Heritage Auctions Search

Auction 318 | Lot 5023 » Colonials

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent Fine 15 Cleaned, Scratched Uncertified, Baker-1, R.1, a pair of short pinscratches converge on the nose, the reverse has fainter pinscratches, the reverse legends are worn due to the lack of a protective rim; and a 1791 Washington Large Eagle Cent XF40 Partially Gilt Uncertified, Baker-15, R.2, the gilt is mostly intact on the reverse, and has worn off from much of the obverse and the rim, a richly detailed example that has a few wispy handling marks on the reverse. (Total: 2 coins) (PCGS# 689)

Bid Source: Internet

Service Uncertified

Grade F15

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $414.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5024 » Colonials

1783 1C Washington Unity States Cent XF40 PCGS. Baker-1, R.1. A chocolate-brown Washington piece that has unabraded surfaces. The reverse has widely spaced roller marks and the obverse border has some shallow planchet flaws, all as made. Listed on page 29 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 689)

Bid Source: Internet

Service PCGS

Grade XF40

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $345.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5261 » Small Cents » Indian Cents

1887 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. A magnificently shaded cent with explosive magenta color supplemented with shades of blue and green. Certainly amongst the most vibrant Indian Head Cents around. (PCGS# 2158)

Bid Source: Internet

Service NGC

Grade MS66

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $471.50

Make Offer to Owner
$1,650 or more

Auction 318 | Lot 7850 » Errors

2000 1C Cent--Reverse Die Cap--MS65 Red and Brown NGC. The blurred and oversized visage of Lincoln is apparent on the obverse of this late state die cap. The coin is thin and cup-shaped, as repeated blows caused it to partly wrap around the reverse die. Traces of the zinc interior have been struck into the reverse surface.

Bid Source: Mail/Fax

Service NGC

Grade MS65

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $57.50

Auction 318 | Lot 5823 » Nickels » Jefferson Nickels

1942-P 5C Type Two PR67 PCGS. Blushes of powder-blue, orange-gold, and lilac iridescence drift toward the lower obverse and upper reverse borders. Otherwise silver-gray in sheen with full underlying brilliance from an obviously proof impression. The only specimen striking in the 1942-1945 War Nickel series. (PCGS# 4180)

Bid Source: Internet

Service PCGS

Grade PR67

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $379.50

Make Offer to Owner
$571 or more

Auction 318 | Lot 6898 » Half Dollars » Walking Liberty Half Dollars

1941 50C MS67 PCGS. This is a smooth, sharp, and lustrous Superb Gem with minimally patinated surfaces. A lone graze in the left reverse field is all that seems to rule out an even higher grade.

Bid Source: Live: eBay

Service PCGS

Grade MS67

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $960.00

Make Offer to Owner
$1,440 or more

Auction 318 | Lot 6909 » Half Dollars » Walking Liberty Half Dollars

1944-S 50C MS66 PCGS. While short of fully struck, the strike on this expertly preserved '44-S is superior to the vast majority of those seen. The shimmering silver and golden surfaces display few appreciable blemishes.

Bid Source: Live: eBay

Service PCGS

Grade MS66

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $2,400.00

Make Offer to Owner
$3,600 or more

Auction 318 | Lot 7089 » Silver and Related Dollars » Trade Dollars

1883 T$1 PR64 Cameo NGC. An always-popular date among type collectors, this coin is fully brought up in all areas from a proof impression that is free of criticism in all regards. Mentionable handling marks are conspicuous by their absence, although one can see iridescent overtones that are more even in distribution on the obverse. A few faint spots toward the reverse border are noted.
Ex: Public Auction Sale (Stack's, 6/1988), lot 456. (PCGS# 87063)

Bid Source: Internet

Service NGC

Grade PR64

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $5,175.00

Auction 318 | Lot 7090 » Patterns and Prototypes

1852 DTS$1 Dollar, Judd-134, Pollock-161, R.7, Proof, Plated, NCS. Die trials striking of the restrike 1852 Seated Dollar, struck in copper with a reeded edge and then silver plated. This is an important coin due to the rarity of the 1852 date (1,100 originals produced) in the regular issue Seated Dollar series. All design elements are sharply defined, and the surfaces display a bright, untoned sheen that is somewhat glossy. There are scattered hairlines, most notably on the reverse, with some of the underlying copper in evidence over a few of the raised features on that side. The first example of this rare and significant die trials striking that we have offered. (PCGS# 11570)

Bid Source: Live: Phone

Service NCS

Grade PR60

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $5,750.00

Make Offer to Owner
$8,625 or more

Auction 318 | Lot 7091 » Patterns and Prototypes

1854 P1C One Cent, Judd-160, Pollock-187, R.4, PR66 Brown NGC. The obverse is similar to that used on regular issue 1854 Cents, except there are no stars. The denomination is centered on the reverse within a laurel wreath, and the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the periphery. Struck in copper or bronze with a plain edge. Deep, iridescent blue and brown coloration is seen over each side of this deeply reflective piece. There are no obvious surface distractions on either side. (PCGS# 11659)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service NGC

Grade PR66

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $2,300.00

Auction 318 | Lot 7101 » Patterns and Prototypes

1869 $1 Dollar, Judd-765, Pollock-850, R.8, PR65 Cameo NGC. Regular die trials issue for the Seated dollar of 1869. Struck in nickel with a reeded edge. In addition to being rare in the absolute sense, this pattern also has the unusual combination of being struck in nickel and also having a reeded edge. To our knowledge, no regular issue coins have ever been struck with that combination. The brilliant surfaces are deeply mirrored in the fields and a fair amount of mint frost is seen over the devices. This piece was obviously double struck, as nickel is very difficult to fully strike up. Other patterns we have seen that were struck in nickel often do not have complete definition. Identifiable by a small, curved lint mark in the right obverse field close to star 10. Essentially flawless surfaces. (PCGS# 60996)

Bid Source: Live: Phone

Service NGC

Grade PR65

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $33,350.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5001 » Colonials

1652 3PENCE Oak Tree Threepence Fine 12 Scratched, Corroded Uncertified. Noe-28, Crosby 6-C, R.4. 15.4 grams. A slate-gray example that has a full date and denomination and nearly complete peripheral legends on the reverse. The obverse is well worn, with only the THV legible. Both sides have numerous faint pinscratches, perhaps applied to remove verdigris. The flan has a crack (as made) near 12 o'clock that approaches the center of the coin. Listed on page 17 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 18)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service Uncertified

Grade F12

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $488.75

Auction 318 | Lot 5002 » Colonials

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Large Planchet VF30 PCGS. Noe-9, R.6. 69.4 grains. By the time examples of Noe-9 were produced, the obverse die had been drastically reground, which probably accounts for the somewhat indistinct appearance of several features on that side of this coin. Indeed, the two Noe-9 Pine Tree Shillings that Stack's sold as lots 122 and 123 in the January 15, 2002 sale of the Hain Family Collection of Massachusetts Silver Coins are similar in appearance on the obverse. The reverse of the present representative is appreciably bolder with both sides displaying original toning in well blended lilac-gray and olive-gray shades. A few scattered distractions are noted, the largest of which is located on the obverse between the T and S in MASATHVSETS. Listed on page 18 of the 2003 Guide Book. (PCGS# 23)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service PCGS

Grade VF30

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $3,335.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5003 » Colonials

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Large Planchet AU53 PCGS. 70.5 grains. Noe-5, R.4. This variety is most easily attributed by the die break on the reverse that crosses the M in DOM from the outer circle of beads past the inner beaded border. Struck on a slightly wavy planchet, as often seen, the central device of the pine tree is especially sharp in its definition as is the date and denomination on the reverse. The surfaces are light gray overall and the devices are somewhat off center.

This coin has a feature that has afforded two of us (MVW and Warren Tucker) considerable interest and discussion. It appears that an off center brockage was used as a planchet for this coin. If the lower obverse rim is carefully examined a backward N and an M are apparent. However, these letters are incuse, which leads us to believe that the obverse was originally struck as a brockage. The minter most likely viewed this as a spoiled coin and reinserted it in the dies as a planchet. However, because the struck coin was off center in the opposite direction from the brockage, several of the letters from the brockage are still apparent. A fascinating coin and a piece that should be of even greater interest to the collector because of this striking anomaly. Listed on page 18 of the 2003 Guide Book. (PCGS# 23)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service PCGS

Grade AU53

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $6,325.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5004 » Colonials

1652 SHILNG Pine Tree Shilling, Small Planchet VF20 PCGS. 66.4 grains. Noe-29, R.3. An easily attributable variety as the lowest branches on both sides of the tree curve noticeably upward, and the M in MASATHVSETS is recut. This particular piece is struck off center with parts of the letters (sometimes all the letters) missing on each side. Light gray overall, the recesses are deeper in hue in the fields and around the devices. Several noticeable abrasions are seen on each side, the most obvious being located at the end of the third branch from the bottom on the left side of the tree. Listed on page 18 of the 2003 Guide Book. (PCGS# 24)

Bid Source: Internet

Service PCGS

Grade VF20

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $1,955.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5006 » Colonials

(1670-75) FARTH St. Patrick Farthing VF30 PCGS. Breen-208, no sea beasts below the king. The centers have a few trivial planchet flaws, as made, but this chestnut-brown example has generally attractive surfaces. Struck with nearly medal turn. Listed on page 20 of the 2003 Guide Book. (PCGS# 42)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service PCGS

Grade VF30

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $1,380.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5008 » Colonials

1723 PENNY Rosa Americana Penny VF20 Scratches Uncertified. Breen-121. The centers of both sides have deep pinscratches. Darker tan-brown patina, with a small planchet flaw (as made) at 4 o'clock on the reverse. The date is illegible because of an inadequate strike in that area. Listed on page 22 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 125)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service Uncertified

Grade VF20

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $92.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5010 » Colonials

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, No Period VF20 Corroded Uncertified. Breen-181. A darkly toned and moderately granular piece that has rich definition for the assigned grade. Listed on page 24 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 243)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service Uncertified

Grade VF20

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $57.50

Auction 318 | Lot 5026 » Colonials

1783 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Small US Fine 12 Corroded Uncertified. Crosby 2-B. A purple-brown representative with moderately rough surfaces. The rim has a small planchet flaw near 3 o'clock. The flan has a slight bend. Listed on page 34 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 801)

Bid Source: Internet

Service Uncertified

Grade F12

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $92.00

Auction 318 | Lot 5011 » Colonials

1787 1/2 C Massachusetts Half Cent VF20 PCGS. Ryder 1-D. A rare variety than is encountered far less often than Ryder 4-C. HALF CENT is nearly complete, and the eagle has bold plumage definition. The field below the eagle's left (facing) wing and behind the eagle's neck have small areas of darker verdigris. Listed on page 59 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 296)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service PCGS

Grade VF20

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $431.25

Auction 318 | Lot 5012 » Colonials

1787 1C Massachusetts Cent, Arrows in Left Talon Good 6 PCGS, Ryder 2b-A, the "Horned Eagle" variety, purple-brown in color with even wear and a hint of granularity, most of CENT is legible; 1788 Massachusetts Cent VG8 PCGS, Ryder 6-N, tan-brown fields and lilac devices, a couple of light abrasions; 1783 Washington & Independence Cent, Draped Bust, No Button Fine 12 PCGS, Baker-2, R.1, attractive for the grade with reddish-brown color and only a few tiny contact marks near the reverse center. Listed on pages 39, 40, and 58 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (Total: 3 )

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service PCGS

Grade G6

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $316.25

Auction 318 | Lot 5013 » Colonials

1787 1C Massachusetts Cent, Arrows in Left Talon XF40 Uncertified. Ryder 4-D. A mahogany-brown representative with richly detailed devices and only a hint of surface granularity. A well made and attractive state copper. (PCGS# 302)

Bid Source: Internet

Service Uncertified

Grade XF40

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $891.25

Auction 318 | Lot 5015 » Colonials

1785 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Bust Right Fine 12 Corroded Uncertified, M. 3.4-F.2, R.2. The obverse border has a small amount of olive verdigris, while the reverse and the obverse center have dark brown color. The reverse is somewhat rough, and the surfaces have occasional planchet streaks, as made. Listed on page 40 of the 2003 Guide Book.
From the Dr. Richard Tavernetti Collection. (PCGS# 316)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service Uncertified

Grade F12

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $92.00

Auction 318 | Lot 7895 » Additional US Coins » Additional Certified Coins

1786 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Mailed Bust Left VF20 Scratched Obverse SEGS (VF20 Scratched). M. 5.4-G, R.2. A glossy purple-brown Copper that has pinscratches in the lower right obverse field, on the portrait, and between CO in CONNEC. The reverse is struck a few degrees off center but is otherwise problem-free. Listed on page 41 of the 2003 Guide Book. (PCGS# 331)

Bid Source: Internet

Service Uncertified

Grade VF20

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $201.25

Auction 318 | Lot 5016 » Colonials

1786 COPPER Connecticut Copper, Hercules Head VF25 PCGS. M. 5.3-N, R.2. Medium purple-brown patina. Struck about 5% off center near 6 o'clock. The reverse die is very late stage, with sunken borders and heavy die clashes. ORI and CON from the obverse legends are incused into the lower reverse, as made. This final die stage is likely very scarce, especially with relatively sharp devices and uncorroded surfaces. (PCGS# 334)

Bid Source: Live: Floor

Service PCGS

Grade VF25

Auction Ended

May 3, 2003

Auction Archives

Sold For: $2,185.00