1873 G$1 CLOSED 3

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1873 Closed 3 MS 65 PCGS. Ex: Trompeter. Formerly sold as lot 19 of the landmark Ed Trompeter Sale (Superior, 2/92), where it was expertly cataloged and we paraphrase as follows: Apparently not struck from the 1866-72 die as it does not show the die file marks from the ringlet to the ear; also, die polish is noted in the feathers, and the dentils are widely spaced. Most of the 12 to 15 survivors show lint marks, including this piece which has a couple on the cheek, throat, near the chin, and near CA in AMERICA. These should not be considered as defects as they came from extraneous matter adhering to the die at the time of striking. Otherwise, the coin is boldly brought up, and Liberty is mildly contrasted against the reflective fields. Only 25 proofs were minted, all on February 18. The Closed 3 has long been one of the most underrated of all gold dollars. Thanks to Harry X Boosel, it has become one of the more celebrated rarities in the series. Finer than the Eliasberg and Garrett coins.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25DA, PCGS# 7574, GSID# 8036)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 1.67 grams
AGW: 0.04838oz
Mintage: 1,800

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