1891 $10

Description

Deeply Cameoed Gem 1891 Proof Eagle

1891 $10 PR 65 PCGS. Ex: Bass. This coin was previously offered as lot 7785 in our October 2000 Long Beach Signature Sale, where it was described as: "Equally as rare as the 1889, the 1891 proof eagle exists to the extent of perhaps 15 coins today. It seems logical that many of the 48 proofs produced this year remained unsold at year's end and were subsequently melted. This is a simply stunning example with pronounced cameo contrast. Richly frosted, the devices are fully struck over every feature. The fields are deeply mirrored and both sides display even orange-gold coloration. As a die characteristic, we note that the curls at the back of Liberty's neck have been weakened considerably by die polishing. A small grease stain (as struck) over the lowest arrowhead on the reverse is the most useful pedigree marker."
Ex: United States Gold Collection (Bowers & Ruddy, 10/82), lot 795; Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection (Bowers & Merena, 10/99), lot 1625, where it realized $36,800.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28FW, PCGS# 8831, GSID# 9690)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 16.72 grams
AGW: 0.48375oz
Mintage: 48

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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