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1878 25C PR68★ NGC. Briggs 4-D....

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1878 Quarter, PR68★
Sole Finest, Extraordinary Quality
Ex: Newman, NGC Plate Coin

1878 25C PR68★ NGC. Briggs 4-D. Ex: Eric P. Newman Collection. Struck in the year the Morgan (or "Bland," as it was known at the time) dollar was introduced, the 1878 proof Seated quarters were struck to the extent of just 800 coins. This coin is the sole finest certified of the issue, regardless of any other qualifiers -- and the Star for superb eye appeal is absolutely justified. This piece, like so many other of the Newman Seated quarters, is the plate coin currently used to depict the issue on NGC Coin Explorer. The Mint was gradually perfecting the art of proof coinage by the late 1870s, but few 19th century proofs can match the quality and eye appeal of this example. This incredible 1878 quarter graded PR68★ displays undeniable elements of contrast, especially on the reverse, where the richly frosted devices seem to float on deeply reflective fields. The patina is familiar and readily identifies the Eric P. Newman pedigree. Amber-gold graces the obverse center with purplish-blue iridescence near the rim, while the reverse exhibits less intense color, predominantly at the borders. The strike and preservation are equally impeccable.
Ex: Eric P. Newman Collection, Part II (Heritage, 11/2013), lot 33201; Eugene H. Gardner Collection, Part III (Heritage, 5/2015), lot 98390.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23XA, PCGS# 5579, Greysheet# 5345)

Weight: 6.25 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Auction Info

2021 August 18 - 22 ANA WFOM US Coins Signature Auction #1333 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
August, 2021
18th-22nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 9
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Sold on Aug 18, 2021 for: $20,400.00
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