was the first year of issue for the three cent nickel, and only a small number of proofs were produced (estimated around 500 pieces). Far fewer are known today and many of those are cleaned or otherwise impaired, compared to the dates in the 1880s. This is an untoned example with nicely reflective mirrors in the fields, and there are no obvious or detracting marks on either side. Census: 57 in 65, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

219

1869 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. Light golden toning endows the unperturbed fields and intricately struck devices. An outstanding representative of this Reconstruction issue. A mere 600 pieces were coined. Census: 25 in 66 Cameo, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

220

1870 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. The early years of the three cent nickel series all had low mintages in proof format. In 1870 the mintage "spiked" to 1000 pieces. However, this larger mintage did not translate into a significantly larger number of high grade proofs that were saved. Only six other PCGS PR66 Cameo pieces have been certified with none finer (9/09). This is a beautiful and powerfully impressed example whose vibrant powder-blue surfaces have a touch of pastel lavender here and there.(Registry values: N2998)

221

1871 3CN PR67 NGC. Exquisitely detailed, even by proof standards, as evidenced by the individual hair strands in the curl over Liberty's ear. Minimally toned with flashy mirrors and eye appeal in spades. One of eight pieces awarded the PR67 grade by NGC, with none finer and none at that level known to PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

222

1872 3CN PR66 PCGS. Pale powder-blue patina complements the lavender-gray shadings on each side of this Premium Gem proof. Carefully preserved with elegant eye appeal. Population: 15 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

223

1874 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. Essentially untoned surfaces exhibit crisp design elements. A few minuscule spots run over each side. Census: 23 in 66 Cameo, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

224

1875 3CN PR65 PCGS. CAC. A precisely struck Gem that boasts exemplary preservation. Both sides have pleasing light gray surfaces with wisps of gold and ice-blue toning. Encased in a green label holder. Just 700 proofs were struck.(Registry values: N1793)

225

1877 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. Pale champagne and nickel-white zones merge into one another on this charming Cameo coin, from a proof-only issue with a mintage slightly north of 510 pieces. Well struck with gleaming mirrors beneath the patina and readily appreciable contrast. Census: 44 in 66 Cameo, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

226

1883 3CN PR67 NGC. CAC. This Superb Gem proof displays a great deal of field-motif contrast on both sides, each of which displays soft gold, powder-blue, and lavender coloration. Crispy struck, including the lines in the III. Some tiny flecks do not detract. Census: 82 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

227

1883 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. A pinpoint-sharp Superb Gem with imposing field reflectivity and noticeable white on black contrast. The wreath and portrait are particularly frosty. Census: 19 in 67 Cameo, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

228

1885 3CN PR67 PCGS. CAC. Pinpoint-sharp and essentially brilliant with flawless surfaces. This satiny Superb Gem appears unimprovable unless cameo contrast is requisite. Population: 31 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

229

1885 3CN PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. The 1885 proof three cent nickel, while not a particularly scarce issue overall, is popular thanks to its association with the same year's business strike mintage of just 1,000 pieces. More than that, condition rarity is key to this remarkably well-preserved coin's eye appeal. Among Cameo specimens of the issue known to NGC and PCGS, this is the only PR68 coin certified with none finer (9/09); that NGC gave it a well-deserved Star designation is simply icing on the cake. Just a blush of champagne-rose toning visits the centers, where thick frost drapes the devices, and the gleaming mirrors are nickel-white.(Registry values: N4719)

230

1887/6 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. The underdigit 6 is obvious, and the 8s are also recut. Fully struck and flashy with seamless surfaces and pleasing frost on the portrait and wreath. The reverse displays faint apricot toning. Census: 24 in 66 Cameo, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Shield Nickels

231

1866 5C Rays MS66 PCGS. Freckles of tan-gold reside on the lustrous surfaces of this first-year-of-issue With Rays nickel. The design elements are better struck than usually seen and both sides are devoid of significant die cracks. All in all, this piece displays much better eye appeal than the typical representative. Population: 27 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

232

1866/1866 5C Rays MS65 NGC. VP-002, FS-301, formerly FS-001. Fletcher-08. All four date digits are repunched prominently, with the first set visible without a loupe east of and higher than the second set. There are three other similar Repunched Date varieties listed in Fletcher and Cherrypickers' for the 1866 Rays. While the Mint had made copper-nickel Indian cents since 1859, that composition was 88:12 copper to nickel. The three cent nickels that debuted in 1865 and the 1866 Shield nickels were a much-harder 75:25 composition--one that the Mint employees clearly had much more difficulty in both die and coin production, judging by the many errors from the first years of both denominations. This piece has generous luster radiating from pristine nickel-gray surfaces. The strike is absolutely marvelous, and wispy die cracks on each side add even more character.(Registry values: P4)

233

1883 5C MS67 NGC. Four varieties of 1883 nickel can be collected, including the popular but elusive 1883/2 overdate Shield nickel, the regular business strike (or proof) Shield (as here), and the With Cents and No Cents Liberty nickels. Like many examples of this Shield nickel issue, this piece shows a die crack from the rim through the 3 in the date and the ball above. The nickel-gray surfaces are essentially devoid of either color or contact. Neither NGC nor PCGS has ever certified a finer specimen (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Shield Nickels

234

1866 5C Rays PR66 PCGS. CAC. A sensational representative of the new Shield nickel design, struck in the first year of the denomination. This proof is the only collectible proof of the With Rays design, and the present example has gorgeous gray and pale gold surfaces. Population: 42 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

235

1866 5C Rays PR66 Cameo PCGS. Here is one of the finest 1866 With Rays Shield nickels available to collectors, with deeply mirrored fields, lustrous devices, and excellent cameo contrast. Few finer examples have ever been certified, and Deep Cameo proofs are extremely rare, with only two such pieces certified by PCGS. Population: 29 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

236

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 complete 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: 30 in 65 Cameo, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

237

1872 5C PR66 PCGS. CAC. Luminous nearly untoned surfaces exhibit boldly impressed devices save for minor softness on some of the horizontal shield lines. Impeccably preserved throughout. Population: 42 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

238

1876 5C PR66 PCGS. A crisply struck Centennial coin with lovely olive-green, sun-gold, and apricot toning. A solitary minuscule fleck is noted on the center of the shield. Population: 29 in 66, 1 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

239

1878 5C PR67 NGC. While this proof-only issue is not so elusive as its 1877 counterpart, it is a prize nonetheless, particularly at the Superb Gem level. This mildly contrasted, boldly impressed specimen has pastel blue and yellow patina over gleaming fields. Census: 20 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

240

1879 5C PR66 ★ Cameo NGC. CAC. This nearly untoned Premium Gem has flashy fields and consistent frost throughout the motifs. Precisely struck and appealing. Census: 1 in 66 ★ Cameo, none finer with a Star designation (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

241

1880 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Whispers of barely discernible champagne-gold color adhere to the cameoed surfaces of this Premium Gem. Sharply struck and devoid of mentionable contacts or spots. Population: 63 in 66 Cameo, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

242

1880 5C PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. As of (9/09), NGC has certified only one Ultra Cameo proof 1880 Shield nickel, which constitutes the present lot. As one might expect from its unique designation, this untoned Premium Gem has flashy fields and frosted designs. A minute retained lamination on the right arrow and a single tick to the lower right of the prominent 5 are all that deny perfection.(Registry values: P1)

243

1881 5C PR67 Cameo NGC. Delicate gold and ice-blue accents invigorate this moderately contrasted Superb Gem. A tiny planchet flaw is noted in the area of the shield, but these do not affect the technical grade and the eye appeal is unhindered. With just one finer Cameo example known to NGC (2/09), this is a top-flight survivor.(Registry values: N2998)

244

1882 5C PR67 PCGS. The obverse and reverse fields of this Superb Gem proof are moderately reflective around frosty devices. This sharply struck specimen is enhanced by wispy gold toning. Population: 39 in 67, 0 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Liberty Nickels

245

1886 5C MS64 PCGS. A wonderful Mint State example of this scarce date, one of the most difficult in the series. In fact, the 1885 is more highly regarded, but the 1886 in Mint State is possibly more difficult to locate. And the presence of two such pieces in this sale provides collectors with an extremely important opportunity. This Choice Mint State example has delightful satin luster with pale gold toning on both sides. PCGS has only certified 38 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

246

1886 5C MS66 NGC. CAC. Traditional wisdom held for many years that the 1885 Liberty nickel was significantly scarcer than the 1886, and prices reflected this perception. That was not the case in reality, however, and with 23 years of certification data we now have empirical data to support the two years' equivalency. When one adds up all the coins certified by both of the major services the 1885 has had 424 pieces graded from MS60 through 67, while the 1886 has had 421 coins certified from MS60 to MS66. Notably, there are no pieces finer than MS66 (the grade of the present piece) among 1886 nickels. And there are only four such coins certified by NGC (9/09).
The surfaces of this exemplary coin are bright and present sparkling mint luster. Each side is essentially untoned, although there is a short, vertical grease stain (as struck) on the upper neck of Liberty that allows easy identification in the future. The devices are sharply struck throughout with complete definition on the star radials and hair curls, just the slightest softness can be made out on the left ear of corn on the reverse. As one would expect, the surfaces are free from any distracting abrasions.
This piece will undoubtedly find a place in the collection of an advanced collector of Liberty nickels.(Registry values: N2998)

247

1888 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. The second 8 is lightly repunched north. Light tan and stone-gray toning endows this lustrous and unabraded Gem. A crisp strike except for the left ear of corn. Population: 41 in 65, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

248

1891 5C MS65 ★ NGC. This coin and a single MS66 are the only two NGC certified coins that carry the coveted ★ designation. This piece has exceptional blue, violet, amber, and rose toning with frosty luster. The surfaces are delightful. Among 19th century Liberty nickels, the 1891 is an elusive date.(Registry values: N1793)

249

1893 5C MS65 Prooflike NGC. This lightly toned Gem has dazzling luster and no remotely reportable marks. The strike is sharp save for the first two stars and the left ear of corn. A lower mintage date that becomes elusive in higher Mint State grades. As of (9/09), the only 1893 nickel certified as Prooflike by NGC.(Registry values: N1793)

250

1893 5C MS66 NGC. A fully brilliant Premium Gem, this 1893 Liberty nickel has frosty luster with nickel-gray surfaces and splashes of pale gold toning. The date is one of many rarities in the nickel series in such a fine grade. The population data tells the entire story. Census: 7 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

251

1899 5C MS67 NGC. Striking orange, rose, and olive-gray tints consume the satiny surfaces of this delightful Superb Gem. Overall definition is excellent, though softness is noted at star 1 on the obverse and the lower left ear of corn on the reverse. One of just four MS67 coins graded by NGC with none numerically finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

252

1900 5C MS66 PCGS. Caramel-gold and gunmetal-gray embrace this lustrous and sharply struck Premium Gem. Only star 7 lacks a complete impression. Among the nicest survivors from this turn of the century date. Population: 41 in 66, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

253

1903 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. The base of the 1 in the date is obviously repunched. A remarkable Premium Gem with vivacious luster, light golden toning, a good strike, and nearly pristine preservation. Population: 73 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

254

1912-S 5C AU55 PCGS. The cream-gray and tan-gold toning is illuminated by luster near the borders. This problem-free key date nickel is distinguished by a radial die crack on the reverse at 10:30.(Registry values: N991)

255

1912-S 5C MS62 PCGS. Rich peach, powder-blue, lemon, and mauve toning endows this satiny, unmarked, and typically struck example. A popular and low mintage San Francisco issue from the only mintmarked year of the type.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Liberty Nickels

256

1883 5C No Cents PR66 PCGS. CAC. Lemon-gold and powder-blue with an intricate strike and a virtual absence of carbon or contact. An exemplary Premium Gem of this single year design. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 90 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

257

1883 5C No Cents PR67 NGC. This one-off proof issue has become immensely popular with type and date collectors alike, and demand for the highest-graded examples, Superb Gems such as the present piece, far outstrips supply. This specimen sports pale blue and peach toning, the latter color appearing mostly on the reverse. A tiny contact mark is noted within the wreath. Census: 20 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

258

1883 5C With Cents PR67 NGC. Beautifully patinated in orange, honey-gold, and steel-blue. Sharply struck and satiny with impeccable preservation. The 3 in the date is lightly repunched. Among the highest mintage 19th century proof issues, but the sole date of the With Cents type. Census: 11 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

259

1885 5C PR63 NGC. Peppered russet toning combines with silver-gray on the obverse, while the reverse has an additional light blue tint. A tiny mark to the left of Liberty's eye is barely worthy of mention. Only 3,790 proofs were struck.(Registry values: N991)

260

1885 5C PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Exquisitely detailed with distinct contrast, though the frost across the devices is light. Scarcely toned surfaces are wonderfully well-preserved. Thanks to its association with the year's business strikes, the proof 1885 Liberty nickel is avidly sought, but a Superb Gem of this quality can stand on its own merits. Population: 6 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

261

1886 5C PR67 ★ NGC. CAC. Delicate lavender, mint-green, and blue shadings visit the gleaming surfaces of this sharp Superb Gem proof. Simply outstanding eye appeal. Neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a numerically finer survivor (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

262

1886 5C PR67 Cameo NGC. The 1886 and 1885 Liberty nickels are the most elusive of the series (excluding the legendary 1913s, of course), and some collectors opt for a nice proof example rather than a high-priced circulation strike, usually of lower quality. This memorable 1886, one of 4,290 proofs produced, offers grayish-white surfaces with excellent contrast. Census: 6 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

263

1893 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Fully struck and flashy with brilliant and immaculate surfaces. The wreath, portrait, and legends exhibit consistent frost relative to the glassy fields. Population: 14 in 66 Cameo, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

264

1901 5C PR67 Cameo NGC. An extraordinary Superb Gem Cameo proof, this lovely nickel has impressive pale gray surfaces with deeply mirrored fields and highly lustrous devices. The surfaces are exceptional and the overall aesthetic appeal is extremely high. Census: 8 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

265

1902 5C PR66 PCGS. CAC. A hint of golden toning adorns this satiny yet nicely mirrored high grade proof type coin. The strike is unimprovable, and the sole imperfection is trivial carbon near UNUM. Magnification reveals minor repunching near the ball of the 2 in the date. Population: 58 in 66, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

266

1905 5C PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. A bold strike, deeply mirrored fields, highly lustrous devices, and "ice-blue" toning provide a degree of aesthetic desirability that is seldom encountered in the Liberty nickel series. The surfaces are pristine without any consequential flaws. Population: 1 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

267

1910 5C PR68 NGC. What's not to like about this coin? The only thing it seems to lack is an official Cameo designation, and in fact there is significant contrast between the fields and devices. The top of each side has deep dip of lilac and rose patina and a crescent of rich, multicolored patina at the bottom. The surfaces appear perfect even under a loupe. Amazing quality. Census: 6 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Buffalo Nickels

268

1913 5C Type One MS67 PCGS. CAC. A magnificent Superb Gem of this single year design subtype. Light olive-green with blushes of rose-red near the rims. A good strike with occasional minor incompleteness on peripheral elements.(Registry values: N991)

269

1913 5C Type Two MS67 NGC. CAC. Tinges of lilac surround the ice-blue centers of this splendid Superb Gem. The bold strike, including a full horn and split tail on the reverse and nearly full braid on the obverse, complements surfaces that are essentially flawless, with incredible eye appeal. One of the dozen finest certified of this issue at NGC (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

270

1915-S 5C MS66 PCGS. This impressively struck Premium Gem has shimmering luster and original olive and chestnut-gold toning. Carbon is minimal, and neither side shows any noticeable abrasions. The bison's head, shoulder, and tail are boldly defined, as are the mintmark and date. Outstanding quality for this low mintage issue. Population: 27 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

271

1917-S 5C MS63 PCGS. Hints of golden toning grace shimmering and unmarked surfaces. One tiny spot on the Indian's forehead. An above average strike for this scarce early branch mint issue.(Registry values: N1793)

272

1918/7-D 5C Good 6 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. Olive-gray patina resides in most of the recesses of this key date representative, highlighting the motifs. The design elements retain a good amount of detail and the surfaces are quite clean for a coin having seen heavy circulation. An inoffensive graze on the bison's belly is mentioned only for complete accuracy. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1)

273

1918/7-D 5C VF30 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. A desirable midrange representative of this popular Buffalo nickel overdate. Faint tan overtones grace otherwise nickel-gray surfaces that are lightly abraded. Only the tip of the bison's horn shows any evidence of merging with the rest of the head.(Registry values: N1793)

274

1919-D 5C MS66 NGC. Despite a generous mintage of over 8 million pieces, the 1919-D nickel is a famous condition rarity in its series, since poor strikes and weak luster abound. This is a remarkably attractive example with substantially above-average definition and attractive quicksilver luster. Lovely rose, orange, and blue patina graces each side. Census: 6 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

275

1923 5C MS66 NGC. CAC. Low-intensity lilac, lime, and apricot patina graces the lustrous surfaces of this undisturbed Premium Gem. The strike is above-average, despite expected softness on the curve of the tail and the hair above the braid. Census: 41 in 66, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

276

1923 5C MS66 PCGS. Pastel sun-gold toning enriches the reverse, while the obverse is practically brilliant. Well struck save for the curl of the tail and the hair above the braid. An essentially pristine Premium Gem with dazzling luster and excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

277

1923-S 5C MS64 NGC. Splashes of gold, sky-blue, steel-gray, and lilac run over the highly lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem. Generally well struck except for the usual weakness on the bison's head. Nicely preserved. The '23-S becomes more difficult any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

278

1925-D 5C MS64 NGC. Beautiful forest-green, orange-red, and navy-blue consume this lustrous Choice branch mint nickel. The date and mintmark are sharp, as is the bison's horn, although the centers show softness customary for the issue.(Registry values: N1793)

279

1927-S 5C MS63 PCGS. Gold patina with ice-blue accents bathes the luminous surfaces of this Select S-mint key-date representative. Well struck except for the usual weakness in the hair on the bison's head. Some light flecks are visible in the fields.(Registry values: N1793)

280

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: 34 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

281

1928-S 5C MS65 NGC. Light nickel-gray central color with gold-orange peripheral tints, all over quicksilver luster. The strike is uncommonly sharp for this poorly produced San Francisco issue, though even this coin is not immune to slight softness on the bison's shoulder. Census: 43 in 65, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

282

1928-S 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1928-S Buffalo nickels would not be on anyone's short list of the most elusive S-mint issues in the series, but they are nonetheless difficult in the higher Mint State grades, usually due to strike deficiencies or planchet quality. All examples known are of the Small S variety, although Lange's third edition series reference makes tantalizing note of the possibility (not probability) of a Large S variety awaiting discovery one day. In MS66 this piece is one of the finest half-dozen examples certified at PCGS (9/09). Both sides exhibit typical, original silver-gold coloration, with a better-than-average strike. Some light orange-peel effect is the product of die erosion.(Registry values: N4719)

283

1930 5C MS67 NGC. The 1930 Buffalo nickel, with a mintage approaching 23 million pieces, can be readily located in Mint State through the Gem level. Premium Gems are more difficult, and higher-grade specimens are elusive. Champagne-gold and ice-blue patina is slightly deeper on the reverse of this highly lustrous Superb Gem. Only minor softness is seen on the Indian's hair, but overall the strike is far better than usually seen on this issue. The only mark of note occurs in the field under the bison's neck. Census: 5 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

284

1937-D 5C Three-Legged XF40 NGC. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. Light to medium intensity golden-gray patina runs over both sides of this Three Legged representative. The design features are relatively strong, and show most all of the horn. Both sides are devoid of mentionable contacts or spots.(Registry values: N991)

285

1937-D 5C Three-Legged XF40 PCGS. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. Chestnut-gray and gunmetal embrace this key date nickel. The hip displays moderate wear, but the horn is intact and the diagnostics (such as the granular back leg) are obvious. Certified in a green label holder.(Registry values: N991)

286

1937-D 5C Three-Legged XF45 NGC. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. We present here a pleasing Choice XF example of this popular variety. Its nickel-gray surfaces are only lightly marked and exhibit well defined devices, including the horn.(Registry values: N991)

287

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU50 PCGS. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. A pale nickel-gray example of this popular variety. Still lustrous despite modest wear, though a handful of abrasions are present on the bison's body. Certified in a green label holder.(Registry values: N991)

288

1937-D 5C Three-Legged AU58 NGC. FS-901, formerly FS-020.2. The bison's flank shows a hint of friction, but shimmering tan-gold luster dominates both sides. No marks are remotely worthy of comment. A good balance between quality and affordability for this famous and widely pursued variety.(Registry values: N991)

Proof Buffalo Nickels

289

1913 5C Type One PR66 NGC. As the representatives of the Type One Buffalo nickel design with the best definition, the proofs of earlier 1913 are perhaps the ultimate expression of the Buffalo nickel in coined form. This exquisite Premium Gem has delightfully satiny surfaces that are pale nickel-gray with faint gold and rose accents. Marvelous visual appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

290

1913 5C Type Two PR66 PCGS. CAC. The even golden surfaces of this lovely Premium Gem matte proof show why collectors today favor these pieces so highly, with a wealth of detail from the bold impression that is far in excess of any business strike. Examine the knot that binds the braid, or the horn and fur on the buffalo's back, and the instant conclusion is a plethora of fine details. A wonderful, problem-free type coin. Population: 88 in 66, 50 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

291

1913 5C Type Two PR67 PCGS. This proof Buffalo nickel variant struck later in 1913 has a mintage that is a hair smaller than that of the Type One proofs. The present Superb Gem is ruggedly detailed with subtle mauve and tan elements against otherwise light nickel-gray surfaces. Exquisitely preserved and gorgeous. Population: 46 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Jefferson Nickels

292

1939 5C Doubled MONTICELLO MS65 NGC. FS-801, formerly FS-022. This famous Guide Book variety is one of the most prominent doubled dies in the entire Jefferson nickel series. This Gem offers light nickel-white color with a hint of champagne.(Registry values: P1)

Early Half Dimes

293

1795 H10C VF20 ANACS. V-4, LM-10, R.3. The late die state exhibits an obverse rim break over TY to the adjacent star. Light gray devices and deep natural gray fields are accented with pale gold hints on both sides. A few minor scratches and other tiny abrasions are consistent with the grade of this piece. A desirable type coin.(Registry values: P4)

294

1795 H10C --Damaged--NGC. XF Details. V-4, LM-10, R.3. Surface nicks, scratches, and scrapes are evident on both sides of this light silver-gray example. A pleasing piece otherwise, the obverse fields exhibit prominent clash marks, as bold as any we have seen on this otherwise plentiful variety.(Registry values: P4)

295

1797 H10C 13 Stars XF40 PCGS. V-1, LM-4, R.6. A total of three obverses and three reverses were variously paired to produce the four known Logan-McCloskey varieties for this year. The obverse is easily identified as the only use of the 13 Stars die. The reverse displays an inner berry below the first I, that in UNITED. Both sides feature variegated orange-yellow and gray-lilac areas, and despite 20 points of circulation wear, much pleasing detail remains. A small dig is noted just in front of Liberty's eye, along with some adjustment marks in the center of each side. Population: 4 in 40, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

296

1801 H10C VF35 PCGS. V-1, 2, LM-2, R.4. Formerly considered two different varieties, V-1 and V-2 have now been combined to a single listing, LM-2. The separate varieties were determined to be early and late die states of a single die combination. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder, this pleasing half dime has light silver devices with deeper gray fields. Hints of gold accent both sides.(Registry values: P7)

297

1805 H10C AU58 PCGS. V-1, LM-1, R.4. The 1805 half dime is a very scarce issue, with a reported mintage of 15,600 pieces all produced from a single known die pairing. It is the last Heraldic Eagle Reverse issue, since the next striking of half dimes would not occur until 24 years later, the latter issue of the Capped Bust design by William Kneass. The Logan-McCloskey half dime reference, published in 1998, reminds us that the 1805 is "very difficult to obtain in grades above EF."
The present piece is just a whisper of rub away from an MS63 grade or thereabouts. The rather deep coloration present on both sides resolves under a light into iridescent jade, orange, ice-blue, and lilac on the obverse. The reverse offers a similar palette. This elusive conditional rarity would represent a major acquisition for series specialists.(Registry values: P7)

Bust Half Dimes

298

1829 H10C MS65 PCGS. V-3, LM-2, R.1. Three vertical stripes in the shield, the I in UNITED is repunched. Splashes of orange, gold, apple-green, and lilac patina endow this exquisitely struck and lustrous Gem. Carefully preserved in addition to its beautiful toning, this first year type coin would be an impressive addition to any advanced collection. While a common variety of the year, this is one of the finest examples known. Proofs were also struck from these dies. Population: 23 in 65, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

299

1830 H10C MS65 PCGS. V-7, LM-7, R.2. The 8 in the date is lightly repunched. This satiny and exquisitely struck Gem displays rich tobacco-brown and slate-gray patina. Post-strike contact is inconsequential, and the originality and eye appeal are unchallenged. Population: 36 in 65, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

300

1832 H10C MS64 NGC. V-8, LM-5, R.1. Star 7 points to the center of a dentil, and on the reverse the foot of the R in AMERICA is slightly above the base of the I. Attractively toned, with mottled violet, blue, orange, and red. Flashy luster shines beneath the patina. Housed in a prior generation NGC holder.(Registry values: N1793)

301

1833 H10C MS67 ★ NGC. V-1, LM-10, R.1. A magnificent type coin. The surfaces are bright and shimmer with semireflective mint luster. This bright lustrous finish serves to backlight the wondrous scarlet centers that are surrounded at the margins by deep cobalt-blue. The striking details are strong throughout, and there are no obvious abrasions (nor would we expect to see any on a coin in this grade). The LM reference lists the Bowers 11/1996 coin graded MS66 as the finest known, but that is definitely not this piece. This is undoubtedly the finest LM-10 known.(Registry values: N4719)

302

1835 H10C Large Date, Large 5C MS64 PCGS. V-11, LM-4, R.3. The 5 in the denomination is large and almost touches a feather. This variety was discovered by W.W. Neil in 1927, but was not listed by Valentine in his 1931 monograph. Later collectors assigned it V-11. Pleasing lavender, green, and deep orange intermingle on the surfaces of this lustrous and well preserved near-Gem. The strike is razor-sharp.(Registry values: N1793)

303

1835 H10C Small Date, Small 5C MS67 PCGS. V-7, LM-10, R.1. Faint canary-gold toning adorns this vivaciously lustrous Superb Gem. Even prolonged inspection beneath a loupe is unable to locate any abrasions. Well struck overall, with any incompleteness limited to the curl left of the ear and opposite on the left border of the shield. LM-10 is the usually encountered of the two Small Date, Small 5C die marriages. The other variety, LM-11, is very scarce. Man different punches were used to form the dates and denominations of 1835 half dimes, which makes identification of the 12 different die pairings a relatively easy task. Population: 3 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

Seated Half Dimes

304

1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS64 PCGS. PCGS misattributed this near-Gem as the Large Date. Slate-gray surfaces are accented with sky-blue and exhibit well struck design elements. Some light scrapes are noted in the upper reverse field. Population: 31 in 64, 27 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

305

1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS66 NGC. Gunmetal-blue and reddish-silver patination along with soft luster reside on the impeccably preserved surfaces of this attractive Premium Gem. A decisive strike lends strong definition to the design elements. This is an excellent choice for the high-end type collector. Census: 10 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

306

1838-O H10C No Stars AU50 PCGS. Gold-orange color overall with a swath of blue-gray at the upper reverse. A well struck example of this austere but elegant subtype. Population: 3 in 50, 18 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

307

1840 H10C No Drapery MS65 NGC. Dusky ocean-blue patina invigorates this satiny Gem of a short-lived design subtype. Visually delightful with crisp design elements and smooth, beautifully preserved surfaces. Census: 20 in 65, 20 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

308

1840-O H10C No Drapery MS62 PCGS. V-4. Small O. This Valentine variety has a prominently recut star 5. The reverse has numerous spindly die cracks, including three that converge on the mintmark and one that runs from the left of the right ribbon-bow to the rim. Golden-gray surfaces exhibit well struck devices. A diagonal pinscratch on Liberty's midsection is not overly detracting. Al Blythe assigns this variety an R.5 rarity rating.(Registry values: N1793)

309

1846 H10C VF25 PCGS. CAC. Philadelphia produced meager amounts of half dimes and dimes in 1846, concentrating instead on half dollar and cent production. Today, the 1846 is rare in all grades. This problem-free full LIBERTY example is cream-gray and pale rose with a couple of small splashes of aqua-blue on the reverse. Population: 4 in 25, 27 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

310

1847 H10C MS66 PCGS. The 1847 is a larger mintage With Stars half dime and there is also a relatively large survival rate in Uncirculated grades. This is a lovely, high-grade example that has soft, frosted mint luster and reddish patina around a near-brilliant center with wide margins of blue on each side. The obverse is fully struck, and the reverse only shows slight high point softness on the leaves in the wreath. Population: 12 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

311

1849/8 H10C MS63 PCGS. V-2, FS-302, formerly FS-001.55. The 1 in the date is centered below the point of the shield, and the 4 in the date has an indent. A lustrous Select coin with orange elements at the upper left periphery and silver-white color elsewhere.

312

1851-O H10C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Ocean-blue, honey-gold, and pastel peach patina invigorates this satiny and nicely struck near-Gem. The reverse appears unabraded, and the obverse field has only a few wispy marks. Population: 18 in 64, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

313

1853 H10C No Arrows MS66 NGC. The silver-white surfaces of this Premium Gem exude pleasing luster and an exacting strike imparts sharp delineation to the design features. Impeccably preserved and yielding impressive eye appeal. Al Blythe (1992) writes that: "Most of the mintage was melted because the coins were worth over face value." Census: 9 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

314

1853 H10C Arrows MS65 PCGS. Prevailing blue-green color with a touch of dusky orange at the rims. Strong detail overall and an excellent choice for a similarly toned type set. Population: 53 in 65, 37 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

315

1854 H10C Arrows MS65 PCGS. This lustrous and virtually brilliant Gem appears to be immaculate, as a loupe reveals only parallel roller marks (as produced) on each side. A boldly struck and attractive example of this briefly coined subtype.(Registry values: N1793)

316

1857 H10C MS67 NGC. The 1857 is one of the highest-mintage dates in the Seated Liberty half dime series (7.280 million pieces), and consequently is available in most levels of preservation, including Mint State. Premium Gems are challenging, however, and finer-grade coins are highly elusive. Cobalt-blue, lavender, yellow-gold, and violet patination bathes the lustrous surfaces of this gorgeous Superb Gem. Generally well struck and impeccably preserved. Light horizontal roller marks are visible on the reverse. Census: 6 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

317

1858 H10C MS67 NGC. This is a textbook coin not only for what original toning should look like, but also for its unusually bold die clashing, with much of the reverse design prominent on the obverse. Clashing is visible on the reverse, although not so starkly. Pinkish-gold centers cede to cobalt-blue at the peripheries on each side. As demanded of the grade, there are essentially no post-strike impairments. Census: 20 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

318

1858 H10C MS67 NGC. CAC. The present Superb Gem is one of about three dozen so certified at NGC and PCGS combined, with a small handful finer. Pinkish-gray patina predominates, with excellent eye appeal and a bold strike. This piece, like many of the 1858 half dimes we have seen, shows a curious gouge out of the lower left loop of the first 8 that has flattened that portion of the digit, similar to the coin shown under FS-301 in the Cherrypickers' Guide, fourth edition, volume II. Census: 20 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

319

1858 H10C MS68 NGC. Dappled tobacco-brown and forest-green toning enriches this lustrous and precisely struck Superb Gem, a pristine antebellum half dime that has somehow remained undisturbed for more than 150 years. A prize for either the type collector or the Seated specialist.
This coin represents the final Philadelphia issue of this Stars Obverse subtype. In 1859 assistant engraver Anthony Paquet changed the obverse design, most noticeably on the stars, which have hollow centers. The portrait of Liberty was also modified. Those changes were set aside in 1860, when the Legend Obverse type was introduced. Census: 4 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

320

1861 H10C MS66 NGC. Gorgeous silky luster with silver-gray centers and rich blue, umber, and tan peripheral toning, this favoring the left obverse and the lower and right reverse. A Premium Gem that is attractive in all respects. Census: 32 in 66, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

321

1862 H10C MS66 ★ NGC. Blue-green, plum-red, and peach invigorate the margins. This outstanding half dime is well struck and essentially immaculate. Struck from widely rotated and boldly clashed dies. Census: 2 in 66 ★ , 3 finer with a Star designation (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

322

1862 H10C MS66 PCGS. Strongly defined with just a blush of peach toning at the right obverse rim. This shining Premium Gem is silver-white otherwise. A great coin for the type collector. Population: 35 in 66, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

323

1864 H10C MS66 NGC. The 48,000-piece business strike mintage of the 1864 half dime is highly suspect. Al Blythe (1992) cites research putting the mintage at a much lower figure. In any event, inspection of NGC/PCGS population reports indicates that this issue is very scarce in all grades. The lustrous silver-gray surfaces of this Premium Gem representative display hints of light peripheral gold-tan. Well struck except for the usual weakness on the upper left wreath elements. Clash marks are visible on the obverse. Census: 4 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

324

1866-S H10C MS64 NGC. Blue, tan-gold, and pale silver colors mingle on each side of this post-Civil War half dime. Softly lustrous with slightly above-average definition. Census: 17 in 64, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

325

1868 H10C MS64 PCGS. CAC. A coruscating near-Gem that provides light autumn-gold and slate toning. Marks are surprisingly scarce. An excellent opportunity to acquire a high quality example of this low mintage Reconstruction issue. Population: 11 in 64, 20 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Seated Half Dimes

326

1859 H10C PR66 Cameo NGC. Both sides of this charming Seated half dime proof offer elegant, yet contrasting patina. The obverse has rose toning over the frosty portrait and the nearby fields, framed by blue-green patina, while the reverse has a thin band of similar peripheral color around a pale golden center. Census: 3 in 66 Cameo, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

327

1861 H10C PR66 Cameo PCGS. This fully struck Premium Gem has blushes of navy-blue and brown on the lower left reverse, but most of the piece is only lightly toned. Much scarcer than suggested by its proof mintage of 1,000 pieces, since unsold sets were melted. Population: 1 in 66 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

328

1862 H10C PR65 NGC. This fully struck and nicely mirrored Gem proof is draped in light to medium almond-gold toning. A fleck or two of carbon is all that separates the coin from an even higher grade. Only 500 proofs were coined. Census: 19 in 65, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

329

1865 H10C PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. This Civil War near-Gem has icy devices and darkly mirrored fields. The strike is full, and the rose-gold toning is delicate. A meager 500 proofs were produced.(Registry values: P2)

330

1866 H10C PR65 Cameo NGC. This proof half dime is one of 725 examples coined in this post-Civil War year. The fields offer cameo contrast that is near to a Deep Cameo designation, with stark white frost on the devices and considerable depth in the mirrors. Several hairlines scattered around the fields on both sides preclude an even higher grade. Census: 3 in 65 Cameo, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

331

1867 H10C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Peach-gold dominates the fields, but the borders exhibit cherry-red, olive-green, and cobalt-blue patina. Nicely struck and fully original. A scant 625 proofs were coined. Population: 5 in 66 Cameo, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

Early Dimes

332

1796 10C --Environmental Damage--NCS. Good Details. JR-1, R.3. The die break near star 1 is familiar to specialists and provides prompt attribution. Toned deep powder-blue and chestnut-tan. The date and LIBERTY are bold and all stars are clear. The reverse has greater wear, with portions of the wreath no longer discernible. Only mildly granular.(Registry values: P7)

333

1796 10C VF20 ANACS. JR-2, R.4. The 1796 is important as the first date of the denomination, and one of only two dates with a Small Eagle reverse. The scarce JR-2 variety is quickly attributed by the I in AMERICA, which is distant from the point of the leaf. This is an attractively detailed VF example with rich powder-blue and canary-gold toning. All legends and stars are sharp, and much of Liberty's hair is present. Marks are surprisingly absent.(Registry values: P7)

334

1797 10C 16 Stars--Scratched, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. JR-1, R.4. This cream-gray example has bold legends, and the eagle's wings display more than half their feather detail. A small curved clip at 3:30 is of mint origin. Dull from a chemical cleaning, and both sides exhibit several pinscratches.(Registry values: P7)

335

1797 10C 13 Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. JR-2, R.4. This stone-gray early dime is dull and mildly granular from a moderate cleaning, but the obverse dentils are mostly distinct and the eagle shows partial plumage. Only two die pairings exist for the 1797, and they are separately collected due to differing star counts.(Registry values: P7)

336

1798 10C Small 8--Damaged--NCS. VG Details. JR-3, R.5. A cream-gray example with most letters in E PLURIBUS UNUM at least partly readable. Marks are noted on Liberty's forehead and bust tip, while the reverse has several pinpoint digs, mostly near the shield. Nonetheless, a collectible example of this very scarce Guide Book variety.(Registry values: P6)

337

1798/97 10C 16 Stars on Reverse--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. JR-1, R.3. Deep stone-gray with peripheral hints of tan and apple-green. Dull from a moderate cleaning, but the peripheral legends are generally clear. The obverse stars are faint but present. All four die marriages of 1798 dimes receive separate Guide Book listings.(Registry values: P6)

338

1798/97 10C 16 Stars on Reverse VG10 PCGS. JR-1, R.3. The more available of the two overdated variants, but still scarce in an absolute sense. The obverse is almost uniformly pale silver-gray, while the reverse has deeper elements in the fields.(Registry values: P6)

339

1798/97 10C 16 Stars on Reverse VF25 PCGS. JR-1, R.3. Despite its VF25 grade, the present early dime has substantial design detail, including glimpses of luster within the wing feathers. All letters in E PLURIBUS UNUM are clear. The stone-gray surfaces are minutely granular, and there are no distracting marks.(Registry values: P6)

340

1798/97 10C 13 Stars on Reverse Good 6 NGC. JR-2, R.6. Both overdate die marriages of this year share a common obverse, described as Small 8 Over Large 7. The JR-2 is distinguished by the 13 Star Reverse, while the JR-1 is paired with the 16 Star Reverse. This piece shows the heavy wear expected of the grade, but all of the major details are clear, and the coin is well centered and free of major post-strike distractions. Some of the shield stripes and a couple of letters of the motto are still discernible on the reverse.(Registry values: P6)

341

1800 10C XF40 NGC. JR-2, R.5. The more elusive variety with the first S in STATES centered over the first cloud. JR-1 has the same S over the right half of the cloud. This is a pleasing pearl-gray representative that has glimpses of golden-russet that deepens around the margins. Well defined, and certain to be avidly pursued by Draped Bust specialists.(Registry values: P6)

342

1800 10C AU55 NGC. JR-1, R.4. An impressive piece with excellent detail on both sides. The reflective obverse has light silver-gray fields with darker toning within the devices and near the borders. The reverse has frosty luster with gold, pale blue, and iridescent toning. This scarce variety is seldom seen in such fine preservation. Census: 6 in 55, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

343

1802 10C --Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. JR-2, R.5. A very scarce variety identified by the wide separation between STATES and OF. Deeply toned steel-gray, sea-green, and tan. The reverse is well detailed and pleasing aside from damage to the R in AMERICA. The obverse is scraped near the profile with scratches near the date and star 4.(Registry values: P7)

344

1804 10C 13 Stars on Reverse--Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. JR-1, R.5. The 1804 dime issue is a key date with a recorded mintage of 8,265 pieces, further divided between the 13 Star and 14 Star reverses which share a single obverse. The John Reich dime reference authors write, "Like its counterparts in other denominations, the 1804 dimes exude charisma." The cited "Damage" on this piece appears as a series of scratches near the obverse rim in two places and a couple of reverse scratches that are more shallow. The reverse only shows a pair of minor scrapes. Despite the impairments, significant appeal remains in the form of deep details.(Registry values: P8)

345

1805 10C 4 Berries AU58 NGC. JR-2, R.2. Both 1805 die marriages merit separate Guide Book listings, due to different berry counts on the olive branch. The present unmarked Borderline Uncirculated representative is sea-green and pale plum-red with the deeper toning on the reverse. The devices offer a wealth of detail, and luster exudes from the motifs.(Registry values: P5)

346

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 (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

347

1805 10C 5 Berries--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. JR-1, R.3. A mildly luminous stone-gray early dime. All legends are bold aside from the 5 in the date and the central letters in E PLURIBUS UNUM. The wings are nicely detailed, and there are no obvious marks. The dies are rotated 170 degrees, close to medal turn.(Registry values: P5)

Bust Dimes

348

1821 10C Small Date MS66 NGC. JR-9, R.2. Excellent design definition is noted on both sides of this Premium Gem 1821 dime. As a variety, JR-9 is rather common, but most known examples are in lower grades, while Gem or finer pieces are conditionally rare. This specimen has frosty luster beneath dark pastel shades of steel-blue, violet, rose, gold, teal, and amber. The surfaces are exceptional, and the eye appeal is first-rate. The present piece may be a contender for the finest known JR-9 dime, and certainly falls within the Condition Census of the variety. Census: 2 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

349

1822 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. JR-1, R.4. The only dies for this much better date, which has a Guide Book mintage of 100,000 pieces, less than a tenth of the prior year's production. The slate-gray centers are framed by lavender borders. Well detailed but minutely granular and somewhat bright. No marks merit mention.(Registry values: N1793)

350

1825 10C MS65 NGC. JR-1, R.4. The reported mintage for 1825 was 510,000 dimes, although most students of the series believe that the first 100,000 pieces were dated 1824. Five varieties are known, including three common marriages and two scarce marriages, produced from the combination of four obverse dies and three reverse dies. This lovely Gem has gold, gray, and lilac surfaces with frosty underlying luster. The eagle's head and neck are a trifle weak but all other design elements are bold. The quality of this piece is similar to the MS65 Eliasberg coin. This piece is clearly finer than the Lovejoy specimen, and possibly the second finest known.(Registry values: N4719)

351

1828 10C Small Date AU58 NGC. JR-1, R.2. Golden-russet and electric-blue deepen toward the borders of this partly lustrous near-Mint example. Smooth save for unobtrusive marks near the first two stars. Struck from prominently clashed dies.(Registry values: N991)

352

1833 10C Last 3 High MS63 PCGS. JR-5, R.1. A sharply impressed Capped Bust type coin that exhibits delicate caramel-gold toning and blatant cartwheel sheen. Refreshingly unabraded for the Select level. Population: 29 in 63, 50 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

353

1833 10C Last 3 High MS63 NGC. JR-5, R.1. Richly patinated in orange-gold, lavender, and aqua. Precisely struck and minimally abraded with vivacious luster throughout the stars and reverse.(Registry values: P1)

Seated Dimes

354

1837 10C No Stars, Large Date MS65 NGC. Fortin-101a, repunched 7 showing below the 7 in the date. The Large Date has a flat-topped 3 whereas the Small Date shows a round-topped 3. The champagne-gray surfaces of this Gem display splashes of sky-blue and gold and the design elements exhibit sharp detail. Lustrous surfaces reveal some trivial grade-consistent marks. Highly desirable as a type coin. Census: 24 in 65 for the issue, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

355

1837 10C No Stars, Large Date MS65 NGC. Fortin-101a. The Large Date practically fills the exergue. An exquisite Gem representative of this first-year Seated dime issue, light silver-gray in the lustrous centers with intense blue and orange-tan peripheral toning. Sharply struck with a peculiar die crack that snakes through the lower right side of Liberty. Census: 24 in 65, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

356

1838-O 10C No Stars AU50 ANACS. Greer-102, Fortin-102. Normal mintmark. Lightly worn with rich orange-gray, violet, and blue patina. An old pinscratch appears in the right obverse field.(Registry values: N1793)

357

1838-O 10C No Stars AU50 PCGS. Fortin-102. Normal mintmark. Rose-violet and dusky sun-yellow colors dominate the eye appeal. Though lightly worn, this still-lustrous No Stars dime has considerable charm. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 11 in 50, 66 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

358

1838-O 10C No Stars AU50 PCGS. Soft bluish-gray and champagne patina resides on the surfaces of this well defined O-mint representative. Minor obverse rim bruises occur at 4:00 and 10:00 and a couple of light scrapes are located in the lower right reverse quadrant.(Registry values: N1793)

359

1838-O 10C No Stars AU53 NGC. Fortin-101, repunched mintmark. An excellent example of this No Stars O-mint issue, the first half dime struck at that facility. Silver-gray, blue, and gold-orange toning elements mingle on each side. Census: 7 in 53, 62 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

360

1838-O 10C No Stars AU58 PCGS. Greer-101, Fortin-101. Repunched Mintmark. The design elements are sharply struck, including Liberty's head, the central obverse, and the reverse rim, areas that are typically weak. Ample luster is visible on both sides, each of which displays whispers of light green and rose under high magnification. A few light circulation marks in the right obverse field do not detract from the coin's overall appeal. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

361

1841 10C MS64 PCGS. A resplendent near-Gem with just a hint of toning on the rims. Several stars are a touch soft, but the rest of the details are crisp. A few tiny abrasions are nearly imperceptible to the unaided eye. The 1841 is rare any finer. Population: 14 in 64, 6 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

362

1845-O 10C XF45 PCGS. CAC. Fortin-101a, Large O. Golden-brown and cream-gray with glimpses of cobalt-blue along the left reverse margin. A richly detailed example of this difficult New Orleans issue. Population: 5 in 45, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

363

1851-O 10C AU55 PCGS. Well struck for this New Orleans issue with glints of gold that are most prominent at the margins. Moderately abraded yet attractive. Population: 3 in 55, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

364

1853-O 10C Arrows AU58 NGC. Bold gold-orange and blue toning dominates the obverse's eye appeal, while the reverse adds elements of rose-violet. A lustrous near-Mint coin with just a touch of friction on each side. Census: 11 in 58, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N491)

365

1858-S 10C VF25 PCGS. CAC. Stone-gray with charcoal shades near the rims. Relatively free from marks, and all letters in LIBERTY are clear. Only 60,000 pieces were struck, since double eagle and half dollar production was of greater importance to West Coast commerce. Population: 3 in 25, 30 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N491)

366

1860-O 10C --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40 The New Orleans Mint produced a memorably low output of Seated Liberty dimes on the eve of the Civil War, only 40,000 coins. This is an issue that Brian Greer calls "one of the key dates to the series though it is not as scarce as the 1871-CC, 1873-CC Arrows or 1874-CC," adding that it is "rare in sharp XF or better." The surfaces of this piece are dulled somewhat from cleaning and toned in teal and salmon. The only singular abrasion is located on the lower portion of the E in DIME. The 1860-O has added appeal because of its status as one of the first and most historic issues in the Legend Obverse subtype.(Registry values: N2998)

367

1861-S 10C MS61 NGC. Medium lilac, olive, and apricot shades blanket this Uncirculated Civil War dime. The obverse field has wispy marks, and the customary portion of the cereal grains lack a full strike. There were few coin collectors in the Old West, and most survivors of this issue are in well circulated grades. Census: 5 in 61, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

368

1863 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. A richly detailed representative of this challenging date. The tan and cream-gray surfaces are somewhat bright, and the upper obverse has occasional granularity. Just 14,000 pieces were issued.(Registry values: N991)

369

1866 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Light champagne-gray surfaces splashed with bluish-violet reveal fine hairlines when viewed under a loupe. Well defined with no significant marks.(Registry values: N1793)

370

1867 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. Cream-gray and sea-green toning envelops this rare date dime, which has a bold LIBERTY and subdued hairlines on the obverse field. A scant 6,000 pieces were struck, since fractional currency under Gresham's Law removed silver coinage from circulation.(Registry values: N1793)

371

1869 10C MS67 Prooflike NGC. NGC has graded exactly four 1869 dimes as Superb Gems, including this piece, the only Prooflike example certified there (9/09). Both sides offer strong reflectivity in the fields, with contrasting frostiness on the devices. Light silver centers give way to hints of gold-orange near the rims.(Registry values: N1)

372

1871-CC 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. This piece has the details of a Very Fine coin with subdued luster over the grayish-pink surfaces, indicative of a past cleaning. There a few other distractions and certainly no singular abrasions, although an off-color planchet lamination runs downward from before Liberty's head onto her shoulder and left (facing) arm. As one of the rare keys to the Seated dime series and an issue that is extremely rare in Mint State, this piece should see spirited bidding at the auction.(Registry values: N2998)

373

1872-CC 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. Caramel-gold and steel-gray alternate across this early low mintage Carson City dime. A bit bright from cleaning despite the subsequent toning. About five letters in LIBERTY are present. The N in ONE is absent, primarily due to a soft central strike.(Registry values: N991)

374

1873-CC 10C Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. While the noted cleaning has subdued the overall appearance, this example should nonetheless quicken the hearts of series aficionados. The surfaces show occasional charcoal-gray, which is more noticeable on the reverse. One of the key dates in the Seated dime series along with the 1871-CC and 1874-CC. The 1873-CC Arrows is only slightly more available in Good-VF than the 1871-CC, according to Greer, while more elusive in higher grades.(Registry values: N1793)

375

1873-S 10C Arrows MS61 PCGS. Fortin-101. Small Thin S. Peach-gold and powder-blue with vivacious luster and an assertive strike. Faint obverse field marks correspond to the grade. The Arrows, Legend Obverse subtype was only coined for two years.(Registry values: N1793)

376

1874 10C Arrows MS66 PCGS. Frosted luster radiates from the (mostly) silver-white surfaces of this charming Premium Gem type coin. Some bold clashing, visible under Liberty's right (facing) breast from the bifurcated leaf tip below (DIM)E on the reverse, adds some extra panache to an already flashy coin. Well but not fully struck, and certified in a green-label holder.(Registry values: N1)

377

1874-CC 10C Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. This piece has been retoned with gray-gold surfaces. Both sides have minor abrasions and scratches in addition to being cleaned. However, the details grade is a strong VG, nearly Fine, with six letters of LIBERTY visible. The 1874-CC is a major rarity in the Seated dime series, desirable in all states of preservation.(Registry values: N1793)

378

1874-CC 10C Arrows VF25 PCGS. The 1874-CC Seated dime is a classic rarity in the collection, with a tiny production of only 10,817 coins, all from one die pair. Those two dies may be identified by diagnostic keys. On the obverse the arrows, which were entered onto the coinage dies by hand, slant up noticeably on both sides of the date. On the reverse nearly all known examples show a die break from the ribbon through the middle of the last C in the mintmark and to the first C. The first S in STATES is broken.
Brian Greer's series reference says of the 1874-CC:

"The unquestioned key to the series (excluding the uncollectible 1873-CC No Arrows). Rare in any grade, and probably a full R6 in problem-free condition. Very few mint state pieces exist."

Rusty Goe, in The Mint on Carson Street, adds this: "Throughout the decades the annual rare coin auction circuit has historically offered one 1874-CC dime per year, and some years not even one." This VF25 coin should neatly fill the bill for some spirited bidder. The surfaces are medium gray overall with brighter accents over the high points. On the obverse a small scrape runs through the upper shield and Liberty's left (facing) thigh, with another in the right field. A couple of dark toning spots appear near the rims. The reverse is problem-free.(Registry values: N4719)

379

1876-CC 10C MS65 PCGS. This satiny and well struck Carson City type coin has medium autumn-gold and stone-gray toning. The Es in ONE DIME are die doubled, presumably due to the switchover in reverse hubs that took place in 1876. The minor design change left the E in ONE further from the wreath, relative to the Type One reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

380

1877-S 10C MS65 NGC. A richly lustrous Gem draped in colorful orange, blue, and green toning. Slight striking softness on the peripheral design elements scarcely affects the eye appeal. Census: 14 in 65, 7 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

381

1883 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Fire-red, aquamarine, and lime-gold encompass this lustrous and attentively struck Premium Gem. An exquisite representative of the Seated dime design. Population: 47 in 66, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

382

1884 10C MS66 PCGS. Golden-brown and navy-blue toning drapes this thoroughly lustrous, crisply struck, and pristine Premium Gem. Exemplary quality from the later years of the long-lived Seated series. Population: 32 in 66, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

383

1884 10C MS67 NGC. Pink and peach patina graces much of the otherwise silver-white surfaces on this Superb Gem Seated dime. Definition is substantially above-average, particularly on Liberty's often-weak head. With just six numerically finer pieces in the combined certified population (9/09), a conditionally challenging coin.(Registry values: N2998)

384

1885-S 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. Slate-gray with peripheral tan toning. Somewhat dull from cleaning, but richly detailed. The 1885-S has an unusually low mintage of 43,690 pieces, and few were set aside by collectors.(Registry values: N1793)

385

1887-S 10C MS65 PCGS. Plum-red and golden-brown shades deepen near the borders. Dazzling luster and a precise strike confirm the quality. A desirable example of this later San Francisco emission. Population: 24 in 65, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

386

1888-S 10C MS64 NGC. Potent luster and a wisp of honey toning confirm the originality of this impeccably preserved near-Gem. Sharply struck aside from the usual section of the wreath opposite the left corner of Liberty's rock. Census: 10 in 64, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

387

1890 10C MS67 NGC. Both sides of this Superb Gem possess attractive stone-white color and radiant luster, and well cared for surfaces exhibit sharply struck motifs. The 1890 is a common date with a mintage approaching 10 million circulation strikes. Specimens in this level of preservation, however, are quite scarce. Census: 9 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

388

1891 10C MS66 NGC. CAC. Sea-green and honey-gold bathe this lustrous and well preserved Premium Gem. A good strike with trivial incompleteness on the head and the upper left portion of the wreath. Census: 57 in 66, 19 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Seated Dimes

389

1859 10C PR66 PCGS. The 1859 is an important issue for the proof type collector, since it is the most accessible Seated dime with Stars on Obverse. This sharply struck Premium Gem is a most attractive representative, strongly mirrored beneath rich blue-green and violet patina. PCGS has graded only one coin finer for the contrast category (9/09).

390

1859 10C PR64 Cameo NGC. Fortin-101. Gerry Fortin records two obverse dies used to strike proof 1859 dimes. This is the more frequently seen variety, but the present coin has several interesting features that distinguish it from a typical specimen. Stars 3 through 13 each have at least one die chip near the points, with multiple chips seen around several stars. Additionally, a few small die "dots" are seen near the dentils. While other examples exhibit these tiny die defects, this specimen is unusual in both the number of chips seen and their prominence. The cause of these chips is open to speculation. It is also noteworthy that the obverse field has a number of prominent striations. After extensive research and examination, we believe that this piece is one of the first proofs struck in 1859.
This remarkable near-Gem boasts deeply mirrored fields that contrast sharply against the frosted devices. The strike is razor-sharp save for a touch of softness on star 7 and the top of Liberty's head. Just a trace of light purple-gray toning is seen in the periphery. A few minuscule contact marks do not distract. The Seated dime specialist should take note of this unusual specimen and bid accordingly.(Registry values: N1793)

391

1859 10C PR65 Cameo NGC. A brilliant and unabraded Gem with nicely mirrored fields and discernible frost throughout the motifs and legends. Proofs of the Stars Obverse type are very scarce, particularly in high grades. 1859 was the first year that proof mintages were recorded. 800 proof dimes were struck. Census: 8 in 65 Cameo, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

392

1862 10C PR64 PCGS. Pastel autumn-gold and blue-green tints endow this well struck and appealing near-Gem. Only 550 proofs were issued for this Civil War date. Population: 31 in 64, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

393

1865 10C PR65 Cameo NGC. Astounding contrast defines the eye appeal of this crisp Gem. The beautifully frosted central devices act as a wonderful counterpoint to the silver-white mirrors. Only a handful of scarcely visible flaws are present in the obverse fields. Census: 4 in 65 Cameo, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

394

1866 10C PR64 Cameo NGC. Wafts of light blue, red, and golden toning grace the surfaces of this boldly struck specimen. The highly reflective fields show delightful cameo contrast against the frosty devices. A tiny lint mark below the second S in STATES is noted for future pedigree purposes. Census: 7 in 64 Cameo, 21 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N991)

395

1868 10C PR65 NGC. Breen-3345, Fortin-105. A remarkable blundered die with the base of a misplaced 1 appearing in Liberty's lower gown and the base of another misplaced 1 (!) appearing just before the first errant digit. Blundered dies, overdates, and similar anomalies exist on proof coins, but they are rare. This deeply toned Gem has rich gold patina on the obverse with darker violet and blue along the border. The reverse is similar although deeper in overall appearance.(Registry values: N1793)

396

1881 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. This stone-white Superb Gem has thick frost throughout the seated Liberty and wreath. Strong magnification uncovers only trivial field contact marks. The third low mintage date in a row, with only 975 proofs and 24,000 business strikes coined. Census: 6 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

397

1882 10C PR65 Cameo PCGS. Gold-orange central toning with liquid blue-green elements close to the rims. This Gem proof is moderately contrasted and highly appealing. Population: 13 in 65 Cameo, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

398

1884 10C PR65 PCGS. A hint of golden toning near the rims distinguishes this boldly struck and flashy Gem. The devices display noticeable frost, although perhaps to a degree insufficient to merit a Cameo designation. A scant 875 proofs were struck. Population: 49 in 65, 47 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

400

1890 10C PR64 Cameo PCGS. Freckled peach-gold toning enriches this flashy near-Gem. Frosty legends and devices provide undeniable contrast with the dazzling fields. Nicely struck and attractive. Just 590 proofs were struck. Population: 9 in 64 Cameo, 16 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

401

1891 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. A fully brilliant Premium Gem Cameo proof with no toning on either side. This sharply detailed example has excellent contrast and is seldom seen finer. Census: 12 in 66 Cameo, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

402

1891 10C PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Always a popular issue as the final date in the long-lived Seated Liberty design. This is a marvelous type coin that has deeply reflective fields that serve to highlight the thalo-blue surfaces on each side. Just a hint of golden-rose color is seen at the margins. Nearly perfect surfaces. Population: 2 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Barber Dimes

403

1894 10C MS65 PCGS. Autumn-gold invigorates the obverse periphery, while the semi-prooflike reverse is turquoise-blue and cherry-red. Well struck and refreshingly unabraded. Among Philadelphia issues, only the 1895 has a lower mintage. Population: 20 in 65, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

404

1896-S 10C MS65 PCGS. The 1896-S Barber dime is a well-known and popular semikey issue in the series, one of several with mintages well below 1 million coins each. This lovely Gem boasts lilac and violet patina blending on both sides, with dollops of jade and aqua added to the obverse. This is an exceptionally well-struck and attractive piece.(Registry values: N2998)

405

1897-O 10C MS63 PCGS. Splashes of purple and russet toning intermingle with silver-gray on the satiny surfaces. Several wispy abrasions blend nicely with the attractive patina. A sharply struck and appealing representative. Population: 23 in 63, 35 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

406

1897-O 10C MS65 PCGS. The 1894-O through 1897-O Barber dimes are a well-known quartet of rarities within the series. This Gem example displays deep orange-gold toning on both sides, with lighter lilac accents on the obverse high points. The strike is better-executed than normally seen, with good separation at the leaves and forehead and only minor reverse weakness on the venation of the large oak leaf at lower left. Population: 6 in 65, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

407

1898 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Highly lustrous and well struck with clean surfaces. Violet and gold patina covers the obverse, while gold-orange appears over much of the reverse. A small spot is noted below the chin. Population: 24 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

408

1898 10C MS66 PCGS. Navy-blue and rose-red enrich this thoroughly lustrous and intricately struck Premium Gem. An outstanding Barber dime. The first 8 in the date is lightly repunched within the loops. Population: 24 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

409

1898-O 10C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Fire-red and jade-green alternate across this lustrous and razor-sharp New Orleans dime. Unusually void of abrasions for the MS64 level. The mintmark is uncentered left below the wreath, a minor mint error. Population: 14 in 64, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

410

1898-O 10C MS65 PCGS. This issue is difficult to locate in Mint State despite the 2.130 million-piece mintage. Additionally, it is one of the more poorly struck issues in the Barber dime series. This Gem offering is exceptional for its above-average strike, including LIBERTY and upper right part of the wreath, areas typically weak. Only the lower left set of leaves reveal minor softness. Each side exudes pleasing luster and a delicate blend of apple-green, purple, and gray patina. Faint contacts are noted on the neck and light roller marks on the cheek. Population: 7 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

411

1898-S 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. The 1898-S is another rare series issue in Mint State. This piece is fully detailed, with speckled crimson, amber, and blue highlights on the obverse; the reverse is a mottled russet and jade-green. A single contact mark below the M of DIME rules out an even finer designation. This boldly struck piece is highly elusive in Gem or better grade. Population: 5 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).
Ex: St. Louis Signature Auction (Heritage, 4/2005), lot 6625, which realized $2,530.(Registry values: N2998)

412

1901-S 10C AU58 PCGS. The mint luster is close to complete, although diminished slightly across the open reverse field. Moderately toned golden-brown and forest-green. Like the 1896-S and 1903-S, the 1901-S is a challenging low mintage issue pursued by collectors regardless of grade. Population: 8 in 58, 44 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

413

1901-S 10C MS66 PCGS. With a mintage of only 593,022 pieces, the 1901-S dime boasts the fourth-lowest mintage in the series, behind only the 1895-O, 1896-S, 1913-S, and the unobtainable 1894-S. It is a scarce issue in all grades, particularly so in the top Mint State grades. This exemplary piece is free of any mentionable abrasions or distractions and displays lovely satiny luster enhanced by a trace of pale golden toning. Population: 6 in 66, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

414

1902-O 10C MS66 NGC. The recently published Collecting and Investing Strategies for Barber Dimes by Jeff Ambio suggests that the 1902-O is not only among the rarest Barber dime issues in high grades (MS65 or finer)--specifically, fourth of 74--but that it is rarer than even the 1895-O and underrated (and undervalued) in MS65-MS67. This satiny Premium Gem shows just a suggestion of golden peripheral color over silver-white surfaces. Minor strike weakness appears on the upper right wreath tip on the reverse, but this piece appears to be a single tiny tick on Liberty's cheek away from possibly meriting an even finer grade. Census: 3 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

415

1902-S 10C MS65 NGC. Although easily located in low grades, the 1902-S dime becomes scarce in Mint State. Gems are decidedly rare, and it would be difficult to locate anything finer. Variegated purple, lemon-yellow, rose-orange, and gray toning enhances the frosty surfaces. A well preserved and powerfully impressed piece. Census: 7 in 65, 5 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

416

1902-S 10C MS67 NGC. As one might expect, in MS67 the 1902-S is a significant condition rarity. NGC and PCGS combined report just three Superb Gems, with none finer (9/09). The present coin boasts shimmering satiny luster beneath mottled reddish-tan and silver-gray toning. Close examination under magnification reveals only a few tiny marks on Liberty's face. Needle-sharp design elements add to the aesthetic appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

417

1906 10C MS66 PCGS. Ex: Duckor. Dazzling luster sweeps the nearly immaculate fields and devices of this lightly toned and exquisite Premium Gem. Well struck at the centers, with trivial incompleteness noted along the borders. Population: 12 in 66, 5 finer (9/09).
Ex: Dr. Steven L. Duckor Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 1010, which realized $1,725.(Registry values: N1793)

418

1907-D 10C MS66 PCGS. The 1907-D Barber dime is only the second-year issue in the series from the newly opened Denver Mint, but the D-mints overall are well-produced and attractive. The 1907-D, however, is among the most elusive of the eight D-mint Barber dimes in high grade. This Premium Gem offers satin luster over silvery surfaces that are nearly devoid of color, save for a slight tinge of pinkish-gold. The strike is bold, just short of full. A couple of tiny abrasions on Liberty's cheek perhaps are all that preclude an even finer grade. Population: 5 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

419

1907-S 10C MS64 PCGS. Lustrous surfaces display soft multicolored patina that becomes slightly deeper at the margins. Well struck and revealing a few grade-limiting obverse marks. Population: 21 in 64, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

420

1908-D 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Duckor. The 1908-D is usually a well-produced Barber dime issue, but certified survivors generally top out at the Gem level. This Premium Gem is well struck and essentially perfect, with lovely mint-green and pastel-rose coloration near the peripheries. A conditionally scarce item in this condition. Population: 6 in 66, 7 finer (9/09).
Ex: Palm Beach Auction (Heritage, 3/2005), lot 5483.(Registry values: N1793)

421

1908-S 10C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Pittman. Wisps of delicate gold toning visit this lustrous and fully struck Gem. The fields are impressively bereft of contact. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 23 in 65, 14 finer (9/09).
Ex: John Jay Pittman Collection, Part One (David Akers, 10/1997), lot 715.(Registry values: N1793)

422

1909-S 10C MS63 NGC. Electric-blue and magenta concentrate at the margins, yielding to reddish-brown and violet in the reverse center and brilliance in the obverse center. Luminous surfaces exhibit well impressed devices and are lightly marked. Census: 9 in 63, 30 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

423

1909-S 10C MS64 NGC. A lightly toned and frosty near-Gem. This precisely struck piece has only a couple of nearly microscopic handling marks. The 1909-S is a scarcer issue with a mintage of 1 million pieces, and examples are seldom seen in high Mint State grades. Census: 18 in 64, 12 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

424

1911 10C MS68 ★ NGC. This Barber dime is in the ultimate condition not only for the issue but for the entire type. NGC has certified nine coins of all dates in MS68, while PCGS adds four more. For the 1911 Barber issue, this piece is one of four MS68s graded, two each at NGC and PCGS. This coin is thus of prime importance to Registry Set collectors of various type sets or the complete Barber dime series. The "wow" factor is immense because of the impeccable surfaces and the wonderful patina on both sides. The obverse displays cobalt-blue, violet, and gold shades, with the reverse toned in a palette of sage and pinkish-gray. A memorable coin. Census: 2 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

425

1911-D 10C MS66 PCGS. Dappled fire-red, silver-gray, and olive-gold toning ensures the eye appeal of this lustrous and exceptionally preserved Premium Gem. A bold strike aside from the left obverse margin. Population: 36 in 66, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

426

1911-D 10C MS67 NGC. A blush of gold-orange at the lower obverse is echoed in tiny dots near the rims on that side. This Superb Gem is strongly struck and exquisitely lustrous with a faint veil of silver-gray patina overall. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified a numerically finer representative (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

427

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 (9/09). (One MS67 Prooflike is certified at NGC.)(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Barber Dimes

428

1893 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. Lightly toned centers cede to speckled peripheral orange-gold, aqua, and rose-violet toning. An intricately struck Premium Gem Census: 14 in 66 Cameo, 18 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

429

1894 10C PR67 PCGS. CAC. The 1894 has the second highest mintage in the proof Barber dime series (972 pieces) after 1892. PCGS/NGC population figures indicate that it is available without too much difficulty through the Gem level of preservation. Better-condition examples are more challenging. The exquisitely struck design elements of this Superb Gem specimen stand out against the mirrored fields, and attractive toning bathes both sides. An array of lavender, green, and gold on the obverse cedes to bluish-purple covering the reverse. Close inspection reveals impeccably preserved surfaces. Population: 28 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

430

1896 10C PR67 NGC. Gold, pink, and orange elements dominate the centers, while the margins of this Superb Gem proof have cool blue and green-gold patina. Strongly mirrored beneath the toning and boldly struck. A carefully preserved beauty from this issue of only 762 specimens. Census: 12 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

431

1898 10C PR66 Cameo PCGS. From a low mintage of 735 pieces, this proof Premium Gem provides icy motifs and deeply mirrored fields. Careful rotation beneath a light and loupe reveals no post-strike hairlines or spots, and only a single small planchet imperfection on the field near the chin. Population: 18 in 66 Cameo, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

432

1901 10C PR66 NGC. Frosted devices are sharply struck and project a degree of variance with the mirrored fields. Wisps of barely discernible tan-gold are visible around some of the margins. A nicely preserved Premium Gem proof. Census: 44 in 66, 16 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

433

1903 10C PR68 ★ NGC. The finest certified. This exceptional coin is the finest 1903 dime certified by both of the major services. There are no PR68 coins graded by PCGS. NGC has only certified this single coin in PR68, and it received the Star designation (9/09). As expected, the surfaces are immaculate. The surfaces are bright in both the fields as well as over the devices, a result of the Mint's intentional polishing of the entire surface of the die prior to striking. This practice began in 1901 or 1902 and continued until the discontinuation of proof coinage in 1916. The surfaces of this magnificent piece have brilliant centers and are surrounded by concentric bands of golden-rose and cobalt-blue at the margins.(Registry values: N4719)

434

1905 10C PR67 PCGS. The coloration is unusual but attractive on this Superb Gem specimen, with deep cinnamon, russet, and cerulean on the obverse and similar colors prevailing on the reverse. Exquisitely struck, and with absolutely impeccable surfaces that show zero evidence of contact. Population: 14 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

435

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." Most have since been dispersed and now appear in the certified population data. This Superb Gem 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: 8 in 67, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Mercury Dimes

436

1916-D 10C VG8 PCGS. CAC. Ice-blue and cream-gray with deeper toning on the olive branch characteristic of the grade. The mintmark is lightly repunched north. All legends are bold, and no marks are of any importance. A majority of survivors of this key date are well worn.(Registry values: N1)

437

1916-D 10C MS65 Full Bands NGC. The 1916-D key date Mercury dime saw a mintage of only 264,000 coins, which was in stark contrast to the large number of ten cent pieces made at the Philadelphia and San Francisco Mints in 1916 (22.1 million and 10.4 million pieces respectively). The entire 1916-D dime issue, according to David Lange (2005), was released in November 1916. He writes that the coinage of dimes was then halted at Denver so that the presses could be redirected to produce a large order for quarters placed by the Treasury Department.
The radiantly lustrous surface of this Gem are lightly toned with splashes of champagne-gold, sky-blue, and gray-violet patina. An impressive strike leaves sharp detail on the design features, culminating in full central bands. A few minuscule reverse marks do not subtract from the coin's great overall appeal. Census: 24 in 65 Full Bands, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

438

1916-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Iridescent jade-green, caramel-gold, and mauve-red patina visits the margins of this first-year Premium Gem. Shimmering and unabraded with an excellent strike. Population: 59 in 66 Full Bands, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

439

1917-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. A fully struck Premium Gem that possesses dynamic luster and remarkably unabraded fields and devices. Light caramel-gold toning precludes absolute brilliance. Population: 62 in 66 Full Bands, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

440

1920 10C MS68 Full Bands NGC. Due to a post-World War I economic boom in 1920 the emphasis was on quantity, not quality at the Philadelphia Mint, churning out an enormous number of Mercury dimes approaching the 60 million mark. Simple circulation wear as well as the "fadeaway" common on the 0 of the date--a weak strike due to its placement too close to the rim--has eliminated most of the issue from the highest Mint State grades. Fortunately, a number of wonderfully well-struck Mint State coins do exist--but even then, they mostly no finer than MS67 Full Bands. This piece is one of only two that NGC has graded MS68 Full Bands, with none finer and none at PCGS (9/09). This satiny piece boasts delightful purple-pink obverse color with a crescent of steel-blue near the rim. The reverse has an essentially untoned central area with similar hues predominating elsewhere. The piece is fully struck throughout, including the final digit and all bands on the fasces.(Registry values: N2998)

441

1921 10C MS66 Full Bands NGC. This semi-key issue has long been prized as conditionally elusive, especially with Full Bands. The present Premium Gem earns its designation handily with a boldly executed strike. The luster is strong and silver-white with only the slightest suggestion of iridescence. Census: 20 in 66 Full Bands, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

442

1924 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. CAC. Ex: Comics-N-Stuff San Diego. The 1924-P is scarce in Gem and finer grades, especially with Full Band details, unlike many later dimes from the Philadelphia Mint. The luster on this piece is bright and softly frosted and each side shows mottled peripheral shadings of deep russet and gold toning. As one can infer from the grade, there are no distracting abrasions on either side. Population: 14 in 67 Full Bands, 0 finer (9/09).
Ex: Dallas Auction (Heritage, 12/2004), lot 5805.(Registry values: N1793)

443

1924 10C MS68 Full Bands NGC. Though Heritage has offered an assortment of MS65 to MS67 Full Bands examples of this popular Philadelphia issue, this MS68 Full Bands coin, is one of just two graded by NGC with none certified by PCGS (9/09). Exquisite detail and frosty silver-gray surfaces combine with virtually flawless preservation for maximum eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

444

1924-D 10C MS66 Full Bands NGC. Brilliant and boldly struck with exemplary luster and exceptional preservation. Aside from the 1929-D and 1929-S, branch mint dimes from the 1920s are difficult to locate in such quality. Census: 30 in 66 Full Bands, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

445

1924-S 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. Dappled russet-brown and forest-green embraces the obverse, while the reverse is essentially untoned. Lustrous and impressively preserved with minor inexactness of strike along the obverse margin. Population: 91 in 64 Full Bands, 16 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

446

1925-S 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. The 1925-S is arguably the worst-produced of all issues in the Mercury dime series. However, the habitual softness of strike that plagues the issue in general is not reflected on the fully split central reverse bands of this pleasing example, or for that matter on any other of the design elements save for the top of the B in LIBERTY. Vibrant mint luster is only slightly affected by the original mottled toning that covers each side. A solid Gem with no mentionable abrasions. A thin, vertical depression of mint origin extends vertically through the center of Liberty's neck, without influencing the technical grade of the piece. Population: 58 in 65 Full Bands, 19 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

447

1926-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Joshua II. David Lange's series reference points out that the 1926-D Mercury dime was produced with better production values than most denominations of this date and mint, a fortunate occurrence for bidders on the present lot. The dappled obverse toning ranges from jade to gold, violet, and lilac, with some silver-white areas remaining. The reverse is mostly untoned, with cinnamon and gold marginal accents. The surfaces are satiny underneath the toning, and the strike is impeccable. Population: 18 in 66 Full Bands, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

448

1931-S 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Lange DDO-1. The 1931-S dime can be located in most grades with a little patience due to widespread hoarding during the 1940s and 1950s. The issue is infrequently seen with Full Bands, however, especially in the higher levels of Mint State. A solid strike transcends fullness on the central bands of this Premium Gem to include completeness on all of the design elements. Soft apple-green and reddish patina gravitates to the margins, and lustrous surfaces are minimally abraded. Slight doubling is noted on the date digits. Population: 36 in 66 Full Bands, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

449

1939-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. This is near the top end of the certified population, as NGC and PCGS have each graded only a single Full Bands coin finer (9/09). For a mintage exceeding 10.5 million coins, PCGS has graded only 29 MS67 Full Bands pieces. This example boasts splendidly lustrous satin-silver surfaces that show just a hint of color. The strike and unperturbed condition are all one could wish for.(Registry values: N1793)

450

1942/1 10C AU50 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. A generally lustrous key date dime that has a mere hint of golden patina. One thin vertical mark near the mouth, otherwise pleasing.(Registry values: N991)

451

1942/1 10C AU55 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. Faint wear on the fasces lines precludes a higher grade, but luster still emerges from the olive branch and legends. A smooth Choice AU key date dime with pastel gold and ice-blue toning.(Registry values: N991)

452

1942/1 10C MS60 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. Russet-brown freckles congregate throughout the margins of this satiny key date dime. No highpoint wear is apparent, and abrasions are surprisingly insignificant. As always, the overdate is unmistakable. Perhaps the best Philadelphia Mint employees went off to war, and left an inexperienced team behind to produce this famous mint error.(Registry values: N1793)

453

1942/1 10C MS64 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. A gorgeous Choice Uncirculated example of one of the boldest 20th century U.S. coin overdates. Bright silver-white color dominates, but blushes of peach at the right obverse and reverse also add interest. Strongly struck, including distinctly above-average definition on the bands. Census: 12 in 64, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

454

1942/1 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. It seems when one attends coin shows that the already considerable affection for the classic coin designs of the early 20th century is in an upswing. Walking Liberty halves, Buffalo nickels, and Mercury dimes all appear to be drawing increased collector attention. The 1942/1 and 1942/1-D overdate dimes are, of course, two of the much-wanted keys to that series--ones that, even though technically error coins, are collected alongside the regular issues. The present coin is among the numerically finest certified at PCGS, a total of eight coins including Full Bands coins. Gleaming satiny silver luster radiates from both sides, and the eye appeal is immense. The strike is impeccable, and even though this piece lacks the Full Bands designation, it appears to be not far from it with just the slightest joining evident on the central bands. Population: 2 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

455

1942/1-D 10C AU50 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. The centers display light wear, but this briefly circulated key date dime has partial luster and an unblemished appearance. Straw-gold and lime tints confirm the originality.(Registry values: N991)

456

1942/1-D 10C AU58 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. Light champagne and medium gold toning partially subdues the lustrous surfaces of this pleasing near-Mint overdate. The 1942/1 and 1942/1-D Mercury dimes are both highly popular Guide Book-listed varieties.(Registry values: N991)

457

1942/1-D 10C MS67 Full Bands NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-010.8. As the only MS67 Full Bands example in the combined certified population (9/09), the desirability of this Denver overdate dime is without question. Under magnification, the overdate feature is as plain as can be; certainly, this is aided by the remarkably bold strike, which lends impressive detail to both the portrait and the fasces. Minimally toned fields are immensely lustrous with a slightly satiny texture, and just a hint of green-gold patina visits the rims. Magnificent in every respect. The only flaw deserving any mention is a single tiny scrape on the cheek.(Registry values: N10218)

458

1944 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Scheppman Collection. Delicate tawny-gold toning visits this highly lustrous and crisply struck late date Superb Gem. Gorgeously devoid of marks, and surprisingly scarce in high grade with full bands.(Registry values: N991)

Proof Mercury Dimes

459

1936 10C PR66 PCGS. CAC. This stone-white and needle-sharp Premium Gem appears as pristine as if it were just removed from the dies with a gloved hand. The low mintage key to the brief seven-year proof run.(Registry values: N1793)

460

1936 10C PR66 NGC. A virtually brilliant Premium Gem whose meticulous strike and exemplary preservation ensure the eye appeal. The reverse displays moderate white on black contrast, but on the obverse, only Liberty's wing exhibits frost.(Registry values: N1793)

461

1938 10C PR68 ★ NGC. A decisively struck specimen with fantastic mirrors and eye appeal in spades. Both sides are minimally toned, though a suggestion of silver-gray or golden-tan appears occasionally at the rims. Exquisite preservation completes the eye appeal. NGC has graded only one numerically finer example (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

462

1939 10C PR67 Cameo NGC. While this late Depression-era proof dime issue is available for a price at the PR67 level, it is far less accessible so fine with a strong cameo effect. This beautifully contrasted piece sports gleaming mirrors and distinctly frosty devices. Just a hint of golden color keeps the fields from brilliance. Census: 12 in 67 Cameo, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

463

1942 10C PR68 NGC. Cherry-red, apple-green, canary-gold, and cream-gray endow the obverse. The reverse is essentially brilliant. As of (9/09), PCGS and NGC combined have certified only one piece above the PR68 level.(Registry values: N1793)

464

1942 10C PR68 NGC. The brilliant surfaces are immaculately preserved, and the design elements are fully defined. This final year proof is essentially unimprovable, yet remains within the price range of advanced collectors.(Registry values: N1793)

Twenty Cent Pieces

465

1875 20C MS61 PCGS. A touch of orange toning visits the lower reverse of this mostly silver-gray specimen. Several light abrasions and faint hairlines limit the grade, but the strike is bold. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder.(Registry values: N991)

466

1875-CC 20C XF40 PCGS. A luminous silver-gray example of this initial Carson City twenty cent issue. Lightly abraded with the center of the word LIBERTY weak but visible.(Registry values: N491)

467

1875-CC 20C XF40 PCGS. A silver-gray example of the only collectible Carson City issue of the denomination. LIBERTY is readable although the individual letters are faint. Smooth aside from minor marks on the legs.(Registry values: N491)

468

1875-S 20C MS64 PCGS. Considered the single common twenty cent piece, this lovely Choice Mint State example is ideal for the type collector. It has delightful gold, steel, and iridescent toning over frosty silver luster.(Registry values: N1793)

469

1876 20C MS62 PCGS. Pleasing medium-gray and tan accents grace the lustrous surfaces of this minimally marked specimen. The strike is bold. The 1876 twenty cent piece had a low mintage of just 14,640 coins.(Registry values: N991)

470

1876 20C MS65 PCGS. Only 14,640 business strikes were produced of this Centennial issue, from two pairs of dies. This one appears to be the one Breen describes as "hollows in wings, defect joining wingtip to (T)S, and minor doubling on STAT." This splendid type coin has reddish-gold central color blending with sea-green at the rims on each side. The bold strike and absence of mentionable marks further increase the desirability.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Twenty Cent Pieces

471

1878 20C PR64 Cameo PCGS. A charming Cameo near-Gem specimen from an issue of just 600 coins, the twenty cent denomination's finale. Exquisitely mirrored fields have a thin veil of gold-gray toning, while the moderately frosted devices remain largely silver-white. Great eye appeal. Population: 18 in 64 Cameo, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

472

1878 20C PR66 Cameo NGC. This proof-only issue of just 600 pieces brought an early end to the denomination, but thanks to gorgeous survivors like the present specimen, the twenty cent piece lives on. Gleaming fields with astounding reflectivity combine with richly frosted devices to create the cameo effect core to this coin's eye appeal. Census: 5 in 66 Cameo, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Early Quarters

473

1804 25C PCGS Genuine. B-1, R.3. The PCGS number ending in .98 suggests Damage as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons, that PCGS deemed this coin not gradable. Although extensively worn, this piece has natural light and medium gray surfaces. It appears to be bent, with light surface roughness and minor scratches. Still an attractive example and a rare date.(Registry values: P7, N7)

474

1804 25C Fair 2 PCGS. B-1, R.3. "Collar" clashmarks on Liberty help confirm the Browning variety. Deeply toned cream-gray and olive-green. Large initials PFD are faintly pinscratched on the obverse. Most of the date is bold, and careful study beneath a loupe locates the stars and many other design details.(Registry values: P7)

475

1804 25C VF20 PCGS. CAC. B-1, R.3. The die scratch between stars 8 and 9 immediately attributes the B-1, one of only two die pairings for this low-mintage year. While the B-1 is considered very scarce, the B-2 is rare. This is an extremely attractive Very Fine example with slightly lighter high points and generous dollops of mint-green and ocean-blue over most of each side. The reverse has a similar palette, a bit more evenly distributed. Most of the deep detail remains on this coin, with full rims and a well-centered planchet, void of singular abrasions on either side. A wonderful acquisition of this low-mintage issue for first-year type collectors. Population: 13 in 20, 45 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P7)

476

1805 25C MS64 PCGS. B-3, R.1. Die State V. This common Browning variety is actually quite rare in such an advanced die state, and the present example is equal to the top of the Condition Census enumerated in Steve Tompkins' 2008 reference Early United States Quarters 1796-1838.
The late die state of this coin is characterized by several die markers. There are three obverse die cracks, one through star 4 passing below the hair ribbon to the hair curl; a second that runs through stars 1 and 2 and through the lower date digits; and a third that extends upward from the 5 in the date to the bust. The E in LIBERTY is quite weak, noticeably more so than the flanking letters. On the reverse, there are heavy clash marks from the bust above the clouds and STATES OF; a crack through the tops of STA; and another from the rim to the upright of the first T in STATES.
The current example has muted silver-gray surfaces with a golden overlay, complemented on the reverse by peripheral aqua and amber. Bright mint luster radiates beneath the light toning. A small dark alloy spot in the 0 of the date will serve as a pedigree identifier. There are no mentionable planchet flaws or other distractions on this incredibly rare and appealing coin. This example is sure to generate some spirited bidding. Population: 6 in 64, 1 finer (9/09).
Ex: Heritage (4/2006), lot 1462.(Registry values: P5)

477

1807 25C VF25 ANACS. B-2, R.3. Deep dove-gray toning cedes to tan shades on the highpoints. Unmarked aside from a minor obverse rim nick at 8 o'clock. A later die state with heavy cracks near the date.(Registry values: P5)

Bust Quarters

478

1819 25C Large 9 XF45 NGC. CAC. B-2, R.3. The left side of the 9 is even with the edge of the curl and the large 25 in the denomination has a square base 2 and fancy top 5. The reddish-gold and gray centers yield to medium intensity multicolored toning at the margins, and the design elements are uniformly strong. A few minute marks are undisturbing. Great overall eye appeal.(Registry values: P4)

479

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.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2008), lot 1829, which realized $3,737.50.(Registry values: P4)

480

1819 25C Large 9 AU55 NGC. B-2, R.3. In addition to the large 9 and the defective lower left serifs of both 1's, the second S in STATES and S in PLURIBUS are aligned and all T's are defective at bottom right. Bright silvery surfaces display whispers of sky-blue and purple at the margins. This well defined piece reveals some fine hairlines under magnification.(Registry values: P4)

481

1821 25C XF45 ANACS. B-3, R.2. Deep cobalt-blue and walnut-brown encompass this moderately circulated quarter. Luster glimmers from design recesses. There are no remotely reportable marks.(Registry values: P2)

482

1822 25C XF45 NGC. B-1, R.2. Only two die pairings for this date, which is low mintage relative to its half dollar counterpart. This slightly bright representative is pearl-gray except for peripheral autumn-brown and aqua toning.(Registry values: P3)

483

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 debated. 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. This early die state piece is struck from perfect dies. Both sides are well preserved, and free of any distracting marks. Population: 19 in 64, 9 finer (9/09), for all 1825 varieties.(Registry values: P2)

484

1833 25C AU53 NGC. B-1, R.2. A period after 25 C distinguishes this variety from the only other 1833 die marriage, the equally available B-2. This example has light to medium golden-gray toning and a few minor marks on the upper reverse field. The borders percolate with luster.(Registry values: P3)

485

1833 25C AU55 PCGS. B-1, R.2. A hint of cameo contrast results from the combination of slightly reflective fields and lustrous devices on this pleasing silver-gray quarter. Despite a few faint hairlines, this coin has excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: P3)

486

1834 25C MS63 PCGS. B-4, R.1. The obverse die is perfect and the reverse is cracked. A common variety with several high grade pieces known. This example is ideal for a general date or type collection, and will provide a nice example of the variety for the specialist. Both sides have pleasing and lustrous silver surfaces with lovely iridescent toning. The strike is bold with excellent definition on both sides.(Registry values: P1)

487

1834 25C MS64 NGC. B-4, R.1. A sharply struck and utterly charming beauty with top-flight eye appeal. The fields have distinctly reflective luster beneath elegant peach-rose and blue-green patina. Only a few tiny marks preclude Gem status. For coins not specifically attributed, Census: 33 in 64, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

488

1834 25C MS64 NGC. B-1, R.1. The first star is distant from the forward tip of the bustline, and star 7 is repunched. On the reverse there is no period after 25 C and repunching remnants connect tops of OF. Reddish-purple patina is deeper on the reverse margins than on the obverse of this sharply struck near-Gem. Some wispy hairlines intermingle with die polish lines. Census: 32 in 64 for the issue, 15 finer (8/09).(Registry values: P1)

489

1835 25C AU58 ANACS. B-1, R.1. Aquamarine, lilac, and chestnut-gray embrace this satiny Bust type coin. Well struck save for a few stars, and smooth save for a small rim ding at 8:30 on the reverse.(Registry values: P1)

Seated Quarters

490

1840-O 25C Drapery MS62 PCGS. Small O. Medium intensity bluish-gray patination envelops both sides of this well struck O-mint quarter. A few light marks do not detract. Population: 6 in 62, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

491

1844 25C MS64 NGC. The 1844 (421,200 pieces produced) is typically encountered in well worn condition. To date (9/09), both major grading services have seen only 52 Mint State examples, and the present near-Gem almost qualifies for Condition Census standing. The originally preserved surfaces are toned in rich blue-green color through which antique-golden undertones shine at certain angles. Both sides are crisply struck, and there are no mentionable distractions. Census: 5 in 64, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

492

1845 25C MS65 NGC. Deep electric-blue, orange-gold, and magenta toning does not impede the luminosity of the semiprooflike fields, and their noticeable variance with the satiny devices. Sharply struck on the design features, and revealing just a few minor handling marks that probably prevent an even higher grade. Census: 5 in 65, 1 finer (9/08).(Registry values: P3)

493

1851-O 25C XF40 NGC. The 1851-O quarter had a relatively low mintage of 88,000 pieces and most examples are well worn. Variegated red, violet, and gray toning covers both sides, with lighter patination over the central devices. The design elements are nicely defined, and there are no significant marks. Census: 2 in 40, 10 finer (8/09).(Registry values: P5)

494

1852 25C MS64 PCGS. An early 1850s Seated quarter that has survived from before the weight reduction of 1853. These low mintage issues, in this case 177,060 coins, are rarities in higher Mint State grades. This lovely Choice Mint State example has satiny luster beneath gray, gold, and iridescent toning. Population: 10 in 64, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

495

1852 25C MS65 NGC. Many examples of this scarce-date issue were probably melted in 1853. Pleasing satiny luster exudes from the silver-white surfaces of this attractive Gem. Nicely struck throughout and generally well preserved. A U-shaped lintmark is visible left of Liberty's nose. Census: 4 in 65, 2 finer (8/09).(Registry values: P3)

496

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU50 NGC. Well struck for this New Orleans issue, popular for its status as a one-year type. Pale blue-green and gold-orange shadings mingle on each side. Census: 6 in 50, 33 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

497

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU50 PCGS. Rich brick-red, gold, and rose-violet toning consumes each side of this lustrous coin, which shows small pockets of wear at the high points. Intriguing eye appeal.(Registry values: P6)

498

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU50 PCGS. Light silver and tan-gold toning on the obverse yields to deeper orange and blue shadings at parts of the reverse. Well struck overall with only light traces of wear. Population: 16 in 50, 30 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

499

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU50 PCGS. Well struck with liquid luster beneath a melange of blue, gold, and orange colors. Mildly worn, with the evidence visible mostly on the high points. Population: 16 in 50, 30 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

500

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU53 NGC. Light orange and gold peripheral elements grace this lustrous Arrows and Rays quarter. Well struck overall with only slight softness on the lightly worn head. Census: 8 in 53, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

501

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU53 PCGS. The upper right obverse and reverse show elements of peach toning, this being stronger on the former side. Attractively lustrous with few overt abrasions. Population: 9 in 53, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

502

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU53 PCGS. A bright silver-white example that shows wispy marks scattered in the fields but only a few points of actual wear. An elusive one-year type. Population: 9 in 53, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

503

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU55 NGC. Though lightly rubbed at the knee and the high points of the eagle, this Choice AU O-mint Arrows and Rays quarter has great eye appeal. Orange and magenta-violet toning drapes the still-lustrous surfaces.(Registry values: P6)

504

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU55 NGC. Pastel blue and gold elements meld with the light silver-gray color underneath. A lightly circulated example of this more elusive Arrows and Rays quarter issue.(Registry values: P6)

505

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays AU55 PCGS. A dotted streak of olive slants up and through Liberty's head on the obverse, while an unbroken line extends from the TE in UNITED through the uppermost arrowhead on the reverse. Wonderfully attractive with great luster.(Registry values: P6)

506

1854 25C Arrows MS65 NGC. The 1854 Arrows quarter can be located in most grade levels, as might be expected from its generous 12.380 million mintage. The NGC/PCGS population declines significantly from MS64 to MS65, the condition of the present offering. A subtle blend of low to medium intensity blue, gray, lavender, gold, and crimson toning covers lustrous surfaces that exhibit well struck design features. Some unobtrusive marks concealed within the toning are not worthy of individual mention. Spindly peripheral cracks are visible on both sides. Census: 19 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

507

1855 25C Arrows MS64 ★ NGC. Erroneously described as a half dollar on the holder. Final year of the Arrows type, the 1855 had an abundant mintage of 2.8 million pieces. While not scarce in the lower grades of Uncirculated, the 1855 is remarkably challenging in MS64 and finer condition. This is a mostly brilliant example that is surrounded by a ring of golden at the margins on each side, and the fields display a semiprooflike glimmer. The devices are sharp, except for a few of the stars on the left side of the obverse. A significant type coin and a good buy at this grade and price level.(Registry values: P4)

508

1856 25C MS65 PCGS. An excellent No Motto type coin, this 1856 quarter is brilliant throughout and every design feature is completely brought up overall. The luster is soft and frosted and there are no objectionable abrasions on either side. One of the more available No Motto quarters in Uncirculated grades. Population: 11 in 65, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

509

1856 25C MS65 NGC. The 1856, sporting a mintage of 7.624 million pieces, is one of the most common dates in the Seated Liberty quarter series. Examples in the better Mint State grades, however, such as this Gem offering, are much more difficult to acquire. Lustrous ice-blue surfaces are occasionally splashed with reddish-gold, yellow-gold, and sky-blue. Slight striking softness but excellent preservation. Census: 12 in 65, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

510

1857 25C MS64 PCGS. CAC. Original aquamarine and rose-red shades embrace this gently shimmering Choice quarter. A few of the stars are incompletely brought up, and the reverse field has minor contact.(Registry values: P2)

511

1857-O 25C MS63 NGC. This semi-prooflike and lightly toned New Orleans quarter lacks mentionable marks. The strike is good aside from softness at 6 o'clock on the obverse and opposite at 12 o'clock on the reverse, caused by a slightly uneven die alignment. The 1857-O is easily found in VG to VF grades, but is an unappreciated rarity in Mint State. Census: 4 in 63, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

512

1858 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Strong, satiny luster is the unifying of this well-preserved Gem. The two sides do show some contrasts; most notably, the obverse has pale orange rim toning around faintly pink-tinged fields, while the reverse has more dusky blue and rose patina. Striking softness at the left side of the eagle contributes to the grade. Population: 33 in 65, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

513

1858 25C MS66 NGC. While the fields and devices are mostly untoned, the borders display iridescent plum-red and jade-green patina. Lustrous and exceptionally preserved with a pinpoint-sharp strike. An outstanding Premium Gem struck during the administration of our only bachelor President, James Buchanan. Census: 16 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

514

1860-O 25C MS64 PCGS. An extraordinary example of the No Motto design type, and the final issue coined in New Orleans at the start of the Civil War. This near-Gem is sharply detailed with excellent satin luster. Both sides have rich and beautiful gold and iridescent toning. Population: 7 in 64, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

515

1871 25C MS64 NGC. This post-Civil War issue is highly underrated, especially in better Mint State grades, but the series enthusiast knows that the 1871's condition rarity cannot be ignored, particularly at MS64. This fantastic near-Gem features hints of shell-pink and gold toning against softly lustrous silver-white surfaces that host crisply struck devices. Census: 5 in 64, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

516

1874 25C Arrows MS63 PCGS. Attractive lilac, caramel-gold, and apple-green toning envelops satiny and fully struck surfaces. The right obverse field has a few wispy marks, otherwise unabraded. A briefly coined design subtype. Population: 16 in 63, 35 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

517

1874-S 25C Arrows MS66 PCGS. CAC. Though it does not have so high a mintage as either of the With Motto, Arrows Philadelphia quarter issues, the 1874-S is as accessible or nearly so in better Mint State grades. At the Premium Gem level, however, its condition rarity is undeniable. This immensely lustrous survivor has a strong strike and dappled peach, rose, and lavender patina. Gorgeous eye appeal. Population: 30 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

519

1874-S 25C Arrows MS67 NGC. Neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a numerically finer example of this popular Arrows issue (9/09). This Superb Gem has pale gold and lavender accents above a pale silver-gray base. Strongly detailed overall with practically unmarked surfaces and undeniable eye appeal. Ideal for the high-end type or date collector.(Registry values: P3)

520

1876-S 25C MS66 NGC. Ex: Pittman. Type Two Reverse. The warm rose-gold tints that drape the lustrous obverse show considerable blue intermixed on the reverse. Excellent design definition and preservation with eye appeal to match both. Tied for numerically finest in the combined certified population (9/09).
Ex: John Jay Pittman Collection, Part Two (Akers, 5/1998), lot 1357.(Registry values: P2)

521

1879 25C MS66 Prooflike NGC. CAC. Type Two Reverse. As with many other low-mintage issues of the late 19th century, the 1879 quarter has a significant percentage of reflective survivors. Few of those coins, though, can boast the eye appeal of this Prooflike Premium Gem. Sharply struck devices accompany fields that are nearly immaculate save for a few reed marks between AMERICA and the wing. Faint golden overtones grace each side.(Registry values: P1)

522

1879 25C MS68 ★ NGC. Type Two Reverse. Here it is, the single finest NGC-graded business strike 1879 quarter. While five pieces have attained the lofty grade of MS68 from NGC, only the present Superb Gem also possesses a Star designation (6/09). Undoubtedly, the coveted Star was awarded for its lovely peripheral autumn-gold, navy-blue, and plum-red toning. Only 13,600 pieces were struck.(Registry values: P1)

523

1880 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Liberty Seated quarters from 1879 to 1890 are, as a group, important rarities in any and all Mint State grades, and this Premium Gem ranks as one of the great pieces of those issues. It has satiny, shimmering luster beneath lovely gold and iridescent toning on the obverse. The reverse is lighter silver-gray with peripheral gold. The overall eye appeal of this specimen is excellent. Population: 34 in 66, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

524

1883 25C MS64 PCGS. Frosty luster endows this attractive near-Gem and a well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements save for the usual softness in Liberty's hair. A few wisps of tan-gold show up under magnification as do some light grade-defining marks. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 16 in 64, 29 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

Proof Seated Quarters

525

1859 25C PR67 NGC. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. Exquisitely preserved, particularly for the relatively early proof date, and flat-out gorgeous. The obverse has gleaming champagne-gold and orange mirrors framed in violet, and the effigy of Liberty contrasts mildly with the fields. The reverse has zones of dusky peach and blue-green toning that let that side shine only at certain angles. Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

526

1859 25C PR62 Cameo PCGS. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. This needle-sharp specimen has original peach-gold toning with glimpses of rose-red along the obverse border. The devices display even frost, and the obverse field has a few delicate hairlines.
Ex: Charles Jay Collection (Stack's, 10/1967), lot 401.(Registry values: P4)

527

1861 25C PR64 PCGS. This early Civil War proof is a lovely example with deep steel, gold, and iridescent toning over fully mirrored fields. The devices are lustrous and sharply detailed. The Civil War period proof silver coins provide an opportunity for collectors who find business strikes too much a challenge. Population: 32 in 64, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

528

1864 25C PR65 NGC. Remarkable rose-gold and blue-green patina, the latter framing the former, dominates the eye appeal of this gleaming Gem proof. The strike is bold, and the eye appeal and preservation are a perfect match. A great example of this Civil War-era proof issue. For the contrast category, Census: 12 in 65, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

529

1864 25C PR65 Cameo PCGS. A richly toned specimen that retains substantial contrast, aided by the strong frosty luster on the sharply struck devices. The mirrors also offer penetrating reflectivity. On the obverse, the toning is light gold-gray with an arc of cobalt-blue at the right rim, while the reverse shows a more even blend between the two colors. Population: 3 in 65, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

530

1865 25C PR65 PCGS. This gorgeous Gem is sharply struck, carefully preserved, and strongly mirrored. The prime attraction, however, is its rich patina. The obverse has subdued gold-orange and mauve shadings with a touch of peripheral violet, while the reverse shows pale blue-green over much of the fields. Population: 5 in 65, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

531

1867 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. Navy-blue and plum-red fills the margins, while the fields are light golden-brown and the device are only faintly toned. Exactingly struck with flashy mirrors and obvious frost across the major devices. A stingy 625 proofs were struck. Census: 3 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

532

1868 25C PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. The 1868 quarter saw a mintage of 600 proofs, a fair number of which have survived to the present day. Indeed, PCGS and NGC have to date (9/09) certified close to 300 coins. Significantly, the present Gem offering is the only piece designated a Deep Cameo by either service. Its essentially untoned surfaces exhibit an exquisite strike and stunning field-motif contrast. Both sides are nicely preserved.(Registry values: P2)

533

1873 25C No Arrows PR65 Cameo NGC. The deep cerulean and gold color that forms an elongated peripheral crescent on the obverse turns into full-on concentric toning on the reverse, which starts with a light golden center and fades into deep azure and lighter peridot. Strongly contrasted through the toning with gorgeous eye appeal. Census: 4 in 65 Cameo, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

534

1873 25C Arrows PR64 PCGS. This brilliant and sharply struck proof has entirely untoned surfaces. The fields are fully mirrored and the devices show a trace of mint frost that imparts light cameo contrast. The With Arrows coins were struck only in 1873 and 1874, and all offerings are popularly received by type collectors.(Registry values: P3)

535

1874 25C Arrows PR62 Cameo PCGS. CAC. Dappled light brown toning enriches sharply impressed proof surfaces. Limited only by an obscure pinscratch near star 13. A two-year design subtype.
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2007), lot 581, which realized $1,725.(Registry values: P2)

536

1879 25C PR66 Cameo NGC. Type Two Reverse. Whispers of peripheral gold offset the near-brilliance of the silver-white fields, which show a few tiny planchet flaws but no immediately apparent post-striking troubles. Light frost across the crisply struck devices grants this coin appreciable contrast. Census: 8 in 66 Cameo, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

537

1881 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. A stunning Gem Cameo proof, this 1881 quarter displays considerable silver brilliance with splashes of light champagne toning. Census: 9 in 65 Cameo, 19 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

538

1883 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. Both sides have astoundingly flashy mirrors and considerable frost over the devices. The reverse is slightly more contrasted, since the obverse has a delicate layer of light cloud-white patina. Census: 17 in 65 Cameo, 15 finer (8/09).(Registry values: P1)

539

1887 25C PR66 NGC. Beautifully toned, albeit a trifle softly struck on the stars. Watery mirrors offer gorgeous reflectivity at the sea-green margins on each side. The central obverse cedes to aquamarine and violet, while gold-orange is prevalent on the reverse. Census: 35 in 66, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

Barber Quarters

540

1892 25C MS65 NGC. Type Two Reverse. Deep blue and lighter gold-gray toning dominates the eye appeal of this first-year Gem. Sharply struck with great luster filtering through the patina. Housed in an earlier-generation NGC holder.(Registry values: N1793)

541

1893-O 25C MS65 NGC. Highly lustrous, essentially untoned surfaces exhibit well struck devices except for localized softness on the reverse motif. Some minuscule obverse marks are undisturbing. Census: 18 in 65, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

542

1894-O 25C MS65 PCGS. Golden-brown toning dominates the obverse, although sea-green tints visit the border. The reverse is close to brilliant but does display peripheral tan patina. A good strike except for the claws and fletchings. Smooth for the grade. Population: 11 in 65, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

543

1899-O 25C MS64 PCGS. Luminous peach and blue-gray patina drapes each side of this satiny near-Gem. Well struck and attractive in a small-format holder. Population: 20 in 64, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

544

1900-O 25C MS65 NGC. Type One Obverse, Type Two Reverse. This fully struck Gem has light tan toning, just faintly seen over each side, and bright satiny luster. Exceptionally free from marks, and an important example of this turn of the century New Orleans issue. Census: 8 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

545

1901-S 25C Fair 2 NGC. Both sides of this key-date representative display pleasing silver-gray color that is just a touch deeper in the fields and recessed areas. All obverse peripheral elements save for a couple of stars are entirely free of the rim. The lower portion of Liberty's ear is clear, as is part of the eye. With the exception of the wing tips, the eagle is completely outlined, as is the mintmark. A couple of motto letters show on the ribbon, and the inner parts of most of the legend and denomination are visible. A few light circulation marks on each side are not detractive for the designated grade. All in all, a very collectible specimen for having seen heavy circulation.(Registry values: N1)

546

1901-S 25C AG3 PCGS. Light gray surfaces darken slightly in the fields and recesses, thereby highlighting the central devices. Except for the wing tips, these are completely outlined, as are the date digits, obverse legend, reverse stars, mintmark, and wreath. Parts of Liberty's eye and ear are visible, as are a couple of letters of the reverse ribbon motto. The reverse rim is totally worn into the peripheral lettering while the obverse rim is about one-quarter complete. Both sides of this key-date specimen are remarkably clean for a coin having experienced heavy circulation, and as such will fit comfortably in a low- to mid-grade Barber quarter collection.(Registry values: N1)

547

1902-S 25C MS64 PCGS. Delightful satiny luster highlights the boldly struck details. Deep purple toning resides in the margins, while the centers are brilliant. A few tiny marks on Liberty's cheek do not detract. Population: 20 in 64, 17 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

548

1902-S 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. The 1902-S quarter is an extremely elusive issue in the Barber series. For many years PCGS had certified but a single 1902-S in MS67, a coin we have had the privilege to handle numerous times since 1994. We at first thought that the present coin was an "old friend" coming back for a return visit--something we always enjoy at Heritage--but it is, in fact, a second example in MS67 that has recently joined the ranks of finest at PCGS. The splendid surfaces on this piece show a mixture of untoned silver-gray mixed with olive-gray and ice-blue in varying degrees on both sides. As demanded of the grade, there are essentially no distractions on this piece, although a hint of the normal strike softness appears at the upper right shield corner. The strike elsewhere is quite sharp. As further testament to the elusiveness of this issue, we note that the fabulous John C. Hugon Collection (Heritage, 1/2005), which contained many landmark rarities in the Barber series, managed "only" an MS65 NGC example of the 1902-S. Population: 2 in 67, 0 finer.(Registry values: N4719)

549

1905-S 25C MS64 NGC. Light powder-blue and almond-gold alternate across this shimmering and impressively preserved near-Gem. Boldly struck despite minor merging on the fletchings. Census: 17 in 64, 13 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

550

1907 25C MS66 PCGS. The 1907 has a generous mintage of 7.132 million circulation strikes and can be located through the near-Gem level of preservation without too much difficulty. Gems are more challenging and higher-grade specimens are elusive. The toning pattern on this Premium Gem consists of aqua-blue and purple around the peripheries and golden-tan in the centers, with deeper hues of this palette on the obverse. A well executed strike sharpens the design features. Light grazes on Liberty's chin and neck are completely inoffensive. Population: 18 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

551

1909 25C MS65 NGC. CAC. Golden-brown and apple-green toning graces shimmering and sharply struck surfaces. This splendid Gem appears devoid of marks to the unaided eye, and magnification reveals only trivial imperfections. Census: 33 in 65, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

552

1909-D 25C MS65 PCGS. Freckles of light tan and gray run over the lustrous surfaces of this Gem D-mint representative. The design elements are well impressed, except for softness in a couple of the star centers. Both sides are devoid of significant marks. Population: 26 in 65, 18 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

553

1913 25C MS64 NGC. Splendid satiny luster glistens throughout the well preserved surfaces. Just a trace of golden patina is seen in the margins, and the couple of tiny toning spots are noted on the reverse. The strike is bold. Census: 20 in 64, 11 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

554

1914-S 25C MS67 NGC. The "Big Three" Barber quarter issues--the 1896-S, the 1901-S, and the 1913-S--are famous rarities, and if the "Big Three" were expanded to a "Big Five," two more San Francisco dates, the 1897-S and the 1914-S, would join them. This is a Superb Gem example of the latter date, tied with just three others for numerically finest in the combined certified population (9/09). The strike is pleasing, with only slight softness visible on a few stars and the eagle's claws, and the bright fields are essentially silver-white. Practically unmarked, as expected of the grade.(Registry values: N4719)

555

1916 25C MS66 PCGS. Wisps of honey-gold adorn this thoroughly lustrous and decisively struck Premium Gem. Inspection beneath a lens can only locate minor marks, largely confined to the shield. Population: 23 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Barber Quarters

556

1894 25C PR64 Cameo NGC. Distinctly contrasted with exquisite diamond-frost over the portrait. Strongly mirrored fields have a delicate silver-gray veil over the faint hairlines that account for the grade. Census: 15 in 64 Cameo, 36 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

557

1894 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. Light almond-gold toning adorns this fully struck and minimally abraded Gem. Radiant devices compare favorably with flashy fields. A stingy 972 proofs were issued. Census: 11 in 65 Cameo, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

558

1894 25C PR67 Cameo NGC. Silver-white surfaces appear devoid of even a suggestion of other color, and the intense contrast makes this piece appear awfully close to an Ultra Cameo designation. The strike is marvelously sharp, as expected. This PR67 coin is one of a dozen certified numerically finest at NGC (including two Star coins), and there are none finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

559

1897 25C PR64 Cameo PCGS. The fields are primarily blue-toned, though the pastel gold covering the devices does spill over slightly. Appreciably contrasted with only a few minor hairlines present in the fields. Population: 11 in 64 Cameo, 22 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

560

1898 25C PR68 NGC. CAC. An exquisitely preserved, dramatically toned Superb Gem with both sides showing hints of contrast through the patina. The obverse is sharply divided between the green-gold color of the upper right half and the blue, violet, and orange shadings present at lower left, while the reverse is concentrically toned with light blue-green at the rims with a fade through cerulean and violet to a pale peach center. Census: 20 in 68, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

561

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. Fully struck over all 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: 12 in 67 Deep Cameo, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

562

1900 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. An exactingly struck and virtually brilliant Gem that exhibits pleasing frost throughout the devices. The reflective fields are undisturbed by contact. A scant 912 proofs were issued.(Registry values: N1793)

563

1907 25C PR68 PCGS. CAC. Much cameo contrast is apparent on both sides of this lovely proof, although it is undesignated as Cameo on the first generation PCGS holder. Golden-russet toning graces close to half of the obverse, while the reverse is evenly patinated in honey-gold, plum-red, and sea-green. Type coins such as this piece have enduring popularity in the numismatic marketplace, and justly so. A scant 575 proofs were produced.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 5/2008), lot 435, which realized $13,800.(Registry values: N4719)

564

1907 25C PR64 Cameo PCGS. Faint golden toning overall with deeper sage elements close to the rims. Pleasingly detailed with strong contrast for the issue, though a few scattered hairlines preclude a finer designation. Population: 8 in 64 Cameo, 30 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

565

1910 25C PR65 NGC. This Gem proof approaches a Cameo designation as it has white devices and mirrored fields, although delicate stone-gray and caramel-gold toning likely prevents the deserved designation. Merely 551 proofs were struck.(Registry values: N1793)

566

1910 25C PR64 Cameo PCGS. Hints of russet and golden toning accent the glassy fields, which show impeccable cameo contrast against the frosty devices. A loupe locates only a couple of tiny contact marks. The strike is nearly full. Population: 16 in 64 Cameo, 24 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

567

1912 25C PR65 Cameo NGC. An essentially brilliant Gem that possesses icy motifs and darkly reflective fields. The strike is exacting save for unimportant incompleteness near the right (facing) claw. Census: 12 in 65 Cameo, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

568

1915 25C PR64 PCGS. Powerfully reflective fields enhance the aesthetic appeal of this razor-sharp near-Gem. Delicate red and lilac patina visits the perimeter. There are no marks worthy of specific mention. A mere 450 proofs were struck.(Registry values: N1793)

569

1915 25C PR66 NGC. CAC. Excellent eye appeal for this final proof Barber quarter issue. The obverse is mildly contrasted between the minimally toned portrait and the dappled gold-orange and blue patina of the fields, while the reverse is more extensively toned in the same vein. Census: 20 in 66, 20 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Standing Liberty Quarters

570

1916 25C Good 6 PCGS. Though heavy wear has worn into the digits of the date, the lower part of the 6 is visible. The remaining design elements, especially those on the reverse, are nicely defined for the grade designation. This light to medium-gray example shows hints of green-gold in a crescent at the upper obverse and lower reverse. Both sides are surprisingly minimally abraded for a coin that saw heavy circulation. An appealing and accessible example of this popular 20th century key.(Registry values: N1)

571

1916 25C Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. The Philadelphia Mint just managed to strike the new Standing Liberty design in 1916, months after Mercury dimes and Walking Liberty halves (introduced the same year) were already in circulation. 52,000 pieces were struck in December and released in early 1917. Many remained in circulation even as common 1917 examples were set aside. This cream-gray example has problem-free surfaces. The lower three-quarters of the date is bold.(Registry values: N2998)

572

1916 25C VF35 NGC. Now here is a truly rare coin, a 1916 Standing Liberty quarter that managed to circulate for 25 points of wear before being plucked from circulation. The inner beaded border is completely full around the coin, and a considerable amount of detail is still present on Liberty's head, on what likely started out as a Full Head coin. The pretty golden-gray surfaces show slight accents of orange and lilac.(Registry values: N2998)

573

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. CAC. Luscious rose and lavender accents grace the silver-gray centers, while the borders show elements of orange. A striking Gem example of this popular type issue, boldly impressed and delightfully appealing.(Registry values: N1793)

574

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head PCGS. Streaky tan and steel-blue toning is deepest on the lower left reverse. Highly lustrous and nearly unabraded. The strike is intricate, as is usual for the briefly issued Type One design. In a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

575

1917 25C Type One MS66 Full Head NGC. This powerfully impressed Premium Gem is mostly silver-gray with just a touch of gold and violet at the lower reverse. Captivating luster shimmers throughout the virtually flawless surfaces.(Registry values: N1793)

576

1917 25C Type One MS66 ★ Full Head NGC. CAC. This stunning Premium Gem has magnificent multi-colored rainbow toning over frosty silver luster on both sides. The strike is second to none with every detail boldly and completely defined. Although NGC has certified 317 of these in MS66 and another 58 in MS67, only eight of those coins have been assigned the ★ designation, including five MS66 and two MS67 (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

577

1917-D 25C Type One MS66 NGC. An appealing example with outstanding satiny luster across the untoned and nearly perfect surfaces. This sharply struck and virtually unimprovable piece would make an excellent type coin. Census: 18 in 66, 2 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

578

1917-D 25C Type One MS66 Full Head PCGS. Chestnut-tan, gunmetal, and lavender tints enrich this relatively lightly toned Premium Gem. Cartwheel luster dominates the mark-free fields and devices. Well struck, as is often the case for the Type One subtype, coined only between late 1916 and mid-1917.(Registry values: N1793)

579

1917-S 25C Type One MS65 PCGS. CAC. Attractive purple, red, and golden toning encircles the silver-gray centers, with significantly more color visible in the reverse periphery. The strike is mostly sharp, and there are only a couple of pin-sized handling marks. Population: 38 in 65, 16 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

580

1917-S 25C Type One MS67 Full Head NGC. Unlike its Philadelphia counterpart, the 1917-S Type One quarter is challenging in higher grades, particularly with Full Head-level definition. This Superb Gem is fantastically lustrous with areas of golden toning and small dots of lavender and heather. Carefully preserved and gorgeous. Census: 18 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

581

1917-S 25C Type One MS67 Full Head NGC. Medium olive-green and golden-brown toning graces this outstanding Type One Superb Gem. The strike is unimprovable, and the lustrous surfaces are detraction-free. The scarcest of the 1917 PDS Type One issues, due to a lower mintage and a smaller number of West Coast collectors. Census: 18 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

582

1917 25C Type Two MS66 Full Head PCGS. Medium olive-green and rose-gray toning encompasses shimmering surfaces. Only the two shield rivets near the waist lack a needle-sharp strike. One hidden mark on the drapery above IN GOD. Population: 62 in 66 Full Head, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

583

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 (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

584

1919 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. CAC. The lustrous surfaces of this Premium Gem exhibit the usual sharp strike, including not just a Full Head but crispness in most of the shield lines and rivets. The untoned obverse cedes to soft violet patina speckled with brownish-gold on the reverse. Both sides have been well cared for. Population: 61 in 66 Full Head, 12 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

585

1919-D 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. The 1919-D is among the most elusive of the Standing Liberty quarter series in Full Head. J.H. Cline (2007) estimates that 1% of the 1.944 million-piece mintage was struck with Full Head details. The above-average strike delivered on this near-Gem example resulted not only in fullness on the head but crispness on the chain mail and stripes of the inner shield. The rivets near Liberty's hip are weak, but the remaining ones are strong, as are the date digits. Bright luster embraces both sides, each of which is color free and minimally marked. Overall, a very appealing example of this key date in the series and one that will be greatly prized by the new owner. Population: 21 in 64 Full Head, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

586

1920 25C MS66 PCGS. A melange of medium intensity electric-blue, gold, purple, forest-green, and silver-gray coloration visits the lustrous surfaces of this attractive Premium Gem, leaving the reverse center brilliant. Well struck and carefully preserved. Population: 48 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

587

1920 25C MS67 PCGS. Wonderful rainbow toning on this piece begins with silver-white centers, working outward in concentric rings of gold, pink, jade, and lilac. The head details appear to be a "just-miss" Full Head, nonetheless well-impressed if a trifle short. All but two of the shield rivets are bold. The reverse offers a similar palette, with a dollop more each of cinnamon and burgundy. Another stunner for the color collectors, and one of only three so certified at PCGS with none finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

588

1920 25C MS66 Full Head PCGS. The 1920 Standing Liberty quarter's prodigious production of 27.8 million pieces nearly doubles that of the next-largest issue, the 1918 with 14.2 million coins. This splendid Premium Gem Full Head 1920 features vivid target toning, with silver-white centers radiating outward into amber-gold, lilac, smoke, ice-blue, and magenta. The full articulation on the head and shield round out the appeal. A true "must-see" coin. Expect runaway bidding from the toning enthusiasts. Population: 17 in 66 Full Head, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

589

1920-S 25C MS64 ANACS. Peripheral golden patina surrounds the mostly untoned surfaces. The strike is a trifle soft on the highest points, as often seen. There are just a couple of tiny handling marks. Both sides boast eye-catching satiny luster.(Registry values: N1793)

590

1920-S 25C MS65 PCGS. A fully original Gem, this remarkable 1920-S quarter has frosty luster beneath silver-gray patina with splashes of iridescent toning. Population: 40 in 65, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

591

1923-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. Stone-gray and almond-gold with substantial luster despite moderate wear on the knees and other highpoints. A semi-key issue, apparently little saved by West Coast collectors.(Registry values: N991)

592

1924 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. Deep reddish-brown toning clings to the margins of this radiantly lustrous Gem, transitioning to yellow- and orange-gold and then to mostly brilliant centers. Sharply struck, and revealing no marks of major consequence. Population: 56 in 65 Full Head, 39 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

593

1924-D 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. Subtle blue, violet, and gold tints give this strongly lustrous Choice coin delightful eye appeal. The details are well-defined, and there are only a few light ticks on Liberty that preclude Gem status.(Registry values: N1793)

594

1924-S 25C MS64 NGC. Ex: Richmond Collection. A trace of violet toning near the rims, particularly on the reverse, enhances this mostly untoned Choice Mint State specimen. Liberty's head and a couple of rivets are softly defined, as typically seen. Careful inspections reveals only a couple of inconsequential marks on the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

595

1926 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. This sharply struck Gem displays strong chain mail and rivets as well as a Full Head. Lustrous surfaces are nearly untoned save for whispers of rose at the lower reverse rim. A few grade-consistent marks are insignificant. Population: 85 in 65 Full Head, 24 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

596

1926-D 25C MS64 Full Head NGC. CAC. With a subdued mintage of under 2 million pieces and a decided lack of bold strikes, the 1926-D quarter is elusive with Full Head detail. This near-Gem readily qualifies for the designation, though striking softness is visible on Liberty's shield. Light peach and gold central toning visits pebbly fields that are otherwise pale pearl-gray. Census: 17 in 64 Full Head, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

597

1926-S 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. CAC. The 1926-S quarter is typical of San Francisco Mint coins in the 1920s in that this facility had problems striking up coins. According to J.H. Cline (2007), the 1926-S and 1927-S are the most weakly struck of all S-mint pieces in the twenties. In line with this, one percent or less of '26-S quarters are struck with Full Heads.
The present Gem is exceptional for the fullness of Liberty's head and chain mail. Even the rivets, except for the two nearest Liberty's abdomen, are sharp. Highly lustrous surfaces are color free save for a wisp of barely discernible light tan on the lower left obverse. Both sides are remarkably clean except for a few unobtrusive grade-consistent grazes. Population: 15 in 65 Full Head, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

598

1928 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. Unabraded and nicely struck with original eye appeal. The lustrous surfaces are lightly toned save for deep forest-green and dove-gray crescents found at the left obverse and right reverse. Population: 70 in 65 Full Head, 34 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

599

1929 25C MS67 NGC. A well-defined Superb Gem from late in the series that comes close to Full Head details but just misses the mark. Light golden overtones grace the immensely lustrous, carefully preserved surfaces. Among coins not awarded the Full Head designation by NGC, Census: 3 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

600

1929-S 25C MS66 Full Head NGC. Soft champagne-gold patina visits the lustrous, well struck surfaces of this Premium Gem. A few trivial marks do not detract. Census: 91 in 66 Full Head, 26 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

601

1930-S 25C MS67 Full Head PCGS. A magnificent Full Head example of this lower mintage final year issue. The essentially pristine surfaces are heavily frosted beneath delicate peach patina. A few flecks of russet color are noticed on the reverse. Population: 17 in 67 Full Head, 0 finer (9/09).
Ex: Western Hills Collection (Heritage, 6/2005), lot 6144, which realized $4,887.50.(Registry values: N2998)

602

1930-S 25C MS67 Full Head NGC. Both Liberty's head and her shield show substantially above-average definition on this wonderful Superb Gem. Only the tiniest of flaws appear in the immensely lustrous fields, even under close scrutiny. Pale peach patina visits parts of the otherwise light silver-gray surfaces. Census: 23 in 67 Full Head, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Washington Quarters

603

1932-D 25C MS62 NGC. Whispers of reddish-gold cling to the lower reverse margin of this key-date specimen. Well struck with ample luster. A few small marks are noted on Washington's face.(Registry values: N1)

604

1932-D 25C MS63 PCGS. Soft golden-gray patina with minuscule gray freckles resides on the lustrous surfaces of this Select key-date quarter. Nicely struck and only lightly abraded.(Registry values: N208)

605

1932-D 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. Russet and jade-green toning crosses the upper borders. Light sky-blue, lime, and salmon-pink coloration further augments the eye appeal. The design elements are sharply struck although the lower half of the date does not possess absolute definition. Luster dazzles when the piece is rotated beneath a light. Examination under a loupe finds only inconsequential blemishes. The 1932-D has long been regarded as the key to the series, since it is clearly more elusive in better Mint State grades than its closest competitor, the 1932-S. Population: 63 in 65, 1 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

606

1932-S 25C MS65 NGC. An attractive Gem example of this popular first-year key, well-defined with essentially untoned, frosty centers. At the margins on each side, subtle gold-orange and peach shadings add color to the coin. Exceedingly rare any finer, with just five such coins known to NGC (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

607

1934 25C Doubled Die Obverse MS62 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-009. The Medium Motto is obviously die doubled, and the date and LIBERTY have thick letters. The most prominent doubled die of the entire Washington quarter series, photographed on page 170 of the 2010 Guide Book. Lustrous and faintly toned with attractive preservation.(Registry values: P1)

608

1937 25C Doubled Die Obverse MS63 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-012. This doubled die appears in the Guide Book, confirming its status as a numismatic classic. Light golden-tan peripheral elements show slight streakiness toward the right obverse, while the centers are pale silver-gray and lustrous. A few tiny abrasions clustered to the left of Washington's forehead contribute to the grade. For the variety, Population: 3 in 63, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

609

1940-D 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. This Superb Gem, as one of only 20 MS67 pieces certified by PCGS with none finer (9/09), is of immense importance to the Registry collector. Bright silver-white surfaces show only occasional traces of peach color, and the central devices are subtly frosted. Magnificent eye appeal.(Registry values: N491)

610

1942-D 25C Doubled Die Obverse MS62 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-015. This bold and popular doubled die is listed in the Guide Book. The broad spread is most obvious on LIBERTY, where the L and E show notching and the two vertical strokes of the B are plain. Well struck and brightly lustrous with dappled gold and sage peripheral toning on each side.(Registry values: P1)

Proof Washington Quarters

611

1936 25C PR65 PCGS. CAC. Gold freckles show up under magnification. Well preserved, bright surfaces exhibit well struck devices.(Registry values: N491)

612

1936 25C PR65 NGC. Faint gold and rose toning confirms the originality of this key date Gem proof. Beautifully preserved and precisely struck. The lowest mintage proof Washington quarter, and also the lowest mintage of the 1936 proof denominations, which were available separately as well as in sets.(Registry values: N491)

613

1936 25C PR66 NGC. This is the first year of proof mintage for Washington quarters, and the key date of the proof series. We offer here a bright Premium Gem the exhibits sharply struck design elements. Both sides are untoned and devoid of mentionable marks or spots. Difficult to obtain any finer.(Registry values: N991)

614

1937 25C PR67 NGC. This stone-white Superb Gem appears pristine, and the strike is full throughout. Those without this date need look no further to procure an outstanding specimen. Only the proof 1936 has a lower mintage.(Registry values: N491)

615

1937 25C PR67 NGC. Yellow-green and rose-red enrich this flashy and well struck Superb Gem. The central reverse remains untoned. This low mintage proof quarter is encased in a prior generation holder.(Registry values: N491)

Early Half Dollars

616

1794 50C PCGS Genuine. O-101, High R.3. The PCGS number ending in .98 suggests Damage as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons, that PCGS deemed this coin not gradable. In our opinion, this coin has the details of a Fine 12 specimen that has been repaired, whizzed, and retoned. Largely smoothed-out fields show the microporosity often associated with whizzing, and the gold-gray and gunmetal-blue toning on each side seems to float across the surfaces. Still, a collectible representative of the Flowing Hair half dollar type.

617

1794 50C --Repaired--NGC. VG Details. O-106, R.6. A pleasing example despite microscopic surface roughness and numerous tooling marks. The surfaces are medium to dark gray with a hint of gold. An important variety, as are all 1794 half dollar die marriages. Only the O-101 combination is plentiful, and even that variety is a R.3. It is thought that less than 30 examples of O-106 exist.(Registry values: N2998)

618

1795 50C 2 Leaves--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. Fine Details. O-110, R.3. This Flowing Hair type coin has bold stars and legends, and ample plumage and hair detail. The slate-gray surfaces are hairlined, but there are no scratches or rim dings.(Registry values: N1793)

619

1795 50C 2 Leaves VF25 PCGS. O-117a, R.4. The prominent die crack between the 5 in the date and the closest star is diagnostic. Deep charcoal-gray and lighter silver shadings are present on each side of this midrange Flowing Hair half, with the lighter color found mostly on the worn high points. Minimally abraded despite the passage of more than two centuries.(Registry values: N2998)

620

1802 50C VF30 NGC. O-101, R.3. The only variety of the year. A scarce date, with only 29,890 pieces minted. Light gold toning covers both sides. Nice detail shows for the grade, except the stars are flat as is usually the case. The few light, scattered marks are not serious. Most survivors are in lower grades. Examples of this issue in VF or higher grades are elusive.(Registry values: N1)

621

1803 50C Large 3 VF30 PCGS. O-103, R.3. Straw-gold and stone-gray alternate across this attractively detailed Draped Bust half. All letters in E PLURIBUS UNUM are clear, and the surfaces are unblemished save for a thin mark on Liberty's shoulder.(Registry values: N991)

622

1803 50C Large 3 AU53 PCGS. CAC. O-103, R.3. The 3 in the date is large and has a vertical serif. On the reverse, a leaf nearly touches the base of the I in AMERICA. Rich russet toning accents the periphery, while the centers are silver-gray. Powerful luster shines throughout and complements the well-struck features. Prominent clash marks from the shield are visible around Liberty's ear. Numerous light abrasions are consistent with the grade. A pleasing example. Population: 6 in 53, 22 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

623

1803 50C Small 3 XF45 PCGS. CAC. O-104, R.3. The Small 3 is missing its upper left serif, diagnostic for the variety. Four die combinations are known for 1803 half dollars, and the Small 3 variety is the scarcest of the four. It is also important as a major Guide Book listed variety. A nice strike and pleasing light to medium gray toning accompany the pleasing surfaces of this Choice XF. Traces of luster are still visible.

624

1805 50C VF35 PCGS. O-111, R.2. A Choice VF example of this modestly elusive variant, pale gold-gray in the centers with deeper orange elements close to the rims. The usual bold clash mark is noted at Liberty's throat.(Registry values: N991)

625

1805 50C XF40 ANACS. O-113a, High R.4. Light golden-brown toning graces this sharply defined Bust half, which retains noticeable luster in protected regions. Minor field marks near the profile and ribbon correspond to the grade. Struck from prominently clashed dies.(Registry values: N1793)

626

1806/5 50C VF35 NGC. O-102, High R.3. An overdated Knob 6 obverse paired with a reverse that shows a die feature through the N of UNITED. Moderately worn with rose and blue patina over minimally abraded surfaces.(Registry values: N991)

627

1806/5 50C XF40 ANACS. O-103, R.2. Deep powder-blue, olive-gray, and orange-gold embrace this well defined Draped Bust half. Luster shines from the border elements. The obverse has scattered moderate marks.(Registry values: N1793)

628

1806 50C Knobbed 6, Small Stars VF35 PCGS. O-106, R.4. The Knobbed 6, Small Stars obverse paired with a reverse that has a leaftip between the I and C of AMERICA. This still-lustrous Choice VF coin is largely silver-gray and peach with dots of deeper color present at parts of the rims. For all Knobbed 6, Small Stars varieties, Population: 5 in 35, 19 finer (9/09).

629

1806 50C 6 Over Inverted 6 XF40 NGC. CAC. O-112, R.4. This variety is much scarcer than the O-111 that was struck from an early state of the obverse. A bisecting vertical die crack begins below the date, extending through the 8 and bust, to the E in LIBERTY, and the upper border. Another obverse crack is visible from the border through star 11, nearly reaching the neck. This medium gray example has faint lilac, gold, and iridescent toning with smooth, problem free surfaces. It is probably one of the five or six finest known.(Registry values: N1793)

630

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem XF40 NGC. CAC. O-116, R.3. Chestnut-gold and cream-gray with occasional hints of lime-green. The strike is good aside from the ribbon and opposite on the left (facing) wing. Relatively unabraded, and remaining luster is plentiful.(Registry values: N1793)

631

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem XF40 NGC. O-115, R.1. Walnut-brown dominates this moderately circulated example, although the borders offer ocean-blue. Luster emerges from protected regions, and no marks are consequential. The right obverse field displays a fingerprint.(Registry values: N1793)

632

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem AU50 NGC. O-118a, R.3. Colorfully toned in olive-green, powder-blue, lilac, and peach shades. Luster shimmers from the design recesses. The strike is uncharacteristically sharp on the clouds and reverse stars, although some softness is found on the hair ribbon and lower left (facing) wing. Free from consequential contact, and encased in a former generation holder.(Registry values: N2998)

Bust Half Dollars

633

1807 50C Large Stars, 50 Over 20 VF25 PCGS. O-111b, R.5. The so-called "Bearded Goddess" which shows a long, curving die crack below the chin of Liberty to the top of the bust. Another interesting numismatic element on this coin is the dual denomination on the reverse, with 50 punched over a prior 20. Deep gray patina covers both sides, with amber highlights.(Registry values: N491)

634

1808 50C MS66 NGC. O-109a, R.3. Stars 1 and 7 each point to the center of a dentil. In this late obverse die state a crack runs from the rim between stars 1 and 2, arcing to touch a star tip of each one, and onward into the upper bust. Another crack parallels the rim below the bust tip, with another straight from the rim to the bottom of 18 in the date. Another bold crack connects the rim with star 6 and thence to Liberty's forehead. The diagnostic crack for O-109a is the bold crack from the lower rim through the left side of the 0 in the date. Bold clashing from the scroll appears just above the date, with the reversed E in the motto clearly readable. The reverse is shared with the O-108 variety. Although unmentioned in Overton, the Peterson reference mention a small raised line from the eagle's left (facing) wing that pierces the shield corner and runs up into the neck. Numerous other die cracks on the reverse are evidence of die fatigue, as is the loss of fine detail evident on the reverse of this coin. Virtually all of the dentilation on the reverse is also missing, another characteristic of the late die stages. This piece is silver-white, with no discernible toning. This piece is tied for second finest known in the Condition Census for the O-109a variety, as listed on Stephen Herrman's Spring 2009 Revision. The finest, an amazing MS67 PCGS coin in our FUN Signature Auction (1/2009, lot 3842), brought $46,000.(Registry values: N7079)

635

1810 50C AU58 NGC. O-103, R.2. Star 12 is recut and small rust pits are visible between the 50 and C on this frequently encountered variety. Pleasing medium gray with lustrous light ivory on both sides, over satiny surfaces.(Registry values: N991)

636

1812 50C MS64 NGC. CAC. O-107, R.1 A delightful example of this popular issue, with sharp design definition on both sides. The surfaces are satiny and lustrous beneath intermingled gold, russet, steel, and sea-green toning over a golden-brown base. This common variety is usually found in lower grades than the present near-Gem.(Registry values: N2998)

637

1812 50C MS65 NGC. O-108, R.2. The obverse has the first 1 high and out of place, while the reverse has most of the azure lines extending beyond the right shield border. A wonderful Gem with bold design definition and satiny luster. Both sides exhibit ivory surfaces with considerable blue, lilac, and gold toning that deepens near the borders.(Registry values: N4719)

638

1817 50C 181.7 AU50 PCGS. O-103, R.3. The well-known Punctuated Date variety with a small die chip between the second 1 and the 7. This is a major Guide Book variety in considerable demand. The current specimen has light gray surfaces with considerable luster for the grade. Both sides have pleasing gold and iridescent toning along the borders.

639

1818/7 50C Large 8 AU53 PCGS. CAC. O-103, R.3. Powder-blue, forest-green, and golden-brown endow this lovely overdated half dollar. Liberty's curls, cap, and clasp display slight wear, but marks are few, and ample luster percolates within the design. Population: 13 in 53, 47 finer (9/09).

640

1818 50C MS64 NGC. O-107, R.1. The T and Y in LIBERTY show a die line that slants sharply upward, and two tines emerge from the top of the eagle's beak. The highly lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem display electric-blue and lavender toning clinging to the margins and a well executed strike imparts uniform detail to the design features. Some light handling marks visible under a loupe do not distract. Clash marks occur under Liberty's ear. Census: 21 in 64 for the issue, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

641

1821 50C AU58 PCGS. O-104, R.3. Light die lines at the throat identify this variety. Both sides have considerable luster with mostly silver-white surfaces and splashes of peripheral champagne toning.(Registry values: N991)

642

1823 50C MS62 NGC. O-106, R.3. The obverse is golden-brown with an ocean-blue and ruby-red border. The reverse has only a hint of peripheral tan toning. Lustrous and attractive. One of several varieties of 1823 halves with a misshapen 3 in the date. However, Overton failed to grant O-106 a memorable moniker, unlike the "Ugly 3" O-110a or the "Patched 3" O-102.(Registry values: N1793)

643

1823 50C Broken 3 AU53 NGC. O-101, R.3. This distinctive variety, named for the final digit in the date, has its own Guide Book entry. Surprisingly bright silver-white surfaces remain radiant despite modest wear.(Registry values: N991)

644

1825 50C MS62 NGC. O-107, R.2. Incorrectly attributed as the very scarce O-109 by NGC. Rich golden-brown, jade-green, and cream-gray embrace this lustrous and evenly struck example. The fields are surprisingly free from scuffs.(Registry values: N1793)

645

1825 50C MS63 NGC. O-114, R.1. Forest-green, dove-gray, and autumn-brown consume this unblemished Bust half. The luster is particularly dazzling throughout the borders. A few of the stars are incompletely brought up.(Registry values: N1793)

646

1826 50C MS61 NGC. O-118a, R.1. The die line through the UN of UNUM is diagnostic. Light pink, peach, and silver-gray patina drapes strongly lustrous surfaces.(Registry values: N991)

647

1826 50C MS61 NGC. O-111, R.2. The obverse is distinctively cracked. Light gold and orange tints grace the lustrous surfaces of this Bust half. Well struck with slight dulling on the high points.(Registry values: N991)

648

1826 50C MS64 PCGS. O-106a, R.3. Slender reverse die cracks and a recut R in AMERICA identify this somewhat scarce Overton variety. Shimmering luster sweeps uncommonly smooth fields and devices. A good strike with minor incompleteness on the curls and stars. An opportunity for the dedicated Bust specialist.(Registry values: N2998)

649

1826 50C MS65 NGC. O-110, R.2. An extraordinary Gem with full brilliant satin luster on both sides. The obverse has distinct gold toning with blue and lilac toning at the border, and the reverse is brilliant with only a faint trace of gold toning. The surfaces are smooth and pristine.(Registry values: N4719)

650

1826 50C MS65 NGC. O-120a, Low R.4. Exceedingly well struck down to the finest detail and boasting shimmering luster that is relatively unaffected by toning, the only color being subtle golden-gray accents. Nicely preserved throughout. Two extensive die cracks on the left periphery of the reverse point to a later die state.(Registry values: N4719)

651

1827/6 50C MS64 NGC. O-102, R.1. The underdigit 6 is bold. The stars are drawn to the edge, and the AM of AMERICA are joined, with the base of M higher than A. Light to medium gray surfaces display considerable luster and exhibit sharply struck design elements. Both sides have been well cared for. Census: 6 in 64 for the issue, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

652

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS61 PCGS. O-130, R.3. The "leaning 0" in the denomination is a key diagnostic. This lustrous example is well struck with gold-gray and violet-blue toning, the latter mostly at the margins, and a faint "X" of tan-olive patina with the lines intersecting just to the right of Liberty's ear.(Registry values: N1793)

653

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS64 PCGS. O-128, R.3. A slightly scarce variety. The reverse has a distinct horizontal line through the center of the I in PLURIBUS, and it is called the Joined I reverse. That die is known with two different obverse dies, for O-128 and O-139. Lustrous surfaces exhibit silver-gray, lilac, gold, and iridescent toning on both sides, creating excellent aesthetic appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

654

1827 50C Square Base 2 MS64 PCGS. O-120a, R.3. The late state with a crack through the tops of UNITED STATES is more plentiful than the early state without the crack. This fully brilliant and lustrous piece has no evidence of toning on either side. It is a desirable half dollar for the type collector or variety specialist.(Registry values: N2998)

655

1829 50C Small Letters MS63 PCGS. CAC. O-115, R.1. This lustrous Select piece has light gold-gray color overall with dots of deeper toning at the reverse margins. Well struck and modestly abraded for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

656

1829 50C Small Letters MS63 NGC. O-112, R.1. Diagonal die lines near star 13 indicate the variety. Mottled golden-brown, aquamarine, and rose-red toning embraces this satiny and unmarked representative. The left-side stars show some softness, but the strike is otherwise pleasing.(Registry values: N1793)

657

1830 50C Small 0 MS63 NGC. O-101, R.1. Brilliant save for a glimpse of ocean-blue on the upper reverse. Lustrous with surprisingly mark-free fields and devices. The stars and claws are well struck, as is the remainder of the design.(Registry values: N1793)

658

1830 50C Large 0 MS63 PCGS. O-121, R.3. This is the scarcest Large 0 variety. Liberty's mouth is noticeably open. The left stars are flatly struck, as usually seen, but the central details are bold. Lovely reddish-gold and lavender accents add to the aesthetic appeal of this lustrous specimen.

659

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 are softly brought up, as always for the die pairing.

660

1831 50C MS64 PCGS. O-109, R.1. A splendid Choice Mint State piece with frosty luster and excellent eye appeal, this plentiful half dollar variety is usually available in nearly any desired grade, making it an excellent type coin for the advanced collector. Both sides have lemon-yellow and sea-green toning that enhance the overall presentation.(Registry values: N2998)

661

1832 50C Small Letters MS62 PCGS. O-110, R.1. A brilliant and lustrous Mint State piece with excellent design details. There is only a trace of weakness on the drapery near the bust tip. Both sides have frosty surfaces with pale champagne toning.(Registry values: N1793)

662

1833 50C MS65 PCGS. O-102, R.1. Star 1 is widely recut near its northeast point, and the 5 in the denomination has a broad stubby top. Sky-blue and purple gravitate to the obverse margin, leaving the center mostly golden-gray, while splashes of deep olive-green occupy the reverse border. Nicely struck save for some weakness in the horizontal shield lines. Both sides display pleasing luster and are minimally marked. Population: 16 in 65 for the issue, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

663

1833 50C MS66 NGC. O-108, R.1. A remarkable Capped Bust half that boasts ebullient luster and unabraded surfaces. Both sides are lightly toned on the fields and devices, while the margins offer medium fire-red and chestnut-brown patina. The striking details are strong throughout. Census: 5 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

664

1834 50C Large Date, Small Letters MS65 NGC. O-108, R.2. The distinctive reverse has only two small "prongs" where the olive stem usually tapers off. A lustrous Gem, this coin offers light to moderate gold-orange, tan-gray, and violet-blue toning over much of each side. Pleasingly preserved and well struck for the die pair.

665

1836 50C Lettered Edge MS62 PCGS. O-108a, R.2. The 1836 over 1336 variety has a blundered date with the 8 punched over a 3. The lower knob of the 3 can be seen inside the lower loop of the 8. This pleasing Mint State piece has satiny luster and light iridescent toning.(Registry values: N1793)

666

1836 50C Lettered Edge MS65 NGC. O-114, R.2. A honey-gold Gem that has glimpses of russet throughout the margins. The cheekbone has moderate contact, but the overall preservation is impeccable. The cartwheel luster is booming, and the strike is crisp throughout except through RIB in PLURIBUS. Census: 21 in 65, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Reeded Edge Half Dollars

667

1836 50C Reeded Edge--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. Silver-gray surfaces reveal fine hairlines when viewed under a loupe, but traces of luster are still visible in the recessed areas of the well defined design features. A few small contact marks are scattered over each side. The 1836 is the lower mintage, scarcer date of the two-year 50 CENTS design type.(Registry values: N2998)

668

1837 50C MS64 NGC. An exacting strike leaves crisp delineation on the design elements of this near-Gem Reeded Edge 50 CENTS design type representative. The depth of the gray and greenish-gray toning subdues the luster on both sides, each of which reveals just an occasional minute mark. Census: 89 in 64, 53 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

669

1839-O 50C XF40 NGC. The obverse mintmark is repunched south, as often seen on this scarce New Orleans type coin. Caramel-gold and steel-gray with substantial glimmers of luster from design recesses.(Registry values: N991)

670

1839-O 50C XF45 PCGS. The familiar '39-O die pairing with heavy reverse die cracks and a lightly repunched mintmark. Noticeable luster fills the legends and eagle. The borders display classic sea-green and golden-brown peripheral "album" toning.(Registry values: N991)

671

1839-O 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. Although mildly glossy, this stone-gray and almond-gold O-mint type coin will satisfy many collectors. The dies have numerous prominent die cracks across the borders, characteristic of the issue.(Registry values: N1793)

Seated Half Dollars

672

1839 50C No Drapery AU50 NGC. Light but distinct wear is present on the obverse high points, though the reverse is surprisingly free of evidence of circulation. Both sides retain considerable luster with toning that ranges from silver-gray through lavender and rich violet. Census: 10 in 50, 71 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

673

1839 50C Drapery MS65 PCGS. The 1839 With Drapery half dollar and subsequent issues are in actuality a different design subtype from the 1839 No Drapery halves. Designer Christian Gobrecht, besides adding three drapery folds from Liberty's elbow, carved away some material from the rock, increasing the distance between it and star 1. The plentiful mintage of nearly 2 million coins comprises both subtypes. Mint State coins exist at all levels, but all are fairly elusive. PCGS has certified only 16 examples in MS64, and this piece is one of only three coins graded MS65 (9/09). The surfaces of this piece are delightfully original, tinged silver-gray with glints of pink and gold on both sides. The strike is notably sharp, and there are no mentionable distractions. A wonderful example for a Registry Set or 19th century type set.(Registry values: N2998)

674

1844 50C MS63 NGC. Medium caramel-gold and powder-blue enriches this satiny and conditionally scarce No Motto Seated half. Incompleteness of strike is relegated to the left (facing) ankle. Census: 11 in 63, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

675

1844-O 50C Doubled Date XF45 PCGS. WB-103. FS-301, formerly FS-001. A well-known and dramatic variety in the series, the FS-301 shows a widely doubled date with the first 184 well up into the base of the rock. According to Wiley-Bugert, this reverse die, also used in 1845, marks the only use of a Medium O mintmark size in 1844. This piece, certified in a green-label holder, has primarily charcoal-gray surfaces with lighter silver-gray high-point wear. There are no singular abrasions. Population: 8 in 45, 10 finer (9/09).

676

1846 50C Medium Date MS64 NGC. CAC. WB-101. A Medium Date variety, distinguished by the base and crossbar of the 4 touching. This near-Gem is well struck with lovely luster beneath dappled peach, sky-blue, rose, and silver toning. This Seated half has amazing eye appeal in all respects. Census: 11 in 64, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

677

1846 50C Tall Date MS63 PCGS. WB-107. The 1 and 4 are lightly repunched at the bases. The standard Wiley-Bugert reference lists the variety as High R.7 in Mint State. This is a cream-gray and gunmetal-blue representative with uncommonly smooth surfaces. A sharp strike save for the star left of the cap. Population: 12 in 63, 2 finer (9/09).

678

1846-O 50C Tall Date XF40 PCGS. A much more difficult coin to locate in any grade than its Medium Date counterpart, this example features light gray toning over minimally abraded surfaces. The design elements reveal considerable detail. The reverse exhibits several peripheral die cracks. Population: 5 in 40, 8 finer (9/09).
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2005), lot 7253; Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2008), lot 2174, which realized $1,610.(Registry values: N1793)

679

1847-O 50C MS63 PCGS. WB-104. Doubled Die Obverse (not indicated on insert). The doubling is most easily seen on the left side of the rock, the ribbon lower left of the shield, Liberty's left (facing) hand, and on the leftmost shield lines. While relatively easy to locate in lower grades, this variety is very challenging in Mint State, rated a high R.7 by Wiley and Bugert (1993). The partially prooflike fields highlight the relatively well impressed devices, and variegated cobalt-blue, lavender, and reddish-gold patina bathes both sides. A few unobtrusive handling marks limit the grade. Population: 8 in 63 for the issue, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

680

1848 50C MS63 PCGS. Light autumn-gold toning adorns the borders of this lustrous and crisply struck No Motto Seated half. Smooth aside from an abrasion across the lowered arm. Population: 9 in 63, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

681

1849 50C MS63 NGC. Well struck for the issue with particularly bold definition in the centers. Blue-green and golden-tan toning drapes strongly lustrous fields. The Seated half dollars struck prior to the weight adjustment of 1853 are elusive today in all grades and conditionally rare at the Select level. Census: 20 in 63, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

682

1850 50C AU55 ANACS. WB-102. The 0 is lightly recut southeast. Glimmers of luster illuminate the margins of this pearl-gray and walnut-brown Seated half. Well struck and problem-free. Undoubtedly, a portion of the mintage soon met the smelter, because its bullion value exceeded face even back in 1850.
Ex: Reginald Byron Mason Collection (Heritage, 3/2007), lot 800, which realized $1,265.(Registry values: N991)

683

1852 50C XF40 ANACS. The 1852 has a frugal emission of 77,130 pieces, since half dollars failed to circulate at the time, driven from commerce by Gresham's Law and a massive influx of West Coast gold. A moderately circulated and problem-free example with dusky autumn-gold and silver-blue toning.(Registry values: N1793)

684

1853 50C Arrows and Rays MS63 PCGS. Soft golden-gray patination resides on the lustrous surfaces of this Select half, and a well executed strike imparts strong detail to the design elements. A few minute marks define the grade. One of the easiest dates to locate in almost any grade. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

685

1853 50C Arrows and Rays MS64 NGC. The design elements are well-detailed on each side, and swirling mint luster is abundantly evident beneath the deep olive-gray and steel-violet toning. Always a popular type coin, although not a rare one in the strictest sense, but Arrows and Rays halves are seldom seen in MS64 or finer grades.(Registry values: N4719)

686

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU53 PCGS. Dots of pale blue toning are visible at the margins, while the centers have splashes of gold. Slight peripheral striking softness has little impact on the considerable eye appeal. Population: 9 in 53, 51 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

687

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU55 ANACS. Bright silver-white luster remains over much of each side, though glimpses of peach-orange are present at the rims. Modestly worn but highly attractive. Housed in a small-format holder.(Registry values: N991)

688

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU55 ANACS. Blue and violet peripheral accents with glimpses of gold across the lustrous centers. Only faintly worn with a few modest abrasions. Housed in a small-format ANACS holder.(Registry values: N991)

689

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU55 NGC. Dusky gold-orange color, varied occasionally by luminous magenta, with delicate luster beneath. Scarcely worn with an unusually strong strike on Liberty's head. Census: 25 in 55, 43 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

690

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays MS62 PCGS. This issue can be located in circulated condition without too much trouble, but Mint State pieces are considerably more challenging. Indeed, Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert (1993) assign an R.5 rarity rating to Uncirculated coins. Pale reddish-purple resides on both sides of this well struck MS62 specimen. Light wispy handling marks in the fields do not detract. Clash marks are visible on the reverse. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 13 in 62, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

691

1854-O 50C Arrows MS67 NGC. While the 1854-O Arrows Seated half dollar had an enormous mintage of more than 5 million pieces, its status as a mintmarked high-mintage With Arrows half puts it in the "sweet spot" for type collectors. The present piece is one of only two Superb Gems certified at NGC and PCGS combined, and there are only two finer (9/09). While the surfaces of this lovely coin are still largely silver-gray, glints of translucent pink, gold, and jade appear, enhancing the already considerable eye appeal. Census: 1 in 67, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

692

1855 50C Arrows MS64 NGC. A lovely near-Gem example of the Arrows subtype for the Liberty Seated half. The centers are strongly defined, and while considerable peripheral weakness is noted on the date and stars, the coin has plenty of redeeming features. The luster is warm, and the dusky orange and blue-green toning across each side is most attractive. Census: 18 in 64, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

693

1855-O 50C Arrows MS65 NGC. The 1855-O Arrows Seated half dollar is often compared to the 1854-O, but the mintage is only two-thirds as large. This lustrous Gem example offers mostly untoned centers on both sides, deepening to amber at the obverse rim. The strike is quite sharp, and only scattered, infrequent marks preclude an even finer grade. Census: 19 in 65, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

694

1866-S 50C No Motto XF40 ANACS. This low mintage half dollar is toned deep golden-gray, with the possible remnants of a fingerprint in the left obverse field. LIBERTY is bold, and the drapery and plumage detail is considerable. A few light circulation marks on the reverse fail to distract.
Ex: Professor Wayne Newman Palmer Collection, Part One (Heritage, 7/2004), lot 6507.(Registry values: N991)

695

1868-S 50C MS62 NGC. A splendid chestnut-gray representative with unbroken cartwheel shimmer and an absence of consequential marks. The strike is incomplete on Liberty's hair, the nearby stars, and on her left (facing) thigh. Census: 3 in 62, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

696

1869 50C MS62 PCGS. Light gray freckles make occasional visits to each side. This sharply struck piece reveals breaks in the luster flow associated with the lightly marked surfaces. Population: 15 in 62, 26 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

697

1869-S 50C MS65 NGC. CAC. The tan-orange peripheral accents on the otherwise pearl-gray obverse deepen and join patches of sage on the lustrous reverse. Strongly struck in the centers with a degree of softness noted only at the obverse stars. Great eye appeal for this underrated issue. Census: 6 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

698

1870-CC 50C Fine 12 PCGS. A significantly worn yet readily collectible representative of this important first-year Carson City minor silver issue. A number of abrasions are present on the brown-gray obverse, and the center of the word LIBERTY is worn away. Still, the reverse is well-defined in comparison, which must have influenced the grade. Population: 6 in 12, 56 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

699

1870-CC 50C VF30 PCGS. Struck during the first year of coinage at Carson City, the 1870-CC is much scarcer than suggested by its mintage of 54,617 pieces. The well defined present piece shows the letters LIRTY and the top of the B in LIBERTY. Dove-gray surfaces are smooth aside from minor faded field marks near the left (facing) elbow.(Registry values: N2998)

700

1871-CC 50C XF45 PCGS. The 1871-CC half dollar is scarce overall and rare in XF and finer condition. Randy Wiley and Bill Bugert (1993) assign an R.5 rarity rating to XF and AU coins. Mint State pieces are virtually unobtainable; indeed, PCGS and NGC have certified just five Uncirculated examples (9/09). Low intensity golden-gray patina with bluish-gray accents resides on both sides of this Choice XF specimen, each of which is well defined and minimally marked. This coin is sure to elicit spirited bidding.(Registry values: N1793)

701

1873-CC 50C Arrows VF35 ANACS. Ex: Berlinghof. Large CC. This deep cream-gray Carson City Arrows half has six bold letters in LIBERTY. The seventh letter, E, is faint but readable. Unmarked aside from a few concealed abrasions near Liberty's foot.(Registry values: N991)

702

1873-S 50C Arrows AU55 NGC. A partly lustrous and problem-free silver-gray Choice AU example. One of only two S-mint Arrows, Motto issues, both of which have a much lower mintage than the subsequent 1875 to 1877 branch mint productions. Census: 4 in 55, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

703

1876-CC 50C MS64 PCGS. WB-102. Medium CC. With 1.4 million pieces struck, the 1876-CC is one of the more available halves from the Carson City mint. This is a sharply struck example that has pearl-gray patina over each side. The fields are bright, which is unsurprising as many 1876-CC halves are fully prooflike. Population: 13 in 64, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

704

1879 50C MS63 PCGS. Type Two Reverse. Remarkable prooflike reflectivity in the fields enhances this well preserved piece. Splashes of violet and red toning in the margins surround the silver-gray centers. A few faint hairlines preclude a higher grade. The strike is nearly full.(Registry values: N991)

705

1881 50C MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Type Two Reverse. From business strike dies, confirmed by the closed bud on the olive branch. (Proof 1881 half dollars have an open or doubled bud above the H in HALF). NGC has certified several 1881 halves as Prooflike, but only the present piece has merited a Deep Mirror Prooflike designation. Presumably, it was among the first of the only 10,000 pieces struck from the commercial dies. This is an untoned example with reflective fields and frosty devices. Undoubtedly, it would have been cataloged as a proof in decades past.(Registry values: N1793)

706

1882 50C MS68 NGC. A richly toned beauty of utterly outstanding quality, deserving of a place in the finest Seated half cabinet. Effulgent, distinctly reflective luster shines through elegant goldenrod and olive-green patina. Exquisitely preserved and expertly struck. The only MS68 example graded by NGC and tied with one other at PCGS for finest known (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

707

1887 50C MS66 NGC. This wonderful Premium Gem half displays electric-blue, lavender, and orange-gold patina around the borders, much more extensive and deeper on the obverse. This is a crisply struck, lustrous piece that is devoid of mentionable marks. From a mintage of only 5,000 circulation strikes. Census: 12 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

708

1890 50C MS66 NGC. Both sides of this Premium Gem are awash with pleasing luster, and each displays whispers of soft violet and orange patina, somewhat more so on the obverse. A well directed strike imparts strong delineation to the motifs. A few grade-consistent marks are undisturbing. Census: 7 in 66, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Seated Half Dollars

709

1862 50C PR64 NGC. The 1862 half in proof can be obtained with minimal difficulty through the near-Gem level of preservation. Gems are scarce and higher-grade pieces are elusive. Rich bluish-violet, golden-orange, and yellow-green patination bathes both sides, each of which is sharply struck and nicely preserved. Census: 58 in 64, 34 finer (9/09).

710

1864 50C PR62 PCGS. Variegated violet, gold, red, and silver-gray toning covers both sides of this resplendent specimen. The strike is razor-sharp, and there are minimal contact marks. An excellent piece for the grade. Only 470 proofs were struck.

711

1869 50C PR64 PCGS. A lightly toned and fully struck specimen that provides noticeable obverse cameo contrast, although the reverse field reflectivity is slightly muted. Only 600 proofs were issued. Population: 47 in 64, 16 finer (9/09).

712

1871 50C PR63 PCGS. Tobacco-brown and electric-blue colors invigorate the margins of this nicely struck and carefully preserved proof Seated half dollar. A scant 960 proofs were struck. Population: 35 in 63, 43 finer (9/09).
Ex: Harold Anderson Collection (Heritage, 6/2004), lot 484.

713

1874 50C Arrows PR65 NGC. WB-101, Small Arrows. This is the usual proof die, with small arrows much closer to the rim than to the rock. From a mintage of only 700 proof coins, this charming Gem offers pinkish-gray centers deepening to amber-gold and blue at the rims on each side. This piece appears high-end for the assigned grade. An admirable type coin. Census: 13 in 65, 7 finer (9/09).

714

1875 50C PR63 PCGS. This Select proof is sharply struck throughout and minimally abraded. The silver-gray surfaces are slightly cloudy, and a fingerprint remnant is visible in the left obverse field. Housed in a green label holder.

715

1875 50C PR65 PCGS. The year 1875 saw the resumption of the No Arrows, Motto half dollar type of 1866-1873. Only 700 proofs were made of this Reconstruction-era issue. Gems such as the present piece are elusive but occasionally seen, while Premium Gems are usually "as good as it gets." This piece displays the expected bold strike over golden-tinted surfaces. A splendidly preserved proof Seated half. Population: 21 in 65, 5 finer (9/09).

716

1876 50C PR64 PCGS. Type One Reverse. The speckled light gray reverse cedes to deep electric-blue, purple, and golden-tan patina clinging to the obverse margin, and a well executed strike imparts sharp detail to the design elements. Some faint pinscratches are concealed in the drapery. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Population: 31 in 64, 18 finer (9/09).

717

1879 50C PR64 NGC. Type One Reverse. Nearly untoned save for the slightest gold tint at the peripheries. Exquisitely struck and minimally marked. Census: 62 in 64, 59 finer (9/09).

718

1879 50C PR65 NGC. Type One Reverse. The obverse of this tantalizing Gem proof has dusky blue-green and peach toning framing a pale gray-gold center. The reverse adds deep lavender hues and enriches the color across the whole of the coin. Decisively struck and carefully preserved. Census: 30 in 65, 29 finer (9/09).

719

1881 50C PR67 NGC. Type Two Reverse. The year 1881 saw a mintage of 975 proof half dollars. Judging from NGC/PCGS population data a relatively large number of these have survived to the present day. Gems and Premium Gems are scarce, and finer coins such as this Superb Gem are quite rare. Bluish-purple patina covers the reverse, while cobalt-blue and lavender are confined to the margins of the obverse. Exquisitely struck with impeccably preserved surfaces. Census: 4 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).

720

1882 50C PR66 Cameo NGC. This fully brilliant and attractive Cameo proof is an amazing Premium Gem. Both sides are untoned and boldly defined, with pristine surfaces. The combination of deeply mirrored fields and highly lustrous devices pushes this piece extremely close to the Deep or Ultra Cameo designation. Census: 15 in 66 Cameo, 6 finer (9/09).

721

1884 50C PR64 Cameo PCGS. The 1884 half is memorable as the year with the lowest total production in the Seated Liberty series. Only 4,400 circulation strikes were produced plus another 875 proofs. For such a limited number of proof strikings, it is surprising that more Cameo proofs are not known. This piece has deeply reflective fields with strongly contrasting, frosted devices. Each side is mostly brilliant with just a hint of light golden present on the obverse. Population: 12 in 64 Cameo, 6 finer (9/09).

722

1886 50C PR63 PCGS. Freckles of grayish-tan color run over both sides of this Select proof. The design elements are exquisitely brought up and offer a degree of contrast with the fields at certain angles. Inoffensive wispy handling marks in the fields limit the grade.

723

1887 50C PR65 Cameo NGC. The top of the obverse and the bottom of the reverse suffer a little design weakness, but all remain details are sharp. The light peripheral gold and iridescent toning adds to the eye appeal of this otherwise brilliant silver proof. The date is infrequently seen with such pleasing contrast. Census: 25 in 65 Cameo, 23 finer (9/09).

Barber Half Dollars

724

1892-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Minimally abraded with needle-sharp definition on the high points. Only a slight muting of luster on the obverse seems to preclude Gem status on this desirable example, which hails from the less-saved first-year Barber half issue struck on the West Coast. Population: 34 in 64, 18 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

725

1893-O 50C MS64 PCGS. The lustrous surfaces offer original shades of golden-orange and purple, with flashes of turquoise at the margins. Softly struck, but the minute abrasions on Liberty's cheek are all that preclude an even finer designation. Population: 43 in 64, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

726

1895 50C MS65 PCGS. A minimally toned Gem with strong and swirling luster. The strike is bold, and only a single tiny mark at the lower shield and the nearby leg precludes and even finer designation. An excellent coin for the high-end Barber half collector. Population: 19 in 65, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

727

1897 50C MS65 PCGS. Ex: Duckor/Friend. This amazing Gem from the Dr. Duckor and Dale Friend Collections is a delightful representative of a date that is often considered common, yet is much scarcer than many of the later P-Mint issues, especially in Gem condition. Many years ago, the Coin Dealer Newsletter listed the key-date Barber coins with individual prices, and then grouped all the remaining coins into a single "common date" listing, typically starting with 1897 as the first of the so-called common dates. For that reason, dealers and collectors became used to calling such coins common, even though in many cases they were not so common. In July 1991, that publication's "Monthly Summary" was renamed "Monthly Supplement" and listings were expanded to include every issue. While current population data helps dispel the common date myth of certain issues, old habits remain, especially among the more experienced collectors.
An amazing strike and frosty mint luster are the attributes that first garner attention to this gorgeous coin. Both sides have an impeccable strike with virtually full detail in every aspect of the design motifs. Faint die cracks and minor clash marks add to its overall desirability. Population: 14 in 65, 21 finer (9/09).
Ex: Dr. Steven Duckor; Dale Friend #2 All-Time PCGS Registry Set of Barber Half Dollars (Heritage, 1/2009), lot 2934.(Registry values: N2998)

728

1903-O 50C MS63 PCGS. Deep gold, orange, rose, violet, and gray toning embraces this Select Barber half. Lovely luster for this New Orleans issue. Population: 24 in 63, 59 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

729

1904-S 50C VF35 PCGS. A lovely Choice VF example of this challenging and popular issue, one more elusive than its mintage of over half a million pieces might imply. Gold-gray toning on the obverse yields to deeper blue shadings over much of the reverse. Population: 7 in 35, 72 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

730

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 eight times over the past 16 years, and we have never offered a finer example. Population: 2 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).
Ex: Dr. Thaine B. Price (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 163.(Registry values: N7079)

731

1906-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Lovely milky-white toning covers the resplendent surfaces, with the occasional hint of tan color. Impressive luster shimmers throughout the fields and enhances the eye appeal. The strike is needle-sharp, and there are only a couple of insignificant handling marks. Like most San Francisco Barber halves, the 1906-S is challenging in high grades. Population: 32 in 64, 17 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

732

1906-S 50C MS64 PCGS. An elusive S-mint Barber half like so many in the series, the 1906-S is seldom seen in Gem condition. This admirable near-Gem boasts even pinkish-gray coloration throughout, with only a few minuscule abrasions that keep it from the Gem category. The obverse has a sharp strike, although minor roller marks appear over the horizontal shield lines on the reverse. Population: 32 in 64, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

733

1907-O 50C MS65 ICG. Well-defined with vibrant luster and carefully preserved surfaces. Rich orange-gold and iridescent peripheral toning surrounds soft ivory centers. An excellent New Orleans Mint Barber half dollar. Despite a high mintage, Gem examples of the 1907-O half dollar are elusive.(Registry values: N2998)

734

1908-O 50C MS64 NGC. A stunning New Orleans half dollar, this bright silver piece has satiny, prooflike fields with frosty devices. Both sides have slight cameo contrast. Although a plentiful date, it is rare in higher grades. Census: 38 in 64, 54 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

735

1910-S 50C MS64 PCGS. Original, pale pearl-gray toning adorns both sides, with a hint of russet on the reverse. The striking details are very good for a business strike Barber half, if not completely full on the eagle's talons and arrow feathers. Quite a challenging issue in Choice and better grades, despite a mintage of nearly 2 million pieces. Population: 19 in 64, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

736

1911 50C MS65 PCGS. The softly frosted mint luster retains most of the original brilliance, but there are numerous speckles of light russet-gray over each side and the margins show light toning. Each side is well-balanced in appearance, and the striking details are strong throughout. An attractive example of this late-date Barber half.(Registry values: N2998)

737

1911 50C MS65 NGC. A brilliant and sharply struck Gem, this 1911 Barber half dollar has satiny silver luster with faint champagne toning on each side. Well over 1 million 1911 half dollars were minted in Philadelphia, yet few survive in high grades. Census: 21 in 65, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

738

1911 50C MS65 NGC. Bright silver-white luster with a touch of tan clinging to the rims and visiting the obverse fields. This well struck Gem is minimally marked and decidedly attractive. Despite a mintage of over 1.4 million pieces, the 1911 half is elusive at the Gem level and a condition rarity any finer.(Registry values: N2998)

739

1915-S 50C MS67 ★ NGC. The 1915-D and 1915-S Barber halves are among the most common issues of the series in Mint State grades, perhaps because more were saved as the last of the line. But survivors tend to top out at the Gem level, and the few Superb Gems known are in a class of their own. This piece is one of only three numerically graded MS67 at NGC, and PCGS contributes only two more (9/09)--but this is the only coin with the coveted NGC Star designation. There are none finer at either service. Appearing as though it just fell from the presses, this enthralling coin is silver-white throughout and the fields show pronounced reflectivity. The satiny surfaces boast an impeccable strike (save for the right shield corner) and exemplary preservation. A piece that Registry Set collectors should give serious consideration to.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Barber Half Dollars

740

1892 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. The coinage of 1,245 proofs in 1892 was the highest for the Barber half dollar series. Many were saved as the first year of issue, evidenced by the several hundred examples encapsulated by NGC and PCGS. Excellent field motif contrast is apparent from various angles on this Superb Gem. Immaculately preserved surfaces exhibit sharply struck design features. Census: 24 in 67 Cameo, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

741

1895 50C PR64 NGC. A brilliant and highly lustrous near-Gem specimen. Moderate cameo contrast is observed on the reverse. The strike is razor-sharp, as one would expect from a proof, and there are only a couple of pin-sized contact marks. One of just 880 proofs struck.(Registry values: N1793)

742

1899 50C PR64 PCGS. The obverse has faint gold-gray overtones, while the reverse shows similar color only at the rims. Well-defined and strongly mirrored with only a few wispy hairlines on each side. Population: 55 in 64, 29 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

743

1902 50C PR64 PCGS. CAC. Light green-gold peripheral elements modify the chromelike reflectivity of this 20th century Barber proof from the dawn of the brilliant era. Modest hairlines contribute to the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

744

1905 50C PR65 NGC. Richly toned in electric-blue, magenta, and beige-gold, all of which predominate around the borders, leaving the centers nearly color free. An exquisite strike emboldens the design elements, which show some contrast with the reflective fields. A hair-thin mark is visible on Liberty's lower right cheek. Census: 31 in 65, 41 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

745

1909 50C PR63 PCGS. Iridescent lilac, sea-green, and golden-brown toning over both sides have prevented a cameo designation for this lovely proof. A few hair-thin slide marks on the cheek account for the grade. A scant 650 proofs were coined.(Registry values: N991)

746

1910 50C PR67 Cameo PCGS. Ex: Bruce Scher. Among business strike Barber half dollars of the Philadelphia Mint, the 1913 through 1915 issues are recognized as important rarities. What most collectors other than advanced specialists fail to recognize, however, are the rarity and importance of the 1910 half dollar issue. Four of the five lowest-mintage Barber half dollars were Philadelphia Mint productions. Those five issues include 1914, 1915, 1913, 1892-O, and 1910, from lowest- to highest-mintage.
How this applies to proof coins depends on your perspective. Many collectors working on high quality Barber half sets may elect to add a Gem proof example to fill the Philadelphia Mint holes, given the elusive nature of business strikes. This creates added demand for proofs, above the demand from collectors of just the proof issues. This remarkable example has exceptional contrast between its lustrous devices and deeply mirrored fields. The coloration is mostly pale gold, with deeper russet and blue near the borders. The surfaces are exceptional, with no blemishes of any kind. This Superb Gem Cameo proof is tied for finest certified by PCGS. Population: 3 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N4719)

747

1913 50C PR64 PCGS. Decisively struck with a chromelike gleam beneath a veil of pale cream-gray toning. A handful of tiny hairlines and pinpoint contact marks contribute to the grade. Population: 59 in 64, 42 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

748

1917-D 50C Obverse MS64 PCGS. Pleasingly detailed for this lower-mintage 1917-D variant. Strongly lustrous surfaces are primarily silver-gray with elements of tan, rose, and violet on the obverse and deep aqua-blue and lavender on the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

749

1917-D 50C Obverse MS66 PCGS. In addition to its status of one of two D-mint Obverse Mintmark issues in the Walking Liberty set, the 1917-D Obverse Mintmark is also a low-mintage production, made to the extent of only 765,400 coins. The present piece is tied with a small handful of other Premium Gems for the honor of finest certified at PCGS and NGC combined. Even Gem coins are highly elusive and seldom offered. This piece shows mostly untoned silver-white areas remaining on both sides, but there are crescents of intermingled amber and gold hugging the peripheries on both sides. Copious luster bursts forth, complementing a bold strike that encompasses a split thumb on Liberty and good articulation throughout. In particular, the eagle's trailing leg and Liberty's head are much bolder than normally seen, important bonuses for this remarkable coin. Population: 5 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

750

1917-D 50C Reverse MS64 PCGS. The mintmark on Walking Liberty Half Dollars moved from the obverse to the reverse during 1917, creating obvious varieties for those pieces minted in Denver and San Francisco. Although the 1917-D with obverse mintmark is marginally tougher to find in low grades, the variety with the reverse mintmark is markedly scarcer in Mint State. This piece features soft golden-brown toning over satin luster, with a relatively strong strike. A few marks on the obverse appear to determine the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

751

1917-S 50C Obverse MS64 PCGS. CAC. The CAC seal of approval joins with our own approbation of this marvelous silvery near-Gem. The strike is sharp on Liberty's split thumb, as well as on the head. Note the small leaves and their detailing on the wreath Liberty totes. This issue in so high a grade is quite elusive, and Gems are even more difficult. PCGS has certified only 39 coins finer than this high-end piece (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

752

1917-S 50C Obverse MS65 NGC. According to Jeff Ambio's recent reference on the series, the 1917-S Obverse and Reverse types are about equal in high-grade rarity, but the Obverse Mintmark style is about twice as rare in overall Mint State, due to the smaller number of lower-Mint State examples known. Ambio points out that no more than 60 examples exist in Gem and finer grades.
This Gem piece shows pinkish surfaces on both sides, with a peppering of toning flecks ranging from purple-gray to black. The reverse features a more complicated palette, predominantly pinkish with glints of mint, gold, and amber along with glimpses of luster. Despite the rather deep toning, the surfaces are remarkably clean for an issue that seldom comes so nice. The bold strike has produced a split thumb on Liberty, and only minor weakness appears on the eagle's right (facing) leg. Census: 23 in 65, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

753

1917-S 50C Reverse MS62 PCGS. According to Jeff Ambio (2008), the 1917-S Mintmark on Reverse is a "scarce-to-rare issue in all Mint State grades." This untoned piece boasts enticing satiny luster. The surfaces have scattered abrasions typical for the grade, but none merit individual mention. Well-struck save for the usual softness on Liberty's head and dress.(Registry values: N991)

754

1918-D 50C MS64 PCGS. Lightly variegated straw-gold patina endows this highly lustrous and carefully preserved near-Gem. As always, the branch hand lacks absolute detail, but the strike is undeniably above average. Although less conditionally rare than the 1919-D, the 1918-D is also difficult to acquire in Mint State.(Registry values: N2998)

755

1918-S 50C MS63 PCGS. Golden toning splashes over each side of this Select beauty, though on the reverse, the patina appears largely at the rims. Lustrous and well struck with slight, scattered abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

756

1918-S 50C MS64 NGC. Even though more than 10 million examples were struck of the 1918-S half, this is an issue that is rarely available in high grades. In fact, a relatively sharp MS64, such as this piece, is generally the finest a collector will have the opportunity to purchase. This is a strongly struck coin that has lovely, frosted mint luster. Each side is brilliant for the most part, except for a slight accent of golden at the margins.(Registry values: N1793)

757

1919-D 50C AU53 PCGS. Golden-gray patina is evident around the margins of this D-mint half that retains luster in the recessed areas. The design elements are generally well defined except for the usually seen weakly struck branch hand, head, and eagle's trailing leg. A handful of minute marks do not detract.(Registry values: N1793)

758

1920 50C MS64 PCGS. CAC. A charming near-Gem bathed in cartwheel sheen. The chestnut-gray toning is original and moderate. Sharply struck and impressively devoid of marks.(Registry values: N1793)

759

1920 50C MS64 NGC. Faint almond-gold patina adorns this crisply struck and thoroughly lustrous Choice Walking Liberty half. A few minor obverse field grazes are of little account.(Registry values: N1793)

760

1920-D 50C MS64 NGC. A desirable near-Gem example of this challenging Walker issue, softly struck as usual in the centers but with pleasing detail on the eagle's head. Both sides are largely silver-white with faint gold overtones. Beautifully lustrous with whispers of frostiness that complete the eye appeal. Census: 60 in 64, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

761

1929-D 50C MS65 NGC. Light chestnut toning graces this lustrous and minimally abraded Gem. The skirt lines are well struck, while the cheek and branch hand show moderate blending of detail. A low mintage issue.(Registry values: N1793)

762

1929-S 50C MS65 PCGS. CAC. The 1929-S half dollar is one of the more plentiful mintmarked issues in the early Walking Liberty series. That said, this exceptional Gem displays dazzling luster exuding from untoned, minimally abraded surfaces. Moreover, better-than-average detail occurs on the branch hand. Difficult to acquire above MS65.(Registry values: N1793)

763

1933-S 50C MS65 PCGS. Some collectors consider the 1933-S the last issue of the early series of Walkers while others consider it the first issue of the late series. Regardless, it is scarce in Gem or finer grades. The present example has full brilliance with sharp details and faint traces of pale gold toning. PCGS has only certified 80 finer examples (9/09). This piece is housed in a first generation holder.(Registry values: N2998)

764

1933-S 50C MS65 PCGS. The 1933-S Walking Liberty half dollar is a popular issue, distinguished by its status as the last before the (long) "short set" begins. Low-grade circulated coins are common, Gems much less so. This is a lovely silver-gray piece with copious satin luster and a full strike; a clear split thumb is visible without magnification. The details on Liberty's head and the eagle's trailing leg on the reverse are also remarkably vivid.(Registry values: N2998)

765

1934 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Magnificent canary-gold and jade-green patina consumes this lustrous and minimally abraded Superb Gem. Precisely struck and desirable. PCGS has graded just seven coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

766

1934 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Peach and jade-green dominate the left obverse. The remainder of this Superb Gem has similar toning, but is lighter in shade. Luster sweeps the unabraded and nicely struck surfaces.(Registry values: N1793)

767

1934 50C MS67 NGC. Fantastic flashy luster with eye appeal that can't be ignored. This sharply struck and dynamic Superb Gem has minimally toned centers framed by peach and green-gold patina. NGC has graded just eight numerically finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

768

1934 50C MS67 NGC. Faint olive-gold toning is prevalent and deepens slightly near the reverse periphery. Well struck and impressively smooth with an essentially immaculate obverse. Census: 92 in 67, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

769

1935-S 50C MS65 PCGS. A hint of golden patina visits this nicely struck Gem. Booming luster sweeps across fields that appear pristine save for faint grazes above the motto and a couple of minute ticks on the skirt.(Registry values: N1793)

770

1936 50C MS67 NGC. For the Walking Liberty half dollar enthusiast, this Superb Gem 1936 is a coin of great beauty and importance. Few finer pieces exist, and certainly none could have better eye appeal. It is frosty and lustrous with light champagne toning on each side. Census: 86 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

771

1936-D 50C MS67 PCGS. CAC. Both sides are immensely lustrous beneath light patina, lavender and blue over most of each side with dappled green-gold and orange-tan at parts of the rims. Exquisitely preserved with notable eye appeal. Aside from slight striking softness, this D-mint Walker is practically a study in perfection. Population: 22 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

772

1936-S 50C MS66 NGC. CAC. Brilliant and beautiful with vibrant luster and only inconsequential contact. The branch hand and upper skirt lines show blending of detail unavoidable for the issue. NGC has certified a mere 13 pieces finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

773

1937-S 50C MS66 PCGS. Strongly defined on the branch hand with bright silver-white luster. This carefully preserved Premium Gem has commanding eye appeal. PCGS has graded just 18 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

774

1938-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Light silver-gray and milky toning occupies the obverse and reverse. The design features are adequately struck. Several small abrasions occur on Liberty's gown.(Registry values: N1793)

775

1938-D 50C MS66 PCGS. Typically struck in that the branch hand shows a good amount of detail and the eagle's leg is somewhat weak. Lustrous surfaces show a few wisps of barely discernible light gold. Well preserved throughout.(Registry values: N1793)

776

1941-S 50C MS66 PCGS. Lustrous and beautiful with barely a whisper of golden toning. The strike is consistent with its San Francisco origins, but the preservation is outstanding. Regarded as the key to the 1941 to 1947 short set, as it scarcer in Mint State than the lower mintage issues that close out the series.(Registry values: N2998)

777

1941-S 50C MS66 PCGS. This fully brilliant and highly lustrous Premium Gem has a well struck head and a remarkably unabraded appearance. The skirt lines and branch hand are incomplete, as always for this better date S-mint issue.(Registry values: N2998)

778

1941-S 50C MS66 NGC. Bright luster envelops this Premium Gem S-mint Walker and a comparatively good strike leaves strong definition on the design elements, including partial detail on the branch hand. A hint of gold color occurs on the eagle, and a couple of light unobtrusive pinscratches are noted on the eagle's breast.(Registry values: N2998)

779

1941-S 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Traces of golden toning deny absolute brilliance, but this lustrous and beautifully preserved Premium Gem has an above average strike given its San Francisco origins. The key to the popular 1941 to 1947 short set.(Registry values: N2998)

780

1944-S 50C MS66 NGC. CAC. Large S. Frosty luster abounds with hints of peach and blue against otherwise silver-gray surfaces. Soft striking definition overall but outstanding eye appeal otherwise.(Registry values: N1793)

781

1944-S 50C MS67 NGC. Large S. The 1944-S is common in typical Mint State, but Superb Gems are extremely rare. The present lustrous piece commands such a lofty grade because it is virtually bereft of contact, and because the strike is decidedly above average for this usually mushy issue. In particular, the skirt lines are well defined. Lightly toned overall with autumn-gold and olive-green peripheral iridescence. Census: 5 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollars

782

1936 50C PR65 PCGS. CAC. The tiny mintage of the 1936 Walking Liberty half dollar was only 3,901 coins, and Gem examples are eagerly sought. This piece displays quicksilver surfaces, completely untoned. There is a surprising bit of field-device contrast, quite atypical of proofs of this era. A high-end coin for the assigned grade, with an excellent strike and lots of eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

783

1936 50C PR66 NGC. The 1936 was the first proof issue in the Walking Liberty half dollar series. A total of 3,901 pieces were struck, the lowest of the Walker proofs. The soft champagne-gold surfaces tinted with whispers of lavender and sky-blue yield a modicum of field-motif variance and are well preserved. Sharp detail is apparent on the design elements.(Registry values: N2998)

784

1936 50C PR66 NGC. Small silver-white cores that are brightly mirrored give way to generous swaths of champagne, green-gold, and blue peripheral toning. Crisply impressed and carefully preserved, a delightful specimen of this ever-popular first-year proof Walking Liberty issue. NGC has graded 77 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

785

1936 50C PR67 NGC. A carefully preserved Superb Gem specimen of this popular first-year issue, tied for numerically finest known to NGC (9/09). Both sides are profoundly mirrored beneath golden-tan toning that extends inward from the rims. The centers are untoned, with that area much broader and more obvious on the reverse.(Registry values: N4719)

786

1938 50C PR68 ★ NGC. The designer's initials are barely visible on this piece. Proof half dollars of 1938 are rare in this lofty level of preservation, even more so with the Star designation. Both sides display mild field-to-device contrast, though not enough to warrant a Cameo finish. Untoned, exquisitely struck, and impeccably preserved. Census: 7 in 68 ★ , 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

787

1939 50C PR67 ★ NGC. A stone-white Superb Gem of this scarce proof issue. Prominently mirrored, and the obverse motif displays a hint of cameo frost. The designer's monogram was engraved by hand on the reverse die, similar to the 1944-D Cherrypickers' variety.(Registry values: N991)

788

1939 50C PR68 NGC. Yellow-gold patination is slightly more extensive and deeper on the reverse, and both sides are accented with freckles of light brown and sky-blue. An exacting strike fully delineates the design features, and both faces are immaculately preserved. Census: 87 in 68, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

789

1939 50C PR68 NGC. Midway through the Walking Liberty half dollar's abbreviated proof run came the issue of 1939, just 8,808 pieces strong and the last half dollar issue to sport a four-figure mintage. This incredible PR68 specimen has watery fields beneath gold-gray patina that tends to the former color close to the rims.(Registry values: N1793)

790

1940 50C PR67 NGC. The 1940 is the first proof Walker with a mintage above 10,000 coins. This untoned, crisply struck and impeccably preserved piece is truly "superb."(Registry values: N1793)

791

1940 50C PR68 NGC. A wondrous type coin with a mintage of only 11,279 pieces. The fields of this piece are numismatically interesting as they display a combination of deep mirrors and a touch of slight mint frost. The mint frost actually seems to be from the heavy metal flow seen in the fields on each side. The surfaces are almost brilliant with just a bit of slight color around the margins. Exceptional quality.(Registry values: N2998)

792

1941 50C PR68 NGC. The initials have been polished off of this PR68 Walker, which is indicated by No "AW" on the insert. This exquisitely struck piece displays soft gold coloration imbued with tints of ice-blue, violet, and light orange. Both sides are near pristine. Census: 65 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

793

1941 50C PR68 NGC. No AW initials, and so indicated on the insert. A medley of soft orange, rose, sky-blue, apple-green, and violet patina resides on the luminous, well cared for surfaces of this Superb Gem. A well executed strike leaves virtually complete definition on the design elements. Census: 65 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

794

1942 50C PR68 NGC. Wonderfully detailed with impressive mirrors beneath rich and distinctive patina. The coin has an overall aura of gold and cream, with more opaque toning near the centers and greater translucency at the rims. There is also greater variety in the color at the margins, as evidenced by the green-gold elements above the eagle on the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

795

1942 50C PR68 NGC. The Mint still sold individual proof coins during the 1936-42 era, so the mintage of the Walking Liberty half dollar is 21,120, while the mintage of the Washington quarter from the same year is 21,123. This example of the last proof half dollar shows glints of gold and jade on both sides. As demanded of the grade, there are no visible distractions of any sort. NGC has certified only four coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

796

1942 50C PR68 NGC. The 1942 proof half is a logical choice for the type collector. It has the largest mintage in the seven-date series, but it is still small with only 21,120 pieces minted. This example is completely brilliant, and the fields are well mirrored on each side. An essentially flawless proof striking of this always-popular proof type coin.(Registry values: N1793)

Franklin Half Dollars

797

1953-S 50C MS67 NGC. A remarkable Superb Gem, well struck with lovely satin luster and pastel yellow-green color. Conditionally rare at this grade level, with none higher at either major service. Population: 5 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).
Ex: V.A. Everest Collection (Heritage, 7/2003), lot 8015; Mike Jacobson Collection (Heritage, 2/2005), lot 8264.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Franklin Half Dollars

798

1950 50C PR66 Cameo NGC. Moderately frosted devices stand out against the mirrored fields of this nicely preserved Franklin. Sharply defined as expected for a proof striking.(Registry values: N1793)

799

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.(Registry values: N1793)

800

1951 50C PR67 Cameo NGC. A pleasing Superb Gem with moderate contrast on each side. The mirrors are potent, as is the eye appeal. Neither NGC nor PCGS has graded a numerically finer Cameo example (6/09).(Registry values: N4719)

801

1956 50C Type Two PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC. Fantastically mirrored and virtually flawless. The rich frost across the boldly impressed devices lends this coin a stunning black-and-white appearance.(Registry values: P1)

Early Dollars

802

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves Fine 12 PCGS. B-5, BB-27, R.1. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II or possibly III; it is difficult to tell whether the die crack from the left stem actually reaches the rim. Deep russet-tan and silver-gray toning drapes each side of this attractive Fine coin, minimally abraded overall despite what must have been considerable time spent in circulation.(Registry values: N1793)

803

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. B-5, BB-27, R.1. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III, with the die crack from the left stem in the wreath extending to the rim. Dusky blue and gray-gold toning embraces each side of this attractive Three Leaves dollar, well-worn but with strong outlines of the major devices. Minimally abraded, hence the Fine 15 grade.(Registry values: N1793)

804

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Three Leaves AU50 NGC. B-5, BB-27, R.1. Die State II or III. A splendid example in a rather early die state. Bowers notes that about one in 20 examples of the variety exist without the reverse die crack, but our experience suggests that nearly every known specimen has a crack at that location. Sometimes, however, it is very light and nearly invisible after a slight amount of wear.
This splendid early dollar has lustrous ivory surfaces with splashes of steel-blue and iridescent toning, especially on the devices. A few faint lines and tiny abrasions are evident with careful examination, but they are of little significance.(Registry values: N4719)

805

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Two Leaves--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. B-2, BB-20, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II. The "bar" normally seen in the left obverse field has been lapped away, and the hair curls and stars are thinner. This piece has an unnatural orange and medium-gray complexion, with occasional patches of purple color. All of the details are clearly defined.(Registry values: P4)

806

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Two Leaves--Double Struck, Rotated Between Strikes, Graffiti--ANACS. VF30 Details. B-1, BB-21, R.2. This Flowing Hair dollar was struck twice by the dies. The coin rotated slightly between blows. The double strike effect is strongest on the right side stars and legends, and is also prominent on Liberty's profile and bust truncation. Toned deep walnut-brown and blue-green, which nearly conceals the pinscratch graffiti on the obverse. The left field appears to read "A Jones", the right field "SLAOPV". A small obverse rim ding at 5 o'clock barely merits mention.(Registry values: P4)

807

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Two Leaves--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. B-1, BB-21, R.2. Although cleaned and retoned, this steel-gray dollar is an attractive representative of the blundered date variety, with the 7 punched over a 1. Both sides of this piece have a few faint scratches and other minor abrasions that are masked by the toning.(Registry values: P4)

808

1795 $1 Flowing Hair, Silver Plug--Holed and Plugged--PCGS Genuine. B-7, BB-18, R.3. This unusual piece has a mint inserted silver plug at the center, a desirable representative of early minting techniques, and it has a hole that has been plugged at a much later date, an undesirable post mint defect. The surfaces have light abrasions, and medium to dark gray color. The existing details are approximately at the VF level.(Registry values: P4, N4)

809

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Centered VF25 PCGS. B-15, BB-52, R.2. The Centered Bust variety of the 1795 Draped Bust dollar, housed in a green label holder, with rich brown toning over lighter silver surfaces. Typical surface abrasions can be seen on each side of this piece, but none are of any particular consequence. A pleasing piece for the type or date collector.(Registry values: N2998)

810

1795 $1 Draped Bust, Off Center VF20 NGC. B-14, BB-51, R.2. The highest wave of hair is under the B of LIBERTY. Light to medium intensity grayish-rose, gold, and bluish-violet patination bathes both sides and the design elements are well defined for the numeric grade. Perhaps the most outstanding feature of this specimen is the remarkably clean surfaces for a coin having seen moderate circulation.(Registry values: P3)

811

1796 $1 Small Date, Large Letters VF25 PCGS. CAC. B-4, BB-61, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State I. Incorrectly certified by PCGS as a Small Letters variety. Golden-brown and cream-gray embrace this completely problem-free early silver type coin. The central devices display wear consistent with the grade, yet traces of luster cling to the letters and stars. The reverse border exhibits a few faint adjustment marks, as coined.(Registry values: P4)

812

1796 $1 Small Date, Large Letters VF35 PCGS. CAC. B-4, BB-61, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II. A charming olive-gray Choice VF Small Eagle dollar that lacks the distracting marks often associated with this highly popular early silver type. The eagle's wings and Liberty's hair have ample detail, and the strike is consistent throughout.(Registry values: P4)

813

1797 $1 10x6 Stars, Large Letters XF40 NGC. B-3, BB-71, R.2. Ten stars to the left and six to the right is a diagnostic characteristic that identifies the variety. All 1797 silver dollars are elusive, especially in higher circulated grades. Remnants of luster linger on the light silver surfaces, especially on the reverse, with ivory toning on the high points. Central design weakness results from the prominent adjustment marks at the center of the reverse.(Registry values: P4)

814

1797 $1 10x6 Stars, Large Letters XF40 PCGS. B-3, BB-71, R.2. As one of three die varieties known for the date that are each a separate Guide Book entry, this dollar will prove popular with a wide range of collectors. Attractive gray-gold and lilac surfaces are void of any significant imperfections.(Registry values: P4)

815

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 VG8 NGC. B-12, BB-120, R.4. Though extensively worn, this is nonetheless a pleasing example of a very scarce die pair. Deep gunmetal-blue, violet, and gold-gray shadings mingle on each side. Save for the eagle's head and the hollow of the portrait, the major details are clear.(Registry values: N991)

816

1798 $1 Large Eagle, Pointed 9 VF35 PCGS. B-8, BB-125, R.2. This variety only has four berries in the branch, missing the upper inside berry, and that feature alone is diagnostic. An attractive piece, it has light silver-gray on the high points, with deeper gray in the fields, and peripheral iridescent toning.(Registry values: N1793)

817

1798 $1 Large Eagle, 10 Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. B-6, BB-96, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II, without the die crack that indicates State III. A scarce variety with a Knob 9 obverse and a 5 Stripes in Shield, 10 Arrows reverse. Moderately worn with luminous and hairlined surfaces from a past cleaning.(Registry values: P1)

818

1799 $1 7x6 Stars Fine 15 PCGS. B-11, BB-161, R.3. Incorrectly designated as an Irregular Date variety by PCGS. A gunmetal-gray Bust dollar with smooth and slightly glossy surfaces. The reverse has tiny rim dings at 4 and 7 o'clock. The last stand of the hardy reverse die, which previously coined three Bolender varieties (B-16, B-23, B-12) but now displays a prominent horizontal break from the rim to the beak.(Registry values: N1793)

819

1799 $1 7x6 Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. B-10, BB-163, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State I with no reverse die cracks. The fields and devices are stone-white and a bit bright from cleaning, but the borders have retoned in tan and gunmetal-blue shades. Light pinscratches through STATES, and moderately granular near the date.(Registry values: N1793)

820

1799 $1 7x6 Stars XF40 PCGS. B-17, BB-164, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II. This impressive Draped Bust dollar has considerable shimmering luster. The cheek and drapery exhibit moderate wear, as does the eagle's head and banner, but the only remotely reportable mark is a minor obverse rim ding at 12 o'clock.(Registry values: N1793)

821

1799 $1 7x6 Stars XF40 ANACS. B-5, BB-157, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State III. Dusky stone-gray, ocean-blue, and golden-brown bathes this lightly abraded Heraldic Eagle dollar. Luster glints from the borders and wings, and the surfaces appear only mildly granular when inspected beneath a loupe.(Registry values: N1793)

822

1799 $1 7x6 Stars XF45 NGC. B-17, BB-164, R.2. There are five extremely large berries on the olive branch, the point of a star enters eagle's mouth, and a crack extends from the middle of U through the bottoms of NITE. Golden-gray surfaces are blushed with traces of sky-blue. This is a well defined minimally marked piece.(Registry values: N1793)

823

1799 $1 7x6 Stars AU55 NGC. B-9, BB-166, R.1. Bowers-Borckardt Die State IV. The well-known "Apostrophe" variety, named for the vertical die break after the second S in STATES. This example is deep golden-brown and gunmetal-gray with the lightest toning at the obverse center. Impressively bereft of abrasions, and luster fills the peripheries and devices. Liberty's cheek and shoulder displays light wear corresponding to the Choice AU level. A wonderful example of this widely collected early crown-sized silver type.(Registry values: N2998)

824

1799/8 $1 15 Stars Reverse--Reverse Scratched--NCS. AU Details. B-3, BB-141, R.2. A trace of the 8 is visible beneath the second 9 in the date, identifying the obverse. The reverse is easily distinguished by the two extra stars that are partially hidden by clouds 1 and 8. Pale dust-gray patina envelops both sides, with a light brown hue on the high points. A small "X" has been scratched into the reverse to the right of the eagle's head, and there are several other, more shallow scratches nearby. Still, a well-defined example of this interesting variety.(Registry values: N2998)

825

1799/8 $1 13 Stars Reverse VF35 PCGS. B-1, BB-142, R.4. A scarce overdate variety that will garner considerable bidder attention for its pleasing medium to dark gray toning with lighter gray high points. Minor surface marks are expected and of no concern. The reverse of this specimen has a number of die cracks, the usual die state.(Registry values: P1)

826

1799 $1 Irregular Date, 13 Stars Reverse MS63 PCGS. B-15, BB-152, R.3. Bowers Die State IV. The Irregular Date variety with 13 Stars on the reverse is an important major Guide Book variety, and this die combination, struck from a reverse that was previously used in 1798, is the only one of its kind for 1799. The latest die states with extensive cracks on both sides is the most commonly encountered die state of the variety. The present example is extraordinary for its quality, and ranks among the finest known. Dave Bowers wrote in 1993: "Most examples of 1799 BB-152 are in lower grades. Any coin grading AU or better is especially notable. Only a few Mint State coins are known."
In the Bowers -Borckardt reference, one notable specimen was called MS60, another was called AU55, and three others were called AU50. The Cardinal Collection contained an MS64 PCGS example, and that coin was called "the finest known example by a considerable margin." That coin is the MS60 piece from the Notable Specimens list, and now resides in the Hesselgesser Collection. It seems that the present example is the second finest known, and nearly equal to the other Mint State piece.
This piece has shimmering, satiny luster beneath deep steel toning with traces of lilac and gold. Slight weakness is noted on the high points, but the remaining design elements are boldly defined. It is a thoroughly pleasing and attractive example, and ranks among the major early dollar offerings of the past several years.(Registry values: P1)

827

1800 $1 XF40 PCGS. B-13, 18, BB-193, R.2. This is the late die state that was formerly known as B-18, and considered to be quite plentiful. Heavy clash marks are present, and the obverse has a die bulge at about 2 o'clock, causing weakness at RI of AMERICA. The surfaces have natural deep golden-gray toning with hints of lilac and blue in the fields.(Registry values: N1793)

828

1800 $1 Wide Date, Low 8 AU53 PCGS. B-10, BB-190, R.3. This distinct Guide Book variety has an extremely wide date, with the 8 much lower than other digits. The obverse exists with a normal reverse as on this example, and also with the AMERICAI reverse of B-11, BB-191. This pleasing and sharply defined medium gray-gold example is close to the Condition Census for the variety.(Registry values: P1)

829

1800 $1 Dotted Date AU55 PCGS. B-14, BB-194, R.3. A splendidly detailed representative of this popular Guide Book variety. Golden-brown and stone-gray enrich partly lustrous borders and devices. The reverse is unabraded, and the obverse has a smattering of minor marks, a thin line above the ribbon, and two subtle ocean-blue spots on the bust tip and left neck curls. Population: 3 in 55, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

830

1800 $1 12 Arrows XF45 NGC. B-17, BB-196, R.1. Die State II. Pleasingly original, both sides are evenly toned in medium tan-gray shades. We are unable to find any singularly distracting abrasions. In fact, there are few blemishes of any kind, and the well centered strike retains overall bold definition despite a little light rub. A plentiful die marriage, this coin would make a lovely Choice XF representative of either the date or the type.(Registry values: P1)

831

1802/1 $1 Narrow Date VF35 PCGS. B-4, BB-232, R.3. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II, with die crack on the bust close to star 13. This Choice VF survivor has much to recommend it; glimpses of luster remain in the fields, and the intense gunmetal-blue and silver-gray peripheral toning lightens considerably at the centers. Great eye appeal for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

832

1802/1 $1 Wide Date Fine 12 NGC. B-3, BB-234, R.3. A lightly toned pearl-gray and sun-gold example that has minor granularity near the E in STATES and only a couple of moderate marks, neither worthy of individual description. All letters in E PLURIBUS UNUM are at least partly readable, and most are bold.(Registry values: P1)

833

1802 $1 Narrow Date VF30 NGC. B-6, BB-241, R.1. The 1802 Normal Date variety with a broken T in LIBERTY ranks among the most plentiful of all early dollar varieties, making it one of the best candidates for a type collector. An attractive light gray example, this dollar has traces of champagne toning along the borders.(Registry values: N1793)

834

1803 $1 Large 3 XF40 PCGS. B-6, BB-255, R.2. Bowers-Borckardt Die State II. A rich blanket of cream-gray toning fails to conceal the glimpses of bright luster that emerge from the letters, stars, and other design elements. Surprisingly unabraded despite a small rim nick above the second S in STATES. B-6, the sole Large 3 die variety, presumably constituted the early 1804 delivery that decades later led the U.S. Mint to strike novodel 1804 dollars.(Registry values: P2)

Gobrecht Dollars

835

1836 P$1 Name on Base, Judd-60 Restrike, Pollock-65, R.5--Plugged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Silver. Die Alignment IV (center of Liberty's head opposite the right side of F in OF. These pieces are believed to be later restrikes, as they show no scribe line in the denticles and increased spacing between the denticles from die lapping. The plug was expertly filled and there is barely a trace left on the obverse of the repair. On the reverse the O in OF appears different from the O in ONE, a bit more pronounced than the other letters. There also is a slightly dished area to the left of the date that may have been worked on as well. The surfaces were cleaned, which helps conceal the repair that was done. The surfaces are mostly brilliant with a slight gray patina, and there is even wear over the high points.

Seated Dollars

836

1842 $1 AU55 NGC. Minor wear on the high points has left the mildly reflective luster of the pale gray fields largely intact. Strong visual appeal for this earlier Seated dollar issue.(Registry values: N991)

837

1843 $1 AU58 NGC. Deep orange and rose shadings consume each side of this scarcely worn early Seated dollar. Well-defined with just a hint of rub and an abrasion to the left of star 12 on the obverse.(Registry values: N991)

838

1845 $1 MS61 NGC. An attractively lustrous example of this pre-Civil War Seated dollar date, pleasing thanks to above-average definition (excepting the softest of the stars on the obverse). Though numerous tiny marks and a few more obvious abrasions preclude a finer designation, the eye appeal is strong for an MS61 coin. Census: 7 in 61, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

839

1846-O $1 XF45 PCGS. A dusky stone-gray Choice XF example of this introductory New Orleans silver dollar issue. Well defined with glimmers of luster in the designs. The right obverse has an occasional unimportant mark.(Registry values: N991)

840

1846-O $1 AU58 NGC. The first New Orleans Mint silver dollar, the 1846-O had a mintage of 59,000 coins, sufficient that enough have survived to meet the demands of collectors. However, the mintage was also small enough that there is clearly no surplus of pieces on the market. This piece has considerable silver luster with light gray toning over satiny surfaces. Census: 29 in 58, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

841

1847 $1 AU58 ICG. Blended golden-brown and sea-green toning embraces this deeply toned and slightly glossy near-Mint No Motto Seated dollar. Sharply struck and uncommonly free from marks.(Registry values: N991)

842

1848 $1 AU50 PCGS. Just 15,000 1848 silver dollars were coined, and survivors are predictably scarce. This lightly circulated piece appears stone-gray at direct angles, but reveals gold, rose, and aqua tints once rotated beneath a light.(Registry values: N1793)

843

1849 $1 MS63 NGC. Impressive eye appeal for this mid-19th century issue. The luster is strong, and whispers of golden toning grace the margins. Central detail is crisp, though the peripheral elements show trifling softness, and though a handful of wispy abrasions are present in the fields, the surfaces are devoid of overt flaws. Census: 15 in 63, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

844

1850 $1 AU58 NGC. Although exhibiting the usual minor abrasions that are typical on these early Seated dollars, this delightful piece has reflective fields. The obverse has intermingled gold and blue toning while the reverse is brilliant. The hair detail and the top of the left facing wing are each a trifle weak, but all other design elements are sharp. The specialist will recognize the importance of this opportunity. Census: 30 in 58, 30 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

845

1850-O $1 AU55 NGC. Deep gold and lavender-gray toning shows small spots of charcoal on the reverse of this scarcely worn O-mint Seated dollar. The strike is decidedly above-average, and the fields remain attractively luminous beneath the patina. One of just 40,000 pieces coined. Census: 19 in 55, 32 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

846

1850-O $1 AU58 NGC. Only 40,000 silver dollars were coined at the New Orleans Mint in 1850, with a small percentage surviving today. This scarce date is usually only found in circulated grades, XF or lower. A near-Mint piece is a true surprise. This satiny example has silver-gray surfaces with splashes of gold toning. Census: 18 in 58, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

847

1853 $1 MS63 PCGS. The production total for the 1853 Seated dollar was smallish even by the modest standards of the series, and most of the certified examples are in the AU-Choice AU grade range, although Mint State pieces can occasionally be found up to MS64. Gems are rare. This piece has silver-gray surfaces predominating, with streaky pinkish-gray and gold toning. Minor strike weakness appears on each side, but there are few singular abrasions. Population: 26 in 63, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

848

1855 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. The 1855 is a rare issue in all grades. The luster is a muted by deep pinkish-gray coloration that obscures the hairlines. A few stray abrasions and light wear are present as expected from a brief period in circulation. The strike is boldly impressed, with good detailing on all star centrils and Liberty's head.(Registry values: N2998)

849

1856 $1 MS60 NGC. A rarity in the series of circulation strike Seated dollars, despite a seemingly high mintage of 63,500 coins. NGC, for example, has only certified 14 examples in all Mint State grades. This lustrous dollar has bright silvery-gray surfaces with a few scattered marks that are consistent with the grade. Census: 3 in 60, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

850

1856 $1 MS62 PCGS. Mint State Seated Liberty dollars from the 1850s, through 1857, are all elusive regardless of the date or grade. This issue is no exception, and in Mint State grades it is an important rarity. Mint records indicate that 63,500 examples were produced, although most entered circulation or were exported. Very few survive in the higher grades. In fact, PCGS and NGC have combined to certify just 32 examples in MS60 or finer grades, a total that includes resubmissions. This is an extremely important opportunity for the advanced collector to obtain this issue. The surfaces have satiny luster beneath pale gold toning. Only a few small blemishes are visible. The design elements are somewhat weakly developed, which may be the reason that the grade of this example is not higher. In particular, the upper obverse and lower reverse are quite softly defined. Of course, it is not possible to be too choosy when looking for an example of this date.(Registry values: N2998)

851

1859 $1 MS63 PCGS. The 1859 Seated dollar had a relatively plentiful mintage of more than a quarter-million pieces, but it is scarcer than that figure might imply and grows conditionally rarer in the higher Mint State grades. This piece shows a pinkish-gold-tinged reverse, with a color-free obverse wedge complementing a larger area of deeper lilac and mauve. A few minor high-point abrasions are in keeping with the Select grade. Population: 15 in 63, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

852

1859-O $1 AU58 NGC. Steel-blue, rose-gray, and silver elements combine on each side of this still-lustrous near-Mint representative. Well struck with rub largely restricted to the highest design elements.(Registry values: N991)

853

1860-O $1 MS61 PCGS. A lightly toned Uncirculated Seated dollar from the dwindling days of the antebellum South. Lustrous and boldly struck with fewer field marks than is normally associated with the grade. One thin mark is concealed within the reverse shield. A hoard has made the '60-O available by No Motto standards.(Registry values: N1793)

854

1870 $1 MS62 PCGS. This fully brilliant 1870 Seated Liberty silver dollar has satiny obverse luster and frosty reverse luster with excellent design definition on both sides. There is no evidence of toning on either side. The date is reasonably available, although Mint State examples are elusive. Population: 21 in 62, 44 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

855

1870-CC $1 --Scratched, Cleaned--ANACS. XF45 Details. Breen-5485, "rare." Variety 1-A. The mintmark is closely spaced. A mildly worn example of this initial Carson City silver dollar issue. Though a horizontal scratch crosses the left obverse and the orange-tinged gray surfaces are bright from a past cleaning, the eye appeal remains strong.(Registry values: N1793)

856

1870-CC $1 AU55 NGC. Variety 2-E. With likely more than a dash of poetic license, Rusty Goe describes the mintage of the first CC-mint Seated dollars: "A month later, on February 10, 1870, it was time for the sound of the coin press to finally roar and from morning until night that big 12-ton Morgan and Orr clanged out 2,303 new 1870-CC Seated Liberty silver dollars. [Mint Superintendent Abraham] Curry had already planned out who the first coin was going to be reserved for: the number one citizen in the United States, President Ulysses S. Grant."
This Choice AU survivor could be from that first day's mintage, as only 12,462 pieces were coined in all. This piece shows only light wear on the high points of the deep gray-green surfaces, with no singular abrasions and good eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

857

1870-CC $1 MS61 PCGS. Variety 1-A. Closely spaced CC. In 1870 the new branch mint at Carson City, Nevada, began producing coins, striking quarters, half dollars, silver dollars, half eagles, eagles, and double eagles. All are rarities, although the mintage of Seated dollars reached 11,758 coins, and that total was sufficient to permit today's collectors a chance at one of the surviving examples. This specimen, a splendid Mint State coin, has fully reflective fields on both sides, with sharp design details. The surfaces are lightly abraded, consistent with the grade, and the toning is somewhat irregular although still attractive. Population: 1 in 61, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

858

1871 $1 AU55 PCGS. Deep green-gold and sage shadings mingle on each side of this Choice AU Seated dollar. Two dots of deeper toning appear on the obverse, one just below the liberty cap and the other above the visible corner of the shield. Lustrous and minimally abraded for the grade.(Registry values: N991)

859

1871 $1 AU58 PCGS. Light tan-brown toning visits the borders of this well struck and typically abraded near-Mint Seated dollar. The devices are frosty, and luster also fills the legends.(Registry values: N991)

860

1871 $1 MS62 PCGS. The fields of this With Motto dollar display some prooflike tendencies, resulting in mild field-motif contrast. Whispers of light golden-tan patina are slightly more evident on the obverse. While some 1871s reveal weakness, this example is generally well struck. Light marks define the grade.
From The Volunteer Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

861

1871 $1 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Softly lustrous overall with generally silver-gray surfaces that show a touch of golden-tan. The strike is crisp, and though a few wispy abrasions affect the fields, the general visual appeal remains attractive. A worthy example of this later Seated dollar issue.(Registry values: N1793)

862

1872-S $1 XF45 PCGS. Light tan patination resides on the semiluminous surfaces of this Choice XF dollar, and the design features retain a good amount of detail, save for the usual strike softness on Liberty's head and on some of the stars. A few minor rim dings are barely noticeable. Attractive overall. Population: 23 in 45, 51 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

863

1872-S $1 AU58 PCGS. The fields of this near-Mint State specimen are semiprooflike, as often seen on the issue. Soft champagne-tan patina covers each side, and the design features are well defined, better so than often seen; only the hair atop Liberty's head is soft. None of the light circulation marks are worthy of individual mention. Population: 3 in 58, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Seated Dollars

864

1863 $1 PR64 PCGS. Business strike 1863 Seated dollars are seldom offered in today's market, particularly in Mint State. As such, high quality proofs are prized among silver dollar date collectors. This is a gorgeous near-Gem with dominant cobalt-blue and steel-gray toning that coats each side. A few minor surface imperfections are noted, but only visible under close examination. Crisply detailed, as befits a specimen striking, with uniform reflectivity throughout. Population: 36 in 64, 12 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

865

1866 $1 Motto PR63 Cameo PCGS. Both sides of this Select proof show considerable contrast, but it is on the reverse where the cameo effect is at its best. Gold-gray and violet shadings in various strengths suffuse each side, partly camouflaging the wispy hairlines and occasional contact marks that determine the grade. Population: 11 in 63 Cameo, 24 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

866

1866 $1 Motto PR64 Cameo NGC. An absolutely stunning Cameo proof with deeply mirrored silver fields and lustrous white devices. There is no evidence of toning on either side. Every design element throughout is fully and sharply delineated. Census: 20 in 64 Cameo, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

867

1869 $1 PR62 ANACS. One of just 600 proofs struck, crisply detailed with strong mirrors beneath beautiful and intriguing toning. A gold-gray base gives way to patches of orange and blue-green. Assorted hairlines partly hidden by the toning account for the grade assigned. Housed in a pre-Amos Press ANACS holder.(Registry values: N1793)

Trade Dollars

868

1873-CC T$1 XF45 PCGS. Deep cream-gray toning embraces this challenging date Carson City Trade dollar. Considerable design detail remains despite moderate wear on the drapery and other highpoints. Neither side displays consequential contact.(Registry values: N991)

869

1873-CC T$1 XF45 PCGS. This pearl-gray representative has nearly unblemished surfaces. Wear is concentrated on the drapery and knees. A difficult Carson City issue, second in importance to only the 1878-CC aside from the proof-only dates.(Registry values: N991)

870

1874 T$1 MS64 PCGS. Period after FINE. Most of the 987,100 Philadelphia Mint Trade dollars coined in 1874 were shipped to China to fulfill their intended purpose. This issue is seen with counterstamps more often than any other date. The present coin is sharply struck, with fine detail on the hair and eagle's claw. Deep gray toning covers the surfaces on both sides. Fewer than average handling marks are evident for the grade. Population: 24 in 64, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

871

1875-CC T$1 AU55 PCGS. Type One Reverse. A scarcely worn example of this Carson City Trade dollar issue. Faint golden patina graces still-lustrous surfaces that show light abrasions. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N491)

872

1875-S T$1 MS62 PCGS. CAC. Type One Reverse, Large S. Caramel-gold, steel-blue, and cream-gray adorn the lustrous fields of this silver type coin. Inexactness of strike is limited to Liberty's hair and the eagle's right (facing) claw. Wispy marks on the obverse field determine the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

873

1875-S T$1 MS65 NGC. Type Two Reverse. Large S. Soft champagne-gold, reddish-gold, and ice-blue patina runs over the highly lustrous surfaces of this Gem S-mint Trade dollar. The design elements are well struck save for the usual weakness in Liberty's hair and the eagle's right (facing) claw. A few light grade-consistent marks are not disturbing. Census: 34 in 65, 6 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N4719)

874

1876-S T$1 Chop Mark MS62 PCGS. Type One Obverse and Reverse. Large S. This lustrous representative has delicate gold toning and appears free from marks aside from five chop marks, which cause a slight bend near 900 FINE.

875

1876-S T$1 MS62 PCGS. Type One Obverse and Reverse. Large S. An uncommonly well struck example with good luster and brilliant surfaces. The major devices are pleasingly free of abrasions, but the fields are lightly scuffed as is appropriate for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

876

1876-S T$1 MS62 NGC. Type One Obverse and Reverse. Large S. This lustrous and nicely struck example is richly toned in golden-brown and apple-green. The reverse field displays a lengthy cursive pinscratch that does not affect how the coin displays.(Registry values: N1793)

877

1877-S T$1 MS61 NGC. Large S. Peripheral olive-gray elements, present on each side but strongest as a crescent at the upper right reverse rim, counterbalance the faint patina present elsewhere. Pleasingly lustrous and solidly struck for the issue.(Registry values: N991)

878

1877-S T$1 MS63 PCGS. Large S. The 1877-S mintage of more than 9.5 million coins was the heyday of the Trade dollar, struck in the year before the new Morgan silver dollars made them irrelevant and spelled their eventual demise. This appealing Select piece would make a superior choice for a type set, with deep golden-gray surfaces that offer plenty of radiant luster and a bold strike. Light contact marks account for the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

879

1877-S T$1 MS64 PCGS. Large S. The Trade dollar saw its greatest mintages in 1877, including more than 9.5 million pieces struck at San Francisco, but business strikes of the denomination would end the next year. This MS64 piece is ideal for the type collector. It is pleasingly detailed with dramatically flashy fields and just a touch of gold-gray toning over each side.(Registry values: N2998)

880

1878-CC T$1 XF40 PCGS. The Trade dollar issue was made irrelevant when the Morgan dollar was introduced. The mintage of the 1878-CC Trade issue is reported as 97,000 coins, but most of them are thought to have been melted, making this the most elusive business strike overall. Examples are in demand in all circulated and Mint State grades. This XF piece offers silver-white surfaces with just a hint of color, and there are no mentionable distractions. Population: 21 in 40, 68 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Trade Dollars

881

1874 T$1 PR64 PCGS. Light silver-gray patina of varying opacity drapes the strongly mirrored fields of this Choice proof. The strike is bold, and the ample frost on the devices hints at what must have been considerable contrast. A few faint hairlines account for the grade. Population: 40 in 64, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

882

1879 T$1 PR65 Cameo NGC. Lavish reflectivity turns the fields into dark, watery pools. The central devices are richly frosted. All of the design elements are struck with razor-sharp precision, which gives this Gem proof a much finer overall appearance than the average business strike Trade dollar (from earlier years), even at the same grade level. The surfaces are impressively preserved on both sides.(Registry values: N4719)

883

1880 T$1 PR50 PCGS. This untoned proof-only Trade dollar briefly found its way into circulation, but luster nonetheless fills the drapery, plumage, and legends. Close to untoned with a hint of golden-gray near the rims. Small field marks are present but none distract.(Registry values: N1)

884

1880 T$1 PR60 PCGS. Strongly struck with peripheral olive elements against the uniform silver-gray luster present elsewhere. Numerous hairlines and a few contact marks run through the fields. From a proof-only issue.(Registry values: N1793)

885

1880 T$1 PR63 PCGS. CAC. At first it seems counterintuitive to have a PR63 with a CAC sticker. But when one examines this coin it is easy to understand. There are slight hairlines, but they are light and wispy not heavy and noticeable. The fields show deep reflectivity and the devices are nicely frosted, but not quite enough to warrant a Cameo designation. A pale overlay of rose patina is seen over each side.(Registry values: N1793)

886

1880 T$1 PR64 Cameo PCGS. The years 1879 through 1883 marked the "regular-issue" proof-only Trade dollars, as the fabulously rare 1884 and 1885 dates appear to be later clandestine "inside jobs." The 1880 had a proof mintage of 1,987 pieces. This near-Gem shows a generous amount of the desirable "silver-on-black" appearance, if a touch short of that required for a Deep Cameo label. A few light field hairlines account for the grade. Population: 44 in 64 Cameo, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

887

1881 T$1 PR64 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder, this proof-only 1881 Trade dollar is an exceptional example for the grade. The obverse is mostly brilliant silver, with a frame of deep blue, violet, and gold. The reverse has a lighter frame of pale gold. The fields are deeply mirrored with lustrous devices. This piece is a full cameo example, although certified prior to the PCGS addition of such designations.(Registry values: N2998)

888

1881 T$1 PR64 Cameo PCGS. The few hairlines that are present in the obverse fields seem less prominent by the presence of milky patina that also serves to dilute the boldness of the obverse contrast, but the reverse is completely untoned and displays impressive contrast. The strike is bold and just a bit of pastel-golden color is seen on the reverse. Flashy and reflective.(Registry values: N2998)

889

1882 T$1 PR63 Cameo PCGS. A stunning Cameo proof, this 1882 Trade dollar has light champagne toning over fully and deeply mirrored fields, with frosty and lustrous devices that exhibit every individual design element. Although finer numerical pieces exist, few can match the overall eye appeal of this dollar. Population: 26 in 63 Cameo, 37 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

890

1882 T$1 PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. A wonderful exemplar with fantastic field-to-device contrast that is unaffected by the pale cream toning that surrounds the peripheral devices and extends inward on the reverse. The central designs are wonderfully frosted, and only a few tiny faults are visible in the fields. Population: 10 in 65 Deep Cameo, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

Proof Indian Cents

891

1860 1C Indian Cent PR65 NGC. CAC (Gold Label). A magnificent example of this first year for the Indian cent design in regular production (after innumerable patterns). The fields are remarkably reflective, especially on the reverse where the color is a couple of shades lighter. The surfaces have a rich red patina that deepens around the margins and also shows occasional hints of lime green. The strike is full in all areas and there are no mentionable or observable flaws. The gold sticker speaks volumes about the quality of this copper-nickel cent. Out of a total of 19 CAC-certified 1860 proof cents, only seven have been given a CAC sticker with four in a higher grade (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Three Cent Silver

892

1860 3CS Three Cent Silver PR65 NGC. CAC (Green Label). Breen lists the three cent silver proofs of this date as having a mintage of 1,000 pieces, but after melting only 538+ are believed known. The date is heavily punched into the die, as on all proofs of this date. The surfaces are essentially free from post-striking defects, but do show a couple of shallow planchet flakes on the obverse and slight weakness on the laurel leaves on the reverse. The fields are deeply mirrored and each side has deep sea-green toning with slight accents of rose.(Registry values: N2998)

Proof Seated Half Dimes

893

1860 H10C Seated Half Dime PR65 NGC. CAC (Gold Label). Similar to the three cent silver, 1,000 proofs were struck but only 535+ are believed to have survived after melting at year's end. This year marked the beginning of a new design for the half dime and dime, and proofs are a significant acquisition for type collectors. Close examination of this piece reveals why it merits a gold CAC sticker. The surfaces are essentially perfect, and frankly the coin appears undergraded. Even beneath the golden-rose and cobalt-blue toning on each side, there is a noticeable cameo contrast--while probably not strong enough to merit designation as such, it certainly adds an element of eye appeal.(Registry values: P2)

Proof Seated Dimes

894

1860 10C Seated Dime PR66 NGC. CAC (Green Label). Breen-3318, the "Five Lines" shield. The Legend Obverse and "Cereal Wreath" reverse was first introduced on dimes and half dimes in 1860. Again, Mint Director Snowden overestimated public enthusiasm for proofs from this year and it is believed that 527+ were sold with the remainder melted. This is a lovely coin that has taken on several layers of deep blue and rose toning, and yet the mirrored fields flash forcefully through the coloration. The grade effectively communicates the quality of the coin with no obvious post-striking problems on either side.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Seated Quarters

895

1860 25C Seated Quarter PR64 NGC. CAC (Green Label). High grade No Motto quarters are always in demand by knowledgeable collectors, and the 1860 is one of the few dates that is occasionally available in collectible grades. This is certainly an upper-end example for a PR64, as indicated by the CAC label. The fields are deeply reflective and set up a modest amount of contrast against the lightly frosted devices. Well-balanced from side to side, the coin displays bright pinkish-rose color overall with the occasional patch of blue. A bit softly struck on stars 3 through 8.(Registry values: P3)

Proof Seated Half Dollars

896

1860 50C Seated Half PR65 NGC. CAC (Green Label). Like the quarter, half dollars were also struck from a modified hub in 1860. The differences are subtle to all but the most die-hard numismatist. Not surprisingly, like the other denominations, 1,000 proof halves were struck, but Breen estimated that only 525+ pieces survived after melting at year's end. The striking details are complete on each side of this piece, a not-so-obvious statement with proof production from this early date. The surfaces can definitely "face up to a close up." Each side has swirls of blue and nearly crimson patina with tiny speckles of brilliance interspersed. The fields are deeply reflective and serve to enliven the color on each side. We see no defects worthy of individual mention. Exceptional quality.

Proof Seated Dollars

897

1860 $1 Seated Dollar PR65 NGC. CAC (Green Label). The always-hopeful Mint Director Snowden believed that the 1,000 proofs struck for the other denominations would not be sufficient for the number of anticipated collectors who would want a crown-sized souvenir from this year. So he ordered an extra 330 dollars struck in proof format. As Breen stated, "This did not materialize." This is another exceptional proof from this well-matched proof set. As with the other pieces in the set, this coin does not necessarily represent the absolute finest quality, but it does represent the finest value in a coin graded PR65 (as underscored by the CAC endorsement). The centers have mellow reddish toning that deepens and turns cobalt-blue at the margins. The fields are nicely reflective and serve to backlight the attractive toning on each side.(Registry values: N4719)

Early Proof Sets

898

Ten-Piece 1867 Proof Set PR62 to PR64 PCGS. The PCGS serial numbers are consecutive. The set, housed in a custom wood holder, includes:

Cent PR64 Red and Brown. Well struck and exquisite with intermingled orange and lilac patina.

Two Cent PR64 Red and Brown. A needle-sharp near-Gem, honey-brown and lavender, with essentially undisturbed surfaces.

Three Cent Nickel PR63. Nickel-gray with a curly mint-made lintmark on Liberty's jaw. Crisply struck overall.

Three Cent Silver PR63. Golden-brown, ruby-red, and ocean-blue colors dominate the patina. Strongly struck. Only 4,000 business strikes and 625 proofs were issued.

No Rays Nickel PR62. Fletcher's IIa Reverse, also used on business strikes. A meticulously struck dove-gray piece with a few wispy hairlines on the reverse.

Half Dime PR62. Mauve and electric-blue colors embrace this well-defined, lightly hairlined piece. Just 8,000 commercial strikes were coined, which contributes demand for the 625 proofs.

Dime PR63. Fortin-103. Navy-blue and golden-brown patina cedes to a lightly toned reverse center. The 18 in the date is lightly repunched, visible primarily above the base of the 1. The associated business strike production was low, limited to 6,000 pieces.

Quarter PR63. Orange, mauve, and sky-blue colors bathe this faintly hairlined piece. Solid eye appeal. Due to Gresham's Law and fractional currency, silver coins did not circulate except in the Old West in 1867. Only 20,000 business strikes and 625 proofs were released.

Half Dollar PR63. An exquisitely struck example that has deep honey, aqua, and navy-blue toning. The similar coloration on the silver coins in this set suggests an original set, or at least a set that was stored together for many years. A few hairlines and handling marks appear in the fields.

Silver Dollar PR63. This boldly struck Seated dollar has carefully preserved surfaces and deep apple-green, mauve, tan, and pearl-gray patina. As is the case with the other silver coins in the present set, only 625 proofs were struck.

Session 2

Morgan Dollars

899

1878 8TF $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-17. A boldly impressed Gem representative of the early 8 Tailfeathers variant of the 1878 Morgan dollar. Both sides show minimal toning on the lustrous surfaces.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

900

1878 8TF $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-17. The obverse of this brilliant and untoned Gem is fully prooflike, with excellent cameo contrast, while the reverse is entirely frosty and lustrous. Such is the look of many 1878 8 Tailfeather dollars.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

901

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 PCGS. Dusky gold-orange toning drapes each side of this Reverse of 1878 dollar, while the rims show rich peach and blue patina as a counterpoint. Decisively struck and attractively preserved.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

902

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 NGC. Well-defined overall with only a trace of softness visible on the hair over Liberty's ear. Bright, slightly frosty luster with areas of peripheral pink, orange-tan, and blue.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

903

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. The eagle's breast is flat and the arrow feathers are parallel. This is a more available issue than the Reverse of 1879 coins, but the Reverse of 1878 is a truly scarce coin with Deep Mirror Prooflike surfaces, as here. The highly reflective fields set up profound contrast with the thickly frosted devices, producing the coveted silver-on-black effect. There is just a hint of rim color, and the surfaces are free of mentionable contact. Census: 10 in 65 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

904

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS65 NGC. A boldly impressed Gem example of this final major design variety of the first-year Morgan dollar. Great luster with pink-tinged golden toning covering much of each side.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

905

1878-CC $1 MS65 NGC. CAC. Dazzling luster sweeps this essentially brilliant Carson City Gem. Boldly impressed and bereft of distracting marks, although the left obverse has a few unimportant grazes.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

906

1878-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. Boldly frosted central devices accentuate the reflectivity of the faintly gray-toned fields. A marvelous Gem that shows a line of shallow reed marks in the left obverse field.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

907

1878-S $1 MS66 PCGS. This high grade first-year Morgan dollar has a deep mirror prooflike obverse and a semiprooflike reverse. Brilliant and well struck with flashy fields and no mentionable marks.(Registry values: P2, N991)

908

1879-CC $1 XF45 NGC. This scarce date Carson City dollar displays noticeable luster across the borders, hair, and wings. Lightly toned, and only inconsequential marks are present aside from a tiny reverse rim nick at 2 o'clock.(Registry values: P7, N991)

909

1879-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. This is a popular collectible in a popular grade, one that satisfies in quality terms without undue financial compromise. The present Select Mint State coin offers bright, semireflective silver surfaces accented with a touch of golden patina near the rims on each side. A few minor marks are grade-consistent but fail to dampen the appeal. The first of the "three CC keys."(Registry values: P7, N2998)

910

1879-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Toned or brilliant? Morgan dollar collectors seem to cluster at one end of the spectrum or the other. This piece is a superlative acquisition for the "brilliant" camp, with silver-white surfaces that show considerable prooflikeness, as often seen on the issue. While PCGS has not acknowledged the prooflikeness on the holder, CAC has certainly given the nod to the piece overall. Generous luster and relatively few abrasions further increase the appeal.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

911

1879-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. A splendid Choice Mint State example, this fully brilliant 1879-CC Morgan dollar is from a perfect mintmark die, and is highly desirable as such. The fields have satiny, reflective luster around frosty devices, creating a pleasing cameo appearance. This is an exceptional example of a condition rarity. PCGS has only certified 92 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

912

1879-CC $1 MS62 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. This piece should prove to be overwhelmingly appealing, not only for the legions of Morgan dollar collectors, but even more so for those whose primary collecting goal is Deep Mirror Prooflike pieces. Many 1879-CC Morgans show partial prooflikeness, but few indeed offer sufficiently deep field-device contrast to qualify for this much more elusive appellation. Frosty snow-white surfaces yield rich contrast with profoundly reflective mirrors, providing the coveted black-on-silver appearance so admired in these coins. Population: 18 in 62 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 42 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P7, N1793)

913

1879-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. This is simply a marvelous presentation of this coveted CC-mint rarity. The 1879-CC is in demand in any circulated or Mint State grade, and with the Deep Prooflike certification from NGC, this piece stands far and away finer than most examples of the issue. The stark contrast noted between frosty devices and deeply mirrored fields occurs as a silver-on-black appearance, appearing at arm's length as a highly contrasting proof. Such an appearance puts this example in the distinct minority for the issue, as most Mint State survivors show somewhat shallow prooflikeness, if present at all. A few minor high-point ticks are in character with the near-Gem grade, but the overall quality and eye appeal are splendid. Census: 11 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

914

1879-CC $1 Capped Die AU58 PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. This near-Mint State Morgan displays somewhat subdued luster on its silver-gray surfaces that are mottled on the lower obverse. Typically struck and showing partial definition over the ear. Marks on Liberty's cheek and neck are concealed by the toning.(Registry values: P6, N991)

915

1879-CC $1 Capped Die MS63 PCGS. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. This variety was caused by a medium-sized mintmark punched over the remnants of a smaller one. Peripheral golden-tan patina is deeper in hue on the obverse and the design elements are generally well struck on this lustrous specimen. Small marks on Liberty's cheek and neck limit the grade.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

916

1879-CC $1 Capped Die MS64 NGC. VAM-3. A Top 100 Variety. Die chipping is prominent around the repunched mintmark, which shows a medium-sized CC punched over a smaller version. Whispers of soft grayish-tan visit the lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem. The strike is typical, in that the obverse center is weak. Minute obverse handling marks preclude Gem status. NGC has seen only six coins finer and PCGS nine better (8/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

917

1879-O $1 MS65 NGC. An incredible Gem with bright gold toning on the obverse and full white-silver brilliance on the reverse. Both sides have wonderfully preserved surfaces with frosty luster. This is an extremely important opportunity to acquire a condition rarity that is seldom seen finer. NGC has only certified seven finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

918

1879-O $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. This near-Gem O-mint issue is available in lower grades but scarce in MS64 and higher grades, and far scarcer yet with Deep Mirror Prooflike surfaces. The present example is well struck for the issue, with beautiful surfaces that are brilliant throughout. Stark contrast appears between the frosty devices and profoundly mirrored fields. Census: 23 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

919

1879-S $1 MS67 ★ NGC. On the obverse, intense blue, magenta, and chartreuse shadings fade into muted sea-green as the eye sweeps from left to right. The reverse, by contrast, is nearly brilliant. Both sides have incredible luster and eye appeal to match.(Registry values: P1, N991)

920

1879-S $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. A Top 100 Variety. The fields are decidedly reflective, and contrast with the frosty motifs. Those sufficiently ambitious to attribute the VAM should note that a die line pierces the right (facing) wing. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 8 in 64 Prooflike, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

921

1879-S $1 Reverse of 1878 MS61 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. A Top 100 Variety. The boldly impressed devices on both sides offer rich frost that starkly contrasts with the essentially untoned, intensely reflective fields. Distributed minor abrasions on the obverse account for the grade. Census: 2 in 61 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N208)

922

1880 $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. A glimpse of champagne toning invigorates each side of this attractive Prooflike Gem. Decisively struck with lightly frosted devices. A small planchet flaw is noted to the left of the eagle's left (facing) wing.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

923

1880-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. This Carson City Gem exhibits dynamic luster and impressively clean surfaces. The centers show minor blending of detail, but the strike is otherwise bold. Like most if not all '80-CC dollars, the present piece displays a dash beneath the second 8 in the date.(Registry values: P4, N991)

924

1880-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Wafts of tan and medium-brown patina grace both sides of this lightly toned Gem. A few small abrasions do not affect the splendid cartwheel luster. Housed in an old green-label holder.(Registry values: P4, N991)

925

1880-CC $1 MS66 NGC. Brightly lustrous and minimally toned with frostiness over the devices. Excellent overall detail and eye appeal to match. NGC has graded just 13 numerically finer pieces (8/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

926

1880-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Sharply struck with fantastically frosty devices and gorgeous luster in the fields. Generally silver-white with a blush of rose toning above the portrait. PCGS has graded 24 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

927

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS66 NGC. VAM-6. A Top 100 Variety. The variety and overdate are undesignated on the NGC holder. Light chestnut-gold patina visits this lustrous and nicely struck Carson City dollar. Minor facial grazes are of little import.(Registry values: P4)

928

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 NGC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. Bands of orange-red make occasional visits to the peripheries of this otherwise untoned near-Gem. The reverse is gorgeously free from contact, and the cheek has only the expected wispy facial marks. An obvious overdate for this popular Carson City variety.(Registry values: P5, N991)

929

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. CAC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. This CC-mint silver dollar offers dazzling luster and faint chestnut toning. Crisply struck and attractive with a particularly smooth reverse.(Registry values: P5, N991)

930

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 PCGS. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. A sensational Gem with strong overdate features and a reverse from the old hub introduced in 1878 with a flat-breasted eagle and parallel arrow feathers. Although rather plentiful, PCGS has only certified 50 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

931

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 NGC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. While not specifically described as an overdate on the holder, the remains of the 9 within the 0 in the date are clear. This Gem sports effulgent luster with frosty centers and a gold-orange halo at the margins. Minimally abraded save for single marks at Liberty's cheek and below the eagle's right (facing) wing.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

932

1880-O $1 MS64 NGC. Medium O. A fully toned New Orleans silver dollar with rich jade-green, golden-brown, and rose-pink patina. The fields are well preserved, and the cheek has only inconspicuous abrasions. Certified in a former generation holder.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

933

1880-O $1 MS64 PCGS. Micro O. Sky-blue, yellow-gold, and purple toning is more prevalent and deeper at the obverse border of this attractive and well struck near-Gem. Minute marks deny Gem status. Difficult to acquire any finer.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

934

1880-O $1 MS64 PCGS. Medium O. Boldly struck with light canary-yellow peripheral color in narrow bands on both sides. Pleasing silver-white luster dominates the centers. PCGS has graded just 22 coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

935

1880-O $1 MS64 NGC. Micro O. The highly reflective fields appear prooflike and show significant contrast against the frosty devices, although NGC did not give piece a Prooflike designation. A well preserved and brilliant specimen. NGC has certified only 21 pieces finer (8/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

936

1880-O $1 MS64 PCGS. Micro O. Strongly struck with bright silver-white luster overall and occasional hints of hazy gray toning. Minimally abraded for the grade and attractive.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

937

1880-O $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. Micro O. This is the finest certified by NGC, and PCGS has certified one at this grade level and one finer MS65 DMPL. Unlike so many other Morgans, most of the 1880-O dollars coined were actually released into circulation. A few were represented in the Treasury hoard released in the early 1960s, and a few other small quantities were released in earlier years, but those that have come into the marketplace have quickly been absorbed. Today, Choice or Gem 1880-O Morgan dollars are virtually nonexistent. This example is a brilliant silver-white dollar with fully mirrored fields and frosty devices. Although there is a noticeable difference between Prooflike and Deep Mirror Prooflike examples, this one seems to be on the border. Census: 1 in 65 Prooflike, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N7079)

938

1880-S $1 MS63 ★ NGC. Medium S. The eye-catching patina on the obverse of this Select coin is key to its outstanding eye appeal. Magenta, mint, and green-gold shadings meld into one another.(Registry values: P1, N69)

939

1880-S $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. Large S. Beautiful arcs of yellow-gold, ruby-red, sky-blue, and apple-green congregate across the left obverse border of this lustrous Superb Gem. The reverse is untoned save for a generous peripheral band of golden-brown. Splendidly preserved and well struck.(Registry values: P1, N991)

940

1880-S $1 MS67 Prooflike PCGS. Large S. Faint silver-gray toning graces much of the reflective mirrors on this Superb Gem. Exquisitely frosted devices complete its eye appeal. PCGS has graded only 19 finer Prooflike pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

941

1881 $1 MS66 PCGS. Although the 1881-S is common in MS66, its Philadelphia counterpart is far scarcer at that level. The 1881 is regularly encountered in Mint State, but usually as MS63 or MS64. The present lightly toned and impressive Premium Gem is nicely struck and exhibits only a few delicate luster grazes. Population: 63 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

942

1881-CC $1 MS65 NGC. Golden-tan, plum, and blue toning covers most of this Gem, with the last two colors found primarily at the margins. Attractively lustrous with frost on the devices that persists through the patina.(Registry values: P4, N991)

943

1881-CC $1 MS66 NGC. This flashy Premium Gem has exemplary fields and dynamic cartwheel luster. The centers display only inconsequential incompleteness, and the cheek shows merely unobtrusive grazes.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

944

1881-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. VAM-2 with prominent recutting within the 8s in the date. Delicate tan toning graces this lustrous, assertively struck, and nearly immaculate Premium Gem. This low mintage Carson City issue is affordable in Mint State due to the GSA auctions of the 1970s.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

945

1881-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Crisply defined with light frost twinkling across the devices. This shining Premium Gem has effortless eye appeal. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

946

1881-CC $1 MS67 PCGS. The 1881-CC, despite its low mintage of 296,000 pieces, is easy to find in Mint State due to the dispersal of former Treasury holdings. Highly attractive satiny luster invigorates the minimally abraded silver-gray surfaces of this Superb Gem. Boldly struck design features enhance the overall eye appeal.(Registry values: P4, N2998)

947

1881-CC $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. Moderately reflective in the fields but with heightened contrast, thanks to the incredible frost on the devices. A minimally toned and gorgeous Prooflike Gem.(Registry values: P4, N991)

948

1881-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. This near-Gem displays stunning field-motif contrast and is essentially untoned. A decisive strike imparts sharp detail to the design features, and just a few minor grazes preclude Gem status.(Registry values: P4, N991)

949

1881-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Whispers of peripheral gold show on both sides, slightly more extensive and deeper on the obverse. Lustrous surfaces exhibit sharply struck motifs and are minimally abraded. PCGS has graded just 12 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

950

1881-O $1 MS65 NGC. Glimpses of gold and rose visit the centers of this O-mint Gem. Pleasingly detailed for the issue with only trifling softness at the high points. NGC has graded nine numerically finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

951

1881-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Gorgeous frost consumes the solidly struck devices, while the faintly toned fields shine with mildly reflective luster. A carefully preserved Gem with immense eye appeal. PCGS has graded just 12 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

952

1881-S $1 MS67 ★ NGC. CAC. This gorgeously toned Superb Gem's obverse has zones of blue, magenta, yellow, peach, and green-gold around a sliver of brilliance found right-of-center. The reverse has an echo of yellow-green color at parts of the margins.(Registry values: P1, N991)

953

1881-S $1 MS67 NGC. The obverse has overt dappled orange and blue-green patina, while the reverse has a more subtle version of the former color against surfaces that are otherwise silver-white. A bold Superb Gem.(Registry values: P1, N991)

954

1881-S $1 MS68 NGC. The borders exhibit sun-gold, navy-blue, and plum-red tints, while the fields and devices are nearly untoned. Lustrous and sharply defined with exemplary preservation. The 1881-S is notoriously available in typical Mint State, but MS68 examples are undeniably scarce.(Registry values: P1, N1793)

955

1882-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Profound cartwheel luster with an added reflective element on the minimally toned reverse. Subtly frosted on the central devices and carefully preserved. Certified in a green label holder. PCGS has graded 50 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P3, N1793)

956

1882-CC $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. Flashy fields and a pleasing strike only begin to proclaim the charms of this brilliant Carson City silver dollar. The sweet spot of the cheek is immaculate, and only a solitary obverse graze near 3:30 is remotely worthy of comment.(Registry values: P3, N1793)

957

1882-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Both sides of this well-defined Gem are remarkably lustrous. While the reverse is brilliant, the obverse sports a gorgeous blend of gold, peach, violet-rose, blue, and sea-green shadings. PCGS has certified just 19 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P3, N991)

958

1882-O/S $1 MS64 Strong PCGS. VAM-4. Later die state of VAM-4, what Fey and Oxman in the Top 100 reference call "1882-O/S Recessed." The diagonal crossbar of the S completely traverses the interior of the O, but it is lower than on the VAM-3 or "O/S Flush." In this later die state, the top and bottom edges of the S are clear, as well as the middle area of the S. This piece has beautiful silvery surfaces accented by golden rim toning, with a few light abrasions that account for the grade. A definite find for the VAM collectors.(Registry values: P5, N2998)

959

1882-O/S $1 MS65 NGC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. A frosty white coin which boasts strong luster, a good strike and excellent eye appeal. Note the quality of Liberty's cheek and neck, for rarely are these large open areas so free of contact marks or nicks. A loupe will note a scattering of tiny raised dots or "pimples" on Liberty's portrait (forehead, eye, cheek, and neck) and on the eagle, caused by the dies rusting slightly. The overmintmark feature is clear with a strong recessed diagonal crossbar of the S quite plain within the O. This coin is identifiable by a small scrape hidden in the wreath above the NE of ONE and a minor reeding mark just above the back of the eagle's head. One of the finest to survive and very difficult to find in full Gem condition. In fact, the combined NGC and PCGS population reports tally a total of 13 coins this high, with no pieces seen finer by either service (9/09). For the Morgan silver dollar specialist, this is a very important coin to obtain.(Registry values: P5, N7079)

960

1882-S $1 MS68 NGC. A shimmering Superb Gem, this amazing 1882-S Morgan dollar has a bold strike and brilliant, untoned silver surfaces. There are a number of different adjectives that fail to do justice to this coin. It is virtually flawless in every aspect. Census: 73 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

961

1882-S $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. The 1882-S is one of the more plentiful early Morgan dollars in Mint State. Even Prooflike examples are not that difficult to locate, but Deep Mirror Prooflikes in the lofty grade of MS66 are elusive. The deep mirrors of this Premium Gem yield strong variance with the satiny well struck devices. Both sides are nearly color-free except for barely discernible light gold at the margins. A few light grazes may well preclude an even finer grade. Census: 9 in 66 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

962

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 (9/09). The present example is sharply struck and features spectacular tones of reddish-gold and blue-green on both sides, with excellent visual appeal overall.(Registry values: P2, N2998)

963

1883-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Lightly frosted, well struck central devices supply contrast with the profoundly reflective fields. Occasional hints of gold and white add color to otherwise essentially untoned surfaces. This Gem is housed in a second-generation holder.(Registry values: P2, N991)

964

1883-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Flashy and fantastic mirrors dominate the eye appeal of this lovely Gem. Hints of golden patina grace the fields, and the silver-white devices have a whisper of elegant frost.(Registry values: P2, N991)

965

1883-O $1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. Bands of powder-blue, rose-red, olive-gold, and golden-brown endow the obverse. The reverse is close to brilliant but has a blush of sun-gold near 7 o'clock. The centers are incompletely brought up, as usual for the '83-O, but the eye appeal is exceptional.(Registry values: P1, N491)

966

1883-S $1 MS63 PCGS. Wisps of gold and slate adorn this lustrous and sharply struck silver dollar. The fields are surprisingly unabraded. A conditionally scarce issue, particularly when compared with its 1878-S to 1882-S predecessors.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

967

1883-S $1 MS64 PCGS. The first scarce San Francisco Mint Morgan dollar, the 1883-S follows the plentiful 1878-S through 1882-S dollars. This piece has a strong mintage of 6.25 million coins; however, nearly all entered circulation and few have been preserved in Mint State grades. Both sides have satiny silver luster, sharp details, and untoned surfaces. PCGS has only certified 18 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

968

1884-CC $1 MS66 NGC. CAC. Fantastically lustrous with only occasional hints of peach-gold toning on each side. Boldly struck with whispers of frost on the highest design elements. Great eye appeal for this Carson City issue.(Registry values: P2, N991)

969

1884-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. A broadly appealing Carson City dollar, delicately gold-tinged at the margins and exquisitely preserved. Impressively defined with faint silver-gray toning over the centers. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: P2, N991)

970

1884-CC $1 MS67 NGC. Several Treasury releases have resulted in a plethora of Mint State 1884-CC Morgan dollars, as evident from the thousands of NGC/PCGS certified coins. Only at the Superb Gem level does this issue offer a challenge to collectors. Just a trace or two of nearly imperceptible gold-tan color is evident on the lustrous surfaces of this MS67 example. Sharply struck and minimally marked. Census: 91 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

971

1884-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. A stunning Gem with deeply mirrored fields around lustrous devices. The obverse has a large area of steel and iridescent toning at the upper left, while the balance of the obverse and all of the reverse are brilliant white with faint peripheral gold.(Registry values: P2, N991)

972

1884-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. An incredible Deep Mirror Prooflike dollar, this Carson City issue is entirely brilliant and untoned. The design definition is bold, and the fields are intensely mirrored. Strong cameo contrast is evident on each side.(Registry values: P2, N991)

973

1884-CC $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Maroon, golden-tan, and blue patina gravitates to the margins and is somewhat more extensive and deeper on the obverse. Impressively struck devices stand out against the mirrored fields on this well cared for Morgan. Light roller marks are visible on the obverse.(Registry values: P2, N2998)

974

1884-S $1 AU58 NGC. The hair above the ear and the eagle's breast have a mere whisper of friction, but the cartwheel luster is nonetheless dazzling. This well struck and nearly brilliant slider displays a few moderate obverse marks.(Registry values: P9, N491)

975

1884-S $1 AU58 NGC. CAC. A highly lustrous and nearly Mint State example of this conditionally rare date. Most survivors are well circulated as the vast majority of those struck actually served their purpose in commerce.(Registry values: P9, N491)

976

1884-S $1 MS60 NGC. Though it is not a condition rarity in Mint State to the same extent as, say, the 1901, the 1884-S Morgan dollar is nonetheless elusive with no trace of wear. Though numerous light marks and wispy abrasions affect each side of the present coin, the faintly gray-tinged silver-white surfaces retain full luster.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

977

1884-S $1 MS62 PCGS. CAC. The 1884-S Morgan dollar is the first S-mint issue in the series that is elusive in any Mint State grade. The 1878-S through 1882-S dollars are plentiful in all grades, and many tens of thousands exist in Mint State. The 1883-S is somewhat elusive in Mint State, but even for that issue Bowers estimates that a few thousand exist in Mint State from MS63 and upward.
But the 1884-S is an "abnormal" issue, in that most of the 3.2 million coins produced apparently entered circulation. Bowers estimates that only a few hundred Mint State 1884-S dollars exist in MS63 and finer, including certified and raw coins. Only three PCGS-certified pieces are in the "Gem or finer" category.
The present coin, graded MS62, is one of 86 so certified at PCGS, with 53 finer (9/09). The surfaces on both sides are brilliant silver-white, with copious cartwheel luster despite the numerous ticks on the devices and in the fields that prevent a higher grade. Minor strike weakness appears on the high points of both sides, but plenty of appeal remains for the many series aficionados who prefer their coins brilliant.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

978

1885 $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. CAC. An absolutely stunning visual presentation combines peripheral gold and iridescent toning with brilliant centers. The fields are deeply reflective around satiny devices. PCGS has only certified 71 finer Deep Mirror Prooflike pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N491)

979

1885-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Splashes of orange and powder-blue ensure the appeal of this lustrous and low mintage Carson City Gem. The reverse is exceptionally preserved.(Registry values: P4, N991)

980

1885-CC $1 MS65 PCGS. Outstanding cartwheel luster radiates from the virtually untoned surfaces of this carefully preserved Gem. The strike is nearly full, and the eye appeal is excellent. Housed in a first-generation PCGS holder.(Registry values: P4, N991)

981

1885-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Elegant golden overtones give this immensely lustrous Premium Gem an inviting aura. Crisply struck with subtly frosted devices and stunning eye appeal.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

982

1885-CC $1 MS66 NGC. Excellent definition with frostiness on the devices and considerable cartwheel luster. Color is pale silver-gray with a hint of cream. NGC has graded just 63 numerically finer pieces (8/09).(Registry values: P4, N1793)

983

1885-CC $1 MS66 PCGS. Excellent eye appeal for this popular and low-mintage Carson City dollar. Light champagne and silver-gray elements converge on each side of this Premium Gem.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

984

1885-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. This flashy near-Gem is both profoundly reflective and stunningly contrasted; the silver-white of the fields is mirrored, with the silver-white of the devices is frosty. Incredibly appealing.(Registry values: P4, N991)

985

1885-CC $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Sharply struck with flashy fields that show gold-orange and blue peripheral toning, more prominent on the reverse. Central devices are sharp and frosted.(Registry values: P4, N991)

986

1885-CC $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Noteworthy white-on-black contrast is evident on both sides, although it may be a bit stronger on the obverse. Well struck and carefully preserved, this deeply mirrored Gem originated from a surprisingly low mintage of just 228,000 pieces. Thankfully for collectors, a large percentage of the original production was stored in mint bags before being dispersed between 1930 and 1980. Census: 75 in 65 Deep Prooflike, 19 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N991)

987

1885-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Splashes of pale cloud-gray toning visit otherwise bright silver-white fields. This Gem has lovely frost on the devices, though the strike shows minor incompleteness.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

988

1886-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Eye-catching cartwheel luster radiates from the brilliant surfaces. A number of light abrasions are seen on the obverse, but the reverse is remarkably clean for the grade. A crisply struck and appealing example of this conditionally scarce issue.(Registry values: P8, N991)

989

1886-O $1 MS63 PCGS. The 1886-O Morgan dollar is a well-known conditional rarity in the series, with certified populations that fall off steeply in the higher Mint State grades. This piece boasts splendid silver-white surfaces with a number of light abrasions that characterize the MS63 grade, and a fairly typical O-mint strike showing weakness on the hair over Liberty's ear. There is much eye appeal present, and this coin presents a pleasing alternative for a midgrade Mint State set. PCGS has certified only three Gems of this issue (9/09).(Registry values: P8, N1793)

990

1886-O $1 MS64 PCGS. Both sides of this near-Gem are thickly frosted with a silver-gray sheen that is virtually devoid of toning, and a well executed strike delivers above-average definition to the design features. NGC and PCGS combined report a mere four coins above the MS64 grade level (9/09), a fact that further enhances the importance of the present offering.(Registry values: P8, N4719)

991

1886-S/S $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. The mintmark shows repunching near the serifs, easily seen on this attractive Mint State example. The surfaces are brilliant and highly lustrous with excellent preservation and only minor incompleteness of strike above the ear.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

992

1886-S/S $1 MS65 NGC. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. The mintmark is sharply doubled on this 1886-S Morgan dollar. Both sides have brilliant and untoned silver surfaces with frosty mint luster. There are few marks or abrasions on either side. The strike is well above average, and the overall aesthetic appeal is exceptional.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

993

1887 $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. A gorgeous and minimally toned Superb Gem, housed in a green label holder. Pleasingly struck with excellent preservation, as demanded of the grade. Population: 61 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

994

1887 $1 MS67 NGC. A brightly lustrous Superb Gem, faintly toned-over in pale silver-gray with occasional gold and pink elements. Well struck and beautifully preserved, as demanded of the grade. NGC has graded only two numerically finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

995

1887 $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this magnificent Gem has deeply mirrored fields around satiny and sharply detailed devices. PCGS has only certified 30 finer Deep Mirror Prooflike examples (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

996

1887/6 $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety. The obverse is brilliant, but the reverse has butter-gold and steel-gray hues throughout the lower periphery. Lustrous and crisply struck with a clean cheek and a few small marks above the eagle's head. Housed in an old green label holder.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

997

1887/6 $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. VAM-2. A Top 100 Variety (indicated on insert). The curve of the base of the underdigit 6 is evident on each side of the base of the 7. This variety was generally unknown to collectors until 1971 (David Bowers, 2006). The untoned obverse cedes to light gold on the reverse. Light grazes are visible on the obverse, and Liberty's neck reveals some light planchet flaking. Census: 22 in 65 Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4, N4719)

998

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. Wafts of golden and steel-blue toning accent the mostly silver-gray surfaces of this impeccably preserved specimen. A few pin-sized abrasions do not affect the stunning cartwheel luster. It would be difficult to locate a nicer example of this issue. NGC and PCGS combined have certified just 27 examples finer (8/09). Encapsulated in a green-label PCGS holder.(Registry values: P6, N2998)

999

1887-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Eye-catching cartwheel luster enhances the lightly abraded surfaces of this appealing Gem. Moderate cameo contrast is seen on the reverse, which exhibits the occasional touch of deeper gray patination. PCGS has certified only 19 examples finer (8/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

1000

1888 $1 MS67 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Ex: Binion Collection. This razor-sharp Superb Gem has flashy fields and only a hint of golden patina. Exceptionally devoid of marks, especially on the all-important cheek. The Binion pedigree is interesting. Gangster Benny Binion opened the Horseshoe Casino in Las Vegas in 1951, and it was inherited by his son, Ted Binion, who was murdered by the man he hired to build an underground vault for his silver dollar hoard. The 1888 is plentiful in Uncirculated condition, but is extremely rare at the MS67 level with deeply mirrored fields. In fact, NGC and PCGS combined have graded only three such pieces with none finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2, N4719)

1001

1888-O $1 Doubled Die Obverse AU53 PCGS. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. The highly regarded "Hot Lips" variety, identified by obvious die doubling on Liberty's profile. A cream-gray example with substantial luster and moderate wear at the centers.(Registry values: P6)

1002

1888-S $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. CAC. Well-defined for the issue with distinct reflectivity and strong cartwheel luster sharing the fields. Two thin "bars" of light gray toning extend from Liberty's chin into the field.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1003

1889-CC $1 VF20 PCGS. Dove-gray overall with glimpses of golden-brown, olive, and ice-blue. The reverse has slightly deeper toning. The wings retain substantial feather definition. The obverse field has faint hairlines, usual for circulated examples of this key Carson City issue.(Registry values: P9, N1)

1004

1889-CC $1 VF25 PCGS. CAC. Peripheral aqua-blue and purple toning frames the light gray centers of this key-date Morgan. The design elements exhibit relatively sharp detail, and both sides are devoid of significant contacts. A great piece for a midgrade collection.(Registry values: P9, N1)

1005

1889-CC $1 VF30 ANACS. Deep golden-brown and violet shadings drape each side of this midrange 1889-CC dollar. It has minimally abraded fields and a portrait that shows only a few small digs. Housed in a small-format ANACS holder.(Registry values: P9, N1)

1006

1889-CC $1 XF40 NGC. The surfaces are light silver-gray with hints of peripheral mauve and steel toning along the obverse border. Considerable luster is still visible on each side of this lightly worn piece. A splendid example of the key 1889-CC Morgan dollar.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

1007

1889-CC $1 AU50 ICG. Green-gold and pearl-gray shadings mingle on each side of this piece, an attractive, lightly circulated representative of a challenging Carson City date. Wear is mostly at the high points, leaving the faintly abraded fields surprisingly lustrous. Strong eye appeal for this little-saved issue of just 350,000 pieces.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

1008

1889-CC $1 AU50 PCGS. This key-date Morgan retains traces of luster in its recessed areas and displays occasional whispers of reddish-purple and gold. The design elements are well defined, including a fair amount of detail in the hair over Liberty's ear. Some scattered obverse marks do not detract.(Registry values: P9, N2998)

1009

1889-CC $1 MS62 PCGS. An outstanding example of the ultimate Carson City Morgan dollar issue. This lovely piece exhibits subtle gold and lilac toning on the obverse, with fully brilliant silver luster on the reverse. Mint State examples, including two in the present sale, appear on the market from time to time, but they are among the most elusive issues of the series. Dave Bowers estimates that between 6,000 and 8,000 survive, although we believe that is optimistic. Perhaps 2,000 to 3,000 actually exist, mostly hovering around the MS60 grade level.(Registry values: P9, N4719)

1010

1889-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. CAC. The current sale provides collectors with a choice of several 1889-CC Morgan dollars ranging from VF20 to MS63. In addition to its rank as the highest grade piece in this sale, the present specimen is an exceptional example for the grade. Both sides have satiny silver luster with traces of a prooflike appearance. There is no evidence of toning on either side, and the design elements exhibit bold definition. For the collector seeking a high quality piece for the grade, we recommend this MS63 specimen. Population: 71 in 63, 31 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P9, N4719)

1011

1889-O $1 MS65 PCGS. Although the 1889-O Morgans were struck in enormous quantities--11.9 million coins--most of them were apparently released into 19th century circulation. Gems are elusive, and anything finer is seldom seen. This piece offers splendidly lustrous silver-white surfaces with tremendous flash and eye appeal. The central strike softness on both sides is nearly universal for the issue. PCGS has certified only nine coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

1012

1889-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. The 1889-O enormous issue of nearly 12 million coins produced a generous supply of Prooflike coins, but Deep Mirror Prooflikes are another story altogether. This splendid piece displays deep black-on-white contrast between the fields and devices, over surfaces that are largely untoned in the centers while the rims show glints of amber-gold and aqua. This example is one of only three Gem Deep Mirror Prooflikes at NGC, and there are none finer (9/09). PCGS has certified a single MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike coin.(Registry values: P6, N4719)

1013

1889-S $1 MS65 PCGS. This delightful Gem 1889-S Morgan exhibits fully brilliant and untoned silver surfaces with bold design definition. Both sides are satiny and highly lustrous. Only a few finer examples have been certified, including 61 at PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1014

1889-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A bold strike and frosty luster characterize this Gem 1889-S Morgan dollar, an important issue in the series. Both sides are untoned with brilliant surfaces. PCGS has certified a mere 61 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1015

1890 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike ANACS. Lovely reddish-gold patina encircles the brilliant centers of this well preserved near-Gem. There are just a few minuscule abrasions on Liberty's cheek. Impressive cameo contrast is established between the deeply mirrored fields and frosty devices. Scarce any finer.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

1016

1890-CC $1 Tail Bar MS63 NGC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. A wide die gouge, or "bar," extends from the wreath to the juncture of the eagle's tailfeathers and the fletchings on the arrows. This attractively lustrous Select representative is minimally toned with only a hint of gold near the rims. Light abrasions on the portrait contribute to the grade.(Registry values: P6)

1017

1890-CC $1 Tail Bar MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. VAM-4. A Top 100 Variety. Highly desirable with its deeply mirrored fields and light cameo contrast. The devices show a trace of frosty luster, and both sides have entirely untoned or brilliant silver surfaces. NGC and PCGS combined have only certified 19 of these as Deep Mirror Prooflike at all grade levels. Census: 2 in 63 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

1018

1890-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. Shimmering cartwheel luster enhances the surfaces of this brilliant specimen. A few light abrasions preclude a Gem grade. The 1890-CC is one of the more elusive Carson City Morgan dollars in high grades.(Registry values: P5, N991)

1019

1890-CC $1 MS64 ANACS. Magnificent cartwheel luster complements the powerfully impressed design elements. A few wispy grazes do not distract. Traces of violet, teal, and russet toning in the periphery enhance the eye appeal.(Registry values: P5, N991)

1020

1890-O $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. VAM-10. A Hot 50 Variety. The "Comet" variety, with the die breaks to the right of the date ill-defined but visible. Lustrous with minimal patina and excellent preservation for the variety.(Registry values: P4, N1793)

1021

1891 $1 MS65 PCGS. A lustrous Gem that has merely a hint of golden toning on each side. A good strike with only minor softness on the claws and centers. A few minor grazes determine the grade. Despite a prodigious mintage, the 1891 is surprisingly elusive in full Gem. Population: 95 in 65, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

1022

1891 $1 MS65 NGC. Many thousands of 1891 Morgan dollars exist in the lower realms of Mint State, whether due to bagmarks, flat luster, or a poor strike--but Gems are another matter entirely. This specimen boasts memorable silver-white surfaces with thick satin luster. The surfaces are barely abraded, and the strike and overall surface quality are far and away finer than usual for the issue. Census: 69 in 65, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

1023

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. A vibrant near-Gem with fresh silver-white luster and ample frostiness across the eagle on the reverse. Crisply detailed and gorgeous.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1024

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Brilliant and lustrous with a good strike, smooth fields, and unimportant facial grazes. The 1891-CC is the most available of the CC-mint silver dollars struck after the 1889 re-opening of the facility, but it is considerably scarcer than the 1882-CC, 1883-CC, and 1884-CC issues.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1025

1891-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Most collectors would consider this lustrous Carson City Morgan to be fully brilliant, but accuracy compels us to mention a hint of tan toning on each side. Clean-cheeked and nicely struck with excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1026

1891-CC $1 MS64 NGC. A hint of golden toning accents the rims of this nearly brilliant piece. Dazzling cartwheel luster is not affected by a few light abrasions. A boldly struck and attractive representative.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1027

1891-CC $1 MS64 NGC. Deep blue and tan peripheral tints add color to the otherwise pale silver-gray luster of this near-Gem. Carefully preserved save for a few tiny reed marks on the cheek.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1028

1891-O $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. This is a challenging date in all Mint State grades, but it is rare with prooflike surfaces. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified a Prooflike example finer than the present coin (8/09). This brilliant and sharply struck specimen is certain to please even the most discerning eye.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1029

1891-S $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. Ex: DCT Collection. This sharply struck S-mint reveals a cameolike effect. The devices are well struck, and the virtually untoned surfaces reveal a few minor ticks that account for the grade. Population: 28 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

1030

1892 $1 MS65 NGC. Shimmering satiny luster enhances the untoned surfaces of this carefully preserved Gem. A loupe locates only a couple of minuscule handling marks. The first few stars on the obverse are weakly struck, but other design elements are boldly impressed. It would be virtually impossible to locate a nicer example. NGC and PCGS combined report just three pieces finer (8/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

1031

1892 $1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. This is not only a near-Gem of this elusive issue, but with Deep Mirror Prooflike surfaces the present coin is immeasurably rarer. Bowers wrote of the 1892, "Really choice MS-64 and gem MS-65 or finer coins are very hard to find. ... Semi-prooflike coins are seen on occasion, but gems are very elusive and sharply struck DMPLs are rarer yet." This piece is devoid of color, which should please the many legions of Morgan aficionados who prefer untoned coins, especially for Deep Mirror Prooflike status. The strike and field-device contrast are equally sharp, and this coin appears remarkably high-end for the grade. Population: 25 in 64 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N2998)

1032

1892-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. An arc of vibrant red-orange and violet patina accents the lower border of the obverse, and a small toning spot is seen below Liberty's ear. The rest of the surfaces are essentially untoned. Pleasing cartwheel luster is unaffected by a few wispy abrasions.(Registry values: P7, N991)

1033

1892-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. Both sides of this lovely dollar display brilliant and frosty silver luster with no trace of toning. The surfaces are lightly abraded as expected for the grade, but the mint flash increases its aesthetic desirability.(Registry values: P7, N991)

1034

1892-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a green label holder, this 1892-CC Morgan has outstanding mint bloom with exceptional surfaces for the grade. In fact many of today's MS64 dollars are no finer, in our opinion. The surfaces exhibit satiny luster in the fields, nearly prooflike in appearance, with frosty devices that create a hint of cameo contrast. A set of MS63 Morgan dollars that match this coin would be a nearly impossible task.(Registry values: P7, N991)

1035

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Frosty devices and reflective fields dominate the obverse, near-brilliant with just a touch of peripheral green-gold toning. The reverse shows that color as well as sea-green and violet, among others. Two lines of ocean-blue form an 'X' centered on the eagle's left (facing) wing.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1036

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. This highly lustrous and untoned CC-mint representative exhibits a well executed strike. Color-free surfaces reveal a few grade-defining marks.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1037

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. A blazing near-Gem, with fully brilliant white-silver surfaces and frosty luster. The strike is exceptional and the surfaces exhibit trivial marks that are of no consequence.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1038

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. A delightful near-Gem, this 1892-CC Morgan dollar is fully brilliant with bright silver surfaces and frosty luster. It has a strong strike and the eye appeal of a full Gem.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1039

1892-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. A well-defined near-Gem with amply frosted central devices and bold cartwheel luster. Minimally toned with just a few too many scattered marks to qualify for a finer designation.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1040

1892-CC $1 MS65 NGC. VAM-8A, R.5 with very faint n clashmark from the left edge of Liberty's neck. This well impressed Gem is stone-white with sweeping luster and a smooth cheek. The reverse is also beautifully unabraded. Unavailable in GSA holders, the 1892-CC is among the scarcer CC-mint issues.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

1041

1892-CC $1 MS62 Prooflike NGC. Although both sides of this brilliant, untoned dollar show light abrasions, especially in the fields, this dollar is remarkable for its grade and designation. Both sides have full mirrors with lustrous devices.(Registry values: P7, N991)

1042

1892-O $1 MS65 PCGS. The 1892-O is a Morgan dollar issue that is relatively commonplace in MS62 through MS64, but Gems are seldom available--a level at which the combined NGC and PCGS certified populations decreases by an order of magnitude. This is a radiant silver-white example with copious luster and a paucity of relevant marks that puts it into the Gem category. The excellent strike is another plus. PCGS has graded only five coins finer in its more than two decades of existence (9/09).(Registry values: P7, N2998)

1043

1892-S $1 AU50 PCGS. The 1892-S is among the rarest issues in the series in Mint State, and AU examples are also desirable. This essentially untoned Morgan dollar lacks distracting marks and has luminous luster within the legends and wings.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

1044

1892-S $1 AU55 NGC. The price disparity between this issue in AU and Mint State is so wide by many times over that many collectors choose a nice AU to fill that vacant spot in an otherwise Mint State assemblage. This Choice AU example sports a thin sliver of gold at the rims over surfaces that are otherwise untoned, with a flashy overall look and lots of eye appeal.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

1045

1893 $1 MS63 PCGS. CAC. This low mintage Philly dollar is awash in luster and has only a whisper of gold toning. The fields are well preserved. The reverse is lightly die doubled, visible on the bases of UNITED and the edges of nearby leaves.(Registry values: P7, N991)

1046

1893 $1 MS63 PCGS. A boldly struck example, this Select Mint State piece has brilliant and frosty luster with excellent eye appeal. The cheek has a few marks, typical of the grade. Overall, a wonderful piece at this grade level.(Registry values: P7, N991)

1047

1893 $1 MS64 PCGS. A fully brilliant and sharply struck near-Gem, this 1893 Morgan has above average design definition, and excellent eye appeal. The surfaces exhibit light grade-consistent marks.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1048

1893 $1 MS65 PCGS. A whisper of gold toning adorns this highly lustrous Gem. Impressively mark-free despite a minor tick on the cheekbone. Boldly struck overall with a hint of incompleteness at the centers. Among the lowest mintage Philadelphia issues of the series, and essentially unobtainable any finer.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

1049

1893-CC $1 MS62 NGC. An unworn and attractive example of this challenging final Carson City Morgan dollar. Pale silver-gray toning with glimpses of peripheral gold graces lustrous surfaces. Minimally abraded for a coin not awarded Select status, though its central striking softness contributes to the grade assigned.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

1050

1893-CC $1 MS63 NGC. Wondrous prooflike fields show great contrast against the frosty design elements, particularly on the reverse, although NGC has not given this piece a Prooflike designation. The area around Liberty's ear is a bit soft, as usual. Only a few wispy luster grazes are seen on each side. A spectacular example of the final Carson City Mint issue.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1051

1893-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. Third-rarest of the Carson City Morgan dollars in all but the highest Mint State grades is the 1893-CC, after the 1889-CC and 1879-CC. This example is sharply struck, bright, and brilliant, with a somewhat frosty appearance. It is moderately marked on the obverse, but the reverse only shows a few faint blemishes. A faint grease streak (as made) connects the stem of the eagle's branch to the upper edge of the wreath.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1052

1893-O $1 AU55 NGC. CAC. At 300,000 pieces the 1893-O has the smallest mintage of any O-mint Morgan dollar. Mint State pieces are rare, leading collectors often to choose a nice Choice AU example such as the present specimen. There is only light high-point wear visible, but most of the luster is still present, and the silvery surfaces are frosty and appealing.(Registry values: P8, N991)

1053

1893-O $1 MS61 PCGS. Typical central weakness is evident on both sides of this highly important dollar. The 1893-S garners all the press for Morgan dollars of this date; however, the 1893-O is an important rarity in its own right. This piece is fully brilliant with satiny silver luster.(Registry values: P8, N1793)

1054

1893-O $1 MS63 PCGS. Stunning prooflike reflectivity enhances the eye appeal of this brilliant specimen. The reverse boasts moderate cameo contrast between the frosted devices and lustrous fields. Several wispy grazes do not detract. A loupe reveals faint roller marks on both sides. The strike is sharp save for the often-seen softness on the hair above Liberty's ear. The 1893-O becomes rare in higher grades.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1055

1893-O $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. The 1893-O Morgan dollar may be overshadowed by the immensely popular and elusive 1893-S, but it is nonetheless a coveted and difficult issue in its own right. Only 300,000 business strike 1893-O dollars were produced during this year. The Panic of 1893 saw a sharp stock market drop, a depression that brought about the failure of more than 500 banks, the bankruptcy of 74 railroads, and the shuttering of more than 15,000 American businesses.
The 1893-O is rare in all Mint State grades, and it is especially elusive in MS64 and finer condition. PCGS has certified 90 near-Gem 1893-O dollars, but only six in Gem grade and but a single Premium Gem (9/09). Radiant luster bursts forth from both sides of this splendid near-Gem example, which offers brilliant silver-white coloration and excellent eye appeal. The few contact marks on Liberty's cheek and in the reverse fields appear to preclude an even higher grade, but much appeal is present. The normal strike weakness on the hair over Liberty's ear and on a few of the obverse peripheral stars is not overly distracting. This coin is high-end for the assigned grade. The 1893-O in Gem condition takes a breathtaking jump in price, so this piece, with the CAC endorsement, should be accorded every consideration.(Registry values: P8, N4719)

1056

1893-S $1 Good 4 PCGS. Cream-gray predominates, although faint caramel-gold toning is also present. A collectible example of this famous key date silver dollar. The date is bold, the mintmark is unmistakable, and some wing plumage remains. Completely problem-free for the grade except for an unimportant reverse rim ding at 11 o'clock.(Registry values: P10, N1)

1057

1893-S $1 Good 4 NGC. Though well worn, this 1893-S Morgan has lovely light to medium gray surfaces that are entirely natural. All peripheral elements on each side are fully outlined with no rim merging. All things considered, a fundamentally pleasing example of this famous key Morgan dollar issue.(Registry values: P10, N1)

1058

1893-S $1 --Damaged--NCS. VG Details. This slate-gray key date silver dollar is slightly bright and has a pebbled appearance in places due to minute marks. Each side has several thin scratches, none of which require individual description.(Registry values: P10, N1)

1059

1893-S $1 VG8 PCGS. The most recognizable issue among business strike Morgan dollars is the 1893-S, a rarity in all grades, and highly desired by collectors everywhere. This piece has natural light gray surfaces with subtle champagne toning in the fields, and lighter gray devices.(Registry values: P10, N1)

1060

1893-S $1 VG10 NGC. A lovely example for the grade, with pleasing gray-gold patina that is evenly distributed across both sides. The surfaces are excellent for the grade, with few abrasions, handling marks, or other imperfections. The diagnostics for this date are clearly visible.(Registry values: P10, N1)

1061

1893-S $1 VF35 PCGS. Peripheral gold and iridescent toning accompanies the natural light gray surfaces of this moderately worn 1893-S Morgan dollar, a high demand key date that is often on collector want lists. The surfaces have a satiny appearance with traces of luster still visible.(Registry values: P10, N1793)

1062

1893-S $1 AU58 NGC. The 1893-S is a prominent rarity among Morgan dollars, with an interesting twist: A plurality of known survivors are in Very Fine condition. Such a grade is indicative of a specific, moderate-to-light amount of wear that is inconsistent with the experiences of other issues. Many have concentrations at Fine or lower, while a handful of Treasury and GSA release issues have higher modes. What could have caused the distinctive wear pattern?
Q. David Bowers, in several of his written references, relates the anecdotal evidence supplied by E.S. Thresher, who wrote in the July 1925 The Numismatist that the 1893-S was one of only a handful of Morgan dollar issues he had not encountered in circulation. This led Bowers to speculate that perhaps the late 1920s saw the release of most of the 1893-S dollars to Rocky Mountain states, where coin collectors were scarce, and there they circulated until silver dollars fell out of fashion for general commerce.
The exact reason seems unknowable, yet the Bowers thought-experiment leads to some interesting possibilities. A hard fact, on the other hand, is that the 1893-S dollar is elusive in AU grades and a condition rarity in Mint State. This near-Mint survivor, still impressively lustrous beneath layers of gold-orange and silver-gray patina, is well-defined with only a touch of friction over the high points. A few small abrasions on the cheek and wispy marks in the fields have little impact on the eye appeal. Census: 13 in 58, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P10, N4719)

1063

1894 $1 XF45 NGC. The key Philadelphia Mint dollar, the 1894 has a mintage of only 110,000 circulation strikes, and nearly all survivors from that limited issue show some degree of wear. This Choice XF piece has light silver surfaces with considerable luster still present. There is no indication of toning on either side.(Registry values: P8, N1)

1064

1894 $1 AU53 PCGS. A key-date in the Morgan series, the 1894 had a mintage of just 110,000 business strikes, and relatively few survive in Mint State grades. The balance of survivors are found worn, usually far beyond the light wear on the high points of this pleasing piece. Brilliant silver surfaces and a good strike round out its desirability.(Registry values: P8, N991)

1065

1894 $1 AU53 PCGS. Scarcely toned and scarcely worn, a moderately abraded coin in light silver-gray that is nonetheless attractive for the AU53 designation. One of just 110,000 pieces struck.(Registry values: P8, N991)

1066

1894 $1 MS63 NGC. A pleasing piece with dynamic mint luster and delicate chestnut toning. Marks are refreshingly few and far between, although a thin horizontal line on the eagle's belly merits mention. The hair above the ear shows some blending of detail, as made. The lowest mintage Philadelphia issue, save for the proof-only 1895.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1067

1894 $1 MS64 NGC. The 1894 had the second-lowest mintage of any regular issue Morgan dollar with just 110,000 pieces struck. Examples are scarce in all grades, while Mint State specimens are quite challenging. Gems are very rare, and NGC reports just four pieces finer than the present coin (8/09). Attractive rose and golden toning visits the perimeter of this mostly silver-gray specimen. Dazzling cartwheel luster complements the boldly struck design elements. A carefully preserved piece with great eye appeal.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1068

1894-S $1 MS64 NGC. A brilliant piece with eye-catching prooflike reflectivity. The strike is needle-sharp, and there are only a few insignificant abrasions. Numerous striations are noted in the fields on both sides.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1069

1894-S $1 MS64 PCGS. In Select and finer grades, the 1894-S is the most available of the three silver dollar issues for that year, though attractive examples can be elusive. This near-Gem has strong luster and notable detail overall. Lightly gold-toned in the fields with a few spots of opaque chalk-white color on the obverse.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1070

1894-S $1 MS64 NGC. CAC. Delightful gold peripheral gold toning accompanies the natural and shimmering light silver-gray surfaces of this brilliant near-Gem dollar. Both sides are frosty and lustrous with exceptional eye appeal.(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1071

1895-O $1 AU50 PCGS. Strong gold-orange peripheral toning shows elements of sage intermixed. Still-lustrous silver-gray centers show light abrasions and the coin's wear, which is mostly on the high points.(Registry values: P9, N991)

1072

1895-O $1 AU53 PCGS. Light high point wear on each side of this piece explains the grade. The surfaces are light silver-gray with only a hint of toning. An important issue in all grades.(Registry values: P9, N991)

1073

1895-O $1 AU53 PCGS. CAC. Lightly worn, mostly on the high points, which lets the faintly orange-tinged silver-gray fields shine. Modestly abraded but highly desirable. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: P9, N991)

1074

1895-O $1 AU55 NGC. Light orange toning in the margins surrounds the silver-gray centers of this lustrous piece. The high points are a bit soft, but there are no marks of any significance. This low mintage issue is seldom seen in mint condition.(Registry values: P9, N991)

1075

1895-O $1 AU55 PCGS. Cartwheel luster is extensive although the centers betray a hint of wear. One thin mark on the cheek, but generally unblemished. The '95-O is the key date of the New Orleans subset of the series.(Registry values: P9, N991)

1076

1895-O $1 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Ex: The Sunnywood Collection. This beautiful Morgan dollar has intermingled gold, sea-green, and sky blue toning on the obverse, with splashes of gold over ivory surfaces on the reverse. Both sides are satiny with nearly complete luster. Slight wear is visible on the high points of this important piece.(Registry values: P9, N991)

1077

1895-S $1 XF40 PCGS. This low mintage Morgan dollar has light tan-gold shadings and an absence of obtrusive marks. The eagle's breast and the hair above the ear show wear appropriate for the grade.(Registry values: P8, N991)

1078

1895-S $1 AU58 NGC. Traces of purple and pale red patina visit the periphery of this near-Mint State specimen. Coruscating luster adds to the aesthetic appeal. Liberty's hair is a little soft, as typically seen, but there are no marks worthy of specific mention. The 1895-S had a relatively low mintage of just 400,000 pieces.(Registry values: P8, N991)

1079

1895-S $1 MS63 PCGS. Impressive cameo contrast is established between the prooflike fields and frosty devices. The reverse is particularly noteworthy. A touch of softness around Liberty's ear is typical, and the rest of the design elements are razor-sharp. Several light grazes keep this piece from an even higher grade.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1080

1895-S $1 MS64 PCGS. A brilliant and mildly prooflike representative whose lustrous surfaces display fewer abrasions than is generally associated with the grade. A good strike with some hair delineation direction above the ear. Given the cost of a full Gem, many advanced collectors settle for an attractive near-Gem.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1081

1895-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Large areas of each side have only pale silver-gray toning, but colorful orange, rose, and blue elements are present elsewhere, these being strongest on the obverse. Excellent luster and a distinctly above-average strike. While the 1895-S Morgan dollar is available for a price at the MS64 level, finding a coin this attractive takes some searching, and anything numerically finer is a condition rarity.(Registry values: P8, N2998)

1082

1896-O $1 MS60 PCGS. Lustrous and nicely struck with moderate silver-gray toning and no offensive marks. The 1896-O is a notable conditional rarity, common in XF but rare in Mint State and essentially uncollectible above MS63. Presumably, most of the mintage was released into circulation instead of residing in vaults like its common Philadelphia Mint counterpart.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

1083

1896-O $1 MS61 NGC. Delicate gold toning graces the perimeter, while the rest of the lustrous surfaces are silver-gray. Scattered abrasions limit the grade, but none are particularly significant. Liberty's ear is a touch soft, as often seen.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

1084

1896-O $1 MS62 ANACS. Faint golden overtones grace otherwise silver-gray surfaces. Well struck for the issue with distinctly above-average luster and high eye appeal for a coin not awarded Select status.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

1085

1896-O $1 MS62 PCGS. Pale champagne toning subdues the frosty luster of this lovely Mint State specimen. The New Orleans and San Francisco dollars of 1896 are condition rarities that are plentiful in circulated grades but elusive in Mint State.(Registry values: P9, N1793)

1086

1897-O $1 MS62 NGC. A key rarity in Mint State grades, although plentiful in circulated grades, few 1897-O Morgan dollars were found in the Treasury Hoard. This brilliant and lustrous representative has sharp details and untoned surfaces.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1087

1898 $1 MS67 NGC. A fully brilliant Superb Gem, the surfaces are entirely brilliant with little evidence of toning on either side. The surfaces are nearly flawless with soft, frosty silver luster. Here is an opportunity to acquire one of many important Morgan dollar condition rarities. Census: 17 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2, N4719)

1088

1898 $1 MS66 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Deeply mirrored fields yield pronounced contrast against the design motifs of this Premium Gem. A solid strike imparts strong definition on the design features, including the hair over the ear and the eagle's breast feathers. Untoned save for a couple of light gold-tan splashes on the obverse, and well-preserved throughout. Census: 4 in 66 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

1089

1898-O $1 MS67 PCGS. An exceptional Superb Gem, this brilliant piece exhibits entirely lustrous and frosty silver surfaces with no evidence of toning on either side. It is tied for the finest that PCGS has certified (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N1793)

1090

1898-O $1 MS66 Prooflike PCGS. Distinctly reflective and minimally toned. This crisply struck Premium Gem shows an abrasion on the reverse, just above the bases of the tailfeathers. PCGS has graded only one finer Prooflike example (8/09).(Registry values: P1, N991)

1091

1899-S $1 MS65 PCGS. A gorgeous Gem, this Morgan has brilliant and satiny silver luster with peripheral gold and iridescent toning around white-silver centers.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

1092

1899-S $1 MS66 PCGS. The Premium Gem level is nearly the finest quality obtainable for this issue despite its mintage exceeding 2.5 million coins. NGC and PCGS combined have certified only nine in finer grade, counting duplicates. This specimen offers exuberant luster flowing from each side, with largely silver-white surfaces accented with a touch of color near the rims. Except for minor strike weakness on the hair above the ear, the surfaces are exemplary and exceptionally clean overall. Population: 97 in 66, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N2998)

1093

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 (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

1094

1900 $1 MS67 NGC. Fantastically lustrous with a smooth cheek and excellent preservation away from the high points as well. Silver-white luster dominates, but hints of golden peripheral toning also inform the coin, as does a faint violet fingerprint at the lower reverse. Only a hint of striking softness affects the hair over the ear. Census: 35 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2, N4719)

1095

1900-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. This Gem Deep Mirror Prooflike dollar is housed in a green label PCGS holder. The surfaces are outstanding with fully brilliant and deeply mirrored fields around lustrous devices. There is no toning present on either side to hide its impressive aesthetic appeal. PCGS has only certified one finer example. Population: 14 in 65 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1, N2998)

1096

1900-O/CC $1 MS65 PCGS. VAM-11. A Top 100 Variety. From a late state with die crack across the reverse ribbon. Softly struck but immensely lustrous with minimal patina. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

1097

1900-S $1 MS65 NGC. Light pink and peach overtones grace the otherwise pale silver-gray surfaces of this San Francisco dollar. Well-defined overall with just a hint of softness at the hair over the ear.(Registry values: P5, N1793)

1098

1901 $1 MS63 NGC. The 1901 Morgan dollar is on a short list of issues that are available in circulated grades but almost impossible to find in the higher Mint State grades, a list that includes other memorable issues such as 1886-O, 1884-S, and 1896-O. While the 1901 Morgan dollar can occasionally be found in Select Mint State as here, at the next grade level, only one-fifth as many coins are certified at NGC and PCGS combined, and the price is apt to be three to five times as much. This is a memorable example for the grade, with appealing silver-white surfaces with just a hint of color and no singular distractions. NGC has certified only 20 pieces finer (9/09).(Registry values: P9, N4719)

1099

1901-S $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Dazzling cartwheel luster enhances the eye appeal of this untoned near-Gem. A few minuscule bagmarks do not distract. This exquisitely detailed piece has great eye appeal.(Registry values: P6, N991)

1100

1902-O $1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. This issue flowed forth by the thousands from the great Treasury releases of 1962-64, but most examples are lackluster and/or poorly struck, and few show more than mentionable prooflikeness. This splendid Gem shows remarkable field-device contrast, and as such it is one of only four MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike coins certified at PCGS, with none finer (9/09). The near-pristine surfaces are virtually devoid of color, and the eye appeal is enormous. Expect strong bidding to win the day on this lot.(Registry values: P1, N2998)

1101

1902-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. A faint trace of champagne toning graces the obverse of this otherwise fully brilliant Gem with its frosty silver-white surfaces. PCGS has only certified 33 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1102

1902-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Faint splashes of champagne toning are visible over the fully brilliant and highly lustrous silver surfaces of this Gem. Vertical rolling lines on the cheek remain from planchet preparation before the coin was struck, and in no way affect the grade. PCGS has only certified 33 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P6, N1793)

1103

1903 $1 MS67 PCGS. CAC. This highly lustrous Superb Gem displays just the slightest occasional hints of gold color under a loupe. The hair strands over Liberty's ear are slightly merged, but the remaining details are bold. Both sides are free of significant blemishes. Population: 64 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2, N2998)

1104

1903-O $1 MS66 ★ Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. CAC. An astounding piece that stands alone as the finest Deep Prooflike example of the issue certified by NGC, regardless of Star designation (9/09). The strike is generally crisp, and the fields are profoundly mirrored beneath intermittent veils of champagne toning. Extraordinary quality and eye appeal.(Registry values: P4, N7079)

1105

1903-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Large S. Pleasing luster issues from both sides of this near-Gem and a well executed strike leaves strong definition on the design features. Silver-white surfaces reveal a few minute marks that deny Gem classification. David Bowers (2006) opines that hundreds of thousands of the 1.241 million coinage were probably melted under the 1918 Pittman Act and various later melts. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: P7, N2998)

1106

1904 $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. The 1904 is seldom located with prooflike fields, and when encountered such coins tend to be dull and lack contrast. This piece is hardly dull. In fact, it is bright and sparkles with prooflike reflectivity and there is even an ever-so-slight contrast on each side. Fully struck, the coin is brilliant throughout with no mentionable abrasions. Population: 15 in 64 Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5, N1793)

1107

1904-S $1 MS61 PCGS. A brilliant Mint State example of the scarce 1904-S Morgan dollar, with subtle splashes of gold and steel toning over frosty white surfaces.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

1108

1904-S $1 MS62 PCGS. The 1904-S is one of many condition rarities in the Morgan dollar series. Most examples of this issue are found in circulated grades. This splendid Mint State piece has fully brilliant white-silver surfaces with frosty mint luster. An extraordinary coin for the modest grade.(Registry values: P7, N1793)

Proof Morgan Dollars

1109

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 PR64 NGC. The 7 Tailfeathers Reverse of 1878 has a parallel top arrow feather and flat breast on the eagle. David Bowers (2006) estimates that 250 to 300 proofs were minted, but that many unsold pieces were melted. Soft gold-tan patina clings to the margins of this crisply struck near-Gem. A few minuscule handling preclude Gem status, but Liberty's cheek and neck are remarkably smooth. Census: 20 in 64, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1110

1879 $1 PR62 PCGS. A pleasing proof in a lower numerical grade that will appeal to budget-minded collectors, this Morgan is boldly detailed with brilliant surfaces and only a trace of peripheral iridescence.(Registry values: N1793)

1111

1881 $1 PR65 NGC. Both sides of this Gem proof Morgan yield a slight golden-tan cast, and each displays a degree of filed-device contrast. A solid strike leaves strong detail on the design features. A few grade-consistent marks are inconsequential. Liberty's cheek and neck are remarkably clean.(Registry values: N2998)

1112

1881 $1 PR66 NGC. The proof dollars of 1881 (984 mintage) are obtainable without to much difficulty through near-Gem. Gems and Premium Gems are more challenging and higher-grade coins are elusive. Hints of gold-tan color cling to the margins of this PR66 offering and a decisive strike sharpens the design features. The latter are nicely highlighted by the mirrored fields. Both sides are impeccably preserved. Census: 25 in 66, 18 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1113

1891 $1 --Artificial Toning--NGC. Proof. Dramatic concentric bands of cobalt-blue, plum-red, and autumn-gold provide a visual treat, even if the coloration has been helped by forces other than those of Mother Nature. Boldly struck with flashy mirrors and no obvious hairlines.(Registry values: N991)

1114

1891 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. The proof mintage of Morgan dollars in this year was a modest 650 coins, yet many such as the present piece show considerable cameo contrast, with moderately frosted devices and deeply mirrored fields. This example is silver-white save for a hint of gold at the rims on each side. The strike is a touch soft over the ear, a trait often seen on this issue. Census: 15 in 67 Cameo, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1115

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 high points of the design and along the rim. The deeply reflective fields and sharply struck devices are equally free of grade-limiting blemishes. Sharp 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: 14 in 66 Cameo, 20 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N10218)

1116

1896 $1 PR68 PCGS. As a general rule, proof Morgan dollars survive in higher numerical grades than business strikes. That is because proofs were acquired by collectors who took the care necessary to preserve them in the best possible quality. However, even the proofs are extremely rare at grades above PR67. The present example, tied with 12 others certified by NGC and PCGS with none finer, illustrates that rarity. It also exhibits incredible multicolored rainbow toning that further enhances its aesthetic appeal and desirability. Clearly evident is its excellent cameo contrast, although the toning prevents a Cameo designation. This highly desirable dollar will please any connoisseur. Population: 7 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1117

1896 $1 PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC. The 1896 proof Morgan dollars have been held up as examples of the finest silver proof coinage of the 19th century, and when one examines specimens such as this Premium Gem with Ultra Cameo contrast, it is difficult to disagree. Each side offers a strong black-and-white effect at most angles, though the broad, frosted expanse of Liberty's cheek shows a hint of gold when tilted just so. Its technical preservation is as laudable as its eye appeal, and the strike reveals complete breast feather definition. Census: 7 in 66 Ultra Cameo, 23 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1118

1897 $1 PR67 Cameo NGC. A goodly number of 1897 proof Morgan dollars have survived from the original mintage of 731 pieces, but relatively few of these are designated as Cameos. The present Superb Gem Cameo proof displays a soft golden cast, slightly deeper at the margins. Sharply struck, lightly frosted devices yield strong contrast with the deeply mirrored fields. Impeccably preserved throughout. Census: 13 in 67 Cameo, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1119

1898 $1 PR67 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. From a proof mintage of only 735 coins. Proof Morgan silver dollars minted in the years 1895-1898 are known for their high technical quality and beautiful appearance. The dollars of 1898 are particularly noteworthy in this respect. Most examples seen are boldly struck on high quality, polished planchets. It is evident that the engravers and diesinkers at the Mint had perfected the proof die production process to a high state of the art. Proofs of later years seldom show the deep cameo contrast that is characteristic of examples from this period. Michael Fuljenz states, "This date was probably the best made in the entire series."
The present coin is a masterpiece of the minter's art. The strike is perfect, with every detail of the design elements fully brought up. The thickly frosted devices contrast dramatically with the virtually flawless fields. The deeply mirrored surfaces produce a chromium effect, and the white-on-black contrast of the issue is a match for present-day proof coins. There is no detectable color on either side, and the overall eye appeal is outstanding. A great prize for the collector of pre-modern proofs as well as the Morgan dollar specialist. Census: 15 in 67 Ultra Cameo, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1120

1900 $1 PR66 Cameo NGC. An impressive strike leaves sharp definition on the design elements, including near-complete detail in the hair over Liberty's ear. Mirrored fields highlight the motifs, and a barely discernible dusting of champagne-gold color rests on both sides, each of which is devoid of mentionable marks. Census: 11 in 66 Cameo, 20 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1121

1902 $1 PR65 PCGS. CAC. A lovely, upper-end example of this low-mintage proof issue. Of the 777 proofs struck, few are extant today in Gem or better condition and even fewer still with even the slightest amount of contrast between the fields and devices. The surfaces are brilliant throughout and there are no mentionable or noticeable contact marks on either side of this superlative proof. Population: 20 in 65, 22 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Peace Dollars

1122

1921 $1 MS65 NGC. This deeply toned Gem has frosty underlying surfaces with excellent design definition, save for the centers that are always weak on this issue. The surfaces are virtually pristine.(Registry values: N1793)

1123

1923-D $1 MS66 NGC. Jade-green, lilac, and honey-gold enrich the obverse. The reverse has only a whisper of tan patina. A crisply struck Premium Gem with exemplary surfaces and several interesting spindly die cracks. The 1923-D is common through MS64, but is seldom seen in the present quality. Census: 22 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1124

1923-S $1 MS65 NGC. Vibrant luster and dramatic toning are hallmarks of this remarkable Gem example. In terms of sheer eye appeal, it would be difficult to find a much finer specimen, and this piece is certainly one of the most attractive that we have ever encountered. Boldly struck and intensely lustrous with delightful, speckled russet, purple, and cobalt-blue patina. A few trivial marks are all that keep this specimen from an even finer grade. Census: 75 in 65, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1125

1924 $1 MS67 NGC. The 1924 is and will always be plentiful in typical Mint State grades, but the present Superb Gem is close to immaculate and possesses an intricate strike. The lustrous surfaces are bathed in exquisite lime-green, apricot, and cream-gray patina. Census: 71 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1126

1924-S $1 MS64 NGC. CAC. Both sides show a broad diagonal stripe of peach and dots of peripheral tan-olive, with light silver-gray color present elsewhere. Pleasingly detailed for the issue with few overt abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

1127

1924-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Blushes of peach patina are more prominent on the reverse. The cartwheel luster is dazzling, the strike is above average, and the obverse is particularly well preserved.(Registry values: N991)

1128

1924-S $1 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Light golden-tan patina appears on both sides of this near-Gem dollar. Well struck, and revealing a few minor grade-defining marks. Difficult to obtain in higher grades; PCGS has only certified 74 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1129

1926-S $1 MS65 NGC. CAC. A condition rarity in finer grades, with just 38 finer NGC certified examples recorded in over 20 years. This brilliant and untoned Gem has extraordinary surfaces and incredible eye appeal.(Registry values: N991)

1130

1927-D $1 MS64 PCGS. Light honey patina prevents full brilliance, but the connoisseur will cherish the present low mintage near-Gem due to its bold strike, potent luster, and unusually mark-free obverse.(Registry values: N991)

1131

1927-D $1 MS65 PCGS. Even though two and a half bags of this issue entered the market several years ago, it has had little significant impact on the availability of Gems. This piece has full definition on Liberty's hair, and the reverse is just a bit less well brought up. There are no obvious abrasions on either side, and both obverse and reverse are covered with a light speckling of golden-russet patina. PCGS has only certified nine finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1132

1927-S $1 MS64 PCGS. Light to medium almond-gold toning visits this intricately struck and thoroughly lustrous near-Gem. Marks are nearly absent aside from faint grazes on the neck and bust truncation.(Registry values: N991)

1133

1928 $1 MS64 PCGS. Gentle green-gold toning visits this lustrous and sharply struck near-Gem. The 1928 has less than half the mintage of any other issue in the series. Encapsulated in a green label holder.(Registry values: N991)

1134

1934 $1 MS67 NGC. Superb Gem Peace dollars of any stripe are exceedingly rare. Out of nearly a half-million Peace dollars that NGC has certified in all grades, 263 of them have been graded MS67, along with two MS68s (9/09). This works out to any Peace dollar submitted to NGC having an average chance of being graded MS67 at about 0.058%, or one in every 1,721 submissions. For the 1934 issue, NGC has certified five MS67 pieces, with none finer. This piece offers strikingly attractive satiny surfaces, with silver centers ceding to amber-gold rim toning. The impeccable strike has fully brought up Liberty's curls in the central obverse--a phenomenon almost never seen on this issue--and the appeal elsewhere on both sides is equally high. An essential acquisition for the finest type or Peace dollar set.(Registry values: N4719)

1135

1934-D $1 MS65 PCGS. Frosty silver-white dominates the eye appeal of this Denver Gem, while an arc of deeper tan-sage is noted at the truncation of the bust. Carefully preserved and delightful.(Registry values: N1793)

1136

1934-S $1 MS62 NGC. A virtually stone-white example of this well known Mint State key date. The strike is exemplary, the luster is comprehensive, and both sides are relatively unabraded for the MS62 level, despite moderate contact on the IB in PLURIBUS. Careful study reveals faint tan toning, more discernible on the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1137

1934-S $1 MS64 NGC. Light autumn-gold toning graces the margins of this lustrous near-Gem. The fields are unabraded, and careful inspection is required to locate the few inconspicuous marks. The 1934-S is the series key between AU50 and MS64, ceding to the low mintage 1928 in most circulated grades and to such condition rarities as the 1928-S in MS65.(Registry values: N2998)

1138

1934-S $1 MS64 PCGS. This piece offers bounteous satiny luster on both sides, with silver-gray surfaces overall and just a touch of color near the rims. Despite a few wispy contact marks on the high points, the excellent strike and superior surfaces make this example appear oh-so-close to the coveted Gem grade. A wonderful specimen of this key Peace dollar issue.(Registry values: N2998)

1139

1934-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. The hands-down key to the Peace dollar series, and in demand in all grades but even more so in Gem condition. The 1934-S dollars mostly entered circulation, according to Roger Burdette's recent Guide Book on the subject, and for a long period many collectors thought several other issues in the series were scarcer, leading to no hoards having been set aside. This silver-white beauty shows the usual weak strike on the hair just over the ear, but otherwise is enormously appealing. PCGS has certified only 23 coins finer (9/09). A good candidate to begin building a superlative Peace dollar collection with--first.(Registry values: N2998)

1140

1934-S $1 MS65 NGC. CAC. Although a few issues have lower mintages, the 1934-S is the scarcest Peace dollar in Mint State. Most such examples grade between MS62 and MS64, but this is a full Gem with well preserved surfaces and only a whisper of sun-gold toning. The centers show minor striking incompleteness, but the remainder of the design is crisp.(Registry values: N2998)

1141

1935-S $1 MS65 PCGS. Four rays below ONE, a design subtype only used on the 1935-S. Straw-gold and milky shadings visit this lustrous and boldly impressed Gem. The obverse is beautifully preserved, and the reverse has only minor marks near PLURIBUS. In a first generation holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1142

1935-S $1 MS65 NGC. Four rays below ONE. Great eye appeal for this final S-mint Peace dollar issue. The strike and luster are appreciably above-average, and a long arc of golden-tan and violet patina graces the right obverse rim. A single abrasion at the truncation of the bust precludes an even finer designation.(Registry values: N1793)

Commemorative Silver

1143

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS64 NGC. DuVall 2-C. Moderate aqua-blue and russet shades enrich the obverse. The reverse features rich sea-green and cherry-red toning. The obverse is surprising bereft of marks, and the reverse has only a few faint grazes on the field beneath the flank.(Registry values: N1793)

1144

1900 $1 Lafayette Dollar MS65 NGC. DuVall 1-B. This nearly unabraded Gem has satin luster and a crisp strike. Deeply patinated in original golden-brown, apple-green, lilac, and powder-blue shades. The only silver dollar commemorative issue prior to 1983, and seldom available above the MS65 level.(Registry values: N4719)

1145

1921 50C Alabama 2x2 MS66 NGC. Bright silver-white radiance overall with just a hint of pink-tan peripheral toning. A pleasing Premium Gem example of the more elusive 2x2 variant.(Registry values: N2998)

1146

1935/34-D 50C Boone MS67 ★ NGC. A stunningly toned Superb Gem survivor of this infamous lowest-mintage classic silver commemorative. Gold-gray and orange central toning gives way to a narrow band of plum at the rims.(Registry values: N2998)

1147

1937 50C Boone MS67 PCGS. CAC. Russet-brown, forest-green, and stone-gray invigorate this shimmering Superb Gem. Well struck save for the hand clutching the scroll. Population: 68 in 67, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1148

1937-D 50C Boone MS67 NGC. CAC. An exceptional Superb Gem, this piece has ivory mint frost with peripheral iridescent toning that frames the sharp design motifs. Census: 28 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1149

1936-D 50C Cincinnati MS66 PCGS. CAC. Lovely lemon-gold drapes this lustrous Premium Gem. Hints of aqua-blue and cherry-red grace the margins. Essentially devoid of post-strike abrasions, though the highpoints of the harpist retain the texture of the planchet.(Registry values: N1793)

1150

1936-D 50C Cincinnati MS67 NGC. Delicate sun-gold and powder-blue shadings drape this coruscating and undisturbed Superb Gem. The Cincinnati ranks among the more coveted types of the classic commemorative series, as only 5,000 PDS sets were issued. Census: 32 in 67, 2 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1151

1936 50C Cleveland MS67 PCGS. CAC. Aqua-green, reddish-gold, and purple toning concentrates at the obverse margins ceding to splashes of golden-gray in the center. Dappled olive-green, red, and brown patina occupies the reverse. Sharply struck and minimally marked. Population: 39 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1152

1922 50C Grant With Star AU58 PCGS. A hint of chestnut toning graces this sharply struck and satiny pearl-gray example. A trace of friction on the hair above the ear decides the grade of this low mintage slider.(Registry values: N991)

1153

1928 50C Hawaiian--Scratched, Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. A more readily affordable example of this challenging issue. This pale silver-gray example likely was a pocket-piece, as suggested by the numerous abrasions in the fields and the rub on the highest design elements. Hairlines come from a past cleaning.(Registry values: N1793)

1154

1928 50C Hawaiian MS61 ICG. The bright untoned surfaces of this Hawaii commemorative exhibit relatively well struck design features. Wispy marks show up under high magnification and a shallow graze is located in the lower left reverse field. David Bowers (2008) points out that the $2 issue price was the highest for any commemorative half up to this time.(Registry values: N1793)

1155

1928 50C Hawaiian MS66 NGC. The 1928 Hawaiian half commemorated the 150th anniversary of Captain James Cook's landing in Hawaii. Specimens are available through the near-Gem level, but the certified population declines noticeably in Gem and quite precipitously any finer. This Premium Gem displays soft champagne-gold and ice-blue patina on lustrous surfaces that are well defined. Several marks are visible in the upper left obverse field. Census: 71 in 66, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1156

1935 50C Hudson MS64 PCGS. Soft glimpses of gold add interest to surfaces that are otherwise uniformly pearl-gray. Subtly lustrous and mildly abraded but with considerable eye appeal for a near-Gem.(Registry values: N991)

1157

1935 50C Hudson MS65 PCGS. CAC. A lustrous, softly struck Gem representative of this conditionally challenging classic commemorative. Patches of peripheral orange, gold, and umber frame pale silver-gray centers.(Registry values: N1793)

1158

1935 50C Hudson MS65 NGC. Hints of tan-gold show up under magnification, especially around the peripheries and in the central obverse. This is a pleasing, minimally marked commemorative.(Registry values: N1793)

1159

1935 50C Hudson MS66 PCGS. Caramel-gold toning fills the borders and encroaches upon the ice-blue centers. This evenly struck Premium Gem has vivacious luster and only a few tiny marks, mostly confined to the reverse. The Hudson type is among the scarcest, as only 10,000 pieces (plus an additional eight coins for assay) were struck.(Registry values: N2998)

1160

1925 50C Lexington MS66 PCGS. Impressively lustrous and distinctively toned. This Premium Gem has rich orange, green-gold, burgundy, and silver-blue toning across the obverse. The reverse shows a subtler mix of similar colors prevailing, with deeper shadings at the right rim.(Registry values: N1793)

1161

1921 50C Missouri 2x4 MS65 PCGS. Gray-lilac centers deepen noticeably at the peripheries of this splendid Gem Missouri 2x4, one of the keys to the commemorative silver series, along with the Missouri "Plain," the Hawaiian, Lafayette dollar, Hudson, Grant With Star, and a few others well-known to series specialists. PCGS has certified only 23 pieces finer than this lovely Gem coin (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1162

1938 50C New Rochelle MS66 Prooflike NGC. An absolutely stunning piece with captivating prooflike surfaces and needle-sharp details. Close inspection under magnification reveals only a couple of tiny marks. NGC has certified only 13 Prooflike examples finer (8/09).

1163

1926-S 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. CAC. Rose, orange, and blue-green shadings let through thin veins of silver-gray on this gorgeous Superb Gem. Solidly struck save for the bow hand, which is weak on nearly all 1926-dated Oregon halves. Population: 94 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1164

1926-S 50C Oregon MS67 PCGS. CAC. One of the most attractive examples of this popular commemorative issue that we have ever examined, this impressive piece displays a complete layer of deep, variegated toning over both sides. The centers are mostly golden-brown, except for purple-rose accents on the Indian, while vibrant electric-blue and rose iridescence decorates the peripheries. Well struck, impeccably preserved, and lustrous, simply a great Superb Gem example. Population: 94 in 67, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1165

1926-S 50C Oregon MS67 NGC. CAC. An impressive Superb Gem with golden-brown and iridescent toning on both sides. The strike is sharp and the surfaces are satiny and lustrous. Census: 147 in 67, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1166

1938-D 50C Oregon MS68 NGC. An outstanding Superb Gem that has a pristine obverse and only microscopic contact on the reverse. A good strike with a mere hint of softness on the back of the covered wagon. Stone-gray overall although glimpses of apricot make infrequent appearances. Census: 57 in 68, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1167

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS64 NGC. Blue and peach peripheral shadings grace each side of this lustrous near-Gem. The obverse has a near-brilliant center, while the reverse shows rich orange color there.(Registry values: N1793)

1168

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific MS66 PCGS. This stone-white and lustrous Premium Gem has an impeccable strike, and the reverse appears pristine. The obverse is also devoid of abrasions save for a thin mark beneath the lower hand. The mintmark is lightly repunched north.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 6/2005), lot 7161, which realized $4,025.(Registry values: N2998)

1169

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS64 NGC. Satiny luster shows through the veneer of soft gold and ice-blue patina, and a well executed strike delivers sharp definition to the design elements. A few light reverse field marks deny Gem classification.(Registry values: N1793)

1170

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS65 PCGS. Dusky tan-gold and gunmetal-gray embrace this shimmering and unblemished Gem. One small area of deeper toning beneath the second T in TRUST. A well struck example of this scarce low mintage type.(Registry values: N1793)

1171

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS65 NGC. Faint golden tints visit otherwise pale silver-white surfaces that show a pebbly texture. This minimally marked Gem is well struck with solid eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

1172

1935 50C Spanish Trail MS67 PCGS. One of the scarcer keys to the silver commemorative half dollar set, the Spanish Trail has an unusual design story, front and back. This Superb Gem is about as nice as they come, since NGC and PCGS combined have certified only eight coins finer. This superlative ice-white example is free of color (and the usual contact) on both sides, with singular eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

1173

1935-D 50C Texas MS68 PCGS. CAC. As one of just four MS68 pieces known to PCGS with none finer (9/09), this is a Registry collector essential. The surfaces are absolutely smooth with the "halo" luster peculiar to the series. Light blue toning prevails, though the upper left obverse shows an arc of golden-tan at the rim, and a few dots of the same color are present elsewhere.(Registry values: N2998)

1174

1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. This impressive Superb Gem has satiny silver luster with pearlescent toning. The design motifs are bold and the surfaces are nearly flawless. Census: 18 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1175

1949-D 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. Faint pink and gold toning elements visit otherwise light silver-gray surfaces. Fantastically lustrous, an appealing Superb Gem. Census: 18 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1176

1951 50C Booker T. Washington MS67 NGC. Dazzling luster exudes from each side of this commemorative half and a well executed strike delivers sharp definition to the design elements. The essentially untoned obverse cedes to a blend of soft sky-blue and gold-orange at the reverse periphery. Aside from light "chatter" marks on the cheek the surfaces are very clean. Census: 7 in 67, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1177

1951-S 50C Washington-Carver MS67 NGC. The splendid pinkish-gray center on the reverse deepens at the rims into gold, jade, and cinnamon. The reverse show an untoned central area with a wide band of varying colors, attractive but unusual. This piece is clearly atop the Condition Census, as it is one of 13 MS67s at NGC, and PCGS has never graded one finer than MS66 (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1178

1954-D 50C Washington-Carver MS66 NGC. Both sides of this extraordinary Washington-Carver half dollar are brilliant and untoned, with pristine surfaces and frosty mint luster. This series is seldom found as nice as the present example. Even the common 1952 is a elusive so fine. Census: 17 in 66, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1179

1954-D 50C Washington-Carver MS66 PCGS. Light champagne toning graces each side of this Premium Gem with frosty underlying silver luster. A wonderful strike adds to the important of this elusive piece. Population: 22 in 66, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1180

1936 50C Wisconsin MS68 NGC. Olive and mustard-gold peripheral tints give way to silver-gray close to the centers. Slight softness of strike on the leaves close to the badger, as usually seen, but an impressively preserved coin overall. Tied for numerically finest in the combined certified population (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Commemorative Gold

1181

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/McKinley MS66 NGC. Scintillating luster radiates beneath the vibrant yellow-gold patina. A few wispy luster grazes do not detract. This sharply struck Premium Gem would make an excellent addition to a classic commemorative set.(Registry values: N2998)

1182

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS63 PCGS. Lustrous lemon-gold surfaces exhibit sharply struck design features. A few handling marks on each side are distributed, including an inconspicuous abrasion on Lewis' cheekbone.(Registry values: N1793)

1183

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS64 NGC. A gorgeous lemon-yellow example of the first Lewis and Clark commemorative gold dollar, with brilliant satin luster and exceptional surfaces for the grade. This challenging gold issue is popular for its important historical connections to the Thomas Jefferson presidency and the Louisiana Purchase.(Registry values: N2998)

1184

1904 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS65 PCGS. The brassy-gold surfaces of this Gem take on slightly deeper shades at the margins. Both sides possess pleasing luster and exhibit well impressed design elements. A few minute marks are visible, including a light graze on the cheek of the reverse portrait.(Registry values: N4719)

1185

1905 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS62 NGC. Strong yellow-gold luster with few abrasions for the grade. The well struck devices on this second-year Lewis and Clark dollar show slight dullness on the high points.(Registry values: N1793)

1186

1905 G$1 Lewis and Clark MS63 PCGS. A satiny peach-gold Select commemorative that is well struck aside from selected portions of the denticles. There are no obvious abrasions. A good value relative to higher grades.(Registry values: N1793)

1187

1915-S G$1 Panama-Pacific Gold Dollar MS65 NGC. CAC. Delicately frosted high points lend this butter-yellow Gem an aura of old-time elegance. Pleasingly preserved for a Panama-Pacific piece with an attractive strike.(Registry values: N2998)

1188

1915-S $2 1/2 Panama-Pacific Quarter Eagle MS62 PCGS. CAC. The number of 1915-S Panama-Pacific quarter eagles minted (including 17 assay coins) was 10,017. David Bowers (2008) indicates that 3,268 pieces, including the assay coins, were melted. Peach-gold patina resides on the lustrous surfaces of this MS62 survivor, and most of the design elements are well struck. A couple of shallow scratches are noted in the lower left reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1189

1915-S $2 1/2 Panama-Pacific Quarter Eagle MS62 PCGS. An early recycler, Mint Engraver Charles Barber reused his "defiant eagle" design from an earlier pattern for the reverse of this issue. The frosty golden-orange surfaces are lustrous, with lots of appeal for the assigned grade. A popular and in-demand commemorative gold issue.(Registry values: N1793)

1190

1915-S $2 1/2 Panama-Pacific Quarter Eagle MS65 NGC. The lustrous surfaces of this Pan-Pac Gem display attractive peach-gold color imbued with traces of mint-green. Sharp definition characterizes the design features, and neither side reveals marks inconsistent with the designated grade. Comes with an NGC Photo Proof.(Registry values: N2998)

1191

1916 G$1 McKinley MS65 PCGS. Bold orange-gold luster dominates the eye appeal of this McKinley dollar. Above-average design definition and preservation complete its Gem status. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N2998)

1192

1916 G$1 McKinley MS67 PCGS. CAC. The 1916 McKinley Memorial gold dollars marked the second time the president had appeared on a commemorative gold piece, the first being the 1903 Louisiana Purchase-McKinley issue. This wonderful Superb Gem offers blazing surfaces that are essentially free of all distractions. Among the finest certified, save for one finer at NGC. Population: 59 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1193

1916 G$1 McKinley MS67 PCGS. The 1916 McKinley is a popular gold commemorative dollar that is considerably more available than the elusive 1917 McKinley, actually increasing demand for the 1916 from gold type collectors. This splendid Superb Gem offers a bold strike and beautiful orange-gold color, with no mentionable distractions save for a shallow mark at the front of the president's neck. Population: 59 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1194

1916 G$1 McKinley MS68 NGC. This recently certified MS68 representative sets a new standard for McKinley dollar quality, since it is now the sole finest example in the combined certified population (9/09). The piece radiates quality from all perspectives. The frosted mint luster two characteristic vertical streaks of comparative brilliance running through the lettering on the upper reverse. Up close, the coin's impressive detail is readily apparent, as are pink and olive accents. Finally, even under magnification, flaws are virtually nil. For the collector who wants the best, there is now only one option, and this opportunity is not to be missed.(Registry values: N7079)

1195

1922 G$1 Grant No Star AU58 ANACS. Bright yellow patina enhances the lustrous surfaces of this briefly circulated representative. Grant's hair is a trifle soft, but there are no significant marks. A desirable early gold commemorative.(Registry values: N1793)

1196

1922 G$1 Grant With Star MS65 PCGS. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder, this Gem Grant With Star gold dollar has frosty light yellow luster, sharp design definition, and few surface marks of any consequence. The incuse Star on the obverse had no significance, and was created within the Mint for unknown reasons, to the delight of the Grant association, who had a second variety to sell for their fund raising efforts.(Registry values: N2998)

1197

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.(Registry values: N2998)

1198

1926 $2 1/2 Sesquicentennial MS66 PCGS. Both sides of this Premium Gem commemorative quarter eagle display a subtle blend of peach-gold and mint-green patination and a deliberate strike imparts crisp definition to the design features. The few minuscule marks present are well within the parameters of the grade designation.(Registry values: N4719)

Proof Commemorative Gold

1199

1903 G$1 Louisiana Purchase/Jefferson PR61 NGC. David Bowers, discussing the Jefferson and McKinley gold dollars of 1903 in his United States Commemorative Coins reference, writes that the proofs (of which 100 were struck of each date) come on the market only infrequently, and usually only in major auctions or other important sale events. The present offering of this Jefferson example is thus an important opportunity for the commemorative gold specialist. Its yellow-gold surfaces display modest field-device contrast on the obverse, and a solid strike delivers sharp definition to both sides. The few marks scattered about are not all that bad for the numeric designation.

Modern Issues

1200

1984-S G$10 Olympic Gold Ten Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Extraordinary contrast is presented on flawless yellow-gold surfaces with deeply mirrored fields and frosty devices. Population: 60 in 70 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1201

1993-S $1 Jefferson Silver Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. The proof Jefferson silver dollar issue was struck at San Francisco, and it is one of the few instances in the modern commemorative series wherein the proof mintage does not double-up that of the uncirculated-finish issue. This PR70 Deep Cameo coin is one of only eight assigned that grade by PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N491)

1202

1994-P $1 P.O.W. Silver Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. This flat-out flawless Prisoner of War silver dollar commemorative is one of just three PR70 Deep Cameo coins graded by PCGS (9/09), making it a strong trump for the Registry collector. A boldly appealing example of this increasingly popular issue.(Registry values: N991)

1203

1995-W G$5 Olympic/Torch Runner Gold Five Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Boldly contrasted and utterly flawless. The Torch Runner was the most popular and highest-selling five dollar gold piece struck to commemorate the Atlanta Olympics.(Registry values: N1793)

1204

1996-P $1 Smithsonian Silver Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. The elegant Smithsonian silver dollar design has made it a favorite among collectors, even though "issue fatigue" at the time kept it from being a strong seller. This PR70 Deep Cameo coin, one of only six so graded by PCGS (9/09), defines black-and-white perfection.(Registry values: N991)

1205

1997-S $1 Jackie Robinson Silver Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. A boldly contrasted rendition of a dramatic scene with Jackie Robinson sliding into home plate. One of only 17 PR70 Deep Cameo examples known to PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1206

1997-W G$5 Jackie Robinson Gold Five Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. With just 85 coins in the ultimate grade known to PCGS (9/09), a PR70 Deep Cameo Jackie Robinson five is a Registry essential. This gorgeous specimen is sure to please.(Registry values: N2998)

1207

1997-W G$5 Franklin D. Roosevelt Gold Five Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. The president who halted American gold coinage appears on this commemorative half eagle. One of only 87 pieces assigned a perfect Deep Cameo grade by PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1208

1998-S $1 Black Patriots Silver Dollar PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS has graded only 14 Black Patriots (or Crispus Attucks) silver dollars as PR70 Deep Cameo (9/09). This is one of them, profoundly mirrored with a faint suggestion of patina near the left obverse rim.(Registry values: N1793)

1209

2000-W $10 Library of Congress Bimetallic Ten Dollars MS70 NGC. A technically flawless example of this increasingly popular but low-mintage bimetallic commemorative issue. Comes with original box and slipcase.(Registry values: P2)

1210

2000-W $10 Library of Congress PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. A perfect proof example of the only bimetallic issue in the modern commemorative series. This piece has deeply mirrored fields and lustrous devices.(Registry values: P2)

Modern Bullion Coins

1211

1988-S $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. This perfect proof silver eagle shows the popular Walking Liberty design to its full advantage, with brilliant and untoned silver surfaces and stunning contrast. Population: 58 in 70 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1212

1994-P $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Profoundly reflective in the fields with beautiful diamond-frost across the devices. The eye appeal is that of sharp perfection. One of just 37 coins so graded by PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1213

1995-P $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. This impeccable proof has intense contrast produced through a combination of snow-white devices and jet-black fields. Population: 66 in 70 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1214

Five-Piece Gold Eagle 10th Anniversary Proof Set Including 1995-W One-Ounce Silver. This lot includes the outer box, velvet case, inner booklet, and five uncertified coins in their plastic capsules. Each coin has been carefully preserved, exhibiting bold contrast and incredible aesthetic appeal. Patterned after the Saint-Gaudens double eagle and the Walking Liberty half dollar, the designs are perennial favorites. The proof 1995-W American Eagle proof silver dollar is the star of the set, accompanied by the one-ounce, half-ounce, quarter-ounce, and tenth-ounce proof gold eagles.(Registry values: N1793)

1215

1996-P $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Simple perfection with flawless contrast. The mirrors are infinitely reflective on this 1996-P silver American Eagle. One of just 88 coins so graded by PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1216

1997-P $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Boldly appealing with nary a flaw visible on either side. The contrast is absolute. This specimen is one of 90 pieces so graded by PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1217

1999-P $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. An incredible perfect proof example, the deeply mirrored fields and frosty devices create an unimprovable deep cameo appearance on both sides. Population: 84 in 70 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1218

2000-P $1 Silver Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. Peerless preservation and fantastic mirrors. This is one of just 50 2000-P silver American Eagle proofs granted a PR70 Deep Cameo grade by PCGS (9/09).(Registry values: N491)

1219

2005 G$50 One-Ounce Gold Eagle MS70 NGC. Careful inspection with a strong lens cannot locate even a single planchet flake on the shimmering surfaces of this outstanding modern gold bullion coin.

1220

2006 G$50 One-Ounce Gold Eagle MS70 PCGS. A spectacular honey-gold representative without the minute strike-throughs often seen on high grade examples of this widely pursued type. The surfaces appear perfect even upon inspection beneath a powerful loupe.

1221

2006 $50 One-Ounce Gold Eagle MS70 NGC. The popular design gold American Eagle is offered here in perfect MS70 grade, considered perfect quality, and indeed it is.

1222

2006 $50 One-Ounce Gold Buffalo MS70 NGC. NGC First Strike designation. A technically flawless example of this popular one-ounce gold Buffalo issue. The series is coined in pure gold, providing an alternative to the coin-alloy American Eagles that might be more attractive to international collectors.

1223

2006-W $50 One-Ounce Gold Buffalo PR70 Ultra Cameo NGC. Technically flawless with absolute contrast. The textured fields are remarkably reflective, the perfect counterpoint to the thick but fine frost on the devices.

1224

2008 G$50 One-Ounce Gold Buffalo MS70 PCGS. PCGS designated First Strike. A magnificent sun-gold example that combines coruscating luster with immaculate preservation. Unlisted in the 2010 Guide Book, which only displays those issues that bear the West Point mintmark.

1225

2007-W $100 One-Ounce Platinum Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. An utterly flawless representative of the largest denomination struck by the United States. The contrast between the mirrors and the frosted devices is absolute. A one-year type, as are all post-1997 proof platinum eagles.

1226

2007-W $100 One-Ounce Platinum Eagle PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. The one-year Executive Branch reverse, with a close-up of an eagle behind a shield, wings spread. This gleaming proof has immaculate surfaces and unsurpassable eye appeal.

1227

2008-W $100 One-Ounce Platinum Eagle MS70 NGC. An immaculate representative of this low mintage single year type. Fully struck and undisturbed with a mere whisper of chestnut toning.

1228

2009 $20 Ultra High Relief MS70 PCGS. An outstanding example with satiny concave fields and needle-sharp high relief devices. Unimprovable in quality, and a highly popular single year gold type.

1229

2009 G$50 One-Ounce Gold Eagle MS70 NGC. A flawless representative with satiny straw-gold surfaces. This bullion gold type is always popular when encountered in the ultimate numismatic grade.

Coins of Hawaii

1230

1847 1C Hawaii Cent MS64 Brown PCGS. CAC. Medcalf 2CC-1, with crosslet 4 in the date and 18 berries on the reverse, considered the second rarest die variety. A berry is centered below the right side of the W. The Crosslet 4, 18 Berries is the second most difficult of six die marriages used on these interesting Hawaiian cents, trailing only the elusive Plain 4, 15 Berries 7x8. This is a pleasing, pristine near-Gem piece with considerable muted red on each side, in spite of the Brown designation. The surfaces are also remarkably free from carbon, which should make this coin especially interesting to the specialist.

1231

1883 10C Hawaii Ten Cents MS63 PCGS. A whisper of gold toning denies full brilliance, but this boldly struck and lustrous representative lacks obvious marks and exudes impressive eye appeal.

1232

1883 25C Hawaii Quarter MS66 PCGS. CAC. Gold and blue-violet peripheral toning gives way to near-brilliant centers on this astounding Premium Gem. Excellent definition and stunning eye appeal. PCGS has graded just 12 coins finer (9/09).

1233

1883 50C Hawaii Half Dollar MS63 PCGS. A sizeable hoard of Hawaii quarters has made that denomination fairly plentiful, but the hapalua or half dollar is elusive, as are the umi keneta (dime) and dala (silver dollar). Original blended golden-brown and cream-gray toning adorns satiny and sharply impressed surfaces. PCGS has graded 64 finer examples (9/09).

1234

1883 $1 Hawaii Dollar MS63 PCGS. A gorgeous Asahi Dalai as the Hawaiian dollar is known, with satiny luster beaming through deep gray-brown, blue-violet, and iridescent toning. No readily apparent abrasions or imperfections are evident on either side of this splendid piece. Population: 14 in 63, 33 finer (9/09).

Errors

1235

1904 Indian Cent--Double Struck, Second Striking 30% Off Center--XF45 NGC. The second strike is widely off center toward 10:30, at 10 o'clock relative to the first strike. The dates from both strikes are clear and complete. The obverse is golden-brown, and the reverse has slightly deeper steel-gray toning.

1236

1990 Lincoln Cent--Struck on a Struck Dime--MS64 PCGS. A bold and intriguing 11 cents error. The cent obverse shows the dime's reverse as an undertype, and vice versa. The date of the dime is not given on the holder, yet more digits of that date are discernible than there are on the cent.

1237

2001 1C Lincoln Cent--Struck on a 2001-P Dime--MS67 NGC. A lustrous double denomination error with delicate tan toning and no indication of abrasions. The dime mintmark and the first three digits of its date are readily apparent. Roosevelt gazes south relative to the portrait of Lincoln. A wonderful 11-cent piece.

1238

1920 5C Buffalo Nickel--Partial Collar Strike--MS66 PCGS. To the untrained eye, this appears to be merely a high grade Buffalo nickel with vibrant luster and chestnut-gold and olive toning. However, the reverse is fully struck, unheard of for a business strike, the TY in LIBERTY show distortion from metal flow toward the rim, and the reverse rim is much wider at 3 o'clock than is the obverse rim at the same location.

1239

1991-P Jefferson Nickel--Struck on a Struck Cent--MS62 Red and Brown NGC. A previously struck cent entered a press striking nickels and received an overimpression. The columns of the Lincoln Memorial appear as "bars" on the portrait of Jefferson, and suggestions of the curves in Lincoln's portrait appear on and around Monticello. The date of the cent undertype has been obliterated.

Proof Sets

1240

Five-Piece 1936 Proof Set PR64 to PR66 PCGS. The cent is the Brilliant or Type Two variety, graded PR64 Red and Brown, and mostly red; the nickel is the Satin or Type One variety, graded PR66, with splashes of champagne over its light blue proof surfaces; the dime is PR65, fully brilliant with untoned surfaces; the quarter is PR65, similarly brilliant with untoned silver surfaces; and the half dollar grades PR65, also brilliant and untoned.

1241

Five-Piece 1942 Proof Set PR64 to PR66 PCGS. Includes the cent, PR64 Red Cameo, a surprising piece with bold contrast in copper-orange; the Type 1 nickel, PR65, faint golden patina and pleasing preservation; the dime, PR65, pale silver-gray toning overall and strong mirrors; the quarter, PR66, generally light silver-gray with peripheral golden-tan and sage elements; and the half, PR64, which has toning similar to the quarter's.

Mint Sets

1242

1947 PDS Mint Set. Uncertified. This 28-piece Mint Set is packaged in the original green cardboard holders. There are two examples of each regular-issue coin from the three mints. The San Francisco holder lacks half dollars as they were not produced at this facility in 1947. The coins appear to grade between MS61 and MS64 and are lightly to moderately toned.

1243

1947 PDS Mint Set. The 28-piece mint sets distributed in 1947 marked the beginning of the modern mint set era, and as such, they are highly prized today when found intact. The present set is remarkable, with lightly toned pieces that appear to be of uniformly Gem quality or possibly even higher. Housed in the now-famous green cardboard holders and an outer kraft envelope.

1244

1948 PDS Mint Set. Aside from the 1948-S half, which was not struck, this double set contains representatives of all the denomination and mint combinations for 1948. Coin condition ranges from Select to pushing Superb Gem territory. Patina is variable; cents run the spectrum of Red and Brown possibilities, and the other coins have toning ranging from mild to heavy. Comes in the green cardboard holders with outer envelope.

1245

1949 PDS Mint Set. A double set of all 1949 circulation-strike coins, which includes all five denominations at all three mints excepting the 1949-S quarter. Condition ranges from Select to Gem or a little better; cents are Red and Brown and the nickel and silver pieces have moderate to heavy peripheral toning. Comes in green cardboard holders with manila mailing envelope.

GSA Dollars

1246

1881-CC $1 MS66 NGC. Fantastically lustrous and largely silver-white with just a blush of peripheral peach toning. Both sides are sharply struck and carefully preserved. Band-certified in the original black holder, but without accompanying box or certificate.

Session 3

Patterns

1247

1850 P3CS Three Cent Silver, Judd-125 Original, Pollock-147, R.4, PR62 PCGS. The design for this three cent silver is similar to the famous Judd-67 gold dollar pattern from 1836, but the date has been moved to the obverse below the cap, and the denomination within the palm frond is expressed with a large Roman numeral III. Struck in silver with a plain edge. This popular design was executed by Franklin Peale from designs by James Longacre. The fields are bright and exude silvery flash while the devices are surrounded by deep gray-russet toning.

1248

1854 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-164 Original, Pollock-189, R.5, PR66 Brown NGC. The hook-necked flying eagle design is surrounded by stars and the date below. The reverse closely resembles the regular dies issue for the large cent, although the wreath and letters are smaller, as is the diameter. Struck in a bronze composition and specified exactly on the insert as: 93% copper, 6% tin, and 1 % zinc. The piece weighs 95.5 grains (also on the insert), which places it in the range for original strikings (90 to 100 grains), while restrikes are in the 113-grain range. Plain edge. The surfaces show even deep brown and blue patina with nicely reflective fields and sharply struck devices. There are no mentionable defects on either side.

1249

1855 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-168 Original, Pollock-193, R.4, PR64 Brown PCGS. A flying eagle cent pattern in a large format, featuring a hooked-neck eagle, slanting 5s on the obverse, and ONE CENT in the center of the reverse surrounded by a thick laurel wreath similar to a large cent. Struck in 94% copper, 5.1% tin, and 1% zinc (as indicated on the insert) with a plain edge. The piece also weighs 91.82 grains. Sharply struck with variegated medium and darker brown patina. The dies are prominently clashed, and a couple of small spots are noted.

1250

1855 1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-170a, R.8, PR64 PCGS. Thirteen stars surround an eagle that is flying slightly upward, similar to the Christian Gobrecht/Titian Peale flying eagle design for the Gobrecht dollars but with a longer, curved neck to the eagle. The date 1855 is below with slanted 5s, and the reverse is similar to the large cent. The planchet is slightly smaller than the large cent, but larger than the famous 1856 Flying Eagle cent. Struck with a plain edge in an alloy of 89% copper and 11% nickel, per the PCGS insert. The piece weighs 98.76 grains. Significant amounts of red are seen on each side with light blue interspersed. Light die clashing is seen on both obverse and reverse.

1251

1855 E1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-171A, Pollock-196, Low R.7, PR53 NGC. An eagle flying left dominates the obverse, 13 stars are arranged around the periphery, the date 1855 is below. On the reverse, the denomination ONE CENT is centered within a laurel wreath, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is at the border. The NGC insert shows this piece to be struck in a mixture of 68% copper, 17% nickel, and 15% zinc (a variant of German silver). The weight is also given as 116.3 grains. Plain edge. The devices are softly struck on each side, and die clashing is also evident. Muted gray-golden color.

1252

1858 P1C Flying Eagle Cent, Judd-202, Pollock-246, R.7, PR62 NGC. CAC. Snow-PT20. The rare subvariety of Judd-202 (R.5 overall) with six-leaf clusters in the wreath. Most examples of this scarce pattern are Pollock-245 with five-leaf clusters. This is the Paquet rendition of the Flying Eagle cent, noted for its small eagle and tall, thin lettering. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. Flashy and well struck with unmarked and minutely granular sun-gold fields.

1253

1858 P1C Indian Cent, Judd-212, Pollock-263, R.4, PR64 PCGS. Snow-PT25. Similar to the Indian Cent design as issued in 1860, but with a broad, ornamented shield at the top of the reverse. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge. The centered date, broad bust point Pollock/Snow variant of Judd-212. This well struck near-Gem has bright gold color along the margins and mellowed tan hues in the centers. A hint of obverse carbon prevents a finer grade. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 39 in 64, 9 finer (9/09).

1254

1859 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-238, Pollock-294, R.5, PR63 Brown NGC. The obverse shows Liberty facing right with laurel and vine in her hair. A ribbon below her 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. 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. This is the so-called "French Head" of Liberty. More than 30 pieces are believed to exist today in copper. Deep brown patina covers each side, and there are only a few contact marks visible.

1255

1859 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-239, Pollock-295, R.4, PR60 ANACS. Longacre's "French Head" design for the half dollar that features a bust of Liberty facing right, draped with a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY with a wide wreath of oak and vine on her head. The reverse has 1/2 DOLLAR in the center and is surrounded by a wreath of cotton, tobacco, corn, sugar cane, wheat, and oak. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Remnants of the original proof surface can still be seen beneath the deep gray toning of this piece. The surfaces are noticeably hairlined, accounting for the grade.

1256

1859 P50C Half Dollar, Judd-240, Pollock-296, R.5, PR62 Brown PCGS. The so-called "French Head" design, paired with a larger scale version of the dime "cereal wreath" reverse. Tall letters in UNITED STATES OF AMERICA are consistent with Paquet's style, although the portrait is attributed to Longacre. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. While deep mahogany and walnut tones prevail on this lightly hairlined specimen, a degree of faded reddish-orange is also present near the rims.

1257

1863 1C One Cent, Judd-299, Pollock-359, R.3, PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. Snow-PT1. Medal alignment. From regular issue dies, but struck in bronze with a plain edge. A transitional pattern for the 1864 bronze No L regular issue. Excellent surface quality and eye appeal with unusually flashy fields for a bronze coin. While much of each side shows tan to brown color, considerable bright copper-orange remains as well.

1258

1866 5C Five Cents, Judd-470, Pollock-562, Low R.6, PR65 Cameo NGC. On the obverse, a bust of George Washington faces right, the legend IN GOD WE TRUST above and the date below. A wreath of laurel on the reverse encloses the so-called Short 5 with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. The Judd-470 and related patterns are popular, not only with pattern enthusiasts but also Washingtonia collectors. This faintly peach-tinged Gem has strong mirrors and attractive contrast.

1259

1866 5C Shield Five Cents, Judd-491, Pollock-578, Low R.7, PR64 Brown PCGS. Five-cent pattern with an obverse similar to the adopted Shield nickel design, but the reverse features a "Dutch" numeral 5 inside a laurel wreath. Struck in copper or bronze with a plain edge. An important pattern variety with less than a dozen known. This example has hints of lilac patina over medium to dark brown toning.

1260

1866 5C Shield Five Cents, Judd-495, Pollock-582, High R.7, PR64 Brown NGC. The obverse design features the familiar heraldic shield with arrows, cross, and laurel branches. The shield is low in the field and divides the date 18-66. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST is engraved in small letters above the shield. The reverse shows a short numeral 5, centered in a thick laurel wreath, with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around. Struck in copper with a plain edge.
The Act of May 17, 1866 authorized a new five cent coin. Many patterns were devised in the search for a new coin design. The present example displays the Union Shield obverse, similar to the design used on the two cent coin of 1864. This design closely resembles the obverse adopted for business strikes, which began to appear in the summer of 1866.
This coin boasts an illustrious pedigree, appearing in some of the most important collections of the 20th century. The issue is extremely rare, and years often pass between auction appearances.
The present coin has a strong strike, with crisp detail in all devices. The reflective fields are accented by attractive shades of crimson and electric blue toning. The surfaces have relatively few handling marks for the grade, and eye appeal is excellent. A few small handling marks on the loop of the 5 provide a pedigree marker. Census: 3 in 64 Brown, 0 finer (9/09). PCGS has graded two pieces finer, both 65 Brown.
Ex: J. Brenner; F.C.C. Boyd; King Farouk; Palace Collections of Egypt (Sotheby's, 2/1954), lot 1800; Hirt (Pine Tree, 11/1975), lot 249; Auction '84 (Superior, 7/1984), lot 492; The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Two (Heritage, 1/2009), lot 1660.

1261

1868 1C One Cent, Judd-606, Pollock-671, Low R.7, PR64 Brown PCGS. The obverse is similar to that of the issued three cent nickel. The reverse bears the wreath of the issued three dollar gold piece. The denomination is expressed on the reverse as a single plain Roman column. Struck in copper with a plain edge. Richly toned in rose-red and forest-green shades with well struck and unblemished surfaces.
Ex: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 9/2005), lot 4194.

1262

1868 5C Five Cents, Judd-633, Pollock-705, R.5, PR66 Cameo NGC. This pattern for a five cent nickel is similar to the regular design for the three cent nickel as introduced in 1865, with the obverse similar to the three cent nickel obverse but larger, with a prominent star on Liberty's coronet. On the reverse, a laurel wreath is topped with a small Maltese cross. A ribbon with IN GOD WE TRUST wraps beneath the cross, and the whole ensemble surrounds a large V in the center, again paralleling the regular three cent issue. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. This is the High Date subvariety of this pattern, with the date equidistant between the denticles and bust truncation. The devices are sharply struck for a nickel pattern, and the brilliant surfaces show strong contrast between the fields and devices.

1263

1869 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar, Judd-742, Pollock-823, R.5, PR62 PCGS. A bust of Liberty faces right with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and a scroll with IN GOD WE TRUST below. Liberty wears a cap ornamented with two large stars. William Barber's initial "B" can be seen within the folds of the ribbon at the back of the cap, and pronounced doubling is seen on the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. The reverse has 50 CENTS centered within a wreath of oak and laurel leaves with STANDARD SILVER above and the date 1869 below. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. The piece is brilliant throughout and shows noticeable hairlines, and there is also a significant amount of contrast between the fields and devices.

1264

1870 10C Ten Cents, Judd-831, Pollock-921, High R.6, PR64 NGC. William Barber's Seated Liberty motif. Liberty clutches an olive branch and supports a Federal shield with a Liberty pole behind her. The reverse is the regular-issue Seated dime design. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Both sides of this near-Gem boast mirrored fields. A trace of champagne toning adds to the overall aesthetic appeal of this piece. Census: 3 in 64, 5 finer (9/09).

1265

1870 10C Standard Silver Ten Cents, Judd-837, Pollock-928, R.5, PR64 NGC. The obverse features a bust of Liberty right with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and a scroll with IN GOD WE TRUST below. Liberty wears a cap ornamented with three stars. On the reverse, the denomination 10 CENTS and the date 1870 are crowded inside a wreath of cotton and corn, with the inscription STANDARD above. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Dappled caramel-gold patina visits this flashy and sharply impressed near-Gem. A couple of minute strike-throughs near the 0 in 10 will identify the present specimen.

1266

1870 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar, Judd-957, Pollock-1108, R.5, PR62 PCGS. Incorrectly certified by PCGS as Judd-987. Liberty faces right, surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. LIBERTY is inscribed on the headband, and a large star is on her forehead. A scroll below contains IN GOD WE TRUST. The reverse features 50/CENTS/1870 within a wreath of cotton and corn, tied with the usual bowknot. STANDARD is centered above the wreath. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Golden-brown overall with a blush of ice-blue on Liberty's neck. Sharply struck and pleasing for the designated grade.

1267

1873 T$1 Trade Dollar, Judd-1293, Pollock-1435, R.4, PR62 PCGS. The design is similar to the issued Trade dollar, but Liberty's left hand rests on a globe, right hand holds a staff, and plow handles are behind the globe. On the reverse, the banner bearing E PLURIBUS UNUM is clutched by the eagle's beak, which also clutches a Federal shield in place of the usual olive branch. Struck in silver with a reeded edge. Both sides have natural and lovely medium gray surfaces with considerable gold toning on the obverse and deeper blue on the reverse. The fields are bright and provide a light cameo contrast. The grade is limited by light hairlines on each side.

1268

1879 $1 Metric Dollar, Judd-1617, Pollock-1813, R.4, PR62 PCGS. This William Barber design features a bust left of Liberty on the obverse. She wears a coronet inscribed LIBERTY. The reveres displays an agricultural wreath and the uncommon motto DEO EST GLORIA within a scrollwork. The cumbersome goloid alloy is listed within a beaded circle. Struck in goloid with a reeded edge. Fully struck and flashy with faint gold obverse toning. The reverse displays medium steel-blue and golden-brown shades. Population: 28 in 62, 31 finer (9/09).

1269

1879 $1 Metric Dollar, Judd-1618, Pollock-1813, R.5, PR45 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, all surrounding the elemental composition of goloid. Presumably struck in silver, rather than goloid, with a reeded edge. Probably carried as a pocket piece for a couple of years, rather than actually circulating in the channels of commerce. Slight friction is seen over the high points, and the surfaces have golden-gray toning overall.

Gold Dollars

1270

1849 G$1 Open Wreath MS64 NGC. CAC. Breen-6004. The R in DOLLAR is repunched, as is the E in UNITED. TAT is widely spaced. Such minor engraving mistakes may have sped the introduction of the Closed Wreath subtype. This is a sharply struck and lustrous first-year near-Gem with a well preserved reverse and only a few inconsequential obverse field grazes.(Registry values: N2998)

1271

1849 G$1 Open Wreath MS64 NGC. Breen-6001. The lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem give off a greenish-gold cast. This well struck piece reveals just a few minor grade-defining marks.(Registry values: N2998)

1272

1851 G$1 MS64 PCGS. This lovely yellow-gold near-Gem has exquisitely smooth fields and unabraded devices. Meticulously struck save for minor softness on the center of the date. Mintages of gold dollars were high during this era, to replace hoarded silver coinage.(Registry values: N1793)

1273

1851 G$1 MS66 PCGS. CAC. An amazing Premium Gem with frosty luster and lovely green-gold surfaces, deeper at the borders. Faint orange toning adds to the eye appeal of this wonderful jewel. Type One gold dollars of any date are particularly rare in grades above the Gem level. Population: 22 in 66, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1274

1851-C G$1 MS61 ICG. Variety 1. 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 better than the MS61 designation might suggest.(Registry values: N2998)

1275

1851-D G$1 AU53 NGC. Variety 3-D. The rarer of the two die marriages known for this challenging Dahlonega issue. Unabraded aside from a thin mark above the portrait. The central reverse is boldly clashed. In a prior generation holder. Only 9,882 pieces were struck.(Registry values: N1793)

1276

1853-O G$1 MS63 PCGS. Rich orange-gold patina displays splashes of grayish-green and a well executed strike imparts strong definition to the design features. Light handling marks, more so on the reverse, limit the grade. Population: 60 in 63, 40 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1277

1854 G$1 Type Two MS62 PCGS. CAC. The year 1854 saw a change from the Liberty Head to the Indian Princess Head gold dollar. Rich orange-gold and mint-green colors bathe both sides of this example, each of which possesses nearly full luster. The design elements are sharply struck, heightening the overall eye appeal. A few minute obverse contacts are noted, as are light clash marks.(Registry values: N4719)

1278

1855-O G$1 XF45 NGC. Dusky orange-gold surfaces remain warmly lustrous. Wear is concentrated at the high points, most noticeably on Liberty's brow, but abrasions are few. Strong eye appeal for the grade.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N991)

1279

1856-S G$1 Type Two AU50 PCGS. FS-501. The mintmark is widely repunched. A normal mintmark variety is also known. Of greater interest to San Francisco collectors is the Type Two design of Liberty, available from this mint only on the '56-S, which is considerably scarcer than its 1854 and 1855 Type Two predecessors. Well struck with smooth, luminous peach-gold surfaces. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1280

1859-C G$1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 1. Green-gold aside from rose-red tints throughout the obverse legend. Well struck aside from the central reverse, which has a few soft letters and a small pellet-shaped strike-through. Both sides are moderately hairlined. A mere 5,235 pieces were struck.(Registry values: N2998)

1281

1859-D G$1 MS61 NGC. Ex: Browning. Variety 11-N, with the 9 in the date under the left side of the A in DOLLARS. This issue is among the most frequently encountered D-mint Type Three gold dollars, along with the 1858-D. The average certified survivor, however, only grades AU or so; Mint State pieces are rare. This specimen offers far fewer obverse abrasions than might be expected for the grade, with lovely yellow-gold surfaces. The strike is superior, showing minor weakness only on the 5 in the date and OLL. Census: 9 in 61, 22 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1282

1862 G$1 MS64 PCGS. This yellow-orange near-Gem has a powerful strike, sweeping luster, and an unmarked appearance. The 1862 has a higher mintage than all other dates from its decade combined, undoubtedly due to Civil War fiscal turmoil. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1283

1862 G$1 MS67 PCGS. The U.S. Mint tried vainly to keep coins in circulation in 1862, as the hostilities between North and South made the outcome of the "great conflict" increasingly in doubt. Silver and gold coins disappeared first, and by July 15 even Indian Head cents had vanished from circulation. The Mint pumped out more than 1.3 million gold dollars, but most of them were hoarded, to reappear only decades later, if at all. The present coin is one of the finest dozen or so certified at NGC and PCGS combined, save for a single MS68 NGC coin. The lustrous obverse is remarkably free of even the smallest abrasions, although some apparent die-filling shows on the C of AMERICA. The reverse is equally pristine and boldly struck; the date is remarkably sharp despite its tiny size (1862-dated coins have some of the smallest dates in the U.S. series). A wonderful memento of the Civil War. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

1284

1865 G$1 MS66 NGC. The 1865 has one of the lowest mintages of the Indian Princess Head type (3,725 circulation strikes). It is rare in all grades; in fact, NGC and PCGS have certified only about 80 coins, a number of which are resubmissions or crossovers. Frosty luster embraces both sides, each of which is impeccably preserved, and a decisive strike leaves bold imprints on the design features. Census: 4 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1285

1869 G$1 MS63 NGC. A brightly lustrous Select piece with pale golden color. Strong eye appeal for the Select designation, much of it thanks to a solid strike. Census: 13 in 63, 18 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1286

1873 G$1 Closed 3 MS63 PCGS. With a commonly cited mintage of just 1,800 business strikes, this variety of the 1873 gold dollar is far more elusive than its Open 3 counterpart. This gleaming Select piece is generally yellow-gold with a patch of orange alloy between UNITED and STATES. Population: 11 in 63, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1287

1874 G$1 MS67 PCGS. The 1874 issue is one of the most common dates for gold dollars, with several thousand pieces having been certified by PCGS and NGC. Superb Gems such as the current offering are another matter entirely, as the two services have seen fewer than 80 specimens in this grade. Beautiful frosty luster endows its impeccably preserved brass-gold surfaces. The design elements exhibit sharp definition except that only the L of LIBERTY shows, a standard characteristic of the issue. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth (2006) attribute this to die deterioration. Population: 33 in 67, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1288

1874 G$1 MS67 NGC. While 1874 is better known as a type year for the three dollar gold denomination, Philadelphia also produced a post-1862 high mintage of gold dollars. This Superb Gem is decisively struck with rose accents visible on otherwise yellow-gold surfaces. Lustrous and pristine with incompleteness of strike only on the U in UNITED. Census: 43 in 67, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1289

1874 G$1 MS67 NGC. A well preserved and thoroughly lustrous representative of this Longacre-designed gold type. Boldly struck overall despite minor incompleteness on the 8 in the date. The final date with a mintage of more than 30,000 pieces, since paper dollars were more convenient in commerce than the easily lost gold dollar. Census: 43 in 67, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1290

1878 G$1 MS66 NGC. An issue that is seldom offered as a Premium Gem, the 1878 (3,000 business strikes produced) is the rarest post-1875 gold dollar after the 1876. The finish is semiprooflike, as expected for a low-mintage gold dollar from the late 1870s, and the devices display pinpoint striking definition in all areas. The reddish-gold surfaces reveal slight counterclockwise die rotation. A few faint lines on each side appear at first glance to be pinscratches, but we believe them to be as struck. Census: 6 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1291

1879 G$1 MS66 PCGS. The demand for a dollar coin in 1879 was more than satisfied by the huge mintage of Morgan silver dollars, resulting in the low coinage of gold dollars (3,000 business strikes). Yet they were saved in large quantities, accounting for the relatively high number surviving through the Gem level. Premium Gems are quite scarce, however, and finer specimens are extremely rare. Variegated apricot-gold and mint-green patina accented with tints of lilac jumps out at the observer of this stunning MS66 example. Dazzling luster exuding from mark-free surfaces further heightens the coin's eye appeal. Most of the letters in LIBERTY show; this is significant, as they are often entirely absent on surviving specimens. This piece, encapsulated in a green label holder, will draw serious attention from aficionados of gold coinage. Population: 37 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1292

1885 G$1 MS68 NGC. This is a marvelous Type Three gold dollar in virtually the highest numeric grade known for the issue (save for eight wonder coins that NGC has certified MS69). MS68 is the finest grade known for the 1885, and this piece is one of four so certified at NGC (9/09). The canary-yellow surfaces of this amazing piece are memorably smooth, and a few raised die polishing die lines are seen near RIC on the obverse. The fields are bright and semireflective on each side. The reverse shows light clash marks.(Registry values: N4719)

1293

1889 G$1 MS65 NGC. A flashy and pinpoint-sharp yellow-gold Gem that has been well cared for since the day of its coinage. 1889 was the final year of the series but not the gold dollar denomination, since it was resumed for several commemorative issues.(Registry values: N1793)

1294

1889 G$1 MS65 PCGS. This peach-gold beauty is fully struck and appears immaculate save for trivial field grazes near the denomination. The ribbon is die doubled south, diagnostic for business strikes of this much-saved series-ending date.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Gold Dollars

1295

1883 G$1 PR67 Cameo NGC. The mintage for proof gold dollars from this year was 207 pieces, but examples are not significantly more available than those from the previous year, when only 125 proofs were coined. While no hard and fast die characteristics are known for proofs versus first-strike coins intended for circulation, this piece shows the orange-peel surface always seen on proofs. Each side is wonderfully preserved and there are no reportable contact marks, nor would one expect to see any on a Superb Gem. The devices are noticeably frosted and provide strong contrast against the deeply reflective fields. One of the finest examples known of this late-date gold dollar. Census: 5 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

Classic Quarter Eagles

1296

1836 $2 1/2 Script 8 AU55 PCGS. Head of 1835, Breen-6143, McCloskey-D, R.2. Luster fills the borders and devices of this honey-gold Classic type coin. Unmarked and slightly subdued with the usual moderate inexactness of strike at the centers.(Registry values: P1)

1297

1839-C $2 1/2 AU50 NGC. Breen-6150, McCloskey-C, Variety 2, R.4. The 39 in the date is repunched. This is the scarcest variety for the year, and Winter (2008) estimates that only 4,860 pieces were struck. Pleasing olive-gold patina covers both sides. The stars and the top left corner of the shield are a trifle soft, as often seen. There are no marks of any significance. An outstanding example.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1298

1839-O $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Low Date, Close Fraction, Breen-6153, McCloskey-B, R.4. Struck in medal turn. Bold central detail with weakness of certain stars, the yellow-gold surfaces bright from a past cleaning. Still, a readily collectible example of the first gold issue struck at New Orleans.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P3)

1299

1839-O $2 1/2 AU50 PCGS. High Date, Wide Fraction, Breen-6152, McCloskey-A, R.3. The sole New Orleans Classic quarter eagle issue, and thus essential to a gold type set from the Louisiana facility. Just 17,781 pieces were struck, and two die marriages are known. The present example is nicely struck and has a hint of wear on the eyebrow, bust truncation, and wingtips. The luminous, subdued fields are minimally abraded.(Registry values: P3)

Liberty Quarter Eagles

1300

1840-C $2 1/2 AU53 NGC. Variety 1. The redesigned Liberty Head quarter eagles replaced the short-lived Classic Head coins in 1840, making them first-year type coins. The Charlotte production was only 12,882 pieces. This piece shows some of the typical planchet roughness of the issue. A small scrape appears above Liberty's eye, along with a few moderate obverse marks elsewhere. The reverse of this orange-gold piece is free of major marks, although some strike weakness is noted on the peripheral letter tops. Census: 18 in 53, 68 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1301

1844-C $2 1/2 AU50 PCGS. Variety 1, the only known die pairing for the year. This is a somewhat unusual coin, as the obverse and reverse are mismatched. The obverse is much finer and much cleaner than usually seen on 1844-C quarter eagles. The reverse, though, is softly struck and shows several planchet flaws. The fields show some residual brightness, a common trait on C- and D-mint gold. The overall rarity of the 1844-C is 10th out of the 20-coin series, and the original mintage was limited to 11,622 pieces, of which 150-175 coins are believed to exist today in all grades.(Registry values: P2)

1302

1845 $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. This earlier Liberty quarter eagle issue may have a high five-figure mintage, but it was little-saved at the time of release, and Mint State examples are elusive. Select coins such as the present example are condition rarities. With its strong yellow-gold luster and impressive detail, this faintly abraded coin has eye appeal to spare. Census: 18 in 63, 7 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1303

1845-O $2 1/2 XF40 NGC. The 1845-O quarter eagle had a diminutive mintage of just 4,000 pieces, and examples are scarce in all grades. Delightful yellow-gold patina coats the still-lustrous surfaces. The details are clearly defined, and there are no significant marks. Census: 7 in 40, 48 finer (8/09).
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1304

1846-C $2 1/2 VF25 PCGS. Variety 1. This predominantly honey-gold Charlotte gold piece appears unblemished save for a couple of faded vertical marks on the left obverse field. Protected areas exhibit russet toning. A meager 4,808 pieces were struck.(Registry values: P2)

1305

1846-C $2 1/2 --Damaged--NCS. XF Details. Variety 1. The 1846-C quarter eagle, with a scant mintage of 4,048 pieces, one of the lowest for the series, is rare in all grades. This XF Details example displays relatively well defined devices except for localized strike weakness on the eagle. The yellow-gold surfaces show scattered marks and a few dark spots, the latter more noticeable on the reverse. Two marks of unknown origin are visible on the upper left reverse rim.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1306

1847 $2 1/2 AU55 NGC. Light greenish-gold surfaces show faint hairlines and abrasions, yet this piece is attractive and desirable.(Registry values: P2)

1307

1847-D $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 9-M, sole die pair for the issue. Well struck overall with abrasions noted on and around Liberty's portrait, including a pinscratch behind the hair bun. The coin's natural luster has been dimmed by cleaning.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1308

1852-C $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. Variety 1. In 1852 most of the gold coinage action was in Philadelphia and New Orleans, which were churning out large numbers of gold dollars through double eagles. Even the faraway branch mints in Charlotte and Dahlonega were more focused on half eagle production, managing a respectable 75,574 coins at the former and 91,584 at the latter, respectively. The quarter eagles were once again the red-headed stepchild, in the case of the C-mint issue produced only to the extent of 9,772 coins. In the following year, no C-mint quarter eagles were struck at all, so most of the 1852-C coins circulated. The 1852-C is rare in Mint State. PCGS has certified only three coins in MS61 and one in MS63, including some likely resubmissions (9/09). On this piece the usually seen mint-made surface roughness appears slightly on the hair under the coronet, and around the leaves and branches on the reverse. A few small field abrasions account for the grade, along with a couple of wispy scrapes on the reverse above the eagle. The planchet is one of the nicer ones we have seen for this issue, with consistent yellow-gold color, good luster, and lots of appeal. Population: 3 in 61, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1309

1852-O $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. Like many of its brethren, the 1852-O quarter eagle had a respectable mintage of 140,000 coins but is seldom seen in higher grades. In fact, NGC and PCGS have certified a mere 42 Mint State examples of this issue. This near-Mint piece has lovely reddish-orange toning in the fields, with bright lemon-yellow luster.(Registry values: P2)

1310

1853-D $2 1/2 --Repaired--NCS. AU Details. Variety 16-M. The obverse field and Liberty's cheek have been whizzed, perhaps most apparent near the coronet tip. The lower obverse rim displays file marks. The reverse has been cleaned but not whizzed. The eagle's legs are softly brought up, as usual for this rare Dahlonega issue.(Registry values: P2)

1311

1854 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. CAC. Magnificent satiny luster glistens beneath the yellow-orange patina. This lightly abraded specimen exhibits razor-sharp design definition and is housed in a green-label PCGS holder. Population: 41 in 63, 24 finer (8/09).(Registry values: P2)

1312

1856 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. Given its mintage of 384,240 coins, the 1856 is surprisingly elusive in Mint State grades. This piece is highly lustrous with sharp details and excellent eye appeal. Population: 38 in 63, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1313

1856 $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. Despite slight central weakness, this Gem is an amazing example, one of the finest survivors from a substantial mintage of 384,240 coins. Both sides are pristine with frosty deep yellow luster and splashes of lighter yellowish-orange toning. It is truly an extraordinary coin. Population: 5 in 65, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1314

1856-S $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. The San Francisco Mint produced 246 quarter eagles in 1854, none in 1855, and 72,120 in 1856, making that third-year date the first collectible example from that Mint. Both sides are fully lustrous with rich orange patina over medium yellow-gold surfaces. Census: 10 in 61, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1315

1857-O $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. An elusive date from a mintage of only 34,000 coins, this example represents the final year of issue for quarter eagles at New Orleans. Both sides have bright green-gold surfaces and excellent design details. Population: 22 in 55, 47 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1316

1858 $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. A splendid example, and scarce in Mint State grades, with only 60 finer examples certified by NGC and PCGS combined (9/09). This piece has brilliant and frosty light yellow luster. The strike shows a little weakness, but most design elements are strong.(Registry values: P2)

1317

1858 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. A stunning near-Gem from a mintage of only 47,377 coins, and a major quarter eagle rarity at this grade level. NGC and PCGS have only certified 11 MS64 examples and just three finer coins, including possible resubmissions. This lovely piece has deep orange toning around frosty yellow centers. The strike is above average, and the surfaces show only trivial marks expected for the grade. Population: 6 in 64, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1318

1858-C $2 1/2 XF45 PCGS. Variety 1, the only known. In spite of the low mintage of 9,056 pieces, the 1858-C is actually one of the more available C-mint quarter eagles. In all grades, there are an estimated 225-325+ pieces known today. This is an attractive coin. Even high point wear is seen on each side, and there is slight striking softness, more on the reverse than the obverse. A clean, problem-free coin for the grade.(Registry values: P2)

1319

1859 $2 1/2 Old Reverse, Type One MS64 NGC. The Old Reverse hub of the Liberty quarter eagle, sometimes called the First Reverse, was introduced along with the type in 1840. This hub is identifiable by the nearness of the lowest arrowhead to the CA in AMERICA and the closed talons on the eagle. Although replaced by a new reverse hub in 1859, the Old Reverse hub continued in use, albeit in a limited fashion, through 1861. The first 1859 Old Reverse quarter eagle was discovered only in the 1960s. Today, this variety is well respected as a significant rarity in all grades. This is the single finest example known to NGC (9/09), and it is a lovely orange-gold representative. The finish is mostly frosty, and the strike is sharp exception for the often/seen lack of detail on the eagle's left (facing) leg feathers. There are only a few small abrasions here and there, with a pair of toning spots at the lower obverse rim that should serve as useful pedigree markers. A significant 19th century gold rarity at an unrivalled level of preservation.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2001), lot 8095.(Registry values: P2)

1320

1860-C $2 1/2 XF40 PCGS. Variety 1, the only die pairing known for this low-mintage pre-Civil War issue. The 1860-C represents the last quarter eagle issue of the Charlotte Mint, which would make only half eagles in 1861, including a few hundred thought to have been made under Confederate rule. The 1860-C quarter eagle was produced to the extent of only 7,400 pieces, with most certified survivors--a combined population of 216 coins at NGC and PCGS--averaging XF40 to XF45. This piece displays more remaining luster than expected over orange-gold surfaces that are free of mentionable distractions. The planchet is well-produced, and the generous eye appeal of this piece for the grade will delight the successful bidder. Population: 15 in 40, 59 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1321

1861 $2 1/2 Old Reverse, Type One AU55 NGC. Strongly struck for this variety, created earlier in the year. Yellow-gold surfaces remain radiant despite the light rub on the devices which accounts for the grade.(Registry values: P2)

1322

1862-S $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc. Details. This crisply struck yellow-gold low mintage quarter eagle has no indication of wear, but the luster has been diminished by a wipe which has left the piece slightly bright. One gray spot is noted near the large 2 in the fraction. Just 8,000 pieces were coined of this Civil War issue. Only five pieces have been certified as Mint State by NGC and PCGS combined (9/09). The 21 pieces listed as NGC AU58 undoubtedly include many resubmissions.(Registry values: P2)

1323

1868 $2 1/2 MS62 Prooflike NGC. Since gold coins failed to circulate on the East Coast in 1868, only 3,600 quarter eagles were struck for commerce. Most were eventually melted, and survivors congregate in AU grades. This flashy and sharply struck piece has only minor marks. As of (9/09), NGC has certified no examples above MS62, with or without a Prooflike designation. Census: 2 in 62 Prooflike, 0 finer (9/09).

1324

1871-S $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. Peach-gold surfaces are typically struck, that is, weakness occurs in the hair at Liberty's forehead and on the eagle's legs and claws. A couple of faint pinscratches are visible over each side. From a low mintage of just 22,000 pieces.(Registry values: P2)

1325

1872 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. The impressively reflective fields are nearly prooflike and highlight the boldly struck design elements. Scattered abrasions on each side are entirely minor. The 1872 quarter eagle had a diminutive mintage of just 3,000 pieces and it is rare in mint condition. Census: 22 in 58, 12 finer (8/09).
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1326

1872-S $2 1/2 MS61 NGC. A beautiful butter-gold Uncirculated rare date quarter eagle. Bereft of the abrasions usually associated with the MS61 grade. The eagle's left (facing) leg is softly brought up, but other design elements are crisp. A mere 18,000 pieces were issued. Census: 5 in 61, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1327

1879 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. Most of the late 19th century quarter eagles had rather small mintages. The 88,960-coin mintage of 1879 ranks among the higher-mintage issues during that time. This splendid representative has bold definition with frosty yellow luster. PCGS has only certified 64 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1328

1881 $2 1/2 MS62 PCGS. A rare and highly sought-after issue, the 1881 quarter eagle had a tiny mintage of just 640 business strikes. Fewer than 30 examples have been certified in Mint State by NGC and PCGS combined, and none have been graded any finer than MS62 by PCGS.
The deep copper-orange, lilac, and sea-green toning is this coin's most noteworthy physical attribute. It is also sharply struck, except for the typical softness on the eagle's left (facing) leg. The fields are partially prooflike and highlight the mildly frosted motifs, especially on the reverse. Light handling marks are visible under a loupe, but they do not significantly detract from the coin's overall pleasing appearance. Population: 4 in 62, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1329

1884 $2 1/2 AU58 Prooflike NGC. Despite a touch of rub, this light yellow-gold piece remains distinctly reflective. Well-defined with a number of tiny marks that are perhaps magnified by the mirrors. Census: 1 in 58 Prooflike, 4 finer (8/09).
From The Mulkin Collection.

1330

1886 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. The 1886 Liberty Head quarter eagle had a tiny mintage of only 4,000 circulation strikes. Most survivors are either lightly circulated, or in the lower reaches of Mint State, usually MS60 or MS61. This Select piece boasts excellent eye appeal through its orange-gold, attractive surfaces, crisp strike, and relative paucity of contact marks.(Registry values: P2)

1331

1887 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. Wisps of mint-green visit the lustrous yellow-gold surfaces of this Select quarter eagle. The strike is uniform throughout and both sides reveal minute contacts. A strike-through is visible on Liberty's neck. A low-mintage date of 6,160 circulation strikes. Population: 18 in 63, 14 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1332

1888 $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. While the mintage of 1888 quarter eagles was considerably larger than for the 1880 through 1887 issues, the 16,001 business strikes still make it fairly elusive within the context of 19th century gold. The certified survivors at NGC and PCGS, numbering a few hundred in all, mostly fall in the lower Mint State levels, MS60 to MS62. Gems are rare, although the two services combined have graded 30 with four finer, counting duplications (9/09). Ebullient luster radiates from the orange-gold surfaces, with tremendous eye appeal and no mentionable post-strike impairments. Minor strike weakness shows in the center of the shield and on the eagle's legs.(Registry values: P2)

1333

1898 $2 1/2 MS65 Prooflike NGC. An intricately struck Gem with notable field reflectivity and a minimum of field contact. Only 24,000 pieces were struck, and perhaps a thousand examples have survived. As of (9/09), NGC has certified seven 1898 quarter eagles as Prooflike, with the present piece as the single highest graded.

1334

1902 $2 1/2 MS68 NGC. The 1902 quarter eagle, from a mintage of 133,540 circulation strikes, can be located with little difficulty through the Gem grade level. Premium and Superb Gems are more difficult but can still be acquired with a bit of patience and searching. Specimens in the lofty grade of MS68, however, are extreme rarities.
Scintillating luster radiates from satiny surfaces bathed in lovely yellow-gold patina imbued with tinges of greenish-tan and apricot. The design elements are fully brought up, enhancing even more the marvelous eye appeal. Immaculate preservation characterizes both sides. The only pedigree marker we can locate is a tiny toning spot to the upper right of star 6. A faint die line extends from Liberty's ear to the lower neck. Census: 6 in 68, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

1335

1904 $2 1/2 MS67 NGC. The 1904, like other early 20th century Liberty quarter eagle issues, is heavily collected for type purposes. This Superb Gem would fit readily in such a set with an emphasis on quality. Bold, slightly satiny butter-yellow luster shows echoes of lavender and green close to the rims. Carefully preserved and gorgeous. NGC has graded just four numerically finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1336

1905 $2 1/2 MS66 NGC. A lovely Premium Gem that demonstrates vibrant luster and exhibits original khaki-gold toning. The strike is razor-sharp save for the dentils, which show minor sloping toward the field.(Registry values: N1793)

1337

1905 $2 1/2 MS65 Prooflike NGC. According to the (9/09) NGC Census Report, the present piece is the only example certified as either Prooflike or Deep Mirror Prooflike. With the exception of the 1900, NGC has designated at least one Prooflike piece for all dates between 1889 and 1906. The present piece would be the stopper to such an ambitious collection. Needle-sharp, flashy, and undisturbed.
Ex: Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2006), lot 1986, which realized $2,875.

Proof Liberty Quarter Eagles

1338

1869 $2 1/2 PR64 Ultra Cameo NGC. CAC. The 1869 quarter eagle is a fascinating issue, whether in proof or business strike format. Only 4,320 pieces were struck for circulation, and if that is not low enough, a tiny mintage of 25 proofs was produced. Both are very scarce in their own right. Garrett and Guth point out the inherent danger of relying too heavily on population data as an indicator of rarity: "The 1869 ... proof is one of those interesting issues that have a reported population number that is higher than the reported mintage. It is probably the clearest example of the data being misleading as to the true rarity of an issue." Probably no more than 15 to 20 examples exist in all grades, and as Paul Taglione observed more than 25 years ago "a few of which are less-than-inspiring due to cleaning and hairlining."
This is one of the finest examples known. Only five pieces have been certified in higher grades by both of the major services. The two diagnostics for proofs that Breen mentions for this issue are both easily seen here: the low positioning of the date, and the die line at the top of the L in LIBERTY. The fields are deeply mirrored, with the usually seen orange-peel texture. The devices are heavily frosted and present stark cameo contrast on each side. The only mentionable surface imperfection is a planchet flaw above the eagle's right (facing) wing.(Registry values: P5)

1339

1881 $2 1/2 PR64 Ultra Cameo NGC. CAC. This astounding Ultra Cameo specimen is one of just four for the issue so certified by NGC (9/09). Pale yellow-gold color is the rule for the devices, but at most angles the glassy fields are "black" in contrast. Faint haziness is of little concern, though the wispy hairlines in the reverse fields contribute to the coin's grade.(Registry values: P4)

1340

1887 $2 1/2 PR58 NGC. The proof quarter eagles of 1887 are noteworthy as the second date in the series to sport a triple-digit mintage; only the 1860 issue had reached that level before it. This specimen is exquisitely detailed with amply reflective yellow-gold fields, though the rub on each side goes beyond garden-variety impairment and necessitates the PR58 designation. Still, a thoroughly desirable coin.(Registry values: P3)

1341

1890 $2 1/2 PR60 NGC. An unworn proof as the grade implies, but a small patch of contact marks in the right obverse field, behind Liberty's neck, and a scrape above the 90 in the date circumvent a finer grade. Other small marks appear on the reverse. This piece may nonetheless be an attractive alternative for a budget-conscious collector interested in acquiring a proof 19th century gold coin. From a mintage of only 93 proofs. Census: 3 in 60, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

1342

1902 $2 1/2 PR58 PCGS. The 1902 Liberty Head quarter eagle in proof format saw a mintage of 193 pieces, roughly in line with quarter eagle proof production during this era. This briefly circulated specimen displays attractive variegated yellow-gold and peach coloration. Some cameo tendency, very unusual for this issue, is noted, especially on the reverse. The design elements are boldly impressed, befitting a proof strike. The few scattered marks in no way detract from the coin's overall appeal.(Registry values: P1)

Indian Quarter Eagles

1343

1909 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. Slightly dusky yellow-orange surfaces but with considerable luster. This Select coin is modestly abraded for the grade with above-average striking definition.(Registry values: N1793)

1344

1909 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Glimpses of orange and rose grace the otherwise apricot-gold surfaces of this charming quarter eagle. Satiny luster is the rule, and the strike is pleasing aside from slight softness at the necklace. A flaw is noted to the right of the Y in LIBERTY, and small marks are scattered in the reverse fields.(Registry values: N2998)

1345

1910 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Soft luster emanates from honey-gold surfaces laced with greenish-gray, and a well executed strike imparts sharp detail to the devices. A few minor ticks are undisturbing. The 1910 is much more difficult to locate any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

1346

1911 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Although the 1911-D quarter eagle gets most of the attention, the 1911 Philadelphia issue is a condition rarity in high grades. Exceptional quality for the grade, this example has frosty yellow luster with sharp design definition. PCGS has only certified 72 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1347

1911 $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. The 1911 quarter eagle has one of the highest mintages of the Indian Head series, but Gems and finer pieces are nonetheless elusive, and nearly as difficult as better-known issues such as the 1914 and 1914-D. This piece offers marvelously smooth yellow-orange surfaces, particularly on the Indian's cheek and the field before it. The strike is also somewhat stronger than usually seen on this type and date. Population: 71 in 65, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1348

1911-D $2 1/2 --Mount Removed, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. The yellow-gold surfaces are overbright from a past cleaning, and solder from a since-removed mount obscures parts of E PLURIBUS and WE TRUST. Still, this is a well-defined example of the famously low-mintage key date in the Indian quarter eagle series. Actual wear is minor.(Registry values: N2998)

1349

1911-D $2 1/2 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. A bold mintmark and sharp design details distinguish this key date Indian two and a half. Light wear on the cheekbone and eagle's shoulder confirm brief circulation. A bit bright due to a wipe from a jeweler's cloth, but will satisfy many collectors who need only this scarce issue to complete their sets.(Registry values: N2998)

1350

1911-D $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. The 1911-D, with a mintage of 55,680 pieces, is the key date to the Indian Head quarter eagle series. Yellow-gold surfaces tinted with hints of tan display soft luster and well struck design elements. A scattering of light marks, more so on the reverse, helps to limit the grade.(Registry values: N4719)

1351

1911-D $2 1/2 Weak D--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. The ghostly "D" mintmark on the reverse identifies this key-date variant. While the yellow-gold and green-gold surfaces show hairlines from a past cleaning, this remains a desirable and little-worn item.(Registry values: P3)

1352

1912 $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. Vibrant luster, a sharp strike, and refreshingly unblemished surfaces combine to make this Indian quarter eagle high end for its grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1353

1914 $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. The 1914 quarter eagle has the second lowest mintage for the series. The present specimen is alive with rich gold color interspersed with blushes of mint-green, sky-blue, and lavender. The design elements are sharp, and the luster quality is well above average for the series, being mostly frosty with minimal granularity. There are remarkably few abrasions for the MS63 grade level, and the eye appeal is strong.(Registry values: N2998)

1354

1914-D $2 1/2 MS63 NGC. Bright yellow-gold luster overall with crisp definition. A faint peach shadow appears to the right of the date when the coin is held at certain angles.(Registry values: N1793)

1355

1914-D $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. A medley pf peach-gold and greenish-gray coloration resides on the lustrous surfaces of this D-mint near-Gem. An above-average strike leaves strong detail on the design features, including the eagle's shoulder and legs, areas that are often weak. A few unobtrusive ticks deny Gem status. Obtaining Gems or better becomes challenging.(Registry values: N2998)

1356

1914-D $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. CAC. A peach-gold near-Gem Denver Mint representative of this widely collected series. Unmarked and lustrous with minor blending on the lower portion of the headdress. Although the 448,000 piece mintage of the 1914-D is unimpressive, most certified examples are in AU58 to MS63 grades, and the issue becomes scarce at the MS64 level.(Registry values: N2998)

1357

1914-D $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. The 1914-D Indian quarter eagle had a total production of 448,000 coins, a nominal amount that is completely unremarkable within the series context. Nonetheless, the recently published Akers Handbook on 20th century gold coins says succinctly concerning the issue:

"The 1914-D is the premier rarity in the Indian Quarter Eagle series in grades at or above MS-65. Low-grade Mint State examples are not all that difficult to find, but the population drops off markedly beginning in MS-64. A handful of MS-65s are listed at the major certification services, and NGC even reports a single Superb Gem ... ."

The present coin is one of 39 MS65 pieces certified at PCGS, with none finer (9/09). Even, khaki-gold coloration appears throughout, with remarkably smooth, softly frosted surfaces and tremendous eye appeal. The strike is somewhat weak at the lower headdress feathers, as often seen. Much more importantly, the Indian's cheek and the exposed fields are virtually free of even tiny contact marks. Some small areas of darker color appear on the upper reverse. A memorable presentation of this conditionally elusive rarity.(Registry values: N7079)

1358

1915 $2 1/2 MS64 PCGS. Luminous yellow-gold and tan surfaces show rose-violet peripheral accents. Slight striking weakness near the rims but few other concerns.(Registry values: N1793)

1359

1925-D $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. Lustrous yellow-gold surfaces exhibit well struck design features. Minor reverse field abrasions, including a hair-thin mark in the upper left field, limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1360

1927 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. A khaki-gold Indian type coin that has scintillating luster and an above average strike. A loupe reveals only a hair-thin mark beneath the cheekbone and within the headdress.(Registry values: N1793)

1361

1929 $2 1/2 MS64 NGC. The headdress lacks a full strike, but this lovely near-Gem type coin is refreshingly bereft of abrasions. Luster bathes all areas. A lower mintage than the rare 1929 half eagle.(Registry values: N1793)

Three Dollar Gold Pieces

1362

1854 $3 AU55 NGC. The yellow-gold surfaces of this Choice AU three dollar show traces of luster in the recesses. Aside from a bit of high-point wear, the design elements exhibit strong detail. Light circulation marks are undistracting.(Registry values: N1793)

1363

1854 $3 MS64 PCGS. The eye appeal of this supremely lustrous near-Gem example seems nearly unmatchable for the issue. The coin is so luminous and brilliant that it appears to have been freshly minted within the past few days or weeks. Boldly struck with honey-gold surfaces that reveal only minimal marks on either side. An impressive, high-end example of this popular three dollar date.(Registry values: N4719)

1364

1854-O $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. This is the only year the New Orleans Mint produced three dollar gold coins. Fine hairlines are visible under high magnification on the lightly cleaned greenish-gold surfaces of this XF Details specimen. This is a well defined piece except for high-point wear and strike weakness in the hair. Distributed minute marks occur over both sides.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1365

1854-O $3 XF45 NGC. Known to be the only New Orleans Mint three, the 1854-O is highly popular with collectors of Southern mint gold. This piece has light green-gold coloration with traces of luster in the protected areas. The peripheral design elements are typically weak, with sharper central details.(Registry values: N1793)

1366

1854-O $3 AU53 NGC. The reverse die is cracked through the mintmark, with a slight bulge at that location, rendering the mintmark weak but still visible. Bright green-gold surfaces are lightly marked, as expected for the grade. Only a few small marks are obvious. An attractive example representing the single New Orleans three dollar gold piece.(Registry values: N2998)

1367

1855 $3 AU55 NGC. Flashy luster shimmers beneath the yellow-gold patina that covers both sides. The strike is bold save for the often-seen softness on Liberty's hair. Several tiny abrasions do not distract. Housed in an early NGC holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1368

1855 $3 AU58 NGC. A still-lustrous yellow-gold piece that shows only minor rub, mostly at the high points of the portrait and the bow on the wreath. Only a few small, scattered abrasions appear on each side.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1369

1855 $3 MS66 NGC. By 1855, the second year of three dollar gold coin production, the high hopes for it being accepted in the channels of commerce diminished. Coinage dropped from 138,618 pieces at the Philadelphia Mint in 1854 to just 50,555 in 1855. Production at the Dahlonega and New Orleans mints was discontinued in 1855, but a small emission came out of San Francisco.
Despite the significantly lower mintage, the 1855 Philadelphia issue can be located without too much difficulty in the About Uncirculated to lower Mint State range. However, as David Bowers notes in his 2005 $3 Gold Pieces treatise, "... coin for coin the 1855 is much more elusive than the 1854."
Most collectors are unlikely to encounter three dollar gold coins in grades MS64 or above. NGC and PCGS have certified about 40 near-Gems (a number of which are likely resubmissions), only four Gems, and a mere two Premium Gems. Our present 1855 offering is one of those two. Intense luster emanates from its richly toned orange-gold surfaces imbued with splashes of mint-green. Aside from minor weakness on the reverse bowknot and adjacent two leaves to its right, the design features exhibit sharp detail. A few unobtrusive ticks may well preclude the attainment of an even finer grade. A couple of grazes to the lower left of the 1 in the date are mentioned only because they may help in the coin's identification for future researchers and catalogers. Die striae are lacking on both sides, indicating that the coin is a later impression.(Registry values: N7079)

1370

1856 $3 AU58 NGC. An unusually crisp strike on the portrait, though the knot on the bow is characteristically flat. Strong yellow-gold luster is undimmed by the coin's minor friction.(Registry values: N1793)

1371

1856 $3 MS63 NGC. Luster shimmers over smooth surfaces. A good strike with minor incompleteness on the hair curls and the O in DOLLARS. A few faint field grazes account for the Select grade. Very scarce in Mint State relative to lower mintage issues from late in the series. Census: 18 in 63, 26 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1372

1856-S $3 XF40 NGC. Medium S. Any three dollar gold piece is scarce, but branch mint examples are especially elusive. Aside from the unique 1870-S, there are only four issues of S-mint threes. This straw-gold example has moderate highpoint wear and smooth, subdued fields.(Registry values: N1793)

1373

1856-S $3 XF45 NGC. Medium S. Out of four (or five, if one counts the 1870-S) San Francisco three dollar gold issues, the 1856-S is the most accessible, though at 34,500 pieces struck, it poses its own challenges. This example retains considerable yellow-gold luster, since the wear is primarily at the high points.(Registry values: N1793)

1374

1859 $3 PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .98 suggests Damage as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons, that PCGS deemed this coin not gradable. In our opinion, this coin has AU58 details, but the reverse has four small curly pinscratches that some might interpret as graffiti. Three of these are located on the field between 3 and 4 o'clock, and the fourth pinscratch is above the AR in DOLLARS. Only 15,558 pieces were struck.

1375

1859 $3 MS61 NGC. With a generous mintage for the three dollar series, the 1859 is surprisingly unavailable in mint condition. Only 70-90 pieces are believed known today in Uncirculated grades. This piece shows repunching on the right side of the 9 in the date, and the usual squat 5 with a wide right side and small ball to the left. The surfaces are colorful, with much reddish patina interspersed with lilac on each side. The strike is well but not fully brought up, with some softness (usually seen) on the bowknot.(Registry values: N2998)

1376

1860 $3 AU58 NGC. Light wear on the wreath and hair confirm the grade, but luster dominates the reverse as well as the obverse periphery. No marks are of any import. Although the three dollar gold series began with reasonable mintages, by 1860 Philadelphia issued only 7,036 pieces, only a tiny fraction of its gold dollar production.(Registry values: N1793)

1377

1860-S $3 AU58 NGC. Few 1860-S three dollar coins were put aside by collectors, resulting in a dearth of Mint State examples today. This near-Mint State specimen thus becomes a special offering. Its brassy-gold surfaces display considerable luster and the design features are well impressed. A few light marks are undisturbing. Census: 18 in 58, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1378

1861 $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. This scarce Civil War-era three dollar exhibits nice definition on its devices. The yellow-gold surfaces reveal faint hairlines, though traces of luster can still be seen in some of the protected areas. Distributed small marks do not detract.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1379

1861 $3 MS67 NGC. The 1861 three dollar comes from a low mintage of 5,959 circulation strikes. A couple hundred or so examples have survived to the present day, mostly in Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated condition. David Bowers, in his The United States $3 Gold Pieces reference, gives an estimate of 35 to 50 Mint State specimens known. An inspection of NGC/PCGS population figures shows that the two services have certified a little more than 100 Uncirculated pieces. Many of these, however, are likely resubmissions or crossover coins. The issue is highly elusive in the near-Gem level of preservation and finer. The two services have graded fewer than 15 MS64s, a mere four Gems, two Premium Gems, and a solitary MS67--the specimen in the current offering.
Both sides exhibit two shades of peach-gold coloration tinted with whispers of mint-green, and a well executed strike delivers virtually complete definition to the design features. The motifs are lightly frosted and stand out against the somewhat prooflike fields. Both surfaces display die striations, as do nearly all high-grade 1861 three dollar gold examples. Close inspection with a loupe reveals impeccably preserved faces, devoid of the sometimes-seen planchet flaws or carbon inclusions. Alloy stains are also absent. It is no wonder that the foregoing attributes synergistically combine to render this majestic coin the finest certified 1861 three dollar gold specimen.(Registry values: N1)

1380

1862 $3 XF40 PCGS. Struck during the early part of the Civil War, the 1862 three dollar piece is an important rarity in the series. Only 5,750 were struck and few of those survive today. This example shows modest wear as the grade suggests. Light yellow surfaces show a hint of green, and traces of luster remain in the protected areas.(Registry values: N1793)

1381

1862 $3 AU55 PCGS. Apricot-gold dominates both sides of this Choice AU three dollar. The design elements are well impressed and luster resides in the recessed areas. Light circulation marks are more prevalent on the reverse. Remnants of die striations, common on this date, are visible in some of the protected areas.(Registry values: N1793)

1382

1863 $3 AU58 NGC. Struck at the height of the Civil War, at a time when the public was hoarding gold and silver coinage, and during suspension of specie payments, this three dollar piece is one of just 5,000 coins minted. This pleasing piece is highly lustrous with frosty yellow and orange-gold surfaces and excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

1383

1863 $3 MS62 NGC. Those 1863 three dollar pieces that survive today were almost certainly obtained directly from the Mint by collectors, or obtained from the Mint as birthday or Christmas presents. During the Civil War, gold coins were never released into circulation. Market appearances in Mint State grades are infrequent. This pleasing piece has soft, frosty orange-gold luster with a splash of green patina. Census: 11 in 62, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1384

1865 $3 MS64 PCGS. CAC. The 1865 is one of the most challenging issues in the three dollar series with an emission of just 1,140 pieces. Bowers and Winter (2005) estimate that only 100 examples have survived in all grades, with just 12 to 15 pieces known in Uncirculated grades. That revises Akers (1979), who wrote that he had seen only "two full Mint State pieces." The high grade rarity of this issue is significant, and it is more elusive in mint condition than some of the later, lower mintage, issues such as the 1881 and 1885.
Outstanding semiprooflike fields show moderate contrast against the frosty devices. Lovely red patina fills the protected areas, while the rest of the surfaces are yellow-gold. Careful inspection with a loupe reveals only a few minor marks. An appealing near-Gem. Population: 5 in 64, 2 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1385

1867 $3 AU50 PCGS. In the years after the Civil War, the three dollar gold piece did not circulate extensively, and for years such as 1867 a low business strike mintage is the norm. This piece shows modest wear across the high points, and while a few minor digs are scattered on each side, serious flaws are absent. Population: 18 in 50, 55 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1386

1872 $3 MS61 PCGS. This low-mintage date (2,000 business strikes) is very rare. The few Mint State examples that have survived are in the lower Uncirculated levels. Somewhat prooflike fields of this MS61 coin establish modest variance with the devices. The usual weakness is apparent in portions of the Indian's hair and minor distributed ticks are undistracting.(Registry values: N2998)

1387

1874 $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. Yellow-gold surfaces display partially prooflike fields that highlight the well impressed devices at various angles. Faint hairlines are visible under a loupe, but these should not dissuade bidders as the light cleaning is not that bad.(Registry values: N1793)

1388

1878 $3 MS62 PCGS. A charming canary-gold type coin with coruscating luster and an absence of relevant abrasions. Well struck save for the knot of the wreath bow. The 8s are lightly repunched within the upper loops, and minor die doubling is noted on the right-side cotton leaves.(Registry values: N2998)

1389

1878 $3 MS62 NGC. A whopping 82,304 examples were struck of the 1878 three dollar gold, the largest output in the entire 35-year series. As a result, more high grade survivors are known of this year than any other. This piece shows the usual pleasing mint frost, and each side displays light reddish patina. Lightly abraded for the most part, except for a short mark to the right of the bottom of the 3 on the reverse.(Registry values: N2998)

1390

1879 $3 MS64 NGC. Following the mammoth mintage of 1878, the three dollar gold piece slipped back into its low-mintage ways in 1879. This near-Gem from the latter issue has characteristically reflective luster in parts of the pale yellow-gold fields. Excellent detail on Liberty's hair. NGC has graded only 21 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1391

1879 $3 MS64 NGC. Flashy yellow-gold fields show a touch of patina, particularly near the rims, lending the coin an aura of originality. Boldly struck with warm eye appeal. Just 3,000 coins were produced for this business strike issue that began the three dollar gold denomination's last decade of obscurity.(Registry values: N2998)

1392

1879 $3 MS64 Prooflike NGC. Despite its low mintage of 3,000 circulation strikes, the 1879 three dollar gold piece is represented by a relatively large number of Mint State examples. Indeed, NGC and PCGS have certified well over 600 Uncirculated specimens. Coins with the Prooflike designation are an entirely different matter. NGC gives this classification to only 26 coins. The apricot-gold surfaces of this near-Gem exhibit well struck devices and appreciable field-motif contrast at various angles. Scattered light marks preclude Gem status, yet still highly attractive. Census: 12 in 64 Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).

1393

1882 $3 AU58 NGC. The semiprooflike fields of this near-Mint State three dollar highlight its well defined motifs, and both sides display attractive variegated brass-gold and peach coloration. This issue has generated considerable proof/prooflike debate as the latter often closely resemble proofs. The repunched 2 in the date, with a crescent-shaped vestige of an earlier 2 above the final digit, confirms the circulation-strike status of the present offering. Proofs lack this feature (see David Bowers, United States $3 Gold Pieces, p. 155).(Registry values: N1793)

1394

1882 $3 MS61 PCGS. A prooflike example of this ultra-low mintage (1,500 pieces) three dollar date. Diagnostic for commercial strikes, the 2 in the date is widely repunched north. A precise strike aside from minor bluntness on Liberty's eyebrow. Both sides are only lightly abraded, and given the strong demand from collectors of this popular set, the present lot should witness spirited bidding.(Registry values: N2998)

1395

1887 $3 MS62 PCGS. Most of the gold coinage of 1887 was made at the San Francisco Mint, which churned out half eagles, eagles, and double eagles in large numbers. The modest mintage of 6,000 three dollar coins served only to prevent a major rarity--and even then, it appears that many examples were melted within a brief period after their manufacture. This example offers copious luster emanating from apricot-gold surfaces, with a few stray, undistracting abrasions that account for the grade. A trio of tiny planchet flaws between DOLLARS and 1887 requires singular mention, but this coin nonetheless displays much eye appeal and a generous quotient of historic interest.(Registry values: N2998)

1396

1889 $3 AU58 NGC. In this last year of the three dollar denomination, the mintage fell to 2,300 circulation strikes. A generous amount of luster remains on the brassy-gold surfaces of this near-Mint State specimen, and the design elements retain strong detail after discounting high-point wear. Minuscule abrasions are scattered over both sides.(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Four Dollar Gold Pieces

1397

1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1833, R.3, PR65 NGC. The 1879 Flowing Hair gold stellas were offered in sets that also contained the Judd-1617 and Judd-1626 patterns, both known as "goloid metric dollars" with obverse design by William Barber. The Judd-1617 was designed to contain a small proportion of gold to silver, about 1:213. The Judd-1626 was designed to contain gold to silver proportioned at about 6:94. As far as we can determine (and as USPatterns.com and patterns expert Saul Teichman reinforce), none of those patterns have ever undergone metallurgical testing to determine their actual composition. Although we tend to view the 1879 stellas with awe and in isolation, they were part of a series of alternate proposals aimed at:

--Developing new markets, domestic and international, for U.S. silver
--Creating new, workable alloys of gold and silver
--Establishing viable international coinages with metric exactitude

William D. Kelley, Richard P. Bland, and John A. Kasson were three Congressmen, all members of the House of Representatives, with nearly 70 years of service among them. With his well-developed flair for hyperbole, Walter Breen in his Complete Encyclopedia calls them an "unholy trinity" that "also became instrumental in various proposals (1868-1880) for international coinage, aimed at creating a larger foreign market for domestic silver. This explains in part their adoption of metric weights of U.S. silver coins 1873-1964, as well as for the 'goloid' and 'metric' coins, including the Stellas." Breen cites the Trade dollars (1873-1885) and Morgan dollars (1878-1921) as among their proposals "for new issues of silver coin as a captive market for silver bullion at artificially inflated prices."

William Darrah "Pig Iron" Kelley (1814-1890)
Philadelphia native Kelley pursued classical studies but worked as an apprentice, then jeweler from 1828-40. He got his law degree in 1841 and rose through Philadelphia political circles in the 1840s and 1850s. After losing a bid for Congress, he was a delegate in 1860 to the Republican National Convention (where he is likely to have first met Kasson). Winning a second election bid, he served in Congress from 1861-90. Kelley was nicknamed "Pig Iron" because of his advocacy of Pennsylvania mining interests. He chaired the House Committee on Coinage, Weights, and Measures from 1867-73, later serving on numerous other committees. He died in Washington and is interred in Philadelphia.

Richard Parks "Silver Dick" Bland (1835-1899)
Bland was born in Ohio but moved to Missouri at age 20, then on to California and the western Utah Territory (present-day Nevada). There he taught school and tried prospecting and mining, a subject that interested him keenly and that was a mainstay of the western Nevada economy. After passing the bar, he practiced in Virginia City and Carson City. His first elected office was as Carson City treasurer from 1860-64, the year Nevada became a state. (It was there that he undoubtedly would have met town founder Abraham "Abe" Curry, who established Carson City in 1858 and would be the first superintendent of the Carson City Mint.) Bland returned to Missouri in 1865 and was elected to Congress in 1872, serving from 1872-94 and 1896-99. Bland chaired the Committee on Mines and Mining from 1875-77 and the Committee on Coinage, Weights, and Measures from 1883-89 and 1891-95. In 1878 he cosponsored the Bland-Allison Act, which reintroduced the silver dollar. Bland was known as "Silver Dick," reflecting his 25-year campaign to establish bimetallism and support silver mining. Bland lost the 1896 Democratic presidential nomination to William Jennings Bryan, who campaigned for unlimited "Free Silver" coinage.

John Adam Kasson (1822-1910)
Kasson was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives six times, a career he repeatedly interrupted for diplomatic service. Kasson in 1860 was an Iowa delegate to the Republican National Convention. Abraham Lincoln named him first assistant postmaster general in 1861, an office he held until 1862. He was elected to the House of Representatives from 1863-67, during which time he chaired the Committee on Coinage, Weights, and Measures. In 1863 and again in 1867 he served as a delegate and commissioner to international postal conventions. In 1866 he drafted the Metric Act, legalizing the previously illegal metric system for use in the United States. He was an Iowa state representative in 1868-72 and served again in Congress 1873-77. He was an envoy to Austria-Hungary in 1877-81, the period in which the 1879 stellas were coined.

Although Breen's description of the men as an "unholy trinity" may be somewhat offensive, their biographies enable us to understand them a bit better, rather than demonizing them. Two of the three had such deep and abiding identification with mining interests that they were nicknamed "Pig Iron" and "Silver Dick." The third, Kasson, was a veteran international traveler-diplomat with interests in the metric system as well as coinage.
It is nonetheless true that the stellas, along with the goloid dollars and the various metric coinage proposals, were flawed and unworkable. The stellas would only approximate, rather than exactly equal, the values of several well-established European gold coins--a proposition of doubtful value. And the goloid and metric goloid dollars--silver alloyed with varying amounts of gold and copper, just as the stellas purportedly were--were indistinguishable from the normal "coin silver" dollars containing no gold. This was an immediate inducement to "wicked coiners," as Mint chief coiner Oliver Bosbyshell termed it.
We believe the Mint produce no experimental metric alloy for the stella patterns; rather, it shaved down half eagle planchets of normal .900 fine gold for their coinage, leading to the striations seen on all pieces we have cataloged. The striations on the present lovely Gem run slightly west-southwest to east-northeast through Liberty's hair, cheek, and eye areas, as well as faintly out into the field behind her head. On the reverse after a normal coin turn, the striations run slightly west-northwest to east-southeast. A couple of shallow, undistracting indentations on Liberty's cheek are noted, along with a few hair-thin scrapes in the field just above the date. Unmentioned on the holder is the considerable cameo contrast visible over the yellow-gold surfaces. This is a stunning piece, with equal parts immense numismatic interest and enormous eye appeal. Census: 17 in 65, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P1)

Early Half Eagles

1399

1795 $5 Small Eagle--Scratched--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6412, BD-3, High R.3. Because the wear on this yellow-orange piece is present mostly on the high points, the fields retain considerable luster. The obverse, though lightly abraded, displays attractively, but on the reverse below the branch, there are a number of scratches that account for the details grade. Still, a readily collectible piece.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1400

1798 $5 Large Eagle, Large 8, 14 Star Reverse--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. Breen-6427, BD-3, R.5. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/c. This elusive die variety is promptly attributed by die cracks through the M in UNUM and the branch stem. A slightly bright but minimally abraded example with apricot, apple-green, lilac, and powder-blue toning.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P4)

1401

1800 $5 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU50 Details. Breen-6438, BD-2, High R.3. The reverse with the E in STATES positioned with vertical stroke to the left of where the clouds touch. A light yellow-gold piece that has the details of an AU specimen, though the hairlined fields show disturbed luster from a past cleaning and each side shows a number of small digs.(Registry values: P2)

1402

1800 $5 --Obverse Damage--NCS. AU Details. Breen-6438, BD-2, High R.3. Bass-Dannreuther Die State b/b. A relatively small dig is noted on the right obverse field. Otherwise, this is a pleasing piece with virtually full luster on the reverse and unbroken luster across the obverse periphery.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1403

1811 $5 Small 5 MS61 NGC. Breen-6464, BD-2, R.3. Two varieties for the year (Tall 5 and Small 5 reverses) share an obverse die; the small 5 with the feather tip over the center of the flag of the 5 in the closely spaced denomination is diagnostic for this reverse. Attributed as "Obverse State e" from the John Dannreuther and Harry Bass Early U.S. Gold Coin Varieties reference, showing obverse reclashing and die crack from star 9 to star 10, and "Reverse State b, clashed."
The brass-gold surfaces display soft luster and are imbued with traces of greenish-tan. A well executed strike imparts sharp detail to the design elements. Light handling marks do not detract, nor do faint adjustment marks on the upper reverse. This is quite an attractive coin for the designated grade.
Ex: Dr. Conway A. Bolt Collection (Stack's, 4/1966), lot 912 (Stack's envelope included).
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P2)

1404

1811 $5 Small 5 MS62 NGC. Breen-6464, BD-2, R.3. Bass-Dannreuther Die State e/b with prominently clashed dies. This lemon-gold early half eagle has a lustrous reverse and full luster across the obverse periphery. Friction is minimal, and both sides are refreshingly devoid of singular abrasions. Only two die varieties are known for the 1811. The obverse die is the same, but the reverses are readily distinguished by the size of the 5. The Large 5 variety is believed moderately scarcer. Both marriages are much more elusive than the 1807 BD-8 or the 1810 Large Date, Large 5, BD-4.(Registry values: P2)

1405

1812 $5 AU58 NGC. Wide 5D, Breen-6466, BD-1, R.3. The open fields are reflective, while the legends and devices demonstrate cartwheel luster. A few trivial adjustment marks are detected on the upper left reverse border. This die pairing is noteworthy for a lengthy curved die scratch, as made, within the eagle's shield and left (facing) wing.(Registry values: P2)

Classic Half Eagles

1406

1834 $5 Plain 4 MS62 PCGS. Second Head, Breen-6502, McCloskey 2-C, R.4. A scarcer variety with a triple punched 4 in the date and a repunched D in 5 D. Both dies are seen more often in other 1834 pairings, such as M. 2-A and M. 4-C. The heavy die break through most of UNITED may account for the scarcity of M. 2-C. This is an unabraded example with substantial luster and minor mint-made strike-throughs near OF and star 12.(Registry values: P1)

1407

1834 $5 Plain 4 MS64 NGC. First Head, Breen-6501, McCloskey 1-A, R.3. There are four types of half eagles produced in 1834: the Capped Head to Left coins with Plain 4 or Crosslet 4, and the Classic Head coins, also with Plain or Crosslet 4. The Capped Head 1834 half eagles are, of course, the last of their type, and among the Classic Heads the Crosslet 4 is much more elusive than the Plain 4 variety. The Plain 4 is appealing in high grade, however, precisely because it is the most obtainable. In MS64, 1834 Plain 4s are far from common, but when found they make wonderful type coins. NGC has certified 52 pieces in this near-Gem grade, with only eight coins finer (9/09). The surfaces of this piece are a lustrous, bright yellow-gold, with lots of eye appeal and minimal marks for the grade. A small arcing die crack connects stars 4 and 5 to the obverse rim in two places. Another plus is the bold strike, and there are no distractions save for a couple of tiny dark toning areas of little import.(Registry values: P1)

1408

1835 $5 MS63 PCGS. First Head, Breen-6504, McCloskey 1-A, R.2. The 5 in the denomination is completely under the fletchings, and the leaf pair is distant from the bottom of the U in UNITED. On the obverse star 7 points to the forward half of the third curl atop the head. This is a wonderful early 19th century type coin in the Classic half eagle series, one that we think is much underrated. Pretty yellow-gold surfaces radiate much eye appeal, despite the minor ticks that prevent an even finer grade.(Registry values: P1)

1409

1836 $5 AU50 ICG. Second Head, Small Date, Breen-6508, McCloskey 5-D, R.3. Luster fills the devices and legends of this straw-gold Classic five. Minimally abraded aside from a faint pinscratch above the beak.(Registry values: P1)

1410

1836 $5 AU55 PCGS. Second Head, Large Date, Breen-6509, McCloskey 2-B, R.4. A scarce die marriage distinguished by a prominent vertical die crack that nearly bisects the obverse between 12:30 and 5:30. Splendidly detailed and partly lustrous. One thin obverse mark noted at 10:30.(Registry values: P1)

1411

1837 $5 AU53 NGC. CAC. Large Date, Large 5, Breen-6512, McCloskey 2-B, R.3. A sun-gold better date Philadelphia Classic five with substantial luster and uncommonly few marks. Sharply struck and pleasing. Certified in a prior generation holder.(Registry values: P1)

1412

1838-D $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. McCloskey 1-A, R.3, the sole dies. Slightly bright and glossy, but the eagle's plumage has a wealth of detail. The borders display occasional tiny digs. This introductory Dahlonega issue is costly in better circulated grades, but the present piece should be affordable to the budget-minded Southern gold collector.(Registry values: P4)

Liberty Half Eagles

1413

1839 $5 MS63 PCGS. The 1839 Liberty half eagles were the first of a denomination that would continue for nearly 70 years, although the design is actually quite different from the issues of 1840 and later, making it technically a one-year subtype. Most known survivors from the mintage of 118,000 coins are well-circulated, and Mint State examples are rare. The yellow-gold surfaces on this specimen offer rich, frosty luster and ebullient eye appeal. A few of the obverse stars around the periphery are incompletely struck up, but the central details are boldly impressed. Scattered light abrasions account for the grade, and a couple of small dark flecks appear on the reverse, which also shows some strike incompleteness on the dentilation. Despite such minor quibbles, this is a nonetheless lovely and elusive conditional rarity. Population: 5 in 63, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

1414

1839-C $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. Variety 1. The yellow-gold surfaces of this C-mint representative display traces of luster in some of the recessed areas, and the design elements retain relatively strong detail. Fine hairlines show under magnification; these should not dissuade the interested bidder as the cleaning is light. The obverse mintmark location makes this a popular design type.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1415

1841-C $5 --Repaired, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 1, the only known. Fine hairlines are visible on the yellow-gold surfaces of this AU Details coin, as are scattered contact marks and four or five shallow scrapes in the upper left obverse field. What appear to be two small rim cuts are visible in the upper right obverse and lower right right reverse. The design elements are sharply defined, save for the typical softness on the claws and arrow feathers. Few Mint State 1841-C fives are known.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P4)

1416

1841-D $5 Small D XF45 NGC. Variety 5-D. This straw-gold Dahlonega five dollar piece is devoid of obtrusive abrasions, and has considerable hair and wing detail. Occasional portions of the devices are incompletely brought up, as usual for the remote Georgian facility. Fewer than 30,000 pieces were struck.(Registry values: P3)

1417

1842-C $5 Large Date--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Variety 1. This green-gold representative lacks obvious hairlines and has pleasing detail on the eagle's wings. Liberty's curls and the eagle's neck are typically struck. Only one mark of any consequence, located near the uppermost arrowhead.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1418

1843-C $5 XF40 NGC. Variety 1. Well-defined for the grade with rich orange-gold color that shows glimpses of radiant luster in the fields. Lightly abraded overall, as expected of the grade, but highly pleasing nonetheless.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P4)

1419

1843-D $5 Medium D XF45 PCGS. Variety 10-H, the sole Medium D variety. Like many of its fellows, this Medium D half eagle has soft central definition, but the coin's actual level of wear is minor. Warm yellow-gold surfaces have considerable remaining luster in the protected areas, and the fine abrasions on each side are a minimal influence on the eye appeal.(Registry values: P2)

1420

1843-D $5 Medium D AU53 PCGS. Variety 10-H. The more available of two Dahlonega half eagle varieties for the year. A line of three tiny die lumps between stars 1 and 2, another lump below star 12, and other minute lumps over the 43 in the date affirm the variety (Douglas Winter, 2003, p. 171). Semibright yellow-gold surfaces give off a slight greenish cast and the design elements exhibit strong detail. None of the distributed small marks are worthy of individual mention. Population: 11 in 53 for the issue, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1421

1843-D $5 Small D XF40 PCGS. Variety 10-G. The rarer mintmark variety of the 1843-D half eagle. The Small D is over the V in FIVE, while the more available Medium D variety has the mintmark centered above the VE in FIVE. Luster fills the hair, plumage, and legends of the present XF Dahlonega five. Richly detailed, and the only consequential marks are concealed on the shield and relegated to the field near the AM in AMERICA.(Registry values: P3)

1422

1844-C $5 XF40 PCGS. Variety 1. This Charlotte Mint five is from a low production of 23,631 pieces, most of which have long since been melted or lost. The present example is pale green-gold and has smooth, minimally marked fields. The eagle is richly defined, while Liberty's hair shows some incompleteness of strike.(Registry values: P5)

1423

1845 $5 MS62 NGC. As expected from the relatively large mintage (417,099 circulation strikes), the 1845 half eagle can be found with little difficulty below Mint State. NGC and PCGS have graded fewer than 80 Uncirculated pieces, none above MS64. The yellow-gold surfaces of this MS62 example display partially prooflike fields and sharply struck design elements. Scattered small marks limit the grade. Census: 11 in 62, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

1424

1846-D $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 14-I. The date is high and the mintmark is mostly above the V in FIVE. The semibright yellow-gold surfaces display traces of luster in some of the recesses. The design elements are well defined and some minute contact marks are visible on each side. Magnification brings out some fine hairlines, but the cleaning is not all that bad.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P3)

1425

1847 $5 MS64 NGC. For a currently unexplained reason, more ounces of gold were converted to coin in 1847 than in any other year before the California gold discoveries. Nearly 1 million half eagles were coined in Philadelphia in 1847, including this piece that has few peers. Despite the high mintage, the average grade of surviving examples hovers near the AU55 grade level. The present example has stunning, reflective luster with bold design elements and rich lemon-yellow surfaces. A few tiny marks prevent a higher grade, but this piece ranks as one of the finest survivors known. Census: 9 in 64, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

1426

1847-C $5 XF45 ANACS. Variety 1. Despite a mintage of 84,151 pieces, generous by Charlotte Mint standards, only a single die pair is known. This luminous straw-gold representative displays distributed small marks and incompleteness of strike on the highpoints, as expected for the grade and issue.(Registry values: P4)

1427

1848 $5 MS60 NGC. Yellow-gold surfaces are tinted with light green and show a splash of multicolored toning at 1:00 on the reverse margin, and the design elements are well impressed throughout. The few minuscule contacts do not detract, nor do some wispy field marks that only show with high magnification. The overall eye appeal is much better than what is expected for the designated grade.(Registry values: P5)

1428

1848-C $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Variety 1, the only known. A uniformly microgranular representative of the Charlotte Mint. The luster is subdued, but little if any wear is present. The strike is above-average, save for softness on the E in LIBERTY and the fletchings.(Registry values: P4)

1429

1848-D $5 XF45 PCGS. CAC. Variety 19-N. This is the same die marriage as the repunched mintmark variety, but the present piece is the later die state with no evidence of the initial low-entered mintmark. A well detailed yellow-gold Choice XF Dahlonega five with a few moderate marks on the reverse field and a rim ding beneath the 8 in the date.(Registry values: P3)

1430

1849 $5 MS61 PCGS. California gold discoveries clearly influenced production of gold coins at the branch mints, and at Philadelphia. Despite a mintage of 133,070 coins, the 1849 half eagles are still very elusive, especially in higher grades. Only a little over 30 Mint State examples have been certified by NGC and PCGS in all Mint State grades. This piece is highly attractive with rich lemon-yellow luster and prooflike fields. Hints of orange toning add to its overall eye appeal. Population: 4 in 61, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

1431

1850-C $5 AU58 NGC. Variety 4. A yellow-gold Borderline Uncirculated Charlotte half eagle with uncommonly few marks and a mildly subdued appearance. Luster shimmers throughout the legends and devices. The mintmark is faint but nearly fully outlined. Census: 21 in 58, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

1432

1850-D $5 Weak D AU53 NGC. Variety 23-O. The Weak D reverse showing heavy peripheral die cracks at the left reverse border. The yellow-gold surfaces display a faint greenish-gray tint, and the design elements are well defined except for the usual weakness on the eagle's neck. Small marks are visible, especially on the obverse, but these are fewer and of less severity than typically seen. Rare in AU and virtually unknown in Mint State.

1433

1851 $5 MS61 PCGS. This is an extremely important opportunity for the advanced specialist because the 1851 five dollar is quite scarce in Mint State grades. Mintage of 1851 half eagles in Philadelphia numbered 377,505 coins, but only about 100 have been graded Mint State by PCGS and NGC. This one is sharply struck with bright yellow-gold surfaces. Minute marks over each side limit the grade. Population: 12 in 61, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

1434

1851-O $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Most 1851-O half eagles entered circulation, and today they are a rare date in any grade. Mint State pieces are virtually unobtainable. The yellow-gold surfaces of this AU Details specimen have been dulled a bit by the light cleaning. The design features are well defined save for the usual minor softness on the eagle's neck. Scattered ticks do not detract.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P7)

1435

1852 $5 MS62 PCGS. Despite the generous mintage approaching 600,000 pieces, Mint State examples of this antebellum issue are surprisingly rare; Garrett and Guth estimate (2006) that only about 150 examples survive. There is some rim crumbling beneath the date, and some of the peripheral stars around the obverse are incompletely struck. The strike on the reverse is bold, save for minor weakness on the fletchings and eagle's claws. Flashy golden luster complements the overall good eye appeal. A small patch of scrapes in the right reverse field likely limits an even finer grade. Population: 37 in 62, 29 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P4)

1436

1854 $5 MS64 NGC. Bright lemon-yellow color complements the satiny luster that glistens over the barely abraded surfaces. The centers are a bit soft, as often seen, but the stars are fully defined. Given its rarity in Mint State grades, the 1854 half eagle is an underrated--and thus undervalued--issue. Neither NGC nor PCGS has certified any coins finer than the present specimen (9/09). (Registry values: P5)

1437

1854-D $5 Weak D AU50 NGC. The curve of the mintmark is barely discernible on this Dahlonega five. Light yellow-gold and orange surfaces retain considerable radiant luster.

1438

1855-C $5 AU50 ANACS. Variety 1, sole die pair for the year. The portrait is crisply detailed, though the eagle's neck lacks the level of fine detail sometimes seen. Pale yellow-gold surfaces show minimal alloy and exhibit surprising radiance for an AU50 piece. Housed in a small-format ANACS holder.(Registry values: P4)

1439

1856-D $5 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. Variety 33-BB. This low mintage Dahlonega half eagle has only minimal wear, but the surfaces are slightly bright and minutely granular. The stars are typically brought up, but the designs are otherwise well struck by the standards of the remote Georgian branch mint.(Registry values: P3)

1440

1856-O $5 AU53 PCGS. CAC. The 1856-O half eagle, with a mintage of 10,000 pieces, is tied with the 1892-O for the lowest production total of any O-mint five. In fact, after the 1857-O half eagles, New Orleans would make no more half eagles for 35 years, until the 1892-O. The 1856-O is rare in About Uncirculated, and extremely rare in Mint State. This AU53 example boasts appealing orange-gold surfaces with a few light contact marks, although fewer than might be expected for the grade. The strike, as is typical for the issue, shows flatness on some of the stars around the periphery and at the bottom of the date. The reverse is choice for the grade. Population: 5 in 53, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P7)

1441

1858 $5 AU53 PCGS. CAC. A yellow-gold example that boasts a generous quotient of mint luster. No marks merit mention, and the strike is good despite softness on the eagle's neck and fletchings. The mintage of 15,136 pieces makes the 1858 a decidedly better date. Population: 4 in 53, 16 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P5)

1442

1858-C $5 XF45 PCGS. Variety 1, the one more frequently seen. This is an attractive Choice XF example with strong central definition on the stars as well as pleasing hair detail. Lightly worn with dusky yellow-orange surfaces that show few overt abrasions. PCGS has graded 87 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

1443

1859-D $5 Medium D MS63 PCGS. Variety 36-CC. Easily one of the finest survivors known for this elusive late-date Dahlonega half eagle issue, listed in Doug Winter's Condition Census for the issue and previously part of the Chestatee Collection offered by Heritage in August 1999, which consisted of duplicates (!) from the incomparable Duke's Creek Collection. Considered the second finest known at that time. The two small abrasions below the truncation of the bust are unmistakable pedigree markers.
Rich orange-tinged yellow-gold luster shows slight granularity but is fine and pleasing nonetheless. Slight striking softness as usual on the central devices, though each side shows few marks for the grade. A great opportunity for the dedicated Dahlonega gold lover.
Ex: Arthur Montgomery Collection; Auction '84 (Stack's session, 8/1984), lot 1351; Ed Milas; Ed Milas Collection (Stack's, 5/1995), lot 516; Numisma '95 (Stack's/RARCOA/Akers, 11/1995), lot 1469; Chestatee Collection (Heritage, 8/1999), lot 7700.(Registry values: P3)

1444

1860-D $5 Medium D XF45 PCGS. Variety 38-FF, the only known Medium D dies. The 1860-D half eagle is among the better-produced issues of this Southern mint, and this is an exemplary representative of its output. The strike is bold, save for flatness on star 1, and on the eagle's lower neck on the reverse. Neither side shows any singular abrasions, despite wear consistent with the grade. Lovely orange-gold surfaces round out the broad appeal.(Registry values: P4)

1445

1861 $5 MS60 NGC. Well-defined with no trace of wear and swirling luster. Moderately abraded surfaces are yellow-orange near the rims with lightening color at the centers.(Registry values: P3)

1446

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, 20 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P8)

1447

1866-S $5 Motto XF40 NGC. Both 1866-S issues (With Motto and No Motto) are extremely rare in the higher circulated grades and all but unknown in Mint State (a single MS61 NGC 1866-S Motto coin has been certified). This XF40 Motto example is on the high side for certified survivors, most of which average about VF30. The antique-gold surfaces show a fairly sharp strike and minimal abrasions for the grade, despite the 20 points of wear. Census: 5 in 40, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P3)

1448

1869-S $5 XF45 NGC. The San Francisco Mint struck close to 700,000 double eagles in 1869, but other denominations were neglected. Only 31,000 half eagles were struck, and few if any were set aside. NGC and PCGS combined have certified only four Mint State examples, none above MS62. This is an unblemished example with noticeable luster throughout the reverse legends. The devices show inexactness of strike, usual for the facility and era.(Registry values: P3)

1449

1870-CC $5 VF30 ICG. A perennial collector favorite as the first year of half eagles (or any coinage) from the legendary Carson City Mint, as chronicled so delightfully in The Mint on Carson Street by the indefatigable Rusty Goe. A meager 7,000 pieces were coined, a total subject to the whims and vagaries of the miners who deposited bullion for coinage. The 1870-CC is the key to the Carson City half eagles, rarely seen above Choice VF or so. This VF30 piece shows the normal weak strike on the eagle's neck and the fletchings. For a coin that has seen 30 points of wear, however, there are remarkably few abrasions on the orange-gold surfaces, and a pleasing amount of detail remains.(Registry values: P3)

1450

1871-CC $5 AU55 NGC. Produced in only the second year of the fabled Carson City Mint's short lifespan, the 1871-CC half eagles were made to the extent of only 20,770 pieces. That was a fairly generous number for the series and the era; compare it with the 7,675 coins that facility managed to make in its first year. The Carson City Mint was a demand-driven establishment. The need for a local mint--rather than distant San Francisco--drove its creation, and its products were readily snapped up to feed the needs of regional commerce. CC-mint pundit Rusty Goe estimates a survival rate below 1% for the issue, or 140-175 coins in all grades. In AU55 this piece is one of only nine so graded at NGC, with eight coins finer (9/09). The apricot-gold surfaces are relatively free of singular abrasions, with excellent eye appeal. A hint of strike softness appears on the high points of each side, but otherwise there are few distractions.(Registry values: P3)

1451

1879-CC $5 AU50 PCGS. The various levels of About Uncirculated are the highest condition that most collectors will encounter when searching for an 1879-CC half eagle. Mint State specimens are extremely rare; PCGS and NGC have seen a mere six such coins, all in MS60 and MS61. Traces of luster show in the protected areas of this yellow-gold AU coin, and most of the devices are well defined. The few minor marks are inconsequential.(Registry values: P3)

1452

1879-CC $5 --Polished--NCS. AU Details. The Carson City Mint struck minuscule quantities of half eagles compared to most Philadelphia and San Francisco issues of that era. For example, the 1879-CC had a mintage of just 17,281 pieces, while Philadelphia struck 301,920 half eagles that year and San Francisco produced another 426,200 fives. This example is unnaturally prooflike and a bit bright from buffing. The reverse field displays a pair of short pinscratches.(Registry values: P3)

1453

1880 $5 MS64 NGC. A satiny Choice Liberty five from the first high mintage date of the series. MS64 examples are very scarce, however, since most Uncirculated survivors were loosely stored. Well preserved save for a few delicate obverse field grazes.(Registry values: P2)

1454

1881 $5 MS64 PCGS. An impressively well-defined near-Gem with great eye appeal. The yellow-gold surfaces have delightful satiny luster. PCGS has graded just 12 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1455

1881 $5 MS65 PCGS. The enormous production of more than 5.7 million coins makes available exciting Gem coins such as the present piece, with superlative reddish-gold coloration and minimal contact, large or small. The bold strike is compelling. The only minor drawback are some tiny dark areas of unknown origin along the obverse rim.(Registry values: P2)

1456

1882-S $5 MS64 NGC. A pleasing near-Gem with vivacious luster, a precise strike, and a smooth appearance. NGC has certified only 27 pieces finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1457

1884-S $5 MS63 PCGS. Light blue patina along the rims surrounds the yellow-gold centers of this lustrous piece. Several pin-sized abrasions and a couple of tiny spots define the grade. Population: 43 in 63, 8 finer (8/09).(Registry values: P3)

1458

1885 $5 MS64 PCGS. Lustrous and crisply struck with splashes of orange that accent the straw-gold surfaces. The obverse is beautifully preserved, and the reverse field has only a few field abrasions. Certified in a green label holder. Population: 51 in 64, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1459

1885-S $5 MS64 NGC. The 1885-S is scarce in grades finer than MS64. This example is boldly detailed with frosty light yellow-gold luster and brilliant surfaces.(Registry values: P2)

1460

1890-CC $5 MS62 NGC. The 1890-CC five is a plentifully available (relatively speaking) Carson City five. This piece shows the bright yellow-gold mint luster typical of the issue. The surfaces are minimally abraded for the grade, and the only striking weakness is seen in the centers of each side.(Registry values: P2)

1461

1890-CC $5 MS63 PCGS. The 1890-CC is popular with collectors desiring a coin struck at the Carson City Mint. Rich orange-gold patina adorns the lustrous surfaces of this Select example, imbued with sky-blue and reddish freckles. A well directed strike also leaves fairly sharp definition on the motifs. Light handling marks are slightly more noticeable on the obverse. Population: 28 in 63, 31 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

1462

1891-CC $5 MS61 PCGS. The mintage of 208,000 coins is the highest mintage of any gold issue struck in Carson City. As such it is an ideal candidate for the type collector who seeks a single representative of the Nevada Mint. This piece is fully lustrous with rich green-gold surfaces and sharp details.(Registry values: P1)

1463

1891-CC $5 MS62 PCGS. CAC. A highly pleasing Carson City gold type coin that lacks the myriad small scuffs typically associated with the MS62 level. Although available in higher Mint State grades, the present piece nonetheless provides excellent value.(Registry values: P1)

1464

1893-CC $5 MS61 NGC. Gold coins were exported widely between 1891 and 1893, and over the past couple of decades many of those same coins have been repatriated. This is a pleasing example of this final year of issue for the Carson City mint. The strike is strong throughout, and the surfaces show deep reddish patina overall with no objectionable marks on either side.(Registry values: P2)

1465

1894-O $5 MS60 NGC. This bright greenish-yellow half eagle has reflective fields around satiny devices. The surfaces are lightly abraded, as expected for the grade. Both sides have sharp design definition, and the overall appearance is excellent. The 1894-O half eagle is scarce, with a mintage of only 16,000 coins. NGC and PCGS have combined to grade about 125 of these in all Mint State grades.(Registry values: P3)

1466

1899-S $5 MS64 NGC. Here is a common, high mintage date that is a major rarity in MS64 or finer grades. NGC and PCGS have combined to certify a mere 80 pieces in MS64, and only 25 finer. The bold strike and brilliant lemon-yellow surfaces of this frosty near-Gem provide exceptional eye appeal.(Registry values: P2)

1467

1900 $5 MS64 NGC. An exquisite near-Gem that boasts pleasing preservation and original toning. The obverse is olive-green, while the reverse is peach-tinged. Well struck aside from a couple of right-side star centrils.(Registry values: N1793)

1468

1901-S $5 MS66 PCGS. CAC. The 1901-S offers the twin appeals of the popular S mintmark and its status as probably the most common half eagle in high grades--a status due as much to the large mintage as to the overall excellent production criteria. This remarkable Premium Gem displays those criteria in abundance, with a nearly full strike (save for a couple of obverse star centers), glorious luster, and attractive red-orange coloration. Abrasions are virtually absent. Population: 43 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1469

1904-S $5 MS64 NGC. Only 97,000 examples of this issue were coined--a significant drop from the levels of the previous few years--and Gem examples are unsurprisingly elusive. This splendid near-Gem example offers radiant luster over lovely orange-gold surfaces. The strike is quite close to full, as expected on S-mint productions of the era. It is perhaps only a hair-thin mark on Liberty's cheek that prevents an even finer grade, but the eye appeal is considerable. Census: 6 in 64, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Indian Half Eagles

1470

1908 $5 MS65 PCGS. CAC. The year 1908 marked the transition among half eagles from the long-running Liberty Head to the new Indian Head design. Quarter eagles saw no "split year transition," as the 1907s were Liberty Heads, the 1908s Indian Heads. For eagles and double eagles, the transition was in 1907, and to the Saint-Gaudens design rather than to the one by Pratt. So the 1908 half eagle pair is something of an oddity among gold coins. This lovely Gem is a wonderful commemoration of the new beginning. The exposed obverse fields and the Indian's cheek are remarkably smooth and abrasion-free, and the strike is bold except for the lowest three feathers. Generous luster and amazing orange-gold and lime-green colors are a further complement. PCGS has certified only 18 examples finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1471

1909 $5 MS66 PCGS. Although the 1909 Indian Head half eagles are not series rarities, Akers points out in his recent Handbook that the issue is "virtually unobtainable above the MS-65 grade level." Of course, many collectors would be more than proud to own a Gem Indian five dollar, but this Premium Gem piece goes one better. The color is a consistent, mellow orange-gold throughout both sides, neither of which shows mentionable distractions, large or small. The strike is much better executed than normal, and the thick, satiny luster is a plus. This coin is one of only eight Premium Gem examples certified at PCGS, and there are none finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1472

1909-O $5 XF45 NGC. The brass-gold surfaces of this bright Choice XF O-mint representative display subtle hints of reddish-tan. Minute distributed marks are more or less in line with a coin having seen light circulation, and the design elements retain a good amount of detail.(Registry values: N1793)

1473

1909-S $5 MS64 PCGS. The 1909-S is one of the keys to the five dollar Indian series. Plenty were struck, with a mintage just shy of 300,000 pieces, but survival is the problem. Few high grade examples are known today. PCGS has only certified 16 examples in MS64 with four finer, and NGC has graded half that many (8/09). This is a well-produced issue, with the present piece showing the usual strong striking details and rich, frosted mint luster. The surfaces display even reddish-tinted color. This is a remarkably clean coin, with no singularly mentionable abrasions on either side.(Registry values: N7079)

1474

1910-D $5 MS62 PCGS. Light yellow patina coats both sides of this lustrous specimen. Scattered abrasions define the grade, but none merit specific mention. The 1910-D had the sixth-lowest mintage in the Indian Head half eagle series.(Registry values: N991)

1475

1910-D $5 MS62 NGC. Predominantly light orange-gold, with glimpses of powder-blue across the borders. The satiny fields and devices lack obtrusive marks. The 1910-D is conditionally rare above MS63, perhaps due to its mintage of less than 200,000 pieces.(Registry values: N991)

1476

1910-D $5 MS63 NGC. CAC. The 1910-D half eagle is borderline scarce in MS63 and a condition rarity any finer, with just 12 such pieces known to NGC (9/09). This Select piece has distinctive eye appeal, with lustrous gold-orange centers giving way to generous amounts of violet alloy close to the rims. Only a few wispy marks preclude an even better grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1477

1911-D $5 AU58 NGC. A lustrous near-Mint example of the important 1911-D half eagle, with light yellow devices and darker fields that show splashes of olive patina.(Registry values: N1793)

1478

1911-S $5 MS62 NGC. Both sides have dappled yellow-orange color with dots of forest-green alloy at the margins. Well-defined with with scattered light to moderate marks that preclude a Select designation.(Registry values: N1793)

1479

1911-S $5 MS62 NGC. This scarcer date Indian five is primarily apricot-gold, although a few tiny gray spots are distributed. Close inspection beneath a loupe reveals a distinct mintmark and only moderate abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

1480

1911-S $5 MS62 PCGS. A satiny mustard-gold example of this high mintage but conditionally challenging issue. The mintmark is clear, the strike is bold, and the few noticeable marks are confined to the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1481

1911-S $5 MS62 NGC. Bright yellow-gold surfaces exhibit well struck devices save for weakness on the eagle's shoulder. Several small marks scattered about limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1482

1911-S $5 MS62 PCGS. The luminous surfaces of this S-mint half eagle display brass-gold coloration, and a well executed strike imparts relatively strong definition to the design elements, though the lowest feathers on the headdress reveal the usual softness. Grade-defining contact marks are most prevalent in the raised exposed fields. A scarce date despite its rather generous mintage of over 1.4 million pieces.(Registry values: N1793)

1483

1913 $5 MS64 NGC. CAC. Rich orange-gold luster is the rule on this remarkable near-Gem. The central details are bold, and finer elements such as the necklace are also fully outlined. A touch of peripheral duskiness does little to affect the noteworthy eye appeal. NGC has graded only 42 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1484

1913 $5 MS64 NGC. CAC. A shining yellow-orange piece with remarkable eye appeal for the issue. Well-defined and minimally abraded overall, though three near-vertical marks in the fields close to the portrait preclude an even finer designation. NGC has graded just 42 numerically superior pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1485

1914 $5 MS63 NGC. Bold sun-yellow color with suggestions of brass and butter-yellow. Well-defined and modestly abraded for the grade assigned. Considerable eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

1486

1914 $5 MS64 NGC. Bright luster invigorates the peach-gold surfaces of this near-Gem, complemented by sharply struck design features. A few minute marks in the raised exposed fields, especially on the reverse, preclude Gem classification. The 1914 is available through MS64, but becomes considerably more difficult any finer. NGC and PCGS have graded only about 40 pieces MS65 and better (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1487

1914 $5 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Wonderful wheat-gold color with glimpses of peach at the margins. Well-defined with only a few wispy marks present in the reverse fields. While the 1914 half eagle is available for a price at the MS64 level, finer examples are rarities. PCGS has graded only 23 such pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1488

1914-S $5 MS61 PCGS. Tints of light tan are embedded on the brass-gold surfaces of this S-mint five dollar and a well directed strike leaves strong definition on the design elements. Despite a few scattered small marks, this is a nice piece for the designated grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1489

1915 $5 MS63 PCGS. Pale yellow-gold surfaces have bright, almost brassy luster. Strong definition on the headdress and necklace. A line of tiny reed marks appears on the Indian's face.(Registry values: N1793)

1490

1915 $5 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Primarily bright yellow-gold with arcs of deeper orange at the left rims, more prominently on the obverse. Great luster with a significantly above-average strike. This Choice piece would make an excellent addition to a similarly graded date set. PCGS has graded just 39 finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1491

1915-S $5 MS61 ICG. Like all San Francisco Indian fives, the 1915-S is conditionally rare, and Uncirculated examples are coveted. This is an unblemished honey-gold representative that has a good strike, save for the customary incompleteness within the lower headdress. Only a single piece (an MS65 NGC) has been certified above the MS64 level.(Registry values: N2998)

Early Eagles

1492

1795 $10 13 Leaves--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6830, Taraszka-2, BD-2, High R.4. This slightly subdued and faintly hairlined olive-gold representative displays noticeable luster throughout the stars, letters, wings, and hair. An unimportant pinscratch passes through the beak, and a short, faded thin mark is beneath the IB in LIBERTY. A small area of granularity is present on the reverse exergue, and a small pellet-shaped strike-through is west of the date. A few trivial adjustment marks, as made, are concealed on Liberty's cap. The preceding list of defects appears much worse than it actually is, and most gold collectors would be delighted to possess this desirable Small Eagle early ten.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P5)

1493

1797 $10 Large Eagle AU53 PCGS. Breen-6834, Taraszka-12, BD-2, High R.4. Three die varieties are known for the 1797 Heraldic Eagle tens, all from a single obverse die. Until cataloger John Dale Beety of the Heritage staff examined this coin, it was believed that every example from all three die pairings had a die crack through the final 7.
The BD-2 die combination was first used to produce a copper die trial early in the year. The unique surviving copper example has no trace of the obverse die crack. Next, the present example and probably a few others were struck, also without the obverse crack, while showing the small rust lump on the top of the second T in STATES, apparently present on all die states. Those coins were followed by examples of BD-2 with a light die crack through the 7. Later die states exist with a much heavier crack through the 7, the same die state also seen on all examples of BD-3 and BD-4.
The present coin has light yellow color with minor abrasions in the obverse fields. Slight central weakness is seen on the obverse, but the reverse is sharply defined. There is no evidence of die lapping or clash marks that might indicate a later die state. Prooflike luster is present on the obverse near the border, through the date, and through LIBERTY. The reverse is entirely prooflike. The prooflike appearance lends credence to our belief that this specific coin was among the first 1797 eagles struck in April of that year. Its importance as a possible unique early die state piece cannot be overstated.(Registry values: P3)

1494

1797 $10 Large Eagle AU55 NGC. Breen-6834, Taraszka-8, BD-2, High R.4. This obverse is the only one used with the Large Eagle reverse; it has 10 stars left and six right. On the reverse, a star touches cloud 4, whereas in BD-3 and BD-4 the star is distant from cloud 4. Also, the eagle has a long thin neck.
Yellow-gold and apricot colors compete for territory on this Choice AU specimen that displays traces of luster in the recessed areas. Uniformly sharp definition is apparent on the design features. Fine hairlines show up under high magnification on the obverse, where a couple of hair-thin marks are also visible. The last 7 in the date shows a marked die crack running upward from the rim through the top serif where it thins out before extending onto the drapery.
Ex: The Grant Pierce & Sons Collection (Stack's, 5/1965), lot 1434 (Stack's envelope included).
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: P3)

1495

1799 $10 Large Stars Obverse--Removed From Jewelry--NCS. XF Details. Breen-6841, Taraszka-22, BD-10, R.3. A bold but overly bright example that is pebbled with myriad small marks. A faded rose spot above obverse star 1 is pinscratched, and the reverse has a minor rim ding at 5 o'clock. An affordable representative of this pricey early gold type.(Registry values: P1)

1496

1800 $10 AU58 PCGS. CAC. Breen-6842, Taraszka-23, BD-1, High R.3. Only a single die combination is known of this issue. The combination of its 19th-century date and relative availability makes it a popular choice in high grades for gold type sets. Only light high-point rub divides this piece from a Mint State grade. The orange-yellow surfaces show no adjustment marks or singular abrasions on either side, which together with the bold strike make for a piece with loads of eye appeal. Bidders should give serious consideration to this type coin. Population: 21 in 58, 42 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P2)

Liberty Eagles

1497

1841 $10 --Scratched--NCS. Unc. Details. Fully detailed aside from minor bluntness on the nostril and the hair above the ear. Luster is evident on the borders and devices, but both sides are hairlined, more prominently on the obverse.(Registry values: N4719)

1498

1842 $10 Large Date MS60 PCGS. The date is noticeably larger than on the Small Date, and the clear crosslet on the 4 cinches the deal. Garrett and Guth note that the Large Date, while more common overall, is equally as rare in Mint State as the Small Date. The PCGS population data provide confirmation.
This piece is much more attractive than the MS60 grade suggests, with deep orange-gold coloration and considerable prooflikeness present under light haze in the fields. Numerous minor abrasions pepper the surfaces, but a single scrape in the reverse field between STATES and OF, extending downward almost to the eagle's neck, is the determinant. A die break is noted from the eagle's left (facing) claw down to the E in TEN and to the rim. Population: 1 in 60, 4 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

1499

1842-O $10 AU55 NGC. Round O. The 1842-O is midway in rarity between the nearly uncollectible 1841-O and the relatively plentiful 1843-O. The 1842-O is scarce in all grades. Most certified examples are in XF and AU, and NGC has certified only three pieces as Mint State, one each between MS60 and MS62. This partly lustrous and crisply struck piece is slightly bright but lacks mentionable marks. Census: 30 in 55, 22 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1500

1843 $10 XF45 NGC. Distinctly worn on the obverse high points but with impressive yellow-gold luster remaining in the fields. Despite scattered abrasions, an appealing coin deserving the Choice XF designation.(Registry values: N991)

1501

1843-O $10 AU53 NGC. Still-lustrous yellow-gold surfaces show glimpses of orange. Well struck with little wear, though each side shows a number of fine abrasions and a large mark is noted near star 4.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1502

1844-O $10 AU53 PCGS. Yellow-gold surfaces display a slight greenish cast and retain luster in the protected areas of this well detailed ten dollar. Distributed small marks consistent with a lightly circulated coin occur over each side.(Registry values: N2998)

1503

1845 $10 AU50 NGC. Hints of luster in the protected areas accent the charming orange-gold patina that covers both sides. Scattered abrasions are consistent with the grade. The details are well defined save for some softness on a couple of stars and around Liberty's ear. Census: 14 in 50, 52 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1504

1845-O $10 AU50 NGC. Breen-6869, "rare." All four date digits are repunched, most prominently on the 8 and 4. The top of the second vertical shield stripe has a small circular area absent. This mint-made feature is undoubtedly related to the "Shield Ring" varieties found on selected 1848 to 1853 Philadelphia and New Orleans issues. A richly detailed and luminous O-mint representative with scattered minor to moderate marks.(Registry values: N2998)

1505

1849-O $10 XF45 PCGS. A luminous yellow-gold Choice XF representative of this antebellum issue, softly struck as usual at the peripheries but with slightly above-average definition on the portrait when one takes wear into account. Abrasions are noted at stars 1 and 6 and at the word TEN on the reverse. Population: 19 in 45, 13 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1506

1850-O $10 AU50 NGC. The typical 1850-O eagle grades around XF40, or perhaps a little higher, and this issue is seldom seen above AU. Delightful lilac and red accents grace the mostly yellow-gold surfaces of this minimally marked piece. Some softness is noted on the stars, but there is pleasing luster in the periphery.(Registry values: N2998)

1507

1852-O $10 AU53 NGC. The 1852-O eagle is a low mintage issue (18,000 pieces) that is seldom seen in high grades. Mint State examples are virtually impossible to find, which makes AU pieces especially desirable. Flashy luster shines beneath the delightful yellow-gold patina. The surfaces are minimally abraded. The stars have weak centrils, but the rest of the details are crisply defined. Census: 20 in 53, 29 finer (8/09).
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1508

1853-O $10 AU53 NGC. A delightfully lustrous New Orleans eagle. Pleasing watery reflectivity in the periphery enhances the olive-gold patina that covers the majority of the surfaces, with occasional red and russet accents around the perimeter. An above-average representative.(Registry values: N1793)

1509

1854-O $10 Small Date AU53 PCGS. The '54-O has a low mintage of 52,500 pieces, further divided into Small Date and Large Date examples, which are of approximately equal rarity. A pale gold representative with ample luster and no mentionable marks. Population: 17 in 53, 25 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1510

1855 $10 AU58 NGC. Boldly defined centers but with softness on the peripheral stars. Nonetheless, this scarcely worn yellow-gold example has great eye appeal, thanks to its immense luster.(Registry values: N1793)

1511

1855-O $10 XF40 NGC. Prohibitively rare in Mint State, the 1855-O eagle was produced to the extent of only 18,000 coins in antebellum New Orleans. Luster is evident throughout the legends. A moderately abraded piece with a couple of abrasions near the date and a minor obverse rim ding near 8 o'clock.
Ex: Baltimore ANA Signature (Heritage, 7/2008), lot 3127, which realized $1,955.(Registry values: N1793)

1512

1856-O $10 XF40 ANACS. A well defined example with moderate incompleteness of strike limited to the curls northwest of Liberty's ear. The apricot-gold surfaces are slightly glossy and show small marks. A difficult New Orleans issue with a meager mintage of 14,500 pieces.(Registry values: N1793)

1513

1856-O $10 AU50 PCGS. The coinage of 1856, including the 1856-O eagle, comprises the first antebellum issues in which the Mint reverted to its former style of using Upright 5s in place of the Slanted 5s, which are thought to have been a signature or preference of Mint Engraver James B. Longacre. Light wear appears as expected on the antique-gold surfaces, but plenty of appeal remains, and there are no singular abrasions. This is an issue that is all but unknown in Mint State, where only PCGS has certified a single MS60 example--despite the presence of several pieces, all AU, aboard the S.S. Republic. Population: 11 in 50, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1514

1856-O $10 AU50 NGC. The 1856-O ten had a paltry mintage of just 14,500 pieces, and most examples grade around XF45. The present coin is above-average, with crisp details and traces of luster in the fields. Traces of verdigris are seen around the stars and date, but there are no individually significant marks. A nice example of this elusive issue.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N2998)

1515

1856-S $10 AU58 NGC. Medium S. Because double eagles were the preferred West Coast denomination, S-mint eagle mintages were generally low prior to 1879. The 1856-S has the second highest mintage between 1854 and 1878, behind only the 1854-S, yet a scant 68,000 pieces were struck. This is a moderately abraded yellow-gold example with considerable peripheral luster. Census: 45 in 58, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1516

1857 $10 AU50 NGC. Brass-gold coloration adorns both sides of this low-mintage eagle (16,606 business strikes), each of which retains traces of luster in the recessed areas. Generally well detailed and revealing scattered light marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1517

1858-S $10 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. This earlier San Francisco eagle issue has a characteristically low mintage of 11,800 pieces, and this mintage, combined with a high attrition rate, accounts for how elusive it is in all grades. The present piece retains strong detail, though the original luster of the yellow-orange surfaces has been lost to cleaning.(Registry values: N4719)

1518

1860 $10 AU58 NGC. Six-fold or bulging bun, one of two design subtypes known for this low mintage (15,105 pieces) issue. Luster brightens the devices and legends, and while the untoned surfaces display marks, none are singularly distracting. Census: 27 in 58, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1519

1861 $10 AU53 NGC. Five-fold or rounded bun subtype. A lustrous Civil War-era ten dollar with splendid yellow-gold patina. The stars are softly defined, but the rest of the details are bold. Scattered abrasions are entirely minor.(Registry values: N991)

1520

1861-S $10 PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .92 suggests Cleaning as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons, that PCGS deemed this coin not gradable. In our opinion, this coin has the details of an AU58 specimen that has been cleaned. Both sides have excellent central definition with only a trace of friction on the high points. Surfaces are generally light yellow-gold with subdued luster from cleaning, though two small alloy spots are noted on the left reverse.

1521

1862 $10 AU58 NGC. This Civil War era ten dollar is extremely scarce in circulated condition and virtually unobtainable in Mint State. This near-Mint State specimen is thus an important offering for the date collector. Its yellow-gold surfaces exhibit a good amount of luster in the recessed areas, and the design elements are strongly defined. Minute surface marks are noted on both sides and a few rim bruises occur on the reverse. Census: 16 in 58, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1522

1871-CC $10 AU53 NGC. The first-year 1870-CC gets all the glory, but the 1871-CC is also an important Carson City rarity. Just 8,085 pieces were struck, and those remained in circulation since there were no West Coast gold coin collectors until at least the 1890s. NGC and PCGS have each certified examples in grades as low as VG8. The two services have encapsulated a total of three pieces as Mint State, but even advanced collectors can only hope to acquire a nice AU representative, such as the present coin. Copious luster fills the borders and devices, and the sun-gold surfaces are radiant and bear only the expected number of moderate abrasions. An important opportunity for the specialist.(Registry values: N7079)

1523

1873-S $10 AU50 NGC. Ample luster remains, especially in the protected areas of this pleasing light yellow-gold eagle. Only 12,000 coins were minted at a time when double eagles were the primary coinage issue. Most of those that were struck entered circulation where they stayed for a long time, as evidenced by the average certified grade of less than XF. This piece is a remarkable survivor. Census: 10 in 50, 29 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1524

1876 $10 VF25 ANACS. As the mintage of just 687 business strikes implies, this is an extremely rare date in any grade. Enough of the mintage has survived that examples, while challenging to find, are still available from time to time. This piece has pleasing medium yellow surfaces with hints of pale orange toning around the devices. A few marks are present on each side, but the overall appearance is excellent.(Registry values: N1793)

1525

1876-CC $10 XF40 PCGS. With the exception of the 1874-CC, which is merely very scarce, all Carson City ten dollar issues from the 1870s are rarities. The 1876-CC is no exception, since only 4,696 pieces were struck, most of which no longer survive. The present example has less wear than the grade suggests, but the straw-gold surfaces are slightly bright and Liberty's hair is softly brought up, as is usual for the issue. Population: 16 in 40, 39 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1526

1878 $10 MS62 PCGS. Strongly struck for this Philadelphia issue with pleasing yellow-gold luster. Wispy marks and a few more significant field abrasions largely account for the grade. Population: 37 in 62, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1527

1878 $10 MS62 PCGS. The 1878 is the lowest mintage Philly issue between 1878 and 1886, yet is the highest mintage issue struck between 1862 and 1878. Though a number of wispy abrasions visit the yellow-gold surfaces, this remains an attractive coin. The stars exhibit minor die doubling. Population: 41 in 62, 18 finer (1/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1528

1880 $10 MS63 PCGS. Well struck and lustrous with a copper-golden finish. The obverse field has a few light luster grazes, but this is nonetheless a pleasing eagle with considerable eye appeal. The 1880 issue is the earliest in the series that has a mintage above one million pieces, but survivors tend to be much more bagmarked than is the present example. Population: 49 in 63, 15 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1529

1880 $10 MS63 NGC. The copious mintage exceeding 1.6 million coins translates today into examples being available up to MS63, but Choice and finer coins are quite difficult. This Select piece offers classic eye appeal via the lustrous golden-orange surfaces and bold strike. A few wispy obverse marks fail to diminish the appeal of this With Motto type coin. Census: 29 in 63, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1530

1880 $10 MS64 PCGS. After decades of slumbering, mintages of Liberty eagles soared in 1880. The 1880 was the first issue with a mintage above 1 million pieces, a level surpassed by the first-year 1850 double eagle. Nonetheless, the 1880 ten dollar is rare at the MS64 level due to non-numismatic handling and storage. The present near-Gem is well struck, lustrous, and beautifully preserved. The reverse is nearly immaculate. Population: 14 in 64, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1531

1880-CC $10 AU50 ANACS. Light yellow surfaces retain considerable luster on this pleasing Carson City eagle. The surfaces have faint marks and abrasions as usual. This is an excellent grade for acquisition, as examples are still affordable, which is untrue for AU55 or finer pieces.(Registry values: N1793)

1532

1880-S $10 MS63 PCGS. Breen-7000, Taller S. This well struck eagle has deep reddish-gold color, and the mint luster swirls around both sides. The marks seen on the obverse remain cumulatively moderate. The 1880-S is usually seen in bagmarked Mint and near-Mint grades, but relatively clean pieces are rare. Population: 26 in 63, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1533

1881-CC $10 XF45 NGC. A violet-accented orange-gold piece with faint glimmers of luster in the fields. Despite light wear, neither side shows more than a few faint marks and abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

1534

1881-CC $10 MS61 NGC. The 1881-CC is fairly common in Extremely Fine and About Uncirculated condition, and what few Mint State pieces that have survived are mainly in the MS60 to MS62 levels of preservation. This well struck MS61 specimen displays a good amount of luster on its yellow-gold surfaces that are imbued with tints of light tan. Distributed contact marks limit the grade. Census: 16 in 61, 19 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1535

1881-O $10 XF40 PCGS. The New Orleans Mint reopened in 1879 to coin silver dollars, but the facility also struck limited quantities of eagles each year through 1883. The '81-O mintage was only 8,350 pieces. The sharpness and extent of the luster are impressive for the XF level, and the honey-gold color is original. There is one concealed mark on Liberty's jaw. Encased in a green label holder.(Registry values: N991)

1536

1883 $10 MS63 ICG. A sharply detailed and lustrous lemon-yellow coin, lightly abraded as expected for the grade. This year's mintage was substantial, exceeding 200,000 coins, although few have survived in finer grades. Strongly appealing.(Registry values: N2998)

1537

1883-CC $10 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Medium-yellow patina covers both sides of this minimally abraded specimen. Traces of luster reside in the protected areas around the perimeter. Liberty's hair is softly defined, but the rest of the details are crisp. The 1883-CC is seldom seen better than AU.(Registry values: N2998)

1538

1883-CC $10 AU53 PCGS. Ex: Rainy Day Collection. Most immediately noteworthy about this briefly circulated yellow-gold eagle is its reflective luster, which is most persistent in the protected areas around the peripheral lettering. Excellent definition with strong eye appeal despite a number of wispy abrasions. Population: 11 in 53, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1539

1885 $10 MS63 PCGS. This lower mintage issue is available in bagmarked Uncirculated grades, but becomes very scarce at the MS63 level. The green-gold surfaces display unencumbered luster and obtrusive marks are absent. Sharply struck on both sides. Population: 35 in 63, 9 finer (9/09).
Ex: Baltimore Signature (Heritage, 7/2003), lot 10470, which realized $2,127.50.(Registry values: N2998)

1540

1888-O $10 MS62 PCGS. A canary-gold example with good luster, prominent clashmarks, and an interesting strike-through on the reverse rim at 1 o'clock. A low mintage New Orleans issue unavailable above the MS63 level.(Registry values: N1793)

1541

1888-O $10 MS63 NGC. The 1888-O is relatively available in most grades compared to some of its earlier New Orleans Mint counterparts, and collectors can actually find low Mint State examples with little difficulty. Nonetheless, this issue becomes rare at the MS63 level, and it is virtually impossible to locate a finer example. Only one piece has been certified in a higher grade (MS64 PCGS) by either major service (8/09). Pleasing straw-gold patina embraces the semiprooflike surfaces of this remarkable specimen. Several wispy grazes do not detract. A sharply struck and conditionally scarce example.(Registry values: N2998)

1542

1890-CC $10 AU55 NGC. The honey-gold surfaces of this Choice AU eagle display traces of greenish-tan and possess a fair amount of luster. Well defined for the most part and revealing scattered small circulation marks.(Registry values: N991)

1543

1890-CC $10 AU58 NGC. Both sides of this near-Mint Carson City ten retain considerable swirling luster, satiny on the obverse and flashy on the reverse. Well-defined and attractive overall, though a long abrasion is noted on Liberty's portrait and traces of alloy are present near the rims.(Registry values: N991)

1544

1890-CC $10 MS62 NGC. Despite its chronological proximity to the 1891-CC, the 1890-CC is much scarcer in Mint State, undoubtedly due to its low mintage of 17,500 pieces. NGC has yet to certify any above the MS63 level. This MS62 example has unbroken luster and a sharp strike. Tiny marks here and there are inoffensive, leading to eye appeal that is superior for the grade. Census: 38 in 62, 11 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1545

1891 $10 MS63 NGC. A sharply struck wheat-gold representative of this underrated Philadelphia issue, which received this note in Garrett and Guth: "The 1891 is generally available up to MS-62, after which it becomes quite scarce in MS-63." Though modestly abraded, this frosty Select example offers wonderful eye appeal for the designation. NGC has graded a mere three coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1546

1891-CC $10 MS61 PCGS. FS-501. The mintmark is clearly repunched, a variety first reported by gold specialist Douglas Winter. A crisply struck Carson City type coin with pleasing luster and the expected number of moderate abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

1547

1891-CC $10 MS62 NGC. The strike and luster of this piece are reminiscent of a finer coin, although scattered abrasions--commensurate to the assigned grade--are noted on both sides of this apricot-gold twenty. The 1890-CC is often the coin of choice for those assembling type sets of Carson City issues.(Registry values: N1793)

1548

1891-CC $10 MS63 NGC. Deep orange-gold luster, frosty surfaces, and sharp design definition characterize this delightful MS63 Carson City eagle. The 1891-CC ten had a large mintage of 103,712 coins, the largest mintage of eagles at that facility and far greater than the second largest mintage of 40,000 eagles in the following year. Census: 84 in 63, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1549

1892-O $10 MS62 PCGS. Both sides of this lustrous O-mint ten sport rich orange-gold color, duskier on the obverse than the reverse. Boldly struck with impressive visual appeal. PCGS has graded a mere five coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1550

1893 $10 MS64 NGC. Vibrant luster and an exacting strike combine with unblemished butter-gold surfaces to confirm the quality of this ten dollar near-Gem. Substantially scarcer than the common date '01-S, especially in better grades.(Registry values: N1793)

1551

1893 $10 MS61 Prooflike NGC. Sharply struck with readily appreciable mirrors. The yellow-gold surfaces show a number of scattered abrasions, but the devices are comparatively clean.

1552

1894 $10 MS64 PCGS. Lustrous orange-gold surfaces are tinged with light green, and the design elements display well struck devices save for minor weakness in the first few star centers. Scattered minute marks preclude Gem status. Housed in a green label holder. Population: 88 in 64, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1553

1894 $10 MS64 NGC. A trifle softly struck on the obverse stars but with impressive, swirling luster. This near-Gem ten would be ideal for a similarly graded 19th century type set.(Registry values: N1793)

1554

1894 $10 MS64 NGC. Decisively struck with a touch of the prooflike to each side, both in the reflectivity of the yellow-gold fields and the faint frostiness of the devices. A sharp and beautiful near-Gem.(Registry values: N1793)

1555

1895-S $10 MS62 PCGS. The 1895-S ten dollar, from a mintage of 49,000 pieces, can be located in circulated grades with patience and searching. Mint State coins, however, especially in the higher levels thereof, are very difficult to come by. This sharply struck MS62 specimen displays yellow-gold patina on its lustrous surfaces. Minute contact marks are more prevalent on the obverse. Population: 6 in 62, 3 finer (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1556

1896 $10 MS63 NGC. Yellow-gold and greenish-tan coloration runs over the lustrous surfaces of this well struck ten dollar. Light grazes deny a higher grade assignment.(Registry values: N1793)

1557

1897 $10 MS64 PCGS. A lustrous green-gold example that has moderate obverse grazes and a few drops of lacquer near 1 o'clock on the reverse. Scarce at the MS64 level, yet available at little if any premium over common dates such as the 1901-S. Population: 81 in 64, 5 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1558

1899 $10 MS66 PCGS. An exquisitely detailed Premium Gem representative of this turn-of-the-century Liberty eagle issue, one of just four tied for numerically finest certified by PCGS (9/09). The strike on the portrait is exquisite, and the apricot-infused yellow-gold surfaces are practically untouched. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1)

1559

1899-S $10 MS63 PCGS. The 1899-S eagle is a popular type coin due to its good production qualities and generous mintage of 841,000 pieces, an excellent alternative for collectors who want an S-mint alternative to the always-available 1899 Philadelphia issue. This charming piece displays lustrous, boldly struck surfaces with few singular abrasions, save for a slight one behind Liberty's nose. An excellent type coin candidate. Population: 51 in 63, 17 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1560

1901 $10 MS64 NGC. A desirable near-Gem gold type coin that boasts a powerful strike, vibrant luster, and an unblemished appearance. The 1901 is plentiful in Mint State, but exemplary examples are always in demand.(Registry values: N1793)

1561

1901 $10 MS64 NGC. This resplendent near-Gem has lovely straw-gold patina over both sides. The strike is nearly full, and there are only a couple of insignificant luster grazes. An attractive example.(Registry values: N1793)

1562

1901-S $10 MS65 NGC. CAC. A sensational Liberty eagle for the advanced specialist or the type collector. The 1901-S is a plentiful date from a mintage of nearly 3 million coins. Gem or finer grade coins are relatively easy to locate, although a wide range of quality exists at each grade level. Be sure to choose a coin like the present piece that is properly graded and attractive. This Gem has a bold strike, satiny yellow luster, and excellent surface quality.(Registry values: N2998)

1563

1902 $10 MS63 PCGS. Greenish-gold hues radiate from both sides of this nicely struck Select ten dollar piece. Some minute abrasions, more so on the obverse, limit the grade. Population: 85 in 63, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1564

1902 $10 MS64 PCGS. The 1902 is perhaps underappreciated due to its proximity to the 1901, the most common Philadelphia issue of the series. But the 1902 has a mintage of just 82,400 pieces and is very scarce at the MS64 level. This is a lovely canary-gold near-Gem with unmarked surfaces and a hint of aqua patina near the IB in LIBERTY. Population: 18 in 64, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1565

1903-S $10 MS64 PCGS. Bold yellow-gold color with a degree of orange and a hint of duskiness on the obverse. Unusually precise detail on both central and peripheral devices. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1566

1903-S $10 MS66 PCGS. CAC. While more elusive than the 1901 and 1901-S, the 1903-S is otherwise one of the most frequently encountered Liberty eagles in Gem and finer condition. The reddish-orange surfaces on this splendid Premium Gem are quite close to a full strike, and the little evidence of contact is completely undistracting. A superlative type coin, worthy of serious consideration. Population: 15 in 66, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1567

1905-S $10 MS63 NGC. The grade of MS63 is the finest most collectors will ever encounter of the 1905-S ten dollar. Apparently, few were saved by collectors and few were sent overseas. Consequently, coins above this grade level are virtually unobtainable. Soft luster resides on the greenish-gold surfaces of this Select example, and a well executed strike imparts sharp detail to the devices. Scattered small marks preclude a finer grade but do not diminish the coin's appeal. Census: 5 in 63, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1568

1906-D $10 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Dazzling luster and a precise strike combine with original peach-gold color to ensure the eye appeal. A few unobtrusive abrasions decide the grade. The 06 in the date is lightly repunched.(Registry values: N1793)

1569

1907 $10 MS64 NGC. Dazzling luster radiates from apricot-gold surfaces tinted with mint-green and a decisive strike imparts strong definition to the design features. Light handling marks deny attainment of a higher grade level.(Registry values: N1793)

1570

1907 $10 MS64 NGC. Crisply struck with strong luster. A great example of this final-year issue, dusky yellow-orange with only faint, scattered abrasions. NGC has graded 90 numerically finer pieces (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1571

1907 $10 MS64 NGC. Deep green and violet accents give this near-Gem exotic eye appeal. Deep yellow-gold shadings are present elsewhere, and the strike is sharp.(Registry values: N1793)

1572

1907-D $10 MS63 PCGS. Deep yellow-orange color dominates the eye appeal of this satiny Select coin. Crisply detailed in the centers with only wispy abrasions present on the obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1573

1907-D $10 MS64 PCGS. A wonderful near-Gem with smooth and radiant butter-gold surfaces. Exactingly struck and essentially unimprovable. Considerably scarcer in Mint State than the only other Denver issue, the 1906-D, despite a slightly higher mintage. Population: 43 in 64, 0 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Liberty Eagles

1574

1882 $10 PR65 Cameo NGC. Just 40 proof eagles were minted in 1882, and most numismatic students believe that about 12 to 15 pieces survive today. Among the survivors are two pieces in the Smithsonian Institution, and one in the American Numismatic Society. In addition to those, we are aware of the Ed Trompeter coin, the Bass specimen, the Garrett coin, the Carter example, and the present piece from the 1959 ANA auction.
Auction records suggest that five or six additional pieces may exist. The finest that we have seen is a PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC coin, followed closely by this example and another PR65 Cameo coin. A complete Census would be a challenging but worthwhile project for someone to undertake. While new specimens still appear from time to time, such as the present piece that was hidden away for 50 years, enough information exists today that a complete roster of all proof gold coins is finally feasible.
This Gem Cameo proof has light yellow-gold surfaces. The fields are deeply mirrored with the watery appearance usually associated with 19th century proof gold coins. The devices have a high degree of frosty mint luster, and the sharp contrast between the fields and devices is remarkable. The obverse has four or five tiny lint marks. However, there are no copper spots, scratches, or other blemishes of note.
Ex: 1959 ANA Convention auction; Frank M. Stirling Collection.(Registry values: P3)

Indian Eagles

1575

1907 $10 Wire Rim MS64 NGC. The 1907 Wire Rim, Periods eagles are the first of the series, the original conception of that incandescent artistic genius, Augustus Saint-Gaudens. They share an interesting history that is similar to the 1879 Flowing Hair stellas, in that they were specially made and distributed to Congressmen, Washington insiders, and VIPs as part of President Theodore Roosevelt's campaign to engender political support for what he dubbed his "pet crime." (Although the exact mintage of the stellas is unknown, it is likely not far off from the 500 examples produced of the 1907 Wire Rim.)
Since Saint-Gaudens finally decided to reserve his standing figure of Liberty for the larger double eagle, he placed the profile portrait of Liberty--modeled after the figure of Athena from his General Sherman monument in New York--on the eagle's obverse. One wonders what the "Saint" must have thought privately about Roosevelt's cavalier demand that a headdress be placed on the head of Liberty, "a fanciful object for either Liberty or a Native American woman to wear," according to Garrett and Guth. However, in his written responses to Roosevelt, Saint-Gaudens appears to endorse the concept enthusiastically. (Perhaps the sculptor knew enough to choose his battles wisely--with Charles Barber rather than President Roosevelt.)
The 1907 Wire Rim, Periods issue is to the Indian Head eagle series what the High Relief double eagles are to that series--a limited mintage of coins in a relief unsuited for high-speed mass production that would never have been produced except for the personal intervention of the president. Mint Chief Engraver Charles Barber, with a long history of relentless animosity toward the more talented sculptor, steadfastly opposed both issues. The 1907 Wire Rim, Periods eagles were fortunately saved in plentiful numbers, due to their method of distribution.
The present near-Gem example has the typical surface texture, a fine-grained, mattelike consistency, with a somewhat pebbly appearance visible under a loupe, but few distractions of any sort. For pedigree purposes we mention a small area of hazel-gray color between the headdress and the first three peripheral stars on the obverse. A few distributed ticks account for the grade, while failing to diminish the incredible eye appeal. Census: 79 in 64, 59 finer.
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

1576

1907 $10 Wire Rim MS64 NGC. A wonderful volume titled Augustus Saint-Gaudens: American Sculptor of the Gilded Age, by Henry J. Duffy and John F. Dryfhout, gives numismatists a refreshing view of the artist's oeuvre from a wider perspective than that of mere coinage. (It also clarifies for readers who are numismatically astute some of the fundamental differences between "the Saint" and Charles Barber--but that is a tale for another day.)
Saint-Gaudens was most comfortable working in large forms. One of his most famous sculptures, a nude, full-length figure of the Greek goddess Diana, was created in the 1890s, when architect Stanford White was designing Madison Square Garden. The 18-foot-tall statue was mounted as a weather vane atop the building's 347-foot-tall tower. Once it was installed "with great fanfare" in October 1891, it was the tallest feature in the New York City skyline.
The sculpture dwarfed the tower on which it rested, a fact that the artist soon realized, reworking it the following year to a height of 13 feet. The reduced-size figure remained atop Madison Square Garden until 1925, when it went to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The original 18-foot statue was placed atop the Agriculture Building at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, where it burned along with many empty exposition buildings the following year.
Duffy writes, "Saint-Gaudens's gift was his subtle balance between surface realism and psychic energy unmatched by any of his contemporaries." While Saint-Gaudens used his model of Athena Nike on the General Sherman Monument as his original conception for the 1907 Wire Rim, Periods eagles, he managed to translate that massive sculptural form into a vital profile portrait, while still maintaining its vitality and "psychic energy" in a credible, small coin format.
This piece offers glorious deep orange-gold coloration overall. A couple of abrasions are noted on the eagle's upper neck. Notice how the eagle manages to appear massive even at such a small scale, and the incredible grandeur and believability it projects. A wonderful type coin. Census: 79 in 64, 62 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1577

1907 $10 No Periods MS62 NGC. Sweeping luster invigorates this butter-gold No Motto Indian eagle. Sharply struck and surprisingly unabraded aside from a faint mark above the jaw. Formerly housed in a PCGS MS62 holder; the insert accompanies the lot.(Registry values: N991)

1578

1907 $10 No Periods MS63 NGC. The circulation-strike reinterpretation by Charles Barber of Augustus Saint-Gaudens' masterwork, the 1907 No Periods, is always a popular type issue, as well as in demand from date collectors. This is an appealing Select Mint State piece with orange-gold surfaces and lots of eye appeal that is undiminished by minor contact marks on Liberty's cheek.(Registry values: N1793)

1579

1907 $10 No Periods MS64 PCGS. A remarkably unabraded near-Gem that, at least to the present cataloger, appears to have eye appeal consistent with a higher grade. Precisely struck and lustrous with smooth butter-gold surfaces. The No Motto subtype was only coined for two years, and examples of the present quality are desirable.(Registry values: N2998)

1580

1907 $10 No Periods MS64 PCGS. The 1907 No Periods are the only readily available Indian Head eagles from this first year of issue. Fortunately, ample numbers exist in higher Mint State grades, due to the large mintage of nearly a quarter-million coins. This near-Gem example offers lovely, bright reddish-gold and pale lilac color and somewhat mattelike surfaces that are only a few wispy marks away from an MS65 grade.(Registry values: N2998)

1581

1907 $10 No Periods MS67 NGC. The 1907 No Periods eagle issue, like those that follow it, is Charles Barber's workmanlike revision of the original Saint-Gaudens concept, one suited for high-speed coinage production but a far cry aesthetically from the dramatic high relief of the 1907 Wire Rim, Periods issue. Nonetheless, its suitability for mass production led to 239,406 examples made of the 1907 No Periods.
Fortunately, the issue was saved in sufficient numbers to enable the survival of conditional rarities such as this splendid Superb Gem coin. Bounteous luster radiates from both sides of this apricot-gold piece. The strike is nearly complete, and to mention any of the minuscule contact marks would be to overemphasize them. A type coin that is nearly unobtainable any finer. Census: 28 in 67, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1582

1908 $10 No Motto MS66 NGC. The mintage of the 1908 No Motto is less than one-tenth that of the 1908 With Motto eagles, and it is one of only five No Motto issues in the series. It is an underrated issue, particularly in the rarefied atmosphere above the Gem level. This Premium Gem example is one of only 14 pieces so graded at NGC, with six finer (9/09). The obverse high points have a lilac accent, while the remainder of the coin is a superlative, mellow orange-gold. Singular abrasions are virtually absent, although some strike weakness, typical for the issue, appears on the reverse where the claw joins the branch.(Registry values: N7079)

1583

1908-D $10 No Motto MS61 NGC. A lustrous canary-gold Mint State example of this briefly produced design subtype. Refreshingly unabraded. The cheekbone and the curl beneath the B in LIBERTY show a hint of gray toning. The mintmark, usually seen near the arrow tips, is located above the branch for this issue only.(Registry values: N1793)

1584

1908-D $10 No Motto MS63 NGC. The 1908-D No Motto is in the upper echelon of difficult issues within this challenging series, and most certified survivors fall a shade below Mint State. Select Mint State coins such as the present piece are in great demand, since few examples were saved of this second-year issue. The present coin offers strong mint luster radiating from the reddish-gold surfaces. The strike is somewhat weak on the lower headdress feathers--a feature common to most survivors--but the few minor marks, chiefly on the obverse, are in keeping with the grade. Census: 31 in 63, 36 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1585

1908-D $10 No Motto MS63 PCGS. The 1908-D No Motto ten dollar is scarce in lower Mint State grades and rare at or above the near-Gem level. This Select example radiates pleasing luster from its brass-gold surfaces tinged with peach. The design elements are well impressed, better so than usually seen. Small contact marks, particularly on the reverse, limit the grade. Population: 68 in 63, 43 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1586

1908-D $10 No Motto MS65 NGC. The 1908-D No Motto ten dollar piece, with its moderately low mintage of 210,000 pieces, is difficult to locate in Mint State grades. Indeed, NGC and PCGS have certified about 750 Uncirculated coins, with the vast majority falling into the MS60 to MS62 range. Another 150 or so grade MS63 or MS64, and only about 20 Gems and Premium Gems are known, as are a mere three MS67 specimens. A number of certified Mint State pieces are likely resubmitted or crossed-over coins, especially in the MS60 to MS62 or MS63 levels.
A point of interest regarding the 1908-D No Motto is that the mintmark placement is unique to the Indian Head ten dollar series, located to the upper left of the olive branch. On all subsequent dates it is to the left of the arrow points. Perhaps Mint officials thought that when the motto IN GOD WE TRUST was added in the left field there would be too much clutter in that area, or that maybe the mintmark would not stand out as much.
The 1908-D No Motto eagle has the reputation as one of the least attractive in the series. Walter Breen (1988) contends that it is weak in the centers and often dull. Similarly, David Akers (2008) says that it is not only flatly struck on the obverse and lackluster with dull, muted surfaces, but is usually heavily bagmarked and possesses below-average eye appeal. These factors contribute to the paucity of Gem and better examples in the certified population.
The current MS65 offering is exceptional in many respects. Both sides display pleasing apricot-gold color with subtle greenish undertones and radiant luster. The design features are sharp, especially the headdress, LIBERTY, and the eagle's plumage. The usual softness is noted in the hair over the ear. The frosty surfaces are remarkably smooth. A solitary mark on the cheekbone probably prevents an even higher grade. In sum, this charming specimen yields superior eye appeal and will surely elicit spirited bidding among connoisseurs of quality gold coinage. Census: 9 in 65, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1587

1908 $10 Motto MS62 NGC. This green-gold example possesses satin luster and minimally unabraded fields. The reverse rim narrows slightly at 9:30, and the obverse rim has a minor nick at 9 o'clock.(Registry values: N991)

1588

1908 $10 Motto MS62 NGC. A lustrous sun-gold Motto representative that lacks the scattered bagmarks normally associated with the MS62 grade. The strike is precise except for the tops of UNITED STATES OF.(Registry values: N991)

1589

1908 $10 Motto MS66 PCGS. Congress disagreed with President Theodore Roosevelt's decision to omit the motto IN GOD WE TRUST from the newly designed ten and twenty dollar gold coinage. As an expression of public sentiment, Congress passed the Mint Act of 1908 mandating that the motto be restored to gold coinage. On the tens, it was placed in the field near the eagle's breast where it remained for the duration of coinage.
A subtle blend of peach-gold, mint-green, and lilac patina resides on the highly lustrous surfaces of this gorgeous Premium Gem, and a well executed strike imparts crisp definition to the design features. A few unobtrusive ticks fail to take away from the coin's outstanding overall eye appeal. Population: 28 in 66, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1590

1908-D $10 Motto MS66 NGC. Although the 1908-D Motto eagle has one of the highest mintage figures in the series at 836,500 business strikes, it is nearly as elusive in the higher Mint State grades at its No Motto counterpart, which had a mintage only one-fourth as large. Unusually, NGC has certified only three coins in Gem grade, but seven pieces in MS66 and four finer (9/09). The present Premium Gem boasts glorious luster radiating from orange-gold surfaces that are nearly mark-free. The strike is bold throughout, and the eye appeal is exemplary. This splendid coin would be a wonderful acquisition for a gold type set of the finest quality.(Registry values: N7079)

1591

1908-S $10 MS64 NGC. CAC. Despite its relatively small mintage of 59,850 pieces, Mint State 1908 eagles can be located without too much difficulty. Apparently, the contemporary public saved many examples as novelty items (David Akers, A Handbook of 20th Century United States Gold Coins).
Strong luster invigorates this near-Gem, and a solid strike imparts sharp definition to the design features. A few unobtrusive marks on the brass-gold surfaces barely preclude full Gem classification. This highly appealing ten dollar is sure to please the fussiest collector. Census: 22 in 64, 23 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1592

1909-D $10 MS62 PCGS. Although Denver coined more than 3.4 million half eagles in 1909, the Midwestern facility's production of eagles was much more frugal: only 121,540 pieces were struck. The issue is understandably scarce at the MS62 level, and the few Gems are out of reach for most collectors. This suitably struck and lustrous representative has minimally abraded fields and only a few thin marks on the portrait.(Registry values: N1793)

1593

1910 $10 MS63 NGC. An impressive Indian ten whose orange-tinged fields and devices lack most of the faint scuffs usually associated with the MS63 level. An excellent selection for the collector in search of both quality and value.(Registry values: N1793)

1594

1910 $10 MS64 NGC. Frosty surfaces yield attractive yellow-gold coloration with subtle greenish undertones. The design elements are well struck throughout. Some dark spots are noted on the lower reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1595

1910-D $10 MS64 PCGS. Orange-gold and rose-gold colors vie for territory on the highly lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem D-mint eagle. Sharply struck and minimally marked. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1596

1910-D $10 MS64 PCGS. Pumpkin-gold hues invigorate this lustrous Choice Indian type coin. Well struck aside from the right portion of the branch. The obverse is particularly free from the scuffs typically seen on lower graded examples.(Registry values: N1793)

1597

1910-D $10 MS66 NGC. CAC. The 1910-D eagle production, a plentiful 2.4 million coins, was the largest in the series, save for the prodigious Depression-era coinage of 1932, at 4.5 million pieces. The 1910-D is accordingly one of the issues most frequently selected for type purposes, along with the 1926 and 1932 coins. In the case of the 1910-D that is doubly fortunate, as most examples are well-struck, with frosty luster, a bold strike, and high appeal overall.
This piece is no exception, with a fine-grained, mattelike appearance that is in keeping with most examples of the issue. The satiny, orange-gold surfaces exhibit generous eye appeal. A couple of tiny ticks are barely noticeable, and the strike is nearly full. Census: 48 in 66, 8 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1598

1911 $10 MS64 NGC. Yellow-gold aside from glimpses of peach within the portrait. This lustrous Choice Indian ten has pleasing sharpness, with inexactness located only a fraction of the branch above the R in DOLLARS.(Registry values: N1793)

1599

1911 $10 MS64 NGC. Boldly struck with coruscating luster. This peach-gold and lime near-Gem appears to merit an even higher grade upon first glance. A loupe reveals a hair-thin vertical line on the cheek.(Registry values: N1793)

1600

1911 $10 MS67 NGC. The 1911 ten dollar is a relatively high-mintage issue with just over half a million circulation strikes. Inspection of NGC/PCGS population data also indicates that it is one of the more available dates in the series through MS64. Gems are scarce, however, with a little over 200 pieces graded by the two services. Premium Gems account for about 70 specimens, and there are fewer than 20 Superb Gems certified.
This MS67 example displays finely granular, frosty surfaces covered in yellow-gold patina and giving off a faint greenish cast. A decisive strike imparts sharp detail to the design elements. Close inspection reveals no mentionable contact marks, nor is there evidence of copper-colored alloy spots that are so frequently seen on the issue. All of this adds up to superior eye appeal that will be highly appreciated by high-end type collectors or aficionados of high-grade gold coinage.(Registry values: N7079)

1601

1911-D $10 AU58 NGC. The 1911-D quarter eagles, half eagles, and eagles all had low mintages within their series, but of the three, the Indian eagle had the lowest by far, at 30,100 pieces. The 1911-D is thus a key to the series, along with the 1913-S and the near-unobtainable 1933. This near-Mint example shows orange-gold surfaces overall with a hint of smoky-gold on the high points and in the fields. Abrasions are minimal, with the sole exception of a tiny rim tick on the obverse at 3:30, and much appeal beckons bidders.(Registry values: N1793)

1602

1912 $10 MS64 NGC. Dynamic luster and exemplary preservation confirm the appeal of this Choice Indian ten. The branch is nearly fully struck, and the highpoints of the portrait show only minute blending of detail.(Registry values: N2998)

1603

1913 $10 MS63 PCGS. Brassy-gold surfaces exude pleasing luster and possess well struck devices. Scattered obverse marks limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1604

1914-D $10 MS64 PCGS. The 1914-D is a popular type coin for the many collectors who prefer a mintmarked Indian Head eagle to the ubiquitous 1926 and 1932 issues. This lovely near-Gem offers mellow antique-gold coloration with glints of lilac and hazel in the fields. A splendid coin with lots of eye appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

1605

1915 $10 MS63 NGC. Strongly struck with remarkable sun-yellow luster. Though abrasions on and near Liberty's neck preclude a finer designation, the eye appeal is strong for a Select coin.(Registry values: N1793)

1606

1915 $10 MS64 PCGS. This boldly impressed and thoroughly lustrous Choice double eagle is yellow-gold throughout save for a dash of aqua within the B in LIBERTY. There are no noticeable marks, and the fields display only faint grazes. The final Philadelphia issue until 1926, since double eagles were more convenient for foreign payments.(Registry values: N1793)

1607

1915 $10 MS64 PCGS. Flashy yellow-gold color with hints of butter-yellow and sun-gold also present. With its incredible flashiness and sharp strike, this coin's visual appeal is closer to 1926 or 1932 than the usual impression of the 1915 issue. Challenging any better; PCGS has graded just 48 finer pieces (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1608

1915-S $10 MS64 NGC. With a mintage of only 59,000 coins, the 1915-S automatically qualifies as a rarity in 20th century numismatics. It easily makes the top 10 list of important Indian eagles, a list that includes the 1907 Rolled Edge, 1913-S, 1920-S, and 1933 issues, among others. The 1915-S is also a condition rarity. NGC and PCGS have graded just 32 examples in MS64, and only 13 coins in higher grades.
This frosty light yellow-gold specimen just misses the Gem grade category because of a few tiny abrasions on each side. It is sharply defined, even at the centers, and exhibits impressive eye appeal. Census: 12 in 64, 6 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1609

1916-S $10 MS62 NGC. This issue is available in Mint State due to a couple of hoard discoveries and repatriations from Europe. Today Garrett and Guth rank it the 10th most difficult issue in the series. This attractive piece has deep orange-gold surfaces, with a few high-point abrasions on Liberty's cheek and the eagle precluding an even finer grade (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1610

1916-S $10 MS63 NGC. All San Francisco Indian tens are conditionally scarce, but the 1916-S is additionally elusive in Mint State since only 138,500 pieces were struck. This lustrous example has unmarked fields and devices, and appears at first glance to merit an even finer grade. Thorough evaluation locates a subtle rim ding at 3 o'clock on the reverse. Census: 29 in 63, 34 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1611

1920-S $10 MS62 NGC. This is an issue that has long been acknowledged as one of the prime rarities of U.S. 20th century gold coinage. The 1920-S was the first issue made in the Indian Head eagle series in the four years since the 1916-S, and it would be the last in the series until the generous 1926 production. The 1920-S is a late-series key along with its sibling, the 1930-S. Although the mintage was a respectable 126,500 pieces, Garrett and Guth call the 1920-S third-rarest in the series, behind only the illustrious 1933 and the 1907 Rounded Rim, Periods. Remarkably, such a ranking places the 1920-S ahead of even the 1907 Wire Rim, with a mintage of only 500 coins but a high survival rate.
Akers' recent Handbook of 20th Century United States Gold Coins 1907-1933 notes that even circulated examples in XF or AU are exceedingly rare, the preponderance of the issue most assuredly having been melted during the Gold Recall of 1933. According to Akers:

"The 1920-S is the rarest Indian Eagle in terms of total number of Mint State coins known. Most examples are fairly evenly spread throughout the MS-60 to MS-64 range."

The present MS62 example falls into the middle of that grade range, where NGC has certified six examples, with 12 pieces finer, less duplications. PCGS has graded eight coins in MS62, with 16 finer (9/09). Most specimens of the 1920-S show moderate strike softness, usually on the Indian's hair and the forepart of the eagle's right (facing) wing, right feathers, and talon. At first glance this coin appears considerably finer than the assigned grade, despite a few unbothersome ticks on Liberty's cheek and neck. It is probably more the typical strike softness as we describe here, rather than any other attribute that precludes an even finer grade. Even so, this coin manages to radiate that most ineffable quality, eye appeal, along with a considerable amount of numismatic grandeur.
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

1612

1926 $10 MS64 PCGS. A radiant canary-gold type coin that has a good strike and vibrant luster. Magnification reveals only tiny scattered marks. Since double eagles were a more convenient denomination for counting large sums, and gold coins seldom circulated after World War I, no ten dollar pieces were struck at Philadelphia for the ten years between 1916 and 1925.(Registry values: N1793)

1613

1930-S $10 MS64 NGC. The two late-series mintmarked issues, the 1920-S and 1930-S, are the keys to the Indian Head, Type Two (With Motto) eagles, foundational rarities in all grades. Even well-circulated examples sell for prices in the high four digits, with Mint State examples well up into five-digit territory. Even though the original mintage was a skimpy 96,000 coins, most of the issue was melted in the Gold Recall of 1933, save for a few pieces that collectors apparently stashed away. Since the issue was produced so close to the gold recall, there are few circulated specimens known of the 1930-S. NGC has certified two coins in AU58, while PCGS adds seven more in the same grade. All the other coins certified at both services are MS60, with the majority averaging MS63 to MS64.
Both Walter Breen and David Akers before him mentioned the existence of a small hoard of 1930-S eagles. Breen wrote in his 1988 Complete Encyclopedia: "For some decades one 1930-S turned up in the San Francisco area every three years, probably from a single roll." Such a roll would, of course, have long since been completely absorbed into the numismatic marketplace. Akers updates this mention in his more recent Handbook.
The typical 1930-S is much better struck than an average 1920-S, but it may still show weakness on the Indian's hair under the headdress and on the eagle's hind leg. The present piece offers gleaming luster throughout, with yellow-gold and orange-gold areas predominating amid glints of deeper color in the headdress tips. Minor strike softness appears on the Y of LIBERTY, as often seen, and on the high points of eagle's trailing leg. Tiny ticks on the base of Liberty's neck, a couple on the cheek, and on the reverse high points, none significant, preclude an even finer grade. Census: 39 in 64, 19 finer (9/09).
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1614

1932 $10 MS64 NGC. Bold sun-yellow color with strong luster that includes considerable frostiness. Modestly abraded in the fields but with clean devices.(Registry values: N1793)

1615

1932 $10 MS64 NGC. This well preserved Choice Indian ten has exemplary luster and consistent honey-gold color. The eagle's wing plumage shows minor blending of detail, but the overall strike is crisp.(Registry values: N1793)

1616

1932 $10 MS64 NGC. A smooth obverse field and ebullient luster proclaim the appeal of this evenly struck near-Gem. Only minor facial marks preclude an even finer grade. The only collectible gold issue from the 1930s.(Registry values: N1793)

1617

1932 $10 MS64 NGC. Apricot and olive-gold hues emerge when this lustrous gold type coin is rotated beneath a light. The strike is good, and there are no distractions.(Registry values: N1793)

1618

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Lemon-gold overall with glimpses of ice-blue and olive-green along the margins. The fields show a few delicate grazes, but this lustrous near-Gem will satisfy the gold type collector.(Registry values: N1793)

1619

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Rich butter-yellow with occasional glimpses of lighter gold. Decisively struck with only a few faint ticks scattered on each side that preclude an even finer designation.(Registry values: N1793)

1620

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Strong yellow-gold color overall with occasional wheat accents. Delightfully lustrous but with a shallow scrape between the portrait and date.(Registry values: N1793)

1621

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Strong yellow-gold color and amazing luster. Two dots of alloy are present on the reverse, one above the eagle's tailfeathers and the other on the leading leg.(Registry values: N1793)

1622

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Strong yellow-orange color with a touch of duskiness on the reverse. This well-defined beauty has just a few isolated flaws precluding Gem status.(Registry values: N1793)

1623

1932 $10 MS64 PCGS. Rich butter-yellow color and impressive luster. With is solid strike and considerable eye appeal, an ideal selection for the type enthusiast.(Registry values: N1793)

1624

1932 $10 MS65 PCGS. CAC. One of the all-time most popular gold type coins and one of the few gold dates from the decade of the 1930s that can actually be acquired at reasonable cost, the 1932 eagles were produced in record quantities during the dark days of the Great Depression. This splendid Gem boasts scintillating luster radiating from yellow-gold surfaces on both sides. The CAC endorsement is spot-on.(Registry values: N2998)

1625

1932 $10 MS66 PCGS. An interesting and illogical issue--minted during the grim Great Depression era and a year before the Gold Recall, to the extent of 4.4 million coins. Despite the enormous issue, this Premium Gem is one of only a few dozen so graded at PCGS, which has seen but a single coin finer (9/09). The splendid golden-orange surfaces offer top-notch appeal and radiant luster.(Registry values: N2998)

Liberty Double Eagles

1626

1850 $20 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. The yellow-gold surfaces of this double eagle present a slight greenish cast. Finely hairlined on both sides, with each revealing some slight planchet roughness. A popular issue as the first collectible double eagle.
An old Paramount International Coin Corporation envelope (lot 1274) is included.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1627

1850 $20 AU50 PCGS. This well defined introductory-year Liberty twenty retains most of its luster on the reverse, and obverse luster is evident near the stars and curls. The minor distributed marks are fewer than is commonplace for the grade and denomination. The double eagle denomination was an outcome of the California Gold Rush.(Registry values: N1793)

1628

1850 $20 AU55 NGC. CAC. A perennially popular issue as the first year of double eagle coinage, the 1850s were produced to the extent of 1.17 million pieces in Philadelphia, with another 141,000 in New Orleans. This piece shows attractive orange-gold surfaces with a few small, undistracting abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

1629

1850 $20 AU58 NGC. Ex: S.S. Republic. This lustrous, near-Mint example is an excellent representative of the first year of production, with bright yellow surfaces. Both sides are minimally abraded. This important piece represents the beginning of the double eagle denomination, created in response to California gold discoveries.(Registry values: N1793)

1630

1850-O $20 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. A popular first-year double eagle. Bright yellow patina drapes both sides of this lightly cleaned specimen. The details are boldly defined save for some softness on Liberty's hair. Scattered abrasions are consistent with the grade, but none merit specific mention. The 1850-O is scarce in AU and higher grades.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1631

1851 $20 AU55 PCGS. The peach-gold surfaces of this Choice AU specimen display luster in the recessed areas of the well defined design elements. The expected number of marks are visible over both sides.(Registry values: N1793)

1632

1851 $20 AU55 PCGS. Ex: Rainy Day Collection. A problem-free yellow-gold Choice AU example with substantial luster across the reverse. Liberty double eagle holders with the "Rainy Day" pedigree began to appear on the market in 1999. The rainy day came too early, since gold bullion has approximately quadrupled in value since.(Registry values: N1793)

1633

1851 $20 AU58 NGC. Charming light yellow patina embraces both sides, with dazzling cartwheel luster throughout the surfaces. Peppered abrasions are typical of the grade and issue, but none merit specific mention. The strike is sharp save for the usual softness at the top of Liberty's head. An excellent piece for a type collector.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1634

1851-O $20 --Scratched--NCS. AU Details. Light hairlines and minor abrasions are visible on each side of this piece, but the overall appearance is still excellent. Generous portions of original mint luster can still be seen on the lemon-yellow surfaces. The design elements are boldly defined.(Registry values: N1793)

1635

1851-O $20 AU55 NGC. A brilliant green-gold example, almost certainly minted from freshly mined California gold that was shipped to New Orleans for coinage production. The mintage of 315,000 coins was the largest output of double eagles at that facility. This lovely piece has considerable remaining luster with few abrasions of any consequence.(Registry values: N1793)

1636

1852 $20 MS61 PCGS. The obverse of this marvelous coin is relatively clean and suggestive of an even finer grade, although some scattered moderate abrasions on the reverse likely are the final determinant. The strike is crisp throughout, with attractive yellow-gold color on both sides and splendid luster. Population: 18 in 61, 37 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1637

1852-O $20 XF45 NGC. All double eagle collectors know that New Orleans is the most elusive mint of the series. Although the facility coined the denomination annually through 1861, in addition to a small emission upon reopening in 1879, only a few issues are readily collected. Among those is the 1852-O, under strong demand from O-mint type set assemblers. This is a well defined and moderately abraded straw-gold example that has many glimpses of luster about the devices.(Registry values: N991)

1638

1852-O $20 AU55 NGC. Eye-catching semiprooflike fields shine beneath the lovely yellow-gold patina. A touch of deeper coloration is seen on the reverse. Scattered abrasions are entirely minor and barely affect the impressive luster. This boldly struck Choice AU specimen has excellent eye appeal. Scarce any finer.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1639

1853 $20 AU53 NGC. Wondrous reflectivity adds to the aesthetic appeal of this bright yellow-gold specimen. There are no marks worthy of specific mention, and the design elements are boldly struck.(Registry values: N991)

1640

1853 $20 AU55 NGC. Pleasingly detailed for this earlier issue, most notably at the centers of the stars. Still-lustrous orange-gold surfaces show suggestions of lavender near the rims.(Registry values: N991)

1641

1853/2 $20 VF35 NGC. FS-301, formerly FS-008. The diagnostic die lump is visible below the R in LIBERTY. Lovely dusted-gold patina envelops the lightly abraded surfaces, with hints of purple near the rims. A scarce and desirable variety.(Registry values: N991)

1642

1853-O $20 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. The 1853-O twenty is a challenging issue with a relatively low mintage of 71,000 pieces. Most are seen in XF or low AU grades. Traces of luster reside in protected areas of this medium-yellow representative. Liberty's hair is softly defined, but the peripheral details are bold. Peppered abrasions define the grade, but none are individually significant. A nice example despite cleaning.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1643

1854 $20 Small Date VF25 NGC. A collector grade example of this scarcer Type One issue. Unlike its S-mint counterpart, the 1854 is nearly unobtainable above MS62. An inconsequential rim ding is noted at 3:30 on the reverse.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N991)

1644

1854 $20 Small Date XF45 NGC. The 1854 Small Date is significantly more available than its Large Date counterpart. A touch of purple patina visits the mostly yellow-gold and lustrous surfaces. Several small marks are noted in the margins of the obverse.(Registry values: N991)

1645

1854 $20 Small Date AU58 PCGS. There is not great deal of difference in the size of the Small and Large Dates, but the Large Date is much rarer. This Small Date shows a small but noticeable space between the top of the 1 and the bottom of the bust, while on the Large Date the top of 1 touches the bust. Much orange-golden luster radiates from this barely circulated piece. A sharp strike lends added appeal. Population: 29 in 58, 21 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N991)

1646

1854 $20 Large Date AU55 NGC. The die dot located on Liberty's neck just to the left of the lower left curl confirms the Large Date variety, which is much scarcer than the Small Date. Indeed, Douglas Winter and Adam Crum in their Type I Double Eagles reference indicate that only about 10% of all 1854 double eagles show a Large Date. This Choice AU specimen displays considerable luster residing on its honey-gold surfaces, along with well struck design elements. Distributed small abrasions are scattered about. Census: 18 in 55, 28 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

1647

1854-S $20 MS64 NGC. CAC. This was the first year that gold coins were manufactured at the San Francisco Mint, with most of the production focused on double eagles. The issue was widely distributed, resulting in many specimens seen today being heavily worn. Mint State pieces, especially in the higher levels, are difficult to locate.
This near-Gem possesses satiny luster on peach-gold surfaces imbued with hints of mint-green and apricot. The design features are uniformly defined, and just a few minor marks prevent the attainment of a higher grade. A field graze to the left of Liberty's mouth and chin and a small mark to the lower right of star 6 identify the piece. Census: 9 in 64, 1 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1648

1855-S $20 XF45 NGC. The brassy-gold surfaces of this Choice XF twenty dollar retain a fair amount of luster despite distributed small marks. High-point wear does not significantly diminish the design detail.(Registry values: N991)

1649

1856-S $20 XF45 PCGS. Substantial luster emerges from this typically bagmarked Type One Liberty twenty. A tiny obverse rim ding at 12:30 requires only passing mention. Certified in an old green label holder, which precludes it from any pedigree to the S.S. Central America or S.S. Republic.(Registry values: N991)

1650

1856-S $20 --Obverse Graffiti--NCS. AU Details. A capital letter "W" and a Roman numeral "II" are pinscratched into the upper left obverse field. Otherwise, the coin looks like a nice AU example, with rich coloration and considerable amounts of remaining luster.(Registry values: N1793)

1651

1856-S $20 AU58 NGC. Dark olive patina is evident on the high points and in the fields on the obverse of this light yellow-gold twenty. Only slight wear is present on the highest design points. The surfaces are pleasing with noticeable reflective luster on each side. The appearance suggests that this piece may pre-date the S.S. Central America treasure discovery.(Registry values: N1793)

1652

1857 $20 AU50 NGC. Honey-gold surfaces yield a slight greenish cast along with traces of luster in the recessed areas. Generally well defined with a scattering of small marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1653

1857-S $20 VF35 NGC. Significant luster remains in the fields of this pale yellow-gold specimen. Liberty's hair is softly defined, as one would expect from the grade, but the peripheral details are bold. Scattered abrasions are entirely minor.(Registry values: N991)

1654

1857-S $20 AU58 ICG. A significant amount of mint luster remains on each side of this attractive 1857-S twenty. The present piece was not from the famous S.S. Central America shipwreck, since the mintmark is too close to the N in TWENTY to match any of the varieties described by Robert Evans in the July 2000 Numismatist. This is a strongly struck example that has light reddish patina over each side and a few handling marks that are consistent with the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1655

1857-S $20 MS65 NGC. Variety 20A, the well known "Spiked Shield" reverse. Not specifically attributed to the S.S. Central America but almost assuredly from that source; the high level of preservation and the distinctive yellow-orange color are both signatures of a shipwreck source for the issue. Boldly impressed with booming mint luster and fantastic eye appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

1656

1857-S $20 MS66 NGC. CAC. Variety 20B, identified by the faint diagonal die scratch from the base of the first T in STATES. Prior to the salvage of the S.S. Central America, the vast majority of 1857-S double eagles were seen in Very Fine to Extremely Fine grades. The shipwreck, however, contained more than 5,000 examples of this issue, many of which were still in mint condition.
The present coin was likely recovered from the SSCA, but it is particularly significant as one of only a few MS66 examples certified by NGC and PCGS. After more than 130 years at the bottom of the ocean, this piece still appears nearly perfect. A loupe locates just a couple of tiny grazes. Captivating cartwheel luster radiates from the light yellow surfaces. This razor-sharp Premium Gem has outstanding eye appeal and would be an excellent acquisition for any collector.(Registry values: N7079)

1657

1857-S $20 Spiked Shield MS65 PCGS. Variety 20A. Ex: S.S. Central America. SSCA 0777. A magnificent Gem with smooth butter-gold fields and intricately impressed devices. The Spiked Shield variety is the most widely recognized from the SSCA hoard, identified by two hair-thin die lines (as made) near the left shield border. Housed in a gold label holder.(Registry values: P2)

1658

1857-S $20 Narrow Serif MS63 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 20C. SSCA 0211. A sharp representative of this famous shipwreck issue, with perhaps a few more marks than usually seen but strong eye appeal nonetheless. The luster is characteristically bold, and the surfaces are pale straw-gold with deeper yellow-orange elements near the rims. Housed in a gold label holder.(Registry values: P2)

1659

1858-O $20 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. Despite light hairlines and other imperfections that indicate it has been cleaned, this 1858-O twenty is an attractive green-gold example that retains traces of prooflike luster in the protected areas close to the design elements. The surfaces are lightly marred, but otherwise the overall quality is good.(Registry values: N2998)

1660

1858-O $20 --Repaired, Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. For its issue, this O-mint twenty has excellent central design definition, even if certain stars show a degree of softness. Both sides show a number of fine abrasions as well as subdued, granular luster that is the result of a past cleaning. Still, a readily collectible example.(Registry values: N2998)

1661

1858-S $20 XF45 NGC. Nearly all 1858-S twenties saw extensive circulation, and this piece has the typical abrasions. Nonetheless, there are no significant marks and the fields retain a good amount of luster. Wafts of olive-green and light red intermingle with apricot-gold on both sides.(Registry values: N991)

1662

1858-S $20 AU53 ANACS. Well-defined for the issue with brightly lustrous sun-yellow and pale gold surfaces. Modestly worn across the high points with scattered abrasions. Housed in a small-format ANACS holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1663

1858-S $20 AU53 PCGS. A partly lustrous and undipped green-gold example that has the usual number of moderate abrasions for the grade, alloy, and diameter. Struck too late to emerge from the S.S. Central America hoard, and thus rare in Mint State despite a generous mintage. Certified in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1664

1858-S $20 AU53 ANACS. A partially lustrous green-gold example with only one consequential mark, seen on the lower right obverse. Last year of the first obverse hub with a recut Y in LIBERTY.(Registry values: N1793)

1665

1858-S $20 AU55 NGC. Nearly full luster is visible with only a trace of wear on the high points of this attractive double eagle. Both sides have traces of pink toning over the light yellow surfaces. A few grade-consistent marks are visible on each side. This piece is much finer than the typical 1858-S twenty.(Registry values: N1793)

1666

1859 $20 XF40 NGC. The Philadelphia Mint coined 43,597 double eagles in 1859, one of the lowest productions of any Type One twenty from that facility. This piece has light yellow surfaces, moderate wear, and myriad tiny marks with only a few of consequence. Examples are scarce and infrequently offered in all grades.(Registry values: N1793)

1667

1859-S $20 XF45 NGC. FS-101, formerly FS-011. LIBERTY and the eye are strongly die doubled. A splendid lilac hue adds color to this mostly pale yellow-gold representative. Plenty of luster glistens in the fields, and there are no marks of any consequence.(Registry values: N991)

1668

1859-S $20 XF45 NGC. Yellow-gold surfaces exhibit a good amount of luster for the designated grade. Aside from high-point wear, the devices display nice detail. Minimally abraded for the issue and grade.(Registry values: N991)

1669

1859-S $20 XF45 NGC. This Choice XF displays traces of luster in the recesses of the well defined design features. Peach-gold patina with reddish accents shows on both sides. Distributed marks are noticeable, but less heavy than usually seen on surviving specimens.(Registry values: N991)

1670

1859-S $20 AU53 PCGS. A rare issue in Mint State; the San Francisco Mint was only five years old when these double eagles were struck, and most of them circulated widely despite the generous mintage of 636,445 coins. This AU53 example displays excellent eye appeal. The orange-gold surfaces are relatively smooth, although a single, tiny dark fleck appears on the obverse rim at 2:30. A couple of others appear on the reverse, but the bold strike and superior overall appeal more than compensate. Population: 31 in 53, 97 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1671

1860 $20 AU50 NGC. Splendid pale yellow patina coats the lustrous surfaces of this Type One double eagle. A small reeding mark on Liberty's cheek barely merits specific mention. The details are crisp save for the typical weakness on the hair.(Registry values: N991)

1672

1860 $20 AU53 PCGS. A strongly struck and scarcely-worn piece with distinctive luster. The butter-yellow surfaces are practically matte, though with abrasions on the cheek and just below Liberty's chin.(Registry values: N991)

1673

1861 $20 AU53 NGC. Peppered deep purple toning spots mix with hazy yellow-gold patina on the lightly abraded surfaces. Both sides are delightfully lustrous, and the design elements are well defined.(Registry values: N991)

1674

1861 $20 AU55 NGC. Bright yellow-gold surfaces exhibit relatively strong design features. Scattered surface and rim marks are noted over both sides.(Registry values: N991)

1675

1861 $20 AU55 NGC. Dusky yellow-gold surfaces are remarkably lustrous despite a degree of wear on the high design elements. Abrasions are noted in the fields around the portrait with smaller marks present elsewhere.(Registry values: N991)

1676

1861 $20 AU55 NGC. This pleasing Choice AU double eagle has brass-gold surfaces that possess a good amount of luster and are generally well defined. The scattering of small marks is consistent with those of a large, heavy gold coin.(Registry values: N991)

1677

1861 $20 AU58 NGC. A wonderful example for a type collection, this lustrous near-Mint 1861 double eagle has frosty yellow-gold surfaces with exceptional design details. Prior to the discovery of the S.S. Republic and S.S. Brother Jonathan treasures, 1861 was the only widely available date in higher grades.(Registry values: N991)

1678

1861-S $20 XF45 NGC. Hints of violet in the margins blend with yellow-gold over the surfaces of this still-lustrous example. The top of Liberty's head is a bit soft, as usual, but the rest of the details are nicely defined. The scattered abrasions are typical.(Registry values: N991)

1679

1861-S $20 MS62 PCGS. CAC. The first 19,250 double eagles coined in San Francisco early in 1861 had the special Paquet Reverse design. Once word was received to discontinue using that special reverse die, another 768,000 coins were minted with the normal Longacre reverse design. At the time they were struck, there were few if any collectors in San Francisco to preserve those coins, and virtually the entire mintage quietly slipped into the channels of commerce. The small number of Mint State coins known today, including the present example, survived purely as a matter of chance. For a denomination of such high value as a twenty dollar gold coin, the chance of survival is diminished further because of the significant face value of the coin. It was a lot of money at the time, and few could afford to have any similar pieces preserved for the future. In the past 16 years we have handled 261 examples of this issue in our auctions, but only seven of them graded Mint State--six in MS61 and a single MS62. The present example is only the second MS62 piece in our auctions, representing the finest we have ever seen.
In all Mint State grades, PCGS has certified 13 pieces and NGC has certified 14 examples (9/09). A single MS63 PCGS specimen is the finest of those coins. The present specimen is brilliant and fresh, with outstanding orange-gold luster and frosty surfaces. A few light abrasions on each side are strictly consistent with the grade. Seldom does such an important opportunity arise--but when it does, specialists will act accordingly.
From The Volunteer Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1680

1862 $20 XF45 NGC. The Civil War-era double eagle issues beginning in 1862 are challenging and highly prized today. This Choice XF example from that year retains considerable luster on its pale yellow-gold surfaces. Both sides are moderately abraded with typical striking weakness on the highest design elements. Census: 14 in 45, 53 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1681

1862-S $20 XF45 NGC. A surprising amount of luster remains in the fields of this Choice XF specimen. Numerous abrasions are seen on both sides, but none are individually significant. A lovely light yellow representative.(Registry values: N991)

1682

1862-S $20 XF45 NGC. Slightly dusky butter-yellow color with elements of orange. A softly struck S-mint twenty from the Civil War era with abrasions noted on the portrait and in the fields on each side.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N991)

1683

1863-S $20 XF45 NGC. Straw-gold patina coats the softly lustrous surfaces. A tiny rim disturbance below the tip of the bust is barely worthy of mention, and there are no otherwise distracting marks. A well defined Choice XF specimen.(Registry values: N991)

1684

1863-S $20 AU53 NGC. Although the encapsulation does not note it, this coin has good odds of being a recovery from the S.S. Republic or the S.S. Brother Jonathan, which between them brought to light about 300 examples of this formerly rare issue in mostly AU condition. A few minor abrasions on Liberty's cheek likely determine the grade, but the orange-gold surfaces still display considerable luster, and even more eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

1685

1863-S $20 AU58 PCGS. Like so many early S-mint double eagles, the story for the 1863-S was the old saw "common in low grades, rare in Mint State." But there was a new theme after the recoveries of the S.S. Republic and S.S. Brother Jonathan steamship wrecks. Both vessels contained numerous examples, adding 300 chiefly AU coins with a few Uncirculated examples to the numismatic market. This piece is only a baby's breath away from Mint State, with glorious orange-gold patina and few individually relevant marks. The bold strike is a delight. Population: 50 in 58, 57 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1686

1864-S $20 VF30 NGC. This typically abraded example has surprising sharpness and noticeable luster. Although the 1864-S half eagle and eagle are formidable rarities, their double eagle counterpart is highly collectible. Housed in a prior generation holder.(Registry values: N991)

1687

1864-S $20 XF40 NGC. Charming olive-gold patina drapes both sides, with a trace of violet coloration around the rims. Liberty's hair and several stars are softly defined, and there are a number of grade-defining abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

1688

1864-S $20 AU53 PCGS. Still-lustrous yellow-gold surfaces lend this lightly worn Civil War S-mint twenty considerable eye appeal. Light abrasions overall, including a vertical one along the hair below Liberty's coronet.(Registry values: N1793)

1689

1865 $20 AU53 PCGS. This sharply struck twenty displays traces of luster in the recesses of the well defined design features. Distributed small marks on the peach-gold surfaces are slightly more evident on the obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1690

1865-S $20 MS63 PCGS. Ex: Brother Jonathan 739. The S.S. Brother Jonathan was lost at sea July 30, 1865, and in addition to a considerable loss of life there was a significant amount of gold lost. The salvage of the gold considerably increased the availability of Type One twenties in mint condition. This piece has soft, frosted luster, and there are no abrasions of note on either side. Well but not fully struck.(Registry values: N2998)

1691

1866-S $20 No Motto XF40 PCGS. Ex: Rainy Day Collection. The No Motto 1866-S double eagles are far more elusive than their stated mintage of 120,000 pieces might suggest, and this XF coin represents a significant opportunity to own the date. Though softly struck with appreciable wear across each side, the lightly abraded yellow-gold surfaces still claim glimmers of luster. Population: 23 in 40, 71 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1692

1866-S $20 No Motto AU50 PCGS. The 1866-S No Motto twenty dollar is an extremely rare coin, one that was produced in San Francisco, along with the Motto variety, immediately after the end of the Civil War. The No Motto has a mintage about one-seventh of the With Motto coins. The No Motto issue for many years was unknown in Mint State, although recently PCGS has certified a single MS60 piece. (It is interesting to note that the current Guide Book (2010 edition) pegs the price of an MS60 at $185,000--exactly 10 times as much as the With Motto in the same grade.)
This AU50 PCGS-certified example is one of 14 coins, with 14 others finer at that service (9/09). About half of the original luster remains on this piece, which has attractive orange-gold coloration and only a few light, scattered abrasions. A dark fleck in the top loop of S(TATES) serves for pedigree purposes, along with one at the extreme edge near star 1. A single mark on Liberty's cheek and a short grease stain (as struck) between stars 9 and 10 on the obverse require singular mention but are not overly distracting. This coin presents a remarkable opportunity to acquire a classic 19th century gold coin issue, one of the coveted keys to a complete Liberty Head collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1693

1866 $20 AU58 PCGS. CAC. A widely collected issue as the first P-mint Type Two double eagle, those with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on the reverse. Despite a circulation strike production approaching 700,000 coins, this issue is scarce in Mint State. This near-Mint State piece is one of 46 so certified at PCGS, with 18 finer (9/09). Only a bit of high-point rub separates this alluring coin from a much higher grade, with pleasing orange-yellow surfaces and some smoke-gray on the highest areas.(Registry values: N1793)

1694

1866-S $20 Motto XF45 NGC. The 1866-S saw extensive circulation in the Western states, with the result that most survivors are well worn. High-end XFs or AU pieces are the finest most collectors will be able to obtain, as relatively few Mint State pieces are known. Yellow-gold and olive-green shades cover both sides of the current Choice XF, each of which retains luster in the protected areas. Nicely detailed and revealing just a few small marks.(Registry values: N991)

1695

1866-S $20 Motto AU53 PCGS. Most survivors of this bountiful issue are well-circulated, and few Uncirculated coins are known. This AU53 piece is definitely at the top end of certified survivors, both numerically and aesthetically. Much luster radiates from the orange-gold surfaces, which show only a fine peppering of scattered, wispy marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1696

1867-S $20 XF45 PCGS. Traces of luster are visible in the recesses of this Choice XF S-mint specimen. Brass-gold surfaces display hints of reddish-tan on the reverse. Numerous small abrasions are scattered over the obverse.(Registry values: P6)

1697

1867-S $20 AU55 PCGS. Evenly textured surfaces adorn this partially lustrous example of an S-mint Type Two double eagle. This type is always of importance to collectors and seldom available in higher grades. A slight mark on the face of Liberty is noted while the reverse is typically pleasing. Even reddish color covers both sides.(Registry values: P6)

1698

1868 $20 XF45 NGC. Bright brassy-gold surfaces yield traces of luster in the protected areas of this nicely defined twenty. Small contact marks are uniformly distributed, especially on the obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1699

1868-S $20 XF45 NGC. Original orange-gold patina coats the surfaces, with lovely greenish accents in the periphery. A few of the stars lack definition in the centrils, but the major details are crisp. There are no bothersome marks.(Registry values: N991)

1700

1868-S $20 XF45 NGC. Yellow-gold surfaces give off a greenish cast and are lightly abraded. Well defined save for strike weakness in the stars along the left obverse border. Most survivors are in the Very Fine to Extremely Fine range.(Registry values: N991)

1701

1868-S $20 AU50 NGC. Hints of luster are visible in the protected areas of this honey-gold double eagle. Well defined except for the left-border stars and portions of Liberty's hair. A pinscratch on the cheekbone is more visible under magnification.(Registry values: N1793)

1702

1869-S $20 XF45 PCGS. Still-lustrous yellow-gold surfaces show wear mostly at the hair below Liberty's coronet. Though lightly abraded with several digs on the portrait, this Choice XF coin retains impressive eye appeal.(Registry values: N991)

1703

1870 $20 AU53 NGC. Slightly above average in terms of the certified populations at NGC and PCGS combined, this piece shows generous luster remaining over the yellow-gold surfaces. There are a few stray contact marks, but this sharply struck coin nonetheless generates much appeal. The coinage of the 1870 double eagle was more than 155,000 coins, most of which apparently circulated; the issue is rare in Mint State.(Registry values: N1793)

1704

1870 $20 AU55 NGC. CAC. Garrett and Guth call this issue "surprisingly scarce in all grades," adding that many famous collections have the date in AU condition. The present Choice AU coin shows only minor, grade-consistent abrasions. Its considerable appeal is further enhanced by attractive orange-gold coloration and a bold strike.(Registry values: N1793)

1705

1871 $20 AU55 PCGS. The mintage of the 1871 double eagles was a relatively paltry 80,150 coins, and most of them appear to have circulated. The average certified survivor is only Choice XF to AU. This commendable Choice AU example shows abundant luster remaining on the bright yellow-gold surfaces, with only a few minor contact marks consistent with a short stay in the channels of commerce. Population: 26 in 55, 19 finer (9/09).(Registry values: P6)

1706

1871-CC $20 AU55 NGC. After the extremely limited production of double eagles in Carson City the previous year, that mint set about striking 17,387 double eagles in 1871. Hardly a high mintage, but sufficient that enough have survived to make the hunt only mildly challenging. This lovely piece has faint green over light yellow surfaces with considerable luster. Few marks are evident on either side, certainly fewer than normal for these coins. Choosing an example with relatively few marks will pay dividends as the typical survivor is well worn and heavily abraded. Census: 24 in 55, 27 finer (9/09).
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1707

1871-S $20 MS60 NGC. Most examples of this plentiful issue in an earlier time were either VF or XF, as most circulated out West, like so many S-mint gold coins of the 1860s and 1870s. A few Mint State pieces have since been repatriated from overseas hoards, however. Generous luster abounds on both sides of the strictly Mint State piece, but numerous abrasions prevent an even finer grade. The lovely orange-gold color is a plus.(Registry values: N2998)

1708

1872 $20 AU55 NGC. A fair amount of luster remains on the lightly abraded peach-gold surfaces of this Choice AU double eagle. Relatively strong definition is noted on the design elements.(Registry values: N991)

1709

1872 $20 AU58 Prooflike NGC. Both fields are flashy, and although the obverse has scattered tiny marks, there are no distractions. The reverse is only lightly abraded. One of just six 1872 double eagles certified as Prooflike by NGC (9/09).

1710

1872-S $20 MS61 NGC. A lovely Mint State example of this conditionally rare double eagle. In fact, most or all San Francisco Mint twenties from the same time are condition rarities. This frosty Mint State specimen shows brilliant yellow-gold luster with a hint of green, and it is lightly abraded as expected for the grade. Census: 59 in 61, 9 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1711

1873 $20 Open 3 MS62 NGC. CAC. Although the 1873 Open 3 double eagle is a widely collected type coin and the most available Type Two double eagle, it is nonetheless scarce in the higher Mint State grades and "quite rare and seldom available" in Choice Condition, per Garrett and Guth. This piece has a few too many scattered contact marks for a finer grade, but generous appeal is present nonetheless. The bold strike and plentiful luster increase the desirability.(Registry values: N2998)

1712

1873 $20 Open 3 MS62 NGC. An important Type Two twenty with frosty yellow luster and deep olive patina on the high points of the design that attests to its originality. This pleasing piece is ideal for the type collector who wants a nice example of the design without breaking the bank. It is also rare in higher grades, with only 60 finer pieces certified by NGC (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1713

1873-CC $20 XF45 NGC. A charming Choice XF coin. After accounting for wear, the central detail is slightly soft, and a number of faint to moderate abrasions are scattered in the fields. Still, the coin's still-potent orange-gold luster cements the eye appeal. Overall, a desirable example of a Type Two Carson City double eagle.(Registry values: N2998)

1714

1873-CC $20 AU55 NGC. An outstanding example with highly lustrous, yellow-gold surfaces and light but numerous abrasions on each side. The 1873-CC double eagle is an elusive issue from a mintage of 22,410 coins. It is much scarcer than those of the next few years, and it is highly desirable in Choice AU.(Registry values: N2998)

1715

1873-S $20 Closed 3 AU58 ★ NGC. An above-average specimen with eye-catching semiprooflike fields. Numerous light abrasions barely affect the splendid reflectivity. The strike is sharp save for the usual weakness on Liberty's hair.(Registry values: N991)

1716

1873-S $20 Closed 3 MS60 NGC. The Closed 3 variety is commoner than the Open 3, yet it becomes scarce in Mint State. This Uncirculated example possesses a good amount of luster on its orange-gold and greenish-gray surfaces. A couple of light mint-made grease streaks are visible on the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1717

1874-CC $20 XF40 NGC. Both sides of this CC-mint twenty are bathed in honey-gold patina accented with traces of greenish-gray and reddish-gold. Small marks are more prevalent on the obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1718

1874-CC $20 AU55 NGC. CAC. The 1874-CC has a plentiful mintage that is among the highest for this popular mint, making examples of this issue a popular choice for type set purposes. Like most coins from Carson City, however, it appears that many 1874-CCs saw widespread circulation. This Choice AU piece boasts rich orange-gold patina and only minor, scattered abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

1719

1874-CC $20 AU58 NGC. Ex: Bass. The 1874-CC double eagles are an issue that is fairly available in AU, but much more elusive once the Mint State levels are reached. This is a piece that would have traded as "Uncirculated" before the advent of certified grading, as just the merest whisper of rub--visible primarily as a slight color change on Liberty's cheek--keeps this coin from an MS62 or MS63 grade. The coloration is a typical (but desirable) apricot-gold, with nearly all of the luster remaining, bright semiprooflike fields, and a strong strike. NGC has certified only 17 pieces finer (9/09).
Ex: Bass II (Bowers and Merena, 10/1999), lot 1831.(Registry values: N1793)

1720

1875 $20 MS61 NGC. Yellow-gold surfaces imbued with hints of light tan retain an ample amount of luster. Both sides are lightly marked, and a reddish-purple toning spot is located in the lower left obverse quadrant. Known Mint State examples are at the low end of the scale.(Registry values: N1793)

1721

1875 $20 MS62 NGC. Hints of pink and orange toning enhance the aesthetic desirability of this lustrous Mint State piece. The high points of the obverse have dark olive patina. The strike is sharp and the surfaces have light grade-consistent abrasions, none of any consequence. NGC has only certified 28 finer examples of this issue (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1722

1875-CC $20 XF40 NGC. This attractive greenish-gold example is minimally abraded and would make a great Carson City Mint Type Two representative. Both sides exhibit flashy luster, but the reverse is particularly appealing.(Registry values: N1793)

1723

1875-CC $20 AU55 NGC. The 1875-CC is one of the more available Type Two twenties as well as one of the more available CC twenties, which is good news for type collectors. This sharply defined example shows deep reddish color over most of each side with accents of lilac over the high points. Minimally abraded.(Registry values: N1793)

1724

1876-CC $20 AU50 PCGS. Ex: Rainy Day Collection. For the grade this piece exhibits a great deal of appeal. The fields show noticeable glints of reflectivity still surrounding the devices, and the friction from circulation is minimal and even over each side. Rich, reddish patina is distributed over each side of this minimally marked Type Two CC twenty.(Registry values: N1793)

1725

1876-CC $20 AU55 NGC. A doubly popular issue with the fabled Western mintmark and Centennial-year date, the 1876-CC double eagle was also the last of the Type Two double eagles from that mint. Fortunately, more examples appear to have been saved than normally, due to the 1876 dating. This Choice AU coin boasts considerable remaining luster and only scattered light abrasions over the orange-gold surfaces. The reverse is well-struck, but some strike softness appears on the obverse on the high points of Liberty's hair.(Registry values: N1793)

1726

1876-CC $20 AU58 PCGS. The vast majority of 1876-CC double eagles extant today are in the Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated grade levels. Mint State survivors are primarily in the very lower levels thereof, mainly because of bag marks. This near-Mint State specimen displays attractive peach-gold color with greenish imprints. Its design features are well impressed, and scattered minute marks are in line with a heavy gold coin that saw brief circulation.(Registry values: N1793)

1727

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. Large numbers of 1876-CC double eagles have returned to America from European and South American vaults over the past couple of decades. The vast majority of certified Mint State coins are in the MS60 to MS62 range as most were shipped loose in bags resulting in numerous abrasions. Indeed, a mere five coins have been assigned MS63 or MS64 and none finer. The peach-gold surfaces of this Uncirculated offering display a splash or two of bluish-purple at the obverse rim between 10:00 and 11:00, and partially prooflike fields offset the well impressed design features. Distributed small marks are fewer and of less severity than what might be expected for the designated grade, and the coin is more appealing than what the numeric grade might suggest. Housed in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1728

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. This Mint State example's most distinctive feature is a prominent alloy spot that flanks star 5. Otherwise, the yellow-gold surfaces show extensive but shallow abrasions throughout the fields that account for the grade. Still, a strongly lustrous coin that offers distinctive charm.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1729

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. Carson City Mint guru Rusty Goe points out that the 1876-CC production was the high-water mark for double eagles from that mint, although that it intersected with the U.S. Centennial was probably coincidental. This piece shows the moderate abrasions and bold strike usually seen on Mint State examples of the issue. The lovely orange-gold coloration is also in character. Semireflective fields.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1730

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. The mintage of the 1876-CC double eagle was roughly 20,000 pieces higher than the 1875-CC and 1874-CC issues, probably due more to the vagaries of bullion deposits than to the popularity of the Centennial date. This piece displays attractive, flashy orange-gold surfaces that show moderate scattered, mostly light abrasions in keeping with the grade. The excellent strike is typical for this well-produced issue, one that is more available than previously, due to repatriations of coins hoarded overseas.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1731

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. The fields are yellow-gold to orange-gold, with some smoke-gray accents on the high points. The surfaces are moderately abraded, but considerable luster remains on the unabraded areas. The reverse is choice for the grade, and on its own would likely garner an MS61. Semireflective, as usual.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1732

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. Bowers writes of this issue in his Guide Book, "Until the present generation, AU and Mint State coins were seldom seen, but recent importations have changed that." The minihoard of 1876-CCs in the present auction offers a prime collecting opportunity. This example boasts a typical "look," with moderate contact marks, a strong strike, attractive apricot-gold patina, and semireflective flash in the fields.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1733

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. Well struck with no trace of wear. Yellow-gold fields are lustrous with a slightly glassy texture near the rims, while the devices show dusky highlights. Appealing despite the numerous abrasions that contribute to the grade. The reverse is rotated approximately 45 degrees clockwise from coin turn.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1734

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. Flashy fields are mildly reflective on this Mint State coin, housed in a green label holder. The strike is crisp for the issue, and though numerous wispy abrasions and other marks pass through the fields, the overall eye appeal remains surprisingly high. A great example of this Type Two issue.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1735

1876-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. The yellow-gold of the lustrous fields is bright, while that on the devices, particularly the high points, is slightly dulled, perhaps from contact with another coin while in storage. The numerous light to moderate marks on the obverse support the storage theory, though the reverse is comparatively clean. Housed in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1736

1876-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. Here is the most obtainable Carson City Mint double eagle from the 1866 to 1876 Type Two design period. It is housed in a green-label PCGS holder and has sumptuous green and yellow brilliance with hints of orange toning and areas of darker patina. The fields are satiny with fully brilliant. PCGS has only certified 51 finer examples (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

1737

1876-S $20 MS63 PCGS. A popular Centennial-year S-mint issue, the 1876-S is also among the last of the Type Two double eagles with the denomination expressed as TWENTY D. This piece offers many pluses: copious luster, deep orange-gold color, and a bold strike, as well as generous eye appeal. A super type coin, seldom seen finer. Population: 89 in 63, 10 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1738

1876-S $20 MS64 NGC. CAC. The 1876-S double eagle, with a mintage of nearly 1.6 million pieces, is easily located in grades Extremely Fine to MS62. The NGC/PCGS certified population declines significantly at the MS63 level of preservation and again in MS64 and MS65. Neither service has seen specimens finer than Gem.
The lustrous surfaces of this pleasing Choice Mint State specimen reveal hints of greenish-tan and the design elements exhibit relatively good detail. A few minute obverse bagmarks preclude finer status; nevertheless, the coin possesses pleasing overall eye appeal for the numerical grade. Census: 10 in 64, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1739

1877 $20 MS61 NGC. The first year of issue for the new Type Three Liberty double eagle design with the denomination spelled out in its entirety as TWENTY DOLLARS. This lustrous Mint State example is highly attractive with rich honey gold color on reflective surfaces.(Registry values: N991)

1740

1877-CC $20 VF30 NGC. One state away, the San Francisco Mint struck more than 1.7 million double eagles in 1877. But Carson City managed only 42,565 pieces, as the facility concentrated on silver coinage that year. The present example retains pockets of mint luster, and although wear is evident on the highpoints, the surfaces are only moderately abraded.(Registry values: N1793)

1741

1877-CC $20 XF40 PCGS. This is the first year of the Type Three (value of TWENTY DOLLARS on the reverse) double eagle, struck at the Philadelphia, Carson City, and San Francisco Mints. Traces of luster reside in the protected areas of this peach-gold specimen that displays strong detail after discounting high-point wear. Scattered small marks are in line with the designated grade and do not detract from the overall appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

1742

1877-CC $20 --Polished--NCS. AU Details. A scarce Carson City Mint issue. The surfaces are unnaturally bright, but the details are well defined. Although polished, there are no individually significant marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1743

1877-CC $20 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. A lightly hairlined example with a bagmark-free reverse and the expected moderate obverse abrasions. Lower mintage than the immediately preceding Carson City issues.(Registry values: N1793)

1744

1877-S $20 MS61 NGC. Well-defined for this initial Type Three San Francisco double eagle issue. Bold sun-yellow luster in the fields amplifies the eye appeal despite moderate abrasions.(Registry values: N991)

1745

1877-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Lime-green borders surround apricot-gold centers. Lustrous and attentively struck with minor distributed marks that conform to the designated grade.
1877 was the first year of the Type Three design, and some working dies have interesting recutting on the reverse legends. Lot 2082 in our recent July West Palm Beach Signature had a widely repunched final A in AMERICA. The present piece has a notch on the upper right serif of the M in AMERICA, and the neighboring E shows recutting on the upper left serif.(Registry values: N2998)

1746

1878-S $20 MS62 NGC. The plentiful mintage of 1.74 million 1878-S double eagles is surprising, considering that the San Francisco Mint was also tasked with churning out 9.77 million silver Morgan dollars and 4.16 million Trade dollars. It was the other denominations that suffered in comparison, most notably the rare 1878-S half dollar. This piece shows good luster, along with some typical abrasions consistent with the grade and smoke-gray accents on the obverse high points. The reverse is high-end for the grade. NGC has graded only nine examples finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1747

1879 $20 MS60 NGC. FS-801. The reverse is nicely die doubled, with the spread between hubbings most noticeable on PLURIBUS. The variety is unattributed on the NGC insert. Lustrous and crisply struck with scattered small marks and a minor alloy spot between the CA in AMERICA.(Registry values: N1793)

1748

1879 $20 MS61 NGC. FS-801. UNITED STATES and other reverse legends exhibit die doubling. The parity between gold, silver, and paper currency that was achieved in late December 1878, as well as huge numbers of gold and silver coins flowing back into the United States from Canada that had been hoarded since the Civil War, decreased the need for new coinage. Despite a moderate mintage exceeding 200,000 coins, the 1879 double eagle is scarce in Mint State, with most certified examples grading no more than AU55 to AU58, as a rule. This piece offers bounteous luster on the orange-gold surfaces, with fewer abrasions than might be expected for the grade confined largely to the reverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1749

1879-CC $20 AU55 PCGS. Probably less than a dozen different examples of the 1879-CC double eagle are known in Mint State, despite the combined NGC/PCGS population totals. This is a function both of its skimpy original mintage of 10,708 coins and subsequent survival rate that The Mint on Carson Street author Rusty Goe estimates at 3%-4% in all grades. Most examples encountered fall into the XF-AU grade range. The present Choice AU piece boasts bright yellow-gold coloration of much CC-mint gold with noticeably semiprooflike fields. What is atypical, however, is the lack of the myriad abrasions that often plague the issue. A few abrasions are present, but they are certainly less bothersome than usual. The strike and overall eye appeal are also above-average. A small patch of reddish alloy is noted on the reverse at the eagle's beak. Population: 19 in 55, 24 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1750

1883-S $20 MS63 NGC. As so many Type Three S-mint Liberty Head issues, the 1883-S is available up to the MS62 level, but Select examples are rare. It is most especially the relative absence of distracting marks that puts this piece over the top, coupled with a sharp strike, attractive orange-gold surfaces, and excellent eye appeal. Some minor grease stains, as made, appear near the reverse border. NGC has certified five coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1751

1884-CC $20 AU55 NGC. This CC-mint issue, fortunately for collectors, is available up through the Mint State levels, generally MS62 with a handful finer. This Choice AU piece displays most of its original luster remaining over the yellow-gold surfaces. A few ticks and slight wear diagnose a short spate in circulation, but high eye appeal remains.(Registry values: N1793)

1752

1884-CC $20 AU55 NGC. This is a date that is fairly available, although the typical certified example ranges from XF to AU. Mint State pieces are available only up to MS61, with MS62 and finer coins elusive. This Choice AU specimen generates high interest and eye appeal, with attractive orange-gold surfaces and only moderate abrasions consistent with a short spate in circulation.(Registry values: N1793)

1753

1884-CC $20 AU55 PCGS. This Carson City double eagle has nearly full luster, and is surprisingly unabraded for its denomination and era. A strong lens is necessary to locate the highpoint friction. A few nearly imperceptible hairlines are noted near a couple of specks of mint-made struck-in grease.(Registry values: N1793)

1754

1885 $20 MS61 PCGS. The 1885 double eagle is on the short list of the United States' lowest mintage gold coins that were actually produced as business strikes rather than in proof-only format. The 1885 twenties have an impossibly low mintage of 751 coins, although its foundational rarity is somewhat overshadowed by the 1882 double eagle, which has an even lower production, recorded at 571 pieces.
Despite the incredibly low business strike production, the issue may be somewhat underrated, even today. Garrett and Guth posit the following in their gold Encyclopedia:

"The availability of Proof examples is the only thing keeping this issue from being extremely expensive. The Smithsonian collection lacks a circulation-strike example of the date for this reason. It is estimated that there are fewer than 100 known in all grades. Most of the 1885 double eagles seen by the authors have been in circulated condition. There are a few examples known at the Choice level."

What Garrett and Guth allude to here is the 19th century preference (of the few well-heeled collectors who could afford to dabble in twenty dollar gold pieces) for proof coins over business strikes, no matter how low the mintage. Of course, the desirability and costly nature of high-grade proof Liberty Head gold coinage from the 19th century only reinforces how difficult, elusive, and desirable the business-strike 1885 double eagles truly are.
In MS61 this coin is one of two so certified at PCGS, with five coins finer (9/09). This example offers splendid eye appeal throughout the orange-gold surfaces. A few ticks on the obverse are noted, along with a couple of others on the reverse shield. But it is probably two small obverse digs, between stars 4 and 5, that preclude an even higher grade. The coin nonetheless radiates eye appeal in considerable quantities.
Why were so few double eagles produced of this date and mint? For much of the 1880s, the San Francisco Mint had churned out double eagles by the millions each year; perhaps there was simply little need for P-mint twenties. 1885 was a year of great contrasts overall: Millions of dollars, cents, and dimes were produced in Philadelphia, yet three cent nickels, quarters, and halves were all made in tiny amounts--and the 1885 quarter eagle's mintage is nearly as low as the double eagle, 800 coins.
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

1755

1885-S $20 MS63 NGC. The 1885-S Liberty Head double eagle is a fairly low-mintage issue within the context of the series, but Select Mint State examples are actually somewhat more available than many other Type Threes. Generous luster flows throughout the apricot-gold surfaces of this specimen, and the few minor abrasions, while undistracting, prevent an even finer grade. The strike is especially sharp, another attractive characteristic of these coins.(Registry values: N2998)

1756

1885-S $20 MS63 NGC. The average certified survivor of this S-mint issue only grades MS60 or MS61, usually due to extensive bagmarks. This specimen has no such distractions, as the scattered abrasions are minor for the grade. The yellow-orange surfaces radiate flashy luster, and the bold strike, while typical for the issue, is pleasing and adds to the high appeal.(Registry values: N2998)

1757

1885-S $20 MS63 ★ NGC. Type Three S-mint double eagles are underrated overall, and this relatively low-mintage issue in Select grade with the NGC Star should attract plenty of attention from the legions of collectors interested in type gold issues. The boisterous luster emanating from the orange-gold surfaces justly merits the Star, complemented by clean surfaces for the grade and a bold strike. NGC has certified only 11 numerically finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1758

1888 $20 MS61 NGC. FS-801. The reverse is sharply doubled, especially on the letters of TWENTY DOLLARS. A strongly struck Type Three Philadelphia twenty with pleasing butter-yellow luster. A number of abrasions in the portrait area account for the grade.(Registry values: N991)

1759

1888 $20 MS62 PCGS. A khaki-gold example of this better date Philadelphia issue. Nicely struck and lustrous with a number of wispy abrasions appropriate for the grade. The only reportable mark affects the I in LIBERTY. Rare any finer, and PCGS has yet to certify an 1888 above the MS64 level.(Registry values: N1793)

1760

1888 $20 MS62 PCGS. Frosty yellow-gold surfaces have accents of pale pink at the centers and light green near the borders on both sides. The strike is sharp and the surfaces are pleasing for the grade. PCGS has only certified 23 finer examples of this conditionally rare issue.(Registry values: N1793)

1761

1889-CC $20 --Scratched--NCS. AU Details. This better date apricot-gold CC-mint double eagle has nearly full luster, and remains desirable despite four hair-thin marks on the lower right obverse field.(Registry values: N1793)

1762

1889-S $20 MS62 NGC. A khaki-gold double eagle with good luster and an assertive strike. On its own, the reverse has the look of a higher grade, while the obverse has the expected number of individually minor marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1763

1889-S $20 MS62 NGC. Green-gold fields encompass apricot-gold centers. This lustrous double eagle has the scattered small marks customary for the grade, but none individually distract the eye.(Registry values: N1793)

1764

1890-CC $20 XF45 NGC. Traces of luster cling to the recesses of this CC-mint representative and each side yields hints of greenish-gray on its yellow-gold surfaces. The design elements exhibit good detail despite high-point wear. A couple of relatively heavy marks on the cheek and neck are mentioned for complete accuracy.(Registry values: N1793)

1765

1890-CC $20 AU53 NGC. With a relatively large mintage of 91,209 pieces, the 1890-CC double eagle would make an excellent choice for a Carson City Mint type collector. Flashy luster graces the medium-yellow surfaces of this well defined piece. There are no marks of any significance.(Registry values: N1793)

1766

1890-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Luster dominates all but the open fields and cheek of this attractive Carson City twenty. Refreshingly bereft of marks, especially given the alloy and diameter. The reverse die doubling on TWENTY and PLURIBUS is nearly imperceptible.
From The Mulkin Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1767

1890-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. A lustrous khaki-gold Uncirculated Carson City double eagle with marks appropriate for the grade. As is the case with most '90-CC twenties, the present piece is lightly die doubled, with the hubbed spread evident on TWENTY and PLURIBUS. Encased in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N1793)

1768

1890-CC $20 MS60 PCGS. A pleasing light yellow-gold example with frosty luster on each side. The brilliant surfaces exhibit hints of pink toning on the obverse and faint green on the reverse. Some dark olive patina adheres to the high points of the devices. Faint hairlines and trivial abrasions explain the grade of this green label PCGS double eagle.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N1793)

1769

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. Decisively detailed with wonderfully satiny luster that brings out the best of the yellow and apricot-gold color. Only a few minor abrasions are noted in most zones of the coin, though there is a slight concentration at the cheek and two significant marks are present on the hair above the coronet. Housed in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1770

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. This Uncirculated Carson City representative is lustrous and crisply struck. The cheek displays marks corresponding to the grade. The reverse is well preserved, which makes the minute die doubling on that side more noticeable than is usual for the issue. Certified in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1771

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. An absence of notable abrasions distinguishes this impressive Mint State example. Booming luster contributes further to the eye appeal. PLURIBUS is minutely die doubled, usual for this popular low mintage Carson City issue. Resides in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1772

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. An original green-gold representative that has dynamic cartwheel sheen and a few concealed marks on the shield lines. The reverse displays minor die doubling, as seen on most '90-CC twenties. Housed in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1773

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. Mostly butter-gold, with glimpses of lime here and there. Faint marks are distributed, but no distractions are present. Most '90-CC twenties exhibit slight die doubling on PLURIBUS, and the present piece is no exception. Encapsulated in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1774

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. Strongly struck for this later Carson City twenty issue with attractive yellow-gold luster and a degree of alloy close to the high points. Despite marks in Liberty's hair and on her face, a minimally abraded coin for the grade. Housed in a green label holder. PCGS has certified 45 finer pieces (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1775

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. After a three-year intermission, the Carson City Mint began striking Morgan dollars and Liberty double eagles in 1889, and continued producing the same two denominations in 1890. This piece is housed in a green label PCGS holder. It is an exceptional example for the grade, with rich green-gold luster and dark patina highlighting the obverse.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1776

1890-CC $20 MS61 PCGS. An attractive example housed in a green-label PCGS holder, this double eagle has frosty light yellow luster with dark patina on the high points. The surfaces and overall quality is pleasing for the assigned grade. PCGS has only certified 45 finer examples.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1777

1891 $20 AU58 NGC. The 1891 double eagle is one of those classic American gold rarities that was struck in business strike format, but whose total mintage approaches the minuscule magic level of 1,000 coins--in this case 1,390 pieces. In 2000 Michael Fuljenz and Doug Winter, in Type III Double Eagles 1877-1907, called the issue "the rarest Type Three Double Eagle struck after the 1880's. Despite its obvious rarity, it is an issue which remains curiously overlooked and undervalued in comparison to some of the other ultra-low mintage dates from the 1880's."
A short list of those dates would include the 1886 double eagle (mintage 1,000 coins), the 1885 double eagle (mintage a near-mythic 751 coins), the 1882 (even more incredible at 571 coins), and the 1881 (2,199 coins). An analysis of price data versus production totals suggests that the 1881 and 1891 may be considerably underpriced still, in relation to some of their lower-mintage cousins. For example, the 1891 has a mintage that is 39% more than the 1886's, yet the PCGS price of the 1886 is more than double that of the 1891 in AU55 (the nearest published grade to the present coin). We should here note the PCGS disclaimer that its prices only apply to PCGS-certified coins, and that the data here do not factor in survival rates, which might alter the outcomes.
Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth wrote in their gold coin reference (2006) that they believe fewer than 100 examples survive of the 1891 double eagle in all grades. With such a tiny emission, a number of the certified survivors are Prooflike. The present coin, while not so certified, is one of only 15 non-Prooflike pieces at NGC, which has seen but three pieces numerically finer: one each in MS60, MS61, and MS62 (9/09).
Only the slightest amount of rub separates this piece from Mint State, appearing on the obverse as a slight color change amid a patch of roughness on the cheek, caused by minor contact. A similar whisper of wear appears on the leading edges of the eagle's wings. This piece was clearly plucked from circulation (if it ever saw it) shortly after its release.
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1778

1892 $20 MS60 NGC. The 1892 has an uncommonly low mintage of 4,430 pieces, yet dealers of the day appeared to put few aside, unlike three dollar dates of the prior decade. Examples went into circulation, and most survivors are in AU or XF grades. This is a boldly impressed and lustrous representative that shows a smattering of small abrasions.(Registry values: N2998)

1779

1892 $20 MS62 PCGS. A wonderful example of the rare 1892 double eagle, an important date outright, in addition to its condition rarity. Only 4,430 business strikes were minted, and most entered circulation. The average grade of certified pieces hovers around the low AU level. This specimen has satiny green-gold luster with hints of salmon toning and dark olive patina on the design high points. It is entirely original and wholesome. Only about 100 to 150 examples survive in all grades. Contemporary collectors chose proofs to represent the date, explaining the absence of high grade business strikes. This example is extremely important to specialists. Population: 7 in 62, 6 finer (9/09).
From The Little Rock Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

1781

1892-CC $20 AU58 NGC. The former scarcity of the 1892-CC has been lessened in recent years by a couple of XF-AU hoards. This is a pleasing coin that exhibits the often-seen semireflective fields on each side. The strike is sharp throughout, and each side has just a bit of light reddish patina.(Registry values: N1793)

1782

1893 $20 MS63 NGC. Soft luster emanates from both sides of this Select twenty dollar, each of which possesses a medley of peach-gold, mint-green, and light tan patina along with well struck design elements. Some grease stains are visible in the upper left obverse field.(Registry values: N1793)

1783

1893 $20 MS64 NGC. A peach-gold Choice Type Three twenty that benefits from sweeping luster and a precise strike. The cheek and fields display only the minor grazes that are nearly unavoidable for the issue. Banks both domestic and abroad saved examples of the 1893, but indifferent storage resulted in mostly MS61 and MS62 survivors. Census: 49 in 64, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1784

1893-CC $20 AU53 NGC. The 1893-CC is a popular coin for type purposes, in large part because of its availability in AU and Mint State grades. This is an attractive coin for the grade that shows slight reflectivity in the fields and minimal abrasions. Light reddish patina is seen overall, giving the coin a pleasing, original appearance.(Registry values: N1793)

1785

1895 $20 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Bold yellow-gold peripheral color with slight paling into the center. Crisply defined with only small and scattered marks on the obverse, though the reverse has an abrasion traveling through the glory. Extremely rare any finer; PCGS has graded a mere two finer examples (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1786

1895 $20 MS64 NGC. CAC. The 1895 double eagle is found in abundant numbers owing to thousands of examples returning from overseas vaults. The majority of these grade MS60 to MS63. This lovely apricot-gold near-Gem specimen displays pleasing luster and sharply struck design elements. A well executed strike imparts strong detail to the design features. This date is extremely difficult to locate any finer.(Registry values: N2998)

1787

1895 $20 MS64 NGC. A precisely struck and lustrous yellow-gold near-Gem. The fields are impressively bereft of marks, and the cheek shows only faint grazes. NGC has graded just nine examples finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1788

1898-S $20 MS64 PCGS. The lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem display soft greenish-gold hues and well struck design features. Minute marks preclude Gem classification. This issue is readily available in MS64 but becomes more difficult any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

1789

1898-S $20 MS64 PCGS. This lovely khaki-gold near-Gem exhibits dynamic luster and a precise strike. The reverse is gorgeously devoid of marks, and the obverse is only minimally abraded.(Registry values: N1793)

1790

1900 $20 MS64 PCGS. A solid strike leaves crisp definition on the design features of this yellow-gold twenty. Both sides display ebullient luster, while the obverse reveals a few minute contact marks that prevent Gem classification. Readily available through near-Gem, after which the certified population declines significantly. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1791

1900 $20 MS64 NGC. CAC. Boldly struck with enticing sun-yellow luster. This turn-of-the-century double eagle has a few minor abrasions, but the eye appeal is incredible.(Registry values: N1793)

1792

1900 $20 MS64 NGC. A canary-gold Type Three near-Gem whose lustrous surfaces have only a minimum number of faint grazes. The strike is unassailable, and the issue is difficult to secure in finer grades.(Registry values: N1793)

1793

1900 $20 MS64 NGC. Orange toning visits the lustrous fields of this decisively struck Type Three twenty. The reverse is particularly free from marks. Difficult to locate any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

1794

1901 $20 MS65 PCGS. A precisely struck peach-gold Gem with vibrant luster and good eye appeal. Smooth aside from inconspicuous contact near the S in DOLLARS. Housed in a green label holder. As of (9/09), PCGS has certified only three pieces finer.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1795

1901 $20 MS65 PCGS. This yellow-gold Gem features an intricate strike and has splendidly smooth fields. Only moderate marks on the chin denies an even higher grade. Encapsulated in a green label holder. Both major services combined have graded just three coins finer (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1796

1901 $20 MS65 NGC. Although the 1901 double eagle has a mintage many times smaller than the enormous 1904--111,400 pieces versus 6.2 million--both are available for a price up to the Gem level. The difference is, the 1901 is almost never seen finer: NGC has graded none finer, while PCGS has seen three. Incredible coruscating luster is the hallmark of the present MS65 example, with deep orange-reddish coloration and a bold strike. A wonderful type coin.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1797

1901 $20 MS65 NGC. Despite the low mintage for the 1901 double eagles they were exported in considerable numbers, so that today Gems are relatively available, if far more elusive than the ubiquitous 1904 issue. This sparkling MS65 specimen boasts wonderful reddish-orange patina, an extremely sharp strike, and no mentionable distractions on either side. NGC has never graded an example finer than MS65, while PCGS has certified three MS66 pieces (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1798

1901 $20 MS65 NGC. Liberty Head double eagles have a special allure all their own. While many volumes have been written (including some at Heritage) about the beauty of the Saint-Gaudens design, the classic appeal of the century-spanning Liberty Head design ensures that it will remain a collector favorite. This splendid Gem emanates solid eye appeal, with a sharp strike, bounteous luster, and lovely orange-gold patina.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1799

1903 $20 MS64 PCGS. The vibrant yellow-gold surfaces show impressive cartwheel luster throughout. The strike is sharp, and there are only a few inconsequential abrasions. An excellent piece for a type collector.(Registry values: N1793)

1800

1903 $20 MS65 NGC. A beautiful honey-gold Gem that boasts a sharp strike and dazzling luster. The reverse is close to immaculate, and the obverse has only sparse faint marks. Encased in a former generation holder. NGC and PCGS combined have certified only 10 pieces finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1801

1904 $20 MS64 PCGS. Orange-gold centers are encompassed by lime-green margins. A gorgeous Choice double eagle with far fewer marks than the typical Uncirculated example. Encased in a first generation holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1802

1904 $20 MS64 NGC. A fully lustrous Choice Mint State example, this piece has the appearance of a full Gem at first glance. Only close inspection reveals the few tiny surface marks that limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1803

1904 $20 MS65 PCGS. One of the most prodigious gold coinages in history produced the 1904 double eagles, making it the quintessential type coin. This lovely orange-gold Gem has ebullient luster and a bold strike, with its desirability further enhanced by the old PCGS green-label holder. A thoroughly appealing piece.(Registry values: N2998)

1804

1904 $20 MS65 ★ NGC. CAC. The 1904 is the most common date of the Liberty Head double eagle series, evidenced by the tens of thousands certified by NGC and PCGS. In fact, the two services have graded nearly 10,000 coins in MS65 alone! The present Gem ranks near the top of this voluminous figure as it has been given not only the CAC green label, but is also one of just 14 specimens assigned NGC's coveted Star. That designation has been given to only two numerically higher '04 twenties (9/09).
Variegated apricot-gold and mint-green patina embraces both sides of this magnificent specimen, each of which is awash with ebullient luster. An exacting strike complements these attributes by delivering crisp definition to the design features. A few grade-consistent marks on Liberty's cheek are undisturbing, and mentioned only because they might help pedigree the coin.(Registry values: N2998)

1805

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. CAC. The optimal coin to represent the Liberty Head type. Due to the enormous mintage, many handsome survivors exist today, in Gem and even finer grades. This sparkling MS65 example boasts radiant luster and nearly perfect fields, with lots of eye appeal and orange-gold coloration.(Registry values: N2998)

1806

1904 $20 MS65 PCGS. Bright luster exudes from the yellow-gold surfaces of this charming double eagle, and a well executed strike imparts complete delineation to the motifs. Some scattered inoffensive grazes fail to detract from the coin's overall eye appeal. Housed in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1807

1904 $20 MS65 PCGS. The Gem level of preservation is the highest grade most collectors will encounter when seeking to obtain a 1904 double eagle. The PCGS/NGC population decreases precipitously above MS65 to fewer than 340 coins, many of which are likely resubmissions or crossovers. The present Gem offering radiates pleasing luster from peach-gold surfaces imbued with hints of light green and its design features exhibit uniformly sharp delineation. A few small marks are insignificant. The coin is holdered with a green insert.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1808

1904 $20 MS65 PCGS. Rich orange-gold color accented with splashes of subtle mint-green adorns the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this lovely Gem. The design elements exhibit exquisite detail, including Liberty's hair strands, the star centers, and the eagle's plumage. A few minute contact marks are within the parameters of the MS65 grade classification. This is an excellent piece for a high-grade type collection. Encapsulated in a green label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1809

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. This incredible Gem has prooflike fields with considerable reflectivity on both sides. It is boldly defined and features brilliant yellow-gold surfaces with subtle iridescent splashes on each side. With its incredibly high 6 million coin mintage, the 1904 is the popular choice for type collectors who want the best available quality at the most advantageous price.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1810

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. The numerous Gem 1904 double eagles from this consignor give us the privilege of examining the remarkable strike of these coins as a group. Note the full centrils on every star around the periphery, the incredible wealth of detail in Liberty's hair and on the coronet, the crispness of the initials of James B. Longacre (Mint chief engraver who served from 1844-1869). On the reverse note the articulation in the glory of rays, the eagle's feathers, and the separation of all the horizontal shield lines. This is a glorious Gem, with excellent luster and orange-gold patina.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1811

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. Vibrant luster emanates from the greenish-gold satiny surfaces of this imposing Gem. All of the design elements exhibit crisp detail, heightening even more the coin's eye appeal, and both sides are minimally marked. This is an exceptional example for the type collector who would have to pay a three-fold higher price for an MS66.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1812

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. Superlative luster is the hallmark of this radiant Gem Liberty double eagle. The prodigious mintage of the 1904 exceeded 6.2 million coins, enabling wonderful examples such as the present piece. The peach-gold surfaces are boldly struck and appear nearly flawless. A couple of tiny dark flecks on the reverse are minor in context of the obvious appeal.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1813

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. Between the 1904 and the 1904-S issues there were nearly 11.4 million double eagles coined, making them the first- and second-largest issues of the Liberty Head type and the Type Three subtype. Type gold collectors avidly seek splendid Gem examples such as the present coin. When found, Gems of the 1904 issues are typically sharply struck, as here. The orange-gold surfaces emanate copious luster, and the eye appeal is uniformly high throughout.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1814

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. The 6 1/4 million double eagle mintage at the Philadelphia Mint in 1904 is the largest gold emission of any date or mint except for 1928, leading Walter Breen to opine: "The archetype of 'common gold.' " The yellow-gold surfaces of this Gem specimen display whispers of apricot and exquisitely defined devices. The few minute marks are within the confines of the MS65 grade designation.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1815

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. It is fortunate that the large production of 1904 double eagles occurred a few decades before the great Gold Recall of 1933, else these splendid Gems might have gone the way of the 1933 double eagles and eagles. As it stands, many 1904s were exported before World War I, only to become numismatic treasures later on. This MS65 piece radiates appeal on both sides. The lustrous, mellow peach-gold surfaces appear free of all but a couple of small obverse abrasions well away from the focal points.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1816

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. A memorable Gem representative, this splendid piece offers delightful orange-gold coloration with only the most minor traces of contact. The large mintage exceeding 6.2 million coins and their overall exemplary preservation make the 1904 the quintessential gold type coin.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1817

1904 $20 MS65 NGC. As this coin is being described, the price of gold has closed above $1,000/ounce for more than a week, a notable event that will probably further spur the buying of gold type coins. One suspects that Gem double eagle type coins such as this 1904 will be near the top of many collectors' want lists. This exemplary coin offers yellow-orange coloration with good luster and only a few scattered abrasions.(Registry values: N2998)

1818

1904 $20 MS66 PCGS. James B. Longacre created the Liberty Head design in the late 1830s for use on the quarter eagles, half eagles, and eagles. When Congress authorized a double eagle, Longacre modified his design with a new robust head of LIBERTY. The reverse design was also modified for the large 20 dollar pieces. This delightful Premium Gem is fully lustrous and sharply struck, with sensational satiny yellow luster. The surfaces are pristine with few marks on either side. Housed in a green label holder. PCGS has only certified two finer examples of this common date (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

1819

1904 $20 MS62 Prooflike NGC. Impressive prooflike reflectivity radiates beneath the yellow-gold patina that covers both sides. A few minuscule marks blend nicely with this lustrous surfaces. The strike is nearly full.

1820

1904-S $20 MS64 PCGS. The 1904-S double eagle is the most available San Francisco twenty of the Type Three design. The highly lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem specimen yield peach-gold patina blushed with traces of sky-blue and lavender. Sharply struck, and revealing a few scattered marks that preclude Gem status. Gems are more difficult to locate.(Registry values: N1793)

1821

1904-S $20 MS64 NGC. CAC. This yellow-gold near-Gem possesses dynamic luster and attractive surfaces. The 1904-S will never be rare, but quality examples are treasured for their status as large diameter gold type coins.(Registry values: N1793)

1822

1904-S $20 MS61 Prooflike NGC. Fantastically reflective yellow-gold fields dominate the eye appeal. Though numerous abrasions are scattered on the obverse, the reverse is comparatively clean.

1823

1907 $20 MS64 NGC. A canary-gold Choice double eagle from the last year of the long-lived Liberty type. The obverse field and the reverse are well preserved, and the cheek has only inconspicuous abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

1824

1907-S $20 MS64 PCGS. CAC. The 1907-S is the last S-mint Liberty Head double eagle, and this piece is a splendid near-Gem worthy of representing the last of its kind. Most Mint State examples seen are heavily bagmarked, but not so this piece. There are few mentionable abrasions on either side, and the orange-gold color and boldly impressed details put this coin in a small minority. PCGS has certified only two Gems (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

High Relief Double Eagles

1825

1907 $20 High Relief, Wire Rim--Reverse Repaired--NCS. AU Details. The 1907 High Relief double eagles are among the most desirable U.S. coins. When viewed obverse-side-up, the present coin is quite pleasing, with only a touch of rub on the highest points and a few inconsequential marks. The reverse, however, has been repaired at the left rim, and there is a shallow scratch above the eagle. Although certainly not flawless, this piece would make a relatively affordable type coin.(Registry values: N2998)

1826

1907 $20 High Relief, Wire Rim--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. The artistic beauty of the High Relief was immediately apparent to anyone who saw these pieces after they were released more than a hundred years ago. Some wanted to continue admiring them and a few ended up as pocket pieces. This appears to be such a piece. Slight friction is seen over the high points, and there are a number of tiny ticks on the wire rim. Cleaned, as one would expect, the surfaces are slightly hazy with deeper reddish patina around the devices.(Registry values: N2998)

1827

1907 $20 High Relief, Wire Rim MS62 PCGS. While collectors must usually bid in major auctions or buy from large coin dealers to have a reasonably good chance of acquiring a Mint State High Relief, there is a second tier of High Reliefs--those with circulation wear (usually from use as a pocket piece) or impaired via the various forms of abuse that can be inflicted upon them. Those coins sometimes show up at regional coin shows--and if one watches, even there, they sell quickly. Such is the perennial demand for what is probably the most coveted single U.S. gold coin issue (and were it not for the 1909-S VDB cent, we might be tempted to leave out the word "gold").
This strictly problem-free Mint State example offers much to commend itself. The yellow-gold surfaces are free of all but the smallest abrasions, but they are somewhat bright. The strike is sharp, as usually seen on the issue, and the reverse in particular appears high-end for the assigned grade. Traces of the wire rim, also as usual, appear only partway around each side. This is a wonderful example for a gold type set.(Registry values: N4719)

1828

1907 $20 High Relief, Wire Rim MS64 NGC. CAC. The beauty and fame of the High Relief Saint-Gaudens double eagles are equally enduring, and this lustrous yellow-gold near-Gem showcases both. The only marks of any note are present in the field to the left of the eagle's beak, and the coin displays attractively. Housed in a recent NGC holder that permits examination of the edge, the "third side" of this High Relief twenty, and while the obverse and reverse show the sumptuously sculptural quality for which the issue is famous, curiously enough, parts of the edge design are indistinct, most notably the letters in PLURIBUS.(Registry values: N7079)

1830

1907 $20 High Relief, Flat Rim--Edge Damage, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. The rims have been lightly filed, and the edges show slight flattening, in addition to the worn high points. Many collectors hold a desire to own a High Relief twenty, and this piece provides just such an opportunity for the collector with a limited budget.(Registry values: N1)

Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles

1831

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS62 NGC. Bold sun-yellow luster cements the eye appeal of this unworn first-year Saint-Gaudens twenty. Though abrasions are noted across the obverse and in the rays below the eagle on the reverse, these are not too dramatic for the grade assigned.(Registry values: N991)

1832

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS64 NGC. A satiny finish endows this sharply struck near-Gem and a delicate blend of peach-gold, mint-green, and soft lilac adorns both sides. An impressive strike imparts strong detail to the design features, including the panes of the Capitol building and Liberty's branch hand. Minor marks deny Gem status.(Registry values: N1793)

1833

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS64 NGC. This green-gold first-year Saint-Gaudens twenty offers potent luster and nearly unabraded devices. A few subtle marks near the base of the torch are all that limit the grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1834

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS65 PCGS. A lovely Gem whose butter-gold fields and devices are awash in cartwheel shimmer. Unlike most examples of the issue, the present piece is impressively devoid of scuffs and other abrasions. The strike is full on the Capitol building and Liberty's torch fingers, although Liberty's raised knee shows slight rounding.(Registry values: N2998)

1835

1907 $20 Arabic Numerals MS65 PCGS. The 1907 Arabic numerals is the only readily obtainable issue from the debut year of the Saint-Gaudens series, but Gems are scarce compared to the enormous demand for them. This MS65 example blends a bold strike with highly lustrous khaki-gold surfaces that are evenly matched overall. A superlative type coin.(Registry values: N2998)

1836

1908 $20 No Motto MS66 NGC. Long Rays obverse. A gorgeous orange-gold example of this shortly coined design subtype. Nearly bereft of marks, and the strike is intricate on Liberty's face and the Capitol building.(Registry values: N2998)

1837

1908-D $20 No Motto MS64 PCGS. Long Rays Obverse. Apricot and green-gold tints augment this lustrous and lightly abraded near-Gem. A good strike overall, even if the leg feathers lack absolute detail.(Registry values: N1793)

1838

1908-D $20 No Motto MS64 PCGS. CAC. Long Rays obverse. This honey-gold Saint-Gaudens twenty provides scintillating luster and a pinpoint-sharp strike. Splendidly preserved aside from a few unobtrusive abrasions on the drapery.(Registry values: N1793)

1839

1908-D $20 No Motto MS64 PCGS. Scintillating luster envelops the peach-gold, lightly abraded surfaces of this near-Gem. Sharply defined, evidenced by virtually complete delineation on the panes of the Capitol building and Liberty's fingers. A graze is visible in the upper reverse field.(Registry values: N1793)

1840

1908-D $20 No Motto MS64 PCGS. Pale yellow patina covers both sides of this appealing Choice Mint State specimen, with a few faint hints of purple. Soft luster is unaffected by a few nearly imperceptible abrasions.(Registry values: N1793)

1841

1908-D $20 No Motto MS65 PCGS. Copious luster emanates from the surfaces of this orange-gold Gem, which has eye appeal in spades in addition to its wide popularity as a type coin to represent the No Motto issues. While near-Gems are seen with regularity, Gems of this issue are elusive. PCGS has certified only nine examples finer than the present coin (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1842

1908-D $20 Motto MS64 NGC. CAC. Light yellow-gold color with elements of tan intermixed. Excellent strike on a number of small details, such as the Capitol on the obverse. NGC has graded 88 numerically finer pieces (8/09).(Registry values: N1793)

1843

1908-D $20 Motto MS64 PCGS. Honey-gold lustrous surfaces exhibit well struck design features. Tiny flecks that dot the reverse are not all that disturbing.(Registry values: N1793)

1844

1908-S $20 AU58 NGC. An important rarity in the Saint-Gaudens series with a mintage of only 22,000 coins. Only the 1907 High Relief had a lower mintage. While Mint State examples are available from time to time, circulated grades are more plentiful. This pleasing near-Mint piece has satiny light yellow luster, high point wear, and relatively mark-free surfaces, providing an excellent combination of quality and price.(Registry values: N1793)

1845

1909 $20 MS63 PCGS. Lime-green borders encompass peach-tinged centers. Lustrous and alertly struck with no more than the usual number of faint field abrasions. The low mintage 1909 is divided into two issues of roughly equal rarity, the normal date and the 1909/8. The latter trades for a higher price, perhaps due to additional demand from overdate specialists.(Registry values: N2998)

1846

1909/8 $20 AU55 ANACS. FS-301. The 1909/8 double eagle is immensely popular because of its pronounced overdate, which is easily seen without magnification. Bright yellow patina coats the resplendent surfaces of this Choice AU example. Several minor abrasions define the grade.(Registry values: N991)

1847

1909/8 $20 MS61 PCGS. FS-301. The bright yellow-gold surfaces of this popular overdate representative yield decisively struck design features. Distributed small marks do not significantly detract. Indeed, this is a nice piece for the designated grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1848

1909/8 $20 MS62 NGC. FS-301. Judging from the current population data, it appears that the 1909 double eagles were about evenly split between the nonoverdate and overdate varieties, even though we also believe that just one die pair was used for all of the overdates. The jury is still out on this point, although we have noticed most examples have the same small die crack on the reverse, running obliquely through the lower part of (G)O(D). The moderate ticks seen on both sides are consistent with the MS62 grade, but much appeal radiates along with the luster off of the orange-gold surfaces.(Registry values: N1793)

1849

1909/8 $20 MS63 PCGS. FS-301. This coin is one of several notable 20th century overdate varieties, coins that were created mostly during World War I or World War II. The 1909/8 is the exception, in that it is the largest denomination and a nonwartime issue. This peach-gold specimen has a few wispy abrasions on the obverse high points that account for the grade, but generous luster and high eye appeal are the order of the day.(Registry values: N2998)

1850

1909/8 $20 MS65 PCGS. FS-301. The 1909/8 overdate double eagle is a famous and popular variety, one of few known 20th century overdates. Like all 20th century overdates, this is actually a hubbing error rather than the selection of an incorrect punch. The die received an impression from a 1908 hub, and then received a second impression from a 1908 hub. In addition to its beauty that results from frosty lemon-yellow luster, sharp design details, and pristine surfaces, it also ranks near the top of the census for the variety. Population: 15 in 65, 3 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N7079)

1851

1909-D $20 MS64 PCGS. This issue is somewhat overshadowed by the 1908-S, but it bears remembering that the 1909-D's mintage is itself a stingy 52,500 coins, making it the third-lowest of the With Motto issues, behind the '08-S and '13-S. This near-Gem example boasts warm, glowing luster over orange-gold surfaces that are just a few wispy contact marks away from a Gem grade. An appealing and high-end example. PCGS has certified only 20 pieces finer (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1852

1909-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Shimmering satiny luster radiates from the light rose-yellow surfaces. A few wispy grazes are barely noticeable. Garrett and Guth (2006) note that the 1909-S is surprisingly scarce in grades above MS64.(Registry values: N1793)

1853

1910 $20 MS64 PCGS. This exquisite butter-gold near-Gem provides potent luster and is refreshingly devoid of marks. Nicely struck and worthy of specialist attention. An excellent value relative to the next higher grade.(Registry values: N1793)

1854

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. A peach-gold Gem that boasts an exemplary strike and impressive eye appeal. Those in search of marks will require patience and a powerful loupe. For the 1910-D, the MS65 grade provides a good combination of value and scarcity, since MS66 examples cost more than twice as much.(Registry values: N2998)

1855

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. A gorgeous example of the 1910-D double eagle, a date that is relatively available at the MS65 level but quite scarce any finer. This piece has satiny yellow-gold luster with sharp design features and just a few grade-consistent marks. Although some type collectors may gravitate to the most common dates of the 1920s, astute buyers prefer pieces that are substantially scarcer for only a modest premium, such as this issue.(Registry values: N2998)

1856

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. This Gem twenty has traces of light pink toning over frosty and lustrous yellow surfaces. The 1910-D is considered a common date, although its mintage was only 429,000 coins.(Registry values: N2998)

1857

1910-D $20 MS65 PCGS. Traces of light salmon reside over the lustrous yellow-gold surfaces of this lovely Gem 1910-D Saint-Gaudens double eagle. Hints of pale green enhance the borders.(Registry values: N2998)

1858

1910-S $20 MS64 PCGS. The honey-gold lustrous surfaces of this near-Gem exhibit sharply struck devices, including the panes of the Capitol building, Liberty's facial features and fingers, and the eagle's plumage. Light surface and rim marks preclude Gem classification. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N1793)

1859

1910-S $20 MS64 PCGS. An apricot-gold Choice Saint-Gaudens twenty with scintillating luster and only minimal marks. The panes of the Capitol building blend, but the strike is otherwise bold.(Registry values: N1793)

1860

1910-S $20 MS64 NGC. Luster emanates from the yellow-gold surfaces of this near-Gem and a well directed strike leaves strong detail on the design features. A few light marks deny Gem status. This issue becomes difficult to locate any finer.(Registry values: N1793)

1861

1911 $20 MS63 PCGS. An excellent example with frosty yellow-gold luster and pale pinkish highlights. The luster is average for the series, and far above average for the date. Although the surfaces are lightly abraded, this is a pleasing example of the issue.(Registry values: N1793)

1862

1911 $20 MS63 PCGS. A pleasing green-gold example of the scarce Philadelphia Mint 1911 twenty. Less than 200,000 were struck and many entered circulation at the time. Luster is good for the date, but below average for the series.(Registry values: N1793)

1863

1911 $20 MS64 NGC. CAC. The 1911 double eagle is occasionally found in MS64, but Gems are elusive. This near-Gem displays yellow-gold surfaces with excellent luster and good overall eye appeal. Some minor ticks are mostly scattered, and some smoke-gray accents appear on the high points. NGC has certified only 57 examples finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1864

1911-D $20 MS65 PCGS. Collectors assembling date sets will likely seek a 1911-D or 1911-S twenty to represent the year. This Gem has traces of iridescence over light yellow surfaces and frosty gold luster.(Registry values: N1793)

1865

1911-D $20 MS66 NGC. CAC. The normal mintmark version of this popular prewar Denver issue. Specialists who have grown jaded from examinations of bagmarked 1911-D twenties will delight at the present Premium Gem, which is remarkably free from abrasions. NGC has certified only 31 pieces finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1866

1911-D/D $20 MS65 NGC. FS-501. The mintmark is sharply repunched east. Scintillating luster and a powerful strike assert the quality of this pre-war Saint-Gaudens Gem. The fields have a few delicate luster grazes, but the absence of noticeable marks confirms the high numerical grade.

1867

1911-D/D $20 MS65 NGC. FS-501. The mintmark is blatantly repunched east, as seen on perhaps half of all high grade 1911-D double eagles. Most such pieces presumably came from the same European bank hoard. The present Gem is well struck and lustrous with exemplary surfaces save for a single tick on the eagle's breast. A speck of debris is seen above the E in STATES.

1868

1911-D/D $20 MS65 PCGS. CAC. FS-501. Bold yellow-orange luster is the prime feature of this repunched mintmark Gem's eye appeal. The strike is strong, and save for a single tiny abrasion at Liberty's waist, the surfaces are refreshingly mark-free. The overmintmark is clear under magnification, as always for the variety. Population: 39 in 65, 9 finer (9/09).

1869

1911-D/D $20 MS66 PCGS. CAC. FS-501. Repunched Mintmark. For a series of which so many millions of coins were originally produced, there are few widely collected error or variety coins in the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series. This is likely a function of a couple of reasons: First, most of the survivors were melted during the Gold Recall of 1933; second, the series is so difficult even for nonvariety coins that the few recognized varieties take on diminished importance. Nonetheless, the 1909/8 overdate and the 1911-D/D are the most widely known, of which only the former has so far attained a Guide Book listing. Both are listed in Cherrypickers', along with four other Saint-Gaudens varieties.
This 1911-D/D in MS66 is one of the top nine examples certified at PCGS, and there are none finer. It is also certified as 1911-D/D RPM FS-501 using PCGS' new six-digit variety number (145010), ready to pop into your Registry Set if you so choose. This is a simply stunning Saint-Gaudens twenty, regardless of the variety. Flashy luster radiates from the reddish-orange surfaces, and the repunching to the east on the mintmark is as bold as the strike is throughout. Abrasions of any size are few and far between.

1870

1911-D/D $20 MS66 NGC. FS-501. This 1911-D/D is certified as such using NGC's Variety Plus attribution. The 1911-D and 1911-D/D issues use a smaller mintmark than the 1910-D, which was the year the Mint (Philadelphia, not Denver, which made the mintmark punches and dies for the branch mints) last used the Wide D variant. On the 1911-D/D, the broad repunching east of the subsequent and final punch makes the mintmark appear much broader than on the regular issue. This is among the handful of finest certified at either service, with blazing orange-gold luster and premium eye appeal. Census (for FS-501): 22 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).

1871

1911-D/D $20 MS66 PCGS. FS-501. Although uncertified as such, this is clearly a 1911-D/D, with the second mintmark standing out boldly east of the final punch. This splendid Premium Gem boasts wonderful luster radiating from khaki-gold surfaces that show the typical satiny, somewhat mattelike finish of double eagles of this era. The strike is nearly full, and mentionable abrasions are absent from either side. PCGS has certified only nine examples of the 1911-D/D in MS66 (9/09).

1872

1911-S $20 MS64 NGC. The Capitol building is fully struck on this lustrous near-Gem double eagle. The obverse field is beautifully unabraded. The eagle and sun show subtle marks, and the reverse field has traces of translucent residue.(Registry values: N1793)

1873

1911-S $20 MS64 PCGS. We present here a radiant peach-gold near-Gem with well struck design elements. Some light surface and rim marks preclude Gem status.(Registry values: N1793)

1874

1911-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A lustrous near-Gem with splendid apricot-gold patina. Light purple accents visit the margins. A loupe locates only a few insignificant marks, and the details are sharply defined.(Registry values: N1793)

1875

1911-S $20 MS64 PCGS. A lovely example of the plentiful 1911-S twenty, an issue that becomes rare in Gem or finer grades. This frosty representative has brilliant yellow-gold luster with trivial grade-consistent marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1876

1911-S $20 MS65 PCGS. A crisply impressed representative that provides vibrant cartwheel luster and a minimally abraded appearance. One small nick on the obverse rim at 2:30. The 1911-S is readily available in MS62 through MS64, but is uncollectible above MS66. 1911 was the final year with 46 obverse stars, since New Mexico and Arizona joined the Union in 1912.(Registry values: N2998)

1877

1911-S $20 MS65 NGC. Gems of this issue usually show a mattelike, satiny texture, and this charming specimen is no exception. The surfaces are aglow with facets like tiny fires, with exemplary reddish-gold coloration and the bold impression usually seen on this date. NGC has certified only 34 pieces finer (9/09). This would make a marvelous addition to a fine gold type set.(Registry values: N2998)

1878

1912 $20 MS63 NGC. Lustrous surfaces give off a greenish-gold hue and exhibit relatively strong design elements. A few small marks include a rim bruise at 10:00 on the obverse.(Registry values: N1793)

1879

1912 $20 MS64 PCGS. How does the 1912 double eagle differ, besides the date, from the 1911? Two tiny stars were added near the oak leaves, symbolizing the addition of New Mexico and Arizona to the Union. The current MS64 piece is about the top end for most Mint State pieces, as PCGS has certified only 32 coins finer (9/09). The yellow-gold surfaces boast plenty of eye appeal, a combination of radiant luster and surfaces free of any major distractions. The strike is marvelously sharp on both sides. A tiny dark toning spot appears inside the O of OF on the reverse.(Registry values: N2998)

1880

1913-D $20 MS64 NGC. Light surface marks on each side are consistent with the grade. This attractive and lustrous example has brilliant pinkish-gold surfaces and strong design motifs.(Registry values: N1793)

1881

1913-D $20 MS65 PCGS. The 1913-D double eagle, when found in Gem condition as here, is a well-produced and attractive issue. The present example is certainly no exception, with radiant, frosty mattelike luster over orange-gold surfaces. Abrasions are minor, and the strike is boldly executed. PCGS has certified only five coins finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1882

1913-S $20 AU58 NGC. The 1913-S is a low mintage issue with just 34,000 pieces struck. Scintillating luster complements the well struck design elements. Several minuscule abrasions do not distract.(Registry values: N1793)

1883

1913-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Its meager mintage of 34,000 pieces has long held the attention of speculators, and the 1913-S is indeed a rarity at the Gem level. MS62 examples are more available, but they are also affordable given the scarcity of the issue. This lustrous canary-gold piece is nicely struck and has the expected quotient of small to moderate marks.(Registry values: N1793)

1884

1913-S $20 MS63 PCGS. A straw-gold representative of this widely pursued issue. The Capitol building lacks a full impression, but the overall strike is good. Minor marks are scattered and correspond to the grade. Among Arabic Date issues, only the 1908-S has a lower mintage than the 1913-S.(Registry values: N2998)

1885

1914 $20 MS63 PCGS. The total production of the 1914 double eagle was a meager 95,250 coins but, unlike some later issues, many appear to have survived in Mint State. PCGS has graded several hundred coins in the range from MS63 to MS66. This Select specimen displays a few scattered ticks on the obverse that account for the grade, while the reverse is comparatively clean. Orange-gold surfaces with thick mint luster complete this attractive offering.(Registry values: N1793)

1886

1914 $20 MS64 PCGS. This orange-gold near-Gem offers eye appeal to spare, a combination of its brilliant luster, a paucity of relevant marks, and an extremely bold strike save for minor bluntness on Liberty's face. This is a low-mintage issue that is seldom seen in MS65, where PCGS has certified only 36 examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1887

1914-D $20 MS64 NGC. Lustrous yellow-gold surfaces blushed with apricot greet the observer of this D-mint twenty dollar. Sharp detail is apparent on the Capitol building, Liberty's branch hand, and the eagle's plumage. Scattered obverse marks prevent the attainment of Gem classification.(Registry values: N1793)

1888

1914-D $20 MS65 NGC. A blend of peach and yellow-gold coloration adorns the radiantly lustrous surfaces of this attractive Gem. Both sides are well struck and minimally abraded.(Registry values: N2998)

1889

1914-D $20 MS65 PCGS. The satiny surfaces of this brilliant Gem exhibit pleasing orange-gold luster with a few scattered marks that are expected for the grade. PCGS has only certified 56 finer examples (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1890

1914-S $20 MS65 PCGS. Orange and lime-green compete for territory across this lustrous Gem. The strike is precise aside from slight blending on the tops of LIBERTY. Devoid of relevant marks, and a good value relative to both lower and higher grades.(Registry values: N1793)

1891

1914-S $20 MS65 PCGS. Flashy cartwheel luster shines throughout the yellow-gold surfaces of this carefully preserved representative. There are only a couple of tiny marks. The strike is nearly full, and the eye appeal is excellent.(Registry values: N1793)

1892

1914-S $20 MS65 NGC. Perhaps the most plentiful issue of the early series (1907-1916), this Gem 1914-S has soft, frosty yellow-gold luster with traces of orange color. Minimal abrasions on each side are of little consequence.(Registry values: N1793)

1893

1914-S $20 MS65 NGC. A shimmering yellow-gold Gem that boasts an exacting strike and minimally abraded surfaces. Similarly priced with the considerably more common issues from the middle 1920.(Registry values: N1793)

1894

1915 $20 MS63 PCGS. A scarce and desirable early Philadelphia Mint issue, the 1915 had a mintage of only 152,000 coins. It is scarce in higher grades, and this lustrous green-gold representative provides an excellent combination of grade and price.(Registry values: N1793)

1895

1915-S $20 MS65 PCGS. This stunning Gem boasts magnificent cartwheel luster across the bright yellow-gold surfaces. The strike is razor-sharp. Several minuscule marks do not affect the impressive eye appeal.(Registry values: N1793)

1896

1915-S $20 MS65 NGC. Traces of salmon-link toning enhance the lustrous yellow-gold surfaces of this pleasing Gem. The few abrasions on each side are consistent with the grade of this appealing piece.(Registry values: N1793)

1897

1915-S $20 MS65 PCGS. A gorgeous and sharply defined Gem, this brilliant orange-gold example has excellent surfaces and remarkable eye appeal. A lovely candidate for a date or type collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1898

1915-S $20 MS65 PCGS. Fully brilliant with rich yellow-gold luster, this Gem 1915-S is an excellent candidate for collectors who seek a single example from every year of production. Such date sets provide a challenge, with a smaller cash outlay than a complete set requires.(Registry values: N1793)

1899

1920 $20 MS63 PCGS. After a four-year gap due to World War I, production of double eagles resumed in 1920 in Philadelphia and San Francisco. The 1920's mintage of 228,250 pieces proved to be the lowest of any issue from the 1920s, with the exception of the 1927-D. This is a lustrous canary-gold example with moderate marks concealed on Liberty's drapery.(Registry values: N991)

1900

1920 $20 MS63 PCGS. The 1920 is overshadowed by the 1920-S and 1921 double eagles, perhaps the reason that this issue is underrated. Just 228,250 were struck, and lower grade Mint State examples are plentiful, but MS63 or finer pieces remain elusive. This one has lovely orange-gold luster with frosty surfaces and darker high point patina.(Registry values: N991)

1901

1920 $20 MS64 PCGS. One single coin. That is the number of Gem examples of the 1920 double eagle that PCGS has certified finer than the present piece, one of several hundred MS64 coins at that service. [NGC has certified seven coins in MS65 (9/09).] The 1920 would garner no special attention were it not for the skewed population data, which lead Garrett and Guth to call the 1920 "probably the most underrated gem in the entire series." This splendid MS64 coin offers glowing luster throughout the orange-gold surfaces on both sides. A random smattering of small marks is characteristic of the grade, although we note a somewhat blunt strike on Liberty's face and a small die crack through LIBERT. The reverse is choice for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

1902

1920 $20 MS64 NGC. This better date double eagle has vibrant luster and a good strike. No marks are worthy of comment, and sufficiently few are present to ensure high eye appeal. Nearly unobtainable any finer, since NGC and PCGS combined have certified a scant eight pieces above the MS64 level.(Registry values: N2998)

1903

1922 $20 MS64 PCGS. Strong yellow-gold luster with blushes of deeper orange prominent in parts of the fields. This sharp Choice coin shows a single vertical abrasion on the eagle's wing that precludes Gem status. Housed in a green label holder.(Registry values: N991)

1904

1922 $20 MS65 PCGS. A gorgeous orange-tinged Gem with exactingly struck devices and splendidly smooth fields. Only unimportant contact on Liberty's left (facing) thigh prevents an even finer grade. The combined forces of PCGS and NGC have certified just 15 pieces finer, all as MS66 (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1905

1922 $20 MS65 PCGS. Although easily located in nearly all grades, the 1922 double eagle becomes rare above MS65. NGC and PCGS combined have certified only 15 examples finer than the present coin (8/09). This attractive Gem boasts scintillating satiny luster across the sun-gold surfaces. The strike is razor-sharp, and there are no marks of any significance.(Registry values: N2998)

1906

1922 $20 MS65 PCGS. The 1922 is a frequent choice for type collections, and this impressive Gem would make an excellent representative. Coruscating luster shimmers beneath the yellow-gold patina that drapes both sides. Pleasing lilac accents add to the appeal. The top of the obverse has a number of striations and the strike is a trifle soft in that area. A few nearly microscopic spots do not distract.(Registry values: N2998)

1907

1922 $20 MS65 PCGS. Even for this Saint-Gaudens issue that is considered a relatively available date, the MS65 level is basically the top of the line; PCGS has certified only seven coins finer, and they are likely to be in strong hands today. (We note that of the current top six PCGS St. Gaudens $20 Gold, Circulation Strikes [1907-1932] Registry Sets, only one of them, the top-rated Dr. & Mrs. Steven Duckor Set #2, contains an MS66 example of this issue.) Deep, mellow orange-gold patina and near-pristine surfaces are the hallmarks of this splendid Gem. The strike is uniformly bold save at the extreme lower obverse rim, and singular abrasions are absent.(Registry values: N2998)

1908

1922-S $20 MS61 PCGS. A much better date despite a mintage of more than 2.65 million pieces, as most of the production never left Treasury vaults and was eventually melted. The present coin has full mint luster, an abraded right obverse field, and a couple of moderate obverse bagmarks.(Registry values: N1793)

1909

1922-S $20 MS63 NGC. A green-gold representative of this high mintage but much melted issue. This example is interesting for its partial wire edge, present on the obverse between 9 and 12 o'clock and on the reverse near 8 o'clock. Lustrous khaki-gold fields and devices are nicely struck and only lightly abraded.(Registry values: N1793)

1910

1922-S $20 MS64 PCGS. More than 2.5 million 1922-S double eagles were minted, but most were melted just over a decade later, as massive melts of gold coins took place in the mid 1930s. Compare mintages and populations of the 1922 and 1922-S issues to understand the effect of the 1930s gold melts. In all grades, PCGS has certified just over 1,000 submissions of 1922-S twenties, while the same service has certified more than 30,000 1922 double eagles, an issue with half the mintage.
This attractive piece has frosty butter-yellow surfaces with few abrasions on either side. The strike is bold and the eye appeal is excellent. PCGS has only certified 12 finer examples of this issue (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1911

1923 $20 MS65 PCGS. There are several P-mint issues from the 1920s that are often lumped together to represent the glories of the Saint-Gaudens design for type purposes. They usually include the 1922 through 1928 dates, plus the 1923-D. But compare the number of Gems certified for each issue at PCGS as of (9/09):

--1922. 1,121
--1923. 331.
--1923-D. 2,271.
--1924. 34,410
--1925. 5,160.
--1926. 3,453
--1927. 21,605.
--1928. 7,179.

The 1923 is often included in this list, but it is not a similar issue in Gem condition. While there are many 1923s certified, most are in MS62 or MS63 condition. Gems are quite elusive, especially in comparison to the strong demand. This example shows deep, mellow apricot-gold color with splendid luster, although minor strike softness shows at the lower obverse. PCGS has certified only three Premium Gems finer.(Registry values: N2998)

1912

1923 $20 MS65 PCGS. The Gem level is about as good as it gets for this P-mint issue, where PCGS has certified only three examples in finer grades (9/09). The dazzling luster and overall broad appeal are complemented by attractive reddish-orange coloration and a paucity of relevant marks. Simply a splendid coin for a date, type, or Registry set.(Registry values: N2998)

1913

1923-D $20 MS65 PCGS. Scintillating luster radiates beneath the sun-gold patina that envelops both sides. This sharply struck Gem has no distracting marks and would be an excellent addition to a type collection.(Registry values: N1793)

1914

1923-D $20 MS66 NGC. Simply outstanding luster with incredible surface quality, as demanded of the Premium Gem designation. Color is a mix of striking apricot-orange and bright light yellow. Crisply detailed with an almost sculptural quality to the folds of Liberty's gown. NGC has graded 39 finer pieces (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1915

1923-D $20 MS66 NGC. Generous shades of peach and lime-green enrich this lustrous and well struck Premium Gem. The reverse is essentially pristine, and the obverse has only minor contact. The 1923-D is the only readily collectible branch mint postwar issue, and was apparently distributed in a manner similar to the 1922 through 1928 Philadelphia dates.(Registry values: N2998)

1916

1923-D $20 MS66 NGC. Ebullient luster endows this Premium Gem complemented with pretty greenish-gold patina and well struck devices. Both sides are devoid of mentionable marks.(Registry values: N2998)

1917

1923-D $20 MS66 PCGS. CAC. While the '23-D is commonplace in Uncirculated grades, the present piece is noteworthy for its remarkably unabraded obverse. The reverse is also smooth save for a concealed thin mark on the eagle's breast.(Registry values: N2998)

1918

1923-D $20 MS66 NGC. A rather common issue, the 1923-D becomes conditionally rare in higher Mint State grades. NGC has only certified 39 finer examples of this issue (9/09). Extraordinary surfaces have splendid green-gold peripheries around salmon centers.(Registry values: N2998)

1919

1924 $20 MS66 NGC. CAC. Although there is no shortage of 1924 twenties on the bourse floor, most are bagmarked. This impressive representative provides an exception, since thorough inspection with a loupe is required to locate even inconsequential contact.(Registry values: N2998)

1920

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. An amazing Saint-Gaudens double eagle, this green label PCGS holdered example has excellent surfaces with light yellow color. Both sides are highly lustrous and boldly defined.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1921

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. A wonderful satin Premium Gem in a green label holder, this Saint-Gaudens double eagle with its deep orange-gold luster is one of the finest we have seen at the MS66 grade level.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1922

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. This green label PCGS Premium Gem has remarkable egg yolk-yellow surfaces with satin luster. Pinpoint design definition is the result of an exacting strike. Hints of pale salmon are evident on the reverse.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1923

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this lovely Premium Gem displays soft, frosty luster with light yellow surfaces and traces of pink highlights. Sharply struck with nearly all design motifs brought up. Only a little over three percent of all PCGS certified 1924 double eagles grade MS66 or finer.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1924

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. An extraordinary example of the 1924 double eagle coinage, this Premium Gem has frosty lemon-yellow luster with pristine surfaces. It is housed in a green label PCGS holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1925

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. A green label PCGS holder houses this Premium Gem 1924 twenty that exhibits deep yellow-gold luster with frosty mint brilliance. The surfaces are exceptional, even for the lofty MS66 grade.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1926

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. Deep yellow-gold luster is evident on both sides of this wonderful Premium Gem in its green label holder. The strike is bold and the surfaces are limited to only the most inconsequential marks.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1927

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. This amazing double eagle displays satiny luster with reflective obverse fields and a soft frosty reverse surface. Both sides show lovely rich orange-gold luster that creates excellent aesthetics.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1928

1924 $20 MS66 PCGS. Full frosty canary-yellow surfaces accompany strong design motifs and excellent eye appeal. These 1924 twenties, housed in green label PCGS holders, are great coins for the casual gold aficionado.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1929

1924 $20 MS66 NGC. This boldly detailed Premium Gem has satiny, nearly reflective surfaces with brilliant yellow luster. It is sharply defined and possesses excellent eye appeal. A delightful piece for the date or type collector, or for the 85 year old numismatist born in 1924.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1930

1924 $20 MS66 NGC. Nearly one-third of all NGC and PCGS certified Saint-Gaudens double eagles are dated 1924, making that date the perfect coin for a type collection. This scintillating piece has frosty and brilliant yellow luster with considerable bright orange toning.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1931

1924 $20 MS66 NGC. This satiny Premium Gem exhibits butter-yellow surfaces with a full quota of eye appeal. Both sides have bold design motifs and pleasing surfaces. Only a few trivial grade-consistent marks are evident.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1932

1924-D $20 MS63 PCGS. Garrett and Guth point out that the D-mint double eagles made in 1924 "sat around" in banks except for a few thousand shipped overseas, so those that stayed in the United States were available for melting in that great extinction event, the Gold Recall of 1933. Most of the survivors, for the most part in the lower Mint State levels, appear to have been repatriated by now. This piece has excellent eye appeal for the grade, a function of generous luster and mellow orange-gold coloration. Moderate high-point abrasions are consistent with the Select grade.(Registry values: N2998)

1933

1924-D $20 MS63 PCGS. The high mintage figure exceeding 3 million coins bears no relevance to the number of survivors today; it is likely that most were melted in the 1930s, and the 1924-D is a scarce issue in Mint State. This MS63 coin offers flashy luster over orange-gold surfaces, with a few minor abrasions consistent with the grade. The strike is somewhat blunt on Liberty's head and at the rim nearby.(Registry values: N2998)

1934

1925 $20 MS65 NGC. A common date, the 1925 has a lower population than the 1924 or 1928 double eagles, but the number certified still exceeds 10,000 coins in Gem or finer grades. That makes this issue an ideal type coin. Both sides are brilliant with frosty luster and sharp details..(Registry values: N1793)

1935

1925 $20 MS66 PCGS. Housed in a green label PCGS holder, this Premium Gem is a splendid piece with excellent eye appeal created through a combination of satiny yellow and orange-gold luster with a bold strike. PCGS has only certified five finer pieces (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1936

1925-D $20 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Garrett and Guth note for this issue: "When found, this date normally exhibits frosty luster and a bold strike." Both are on full display with this noteworthy near-Gem, which shows pale peach overtones against light wheat-gold and deeper sun-yellow shadings. A handful of small abrasions that dot the obverse preclude a finer designation but have minimal impact on the eye appeal. MS64 is the highest grade for which the always-elusive 1925-D has any sort of significant availability; beyond that level lies condition rarity. PCGS has graded only six such coins (9/09).(Registry values: N4719)

1937

1925-S $20 MS66 NGC. The 1925-S Saint-Gaudens double eagle is one of the prime condition rarities in the series. NGC and PCGS have combined to grade just two pieces in MS66 and three in MS67, according to current population data. Revising David Akers' reference on 20th century gold coins, Jeff Ambio writes: "The 1925-S is the only mintmarked Double Eagle from the 1920s that is easier to obtain in circulated grades than Mint State." The rarity of this issue is especially fascinating as the 1925-S has the third highest mintage of any Saint-Gaudens double eagle. Dave Bowers also comments on this issue in his Guide Book of double eagles: "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."
The two finest survivors are the Norweb specimen that was later part of the Dr. Thaine Price collection, a coin that PCGS has graded MS68, and the Phillip H. Morse specimen that PCGS graded MS67. NGC has also certified a higher grade MS67 example. The present specimen, NGC certified MS66, ranks next in line, and is tied for fourth finest known, to the best of our knowledge. This Premium Gem has a bold strike with excellent definition on both sides, although there is slight weakness at the lower obverse, as seen on many survivors. The rims are somewhat beveled as usual for S-Mint twenties from the decade. The surfaces have brilliant yellow luster with a satin texture. Faint traces of pinkish-orange toning are visible, with green-gold peripheries. The surfaces are nearly perfect and the overall eye appeal of this remarkable double eagle is exceptional.(Registry values: N1)

1938

1926 $20 MS66 PCGS. This appealing Premium Gem is housed in an older green label PCGS holder. The surfaces are fully lustrous with brilliant yellow-gold surfaces and faint pink highlights. The design elements are bold. PCGS has only certified three finer pieces (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1939

1926-S $20 MS64 PCGS. The 1926-S double eagle is a former great rarity that is now merely on the "elusive in high grade" list, along with numerous other issues in the series. Most certified survivors top out at about MS63, however, making near-Gems in constant demand. Soft, frosted mint luster radiates from orange-gold and lilac surfaces on this coin, which shows just a few scattered, grade-consistent abrasions along with plenty of eye appeal. PCGS has certified only 29 examples finer (9/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1940

1926-S $20 MS64 PCGS. The 1926-S is one of several entries in the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series that can be considered "less rare than formerly," since overseas repatriations have increased the available supply. Attractive near-Gem examples such as the present coin are still much in demand, however. Ebullient luster shines forth from the orange-gold surfaces, and there are few significant marks. A nice coin for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

1941

1927 $20 MS66 PCGS. A stunning Premium Gem, this double eagle is housed in an older green-label PCGS holder. Both sides have satiny luster with faint reflectivity in the fields. Both sides have gorgeous orange-gold surfaces with subtle violet and powder blue highlights. The strike is bold. Every aspect of this impressive twenty suggests one of the finest existing pieces. PCGS has only certified 12 finer coins (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1942

1927 $20 MS66 PCGS. A gorgeous Premium Gem housed in a green label PCGS holder, this piece is sharply defined with outstanding eye appeal. The surfaces are brilliant and frosty with intense luster.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1943

1927 $20 MS66 PCGS. This delightful piece will please any date or type collector with its impressive yellow-gold luster and bold design elements. Housed in an older green-label holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1944

1927 $20 MS66 PCGS. This older green label PCGS certified piece has outstanding eye appeal created through the combination of yellow, orange, and iridescent toning on both sides. It is boldly struck with excellent design details on both sides.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1945

1927 $20 MS66 PCGS. A common issue, the 1927 is an ideal candidate for the date or type collector. This example, in an older green label PCGS holder, presents exceptional aesthetic appeal. The surfaces are fully brilliant and highly lustrous with excellent orange-gold color.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1946

1927 $20 MS66 NGC. The 1927 Saint is a common date that is available in nearly any desired grade of Mint State, up to the MS66 grade of the present piece. Finer pieces are quite rare, with only 48 certified at NGC. This beauty has frosty yellow luster with traces of pink patina at the centers.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1947

1927 $20 MS66 NGC. Fully brilliant and highly lustrous, this Premium Gem 1927 double eagle has unimpaired bright yellow surfaces and bold design details. It is an excellent candidate for our date and type collecting friends.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1948

1927 $20 MS66 NGC. A beautiful lemon-gold Premium Gem that has far fewer than the usual number of bagmarks associated with this plentiful double eagle issue. Each side has one small rose alloy spot on the lower left quadrant. Certified in a former generation holder.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1949

1927-S $20 MS63 NGC. CAC. This unusual 1927-S double eagle has a prominent raised die chip or die line from the 9 to the 2 in the date. The position and shape resemble the base of an extra misplaced 2, although such a misplaced digit defies logic considering the use of date logotypes at the time. A review of our Permanent Auction Archives shows that just four out of the last 50 examples offered have this same feature.
In the late 1920s, the branch mints at Denver and San Francisco had a significant production of double eagles. However, few of those coins were actually released, and all are rare today. For example, the San Francisco Mint struck more than 3 million twenties in 1927, but less than 300 of those coins survive today. Most of those survivors grade in the range of AU58 to MS64, with a few higher- and lower-grade pieces extant. NGC and PCGS have certified a total of 261 submissions, with an average grade of 60.7.
In the past 16 years we have offered 1927-S double eagles 74 times, an average of just four per year in all grades. We have only sold 15 pieces in grades finer than this coin, or less than one per year. During that same 16-year period, we have sold over 1,100 1927 Philadelphia Mint twenties in MS64 or finer grades, or more than 68 per year. When considering those totals, remember that the Philadelphia Mint only struck 2.9 million double eagles in 1927.
This specimen has lovely yellow-gold luster with light pink highlights on the obverse and faint green patina on the reverse. The surfaces are lightly abraded and the strike is a trifle weak, as usual for this issue. Census: 15 in 63, 28 finer (9/09).
From The Volunteer Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

1950

1927-S $20 MS66 NGC. In today's market, the 1927-S double eagle is somewhat overshadowed by its close cousin, the 1927-D. While the present coin cannot equal the rarity of the Denver issue, it is still an acknowledged key to the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series. Moreover, unlike the 1927-D, most examples of the current issue are seen in circulated or lower Mint State grades. In higher Mint State grades, this date is quite rare. NGC and PCGS, for example, have certified a total of six 1927-S examples in MS66, and a mere three coins grade finer (9/09).
Fifty years ago, the situation was reversed. In that era, the 1927-S was believed to be a fantastic rarity, considerably more desirable than its Denver counterpart. In 1949, B. Max Mehl believed that there were only three or four specimens known. The coin was generally regarded as the fourth-rarest of the design type, behind the 1924-S, 1926-D, and 1926-S. All of those vaunted issues gradually became more available as individual examples were repatriated from European bank holdings in the 1950s and 1960s. The 1927-S never surfaced in hoard quantities (unlike the 1926-S, for example), and its decline in the rarity rankings has been gradual. In recent times, David Akers ranks it as the 10th-rarest issue in the 55-coin series. Not one single example of the 1927-D issue is believed to have surfaced from those sources, and it holds the preeminent spot in the rarity estimates today.
Probably only 160-170 specimens of the 1927-S double eagle survive today. One is certified XF40 by PCGS, and six pieces have been certified as AU50 by PCGS, which suggests that some 1927-S double eagles were actually spent in West Coast commerce prior to the Great Depression. Most Uncirculated survivors grade between MS61 and MS64.
One of the earliest auction appearances of the 1927-S was in the J.F. Bell Collection (Stack's, 12/1944), lot 990, where it realized a price of $500 on a $300 estimate. Two years later, an example appeared in the World's Greatest Collection (Numismatic Gallery, 1/1946), lot 1043. Abe Kosoff showcased the coin in that sale, and it realized $925, a respectable sum for the time. The 1927-S was so rare in its heyday that even legendary collectors such as Louis Eliasberg and John Jay Pittman settled for AU specimens in their collections.
An MS67 NGC coin from the Museum of Connecticut History was sold in the Long Beach sale (Heritage, 6/1995), lot 6027. That piece later appeared in the celebrated sale of the Phillip H. Morse Collection (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 6698. The present coin also appeared in the Morse sale, as lot 6699. Another spectacular specimen was cataloged in the Thaine B. Price sale (David Akers, 5/1998), lot 116. In that offering, Akers described the piece as being "absolutely fully struck."
The current coin possesses a wonderful mix of apricot and yellow-gold patination and exhibits vibrant luster. The design elements are exceptionally well struck, with the Capitol showing excellent definition. It is devoid of significant marks, save for an inoffensive shallow linear abrasion on Liberty's chest. Interestingly though, a slightly curved mint-made "scrape" is noted on the sun. As it runs parallel to the rim, the feature is probably some sort of mint-made flaw, possibly having to do with ejection from the die. The same feature appeared on the Superb Gem coin in lot 6698 of the Phillip H. Morse Collection mentioned above. This circumstance leads us to believe that these two coins were struck from the same reverse die within a relatively short period of time--an interesting coincidence, since both coins were later discovered in the same collection. This is a magnificent specimen that is sure to generate spirited bidding. Census: 4 in 66, 2 finer (9/09).(Registry values: N1)

1951

1928 $20 MS66 ★ NGC. CAC. This magnificent gold type coin has green-gold fields and wisps of orange across the devices. The strike is precise, and abrasions are scarce. Census: 75 in 66 ★ , five finer with a Star designation (8/09).(Registry values: N2998)

1952

1928 $20 MS66 PCGS. Soft frosty luster and amazing orange and yellow-gold surfaces are important aspects of this boldly struck double eagle. Housed in a green-label PCGS holder, this is an amazing double eagle for the advanced date or type collector. PCGS has only certified 65 finer examples (9/09).
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1953

1928 $20 MS66 PCGS. PCGS has certified 65 finer examples (9/09), indicating a more plentiful issue than those of 1925 and 1926. The 1928 is a popular issue for type collectors and for those who seek a single Saint-Gaudens double eagle. This wonderful Premium Gem, housed in a green label holder, has rich lemon-yellow surfaces with frosty luster.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1954

1928 $20 MS66 NGC. This NGC certified Saint has a large number of peers, but few that are finer. In fact, NGC has only graded 80 examples finer than the present piece. Both sides are sharply defined with satiny yellow-gold luster and traces of iridescent toning.
From The E.J. Mutton Collection of U.S. Gold.(Registry values: N2998)

1955

1929 $20 MS65 PCGS. CAC. Like many issues of this era, the 1929 double eagle was produced in large quantities with an extremely low survival rate. Nearly every one of the 1,779,750 coins was later melted, leaving a net population of just a few hundred coins.
At one time the 1929 double eagle was considered a major rarity in the Saint-Gaudens series. With the importation of examples from overseas in recent decades, this issue is available to a wider audience. A single group of about 40 coins was discovered in England in 1984. In A Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins, Dave Bowers writes: "For the first time in modern numismatic history the 1929 is readily available and somewhat affordable (but hardly inexpensive). Now, many collections will end with the 1929 date instead of 1928 as formerly." NGC and PCGS have certified nearly 300 submissions in all grades, but only 32 of those coins grade MS65 or finer. In the 16 years that we have tracked our auctions, we have offered 93 examples of the 1929 twenty, including six offerings of MS66 coins and 18 in MS65, including duplicate appearances of a smaller number of coins.
This bold specimen has a sharp strike with frosty yellow and orange-gold luster. A few minuscule abrasions are evident on each side although they are of no consequence. A lovely piece, this Gem carries exceptional aesthetic appeal. Population: 22 in 65, 5 finer (9/09).
From The Volunteer Collection.(Registry values: N7079)

Territorial Gold

1956

(1842-52) G$1 A. Bechtler Dollar, 27G. 21C., Plain Edge--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-24, R.3. This variety is similar to the extremely rare K-25, except it has a plain edge. Interestingly, although this issue has a stated weight of 27 grains, Don Kagin (1981) writes that the actual weight of these pieces is a lower 21.8 grains. Wafts of magenta visit this mostly orange-gold representative. A tiny grease stain is noted on the reverse, and there is a thin die crack through the obverse. Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1957

(1842-52) G$1 A. Bechtler Dollar, 27G. 21C., Plain Edge--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-24, R.3. This is one of only two known varieties of gold dollars struck by August Bechtler. The other, K-25, is virtually unobtainable and is considered to be R.8 by Don Kagin (1981). A lovely mix of rose-red and olive-gold patina envelops the surfaces. The reverse has an additional light blue tint. Traces of luster are still seen in the protected areas around the letters. A curious dentil-like pattern is observed below the NA in CAROLINA. A relatively affordable choice for a type collector. Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1958

(1837-42) G$1 C. Bechtler Dollar, N Reversed--Scratched--NCS. AU Details. K-4, R.4. The N in ONE is retrograde. Lovely medium-yellow patina covers both sides of this later Christopher Bechtler issue. A number of pinscratches are seen below 28:G, and a small lamination is noted above the O in ONE. The upper left rim of the reverse also has a few roller marks (as made). Listed on page 360 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1959

(1831-34) G$1 C. Bechtler Dollar, 30G.--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-1, R.4. This variety is important because it represents the first gold dollar produced in the United States. Christopher Bechtler began striking these pieces as early as 1831--a full 18 years ahead of the U.S. Mint. Pale yellow patina coats the minimally abraded surfaces, with a touch of lilac around the devices. The strike is slightly off-center, as often seen, and about half of the dentils are missing. A few tiny retained laminations are noted on each side. This lightly cleaned AU piece would make a nice example of this historic issue. Listed on page 359 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1960

(1837-42) $2 1/2 C. Bechtler Quarter Eagle, 67G. 21C.--Scratched, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-10, R.5. Kagin (1981) listed nine varieties of quarter eagles struck by Christopher Bechtler, with K-10 being the most available. Nonetheless, all examples are scarce to rare and highly desirable. This rich yellow-gold specimen has been lightly cleaned, but still exhibits flashy luster in the protected areas. A number of shallow scratches are noted on the obverse, while the reverse is minimally abraded. This briefly circulated piece would make a nice representative of this elusive issue. Listed on page 360 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Ex: Ninth Greater Houston Coin Club Convention (Henry J. Berube--New England Coin Company, 1/1966), lot 602 (envelope included).
From The Mulkin Collection.

1961

(1837-42) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, 134G, With Star--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-20, R.4. This variety features a large star on the obverse. Don Kagin (1981) considers this piece to be part of the sixth series (out of seven) of Christopher Bechtler issues. Bright yellow patina coats the surfaces of this lightly circulated specimen. A number of faint hairlines on both sides account for the modifier from NCS, but there are no individually significant marks. Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Ex: Dr. Conway A. Bolt Collection (Stack's, 4/1966), lot 1177 (envelope included).
From The Mulkin Collection.

1962

(1834-37) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, RUTHERF:--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. K-23, High R.6. Luster clings to the legends of this rare variety straw-gold Bechtler gold piece. Mildly granular from cleaning, and a few faded scratches beneath GEORGIA merit mention. Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1963

(1837-42) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, RUTHERF:--Damaged, Harshly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. K-23, High R.6. RUTHERFORD is abbreviated. This was one of the final five dollar pieces issued by Christopher Bechtler. The yellow-gold surfaces are unnaturally bright, and there are a number of tiny marks. A slight bend in the middle accounts for the Damaged modifier from NCS. A very rare variety. Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Ex: The Charles Jay Collection (Stacks, 10/1967), lot 345.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1964

(1834-37) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, RUTHERF:--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-23, High R.6. All five dollar Bechtler gold coins are rare, and Kagin-23 is the only such variety with RUTHERF: instead of RUTHERFORD. This yellow-gold example is a bit bright and displays faint marks from light circulation, but will satisfy advanced collectors of this challenging private gold maker. Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1965

(1834-37) $5 C. Bechtler Five Dollar, RUTHERF:--Harshly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-23, High R.6. A hairlined and moderately granular example of this elusive Bechtler denomination. A retained lamination is noted on the lower left obverse, and the reverse has a retained lamination at 4 o'clock and a small peeled lamination on the second R in RUTHERF Listed on page 361 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1966

1860 $5 Clark, Gruber & Co. Five Dollar--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. K-2, R.4. Clark, Gruber & Co. gold pieces are among the most popular Territorial issues. Sun-gold patina covers both sides of this well detailed piece. A couple of stars and the central high points are just a touch soft. Several small scrapes in the fields are consistent with the grade. A lovely piece despite cleaning. Listed on page 377 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Probably Ex: 1968 ANA Convention Auction (A. Kosoff, 8/1968), lot 1634 (envelope included).
From The Mulkin Collection.

1967

1860 $5 Clark, Gruber & Co. Five Dollar AU55 NGC. K-2, R.4. Pleasing deep red-orange patina envelops the well preserved surfaces of this Choice AU representative. A trace of violet color visits the lower rim. Subtle luster adds to the aesthetic appeal. The strike is sharp save for the often-seen weakness at the top of the shield and on the hair by Liberty's ear. An attractive example. Listed on page 377 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Ex: 1968 ANA Convention Auction (A. Kosoff, 8/1968), lot 2192.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1968

1851 $50 LE Humbert Fifty Dollar, 887 Thous. 50 Rev. AU55 PCGS. Lettered Edge, K-4, High R.5. While there are examples available of these historic octagonal "slugs" for a price, it is seldom that we have the privilege to offer so fine a specimen in problem-free Choice AU condition. PCGS has certified only five coins as such, with five examples finer--three in AU58, one each in MS61 and MS62 (6/09).
The 1851-52 octagonal fifty dollar gold pieces of Augustus Humbert and the U.S. Assay Office of Gold were known by various names, some obviously descriptive, some of unknown derivation. "Adobes," "quints [short for 'quintuple eagle']," "ingots," and "slugs" all served as monikers for these impressive gold coins during their heyday. Probably the most significant among those names is "ingot," for in their time they were considered exactly that--not so much a coin as a preassayed and -weighed quantity of gold at a given fineness and with a recognizable design. It is noteworthy that the dies of the first design (K-1) for the 1851 Lettered Edge Humbert fifty dollar had blanks beside the D and C for dollars and cents, as well as the fineness, so that those modular dies could be completed with varying finenesses and dollar-cent amounts as needed. The design is only one step removed from "ingots" in the usual sense of the word.
Although they were for a time virtually the only domestically produced gold coins in circulation in California, that very circulation sometimes proved problematic: When they were dropped, which they frequently were, their odd shape meant that they were apt to incur bumps or dings on their eight-cornered edges, which if severe enough could prevent their certification by NGC or PCGS. This AU55 example has no such corner bumps. The striking details are remarkably strong for this design type. The rich orange-gold surfaces show a faint trace of reddish patina around the devices. Listed on page 364 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1969

1851 $50 RE Humbert Fifty Dollar, 880 Thous. XF45 NGC. Reeded Edge, No 50 on Reverse. K-5, Low R.5. The State Assay Office of California was opened in 1850, but it was a marginal success, impeded in its operation by bankers and others who refuse to accept its ingots, hoping to glean added profit by performing such assays themselves. There were increasing demands for an official U.S. branch mint. A compromise was reached whereby the United States would establish an Assay Office in San Francisco that could act as a sort of pseudomint until the issue could be taken up again in the next session of Congress. While some might debate whether the U.S. Assay Office issues should be considered "regular" U.S. coins, there is no question as to their historical significance.
Delightful medium-yellow patina enhances the surfaces of this moderately circulated specimen. The lower portion of the eagle and the peripheral legends show the usual softness. Both sides have a number of tiny abrasions, as commonly seen on these large-size pieces, but there are no marks of individual significance. An excellent example of this scarce and popular issue, listed on page 364 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1970

1851 $50 RE Humbert Fifty Dollar, 887 Thous. VF25 PCGS. K-7, R.4. At the time this hefty coin was struck, the United States Assay Office of Gold was operating under the auspices of Moffat & Co. Augustus Humbert served as the assayer of the U.S. government at the facility, and each of the fifty dollar gold pieces produced by the Assay Office in 1851 carried his name, either on the edge or around the obverse periphery. An elusive representative of the reeded edge 1851 Humbert slug, this pleasingly original coin displays reddish-copper highlights around the obverse devices. The balance of the surfaces are green-gold, and both sides are typically abraded for a circulated frontier-era gold coin of this size. We note several moderate rim dings on each side. Plenty of appreciable definition remains, however, along with traces of luster. Listed on page 364 of the 2010 Guide Book.
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3680.

1971

1852 $50 RE Humbert Fifty Dollar, 887 Thous.--Damaged--NCS. XF Details. K-11, R.5. The impressive octagonal "slugs" made by Augustus Humbert are among the most iconic U.S. issues, although they are usually collected as part of the Territorial series despite being made under the auspices of the U.S. government. This apricot-gold specimen lacks peripheral details, as almost all do, and the eagle is also weakly struck. Myriad abrasions are noted on each side. Listed on page 364 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1972

1852 $10 Assay Office Ten Dollar--Scratched--NCS. VF Details. K-12a, R.5. Although designated as Scratched, this green-gold representative lacks any obvious marks on either side. The obverse border has minor die cracks, and a network of slender cracks is present on the reverse near 9 o'clock. Listed on page 366 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1973

1853 $10 Assay Office Ten Dollar, 900 Thous. AU50 NGC. K-16, Low R.6. Don Kagin (1981) writes that this rare variety was struck between March and April 1853. Light purple and rose-gold colors intermingle on the surfaces of this well detailed specimen. Hints of luster in the fields are barely affected by a number of minuscule abrasions. There are no marks worthy of specific mention. An appealing example this elusive issue. Listed on page 366 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1974

1853 $10 Assay Office Ten Dollar, 900 Thous. MS60 NGC. K-16, Low R.6. The U.S. Assay Office tens with a fineness of .900 (as opposed to .884 as previously used) were an effort by the minters to avoid trouble with Federal authorities over coins that were less than the minimum required fineness specified by the 1837 Mint Act governing gold coinage. All of those revised pieces were struck between March and April 1853. The surfaces have a distinct greenish-gold color (Kagin notes that this is typical for the variety), and there is a good amount of luster in the fields. There are many minuscule abrasions noted under a loupe, but none are individually significant. Listed on page 366 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1975

1853 $20 Assay Office Twenty Dollar, 900 Thous. AU55 NGC. K-18, R.2. 900 is punched over 880, as usually seen. Delightful straw-gold patina endows the surfaces of this well defined representative. Peppered abrasions on the obverse define the grade, but none are particularly bothersome. A hint of luster is seen on both sides. The U.S. Assay Office issues are particularly significant because of their status as a federally authorized coinage prior to the opening of the San Francisco Mint. Listed on page 367 of the 2010 Guide Book.
An old Paramount International Coin Corporation envelope (lot 1722) is included.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1976

1854 $20 Kellogg & Co. Twenty Dollar--Damaged, Rim Filed--NCS. AU Details. Short Arrows, K-1a, R.4. Both rims are extensively filed, particularly the reverse rim. Both sides have bright areas formed by closely spaced scratches, most apparent on the left obverse field and Liberty's cheek and neck. Listed on page 374 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1977

1849 $5 Moffat & Co. Five Dollar XF40 NGC. K-4, R.5. A rarer early die state. Pleasing rose-gold patina enhances the surfaces of this still-lustrous specimen. Liberty's hair is weakly struck, as usually seen, but the reverse is crisply detailed. Several light abrasions are consistent with the grade, and none are individually significant. This desirable 1849-dated piece was struck at the height of the California Gold Rush. Listed on page 363 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1978

1850 $5 Moffat & Co. Five Dollar AU53 NGC. Small Eagle. K-7, R.4. Cherry-red and olive-gold alternate across this unblemished private gold piece. The second and final year of the Moffat denomination, since the firm founded the San Francisco Assay Office in 1851. Struck from moderately rotated dies. Listed on page 363 of the 2010 Guide Book.

1979

1849 $5 Mormon Five Dollar--Repaired, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. K-2, R.5. A readily collectible example of this rare and historically important issue. Though the lightly worn surfaces are hairlined from a past cleaning, the obverse still displays well. Apparent repairs in the reverse fields were meant to smooth out abrasions there. Listed on page 376 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1980

1849 $5 Norris, Gregg, & Norris Five Dollar, Reeded Edge--Damaged--NCS. VF Details. K-4, R.4. Both sides have a smattering of small marks, as one might expect from a circulated territorial gold coin, but no "damage" is readily evident. Orange-red in design recesses, while the open fields and highpoints are yellow-gold. The first California private gold coiner, but quickly displaced by the well-run Moffat & Co. Listed on page 360 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1981

1852 $10 Wass Molitor Ten Dollar, Large Head, Wide Date XF45 NGC. K-4, R.5. The neck is short and the lower left corner of the bust is pointed. The obverse die was cut too deep, which caused the reverse to appear significantly weaker. The peripheral details are also softly struck. A number of thin die cracks are seen around the perimeter of the obverse, as always for this variety. Charming apricot-gold patina envelops both sides. Scattered abrasions limit the grade. An appealing example of this rare variety. Listed on page 372 of the 2010 Guide Book.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1982

1855 $20 Wass Molitor Twenty Dollar, Small Head PCGS Genuine. K-7, R.6. The PCGS number ending in .98 suggests Damage as the reason, or perhaps one of the reasons, that PCGS deemed this coin not gradable. In our opinion, this coin has the details of an VF specimen that has been tooled, repaired, reengraved, cleaned (totally resurfaced). The Small Head Wass Molitor is one of the classics among Territorial gold. As noted in Don Kagin's 1982 reference, this piece shows the expected weak strike on parts of the eagle's wings and eagle's neck. The surfaces on each side show extensive evidence of smoothing and tooling, which alternately have lessened impairments and strengthened design elements. The coin has a subdued yellow-gold color. One impairment remains: several parallel, shallow scratches in the right obverse field. Listed on page 373 of the 2010 Guide Book.

S.S. Central America Gold Bars

1983

(1855-57) Kellogg & Humbert Gold Ingot. Dimensions 53 mm x 43 mm x 28 mm. CAGB-450. Top face reads from top to bottom: NO (number abbreviation with two diagonal lines below the "O") 546 / 33.85 OZ / 891 FINE / $623.46. A turn to the left, and the incuse KELLOGG / & / HUMBERT / ASSAYERS imprint is stamped, oriented to the long side. Another left turn, and the serial number is repeated. Two "corner cuts" directly opposed to one another, plus a third corner that looks like it has a corner cut at first glance, though the displaced metal around it suggests that the corner was bumped and not cut.
This ingot has multiple distinctive features, both obvious and not. On the top face, the number punches are not regular; in fact, they border on the haphazard. This is most notable at "891 FINE", where the number 8 starts more than a quarter of the way from the ingot's left border, the 9 is tilted left and low relative to the 8, and the 1 crowds the word FINE; that word barely fits in the space provided.
Less readily apparent but highly intriguing is an apparent impression from a coin, which appears on the side a right turn from the top face. A partial arc from a coin's rim and reeding is plain, as is part of a letter "T". Given the cargo of the S.S. Central America, a double eagle is the most likely source of the impression, though this cannot be determined with certainty. Still, the impression is an unexpected but welcome reminder of where this ingot has spent most of its existence: at the bottom of the ocean, part of a jumble of priceless golden cargo.
This medium-sized ingot is generally bright yellow-gold with only small areas of encrustation. Comes with a PSA/DNA (Collectors Universe) certificate of authenticity picturing the ingot and providing basic information such as dimensions and serial number.

S.S.C.A. Relic Gold Medals

1984

1855 $50 SSCA Relic Gold Medal "1855 Kellogg & Co. Fifty" Gem Proof PCGS. Struck August 20, 2001. A gleaming example of this popular and massive restrike. Coin and PCGS holder, along with the outer box, certificate, screwdriver, etc.

1985

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. This 2.5 ounce 999.9 fine gold medal does not derive from S.S.C.A.-recovered gold bars, but the bullion does derive from a California source, according to the NGC insert. Similar in appearance to the Kagin-11 1852 Humbert fifty, but the denomination and fineness are modified, and the reverse has a verbose legend asserting a 2008 mintage.

1986

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. A modern reproduction, this item contains 2.5 troy ounces of gold, from a California source (but not S.S.C.A. ingots) per the NGC insert. Designed similar to Kagin-11, but the denomination is replaced with PURE CAL. GOLD, and the fineness is changed to 999.9 Thous. The central reverse has a four-line legend that states a 2008 production.

1987

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. This flashy octagonal medal weighs 2.5 ounces of 999.9 fine California gold. A modern reproduction of K-11, the 1852 Humbert fifty dollar variety. No gold from S.S.C.A. ingots is included.

1988

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. This modern memento contains 2.5 ounces of pure gold, which comes from California although not from the S.S. Central America. Styled after the Kagin-11 1852 Humbert fifty "slug," but FIFTY DOLLS. is replaced with PURE CAL. GOLD, and the fineness is no longer 887 Thous. but is instead 999.9 Thous.

1989

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. This 2.5-ounce 999.9 fine gold medal derives from a California origin but is not made from S.S.C.A.-recovered gold bars, per the NGC insert. Similar in appearance to the Kagin-11 1852 Humbert fifty, but the denomination and fineness are modified, and the reverse has a verbose legend asserting a 2008 mintage.

1990

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. A modern reproduction, this item contains 2.5 troy ounces of gold, from a California source (but not S.S.C.A. ingots) per the NGC insert. Similar to Kagin-11, but the denomination is replaced with PURE CAL. GOLD, and the fineness is changed to 999.9 Thous. The central reverse has a four-line legend that states a 2008 production.

1991

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. A modern facsimile of the K-11 1852 Humbert fifty dollar slug, except the denomination and fineness are changed, and a four-line legend on the reverse is added. This piece contains 2.5 ounces of "pure California gold," per the NGC insert. No gold from S.S.C.A. ingots is implied.

1992

2008 Humbert Commemorative Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC This 2008 replica of Kagin-11 contains 2.5 troy ounces of 999.9 thous. fine "pure California gold, according to the modernized legends, The central reverse has a four-line rectangular inscription that reads: "HUMBERT GOLD INGOT/COMMEMORATIVE 2008/PURE CALIFORNIA GOLD/ 2.5 OZ TROY 999.9 FINE."

1993

2008 "Humbert Commemorative" Gem Proof Ultra Cameo NGC. This modern replica of Kagin-11 contains 2.5 troy ounces of 999.9 thous. fine "pure California" gold, per the NGC insert. No gold is from S.S.C.A. ingots. The obverse legends for the denomination and fineness are appropriately changed from the original design, and the central reverse has a four-line rectangular inscription indicating a 2008 production.

California Fractional Gold

1994

1854 $1 Liberty Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-508, High R.4, MS63 Prooflike NGC. Brass-gold surfaces display splashes of subtle peach color and well struck design features except for the typical softness in 85 of the date. Nice field-motif contrast is evident and both sides are devoid of significant marks. Census: 2 in 63 Prooflike, 2 finer (8/09).
From The Mulkin Collection.

1995

1853 $1 Liberty Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-531, R.4, MS64 NGC. This piece was struck by Antoine Louis Nouizillet, who was in operation from 1852 to 1858. Wafts of lilac combine with yellow-gold on the surfaces of this boldly struck near-Gem. A few nearly imperceptible handling marks are visible under magnification. Captivating prooflike fields show nice contrast against the frosted devices.
From The Mulkin Collection.

1996

1863 25C Liberty Octagonal 25 Cents, BG-733, High R.7, MS62 PCGS. Extremely rare. The second edition of Breen-Gillio enumerates only five known survivors, one of which permanently reposes in the Smithsonian. This is the Jay Roe specimen, reholdered from its last Heritage auction appearance, but the alloy spot at 3 o'clock on the obverse is unmistakable. Mildly reflective with faint abrasions that account for the grade.

1997

1876 50C Indian Octagonal 50 Cents, BG-953, R.5, MS65 PCGS. This gorgeous Gem has fully brilliant and prooflike yellow-gold surfaces with noticeable cameo contrast between the mirrored fields and frosty devices. It is sharply struck by rather crudely prepared dies, adding to its interest and desirability. Population: 4 in 65, 0 finer (9/09).

1998

1876 50C Indian Round 50 Cents, BG-1060, High R.5, MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. A gorgeous Gem with highly reflective fields that provide obvious contrast with the icy motifs. A superior strike for the variety, since all reverse legends are bold. Spindly die cracks cross the Indian's neck and the upper reverse. Census: 1 in 65 Deep Mirror Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).

1999

1871 $1 Liberty Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1109, Low R.4, MS62 Prooflike NGC. A yellow-gold octagonal dollar with flashy fields and frosty devices. Evenly struck and attractive with a few trivial obverse hairlines. Census: 3 in 62 Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).

2000

1876 $1 Indian Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1116, High R.6, MS63 PCGS. Incorrectly attributed as BG-1115 by PCGS, a variety with a star instead of scroll work beneath DOLLAR. Orange-red patina bathes this well struck Select octagonal dollar. Appears mark-free to the unaided eye, and a loupe reveals only a few trivial hairlines on the central reverse.

2001

1875 $1 Indian Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1127, R.4, MS64 Prooflike NGC. Frosted design elements stand out against the prooflike fields of this near-Gem. The second L in DOLLAR is a bit weak, but overall the design elements, including those in the usually weak centers, are better defined than typically seen. Both sides are quite well preserved. Census: 1 in 64 Prooflike, 1 finer (9/09).

2002

1876/5 $1 Indian Octagonal 1 Dollar, BG-1129, R.4 MS65 NGC. Walter Breen and Ronald Gillio (2003) say of this variety that it is "always weakly struck." The present Gem is exceptional in this regard, in that all design elements are well brought up; only the star centers are flat. Orange-gold surfaces splashed with mint-green are devoid of mentionable marks. The reverse is rotated 90 degrees.

Session 4

Colonials

7001

(1688) TOKEN American Plantations 1/24 Part Real--Corroded, Damaged--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (0/4). PCGS Population (0/39). (#49)

7002

1723 FARTH Hibernia Farthing, DEI GRATIA MS63 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (32/20). NGC Census: (4/5). (#176)

7003

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/221). NGC Census: (4/60). (#180)

7004

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (11/15). PCGS Population (22/64). (#180)

7005

1711-D 30DEN French Colonies 30 Deniers VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (1/3). PCGS Population (1/9). (#158686)

7006

1751-A Sou M French Colonies Sou Marque AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/1). NGC Census: (0/0). (#145167)

7007

1760 1/2P Hibernia-Voce Populi Halfpenny--Damaged--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (3/43). PCGS Population (27/105). (#262)

7008

1788 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Draped Bust Left--Environmental Damage--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/5). PCGS Population (8/9). (#409)

7009

1787 1/2P Machin's Mills Halfpenny--Corroded--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/13). PCGS Population (3/52). (#469)

7010

1787 COPPER New Jersey Copper, Camel Head--Corroded--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/4). PCGS Population (5/43). (#515)

7011

1783 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Small US XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (19/51). NGC Census: (5/12). (#801)

7012

(1792-94) TOKEN Kentucky Token, Plain Edge MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (8/5). PCGS Population (17/20). (#614)

7013

1795 1C Talbot Allum & Lee Cent--Corroded--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (1/47). PCGS Population (11/160). (#640)

7014

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Draped Bust, No Button--Environmental Damage--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (4/16). PCGS Population (12/65). (#676)

7015

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Draped Bust, No Button, Copper Restrike, Engrailed Edge PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (34/44). NGC Census: (6/7). (#685)

7016

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent--Obverse Scratched--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (9/41). PCGS Population (37/81). (#689)

7017

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (8/21). PCGS Population (31/26). (#689)

7018

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (31/26). NGC Census: (8/21). (#689)

7019

Undated 1C Washington Double Head Cent--Corroded--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/51). PCGS Population (7/198). (#692)

7020

1793 1/2P Washington Ship Halfpenny, Copper, Lettered Edge XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (33/112). NGC Census: (12/25). (#734)

7021

1793 1/2P Washington Ship Halfpenny, Copper, Lettered Edge AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (8/17). PCGS Population (39/73). (#734)

Half Cents

7022

1803 1/2 C VF35 PCGS. Ex:Cohen 1. PCGS Population (16/73). NGC Census: (2/22). Mintage: 92,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $604. (#1060)(Registry values: P6)

7023

1803 1/2 C XF40 ANACS. NGC Census: (4/18). PCGS Population (13/60). Mintage: 92,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $750. (#1060)(Registry values: P6)

7024

1804 1/2 C Crosslet 4, Stems--Scratched--ICG. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (29/96). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $325. (#1069)(Registry values: P4)

7025

1806 1/2 C Small 6, No Stems--Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details Net XF45. NGC Census: (12/336). PCGS Population (31/205). Mintage: 356,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $395. (#1093)(Registry values: P4)

7026

1808 1/2 C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/33). NGC Census: (4/25). Mintage: 400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $975. (#1107)(Registry values: P5)

7027

1808 1/2 C --Obv Scratched--NGC. AU Details. C-3, Dies Rotated 180 Degrees. NGC Census: (4/25). PCGS Population (4/33). Mintage: 400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $975. (#1107)(Registry values: P5)

7028

1809/6 1/2 C XF45 ANACS. C-5. NGC Census: (13/104). PCGS Population (25/68). Mintage: 1,154,572. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $301. (#1126)(Registry values: P3)

7029

1825 1/2 C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (15/78). NGC Census: (24/106). Mintage: 63,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#1141)(Registry values: P3)

7031

1832 1/2 C MS62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (39/56). PCGS Population (17/69). Mintage: 154,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $285. (#1159)(Registry values: P3)

7032

1851 1/2 C MS64 Brown NGC. C-1. NGC Census: (65/17). PCGS Population (30/1). Mintage: 147,672. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#1224)(Registry values: P2)

7033

1853 1/2 C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (124/156). NGC Census: (140/308). Mintage: 129,694. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $300. (#1227)(Registry values: P1)

7034

1856 1/2 C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (50/17). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 40,430. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $340. (#1236)(Registry values: P2)

7035

1857 1/2 C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (47/105). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 35,180. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $320. (#1239)(Registry values: P2)

Large Cents

7036

1795 1C Lettered Edge--Corroded--NCS. VG Details. S-75. NGC Census: (1/25). PCGS Population (5/57). Mintage: 37,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $500. (#1377)(Registry values: N491)

7037

1795 1C Plain Edge--Corroded--ANACS. Fine Details Net VG8. S-76b. NGC Census: (0/30). PCGS Population (14/255). Mintage: 501,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $475. (#1380)(Registry values: N491)

7038

1796 1C Liberty Cap--Environmental Damage--NCS. VG Details. S-83. NGC Census: (4/66). PCGS Population (7/102). Mintage: 109,825. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $475. (#1392)(Registry values: N491)

7039

1796 1C Draped Bust, Reverse of 1796--Corroded--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/44). PCGS Population (10/32). Mintage: 363,375. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $2,050. (#1401)(Registry values: N1793)

7040

1797 1C Plain Edge--Corroded--NCS. XF Details. S-128, B-23, R.3. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/2). (#1419)(Registry values: P1)

7041

1798 1C First Hair Style--Corroded--ANACS. Fine Details Net VG8. S-174. NGC Census: (4/37). PCGS Population (11/152). Mintage: 1,841,745. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $175. (#1431)(Registry values: N208)

7042

1800 1C --Corroded--NCS. VF Details. S-203. NGC Census: (1/40). PCGS Population (4/46). Mintage: 2,822,175. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $685. (#1449)(Registry values: N991)

7043

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)

7044

1802 1C 1/000 F12 ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/13). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $350. (#1473)(Registry values: P1)

7045

1805 1C --Environmental Damage--NCS. XF Details. S-269. NGC Census: (3/14). PCGS Population (11/50). Mintage: 941,116. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $935. (#1510)(Registry values: N991)

7046

1807 1C Small Fraction--Damaged--NCS. VF Details. S-274. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (1/2). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $525. (#1534)(Registry values: P1)

7047

1809 1C --Reverse Damage--NCS. VG Details. S-280. NGC Census: (1/40). PCGS Population (3/72). Mintage: 222,867. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $300. (#1546)(Registry values: N491)

7048

1809 1C F15 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/53). NGC Census: (5/33). Mintage: 222,867. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $668. (#1546)(Registry values: N991)

7049

1812 1C Small Date--Corroded--ICG. VF30 Details. S-290. NGC Census: (7/104). PCGS Population (31/101). Mintage: 1,075,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $680. (#1561)(Registry values: N991)

7050

1812 1C Small Date--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (15/80). PCGS Population (22/58). Mintage: 1,075,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $875. (#1561)(Registry values: N1793)

7051

1812 1C Small Date--Corrosion--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (15/80). PCGS Population (22/58). Mintage: 1,075,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $875. (#1561)(Registry values: N1793)

7052

1813 1C --Damaged--NCS. VF Details. S-293. NGC Census: (2/13). PCGS Population (14/116). Mintage: 418,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $550. (#1570)(Registry values: N991)

7053

1814 1C Crosslet 4--Corroded--ANACS. XF Details Net VF20. NGC Census: (7/164). PCGS Population (10/178). Mintage: 357,830. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $530. (#1573)(Registry values: N991)

7054

1819 1C Large Date MS62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (38/84). PCGS Population (17/34). Mintage: 2,671,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $525. (#1603)(Registry values: N991)

7055

1820 1C Large Date Brown--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. N-13. NGC Census: (1/444). PCGS Population (2/402). Mintage: 4,407,550. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $250. (#1615)(Registry values: N491)

7056

1820 1C Large Date MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (160/181). PCGS Population (167/127). Mintage: 4,407,550. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $715. (#1615)(Registry values: N991)

7057

1821 1C --Damaged--NCS. VF Details. N-1. NGC Census: (1/54). PCGS Population (5/80). Mintage: 389,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $525. (#1621)(Registry values: N991)

7058

1821 1C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (8/55). NGC Census: (3/47). Mintage: 389,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $845. (#1621)(Registry values: N991)

7059

1821 1C --Damaged, Hair Engraved--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (5/42). PCGS Population (9/46). Mintage: 389,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,050. (#1621)(Registry values: N991)

7060

1821 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (5/42). PCGS Population (9/46). Mintage: 389,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,050. (#1621)(Registry values: N991)

7061

7062

1822 1C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/48). NGC Census: (1/56). Mintage: 2,072,339. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $450. (#1624)(Registry values: N991)

7063

1823 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (1/13). PCGS Population (4/22). Mintage: 1,262,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $900. (#1627)(Registry values: N991)

7064

1824 1C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/53). NGC Census: (7/58). Mintage: 1,262,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $325. (#1636)(Registry values: N991)

7065

1834 1C Large 8, Small Stars, Medium Letters AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (13/51). PCGS Population (10/43). Mintage: 1,855,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $210. (#1699)(Registry values: N491)

7066

1834 1C Large 8, Large Stars, Medium Letters--Environmental Damage--NCS. Fine Details. N-5. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/9). (#1702)(Registry values: P1)

7067

1834 1C Large 8, Large Stars, Large Letters--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. N-6. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/3). (#1705)(Registry values: P1)

7068

1837 1C Plain Cords, Medium Letters Brown--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. N-13. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/53). (#1735)(Registry values: P1)

7069

1838 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (84/41). NGC Census: (30/29). Mintage: 6,370,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $520. (#1741)(Registry values: N991)

7070

1839 1C Booby Head--Damaged--NCS. AU Details. N-6. NGC Census: (7/123). PCGS Population (5/88). Mintage: 3,128,661. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $375. (#1751)(Registry values: N491)

7071

1839/6 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. N-1. NGC Census: (8/24). PCGS Population (15/41). Mintage: 3,128,661. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $400. (#1756)(Registry values: P1)

7072

1849 1C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (13/64). NGC Census: (24/211). Mintage: 4,178,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $165. (#1886)(Registry values: N491)

7073

1849 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. N-1, R.4. PCGS Population (7/35). NGC Census: (51/105). Mintage: 4,178,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $375. (#1886)(Registry values: N491)

7074

1850 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (140/83). NGC Census: (6/22). Mintage: 4,426,844. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#1890)(Registry values: N991)

7075

1851 1C MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (28/150). PCGS Population (93/176). Mintage: 9,889,707. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $210. (#1892)(Registry values: N491)

7076

1854 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (87/34). NGC Census: (52/65). Mintage: 4,236,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#1904)(Registry values: N991)

7077

1854 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (52/65). PCGS Population (87/34). Mintage: 4,236,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#1904)(Registry values: N991)

7078

1855 1C Upright 5s Brown--Rim Damaged--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/90). PCGS Population (6/249). Mintage: 1,574,829. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $155. (#1907)(Registry values: N491)

7079

1855 1C Slanting 5s MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (13/6). NGC Census: (0/0). (#1911)(Registry values: P1)

7080

1856 1C Upright 5 MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (19/22). PCGS Population (133/33). Mintage: 2,690,463. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $515. (#1920)(Registry values: N991)

7081

1857 1C Large Date--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. N-1. NGC Census: (1/110). PCGS Population (25/237). Mintage: 333,456. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $180. (#1928)(Registry values: N491)

7082

1857 1C Large Date MS62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (20/64). PCGS Population (32/107). Mintage: 333,456. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $300. (#1928)(Registry values: N491)

7083

1857 1C Small Date--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. N-2. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (12/49). (#1931)(Registry values: P2)

Flying Eagle Cents

7084

1857 1C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (4/82). PCGS Population (108/2402). Mintage: 17,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $190. (#2016)(Registry values: N491)

7085

1857 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/73). PCGS Population (39/2196). Mintage: 17,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $300. (#2016)(Registry values: N491)

7086

1858 1C Large Letters AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (1/176). PCGS Population (33/1403). Mintage: 24,600,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $175. (#2019)(Registry values: N491)

7087

1858 1C Large Letters AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (1/176). PCGS Population (33/1400). Mintage: 24,600,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $175. (#2019)(Registry values: N491)

7088

1858 1C Large Letters MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (47/102). PCGS Population (378/637). Mintage: 24,600,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $685. (#2019)(Registry values: N991)

Indian Cents

7089

1859 1C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (460/664). NGC Census: (1/7). Mintage: 36,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $555. (#2052)(Registry values: N991)

7090

1859 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (5/2). PCGS Population (529/132). Mintage: 36,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $870. (#2052)(Registry values: N1793)

7091

1859 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (5/2). PCGS Population (531/132). Mintage: 36,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $870. (#2052)(Registry values: N1793)

7092

1859 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (5/2). PCGS Population (531/132). Mintage: 36,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $870. (#2052)(Registry values: N1793)

7093

1860 1C Pointed Bust AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (17/170). NGC Census: (0/0). (#2056)(Registry values: P4)

7094

1860 1C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (25/45). PCGS Population (261/581). Mintage: 20,566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2058)(Registry values: N491)

7095

1860 1C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (261/578). NGC Census: (25/45). Mintage: 20,566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2058)(Registry values: N491)

7096

1860 1C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (25/45). PCGS Population (261/578). Mintage: 20,566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2058)(Registry values: N491)

7097

1860 1C MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (25/45). PCGS Population (256/577). Mintage: 20,566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2058)(Registry values: N491)

7098

1860 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (35/10). PCGS Population (387/194). Mintage: 20,566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $365. (#2058)(Registry values: N991)

7099

1861 1C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/989). NGC Census: (7/704). Mintage: 10,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $130. (#2061)(Registry values: N491)

7100

1862 1C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (555/258). NGC Census: (473/199). Mintage: 28,075,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $315. (#2064)(Registry values: N991)

7101

1862 1C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (555/258). NGC Census: (473/199). Mintage: 28,075,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $315. (#2064)(Registry values: N991)

7102

1862 1C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (163/35). PCGS Population (193/65). Mintage: 28,075,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $770. (#2064)(Registry values: N1793)

7103

1863 1C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (616/172). NGC Census: (543/198). Mintage: 49,840,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $295. (#2067)(Registry values: N991)

7104

1863 1C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (543/198). PCGS Population (614/173). Mintage: 49,840,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $295. (#2067)(Registry values: N991)

7105

1864 1C Copper-Nickel MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (411/100). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 13,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#2070)
From The Victoria Collection.(Registry values: N991)

7106

1864 1C L On Ribbon AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (0/6). PCGS Population (0/441). Mintage: 39,233,712. (#2080)(Registry values: N491)

7107

1866 1C XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (15/306). PCGS Population (40/295). Mintage: 9,826,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $150. (#2085)(Registry values: N491)

7108

1866 1C MS62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (19/329). NGC Census: (0/7). Mintage: 9,826,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $300. (#2086)(Registry values: N991)

7109

1868 1C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (28/103). Mintage: 10,266,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $200. (#2091)(Registry values: N491)

7110

1869 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (8/86). PCGS Population (41/329). Mintage: 6,420,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $350. (#2094)(Registry values: N991)

7111

1869 1C --Scratched--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (11/36). PCGS Population (45/130). Mintage: 6,420,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $445. (#2094)(Registry values: N991)

7112

1869 1C --Environmental Damage--NCS. XF Details. VP-001, FS-301. NGC Census: (0/62). PCGS Population (1/399). Mintage: 6,420,000. (#2095)(Registry values: N1)

7113

1870 1C VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (10/247). PCGS Population (12/267). Mintage: 5,275,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $253. (#2097)(Registry values: N491)

7114

1871 1C --Environmental Damage--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (14/178). Mintage: 3,929,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $370. (#2100)(Registry values: N991)

7115

1871 1C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (35/142). Mintage: 3,929,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $390. (#2100)(Registry values: N991)

7116

1872 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (52/325). Mintage: 4,042,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $440. (#2103)(Registry values: N991)

7117

1872 1C --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (85/239). Mintage: 4,042,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $472. (#2103)(Registry values: N991)

7118

1872 1C --Cleaned, Corroded--ANACS. UNC Details Net AU50. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (42/198). Mintage: 4,042,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $530. (#2103)(Registry values: N991)

7119

1872 1C MS62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (16/71). Mintage: 4,042,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $700. (#2103)(Registry values: N991)

7120

1873 1C Closed 3 VG8 ANACS. DDO, FS-009, S-1. NGC Census: (2/148). PCGS Population (2/107). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $27. (#2109)(Registry values: N1)

7121

1874 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (79/2). NGC Census: (104/22). Mintage: 14,187,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $540. (#2119)(Registry values: N1793)

7122

1876 1C XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (17/191). PCGS Population (39/131). Mintage: 7,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $181. (#2124)(Registry values: N491)

7123

1876 1C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (9/183). PCGS Population (21/110). Mintage: 7,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $200. (#2124)(Registry values: N491)

7124

1876 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (94/13). PCGS Population (58/1). Mintage: 7,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $835. (#2125)(Registry values: N1793)

7125

1877 1C AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (164/1275). PCGS Population (191/2414). Mintage: 852,500. (#2127)(Registry values: N1)

7126

1877 1C AG3 ICG. NGC Census: (164/1275). PCGS Population (191/2414). Mintage: 852,500. (#2127)(Registry values: N1)

7127

1877 1C --Corroded, Damaged--ANACS. VF20 Details. NGC Census: (43/656). PCGS Population (96/993). Mintage: 852,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $1,675. (#2127)(Registry values: N1793)

7128

1878 1C AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (20/99). Mintage: 5,799,850. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $185. (#2130)(Registry values: N491)

7129

1878 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (183/73). NGC Census: (141/100). Mintage: 5,799,850. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $585. (#2131)(Registry values: N991)

7130

1879 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (43/4). NGC Census: (66/55). Mintage: 16,231,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2133)(Registry values: N491)

7131

1881 1C MS64 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (263/66). Mintage: 39,211,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $200. (#2140)(Registry values: N491)

7132

1886 1C Type One MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (23/43). NGC Census: (30/85). Mintage: 17,654,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#2154)(Registry values: N991)

7133

1886 1C Type Two AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (32/107). PCGS Population (20/39). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $200. (#92154)(Registry values: N491)

7134

1886 1C Type Two MS61 Brown ICG. NGC Census: (4/102). PCGS Population (2/37). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $240. (#92154)(Registry values: N991)

7135

1887 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (52/6). PCGS Population (19/0). Mintage: 45,226,484. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#2158)(Registry values: N991)

7136

1888 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (142/71). PCGS Population (148/15). Mintage: 37,494,416. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $290. (#2167)(Registry values: N991)

7137

1892 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (36/4). PCGS Population (53/12). Mintage: 37,649,832. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $950. (#2183)(Registry values: N991)

7138

1894 1C MS65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (8/0). NGC Census: (28/3). Mintage: 16,752,132. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $220. (#2187)(Registry values: N491)

7139

1894 1C MS64 Red ICG. NGC Census: (42/41). PCGS Population (109/89). Mintage: 16,752,132. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $365. (#2189)(Registry values: N991)

7140

1895 1C MS64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (86/129). PCGS Population (131/141). Mintage: 38,343,636. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $250. (#2192)(Registry values: N991)

7141

1895 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (106/35). NGC Census: (89/40). Mintage: 38,343,636. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $720. (#2192)(Registry values: N991)

7142

1899 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (178/31). PCGS Population (92/3). Mintage: 53,600,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $180. (#2203)(Registry values: N491)

7143

1899 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (242/88). NGC Census: (154/64). Mintage: 53,600,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#2204)(Registry values: N991)

7144

1900 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (86/11). PCGS Population (56/1). Mintage: 66,833,764. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $170. (#2206)(Registry values: N491)

7145

1901 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (189/55). Mintage: 79,611,144. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#2210)(Registry values: N991)

7146

1901 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (189/55). Mintage: 79,611,144. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#2210)(Registry values: N991)

7147

1904 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (266/249). NGC Census: (150/154). Mintage: 61,328,016. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $165. (#2219)(Registry values: N491)

7148

1905 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (47/0). NGC Census: (138/12). Mintage: 80,719,160. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $165. (#2221)(Registry values: N491)

7149

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: $440. (#2231)(Registry values: N991)

7150

1908-S 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (34/109). NGC Census: (74/172). Mintage: 1,115,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $250. (#2232)(Registry values: N491)

7151

1908-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (342/92). NGC Census: (216/127). Mintage: 1,115,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $540. (#2233)(Registry values: N991)

7152

1909 1C MS65 Red NGC. NGC Census: (251/32). PCGS Population (581/154). Mintage: 14,370,645. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#2237)(Registry values: N991)

7153

1909 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (581/154). NGC Census: (251/32). Mintage: 14,370,645. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $440. (#2237)(Registry values: N991)

7154

1909-S 1C F12 NGC. NGC Census: (71/908). PCGS Population (161/1730). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $545. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7155

1909-S 1C --Environmental Damage--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (77/470). PCGS Population (198/568). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $665. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7156

1909-S 1C XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (117/353). PCGS Population (148/417). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $672. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

7157

1909-S 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (27/327). PCGS Population (76/343). Mintage: 309,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $685. (#2238)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Indian Cents

7158

1867 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (27/115). NGC Census: (12/102). Mintage: 625. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $375. (#2289)(Registry values: N991)

7159

1868 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (24/11). PCGS Population (36/4). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $775. (#2292)(Registry values: N1793)

7160

1874 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (84/38). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $440. (#2310)(Registry values: N991)

7161

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: $725. (#2310)(Registry values: N1793)

7162

1879 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (68/30). PCGS Population (74/31). Mintage: 3,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $420. (#2325)(Registry values: N991)

7163

1881 1C PR65 ★ Red and Brown NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (74/45). PCGS Population (75/14). Mintage: 3,575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $440. (#2331)(Registry values: N991)

7164

1885 1C PR65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (75/55). PCGS Population (50/49). Mintage: 3,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $300. (#2342)(Registry values: N991)

7165

1885 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (50/49). NGC Census: (75/55). Mintage: 3,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $300. (#2342)(Registry values: N991)

7166

1885 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (33/18). NGC Census: (46/10). Mintage: 3,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $750. (#2343)(Registry values: N1793)

7167

1886 1C Type One PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (63/30). NGC Census: (53/34). Mintage: 4,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $480. (#2346)(Registry values: N2998)

7168

1890 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (22/2). NGC Census: (36/2). Mintage: 2,740. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $400. (#2358)(Registry values: N991)

7169

1891 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (10/24). Mintage: 2,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $140. (#2360)(Registry values: N491)

7170

1892 1C PR65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (10/3). PCGS Population (5/2). Mintage: 2,745. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $320. (#2363)(Registry values: N991)

7171

1892 1C PR63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (10/148). PCGS Population (55/196). Mintage: 2,745. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $175. (#2364)(Registry values: N491)

7172

1899 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (55/19). PCGS Population (54/26). Mintage: 2,031. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $380. (#2385)(Registry values: N991)

7173

1901 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (31/182). NGC Census: (12/135). Mintage: 1,985. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $175. (#2391)(Registry values: N491)

7174

1902 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (52/21). PCGS Population (50/24). Mintage: 2,018. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $420. (#2394)(Registry values: N991)

7175

1904 1C PR64 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (0/3). PCGS Population (4/8). (#82401)(Registry values: P1)

7176

1906 1C PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (29/35). NGC Census: (8/23). Mintage: 1,725. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $360. (#2407)(Registry values: N991)

7177

1906 1C PR65 Red and Brown Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (0/2). PCGS Population (2/4). (#82407)(Registry values: P1)

7178

1907 1C PR62 Red ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/51). Mintage: 1,475. (#2410)(Registry values: N491)

Lincoln Cents

7179

1909 VDB 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1759/190). NGC Census: (1078/73). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7180

1909 VDB 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1759/190). NGC Census: (1078/73). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7181

1909 VDB 1C MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (1075/73). PCGS Population (1760/190). Mintage: 27,995,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $340. (#2425)(Registry values: N208)

7182

1909 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (450/54). NGC Census: (162/5). Mintage: 72,702,616. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $375. (#2431)(Registry values: N491)

7183

1909-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (390/188). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $430. (#2433)(Registry values: N491)

7184

1909-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (377/175). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 1,825,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#2433)(Registry values: N491)

7185

1910-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (340/356). NGC Census: (1/0). Mintage: 6,045,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $270. (#2440)(Registry values: N491)

7186

1911 1C MS64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (59/77). PCGS Population (171/273). Mintage: 101,177,784. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $160. (#2443)(Registry values: N208)

7187

1911-D 1C MS64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (84/31). PCGS Population (239/144). Mintage: 12,672,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#2446)(Registry values: N991)

7188

1912 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (209/311). NGC Census: (84/83). Mintage: 68,153,056. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2452)(Registry values: N491)

7189

1912 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (213/313). NGC Census: (84/83). Mintage: 68,153,056. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2452)(Registry values: N491)

7190

1912 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (224/89). NGC Census: (70/13). Mintage: 68,153,056. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#2452)(Registry values: N991)

7191

1912-S 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (40/8). PCGS Population (44/7). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $255. (#2456)(Registry values: N991)

7192

1912-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (87/191). NGC Census: (48/128). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $250. (#2457)(Registry values: N491)

7193

1913-D 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (28/12). PCGS Population (26/7). Mintage: 15,804,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $200. (#2462)(Registry values: N491)

7194

1913-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (154/23). NGC Census: (72/42). Mintage: 6,101,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $540. (#2466)(Registry values: N991)

7195

1914 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (45/3). NGC Census: (56/10). Mintage: 75,238,432. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $190. (#2469)(Registry values: N491)

7196

1914-D 1C F12 NGC. NGC Census: (177/1343). PCGS Population (307/2336). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $310. (#2471)(Registry values: N1)

7197

1914-D 1C VF20 ANACS. NGC Census: (138/1034). PCGS Population (323/1672). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $390. (#2471)(Registry values: N1)

7198

1914-D 1C --Corroded--ICG. VF20 Details. NGC Census: (138/1034). PCGS Population (323/1672). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $390. (#2471)(Registry values: N1)

7199

1914-D 1C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (138/1037). PCGS Population (326/1684). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $390. (#2471)(Registry values: N1)

7200

1914-D 1C XF45 ICG. NGC Census: (134/385). PCGS Population (210/433). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $930. (#2471)(Registry values: N991)

7201

1914-D 1C --Cleaned, Corroded--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (40/344). PCGS Population (85/351). Mintage: 1,193,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,200. (#2471)(Registry values: N991)

7202

1914-S 1C MS61 Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (7/87). PCGS Population (4/99). Mintage: 4,137,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $220. (#2474)(Registry values: N491)

7203

1916 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (188/34). NGC Census: (29/3). Mintage: 131,833,680. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $785. (#2488)(Registry values: N991)

7204

1916-D 1C MS65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (11/1). NGC Census: (37/3). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#2489)(Registry values: N1793)

7205

1916-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (126/43). NGC Census: (38/14). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $525. (#2491)(Registry values: N491)

7206

1916-S 1C MS65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (34/2). PCGS Population (11/0). Mintage: 22,510,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $424. (#2492)(Registry values: N2998)

7207

1917 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (219/139). NGC Census: (60/24). Mintage: 196,429,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $365. (#2497)(Registry values: N491)

7208

1917 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (219/140). NGC Census: (60/24). Mintage: 196,429,792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $365. (#2497)(Registry values: N491)

7209

1917-D 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (30/163). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 55,120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $190. (#2500)(Registry values: N491)

7210

1918 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (219/93). NGC Census: (49/12). Mintage: 288,104,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#2506)(Registry values: N491)

7211

1918 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (219/93). NGC Census: (49/12). Mintage: 288,104,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#2506)(Registry values: N491)

7212

1918 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (220/93). NGC Census: (49/12). Mintage: 288,104,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $300. (#2506)(Registry values: N491)

7213

1919 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (348/285). NGC Census: (129/80). Mintage: 392,020,992. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $205. (#2515)(Registry values: N491)

7214

1919-D 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (36/50). NGC Census: (37/44). Mintage: 57,154,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $73. (#2516)(Registry values: N208)

7215

1919-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (164/69). NGC Census: (56/20). Mintage: 57,154,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#2518)(Registry values: N991)

7216

1920-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (135/29). NGC Census: (77/32). Mintage: 49,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $200. (#2526)(Registry values: N491)

7217

1920-D 1C MS65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (28/1). NGC Census: (30/2). Mintage: 49,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $425. (#2526)(Registry values: N1793)

7218

1921 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (277/254). NGC Census: (84/109). Mintage: 39,157,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $130. (#2533)(Registry values: N208)

7219

1922 No D 1C Strong Reverse F12 NGC. (#3285)(Registry values: P2)

7220

1922 No D 1C Weak Reverse VG10 PCGS. PCGS Population (114/718). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 7,160,000. (#2540)(Registry values: N1)

7221

1923 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (200/98). NGC Census: (75/43). Mintage: 74,723,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $280. (#2545)(Registry values: N491)

7222

1924-S 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (23/3). NGC Census: (28/3). Mintage: 11,696,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $315. (#2555)(Registry values: N991)

7223

1925 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (424/334). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 139,948,992. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $125. (#2560)(Registry values: N208)

7224

1925 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (424/337). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 139,948,992. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $125. (#2560)(Registry values: N208)

7225

1925-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (231/42). NGC Census: (85/10). Mintage: 22,580,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $480. (#2563)(Registry values: N991)

7226

1925-S 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (29/6). NGC Census: (32/8). Mintage: 26,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#2564)(Registry values: N991)

7227

1926-D 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (141/18). NGC Census: (81/25). Mintage: 28,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $275. (#2571)(Registry values: N991)

7228

1927 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (381/230). NGC Census: (145/157). Mintage: 144,440,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $125. (#2578)(Registry values: N491)

7229

1927-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (133/136). NGC Census: (63/65). Mintage: 14,276,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $175. (#2583)(Registry values: N208)

7230

1928 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (311/53). NGC Census: (102/14). Mintage: 134,116,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#2587)(Registry values: N491)

7231

1928-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (300/85). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 31,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2590)(Registry values: N491)

7232

1928-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (300/85). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 31,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2590)(Registry values: N491)

7233

1928-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (300/85). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 31,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2590)(Registry values: N491)

7234

1928-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (300/85). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 31,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2590)(Registry values: N491)

7235

1928-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (300/85). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 31,170,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2590)(Registry values: N491)

7236

1929 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (381/44). NGC Census: (182/36). Mintage: 185,262,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#2596)(Registry values: N491)

7237

1929-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (232/161). NGC Census: (66/32). Mintage: 41,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2599)(Registry values: N208)

7238

1929-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (232/161). NGC Census: (66/32). Mintage: 41,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2599)(Registry values: N208)

7239

1929-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (233/161). NGC Census: (66/32). Mintage: 41,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2599)(Registry values: N208)

7240

1929-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (233/161). NGC Census: (66/32). Mintage: 41,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2599)(Registry values: N208)

7241

1929-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (233/161). NGC Census: (66/32). Mintage: 41,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2599)(Registry values: N208)

7242

1929-D 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (233/161). NGC Census: (66/32). Mintage: 41,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $180. (#2599)(Registry values: N208)

7243

1929-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (217/21). NGC Census: (144/23). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#2602)(Registry values: N491)

7244

1929-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (217/21). NGC Census: (144/23). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#2602)(Registry values: N491)

7245

1931-S 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (92/27). PCGS Population (42/12). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $175. (#2618)(Registry values: N208)

7246

1931-S 1C MS65 Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (23/4). PCGS Population (12/0). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $185. (#2618)(Registry values: N491)

7247

1931-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (225/676). NGC Census: (177/804). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $175. (#2619)(Registry values: N208)

7248

1931-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (246/10). PCGS Population (92/1). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $260. (#2619)(Registry values: N991)

7249

1931-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1121/818). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7250

1931-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1121/818). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 866,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#2620)(Registry values: N491)

7251

1933-D 1C MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (290/39). PCGS Population (313/19). Mintage: 6,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#2632)(Registry values: N491)

7252

1933-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (313/19). NGC Census: (290/39). Mintage: 6,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#2632)(Registry values: N491)

7253

1933-D 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (314/19). NGC Census: (290/39). Mintage: 6,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#2632)(Registry values: N491)

7254

1934 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (257/7). NGC Census: (376/3). Mintage: 219,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $205. (#2635)(Registry values: N208)

7255

1934 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (261/7). NGC Census: (376/3). Mintage: 219,080,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $205. (#2635)(Registry values: N208)

7256

1935 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (423/5). NGC Census: (436/0). Mintage: 245,388,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $120. (#2641)(Registry values: N208)

7257

1942-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (252/2). NGC Census: (751/0). Mintage: 206,698,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $125. (#2707)(Registry values: N69)

7258

1943-D/D 1C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (17/114). NGC Census: (0/0). (#2715)(Registry values: P2)

7259

1950-S 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (222/1). PCGS Population (42/0). Mintage: 118,505,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $340. (#2785)(Registry values: N491)

7260

1984 1C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (352/577). NGC Census: (43/256). Mintage: 8,151,078,912. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $235. (#3062)(Registry values: N208)

Proof Lincoln Cents

7261

1960 1C Large Over Small Date PR67 Red NGC. VP-002. DDO. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (45/16). (#3410)(Registry values: P1)

7262

1992-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (127/0). NGC Census: (138/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $96. (#93503)(Registry values: P1)

7263

2000-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (179/0). NGC Census: (320/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $80. (#93536)(Registry values: P1)

7264

2001-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (101/0). NGC Census: (303/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $92. (#93539)(Registry values: P1)

7265

2004-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (100/0). NGC Census: (1283/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $65. (#93551)

7266

2006-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (175/0). NGC Census: (881/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $68. (#93559)

7267

2008-S 1C PR70 Red Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (134/0). NGC Census: (210/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $200. (#394913)

Two Cent Pieces

7268

1864 2C Small Motto VF20 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (8/232). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $370. (#3579)(Registry values: N491)

7269

1864 2C Small Motto--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (14/190). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $500. (#3579)(Registry values: N991)

7270

1864 2C Large Motto MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (268/257). NGC Census: (3/5). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $145. (#3576)(Registry values: N491)

7271

1864 2C Large Motto MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (511/1124). NGC Census: (1/6). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $170. (#3577)(Registry values: N491)

7272

1864 2C Large Motto MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (4/0). PCGS Population (271/10). Mintage: 19,847,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $490. (#3577)(Registry values: N991)

7273

1865 2C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (320/66). PCGS Population (242/19). Mintage: 13,640,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $460. (#3583)(Registry values: N991)

7274

1867 2C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (14/78). NGC Census: (30/121). Mintage: 2,938,750. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $130. (#3591)(Registry values: N491)

7275

1867 2C MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (46/75). PCGS Population (49/29). Mintage: 2,938,750. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $150. (#3591)(Registry values: N491)

7276

1867 2C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (165/50). NGC Census: (83/88). Mintage: 2,938,750. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $370. (#3592)(Registry values: N491)

7277

1869 2C MS63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (26/83). PCGS Population (35/36). Mintage: 1,546,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $185. (#3603)(Registry values: N491)

7278

1869 2C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (96/40). NGC Census: (61/70). Mintage: 1,546,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#3604)(Registry values: N491)

7279

1870 2C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (22/18). NGC Census: (25/47). Mintage: 860,250. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $290. (#3606)(Registry values: N491)

7280

1871 2C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (21/92). NGC Census: (25/139). Mintage: 721,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $275. (#3609)(Registry values: N491)

7281

1872 2C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (7/58). PCGS Population (19/98). Mintage: 64,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $850. (#3612)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Two Cent Pieces

7282

1865 2C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (14/86). NGC Census: (3/61). Mintage: 500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $440. (#3628)(Registry values: N991)

7283

1867 2C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (69/54). NGC Census: (36/56). Mintage: 625. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $625. (#3634)(Registry values: N991)

7284

1872 2C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (43/268). NGC Census: (7/166). Mintage: 950. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $500. (#3649)(Registry values: N991)

Three Cent Silver

7285

1851 3CS MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (158/75). PCGS Population (162/108). Mintage: 5,447,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $750. (#3664)(Registry values: N1793)

7286

1851-O 3CS MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (56/241). PCGS Population (46/240). Mintage: 720,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $450. (#3665)(Registry values: N991)

7287

1853 3CS MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (106/51). NGC Census: (75/41). Mintage: 11,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $765. (#3667)(Registry values: N1793)

7288

1855 3CS --Improperly Cleaned, Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/94). PCGS Population (18/125). Mintage: 139,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $240. (#3671)(Registry values: N491)

7289

1859 3CS MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (74/114). NGC Census: (55/136). Mintage: 364,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $325. (#3677)(Registry values: N491)

7290

1860 3CS MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (64/34). NGC Census: (67/24). Mintage: 286,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#3678)(Registry values: N991)

7291

1861 3CS MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/554). NGC Census: (18/566). Mintage: 497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $190. (#3679)(Registry values: N491)

7292

1861 3CS MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (173/222). PCGS Population (157/179). Mintage: 497,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#3679)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Three Cent Silver

7293

1862 3CS PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (43/133). NGC Census: (8/113). Mintage: 550. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $435. (#3711)(Registry values: N991)

7294

1865 3CS PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (18/103). PCGS Population (47/101). Mintage: 500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $520. (#3715)(Registry values: N991)

Three Cent Nickels

7295

1870 3CN MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (54/157). PCGS Population (77/160). Mintage: 1,335,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $185. (#3736)(Registry values: N491)

7296

1872 3CN MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (45/15). PCGS Population (39/32). Mintage: 861,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $300. (#3738)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Three Cent Nickels

7297

1879 3CN PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (173/44). NGC Census: (173/66). Mintage: 3,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $715. (#3775)(Registry values: N991)

7298

1879 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (19/115). NGC Census: (9/96). (#83775)(Registry values: N991)

7299

1879 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (37/30). PCGS Population (57/31). (#83775)(Registry values: N1793)

7300

1881 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (26/955). NGC Census: (10/754). Mintage: 3,575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $240. (#3777)(Registry values: N491)

7301

1882 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (255/63). PCGS Population (267/91). Mintage: 3,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $700. (#3778)(Registry values: N991)

7302

1883 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (441/895). NGC Census: (285/837). Mintage: 6,609. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $330. (#3779)(Registry values: N991)

7303

1885 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (130/830). NGC Census: (56/690). Mintage: 3,790. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $330. (#3781)(Registry values: N991)

Shield Nickels

7304

1866 5C Rays AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (94/1047). NGC Census: (79/1109). Mintage: 14,742,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $220. (#3790)(Registry values: N491)

7305

1867 5C Rays AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (47/334). NGC Census: (35/356). Mintage: 2,019,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $255. (#3791)(Registry values: N491)

7306

1867 5C Rays AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (47/334). NGC Census: (35/356). Mintage: 2,019,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $255. (#3791)(Registry values: N491)

7307

1867 5C Rays AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (35/356). PCGS Population (47/334). Mintage: 2,019,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $255. (#3791)(Registry values: N491)

7308

1868 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (235/159). PCGS Population (236/94). Mintage: 28,800,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $300. (#3795)(Registry values: N491)

7309

1869 5C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/276). NGC Census: (35/303). Mintage: 16,395,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $155. (#3796)(Registry values: N491)

7310

1870 5C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/169). NGC Census: (2/157). Mintage: 4,806,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $94. (#3797)(Registry values: N208)

7311

1871 5C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/95). NGC Census: (0/68). Mintage: 561,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $225. (#3798)(Registry values: N491)

7312

1871 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (2/85). NGC Census: (4/63). Mintage: 561,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $325. (#3798)(Registry values: N491)

7313

1872 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (18/238). NGC Census: (11/160). Mintage: 6,036,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $120. (#3799)(Registry values: N208)

7314

1872 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (93/48). NGC Census: (59/41). Mintage: 6,036,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $420. (#3799)(Registry values: N991)

7315

1874 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (9/161). NGC Census: (6/112). Mintage: 3,538,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $120. (#3803)(Registry values: N208)

7316

1874 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (48/92). NGC Census: (24/72). Mintage: 3,538,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $280. (#3803)(Registry values: N491)

7317

1875 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/138). NGC Census: (8/113). Mintage: 2,097,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $160. (#3804)(Registry values: N208)

7318

1883 5C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (61/1609). NGC Census: (16/1273). Mintage: 1,456,919. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $88. (#3813)(Registry values: N208)

7319

1883 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (375/779). NGC Census: (242/753). Mintage: 1,456,919. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $170. (#3813)(Registry values: N491)

7320

1883 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (464/317). NGC Census: (386/367). Mintage: 1,456,919. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#3813)(Registry values: N491)

7321

1883 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (207/113). NGC Census: (256/111). Mintage: 1,456,919. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $540. (#3813)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Shield Nickels

7322

1869 5C PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (100/129). PCGS Population (136/92). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $420. (#3823)(Registry values: N991)

7323

1871 5C PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (5/231). PCGS Population (13/296). Mintage: 960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $235. (#3825)(Registry values: N491)

7324

1871 5C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (32/199). PCGS Population (37/259). Mintage: 960. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $325. (#3825)(Registry values: N491)

7325

1882 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (208/560). NGC Census: (162/527). Mintage: 3,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $360. (#3837)(Registry values: N991)

7326

1882 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (213/38). PCGS Population (217/39). Mintage: 3,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $750. (#3837)(Registry values: N1793)

Liberty Nickels

7327

1884 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (135/80). NGC Census: (106/77). Mintage: 11,273,942. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $355. (#3845)(Registry values: N991)

7328

1885 5C AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (33/361). PCGS Population (64/692). Mintage: 1,476,490. (#3846)(Registry values: N1)

7329

1885 5C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (7/296). PCGS Population (32/546). Mintage: 1,476,490. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $540. (#3846)(Registry values: N1)

7330

1886 5C --Cleaned, Corroded--ANACS. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (7/225). PCGS Population (11/337). Mintage: 3,330,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $623. (#3847)(Registry values: N491)

7331

1889 5C MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (190/84). NGC Census: (173/191). Mintage: 15,881,361. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#3850)(Registry values: N491)

7332

1895 5C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (75/164). PCGS Population (88/169). Mintage: 9,979,884. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#3856)(Registry values: N491)

7333

1899 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (319/194). NGC Census: (229/168). Mintage: 26,029,032. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $210. (#3860)(Registry values: N491)

7334

1902 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (157/49). NGC Census: (146/37). Mintage: 31,489,580. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#3863)(Registry values: N991)

7335

1905 5C MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (156/34). PCGS Population (202/66). Mintage: 29,827,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $410. (#3866)(Registry values: N991)

7336

1905 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (156/34). PCGS Population (202/66). Mintage: 29,827,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $410. (#3866)(Registry values: N991)

7337

1910 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (68/10). NGC Census: (65/13). Mintage: 30,169,352. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#3871)(Registry values: N991)

7338

1911 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (407/188). PCGS Population (464/231). Mintage: 39,559,372. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $155. (#3872)(Registry values: N491)

7339

1912 5C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (337/588). NGC Census: (210/446). Mintage: 26,236,714. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $110. (#3873)(Registry values: N491)

7340

1912-D 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (19/573). PCGS Population (8/645). Mintage: 8,474,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $230. (#3874)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Liberty Nickels

7341

1883 5C With Cents PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/4). NGC Census: (60/10). Mintage: 6,783. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $790. (#3881)(Registry values: N991)

7342

1884 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (303/241). NGC Census: (199/280). Mintage: 3,942. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $295. (#3882)(Registry values: N491)

7343

1888 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (340/247). NGC Census: (258/336). Mintage: 4,582. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $295. (#3886)(Registry values: N491)

7344

1890 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (14/1). PCGS Population (11/0). Mintage: 2,740. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $900. (#3888)(Registry values: N1793)

7345

1891 5C PR65 Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (39/30). PCGS Population (30/8). (#83889)(Registry values: N991)

7346

1892 5C PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (26/37). NGC Census: (22/61). (#83890)(Registry values: N991)

7347

1894 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (194/127). NGC Census: (137/164). Mintage: 2,632. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $300. (#3892)(Registry values: N491)

7348

1894 5C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (111/53). PCGS Population (110/17). Mintage: 2,632. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $565. (#3892)(Registry values: N991)

7349

1900 5C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (56/389). NGC Census: (36/337). Mintage: 2,262. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $195. (#3898)(Registry values: N491)

7350

1900 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (66/27). PCGS Population (63/14). Mintage: 2,262. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $735. (#3898)(Registry values: N991)

7351

1909 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (46/11). NGC Census: (42/34). (#83907)(Registry values: N1793)

7352

1909 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (46/11). NGC Census: (41/33). (#83907)(Registry values: N1793)

Buffalo Nickels

7353

1913 5C Type One MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1134/275). PCGS Population (1572/396). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $210. (#3915)(Registry values: N491)

7354

1913 5C Type One MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (382/12). NGC Census: (263/12). Mintage: 30,993,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $840. (#3915)(Registry values: N991)

7355

1913-D 5C Type One MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (677/346). NGC Census: (466/178). Mintage: 5,337,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $250. (#3916)(Registry values: N491)

7356

1913-D 5C Type One MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (164/15). PCGS Population (303/47). Mintage: 5,337,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $430. (#3916)(Registry values: N991)

7357

1913-D 5C Type Two MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (209/92). PCGS Population (291/186). Mintage: 4,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $530. (#3922)(Registry values: N991)

7358

1913-D 5C Type Two MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (209/92). PCGS Population (291/186). Mintage: 4,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $530. (#3922)(Registry values: N991)

7359

1913-S 5C Type Two AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (114/1122). NGC Census: (50/798). Mintage: 1,209,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $560. (#3923)(Registry values: N491)

7360

1914-S 5C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (185/668). PCGS Population (122/912). Mintage: 3,470,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $240. (#3926)(Registry values: N491)

7361

1915 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (231/36). NGC Census: (77/9). Mintage: 20,987,270. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $500. (#3927)(Registry values: N991)

7362

1915-D 5C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (124/359). PCGS Population (76/593). Mintage: 7,569,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $225. (#3928)(Registry values: N491)

7363

1915-D 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (175/67). PCGS Population (222/154). Mintage: 7,569,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#3928)(Registry values: N991)

7364

1915-S 5C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (3/443). PCGS Population (17/655). Mintage: 1,505,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $342. (#3929)(Registry values: N491)

7365

1915-S 5C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (43/370). PCGS Population (83/540). Mintage: 1,505,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $485. (#3929)(Registry values: N491)

7366

1917 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (119/48). PCGS Population (261/146). Mintage: 51,424,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $435. (#3934)(Registry values: N991)

7367

1917 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (261/146). NGC Census: (119/47). Mintage: 51,424,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $435. (#3934)(Registry values: N991)

7368

1917 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (135/12). NGC Census: (38/7). Mintage: 51,424,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $850. (#3934)(Registry values: N991)

7369

1917-D 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (23/448). PCGS Population (6/689). Mintage: 9,910,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $360. (#3935)(Registry values: N491)

7370

1919 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (358/135). NGC Census: (167/46). Mintage: 60,868,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $390. (#3941)(Registry values: N991)

7371

1919 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (127/8). NGC Census: (38/8). Mintage: 60,868,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,025. (#3941)(Registry values: N1793)

7372

1921-S 5C VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (48/362). PCGS Population (38/583). Mintage: 1,557,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $484. (#3948)(Registry values: N991)

7373

1921-S 5C --Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (13/238). PCGS Population (7/401). Mintage: 1,557,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $885. (#3948)(Registry values: N1793)

7374

1923-S 5C --Reverse Fields Repaired--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/611). PCGS Population (4/729). Mintage: 6,142,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $442. (#3950)(Registry values: N991)

7375

1923-S 5C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (168/312). PCGS Population (223/402). Mintage: 6,142,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $700. (#3950)(Registry values: N991)

7376

1924 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (361/275). NGC Census: (226/127). Mintage: 21,620,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $310. (#3951)(Registry values: N491)

7377

1924-S 5C VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (69/369). PCGS Population (75/517). Mintage: 1,437,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $350. (#3953)(Registry values: N1)

7378

1925 5C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (186/73). PCGS Population (432/166). Mintage: 35,565,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $350. (#3954)(Registry values: N991)

7379

1926 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (324/24). NGC Census: (155/16). Mintage: 44,693,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#3957)(Registry values: N491)

7380

1926 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (324/24). NGC Census: (155/16). Mintage: 44,693,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#3957)(Registry values: N491)

7381

1926 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (327/24). NGC Census: (155/16). Mintage: 44,693,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#3957)(Registry values: N491)

7382

1926-D 5C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (188/656). NGC Census: (136/332). Mintage: 5,638,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $320. (#3958)(Registry values: N491)

7383

1927 5C MS66 ANACS. NGC Census: (82/11). PCGS Population (260/5). Mintage: 37,981,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#3960)(Registry values: N991)

7384

1927-D 5C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (98/433). PCGS Population (53/733). Mintage: 5,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $185. (#3961)(Registry values: N491)

7385

1927-D 5C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (218/32). PCGS Population (369/52). Mintage: 5,730,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $560. (#3961)(Registry values: N991)

7386

1927-S 5C MS60 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/503). NGC Census: (0/320). Mintage: 3,430,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $500. (#3962)(Registry values: N991)

7387

1929-S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (160/5). NGC Census: (51/5). Mintage: 7,754,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $660. (#3968)(Registry values: N1793)

7388

1934 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (81/11). PCGS Population (163/19). Mintage: 20,213,004. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $400. (#3972)(Registry values: N991)

7389

1934-D 5C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (843/355). NGC Census: (586/104). Mintage: 7,480,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $185. (#3973)(Registry values: N491)

7390

1934-D 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (313/42). NGC Census: (94/10). Mintage: 7,480,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $510. (#3973)(Registry values: N991)

7391

1935-D 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (405/136). NGC Census: (261/38). Mintage: 12,092,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $315. (#3975)(Registry values: N991)

7392

1935-D 5C MS65 ANACS. NGC Census: (261/38). PCGS Population (405/136). Mintage: 12,092,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $315. (#3975)(Registry values: N991)

7393

1937-D 5C Three-Legged--Cleaned--PCGS Genuine. Mintage: 17,826,000. (#3982)

7394

1937-D 5C Three-Legged--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Good Details. NGC Census: (2/4540). PCGS Population (2/5222). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $420. (#3982)(Registry values: N1)

7395

1937-D 5C Three-Legged F12 NGC. NGC Census: (51/4445). PCGS Population (79/5072). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $700. (#3982)(Registry values: N1)

7396

1937-D 5C Three-Legged--Corroded--ANACS. XF Details Net VF20. NGC Census: (91/4289). PCGS Population (160/4759). Mintage: 17,826,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $795. (#3982)(Registry values: N991)

7397

1937-S 5C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (61/2). PCGS Population (95/0). Mintage: 5,635,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $785. (#3983)(Registry values: N1793)

7398

1938-D 5C MS67 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (1627/15). PCGS Population (1346/8). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $190. (#3984)(Registry values: N491)

7399

1938-D 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (1363/8). NGC Census: (1629/15). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $190. (#3984)(Registry values: N491)

7400

1938-D/S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1412/159). NGC Census: (754/82). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#3985)(Registry values: N491)

7401

1938-D/S 5C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1412/159). NGC Census: (754/82). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#3985)(Registry values: N491)

7402

1938-D/S 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (159/0). NGC Census: (80/3). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $935. (#3985)(Registry values: N1793)

7403

1938-D/S 5C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (159/0). NGC Census: (80/3). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $935. (#3985)(Registry values: N1793)

7404

1938-D/S 5C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (159/0). NGC Census: (79/3). Mintage: 7,020,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $935. (#3985)(Registry values: N1793)

Jefferson Nickels

7405

1943-S 5C MS67 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population (53/0). NGC Census: (17/0). (#84021)(Registry values: N208)

Proof Jefferson Nickels

7406

1942-P 5C Type Two PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (329/20). PCGS Population (306/12). Mintage: 27,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $210. (#4180)(Registry values: N208)

Bust Half Dimes

7407

1831 H10C MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (114/238). PCGS Population (85/175). Mintage: 1,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $775. (#4278)(Registry values: N991)

7408

1832 H10C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (107/562). PCGS Population (91/395). Mintage: 965,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $275. (#4279)(Registry values: N491)

Seated Half Dimes

7409

1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (132/244). NGC Census: (125/456). Mintage: 1,405,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $800. (#4311)(Registry values: N991)

7410

1838-O H10C No Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/29). PCGS Population (1/36). Mintage: 70,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $625. (#4314)(Registry values: N991)

7411

1838 H10C Large Stars, No Drapery AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (18/545). PCGS Population (36/369). Mintage: 2,225,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $155. (#4317)(Registry values: N491)

7412

1839-O H10C No Drapery AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/29). NGC Census: (8/44). Mintage: 1,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $225. (#4320)(Registry values: N491)

7413

1840 H10C No Drapery AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (4/212). PCGS Population (8/191). Mintage: 1,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $150. (#4321)(Registry values: N491)

7414

1845 H10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (28/5). PCGS Population (15/16). Mintage: 1,564,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,000. (#4335)(Registry values: N1793)

7415

1847 H10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (30/32). NGC Census: (38/30). Mintage: 1,274,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $600. (#4337)(Registry values: N991)

7416

1852 H10C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (20/107). PCGS Population (17/94). Mintage: 1,000,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $175. (#4349)(Registry values: N491)

7417

1852 H10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (41/30). NGC Census: (35/42). Mintage: 1,000,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#4349)(Registry values: N991)

7418

1852-O H10C --Obverse Improperly Cleaned--AU50 NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (3/29). PCGS Population (0/27). Mintage: 260,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $400. (#4350)(Registry values: N991)

7419

1853 H10C No Arrows XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/82). NGC Census: (2/115). Mintage: 135,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $216. (#4351)(Registry values: N491)

7420

1853-O H10C Arrows MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/31). NGC Census: (6/34). Mintage: 2,200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $500. (#4357)(Registry values: N991)

7421

1855-O H10C Arrows AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/37). NGC Census: (7/45). Mintage: 600,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#4361)(Registry values: N491)

7422

1856 H10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (86/21). NGC Census: (94/102). Mintage: 4,880,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#4363)(Registry values: N991)

7423

1856 H10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (86/21). NGC Census: (94/102). Mintage: 4,880,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#4363)(Registry values: N991)

7424

1861 H10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (124/88). PCGS Population (99/58). Mintage: 3,361,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $350. (#4379)(Registry values: N991)

7425

1866-S H10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/17). NGC Census: (9/29). Mintage: 120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $735. (#4389)(Registry values: N991)

7426

1868-S H10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (31/24). PCGS Population (13/12). Mintage: 280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $835. (#4393)(Registry values: N1793)

7427

1872-S H10C Mintmark Above Bow MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (23/15). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $900. (#4402)(Registry values: P1)

Proof Seated Half Dimes

7428

1868 H10C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population (49/31). NGC Census: (50/43). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $650. (#4451)(Registry values: P1)

Early Dimes

7429

1798 10C Large 8--Scratched--NCS. VG Details. JR-4. NGC Census: (1/53). PCGS Population (0/60). Mintage: 27,550. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $700. (#4466)(Registry values: P6)

7430

1800 10C --Scratched--NCS. VG Details. JR-2. NGC Census: (0/41). PCGS Population (1/56). Mintage: 21,760. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $850. (#4470)(Registry values: P6)

7431

1801 10C --Environmental Damage--NCS. AG Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (3/25). PCGS Population (2/45). Mintage: 34,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $336. (#4471)(Registry values: P7)

7432

1801 10C --Damaged--NCS. AG Details. JR-2. NGC Census: (3/25). PCGS Population (2/45). Mintage: 34,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $336. (#4471)(Registry values: P7)

7433

1805 10C 4 Berries--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. JR-2. NGC Census: (5/223). PCGS Population (8/279). Mintage: 120,780. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $740. (#4477)(Registry values: P5)

7434

1807 10C AG3 NGC. JR-1. NGC Census: (8/199). PCGS Population (10/307). Mintage: 165,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $305. (#4480)(Registry values: P5)

Bust Dimes

7435

1809 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (1/28). PCGS Population (4/35). Mintage: 51,065. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $575. (#4486)(Registry values: N991)

7436

1811/09 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (1/43). PCGS Population (6/53). Mintage: 65,180. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $300. (#4487)(Registry values: N491)

7437

1814 10C Small Date--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (0/41). PCGS Population (1/23). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $125. (#4489)(Registry values: N208)

7438

1814 10C STATESOF--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. JR-5. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/5). (#4490)(Registry values: P2)

7439

1820 10C Small 0 G4 NGC. JR-2. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/14). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $34. (#4493)(Registry values: P2)

7440

1820 10C STATESOF--Scratched--NCS. Fine Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/16). (#4494)(Registry values: P2)

7441

1821 10C Small Date XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/28). NGC Census: (1/35). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#94496)(Registry values: N991)

7442

1822 10C --Whizzed--NCS. VG Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (3/23). PCGS Population (7/32). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $1,075. (#4497)(Registry values: N991)

7443

1824/2 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Good Details. JR-1. NGC Census: (1/46). PCGS Population (1/45). Mintage: 100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $30. (#4502)(Registry values: N69)

7444

1828 10C Large Date--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. JR-2. NGC Census: (0/21). PCGS Population (1/23). Mintage: 125,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $185. (#4506)(Registry values: N208)

7445

1831 10C AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (4/219). PCGS Population (19/176). Mintage: 771,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $320. (#4520)(Registry values: N991)

7446

1833 10C XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (4/228). PCGS Population (37/179). Mintage: 485,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $245. (#4522)(Registry values: N491)

7447

1833 10C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/100). NGC Census: (41/155). Mintage: 485,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $450. (#4522)(Registry values: N991)

7448

1834 10C Small 4 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (8/203). PCGS Population (2/133). Mintage: 635,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $350. (#4525)(Registry values: N991)

7449

1835 10C XF40 ANACS. NGC Census: (11/383). PCGS Population (29/329). Mintage: 1,410,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $220. (#4527)(Registry values: N491)

7450

1835 10C AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (9/341). PCGS Population (13/235). Mintage: 1,410,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $320. (#4527)(Registry values: N991)

7451

1836 10C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (4/159). PCGS Population (9/133). Mintage: 1,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $288. (#4528)(Registry values: N991)

7452

1837 10C XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (5/108). PCGS Population (5/102). Mintage: 359,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $225. (#4529)(Registry values: N491)

7453

1837 10C MS61 NGC. JR-2. NGC Census: (11/71). PCGS Population (3/42). Mintage: 359,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $675. (#4529)(Registry values: N991)

Seated Dimes

7454

1837 10C No Stars, Large Date--Cleaned, Scratched--ANACS. XF Details Net VF20. NGC Census: (0/317). PCGS Population (6/336). Mintage: 682,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $225. (#4561)(Registry values: N491)

7455

1837 10C No Stars, Small Date AU58 NGC. Mintage: 682,500. (#4562)(Registry values: P5)

7456

1838-O 10C No Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (1/124). PCGS Population (8/140). Mintage: 406,034. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $360. (#4564)(Registry values: N991)

7457

1838-O 10C No Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (15/90). PCGS Population (18/94). Mintage: 406,034. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $635. (#4564)(Registry values: N991)

7458

1838-O 10C No Stars--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/69). PCGS Population (11/66). Mintage: 406,034. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $975. (#4564)(Registry values: N1793)

7459

7460

7461

1838-O 10C No Stars--Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (21/31). PCGS Population (18/36). Mintage: 406,034. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,850. (#4564)(Registry values: N1793)

7462

1838 10C Large Stars MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (23/149). NGC Census: (31/185). Mintage: 1,992,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $450. (#4568)(Registry values: N991)

7463

1839 10C No Drapery--Damaged--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/184). PCGS Population (3/143). Mintage: 1,053,115. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $95. (#4571)(Registry values: N208)

7464

1844 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (5/39). PCGS Population (14/119). Mintage: 72,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $425. (#4585)(Registry values: N991)

7465

1853 10C No Arrows--Obverse Planchet Flaw--VG8 NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (0/88). PCGS Population (2/88). Mintage: 95,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $85. (#4599)(Registry values: N208)

7466

1853 10C Arrows MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (135/132). NGC Census: (158/122). Mintage: 12,078,010. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $825. (#4603)(Registry values: N1793)

7467

1853-O 10C Arrows AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (1/22). PCGS Population (2/19). Mintage: 1,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $310. (#4604)(Registry values: N491)

7468

1853-O 10C Arrows AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (5/17). PCGS Population (6/13). Mintage: 1,100,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $365. (#4604)(Registry values: N491)

7469

1857 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (44/21). NGC Census: (84/47). Mintage: 5,580,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $700. (#4614)(Registry values: N1793)

7470

1857 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/20). NGC Census: (85/48). Mintage: 5,580,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $700. (#4614)(Registry values: N1793)

7471

1858-S 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (0/18). PCGS Population (0/43). Mintage: 60,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $165. (#4618)(Registry values: N491)

7472

1859-S 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/12). PCGS Population (3/31). Mintage: 60,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $280. (#4621)(Registry values: N491)

7473

1860-S 10C XF45 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/22). PCGS Population (2/26). Mintage: 140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $437. (#4622)(Registry values: N491)

7474

1860-O 10C --Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VG Details. NGC Census: (1/30). PCGS Population (6/49). Mintage: 40,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $480. (#4632)(Registry values: N991)

7475

1861-S 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (1/19). PCGS Population (0/26). Mintage: 172,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $125. (#4634)(Registry values: N208)

7476

1863-S 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (1/19). PCGS Population (2/13). Mintage: 157,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $500. (#4638)(Registry values: N991)

7477

1864 10C --Improperly Cleaned, Scratched--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/37). PCGS Population (1/46). Mintage: 11,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $350. (#4639)(Registry values: N991)

7478

1865 10C --Reverse Damage--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/49). PCGS Population (1/28). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $530. (#4641)(Registry values: N991)

7479

1865 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/47). PCGS Population (0/28). Mintage: 10,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $635. (#4641)(Registry values: N991)

7480

1866-S 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/21). PCGS Population (0/24). Mintage: 135,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $90. (#4644)(Registry values: N208)

7481

1867 10C --Polished--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/40). PCGS Population (0/40). Mintage: 6,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,025. (#4645)(Registry values: N1793)

7482

1870-S 10C F12 NGC. NGC Census: (1/23). PCGS Population (3/39). Mintage: 50,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $475. (#4652)(Registry values: N991)

7483

1873-S 10C Arrows AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/37). NGC Census: (5/35). Mintage: 455,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $615. (#4667)(Registry values: N991)

7484

1874 10C Arrows MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (37/101). NGC Census: (26/84). Mintage: 2,940,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $850. (#4668)(Registry values: N1793)

7485

1877-CC 10C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (20/255). PCGS Population (48/197). Mintage: 7,700,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $240. (#4683)(Registry values: N491)

7486

1878-CC 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (2/47). PCGS Population (4/52). Mintage: 200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $250. (#4686)(Registry values: N991)

7487

1879 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (0/149). PCGS Population (2/232). Mintage: 14,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $340. (#4687)(Registry values: N991)

7488

1880 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (1/126). PCGS Population (1/130). Mintage: 36,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $250. (#4688)(Registry values: N491)

7489

1880 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (33/52). NGC Census: (25/70). Mintage: 36,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $725. (#4688)(Registry values: N991)

7490

1881 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. NGC Census: (0/64). PCGS Population (0/74). Mintage: 24,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $209. (#4689)(Registry values: N491)

7491

1881 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/5). NGC Census: (12/9). Mintage: 24,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,100. (#4689)(Registry values: N1793)

7492

1883 10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (91/239). NGC Census: (61/239). Mintage: 7,674,673. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $200. (#4691)(Registry values: N491)

7493

1884 10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (86/129). PCGS Population (73/101). Mintage: 3,365,505. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#4692)(Registry values: N991)

7494

1887 10C MS62 ANACS. NGC Census: (59/328). PCGS Population (68/344). Mintage: 11,283,229. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $150. (#4698)(Registry values: N491)

7495

1887 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (81/23). NGC Census: (55/51). Mintage: 11,283,229. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $725. (#4698)(Registry values: N1793)

7496

1891 10C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (57/19). PCGS Population (50/6). Mintage: 15,310,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $1,125. (#4706)(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Seated Dimes

7497

1866 10C PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (9/3). PCGS Population (3/0). (#84759)(Registry values: N1793)

7498

1876 10C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (48/56). NGC Census: (24/61). Mintage: 1,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $525. (#4773)(Registry values: N991)

7499

1876 10C PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (36/25). PCGS Population (37/20). Mintage: 1,150. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $725. (#4773)(Registry values: N991)

7500

1877 10C --Cleaned--ANACS. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (2/89). PCGS Population (4/131). Mintage: 510. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $230. (#4774)(Registry values: N491)

7501

1879 10C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (61/185). NGC Census: (22/191). Mintage: 1,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $375. (#4776)(Registry values: N991)

Barber Dimes

7502

1892 10C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (317/223). PCGS Population (293/186). Mintage: 12,121,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#4796)(Registry values: N491)

7503

1892 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (116/68). NGC Census: (128/94). Mintage: 12,121,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $535. (#4796)(Registry values: N991)

7504

1893/2 10C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/19). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $475. (#4799)(Registry values: P5)

7505

1894 10C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (19/115). NGC Census: (8/106). Mintage: 1,330,972. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $221. (#4803)(Registry values: N491)

7506

1895-S 10C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (15/75). NGC Census: (14/70). Mintage: 1,120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $375. (#4808)(Registry values: N491)

7507

1895-S 10C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (17/44). PCGS Population (18/53). Mintage: 1,120,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $685. (#4808)(Registry values: N991)

7508

1898-O 10C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (5/48). NGC Census: (4/43). Mintage: 2,130,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $300. (#4816)(Registry values: N491)

7509

1898-O 10C MS63 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (13/23). PCGS Population (15/26). Mintage: 2,130,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $1,025. (#4816)(Registry values: N1793)

7510

1901 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (77/46). NGC Census: (73/35). Mintage: 18,860,478. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $240. (#4824)(Registry values: N491)

7511

1906-S 10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (14/63). NGC Census: (9/50). Mintage: 3,136,640. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $400. (#4841)(Registry values: N991)

7512

1907-S 10C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (21/70). NGC Census: (10/49). Mintage: 3,178,470. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $160. (#4845)(Registry values: N208)

7513

1909 10C MS64 ICG. NGC Census: (72/36). PCGS Population (80/47). Mintage: 10,240,650. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $250. (#4850)(Registry values: N491)

7514

1910 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (58/33). PCGS Population (64/30). Mintage: 11,520,551. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $535. (#4854)(Registry values: N991)

7515

1911 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (70/14). NGC Census: (46/12). Mintage: 18,870,544. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $850. (#4857)(Registry values: N1793)

7516

1912-D 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/16). NGC Census: (25/6). Mintage: 11,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $735. (#4861)(Registry values: N991)

7517

1913 10C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (208/109). NGC Census: (193/91). Mintage: 19,760,622. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $225. (#4863)(Registry values: N491)

7518

1914 10C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (30/1). PCGS Population (51/5). Mintage: 17,360,656. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $875. (#4865)(Registry values: N1793)

7519

1915 10C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (81/159). NGC Census: (54/120). Mintage: 5,620,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $140. (#4868)(Registry values: N491)

7520

1916-S 10C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (25/12). NGC Census: (30/12). Mintage: 5,820,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $575. (#4871)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Barber Dimes

7521

1901 10C PR53 ICG. NGC Census: (0/203). PCGS Population (2/191). Mintage: 813. (#4885)(Registry values: N1)

7522

1903 10C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (26/165). NGC Census: (16/173). Mintage: 755. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $340. (#4887)(Registry values: N491)

7523

1904 10C PR64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (71/54). NGC Census: (56/79). Mintage: 670. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $685. (#4888)(Registry values: N991)

7524

1907 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (1/159). PCGS Population (2/165). Mintage: 575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $210. (#4891)(Registry values: N491)

Mercury Dimes

7525

1916 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (785/407). NGC Census: (591/426). Mintage: 22,180,080. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $130. (#4905)(Registry values: N208)

7526

1916-D 10C AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (715/860). PCGS Population (1248/2638). Mintage: 264,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $540. (#4906)(Registry values: N1)

7527

1916-D 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AG Details. NGC Census: (717/860). PCGS Population (1248/2638). Mintage: 264,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $540. (#4906)(Registry values: N1)

7528

1916-S 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (43/12). NGC Census: (51/8). Mintage: 10,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#4908)(Registry values: N491)

7529

1917-D 10C MS63 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: (43/82). PCGS Population (78/134). Mintage: 9,402,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $500. (#4913)(Registry values: N991)

7530

1917-S 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (164/174). NGC Census: (72/46). Mintage: 27,330,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $330. (#4915)(Registry values: N991)

7531

1919 10C MS65 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: (51/16). PCGS Population (118/52). Mintage: 35,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $560. (#4923)(Registry values: N991)

7532

1924 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (133/79). NGC Census: (82/59). Mintage: 24,010,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#4943)(Registry values: N991)

7533

1925-S 10C MS60 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/57). NGC Census: (1/61). Mintage: 5,850,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $155. (#4952)(Registry values: N491)

7534

1926-D 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (163/94). NGC Census: (85/42). Mintage: 6,828,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $500. (#4957)(Registry values: N991)

7535

1926-S 10C AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (11/117). PCGS Population (12/155). Mintage: 1,520,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $350. (#4958)(Registry values: N991)

7536

1929 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (178/50). NGC Census: (63/10). Mintage: 25,970,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $230. (#4973)(Registry values: N991)

7537

1931-D 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (304/183). NGC Census: (126/58). Mintage: 1,260,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $320. (#4985)(Registry values: N491)

7538

1931-D 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (142/42). NGC Census: (45/13). Mintage: 1,260,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $480. (#4985)(Registry values: N991)

7539

1939 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (87/5). NGC Census: (34/0). Mintage: 67,749,320. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $525. (#5017)(Registry values: N991)

7540

1939-D 10C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (224/5). PCGS Population (122/3). Mintage: 24,394,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $63. (#5018)(Registry values: N208)

7541

1941 10C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (536/2). PCGS Population (168/4). Mintage: 175,106,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $44. (#5028)(Registry values: N208)

7542

1941-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (257/5). NGC Census: (342/14). Mintage: 43,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $150. (#5033)(Registry values: N991)

7543

1942/1 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (45/907). PCGS Population (109/1340). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $550. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7544

1942/1 10C VF35 NGC. NGC Census: (96/674). PCGS Population (212/846). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $626. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7545

1942/1 10C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (125/549). PCGS Population (227/619). Mintage: 205,432,336. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $675. (#5036)(Registry values: N991)

7546

1942-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (438/17). NGC Census: (589/12). Mintage: 60,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $140. (#5039)(Registry values: N491)

7547

1943-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (560/22). NGC Census: (538/12). Mintage: 71,949,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $125. (#5047)(Registry values: N491)

7548

1944-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (1093/76). NGC Census: (1143/20). Mintage: 62,224,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#5053)(Registry values: N491)

7549

1944-D 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (1093/76). NGC Census: (1143/20). Mintage: 62,224,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $110. (#5053)(Registry values: N491)

7550

1945-S 10C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (361/3). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 41,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS68: $200. (#5060)(Registry values: N491)

7551

1945-S 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population (89/3). NGC Census: (87/23). Mintage: 41,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $550. (#5061)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Mercury Dimes

7552

1937 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (178/34). PCGS Population (178/21). Mintage: 5,756. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $840. (#5072)(Registry values: N991)

7553

1938 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (211/35). PCGS Population (155/6). Mintage: 8,728. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $735. (#5073)(Registry values: N991)

7554

1939 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (867/449). NGC Census: (751/480). Mintage: 9,321. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $260. (#5074)(Registry values: N491)

7555

1939 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (414/66). PCGS Population (418/31). Mintage: 9,321. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $440. (#5074)(Registry values: N991)

7556

1940 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (838/297). NGC Census: (814/361). Mintage: 11,827. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $215. (#5075)(Registry values: N491)

7557

1940 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (319/41). PCGS Population (279/18). Mintage: 11,827. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $360. (#5075)(Registry values: N991)

7558

1940 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (320/41). PCGS Population (279/18). Mintage: 11,827. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $360. (#5075)(Registry values: N991)

7559

1941 10C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (992/283). NGC Census: (925/404). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $195. (#5076)(Registry values: N491)

7560

1941 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (354/50). PCGS Population (266/15). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $350. (#5076)(Registry values: N991)

7561

1941 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (354/50). PCGS Population (268/15). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $350. (#5076)(Registry values: N991)

7562

1941 10C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (354/50). PCGS Population (268/15). Mintage: 16,557. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $350. (#5076)(Registry values: N991)

7563

1942 10C PR64 PCGS. "Gold" CAC. PCGS Population (1141/3705). NGC Census: (459/3098). Mintage: 22,329. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR64: $150. (#5077)(Registry values: N491)

Twenty Cent Pieces

7564

1875 20C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (4/182). PCGS Population (4/188). Mintage: 36,900. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $665. (#5296)(Registry values: N991)

7565

1875-CC 20C VG10 ANACS. NGC Census: (13/445). PCGS Population (46/715). Mintage: 133,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG10: $358. (#5297)(Registry values: N1)

7566

1875-CC 20C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (18/628). NGC Census: (7/417). Mintage: 133,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $500. (#5297)(Registry values: N491)

7567

1875-CC 20C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (7/421). PCGS Population (19/633). Mintage: 133,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $500. (#5297)(Registry values: N491)

7568

1875-CC 20C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (9/386). PCGS Population (36/515). Mintage: 133,290. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $600. (#5297)(Registry values: N491)

7569

1875-S 20C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (77/1730). NGC Census: (48/1597). Mintage: 1,155,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $335. (#5298)(Registry values: N491)

7570

1875-S 20C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (100/1493). PCGS Population (154/1575). Mintage: 1,155,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#5298)(Registry values: N491)

7571

1875-S 20C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (100/1495). PCGS Population (154/1573). Mintage: 1,155,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $400. (#5298)(Registry values: N491)

7572

1876 20C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (11/305). PCGS Population (35/342). Mintage: 14,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $460. (#5299)(Registry values: N991)

7573

1876 20C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (51/271). NGC Census: (21/275). Mintage: 14,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $610. (#5299)(Registry values: N991)

Early Quarters

7574

1805 25C --Reverse Repaired--ICG. Fine 12 Details. B-4. NGC Census: (20/139). PCGS Population (34/210). Mintage: 121,394. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $890. (#5313)(Registry values: P5)

Bust Quarters

7575

1818 25C F12 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (29/362). NGC Census: (15/346). Mintage: 361,174. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $175. (#5322)(Registry values: P2)

7576

1818 25C --Corroded--ICG. AU50 Details. B-8. NGC Census: (10/212). PCGS Population (15/166). Mintage: 361,174. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,550. (#5322)(Registry values: P2)

7577

1820 25C Small 0 XF40 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (10/65). PCGS Population (5/41). Mintage: 127,444. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $1,425. (#5328)(Registry values: P3)

7578

1821 25C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (12/130). NGC Census: (8/144). Mintage: 216,851. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $770. (#5331)(Registry values: P2)

7579

1824/2 25C G6 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/80). NGC Census: (2/45). Mintage: 24,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $646. (#5335)(Registry values: P4)

7580

1828 25C 25/50C VG8 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/27). NGC Census: (1/11). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $300. (#5343)(Registry values: P5)

7581

1833 25C XF45 NGC. B-1. NGC Census: (26/83). PCGS Population (14/65). Mintage: 156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $460. (#5352)(Registry values: P3)

7582

1838 25C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (26/123). NGC Census: (13/140). Mintage: 366,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $325. (#5357)(Registry values: P2)

Seated Quarters

7583

1838 25C No Drapery XF45 ANACS. NGC Census: (12/114). PCGS Population (17/101). Mintage: 466,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $403. (#5391)(Registry values: P5)

7584

1843-O 25C --Scratched--ANACS. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (2/23). PCGS Population (3/11). Mintage: 968,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $720. (#5405)(Registry values: P5)

7585

1848 25C --Repunched Date--AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (1/17). PCGS Population (1/15). Mintage: 146,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $510. (#5412)(Registry values: P5)

7586

1849 25C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/38). NGC Census: (2/51). Mintage: 340,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $275. (#5413)(Registry values: P3)

7587

1853 25C Arrows and Rays AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (110/356). PCGS Population (80/320). Mintage: 15,210,020. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $500. (#5426)(Registry values: P5)

7588

1853/4 25C Arrows and Rays AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (3/16). PCGS Population (4/20). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $625. (#5427)(Registry values: P6)

7589

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (6/51). PCGS Population (13/57). Mintage: 1,322,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $250. (#5428)(Registry values: P6)

7590

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (6/50). PCGS Population (13/57). Mintage: 1,322,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $250. (#5428)(Registry values: P6)

7591

7592

1853-O 25C Arrows and Rays--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (6/33). PCGS Population (16/30). Mintage: 1,322,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $845. (#5428)(Registry values: P6)

7593

1854 25C Arrows XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (20/402). NGC Census: (8/399). Mintage: 12,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $75. (#5432)(Registry values: P4)

7594

1854 25C Arrows XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (30/370). PCGS Population (33/368). Mintage: 12,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $119. (#5432)(Registry values: P4)

7595

1854 25C Arrows MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (40/137). NGC Census: (45/142). Mintage: 12,380,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $600. (#5432)(Registry values: P4)

7596

1855 25C Arrows MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (12/31). PCGS Population (14/40). Mintage: 2,857,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $735. (#5435)(Registry values: P4)

7597

1855-O 25C Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. 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)

7598

1857 25C AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (8/328). PCGS Population (12/263). Mintage: 9,644,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $155. (#5442)(Registry values: P2)

7599

1857-S 25C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (4/14). NGC Census: (3/27). Mintage: 82,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $609. (#5444)(Registry values: P7)

7600

1858 25C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (28/186). NGC Census: (16/161). Mintage: 7,368,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $360. (#5445)(Registry values: P2)

7601

1860-S 25C G6 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/22). NGC Census: (1/9). Mintage: 56,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G6 : $461. (#5453)(Registry values: P8)

7602

1861 25C XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (2/438). PCGS Population (9/472). Mintage: 4,854,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $68. (#5454)(Registry values: P2)

7603

1861 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (90/43). PCGS Population (88/46). Mintage: 4,854,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $1,075. (#5454)(Registry values: P2)

7604

1861-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/13). PCGS Population (3/20). Mintage: 96,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $275. (#5455)(Registry values: P7)

7605

1862-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--XF40 NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (2/26). PCGS Population (2/26). Mintage: 67,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $665. (#5457)(Registry values: P6)

7606

1869 25C VF35 ANACS. NGC Census: (2/13). PCGS Population (2/15). Mintage: 16,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $536. (#5474)(Registry values: P6)

7607

1869-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (0/18). PCGS Population (2/34). Mintage: 76,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $365. (#5475)(Registry values: P7)

7608

1873-S 25C Arrows VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (5/31). PCGS Population (3/36). Mintage: 156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $215. (#5493)(Registry values: P5)

7609

1873-S 25C Arrows--Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details Net XF40. NGC Census: (3/29). PCGS Population (7/24). Mintage: 156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $275. (#5493)(Registry values: P5)

7610

1873-S 25C Arrows AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/17). NGC Census: (3/25). Mintage: 156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $450. (#5493)(Registry values: P5)

7611

1873-S 25C Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (3/23). PCGS Population (3/17). Mintage: 156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $450. (#5493)(Registry values: P5)

7612

1874-S 25C Arrows AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (2/107). PCGS Population (2/184). Mintage: 392,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $525. (#5495)(Registry values: P3)

7613

1875-CC 25C --Cleaned, Corroded--ANACS. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (4/30). PCGS Population (3/27). Mintage: 140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $767. (#5499)(Registry values: P4)

7614

1876-CC 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. UNC Details. NGC Census: (3/136). PCGS Population (3/140). Mintage: 4,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $400. (#5502)(Registry values: P3)

7615

1876-S 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (61/23). NGC Census: (62/27). Mintage: 8,596,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $675. (#5503)(Registry values: P2)

7616

1878 25C AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (13/63). PCGS Population (8/81). Mintage: 2,260,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $195. (#5508)(Registry values: P2)

7617

1888-S 25C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (16/60). PCGS Population (9/50). Mintage: 1,216,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $475. (#5521)(Registry values: P3)

Proof Seated Quarters

7618

1861 25C PR62 PCGS. Ex:Eliasberg. PCGS Population (21/70). NGC Census: (12/65). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR62: $670. (#5557)(Registry values: P4)

7619

1868 25C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (42/43). NGC Census: (37/52). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $750. (#5567)(Registry values: P2)

7620

1870 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. Proof. NGC Census: (2/99). PCGS Population (7/132). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $467. (#5569)(Registry values: P2)

7621

1889 25C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (33/80). NGC Census: (20/103). Mintage: 711. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $725. (#5590)(Registry values: P1)

Barber Quarters

7622

1892 25C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (250/844). NGC Census: (170/828). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $225. (#5601)(Registry values: N491)

7623

1892 25C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (250/842). NGC Census: (170/831). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $225. (#5601)(Registry values: N491)

7624

1892 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (292/224). NGC Census: (329/254). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#5601)(Registry values: N991)

7625

1892 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (292/224). NGC Census: (329/254). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#5601)(Registry values: N991)

7626

1892 25C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (112/112). NGC Census: (150/104). Mintage: 8,237,245. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,050. (#5601)(Registry values: N1793)

7627

1892-O 25C Type 1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (46/179). PCGS Population (60/196). Mintage: 2,640,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $280. (#5602)(Registry values: N991)

7628

1892-S 25C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (3/78). PCGS Population (11/91). Mintage: 964,079. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $325. (#5603)(Registry values: N991)

7629

1894 25C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (2/133). PCGS Population (12/135). Mintage: 3,432,972. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $125. (#5607)(Registry values: N491)

7630

1896-S 25C AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (42/173). PCGS Population (65/466). Mintage: 188,039. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $511. (#5615)(Registry values: N1)

7631

1908-D 25C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (19/172). NGC Census: (19/129). Mintage: 5,788,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $150. (#5650)(Registry values: N491)

7632

1909 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (108/81). NGC Census: (109/46). Mintage: 9,268,650. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#5653)(Registry values: N991)

7633

1909-S 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/63). NGC Census: (12/50). Mintage: 1,348,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $630. (#5656)(Registry values: N1793)

7634

1913-S 25C AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (54/166). PCGS Population (105/572). Mintage: 40,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AG3 : $764. (#5666)(Registry values: N1)

7635

1914 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (156/86). NGC Census: (145/67). Mintage: 6,244,610. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $430. (#5667)(Registry values: N991)

7636

1914-S 25C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (9/89). NGC Census: (2/57). Mintage: 264,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $310. (#5669)(Registry values: N491)

7637

1915 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (55/10). PCGS Population (77/14). Mintage: 3,480,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $1,025. (#5670)(Registry values: N1793)

7638

1916-D 25C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (41/955). PCGS Population (47/1424). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $180. (#5674)(Registry values: N491)

7639

1916-D 25C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (133/822). PCGS Population (217/1207). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $200. (#5674)(Registry values: N491)

7640

1916-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (160/60). PCGS Population (294/103). Mintage: 6,540,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $975. (#5674)(Registry values: N1793)

Proof Barber Quarters

7641

1894 25C PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (8/238). NGC Census: (3/252). Mintage: 972. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR61: $355. (#5680)(Registry values: N991)

Standing Liberty Quarters

7642

1917 25C Type One AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (87/1114). PCGS Population (259/1555). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $165. (#5706)(Registry values: N491)

7643

1917 25C Type One MS65 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (658/376). PCGS Population (916/413). Mintage: 8,740,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $945. (#5707)(Registry values: N1793)

7644

1917-D 25C Type One AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (113/471). NGC Census: (50/326). Mintage: 1,509,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $190. (#5708)(Registry values: N491)

7645

1917-D 25C Type One AU58 ICG. NGC Census: (50/325). PCGS Population (113/471). Mintage: 1,509,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $190. (#5708)(Registry values: N491)

7646

1917-D 25C Type One MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (163/90). NGC Census: (129/75). Mintage: 1,509,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#5708)(Registry values: N991)

7647

1917-D 25C Type One MS62 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (104/703). PCGS Population (102/1018). Mintage: 1,509,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $325. (#5709)(Registry values: N491)

7648

1917 25C Type Two MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (54/205). PCGS Population (112/271). Mintage: 13,880,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $195. (#5714)(Registry values: N491)

7649

1919-D 25C --Cleaned--NGC. XF40 Details. NGC Census: (18/214). PCGS Population (28/328). Mintage: 1,944,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $400. (#5730)(Registry values: N491)

7650

1919-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. NGC Census: (6/267). PCGS Population (10/439). Mintage: 1,836,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $235. (#5732)(Registry values: N491)

7651

1919-S 25C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (11/179). PCGS Population (27/259). Mintage: 1,836,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $475. (#5732)(Registry values: N991)

7652

1919-S 25C --Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (11/179). PCGS Population (27/259). Mintage: 1,836,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $475. (#5732)(Registry values: N991)

7653

1920 25C MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (161/562). PCGS Population (320/672). Mintage: 27,860,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $215. (#5734)(Registry values: N491)

7654

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)

7655

1924 25C MS64 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (95/95). NGC Census: (90/88). Mintage: 10,920,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#5747)(Registry values: N991)

7656

1924-D 25C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (45/1264). NGC Census: (24/1042). Mintage: 3,112,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $260. (#5748)(Registry values: N491)

7657

1924-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (394/291). PCGS Population (457/98). Mintage: 3,112,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $480. (#5748)(Registry values: N991)

7658

1924-D 25C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (248/43). PCGS Population (90/8). Mintage: 3,112,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $610. (#5748)(Registry values: N991)

7659

1926-D 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (865/245). PCGS Population (1268/186). Mintage: 1,716,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $225. (#5756)(Registry values: N491)

7660

1926-D 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1254/183). NGC Census: (859/246). Mintage: 1,716,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $250. (#5756)(Registry values: N491)

7661

1926-D 25C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (227/17). PCGS Population (176/10). Mintage: 1,716,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#5756)(Registry values: N991)

7662

1927 25C MS63 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (78/258). PCGS Population (138/356). Mintage: 11,912,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $300. (#5761)(Registry values: N491)

7663

1927 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. NGC Census: (66/33). PCGS Population (102/53). Mintage: 11,912,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $925. (#5761)(Registry values: N1793)

7664

1927-D 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (256/197). PCGS Population (445/256). Mintage: 976,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#5762)(Registry values: N491)

7665

1927-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (232/25). NGC Census: (172/25). Mintage: 976,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $500. (#5762)(Registry values: N991)

7666

1927-D 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (232/25). NGC Census: (172/25). Mintage: 976,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $500. (#5762)(Registry values: N991)

7667

1928-S 25C MS65 Full Head NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (108/118). PCGS Population (125/100). Mintage: 2,644,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $760. (#5771)(Registry values: N991)

7668

1929 25C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (85/571). NGC Census: (77/366). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $140. (#5772)(Registry values: N491)

7669

1929 25C MS66 ANACS. PCGS Population (25/2). NGC Census: (15/2). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $650. (#5772)(Registry values: N991)

7670

1929 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (268/91). NGC Census: (128/62). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $630. (#5773)(Registry values: N991)

7671

1929 25C MS65 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (269/91). NGC Census: (129/63). Mintage: 11,140,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $630. (#5773)(Registry values: N991)

7672

1929-S 25C MS63 Full Head PCGS. PCGS Population (98/475). NGC Census: (47/392). Mintage: 1,764,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $325. (#5777)(Registry values: N491)

7673

1930-S 25C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (57/286). PCGS Population (163/557). Mintage: 1,556,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $180. (#5780)(Registry values: N491)

Washington Quarters

7674

1932 25C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (434/140). NGC Census: (299/79). Mintage: 5,404,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $290. (#5790)(Registry values: N69)

7675

1932-D 25C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (121/2447). NGC Census: (74/1420). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $325. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

7676

1932-D 25C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (291/2051). NGC Census: (117/1226). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $410. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

7677

1932-D 25C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (359/866). PCGS Population (473/1573). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $625. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

7678

1932-D 25C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (473/1578). NGC Census: (359/868). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $625. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

7679

1932-D 25C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (359/867). PCGS Population (473/1578). Mintage: 436,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $625. (#5791)(Registry values: N1)

7680

1932-S 25C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (381/1581). PCGS Population (514/2421). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $280. (#5792)(Registry values: N1)

7681

1932-S 25C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. UNC Details. NGC Census: (10/1571). PCGS Population (28/2405). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $410. (#5792)(Registry values: N1)

7682

1932-S 25C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (867/1018). NGC Census: (460/559). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $690. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

7683

1932-S 25C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (460/559). PCGS Population (866/1016). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $690. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

7684

1932-S 25C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (499/59). PCGS Population (920/97). Mintage: 408,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $825. (#5792)(Registry values: N208)

7685

1934-D 25C Heavy Motto MS64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (116/49). NGC Census: (0/0). (#85796)

7686

1935 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (557/77). NGC Census: (559/119). Mintage: 32,484,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $105. (#5797)(Registry values: N14)

7687

1935-D 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (615/540). NGC Census: (291/331). Mintage: 5,780,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $315. (#5798)(Registry values: N69)

7688

1936-D 25C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (596/393). NGC Census: (284/200). Mintage: 5,374,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $720. (#5801)(Registry values: N208)

7689

1938 25C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (210/55). PCGS Population (203/26). Mintage: 9,480,045. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $290. (#5806)(Registry values: N69)

7690

1938-S 25C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (332/33). NGC Census: (220/39). Mintage: 2,832,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $260. (#5807)(Registry values: N69)

7691

1939-S 25C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (210/32). PCGS Population (266/19). Mintage: 2,628,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $345. (#5810)(Registry values: N208)

7692

1940-D 25C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (268/20). NGC Census: (240/39). Mintage: 2,797,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $310. (#5812)(Registry values: N69)

7693

1941 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (183/2). PCGS Population (74/1). Mintage: 79,047,288. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $340. (#5814)(Registry values: N208)

7694

1950-D 25C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (176/1). PCGS Population (37/0). Mintage: 21,075,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $320. (#5842)(Registry values: N208)

7695

1954 25C MS67 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (32/0). NGC Census: (159/2). Mintage: 54,400,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $240. (#5855)(Registry values: N208)

SMS Washington Quarters

7696

1967 25C SMS MS68 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (43/1). NGC Census: (66/0). (#85999)(Registry values: N69)

Proof Washington Quarters

7697

1942 25C PR68 ICG. NGC Census: (18/1). PCGS Population (5/0). Mintage: 21,123. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $3,500. (#5981)(Registry values: N991)

7698

1953 25C PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (184/15). PCGS Population (40/1). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $255. (#85985)(Registry values: N208)

7699

1954 25C PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (234/29). PCGS Population (58/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $140. (#85986)(Registry values: N208)

7700

1994-S 25C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (43/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $220. (#96033)(Registry values: N208)

Proof Statehood Quarters

7701

1999-S 25C Delaware Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (76/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $300. (#96042)(Registry values: P1)

7702

1999-S 25C Pennsylvania Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (95/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $185. (#96044)(Registry values: P1)

7703

1999-S 25C New Jersey Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (100/0). NGC Census: (727/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $140. (#913001)(Registry values: P1)

7704

1999-S 25C Georgia Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (65/0). NGC Census: (730/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $340. (#913004)(Registry values: N491)

7705

2000-S 25C Maryland Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (130/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $100. (#913009)(Registry values: P1)

7706

2000-S 25C Maryland Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (144/0). NGC Census: (1591/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $70. (#913010)(Registry values: N491)

7707

2000-S 25C New Hampshire Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (165/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $100. (#913013)(Registry values: P1)

7708

2001-S 25C New York Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (137/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $140. (#913017)(Registry values: P1)

7709

2001-S 25C New York Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (79/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $125. (#913018)(Registry values: P1)

7710

2001-S 25C North Carolina Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (125/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $100. (#913019)(Registry values: P1)

7711

2001-S 25C Rhode Island Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (93/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $110. (#913022)(Registry values: P1)

7712

2001-S 25C Vermont Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (175/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $85. (#913023)(Registry values: P1)

7713

2001-S 25C Vermont Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (133/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $75. (#913024)(Registry values: P1)

7714

2001-S 25C Kentucky Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (138/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $75. (#913025)(Registry values: P1)

7715

2001-S 25C Kentucky Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (107/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $110. (#913026)(Registry values: P1)

7716

2002-S 25C Tennessee Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (129/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $140. (#913027)(Registry values: P1)

7717

2002-S 25C Tennessee Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (120/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $120. (#913028)(Registry values: P1)

7718

2002-S 25C Ohio Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (111/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $70. (#913030)(Registry values: P1)

7719

2002-S 25C Louisiana Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (102/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $100. (#913032)(Registry values: P1)

7720

2002-S 25C Indiana Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (98/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $82. (#913034)(Registry values: P1)

7721

2002-S 25C Mississippi Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (147/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $55. (#913036)(Registry values: P1)

7722

2003-S 25C Illinois Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (172/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $105. (#913038)

7723

2004-S 25C Florida Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (223/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $70. (#913050)

7724

2004-S 25C Iowa Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (297/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $42. (#913054)

7725

2004-S 25C Wisconsin Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (291/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $45. (#913056)

Early Half Dollars

7726

1805 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Fine Details. O-110. NGC Census: (8/251). PCGS Population (22/302). Mintage: 211,722. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $350. (#6069)(Registry values: N491)

7727

1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars F12 NGC. O-105. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (6/73). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F12: $350. (#6074)

7728

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. VF Details. O-115. NGC Census: (57/780). PCGS Population (68/628). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $615. (#6071)(Registry values: N991)

7729

1806 50C Pointed 6, Stem VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (57/780). PCGS Population (68/628). Mintage: 839,576. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $615. (#6071)(Registry values: N991)

Bust Half Dollars

7730

1808 50C VF25 NGC. O-108. NGC Census: (8/356). PCGS Population (17/374). Mintage: 1,368,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $196. (#6090)(Registry values: N208)

7731

1808 50C --Reverse Scratched--ANACS. XF Details Net VF30. NGC Census: (16/341). PCGS Population (19/348). Mintage: 1,368,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $235. (#6090)(Registry values: N208)

7732

1809 50C Normal Edge--Rev Scratched--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (34/326). PCGS Population (39/292). Mintage: 1,405,810. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $290. (#6092)(Registry values: N491)

7733

1810 50C VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (29/404). NGC Census: (18/388). Mintage: 1,276,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $222. (#6095)(Registry values: N208)

7734

1810 50C XF40 NGC. O-101. NGC Census: (30/332). PCGS Population (56/308). Mintage: 1,276,276. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $300. (#6095)(Registry values: N491)

7735

1810 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. O-106A. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 1,276,276. (#6095)(Registry values: N991)

7736

1811 50C Large 8--Chopmarked--AU58 ICG. AU58 Details. O-110. NGC Census: (113/172). PCGS Population (43/98). Mintage: 1,203,644. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,025. (#6096)(Registry values: N991)

7737

1812/1 50C Small 8 VF25 ICG. O-102a. NGC Census: (2/85). PCGS Population (4/98). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $249. (#6101)(Registry values: N491)

7738

1813 50C 50C Over UNI AU50 ANACS. O-101. NGC Census: (4/32). PCGS Population (6/38). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $700. (#6104)(Registry values: N991)

7739

1814 50C XF40 ANACS. O-103. NGC Census: (20/347). PCGS Population (44/304). Mintage: 1,039,075. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $325. (#6105)(Registry values: N491)

7740

1814 50C E Over A XF45 NGC. O-108. (#6107)

7741

1821 50C XF45 ICG. O-101. NGC Census: (51/335). PCGS Population (58/325). Mintage: 1,305,797. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $268. (#6128)(Registry values: N208)

7742

1821 50C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (35/300). PCGS Population (48/278). Mintage: 1,305,797. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $430. (#6128)(Registry values: N991)

7743

1822 50C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (42/317). NGC Census: (25/326). Mintage: 1,559,573. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $450. (#6129)(Registry values: N491)

7744

1826 50C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (98/764). NGC Census: (91/1200). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $360. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

7745

1826 50C AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (151/1049). PCGS Population (187/577). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $395. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

7746

1826 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (289/761). PCGS Population (186/394). Mintage: 4,000,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $590. (#6143)(Registry values: N491)

7747

1827 50C Square Base 2 XF45 ANACS. O-147. NGC Census: (132/1438). PCGS Population (156/1046). Mintage: 5,493,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $195. (#6144)(Registry values: N491)

7748

1829 50C Small Letters AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (124/463). PCGS Population (156/372). Mintage: 3,712,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $375. (#6154)(Registry values: N491)

7749

1829 50C Small Letters AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (124/463). PCGS Population (156/372). Mintage: 3,712,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $375. (#6154)(Registry values: N491)

7750

1829 50C Small Letters AU58 NGC. O-116. Ex:Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (201/262). PCGS Population (158/214). Mintage: 3,712,156. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $600. (#6154)(Registry values: N491)

7751

1830 50C Small 0 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (84/669). NGC Census: (112/983). Mintage: 4,764,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $280. (#6156)(Registry values: N491)

7752

1831 50C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (177/644). NGC Census: (168/761). Mintage: 5,873,660. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $340. (#6159)(Registry values: N491)

7753

1832 50C Small Letters AU53 NGC. O-118. NGC Census: (130/1060). PCGS Population (137/844). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $280. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

7754

1832 50C Small Letters AU55 NGC. O-110. NGC Census: (229/831). PCGS Population (263/585). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $340. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

7755

1832 50C Small Letters AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (399/430). PCGS Population (247/338). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $550. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

7756

1832 50C Small Letters AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (399/432). PCGS Population (246/336). Mintage: 4,797,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $550. (#6160)(Registry values: N491)

7757

1833 50C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (146/602). PCGS Population (176/468). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $320. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

7758

1833 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (281/321). PCGS Population (187/281). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $585. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

7759

1833 50C AU58 NGC. O-104. NGC Census: (281/321). PCGS Population (186/282). Mintage: 5,206,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $585. (#6163)(Registry values: N491)

7760

1834 50C Small Date, Small Letters AU55 NGC. O-109. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (83/228). (#6166)

7761

1835 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (166/191). PCGS Population (101/140). Mintage: 5,352,006. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $625. (#6168)(Registry values: N491)

7762

1836 50C Lettered Edge AU55 NGC. O-104A. NGC Census: (138/514). PCGS Population (138/392). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $370. (#6169)(Registry values: N491)

7763

1836 50C Lettered Edge AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (224/290). PCGS Population (176/216). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $625. (#6169)(Registry values: N491)

7764

1836 50C Lettered Edge MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (41/249). PCGS Population (14/183). Mintage: 6,545,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $1,175. (#6169)(Registry values: N991)

Reeded Edge Half Dollars

7765

1837 50C --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details Net AU50. NGC Census: (41/824). PCGS Population (112/713). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6176)(Registry values: N991)

7766

1837 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (41/824). PCGS Population (112/712). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6176)(Registry values: N991)

7767

1837 50C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population (176/476). NGC Census: (111/681). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $415. (#6176)(Registry values: N991)

7768

1837 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (156/321). NGC Census: (244/438). Mintage: 3,629,820. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $665. (#6176)(Registry values: N991)

7769

1838 50C AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (36/623). PCGS Population (89/464). Mintage: 3,546,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $325. (#6177)(Registry values: N991)

7770

1838 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (196/274). PCGS Population (99/196). Mintage: 3,546,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $700. (#6177)(Registry values: N991)

7771

1838 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (99/196). NGC Census: (196/274). Mintage: 3,546,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $700. (#6177)(Registry values: N991)

7772

1839 50C --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details Net XF40. NGC Census: (10/281). PCGS Population (25/294). Mintage: 1,392,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $220. (#6179)(Registry values: N491)

7773

1839 50C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/210). NGC Census: (10/246). Mintage: 1,392,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $350. (#6179)(Registry values: N991)

7774

1839 50C AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (70/111). PCGS Population (39/101). Mintage: 1,392,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $845. (#6179)(Registry values: N991)

7775

1839-O 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (18/160). PCGS Population (37/161). Mintage: 178,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $850. (#6181)(Registry values: N991)

7776

7777

1839-O 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (10/131). PCGS Population (32/79). Mintage: 178,976. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,175. (#6181)(Registry values: N1793)

Seated Half Dollars

7778

1845-O 50C No Drapery XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (9/13). NGC Census: (2/11). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $225. (#6250)

7779

1853 50C Arrows and Rays--Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. NGC Census: (30/701). PCGS Population (69/702). Mintage: 3,532,708. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $230. (#6275)(Registry values: N491)

7780

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (25/100). NGC Census: (9/103). Mintage: 1,328,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $300. (#6276)(Registry values: N491)

7781

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (9/103). PCGS Population (25/100). Mintage: 1,328,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $300. (#6276)(Registry values: N491)

7782

7783

7784

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (20/83). PCGS Population (23/77). Mintage: 1,328,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $466. (#6276)(Registry values: N491)

7785

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU50 ANACS. BR-4844. NGC Census: (5/78). PCGS Population (17/60). Mintage: 1,328,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $775. (#6276)(Registry values: N991)

7786

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (17/60). NGC Census: (5/78). Mintage: 1,328,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $775. (#6276)(Registry values: N991)

7787

1853-O 50C Arrows and Rays AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (10/68). PCGS Population (9/51). Mintage: 1,328,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $900. (#6276)(Registry values: N991)

7788

1854 50C Arrows XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (39/228). NGC Census: (22/268). Mintage: 2,982,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $159. (#6279)(Registry values: N491)

7789

1854 50C Arrows AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (14/254). PCGS Population (26/202). Mintage: 2,982,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $250. (#6279)(Registry values: N491)

7790

1854-O 50C Arrows AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (92/204). PCGS Population (59/184). Mintage: 5,240,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $400. (#6280)(Registry values: N491)

7791

1855-O 50C Arrows XF45 ANACS. NGC Census: (23/325). PCGS Population (39/297). Mintage: 3,688,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $184. (#6283)(Registry values: N491)

7792

1855-O 50C Arrows AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (17/308). PCGS Population (27/270). Mintage: 3,688,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $275. (#6283)(Registry values: N491)

7793

1855-O 50C Arrows AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (24/247). NGC Census: (21/287). Mintage: 3,688,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $345. (#6283)(Registry values: N491)

7794

1858 50C AU50 ICG. NGC Census: (24/298). PCGS Population (44/259). Mintage: 4,226,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $160. (#6293)(Registry values: N491)

7795

1859-O 50C AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (8/81). PCGS Population (11/84). Mintage: 2,834,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $208. (#6297)(Registry values: N491)

7796

1859-S 50C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/50). NGC Census: (3/37). Mintage: 566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $235. (#6298)(Registry values: N491)

7797

1859-S 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/37). PCGS Population (4/46). Mintage: 566,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $300. (#6298)(Registry values: N491)

7798

1861 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (55/203). PCGS Population (34/211). Mintage: 2,888,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $300. (#6302)(Registry values: N491)

7799

1861 50C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (32/145). PCGS Population (38/153). Mintage: 2,888,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $675. (#6302)(Registry values: N991)

7800

1861-O 50C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (12/99). PCGS Population (10/102). Mintage: 2,532,633. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $575. (#6303)(Registry values: N991)

7801

1873-CC 50C Arrows AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (13/35). NGC Census: (3/34). Mintage: 214,560. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $2,850. (#6344)(Registry values: N2998)

7802

1873-S 50C Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (2/27). PCGS Population (10/28). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7803

1873-S 50C Arrows XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/21). NGC Census: (2/25). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $548. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7804

1873-S 50C Arrows XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (2/25). PCGS Population (7/21). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $548. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7805

1873-S 50C Arrows AU50 ANACS. Breen-4977. NGC Census: (4/21). PCGS Population (2/19). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $775. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7806

1873-S 50C Arrows AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (4/21). PCGS Population (2/19). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $775. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7807

1873-S 50C Arrows AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (4/21). PCGS Population (2/19). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $775. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7808

1873-S 50C Arrows--Improperly Cleaned--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (4/21). PCGS Population (2/19). Mintage: 228,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $775. (#6345)(Registry values: N991)

7809

1874 50C Arrows AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (14/225). PCGS Population (17/230). Mintage: 2,360,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $350. (#6346)(Registry values: N991)

7810

1874-S 50C Arrows--Obv Rim Filed--NGC. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/30). PCGS Population (5/33). Mintage: 394,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $650. (#6348)(Registry values: N991)

7811

1877 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (28/115). NGC Census: (30/133). Mintage: 8,304,510. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $500. (#6355)(Registry values: N991)

7812

1877 50C MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (36/97). PCGS Population (35/80). Mintage: 8,304,510. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $685. (#6355)(Registry values: N991)

7813

1877-S 50C AU53 ICG. NGC Census: (7/329). PCGS Population (17/335). Mintage: 5,356,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $180. (#6357)(Registry values: N491)

7814

1877-S 50C AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (44/258). PCGS Population (45/263). Mintage: 5,356,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $275. (#6357)(Registry values: N491)

7815

1891 50C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (8/99). PCGS Population (7/123). Mintage: 200,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $475. (#6373)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Seated Half Dollars

7816

1867 50C PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (3/115). PCGS Population (4/125). Mintage: 625. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR61: $475. (#6425)

7817

1873 50C No Arrows PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/139). NGC Census: (5/119). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR61: $480. (#6431)

Barber Half Dollars

7818

1892-O 50C G4 ANACS. NGC Census: (8/220). PCGS Population (15/290). Mintage: 390,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in G4 : $265. (#6462)(Registry values: N1)

7819

1892-O 50C F15 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/229). NGC Census: (2/197). Mintage: 390,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $418. (#6462)(Registry values: N991)

7820

1892-O 50C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (5/179). PCGS Population (17/178). Mintage: 390,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $575. (#6462)(Registry values: N991)

7821

1893-O 50C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (14/165). NGC Census: (4/143). Mintage: 1,389,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $318. (#6466)(Registry values: N991)

7822

1894-O 50C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (16/69). PCGS Population (15/93). Mintage: 2,138,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $650. (#6469)(Registry values: N1793)

7823

1899-S 50C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (10/54). NGC Census: (7/41). Mintage: 1,686,411. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $483. (#6485)(Registry values: N991)

7824

1900-S 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/31). PCGS Population (1/55). Mintage: 2,560,322. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $500. (#6488)(Registry values: N991)

7825

1902 50C Partial Collar--Cleaned--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (3/156). PCGS Population (15/188). Mintage: 4,922,777. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $260. (#6492)(Registry values: N991)

7826

1907 50C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (14/156). PCGS Population (9/204). Mintage: 2,598,575. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $440. (#6508)(Registry values: N991)

7827

1907-D 50C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (9/158). PCGS Population (30/195). Mintage: 3,856,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $310. (#6509)(Registry values: N991)

7828

1907-O 50C --Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (10/166). PCGS Population (15/176). Mintage: 3,946,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $310. (#6510)(Registry values: N991)

7829

1907-O 50C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (33/115). PCGS Population (28/119). Mintage: 3,946,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $565. (#6510)(Registry values: N991)

7830

1907-O 50C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (28/119). NGC Census: (33/117). Mintage: 3,946,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $565. (#6510)(Registry values: N991)

7831

1908 50C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (10/91). PCGS Population (8/112). Mintage: 1,354,545. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $410. (#6512)(Registry values: N991)

7832

1908-D 50C AU53 ANACS. NGC Census: (7/175). PCGS Population (13/259). Mintage: 3,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $290. (#6513)(Registry values: N991)

7833

1908-D 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (59/96). NGC Census: (24/62). Mintage: 3,280,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $650. (#6513)(Registry values: N991)

7834

1910 50C --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (1/97). PCGS Population (4/140). Mintage: 418,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $289. (#6519)(Registry values: N991)

7835

1913-D 50C AU53 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (9/185). NGC Census: (2/163). Mintage: 534,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $280. (#6528)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Barber Half Dollars

7836

1893 50C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (2/179). PCGS Population (4/178). Mintage: 792. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $430. (#6540)(Registry values: N991)

7837

1905 50C PR60 PCGS. PCGS Population (8/234). NGC Census: (3/181). Mintage: 727. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $400. (#6552)(Registry values: N991)

7838

1913 50C PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (12/188). NGC Census: (6/152). Mintage: 627. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR61: $535. (#6560)(Registry values: N991)

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

7839

1917 50C MS64 ANACS. NGC Census: (599/239). PCGS Population (623/354). Mintage: 12,292,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $280. (#6569)(Registry values: N491)

7840

1917 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (282/73). NGC Census: (197/43). Mintage: 12,292,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $820. (#6569)(Registry values: N991)

7841

1917-D 50C Obverse AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (34/586). PCGS Population (72/700). Mintage: 765,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $440. (#6570)(Registry values: N491)

7842

1917-D 50C Reverse AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (22/315). PCGS Population (50/426). Mintage: 1,940,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $540. (#6571)(Registry values: N991)

7843

1918-S 50C --Cleaned--ICG. AU58 Details. NGC Census: (107/503). PCGS Population (96/619). Mintage: 10,282,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $340. (#6576)(Registry values: N491)

7844

1921-D 50C --Cleaned--ICG. VG08 Details. NGC Census: (71/354). PCGS Population (165/632). Mintage: 208,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $330. (#6584)(Registry values: N1)

7845

1923-S 50C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (12/268). PCGS Population (19/384). Mintage: 2,178,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $655. (#6586)(Registry values: N991)

7846

1929-D 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (87/464). PCGS Population (99/816). Mintage: 1,001,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $275. (#6589)(Registry values: N491)

7847

1929-D 50C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (87/466). PCGS Population (100/816). Mintage: 1,001,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $275. (#6589)(Registry values: N491)

7848

1929-D 50C MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (199/534). NGC Census: (106/266). Mintage: 1,001,200. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $555. (#6589)(Registry values: N991)

7849

1934 50C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (758/560). NGC Census: (574/391). Mintage: 6,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $330. (#6592)(Registry values: N491)

7850

1934 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (759/562). NGC Census: (574/391). Mintage: 6,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $330. (#6592)(Registry values: N491)

7851

1934 50C MS66 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (293/100). PCGS Population (432/132). Mintage: 6,964,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $480. (#6592)(Registry values: N991)

7852

1934-D 50C MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (541/237). PCGS Population (763/568). Mintage: 2,361,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $340. (#6593)(Registry values: N491)

7853

1935 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (964/392). NGC Census: (634/227). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#6595)(Registry values: N491)

7854

1935 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (964/392). NGC Census: (634/227). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $270. (#6595)(Registry values: N491)

7855

1935 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (209/18). PCGS Population (375/17). Mintage: 9,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $520. (#6595)(Registry values: N991)

7856

1935-D 50C MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (110/569). PCGS Population (255/1112). Mintage: 3,003,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $240. (#6596)(Registry values: N491)

7857

1936-D 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (487/194). PCGS Population (989/347). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $410. (#6599)(Registry values: N491)

7858

1936-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (324/21). NGC Census: (169/27). Mintage: 4,252,400. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $900. (#6599)(Registry values: N991)

7859

1937 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (562/97). NGC Census: (338/72). Mintage: 9,527,728. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#6601)(Registry values: N491)

7860

1937-D 50C MS64 ANACS. NGC Census: (313/479). PCGS Population (598/1014). Mintage: 1,676,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $235. (#6602)(Registry values: N491)

7861

1937-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (683/331). NGC Census: (312/167). Mintage: 1,676,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $560. (#6602)(Registry values: N991)

7862

1937-S 50C MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (704/1079). NGC Census: (379/536). Mintage: 2,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#6603)(Registry values: N491)

7863

1937-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (750/329). NGC Census: (389/147). Mintage: 2,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $585. (#6603)(Registry values: N991)

7864

1937-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (388/140). PCGS Population (749/331). Mintage: 2,090,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $585. (#6603)(Registry values: N991)

7865

1938 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (496/55). NGC Census: (268/34). Mintage: 4,118,152. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $460. (#6604)(Registry values: N991)

7866

1938-D 50C --Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (1/990). PCGS Population (3/2127). Mintage: 491,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $400. (#6605)(Registry values: N991)

7867

1939 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (716/271). PCGS Population (1043/231). Mintage: 6,820,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $270. (#6606)(Registry values: N491)

7868

1939 50C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (244/23). PCGS Population (206/20). Mintage: 6,820,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#6606)(Registry values: N991)

7869

1939 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (210/21). NGC Census: (248/23). Mintage: 6,820,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#6606)(Registry values: N991)

7870

1939 50C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (244/23). PCGS Population (206/20). Mintage: 6,820,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $665. (#6606)(Registry values: N991)

7871

1940 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (934/199). NGC Census: (693/3024). Mintage: 9,167,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $205. (#6609)(Registry values: N491)

7872

1940 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (934/199). NGC Census: (692/3027). Mintage: 9,167,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $205. (#6609)(Registry values: N491)

7873

1940-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (1216/309). NGC Census: (743/148). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#6610)(Registry values: N491)

7874

1940-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (743/151). PCGS Population (1213/307). Mintage: 4,550,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#6610)(Registry values: N491)

7875

1941 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2414/421). NGC Census: (2023/466). Mintage: 24,207,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $195. (#6611)(Registry values: N491)

7876

1941 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2418/424). NGC Census: (2026/469). Mintage: 24,207,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $195. (#6611)(Registry values: N491)

7877

1941 50C MS67 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (453/16). PCGS Population (412/12). Mintage: 24,207,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $640. (#6611)(Registry values: N991)

7878

1941 50C MS67 ★ NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (453/16). PCGS Population (412/12). Mintage: 24,207,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $640. (#6611)(Registry values: N991)

7879

1941-S 50C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1966/372). NGC Census: (815/205). Mintage: 8,098,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $850. (#6613)(Registry values: N1793)

7880

1942 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2239/184). NGC Census: (2141/291). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#6614)(Registry values: N491)

7881

1942 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (2141/291). PCGS Population (2244/185). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#6614)(Registry values: N491)

7882

1942 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (2142/292). PCGS Population (2256/187). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#6614)(Registry values: N491)

7883

1942 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2245/185). NGC Census: (2141/292). Mintage: 47,839,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#6614)(Registry values: N491)

7884

1942-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2449/1094). NGC Census: (1323/921). Mintage: 10,973,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $185. (#6615)(Registry values: N491)

7885

1942-D 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (979/115). NGC Census: (796/126). Mintage: 10,973,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $280. (#6615)(Registry values: N491)

7886

1942-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (985/179). PCGS Population (2054/318). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#6617)(Registry values: N991)

7887

1942-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2068/320). NGC Census: (986/176). Mintage: 12,708,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $360. (#6617)(Registry values: N991)

7888

1943 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (2506/293). NGC Census: (2474/440). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $195. (#6618)(Registry values: N491)

7889

1943 50C MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (288/5). NGC Census: (430/10). Mintage: 53,190,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $650. (#6618)(Registry values: N991)

7890

1943-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1186/250). PCGS Population (1419/204). Mintage: 11,346,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $230. (#6619)(Registry values: N491)

7891

1943-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1189/251). PCGS Population (1418/205). Mintage: 11,346,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $230. (#6619)(Registry values: N491)

7892

1943-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1189/251). PCGS Population (1418/205). Mintage: 11,346,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $230. (#6619)(Registry values: N491)

7893

1943-S 50C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (1320/270). PCGS Population (2265/484). Mintage: 13,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $275. (#6620)(Registry values: N491)

7894

1943-S 50C MS65 NGC. Ex:Nevada Silver Collection. NGC Census: (1320/274). PCGS Population (2267/487). Mintage: 13,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $275. (#6620)(Registry values: N491)

7895

1943-S 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (254/21). PCGS Population (464/25). Mintage: 13,450,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $560. (#6620)(Registry values: N991)

7896

1944-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1195/185). PCGS Population (1473/160). Mintage: 9,769,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6622)(Registry values: N491)

7897

1944-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1196/183). PCGS Population (1481/160). Mintage: 9,769,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6622)(Registry values: N491)

7898

1944-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1196/183). PCGS Population (1481/160). Mintage: 9,769,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $200. (#6622)(Registry values: N491)

7899

1944-S 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (2325/338). NGC Census: (1062/162). Mintage: 8,904,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $430. (#6623)(Registry values: N991)

7900

1945-D 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (1694/143). PCGS Population (1630/118). Mintage: 9,966,800. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $205. (#6625)(Registry values: N491)

7901

1945-S 50C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (525/23). PCGS Population (689/4). Mintage: 10,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#6626)(Registry values: N991)

7902

1945-S 50C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (689/4). NGC Census: (525/23). Mintage: 10,156,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $390. (#6626)(Registry values: N991)

Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollars

7903

1939 50C --Obv Improperly Cleaned--NGC. Proof. NGC Census: (0/1773). PCGS Population (6/2531). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR60: $308. (#6639)(Registry values: N1)

7904

1939 50C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (388/1053). PCGS Population (779/998). Mintage: 8,808. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $685. (#6639)(Registry values: N991)

7905

1940 50C PR66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (729/369). PCGS Population (745/309). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $610. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

7906

1940 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (732/369). PCGS Population (745/310). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $610. (#6640)(Registry values: N991)

7907

1940 50C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (318/50). PCGS Population (277/32). Mintage: 11,279. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $925. (#6640)(Registry values: N1793)

7908

1941 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (906/488). PCGS Population (912/281). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $590. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

7909

1941 50C No AW PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (906/488). PCGS Population (912/281). Mintage: 15,412. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $590. (#6641)(Registry values: N991)

7910

1942 50C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (106/3697). PCGS Population (330/5053). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR63: $360. (#6642)(Registry values: N491)

7911

1942 50C PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (881/2215). PCGS Population (1606/2217). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR65: $490. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

7912

1942 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (1282/927). PCGS Population (1494/717). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $570. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

7913

1942 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1494/716). NGC Census: (1282/927). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $570. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

7914

1942 50C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population (1494/716). NGC Census: (1282/927). Mintage: 21,120. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $570. (#6642)(Registry values: N991)

Franklin Half Dollars

7915

1952-S 50C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (183/1). NGC Census: (237/13). Mintage: 5,526,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $190. (#6663)(Registry values: N208)

7916

1952-S 50C MS64 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (313/259). NGC Census: (29/15). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#86663)(Registry values: N491)

7917

1952-S 50C MS64 Full Bell Lines PCGS. PCGS Population (313/259). NGC Census: (29/15). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#86663)(Registry values: N491)

7918

1960-D 50C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (157/3). NGC Census: (490/9). Mintage: 18,215,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $160. (#6679)(Registry values: N208)

7919

1961-D 50C MS65 Full Bell Lines NGC. NGC Census: (66/2). PCGS Population (250/11). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $420. (#86681)(Registry values: N491)

Proof Franklin Half Dollars

7920

1950 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (403/101). PCGS Population (374/27). Mintage: 51,386. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $455. (#6691)(Registry values: N69)

7921

1951 50C PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (56/6). NGC Census: (85/14). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $1,125. (#86692)(Registry values: N991)

7922

1952 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (597/269). PCGS Population (517/106). Mintage: 81,980. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $200. (#6693)(Registry values: N14)

7923

1952 50C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (597/269). PCGS Population (517/106). Mintage: 81,980. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR66: $200. (#6693)(Registry values: N14)

7924

1956 50C Type Two PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (130/43). PCGS Population (361/39). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $300. (#96697)(Registry values: P1)

7925

1956 50C Type Two PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (239/400). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $160. (#96697)(Registry values: P1)

7926

1957 50C PR67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (308/132). NGC Census: (548/317). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $120. (#86698)(Registry values: N69)

7927

1957 50C PR68 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (308/9). PCGS Population (132/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR68: $365. (#86698)(Registry values: N208)

7928

1961 50C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (114/78). NGC Census: (1/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR67: $250. (#96702)(Registry values: N208)

Kennedy Half Dollars

7929

1974-D 50C Doubled Die Obverse MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (69/8). NGC Census: (0/0). (#96723)(Registry values: P1)

SMS Kennedy Half Dollars

7930

1998-S 50C Silver SMS SP70 PCGS. PCGS Population (173/0). NGC Census: (269/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS70: $500. (#6775)(Registry values: N208)

Proof Kennedy Half Dollars

7931

1988-S 50C PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (64/0). NGC Census: (45/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $210. (#96829)(Registry values: N208)

7932

1992-S 50C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (154/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $150. (#96834)(Registry values: N208)

7933

1993-S 50C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (99/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $150. (#96836)(Registry values: N208)

7934

1996-S 50C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (85/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $190. (#96842)(Registry values: N208)

7935

1997-S 50C Silver PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (109/0). NGC Census: (206/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $130. (#96848)(Registry values: N208)

7936

1999-S 50C Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (49/0). NGC Census: (206/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $160. (#96910)(Registry values: P1)

7937

2001-S 50C Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (40/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $330. (#96914)(Registry values: P1)

7938

2001-S 50C Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (40/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $330. (#96914)(Registry values: P1)

7939

2006-S 50C Clad PR70 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (56/0). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in PR70: $73. (#96976)

Early Dollars

7940

1799 $1 7x6 Stars--Plugged--NCS. VG Details. BB-161, B-11. NGC Census: (35/1420). PCGS Population (42/2257). Mintage: 423,515. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $975. (#6878)(Registry values: N991)

7941

1799 $1 7x6 Stars--Damaged--NCS. VG Details. BB-160, B-12. NGC Census: (35/1420). PCGS Population (42/2257). Mintage: 423,515. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $975. (#6878)(Registry values: N991)

7942

1799 $1 7x6 Stars--Damaged--ANACS. VF Details, Net VG8. NGC Census: (35/1419). PCGS Population (42/2257). Mintage: 423,515. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VG8 : $975. (#6878)(Registry values: N991)

7943

1801 $1 --Damaged, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. VF Details. BB-211, B-1. NGC Census: (9/201). PCGS Population (42/272). Mintage: 54,454. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $2,350. (#6893)(Registry values: N1793)

Seated Dollars

7944

1840 $1 --Cleaning--PCGS Genuine. Mintage: 61,005. (#6926)

7945

1842 $1 VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population (18/409). NGC Census: (9/363). Mintage: 184,618. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF30: $360. (#6928)(Registry values: N491)

7946

1843 $1 F15 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/382). NGC Census: (3/299). Mintage: 165,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in F15: $268. (#6929)(Registry values: N491)

7947

1843 $1 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (78/207). NGC Census: (40/217). Mintage: 165,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $520. (#6929)(Registry values: N491)

7948

1843 $1 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (58/53). PCGS Population (40/39). Mintage: 165,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $1,125. (#6929)(Registry values: N991)

7949

1845 $1 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (23/130). NGC Census: (8/111). Mintage: 24,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $625. (#6931)(Registry values: N991)

7950

1846 $1 --Rim Filed, Scratched--ANACS. AU Details Net XF40. NGC Census: (19/304). PCGS Population (49/331). Mintage: 110,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6932)(Registry values: N991)

7951

1848 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. XF45 Details. NGC Census: (13/52). PCGS Population (19/100). Mintage: 15,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $1,040. (#6935)(Registry values: N991)

7952

1849 $1 --Cleaned--ICG. AU53 Details. NGC Census: (14/151). PCGS Population (30/127). Mintage: 62,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $675. (#6936)(Registry values: N991)

7953

1853 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (5/117). PCGS Population (18/122). Mintage: 46,110. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $945. (#6941)(Registry values: N991)

7954

1859-O $1 AU53 ICG. NGC Census: (26/335). PCGS Population (23/461). Mintage: 360,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU53: $640. (#6947)(Registry values: N991)

7955

1860-O $1 VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/970). NGC Census: (5/600). Mintage: 515,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF25: $314. (#6950)(Registry values: N491)

7956

1860-O $1 XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (55/848). NGC Census: (34/539). Mintage: 515,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $477. (#6950)(Registry values: N491)

7957

1860-O $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. NGC Census: (18/522). PCGS Population (50/795). Mintage: 515,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $620. (#6950)(Registry values: N991)

7958

1871 $1 AU55 NGC. NGC Census: (45/205). PCGS Population (61/186). Mintage: 1,074,760. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $800. (#6966)(Registry values: N991)

7959

1871 $1 AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (45/205). PCGS Population (61/186). Mintage: 1,074,760. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $800. (#6966)(Registry values: N991)

7960

1872 $1 VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population (32/323). NGC Census: (5/268). Mintage: 1,106,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $384. (#6968)(Registry values: N491)

7961

1872 $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NGC. XF Details. NGC Census: (27/241). PCGS Population (48/275). Mintage: 1,106,450. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $425. (#6968)(Registry values: N491)

Trade Dollars

7962

1873-CC T$1 --Whizzed--ICG. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (2/86). PCGS Population (15/94). Mintage: 124,500. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $1,375. (#7032)(Registry values: N1793)

7963

1874 T$1 --Cleaning--PCGS Genuine. Mintage: 987,100. (#7034)

7964

1875 T$1 --Altered Surface--PCGS Genuine. Mintage: 218,200. (#7037)

7965

1875-CC T$1 --Damaged--PCGS Genuine. Mintage: 1,573,700. (#7038)

7966

1875-S T$1 AU58 ANACS. NGC Census: (90/626). PCGS Population (103/772). Mintage: 4,487,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU58: $475. (#7039)(Registry values: N491)

7967

1875-S T$1 MS61 ANACS. NGC Census: (106/500). PCGS Population (90/637). Mintage: 4,487,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $900. (#7039)(Registry values: N991)

7968

1876-S T$1 --Cleaned, Repunched Date--ICG. MS60 Details. FS-301. NGC Census: (13/401). PCGS Population (29/376). Mintage: 5,227,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $850. (#7043)(Registry values: N991)

7969

1877 T$1 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. NGC Census: (13/285). PCGS Population (42/261). Mintage: 3,039,710. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU55: $340. (#7044)(Registry values: N491)

7970

1877-S T$1 --Corroded--ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (36/582). PCGS Population (52/678). Mintage: 9,519,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $835. (#7046)(Registry values: N991)

7971

1878-CC T$1 --Scratch--PCGS Genuine. Mintage: 97,000. (#7047)

7972

1878-S T$1 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population (46/733). NGC Census: (19/559). Mintage: 4,162,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF40: $175. (#7048)(Registry values: N491)

Morgan Dollars

7973

1878 8TF $1 MS62 NGC. Vam-15, Top-100, DDO "Liberty". NGC Census: (1004/4189). PCGS Population (1529/5808). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $125. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N208)

7974

1878 8TF $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2168/468). NGC Census: (1759/349). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $320. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7975

1878 8TF $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (1760/347). PCGS Population (2175/469). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $320. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7976

1878 8TF $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2181/471). NGC Census: (1762/347). Mintage: 699,300. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $320. (#7072)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7977

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS62 NGC. VAM-39, 7/5TF. Mintage: 544,000. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N208)

7978

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 NGC. Vam-33. NGC Census: (1329/1008). PCGS Population (2107/1524). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7979

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1329/1008). PCGS Population (2107/1524). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7980

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 NGC. Vam-42, 7/7TF. NGC Census: (1328/1004). PCGS Population (2096/1514). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7981

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2096/1514). NGC Census: (1328/1004). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7982

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (2101/1522). NGC Census: (1329/1006). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $220. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7983

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (915/91). PCGS Population (1318/204). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7984

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1320/204). NGC Census: (917/91). Mintage: 544,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $400. (#7078)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7985

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS62 Prooflike NGC. VAM-41, 7/7TF. A Top 100 Variety. NGC Census: (62/158). PCGS Population (79/163). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $185. (#7079)(Registry values: P5, N208)

7986

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS62 Prooflike ANACS. Vam-34, Hot-50. NGC Census: (62/158). PCGS Population (79/163). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $185. (#7079)(Registry values: P5, N208)

7987

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 Prooflike NGC. Hot-50, Vam-43 7/0TF. NGC Census: (94/64). PCGS Population (100/63). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#7079)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7988

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS64 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (55/8). NGC Census: (55/9). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $700. (#7079)(Registry values: P5, N991)

7989

1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (42/31). NGC Census: (47/29). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $700. (#97079)(Registry values: P5)

7990

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population (460/1847). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 544,000. (#7070)(Registry values: P5)

7991

1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS64 NGC. Top-100, Vam-45 7/0TF. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (728/121). Mintage: 544,000. (#7070)(Registry values: P5)

7992

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (3163/2686). NGC Census: (3394/3556). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $87. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N208)

7993

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2240/464). NGC Census: (3090/461). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

7994

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3095/461). PCGS Population (2228/458). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

7995

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2228/458). NGC Census: (3095/461). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

7996

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (2230/464). NGC Census: (3094/461). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N491)

7997

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS65 PCGS. Ex:Carson City Collection. PCGS Population (443/18). NGC Census: (438/24). Mintage: 4,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $950. (#7074)(Registry values: P4, N1793)

7998

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS64 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (990/137). PCGS Population (1100/299). Mintage: 4,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#7076)(Registry values: P5, N491)

7999

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (988/138). PCGS Population (1106/302). Mintage: 4,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#7076)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8000

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS64 ICG. NGC Census: (991/137). PCGS Population (1108/302). Mintage: 4,300,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $440. (#7076)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8001

1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1879 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (40/6). NGC Census: (26/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $975. (#7077)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8002

1878-CC $1 MS63 NGC. Vam-11, Top-100, Wing lines. NGC Census: (3916/5043). PCGS Population (6523/7218). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8003

1878-CC $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (3927/5037). PCGS Population (6544/7238). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8004

1878-CC $1 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (3916/5055). PCGS Population (6534/7237). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8005

1878-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (6535/7219). NGC Census: (3920/5045). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8006

1878-CC $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (3920/5045). PCGS Population (6535/7219). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8007

1878-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (6535/7219). NGC Census: (3920/5045). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8008

1878-CC $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (6535/7219). NGC Census: (3920/5045). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8009

1878-CC $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (3927/5037). PCGS Population (6544/7238). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $275. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8010

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5510/1708). NGC Census: (3899/1144). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8011

1878-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3903/1151). PCGS Population (5517/1714). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8012

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5508/1711). NGC Census: (3904/1141). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8013

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5508/1711). NGC Census: (3904/1141). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8014

1878-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3904/1141). PCGS Population (5508/1711). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8015

1878-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3903/1134). PCGS Population (5524/1714). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8016

1878-CC $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3904/1141). PCGS Population (5508/1711). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8017

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5508/1711). NGC Census: (3904/1141). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8018

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5508/1711). NGC Census: (3904/1141). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8019

1878-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (5524/1714). NGC Census: (3903/1134). Mintage: 2,212,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $460. (#7080)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8020

1878-CC $1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (370/124). NGC Census: (303/97). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $645. (#7081)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8021

1878-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3406/467). PCGS Population (3254/518). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8022

1878-S $1 MS65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (3406/464). PCGS Population (3259/523). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8023

1878-S $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (3402/464). PCGS Population (3244/520). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8024

1878-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (3254/518). NGC Census: (3406/467). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $240. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8025

1878-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (431/30). PCGS Population (500/20). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $710. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8026

1878-S $1 MS66 PCGS. Ex:Carson City Collection. PCGS Population (501/20). NGC Census: (434/30). Mintage: 9,774,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $710. (#7082)(Registry values: P2, N991)

8027

1878-S $1 MS65 Prooflike NGC. Ex:Carson City Collection. NGC Census: (193/27). PCGS Population (109/9). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $340. (#7083)(Registry values: P2, N491)

8028

1879 $1 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (3277/623). PCGS Population (2896/886). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $110. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8029

1879 $1 MS65 PCGS. Ex:Carson City Collection. PCGS Population (806/86). NGC Census: (575/51). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $710. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8030

1879 $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (806/86). NGC Census: (575/51). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $710. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8031

1879 $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (806/86). NGC Census: (575/51). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $710. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8032

1879 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (800/86). NGC Census: (572/51). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $710. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8033

1879 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (574/51). PCGS Population (801/86). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $710. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8034

1879 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (574/51). PCGS Population (805/86). Mintage: 14,807,100. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $710. (#7084)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8035

1879 $1 MS64 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (87/15). PCGS Population (87/14). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $220. (#7085)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8036

1879-CC $1 VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (63/2779). NGC Census: (27/1446). Mintage: 756,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $255. (#7086)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8037

1879-CC $1 VF35 NGC. NGC Census: (43/1344). PCGS Population (82/2620). Mintage: 756,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in VF35: $456. (#7086)(Registry values: P7, N1)

8038

1879-CC $1 Capped Die--Cleaned--ANACS. XF45 Details. Vam-3, Top-100. NGC Census: (71/856). PCGS Population (70/1366). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in XF45: $832. (#7088)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8039

1879-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1760/275). NGC Census: (1153/136). Mintage: 2,887,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $445. (#7090)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8040

1879-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1749/272). NGC Census: (1153/134). Mintage: 2,887,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $445. (#7090)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8041

1879-O $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1751/274). NGC Census: (1153/138). Mintage: 2,887,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $445. (#7090)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8042

1879-O $1 MS61 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (22/118). NGC Census: (0/0). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS61: $225. (#97091)(Registry values: P5, N208)

8043

1879-S $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (20957/7451). NGC Census: (18250/7612). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $130. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8044

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5784/1819). PCGS Population (6237/1204). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8045

1879-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (6245/1206). NGC Census: (5788/1824). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8046

1879-S $1 MS66 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (5788/1824). PCGS Population (6245/1206). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8047

1879-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (6264/1212). NGC Census: (5837/1838). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8048

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8049

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8050

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8051

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8052

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8053

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8054

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8055

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8056

1879-S $1 MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (5837/1838). PCGS Population (6264/1212). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8057

1879-S $1 MS67 PCGS. PCGS Population (1129/75). NGC Census: (1710/128). Mintage: 9,110,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS67: $750. (#7092)(Registry values: P1, N991)

8058

1879-S $1 MS65 Prooflike PCGS. PCGS Population (1051/319). NGC Census: (989/366). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $200. (#7093)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8059

1879-S $1 MS66 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (295/71). PCGS Population (275/44). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $480. (#7093)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8060

1879-S $1 Reverse of 1878 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (647/559). NGC Census: (372/277). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $325. (#7094)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8061

1880 $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3212/951). NGC Census: (3636/607). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $110. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N208)

8062

1880 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (569/36). PCGS Population (864/80). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $580. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8063

1880 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (576/36). PCGS Population (864/80). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $580. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8064

1880 $1 MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (569/36). PCGS Population (864/80). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $580. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8065

1880 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (869/80). NGC Census: (574/36). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $580. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8066

1880 $1 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (864/80). NGC Census: (576/36). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $580. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8067

1880 $1 MS65 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (576/36). PCGS Population (864/80). Mintage: 12,601,355. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $580. (#7096)(Registry values: P4, N991)

8068

1880-CC $1 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Unc Details. NGC Census: (16/5331). PCGS Population (46/10304). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS60: $438. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8069

1880-CC $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (442/4777). PCGS Population (926/9126). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $455. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8070

1880-CC $1 MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (443/4794). PCGS Population (926/9126). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $455. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8071

1880-CC $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1230/3553). PCGS Population (2593/6575). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $480. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8072

1880-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3868/2687). NGC Census: (2192/1366). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $560. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8073

1880-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3868/2687). NGC Census: (2192/1366). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $560. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8074

1880-CC $1 MS64 NGC. Ex:GSA Hoard. NGC Census: (2193/1357). PCGS Population (3873/2702). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $560. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8075

1880-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3868/2687). NGC Census: (2192/1366). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $560. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8076

1880-CC $1 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (3868/2687). NGC Census: (2192/1366). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $560. (#7100)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8077

1880-CC $1 MS63 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (183/382). PCGS Population (235/371). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $555. (#7101)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8078

1880-CC $1 MS63 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (183/379). PCGS Population (236/372). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $555. (#7101)(Registry values: P4, N491)

8079

1880-CC $1 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU50 Details. 2nd 8/7, Vam-5 Top-100. NGC Census: (4/5345). PCGS Population (3/10360). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $235. (#7100)(Registry values: P4)

8080

1880-CC $1 8 Over High 7 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (287/267). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7102)(Registry values: P4)

8081

1880-CC $1 8 Over High 7 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (286/268). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7102)(Registry values: P4)

8082

1880-CC $1 8 Over High 7 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (282/275). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7102)
From The Sonoma Collection.(Registry values: P4)

8083

1880-CC $1 8 Over Low 7 MS64 PCGS. Vam-6 Top-100. PCGS Population (201/203). NGC Census: (0/0). (#7104)(Registry values: P4)

8084

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (720/1633). NGC Census: (380/660). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $530. (#7108)(Registry values: P5, N491)

8085

1880/79-CC $1 Reverse of 1878 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population (1128/487). NGC Census: (526/142). Mintage: 591,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS64: $925. (#7108)(Registry values: P5, N991)

8086

1880-O $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1593/902). PCGS Population (1969/1066). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8087

1880-O $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1593/902). PCGS Population (1969/1066). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8088

1880-O $1 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (1974/1063). NGC Census: (1597/900). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8089

1880-O $1 MS63 NGC. NGC Census: (1595/896). PCGS Population (1992/1076). Mintage: 5,305,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS63: $320. (#7114)(Registry values: P6, N491)

8090

1880-O $1 MS62 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (58/79). PCGS Population (50/55). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS62: $150. (#7115)(Registry values: P6, N208)

8091

1880/79-O $1 MS62 NGC. Vam-6A, Top-100, Ear and Gouge. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population (46/68). (#7116)(Registry values: P6)

8092

1880-S $1 MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (29491/10445). NGC Census: (27638/12587). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS65: $130. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N208)

8093

1880-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (8753/1692). NGC Census: (9582/3016). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8094

1880-S $1 MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (8774/1692). NGC Census: (9606/3035). Mintage: 8,900,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in MS66: $240. (#7118)(Registry values: P1, N491)

8095