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Choice Proof 1885 Gold Dollar
Spectacular Cameo Specimen

1885 G$1 PR64 Cameo NGC. CAC. A reported mintage of 1,105 proof gold dollars was accomplished in 1885, but the majority of these pieces were never distributed, and most were melted after the end of the year. This delightful Choice example displays stark cameo contrast between the sharply detailed frosty devices and the deeply mirrored fields. Census: 36 in 64 (2 in 64+) Cameo, 68 finer (11/12).
From The Ives Devos Collection.(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25EV, PCGS# 87635, Greysheet# 8194)

Weight: 1.70 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2013
9th-14th Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
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Sold on Jan 11, 2013 for: $5,581.25
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