Astonishing Wiseman Collections Anchor Heritage's September Long Beach Signature Auctions

WorldOrphans.org Philanthropy to benefit

DALLAS, TEXAS: Part One of the collections of rare coins and currency assembled by Troy Wiseman will be offered by Heritage Auction Galleries in their September 2006 Long Beach Signature Auction, with additional selections in future auctions. Heritage is the Official Auctioneer of the Long Beach Coin, Stamp & Collectibles Expo. The Coin Signature Auction will be held September 13-16, 2006 at the Long Beach Convention Center, 100 South Pine Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802; the Currency Signature Auction will be held Sept. 14-15. Welcome to Heritage's 58th Official Auction of the Long Beach Coin Expo. Heritage will be auctioning nearly 20,000 lots in Long Beach, including U.S. Signature & OnLine coins and currency, ancients and world coins, Canadian coins, currency, and tokens.

"Heritage is proud to present the incomparable Troy Wiseman Collection in our Long Beach Signature Auctions," noted Heritage President Greg Rohan. "Not only is this one of the finest and most diversified collections that we have ever handled, it has also been my personal pleasure to become friends with one of the most fascinating men I have ever met. The story of this exceptional collector, businessman, and philanthropist is about connections that extend far beyond coins. This is a story of one young man, who having fulfilled the American success story of 'rags to riches' is now dedicated to performing good deeds around the globe. He is confronting the global problem or orphans through the worldwide ministry of WorldOrphans.org."

"First, a few words about his extraordinary coin collection," continued Rohan. "The Wiseman Collection is among the most complete and diverse that Heritage has ever handled. Its depth, diversity, and incomparable quality are easily demonstrated through 17 separate PCGS Registry listings on their "All Time Finest" lists. Two more of his sets are in the 'top 10' Current lists. The Troy Wiseman Collection is in the top of every "Red Book" category, from Colonials to Gold Commemoratives."

Registry listings include:

• Early American Coins & Tokens Complete Design Set (1616-1820): #3 Finest All Time Set;
• Pre-1776 States Coinage Design Set (1652-1774): #3 Finest All Time Set;
• Massachusetts Silver Design Set (1652-1682): #4 Finest All Time Set;
• Pre-1776 Private & Regional Issues Design Set (1616-1766): #3 Finest All Time Set;
• Higley Coppers with Major Varieties (1737-1739): #2 Finest All Time Set;
• French Colonies Basic Set (1670-1767): #1 Finest All Time Set;
• French Colonies with Major Varieties (1670-1767): #1 Finest All Time Set;
• Post-1776 States Coinage State Set (1776-1788): #5 Finest All Time Set;
• Post-1776 Private & Regional Issues Design Set (1778-1820): #2 Finest All Time Set;
• Proposed National Issues Design Set (1776-1787): #4 Finest All Time Set;
• Complete U.S. Design Set - No Gold (1792-present): #2 Finest All Time Set (#1 Finest as 1st year Type);
• Complete U.S. Design Set - With Gold (1792-present): #3 Finest All Time Set (#1 Finest as 1st year Type);
• Two Cents with Varieties, Proof (1864-1873): #2 Finest All Time Set;
• Shield Nickels, Proof (1866-1883): #3 Finest All Time Set;
• Liberty Nickels, Proof (1883-1912): #3 Finest All Time Set;
• Buffalo Nickel Complete Date Set (1913-1938): #2 Finest All Time Set;
• Jefferson Nickel Complete Date Set (1938-Present) #8 Current Finest Set;
• Silver Commemoratives, 50 Piece Type Set, Circulation Strikes (1892-1954): #4 Current Finest Set;
• Gold Commemoratives, 11 Piece Set, Circulation Strikes (1903-1926): #3 Finest All Time Set;

Mr. Wiseman also boasts one of the finest token collections ever assembled, including superlative Hard Times, Merchant, Trade, and Sutler & Civil War tokens. His 172 Hard Times Tokens collection is believed to be the Finest Set of All Time, and while not yet a Registry set, as graded is larger and more diverse than the legendary Ford Collection. Mr. Wiseman would like to thank world-renowned token expert George Fuld for his cataloging contributions.

The Wiseman Collection also includes approximately 60 of the top 100 U.S. currency notes, a fabulous collection inspired by the 100 Greatest Currency Notes reference book by his friend Q. David Bowers and David Sundman. His collection includes every category, including errors, patterns, world coins, medals, and exonumia.

Mr. Wiseman's outstanding Hobo Nickel Collection (including both the classic and modern hobo nickels) is considered one of the finest set of all time, and will be offered in our January 2007 FUN Auction, along with his amazing collection of U.S. Colonial coinage.

Mr. Wiseman was born into a relatively poor family. He left his North Florida home of Ocala at seventeen years of age with his Bible and $300 dollars in his pocket. He arrived in Southern California after a few months in Texas (where he ran out of money and had to find a job) weeks later with nothing more than a few dollars, a strong work ethic instilled by his father and a former wrestling coach, and his faith. Through his hard work, bolstered by his faith, his sense of adventure and capitalism, his business success blossomed. He co-founded Cami'z, Inc., a wholesale and retail apparel company that grew to become B.U.M. International, a $120 million clothing company with factories in 19 countries. Selling out of B.U.M at age 26 and feeling restless after a few months, he soon founded a new company, The InvestLinc Group..

InvestLinc was built to serve the needs of former entrepreneurs and business executives alike. The InvestLinc platform was a multifaceted financial holding company that leveraged the intellectual, financial and relationship capital of those former entrepreneurs and business people, forming a nationwide community of like-minded people. The InvestLinc Group today is comprised of five separate operating companies, from private equity funds to wealth integration services, focused on serving both the personal and financial needs of over 4,000 high-net worth families.

Troy Wiseman is dedicating proceeds from the sale of his collections to World Orphans, a ministry he co-founded with his wife, Tina, in 1993. World Orphans has funded the opening of more than 500 orphanages in 46 developing countries, providing more than 25,000 children with love, care, and hope for the future. In fiscal 2006, 200-plus new facilities will be funded by World Orphans. "If you would like to join Mr. Wiseman and Heritage in supporting the good works of WorldOrphans.org," concluded Rohan, "more information can be found on their website. We sincerely hope you will read about the wonderful deeds that have been accomplished through the dedication and generosity of Mr. Wiseman."

U.S. Coins From The Troy Wiseman Collection

Lot 121: 1793 Chain Cent, AMERICA AU53 PCGS, S-3, R.3.
A very high-grade example of this beloved classic early cent.

Lot 626: 1864 Small Motto Two Cent Piece, PR65 Brown PCGS.
A coin that would form the centerpiece of any specialized collection of 19th century proof coinage.

Lot 783: 1867 Nickel with Rays PR65 Cameo PCGS.
Among the finest of only a few dozen survivors.

Lot 1190: 1792 Half Disme, Judd-7, Pollock-7, R.4, XF40 PCGS.
Arguably the most significant American coin struck.

Lot 1865: 1796 Half Dollar 16 Stars VF30 PCGS, O-102, High R.5.
A lovely example of this elusive half dollar, original and devoid of any major flaws.

Lot 2347: Legendary 1794 Silver Dollar, XF45 PCGS, B-1, BB-1, R.4
One of the most important - and elusive - issues ever struck at the Philadelphia Mint.
Ex: Harlan P. Smith (S.H. and H. Chapman, 5/1906), lot 403; later, Stack's (6/1989), lot 1998; Jascha Heifetz Collection (Superior, 10/1989), lot 3814; Frontenac Sale (Bowers and Merena, 11/1991), lot 2195; 1997 ANA (Heritage, 7/1997), lot 6470; Richmond Collection (David Lawrence, 11/2004), lot 1443. Now from the Troy Wiseman Collection.

Lot 3103: 1808 $2.50 VF35 PCGS, Breen-1, Breen-6125, Bass-3017, R.4
John Reich's Capped Draped Bust design only appeared on quarter eagles during this one year.

Lot 3725: 1795 $10 13 Leaves VF30 PCGS, B. 2-A, Breen-6830, Taraszka-2, R.4
Five die varieties of 1795 are known, including types with 9 leaves and 13 leaves on the reverse.

Medals And Tokens From The Troy Wiseman Collection

Lot 5750: Rare 1832 Andrew Jackson Token, Low-1, Rulau-HT-3, R.7, AU50 NGC.
Originally issued as a political token and may not have circulated as a one cent token.

Lot 5797: 1837 Illustrious Predecessor, Low-19A, HT-33A, in Silver, MS66 NGC.
High R.7 rarity in silver, with perhaps four known; Ex: John J. Ford, Jr. Collection, Part IV (Stack's, 6/04), lot 68.

Lot 5958: (1833-5) Cincinnati P. Evens Gilt-Copper Merchant Token, HT-376A, AU50 NGC.
Described in the May 1917 issue of The Numismatist.

Lot 5970: 1837 R.L. Baker, Low-108, HT-430, R.7, Charleston, SC, MS61 NGC.
Ex: John J. Ford Collection, Part IV (Stack's, 6/04), lot 190. German silver, 19mm.
South Carolina tokens from the Hard Times era are all rare and elusive.

Lot 5974: 1837 S.S.B., Low-139, HT-464, R.6, AU55 NGC. Brass.
This is the finest known of this elusive R.6 maverick Hard Times-era token.

Lot 6125: 1836 Charleston Servant Slave Hire Badge, Fine 12 Lightly Corroded.
Slave owners in Charleston and Charleston Neck found it profitable to hire out slaves, but the owners were required to obtain a badge to be worn by the slave (in effect taxing the practice).

Currency From The Troy Wiseman Collection

Lot 15002: Continental Currency May 10, 1775 $20 PCGS Apparent Very Fine 25, Restored at Center.
Ranked as #79 in the book 100 Greatest American Currency Notes.

Lot 15033: Georgia 1776 $4 PCGS Extremely Fine 45PPQ
A spectacular piece of Georgia currency, with a razor-sharp orange Caduceus and Liberty Cap seal, and all five signatures are bold.

Lot 15045: Massachusetts December 7, 1775 14s "Sword in Hand" note, PCGS About New 50.
With the patriotic vignettes engraved by Paul Revere, this note placed at No. 94 in the book 100 Greatest American Currency Notes.

Lot 15057: New Hampshire November 3, 1775 40s PMG About Uncirculated 55
The ideal New Hampshire note for a high-grade Thirteen Colony Set.

Lot 15281: Fr. 1324 50c Third Issue Spinner PCGS Superb Gem New 67
With larger than normal margins, a bright red back, and pleasing color overall; ranked #51 in the book 100 Greatest American Currency Notes.

Lot 15415: Fr. 1382 Fractional Currency Shield, With Gray Background.
Far nicer than average, fully wide out beyond the points at the top sides and bottom.

Lot 15472: CSA T2 $500 1861.
The classic Confederate States (Montgomery) rarity, ranked as #53 in the 100 Greatest American Currency Notes.

Lot 15655: Finest Satirical Note of this Design, Washington, DC- Glory Bank $20 Jan. 1, 1834;
Satirical note attacking United States President Andrew Jackson and Vice President and future President Martin van Buren.

Lot 16289: San Francisco, CA - $5 1870 Original Fr. 1136 The First National Gold Bank, Ch. # 1741
A pristine National Gold Bank Note, with the gold color of the paper contrasting beautifully with the sharp red overprint; this design type is ranked No. 12 in the book 100 Greatest American Currency Notes.

Lot 16729: California, MO - $1 Original Fr. 382 The Moniteau NB Ch # 1712
Exceptionally well centered example of this popular type, graded CGA Gem Uncirculated 67, a high grade indeed for any ace.

Lot 17005: Goldsboro, NC - $50 1882 Brown Back Fr. 515 The NB of Goldsboro, Ch. # 5048
The finest of only four known, previously offered as lot 17888 in our 2006 Central States Signature Auction; graded PMG Very Fine 25.

Lot 18026: Fr. 2231-G $10,000 1934 FRN. PCGS Choice New 63
Bright paper, flashy color and sharp corners combine for a very eye appealing high denomination.

Lot 18265: Fr. 8 $10 1861 Demand Note CGA Very Fine 30
Totally free of problems, well-margined, with strong pen signatures and all the colors especially bold.

Lot 18620: Fr. 127 $20 1869 Legal Tender PMG Choice About Unc 58.
A beautiful Rainbow Twenty with the best colors of any example we've handled.

Lot 19431: Fr. 1179 $20 1905 Gold Certificate Very Fine 30 EPQ
This "Technicolor" design is listed as No. 9 in the coffee-table book 100 Greatest American Currency Notes.

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