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Auction 450 | Lot 137 » Colonials

1781 TOKEN North American Token XF40 PCGS. Breen-1144. A lightly worn chocolate-brown example that exhibits softness on the highpoints. A number of planchet flaws appear near the legends on the reverse. Listed on page 69 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 12 in 40, 31 finer (1/07). (PCGS# 589)

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Auction 450 | Lot 690 » Quarters and Twenty Cents » Standing Liberty Quarters

1927-D 25C MS64 Full Head NGC. This lustrous near-Gem has moderate peripheral gold patina, while the centers remain untoned. Incidental contact cannot deny the eye appeal. A popular low mintage issue. (PCGS# 5763)

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Auction 450 | Lot 794 » Half Dollars » Seated Half Dollars

1882 50C PR67★ Cameo NGC. An extraordinary Superb Gem, this piece was given the coveted★ designation by NGC for its exceptional eye appeal. Both sides have vivid gold toning at the centers, gradually changing to russet, lilac, and light blue color as the borders are approached. A small abrasion in the left obverse field is all that keeps this from an even higher grade. Only three examples of this date have been certified at the PR68 grade level by NGC, including one Cameo and one Ultra Cameo example. Although side-by-side comparison would be necessary to individually rank such pieces, we believe that this piece is among the 10 finest examples of this date, certified or not. (PCGS# 86443)

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Auction 450 | Lot 77 » Silver and Related Dollars » Morgan Dollars

1893 $1 MS66 PCGS. Only the slightest pale gold toning can be seen on each side of this beauty. The strike on this example is above average, and the eye appeal is exceptional. The connoisseur will truly appreciate this piece, especially when the typical appearance of the date is considered. Proof examples are usually lightly struck, thus such coins provide a poor alternative for this date.

Due to the rarity of the famous 1893-S Morgan dollar, all four issues of the year are considered important. In addition to the '93-S, the 1893-O dollar is extremely rare in Mint State grades, leaving only the 1893-P and CC issues for one-per-year collectors, and the Carson City Mint coins have their own loyal following. Compared to these other issues, the 1893 Morgan dollar seems to be somewhat underrated. But make no mistake, this issue is a rarity in its own right, especially in Gem or finer grade.

Only 378,000 examples were coined in Philadelphia during the year, with a total production of fewer than 1.5 million coins at all mints. Five different varieties are recorded in Van Allen-Mallis, all of a minor nature. Regarding distribution of this date, Dave Bowers remarked: "Not much is known about early releases of 1893 Morgan dollars, except that the low mintage attracted numismatic interest. Worn coins were plentiful in bank holdings and in circulation. Some bags were liberated in the early 1950s, by which time the date was numismatically scarce. A few bags came out in 1962-1964, but the issue remained scarce." Population: 3 in 66, 1 finer (2/07).
From The Jackson Hole Collection. (PCGS# 7220)

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Auction 450 | Lot 90 » Silver and Related Dollars » Morgan Dollars

1897-O $1 MS66 PCGS. This piece is housed in an older green-label holder and exhibits light gold toning over satiny silver surfaces. It is sharply struck and highly appealing. Here is another date that is conditionally rare; the '97-O is common enough in circulated grades, rare in Mint State grades, and extremely rare in Gem or finer, although such pieces do exist, as illustrated here. Gems are typically boldly struck with exceptional mint luster.

Total production for this issue exceeded 4 million coins from 22 die pairs that were sent from Philadelphia to New Orleans, according to official records. It is possible that some additional reverse dies remained from 1896. If the entire production resulted from those 22 die pairs, the typical below-average appearance of strike is easily explained. Just seven varieties were recorded in VAM, all of a minor nature.

In The Official Red Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, Dave Bowers noted: "The 1897-O is a cherrypicker's dream. Most are poorly or lightly struck, and on most the luster is below par as well. However, there are exceptions. While others buy certified coins of blah quality, you can track down a nice one, say hand-picked MS63. A Choice MS64 or a Gem MS65 is expensive, and not easily ordered just anywhere!" Bowers continued on this theme: "Strike ranges from poor to below average, not a good sign, but enough sharp pieces exist that with searching one can be found. The luster on the 1897-O usually is dull and lifeless, mounting a challenge to be combined with searching for a sharp strike." Alternatively, the connoisseur can easily acquire this coin when it crosses the auction block, and eliminate any need for a long search. Certified in a green-label holder. Population: 5 in 66, 2 finer (2/07).
From The Jackson Hole Collection. (PCGS# 7248)

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Auction 450 | Lot 123 » Colonials

1662 2PENCE Oak Tree Twopence XF40 NGC. Noe-29, Crosby 1-A2, R.6. 12.0 grains. This lovely twopence has a fully defined tree and rich lavender-gray toning. The obverse is moderately misaligned toward 6 o'clock, but the reverse is perfectly centered and has complete peripheral legends. The moderate wave imparted by the rocker press caused a soft impression on the 2 in the date, and wispy marks are present near 1 o'clock on the obverse. Listed on page 36 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 17)

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Auction 450 | Lot 124 » Colonials

(1670-75) FARTH St. Patrick Farthing--Corroded--NCS. VF Details. Breen-208. No distinguishing marks or figures appear below the king. Moderately worn and struck on a well-centered planchet, though the chocolate-brown and ebony surfaces display extensive corrosion. (PCGS# 42)

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Auction 450 | Lot 125 » Colonials

(1694) TOKEN London Elephant Token, LON DON VF25 PCGS. Breen-190, Hodder 2-D. The "Godless" LON DON Elephant token is significantly more rare than the usual GOD PRESERVE LONDON variety. The present piece is only the third to appear in a Heritage auction this decade. A chocolate-brown example with a clear elephant and a worn reverse center. A small roundish pit touches the left shield border, and the reverse is moderately granular. Listed on page 44 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 1 in 25, 4 finer (9/06). (PCGS# 67)

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Auction 450 | Lot 126 » Colonials

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS63 Brown PCGS. Breen-150. A smooth golden-brown piece with moderate planchet granularity in the centers. Struck a few degrees off center toward 3 o'clock. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 30 in 63, 26 finer (2/07). (PCGS# 180)

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Auction 450 | Lot 127 » Colonials

1723 1/2P Hibernia Halfpenny MS64 Brown PCGS. No stop before H, Small 3. Breen-159, his "Beaded Cincture" variety with several tiny beads on the waist of the seated effigy. This well struck golden-brown near-Gem displays peripheral glimpses of mint red, and is splendidly free from contact. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 180)

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Auction 450 | Lot 128 » Colonials

1766 1/2P Pitt Halfpenny XF45 PCGS. Breen-251. Chocolate-brown with steel-blue highpoints. The right borders and the center of the ship are somewhat soft, but the portrait is bold, as are most legends. Listed on page 48 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 17 in 45, 38 finer (2/07). (PCGS# 236)

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Auction 450 | Lot 129 » Colonials

1773 1/2P Virginia Halfpenny, Period MS61 Brown PCGS. Newman 27-J. A mildly prooflike piece that boasts rich olive, navy-blue, and tan patina. Crisply struck, and free from obvious marks. Listed on page 43 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 240)

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Auction 450 | Lot 143 » Colonials

1787 PIECE Immunis Columbia Piece, Eagle Reverse XF45 PCGS. Crosby Pl. VIII, 8. Breen-1137. Medium brown and without the usual spots or surface problems. The strike is characteristically soft at the center, as usual for these small-flan pieces, with the lower portions of the date off the edge. A pair of slender planchet flaws are found on the reverse, one at the top of the branch, the other on the eagle's chest. A scarce issue, listed on page 53 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 841)

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Auction 450 | Lot 132 » Colonials

1786 COPPER Vermont Copper, VERMONTENSIUM XF40 PCGS. RR-6, Bressett 4-D, R.2. An attractive reddish-brown example. The centers and right border are sharp, while the left border is softly defined. The margins have a few mint-made planchet streaks, but the surfaces are nearly unmarked aside from a faint abrasion on the rising sun. Struck with medal turn. Population: 19 in 40, 27 finer (2/07). (PCGS# 545)

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Auction 450 | Lot 133 » Colonials

1787 COPPER Vermont Copper, BRITANNIA XF45 PCGS. RR-13, Bressett 17-V, R.1. The indistinct Britannia obverse is decisive and diagnostic for this pre-Federal issue. Lightly worn with pleasing definition on the olive-brown portrait. Population: 6 in 45, 12 finer (2/07). (PCGS# 554)

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Auction 450 | Lot 134 » Colonials

1783 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays, Small US MS63 Brown PCGS. Crosby 2-B, R.2. Sharply detailed with lustrous chocolate and steel-brown surfaces. Considerable fine pitting is evident on the obverse, but does not take away from the overall eye appeal of this impressive representative. Listed on page 52 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 801)

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Auction 450 | Lot 135 » Colonials

1785 COPPER Nova Constellatio Copper, Pointed Rays AU50 PCGS. Crosby 3-B, R.2. This smooth medium brown example is struck a few degrees off center toward 10 o'clock, but all legends are intact. Listed on page 52 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 813)

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Auction 450 | Lot 138 » Colonials

(1792-94) TOKEN Kentucky Token, Plain Edge AU58 PCGS. Breen-1155. A dusky golden-brown example that has an even strike on the scroll. Generally smooth, although a thin planchet streak beneath THE and a small obverse spot are noted. Listed on page 71 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 614)

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Auction 450 | Lot 139 » Colonials

1794 TOKEN Franklin Press Token AU58 PCGS. Breen-1165. A medium brown piece with traces of red within obverse crevices. Unmarked, although a hint of dark buildup is noted. The die breaks within the press and LIBERTAS are well advanced. Listed on page 72 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 630)

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Auction 450 | Lot 140 » Colonials

1796 MEDAL Castorland Medal, Silver AU50 PCGS. Breen-1058. Rich dove-gray and golden-brown toning drapes this moderately circulated Early American piece. The fields are slightly cloudy, and "#99" is faintly entered onto the right reverse field. Struck from original perfect dies, with CA in CASTORLAND low, and the first U below G in FRUGUM. Listed on page 74 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 653)

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Auction 450 | Lot 141 » Colonials

1783 TOKEN Georgivs Triumpho Token AU50 PCGS. Baker-7. Unlike most examples, the present piece is from early dies, without an indication of the prominent vertical break from the grate. A golden-brown piece with a few wispy marks on the upper reverse field, and a minute rim ding at 1:30. Listed on page 75 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 10 in 50, 24 finer (2/07).

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Auction 450 | Lot 142 » Colonials

1783 1C Washington & Independence Cent, Large Military Bust AU58 PCGS. Baker-4, R.1. This mahogany-brown representative has close to medal turn. The devices show scant evidence of wear, and both sides are impressively unabraded. Listed on page 75 of the 2007 Guide Book. Population: 21 in 58, 12 finer (2/07).

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Auction 450 | Lot 136 » Federal Contract Coinage

1787 1C Fugio Cent, STATES UNITED, Raised Rim VF35 PCGS. Newman 12-Z.1, R.6. Although PCGS has certified this as an ordinary STATES UNITED variety, this is the rare variety with large letters in WE ARE ONE. A lovely chocolate-brown piece, smooth aside from a hair-thin mint-made flan defect near 5 o'clock on the reverse. Struck from medal turn dies. Listed on page 83 of the 2007 Guide Book. (PCGS# 895)

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Auction 450 | Lot 144 » Half Cents

1793 1/2 C --Corroded, Damaged--ANACS. AG3 Details. C-3, B-3, R.3. This first-year half cent is only mildly porous, given its AG3 sharpness. LIBERTY is bold, while the date and the reverse legends are faint, although most letters and digits are legible. Thin marks are noted along the profile and the left obverse border. EAC 2. (PCGS# 1000)

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Auction 450 | Lot 145 » Half Cents

1793 1/2 C VF25 PCGS. C-2, B-2, R.3. This attractively detailed first-year half cent has chocolate-brown fields and gunmetal-gray highpoints. Evaluation beneath a loupe locates a few wispy marks, along with a couple of tiny obverse edge nicks, but these are unimportant for the grade. EAC 8. (PCGS# 1000)

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