1900 $10 PR66+ Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. JD-1, Low R.5....

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1900 Eagle, PR66+ Deep Cameo
Phenomenal Contrast and Eye Appeal

1900 $10 PR66+ Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. JD-1, Low R.5. Ex: Simpson. The Liberty Head eagle series experienced its highest proof production in the series in 1900. It does not require much of a stretch of the imagination to conclude that the turn of the new century heightened demand for these exotic coins. In all, 120 ten dollar gold proofs were struck compared to 230 half eagles and 124 double eagles. Clearly, those that survived, roughly 50 to 65 coins by John Dannreuther's estimate, were carefully preserved as first-year souvenirs of the 20th century.

The PCGS Population Report documents 41 examples of the 1900 proof eagle in all, including 26 submissions in non-Cameo, three in Cameo, and 12 in Deep Cameo. The latter total, 12 Deep Cameo proofs, is the highest number in that contrast category for any Liberty Head ten dollar issue in the entire series, including the famously well-made proofs struck during the last few years of the 19th century. The relative availability of the 1900 eagle, particularly with stark field-device contrast, makes it a perfect choice to represent the Coronet type in proof format, though such coins are by no means common, especially in PR66+.

The Bob Simpson 1900 proof eagle is a glittering Plus-designated Premium Gem that certainly competes for a spot on the Condition Census. The fields on each side have a distinctly jet-black and finely textured appearance, setting up terrific contrast against the frosted Gobrecht-designed motifs. Coloration is rich yellow-gold, and both sides are free of contact. Population: 4 in 66 (4 in 66+) Deep Cameo, 3 finer. CAC: 3 in 66, 4 finer (11/21).(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28G7, PCGS# 98840, Greysheet# 9719)

Weight: 16.72 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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