1887 $3 PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4....

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1887 Three Dollar, PR67 Deep Cameo
Unusual Proof Struck in Medallic Turn
Sole Finest at PCGS

1887 $3 PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4. Ex: Simpson. While lesser 1887 three dollar proofs are somewhat available from an estimated 90 to 110 known survivors, a small number of 1887 proofs are recognized as error proof gold issues and highly sought as such. Only a few proofs were erroneously struck with medal alignment instead of the normal "coin turn." The Mint soon identified the mistake, then compounded its error by sending the misstruck coins back through the proofing press, where they were given at least one more impression in regular coin alignment. Ghostlike remnants of the initial strike remain on a handful of proof 1887 threes as a result.

An even smaller number of proofs escaped the ill-advised remedy and display the medal alignment, of which this splendid Deep Cameo example is tied for the finest certified. While the error is not identified on the PCGS holder, Bob Simpson surely was aware of the anomaly and added this beautiful proof to his collection. It is a virtually flawless Superb Gem Deep Cameo proof. We note three small, Mint-made planchet flakes on Liberty's portrait that pedigree the piece. The strike is razor-sharp, while canary-gold color glistens from the finely textured, deeply mirrored surfaces. Population: 2 in 67 Deep Cameo, 0 finer (3/21).(Registry values: P1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28AW, PCGS# 98051, Greysheet# 8771)

Weight: 5.02 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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