the september 8, 2009 pre-long beach auction

SESSION 5, SMALL CENTS THROUGH SILVER DOLLARSTuesday, Sept 8, 12:00 PM Crowne Plaza HotelLots 2426-3100

SESSION 7, PATTERNS THROUGH U.S. GOLDTuesday, Sept 8, 7:00 PM, Crowne Plaza HotelLots 3305-3618

SESSION 6, CURRENCYTuesday, Sept 8, Approx 5:00 PM Crowne Plaza HotelLots 3101-3304

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Sale 54, SEPTEMBER 8, 2009UNITED STATES COINS & CURRENCY

SESSION 4, COLONIALS THROUGH LARGE CENTSTuesday, Sept 8, 10:00 AM Crowne Plaza Hotel Lots 2203-2425 THE CROWNE PLAZA BEVERLY HILLS

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THE PRE-LONG BEACH AUCTION

Lot # Bid Amount Lot # Bid Amount Lot # Bid Amount Lot # Bid Amount

BIDS UNDER 50% OF LOW ESTIMATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTEDFor additional bid sheets, please photocopy this page before entering bids.

$0-99$100-299$300-499$500-999$1K-1999$2K-3999$4K-7,999$8K-17999

ABSENTEE BIDSIf you are unable to attend the auction in person, and wish to place bids, you may give Ira & Larry Goldberg’s bid department instructions to bid on your behalf. Our representatives will try to purchase the lot for the lowest price possible, and will not purchase the lot for more than you indicate. This service is free and confi dential. Note: Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles offers this service as a convenience to clients who are unable to attend the sale in person, and although we will make every effort, we will not be responsible for error or failure to execute bids.

PLACING ABSENTEE BIDSTo place bids, please use the Absentee Bidder Form provided in this catalog. Be sure to accurately put the lot number and the maximum price you are willing to pay on each lot. Always indicate a top limit or the amount which you would bid if you were attending the auction in person. This amount should not include the buyers commission noted in chapter 16 of the “Terms and Conditions of sale”.

MAIL BIDSWhen bidding by mail, you frequently purchase lots for less than your maximum bid. On the fl oor of the auction, bidding will open at 5-10% above the second highest mail bid: We act on your behalf as the highest mail bidder. If the auctioneer recognizes no other bids from the fl oor, you will be awarded the lot at the opening bid. If bidding proceeds from the fl oor, the company, acting as your agent, bids in increments over the previous bid. This process is continued until you are awarded the lot or you are outbid by the fl oor.

LIMIT BIDDERSIf you have a “limit” that you must stay within you must clearly notate this limit on your bid sheet. We will buy your lots as inexpensively as possible but will not exceed your “limit”.

“OR BIDS”Alternative bids should be indicated by using the word “OR” between the lot numbers. Then if your bid on an early lot is successful, we will not continue to bid on any other lots for you. Or, if your early bids are unsuccessful, we will continue to execute bids for alternative lots until a bid is successful. Bids must always be placed in the same order as the lot numbers

appear in the catalog.

TELEPHONE BIDSBids may be placed by telephone, but are accepted only at Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles discretion and at the risk of the telephone bidder. We will not be responsible for error or failure to notify the customer in a timely manner during the auction. The telephone bidder must notify the company at least 24 hours prior to auction all lots the bidder is interested in bidding on. The telephone bidder should have a preconceived idea of the top limit that he/she would like to bid prior to auction. In some instances, the representative of the company will request this information at the time of auction. This information assists us in the bidding process by giving us a range to stay active in the bidding. We will not notify the auctioneer of your limit and will buy your lot at the lowest price possible.

INTERNET BIDDINGPlease note that as of January 2009, Ebay Live bidding will not be available for every auction hereafter. You may bid live and view our online catalogues on our website or on ICollector at www.iCollector.com (where additional terms & conditions apply). Go to www.goldbergcoins.com and click BIDDING in the menu to learn how to bid online and to try out our live bidding demo. You may also read our terms & conditions here, as well as download our Bidding and Bidder Credit Reference Forms. You must be registered with our fi rm to be able to participate in the internet bidding process. This service is free and confi dential. Please note that Live Bids are executed LIVE on the fl oor. Goldberg is not responsible for any missed lots due to network speed or down time.

BUYER’S PREMIUMThe “top limit” you indicate on your bid form is for the hammer price only. Please keep in mind that a buyer’s premium will be added to the successful bid price of each lot you buy and is payable by you, together with the applicable sales tax and shipping charges which is applied to the total cost of your purchase (the total cost

includes the buyer’s premium).

SUCCESSFUL BIDSSuccessful bidders will be notifi ed and invoiced within a few days of the sale. Prices realized are posted on our website immediately following each session, and are subject to change until the completion of the sale.

All bids must be received 6 business hours prior to the Auction Session. Your Absentee Bid Form should contain bids for one sale only; the sale name and sale number should appear at the top. Please place your bids as early as possible. In the event of identical bids, the earliest

bid received will take precedence.

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our guarantees, billing, shipping, and return policies.

GUIDE FOR ABSENTEE BIDDERSSUGGESTED BIDDING INCREMENTS$5$10$20$25$50$100$250$500

$500K- + $10K$25K

$1,000$2500$5000

$18K-49,999$50K-99,999$100K-249K$250K-499,999

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

These Terms and Conditions of Sale set forth the terms of a public auction sale conducted in Beverly Hills, Cali-fornia by Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc., a Nevada corporation, California Auction Bond No. 3S95453300 (hereinafter, the “Auctioneer” or “Goldberg”). The Terms and Conditions of sale, the glossary, if any, and all other contents of this catalog are subject to amendment by us by the posting of notices or by oral an-nouncements made during the sale.

By participating in any sale, you acknowledge that you are bound by these terms and conditions.

1 This catalog contains the descrip-tion of property of multiple consignors (the “Consignors”), and may include consignments from Goldberg, its principals, and affi liated or related companies and their employees, of-fi cers, or principals. All persons seeking to bid, whether in person, through an agent or employee, or by telephone, facsimile or mail, must have a catalogue and register to bid at the auction, either by completing a registration card or by completing the bid sheet incorpo-rated into the catalogue. The Purchaser ac-knowledges that an invoice describing a lot by number incorporates the catalogue by refer-ence.

2 By submitting a bid, whether in per-son, by mail, by phone, by facsimile or through an employee or agent, the Bidder acknowl-edges (i) receipt of the catalogue, (ii) that the Bidder has read the Terms and Conditions of Sale and the descriptions for the lots on which they have bid, and (iii) that they agree to ad-here to these Terms and Conditions of Sale. Acceptance of Bids: Anyone wishing to place bids on lots who will not be attending the live auction must submit their bid(s) at least six (6) business hours prior to the auction session. Bidder is responsible for verifying said bids were received by Goldberg.

3 Each Bidder’s determination of it’s bid should be based upon its own examina-tion of the item(s), rather than the grade repre-sented in this Catalogue or elsewhere. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE PURCHASER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF VALU-ATION CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PUR-CHASES. All Floor Bidders acknowledge that the Auctioneer can decline to accept bids from the a Floor Bidder who is known to have not, in fact, examined the lot prior to the sale.

4 All material shall be sold in sepa-rate lots to the highest Bidder as determined by Auctioneer. If any dispute arises during or immediately after the sale of a lot, Auc-tioneer shall have the right to rescind the lot

offered and put the lot up for sale again. In all cases, Auctioneer’s decision shall be fi -nal. For the protection of any Mail Bidder, no “unlimited” or “buy” bids will be accepted. Goldberg shall have the right in its sole and absolute discretion to reject any such bid re-ceived. When identical bids are received for a lot, preference is given to the fi rst bid re-ceived as determined by the Auctioneer. A mail bid will take precedence over an identical fl oor bid; a Floor Bidder must bid higher than the highest mail bid to be awarded any lot.

5 Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. No lot will be broken up unless the Auctioneer de-termines otherwise. Lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless Auctioneer directs otherwise.

6 All lots may carry a reserve. For purposes of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, a reserve means a confi dential price be-low which the Auctioneer will not sell an item or will re-purchase on behalf of the Consignor or for the account of Goldberg.

7 The Auctioneer may open the bid-ding on any lot by placing a bid on behalf of the seller; a Bidder by mail, telephone or facsimile; or any other participant in the sale. The Auctioneer may also bid on behalf of the Consignor up to the amount of the reserve, by (i) accepting bids from fl oor agents on behalf of the Consignor, or any affi liated or related company of the Auctioneer or the Consignor; (ii) by placing successive or consecutive bids for any lot; or (iii) by placing bids in response to other Bidders.

8 Auctioneer reserves the right, at his sole discretion, (i) to accept or decline any bid, (ii) to accept or decline any challenge to any bid or bidding increment, (iii) to reduce any mail bid received, (iv) to open the bidding of a lot at any level deemed appropriate by the Auctioneer, and (v) to determine the prevail-ing bid. Bids will not be knowingly accepted from persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent contain-

ing an acknowledgment that the Terms and Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder.

9 It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another bidder to pay less than the fair value for a lot. Bidders in the sale acknowledge that the law provides for substantial penalties in the form of treble damages and attorneys’ fees and costs for those who violate these provisions.

10 Goldberg reserves the right to with-draw any lot at any time, even after the ham-mer has fallen, until the Purchaser has taken physical possession of the lot. No Consignor who has registered to bid at the sale (or at any other time unless otherwise provided in the consignment agreement), or any Purchaser or prospective Bidder shall have a right to claim any damages, direct, consequential or other-wise, if a lot is withdrawn, even after the sale.

11 GOLDBERG IS NOT RESPON-SIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is for an amount (plus the fi fteen percent (15%) Buyer’s Commission) that he or she is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile or other electronic media and in person) will be pres-ent, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and the Auctioneer has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake.

12 THIS IS NOT AN APPROVAL SALE. All lots sold to the highest Bidder as determined by Auctioneer are fi nal. Floor Bid-ders are encouraged to carefully examine all lots which they are interested in purchasing because all sales of items viewed by Purchas-ers in advance of a sale, even if the sale is by mail, telephone or facsimile, and all lots bid upon by the Floor Bidders, together with all those presenting Goldberg with a resale cer-

tifi cate, out of state resale certifi cate, or simi-lar evidence that they are acting as a dealer ARE FINAL AND SUCH ITEMS MAY NOT BE RETURNED. If the description of any lot in the catalogue is incorrect, the lot is returnable if returned within fi ve (5) calendar days of re-ceipt, and received by Goldberg no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the sale date. No return or refund of any auction lot will be considered except by reason of lack of authenticity, unless otherwise provided in these Terms and Conditions of Sale. All lots are sold under the condition that any claims challenging grading, authenticity or methods of manufacture must be made in writing within fi ve (5) calendar days of receipt of material. All disputed lots must be returned intact as re-ceived in their original, sealed and unopened container. Late remittance or removal of any lot from its original container constitutes just cause for revocation of all return privileges for any reason.

13 All prospective Bidders who are al-lowed the opportunity to examine lots prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsi-bility for any damage they cause in so doing. Goldberg shall have sole discretion in deter-mining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bid-der.

14 Title to any lot remains with Con-signor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Purchaser. Goldberg reserves the right to require pay-ment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Purchaser.

15 It is the Purchaser’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in his or her possession. Purchaser as-sumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Purchaser’s possession.

16 BUYER’S COMMISSION OF FIF-TEEN PERCENT (15%) will be added to all purchases made by all Purchasers, except Consignors, regardless of Purchaser’s affi lia-tion with any group or organization, and will be based upon the total amount of the fi nal bid.

17 Pursuant to a separate agreement with Auctioneer, Consignors or their agents may be permitted to bid on their own lots in the sale and may receive a rebate commission in whole or in part if successful. Under some circumstances, Goldberg may agree with a Consignor (i) not to require the Consignor to pay for all or part of any items bid upon or

re-purchased by the Consignor; (ii) when or where an advance has been made, to have the Consignor pay an agreed upon difference to Goldberg; or (iii) to allow an offset against other transactions with Consignor. Where the Consignor has re-purchased a lot and the lot is either returned to the Consignor or other-wise dealt with or disposed of in accordance with the Consignor’s direction, or pursuant to contractual agreement, Goldberg reserves the right to so note in the prices realized or to omit a price from the price realized. Every Con-signor who registers to bid in the sale, wheth-er to “protect” a lot, or for any other purpose, agrees to all other Terms and Conditions of Sale per this agreement.

18 Lots must be paid for within 14 days of receipt of invoice or delivery. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, auction sales are strictly cash above $2,500.00 in U.S. Funds payable through a bank in the United States. Contact Goldberg for wiring instructions be-fore sending a wire. Goldberg reserves the right to decline to release lots for which funds have not yet cleared. Credit card (Visa & Mastercard only) purchases will be accepted on totals not exceeding $2,500. On any cash transaction or series of transaction exceeding $10,000, Treasury Form 8300 may be fi led.

19 Purchaser agrees to promptly pay, on demand, any sales tax, or any other tax, if required by law to be collected, postage, han-dling, and shipping insurance plus the fi fteen percent (15%) Buyer’s Commission, and any other taxes required by law to be charged or collected, together with any interest or pen-alty that may be assessed.

20 Purchaser grants to Goldberg or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due Purchaser by Goldberg, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Pur-chaser in possession or control of Goldberg or from any sums due to Purchaser by Goldberg. Purchaser further grants Goldberg a pur-chase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reason-ably necessary to grant Goldberg such secu-rity interest. Purchaser agrees that Goldberg and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Purchaser and in the possession of Goldberg, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. 21 By bidding in this sale, Purchaser personally and unconditionally guarantees

payment. If the Purchaser is a corporation, the offi cers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Purchaser who is present at the sale shall pro-vide Goldberg or its agent, prior to the com-mencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and offi cer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due Goldberg.

22 No bids will be accepted from Floor Bidders and Mail Bidders who have not previ-ously established credit with Goldberg unless they fi rst (i) furnish satisfactory credit referenc-es or (ii) deposit at least twenty-fi ve percent (25%) of their total bids for that session(s), or such other amounts as Goldberg may require, in its sole and absolute discretion. Any de-posits made pursuant to this paragraph will be applied to such Bidders purchases. Any un-used portion of such deposit will be promptly refunded upon clearance of the funds.

23 On any accounts past due, Goldberg reserves the right to extend credit and impose periodic charges, pursuant to these Terms and Conditions of Sale or as set forth in the Purchaser’s invoice. If the auction invoice is not paid in full when due, the unpaid balance will earn interest at the rate of one-and-one-half percent (1 1/2%) per month until paid. In the event this interest rate exceeds the inter-est permitted by law, the same shall be ad-justed to the maximum rate permitted by law. Goldberg further reserves the right to resell the merchandise, or to have an affi liated or related company do so. Purchaser agrees to pay all reasonable attorneys’ fees, court costs and other collection costs incurred by Goldberg or any affi liated or related company to collect past due invoices, including reasonable costs of any resale of the merchandise. Purchaser also agrees to pay the difference between the resale price and any previous disbursements. Money realized from the resale shall be ap-plied as follows: (i) to pay sums due to the consignor, (ii) to pay Goldberg standard com-missions and fees for the resale, (iii) to pay Goldberg any sums owed to it by purchaser, and the remainder, if any, will be paid to the Purchaser. Goldberg reserves the right to as-sign its interest to any third party.

24 Goldberg may at its sole and ab-solute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Purchasers.

25 The Auctioneer may bid for his or its own account at any auction (even though it may not be required to pay a Buyer’s Commis-sion, or other charges that other Purchasers may be required to pay) and may have access to information concerning the lots and items contained therein that is not otherwise avail-able to the public. Any confl ict of interest or claim of competitive advantage resulting there-from is expressly waived by all participants in the sale.

26 If a dispute arises concerning owner-ship of a lot that has been bid upon, Goldberg reserves the right to commence a statutory interpleader proceeding at the expense of the Consignor and successful Purchaser and any other applicable party, and in such event Gold-bergs shall be entitled to its reasonable attor-ney’s fees and costs.

27 In the event of a successful chal-lenge to the title to any goods purchased, Goldberg agrees to reimburse any Purchaser in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid by Purchaser at auction plus any Buyer’s Commission actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, such re-imbursement once tendered by Goldberg, re-lieves and releases Goldberg from any respon-sibility whatsoever to the Purchaser, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned.

28 Goldberg reserves the right to post-pone the auction sale or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bid-der shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.

DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES

ALL ITEMS OFFERED IN THIS CATALOGUE ARE GUARANTEED TO BE GENUINE. THIS IS A LIMITED WARRANTY THAT THE ITEM SOLD IS NOT COUNTERFEIT, THAT ITS DATE OR MINTMARK HAS NOT BEEN AL-TERED AND THAT THE COIN HAS NOT BEEN “REPAIRED.”

29 Any other warranty is expressly dis-claimed; Goldberg offers no representation that a numismatic item has or has not been cleaned; that any toning is natural or artifi cial; that any coin will meet the standards or grade of any independent grading service; that any item has a particular provenance or pedigree, or that a numismatic item is struck or produced in a particular style. Any statement concerning

such matters refl ects an opinion only. Ques-tions regarding the minting of a coin as a proof or as a business strike relate to the method of manufacture and not to authenticity.

a. The descriptions contained herein represent the Cataloger’s good faith opinion, or the opinion of an independent grading service, as to the state of preservation and strike. When a grade from an independent grading service is utilized, the information is provided strictly for the convenience of the bidder by mail, tele-phone or facsimile. Bidders and Purchasers acknowledge that (i) grading is an art, not a sci-ence; (ii) the grades contained in the catalogue represent the opinion of the Auctioneer based upon its experience; (iii) it is possible that two people will not always grade the same items alike; and (iv) as market conditions change, grading standards change, and will most likely continue to do so in the future.

NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY GRADE DESCRIPTION, WHICH IS MERELY AN OPINION THAT IS LIKELY TO DIFFER, EVEN AMONG EX-PERTS. PURCHASER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS CONCERNING AND RELATED TO THE GRADING OF A LOT BY AN INDEPEN-DENT GRADING SERVICE.

b. Grading or condition of rare coins may have a material effect on the value of the item(s) purchased; and the opinion of third par-ties (including independent grading services) may differ from the independent grading ser-vice’s opinion or interpretation of Goldberg. Goldberg shall not be bound by any prior or subsequent opinion, determination or certifi ca-tion by any independent grading service.

c. All oral and written statements made by Goldberg and its employees (including af-fi liated and related companies) are statements of opinion only, and are not warranties or rep-resentations of any kind, unless stated as a specifi c written warranty, and no employee or agent of Goldberg has authority to vary or alter these Terms and Conditions of Sale. Any al-teration shall be effective only if in writing and signed by an offi cer of Goldberg authorized to do so.

d. Bidders shall have no recourse against the Consignor for any reason whatso-ever.

e. Notwithstanding anything to the

contrary in these Terms and Conditions of Sale, COINS LISTED IN ANY CATALOGUE GRADED BY PCGS, NGC, ICG, SEGS, AC-CUGRADE, PCI, NTC OR ANACS CACHET MAY NOT BE RETURNED FOR ANY REA-SON WHATSOEVER. Please note that lack of a CAC seal does not necessarily mean that a coin was rejected. Not all coins were submitted for examination.

30 By bidding in the sale, (whether in person, by mail, telephone or facsimile, or through an agent), Bidder expressly consents to the following

WAIVER AND RELEASES

Purchaser, for himself, his heirs, agents, suc-cessors and assigns, generally and specifi cally waives and releases, and forever discharges Goldberg, and its respective affi liates, parents, shareholders, agents, subsidiaries, employees, members of their respective boards of directors, and each of them, and their respective succes-sors and assigns from any and all claims, rights, demands and causes of action and suites, of whatever kind or nature, whether in law or eq-uity, whether known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected, which Purchaser may claim to have with respect to and/or arising out of, or in connection with any challenge to the title to any good purchased, the sale itself and/or the auc-tion, except for reimbursement in the amount equal to any bid actually paid by Purchaser, plus any Buyer’s Commission actually paid by Purchaser where such reimbursement is au-thorized in these Terms and Conditions of Sale. It is the intention of Purchaser that this waiver and release shall be effective as a bar to each and every claim, demand, cause of action and suit that may arise hereunder, and Purchaser hereby knowingly and voluntarily waives any and all rights and benefi ts otherwise conferred upon him by the provisions of the California Civil Code, which reads in full as follows:

“A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS WHICH THE CREDITOR DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN HIS FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE RELEASE, WHICH IF KNOWN BY HIM MUST HAVE MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS SETTLE-MENT WITH THE DEBTOR.”

31 Neither Goldberg nor any affi liated or related company shall be responsible for inci-dental or consequential damages arising out of any failure of the Terms and Conditions of

Sale of the auction or the conduct thereof and in no event shall liability for any such failure ex-ceed the purchase price paid.

32 The sole remedy that any Purchaser in the auction shall have, whether such Pur-chase is bidding in person, by mail, by facsim-ile, by telephone, or through an employee or agent, for any claim or controversy arising out of the auction shall be a refund of the original purchase price and premium paid, if any.

33 Upon payment of any disputed sum, which in no event shall be greater than the orig-inal purchase price actually paid by Purchaser plus any commission or premium actually paid by Purchaser to Goldberg, Auctioneer and its employees shall be deemed released from any and all claims of the Bidder arising out of or in connection with the sale of such property. Purchaser agrees to execute prior to delivery of any refund, any documents reasonably re-quested to effect the intent of this paragraph. Should the Purchaser decline to do so, Pur-chaser hereby grants to Goldberg a limited power of attorney to unconditionally effect such release.

34 Rights granted to Bidders and Pur-chasers under these Terms and Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise. Any attempt to assign or transfer any such rights shall be absolutely void and unenforceable. No third party may rely on any benefi t or right conferred on any Bidder or Purchaser by these Terms and Conditions of Sale and terms of warranty. “Purchaser” shall mean the original Purchaser of the property from Goldberg and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Purchaser is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to Goldberg prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefi ts of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal.

35 If the Purchaser fails to comply with one or more of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, then in addition to all other remedies which it may have at law or in equity, Goldberg may at its sole option, either (a) cancel the sale, retaining all payments made by Purchaser as liquidated damages, it being recognized that actual damages may be speculative or diffi -cult to compute, or (b) sell some or all of the property and (some or all other property of the Purchaser held by Goldberg, if Goldberg deems necessary), in a quantity suffi cient in the opinion of Goldberg to satisfy the indebt-edness, plus all accrued charges. More than

one such sale may take place at the option of Goldberg. Such sale may take place without notice to Purchaser. If Goldberg gives notice, it shall be by U.S.P.S. Certifi ed Mail, Return Receipt Requested to the address utilized on the Bid Sheet, Auction Consignment and Se-curity Agreement or other address known to Goldberg. Such sale will be at Goldberg stan-dard commission rates at public or private sale, within California, or at another location outside of California to be determined by Goldberg. At the time of sale the defaulting party shall not bid nor be permitted to bid. The proceeds shall be applied fi rst to the satisfaction of any dam-ages occasioned by Purchaser’s breach, and then to the payment of any other indebtedness owing to Goldberg, including without limitation, commissions, handling charges, the expenses of both sales, reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, collection agency fees and costs and any other costs or expenses incurred thereun-der. If a lot or item is not paid for, and is sold by Goldberg for Purchaser’s account, in ac-cordance with the Uniform Commercial Code, Goldberg shall not be required to account to the Purchaser for any excess proceeds. Purchaser shall remain liable to Goldberg if the proceeds of such sale or sales is insuffi cient to cover the indebtedness. If other property of Purchaser is also sold, any excess of proceeds will be re-mitted to the Purchaser after fi rst deducting the expenses set forth above. If Purchaser fails to remit sums due to Goldberg, Purchaser grants to Goldberg a lien with respect to such sum, with interest to accrue thereon at the legal rate, until actually paid, which lien shall apply against any property of Purchaser, including any future goods of Purchaser coming into possession of Goldberg. To the extent permitted by law, Purchaser hereby waives all the requirements of notice, advertisement and disposition of pro-ceeds required by law.

36 These Terms and Conditions of Sale and the auction shall be construed and en-forced in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of California, whether or not the auction is and these Terms and Condi-tions of Sale are fully performed in California.

37 Purchaser acknowledges and agrees that the competent courts of the State of Cali-fornia shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute(s) arising hereunder, and Purchaser hereby agrees that any dispute arising hereun-der shall be litigated exclusively in the courts of the State of California, and not elsewhere, regardless of any party’s current or future resi-dence or domicile. Purchaser further agrees that venue shall be in the Superior Court of Los Angeles, in the State of California.

38 ATTORNEY FEES AND COSTSThe Bidder/Purchaser shall pay to Goldberg all costs and expenses of collection of amounts due herein, or to otherwise enforce any or all provisions of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, the subject matter of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, or any other agreement entered into with Goldberg, including but not limited to, reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred before legal action, if any, is com-menced. The Bidder/Purchaser further agrees that in any litigation or other proceeding based upon, arising out of or related to these Terms and Conditions of Sale, the Bidder/Purchaser shall pay to Goldberg its attorney fees and other expenses and costs incurred in connection with the litigation or other proceeding if Goldberg is the prevailing party.

39 If any section of these Terms and Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or un-enforceable by any court of competent jurisdic-tion, the remaining sections or terms and pro-visions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. AS STATED IN THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE Certain lots may be reserved by the Consignor. If the Auctioneer identifi es a Consignor bidding on his own prop-erty, an announcement will be made that the Consignor is now bidding. If the Consignor places a bid in the mail bid book and is suc-cessful, the Auctioneer will announce that the lot has been passed.

40 These Terms and Conditions con-tain the entire agreement and understanding between Goldberg and Bidder concerning the auction and any items bid on or purchased at the auction. Bidder acknowledges that Goldberg has not made any promises, repre-sentations or warranty to bidder, not contained herein concerning the auction and any items bid on or purchased at the auction.

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Dear Numismatists,

For September auctions, we present four distinct auction catalogs, featuring a wide diversity of U.S. Coins & Currency.

Sunday afternoon, September 6th, we begin with what promises to be one of the most important events in the history of Large Cent auctions: the incomparable sale of The Dan Holmes Collection, Part I, The Early Dates. This will be the fi rst time in numismatic history that a complete set of Sheldon and “non collectible” varieties have been together in one sale.

The following morning, Monday, September 7th, we will present the incredible Ted Naftzger Collection, Part III, The Late Dates. We expect a feeding frenzy, as this astounding run of approximately 700 lots of high-grade large cents, is offered at the podium without reserves. This phenomenal, two-day event will undoubtedly be one for the ages.

Later that evening, we will offer two specialized collections in one auction catalog. First, the 9/09 Hawaii Collection of Coins and Currency, held in conjunction with Stack’s Rare Coins of New York City. This will be one of the most important collections of Hawaiian coins, medals and currency to be offered in a lifetime. Multiples of every denomination, including the incredibly rare 1883 1/8th dollar and 1881 Pattern 5 cent coin, will cross the auction block. In addition, 50 examples of the key U.S. commemorative half dollar, the 1928 Hawaiian, will be offered.

Besides the important numismatic issues of regular and pattern Hawaiian coinage, it is the currency portion that could surpass everything in terms of sheer excitement. Only once in half a century have some of these notes been offered, such as the earliest recorded Hawaiian note: the $5 1839 Ladd & Co., one of only three known. Early Lahainaluna Seminary issues, including a unique, complete uncut sheet are included, followed by seldom-seen Kingdom of Hawaii and Republic of Hawaii gold and silver certifi cates. Next to be offered will be an incredible run of approximately 350 large-and-small-size Hawaiian notes, ending with small-size Hawaiian Emergency error notes.

That same night, The Tom Kelly Collection of California Fractional Gold will be offered, a collection consisting of over 350 issues, virtually all graded by PCGS. This outstanding collection consists of two of the most desirable of all California Fractional gold coins: the 1854 Defi ant Eagle Quarter Dollar BG-220 and the 1853 California Arms Half Dollar BG-435.

On Tuesday, September 8th, our fourth and fi nal sale will take place: our Pre-Long Beach Sale of U.S. Coins and Currency. This sale will feature all U.S. coinage from Colonials through Commemoratives, Half Cents through Silver Dollars, Patterns, lots of gold, and a fi ne run of currency. Of special note is The Leo Wexler Collection of U.S. Coins; the gold and silver commemoratives are truly breathtaking. Our offering of U.S. gold is also quite remarkable, with many early types in choice grades, plus key date issues. A gem cameo proof $4 Stella shares center stage with key date $20 St. Gaudens issues and gem uncirculated $50 Pan-Pacs, both round and octagonal.

We would like to thank our consignors and buyers for the support that you have given us through the years. We recognize that these important auctions represent a rare opportunity to make a signifi cant numismatic purchase. Because these are diffi cult economic times, we would like to afford you a chance to stretch your buying power by offering 30, 60, 90 day payment terms—all interest free! Call Glenn Onishi for details at 800-978-2646 or 310-551-2646.

Sincerely,

Ira & Larry Goldberg

Leo Wexler was born on the west side of Chicago in 1910. The loss of his mother at age 14 forced him to be the mainstay of his family, which included his brother, his sister, and his Russian-immigrant father, who had severe health issues. Leo put his brother through college but had to content himself with occasional night-school classes while working on a delivery truck every day from four in the morning until late in the afternoon.

This was a world where vendors dispensed directly from the truck to neighborhood households and small businesses. While working on the delivery truck, Leo learned all aspects of the meat business, and before long, he had his own truck. Eventually he established a beef-boning plant on the south side of Chicago, close to the stockyards. The business grew and was successful, allowing Leo to enjoy a lifestyle quite different from the one he knew as a child.

Leo was an avid reader and his curiosity about the world started him on coin collecting, a hobby he continued for over 60 years. He learned from other collectors, from attending auctions, and from reading coin journals. When he retired from the meat business, one of his greatest pleasures was to catalogue, organize and add to his collection.

Leo was devoted to his wife Esther and their two children and he had many close friends. Over the years, Leo and Esther were able to travel and to play golf and bridge. In the late 1960s, they acquired a home in Palm Springs, where Leo met famed numismatist Abe Kossof. Under Abe’s infl uence, Leo continued to add to his collection. It was in the desert that Leo felt most peaceful and relaxed. He survived his beloved wife by almost 20 years, passing away at the age of 93.

SESSION SCHEDULE Sale 54, September 8, 2009

United States Coins & Currency

Lot 2203-2238 Colonial CoinageLot 2239-2346 Half CentsLot 2347-2420 Large CentsLot 2421-2425 Tokens

SESSION 5, SMALL CENTS THROUGH SILVER DOLLARSTuesday, Sept 8, 12:00 PM Crowne Plaza Hotel

SESSION 7, PATTERNS THROUGH U.S. GOLDTuesday, Sept 8, 7:00 PM, Crowne Plaza Hotel

SESSION 6, CURRENCYTuesday, Sept 8, Approx 5:00 PM Crowne Plaza Hotel

SESSION 4, COLONIALS THROUGH LARGE CENTSTuesday, Sept 8, 10:00 AM Crowne Plaza Hotel

Lot 2426-2460 Small CentsLot 2461-2468 Two Cent PiecesLot 2469-2479 Three Cent PiecesLot 2480-2549 NickelsLot 2550-2462 Half DimesLot 2563-2616 DimesLot 2617-2622 Twenty Cent PiecesLot 2623-2671 Quarter DollarsLot 2672-2750 Half Dollars

Lot 2751-2931 DollarsLot 2932-2937 Silver BullionLot 2938-3019 Commemorative Silver CoinsLot 3020-3037 Proof SetsLot 3038 Mint SetsLot 3039-3049 MedalsLot 3050-3051 Hawaii Coins and TokensLot 3052-3084 MiscellaneousLot 3085-3100 Error Coinage

Lot 3101-3304 Currency

Lot 3305-3313 PatternsLot 3314-3325 $1 GoldLot 3326-3345 $2.50 GoldLot 3346-3349 $3 GoldLot 3350 $4 GoldLot 3351-3420 $5 GoldLot 3421-3444 $10 GoldLot 3445-3562 $20 GoldLot 3563-3564 Territorial Gold Coins

Lot 3565-3587 Commemorative Gold CoinsLot 3588-3592 California Fractional GoldLot 3593-3613 Modern Commemorative CoinsLot 3613-3618 Eagle Bullion Coins

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Colonial CoinageSession Four - Tuesday, September 8 , 2009 10:00 am

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Colonial Coinage

REMARKABLE OAK TREE SHILLING

2203 1652 Massachusetts Oak Tree Shilling Noe-4 Rarity-4.NGC graded MS-62. Glossy light to medium gray withdarker gray toning in protected areas. The toning contrastaccents the design details and the eye appeal of this exam-ple is outstanding. The surfaces are virtually flawless, freeof any identifying marks or planchet flaws. The obverse(oak tree side) is misaligned slightly to the bottom causingthe tops of S IN M to be tight to the edge or slightly off theplanchet, but everything else is complete and the oak tree isstrong. The reverse is perfectly centered. This is certainlyone of the finest known of the variety and is superior to theNorweb example and well as pieces offered in most of thefinest collections. This piece was the 1991 ANS Exhibitioncoin (#35). Usual die state with several minor die breaks.Weight shown as 74.8 grains on the NGC label. In a newNGC 4 pronged holder. Pop 2; 4 finer, 3 in 63, 1 in 66. Estimated Value ...............................................$17,500 - 20,000

Ex Spink & Son (London)-Robert Vlack Collection-Andrew Hain, Stack's 1/15/2002:19..

2204 1652 Massachusetts Pine Tree Shilling Noe-10 Rarity-3 NCSgraded VF details damaged.. Glossy light silvery gray withdarker bluish steel covering the protected areas. The contrast intoning accents the designs and the eye appeal of this piece isquite nice. The "damaged" assessment by NCS refers to a dulldent at the right top of the Oak Tree and another between the Min DOM and the N in NEW. Both dents create a minor swell onthe opposing side, but the negative effect on the eye appeal isnot very significant. The date and legends are clear except forthe E in NEW, which is faint due to uneven wear at that spot.The backwards N's (first one in ENGLAND and the N in IN) arestrong. The "Hollow Trunk" Oak Tree is clear except for weak-ness on a couple of the lower limbs under the first S inMASATHVSETS. A decent example in spite of the minormarks. Weight shown on the NCS label is 70.7 grains. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

CHOICE GRADE LONDON ELEPHANTHALFPENNY

2205 (1672) London Elephant Halfpenny on Thick PlanchetBreen-186. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Choice lus-trous mint red fading to chocolate and bluish steel brown,about 25% of the mint color remaining on both sides. Greateye appeal, virtually flawless. One of the finest of the typewe have seen. A small spot of slightly darker olive browntoning resting on the top of the upper tusk is the best iden-tifying mark, and it is barely visible. Variety without diago-nals in the center of the shield. Estimated Value ........................................................ $5,000-UP

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CHOICE MINT STATE VOCE POPULI

2206 1760 Voce Populi Halfpenny Nelson-3 Rarity-3 The"VOOE" Variety. PCGS graded MS-64 Brown. Frosty lightchocolate brown with peeps of original mint red remainingon both sides. Nicely struck except for the centers, which istypical of the variety, but the overall strike is much betterthan normally encountered. Struck very slightly off centerto K-10 but the legends are not affected. Struck from a laterstate of the dies and the break closing the C to create the"VOOE" error is bold. A remarkable example of this popu-lar "Redbook" variety. Far superior to any of the piecesoffered in the John J. Ford, Jr., sale. Pop 1; none finer atPCGS. Estimated Value ...................................................$7,500 - 8,000

Ex James A. Stack collection, and this provenance is noted on the PCGS label..

2207 1760 Voce Populi Halfpenny Nelson-4 Rarity-3. NGC gradedMS-61. Frosty medium brown and light chocolate with specksof dark olive verdigris in the mix, mostly on the reverse. Manyof these specks appear to be bits of impurity in the planchetitself, but they distract from the eye appeal regardless of theirorigin. Otherwise this piece is nicely struck and free of notablemarks. Variety without the added "P" on the obverse. Pop 1; 11finer, 8 in 62, 2 in 63, 1 in 64. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

2208 1766 Pitt Halfpenny Token Breen-251. PCGS graded EF-45.Attractive light chocolate brown with darker chocolate toningin protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and choice, free ofany distractions. The legends are complete and strong. A choiceexample for the grade. Pop 16; 42 finer. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200

CHOICE 1722 ROSA AMERICANA PENNY

2209 1722 Rosa Americana Penny with Short Ribbons Breen-113. PCGS graded MS-63. Glossy dark olive with frostygolden brown covering the protected areas. The surfacesare smooth and virtually flawless, which is unusual forpieces struck in Bath Metal. The legends are bold and com-plete with both sides nicely centered on the planchet. Apremium example of the VTILE and short hair ribbonsdesign type. Pop 2; none finer at PCGS. Estimated Value ................................................... $3,200 - 3,500

CHOICE WOOD'S HIBERNIA HALFPENNY

2210 1723 Wood's Hibernia Halfpenny Martin 4.14-Fb.1 Rarity-3. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Lustrous mint redfading to steel brown, more than a third of the original mintcolor remaining. This piece is a flawless gem except forsome of the usual tiny planchet chips on the portrait and inthe center of the reverse, all as struck. Struck very slightlyoff center to K-2. A premium example of the type, at leastequal to the Martin plate coin for the die variety. Pop 18; 6finer, 4 in 65RB, 2 in 66RB. Estimated Value ................................................... $3,000 - 3,300

2211 1723 Woods Hibernia Halfpenny Martin 4.5-Fa.4 Rarity-4. VF-20. Glossy chocolate and olive brown. The only defects are acouple few thin, shallow planchet fissures across the obverse, asstruck. The date and legends are all bold. LDS with a cud breakover BER in HIBERNIA. Comparable to the Martin plate coinfor the die state. Estimated Value .....................................................................$70-UP

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2212 (1828) Holt's American Plantation 1/24 Real Restrike of 1828Breen-78. PCGS graded MS-62. Lustrous bright silvery graywith darker steel gray toning on the highest points of thedesign. This piece is choice except for a few spots of "tin pest"on both sides. The largest spot is nestled between the front legsof the horse and a smaller one covers the back of the neck of therider. These pieces, struck on nearly pure tin planchets, origi-nally were intended for the American plantations (the operativeterm for American "colonies" at that time), but they were notwell received due in part to their rapid deterioration in thehumid atmosphere of New York and New England. Tin is ahighly reactive metal, and it is understandably difficult to findexamples that have survived without any spots of tin pest.Many are heavily corroded. About 1828 a coin dealer in Lon-don, Matthew Young, obtained a couple pairs of the originaldies and struck about two hundred pieces for collectors. Theexample offered here is from that group of restrikes. Pop 6; 5finer in 63. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300

2213 1739-A French Colonies Billon Sou Marque Vlack-18 Rarity-8.VF-35. Struck at the Paris mint for use in Louisiana. This rarevariety has an inverted "V" in place of the normal "A" mintmarkfor the Paris mint, and it is missing the usual stop followingNOM. Vlack was aware of only a single example when he wrotehis 2004 volume on the series, and this is not the same coin.Choice glossy medium chocolate brown with frosty lighter graycovering much of the surface thanks to the silver wash used onthese billon (mostly copper with a minor percentage of silver)planchets. The planchet is a bit egg-shaped causing some of thelegend to be slightly off the planchet. A narrow rim cud breakshows over the IT in SIT, and this cud is not present on theVlack plate coin for the variety. Comes with a photo certifica-tion from the Colonial American Coin Club signed by WalterBreen and Don Taxay on which they assigned a grade of"choice, very fine, lustrous." Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

NEAR GEM 1773 VIRGINIA HALFPENNY

2214 1773 Virginia Halfpenny with Stop after S Breen-180. MS-64. Lustrous mint red fading to steel and light olive on thehighpoints, at least two-thirds of the original red remain-ing. No spots or stains. The only marks are some barely vis-ible nicks under the X in REX; otherwise this piece is a solidgem. Variety with 7 harpstrings. These Virginia Halfpen-nies were struck by the English government specifically foruse by colonists in America. The example offered here ismost likely from the small keg of bright mint state exam-ples obtained prior to 1803 by Israel Cohen. This hoard wascompletely dispersed by Cohen's descendants by the end of1929. Thanks to this hoard, mint state examples of the Vir-ginia Halfpenny are often available in the marketplace, butthis is one of the really nice survivors from that group.Comes with a photo certification from the Colonial Ameri-can Coin Club signed by Walter Breen and Don Taxay onwhich they assigned a grade of "Absolutely blazing reduncirculated, and rare so." Obviously this coin looked asspecial to Walter Breen in the mid-1970's as it does to ustoday. Estimated Value ........................................................ $1,000-UP

CHOICE POINTED RAYS NOVA CONSTELLATIO

2215 1785 Nova Constellatio with Pointed Rays Crosby 3-BRarity-1. PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Glossy light tomedium chocolate brown. Virtually flawless surfaces offer-ing excellent eye appeal. The only marks are tiny lumps inthe fields and around the legends thanks to fine die rustand faint die cracks associated with the late die state.Nicely struck. The date and legends are bold and com-pletely contained on the planchet. A premium example ofthe Pointed Rays type. Pop 4; 3 finer, 2 in 64, 1 in 65. Estimated Value ...................................................$2,700 - 2,900

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2216 1786 Connecticut Miller 5.4-G Rarity-2. PCGS graded VF-30.Mailed Bust Left. Slightly glossy dark olive brown with lighterchocolate and steel toning covering the devices. The surfacesare decent but not perfectly smooth under magnification. Noverdigris or contact marks. The only flaws are a few tiny plan-chet voids in the field before the face, at the top of the C inAUCTORI, and in the field at the knee of the seated figure onthe reverse, as struck. The lower third of the date is off the plan-chet but the remainder is strong and the legends are bold. Notperfect, but still comparable to the Perkins example of the vari-ety. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

SHARP RUNNING FOX NEW JERSEY

2217 1788 New Jersey Maris 75-bb Rarity-4. NGC graded AU-58 Brown. Sharpness very close to mint state but coveredwith uniform extremely fine granularity that's mostly hid-den under a glossy patina of very dark steel and olivebrown. No verdigris, and the only marks are a dull nick inthe field under the N in NOVA and a few diagonalscratches or thin nicks under UM in UNUM into the shieldbelow. Sharply struck. The obverse is slightly misaligned toK-12 leaving a few letters of the upper legend on that sidetight to the edge of the planchet. Late die state with severalobvious die cracks and rim cud breaks. A premium exam-ple of the "Running Fox" type, sharper than the John Fordexample of the variety. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder.Pop 1; none finer at either service. Estimated Value ...................................................$5,500 - 6,000

2218 1783 Washington Georgivs Triumpho Copper Breen-1184. VF-20. Attractive glossy light chocolate and olive with mediumchocolate brown toning in protected areas. Smooth and attrac-tive, free of any notable defects. Later die state with the usualdie failures on the reverse that weaken many of those details.Nonetheless, the date and legends are complete and clearexcept for minor weakness on the 7 in the date. Comes with aphoto certificate from The Early American Coin Club signed byWalter Breen and Bert Cunningham on which they assigned agrade of "Choice very fine." Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 500

LUSTROUS 1783 WASHINGTON TRIUMPHO

2219 1783 Washington Triumpho Copper Breen-1184. PCGSgraded MS-62 Brown. Lustrous medium chocolate brownwith attractive frosty mint luster showing in protectedareas. The surfaces are very attractive, nearly flawless. Acollection of microscopic planchet chips in the center of theobverse and a hint of darker olive toning at the E in VOCEare the only marks, and they are not at all distracting. MDSwith the usual vertical die crack through the center of thereverse. A remarkable example of this variety, certainly oneof the finest known. Pop 1; none finer at PCGS. Estimated Value ................................................... $5,000 - 6,000

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LUSTROUS 1783 WASHINGTON UNITY CENT

2220 1783 Washington UNITY Cent Breen-1188. PCGS gradedMS-64 Brown. Lustrous chocolate and steel brown withtraces of very faded mint color showing through in pro-tected areas. Subtle overtones of attractive bluish steel ton-ing show on both sides, and this piece offers outstandingeye appeal for the type. There are some of the usual plan-chet striations or file marks near the rims around both sides(these were added to the planchets prior to striking); other-wise this piece is virtually flawless. A small spot of darkertoning in the dentils over the left edge of the E in AMER-ICA is the best identifying mark. A superior example of thispopular Washington copper designed to imitate our earlylarge cents. Estimated Value ........................................................ $2,000-UP

REMARKABLE GEM PROOF 1783 WASHINGTON & INDEPENDENCE RESTRIKE

2221 1783 Washington & Independence Draped Bust Centwithout Button Taylor Restrike in Copper with CenterGrained Edge Breen. PCGS graded Proof 67 Red &Brown. Bright original mint red fading to steel and lightolive brown on the highpoints, more than half the brightoriginal color remaining, mostly on the obverse. No spot orstains, and the eye appeal of this piece is breathtaking. Theonly marks are a small tick on the front edge of the neckand a few more hidden in the drapery folds above the 7.Sharply struck on a flawless planchet. The fields are nicelyreflective while the devices are satiny, thus creating anattractive cameo appearance. These restrikes were made byW. J. Taylor of London circa 1860, and this piece is certainlyone of the very finest (if not the finest) of the survivors. Itcertainly is superior to any of the examples offered fromthe Norweb Collection. The bottom of the 7 in the date isclearly double struck, which means this is the Vlack 14-J dievariety. Estimated Value ........................................................ $2,000-UP

2222 1783 Washington & Independence Draped Bust Cent Breen-1193 Silver Plated Copper. AU-50. Variety with a center-grained edge and no toga button. These restrikes were struck byW. J. Taylor of London in the late 1850's to early 1860's. Frostysilvery gray with bluish steel overtones. This copper piece wascarefully plated with silver to appear to be struck on a silverplanchet (Breen-1195). No defects, only very light wear on thehighpoints. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2223 1783 Washington & Independence Cent with Large MilitaryBust Breen-1203. NGC graded MS-62 Brown. Plain Edge.Frosty chocolate brown with traces of faded mint color on bothsides. No marks or stains. Nicely struck except for the second Nin WASHINGTON, which was weakly impressed. An attrac-tive, well balanced piece. Struck in coin orientation, head-to-foot. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

2224 1783 Washington Cent with Large Military Bust Breen-1203.PCGS graded MS-62 Brown. Very attractive glossy chocolatebrown with frosty lighter brown toning in protected areas. Nospots or stains, only a few microscopic ticks in the fields on bothsides plus a collection of tiny planchet chips in the field over theoutstretched arm of the seated figure. The fields are slightlyreflective, especially in areas protected by the legends wherethe fields appear prooflike. Sharply struck. Excellent eye appealfor the grade. Pop 8; 1 finer in 63. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200

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2225 (1815-1820) Washington Double-Head Cent Breen-1204. NGCgraded MS-61 Brown. Glossy light olive and medium chocolatebrown. Smooth surfaces with only a few trivial contact marks,including a tiny pinprick on the forehead on the ONE CENTside. Sharply struck and nicely centered on the planchet. Vari-ety with a plain edge. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder. Pop 1; 3finer, 1 in 62, 2 in 63. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

2226 1791 Washington Cent with Small Eagle Reverse Breen-1217.PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Choice glossy chocolate brownblending into a slightly lighter shade of steel brown in the pro-tected areas. Great luster and eye appeal. The only marks are afew microscopic hairlines in the obverse fields. Pop 13; 29 finer,19 in 64, 6 in 65, 4 in 66. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,800 - 2,900

CHOICE RED & BROWN WASHINGTON LIBERTY & SECURITY PENNY

2227 (1795) Washington Liberty & Security Penny with Let-tered Edge Breen-1254. PCGS graded MS-64 Red &Brown. Frosty mint red fading to steel brown and chocolatewith 25% of the slightly faded red remaining. Nice lusterand great eye appeal. The only defect is a swipe of very finecarbon at the rim over ORGE on the obverse. Otherwisethis piece is a solid gem. Struck with the usual "ASYLUM"edge lettering, which is noted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value ........................................................ $2,000-UP

CHOICE WASHINGTON LIBERTY &SECURITY PENNY

2228 (1795) Washington Liberty & Security Penny Breen-1254.PCGS graded MS-64 Brown. Choice glossy chocolatebrown with traces of faded mint color remaining on bothsides. The surfaces are smooth and flawless, nearly proof-like, except for a shallow planchet fissure from the B in LIB-ERTY into the left top of the adjacent shield, as struck.Sharply struck except for on the lower stars in the shield,which are relatively weak as they are opposite Washing-ton's head. Variety with the usual "ASYLUM" edge, whichis shorthand for the politically significant edge inscription"AN ASYLUM FOR THE OPPRES'D OF ALL NATIONS".The edge inscription is not readable in the slab, but it isnoted on the PCGS label. Pop 18; 4 finer, 3 in 65, 1 in 66. Estimated Value ................................................... $2,400 - 2,600

2229 1795 Washington Grate Halfpenny with Large Buttons Breen-1271. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Frosty steel and olivebrown with faded mint color covering the protected areas onboth sides, at least 15% of the planchet displaying some mintcolor. Flawless except for a faint wisp of darker toning in thefield under ACE in PEACE. The edge is diagonally reeded,which is normal. Sharply struck with all of LONDON fullyimpressed, which is not the usual case for this variety. A pre-mium example in every respect. Estimated Value ...................................................................$800-UP

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2230 (1792-95) Washington Success Token Large Size in Brass withReeded Edge Breen-1286. PCGS graded MS-63. Frosty lightgolden steel brown and tan. The planchet is covered with a verythin layer of oxidation that subdues the luster, but otherwisethe surfaces are mark-free. Sharply struck on a flawless plan-chet. The obverse is perfectly centered while the reverse is offvery slightly leaving the tops of TO THE close to the edge. Thedie state is relatively early as the always-present die crack fromthe nose to the rim at NG is light. This is the so-called "BobHope Nose" type as George's nose is rather prominent. Anothervery attractive Washington colonial piece offered in this sale. Estimated Value ................................................................$2,000-UP

2231 (1792-95) Washington Success Token Small Size with ReededEdge Breen-1289. NGC graded MS-63. Frosty steel gray withmuch of the lustrous original silver plating intact. The high-points are a slightly darker shade then the protected areas as theplating has worn a bit on those places. The only marks are a fewvery tiny scratches near the rim over ESS-TO on the reverse.Nicely struck. Excellent eye appeal for this popular Washingtonpiece. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

2232 (1795) Washington North Wales Halfpenny with Plain EdgeBreen-1294. PCGS graded EF-40. Choice glossy light chocolatebrown. Smooth and virtually flawless. The only mark is a tinypinprick on George's collar below his chin. Nicely struck forthis type with the legends complete on both sides. The onlynotable weakness is on the harp, which is almost never fullyimpressed. This is the common variety with single cinquefoilson either side of the base of the harp. A premium example ofthe Washington "evasion Halfpenny" that was purposely struckin a crude manner to make it appear well circulated and thusmake it more acceptable in commerce. Estimated Value ...................................................................$600-UP

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EXTREMELY RARE WASHINGTON NORTH WALES WITH DOUBLE STARS

2233 (1795) Washington North Wales Halfpenny in Copper with Plain Edge and Double Stars Breen-1298 Baker-35. PCGS graded Fine-15.Glossy dark steel brown and chocolate. The surfaces are smooth, void of any suggestion of corrosion or verdigris. The only marks are a fainthairline from the eyebrow to the I in GEORGEIVS (which was purposely misspelled in the "evasion halfpence" tradition) plus a few scatteredticks of absolutely no consequence. The obverse die is heavily worn in this marriage and severely broken at the top indicating the double starsversion was struck after the more common type with the single star (cinquefoil) reverse. The double stars reverse die is unbroken and hassharper details throughout. The NORTH WALES legend is easily readable, but parts of the harp are weakly struck, as usual. The double stars(cinquefoils) on both sides of the base of the harp are strong. This is a very nice example of one of the rarest Washington colonial coppers with11 examples known in copper and brass combined (some researchers suggest the total is less than 10), and all are in relatively low grade. Thisis a rare opportunity to obtain a real prize for an advanced cabinet, and this one comes with the famous Norweb provenance (which is notedon the PCGS label). Weight listed as 111.7 grains in the Norweb catalog. Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... $10,000-UP

Ex Norweb Collection, Stack's 11/7/06:2044 (where it realized $18,400)..

CHOICE PCGS CERTIFIED BAR CENT

2234 (1785) Bar Cent Breen-1145. PCGS graded AU-55. Glossylight chocolate brown mellowing to medium chocolatebrown in the protected areas. The surfaces are smooth andoffer outstanding eye appeal. The only marks are a hint ofreddish chocolate toning in the field over the left top of theU, a tiny pinprick just right of this small stain, and anotherin the field left of the U. Struck slightly off center to K-2, butthe offset affects only the dentils on both sides. The tinyspur up from near the left end of the second bar from thebottom is strong and a fine die crack connects bars 6 & 7near the centers. Both of these minor die markers are usedto certify genuine examples, which is important since BarCents are often copied. These famous colonial copperswere modeled after the buttons on the uniforms of ourContinental Army (the USA monogram) and the 1782 ver-sion of our Great Seal (for the 13 stripes). They were madeto order for a merchant in New York and struck by GeorgeWyon in Birmingham, England. Pop 16; 19 finer. Estimated Value .................................................$9,000 - 10,000

2235 1787 Auctori Plebis Copper Breen-1147. VF-35. Choice glossychocolate and olive brown with frosty lighter brown toning insome of the protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and nearlyflawless. The only mark is a small, dull rim nick over the P inPLEBIS. The lower third of the date is off the planchet, as usual,as the designs on the reverse die were too large for theplanchets employed. For the same reason parts of the legend atthe top of the reverse are also off the planchet. A well struckexample with outstanding eye appeal, choice in every respect. Itcomes with a photo certification from the Colonial AmericanCoin Club signed by Walter Breen and Don Taxay on whichthey assigned a grade of "Very fine plus for coin which is habit-ually weakly struck, especially on the head." Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 500

2236 (1792-94) Kentucky Halfpence with Lancaster Edge Breen-1156. Fine-12. Glossy chocolate brown. Very slightly sharperbut there are a couple light rim bruises on both sides. Otherwisethe surfaces are smooth and attractive, just worn. The tiny let-ters representing the 15 states remain visible, including the "K"representing Kentucky at the top of the pyramid. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

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2237 1794 Franklin Press Token Breen-1165. PCGS graded MS-63Brown. Lustrous medium chocolate brown with hints of lightbluish steel overtone in protected areas. The surfaces are satinyand offer excellent eye appeal. The only mark is a microscopicplanchet chip (as struck) over the left upright of the N inFRANKLIN. Nicely struck MDS. There is a small internal cudbreak inside the right part of the press. The AN in FRANKLINare not quite fully impressed, but the strike is better than usu-ally found on this variety. Another premium colonial from thisoutstanding offering. Pop 17; 6 finer, 5 in 64BN, 1 in 66BN. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200

2238 1787 Fugio Cent Newman 13-X Rarity-2. Fine-15. Pointed Rayswith STATES UNITED. Choice glossy medium brown and lightchocolate. The surfaces are smooth and the eye appeal is verynice for the grade. The only flaws are some minor planchet stri-ations at BUSINESS, as struck. The date is bold and the legendsare complete and easily readable, including STATES UNITEDon the label. Struck slightly off center to K-4 causing a few of therings to be tight to the edge of the planchet. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

Half Cents

2239 1793 C-1 R3+. Fair-2. The obverse is AG3 while the reverse isconsiderably weaker and grades only Basal State-1. The date,LIBERTY, and the portrait are clear, but no more than a third ofthe reverse legends remain visible, and even those parts areweak. The planchet is slightly rough in protected areas butmostly smooth elsewhere. No verdigris, and the only significantcontact marks are a few short pinscratches under the date. Basi-cally this piece is just heavily worn, and the easily readable dateis a big plus at this grade level. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP

SHARP 1793 LIBERTY CAP HALF CENT

2240 1793 C-4 R3 PCGS graded "Genuine.". Sharpness VF25 orslightly better but dark olive and steel with uniformextremely faint granularity covering the planchet. No ver-digris, and the only marks are a few very tiny planchetflakes in the field right of the base of the cap and on the rimover the Y in LIBERTY, as struck. Satiny frost covers theplanchet, and the eye appeal is quite nice in spite of thedark toning. Well struck MDS, Manley state 2.0. The dateand legends are bold. Our grade is net VF20. Estimated Value ........................................................ $3,000-UP

The Leo Wexler Collection.

2241 1794 C-4a R3. Fine-12. Small Edge Letters. Sharpness VF30 butvery lightly corroded leaving fine granularity in the fields andprotected areas on both sides. No contact marks. The high-points and devices are slightly glossy chocolate brown whiledark olive toning covers most of the fields and protected areas.The date is bold and the legends are strong. LDS, Manley state4.0, with obvious swelling in the field under the cap. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

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2242 1794 C-5a R4+. Fine-12. Small Edge Letters. Sharpness F15 orslightly better but extremely fine granularity covers the fieldsand protected areas on both sides, strongest on the reverse. Noverdigris or notable marks other than a minor planchet clip (asstruck) affecting the dentils over the top of the cap. Ratherglossy dark olive with light chocolate brown toning coveringthe highpoints. The two-tone appearance is attractive and thecontrast accents the devices and legends. The date and legendsare complete and strong. Rare LDS, Manley state 2.0, showingstrong die clashmarks around the portrait. The reverse isrotated 30 degrees CW from a normal head-to-foot die orienta-tion. A decent mid-grade example of this tough variety. Estimated Value ................................................................$2,000-UP

2243 1794 C-6a R5+. Good-5. Small Edge Letters. Sharpness F15 butthe obverse is lightly corroded while the reverse is covered withmoderate to severe corrosion that distorts some of the details onthat side. No notable signs of verdigris and only a few minorcontact marks, including a dull rim nick left of the cap. The dateis complete and easily readable and the portrait is clear. Slightlyglossy dark steel and olive. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

2244 1794 C-9 R2. Good-6 Plus. Several points sharper but coveredwith uniform microscopic roughness. No marks or verdigris.Dark steel and olive shifting to chocolate brown on some of thehighpoints. The date is bold and the legends are complete. EDS,Manley state 1.0, with the obverse die uncracked. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2245 1794 C-9 R2. VG-10. Attractive glossy medium brown. Noroughness or verdigris, only a few trivial contact marks. Excel-lent balance and eye appeal for the grade. The date is and leg-ends are complete and clear. LDS, Manley state 3.0, with astrong die crack from the rim through the cap. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


2246 1795 C-4 R3 PCGS "Genuine.". Sharpness VF35 or slightly bet-ter but lightly cleaned and nicely retoned glossy dark olive andchocolate brown with frost showing in the protected areas,especially on the reverse. The only marks are a very faint diago-nal hairline on the cheek and a few of the usual microscopicpre-striking planchet chips on the portrait. None of these marksis visible without a strong glass and the eye appeal of this pieceis excellent. LDS, Manley state 2.0. The swelling in the fieldbefore the portrait is obvious. Nicely struck everywhere exceptinside the wreath where HALF CENT is weak or gone, as usualin the later die state. A very nice example in spite of the "Genu-ine" assessment from the folks at PCGS. Our grade is net VF30. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

2247 1795 C-4 R3. Good-6. Punctuated Date. Plain Edge with Pole.The obverse is very slightly sharper while the reverse is a bitweaker. Smooth and quite attractive for the grade. Void of anyhint of corrosion or verdigris, and the only marks are a fewfaint, old scratches in the field off the lower curls. The date isbold and the legends are complete except for weakness at D-Sand HALF CENT. Very attractive glossy chocolate brown. LDS,Manley state 2.0, with swelling in the field before the mouth. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

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ATTRACTIVE THICK PLANCHET 1795 C-5B

2248 1795 C-5b Thick Planchet R4. VF-25. Struck on a thickplanchet cut-down from a spoiled large cent. Weight is113.2 grains, which is in the middle of the 98 to 123 grainrange for the thick planchet version of the variety asreported by Ron Manley in his book on US Half Cents. (Theweight standard for the more common thin planchet ver-sion is 84 grains.) This piece is slightly sharper than theassigned grade, especially on the obverse, but it was lightlycleaned and has retoned a very attractive uniform lightchocolate and steel brown. Otherwise this piece is nearlychoice. The surfaces are smooth and display no flaws orcontact marks visible without the aid of a strong glass. Thedate is a bit weakly impressed, as usual for the thick plan-chet version, but it is complete and easily readable. HALFCENT is weak due to die failure in the central part of thereverse, and the dentils are not struck up near the Y in LIB-ERTY and at the opposing area right of the fraction due to aslightly beveled planchet in that area. The remainder of thelegend and devices are strong. This is an above averageexample of the scarce thick planchet version and the eyeappeal is excellent for the grade, especially on the obverse. Estimated Value ........................................................ $2,000-UP

2249 1795 C-6a R2. Good-5. Plain Edge without Pole. Struck over1794 Talbot, Allum & Lee Cent. Several points sharper but cov-ered with very fine granularity, strongest on the reverse wherethere are traces of greenish olive verdigris and a couple shallowfissures filled with reddish slag. Slightly glossy dark olive andsteel. The date is relatively weak but complete and easily read-able while the legends are strong. Traces of the TAL Centundertype are visible left of the date and below the 5 where theRK of NEW YORK is located. EDS, Manley state 1.0. Struckslightly off center to K-8. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2250 1797 C-1 R2. VG-10. 1 Above 1 Variety. Choice glossy chocolatebrown. Smooth, very attractive surfaces. A shallow scuff in thefield off the tip of the lowest curl and a thin diagonal nicklocated in this scuffed area are the only marks. M-LDS, Manleystate 4.0. Numerous fine die cracks have formed on the obverseand swelling shows at the top of the cap and at RTY. The date isbold and the 1 above 1 feature is obvious. The legends arestrong. A very attractive example for the grade. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

2251 1797 C-2 R3. VG-8. Slightly sharper but covered with micro-scopic granularity and there is a shallow scrape on the top ofthe cap. Some faint hairline scratches are hidden in the patinaon the obverse. The date and legends are complete and strong.Slightly glossy dark steel and olive with chocolate toning on thehighpoints. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

2252 1797 C-2 R3. VG-7. A point or two sharper but there are someold scratches on both sides. Most of these scratches are faint, butthere is a more-obvious dull one in the field before the forehead.No verdigris. Slightly glossy dark olive and steel with chocolatehighpoints. The date is strong and the legends are complete. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

MOSTLY RED 1800 HALF CENT

2253 1800 C-1 R2. NGC graded MS-62 Red & Brown. Lustrousbright original mint red fading to bluish steel on thedevices, about two-thirds of the original mint color remain-ing. This piece has the look of a flashy gem to the unaidedeye, but a glass reveals that both sides are covered withvery tiny nicks suggesting it was mixed with other coinsduring transport over a bumpy road. None of these ticks issignificant in its own right, but there are far too many toignore. Otherwise the only defect is a splash of microscopicspecks of dark toning at the date. LDS, Manley state 5.0.The die crack through the E in UNITED is strong and con-nects to the wreath below. This piece may be from one ofthe two small hoards of mint state 1800 half cents discov-ered in the New England area in the early 1900's. Our gradeis MS60. Estimated Value ........................................................ $4,000-UP

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2254 1800 C-1 R2. EF-40. Ten points sharper but there are a coupletiny specks of greenish verdigris at BE in LIBERTY and anothertiny one at the top of the E in STATES. Otherwise the planchetis perfectly void of roughness or verdigris. An arcing fine linefrom a stray planchet cutter impression shows on the bust overthe second 0 in the date and another similar arc is located rightof the F in OF. Otherwise this piece is choice. Frosty olive andsteel brown with lighter reddish steel toning from very fadedmint color showing in protected areas on both sides. M-LDS,Manley state 4.0. Minor doubling shows on the date and partsof the profile due to die bounce. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


2255 1802/0 C-2 R3. VG-7. Overdate 2 over 0. Glossy chocolate andsteel with a splash of reddish chocolate toning on the E inCENT. Smooth and attractive for the grade with only trivialcontact marks consistent with the grade, none notable or dis-tracting. Nicely struck E-MDS, Manley state 2.0. The dies areuncracked and the overdate feature is bold. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

2256 1803 C-2 R4. Good-5. A couple points sharper with a half dozenshallow pitmarks on both sides. The remainder of the planchetdisplays microscopic granularity, but there is no verdigris. Anold hairline scratch from the lower end of the hair ribbon is theonly notable sign of contact. Dark steel and olive. The date andlegends are complete and clear. Terminal die state, Manley state7.0. A strong cud break connects STATE to the rim above. Estimated Value .....................................................................$60-UP

2257 1804 C-6 R2. PCGS graded AU-55. Spiked Chin. Frosty choco-late brown and steel with wisps of darker olive and steel on theobverse. Satiny luster shows in protected areas on both sides.Excellent eye appeal. Just a light touch of friction on the high-points and a few microscopic contact marks, none notable.Nicely struck EDS, Manley state 1.0. The Spiked Chin feature isobvious. Our grade is EF45+, close to AU50. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

2258 1804 C-6 R2. Fine-15. Spiked Chin. Ten points sharper withnumerous fine hairline scratches on the obverse, all well hiddenin the glossy dark bluish steel and olive toning. A short line ofshallow pinpricks under the T in CENT is the only other signifi-cant sign of contact. Looks better than the grade and descriptionmight imply. EDS, Manley state 2.0. Fine die cracks extendthrough the top of the reverse legend, but there are no cudbreaks. The Spiked Chin feature is obvious. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2259 1804 C-7 R4. VG-10. Spiked Chin. Glossy steel and chocolate.No roughness or verdigris, only a few minor contact marks. Thenotable marks are a nick on the top of the 0 in the date and adull scratch blended perfectly into the natural toning in thefield left of the middle curls. E-MDS, Manley state 4.0, which hesays is very rare. Fine die cracks show at ATE, OF, and MER,but there are no cud breaks. An attractive example of this raredie state of a very tough variety. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

Ex Tom Reynolds 12/03..

2260 1804 C-8 R1. PCGS graded AU-50. Spiked Chin. Glossy steeland chocolate brown with very faded red from an old cleaningvisible in protected areas, mostly on the reverse. The onlymarks are a couple tiny spots of shallow verdigris or crudunder TE in STATES. EDS, Manley state 1.0. The die crack fromthe dentils to the top of the R in AMERICA is faint, barely visi-ble even with a strong glass. Our grade is net EF40. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

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2261 1804 C-8 R1. EF-45 Plus. Spiked Chin. Frosty light steel brownfading to chocolate on the devices. Excellent eye appeal, just afew trivial ticks from perfect. Very close to AU50. E-MDS, Man-ley state 2.0. The Spiked Chin feature is obvious. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


2262 1804 C-8 R1. EF-40 Plus. Spiked Chin. Slightly sharper andquite attractive, but there is a fine pinscratch in the field left ofthe lower curls. Otherwise this piece is virtually void of defects.Glossy chocolate and light olive brown with frosty tan fadeddown from mint color covering the protected areas on bothsides. A splash of darker chocolate brown toning at the H inHALF extends into the wreath. MDS, Manley state 3.0. A dulldie crack passes through the top of LIBERTY into the fieldbeyond the Y and the die crack to the top of the R in AMERICAis strong. The Spiked Chin feature is strong. A nice piece, closeto EF45. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2263 1804 C-8 R1. Fine-12. Spiked Chin. Glossy steel and olivebrown. Smooth and attractive, but a couple planchet flakes oneither side of the hair ribbon keep this piece from a slightlyhigher grade. Extremely rare terminal die state, Manley state 6.0late, with a fully raised cud break at LIBE. While many exam-ples are known with a partially raised retained cud break in thisarea, this one shows a complete cud. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2264 1804 C-11 R2 Plain 4 with Stems. VF-30. Sharpness EF40 orslightly better but faint hairline scratches cover the highpointson both sides. None of these marks is visible without the aid ofa strong glass, and the eye appeal of this piece remains excel-lent. A dull rim nick right of the forehead and a tiny planchetflake at the rim left of the lowest curl are the other notablemarks. Frosty chocolate brown. EDS, Manley state 1.0, with thewreath and HALF CENT well struck. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

2265 1804 C-13 R1 Plain 4 without Stems. VF-35. Choice glossy lightolive and chocolate brown. Smooth and quite attractive. A smallplanchet chip in the dentils at the U in UNITED is the only nota-ble mark. MDS, Manley state 2.0. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

DRAMATIC DOUBLE STRUCK 1805 HALF CENT

2266 1805 C-1 R2-. NGC graded AU-55. Glossy mix of lightchocolate and darker olive brown. The surfaces are smoothand void of any notable marks. This piece was doublestruck in the collar. The first strike was normal but the coinfailed to eject before a second planchet was inserted intothe press. This piece was struck a second time on theobverse by the obverse die but the reverse was pressedagainst the new blank planchet creating an incuse reverseimpression on that planchet (a reverse brockage). The sec-ond obverse impression is rotated 30 degrees clockwise rel-ative to the first, and a clear impression of Ms. Liberty'sprofile from the first strike shows on the face and hair ofthe second strike. Additional evidence of the first strike canbe found elsewhere on Ms. Liberty, but the rotated profileon her face is obvious to the unaided eye. A beautifulexample of an early mint error. Our grade is EF40+. Thedouble struck with rotation feature is noted on the NGClabel. Estimated Value ........................................................ $1,000-UP

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2267 1805 C-1 R2-. VF-30. Stemless Wreath. Very attractive glossychocolate and olive with slightly lighter brown toning in pro-tected areas around the portrait. Frosty flowline luster coversthe protected areas, especially on the reverse. Excellent eyeappeal. A faint hairline from the earlobe down to the shoulderis the only notable defect, and it is barely visible with a glass.LDS, Manley state 2.0, with a thin rim cud break right of thefraction. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2268 1805 C-3 R4 Small 5 with Stems. Good-5. Slightly sharper withmicroscopic granularity covering the planchet, strongest on thereverse, plus a few fine hairline scratches on the portrait and asingle scratch along the top of the wreath. The scratches are oldand blend perfectly into the natural toning. No verdigris. Darksteel and chocolate brown, the obverse rather glossy while thereverse is matte. The date is bold and the legends are clear. LDS,Manley state 2.0. Obvious swelling show in the field before theportrait. Estimated Value ...................................................................$350-UP

2269 1805 C-3 R4 Small 5 with Stems. About Good-3. A couplepoints sharper but lightly corroded and myriad fine hairlinescratches cover the portrait. No verdigris or additional marks.Slightly glossy olive with chocolate and steel toning coveringthe devices. The date and legends are clear except for weaknessat UNITED. LDS, Manley state 2.0, with swelling in the fieldbefore the portrait. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2270 1805 C-4 R2-. VF-25. Large 5. Five points sharper with a few toomany light contact marks for the higher grade. None of thesemarks is at all distracting and the eye appeal of this pieceremains excellent. Glossy chocolate and olive brown, theobverse delicately mottled with lighter brown and reddishchocolate. Nicely struck LDS, Manley state 2.0. Several diecracks show on the obverse, including one through the bust tip. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2271 1806 C-2 R4 Small 6 with Stems. Good-6. Clipped Planchet.Glossy chocolate brown. Nice eye appeal, just a few minor con-tact marks on relatively smooth surfaces. A fine vertical hairlinescratch in the curls is the only notable defect. MDS, Manleystate 2.0. The date is strong and the legends are clear. A smallcurved planchet clip affects the rim just right of the Y in LIB-ERTY and the opposing rim at RIC. An attractive lower gradeexample of the popular Small 6 with Stems variety; the minterror is a bonus. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2272 1806 C-2 R4 Small 6 with Stems. Good-6. Very slightly sharperbut there are a half dozen fine, old pinscratches in the obversefields, plus a minor rim bruise at the T in LIBERTY. Otherwisethis piece is smooth and choice for the grade. Glossy chocolatebrown. The date and legends are all strong. MDS, Manley state2.0, with die clashmarks at RT in LIBERTY. A decent lowergrade example of this popular "Redbook" type. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

OFF CENTER 1807 HALF CENT

2273 1807 C-1 R1. NGC graded VF-30. Slightly glossy dark oliveand steel. The only notable marks are a small planchet chipon the forehead and another near the dentils right of the Yin LIBERTY, both as struck. The surfaces are slightly dullbut there is no corrosion and the eye appeal is decent. E-MDS, Manley state 1.0. Struck 10% off center to K-6.5 leav-ing the lower half of the date off the planchet. Our grade isVF20. The attribution and off center feature are noted onthe NGC label. Estimated Value .........................................................$1,500-UP

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2274 1808/7 C-2 R3. VG-8. Overdate 8 over 7. A couple pointssharper with faint roughness well hidden under a glossy darkolive and steel patina. No marks or verdigris. EDS, Manley state1.0, before any die cracks on the obverse. The date and legendsare strong and the overdate feature is obvious. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

Ex Rod Widok 11/98..

2275 1808/7 C-2 R3. Good-4. Overdate 8 over 7. Slightly glossy steelbrown with darker steel and olive toning in protected areas.The fields and protected areas are covered with extremely fineroughness while the devices are smooth. No verdigris, a rimnick under the right edge of the date being the only mark. Thedate is clear and the overdate feature is visible. The legends arecomplete except for S-OF, which are faint at best. EDS, beforeany obvious die cracks on the obverse. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

2276 1808/7 C-2 R3. Good-6. Overdate 8 over 7. A couple pointssharper with fine roughness covering the fields and protectedareas while the devices are mostly smooth. No verdigris, andthe only mark is a rim bruise at ER in AMERICA. Rather glossysteel and olive, the devices a bit lighter shade than the protectedareas. The date and legends are complete and clear, and theoverdate is obvious. M-LDS, Manley state 3.0. A strong cudbreak joins TY to the rim. Comes with an impressive prove-nance. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

Ex Roger Cohen fixed price list 10/72-R. Tettenhorst, 2002 EAC Sale, McCawley & Grellman Auctions 4/20/02:61..

DOUBLE STRUCK 1808 COHEN-3

2277 1808 C-3 R1. NGC graded VG-10. Glossy olive, steel, andchocolate brown. Looks choice to the unaided eye, but aglass reveals many faint hairline scratches on both sides,none significant. MDS, Manley state 3.0. What makes thisotherwise generic half cent special is the bold double strikethat left strong evidence of the initial strike on both sides.Both strikes were within the confines of the collar of thepress, but the planchet rotated about 40 degrees clockwisebetween impressions. The profile of Ms Liberty from thefirst strike shows clearly on the face and hair of the secondstrike, and two fractions show on the reverse. Ample addi-tional evidence of the first strike is visible as well, espe-cially on the reverse. Another very interesting early halfcent error in this sale. Our grade is F12. The attributionand double struck with rotation features are noted on theNGC label. Estimated Value ........................................................ $1,000-UP

2278 1809 C-1 R4. Good-4. Glossy olive brown and chocolate. Thesurfaces are decent but not perfectly smooth. No verdigris ormarks. The date is clear and the legends are complete. A wellbalanced example, rather nice for the grade. MDS, Manley state2.0, with a die crack through the top of MERI. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2279 1809 C-3 R1. MS-60. Lustrous chocolate and light greenish olivebrown with faded mint red showing in protected areas on theobverse. Great eye appeal. The only notable mark is a tinyswipe of darker olive toning in the field under the tip of thechin. MDS, Manley state 1.0, with dentils visible on both sides. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP


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2280 1809/6 C-5 R1. EF-45 Plus. Overdate 9 over 6 (or inverted 9).Choice glossy chocolate brown with frosty flowline luster cov-ering the protected areas on both sides. Great eye appeal, closeto AU50. The only mark is a faint diagonal hairline scratch onthe chin. E-MDS, Manley state 1.0. The overdate feature issharp. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2281 1809/6 C-5 R1. VF-25. Overdate 9 over 6 (or inverted 9). Fivepoints sharper with a light scrape hidden in the hair right of theeye. Otherwise quite nice. Glossy chocolate and steel brown.MDS, Manley state 2.0. The 9 over 6 feature is clear. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP


2282 1810 C-1 R1. CGA graded AU-55. Frosty chocolate and olivebrown with traces of lustrous lighter reddish steel brown fadeddown from mint red on the reverse. Excellent eye appeal, just afew microscopic ticks and planchet flakes on the reverse fromchoice. Nicely struck except for minor weakness at AMERICA.MDS with the reverse rotated 45 degrees CCW from the normalhead-to-foot die orientation. The repunching at the left base ofthe 0 in the date is clear. A very nice example of the date. Ourgrade is EF45+, close to AU50. Estimated Value ...................................................................$600-UP

2283 1811 C-1 R4. Good-5. Slightly sharper but covered with veryfine granularity, strongest on the reverse. There is a dull verticalscratch down from the N in CENT and traces of shallow red-dish verdigris can be found on that side. Slightly glossy darkolive and steel. The date is bold and the legends are clear exceptfor weakness at UNITED caused by the opposing cud. LDS,Manley state 5.0, with a strong cud break that joins stars 1-4 tothe rim. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP


2284 1811 C-2 R3. Fine-12. Sharpness near VF20 but there are fainthairline scratches hidden in the natural toning on both sides.Otherwise the only marks are a dull horizontal nick on thecheek and a tiny rim bruise above the back of the head. Glossydark chocolate brown and olive. Nicely struck early die state.The date and legends are all strong. Estimated Value ...................................................................$750-UP

2285 1811 C-2 R3. VG-7. Rather glossy dark steel and olive brownshifting to chocolate on the devices. No marks or verdigris. Thefields and protected areas are less glossy than the devicesthanks to uniform extremely faint roughness, but overall this isa nice example for the grade. The date is bold and the legendsare complete (although the left edge of the reverse is relativelyweak, as always on this variety). Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2286 1811 C-2 R3. VG-7. Very slightly sharper with extremely faintporosity covering the planchet. No marks or verdigris, and theeye appeal is quite nice for the grade. Slightly glossy chocolateand steel. The date is bold and the legends are complete (withthe usual relative weakness along the left edge of the reverse). Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2287 1826 C-2 R3+. VF-20. Repunched 6. Ten points sharper withsome contact marks, including a shallow scrape in the fieldbefore the portrait, several light nicks on the cheek, and somemore nicks right of the F in OF. Glossy light chocolate brownwith darker chocolate in protected areas. EDS, Manley state 1.0.The repunching on the 6 is sharp. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

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2288 1828 C-1 R1. PCGS graded AU-58. 13-Star Obverse. Glossymedium brown and light chocolate with frosty luster in pro-tected areas. A thin nick on the curl at the bottom of the neckand a splash of darker chocolate toning under RICA are theonly notable marks. MDS, Manley state 2.0. Our grade is EF45. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2289 1828 C-3 R1. MS-60. 13-Star Obverse. Lustrous light greenisholive and chocolate brown with nearly 10% of the mint redremaining on the obverse. Subtle overtones of light bluish steelcover the fields on the reverse. No spots or stains, and the onlymarks are a few light ticks in the field before the lips. E-MDS,Manley state 2.0, with delicate die clashmarks on the reverse. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

Ex Chris McCawley 11/98..

2290 1832 C-1 R2. AU-58. Frosty steel brown and light chocolate withsubtle overtones of light bluish steel in the fields and protectedareas. Tiny peeps of faded mint color can be found in a coupleof the protected areas. A speck of verdigris in the dentils overthe E in STATES is the only significant mark. Excellent eyeappeal, just the lightest hint of rub on the highest points frommint state. MDS with a clear die crack from the dentils throughthe A in STATES to the wreath. Removed from a PCGS slabgraded MS64 Brown (PCGS label included). Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP

2291 1832 C-2 R2. PCGS graded AU-58. Glossy steel brown and lightchocolate with frosty luster covering the protected areas. Excel-lent eye appeal, just a few tiny wisps of darker toning on thereverse from perfect. E-MDS, Manley state 1.0, before the diecrack at TE in STATES. Our grade is AU50. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2292 1832 C-3 R2. PCGS graded AU-58. Frosty light brown fading tochocolate on the highpoints. Very nice, just a few trivial spots ofdarker toning on the reverse from choice. MDS with the usualdie rust evident on the reverse. Our grade is AU50. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2293 1833 C-1 R1. MS-62. Lustrous steel and chocolate. The surfacesare satiny and attractive. The only marks are a couple tiny tickson the end of the chin. MDS, Manley state 2.0, with fine dieclashmarks on both sides. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2294 1834 C-1 R1. AU-58 Plus. Lustrous light steel brown with olivetoning in protected areas and peeps of faded mint red showingon both sides. Delicate overtones of light bluish steel toningcover the planchet. Excellent eye appeal, just a hint of rub on thehighest points from mint state. EDS, Manley state 1.0, beforeany die clashmarks appear. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP


2295 1835 C-1 R1. MS-60 Plus. Frosty light greenish olive brownwith hints of sea green overtone. Lustrous and void of anymarks. LDS, Manley state 2.0, with strong die clashmarks on theobverse. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2296 1835 C-2 R1. MS-62. Very attractive lustrous bluish steel andolive with peeps of faded mint color in a few of the protectedareas. No notable marks or other defects. LDS, Manley state 3.0,with a fine die crack arcing through the upper part of thereverse. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


2297 1835 C-2 R1. AU-55. Glossy light chocolate brown with frostylight bluish steel overtones in protected areas. There are a halfdozen small spots of darker toning on the obverse and a pair ofthin nicks from the tip of the chin into the field. Just a hint ofrub on the highest points from mint state. MDS, Manley state2.0. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP


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2298 1837 Half Cent Token Low-47 Rulau HT-73. EF-40. Glossylight to medium chocolate brown. Smooth and attractive, justlightly worn on the highpoints. A nice example of this popularHard Times Token, the only half cent denomination in theseries. Often collected with the regular Federal Half Cents. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

2299 1849 C-1 R2- ANACS graded MS63 Brown.. ANACS gradedMS-63 Brown. Olive and bluish steel brown with faded mintred in protected areas. The only marks are a small spot at thedentils under star 2 and a few tiny ticks in the field before theface plus a thin nick on the chin. Sharply struck EDS, Manleystate 1.0. The fields are hard and slightly reflective. Delicatedoubling is seen under the peak of the 1 and on most of thestars. Seldom found in a die state this early. Our grade isMS60. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

RED & BROWN PROOF 1850 COHEN-1

2300 1850 C-1 Breen 1-A Rarity-6+ (as a proof). NGC gradedProof 64 Red & Brown. Mint red faded to bluish steel onthe devices, about half the mint color remaining. The fieldsare nicely reflective and the strike is needle-sharp. Thispiece would qualify for gem status if not for a pair of tinysplashes of dark toning at the 18 in the date. EDS, Breenstate I, before the heavy die lapping that weakened some ofthe finer die details on the reverse. Our grade is Proof 63.The C-1 attribution is noted on the NGC label. Estimated Value ........................................................ $5,000-UP

2301 1851 C-1 R1. MS-62. Prooflike. Beautiful bluish steel and choco-late with faded mint red showing in protected areas on bothsides. No spots or stains. The only marks are a few light nicks inthe field off the tip of the nose. Sharply struck very early diestate, Breen state I, with prooflike fields on both sides. Fine diepolishing lines cover those fields, similar to those found on thefew examples Breen called proof strikes of this date. We are notsuggesting this piece is a proof strike, but it certainly does pres-ent a look quite different than found on "normal" examples ofthe date. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2302 1854 C-1 R1+. MS-60. Nice frosty uniform chocolate brown.Sharply struck and void of any notable marks. E-MDS. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP


BEAUTIFUL PROOF 1855 COHEN-1

2303 1855 C-1 Breen 1-A R6 (as a proof). PCGS graded Proof 64Brown. Light olive and golden brown faded down frommint color. Hints of iridescent steel blue toning catch thelight on the obverse as this piece is rotated giving it excel-lent eye appeal. The fields are nicely reflective and thestrike is very sharp. No spot or stains. The best identifyingmarks are traces of an old fingerprint in the field at the cor-onet tip and a fine struck-through lint mark the meandersbetween the hair bun and star 9. A beautiful, unquestionedproof strike of this variety and very rare as such. Our gradeis Proof-63. Estimated Value .........................................................$4,000-UP

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2304 1855 C-1 R1. PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Choice frosty lightchocolate brown with traces of bluish steel and sea green toningin protected areas on the reverse. Hints of faded mint color arebleeding through on the reverse as well. Nicely struck and veryattractive. The only mark is a light horizontal nick just left of theear. MDS. Our grade is AU58+, very close to mint state. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2305 1855 C-1 R1. MS-60. Frosty steel brown and chocolate. Nomarks. MDS, the surfaces satiny from microscopic die flowlines.About half the dentils are weakly struck, as usual on this vari-ety. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2306 1855 C-1 R1. AU-55. Frosty light chocolate and steel brown witha swipe of reddish chocolate toning at the dentils over UNIT. Anick on the throat is the only sign of contact on an otherwisechoice piece. MDS. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP


SHARP PROOF 1856 BREEN 1-C

2307 1856 Breen 1-C (proof-only variety) R4. NGC gradedProof 62 Brown. Light golden steel and olive with hints ofsea green and bluish steel overtone. Most likely lightlycleaned long ago as the fields are covered with microscopichairlines, but they are nicely reflective and offer good eyeappeal. The only marks are a few small, faint spots ofdarker toning on the obverse and a tiny planchet flake overthe N in CENT. The doubled T in CENT (which is a charac-teristic of this proof-only variety) is obvious. Our grade isProof-58. Estimated Value ........................................................ $3,000-UP

2308 1856 C-1 R2. MS-60 Plus. Frosty steel brown with subtle over-tones of light bluish steel in the fields and protected areas.Excellent luster and eye appeal. No spots or stains, a tiny nickunder the L in HALF being the only notable mark. MDS, Man-ley state 2.0. A fine die line extends from the leaf under the sec-ond S in STATES and the fields are satiny from microscopic dieflowlines. An attractive example, close to MS62. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


PROOF-ONLY 1857 BREEN 1-B

2309 1857 Breen 1-B (proof-only variety) R4. Proof 55. Dark blu-ish steel and olive brown. No spots or stains, but there are afew microscopic handling marks on both sides plus a shal-low planchet lamination on the lower edge of the bustabove the 8 (as struck). The marks and lamination are visi-ble only with the aid of a glass. The fields are nicely reflec-tive, the mirrors deepest on the obverse, but they are notespecially deep, which is typical of the variety. The dou-bled T in CENT (which is a characteristic of this proof-onlydie variety) is obvious. Estimated Value ........................................................ $2,000-UP

2310 1857 C-1 R2. MS-60 Prooflike. Lightly dipped long ago, nowmostly retoned greenish olive brown and light bluish steelmixed with reddish tan. No notable marks. Nicely struck veryearly die state with prooflike fields on both sides. The fields onthe reverse are covered with fine die polishing lines down to theright, strongest at OF-AM. Breen lists a few proof examplesfrom this die pair, and this piece was cataloged as a proof in theAbe Kosoff sale of the Alex Shuford collection. However, weare convinced this is a prooflike business strike from the veryearly state of the dies. Either way, this piece is quite unusual foran 1857 half cent. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP


2311 1857 C-1 R2. PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Frosty light choco-late brown with hints of faded mint color showing on theobverse. Satiny and very attractive. A couple light marks in thefield above the head and a speck of carbon at the dentil tipsunder the end of the wreath ribbon are the notable defects.MDS. Our grade is MS60. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

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2312 1857 C-1 R2. MS-62. Lustrous light olive and steel brown with20% of the original mint red remaining. A small spot of slightlydarker toning touches the hair under star 8 and another islocated between the date and star 13. The only notable sign ofcontact is a long, thin nick touching the inner point of star 2.MDS. An attractive example of our last half cent, and rarelyfound with this much original mint red. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


2313 1857 C-1 R2. EF-45. Glossy medium brown and chocolate. Thesurfaces are smooth and the only mark is a small splash of veryfine crud at the dentils under star 11. MDS. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

Ex McCawley & Grellman Auctions 1/7/95:322..

2314 1857 C-1 R2. VF-35. Ten points sharper but uniform micro-scopic roughness covers the planchet. Glossy dark olive andsteel. A shallow planchet depression in the field under the hair-bun is the only mark. Estimated Value .....................................................................$75-UP

2315 Pair of Electrotype Half Cents, 1793 & 1802.. Includes 1793 C-2F15 and 1802/0 C-2 F12. Both are covered with microscopicroughness under dark steel and chocolate toning, but both havea clear date and legend. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .....................................................................$80-UP

2316 Group of 6 Early Half Cents, 1794-1800.. Includes: 1794 C-4aAG3, 1795 C-4 Punctuated Date with Pole AG3, 1795 C-6aWithout Pole AG3, 1797 C-2 AG3, 1800 C-1 G6, and 1800 C-1G5. A few are sharper with defects but all have a readable date.Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2317 Group of Seven 1803 Half Cents.. Includes: C-1 (5), C-2 (1), andC-4 (1). Grades range from AG3 to VG7 with an average gradeof G5. Some are slightly sharper with minor defects but all havea clear date. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2318 Trio of 1803 Half Cents with Rotated Reverses.. Includes: C-1EDS G6 reverse rotated 50 degrees CW, C-3 LDS VG7 reverserotated 45 degrees CW, and C-4 AG3 with an upset reverse(rotated 180 degrees from the normal head-to-foot die orienta-tion). Some are slightly sharper with defects but all have a cleardate. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2319 Group of Six 1804 Half Cents, all different varieties.. Includes:C-1 VG8, C-5 (Spiked Chin) VG10, C-9 F12, C-10 F12, C-11(Plain 4 with Stems) VG8, and C-13 (Plain 4 without Stems)VG10. A decent group. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2320 Group of Eight 1804 Half Cents.. Includes: C-1 G6, C-1 G6, C-1AG3, C-8 VG8, C-9 VG8, C-9 VG7, C-10 G6, and C-13 (Plain 4without Stems) G5. A few are slightly sharper with minordefects but all have a clear date. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2321 Group of Eight 1804 C-6 (Spiked Chin) Half Cents.. Gradesrange from VG8 to F12 with an average grade of VG10. Mostare different die states. Some are slightly sharper with minordefects but overall this is a decent group. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2322 Group of Seven 1804 C-6 (Spiked Chin) Half Cents.. Gradesrange from AG3 to VG7 with an average grade of G5. Most aredifferent die states. Some are slightly sharper with minordefects but all have a clear date. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2323 Group of Nine 1805 Half Cents.. Includes 4 pieces with a Stem-less Reverse graded F12, VG7, VG7, and G6; plus 5 exampleswith Stems graded F12, VG10, G5, G4, and AG3. Some aresharper with defects but all have a clear date. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2324 Quartette of 1806 Half Cents.. Includes 3 examples with aStemless Reverse graded VG8, VG8, and VG7; plus one piecewith Stems graded VG10. Some are slightly sharper withdefects but all have a clear date. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2325 Quartette of Half Cents, 1807 & 1808.. Includes: 1807 gradedG5 and three 1808 graded VG8, G5, and G5. The three 1808half cents display different reverse rotations. Some are slightlysharper with minor defects but all have a clear date. Lot of 4coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2326 Trio of 1809 Half Cents.. Includes: C-2 VG7, C-3 AG3, and C-4(Circle Inside 0) F12. The first 2 are slightly sharper with minordefects while the third is very nice. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2327 Trio of 1809/6 C-5 Half Cents.. Grades are VF20, F15, and VG8.A decent trio, and the 9/6 overdate feature is visible on each.Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2328 Group of Five 1809 C-6 Half Cents with Rotated Reverses..Grades are VG10, VG10, G6, G5, and G5. A couple are slightlysharper with minor defects but all have a clear date. The rota-tions range from nearly normal (head-to-foot) to severelyrotated (150 degrees CCW). Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2329 Pair of 1810 Half Cents.. The first is in an ANACS slab gradedF15 (our grade F12) and the second is raw and grades F12 aswell. The first has an unrotated reverse while the second showsa 20 degree CCW rotation. An attractive pair. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2330 Trio of PCI Slabbed Half Cents, 1804-1832.. Includes: 1804 C-12 (Crosslet 4 without Stems) PCI graded VF20 (our gradeF15), 1828 C-3 PCI graded VF30 (our grade net VG10), and1832 C-2 PCI graded VG10 (our grade VG8). Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2331 Trio of Half Cents, 1804-1833.. Includes: 1804 C-8 Spiked ChinEDS (Manley 1.0) F15, 1828 C-2 12-Star Obverse F12, and 1833C-1 EF40. The second is slightly sharper but recolored whilethe other two are nice. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

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2332 Group of 9 Half Cents, 1804-1853.. Includes: 1804 C-13 (Plain 4with Stemless Wreath) G6 and AG3, 1805 C-1 (StemlessWreath) VG7 and Basal State-1, 1807 G4, 1809 F12, 1810 BasalState-1, 1832 with the date altered to 1831 VG7 net AG3, and1853 Fair-2. Some are slightly sharper with minor defects but allhave a readable date. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2333 Group of 6 Half Cents, 1804-1853.. Includes: 1804 C-1 LDSVG8, 1807 C-1 (three examples grading AG3 to G5), 1809 C-6VF25, and 1853 C-1 VF25. Several are slightly sharper withminor defects but all have a clear date. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

2334 Quartette of 1825 Half Cents.. Includes: C-1 VF25 and a trio ofC-2 graded VF25, F15, and F12. Most are slightly sharper withdefects. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2335 Group of Six 1826 Half Cents.. Includes five C-1 in various diestates graded VF20, F12, VG7, VG7, and VG7; and one C-2graded VG10. A couple are slightly sharper with minordefects. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2336 Trio of Half Cents, all NGC graded MS62 Brown.. Includes:1828 C-3, 1835 C-2, and 1853 C-1. All are nice problem-freepieces. Our grade is AU55 for each. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$450-UP

2337 Trio of Half Cents, 1832 & 1835, graded AU50 to AU55..Includes: 1832 C-3, 1835 C-2 MDS (Manley 2.0), and 1835 C-2LDS (Manley 3.0) with traces of faded mint red remaining. Avery nice group. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

2338 Pair of Slabbed Half Cents.. Includes: 1835 C-1 PCGS gradedMS62 Brown, and 1855 C-1 Accugrade graded AU55. Ourgrade is AU50 for both. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2339 Quartette of Half Cents, 1829-1835, graded EF45.. Includes:1829 C-1, 1835 C-1, 1835 C-2 MDS (Manley 2.0), and 1835 C-2LDS (Manley 3.0). The second is sharper but lightly cleanedwhile the other 3 are very nice. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2340 Group of 7 Half Cents, 1828-1834, graded VF30 to EF40..Includes: 1828 (2), 1832 (2), and 1834 (3). Average grade isVF35. A couple are very slightly sharper with minor defects.Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2341 Group of 6 Half Cents, 1828-1834, graded F12 to VF25..Includes: 1828 (1), 1829 (3), 1833 (1), and 1834 (1). Averagegrade is VF20. Some are slightly sharper with minor defects.Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2342 Group of 7 Half Cents, 1828 & 1829, graded G5 to VG10..Includes: 1828 (6) and 1829 (1). Average grade is VG7. Some aresharper with defects. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2343 Trio of Half Cents, 1832 & 1834.. Includes: 1832 C-1 VF35, 1834C-1 VF20, and 1834 C-1 F15. The last is slightly sharper withminor defects. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP


2344 Group of 6 Half Cents, 1850-1855, graded EF40 to EF45..Includes: 1850 (1), 1851 (3), 1853 (1), and 1855 (1). One of the1855 is sharper but lightly cleaned. The rest are nice. Lot of 6coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

2345 Quartette of Coronet Half Cents, 1849-1854.. Includes: 1849 C-1VF30, 1850 C-1 VF35, 1853 C-1 F15, and 1854 C-1 VF30. The1853 is sharper but recolored while the other 3 are very nice. Lotof 4 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2346 Quartette of Half Cents, 1850-1856, graded VF25 to VF30..Includes: 1850, 1851, 1853, and 1856. The last 2 are slightlysharper with minor defects while the first 2 are nice. Lot of 4coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

Large Cents

2347 1793 S-6 R3. Good-6. Wreath Cent. Sharpness at least F15 butthe obverse has been extensively tooled to strengthen thedetails, then burnished and retoned glossy chocolate and olivebrown. The reverse was not tooled and offers excellent eyeappeal in its own right. No roughness, verdigris, or marks(other than the fine tooling). The reason for tooling the obverseis not apparent since the surfaces are smooth and there is noevidence of any repair. Determining a grade for a piece such asthis presents a challenge, but the G6 we assigned as a net gradeseems quite conservative given the excellent detail and eyeappeal. This one deserves a look. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

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CHOICE 1793 "SMITH COUNTERFEIT"

2348 1793 S-8 "Smith Counterfeit". Fine-15. Wreath Cent. Thiscent began life as a normal 1793 Sheldon-8 die varietyWreath Cent, but after extensive circulation it was trans-formed with exceptional skill into what we today call a"Smith Counterfeit." In reality the pieces we call "SmithCounterfeits" are not counterfeits at all but rather alteredexamples of genuine mint-struck large cents. Using theoriginal design as a guide, Mr. Smith of Ann Streetstrengthened and almost imperceptibly modified thedesigns on heavily worn 1793 and 1794 large cents to createthese fascinating pieces to help collectors fill the difficult1793 hole in their collections. He performed this work inthe 1860's when low grade examples of 1793 and 1794 centswere relatively plentiful and worth only a few cents to col-lectors. Most of the "Smith Counterfeits" we see today weremade using 1794 cents as a host, the piece offered herebeing one of the rare exceptions. They remain highly cov-eted today, and the American Numismatic Society (ANS)has a remarkable collection of them (13 according to themost-recent count). The example offered here is one of thereally nice ones in terms of artistry and eye appeal. The sur-faces are smooth and void of any notable defects. Glossydark bluish steel and olive. Some of the Vine and Bars edgedevice from the host 1793 Wreath Cent remains visible. Estimated Value ........................................................ $3,000-UP

2349 1794 S-28 R2. VG-8. Head of 1794. Sharpness VF25 but the sur-faces are uniformly dark and covered with fine granularity. Inaddition, the hair details have been carefully strengthened. Noadditional marks or verdigris. Slightly glossy very dark oliveand steel with traces of glue on the obverse. The date and leg-ends are complete and clear. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2350 1794 S-59 R3. VG-10. Head of 1794. Sharpness VF30 but darkand lightly corroded, strongest on the reverse. No notable ver-digris and only a few minor contact marks including a dull nickon the cap under the L in LIBERTY and a smaller one in thefield off the tip of the nose. Glossy dark olive and steel, the glossstrongest on the obverse. The date is bold and the legends areclear except for UN and the fraction, which are affected by thecorrosion. MDS, Breen state IV. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP


2351 1795 S-75 R3. VG-10. Lettered Edge. Choice glossy chocolatebrown with light chocolate toning covering the devices. Smoothand quite attractive for the grade, virtually flawless. M-LDS,Breen state IV. The date and legends are complete and bold. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP


2352 1795 S-78 R1 NCS graded VG details, bent, corroded.. PlainEdge. Dark steel and chocolate brown. The date is strong andthe legends are complete, but the planchet is very slightly bentand is covered with fine roughness. No verdigris or significantmarks. Our grade is net G5. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2353 1796 S-110 R3. Fine-12. Draped Bust. Sharpness VF35 but cov-ered with fine granularity, strongest on the reverse. No verdi-gris, and the only mark is a dull horizontal scratch close overONE. The scratch is quite old and blends perfectly into the uni-form toning. Dark olive and steel. The obverse is slightly glossywhile the reverse is closer to matte. Sharply struck, the date andlegends all bold. The obverse offers decent eye appeal in spite ofthe microscopic roughness. MDS, Breen state V, with clear diecracks at TY and in the field before the face. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

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DRAMATIC DOUBLE STRUCK 1797 GRIPPED EDGE

2354 1797 S-120b R2 Gripped Edge. PCGS graded AU-53. Double Struck. Frosty steel and light chocolate brown with lighter steel brown and tantoning in protected areas on the obverse. Virtually flawless and the eye appeal of this cent is outstanding. The best identifying marks are adull nick under the L in LIBERTY and a couple faint hairlines under the bust tip. MDS, Breen die state III, with crumbling along the profilefrom the chin to the throat and a fine die crack through the top of LIBERTY. The "Gripped Edge" feature is obvious, even in the slab which isdesigned to allow viewing of the edge of the coin. This cent was double struck with dramatic evidence of the first strike remaining on bothsides. The initial impression was properly centered on the planchet, but the cent did not eject from the press and was struck a second time.The second impression is rotated about 20 degrees clockwise relative to the first, and it is slightly off center to K-8. Ample undertype from thefirst strike remains on both sides, including "97" on the bust tip and two fractions on the reverse. This is an important example of the Sheldon-120b "Gripped Edge" variety in its own right, and the dramatic mint error is a big bonus. Called AU50 choice and tied for CC#3 honors in theNoyes census, his photo #24234. Noyes has identified only one other example as "choice," and that piece is impounded in the AmericanNumismatic Society museum leaving this as the only "choice" piece available to collectors. Bland also calls this cent AU50 but has it tied forCC#4 in his census. Our grade is EF45+, very close to AU50. The attribution and Husak provenance are noted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... $20,000-UP

Ex Coin Galleries 11/81:1358-C. Douglas Smith-Bert Cohen 3/84-G. Lee Kuntz, Superior 10/6/91:133-J. R. Frankenfield, McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 2/17/01:345-Walter Husak, Heritage 2/15/08:2122..

RED & BROWN NICHOLS HOARD 1797 CENT

2355 1797 S-135 R3. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Frosty steel brown and light olive faded down from original mint red, at least 10% of thered remaining on both sides. No spots or stains. The only marks are pre-striking planchet chips that didn't completely smooth out as the coinwas being struck. These microscopic chips, which are usually found to some degree on nearly all examples of this die variety, cover much ofthe portrait and the area inside the wreath. The only notable planchet chip is a tiny one in the field well left of the base of the L in LIBERTY.MDS, Breen state III. Almost certainly from the famous Nichols Hoard of mint state Draped Bust cents that was dispersed by the Nichols fam-ily of Massachusetts in the 1860's. Our grade is MS62. Pop 2; 7 finer, 4 in 65RB, 3 in 66RB. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$17,000 - 19,000

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2356 1797 S-142 R5+. VG-8. A couple points sharper but there is asmall area of roughness at the T in CENT that extends into theleaves to the right. Otherwise there are just a few trivial contactmarks consistent with the grade, including a small planchetchip on the cheek and a short scratch into the field from themouth. Glossy chocolate and steel. EDS, Breen state I. The dateand legends are complete and strong. Called VG10 net VG7 andtied for CC#11 in the Noyes census, his photo #28756. Del Blandsays net VG8. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP

Ex Denis Loring 4/23/88-R. S. Brown, Jr., Superior 1/27/96:202-Dr. Philip W. Ralls, 2002 EAC Sale, McCawley & Grellman Auctions 4/20/02:240-Shawn Yancey..

2357 1798 S-146 R5+. Good-6. Style I Hair with Large 8. Slightlysharper with the obverse fields lightly abraded and smoothed.No other marks, and the eye appeal of this cent is quite nice.Glossy chocolate brown. LDS with die rust showing in theobverse fields. The date and legends are complete and strong. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2358 1798 S-148 R2. VF-25. Style I Hair with Large 8. Sharpness VF35or slightly better but covered with small nicks, none significantor distracting but too many for the sharpness grade. A goodidentifying mark is a tiny planchet chip on the cheek left of themouth, as struck. Glossy olive brown and steel with traces offrost in protected areas. Nicely struck E-MDS, Breen state II.Struck very slightly off center to K-3 but dentils remain clear allthe way around both sides. Called EF40 net VF20 and tied forCC#10 in the Noyes census, his photo #59050. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,500-UP

2359 1798 S-166 R1. Fine-12. Style II Hair with Large 8. SharpnessVF35 but covered with fine roughness, strongest on the reversewhere shallow verdigris covers some of the protected areas. Nocontact marks. Dark olive with chocolate highpoints on theobverse. The obverse is somewhat glossy but the reverse iscloser to matte. The date is bold and the legends are complete.LDS, Breen state VI. The reverse is rotated 35 degrees CCWfrom a normal head-to-foot die orientation. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP


2360 1798 S-177 R4+. VG-8 Plus. Style II Hair with Small 8. Attrac-tive glossy chocolate brown with hints of reddish chocolate andolive brown toning in the mix on both sides. No roughness orverdigris, only a few minor contact marks. These include a pairof very light, dull rim nicks at the bust tip and a larger one atthe first T in STATES. MDS, Breen state III. The die crack upfrom the bust tip reaches into the field near the chin and aweaker crack extends through the date. The date is bold and thelegends are strong. Struck slightly off center to K-6. Very nicefor the grade, close to VG10. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

Ex Jack Beymer-Del Bland 6/84-Jack H. Robinson, Superior 1/29/89:366-Doug Bird 8/04..

2361 1798 S-180 R5+ NCS graded VG details, corroded.. Style IIHair with Small 8. Sharpness VG7 but covered with light tomoderate corrosion. No verdigris or marks. The date is read-able, although the 17 is only partially visible, and the legendsare complete. Dark olive brown with lighter chocolate high-points. LDS, Breen state V, with obvious cud breaks at UN andTATE. Our grade is net G4. The attribution is noted on the NCSlabel. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

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2362 1800 S-202 R4+. VG-10. Glossy light olive and chocolate brown.Only microscopic marks of no significance. The obverse isslightly weaker than the reverse due to the heavily brokenobverse die, as always on this variety (this was the last of fivemarriages for the obverse die). EDS, Breen state I. The date andlegends are all bold. An attractive, well balanced example forthe grade. Estimated Value ...................................................................$800-UP

2363 1800 S-202 R4+. NGC graded Good-5 Plus. Glossy chocolateand olive brown. Smooth and attractive with no hint of corro-sion and just a few trivial contact marks. The only notabledefects are a couple old, fine scratches in the field off the end ofthe chin. LDS, Breen state VII, with extensive die failure evidenton both sides. Most of ED STATES OF AM is now obliterated byheavy swelling of the reverse die. An attractive lower gradeexample of this very impressive die state. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

2364 1800 S-203 R3. Fine-15. Sharpness VF20 but covered withmicroscopic contact marks. The only marks visible without theaid of a strong glass are a dull scratch in the field under the hairribbon and another along the right side of the A in STATES.Rather glossy chocolate brown, and the eye appeal of the cent isquite nice in spite of the minor imperfections. MDS, Breen stateIV, with strong die clashmarks at the top of the reverse. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 600

Ex Darwin B. Palmer-Thomas Wolf, McCawley & Grellman Auc-tions/Goldberg's 2/10/08:1232..

2365 1801 S-215 R4+. VG-10 Plus. Sharpness F15 with traces of veryfine roughness on the obverse. No verdigris, and the roughnessis not visible without the aid of a glass. The only marks are afew thin nicks on the portrait and a light rim bruise at the Y inLIBERTY. Rather glossy chocolate and steel. EDS, Breen state I.The date and legends are bold. An attractive piece in spite of theminor imperfections, close to F12. Estimated Value ...................................................................$600-UP

Ex John D. Wright, 2004 EAC Sale, McCawley & Grellman Auctions 4/17/04:174-Shawn Yancey..

2366 1801 S-223 R1. Fine-15. Error Denominator 1/000. SharpnessEF40 but lightly corroded with traces of shallow greenish verdi-gris showing in some of the protected areas on both sides. Prob-ably lost in soil for a while. The only mark is a shallow scrape orbruise on the rim over the second S in STATES. Slightly glossyvery dark chocolate and olive brown. E-MDS with a cud breakover RT in LIBERTY. The date and legends are bold and theerror fraction feature is obvious. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2367 1802 S-225 R3. VF-20. Very slightly sharper but there are sometiny pinpricks around STATES. These marks are visible onlywith the aid of a glass and the remainder of this cent is choicewith only a few trivial imperfections. Glossy chocolate and lightolive brown. EDS, Breen state II, with strong die clashmarks atthe bust tip. The obverse is very slightly misaligned to K-7while the reverse is perfectly centered on the planchet. A veryattractive cent with the eye appeal of a slightly higher grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

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2368 1802 S-231 R1 Stemless Wreath. Fine-12. Slightly sharper butcovered with uniform microscopic roughness. No verdigris,and the only marks are a dull rim nick left of the L in LIBERTYand a shallow low spot (caused by debris on the die) in the fieldat the back of the head. E-MDS. The date and legends are strongand the Stemless Wreath feature is obvious. Estimated Value .................................................................. $80 - 100

2369 1802 S-241 R1 Stemless Wreath and Doubled Fraction Bar. VF-20. Sharpness EF40 but there are a half dozen old pinscratchesin the left obverse field and microscopic roughness covers muchof the reverse. There is some verdigris on the reverse as well,strongest at ERI. Rather glossy olive and steel. Nicely struckEDS, Breen state I. The Stemless Wreath and Doubled FractionBar features are bold. Looks better than it may sound, especiallyon the obverse. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2370 1803 S-250 R3. VF-20. Sharpness VF30 or slightly better butlightly cleaned and retoned using sulfur. No marks or verdigris,but the sulfur treatment left a shallow residue of dark crud thatcovers all but the highpoints of the planchet where it hasrubbed off and lighter chocolate toning is found. The surfacesdisplay underlying frosty luster in spite of the layer of sulfur,and I suspect this piece has upside potential if properly retoned.LDS. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 250

2371 1803 S-258 R1. VG-10. Large Fraction. Sharpness EF40 but cov-ered with uniform fine to moderate granularity. No marks orverdigris. The date and devices are bold. Dark steel and olivebrown with lighter steel and olive toning on the highpoints. Estimated Value .................................................................. $80 - 100

THE HUSAK 1805 SHELDON-267

2372 1805 S-267 R1. PCGS graded AU-58. The obverse is frostytan and light brown with darker steel brown toning in thehighpoints. The reverse is frosty chocolate and light olivebrown with hints of bluish steel toning in protected areas.Great eye appeal and only a few trivial marks, including acouple barely visible ticks or planchet chips on the rim overLIB and two more above the R in AMERICA. M-LDS, Breenstate III. Called AU55 net EF45 and tied for CC#17 in theNoyes census, his photo #39661. Our grade is EF45+, closeto AU50. The attribution and Husak provenance are notedon the PCGS label. Estimated Value .........................................................$4,000-UP

Ex Walter Husak, Heritage 2/15/08:2272..

2373 1806 S-270 R1. VG-10. Sharpness VF35 but dark and lightly cor-roded with specks of greenish verdigris scattered over bothsides. A rim nick under the right edge of the fraction is the onlynotable contact mark. Slightly glossy very dark olive and steel.The date and legends are complete and bold. Struck slightly offcenter to K-6, but the date and legends remain on the planchet. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP


2374 1807 S-271 R1. VG-10 Plus. Comet Obverse. Choice glossy lightchocolate brown. Smooth and very attractive with only trivialcontact marks, mostly tiny nicks inside the wreath. The dateand legends are all bold. M-LDS with a clear "Comet" die flawin the field behind the head plus additional linear die flaws inthe obverse fields. Very nice for the grade, close to F12. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

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LUSTROUS RED & BROWN 1807/6 OVERDATE

2375 1807/6 S-273 R1 Overdate Large 7 over 6. PCGS gradedMS-63 Red & Brown. Beautiful lustrous steel brown andchocolate faded down from mint red with 10% of theslightly faded mint color remaining on the obverse, 25% onthe reverse. Virtually flawless except for some of the usualstrike weakness associated with the late die state. A tinypinprick over the C in AMERICA is the best identifyingmark, and it is barely visible. LDS, Breen state IV. The diesare worn and display strong clashmarks, and a horizontaldie crack extends into the field from the dentils left of thelower curls. In addition, a narrow rim cud break showsover ST in STATES. The face is not fully impressed and theopposing leaves under RICA are softly struck as well, butthe remainder of the designs are well impressed. This is avery attractive example of this popular overdate variety,certainly one of the finest available today. Our grade isconsistent with the PCGS grade. Estimated Value ...................................................... $12,000-UP

LUSTROUS 1808 SHELDON-278

2376 1808 S-278 R3. PCGS graded MS-62 Brown. Turban Head.Lustrous light chocolate and steel brown with hints offaded mint color peeking through in a couple of the pro-tected areas on both sides. Frosty and very attractive, thesatiny mint luster covering the fields and most of thedevices. EDS, Breen state I, with die guide lines visiblebetween S-O and F-A. The obverse is slightly misaligned toK-5, which is typical of the early die state of this variety.The misalignment caused weakness along the left edge ofboth sides leaving stars 1-6 and NITED ST weaklyimpressed while the remainder of the details are nicelyimpressed. A beautiful Turban Head cent in spite of theimperfect strike. Called AU55 and tied for CC#10 in theNoyes census, his photo #60001. Our grade is AU58+, veryclose to MS60. The attribution and Husak provenance arenoted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value ...................................................... $10,000-UP

Ex Chris McCawley 9/2006-Walter Husak, Heritage 2/15/08:2283..

2377 1810 S-282 R2. VG-10. Turban Head. Steel and olive brown. Thesurfaces are decent and appear perfectly smooth to the unaidedeye, but a glass reveals uniform extremely fine roughness. Nomarks or verdigris. The date and legends are bold. Nice eyeappeal for the grade. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

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2378 1813 S-292 R2. VF-20. Turban Head. Sharpness VF30 but cov-ered with extremely fine roughness. No verdigris, only a fewminor contact marks, including a few tiny pinscratches at S-OF.Dark steel and olive brown. Sharply struck EDS. Struck slightlyoff center to K-8 but only the dentils are affected. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP

2379 Group of 6 Early Large Cents, 1794-1812.. Includes: 1794 S-19bR4 Head of 1793 Basal State-1, 1794 S-63 R2 Fair-2, 1798/7 S-152 R2 Overdate 8 over 7 VF20 net G5 for roughness, 1800/179S-192 R3 Overdate 180 over 179 AG3, 1803 S-246 R3 VG7, and1812 S-290 R1 Small Date Turban Head G5. The date is read-able on all but the first. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2380 Group of 25 Large Cents 1795-1851.. Grades range from BasalState-1 to VG8 with an average grade of AG3. Includes 1795,1797 (2), 1798 (6), 1802, 1803 (4), 1807/6, 1808 (2), 1817, 1818,1822, 1826, 1827, 1849, 1851, and one undated 1816-1835Matron Head type. All but the last has a readable date. Lot of 25coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2381 Group of 13 Early Large Cents, 1797-1813.. Grades range fromFair-2 to G6 with an average grade of AG3. Includes: 1797 (2),1798 (3), 1800, 1802, 1803, 1807 Comet Obverse, 1810, 1812 (2),and 1813. Some are slightly sharper with defects, but all have areadable date. Lot of 13 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2382 Group of 4 Large Cents, 1798-1805.. Includes: 1798 S-166 G5,1800/179 S-196 G5, 1803 S-260 Large Fraction G6, and 1805 S-269 Pointed 1 G5. A decent group, all with a clear date. Lot of 4coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2383 Group of 10 Large Cents, 1797-1833.. Grades range from BasalState-1 to Fine-12, but most are Fair to AG. Includes 1797 (1),1798 (2), 1801 (2), 1803 (2), and one each 1818, 1823, and 1833.The date is easily readable on all but one of the 1798's. Lot of 10coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2384 Group of 5 Large Cents 1807-1849.. Grades range from BasalState-1 to AG3. Includes 1807/6 overdate, an undated 1808-1814 Turban Head type, 1817, 1848, and 1849. All but the sec-ond has a readable date. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

2385 Group of 5 Large Cents, 1810-1854.. Includes: 1810 TurbanHead VG10, 1832 VF20, 1844 F12, 1845 VG8, and 1854 VG8.Some are sharper with defects but all have a readable date. Lotof 5 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2386 1817 N-14 R1. AU-55. A mint state cent that was very lightlycleaned. The only marks are a faint spot of steel toning betweenstar 5 and the coronet tip and another on the rim under the endof the wreath stem. Lustrous frosty red fading to light bluishsteel on the devices. MDS, the usual Randall Hoard die state. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

2387 1817 N-17 R4. VG-10. A couple points sharper with a few toomany light contact marks for the sharpness grade. None ofthese marks is significant or distracting. Glossy chocolate andolive brown. MDS with a strong die crack passing through thetop of STATES and the right top of the first T is clearly raisedtoward the rim thanks to a strong radial crack through that let-ter. A decent example for the grade. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2388 1818 N-8 R3. VF-25. Sharpness EF40 but both sides are coveredwith fine hairline scratches, the scratches so light they barelyalter the toning but so many that they certainly catch your eye.Otherwise this cent is quite nice, free of any additional defects.Glossy light chocolate and steel brown. MDS with a thin butclear rim cud break at star 5 and a stronger one at stars 7-8. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2389 1818 N-10 R1. PCGS graded AU-58. Frosty dark bluish steelbrown and chocolate with faint hints of very faded mint colorshowing through in a couple of the protected areas. An attrac-tive cent with mint state eye appeal. Just a couple tiny ticksunder the O in ONE and a faint hint of rub on the curl on theforehead from choice. M-LDS, the usual Randall Hoard diestate for this variety. Our grade is AU58+, close to MS60. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2390 1819 N-8 R1. PCGS graded MS-62 Brown. Highly lustrous lightbluish steel and chocolate with generous traces of slightly fadedmint red remaining on the obverse. A faint spot of slightlydarker toning is hidden in the hair right of the ear. Sharplystruck EDS. Nice eye appeal, but there are some tiny contactmarks on both sides suggesting this piece was mixed in withother coins for a short time. Most likely from the famous Ran-dall Hoard of mint state cents of the years 1816-1820 that wasdiscovered shortly following the US Civil War. Our grade isMS60. Estimated Value ...................................................................$350-UP

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2391 1824/2 N-1 R1. PCGS graded VF-20. Overdate 4 over 2. Glossychocolate and light olive brown. No roughness or verdigris, butthere are a few contact marks. These include a dull scratch fromthe bust tip to star 2, a rim bruise at star 12, and another overOF. MDS. The overdate feature is strong. Comes with an oldgreen PCGS grading label. Our grade is net F12. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

2392 1826 N-1 R2. EF-45. Five points sharper but there is a planchetflake on the tip of the chin. Otherwise this cent is choice andoffers outstanding eye appeal. Frosty chocolate and steel withlighter steel brown faded down from mint color in protectedareas. MDS showing a strong rim cud break over star 6. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


IMPRESSIVE 1831 N-12 "HARPOONED WHALE"

2393 1831 N-12/3 R5 (as a die state). VF-25. Sharpness VF35 orslightly better but the initials "EB" are lightly scratched into thefield before the mouth. Otherwise this cent is essentially flaw-less. Frosty olive and chocolate brown. LDS with a huge cudbreak that fully involves 2 points of star 12 and 5 points of star13, the so-called "Harpooned Whale" die state (the cud isshaped like a whale and the upper point of star 13 protrudesfrom the back of the whale like a harpoon). This cud break doescome in a slightly later state where the left point of star 12 isfully engulfed by the cud, but both die states are known as the"harpooned whale." A fine double profile shows along the frontedge of the neck as well as on the chin and lips (all caused bydie bounce). This is an impressive if slightly imperfect exampleof one of the most popular cud breaks in the large cent series. Estimated Value ...................................................................$400-UP

2394 Group of 8 Large Cents, 1816-1831.. Includes 1816 N-1 R4 G6,1820 N-13 Large Date VF30, 1825 N-6 F12, 1826 N-4 VF25, 1828N-11 VF20, 1829 N-2 F15, 1830 N-8 F15, and 1831 N-8 VF20. Afew are sharper with defects but overall this is a nice group. Lotof 8 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

2395 Group of 83 Large Cents, 1816-1839.. Grades range from AG toVG with an average grade of G-VG. Some are sharper withdefects but all have a readable date. A good mix of dates. Lot of83 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

2396 Group of 41 Large Cents, 1816-1839.. Grades range from Goodto VF with an average grade of VG-F. Some are sharper withdefects, but all have a readable date. Good mix of dates. Lot of41 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2397 Partial Set of Large Cents, 1817-1857, in Wayte RaymondPages.. Contains 24 pieces. All were cleaned long ago and haveretoned to give the appearance of Red and Brown mint statecents. Great eye appeal until you use a glass and the cleaningand light wear become apparent. Includes: 1817 15-Stars, 1819Large Date, 1833, 1836 Gobrecht Head, 1837 Plain Hair Cord,1838, 1842 Large Date, 1845, 1846 Repunched Date, 1847, 1848,1849, 1850, 1851, 1852, 1853, 1854, 1855 Upright 55, 1855 Knob-on-Ear, 1855 Italic 55, 1856 Upright 5, 1856 Italic 5, 1857 SmallDate, and 1857 Large Date. Sharpness of these cents variesbetween VF30 and AU50, but their net grades would be some-what lower due to the old cleaning. A group with potential thatdeserves a closer look. Lot of 24 coins housed in 3 Wayte Ray-mond pages. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

Ex Mayflower Coin Auctions 5/24/68:198. The Leo Wexler Collection.

2398 Pair of Large Cents, 1819 and 1836.. Includes: 1819 N-9 R1 E-MDS VF25+ and 1836 N-1 R1+ LDS AU50 net EF40 for a spoton the bust and a light rub to remove the spot. A decent pair inspite of the minor flaw. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP


2399 Group of 8 Large Cents, 1832-1839.. Includes: 1832 N-1 VF35,1833 N-5 VF20, 1835 N-7 F15, 1836 N-4 VF25, 1837 N-6 F15,1838 N-12 VF30, 1838 unattributed G6, and 1839 N-9 VF30. Afew are slightly sharper with minor defects. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2400 Group of 5 Scarce Large Cents, 1821-1839.. Includes: 1821 N-1VG10, 1823/2 N-1 Overdate 3 over 2 VG8, 1823 N-2 G6, 1834 N-6 Large Date/Stars/Letters VG10, and 1839/6 N-1 Overdate 9over 6 VG7. A decent group of tough dates and varieties. Thedates are clear and the overdate features are obvious. Lot of 5coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP


2401 Group of 6 Large Cents, 1822-1847.. Includes: 1822 N-9 R5-VG7, 1829 N-3 Small Letters Reverse G6, 1831 N-11 VG8, 1842N-5 F12, 1845 N-1 AG3, and 1847 N-21 F12. Some are sharperwith defects. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$150-UP

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2402 1842 N-6 R1. PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Large Date. Frostybluish steel and chocolate. The surfaces are satiny and offerexcellent eye appeal. The only notable defect is a spot of veryfine carbon in the wreath under the first A in AMERICA. M-LDS, die state c. The die lumps on the obverse are gone. Ourgrade is MS60, tied for CC#11 in the Grellman census. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

EQUAL SECOND FINEST 1843 NEWCOMB-11

2403 1843 N-11 R2. MS-63. Obverse and Reverse of 1842.Repunched 184. Lustrous mint red fading to bluish steeland olive brown with a third of the mint color remaining.This cent is virtually flawless except for a splash of darktoning under the E in CENT and a couple smaller ones atTA in STATES. The surfaces are satiny and the eye appealis excellent. MDS, die state c early. A die crack extendsfrom the rim through the I in AMERICA to the wreath butgoes no farther. Repunching remains visible on the 184.Tied for CC#2 honors in the Grellman census. Estimated Value ........................................................ $1,500-UP

2404 1848 N-27 R2. PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Very attractive lus-trous light chocolate and steel brown with traces of mint colorremaining on the obverse, at least 10% on the reverse. No spotsor stains. The only mark on an otherwise choice example is afaint, thin scuff along the jawline. Nicely struck E-MDS, diestate b, with a fine die crack through the top of ME. Our gradeis MS60+, tied for CC#6 in the Grellman census. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2405 Pair of Cents, 1849 & 1854, both with Dr. French boxes.. Thefirst is an 1849 N-4 E-MDS (die state b) VF35 net VF30 for anold recoloring. It comes in a Dr. French box labeled "A-4" andlisted as lot #711 in his sale via B. Max Mehl in 1929-1930. Thesecond is an 1854 N-5 MDS (die state b) in EF45 net EF40 for anick under star 7. It comes in a Dr. French box labeled "A-4"(which corresponds to N-4, not N-5) and is listed as lot #785 inhis sale. The grades assigned today are close to the grades listedin the B. Max Mehl catalog, but there is no way to be certainthese are the original Dr. French coins that came in the boxes.The boxes, however, are original, and they are what make thislot special. Lot of 2 coins and 2 boxes. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

Ex Dr. George P. French collection, B. Max Mehl 1929 FPL, lots 711 & 785..

2406 1850 N-7 R2. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Lustrousmint red fading to steel brown and chocolate, about half themint color remaining, mostly on the reverse. The only marksare some of the usual microscopic specks of dark toning scat-tered over both sides, none notable or distracting. M-LDS, diestate b, the usual hoard die state for the variety. Our grade isMS63+. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP

RED & BROWN 1851/81 NEWCOMB-3

2407 1851/81 N-3 R1. NGC graded MS-63 Red & Brown. RepunchedDate 51 over Inverted 18, the so-called 51 over 81 variety. Lus-trous mint red fading to chocolate and steel brown, about halfthe mint color remaining. This cent would rate an even highergrade if not for a splash of dark toning over the ER in LIBERTYand smaller splashes of similar toning under the left foot of thefirst 1 in the date and in the field around star 4. Otherwise theonly marks are a trail of microscopic ticks in the field over star1. M-LDS, die state b late. The repunching of the inverted 8behind the 5 is faint, nearly gone, but evidence of the inverted 1under the second 1 remains clear. Our grade is net MS62. TheN-3 attribution and 51 over inverted 18 feature are noted on theNGC label. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

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THE NEWCOMB-STARR 1854 N-12 PROOF

2408 1854 N-12 R6 (as a proof). PCGS graded Proof 64 Brown.Olive and chocolate brown mixed with some lighter brownand reddish tan toning faded down from mint color in thefield at stars 4-8 and at D-STA. The strike is needle-sharpwith fully defined details in all the devices and crisp dentilsall the way around both sides. The fields are mirrored andthe eye appeal of this piece is excellent. The best identifyingmark on this piece is a tiny planchet chip on the rim overthe second S in STATES, as minted. The proof and businessstrikes of this variety were struck using the same pair ofdies, but the proof strikes offer a distinctly different "look"in addition to the reflective fields and squared rims. Theywere struck from the early state of the dies with clearrepunching under the base of the 1 and fine diagonal dielines up from the dentils under the 54 and star 13. This oneis an unquestioned proof strike, and it comes with theimportant Howard R. Newcomb provenance that certainlyadds to its appeal. Our grade is Proof-60. Estimated Value ........................................................ $5,000-UP

Ex Howard R. Newcomb, J. C. Morgenthau & Co. 5/16/1945:751-Floyd T. Starr, Stack's 6/13/84:779-Stack's 12/4/84:1928-Dennis Coffey 2/2/85-Jack H. Robinson, Superior 1/29/89:1745-J. R. Fran-kenfield, McCawley & Grellman Auctions/Superior 2/17/2001:1828..

2409 1855 N-10 R1. PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Italic 55. Lustrousbluish steel and light olive brown with about a third of the mintred remaining, mostly on the reverse. Sharply struck EDS, diestate a, with slightly reflective fields on both sides. A veryattractive cent, choice except for a few small spots of darker ton-ing on the obverse. Our grade is MS62+, very close to MS63. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2410 1856 N-12 R1+. PCGS graded MS-63 Red & Brown. Upright 5.Glossy chocolate brown with 20% of the mint red showing onboth sides. The only marks are a thin diagonal planchet voidbetween star 1 and the throat, as struck, and a shallow nick inthe field right of star 3. Otherwise this cent is choice. Nicelystruck E-MDS, die state a. Our grade is MS62, tied for CC#9. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2411 1857 N-1 R1. EF-40. Large Date. Choice glossy light chocolatebrown. Smooth and very attractive, perfect for the grade. LDS,die state b. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2412 1857 N-4 R1. VF-25. Small Date. Sharpness VF35 but there is arim dent at star 5 and a half dozen fine pinscratches over ONE,all blended into the glossy light olive brown patina. A smallspot of reddish brown toning touches the right points of star 6.MDS. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2413 Group of 6 Early Coppers, including 1 Half Cent and 5 LargeCents.. Includes: 1809 Half Cent and 5 Large Cents dated from1826 to 1855. Grades range from AG to Fine with an averagegrade of G-VG. Some are sharper with defects but all have areadable date. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

2414 Group of 6 Large Cents, 1812-1854.. Grades range from BasalState-1 to VF35. Includes four low grade pieces plus an 1854grading VF35 and an 1852 in white metal (a rare counterfeitmade to pass in circulation long ago). Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 80

2415 Group of 27 Large Cents, 1840-1856.. Grades range from VG toVF with an average grade of Fine. Some are sharper withdefects but all have a readable date. Good mix of dates. Lot of27 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$300-UP


2416 Group of 10 Large Cents, 1842-1856.. Includes: 1842 N-2 SmallDate VF30, 1842 N-4 Large Date VF30, 1843 N-4 Obverse of1842 with Reverse of 1844 F15, 1849 N-2 VF20, 1850 N-17 VF35,1853 N-29 VF35, 1854 N-11 EF40, 1855 N-6 Upright 55 EF40,1855 N-10 Italic 55 VF35, and 1856 N-16 Italic 5 VF35. A coupleare slightly sharper with minor defects, but overall this is a verynice group. Lot of 10 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP

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Large Cents/TokensSession Four - Tuesday, September 8 , 2009 10:00 am

2417 Group of 24 Large Cents, 1840-1856.. Grades range from Goodto VF with an average grade of Fine. Some are slightly sharperwith minor defects, but all have a readable date. Most dates arerepresented. Lot of 24 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

2418 Group of 5 Large Cents, 1844-1856.. Includes: 1844/81 N-2 F12,1845 N-7 VF30, 1854 N-28 F12, 1856 N-7 Upright 5 AU50, and1856 N-14 Italic 5 AU50. A nice group that includes a few toughvarieties. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP


2419 Group of 16 Large Cents, 1844-1855.. Grades range from Goodto Fine with an average grade of VG. Some are sharper withdefects but all have a readable date. Lot of 16 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2420 Trio of 1857 Large Cents.. Includes: N-1 Large Date MDSVF30, N-1 Large Date LDS F15, and N-4 Small Date EDSVF35. A decent group of this popular final year of our largecent. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$250-UP


Tokens

2421 Quartette of Tokens, 2 Hard Times and 2 US Civil War.. Oneof the Hard Times Tokens grades VF and the other is VF netVG for scratches. The two patriotic US Civil War tokens eachgrade EF. No duplicates. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

2422 Group of 7 Tokens, 5 Hard Times and 2 US Civil War.. Thesegrade AG-3 to EF40, but most are nice VF. Some are slightlysharper with minor defects but most are quite nice. No duplica-tions. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value .....................................................................$50-UP

2423 (1840-44) Hard Times Token Snyder & Shankland of Philadel-phia Rulau HT #C417 Rarity-8. VF-30. Struck in white metal,diameter 33 millimeters. Sharpness EF40 but there are a fewlight rim bruises and small contact marks scattered over bothsides, and a couple small spots of shallow tin pest corrosion.The surfaces are glossy and the legends are strong. This is anextremely rare token from the Hard Times era struck by thesePhiladelphia merchants who were in business as custom "Drap-ers & Tailors" from 1840 to 1844. Rulau lists auction recordsfrom more than 15 years ago where EF examples in white metalbrought prices of $1700 and $1900. Obviously these don't showup very often. Estimated Value ...................................................................$750-UP

2424 1879 South Carolina Merchant Token for Wm. L. Bradley 10Cents Rulau SC-St 7. VF-30. Choice glossy chocolate and lightolive brown. Smooth and quite attractive for the grade, just a bitof wear on the devices. The legends are complete and strong. Avery rare token from this store in Stono, South Carolina. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2425 (1859) Pair of Storecards from William Idler, Rulau PA-214(Kenney-2) and Rulau PA-215 (Kenney-3).. The example struckin Copper (PA-214) grades MS63 prooflike and the one struck inBrass (PA-215) grades MS60. Both are very attractive and prob-lem-free. These 33-milimeter diameter pieces were struck byWilliam Idler in 1859 or early 1860 as his store card using thereverse die he copied from the reverse of the 1792 WashingtonHalf Dollar pattern (Baker-544). Idler was one of this country'searliest coin dealers, and his card advertised this along with hisother interests in "Minerals, Stationery, & Fancy Articles." Anice pair of these very popular pre-Civil War store cards. Lot of2 coins. Estimated Value ...................................................................$200-UP

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Indian Head Cents

2426 1859. NGC graded Proof 64 Cameo. Nicely toned. Only 800Proofs struck. A fresh and attractive specimen with choice lus-ter and natural toning on both sides. Somewhat finer than typi-cally seen for the scarce Proof date, a one-year Proof, for thatmatter, with really decent design details at the feathers and onthe laurel wreath. (Laurel leaves would give way to an okaywreath the next year.) Pop 16; 14 finer. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,400

2427 1863. NGC graded MS-65 PQ. A well struck gem, fully lustrousand light golden in color. A Premium Quality example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

2428 1863. PCGS graded MS-63. Light even toning and quite choicefor the grade. (PCGS # 2067) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160


2429 1863. MS-60 Plus. Attractively toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2430 1864. Copper-nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Nice light goldentoning. Only 370 Proofs struck. How could it be anything butscarce with such a low mintage! Look into your glass, dearreader, and what do you see? Nothing more nor less than acrisp, beautiful, original Gem Proof copper-nickel cent of thelast year of this short design, which stretched half a decadefrom 1859 to 1864 during a tumultuous turmoil period in Amer-ican history. This was the time of the "War of the Rebellion" as itis termed in the official Congressionally authorized history ofthe event. Pop 43; 8 in 66; 2 in 67. (PCGS # 2265) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

2431 1864. Copper-nickel. PCGS graded MS-63. Evenly toned withsemi reflective surfaces. Final year of the copper-nickel Type.(PCGS # 2070) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275


2432 1864. Bronze, with "L". PCGS graded MS-63 Brown. Very wellstruck with pleasing medium brown and a natural streak ofmint red color. Full sharp L (for Longacre) beneath lowestfeather. (PCGS # 2079) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400


2433 1867, 67 over 67. Sharpness of EF-45. VP-001. We note someminor stains on the reverse. Noticeably recut digits in the date,a popular variety with collectors. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2434 1872. PCGS "Genuine." Our grade is MS-60+ Red and Brown.Perhaps PCGS questions the toning. Scarce issue. (PCGS #2104) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2435 1873. Open 3. AU-55. Attractive golden toning. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

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2436 1875. PCGS "Genuine" Proof. Our grade is Proof-63 Red andBrown. Pleasing shades of green and golden colors. (PCGS #2313) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


2437 1879. PCGS graded Proof 66 Red & Brown. A beautiful mahog-any red specimen with some golden highlights. Full, bold trans-fer from the Proof die to planchet seen in the exceptional detailof the feathers, hair, and wreath. Pop 23; 7 in 67 RB, 1 in 68 RB.(PCGS # 2325) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

2438 1882 and 1891. PCGS graded MS-63 Red and MS-65 Red &Brown. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2439 1899. NGC graded MS-65 Red. A fiery mint red gem specimen.The devices are boldly struck. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

2440 A 9-piece group of better date Indians. Consists of: 1863, 1864-L, 1865 (2), 1866 (2), 1872, 1874, 1879. Coins range from Good toEF. A nice lot worth a close look. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2441 A lot of Indian Head Cents. Consists of: 1860, 1862, 1866, 1881,1885, 1904, 1906 and 1908. Coins grade VF to Unc., some werecleaned. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 115

2442 A Partial Set of Indian Cents. Includes: 1857 AG, 1860 AU,1863 AU, 1863 Copper Nickel XF, 1864 Copper Nickel XF, 1872VG, 1874 XF, 1884, 1887, 1891, 1895, 1897, 1906 VG to VF, 1908-S AU50, 1909 XF, 1909-S XF. A total of 15 coins housed in an oldWhitman blue deluxe folder. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

Lincoln Cents

2443 1909-S. VG-8. Estimated Value .................................................................. $90 - 100

2444 1909. VDB. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Together with:1913 PCGS MS-64 Brown. Lot of 2 coins. (PCGS # 2424) Estimated Value .................................................................... $40 - 50

2445 1909-S. VDB. NGC graded AU-55 Brown. Always in greatdemand as the key date to the Lincoln Head series, the low484,000 mintage draws attention. Glossy brown luster withchoice, smooth fields and sharp devices. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,350

2446 1909-S. VDB. PCGS graded EF-45. (PCGS # 2426) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250

2447 1909-S. VDB. PCGS graded EF-45. (PCGS # 2426) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250

2448 1909-S. VDB. NGC graded VF-35 Brown. A popular key date.(PCGS # 2426) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050

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2449 1909-S. VDB. PCGS graded VF-30. (PCGS # 2426) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050

2450 1909-S. VDB. NGC graded VG-8 Brown. (PCGS # 2426) Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850

2451 1913-D. NGC graded MS-66 Brown. Well struck with plesingbluish-brown toning, the glossy fields on both sides fully Gemquality, shimmering and pristine. Pop 1; the finest BrownUncirculated. example graded at NGC. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

2452 1914-D. PCGS graded VF-20. (PCGS # 2471) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

2453 1914-D. PCGS graded Fine-15. (PCGS # 2471) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2454 1914-D. PCGS graded Fine-15. (PCGS # 2471) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2455 1919. NGC graded MS-66 Red. A blazing red gem, spot-freeand gleaming. In an older NGC holder. Pop 67; 11 in 67 Red. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2456 1922. No D. NGC graded VF-25. Strong Reverse. FS-013.2. Uni-form chocolate brown surface over both sides, with naturalwear consistent with this middle to higher grade (these areoften found very worn due to extensive use). Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

2457 1955. Doubled die obverse. ANACS graded AU-55. FS-101. Die1 on tapered planchet. Strong doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST,LIBERTY, and of course the 1955 date on this most spectular ofAmerican error coins! Even brown patina with accents of sil-very steel iridescence from the luster. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

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Small Cents/Two Cent PiecesSession Five - Tuesday, September 8 , 2009 12:00 pm

2458 A Partial Set of Lincoln Cents. Dates range from 1909 to 1970-S. Missing the following: 1909-S VDB, 1922-P, and the 1955Double Die. Includes: 1909-S, 1914-D, and 1931-S. A nicemostly circulated set. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2459 A Partial Set of Lincoln Cents. Dates range from 1909 to 1990's.Missing the following: 1909-S VDB, 1922-P, and the 1955 Dou-ble Die. Coins will grade AG to Proof. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2460 A Lot of Gem PCGS Graded Lincoln Type Coins. Consists of:1958 PR67RD, 1964 PR67RD, 1981-S Type 1 PR68RD DCAM,and 2004-S PR68RD DCAM. Estimated Value .................................................................... $70 - 80

Two Cent Pieces

2461 1864. Large motto. PCGS graded MS-64 Brown. Pleasant evenbrown mixed with red mint luster. The edge of the obverse diebroke above the arrow point, creating a small die cud. Otherareas of rim crumbling are noted. First-year of issue. (PCGS #3576) Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 130


2462 1865. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. A full Mint Red gem specimen.The surfaces are a vibrant copper red, with blazing rather thansubtle luster. A solidly graded example, this coin also displaysabove-average striking definition for an Two-cent from 1865.This is to say that the strike is complete, not even a single fusedshield line or bluntly struck leaf to keep this coin from beingfull. Pop 194; 43 in 66 RD, 2 in 67 RD. (PCGS # 3584) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,650

2463 1865. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Loaded with mintred color, mixed with a touch of iridescense. Noticeably wellstruck. Only 500 or so Proofs struck. Pop 48; 27 in 65 RB, 11 in66 RB. (PCGS # 3628) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


2464 1867. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Plenty of mint redstill intact. Only 625 or so Proofs struck. Pop 68; 46 in 65 RB, 7in 66 RB. (PCGS # 3634) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


2465 1868. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Fully struck, theareas around the devices displaying mostly coppery red color.(PCGS # 3598) Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 130


2466 1869. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. A very choice wellstruck example. Only 600 or so Proofs struck. Pop 87; 66 finer.(PCGS # 3640) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


2467 1873. Closed 3. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Boldlystruck with a hint of iridescense. Popular key date to the series,this is the Proof-only finalé to the short-lived Two-cent denomi-nation. Only 600 minted. Pop 128; 79 in 65, 16 in 66. (PCGS #3652) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200


2468 A lot of Two-Cent Pieces. Consists of: 1864, 1866, 1867, 1870and 1871. Coins will grade EF to AU and have been cleaned. Lotof 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

All from a Mayflower Auction in the 1960's, The Leo Wexler Collec-tion.

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Silver Three Cent Pieces

2469 1851-O and 1854. Both EF-40. Each shows signs of old cleaning.Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .................................................................. $80 - 100

Ex Alex Shuford Sale by Abe Kosoff, The Leo Wexler Collection.

GEM UNC 1855 3¢ SILVER

2470 1855. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck with nice gold ton-ing. In a new 4 pronged NGC holder. Pop 9; 6 finer. Estimated Value ...................................................$4,000 - 4,500

2471 1867. PCGS graded Proof 64. Uniform midnight blue toning onboth sides. Razor-sharp detail. Only 625 Proofs struck. Pop 92;76 finer. (PCGS # 3717) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

Nickel Three Cent Pieces

2472 1869. PCGS graded MS-65. A touch of light even toning restsabout the borders. A well struck frosty gem example. Pop 47; 1in 66. (PCGS # 3735) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525


2473 1871. PCGS graded Proof 64. Light even toning atop mirroredfields. Devices gently frosted. Only 960 or so Proofs struck. Pop145. (PCGS # 3767) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375


2474 1875. PCGS graded Proof 64. Light even toning on this attrac-tive lower-mintage coin. Only 700 or so Proofs struck. (PCGS #3771) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375


2475 1876. PCGS graded Proof 62. Light mottled toning. Only 1,150or so Proofs struck. Centennial Year issue. (PCGS # 3772) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 170


2476 1883. PCGS graded Proof 64. Light even toning over glowingProof surfaces. These always come boldly struck. (PCGS # 3779) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375


2477 1884. PCGS graded Proof 64. Light even toning. This datenoticeably scarcer than some others in the 1880s. (PCGS # 3780) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375


2478 1887. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. In a 1st generation PCGSholder. Only 5,001 struck for circulation. A frosty coin. Pop 29;35 finer. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

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Three Cent Pieces/NickelsSession Five - Tuesday, September 8 , 2009 12:00 pm

2479 1889. PCGS graded Proof 64. Light golden toning. Final year ofissue. (PCGS # 3786) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

Shield Nickels

2480 1866. PCGS graded Proof 64. Well struck with just a hint oflight even toning. An ideal Proof example for a top qualilty typeset, the Type with Rays on the reverse used only in 1866 and1867 before the mint modified the dies for the remainder of theseries. Only 600+ Proofs struck. (PCGS # 3817) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,900

2481 1866. PCGS graded MS-64. Nice even light golden toning. Arather choice example of the popular "Rays" type, though justshy of being fully struck in centers. (PCGS # 3790) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500


2482 1867. Rays. PCGS graded MS-63. Light even toning over choicenickel-gray luster. (PCGS # 3791) Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 400


2483 1867. No rays. EF-45. The reverse shows an interesting Cud.(PCGS # 3794) Estimated Value .................................................................... $20 - 30

2484 1869. PCGS graded Proof 64. A hint of light nickel toning. Only600 or so Proofs struck. (PCGS # 3823) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350


2485 1870. PCGS graded Proof 64. A touch of delicate iridescent ton-ing. We note a few scattered flyspecks. Only 1,000 or so Proofsstruck. (PCGS # 3824) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350


2486 1871. PCGS graded Proof 64. Delicate sunset toning and quitechoice. Another handsome specimen from this small groupingconsigned to the sale. About 960 or so Proofs minted. (PCGS #3825) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350


2487 1872. PCGS graded Proof 63. Well struck with delicate goldentoning. A choice coin. Only 950 or so Proofs minted. (PCGS #3826) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 270


2488 1873. Closed 3. PCGS graded Proof 66. A wonderful steel-blueGem Proof example. Real dazzler! And an enviable coin solidlywithin the Proof 66 grade. Only 1,100 or so Proofs minted. Pop21; 2 in 67. (PCGS # 3827) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750


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2489 1875. PCGS graded Proof 64. Hints of natural iridescent toningon both sides. About 700 or so Proofs minted (mint records aresometimes innacurate for the Proof Shield nickels of the 1870s).The eager light of originality spreads out across the surface ofthis handsome 1875 Proof. (PCGS # 3829) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

Ex Stack's Charles Jay Auction, Oct. 1967, Lot 549 The Leo Wexler Collection.

2490 1877. PCGS graded Proof 64 PQ. Delicate light toning on bothsides. Important key date. Only about 510 or so coins minted forthe year. A Premium Quality coin. With the market oftenstarved of choice, attractive specimens of rare dates like the1877 Shield nickel, it is always a pleasure to offer one of thesewith original toning and color. (PCGS # 3831) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,400 - 2,500


2491 1878. PCGS graded Proof 65. A gem. Hints of delicate sunsettoning on both sides. Sometimes the grading of these can seempretty rocky, what with tarnish streaks or spotting prevalent inthe Shield nickel series, but the present example has all of thevirtues of its grade. Only 2,350 coins struck for the year, all asProofs. (PCGS # 3832) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600


2492 1879. PCGS graded Proof 64. Moderately toned. A total of 3,200Proofs struck for this low mintage date. (PCGS # 3833) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

Ex Mayflower Auction, circa early 1960's, Lot 407 The Leo Wexler Collection.

2493 1880. PCGS graded Proof 64. Lightly toned and a nice mate forthe 1879 Proof 64 just offered. A total of 3,955 Proofs werestruck. (PCGS # 3835) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

Ex Kosoff Alex Shuford Auction, Lot 365 The Leo Wexler Collection.

2494 1881. PCGS graded Proof 64. A hint of light toning on bothsides, lovely nickel-fresh luster that includes contrast from thefrosted devices. A total of 3,575 Proofs were struck. (PCGS #3836) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

Ex Auction '82, Lot 1588 The Leo Wexler Collection.

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2495 1882. PCGS graded Proof 65. Delicate light even toning. Natu-ral nickel-gray luster with sharp definition and no carbon. Atruly exceptional Shield nickel. A total of 3,100 Proofs struck.(PCGS # 3837) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550


2496 1883. PCGS graded Proof 65. Hints of light natural toning.From center to periphery the glare of luminous nickel-silverluster glows on this Gem Proof example. Without hesitation, weare able to conscientiously praise this fine specimen in the high-est terms! (PCGS # 3838) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550


Liberty Nickels

2497 1883. Without "CENTS". PCGS graded Proof 65. A hint of lightgolden toning. 5,219 Proofs struck for this one year type. Atoned, lustrous, and exquisitely colorful Gem. Nothing indeter-minate about it, everyone can see this coin gleaming in the dis-tance. It's warm color is like an effervescent sunbeam shiningthrough the evening haze that has burst suddenly into view.Pop 303; 90 in 66; 4 in 67. (PCGS # 3878) Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2498 1883. Without "CENTS". PCGS graded Proof 64. Light eventoning with a few minor spots. Important one-year Type.(PCGS # 3878) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 330


2499 1883. With "CENTS". PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. A hint oflight golden toning adds to its appeal. Pop 26; 65 finer. (PCGS #83881) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275


2500 1884. NGC graded Proof 67 Cameo. A glittering superb gemwhite specimen. From the luster, we next take stock of thedetails of the design. Given the proper amount of strike pres-sure by the specially prepared Proof dies, the coin was fullybrought up by to where all of the designs show boldly undermagnification or with the unaided eye. Pop 15; 3 in 68 CAM. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,650 - 1,750

2501 1885. PCGS graded Good-4. (PCGS # 3846) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2502 1885. Sharpness of Fine. Very porous with dark toning, still thekey date to the series. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2503 1889. PCGS graded Proof 66 CAC approved. Well struck with ahint of delicate pastel toning. A glorious specimen for the con-noisseur of the series. Pop 75; 7 in PR 67. (PCGS # 3887) Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850

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2504 1899. NGC graded MS-66. Light golden toning associated withluster and surface originality far ahead of most others seen inthis or any other condition. Pop 38; 4 in 67. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200

2505 1903. PCGS graded Proof 65 PQ. Outstanding delicate sunsettoning. In a 1st generation PCGS holder. Razor-sharp devices.Spot-free originality. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2506 1912-S. PCGS graded VF-20. (PCGS # 3875) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

2507 1912-S. PCGS "Genuine". Obverse scratch. Our grade is Sharp-ness of VG. (PCGS # 3875) Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 135

2508 A Partial Set of Liberty Nickels. Includes: 1883 No Cents, 1886,1887, 1896, 1897, 1899, 1902, 1903, 1905, 1907, 1908, 1910, 1911,1912, and 1912-S. A total of 15 coins grading Good to Unc. Anice set. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

Buffalo Nickels

2509 1913 Hobo Nickel with Type I Reverse. EF-40. Frosty andattractive. The Indian has a helmet and beard added. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2510 1913 Hobo Nickel with Type I Reverse. VF-20. Lightly wornwith a full horn on the buffalo. The Indian has a helmet, beard,and shirt collar added. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2511 1913-D. Type 1. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck with a touchof natural toning. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

2512 1913-D. Type 2. PCGS graded VF-20. (PCGS # 3922) Estimated Value ................................................................ $130 - 140

2513 1913-D. Type 2. PCGS graded VF-20. (PCGS # 3922) Estimated Value ................................................................ $130 - 140

2514 1913-D. Type 2. PCGS Genuine. Our grade is sharpness of EF-45 with a light obverse sscratch. (PCGS # 3922) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110


2515 1913-S. Type 2. PCGS graded EF-45. (PCGS # 3923) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

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2516 1913-S. Type 2. PCGS graded EF-40. (PCGS # 3923) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450

2517 1914-D. PCGS graded EF-40. (PCGS # 3925) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2518 1914-D. PCGS graded VF-30. (PCGS # 3925) Estimated Value ................................................................ $140 - 150

2519 1915 Hobo Nickel. Fine-12. Glossy surfaces with moderatewear and most of the horn showing on the buffalo. The Indianhas a reshaped head with a full brim hat, full beard, and formalcollar. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2520 1915-S. PCGS graded EF-45. (PCGS # 3929) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2521 1916. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck and untoned. Originalnickel luster gleams throughout the brilliant surfaces. Deviceswere strengthened beginning in 1916. Noticeable is a sharperLIBERTY. Pop 153; 10 in 67. (PCGS # 3930) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2522 1916 Hobo Nickel. Fine-15. Glossy and attractive with moder-ate wear. The Indian has a helmet or brimmed hat, delicatebeard, and high collar. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2523 1916-S. PCGS graded AU-53. (PCGS # 3933) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2524 1917 Hobo Nickel. Fine-15. Glossy steel gray. The Indian hasbeen transformed into an Amish Farmer. Done with excellentskill and attributed to "Bo." Plated on page 78 of The OriginalHobo Nickel Book. Glossy and attractive with moderate wearand most of the buffalo's horn visible. The Indian has a helmetor brimmed hat, delicate beard, and high collar. An excellentexample of this popular piece of American culture. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2525 1918-D. PCGS graded EF-40. (PCGS # 3938) Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 170

2526 1919. PCGS graded MS-66. A gorgeous well struck gem dis-playing touches of lovely rainbow toning. An interesting sur-vival of the days following the close of the First World War. Pop128; 8 in 67. (PCGS # 3941) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

2527 1920-S. PCGS graded VF-30. (PCGS # 3946) Estimated Value .................................................................... $70 - 80


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2532 1924. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck with uniform pleasingsteel-blue toning. You won't have to strain your brain to see thatthis is a superior example. What's more, 1924 isn't a date collec-tors see in Gem condition. Unlike the 1921-P issue, whichturned up years ago in multi-roll quantity (!), the 1924 hasalways been very elusive above, say, MS64 condition. Considera strong bid. Pop 68; 4 in 67. (PCGS # 3951) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700

2533 1924-S. PCGS graded Fine-15. (PCGS # 3953) Estimated Value .................................................................... $70 - 80


2535 1925-S. PCGS graded EF-40. (PCGS # 3956) Estimated Value ................................................................ $130 - 140

2536 1926 Hobo Nickel. Good-6. Glossy steel gray with darker olivesteel in protected areas. The date is readable but the first 2 digitsare weak. The Indian has been expertly transformed into a base-ball player sporting a well-groomed beard and cap. This is avery nice one that is attributed to the famous hobo "Bo." Platedon page 85 of The Original Hobo Nickel Book. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP



2539 1931-S. PCGS graded MS-66. A well struck gem exhibiting del-icate golden-lilac toning. Pop 358; 2 in 67. (PCGS # 3971) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2540 1936 Hobo Nickel. Fine-12. Rather glossy dark reddish steeland olive with lighter silvery gray toning on the highpoints.The date is complete and clear. The Indian has been trans-formed into a lady with attractive, wavy hair. Excellent artisticstyle. This piece is plated on page 80 of the Original HoboNickel Book. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

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2541 1937. PCGS graded Proof 67 CAC Approved. A magnificentsuperb gem boasting vivid steel-blue colors with hints of laven-der undertones. There is no doubt that this piece has taken thelid off and unleashed forces of visual splendor over which fewhave ever experienced in a Proof Buffalo nickel! A total of 5769proofs minted. Pop 374; 11 finer with 10 in 68, 1 in 69. (PCGS #3996) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,800

2542 1937-D. 3 legs. PCGS graded EF-45. (PCGS # 3982) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

2543 (1913-37) Hobo Nickel. EF-40. Frosty light steel and gray with asharp tip on the buffalo's horn. The obverse has been exten-sively engraved, the Indian now sporting a derby hat, curlybeard, and high collar. The date was scraped away in the pro-cess of sculpting the collar. Estimated Value ...................................................................$100-UP

2544 A 7-piece lot of PCGS graded Buffalo Nickels. Consists of:1913 type 1 MS-64, 1913-D type 1 MS-64, 1915 MS-61, 1929-DMS-64, 1937 MS-63, 1937-S MS-66, 1938-D MS-65. Lot of 7coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

2545 A 4-piece lot of BU Buffalo Nickels. Consists of: 1913-D Type 1PCI MS-65; 1915-D ACG MS-64; 1927 ANACS MS-64; 1938-DNGC MS-66. Although all Mint State, some of the coins areover-graded. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2546 A Partial Set of Buffalo Nickels. Dates range from 1913 to1938-D. A total of 58 coins grading AG to AU. Includes: 1913-DType II XF and 1925-D and S in VF. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Jefferson Nickels

2547 1943-P. Doubled Die Obverse. VP-002. NGC graded MS-65. Agem untoned example of this Red Book variety. Pop 15; 38finer. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2548 1945-P FS-030.3 Double Die Reverse. NGC graded MS-65. Bril-liant throughout with fine-grain, silvery surfaces typical of afresh-from-the-roll looking Wartime nickel; there are no impair-ments on either side. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2549 A Lot of BU Jefferson Nickel Rolls. Consists of: 1946-P (1Roll), 1949-P (1 Roll), 1949-D (1 Roll), 1952-P (5 Rolls), 1954-D(1 Roll). A total of 9 BU Rolls. Unchecked for Full Steps. Estimated Value ............................................................. $900 - 1,000

Flowing Hair Half Dimes

2550 1795. LM-8, V-5, die break to nose. PCGS Genuine. Our gradeis sharpness of EF-45, lightly burnished and retoned,with afew old marks. Still a very decent coin and a pleasing exampleof the two-year type. (PCGS # 4251) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100


Draped Bust Half Dimes

LOVELY 1800 DRAPED BUST HALF DIME

2551 1800. LM-1, V-1. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Nice blue andgold toning on both sides. Only 21,760 struck for this year.This is the first year of issue for the new Heraldic Eaglereverse design paired to the venerable Draped Bust Libertyobverse. Perfect LIBERTY with the upper inside point ofstar 1 close to the small middle curl. Seldom seen with per-fect dies. All four digits in the date are equally spaced onthis variety, and the first star is low in the field. There issome minor strike-weakness on the shield and wing. Pop11; 39 finer. (PCGS # 4264) Estimated Value ................................................. $9,000 - 10,000

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BEAUTIFUL 1796 DRAPED BUST HALF DIME. "LIKERTY" ERROR

2552 1796. "LIKERTY" Error. LM-1. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. Lovely green and lilac toning on both sides. A wonderful coin.

There were no 1795 half dimes with the Draped Bust coined, however a 1795-dated obverse die of the new design did get prepared, thenovercut with a 6 to create the familiar 1796/5 selection (LM-2). A further non-overdate obverse for 1796 was paired with a another reverse,creating the LM-1 variety. Hence, there are the only two die marriages known for the year. Both, however, feature a weak B in LIBERTY froma faulty letter punch. The sought-after LIKERTY variety, with the top and bottom of the B weaker still, resulted from a late, lapped die state ofthe LM-1.

This gorgeous toned beauty is immensely sharp in the centers. All hair curls show magnificently, as does the drapery at the shoulder andlower bust. Meanwhile, the eagle's crisp detail compares favorably with some of the finest struck examples of this issue. The mint lusterspreads softly and to its full extent beneath the toning, which itself gathers together into the deepest hues around the margin, leaving the cen-ters to play with the colorful kaleidoscopic effects. No adjustment marks are seen. The only marks of any note on either side are a couple oflight abrasions in the lower reverse field near the second S in STATES, which may be useful to the future provenance tracer and also a fainthairline scratch across the neck at the merger of the throat and upper chest. The lovely patina grabs your attention at once and never lets go.Pop 3; 4 finer; 2 in 63; 1 in 64; 1 in 67. (PCGS # 94254)

Historic note: 1796 June 1 Tennessee became the 16th State to join the Union, after the dies were made for the 1796 half dimes, accounting forthe 15 obverse stars.

On Sept. 17, 1796, before he left office, George Washington issued a "Farewell Address" to the American people, but he did not deliver itorally. Instead, it was published in the Philadelphia American Advertiser. A long-established custom still observed in the Senate and Houseof Representatives today is to convene on Washington's Birthday for an oral reading, by one of their members, of the famous address. In itWashington said: "My first wish is to see this plague of mankind-war banished from the earth." Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$25,000 - 27,000

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Capped Bust Half Dimes

2553 1836. Large 5¢. LM-3, V-4, Rarity-1. PCGS graded MS-65. Aneedle sharp strike with undisturbed frosty mint surfaces; all,lightly toned. On this variety, the base of the U in UNITED iswidely recut, and the 3 in the date is entered over an inverted 3.Late die state with lengthy die break through the back of Lib-erty's cap. (Not to be confused with V-1 which has a bisectingobverse die crack.) Pop 20; 5 in 66, 1,in 67. (PCGS # 4287) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,500 - 2,600

2554 1837. Large 5¢. PCGS graded AU-55. Pop 12; 96 finer. (PCGS #4289) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

Seated Liberty Half Dimes

2555 1842. PCGS graded MS-64. Nicely struck with attractiveantique blue and rose color toning on both sides. Plenty of iri-descence in the color. A nice sharp strike, as well. Pop 35; 8 in65, 4 in 66. (PCGS # 4330) Estimated Value ................................................................ $475 - 500

2556 1848-O. NGC graded MS-64. Well struck with nice natural ton-ing. An elusive issue in all grades, the 1848-O undoubtedly suf-fered heavily in the streams of commerce in the South up to theCivil War. Even low-end Mint States are scarce, while this beau-tiful MS64, is a major accomplishment for the consignor (andsoon-to-be new owner). Full mint luster is exceptionallysmooth, and it possesses a satin texture that is undisturbed byeven a single noticeable blemish. Pop 9; 15 in 65, 15 in 66, 2 in67. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


2557 1856-O. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Well struck with attractiveelectric blue and antique toning about margin. Choice, lustrous:A Premium Quality coin. Pop 8; 5 in 64, 2 in 65, 2 in 66. (PCGS# 4364) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800


2558 1858. MS-60 Plus. Lovely deep blue toning. Estimated Value .................................................................. $90 - 100


2559 1860. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is MS60+. (PCGS # 4377) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2560 1861. PCGS graded AU-55. A pleasing frosty white coin. Smallmark between D-S on obverse. (PCGS # 4379) Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 70

Ex Mayflower Auction in the early 1960's The Leo Wexler Collection.

2561 1862. PCGS graded Proof 62 PQ. A lovely white Proof example,this has cameo contrast between the frosted devices and mirror-smooth field. Only 550 Proofs minted and a Premium Qual-ity,coin for the grade. (PCGS # 4445) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

Ex Stack's Charles Jay Auction, Oct. 1967, Lot 421 The Leo Wexler Collection.

2562 A lot of Half Dimes. Consists of: 1832, 1833, 1859, 1860. Coinsgrade Good to Very Good, some damaged and cleaned. Estimated Value .................................................................... $50 - 60

Ex Mayflower Auction, The Leo Wexler Collection.

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Draped Bust Dimes

HIGH GRADE 1796 DRAPED BUST DIME

2563 1796. JR-2, Rarity-4.. PCGS Genuine. Our grade is sharp-ness of AU with slightly porous surfaces. Well struck andquite pleasing. Although the dime is an essential part of thedecimal coinage system, it was one of the last coins issuedby the United States Mint when operations first began. Bythe time it made its debut in 1796, as the Draped Bust/Small Eagle dime, the Mint had already been making cop-per cents and half cents for three years; silver dollars, halfdollars and half dimes for two years; and even two goldcoins-the eagle and half eagle-for a year. The only othercoins delayed, like the dime, until 1796, were the quarterdollar and quarter eagle.

JR-2 is a scarcer variety promptly identified by the R in LIB-ERTY, which is entered high and too far to the left, crowd-ing the E. Also known as the "6-Berry Reverse," the insideberry directly outside the eagle's left (facing) wing on thereverse is doubled. According to the John Reich's Society(1984), examples of this variety constitute approximately 5-10% of all extant 1796 Dimes. Estimated Value ...................................................$7,000 - 8,000

2564 1798, 98 over 97. 16 stars. JR-1. PCGS graded VF-25. Plenty ofdetail and all lightly toned, the surfaces are somewhat roughfrom its time in circulation. The large underfigure "7" juts outbelow the base of the 8 like the wooden stick of popsicle. Pop 5.(PCGS # 4468) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600


2565 1798, 98 over 97. 13 stars. About Good-3. JR-2 (Rarity 6). Fulldate with most details intact, some scattered nicks here andthere. Uniform medium gray in color. The rarest 1798 varietyand one of the rarest bust "type" coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 800

2566 1805. Both About Good-3. JR-1 (R-3) and JR-2 (R-2). Both withfull clear dates and some scratches about. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

Capped Bust Dimes

2567 1811, 11 over 9. Fine-15. JR-1 (Rarity 3). Close to full Very Fine,all, lightly toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2568 1814. Large date. VF-35. JR-4 (Rarity 2). Lightly toned withsome die clashing as made. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2569 1820. Group of 5 different varieties. Consists of: JR-7 (R-2), JR-8 (R-3), JR-10 (R-3), JR-11 (R-3), JR-13 (R-2). Coins grade AG-3to Fine-12. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

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2570 1820. Large 0. EF-40. JR-6 (Rarity 3). Lightly toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2571 1820. "STATESOFAMERICA". JR-1 (R-4) in AG-3. Togetherwith: 1820 "Office Boy" JR-2 (R-3) Fine 15 and 1820 JR-5 (R-4)in VG-8. A trio of popular varieties. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

2572 1821. Large date. VF-20. JR-3 (Rarity 6). Lightly toned andproblem-free. A very rare variety that is seldom found in VF orbetter grades. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2573 1821. Large date. Group of 5 varieties:. JR-2 (R-2), JR-4 (R-2),JR-5 (R-3), JR-6 (R-2), JR-7 (R-2). Together with the following1821 Small Date varieties: JR-8 (R-2), JR-9 (R-2). Grades rangefrom Fair to Very Good. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 190

2574 1823, 3 over 2. All 3 varieties for the year. JR-1 (R-3), JR-2 (R-5),JR-3 (R-2). Together with: 1824, 4 over 2 JR-1 (R-3) and all thevarieties for 1825: JR-1 (R-4), JR-2 (R-2), JR-3 (R-3), JR-4 (R-2),JR-5 (R-5) in VF-30 with some faint hairline scratches. Thebalance of the coins grade mostly Good to Very Good. Lot of 9coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2575 1824. 4 over 2. PCGS graded VF-25. Beautiful electric blue ton-ing on both sides. The result of sitting in an old brown envelopfor many years. Somewhat bluntly struck. Scarce. Pop 3. (PCGS# 4502) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


2576 1827. Includes the varieties for the year:. Consisting of: JR-1(R-2), JR-3 (R-1), JR-4 (R-2), JR-7 (R-3), JR-8 (R-4), JR-9 (R-5),JR-11 (R-2), JR-12 (R-1), JR-13 (R-3) 2 pieces. Coins range fromGood to Fine. Lot of 10 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2577 1828. Small date JR-1 (R-2) and 1828 Large date JR-2 (R-3)..Together with the following 1829 varieties: JR-1 (R-4), JR-2 (R-2), JR-3 (R-4) 2 pieces with 1 in VF, JR-4 (R-2), JR-5 (R-4), JR-6(R-3) in VF, JR-7 (R-1), JR-8 (R-4), JR-9 (R-4), JR-11 (R-4). Bal-ance of coins not mentioned will grade Fair to Fine. Lot of 13coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

2578 1829. Small 10¢. PCGS graded EF-45. Nice even antique toning.Pop 12. (PCGS # 4511) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225


2579 1830. Includes most varieties for the year. Consists of: JR-2 (R-1), JR-3 (R-3), JR-4 (R-2), JR-6 (R-2) 3 coins, JR-7 (R-4), JR-8 (R-3). Coins range from Good to Very Good. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2580 1831. Includes all varieties for the year. Consisting of: JR-1 (R-1), JR-2 (R-3), JR-3 (R-1), JR-4 (R-2), JR-5 (R-1) 2 coins, JR-6 (R-3). Coins grade mostly Good to Very Good, some withscratches and marks. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2581 1832. Includes all varieties for the year. Consisting of: JR-1 (R-2) 2 coins, JR-2 (R-2) 3coins, JR-3 (R-3), JR-4 (R-3), JR-5 (R-2),JR-6 (R-3) 2 coins, JR-7 (R-3) 2 coins. Coins grade Good toVery Good, some with scratches and marks. Lot of 12 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2582 1833. Includes most of the varieties for the year. Consists of:JR-1 (R-3) 3 coins, JR-2 (R-5), JR-4 (R-1) 4 coins, JR-5 (R-1) 4coins, JR-6 (R-1), JR-8 (R-5), JR-9 (R-2) 2 coins, JR-10 (R-3).Coins range mostly from Fair to Very Good. One JR-1 is PCIgraded EF-45 (our grade VF-30). We note some have scratchesand marks. Lot of 17 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

2583 1834. Includes all varieties for the year. Consists of: JR-1 (R-1)2 coins, JR-2 (R-3), JR-3 (R-5) 2 coins, JR-4 (R-3), JR-5 (R-1), JR-6 (R-2), JR-7 (R-2). Coins will grade Fair to Very Good, somewith scratches and marks. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2584 1835. Includes all varieties for the year. Consists of: JR-1 (R-1)2 coins, JR-2 (R-4) 4 coins, JR-3 (R-2), JR-4 (R-2), JR-5 (R-1), JR-6 (R-4), JR-7 (R-5), JR-8 (R-3), JR-9 (R-2). Coins will grade Fairto Very Good, some with scratches and marks. Lot of 13 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2585 1836. Includes all varieties for the year. Consists of: JR-1 (R-3),JR-2 (R-2), JR-3 (R-3) 2 coins. Coins will grade Good to VeryGood. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

2586 1837 Bust. Includes all varieties for the year. Consists of: JR-1(R-4) 2 coins, JR-2 (R-3), JR-3 (R-2) 3 coins, JR-4 (R-1) 2 coins.Coins will grade mostly Good. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2587 A Pair of Early Dimes. Consists of: 1836 XF 40 and 1864 Proof60+. Both are toned. A total of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

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GEM PROOF CAMEO 1859 DIME

2588 1859. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Lovely rainbow ton-ing on both sides. Only 800 pieces minted. A bold gem withresilient underlying mirrors and iridescent toning high-lights. From center to periphery, the coin is beautifully wellstruck with just a hint of rounding on the star nearest toLiberty's face. The Stars Obverse type had a long, respect-able run from 1838 until 1860, when the mint replaced thestars with the nation's name and substituted a differentwreath for the reverse. Proofs were first sold to collectors(officially) in 1858. By 1859, enough notice had been giventhat sales increased manifold. 1859 ranks as the mostaffordable Proof of this Type for collectors to consider put-ting into a Type Set of 19th century coins.Pop 3; 2 finer, 1 in66, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 84748) Estimated Value ...................................................$3,000 - 3,300

2589 1859. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. A delightful and verychoice Proof specimen. Well struck and brilliant with a touch oftone resting about the borders; all devices come cameo frosted.Only 800 Proofs struck. Pop 12; 3 in 65 CAM, 1 in 66 CAM, 1 in67 CAM. (PCGS # 84748) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,800


2590 1873. Arrows. NGC graded Proof 65. Nicely toned on bothsides. Only 800 struck. A lustrous Gem that has exquisite sur-faces and a very impressive strike, indeed, the meticulous detailon every device is, well, rather striking even for a Proof issue ofthis year. The arrows at the date were to allow the Treasurydepartment to find and withdraw the "old tenor" pre CoinageAct of 1873 silver from circulation for reminting into coinsissued at the new standard. Proofs were struck in limited num-bers; only a handful of Gem Proofs remain. Pop 14; 8 in 66; 3 in67. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,800 - 3,000

2591 1875. PCGS graded MS-63. Pleasing royal blue and violet ton-ing, the devices well struck. (PCGS # 4672) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160


2592 1882. NGC graded Proof 66 Cameo. Beautiful blue and lilactoning on both sides. An iridescent Gem. Only 1,100 Proofsstruck. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder. Pop 17; 13 in 67Cameo; 3 in 68 Cameo. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,500 - 2,600

2593 1882. PCGS graded Proof 62. Nice blue toning around theedges. Some hairlines. Only 1,100 Proofs struck. (PCGS # 4779) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 330

2594 1884. NGC graded MS-64 PQ. A nice white coin. Well struck.Pop 86. (PCGS # 4692) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 320

2595 1890-S. PCGS graded MS-63. Frosty with a hint of toning onthe obverse. A choice example. (PCGS # 4705) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

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2596 1891-O. PCGS graded AU-55. Between 1860-O and 1891-Othere were no seated coins struck at this Southern branch mint.(PCGS # 4707) Estimated Value .................................................................... $50 - 60


2597 A Lot of Mixed Date U.S. Dimes. Consists of: 1814, 1820, 1827,1829, 1830, 1831, 1832, 1833, 1835, 1848, 1853-O Arrows, 1863-S,1887 (2), 1888, 1891-O (2), 1906-D, 1921, 1921-D. Coins willgrade from About Good to XF. A nice lot. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2598 A Partial Set of Seated Liberty Dimes. Consists of: 1838, 1839,1841-O, 1845, 1849, 1853 Arrows, 1854, 1856 (2), 1857-P and O,1861, 1862-S, 1868, 1869-S, 1875, 1875-CC, 1875-S, 1877, 1877-CC, 1883, 1884, 1888-S, 1889, 1890, and 1891. A total of 27 coinsgrading AG to VF. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2599 A Partial Set of Seated Liberty Dimes. Housed in a WhitmanFolder. Consists of: 1840 No Drapery XF40, 1853 Arrows VF30,1856 VF30, 1857 Good Cleaned, 1857-O VF20 Cleaned, 1858VF20, 1869-S F15, 1871 XF40. A total of 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160

Barber Dimes

2600 1913. PCGS graded MS-64. Lovely original toning on bothsides. In a 1st generation PCGS holder. A very choice examplewhose frosty allure can be seen from miles away. Estimated Value ................................................................ $220 - 240

Mercury Dimes

2601 1916-D. PCGS graded VF-35 PQ. A nice original coin withclaims to an EF grade. Broad rims on both sides are often a traitseen on the rare 1916-D Mercury dimes, and it is visible here.Surfaces are very choice. Here and there an old light hairline,such as between I and B of LIBERTY, but nothing inconsistentwith the medium wear of a coin in this grade. One of the biggestdifficulties to covercome when collecting a nice mid-grade cir-culated set of Mercury dimes is acquiring a choice example ofthis low-mintage rarity. Pop 39. (PCGS # 4906) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,500 - 4,000

2602 1916-D. NGC graded Fair-2. Evenly worn. In a new 4 prongedNGC holder. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2603 1917. PCGS graded MS-66 Full Bands. A gorgeous gem withimmaculate satiny surfaces exhibiting a hint of light golden ton-ing. Pop 76; 13 in 67 FB. (PCGS # 4911) Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2604 1925. PCGS graded MS-65 Full Bands. A beautiful satiny whitegem, carefully graded, solidly struck. (PCGS # 4949) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2605 1928-S. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is MS 63FB Cleaned.(PCGS # 4971) Estimated Value .................................................................... $30 - 40

2606 1936. NGC graded MS-66 Full Bands. A nice white coin.(PCGS # 4999) Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 70

2607 A trio of High Grade Mercury Dimes. Consists of: 1939-DPCGS MS-67 FB; 1940 PCGS MS-67 FB; 1942 NGC MS-67 FB.All are superb gem white coins. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

2608 1940. PCGS graded Proof 66. A brilliant white gem, fresh andglowing. No liabilities with this specimen, everything fresh andnear-pristine quality. (PCGS # 5075) Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 170

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2609 1942. PCGS graded Proof 67 CAC Approved. A splendid blstwhite gem example. It is too early to judge the effects of theMercury dime design on history, but many consider this to beone of the most attractive American coins ever produced. Pop542; 37 finer by a point. (PCGS # 5077) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 340

2610 1942. PCGS graded Proof 67. Housed in an Old Green Holder.From center to periphery an intense flood of mirror lusterglows. Superb! (PCGS # 5077) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 270

2611 1942. PCGS graded Proof 66. A brilliant untoned gem, gleam-ing with mirrorlike radiance! If you have been trapped lookingfor just the right specimen for a Type set or your Mercury dimedate collection, then this lovely bright coin is exactly the one!(PCGS # 5077) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160

2612 1942. 2 over 1. ANACS graded AU-55. Some natural mottledtoning on both sides. In the new style holder. Always indemand when lustrous like this, and for as hard as we try wesimply cannot find anything to penalize this coin's trustworthyAU55 grade! Estimated Value ................................................................ $850 - 900

2613 1942. 2 over 1. PCGS graded VF-35. Nice clear overdate, alllightly toned. Some light marks at the back of the neck. (PCGS #5036) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525


2614 A Set of Mercury Head Dimes. Consists of: 1916 to 1945. Miss-ing the 1942/1. A total of 78 coins. A nice set grading Good toAU. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 900

2615 A Gem Unc Roll of 1941-D Mercury Dimes. A total of 50 coins.Includes many split bands. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 700

2616 A Lot of (2) BU Rolls of Mercury Head Dimes. Consists of:1943 (1 Roll) and 1944 (1 Roll). 50 coins in each roll. Uncheckedfor Gems and Split Bands. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 800

Twenty Cent Pieces

2617 1875. PCGS graded Proof 58. Delicate golden toning about theborders. A nice coin for the grade. Only 2790 Proofs struck. Onthe twenty-cent denomination, but not on other seated Libertycoins, the word LIBERTY is in raised letters rather than incuse.(PCGS # 5303) Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600


2618 1875-CC. PCGS graded AU-58. Pleasing original antique toningon both sides. Most attractive. This is the one affordable CC-mint issue in the short-lived twenty-cent series. (PCGS # 5297) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300


2619 1875-S. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Nice rainbow toning aroundthe edges. (PCGS # 5298) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 330

2620 1875-S. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is MS-60, with discolor-ation in the fields. Well struck, however. (PCGS # 5298) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

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2621 1875-S. Sharpness of AU. Cleaned and toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

Ex Mayflower Auction, lot 484 The Leo Wexler Collection.

2622 1876. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is sharpness of AU-50, withthe surfaces exhibiting signs of old cleaning. Low mintage P-mint. (PCGS # 5299) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


Draped Bust Quarter Dollars

2623 1805. B-1. PCGS graded VG-10. Even wear and problem freefor the grade. (PCGS # 5313) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2624 1805. B-2 (Rarity 3). Good-5. Nice even wear with some antiquefaint graffiti on the obverse. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2625 1806. B-3 (Rarity 1). ANACS graded Details of Fine Net VG-8scratched. We agree with the grade. The antique scratches arequite fine and not obtrusive. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

2626 1806. PCGS graded Good-4. Normal wear. (PCGS # 5314) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

2627 1806. Sharpness of VF-35. We note that the hair has beenretooled and all shows signs of cleaning. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Ex Mayflower Auction, lot 2844, The Leo Wexler Collection.

2628 1806, 6 over 5. B-1 (R-2). Together with: 1806 B-4 (R-4). Coinsgrade Good 4 and AG-3 respectively. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2629 1807. B-2 (Rarity 3). Good-4. Even wear and lightly toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Capped Bust Quarter Dollars

2630 1818. Lot of 4 different varieties. Consists of: B-1 (R-2), B-2 (R-1), B-4 (R-2), B-10 (R-3). Coins grade Good to Very Good, somewith scratches and signs of old cleaning. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2631 1818. NGC graded Fine-12. Evenly toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $110 - 120

2632 1819. Group of 3 different varieties. Consists of: Large 9 B-2(R-3) plugged; Small 9 B-3 (R-1); Small 9 B-4 (R-4). Coins gradeGood except as noted. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2633 1820. Large 0. Group of 3 different varieties. Consists of: B-1(R-3), B-2 (R-2), B-3 (R-2). Coins grade About Good to Good.Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

2634 1821. B-3 (R-2) and 1821 B-5 (R-4). Coins grade Fine 12 andVery Fine 30,respectively. Both with signs of old cleaning. Lotof 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2635 1822. Sharpness of VF-30. Scarce. We note some old obversescratches. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

Ex Stacks Auction, Dec. 1967, lot 2490 The Leo Wexler Collection.

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2636 1825, 5 over 3. A group of 3. Consists of: B-2 (R-2) 2 coins, onebeing a rare early die state; B-3 (R-3). All will grade Good. Lotof 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

2637 1831. A trio of varieties. Consists of: Small Letters B-1 (R-3);Small Letters B-4 (R-1); Large Letters B-5 (R-3). Coins gradeFine, Very Good and Good respectively. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2638 1832. B-1. ICG graded EF-45. We note some signs of old clean-ing, our grade is EF-40. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2639 1832. B-2 (R-2). Together with: 1833 B-1 (R-2) and 1833 B-2 (R-1). Both varieties for the year. Coins grade Good to Very Good.Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2640 1834. Group of 4 different varieties. Consists of: B-1 (R-1), B-2(R-4), B-3 (R-3), B-4 (R-1). Coins grade Good to Very Good. Lotof 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2641 1835. A group of 8 varieties for the year. Consists of: B-1 (R-1),B-2 (R-2), B-3 (R-4), B-5 (R-3) die state A, B-5 (R-3) die state C,B-6 (R-3), B-7 (R-2), B-8 (R-4). Coins range from Good to Fine,some with scratches signs of old cleaning. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

2642 1836-1838. Group of later dates. Consists of the following: 1836B-2 (R-2); 1836 B-3 (R-1); 1837 B-2 (R-1); 1837 B-3 (R-5); 1838 B-1(R-1). Coins grade Good to Fine, some with scratches and signsof old cleaning. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Seated Liberty Quarter Dollars

SCARCE 1838 NO DRAPERY QUARTER

2643 1838. NGC graded MS-63. Lovely shades of light blue andsilver toning. Popular no drapery quarter. This issue isknown for average striking detail, the high points of Lib-erty's features and the star centers often indistinct. So theyare on this coin, and we also note that the denticles are a bitsoft here and there around both sides. The reverse eagle,however, is bold. Both sides are equally free of spotting andgrade-limiting abrasions, while the appearance is naturalgray with a sheen to the surface from the supporting luster.The eye appeal is choice. One of the most respected earlysilver coins and a bidding opportunity for the No Draperycollector that is probably a coin soon to be rarer still. In anew 4 pronged NGC holder. Pop 19; 32 finer. Estimated Value ...................................................$4,000 - 4,500

2644 1859. PCGS graded Proof 62 Cameo. Pleasing light lilac andgolden toning on both sides. Scarce. An interesting survivalfrom the days before the government added IN GOD WETRUST to the reverse of the coin. Popular No Motto Type. Only800 Proofs minted. Pop 3; only 14 Cameo examples graded atthis service. (PCGS # 85555) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750


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2645 1875. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo. The obverse exhibits rus-set iridescent toning about the devices -- and is most beautiful --while the reverse is mainly untoned. A few light marks present.Only 700 Proofs minted. (PCGS # 85576) Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850


2646 1884. NGC graded Proof 65. Uniform bluish-violet midnighttoning on both sides. All the salient details are as one wouldexpect: Sleek mirror "depth" draws you in to the reflective fieldswhile contrasting frost on the devices and edges of the lettersand stars proclaims this as a lightly frosted gem. The strike isstrong, of course, a feature of the 1884 issue in Proof. Only 875Proofs struck. Pop 8; 22 finer. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

2647 A Lot of U.S. Quarters. Consists of: 1834 F15, 1836 F15, 1850VG8, 1850-O VF20, 1852-O F15, 1854 Good, 1878-CC VG8, 1897XF40, 1908 Fine, 1916-D XF40, 1928 XF45, 1932 AU55. A total of12 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 400

Barber Quarter Dollars

RARE 1913-S BARBER QUARTER DOLLAR

2648 1913-S. PCGS graded Fine-12. Nice even wear and a veryrare date; complete rims and nearly all 7 letters in LIBERTYvisible. Mintage: 40,000. Pop 26. Only 40,000 struck for thisdate. (PCGS # 5666) Estimated Value ................................................... $4,500 - 5,000

2649 1914-S. PCGS graded Fine-15. Nice even wear; some faint lineson the cheek and face. (PCGS # 5669) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2650 1892-1916. A nearly Complete set of Barber Quarters. Lackingonly the following dates: 1896-S, 1901-S, 1905-S and 1913-S.Coins will grade Abt. Good to Very Fine. Housed in antiqueblack coin folders. We urge careful inspection prior to bidding.Lot of 69 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

Ex The Seward Estate.

Standing Liberty Quarter Dollars

2651 1917-D. Type 1. PCGS graded AU-58 Full Head. A nice strikewith plenty of mint frost in all areas. (PCGS # 5709) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2652 1917-S. Type 1. PCGS graded AU-58 Full Head. Lightly tonedand choice for the grade. (PCGS # 5711) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2653 1917. Type 2. PCGS graded MS-64 Full Head. Delicate sunsetgolden toning rests about the borders on both sides. The silveryluster on both sides is full with a somewhat satin texture. This isa decidedly well-struck example with good details on Liberty'shead, unlike most. (PCGS # 5715) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225


2654 1919-S. PCGS graded EF-45. Lightly toned with good detail onall devices, including the date and a strong mintmark. (PCGS #5732) Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 400

2655 1923-S. PCGS graded EF-45. Nice details aplenty on this scarceS-mint issue from the early 1920s. Pleasing surfaces and toning.Pop 64. (PCGS # 5744) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200

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2656 1925. PCGS graded MS-65 Full Head PQ. A well struck gemloaded with mint luster. Bascially untoned with a touch of rus-set hues peeking through on the obverse. And as if matterswere not excellent enough already, along comes Miss Libertydisplaying full head detail (uncommon on these 1925-1930"recessed date" pieces). Pop 141; 58 finer with 52 in 66, 6 in 67.(PCGS # 5753) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2657 1927-S. Sharpness of EF-40. Nicely toned. Perhaps cleanedyears ago. (PCGS # 5764) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2658 1930-S. PCGS graded AU-58 Full Head PQ. Much luster.(PCGS # 5781) Estimated Value .................................................................... $50 - 70

2659 1930-S. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is AU58. Lightly toned.(PCGS # 5780) Estimated Value .................................................................... $40 - 50

2660 A lot of 1917 Standing Liberty Quarters. Consists of: 1917 Var.1 EF-40, 1917-D Var. 1 EF-45, 1917-D Var. 1 EF-40 cleaned,1917-D Var. 2 EF-45. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350


2661 1917 to 1945. A partial collection of quarters. Coins will gradeGood to Unc. All housed in antique black coin folders. Carefulstudy is recommended. Lot of 63 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300

The Seward Estate.

2662 A Partial Set of Standing Liberty Quarters. Consists of: 1917-DType 1 VF20, 1920 VF 20, 1924-D VF20, 1926 XF 45, 1930-SXF40. A total of 5 coins housed in a Meghrig Album. Estimated Value ................................................................ $220 - 240

Washington Quarter Dollars

2663 1932 and 1932-D. The first grades AU toned, the second VG.Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2664 1932-D. PCGS graded MS-63. A satiny white untoned speci-men of this key date, choice throughout with splendid visualpresence. The D mintmark is tall, bold, and clearly formed.Only 436,800 made. Most of them reached circulation. (PCGS #5791) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,900

2665 1932-S. MS-60. Nicely toned, amply covered in satin-like luster.There is a minor defect on the right wing. Mintage: 484,000(which, oddly, matches the 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln cent's mint-age). Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2666 1932-S. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Nice original toning over lus-trous fields and devices. Claims to an Mint State grade. (PCGS# 5792) Estimated Value ................................................................ $240 - 260

2667 1935-D. PCGS graded MS-63. Creamy white, a choice, frostyDenver Mint coin. (PCGS # 5798) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 210

2668 1938-S. NGC graded MS-67. A touch of light toning on bothsides. Extra smooth, clean features on Washington. Superb! Pop38; 1 better in 68. Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2669 1947-D and 1956. NGC graded MS-65 and MS-67 respectively.Both coins are attractively toned. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .................................................................. $90 - 100

2670 A lot of Key Date Washington Quarters. Consists of: 1932-D,1932-S (2), 1936-D. Coins grade EF to AU, all lightly cleaned.Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2671 A Lot of Gem Proof Quarters. Dates range from 1960 to 1964. Atotal of 79 coins. A total of $19.75 Face Value. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

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Flowing Hair Half Dollars

THE FINEST GRADED 1795 O-110A HALF DOLLAR

2672 1795. NGC graded AU-55 O-110A. Nicely toned. A refreshingly solid-looking AU55 and of the highest reported quality for this popularly col-lected flowing hair design. Ample luster blends effortlessly with sleek medium "antique gray" highlights on the mark-free surfaces. The mainfeature of this obverse is, of course, its dramatic die break in two concentric arcs at 2 o'clock. Not only did the die break in this area, but itsank, leaving a stepped-appearance to the break.

In the 21st century, the half dollar has disappeared from the channels of American commerce, becoming almost irrelevant to the nation'smonetary system. That's a far cry from the role it played in America's first full decade after the Constitution was ratified, when it had a signif-icant function and carried exceptional weight. Its importance was underscored by the fact that in 1794, when United States silver coinagebegan, the half dollar was one of the first three denominations to be issued in that metal, along with the silver dollar and half dime.

The Overton-110 variety is characterized by recutting on the 9 in the date, several raised lines are visible between the curls and stars 2 and 3,and the 9-8 berry configuration with a leaf tip below the center of F. Late die state examples like this are the most dramatic looking. Pop 1; thefinest graded for the variety at NGC. In a new 4 pronged NGC holder. Estimated Value ............................................................................................................................................................................................... $15,000 - 16,000

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Draped Bust Half Dollars

2673 1803. Sharpness of VF-30. Cleaned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

Ex Mayflower Auction, Dec. 1968 lot 644 The Leo Wexler Collection.

CHOICE 1806 HALF DOLLAR

2674 1806. Pointed 6, stem through claw. PCGS graded MS-62O-120, Rarity-3.. Attractive blue and gold toning. In thisvariety, the reverse ("P") has 5 berries, but only the twolowest ones below the branch have stems. The Lower rightbase of F is missing. The point of the leaf is below I, just leftof center. A star point is attached to the front of the beak.There are vertical die defect lines from the left corner of theshield to the scroll, and another from the right cornerpoints to the inner curve of the eagle's wing. There is also afaint crack from the top of the first A in AMERICA curvingthrough M, with a faint one from the edge above M.

A lustrous, original toned specimen of the kind of qualityone likes to describe for bidders of this actively collectedDraped Bust, Heraldic Eagle design for the half dollar.Remaining luster blends easily with lighter highlights onthe topmost features. Deeper toning resides around the leg-ends and stars. Pop 19; 32 finer. (PCGS # 6071) Estimated Value ...................................................$8,000 - 9,000

2675 1806. Pointed 6, stem not through claw. O-109 (R-1). Togetherwith: 1807 Bust Right O-102 (R-2) and 1807 Bust Right O-106(R-3). Coins grade About Good to Good. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

Capped Bust Half Dollars

2676 1807. "The Bearded Goddess" O-111 b. Same as O-111-a exceptthe die crack from the chest to chin is much more pronounced.Very Fine 20. We note some old marks and light graffiti.Together with: 1807 O-112 (R-1) in Fair. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 850

2677 1807. "The Bearded Goddess" O-111a (Rarity 4). VF-20. Causedby a light curving crack from upper chest to under-side of chin.Much sought-after variety. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 750

2678 1808. O-104, Rarity-2, die line at olive stem. PCGS graded EF-45. Light golden and pale lilac toning on both sides. (PCGS #6090) Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 325


2679 1808, 8 over 7. O-101 (R-1). Together with: 1808 O-106 (R-3).Both grade Very Good 8. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 140

2680 1809. Group of 8 varieties for the year. Consists of: O-101 (R-5),O-102 (R-1), O-108 (R-4), O-109 b (R-4), O-111 (R-2), O-112 (R-5), O-115 a (R-3) 2 pieces. Coins range from About Good toVery Good. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

2681 1809. O-105, Rarity-2.. PCGS graded EF-45. Nice golden toningwith traces of mint luster still visible. Sharper than usual at thecenters. (PCGS # 6092) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250


2682 1810. O-101, R-1. PCGS graded AU-55. Frosty surfaces withlight hints of gold color toning. Soft detail at centers. (PCGS #6095) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425


2683 1810. A trio of varieties. Consists of: O-103 (R-2), O-107 a (R-4),O-109 (R-3). Coins grade Good to Very Good. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2684 1811, 11 over 10. O-101 (R-1). Very Fine 20. Together with: 1811small 8 O-105 (R-4) in VF-20; O-105 a (R-2); O-109 (R-2), O-111(R-1). Balance of coins grade Very Good to Fine. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

2685 1812, 2 over 1. Small 8. O-102 (R-2) 2 coins. Together with: 1812O-104 (R-1); O-106 (R-3); O-107 (R-1). Coins grade Good toVery Good, some with scratches. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275

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2686 1813. Group of 8 varieties. Consisting of the following: O-101 a(R-4), O-103 (R-2), O-104 (R-4), O-105 (R-1), O-107 a (R-1) 2coins, O-110 (R-1) 2 coins. Coins grade Good to Very Fine.Some were cleaned at one time. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2687 1814, 4 over 3 O-101 (R-2). Together with: 1814 O-103 (R-1).Coins grade Very Good and Fine respectively. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 200

2688 1817. Group of 4 different varieties. Consists of: O-105 a (R-4),O-106 (R-2), O-112 (R-2), O-113 a (R-4). All coins grade VeryGood. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2689 1818, 8 over 7. Large 8. O-101 (R-1) 2 coins. Together with: 1818,8 over 7, small 8 O-102 a (R-2). Also included are the following1818 varieties: O-104 a (R-3), O-106 (R-3), O-107 (R-1), O-108(R-1), O-112 (R-1), O-114 (R-3). Coins grade Very Good to Fine.Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2690 1818, 8 over 7. Large 8. O-106 (R-4). Good 4. Together with:1819 Wide Date O-115 (R-3) in Fine 12. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

2691 1820. Square base, no knob 2, large date. O-108 (R-2). Togetherwith: 1821 3 different varieties - O-103 (R-2), O-104 (R-1), O-107(R-3). Coins grade Very Good to Fine. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 275

2692 1822. A trio of varieties. Consists of: O-106 a (R-4), O-111 (R-2),O-113 (R-3). Coins grade Very Good to Fine. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 200

2693 1823. A group of 6 popular varieties. Consists of: Patched 3 O-101 a (R-1) 2 coins; Normal O-104 (R-3); Broken 3 O-106 a (R-2); 23 larger O-108 (R-2); Extra tall 3 O-112 (R-1). Coins gradeFine to Very Fine. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2694 1824. Group of 9 different varieties. Consists of: O-101 (R-2),O-103 (R-1), O-104 (R-2), O-105 (R-2), O-110 (R-2), O-111 (R-2),O-113 (R-1), O-115 (R-2), O-117 (R-1). Coins grade Very Goodto Fine, some with old scratches. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2695 1825. O-101. PCGS graded MS-64 CAC Approved. A sensa-tional frosty mint specimen, right on the borderline of Gem 65condition. The stars are complete, the curls nearly so. The lus-trous surfaces are further enhanced by a touch of golden andsteel blue toning about the borders on both sides. Pop 1; nonefiner for the variety. (PCGS # 39647)

Historic note: By 1825, the year of this half dollar, speed withthe thing. Hard to imagine by today's standards, but in 1825turnpikes and canals were the threads that tied cities closertogether. Boston was within 2 days of New York City; NewYork City to Philadelphia took 11 hours; and the distancebetween Pittsburgh and Washington could be covered in 15hours. (Compare to today's rush-hour travel times!). Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,000 - 3,300

2696 1825. A group of 6 different varieties. Consists of: O-101 (R-1),O-104 (R-4), O-106 (R-4), O-111 (R-3), O-113 (R-1), O-114 (R-1).Coins range from Very Good to Very Fine. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2697 1826. A group of 16 various varieties. Consisting of: O-101 a (R-2), O-102 (R-1), O-105 (R-3) 3 coins, O-106 (R-3), O-107 (R-3),O-108 (R-1) 3 coins, O-109 (R-1), O-110 (R-2), O-112 (R-2), O-116 a (R-1), O-119 (R-4), O-120 a (R-3). Coins will range fromVery Good to Very Fine, some cleaned at one time, others withsome scratches. Lot of 16 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 900

2698 1827. Group of 22 various varieties. Consists of the following: 7over 6 O-101 (R-2); 7 over 6 O-102 (R-1); O-104 (R-1) 2 coins; O-106 (R-2); O-107 (R-3); O-109 (R-4) 2 coins; O-114 (R-3); O-125(R-3); O-128 (R-3) 2 coins; O-129 (R-4); O-132 (R-3); O-133 (R-4); O-135 (R-3); O-139 (R-4) 2 coins; O-142 (R-3) 2 coins; O-143(R-3); O-146 (R-2). Coins grade mostly Very Good to VeryFine. Lot of 22 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,400

2699 1827. O-109 (Rarity 4). AU-50. Considerable luster remains withlight toning about the periphery. We note tar streaks in theobverse field as made. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

Ex Logan Sale.

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2700 1828. Group of 8 different varieties. Consisting of: Curl base 2O-101 (R-1); Curl base 2 O-104 (R-3); Sq. base 2, large 8's O-108(R-3); Sq. base 2, small 8's O-110 (R-1); O-111 (R-4); O-112 (R-3); O-113 (R-3); O-120 (R-1). Coins range from Very Good toVery Fine. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

GEM UNC 1829 HALF DOLLAR

2701 1829. NGC graded MS-65 O-112. A satiny gem with ener-getic luster carefully capped by pale natural toning thatseems determined to increase the coin's beauty and allurein the eyes of the numismatist. Given the proper amount ofdie pressure, the coin is fully brought up by the striking.We see no reason to supply an "however" here, even for thesharp stars, since there are no weak areas as are so oftenfound on bust halves of the 1830s, none at all! In a newNGC 4 pronged holder. Estimated Value ...................................................$5,500 - 6,000

2702 1829. Group of 16 various varieties. Consists of the following: 9over 7 O-101 (R-1); 9 over 7 O-101 a (R-2) 2 coins; O-105 (R-1);O-107 (R-3); O-110 (R-2); O-110 a (R-2); O-111 (R-2); O-111 a (R-1); O-112 (R-1); O-112 a (R-2); O-113 a (R-2); O-114 (R-3); O-115(R-1); O-117 (R-2) 2 coins. Coins will grade mostly Very Goodto Very Fine. Lot of 16 coins. Estimated Value ............................................................. $900 - 1,000

2703 1830. Group of 16 various varieties. Consists of the following:Small 0 O-101 (R-1); O-103 (R-1), O-104 (R-2), O-108 (R-3), O-109 (R-3), O-110 (R-3), O-111 (R-2), O-112 (R-4), O-113 (R-2), O-115 (R-2), O-116 (R-2), O-117 (R-2), Medium 0 O-119 (R-1);Large 0's O-120 (R-1) 2 coins; Large 0 O-122 (R-1). Coins rangein grade from Very Good to Very Fine. Lot of 16 coins. Estimated Value ............................................................. $900 - 1,000

2704 1831. Group of 10 various varieties. Consists of the following:O-101 (R-2), O-102 (R-1), O-104 (R-1) 3 coins, O-108 (R-1), O-109 (R-1) 2 coins, O-112 (R-3), O-118 (R-3). Coins grade mostlyFine to Very Fine. Lot of 10 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2705 1831. O-112 (Rarity 4). NGC graded AU-53. A very pleasingexample with natural sunset toning deepening at the borders. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2706 1832 Small Letters. O-102, Rarity-1.. PCGS graded MS-63. Astunning and very choice example, mostly well struck withlovely gold and steel blue toning over smooth, satiny luster.The absence of marks makes this a first-rate example for thegrade as well as for the Type. Pop 110; 98 finer. (PCGS # 6160) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,800

2707 1832. A group of 20 varieties. Consisting of the following:Large Letters O-101 (R-2); O-101 a (R-1), Small Letters O-103(R-1); O-107 (R-2), O-108 (R-3) 2 coins, O-109 (R-5), O-110 (R-1)2 coins, O-111 (R-1), O-115 (R-1), O-117 (R-4) in Abt. Good, O-118 (R-1) 2 coins, O-119 (R-3), O-120 a (R-4), O-122 (R-1) 4coins. Except as noted, most grade Very Good to Very Fine.Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200

2708 1833. Group of 17 various varieties. Consists of: O-101 (R-1) 2coins, O-102 (R-1) 2 coins, O-103 (R-2) ANACS VF-35, O-104(R-1), O-105 (R-2) 2 coins, O-106 (R-2), O-107 (R-3), O-108 (R-1)3 coins, O-111 (R-4), O-112 (R-2) 2 coins, O-114 (R-2). Coinsrange mostly Very Good to Very Fine. Lot of 17 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

2709 1834. A group of 21 representing most of the varities for theyear. Consists of: Lg. dt., large. let. O-101 (R-1); O-102 (R-1); Lg.dt., small. let. O-105 (R-1); O-106 (R-1), O-107 (R-1) 3 coins; O-108 (R-2); Sm dt., small. let. O-110 (R-4); O-111 (R-1); O-113 (R-1) 3 coins; O-114 (R-1); O-115 (R-2); O-116 (R-1) 2 coins; O-117(R-2) 2 coins; O-119 (R-3); O-120 (R-3). Coins range from Goodto Very Fine. Lot of 21 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,250

2710 1835. A group of 10 various varieties. Consisting of: O-101 (R-1), O-102 (R-3), O-104 (R-4), O-105 (R-1), O-106 (R-1) 2 coins,O-107 (R-1), O-108 (R-3), O-109 (R-2), O-110 (R-2). Coins willrange from Very Good to Very Fine. Lot of 10 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

2711 1836. Group of 15 various varieties. Consisting of: O-101 (R-1),O-102 (R-3), O-106 a (R-3), O-107 (R--3), 1836 over 1336 O-108(R-1) 2 coins, O-110 (R-1), O-111 (R-3), O-112 (R-1), O-114 (R-2), O-115 (R-3), O-117 (R-1), O-118 (R-4) ANACS net EF-40, O-122 (R-2), O-123 (R-3). Mostly Very Good to Very Fine, somecleaned long ago. Lot of 15 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 850

2712 A lot of Bust Half Dollars. Consists of: 1818, 1824, 1827/6, 1828curl base 2. Coins will grade About Good to Very Fine. Lot of4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

From an old Mayflower Auction The Leo Wexler Collection.

2713 A Partial Collection of Bust Half Dollars. Consists of: 1811Small 8, 1811 Large 8, 1814, 1830 (2), 1832 (2), 1833, 1834. A totalof 9 coins grading VF to EF. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

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2714 A Lot of Bust Half Dollars. Consists of: 1808, 1809, 1812, 1814,1824, 1825, 1826, 1827 (2), 1828 (2), 1829. A total of 12 coins grad-ing Fine to VF. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,250

Seated Liberty Half Dollars

2715 1851. Sharpness of EF-45. Lightly cleaned long ago. Very scarcedate. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


2716 1861. PCGS graded Proof 62. Only 1,000 Proofs struck of thisCivil War issue. Less than 400 sold the balance were melted.Both sides exhibit attractive multi-colored toning. The obversedisplays intense coloration variations favoring sea-green hues.Pop 20; 60 finer, 33 in 63, 17 in 64, 8 in 65, 2 in 66. (PCGS #6415) Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600

2717 1866-S. No motto. Sharpness of Fine-15. Cleaned at one timeand slightly bent, still a very scarce coin. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


2718 1872-CC. PCGS graded VF-35. Even wear, mostly untoned.Scarce date. Pop 8. (PCGS # 6334) Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600


2719 1875. PCGS graded Proof 63 PQ. A brilliant untoned exampleof Premium Quality for the grade, and a honey of a coin thatdisplays attractive frosted devices against a reflective back-ground. Only 700 Proofs struck. Pop 41. (PCGS # 6436) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050


2720 1877-CC. PCGS graded AU-53. Light uniform toning on bothsides. (PCGS # 6356) Estimated Value ................................................................ $180 - 200

2721 1880. PCGS graded Proof 61. Light golden toning that deepensat the borders. Some hairlines and minor handling visible. Only1,355 Proofs struck for this low mintage date. (PCGS # 6441) Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 425


2722 1882. PCGS graded Proof 64 Deep Cameo PQ. CAC Approved.An attractive blast white Deep Cameo Proof example. Impres-sive contrast is evident between the devices and surfaces, thewell-earned Proof 64 grade is dead-on with no compromisesgiven or required. Only 1,100 Proofs struck. Pop 2; 4 finer, 1 in65, 3 in 66. (PCGS # 96443) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,100

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2723 1891. PCGS graded MS-65 CAC Approved. A marvelous bril-liant white gem with semi-reflective surfaces and captivatingmint luster throughout. In an old green label holder. We haverarely seen such a capable exponent of the Gem class of SeatedLiberty half dollars as this Mint State 65. Wonderful eye appeal!Pop 21; 8 finer with 7 in 66, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 6373) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,300 - 3,500

2724 A lot of Seated Liberty Half Dollars. Consists of: 1848-O, 1854,1854-O, 1855-O, 1860-O, 1866-S Motto, 1859-S. Coins rangefrom About Good to Very Fine,with most being cleaned longago. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250


2725 A Lot of U.S. Half Dollars. Consists of: 1854-O VG8, 1855-OVG8, 1858 VF35, 1876-CC VF30, Barber Halves (10) gradingAG to VG, 1952-S MS60, 1935-S Boone MS60. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Barber Half Dollars

2726 1892. Sharpness of AU-58. Lightly cleaned. (PCGS # 6461) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

2727 1892-O. ANACS graded AU-55. Light mottled toning that dark-ens naturally about the devices. Should attract spirited bidding. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 115

2728 1895-S and 1916-D. Both EF-45. Both coins are lightly cleaned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2729 1895. PCGS graded VF-35. Nice for the grade. (PCGS # 6471) Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 130

2730 1898. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is sharpness of MS-63,retoned but still quite frosty and attractive for the collector.(PCGS # 6480) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2731 1912. PCGS graded Proof 58. Lightly toned. Only 700 Proofsstruck. (PCGS # 6559) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

2732 1914. PCGS graded VG-8. Scarce date. (PCGS # 6530) Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 130

2733 A Lot of Barber Halves. Consists of: 1906-O VF20, 1907 XF45Cleaned, 1909-O VF30 Cleaned, 1912-D VF30, 1915-S VF20Cleaned. A nice lot. A total of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2734 A Complete Set of Barber Halves. Dates range from 1892 to1915-S. A total of 75 coins grading AG to VG. A nice set. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

2735 1917-S. Mint mark on obverse. PCGS "Genuine". Cleanedyears ago. Our grade is Sharpness of EF45. (PCGS # 6572) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

2736 1918. PCGS graded MS-64. A nice full strike including Liberty'shead, all with a touch of light golden toning. A few tiny contactson the skirt plus a faint reed mark below T of LIBERTY. Boththe peripheries and the central areas are impressive for theirsatiny luster, smooth, silvery, glistening. (PCGS # 6574) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

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GEM 1920-S LIBERTY WALKING HALF DOLLAR

2737 1920-S. NGC graded MS-65. A gem example, brilliant andwhite, and quite difficult to obtain in such high grade. Thestandard Uncirculated 1920-S half dollar (a sometimesoverlooked grade rarity among early Walking Libertyhalves) is noticeably dull or rounded through the centraldetails. This characteristic alone disqualifies many aspiringGems. In fact, the typical Mint State in a grading holder isMint State 63 or Mint State 64 at best. The attractive GemMS65 example offered here not only improves greatly onthe normally seen striking limitations, but its frosty spar-kling surfaces glow with originality, as though it had beenjust taken from an original roll! In fact, only a few pinpointmarks differentiate this remarkable coin from any "asstruck" status. We do note hesitate in declaring this '20-SWalker among the better known examples, with the gradecensus as follows: Pop 40; 9 in 66, 2 in 67. Estimated Value ................................................... $7,500 - 8,000

2738 1944-D. PCGS graded MS-67. A superb brilliant white gemexample. Pop 164; none finer. (PCGS # 6622) Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2739 A Partial Set of Walking Liberty Halves. Dates range from1916-S to 1947-D. Missing 1916-P and D, 1919-D, 1921-P and D.Coins will grade AG to VF. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2740 1916-1947-D Partial Set of circulated Walkers. A circulatedpartial set lacking 13 coins. Includes the following better coins:1916, 1916-D, 1916-S, 1917-D obv., 1917-S obv., 1919-S, 1921-S,1938-D. Coins grade Abt. Good to Very Good, the 38-D EF.Housed in two Whitman folders. Lot of 52 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

2741 A Group of Walking Liberty Halves. Consists of: 1942 (6), 1943(10), 1944 (2), 1945 (2). A total of 20 coins grading MS63 toMS65. Estimated Value ................................................................ $525 - 550

2742 A trio of 1st generation PCGS graded Walkers. Consists of:1943 MS-65, 1944-S MS-64, 1945-D MS-65. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275

2743 A BU Roll of 1945 Walking Liberty Halves. A total of 20 coins.Grades range from MS63 to MS65. Estimated Value ................................................................ $525 - 550

Franklin Half Dollars

2744 1956. Type 2. PCGS graded Proof 69 Deep Cameo. A nicewhite gem. Swimming in mint brilliance over each side of thissharply made Gem. Pop 39; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS #96697) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

2745 1948 thru 1963-D Complete BU Set of Franklins. Housed in adeluxe Whitman blue album. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

Kennedy Half Dollars

2746 1968-S. PCGS graded Proof 67. Wonderful rainbow toning onthe reverse while the obverse displays rich golden hues. A run-away coin. (PCGS # 6804) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

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Flowing Hair Dollars

VERY IMPORTANT 1794 SILVER DOLLAR

2747 1794 B-1, BB-1. Rarity 4. PCGS graded EF-40. Well struck for this famous issue with plenty of hair detail and a nice full date. Lightly toned.An excellent example of this rare date that boasts light antique silver-gray color and defect-free surfaces. The obligatory adjustment marks arerandomly located about the upper and upper left reverse margin and are generally unobtrusive, with the heaviest over STA of STATES; nonethrough the eagle or wreath, which is very positive. The surfaces show minor circulation hairlines, and both sides have a remarkable freedomfrom surface marks and certainly no rim bruises. For a 1794 dollar in EF40, this one is well struck, with all the stars visible, a complete date,and all of the reverse lettering is present, but weak due to the strike and the adjustment marks. Liberty's hair retains good separation on allbut the uppermost wave over her ear, which shows the expected wear. Other identifying features are a small nick below the 4 in date. Veryfew graded at this level to date (see below).

The 1794 dollars were coined on October 15, 1794 from silver bullion deposited by David Rittenhouse, and all were coined on this date anddelivered to David Rittenhouse (according to Breen and Collins in their 1794 silver dollar research). Thus, all 1794 silver dollars can trace theirpedigree to David Rittenhouse, who passed them out to friends, many of whom kept them, others were spent and circulated.

The 1794 silver dollar is an American classic. It is the first year of issue of the national monetary Unit, and was struck in extremely limitedquantities, with the total known population causing it to be a very expensive proposition for all but the wealthiest coin collectors. Only 1758minted. Pop 10; 16 finer at PCGS. Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$125,000 - 150,000

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NGC GRADED 1794 FLOWING HAIR DOLLAR

2748 1794. BB-1, B-1. NGC graded Fine-15. A very pleasing example for the grade with a nice full date and free from defects and major flaws. Wenote some normal weakness about the left side stars and corresponding portions on the reverse. A nice even light lilac-grey tone furtherenhances its appearance. Always in great demand as our regular First Silver Dollar.

Historic note: The dies for the 1794 dollar are almost certainly the work of Robert Scot, a medalist and die sinker. On November 23, 1793, Sec-retary of State Thomas Jefferson, who was in charge of the affairs of the Mint, wrote to Robert Scot and sent him a commission to be engraverat the Mint. To Scot fell the task of cutting the dies for coinage, including the 1794 Flowing Hair dollar. In November 1794, John Smith Gard-ner was hired as his assistant, but by this time the initial delivery of silver dollars had been accomplished. Probably, Gardner worked on someof the 1795 and later dies.

To prevent filing and clipping by the public to reduce a minted coin's weight, it was desired to ornament the edge. In this way, the removal ofsilver could be detected. For the silver dollar, lettering was applied by a machine which rolled the finished planchet (but before striking bythe dies) between two parallel steel bars, upon each of which was half of the edge lettering inscription: HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAROR UNIT and ornamentation between words.

Per the Bowers encyclopedia: "Known silver dollars dated 1794 are from a single pair of dies and are believed to have been made to the extentof, perhaps, 2,000 coins (Walter H. Breen's estimate), of which 1,758 pieces were considered to be satisfactory delivered by the coiner on Octo-ber 15, 1794. The remaining impressions, possibly amounting to 242 coins, rejected as being too weak, probably were kept on hand for lateruse as planchets. Supporting this theory is the existence of at least one 1795 silver dollar (BB-14) plainly overstruck on a 1794 dollar." Estimated Value ............................................................................................................................................................................................... $80,000 - 90,000

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POPULAR 1794 SILVER DOLLAR

2749 1794 B-1, BB-1. Rarity 4. NCS graded Details of VF-20 Repaired, Damaged. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder. Each year's mintage was smallthroughout 1794-1803 because little demand existed domestically for silver dollars. These are the first United States Mint struck coins toorder. Bankers and others deposited silver and gold with the Mint, which the Mint's workers turned into coinage and then delivered to theowners of the precious metals after deducting a small seigniorage charge.

Those depositing silver with the Mint in the first years had a preference for the more convenient half dollars rather than the silver dollars,ordering more of the smaller denomination than the larger. As best as we can understand, the silver was too large for small transactions buttoo small for convenient transportation or storage of large sums. Many 1794-1803 silver dollars were melted.

Striking silver dollars that were only going to be melted (or exported) was wasteful of the Mint's production capacity. Production of thisdenomination ceased after 1803, possibly under the orders of President Jefferson. The halt in production for the silver dollar proved morethan temporary. It wouldn't be struck for circulation again until 1840, at the second Philadelphia Mint.

In 1794, the mint did not have a coining press powerful enough to strike Dollar-size coins, the largest being used for large cents and half dol-lars. To make do, this press was employed to strike the first American silver dollars. As expected, it could not fully strike the design on the leftside of the coin (the dies being slightly misaligned). Although the left hand stars and upper portion of the left side reverse letters are normallyweakly impressed, they are sometimes visible to the naked eye.

A luminous gem of optimum quality for the grade this coin is not: the obverse surface is lightly pitted and appears to have been pecked bysome silver-eating robotic chicken. We must point out, however, looking on the bright side, that the strike on the hair detail is nearly fullwhich is a major plus, being quite crisp in most places. Stars at the left mostly invisible; the date weak at the bottoms of the numbers but stillplain enough that no magnification is required to see that this is the coveted 1794 issue. With a little imagination a person could see how 200+years of rough and tumble could produce such a specimen. Yet putting this aside, the coin is a respectable reminder of America's cherishedfirst year coinage, a marvel of workmanship given the limited technical apparatus available to the First U.S. Mint. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$60,000 - 70,000

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2750 1795. 3 leaves beneath each wing. BB-27. Sharpness of VF-20.Nicely toned with light scratches around the obverse edge. BB-27 is the familiar variety with three leaves under each wing ofthe eagle and a short raised die line (slip of the engraver's tool?)behind Liberty at the top curl. The color is well balanced on thisspecimen. Natural medium gray for the fields (with some russetinterspersed); lighter "rubbed silver" seen on uncleaned circu-lated silver coins of this age and condition. Very appealing. Estimated Value ............................................................. $900 - 1,000

Ex Mayflower Auction in the 1960's The Leo Wexler Collection.

Draped Bust Dollars

1799/8 B-3, BB-141 RARITY 3

2751 1799/8 $1 B-3, BB-141 Rarity 3. PCGS graded EF-45. 1818-RBrazilian 960 Reis struck on a U.S. Draped Bust Dollar.Truly a fascinating item! The details of the host coin areextremely impressive in terms of clarity. After close exami-nation we believe that the variety is B-3, BB-141. A sensa-tional coin that warrants spirited bidding. Estimated Value ................................................... $1,500 - 2,000

2752 1799. B-4, BB-153. Rarity 4. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade issharpness of EF-40 with burnished surfaces. An interestingvariety for 1799, extensive obverse die breaks include the mostnoticeable one through the stars on left, the date, and to the rimbelow the bust, with others as noted in the major variety refer-ences. Despite it being burnished, the coin yet displays its maincharacteristics such as full E PLURIBUS UNUM on the scroll,and most of the horizontal and vertical lines in the shield evi-dent. (PCGS # 6878) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200


Seated Liberty Dollars

2753 1842. Fine-15. Lightly cleaned years ago. Full strong LIBERTYon shield. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 170


2754 1856. PCGS graded EF-40. A flashy untoned example with semireflective surfaces. Low mintage as only 63,500 were made. Pop7. (PCGS # 6944) Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,000

2755 1860-O. Sharpness of EF-40. Cleaned and scratched, thoughsharp details with full LIBERTY on shield. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

2756 1864. Fine-12. Lightly cleaned long ago. Popular low-mintagedate. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

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A WHITE 1865 CAMEO PROOF DOLLAR

2757 1865. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo PQ. A nice white coin.500 Proofs minted. Very few survivors could possibly equalthe choice technical merits and originality of this Proof 64specimen. In addition to its strong strike and nearly flaw-less surface quality, both sides are gleaming with mint bril-liance, the cameo contrast intense. Struck with exactituderarely found on a Proof Seated Liberty silver dollar. Every-thing is right up there in front, it holds no secrets back fromyou. So perhaps a strong bid should be considered. Pop 14;7 finer in 65. (PCGS # 87008) Estimated Value ...................................................$7,000 - 7,500

2758 1873. PCGS graded Proof 63. Only 600 minted but many weremelted. Great eye appeal! Truly a spectacular coin. Both sidesdisplay stunning multi-colored toning. Shades of magenta, rus-set, blue, and sea-green iridescence blanket this example beauti-fully. All those decent restrictions which the grading serviceuses to check points of detraction from perfection have virtuallyvanished on this handsome 1873 Seated Liberty dollar; whoshall say what will be the outcome? Pop 50; 50 finer, 35 in 64, 11in 65, 4 in 66. (PCGS # 7021) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,200 - 3,400

2759 1873. NGC graded Proof 63 Cameo. Last year of issue. A nicewhite coin. A generous amount of crisp frosted detail for thetype, including those areas with the usual weak metal flowsinto the deepest channels of the dies leaving the centers bold. Alovely cameo Proof dollar. Only 600 Proofs struck. Pop 8; 26finer in Cameo at NGC. Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,200 - 3,400


Trade Dollars

2760 1873. PCGS graded Proof 62 Cameo. A pleasing fully whiteProof example which has reflective fields on both sides. Offset-ting this is well frosted relief, with all devices, including thestars and letter-tops satiny white. First-year of issue. Only 865Proofs made. Pop 4; 12 in 63 CAM, 6 in 64 CAM. (PCGS #87053) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,400


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2761 1874-CC NCS graded AU details improperly cleaned.. Sharplystruck and quite attractive with only very light friction on thehighpoints and no notable contact marks. The "improper clean-ing" was very light leaving original dark bluish steel toning inall the protected areas while the highpoints and devices are alighter shade of silvery gray. The reported mintage of the 1874-CC is relatively high for the Trade Dollar series, but most wereshipped to the Orient and come with chop marks. The pieceoffered here is a very nice exception. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2762 1874-CC and 1875-CC. Each Sharpness of VF-30. Each cleanedwith some marks. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

From a Mayflower Auction in the 1960's, The Leo Wexler Collection.

2763 1875-S and 1878-S. Each Sharpness of EF-45. Both have beencleaned. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

From an old Mayflower Auction, The Leo Wexler Collection.

2764 1876. PCGS "Genuine" Our grade is AU-58 prooflike. Proba-bly cleaned long ago. (PCGS # 7041) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350


2765 1877. PCGS graded MS-62. Housed in an Old Green Holder.Light mottled toning including an area on the obverse rim at1:00 and around the date. Blunt strike at stars and Liberty'shead; the eagle is sharp however, except for one claw. (PCGS #7044) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300

2766 1877-S. PCGS graded MS-63 CAC Approved. Pleasant originalantique toning on both sides. An even display of color acrossthe margins, open fields and devices. Lustrous and well struckexample of the plentiful 1877-S issue, and a coin that has anespecially clean obverse for this often bagmarked issue. Whilethe 1875-S through the 1878-S issues are common, Trade Dollarsin Choice Mint State 63 are becoming scarcer by the year.(PCGS # 7046) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700

2767 1877-S. PCGS graded MS-62. (PCGS # 7046) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

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2768 1880. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo. Hints of light mottled ton-ing here and there. Only 1,987 struck for this year. A one-in-a-thousand example of this Proof-only issue, with abundant lus-ter that shimmers over pristine cameo frosted devices. Next aword about the strike. The pressure transmitted from the die tothe specially prepared blank used on the Proofs reveals itself insharp details at Liberty's hair and coronet, the ribbon with LIB-ERTY on it, the bale of cotton and the sheaf of wheat. Not over-looked is a razor-sharp eagle, whose plumage reveals all itsintricacy under a loupe. Very choice indeed. Pop 32. (PCGS #87060) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,200 - 2,300

Morgan Dollars

2769 1878. 8 tail feathers. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. A lovely totallywhite specimen in a 1st generation holder. Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 300

2770 1878. 8 tail feathers. NGC graded MS-62. Star. Mostly untonedwith attractive mirrorlike surfaces. Moderate cameo contrastfrom the frosted devices. (PCGS # 7072) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

2771 1878. Strongly doubled tail feathers. MS-63. Frosty anduntoned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $170 - 190


RARE VAM-44

2772 1878 7/8 Tail Feathers. Vam Top 100. PCGS graded EF-45.Weak VAM-44 Triple Blossom. A very rare and seldomoffered VAM variety. Indeed, this is an amazing varietythat, based on recent sales figures, is becoming a "must-have" for all serious Morgan dollar collections. The prob-lem? Only about 70 are known and the demand is far morethan that!

1878 VAM-44 has a doubled die obverse and a double diereverse. It is considered the "King of VAms" by many. TheVAM-44 obverse has one of the most clearly defined Tri-pled Dies in the Morgan Dollar series. The leaves and cot-ton bolls are dramatically tripled. The reverse has a 7/8tailfeather reverse, the long nock on the arrow shaft can beseen along with "weak" tailfeather tips showing, 3 to 5depending on the strike and how hard you look. There ismore dramatic doubling of both of the eagle's legs. Thisvariety is tremendously sought after by collectors and XF tolow-end AU specimens can command several thousanddollars. The reverse of this coin is shared with VAM-33 (avery common coin) so whenever you see the doubledeagle's legs on the reverse be sure to check the obverseleaves and cotton bolls for doubling that marks the VAM-44. Pop 5; 18 finer. (PCGS # 133829) Estimated Value ...................................................$4,000 - 4,500

2773 1878-CC. PCGS graded MS-61. Frosty with stunning blue andvivid golden toning mostly on the obverse. First year of issue.(PCGS # 7080) Estimated Value ................................................................ $170 - 180

2774 1878-CC and 1879-CC. Each cleaned long ago and each gradesVG-8. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175


2775 1878-S and 1882-S. PCGS graded MS-65 and MS-66 respec-tively. Each is an untoned gem. Lot of 2 coins. (PCGS # 7082) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2776 1878-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Mottled warm sunset toning onthe obverse; always a pleasure to offer this first-year date in thisGem condition. (PCGS # 7082) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

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2777 1879-CC PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is Sharpness of AU andcleaned years ago. A nice frosty white coin with ample lusterstill adhering. (PCGS # 7086) Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2778 1879-O. PCGS graded MS-64 Prooflike. A blast white beautywhose frosted relief rises from the prooflike background.(PCGS # 7091) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

2779 1880. PCGS graded MS-65. The obverse exhibits delicategolden toning around the borders while the reverse is displaysa uniform blending of violet and royal blue. No real obstaclesfor careful Silver Dollar buyers wishing to bid. (PCGS # 7096) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450

2780 1880-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-64. A frosty white coin in theGSA black holder as issued, and another attractive coin. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2781 1880-CC. GSA Dollars. MS-60 to MS-60 Plus. Each in its origi-nal black case as issued. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250


2782 1880-CC.. PCGS graded MS-63. Frosty with lovely reverse rain-bow toning. (PCGS # 7100) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 475

2783 1881. PCGS graded Proof 61. A touch of gold toning appearsaround the edges. A total of 984 Proofs struck. Light hairlines,as expected in this grade. Sharp relief all around, includingtraces of original frost on the devices. (PCGS # 7316) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


2784 1881-CC. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. CAC Approved. A gor-geous gem! Liberty's portrait is frosty beyond belief with adegree of reflectivity evident in the fields giving the coin addedstature in the eyes of this cataloger. (PCGS # 7126) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

2785 1881-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-65. A frosty white gem. In theoriginal black holder as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2786 1881-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-64. Frosty and untoned. In theoriginal black holder as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2787 1881-CC. PCGS graded MS-63. Frosty and untoned. (PCGS #7126) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2788 1881-CC GSA Dollars. MS-60 Plus. Each in its original blackcase as issued. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250


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2789 1881-S. NGC graded MS-66. Star. Lovely rainbow toning onthe obverse. Intense green colors. Dazzling color expands force-fully from original surfaces untouched by injury. A strongstrike as well, which is traditional with 1881-S Morgans, makingthis an advantageous coin for the focused collector. Could be arun-away. (PCGS # 7130) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300

2790 1881-S. PCGS graded All MS-66. Each a blast white gem exam-ple. Lot of 3 coins. (PCGS # 7130) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2791 1881-S. PCGS graded Each MS-65. Lot of 2 coins. (PCGS #7130) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2792 1882-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-65. A frosty white gem. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

2793 1882-CC. PCGS graded MS-64. Lovely delicate golden obversetoning. (PCGS # 7134) Estimated Value ................................................................ $180 - 190

2794 1882-CC GSA. MS-63 plus. Housed in the original black box ofissue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 170

2795 1882-CC. MS-62. Together with: 1881-S AU-55. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160

2796 1882-CC. GSA Dollars. MS-60+ to MS-63. Each in its originalblack case as issued. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250


2797 1882-CC GSA. MS-60 Plus. In the original black box as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $140 - 150

2798 1883-CC. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. CAC Approved. A lovelyblast white gem example. Quite frosty and the longest distancefrom your usual bagmarked GSA version as you are bound tofind! (PCGS # 7144) Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2799 1883-CC and 1884-CC Both GSA. NGC graded MS-65. Eachgem is blast white and intensely frosty. Each in the originalGSA black holder as issued. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2800 1883-CC. NGC graded MS-65. Loaded with luster. This gemdisplays lovely semi-reflective surfaces. (PCGS # 7144) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

2801 1883-CC GSA. MS-60 and MS-63. Each in its original black boxas issued. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $290 - 300

2802 1883-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-63 Deep Mirror Prooflike. Afrosty white coin in the GSA black holder as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $230 - 250

2803 1883-CC. PCGS graded MS-63. A frosty untoned example.(PCGS # 7144) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160

2804 1883-CC. GSA Dollars. MS-60+ to MS-63. Each in its originalblack case as issued. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100


2805 1883-S. PCGS graded MS-64. Fully struck up and a very choiceblast white specimen. A change occurs in the relative availabil-ity of S-mint dates after 1882. Like the 1884-S, although to alesser degree, the 1883-S is a conditionally rare issue. Circulatedexamples from the original mintage of 6.2 million pieces areplentiful, suggesting a wide distribution at the time of issue. InMint State, however, the '83-S is scarce to rare, depending onthe particular coin's nearness to the Gem grade level. ThisChoice quality MS63 is bright with coruscating "cartwheel"effects in the fields. The devices are richly frosted, while thestrike is second to none in being sharp for the date. The numberof scattered abrasions is limited for a coin in this grade. Pop 372;18 finer. (PCGS # 7148) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,000 - 3,300

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2806 1883-S PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is MS-60+.A nice untonedexample. (PCGS # 7148) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2807 1884. NGC graded Proof 65. A touch of light golden toningrests within the borders on both sides. A well struck near-Gemthat has frosty devices and silver-mirrored fields, deep withreflectivity. The perimeter field has the aforementioned toningwhich gives this beautiful specimen an extra note of distinction.Well preserved and attractive, as indicated by the high grade.Like nearly all Proofs struck in the 1880s, every device is 100%crisply defined from a full blow by the Proof dies. Only 875Proofs struck. Pop 29; 20 in 66, 5 in 67, 4 in 68. (PCGS # 7319) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,500 - 4,000

2808 1884-CC. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. CAC Approved. Nicelystruck and very frosty. Pop 1,317; 57 finer, 54 in 67, 3 in 68.(PCGS # 7152) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

2809 1884-CC GSA. Each MS-60 Plus. Each in its original back boxas issued. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 300

2810 1884-O. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck with brilliant semireflective surfaces. Seductive beauty. (PCGS # 7154) Estimated Value ................................................................ $240 - 250

2811 1884-O. PCGS graded MS-66. A small area on the obverseexhibits rainbow toning. (PCGS # 7154) Estimated Value ................................................................ $240 - 250

2812 1885. PCGS graded MS-66 Deep Mirror Prooflike CACApproved. A dazzling blast white gem with intense eye-catch-ing mirrorlike surfaces. This coin has lots of pizazz! Pop 69; 1finer in 67. (PCGS # 97159) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

2813 1885-CC. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. CAC Approved. Wellstruck with lustrous fields, the central designs nicely framed bybold rims. (PCGS # 7160) Estimated Value ............................................................. $900 - 1,000

2814 1885-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-65. A frosty white gem in theGSA black holder as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850

2815 1885-CC GSA. NGC graded MS-64. A blazing white coin, itglistens with frostiness. In the original black holder as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 575

2816 1885-CC. PCGS graded MS-62. Frosty and untoned. A desir-able low-mintage issue. (PCGS # 7160) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2817 1885-CC GSA Dollars. MS-60 Plus. Each in its original blackcase as issued. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,550


2818 1885-O. PCGS graded MS-66. A superb frosty white gem withimmaculate surfaces throughout. (PCGS # 7162) Estimated Value ................................................................ $230 - 250

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2819 1885-S. PCGS graded MS-64. White with semi reflective sur-faces; always in demand as a slightly scarcer S-mint Morgan.(PCGS # 7164) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2820 1885-S and 1888-O. Both MS-60 Plus. Each is untoned. Lot of 2coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 200

2821 1886. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A pair of blast white gems eachin a 1st generation holder. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2822 1886-O PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is AU55. (PCGS # 7168) Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 70

2823 1886-S. PCGS graded MS-63. A brilliant untoned example,choice with frosty luster. This one has under one million mint-age, 750,000 to be exact. (PCGS # 7170) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

2824 1886-S. PCGS graded MS-63. Untoned with the luster sweep-ing around the fields and across the devices like a summerthunderstorm. The vivid white display of frost is really attrac-tive on well struck '86-S silver dollars. (PCGS # 7170) Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

2825 1886-S. NGC graded MS-63. Nicely toned, in an old style NGCholder. Estimated Value ................................................................ $325 - 350

2826 1887. NGC graded MS-66. A predominantly blast white gemexample with near-pristine surfaces advancing the alreadyspectacular cartwheel luster. (PCGS # 7172) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

2827 1888. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A blast white gem loaded withluster. In a old green holder. (PCGS # 7182) Estimated Value ................................................................ $130 - 150

2828 1888-O. "Hot Lips". VAM Top 100. ANACS graded AU-55.VAM-4 Doubled Liberty head variety with two complete sets oflips, chin and nose clearly visible. Hair is filled and also lowerparts of ERT in LIBERTY. The wheat and cotton leaves aboveLIBERTY are doubled strongly to the right. This exciting doubledie has two clearly defined set of lips, chins and noses. A faintsecond eyelid can also be seen. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200

2829 1888-O. "Hot Lips" VAM Top 100. PCGS graded VF-25. VAM4. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2830 1889. PCGS graded MS-64 Deep Mirror Prooflike. Possibly anearly strike off of new dies, judging by the depth of the mirrors.(PCGS # 97189) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

2831 1889-CC. NGC graded VF-35. A pleasing problem-free exampleof this popular key date. Only 350,000 minted; examples tend tobe much more worn than this well-detailed Very Fine example.Has one small mark left of the left wing with associated nick inthe leaves nearby. A coin worth considering. (PCGS # 7190) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

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2832 1889-CC PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is fine 15. Perhapscleaned many years ago. (PCGS # 7190) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

2833 1889-S. PCGS graded MS-63. A hint of light gold toning on theobverse. Sparkling cartwheel luster in the fields on both sides ofthis well struck beauty. Very choice condition. (PCGS # 7194) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2834 1890-CC. PCGS graded MS-62. A nice white coin with a fewbagmarks on the face and jaw. (PCGS # 7198) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2835 1890-CC. PCGS graded MS-61. (PCGS # 7198) Estimated Value ................................................................ $360 - 380

2836 1891-CC. AU-55. We note some light marks about the rims yetthe breast feathers are nearly full. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

GEM PROOF 1892 MORGAN DOLLAR

2837 1892. NGC graded Proof 65 Cameo. Hints of blue and goldtoning add to its appeal. Only 1245 struck. Although theProof 1892 Morgan dollar is known for softness in thestrike, this coin is at more boldly defined throughout. Theonly area that lacks full definition is the center of theobverse, but emerging detail is visible on the hair curls atLiberty's ear. The surfaces are nicely mirrored and equallyfree of bothersome handling marks. Devices cameo frosted.An attractive Gem. Pop 15; 47 finer. (PCGS # 7327) Estimated Value ................................................... $5,500 - 6,000

2838 1892-CC. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and basically white. Thissilver dollar coin, due to its healthy display of sivery luster, willstretch out to find bidders far and wide. The sparkling lusterflares into heavy frostiness in all areas, as is the ideal for a CC-mint Morgan dollar. We note full breast feathers as well. (PCGS# 7214) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,900

2839 1892-CC. PCGS graded MS-63. Both sides exhibit a touch ofmulti-colored toning about the borders. Semi-reflective fieldsare evident as well. (PCGS # 7214) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

2840 1892-O. NGC graded MS-63. A hint of light gold tone. Other-wise fully brilliant. The surfaces exhibit only minor abrasions atthe cheek and the usual slight central softness seen with mostexamples of this issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275

2841 1893-O. PCGS graded VF-25. With only 300,000 mintage, the1893-O is among the scarcer issues from this Southern mint.(PCGS # 7224) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2842 1894. NGC graded AU-58. Lightly toned and loaded with mintluster from edge to edge. We note a scratch on Liberty's cheek.Popular low mintage date, this being the scarcest P-mint issueafter the famed 1895 Proof-only Morgan dollar. (PCGS # 7228) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

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1894 6-PIECE GROUP ALL AU-55

2843 1894. NGC graded All AU-55. A scarce date and always ingreat demand from collectors (as well as coin dealers look-ing to acquire a few of these for inventory). A total of 6coins. (PCGS # 7228) Estimated Value ...................................................$8,000 - 9,000

2844 1894. NGC graded All AU-53. A popular rare date. Lustrousspecimens all. A total of 3 coins. (PCGS # 7228) Estimated Value .......................................................... $4,200 - 4,500

SUPER GEM "KING OF THE MORGANS" 1895 SILVER DOLLAR

2845 1895. NGC graded Proof 68. A superb gem specimen exhibiting alternating areas of multi-color iridescent toning on each side. Only 880minted for this key date Proof-only year. Rarest of the rare in the Morgan series, held by all to be the King of the Morgan Dollars and forunderstandable reasons, only Proofs were minted. Business strikes are unknown. It is from these few specimens that tens of thousands of col-lectors, if not hundreds of thousands of collectors, must struggle over ownership of the small supply on the market at any one time.

The coin is, in words of one syllable, a knock-out. Viewed under a magnifying glass, but also visible in the photographs, are deep original iri-descent shades of color acquired in its years spent in the original tissue wrapper. Where later Proof coins were packaged in either cellophane(1930s-1950s) or flat-pack plastic by the mint, all pre-1916 coinage was shipped in simple jeweler's tissue paper. The tissue was made usingsulfur. And it is this naturally occurring element which imparts the marvelous colors you see on the few gem Proofs. This glittering 1895turns head and draws stares of disbelief. Faithful to every detail from a solid blow by the dies, the hair is finely detailed down to the tiniesthair strand. This includes the sometimes weak curls above the ear; included also in this description of a full blow by the dies is a resplendenteagle, proud and assured, with full-featured wings and a nice feather-encrusted chest projecting from the central part of this side of thedesign. The coin, grading Proof 68, is housed in NGC holder 1743100-014 and will forever remind us how spectacular these early Morgan dol-lars were in Proof condition at the time of issue. Don't let the current market disturbance sway you from bidding. As seems inevitable when-ever a great rarity like a Superb Gem Proof 1895 Morgan dollar changes hands, the interest and value only increases, year by year. Pop 3;none finer. (PCGS # 7330)

Historic note: At the time this Proof only Dollar was minted in 1895, the executive branch of the American republic was being led by a beefy,300-pound gentle giant of a President, Stephen Grover Cleveland (1837-1908). As politicians go, Mr. Cleveland was somewhere in-betweenwhen it came to the usual foibles and job peddling associated with his profession. He had a conservative philosophy, though, which surfacedin his clashes with followers of the colorful William Jennings Bryan. Cleveland believed a gold standard was the only honest standard for anation's money. And woe to anyone who should drive this country to socialism by doing away with it! Unfortunately, soon after he attainedoffice, the economy crashed into depression. Throughout his 1892-1896 tenure in office he had to deal with the pain and suffering of his con-stituents. Although this short look back doesn't affect who buys this silver dollar or not, it is helpful for numismatists to bring together theevents surrounding the issuance of such a coin; it gives meaning to a coin. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$80,000 - 90,000

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2846 1895-O. PCGS graded EF-40. A hint of light toning. Well struckand carefully handled by its former owners. A bit of luster herean there adheres to the main devices. (PCGS # 7236) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450

2847 1895-O. PCGS graded VF-35. Naturally toned. Scarcer O-mintissue. Only 450,000 struck. (PCGS # 7236) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2848 1895-S. VG-8. Honest wear with a few minor marks on therims. A scarce S-mint. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2849 1896-S and 1902-S. PCGS graded VF-35 and EF-40 respec-tively. Two better dates. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275

2850 1897-S. PCGS graded MS-64. A frosty untoned example.(PCGS # 7250) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2851 1898-O. PCGS graded MS-64 Deep Mirror Prooflike. Sleekmirrors; bold relief. (PCGS # 97255) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

2852 1898-S. PCGS graded MS-64. A blast white example in a 1stgeneration holder. Cascading swirls of silvery iridescence con-firm the originality of this desirable S-mint example. Fully lus-trous and quite clean for the issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $525 - 550

2853 1898-S. PCGS graded AU-58. A frosty white coin. (PCGS #7256) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2854 1899. PCGS graded MS-63 Prooflike. A lovely brilliant whiteexample of this low mintage P-mint issue. Only 330,846 made.(PCGS # 7259) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275

2855 1899. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. A nice white coin despite someluster grazes on the cheek and in the nearby field. Lower-mint-age P-mint date. (PCGS # 7258) Estimated Value ................................................................ $210 - 220

2856 1899-S PCGS "Genuine" Our grade is MS-60+. Mostlyuntoned. Maybe some minor hairlines. (PCGS # 7262) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2857 1900-S PCGS "Genuine" Our grade is MS60. Semi prooflikewith minor hairlines and minor roughness on the chin fromcontact with other coins in the bag. (PCGS # 7270) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2858 1901. Sharpness of MS-60. Nicely toned on the obverse.Reverse scratch. (PCGS # 7272) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

2859 1901. PCGS graded AU-55. Lustrous example. Only the slight-est evidence of friction. (PCGS # 7272) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2860 1901. AU-50. A nice sharp coin with light greyish-lilac toning onboth sides. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2861 1901. PCGS graded Each AU-53, AU-53 and XF-45. Each is anuntoned example. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2862 1901-O and 1926. PCGS graded Both MS-64. The pair in oldgreen PCGS holders. Both are primarily untoned. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 140

2863 1901-S. PCGS graded MS-63. (PCGS # 7276) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2864 1901-S. PCGS graded MS-61. A frosty untoned Brilliant Uncir-culated example. (PCGS # 7276) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2865 1902. PCGS graded MS-65. A satin white gem specimen.(PCGS # 7278) Estimated Value ................................................................ $290 - 310

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2866 1902-S PCGS "Genuine" Our grade is AU58. Untoned andlight hairlines. (PCGS # 7282) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 170

2867 1903-O. PCGS graded AU-58. Looks strictly BU, an elusive O-mint issue. (PCGS # 7286) Estimated Value ................................................................ $290 - 300

2868 1903-S. PCGS graded AU-53. Mostly untoned. Sleek silverywith spreading luster throughout the fields and at centers. Anwell-liked semi-key date, especially when found in choice high-end circulated condition. Most of these circulated heavily.Sharp strike at the center of the hair and on the eagle, notunusual for the date which tends to be well made. (PCGS #7288) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

2869 1904-S. PCGS graded AU-55. A brilliant untoned example ofthis better S-mint date. (PCGS # 7294) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2870 1921-S and 1926-S. PCGS graded MS-64. Lot of 2 coins. (PCGS# 7300) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2871 1878-1921 Partial Set of Morgan Dollars. Lacking only 14 dates(including 1895). Set does include some better coins such as:1878-CC MS-60, 1883-S AU-53, 1884-S EF-40, 1885-S AU-50,1886-S MS-60, 1888-S AU-55, 1889-S AU-58, 1890-CC AU-58,1892 MS-60, 1893 EF-40 cleaned, 1893-0 EF-40 cleaned, 1893-CCVG-8, 1894-S EF-45 cleaned, 1895-0 VF-30 cleaned, 1897-S AU-55, 1899 AU-50, 1901 VF-30, 1902-S AU-58, 1903-0 AU-55, 1903-S VF-20, 1904-S VF-30 cleaned. We urge a close look as this setdoes contain a number of BU coins. Housed in 3 Library ofCoins album. Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,000 - 3,500

2872 1878-1921 Partial Set of Morgan Dollars. Lacking 27 coins(including 1895). This partial set does include some better coinssuch as: 1878-CC AU-53, 1883-S AU-55, 1886-S MS-60, 1888-SAU-55, 1889-S EF-45, 1890-CC VG-8, 1893 EF-40 cleaned, 1898-S AU-50, 1899-S AU-50, 1903-0 MS-60, 1904-S VF-20. Housed in3 Library of Coins album. We suggest close inspection as thispartial set includes a number of BU coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,400

2873 A 90-piece lot of Morgan Dollars. Consists of mixed dates,including 1921's, mostly cleaned. Most will grade VG to EF. Wenote a few higher grade Morgans are included. Lot of 90 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

2874 A lot of GSA Black Holder "CC" Mint Dollars. Consists of:1883-CC (1); 1884-CC (6). Coins grade MS-60 to 63. Each in itsoriginal black case as issued. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100


2875 A 6-piece lot of attractively toned Morgan Dollars. Consists of:1881-S NGC MS-65; 1883-O PCGS MS-64; 1885 NGC MS-65;1885-O PCGS MS-65; 1886 NGC MS-64; 1887 PCGS MS-64.Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2876 A half-roll of Mixed Date Morgans. Consists of: 1878 8 T.F.,1879-O, 1880, 1880-O (2), 1890-S, 1921 (2), 1921-D (2). Coinsgrade AU to Unc. Lot of 10 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

2877 A 9-piece lot of better date Morgan Dollars. Consists of: 1887-S(2), 1890-S (2), 1891-S (2), 1897-S, 1898-S, 1900-S. Coins gradeVF to EF. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 180


2878 A 4-piece lot of slightly better date Morgan Dollars. Consistsof: 1885-S Fine-15; 1887-S EF-40; 1894-O VF-20; 1904 MS-60. Lotof 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $110 - 120

2879 1878-1904-O. A 100-piece lot of Morgans. Coins range fromFine to AU with a good mix of dates and mints. Lot of 100coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

2880 1878-1904-O. A 45-piece lot of better grade Morgan Dollars.Coins grade AU-BU with a good mix of dates. Lot of 45 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

2881 A lot of nice PCGS graded Morgans. Consists sof: 1878 7 T.F.,rev. '79 MS-63; 1882-CC MS-63; 1885-CC MS-64; 1885-0 MS-64PL. Each with a touch of tone about the borders. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850


2882 A trio of "CC" Mint Dollars. Each MS-60. Consists of: 1878-CC,1882-CC, 1884-CC. Each is a frosty BU specimen. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 400

2883 A Pair of Morgan Dollars. Includes: 1878 7/8TF Strong MS63and 1878 8TF MS60+. A total of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 300

2884 A lot of PCGS slabbed "Genuine" Morgan Dollars. Consistsof: 1878 7 T.F. rev. '78 (2); 1885 and 1898-O. In our opinion eachis Mint State. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

2885 A 30-piece lot of PCGS MS-64 Morgans. Consists of: 1879-S(7), 1880-S (9), 1881-S (5), 1882-S (9). Includes some gem qualitycoins. All recently graded. Lot of 30 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150


2886 A 54-piece lot of BU Morgan Dollars. Consists of: 1879-S (7),1880-S (2), 1881-S (3), 1882-S (3), 1883-0 (3), 1884-0 (9), 1885-0(7), 1886 (4), 1887 (8), 1888 (8). Coins will grade MS-60 to MS-60+. Lot of 54 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100


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2887 A 24-piece lot of PCGS MS-63 Morgans. Consists of: 1879-S(5), 1880-S (4), 1881-S PL (1), 1881-S (9), 1882-S (5). All havebeen recently graded. Lot of 24 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $725 - 750


2888 A 7-piece lot of PCGS MS-65 Morgans. PCGS graded All MS-65. Consists of: 1879-S, 1881-S (2), 1882-S (4). Each is a blastwhite gem. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750


2889 1879-1901-O. A 30-piece lot of mixed dated Dollars. Doesinclude 2 culls, an 1880 and 1926; others grade VG to AU. Lot of30 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 475

2890 A trio of BU Morgan Dollars. Consists of: 1879-S PCGS MS-65;1880-S NGC MS-65; 1885-O ANACS MS-66. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2891 A Lot of Choice Uncirculated Morgan Dollars. Consists of:1879-S, 1880-S, 1884-O (2), 1885-O, 1886, 1900, 1904-O. A totalof 8 coins grading MS63 or better. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2892 A lovely 5-piece lot of PCGS graded Morgans. Consists of:1879-S MS-64 PL; 1881-S MS-64 (3); 1885-O MS-64. Most are inold green label holders. All are untoned and brilliant. Lot of 5coins. (PCGS # 7093) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

2893 1880-S.. PCGS graded All MS-65. Each is a blast white gem. Lotof 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550


2894 A Lot of 1880-S Morgan Dollars. 2 of the coins are toned. Atotal of 14 pieces grading MS63 or better. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2895 A trio of gem quality 1st generation PCGS MS-65 Morgans.Consists of: 1880-S Premium Quality (2) and 1882. Lot of 3coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

2896 A lot of PCGS graded Morgans. Consists of: 1880-S MS-63 PL,1880-S MS-64 PL, 1882-0 MS-64, 1882-S MS-64, 1889 MS-64,1899-O MS-64. All nice looking coins. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2897 A 4-piece lot of PCGS MS-65 Morgans. Consists of: 1881-S,1884, 1887, 1900. All in old green label holders. Each is a bril-liant untoned gem. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2898 A 9-piece lot of PCGS graded Morgans. Consists of: 1881-OMS-63, 1882-O MS-63, 1883 MS-63, 1883-O MS-62 PL, 1883-OMS-63, 1888 MS-63, 1888-O MS-62, 1889 MS-63, 1897 MS-63Most are brilliant untoned examples. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $180 - 200

2899 A Pair of GSA Morgan Dollars. Both MS-63. Consists of: 1882-CC and 1883-CC. Both are housed in the original black GSAboxes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 330

2900 A 35-piece lot of PCGS MS-64 Morgans. Consists of: 1883-O(8), 1884-O (3), 1885-O (5), 1886 (12), 1887 (5), 1888 (2). Includessome Premium Quality coins. All have been recently graded.Lot of 35 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500


2901 A 47-piece lot of PCGS MS-63 Morgans. Consists of: 1883-O(9), 1884-O (8), 1885-O (9), 1886 (4), 1887 (7), 1888 (10). There area number of very choice coins in this grouping. All have beenrecently graded. Lot of 47 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500


2902 A gem quality lot of 1st generation PCGS MS-65 Morgans.Consists of: 1884-0, 1885-0, 1900-O (2). Some are PremiumQuality examples. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

2903 A 4-piece lot of toned PCGS graded Morgans. Consists of: 1884MS-64, 1896 MS-64, 1898 MS-64 (2). All are nicely toned. Lot of4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 170

2904 A Large Lot of 1885-O Morgans. Consists of: BU Rolls (2).Coins will grade MS60 to MS65. Two nice original rolls. A totalof 40 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200

2905 A trio of PCGS graded Morgans. Consists of: 1887-S MS-62,1889-O MS-63, 1892 MS-63. Each is a frosty untoned example.Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 625

2906 A trio of 1st generation PCGS MS-64 Morgans. Consists of:1901-O and 1902 (2). Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2907 1921 Morgans. A 100-piece lot. Coins range from Fine to AU,some Uncs are included. Lot of 100 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

2908 A Lot of Silver Dollars. Consists of: Pre 1921 AG to Good (4),Pre 1921 XF to AU (5), Pre 1921 AU to Unc (12), 1921 MorgansAU to Unc (5), Peace Dollars VF to AU (7). Also includes somebetter date dollars; 1884-S XF Cleaned (1), 1886-S VG (1), 1887-S AU (1), and a 1921 Peace XF (1). A nice lot. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

2909 A Lot of U.S. Silver Dollars. Consists of: Pre 1921 Morgans AU(8), Pre 1921 Morgans Good to VF (5), 1921 Morgans XF (2),Peace Dollars Fine to VF (3). A total of 18 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $280 - 300

2910 1921-D Lot of 4. PCGS graded each MS-64, MS-63, MS-62 andAU-58. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $170 - 190

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2911 1921. NGC graded MS-65. A nice frosty white gem of the styl-ish (and pronounced) High Relief Type introduced this year butthen modified in 1922 by reducing the relief. Full confident lus-ter without the least hesitation. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200

2912 1921. A two-piece lot, one untoned the other toned. Both EF-40.Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2913 1923. PCGS graded MS-66. A brilliant frosty white gem with ahint of light golden toning. (PCGS # 7360) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

2914 1924. A group of 3 gems. PCGS graded MS-65. Each in a 1stgeneration PCGS holder. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 115

2915 1924-S and 1935-S. PCGS graded Both AU-58. Both areuntoned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

2916 1927-D. PCGS graded MS-64. A creamy white example in anold green label holder. An exceptionally pleasing and wellstruck example of this important semi-key issue. The surfacesare vibrant and free from they heavy abrasions that tend toplague Peace dollars. In fact, one would be hard pressed toidentify a single distracting abrasion; Liberty's face and neck areremarkably smooth and frosty. Any blemishes that are presentare quite small. The '27-D has proven to be very elusive inChoice to Gem condition, in spite of an original bag of 1,000 thatwas sold at auction years ago. (PCGS # 7371) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

2917 1928. AU-50. Bright and lustrous with only slight friction. Popu-lar key date to the Peace Dollar series. Estimated Value ................................................................ $340 - 360

2918 The balance of the Seward Estate of U.S. Silver Dollars. Con-sists of: Pre 1921 Morgans (19); 1921 Morgans (25); Peace Dol-lars (31). Coins grade Good to AU. Lot of 75 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

2919 1921-1935 Complete Set of Peace Dollars. Coins are mostly EF-AU and housed in a Library of Coins album. Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

2920 A lot of Morgan and Peace Dollars. Consists of: Pre 1921 Mor-gans (16); 1921 Morgans (10); Peace Dollars (20). Coins gradeVF to AU. Lot of 46 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525


2921 A lot of 28 mixed dates Morgan and Peace Dollars. All circu-lated coins with a few better dates mixed in. Easily worth ourestimate. Lot of 28 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 440

2922 1922-1935 A 79-piece lot of Peace Dollars. Coins range fromFine to BU. We note a number of Uncs included. Lot of 79 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200

2923 A 56-piece lot of Peace Dollars. A nice mix of dates rangingfrom VF to AU. Lot of 56 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

2924 A Lot of Unc Peace Dollars. Consists of: 1922 (5), 1923 (10), 1925(2). A total of 17 coins. Grades range from,MS60 to MS63. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2925 1923. Group of 6. PCGS graded Each MS-64 all are PQ. Each isin a 1st generation holder. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

2926 A 17-piece lot of better date Peace Dollars. Consists of: 1924-S(2), 1925-S (1), 1926-S (7), 1927-S (2), 1928-S (2), 1934-S (1), 1935-S (2). Coins grade VG to AU. Lot of 17 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $330 - 350


2927 A trio of PCGS graded Peace Dollars. Consists of: 1924 PCGSMS-63 (2) and 1925 PCGS MS-64. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .................................................................... $80 - 90

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Eisenhower Dollars

2928 1977-S. NGC graded Proof 68 Cameo. Lovely rainbow toningon both sides. After immersing yourself in this coin's remark-able coloration you'll want to take air and exercies to regainyour senses from the visual experience you've just encountered! Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

Anthony Dollars

2929 A Lot of Late Date Silver Dollars and Eagles. Consists of: 1983-P Olympic Unc Dollar (2), 1983-D Olympic Unc Dollar (2),1983-S Olympic Unc Dollar (2), 1984-P Olympic Unc Dollar(12), 1984-D Olympic Unc Dollar (12), 1984-S Olympic UncDollar (11), 1971-S Unc Ike Dollar (8), 1972-S Unc Ike Dollar(10), 1973-S Unc Ike Dollar (10), 1974-S Unc Ike Dollar (10),1976-S Unc Ike Dollar (9), 1986 Unc Silver Eagle (2), and 1987Unc Silver Eagle (1). Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

2930 A Type Set of PCGS Graded U.S. Dollars. Consists of: 1973-SClad PR68CAM, 1976-S Clad Type 1 PR67, 1976-S Clad Type 2PR68DCAM, 1981-S SBA Type 1 PR68DCAM, 2005-S SACPR68DCAM. A total of 5 coins. Estimated Value .................................................................... $30 - 40

2931 2000-P. Goodacre Presentation. PCGS graded MS-66. Pop 39. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

Silver Bullion

2932 $200.00 Face Value in 90% Silver Dimes and Quarters. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,850


A FULL BAG OF 90% SILVER QUARTERS.$1000 FACE VALUE

2933 A Full Bag of 90% Silver Quarters. $1000 Face Value. Estimated Value ................................................... $9,000 - 9,500


2934 $89.50 in 90% silver 1964 JFK Half Dollars. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 825


2935 A lot of BU JFK 40% Silver Clad Half Dollars. Consists of: 1965(5 rolls), 1966 (6 rolls), 1967 (2 rolls), 1968-D (2 rolls), 1969-D (5rolls). All are choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Total of $200.00face value. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650


2936 A group of U.S. Silver Eagles in Proof and BU. Consists of:Proofs - 2006 (1), 2007 (3), 2008 (3). and the following Uncircu-lated Eagles - 1999 (1), 2000 (5), 2003 (1), 2004 (2), 2005 (1), 2007(2), 2008 (10), 2008 NGC MS-70. Included in the above are 5 col-orized eagles. Lot of 30 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600

2937 A large lot of Bullion Silver. Consists of: $100.00 Silver UnionNGC Gem Proof 1.5 oz. ea (2); Silver 1 oz. rounds (9); Silver 2oz. ingots (5); 2004 Silver 4 oz. Liberty; 1999 Hamilton $10.00Silver 4 oz. note; Ronald Regan proof silver "dime" (3). Totalweight 30 oz. Estimated Value ................................................................ $340 - 360

Commemorative Silver Coins

2938 1900 Lafayette Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. Light naturalantique toning on both sides, with even detail in the maindevices, as struck. The Lafayette was the first silver-dollar U.S.commemorative issued. The government would go the betterpart of 75 years before issuing another silver-dollar commemo-rative! (PCGS # 9222) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

2939 1900 Lafayette Dollar. AU-50. Some faint hairlines are noted,still quite lustrous. There is no purer pleasure than landing ascarce Lafayette dollar like this at a reasonable price. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350


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2940 1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. A hint oflight toning about the devices while luster strolls leisurelyacross all surfaces, including Isabella's facial profile. (PCGS #9220) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500


2941 1921 Alabama Half Dollar, with 2 x 2. PCGS graded MS-65.An intensely lustrous example with a hint of light tone andoceans of mint luster rolling to and fro across the surface. Theonly way to press your advantage with a gem Alabama com-memorative of this caliber is to take a firm stance and bid withvigor! Pop 396; 63 in 66, 5 in 67. (PCGS # 9225) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050


2942 1921 Alabama Half Dollar, no 2 x 2. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ.Lovely natural toning on both sides and a Premium Qualitycoin. Only 6,000 minted. (PCGS # 9224) Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 550


2943 1936 Albany Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. (PCGS # 9227) Estimated Value ................................................................ $220 - 240

2944 1937 Antietam Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. (PCGS #9229) Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 570

2945 1935-P,D,S Arkansas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65,MS-64 and MS-65 respectively. A lovely set with attractivelight gold toning. Choice to gem quality throughout, we see noreason to revise the high estimation we hold of this handsomeset of coins. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


2946 1936-P,D,S Arkansas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65,MS-64 and "Genuine" respectively. All are mostly untoned.Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 275


2947 1936 Arkansas Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Originaldeep sunset toning on both sides with some colorful aspects.(PCGS # 9237) Estimated Value ................................................................ $110 - 120


2948 1937-P,D,S Arkansas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-64,MS-65 and MS-64 respectively. A choice untoned set, radiantwith satin luster characteristic of the Arkansas Type. Lot of 3coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400


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2949 1938-P,D,S Arkansas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-64,MS-65 and MS-64 respectively. A beautiful untoned set. Only3,155 sets made. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 800


2950 1939-P,D,S Arkansas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65,MS-64 and MS-65 respectively. A beautifully matched set, eachwith a hint of delicate light toning. Only 2,104 sets issued, thelowest mintage in the Arkansas series. Collectors positively pre-fer their Arkansas sets to be original, attractive, and (wheneverpossible), beautifully toned like this. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,750


2951 1935-P,D,S Boone Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65, MS-64 and "Genuine" respectively (our grade is MS-65). A beauti-ful original set, well matched and each with stunning rainbowtoning. For consistent eye-appeal and colors you cannot beatthese original sets purchased at the time of issue and coddledlovingly by their owners for the better part of 7 decades! Lot of3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500


2952 1935-P, D, S Boone Half Dollar Set. Small 1934 on reverse.PCGS graded All MS-66. A magnificent gem set, perfectlymatched and each with a touch of natural creamy color toning.One of the key sets to the 144-piece set. Only 2,003 made. Lot of3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,300 - 2,400


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2953 1936-P,D,S Boone Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded All MS-65.Mostly untoned. A gem quality set. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650


2954 1937-P,D,S Boone Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-66, MS-67 and MS-64 respectively. An original set, each with a touch oflight antique toning about the borders. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850


2955 1938-P,D,S Boone Half Dollar Set. Coins will grade MS-60 orbetter. Each untoned with some minor hairlines. Only 2,100 setsstruck. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550


2956 1936 Bridgeport Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. Nice lightgold toning. Pleasant satin luster ripples across the naturallytoned silver surfaces. This is a strongly struck Bridgeport, withnice detail to all the important high points of P.T. Barnum's pro-file. Pop 54; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 9279) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

2957 1936 Bridgeport Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. (PCGS #9279) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160

2958 1925-S California Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Deep nat-ural golden toning on both sides. Gem quality like this alwaysdraws a lot of attention. (PCGS # 9281) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


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2959 1925-S California Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A blazingwhite gem example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

2960 1951-1954 P,D,S Carver-Washington Half Dollar Sets. MintState 63 to 65. A lovely hand picked complete set. Lot of 12coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


2961 1936 Cincinnati Music Center Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. Delicate light natural toning. In a 1st generation holder.A Premium Quality coin. The low mintage Cincinnatis werequite a draw at the time they were issued, racing up the pricecharts during the Commemorative coin boom of 1936. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

2962 1936-P,D,S Columbia, S.C. Half Dollar. NGC graded EachMS-66. Each is a brilliant white gem. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850

2963 1936-P,D,S Columbia, S.C. Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65,MS-66 and MS-65 respectively. A brilliant untoned gem set.Once you embark on a career of examining and describing indetail high quality coins, it becomes second nature to be drawntowards any fresh, original set like this for the Columbia, SouthCarolina commemorative halves. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750


2964 1892 and 1893 Columbian Half Dollars. PCGS graded EachMS-65. Each is similarly toned exhibiting multi-color hues. Lotof 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

2965 1893 Columbian Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Lightgolden toning around the obverse edges. A lovely gem exam-ple, fully in accordance with the rules guiding the grading ser-vice to award this the MS65 grade. (PCGS # 9297) Estimated Value ................................................................ $240 - 260


2966 1935 Connecticut Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. (PCGS #9299) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

2967 1935 Connecticut Half Dollar. MS-60 Plus. Distinctive deeplilac and multi color toning. The grading service questions thetoning. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150


1922 GRANT HALF DOLLAR, WITH STAR

2968 1922 Grant Half Dollar, with star. PCGS graded MS-65. Abrilliant creamy-white gem. Only 4,256 minted and one ofthe key issues to the complete 144-piece set. Always indemand, particularly at this high level. Pop 146; 32 in 66, 3in 67. (PCGS # 9307) Estimated Value ................................................... $3,500 - 3,700


1922 GRANT HALF DOLLAR, WITH STAR

2969 1922 Grant Half Dollar, with star. NGC graded MS-65.Lightly toned. A lovely gem example of this important keyissue to the complete 144-piece set. Pop 203; 44 in 66; 6 in67. (PCGS # 2879) Estimated Value ................................................... $3,500 - 3,700

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2970 1922 Grant Half Dollar, with star. PCGS graded MS-64. A verychoice untoned example of this key issue, this coin was struckduring 1922 as a centenary souvenir of Ulysses S. Grant's birth.A star that appeared on the first issues was later removed, cre-ating a second (more common) variety. The star has no othersignificance than to boost sales. The reverse shows the framehouse in Point Pleasant, Ohio, where Grant was born in 1822.

(The log cabin label was affixed to this design by Andrew W.Mellon, then Secretary of the Treasury, who so described it inhis annual report for fiscal 1922. As Slabaugh has pointed out,Mellon confused this frame house with a log cabin Grant builtover 30 years later on his wife's farm near St. Louis.). (PCGS #9307) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

2971 1922 Grant Half Dollar, with star. PCGS graded MS-63. A verychoice example with hints of light toning about. Everythingstraight forward and above-board here, with copious amonts ofmint luster. We note the wrong PCGS number on the holder.(PCGS # 9306) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

2972 1922 Grant Half Dollar, no star. PCGS graded MS-66. A splen-did frosty white gem specimen whose luster is booming onboth sides. The beauty of the coin proves the correctness ofPCGS's '66 grade, and then some! Pop 219; 33 in 67. (PCGS #9306) Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700


2973 1922 Grant Half Dollar, no star. MS-60. Lightly toned. Estimated Value .................................................................... $80 - 90

2974 1928 Hawaiian Half Dollar. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade isMS-63 with a few minor hairlines and a very nice coin. The lus-ter is plainly evident over both sides. Captain James Cook madetwo visits to the Hawaiian Islands, in 1778 and again the nextyear. (PCGS # 9309) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,800

2975 1928 Hawaiian Half Dollar. MS-60 Plus. Remarkably clean sur-faces with a faint hint of pastel toning. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


2976 1924 Huguenot-Walloon Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65.Lovely original antique toning over gem-quality frosted luster.(PCGS # 9314) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220


2977 1936 Lynchburg Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. (PCGS #9324) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

2978 1920 Maine Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Warm goldentoning around the devices on both sides. Frosty and bold. Pop346; 16 in 67. (PCGS # 9326) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


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2979 1920 Maine Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck witha hint of gold tone. (PCGS # 9326) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250

2980 1934 Maryland Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Pop 528; 44finer in 67. (PCGS # 9328) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 320

2981 1934 Maryland Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Gorgeousshades of natural lavender toning wraps itself lovingly over thefrosted surface of this very attractive Maryland commemora-tive. (PCGS # 9328) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


2982 1921 Missouri Half Dollar, no 2 x 4. PCGS graded MS-65. Wellstruck with nice, even natural toning. Volatile cartwheel lusteris nicely tempered by the natural toning overlay, yet itsdynamic effects still grab your attention. What also peaks ourinterest is the sharp appearance of the main design where thecap shows its detail and the shoulder isn't round as on some.An attractive gem Missouri half dollar that shows off its boldstrike proudly. Pop 216; 29 finer in 66. (PCGS # 9330) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200

2983 1921 Missouri Half Dollar, no 2 x 4. PCGS graded AU-58.Lightly toned. (PCGS # 9330) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

2984 1923-S Monroe Doctrine Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Anice frosty coin. These were issued to commemorate the anni-versary of Monroe's Doctrine in 1823. (PCGS # 9333) Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2985 1938 New Rochelle Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. (PCGS# 9335) Estimated Value ................................................................ $385 - 400

2986 1936 Norfolk Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. (PCGS # 9337) Estimated Value ................................................................ $440 - 460

2987 1926 Oregon Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Delicatenatural antique tones, booming luster underneath all this.(PCGS # 9340) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 330


2988 1926 Oregon Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A gemoriginal example in a first generation PCGS holder. Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 170

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2989 1926 Oregon Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A bril-liant gem. (PCGS # 9340) Estimated Value ................................................................ $160 - 170

2990 1936 Oregon Trail Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. A splen-did untoned gem. (PCGS # 9345) Estimated Value ................................................................ $475 - 500

2991 1937-D Oregon Trail Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. A deli-cately toned superb gem. (PCGS # 9347) Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 300

2992 1937-D Oregon Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A gemquality untoned example. As fits the necessary conditions forthis high grade, the luster is fresh, glowing, beautiful. (PCGS #9347) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225


2993 1938-P,D,S Oregon Trail Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-64, MS-MS-66 and MS-66 respectively. The "S" mint has lovelygold toning. Only 6,005 sets issued. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100


2994 1938-P,D,S Oregon Trail Half Dollar Set. Original golden-rus-set "tab" toning on each. Only 6005 sets issued. A perfectlymatched gem quality "raw" set in the original Oregon TrailMemorial card as issued. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 900

2995 1938-S Oregon Trail Half Dollar. MS-63. Delicately toned.Only 6,006 minted and a difficult coin to obtain without havingto buy a complete set. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

2996 1939-P,D,S Oregon Trail Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-66, MS-66 and MS-65 respectively. A gem quality set, mostlyuntoned. Only 3,004 sets issued makes the the scarcest OregonTrail date in the 1926-39 series. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100


2997 1920 Pilgrim Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Pleasing origi-nal antique toning. Highly lustrous. (PCGS # 9359) Estimated Value .................................................................... $80 - 90


2998 1920 Pilgrim Half Dollar. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is MS64 Cleaned. (PCGS # 9359) Estimated Value .................................................................... $80 - 90

2999 1921 Pilgrim Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. All skepticismis cast aside when examining this lovely gem with originalantique toning on both sides. The 1921-dated issue is scarcerthan the 1920 Pilgrim. (PCGS # 9360) Estimated Value ................................................................ $260 - 280


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3000 1936-P,D,S Rhode Island Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65, MS-64 and MS-65 respectively. All are Premium Qualitycoins with nice original toning. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525


3001 1936-D San Diego Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. (PCGS #9372) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

3002 1926 Sesquicentennial Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64.Lovely original russet and golden toning on both sides. Theshallow relief was intentionally done by the designer of the Ses-qui half dollar commemorative. (PCGS # 9374) Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 200


3003 1935 Spanish Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65.Untoned. In a 1st generation PCGS holder. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

3004 1935-P,D,S Texas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65, "Gen-uine" and MS-65 respectively. A beautiful original set withdeep rainbow toning. PCGS calls the toning on the 1935-D"environmental damage". We just love this set and feel they areall worthy of an MS-65 grade! Worthy of a premium bid. Lot of3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500


3005 1936-P,D,S Texas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded "Genuine"(our grade MS-66), MS-65 and MS-66 respectively. An originalset with the "P" and "D" mint coins exhibiting lovely rainbowtoning. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600


3006 1937-P,D,S Texas Half Dollar Set. PCGS graded MS-65, 64 and"Genuine" respectively (our grade is MS-64). A lovely, mostlyuntoned set with the "Genuine" example at least a MS-64. Lot of3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400


3007 1938-P,D,S Texas Half Dollar Set. MS-66, MS-65 and MS-66respectively. A gem original set with even natural antique ton-ing. After the opening performance of the wonderful toning onthese, it should be like an encore bow to say every coin in the sethas smooth, satiny luster underneath. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600


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3008 1925 Vancouver Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. Gor-geous rich golden toning on both sides. A wonderful coin ofPremium Quality for the grade. (PCGS # 9399) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 700


3009 1927 Vermont Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. (PCGS #9401) Estimated Value ................................................................ $370 - 390

3010 1936 Wisconsin Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. (PCGS #9447) Estimated Value ................................................................ $220 - 240

3011 1936 York Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. (PCGS # 9449) Estimated Value ................................................................ $220 - 240

3012 1936 York Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely hues ofnatural golden sunset toning. Gem quality luster. (PCGS #9449) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225


3013 1925 Norse Medal Thick. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice originalexample and a gem with frosted luster. (PCGS # 9450) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3014 A lot of U.S. Commemorative Halves in an old time blackholder. Consists of: 1892 Colombian, 1893 Columbian, 1923-SMonroe (3), 1921 Alabama, 1922 Grant, 1924 Hugenot, 1925-SCalifornia, 1925 Lexington, 1926 Sesqui., 1934 Texas, 1936Boone, 1936 Robinson, 1936-D Rhode Isle, 1936 Cleveland,1936-S Bay Bridge, 1936 Long Isle, 1946 Iowa, 1946-S BTW.The halves grade EF to Mint State. All housed in an antiqueblack coin holder. Lot of 21 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,400


3015 A partial collection of U.S. Commemorative Half Dollars.Consists of: 1892 Columbian, 1918 Lincoln, 1925 Lexington,1925 Stone Mt., 1928 Oregon, 1936 Oregon, 1934 Texas, 1935-SSan Diego, 1936-D San Diego, 1936 Cleveland, 1936 Elgin,1936-S Bay Bridge, 1936 Delaware, 1946 Iowa. Coins grade AUto Ch. BU. Lot of 14 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100


3016 A large lot of mostly Modern Half Dollar and Dollar Com-memoratives. Consists of: 1982 GW Proof 50¢ (2), 1986 Statueof Lib. Proof 50¢ (10), 1993 Bill of Rights Unc. 50¢ (3), 2008Bald Eagle Proof 50¢ (9), 2008 Bald Eagle Unc. (8) included inthis number are 2 NGC Graded PR-70 UCAM and NGC MS-70;1986 Statue of Lib. Proof $1 (8), 1986 Statue of Lib. Unc. $1 (2),1987 Constitution Proof $1 (5), 1999 Dolly Madison Proof $1 (1),2005 Marines Proof $1 (1), 2005 Marines Unc. $1 (1), 2006 SanFrancisco Proof $1 (2), 2007 Jamestown Proof $1 (1), 2008 BaldEagle Proof $1 (2), 2008 Bald Eagle Unc. $1 (7). Also includedare the following Ike Dollars: 1971 Unc. (2) Proof (2), 1972 Unc.(2) Proof (2), 1973 Unc. (1) Proof (1), 1974 Unc. (1) Proof (1). Allin the original government issued holders. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

3017 A 7-piece group of Commemorative Halves. Consists of: 1925-S California; BTW (5); Wash-Carver. Coins grade AU-BU. Lotof 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

3018 A Complete Set of Booker T. Washington and WashingtonCarver Commemorative Halves. 1946 to 1954. This seriesincludes some very low mintage issues. A total of 30 coins grad-ing MS60+ to MS65. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 900

3019 1946-1951 P,D,S Booker T. Washington Half Dollar Sets. MintState 63 to 65. A lovely hand picked complete set. Lot of 18coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600


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Proof Sets

1936. PROOF SET

3020 1936. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-64 Red Brilliant, 5¢ PR-65 Satin, 10¢ PR-64, 25¢ PR-63, 50¢ PR-64. A very choice proofset. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................................................................................................................................................... $5,000 - 5,500


3021 1937. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-65 Red, 5¢PR-66, 10¢ PR-66, 25¢ PR-66, 50¢ PR-65. A gem quality set withmany Premium Quality coins included. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,500 - 4,000


3022 1937. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-63 Red, 5¢PR-64, 10¢ PR-62, 25¢ PR-62, 50¢ PR-63. We think the gradingservice was too harsh on this set as it includes a number of Pre-mium Quality coins. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,800 - 3,000


3023 1938. Proof Set. All PCGS,graded as follows: 1¢ PR-65 Red, 5¢PR-65, 10¢ PR-64, 25¢ PR-64, 50¢ PR-64. We note some Pre-mium Quality coins in this set. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300


3024 1938. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-64 Red, 5¢PR-65, 10¢ PR-64, 25¢ PR-64, 50¢ PR-64. We note some of thecoins are Premium Quality examples. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300


3025 1939. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-65 Red, 5¢Rev. of 1938 PR-65, 10¢ PR-65, 25¢ PR-65, 50¢ PR-65. We notesome Premium Quality coins in this set. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,300


3026 1940. Complete Proof Set. Housed in a black Lucite holder. Agem quality set. Extremely gifted workmanship and thoughtwent into striking this five-piece set. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,000


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3027 1940. Complete Proof Set. Housed in a black Lucite holder. Agem quality set. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,000


3028 1941. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-65 Red &Brown, 5¢ PR-65, 10¢ PR-64, 25¢ PR-65, 50¢ PR-64. We notesome Premium Quality coins in this set. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,050


3029 1941. Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-64 Red, 5¢PR-65, 10¢ PR-65, 25¢ PR-63, 50¢ PR-64. We note some Pre-mium Quality coins in this set. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,050


3030 1942. 6 Piece Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-64RB, 5¢ type 1 PR-66, 5¢ type 2 PR-65, 10¢ PR-65, 25¢ PR-66, 50¢PR-66. We note some Premium Quality examples in this set.Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200


3031 1942. 6 Piece Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-64Red, 5¢ type 1 PR-65, 5¢ type 2 PR-65, 10¢ PR-66, 25¢ PR-65,50¢ PR-66. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200


3032 1942. 5 Piece Proof Set. All PCGS graded as follows: 1¢ PR-64Red Cameo, 5¢ type 1 PR-65, 10¢ PR-65, 25¢ PR-66, 50¢ PR-64.Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


3033 1950. Two complete Proof Sets. Each housed in a custom plas-tic holder. Each is a gem quality set; a handsome duet. Lot of 2sets. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050


3034 A lot of U.S. Proof Sets. Consists of: 1957, 1959, 1960 large. dt.,1961, 1962 (2), 1968, 1969 (3), 1970, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976,1976 3-piece silver set, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 (2), 1983,1984, 1985 (2), 1987, 1987 Prestige, 1988, 1989, 1989 Prestige,1990 Most in the original packing as issued by the mint. Lot of34 sets. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 210

3035 The Wexler Estate holdings of Modern U.S. Proof Sets. Con-sists of regular issued Proof Sets except as noted: 1968 (18),1969 (18), 1970 (4), 1971 (5), 1972 (5), 1973 (4), 1974 (5), 1975 (2),1976 (5), 1976 3 piece silver set (2), 1977 (2), 1978 (2), 1979 (5),1980 (5), 1981 (2), 1982 (2), 1983 (5), 1984 (2); 1984 OlympicProof Set (2); 1985 (2); 1992 Premier Silver Proof Set (5). All arein their original boxes as issued. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450


3036 The Wexler Estate of U.S. Silver Proof Sets. Consists of: 1951(2), 1952 (2), 1953 (2), 1954 (2), 1955 flat packs (2), 1956 (2), 1957(2), 1958 (2), 1959 (2), 1960 (4), 1961 (2), 1962 (2), 1963 (2), 1964(4). All are nice sets and most are in their original mint pack-ages. Lot of 32 sets. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,100


3037 A Group of Modern Government Issued Sets. Includes: 1998Kennedy Collector 2-Piece Uncirculated Set (10) and 1999 Sil-ver Proof Set (2). A total of 12 sets. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,850

Mint Sets

3038 The Wexler Estate of U.S. Mint Sets, Ike Dollars and ModernCommemoratives. Consists of the following: MINT SETS -1963 (3), 1964 (10), 1965 SMS (10), 1966 SMS (20, 1967 SMS (20),1968 (18), 1969 (4), 1970 (5), 1971 (5), 1972 (5), 1973 (5), 1974 (2),1975 (2), 1976 3 piece silver set (2), 1976 (5), 1979 (2), 1981 (2),1984 (2), 1985 (2). BROWN IKE DOLLARS - 1971 Proofs (10),1972 Proofs (4), 1973 Proofs (3), 1974 Proofs (2). BLUE IKE SIL-VER DOLLARS - 1971 Unc. (10), 1972 Unc. (4), 1973 Unc. (5),1974 Unc. (2). MODERN COMMEMS - 1982 Wash. 50¢ Unc.(5), 1982 50¢ Proof (5), 2002 Olympic Dollar Unc. (2), 2002Olympic Dollar Proof (2), 2002 Military Dollar Proof (2). All inoriginal holders as issued by the mint. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850


Medals

3039 1881 B-452 WM. Centennial Yorktown, VA. 49 mm WhiteMetal. Surrender at Yorktown Oct. 19, 1781. NGC graded MS-62. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 175

3040 1796. George Washington 2nd Presidency Medal Electrotype.Extremely Fine. Bronze, 43 mm. We note some scattered marksabout the rims. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

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3041 1797. Geo. Washisngton Sansom Bronze Medal B-72A. NGCgraded MS-62 Brown. 40.7 mm. Original dies. A beautifulglossy chocolate brown example of this popular Washingtonmedal. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3042 (1868) Ulysses S. Grant Campaign Medal. Dewitt-USG-1868.NGC graded MS-60. White Metal 50 mm. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3043 1876. (Philadelphia Centennial) International ExhibitionMedal. Danish Medal, 2nd obv.. NGC graded MS-60. WhiteMetal 52.7 mm. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3044 1889. Geo. Washington Brooklyn Bridge Inauguration Cen-tennial. D-7A. NGC graded MS-62. White Metal 51 mm. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

3045 1925 Norse Medal Thick. Our Grade is MS-60 Plus. (PCGS #9450) Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

REDUCED

3046 1945 Franklin D. Roosevelt Official Inaugural Medal. Dust.11. Bronze, 45 mm. Issued for his fourth inauguration by theU.S. Mint. Only 3500 made. Mint State. In a custom plasticholder. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3047 1961 John F. Kennedy Official Inaugural Medal. Dust. 15. Sil-ver, 70 mm. Approx. 5 oz. Only 7500 made by the Medallic ArtCo. Extremely Fine. Housed in a custom plastic holder.Together with: "Brothers they gave their lives" Two 37 mm.silver medals, J.F.K and R.F.K. housed in a custom plasticholder. Lot of 3 medals. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3048 1965 Lyndon B. Johnson Official Inaugural Medal. Dust. 16.Silver. 70 mm., approximately. 5 oz .999 silver by ther MedallicArt Co. New York. Extremely Fine and toned. Only 7500 made.In the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3049 Postmasters of America Medallic 1st Day Covers each with aSilver Medal, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975 and 1976. All housed in 5custom leatherette albums. Total of 113 sterling silver medals,each .8 oz. Total weight 90.4 oz. sterling. Lot of 113 medals. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100

Hawaii Coins and Tokens

3050 1883 Hawaiian Quarter Dollar. MS-63. Lightly toned, a choiceexample. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3051 1847 Hawaiian Cent. PCGS graded AU-58. CR-4, 18 Berries.This is a scarcer variety. Attractive coppery brown toning withclear definition on the king's nose, moustache, and coat pattern.(PCGS # 10965) Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850

Miscellaneous

3052 Miscellaneous Sets and Partial Sets. Consists of: 1948-1963-DComplete Franklin Half Dollar set, circulated with severalbetter BU coins included; 28 mixed date Indian Head CentsAG-VG; Partial circ Lincoln Cent collection lacking all keyand semi-key dates. Easily worth our estimate. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

3053 25 Pound Box of Indian Head Cents, Lincoln Cents and Buf-falo Nickels. We note that most of the Buffalos have dates andmany are in 2 x 2's. We urge large lot buyers to carefully exam-ine this interesting lot. Estimated Value ...................................................................$500-UP

3054 50 Pound Box loaded with Lincolns. We note many BU rolls inthe 1960's and 1970's as well as segregated Lincoln rolls by date.We urge those who are interested in Lincolns, to allow enoughtime to personally examine this lot. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3055 A miscellaneous group of U.S. Mint Product. Consists of:MODERN COMMEMORATIVES - 1982 Wash 50¢ BU (2) andProof, 1986 Ellis Isle $1.00 and 50¢ BU, 1983-S Olympic $1Proof, 1983 and 1984 Olympic $1 Proof, 1988-D and 1988-SOlympic $1 BU and Proof, 1991 Korean War $1 Proof, 1991USO $1 Proof, 1991 Mt. Rushmore 2-piece set Proof. MINTSETS - 1966 SMS (2), 1967 SMS (2), 1968, 1969 (2), 1970 (5),1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1976, 1976 3-piece silver set (2), 1977,1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1984, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989. IKE DOL-LARS - 1971 Proof (5), 1972 Proof; 1971 BU silver (5), 1972 BU(2), 1973 BU. MISCELLANEOUS - 1979 and 1980 SBA Souve-nir Set; 1990 Silver Eagle Proof. All in the original governmentissued boxes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

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3056 A nice Miscellaneous Lot of U.S. Coins. Includes the follow-ing: 1892 Columbian Half (2); 1893 Columbian Half (4); 1925Stone Mt. Half (2); 1858 Flying Eagle Cents (3); 3¢ Nickels (4);Also included are some BU Wash. 25¢ in the 1950's, IndianCents, etc; $16.00 face value in 90% silver coins; $4.00 facevalue in 50¢ 40% clad. All the type coins are in circulated condi-ton. A worthwhile lot that should be examined. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400


3057 A pair of ANACS graded type coins. Consists of: 25¢ 1853/4VF-30; 50¢ 1833 AU-58 Each in an old style ANACS holder. Lotof 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3058 A worthwhile lot of U.S. and World Coins. Includes the fol-lowing: U.S. COMMEMORATIVE HALVES - 1893 Colum-bian, 1925-S California, 1925 St. Mt., 1926 Sesqui., 1935-STexas, 1946 BTW, 1952 Wash./Carver. Coins grade EF-BU.MISCELLANEOUS U.S. - A 17-piece lot of circ. type coins, thebest being a 1916 50¢ in Good. WORLD COINS - A small ofmostly silver, the best item being a complete 1966 BahamaIslands BU set in case. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3059 The Balance of the Collection. Consists of: 1¢; 1860 (2), HalfDimes; 1836, 1871, 5¢; 1869, 1911, 25¢; 1863, 1876, 1893 Colum-bian Half Dollar, Silver Dollars from 1889 to 1926 (8), SilverEagles Unc (4), 1 ounce Silver Bars (3), 1 ounce Silver Rounds(6), Silver Quarters Unc from 1940's to 1950's (12). A nice lot. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

3060 The Balance of the Wexler Estate. Consists of: BU LINCOLNCENT ROLLS - 1964-D (5), 1965 (4), 1966 (5), 1967 (2), 1968-D(6), 1969-D (3). BU JEFF. NICKEL ROLLS - 1964-D (2), 1965(13), 1966 (1), 1967 (15), 1968-S (3). MISCELLANEOUS - $21.00face value in Wheat Cents; 1943 P-D-S Cents (5 sets); 15 ozpure silver bars Sunshine Mining Co. (1); Unc. Silver 1 ozEagles (5); Hand colored $2.00 bills (3); 1955-S Mint Set (1);1967 Unc. set of 5 coins (1); Circ roll of Buffalo Nickels (1). Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 425


3061 A mixed miscellaneous offering. Consists of: 1877-S TradeDollar EF cleaned; 1883 no "Cents" Nickel (2) both AU; 1936-DNickel AU; 1956 P & D Single Mint Set all BU. Lot of 5 items. Estimated Value ................................................................ $140 - 150

3062 A 19 piece lot of Half Dollars in old Wayte Raymond folders.Consists of: 1857, 1893-0, 1909-0, 1910 (3), 1913 P-D-S, 1914-S,1915, 1915-S (3), 1916-D, 1916-S, 1917-D obv., 1942-D. Coinsgrade Good to Unc. Personal inspection is urged. Lot of 19coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550


3063 A collection of Nickels 1883 to 1944 from the Seward Estate.Missing the key dates, however, plenty of better coins in nicegrade are included. Also we note a Hobo Nickel. Close inspec-tion is urged. All housed in antique black folders. Lot of 107coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700


3064 A Group of Partial Collections. Consists of: Buffalo Nickels,Liberty Dimes, a near complete set of Roosevelt Dimes, and acomplete set of Eisenhower Dollars 1971 to 1978-S. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

3065 A Group of U.S. Coin Sets. Consists of: Lincoln Cents 1909 to1940's. Missing 1909-S VDB and 1914-D. Washington QuarterSet 1932 to 1964-D, 83 coins grading Good to XF. Franklin HalfDollar Set 1948 to 1963-D, 35 coins grading VF to Unc. As wellas a Bronze Medal Set of U.S. Presidents in Unc, 42 Medalsplus the White House; Unc. Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 900

3066 A large lot of miscellaneous U.S. Coins. Includes ModernCommemoratives, U.S. Mint and Proof Sets (most not in gov-ernment issued holders). Highlights consists of: Mint Sets -1954 P-D-S (2 sets), 1956-P set, 1959 P-D (2 sets), 1960-1964 (33sets), 1976 3-piece set (3 sets). Proof Sets - 1959, 1961, 1963, 1964(2 sets). Also included are several modern proof sets and somepartial mint and proof sets. Worthy of close inspection. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200

3067 A Large Lot of Mixed Date Mint and Proof Sets. Most of thesets are housed in the original boxes of issue. Includes: ProofSets; 1958 (1), 1963 (1), 1968 (1), 1969 (1), 1970 (1), 1971 (2), 1972(2), 1973 (1), 1974 (1), 1975 (1), 1976 (1), 1977 (1), 1978 (1), 1979(1), 1980 (1), 1981 (1), 1982 (2), 1983 (2), 1984 (2), 1985 (2), 1986(2), 1987 (2), 1988 (2), 1989 (2), 1990 (2), 1991 (2), 1992 (2), 1993(2), 1994 (2), 1995 (1), 1996 (1), 1997 (1), 1998 (1), 1999 (4), 1999Quarters (1), 2000 (2), 2001 (3), 2001 Silver (2), 2002 (1), 2003 (1),2003 Quarters (1), 2004 (1), 2004 Silver (1), 2004 Quarters (1),2005 (1), 2005 Silver (1), 2005 Silver Quarters (2), 2006 (5), 2006Silver (2), 2006 Silver Quarters (1), 2007 14 piece (3), 2007 Sil-ver (1), 2007 Presidential (5), 2007 Quarters (2), 2008 14 piece(3), 2008 Presidential (4). Mint Sets; 1965 SMS (1), 1966 SMS(1), 1967 SMS (1), 1970 (1), 1971 (2), 1972 (2), 1973 (1), 1974 (1),1975 (1), 1976 (1), 1977 (1), 1978 (1), 1979 (1), 1993 (1), 2001 (2),2005 (1), 2006 (3), 2007 (5), 1986 Statue of Liberty 2 piece ProofSet (1), 1999 SBA Mint Set (1), 2006 Silver Eagle 3 piece 20thAnniversary Proof Set (1). Also included are: Non-Govern-ment issue Quarter sets from 1999 to 2005 (19), 2007 Presiden-tial Mint Sets (4), and SBA 9 piece Dollar Unc Set (1). Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700

3068 A lot of BU Quarter Rolls. Consists of:: 1965 (10 rolls), 1965 (37pcs), 1966 (3 rolls), 1967 (1 roll), 1968 (1 roll). All are BrilliantUncirculated. Total face value $159.25. Estimated Value ................................................................ $170 - 190


3069 A lot of BU Roosevelt Dimes. Consists of: 1965 (3 rolls), 1966 (3rolls), 1967 (2 rolls), 1968 (4 rolls), 1969-D (6 rolls). All arechoice Brilliant Uncirculated. Total of $90.00 face value. Estimated Value ................................................................ $110 - 115


3070 A lot of early U.S. Half Dollars. Consists of: 1809, 1811, 1818/7,1855-O, 1856-O, 1856-S, 1860-O, 1861, 1864-S, 1875 and 1877.Coins will grade Abt. Good to Very Good. We note some havebeen cleaned. Lot of 11 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $280 - 300


3071 A lot of Late Date U.S. Mint Product. Consists of: 1983 Olym-pic Prestige Proof Set; 1984 Prestige Proof Set; 1987 PrestigeProof Set; 1987 Consstitution Dollars (5 pcs.); 1985 Proof Sets(5); 1979 Proof Sets (5); 1976, 1977 and 1978 Proof Sets; 1981Mint Sets (5). Also includes some Swiss silver francs. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

3072 A Lot of Miscellaneous U.S. Type Coins. Consists of: 10¢;1910-D, 1911-S, 25¢; 1838 Capped Bust, 50¢; 1860-O, 1861, 1892-O. A total of 6 coins grading VF to XF. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

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3073 A lot of PCGS graded U.S. Coins. Consists of: 1¢ - 1909-VDBMS-64 RB, 1995 Double Die MS-68 Red; 10¢ - 1943-S MS-66FB; 25¢ - 1932 AU-55, 1940 AU-58; 50¢ - 1944 MS-64, 1945 AU-58. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $170 - 200

3074 A lot of U.S. Coin Product as issued by the Mint. Consists of:1976 proof set, 1977 Proof Set, 1979 Proof Sets (3), 1983 6 pieceProof Set, 1984 6 piece Proof Set, 1986 Prestige Proof Set, 2005Westward Journey Proof Set, 1981 Mint Sets (5), 1987 MintSets (5), 2000 P-D Mint Sets (3 ea.), 1980 Mint Sets (5), 1982Proof Sets (5), 1983 Proof Sets (5),2001 Proof Set of State Quar-ters, 2002 Proof Set of State Quarters, 2003 Silver Proof Set,2004 Silver Proof Set, 2003 Wright Bros. Proof Dollar, 2004Lewis & Clark Dollars Proof and Unc (1 ea), 2004 Edison Dol-lar Proof, $10.00 Wisconsin Quarter Rolls P & D mints (1 ea.),2003 P-D $2.00 Nickel Rolls BU (2 ea.). Estimated Value ................................................................ $375 - 400

3075 A lot of U.S. coins. Consists of: 1835 ½¢ Fine 12; 1916 Mercury10¢ MS-60; 1878-S $1.00 MS-60+; 1900-0 $1.00 MS-60+; 1922$1.00 MS-60; Calif gold Tokens (2) in Unc. Lot of 7 coins. Estimated Value .................................................................... $70 - 80

3076 A lot of U.S. Type Coins. Consists of: 1¢ 1861 and 1862; 25¢1831 and 1854 arrows. Coins will grade sharpness of VF, eachcleaned. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

From an old Mayflower Auction The Leo Wexler Collection.

3077 A lot of various U.S. Coins. Consists of: 2 BU 1955 Dime Rollsin original wrappers; 1 BU 1946-S Quarter Roll; 1 1917 50¢ MS-63 cleaned; 1 1945 50¢ MS-65; 1 each 1961, 1962, 1963 50¢Proofs; 5 Proof Roosevelt Dimes; 1 each Proof Cameo coins1964 1¢, 1960 5¢, 1960 10¢ and 1960 25¢; 1 1965 Canada 5¢. Aworthwhile lot. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3078 A miscellaneous collection of U.S. Silver Dollars in an oldtime black holder. Consists of: 9 Morgan Dollars (pre '21); 2Peace Dollars including a 1921; and a 1900 Lafayette Dollar inEF. Balance of coins grade AU-Unc. A worthwhile lot worthy offurther inspection. All housed in an antique black coin holder.Lot of 12 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600


3079 A Miscellaneous lot of small size U.S. Type Coins. Consists of:1¢ 1859; 2¢ 1866; 3¢ silver 1852 and 1859; Half Dime 1861; 10¢1887 and 1921-D. Coins will range from Abt. Good toExtremely Fine. We note some have been cleaned. In addition:1901 Cent MS-60+ and 1862 ½ Dime NGC MS-62. Lot of 9coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 330

3080 A partial Type Set in old time black folders from the SewardEstate. Consists of coins from Flying Eagle cent to 1911 $2.50gold. Includes some world coins too. Mostly circulated and cer-tainly worthy of close inspection. A nice lot of coins. Lot of 29coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550


3081 A U.S. Coin Estate from a Financial Planner. A large U.S.Postal Service-style plastic bin filled with numerous 6 x 9manila envelops containing: Half Cents (2) including an 1834in AU-55, Large Cents (10), Flying Eagle Cents (4), IndianHead Cents (100+), 2¢ pieces (10+), 3¢ silvers (5), 3¢ nickels(40+), Half Dimes (10+), Shield Nickels (10), Liberty Nickels(100+) includes 2 "Racketeer Nickels", Bust Dimes (15), SeatedDimes (50+), Barber Dimes (125+), Seated Liberty Quarters(20), Barber Quarters (125+), Standing Liberty Quarters (50+),Bust Halves (14), Seated Halves (10), Barber Halves (20), Com-memorative Halves (5). We also note a partial BU set of Frank-lin Halves and a BU set of Roosevelt Dimes, in addition to 3 6x 9 manila envelops filled with late date proof coinage 1960thru 1970's.

We urge prospective (and perceptive) bidders to allow enoughtime to carefully examine this worthwhile and interesting offer-ing. Estimated Value ................................................................$2,000-UP

3082 The balance of the Seward Estate of various coin collections.Includes: 3 partial sets of Lincolns 1909 thru 1940's each set islacking the 1909-S VDB and 1914-D; 1 partial set of LibertyNickels; 1 partial set of Buffalo Nickels; 1 partial set of BarberDimes. 1 complete set of Franklin Halves 1948-1953 AU toUnc. A very nice old time collection, mostly housed in antiqueblack folders. Careful study is highly recommended. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600


3083 Collections of U.S. Dimes 1892 to 1954. Consists of: 1892-1916Barber Dimes complete circ. set. Together with: 1916-1945Mercury Dime complete circ set lacking 1916-D, 1942/1 and afew late dates, includes some late dates in Unc. Close inspec-tion is urged prior to bidding. All housed in antique black coinfolders. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,100


3084 Remnants of a Neptune, New Jersey Estate. Consists of a slewof modern and earlier U.S. type coins. Three of the better typecoins are: 1821 Bust Quarter VF-20; 1832 Bust Half VF-30 andan 1876 Seated Half AU-50. Also includes - 13 commemorativehalves all circ.; Mixed date Barber Dimes (52); Seated Quar-ters (4); Seated Halves (4); Barber Halves (9) all circulated.Well worth a close look and easily worth our conservative esti-mate. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

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3085 1880 MINT ERROR. NGC graded MS-64 Red. Broadstruckmint error. Desirable with full copper-red color. Must havebeen snatched out of a roll by an early-day collector intriguedby its unusual appearance. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3086 Large lot of Lincoln Cent ERRORS. An interesting group ofmint errors that should be carefully examined. Lot of 176 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

3087 1913-S. Type 2. MINT ERROR. EF-40. Planchet clip 1-2 o'clock. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3088 1964-D MINT ERROR. PCGS graded MS-64 RB. Struck on a1¢ planchet, 3.1 gr. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3089 1999-D. Delaware MINT ERROR. NGC graded MS-64. Struckon a nickel planchet. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3090 1970-D Washington 25¢ Struck on 10¢ Thickness Stock. NGCgraded Mint Error EF-45. 4.2 Grams. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3091 1973-D 1¢ Obverse Half of 2 Planchets Struck Together. NGCgraded Mint Error MS-63 Red & Brown. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3092 1979 Washington 25¢ Struck on 5¢ Planchet. NGC gradedMint Error MS-65. 5.1 Grams. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3093 1980 1¢ Double Struck. NGC graded Mint Error MS-64 Brown.2nd Flipover 70% O/C. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

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3094 (1980-P) Jefferson 5¢ Struck on 1¢ Planchet. NGC graded MintError MS-62 Red & Brown. 3.08 Grams. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

3095 1989-P Washington 25¢ Struck on 10¢ Thickness Stock. NGCgraded Mint Error MS-61. 4.3 Grams. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3096 N/D Jefferson 5¢ Struck on 1¢ Planchet. NGC graded MintError MS-62 Red & Brown. 3.0 Grams. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3097 N/D Lincoln 1¢ Obverse Struck Through Capped Die. NGCgraded Mint Error MS-64 Red. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3098 N/D Roosevelt 90% Silver 10¢ Obverse 100% Struck Through.NGC graded Mint Error MS-64. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 400

3099 N/D Roosevelt 90% Silver 10¢ Obverse Struck ThroughCapped Die. NGC graded Mint Error MS-65. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

3100 A large lot of U.S. Mint ERRORS. Consists of: Nickels (87);Dimes (27); Quarters (37); Half Dollars (8); Morgan Dollars (3);Peace Dollars (2); Old Type Coins (11). An interesting lot thatcontains many different types of mint errors and we urge care-ful inspection prior to bidding. Lot of 175 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................$1,000-UP

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Fractional Currency

3101 1874, 10¢ Fractional Currency. Fifth Issue, red seal with long,thin key. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-1265. KL-3349. A gor-geous Gem example with broad, even margins and fully origi-nal paper. The colors are as bright and bold as the day the notewas printed. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3102 1874, 25¢ Fractional Currency. Fifth Issue, with short, thickkey in Treasury seal. PCGS New 62. Fr-1309. KL-3352. A soliduncirculated example of this popular fractional type. Estimated Value .................................................................... $40 - 50

3103 1864, 50¢ Fractional Currency. Third Issue, green reverse with-out surcharge, obverse with "a". PMG Choice AU 58EPQ. Fr-1334. KL-3286. A lovely Spinner fractional with just a singlelight fold visible. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3104 Five Fractionals. A nice group of five circulated fractionals,each grading from Fine to XF. Included are: Fr. 1238, 1239 (2)1309s, and a 1379. Lot of 5 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

Broken Bank Notes

3105 Charleston, SC - The Farmers & Exchange Bank of Charleston.$10 PMG Fine 15. This attractive obsolete from South Carolinais pedigreed to the "Mr. Arkansas Collection." Estimated Value .................................................................... $50 - 75

3106 Norwich, NY - Bank of Chenango. $5.00 Nov. 1, 1834 Counter-feit. PCGS Very Fine 20. A nice example of a contemporarycounterfeit version of a note that is otherwise unknown to existin genuine form. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 250

3107 PCGS Graded Obsolete Group. A lovely group of high gradeobsolete notes, all graded by PCGS Currency: Citizens Bank ofLouisiana, New Orleans, LA, $1 18__ Remainder Gem New 65;Citizens Bank of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA, $3 18__ Remain-der Very Choice New 64PPQ; New Orleans Canal & BankingCo., New Orleans, LA, $20 18__ Remainder Very Choice New64; Hagerstown Bank, Hagerstown, MD, $5 18__ RemainderVery Choice New 64PPQ; Hagerstown Bank, Hagerstown, MD$10 18__ Remainder Choice About New 58PPQ; Bank of Amer-ica, Providence, RI, $1 18__ Remainder Very Choice New64PPQ; and Citizens Bank of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA $118__ Remainder Superb Gem New 67PPQ. Lot of 7 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 600

3108 Three Miscellaneous 19th Century Items. A group of three19th Century currency related items, including: 1877 $5 State ofLouisiana "Baby Bond," Choice CU; Carson City, NV SavingsBank check 1877, VF, with a gold coin vignette at right and anelegant eagle vignette at left; and a Canal Bank of New Orleans$20 remainder, LA-105-G34a, RCGS graded Uncirculated62PQ. Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

Legal Tender Notes - Large Size

3109 1917, $1 United States Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-37. KL-24. Amoderately circulated example of the Elliott-Burke signaturecombination. Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 80

3110 1917, $1 United States Note. PCGS Superb Gem New 67PPQ.Fr-39. KL-27. This Fr. number is notorious for tight margins, asthere was very little room between the borders of the notes onthe plates from which these notes were printed. This examplepossesses four stellar margins, and is ideally centered withflawless eye appeal. The colors and embossing suggest pristineoriginality. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,400

3111 1923, $1 United States Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 12. Fr-40.KL-28. The PCGS Currency label notates that this note has beenwashed, and the faded colors and overprint are the unfortunateresult. Estimated Value .................................................................... $70 - 90

3112 1862, $2 United States Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-41.KL-100. As notated by PCGS Currency, there is a tiny edgerepair at the top center of this early Legal deuce. Otherwise thishandsome note is pleasing for the grade and exhibits good eyeappeal overall. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

3113 1917, $2 United States Note. PMG Choice Very Fine 35. Fr-60.KL-120. A sharp, high-end VF example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 150

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3114 1880, $5 United States Note. PMG Very Fine 25. Fr-76. KL-206.This early Woodchopper has vivid colors and excellent eyeappeal for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 450

3115 1907, $5 United States Note. PCGS Choice About New 58PPQ.Fr-88. KL-218. One light fold is the only flaw on this otherwisepristine Woodchopper. It is well centered, boldly embossed,and is likely worth far more than the average "AU." Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3116 1901, $10 United States Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-119. KL-385.Bison notes are ever-popular among collectors, and this salefeatures several nice circulated examples from which to choose.There are no major flaws visible on this attractive example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 700

3117 1901, $10 United States Note. PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20.Fr-120. KL-386. Although there is some light staining and a littleminor edge damage, this Bison isn't bad looking overall andrepresents an excellent opportunity for the budget-consciouscollector. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

3118 1901, $10 United States Note. Mule. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-121. KL-387. A bright, attractive example of this ever-populartype. Although not rare, the Elliott-White signature combina-tion is one of the scarcer Fr. numbers of the design type. This isthe mule variety, with the back of the Elliott-Burke plate notesused for this later issue. Estimated Value ............................................................. $800 - 1,000

3119 1901, $10 United States Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-122. KL-388.The Speelman-White signature combination was the last of theBison notes. There are no rare Fr. numbers in this series,although some are scarcer than others, making it one of themost popular large size designs to collect by signature combina-tion. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 800

3120 1901, $10 United States Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-122. KL-388. Amoderately circulated Bison with good color and body for thegrade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 800

3121 1901, $10 United States Note. PCGS Fine 12. Fr-122. KL-388. Acouple of small stains and some circulation soiling are present,otherwise this Bison note faces up nicely for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

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1880, $50 UNITED STATES NOTE.

3122 1880, $50 United States Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 40. Fr-164. KL-684. This scarce type is usually seen in lowergrades, as most of these high denomination notes are heav-ily worn or damaged. This is a pleasing high grade circu-lated example, with vibrant colors and excellent eye appeal.Although this is by far the most common Fr. number forthe type, it also represents an ideal opportunity for the typenote collector to obtain an example of this seldom-seendesign. Estimated Value ...................................................$7,000 - 9,000

Silver Certificates - Large Size

3123 1891, $1 Silver Certificate. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65EPQ. Fr-223. KL-37. A well margined Martha, this beautiful exampledisplays vivid colors and deeply printed inks. The embossing isbold enough to be seen through the PMG holder. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,750 - 2,250

3124 1896, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20. Fr-224. KL-38. As notated by PCGS Currency, there are some verysmall rust stains that are not overly obtrusive. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3125 1896, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20. Fr-225. KL-39. There is a quarter-inch split in the top edge at thecenter of the note, otherwise this is an exceptional Educationalace for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3126 1899, $1 Silver Certificate. PMG Choice About Uncirculated58EPQ. Fr-234. KL-49. A lovely Black Eagle that just misses amuch higher grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

3127 1899, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Very Fine 35. Fr-236. KL-51.The paper on this Black Eagle is very slightly toned, but the col-ors and inks are bright and bold. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3128 1899, $1 Silver Certificate. Mule. PCGS Very Fine 30. Fr-236.KL-51. This is the mule variety of this signature combination,with the back plate number in the position that is usual for theElliott-White signaure combination that preceded Speelman-White. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 120

3129 1899, $1 Silver Certificate in a beautiful custom frame withbronze plaque. Fr-236. KL-51. Fine. Estimated Value .................................................................. $90 - 100

3130 1923, $1 Silver Certificates. Two Examples. Fr-237. KL-52. TwoFr. 237s, both VF, one with writing removed from the face. Lotof 2 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3131 1923, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-237. KL-52. A gorgeous near-Gem with fully original paper sur-faces and bold embossing. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3132 1923, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Choice About New 58. Fr-237. KL-52. A single light hidden fold is present on this attrac-tive Silver Certificate. Estimated Value .................................................................... $75 - 95

3133 1923, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-238. KL-53. The margins fall just shy of a Gem grade on thislovely original Woods-White example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3134 1896, $2 Silver Certificate. PCGS Good 6. Fr-248. KL-129. Animmenently affordable example of a very popular and heavilycollected type. It has survived the rigors of circulation withoutbeing damaged or mangled. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

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FANTASTIC HOARD OF 14 SUPERB GEM QUALITY 1899, $2 SILVER CERTIFICATES

3135 1899, $2 Silver Certificate. Complete Set of Signatures. Hoard of 14 Superb and Gem Quality Notes. A fantastic group of duces consistingof: Fr-249 S/N A3303612 pp D, PMG Superb Gem Unc. 67 EPQ; Fr-249,S/N 20647932 pp D, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-250 X/NB3895751 pp C, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-251,S/N D60731398 pp B, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-252 S/N E36832604 pp D,PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-253 S/N K12802159 pp C, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-253 S/N E75454907 pp C, PMG SuperbGem Unc 68 EPQ; Fr-254 S/N H88 pp D, PMG Superb Gem Unc EPQ; Fr-255 S/N M13352473 pp A, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-256S/N M66224678 pp B, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-256,S/N N32471542 pp B, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ; Fr-257 S/N N62342297pp A, PMG Gem Unc 66 EPQ; Fr-258 S/N R1804084 pp H, PMG Gem Unc 65 EPQ; Fr-258 S/N N76586846 pp B, PMG Superb Gem Unc 67EPQ. This is a complete signature combination set for this popular type note. Lot of 14 notes. Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$125,000 - 150,000

All Dylan C. Oskey Collection.

3136 1899, $2 Silver Certificate. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-252. KL-133. Apleasing circulated Agricultural deuce. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

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3137 1896, $5 Silver Certificate. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-269. KL-239.This is a lovely, fully original example of a beautiful type that isoften considered the most elegant example of engraving art onU.S. Currency. Bold embossing is still visible throughout, and a"PPQ" designation from PCGS Currency was likely withheldonly because of some light soiling on either side. A beautiful cir-culated Educational Five that should see spirited bidding. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,250 - 2,750

INCREDIBLE COMPLETE SET OF 1899 $5 ONCPAPA NOTES

3138 1899, $5 Silver Certificate. Complete Set of 11 Signatures. All Gem Quality Notes. Consists of the following notes: Fr-271, Fr-272, Fr-273, Fr-274, Fr-275, Fr-276, Fr-277, Fr-278, Fr-279, Fr-280, Fr-281. This is a complete set of signature combinations for the type. Each note is PMGgraded Gem Uncirculated 66 Exceptional Paper Quality.

(The F-276, the rare Napier-Thompson issue, Serial #H18 with courtesy autograph of Thompson per photograph.). Lot of 11 notes. Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$150,000 - 175,000

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3139 1899, $5 Silver Certificate. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-271. KL-241.A solid VF Indian Chief with plenty of body remaining for thegrade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 550

3140 1899, $5 Silver Certificate. PCGS Apparent Fine 12. Fr-271. KL-241. There is a small edge split at the bottom center of this oth-erwise nice Indian Chief. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

3141 1899, $5 Silver Certificate. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-274. KL-244.This Indian Chief $5 has excellent crispness and bright paperand colors for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 700

3142 1923 $1 Silver Certificate and T-40 Confederate $100. Fr-237.KL-52. A nice circulated pair, the Fr. 237 $1 Silver Certificategrading VF-XF and the 1862 $100 T-40 Confederate grading apleasing XF. Lot of 2 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

Coin Notes (Treasury Notes)

3143 1891, $1 Coin Note. PCGS Very Good 10. Fr-350. KL-58. Asolid circulated example that will fill a hole in a type set for thebeginning collector. Estimated Value ................................................................ $140 - 180

3144 1891, $1 Coin Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-351. KL-59. A niceTreasury ace with good body remaining for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 275

National Bank Notes - Large Size

3145 1902, $5 National Bank Note. The Lee NB, Lee, MA. PCGSAbout New 50PPQ. Fr-598. KL-1155. A beautiful, fully originallarge size example with excellent stamped signatures. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 700

3146 1902, $5 National Bank Note. First Wisconsin NB, Milwaukee,WI. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64. Fr-609. KL-1166. A lovelynear-Gem from a bank that is often available in high grades,providing type note collectors with an excellent opportunity. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 650

3147 1902, $5 National Bank Note. Brotherhood Co-Operative NB,Portland, OR. PCGS Very Fine 30. Fr-609. KL-1166. Abrightmid-grade example of this Co-op bank, under its first title ofissue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 450

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3148 1902, $10 National Bank Note. The First NB, Klamath Falls,OR. PCGS Apparent Fine 12. Fr-624. KL-1228. There is someedge damage at the left end of this example, which is one of lessthan 10 large size notes known from this bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 550

3149 1902, $20 National Bank Note. The First NB, St. Joseph, MO.PCGS Gem New 65. Fr-657. KL-1309. A gorgeous Gem withexcellent centering and eye appeal. High grade Nationals arealways in demand from type collectors, and are particularlyappealing when found from locations that are not typicallyencountered such as this example. Issued under this bank's sec-ond title. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 900

3150 1902, $20 National Bank Note. The First NB, Pendleton, OR.PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-660. KL-1312. This bank was one of theearliest chartered in Oregon, issuing First, Second, and ThirdCharter notes as well as small size. This example has faded sig-natures but is otherwise attractive overall. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 600

3151 1902, $100 National Bank Note. First NB in Columbus, OH.PMG Extremely Fine 40. Fr-701. KL-1428. This Third Charter$100 has excellent signatures and bold eye appeal. This bankonly printed $50s and $100s under this title, its third. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,500

Federal Reserve BankNotes - Large size

3152 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PMG About Uncirculated55. Fr-708. KL-61. A lovely, nearly uncirculated example fromthe Boston district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3153 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS About New 50. Fr-715. KL-68. This Philadelphia Ace is pleasing for the grade,although a couple of light folds are noticed by PCGS Currency. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

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3154 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Extremely Fine45PPQ. Fr-728. KL-81. A lovely, fully original example withthree light vertical folds. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3155 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-729. KL-82. A decent circulated example from the Chicago bankthat appears fully original but has a tiny "X" inked in the bottomleft margin. Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 80

3156 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PMG Extremely Fine 40.Fr-737. KL-90. This Kansas City "Spread Eagle" has bright paperand vivid inks. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3157 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 45.Fr-743. KL-96. A pretty San Francisco-issued "Spread Eagle"back with bright paper and good color. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3158 1918, $1 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PMG Choice Fine 15. Fr-744. KL-97. This San Francisco $1 FRBN is pedigreed to theDave Rickey collection. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3159 1918, $2 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Good 4. Fr-780.KL-179. This Battleship deuce is well worn but fully intact, andis ideal for the enthusiast who wishes to compete in the PCGSCurrency Set Registry for "low ball" grades. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3160 1918, $5 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PMG Choice Fine 15. Fr-794. KL-339. Pedigreed to the Rickey Collection, this $5 FRBN isfrom the Chicago district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 275

Federal Reserve Notes - Large Size

3161 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS Apparent Fine12. Fr-832b. A few light rust stains are present, otherwise this isa solid, undamaged example with moderate wear from circula-tion. From the Boston district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3162 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PMG About Uncircu-lated 55EPQ. Fr-837b. This beautiful Red Seal is from theAtlanta district, and has but a single fold. It is well embossed,fully original, and has terrific colors and contrast with brightpaper. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,500

3163 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS Fine 15PPQ.Fr-839a. This Red Seal note from St. Louis is ideal for the grade,with a little light soiling from circulation but with strictly origi-nal paper and bright colors remaining. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

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3164 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Choice About New 58.Fr-851a. Only one light fold traverses through the design of thisNew York $5 Fed. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3165 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Good 6. Fr-861. A muchscarcer note from the Richmond district bank, heavily worn butwith no significant damage or flaws. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3166 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Good 10. Fr-864.Although heavily circulated, this $5 Fed from the Atlanta dis-trict bank escaped any significant damage other than typicalwear during its years spent in the channels of commerce. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3167 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-867a. There is a small edge split at the top center of this Atlanta$5. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3168 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-887a.This Dallas Five retains nearly full crispness and good colorthroughout. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3169 1914, $5 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Fine 12. Fr-890. This SanFrancisco $5 is a pleasing example for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3170 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS ApparentVery Fine 20. Fr-892a. Although the overprint has faded a biton this Red Seal Twenty, it represents a solid example of thisscarce type from the Boston district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3171 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS Fine 12. Fr-893a. A solid Red Seal from the New York district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3172 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS Very Fine 35.Fr-893b. This Red Seal $10 possesses good color and the over-print, which is often faded, is sharp and bold. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 950

3173 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS Very Good 8.Fr-901a. The paper retains surprisingly good body for thegrade, although the red overprint is a little dull and probablyresulted in a slightly lower assigned grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3174 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PMG About Uncirculated 55.Fr-908. A pretty, high grade circulated Fed from the New Yorkbank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3175 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20.Fr-911b. This scarcer bvariety note from the Boston district bankfaces up very nice, but there are a couple of small paper scuffson the back that are noticed by PCGS Currency. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3176 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-918.This Cleveland district Ten is solid for the grade but there are afew hard creases. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3177 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Very Fine 25.Fr-918. Some rust stains are present on both sides, otherwise thepaper is bright and crisp and the colors are bold. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

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3178 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-919b.The scarcer b-type variety from the Cleveland district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3179 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-928. Anattractive Fed from the Chicago district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3180 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-932. Asolid large size Fed from the St. Louis district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3181 1914, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-939. Acrisp $10 Fed from the heavily-collected Minneapolis district. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3182 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Red Seal. PCGS ApparentFine 15. Fr-953b. The right edge has been trimmed on this notein the margin, otherwise it is solid and problem-free. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3183 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-966. Although this note has been washed and the back is discol-ored, as it notated by PCGS Currency on their grading label,this Twenty from the Boston ditrict still faces up rather nicely. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3184 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Fine 12. Fr-967. Pleasingand solid from the grade. From the Boston district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3185 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Very Fine 25. Fr-971a.From the New York district bank. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3186 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Choice Extremely Fine45. Fr-976. From the Cleveland district bank, a lovely high gradecirculated example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3187 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20PPQ. Fr-976. A fully original example with just a bit of soiling from cir-culation but no other flaws. From the Cleveland district bank ofthe Federal Reserve. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3188 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Choice Extremely Fine45. Fr-978. With only a few light folds, this Cleveland $20 looksuncirculated at a glance. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3189 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 25PPQ. Fr-978. A bright Cleveland district Twenty with plenty of crispnessand originality. This note features a portrait of President GroverCleveland, a leader who is underrated by current popular opin-ion but who effectively fought corruption and was widelyadmired in his day. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

3190 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-978. Adecent looking Cleveland Twenty with mild circulation soilingbut no other major flaws. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3191 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-986. PCGS Currency has noted that there are "minor rust stainsin the margins," otherwise this is an attractive example from theAtlanta district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3192 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-988. A mod-erately circulated Fed $20 from the Chicago district bank thathas no significant flaws or defects. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3193 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very 20. Fr-988. A littletypical circulation soiling is present, otherwise there are nomentionable flaws. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3194 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-988. There is a paper clip rust stain on the back of this Chicago$20 Fed, otherwise it faces up quite well. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3195 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Good 10. Fr-988. AChicago $20 that has seen the rigors of circulation without beingoverly mangled. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

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3196 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-991a.From the Chicago district bank, this $20 retains good body andcolor for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3197 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-991a.Crisp and original but with typical circulation soiling present. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3198 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20.Fr-991a. There is a small edge tear at the top right of this Chi-cago $20 Fed. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3199 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-999. A solidexample from the Minneapolis district. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3200 1914, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 30PPQ. Fr-1007. An attractive, fully original example from the Dallas Fed.This $20 is pedigreed to the Dave Rickey Collection. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

3201 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Very Fine 30EPQ. Fr-1030. A lovely, fully original $50 Fed from the New York districtbank. Pleasing, original circulated notes like this are never shortof bidders in any market. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 450

3202 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Good 10. Fr-1042.Well worn but wholly intact and actually quite pleasing for thegrade, this Richmond $50 is from a much scarcer district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

3203 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 35. Fr-1043. ARichmond Fifty with good eye appeal and plenty of crispnessremaining. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3204 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Very Good 10. Fr-1044.Fifties from the Atlanta district bank are difficult to locate. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

3205 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Very Fine 20. Fr-1046.This Atlanta $50 is attractive for the grade and retains muchbody and crispness. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

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3206 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-1060. Although there is a large stain at the top center of thisnote, it represents a seldom-seen opportunity for the budget-conscious collector to obtain an example from the scarcer Kan-sas City district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3207 1914, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-1070. Asolid, attractive, and only modestly circulated example from theSan Fransisco district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

GEM 1914, $100 BILL

3208 1914, $100 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated66EPQ. Fr-1104. A blazing Gem C-note from the Atlantadistrict, this $100 FRN is from a run of high grade examplesthat were saved long ago. Many large size high denomina-tion notes were set aside as bank reserves and never circu-lated, and small runs or packs have luckily survived forcollectors today. Estimated Value ...................................................$4,500 - 6,000

3209 1914, $100 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Fine 12. Fr-1128. Mod-erately circulated as befits the grade, this San Francisco C-notehas no mentionable flaws and is an ideal representative of thedistrict bank, type, or denomination. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3210 1914, $100 Federal Reserve Note. PMG About Uncirculated 53.Fr-1130. A lovely $100 FRN from the San Francisco district. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,500

3211 1914, $100 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Apparent Very Fine25. Fr-1131. As mentioned by PCGS Currency, there is a smallrepaired edge tear at the top right of this San Fransisco $100. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

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Gold Certificates - Large Size

3212 1922, $10 Gold Certificate. CGA Choice Uncirculated 63. Fr-1173. KL-442. This lovely note has typical centering for theissue, but the colors are vibrant and the paper and inks showexcellent contrast. Estimated Value ............................................................. $800 - 1,000

3213 1922, $10 Gold Certificate. PCGS Apparent Fine 15. Fr-1173.KL-442. A few edge splits are present where the hard folds haveseparated the paper. Estimated Value .................................................................. $80 - 100

3214 1906, $20 Gold Certificate. PCGS Extremely Fine 40. Fr-1183.KL-560. A bold example of this issue, with excellent colors andbold inks. There are a few hidden folds but the note looks uncir-culated at a glance. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 800

3215 1906, $20 Gold Certificate. PCGS Extremely Fine 40. Fr-1185.KL-562. Bold colors jump off the paper on this beautiful goldcertificate. A few hidden folds are evident under close scrutiny,but the visual appeal far surpasses the technical grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 850

3216 1922, $20 Gold Certificate. Star Note. PCGS Fine 12. Fr-1187.KL-564. Large Size star notes are scarce on any note, and niceexamples of Gold Certificate stars are difficult to locate. This is anice mid-grade example of the most common $20 available,making it an ideal choice for the budget-conscious collector. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

3217 1922, $20 Gold Certificate. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-1187. KL-564.Large size gold certificates are always popular collector items,and this is an affordable representative for the type. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

Legal Tender Notes (U.S. Notes) - Small Size

3218 1928-D, $5 Legal Tender Note. PCGS Very Choice New64PPQ. Fr-1529. KL-1643. This Red Seal $5 just misses a Gemgrade. The 1928-D series is the scarcest $5 Red Seal, with niceexamples highly sought by collectors. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3219 1966, $100 Legal Tender Note. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.Fr-1550. KL-2745. Fresh, crisp, attractive! Popular $100 "RedSeal" U.S. Note, the last hold-over from the days of the CivilWar greenbacks or Legal Tender notes. When the U.S. Congressstabilized the currency in the late 1870s (finally returning thenation to a gold standard) the supply of Legal Tender notes wasfixed for all time at over $300,000,000. By the 1960s, when this$100 was printed, this denomination comprised the bulk of thevalue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

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3220 1966, $100 Legal Tender Note. PMG About Uncirculated55EPQ. Fr-1550. KL-2745. A pretty, once-folded C-note Red Sealthat is pedigreed to the Rickey collection. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3221 Red Seals. A nice mixture of small size Legal Tender notes fromvarious series and in various grades. Included are 24 $2 notes(one star note), nine $5 notes (one star note), and a single 1966$100 Red Seal in VF. Lot of 34 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Silver Certificates - Small Size

3222 1928-A, $1 Silver Certificate. PCGS Choice New 63PPQ. Fr-1601. KL-1446. An attractive original "Funny Back" Silver Certif-icate from the Y-A block. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3223 1928-A, $1 Silver Certificates. Three Consecutive Examples.Fr-1602. KL-1447. Three consecutive $1 Silver Certificates fromthe D-B block, each graded by PCGS Currency, 63PPQ, 58PPQand 58PPQ respectively. Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................... $50 - 55

3224 1957, $1 Silver Certificate Star Notes. Three Examples. PCGSSuperb Gem 67PPQ. Fr-1619*. KL-1462*. A lovely trio from the*-B block, each graded Superb Gem 67PPQ by PCGS Cur-rency. Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3225 1934-D, $10 Silver Certificate. Wide. PCGS Choice AboutNew 58PPQ. Fr-1705. KL-1970. This $10 Silver Certificate hasbut a single light fold that prevents a higher grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3226 Small Size Silver Certificates. Four small size certificates, allVF: $5 1934, with writing on the back; $10 1934; $10 1934-C; $101953. Lot of 4 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3227 38 Miscellaneous $1 Silver Certificates. 38 various series $1Silver Certificates, from 1935 to 1957B, grading Fine to Uncir-culated. One star note is included. Lot of 38 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 80

3228 1935 to 1935H $1 Silver Certificate Set. One $1 Silver Certificatefrom each of the 1935 and 1935 A through H series, grading XFto Uncirculated. The 1935G series note is of the with motto vari-ety. Lot of 9 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................... $30 - 40

National Bank Notes - Small Size

3229 1929, $5 National Bank Note. The Citizens NB, Baker City,OR. PCGS Apparent Choice About New 58. Fr-1800-1. KL-1170. Only seven small size notes are reported in the Kelly cen-sus from this Baker County bank. This is a high grade note withonly a little light handling and a small ink stain in the top mar-gin, still highly desirable despite the "Apparent" grade fromPCGS Currency. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,500

3230 1929, $10 National Bank Note. The First NB, Pendleton, OR.PCGS Extremely Fine 40PPQ. Fr-1801-1. KL-1243. This bank ismuch scarcer in small size, with only eight surviving examplesdocumented by the Kelly census. This $10 is bright, only lightlyfolded, and is strictly original with bold embossing and terrificeye appeal. Estimated Value ............................................................. $900 - 1,200

3231 1929, $10 National Bank Note. First NB, Corvallis, OR. PCGSFine 15. Fr-1801-1. KL-1243. A solid mid-grade example from apopular college town. The census of survivors from this bankonly numbers a couple dozen small size notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 450

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3232 1929, $10 National Bank Note. The Chase NB, New York, NY.PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-1801-1. KL-1243. This is a boldlyembossed, Gem example from a common New York bank. It isideal for a Gem small size type or state collection. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

3233 1929, $50 National Bank Note. The First NB, Miami, FL. PCGSExtremely Fine 40. Fr-1803-1. KL-1378. A lovely high end circu-lated Fifty from this popular location. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 600

3234 1929, $50 National Bank Note. The Bank of America NA, NewYork, NY. PCGS Apparent Fine 12. Fr-1803-1. KL-1378. Thereis a small edge tear at the top center of this Fifty which bearsserial number F000015A. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

Federal Reserve BankNotes - Small Size

3235 1929, $20 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PMG Choice ExtremelyFine 45. Fr-1870-B. KL-2263. From the New York district bank. Estimated Value .................................................................... $60 - 80

3236 1929, $50 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Extremely Fine40PPQ. Fr-1880-D. KL-2527. This is a beautiful, lightly circu-lated $50 from the Cleveland district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3237 1929, $100 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Choice AboutNew 58PPQ. Fr-1890-B. KL-2749. This is a perfectly originalexample with a single light fold. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3238 1929, $100 Federal Reserve Bank Note. PCGS Choice AboutNew 55. Fr-1890-G. KL-2754. This lightly circulated FRBN Fiftyis from the Chicago district bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3239 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Notes. Nine 1929 FRBns, gradingfrom VG to XF: two $5 Kansas City; $10 New York; $10 KansasCity; two $20 Chicago; two $50 Cleveland; $50 San Francisco.Lot of 9 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3240 1929 $20 Federal Reserve Bank Note District Set of Twelve. Fr-1870-A. KL-2262. One $20 FRBN from each of the 12 districtbanks, grading Fine to VF. The scarce Dallas note is a solid,problem-free example. Lot of 12 notes. Estimated Value ............................................................. $800 - 1,000

Federal Reserve Notes - Small Size

3241 1963, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Kansas City. Original Pack of100. Fr-1900-J. Consecutively numbered from J01537001A. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500

3242 1963-A, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Richmond. Original Pack of100. Fr-1901-E. Consecutively numbered from E98308801B. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3243 1963-A, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Chicago. Original Pack of100. Fr-1901-G. Consecutively numbered from G81960301D. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3244 1963-A, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Dallas. Original Pack of 100.Fr-1901-K. Consecutively numbered from K68985301C. In origi-nal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3245 1963-B, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Kansas City. Original Packof 100. Fr-1902-J. Signatures of Granahan and Joseph Barr.Consecutively numbered from J21921201C. In original wrapper.Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

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3246 1969, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Atlanta. Original Pack of 100Star Notes. Fr-1903-F*. Consecutively numbered fromF00924701*. In original wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice CrispUncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 700

3247 1969, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Dallas. Original Pack of 100Star Notes. Fr-1903-K*. Consecutively numbered fromK04873401*. In original wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice CrispUncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 900

3248 1969-A, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Atlanta. Original Pack of 100Star Notes. Fr-1904-F*. Consecutively numberedfromF09014001*. In original wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. ChoiceCrisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

3249 1969-C, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Richmond. Original Pack of100. Fr-1906-E. Consecutively numbered from E85580601B. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 600

3250 1969-D, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Richmond. Original Pack of100. Fr-1907-E. Consecutively numbered from E44465801A. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3251 1969-D, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Richmond. Original Pack of100. Fr-1907-E. Consecutively numbered from E87105201C. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

3252 1969-D, $1 Federal Reserve Note. Chicago. Original Pack of100. Fr-1907-G. Consecutively numbered from G32726801D. Inoriginal wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice Crisp Uncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

3253 1999, $1 Federal Reserve Note. San Francisco. Original Pack of100 Star Notes. Fr-1924-L*. Consecutively numbered fromL17269301*. In original wrapper. Lot of 100 notes. Choice CrispUncirculated. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

3254 2003A, $1 Federal Reserve Star Notes. Pack of 100 Consecu-tive. Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Fr-1930-B*. A lovely pack of starnote Aces from the New York district bank. Lot of 100 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

3255 2003A $1 FRN District Set. Fr-1930-A. A set of 12 $1 FederalReserve Notes, one from each district bank, each grading GemUncirculated.Each of the notes has serial numbers ending in -23. Lot of 12 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3256 2003 FW, $2 Federal Reserve Star Notes. District Set of 12.Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Fr-1938. Lot of 12 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 350

3257 1976, $2 Federal Reserve Notes. Pack of 100 Consecutive.Choice-Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Fr-1935-F. Pack of 100 consec-utive $2s from the Atlanta bank. Lot of 100 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 450

3258 2003, $2 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Superb Gem Uncircu-lated 67EPQ. Fr-1937-I. A lovely Gem Minneapolis deuce. Estimated Value .................................................................... $20 - 30

3259 2003, $2 Federal Reserve Notes. 100 Consecutive. Gem CrispUncirculated. Fr-1937-I. A lovely pack of 100 deuces from theMinneapolis district bank. Lot of 100 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

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100 GEM UNC $5 NOTES

3260 2006, $5 Federal Reserve Notes. Brick of 1,000 Consecu-tive. Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Fr-1993-B. A lovely brick of1,000 Gem Uncirculated notes, as fresh as if from the Fedyesterday. This is the new colorized version of the $5 bill, adesign that has quickly become a favorite among collectors.Serial numbers begin with IB18395001B. Lot of 1000 notes. Estimated Value ...................................................$6,000 - 7,000

3261 2001, $5 Federal Reserve Star Notes. Pack of 100 Consecutive.Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Fr-1988-L*. A lovely pack of Gem toSuperb Gem quality star note Fives from the San Francisco dis-trict bank. Lot of 100 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 900

3262 2003, $5 Federal Reserve Notes. Two Consecutive Star Notes.PCGS Superb Gem New 68PPQ. Fr-1990-L*. This beautifulpair of star notes is from the San Francisco district bank. Lot of 2notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

3263 2006, $5 Federal Reserve Notes. Two Consecutive Star Notes.PCGS Superb Gem New 69PPQ. Fr-1993-A*. A lovely run oftwo consecutive star notes from the new colorized series, eachgrading 69PPQ. Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 750

3264 1950-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated65EPQ. Fr-2011-H. A stunning St. Louis Gem. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3265 1950-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated65EPQ. Fr-2011-H. A lovely $10 Fed from the St. Louis district,well centered and boldly embossed. Estimated Value .................................................................. $80 - 100

3266 2004-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Superb Gem New69PPQ. Fr-2039-L. A nearly flawless example from the SanFrancisco Federal Reserve Bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 300

3267 2004-A, $10 Federal Reserve Notes. Three Examples. Fr-2039-A*. Three examples of this modern star note from the Bostondistrict bank, all graded by PMG: two 66EPQS and a 67EPQ.Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 150

3268 1934-C, $20 Federal Reserve Note. New Back. PCGS Gem New65PPQ. Fr-2057-C. This lovely Twenty is a Gem in all respects.It has the new back plate design with balconies added to theWhite House. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 150

3269 1934-C, $20 Federal Reserve Note. New Back. PCGS VeryChoice New 64PPQ. Fr-2057-C. A beautiful near-Gem from thePhiladephia district. Estimated Value .................................................................. $80 - 100

3270 2004-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Superb Gem New67PPQ. Fr-2091-A*. A lovely star note example with broad mar-gins and excellent centering. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3271 1934, $50 Federal Reserve Note. Dark Green Seal. PCGAExtremely Fine 45. Fr-2102-G. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3272 1996, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Superb Gem Uncircu-lated 67. Fr-2126-L*. This star note Fifty is of the "Big Head"design and is from the San Francisco bank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

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3273 1928-A, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Dark Green Seal. PCGSAbout New 50PPQ. Fr-2151-G. Lightly circulated but fully orig-inal. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3274 1928-A, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Dark Green Seal. PCGSChoice About New 55. Fr-2151-G. From the Chicago districtbank. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3275 1934, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Dark Green Seal. PCGSChoice About New 58PPQ. Fr-2152-G. This C-note from Chi-cago just misses a higher grade because of a single light fold. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3276 1934-A, $100 Federal Reserve Notes. Mule. Three ConsecutiveExamples. Fr-2153-B. A nice run of three consecutive $100sfrom the New York bank, all graded by PCGS Currency:55PPQ, 55PPQ, and 58PPQ. Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 700

3277 1934-A, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Mule. PCGS About New50PPQ. Fr-2153-J. This Kansas City $100 is of the mule variety,with the back plate number having a different size than the faceplate number. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3278 1934-A, $500 Federal Reserve Note. Mule. PCGS Very Fine 25.Fr-2202-H. A solid circulated St. Louis Five Hundred. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 850

3279 1934, $1000 Federal Reserve Note. Light Green Seal. PCGSChoice About New 58. Fr-2211-C. A low serial numberedexample of the LGS variety from the Philadelphia district bank,bearing serial number C00000726A. There is a single light hid-den fold that prevents a higher grade. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,250 - 2,750

3280 1934, $1000 Federal Reserve Note. Mule. PMG Fine 12. Fr-2211-L. A circulated $1,000 from the San Francisco district. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,600

3281 1934-A, $1000 Federal Reserve Note. Fr-2212-G. FRB of Chi-cago. We note a trace of a bank stamp near the right obverseseal. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,900

3282 Modern $1 FRN Group. This group of $1 Federal ReserveNotes includes: 2003A with serial number E10550551G, VF;2001 F* and G*, both Superb Gem CU; 25 consecutive 2003AB*, Gem CU; and 75 consecutive 2003A FW J*, Gem CU. Lot of103 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $175 - 225

3283 2006 Colorized $5 Federal Reserve Notes. A nice run of mostlyconsecutive 2006 $5 Frns from the New York district bank,mostly Gem to Superb Gem CU but with a couple that havehandling and would grade Choice AU. A few are likely candi-dates for high grades at one of the grading services. Lot of 22notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

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3284 2003A $1 Federal Reserve Note District Set. One note fromeach of the 12 district banks, each Gem Crisp Uncirculated andeach bearing serial numbers that end in the last two digits -21.Lot of 12 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 150

3285 $2 Federal Reserve Note Group Lot. 29 various $2 Frns, includ-ing several star notes, a 1995 $2 BEP F-star Independence pack,and four First Day of Issue stamped and postmarked notes. Lotof 29 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................. $75 - 100

3286 Two Superb Gem $5 Federal Reserve Notes. Two $5 Star notes,both Superb Gem CU: 1999 FW F-* block; 2003 FW L-* block.Lot of 2 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................... $30 - 40

3287 1963-B $1 Federal Reserve Note District Set. Fr-1902. One notefrom each of the five district banks that issued "Barr" notes,grading Choice to Gem Crisp Uncirculated. Lot of 5 notes. Estimated Value .................................................................... $40 - 60

3288 1963-B $1 Federal Reserve Note District Sets. Fr-1902. Three"Barr" note district sets, all grading Choice to Gem CU. Lot of15 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 150

3289 1976 $2 Federal Reserve Note District Set. Fr-1935-A. One ofeach note from the 12 different Federal Reserve district banks,each grading Choice to Gem CU. Lot of 12 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3290 1928 $50 Federal Reserve Notes. Fr-2100-A. Five numbered seal$50 FRns, grading VG to VF, including four from the Clevelanddistrict and one from Chicago. Lot of 5 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 450

3291 1928-A $100 Federal Reserve Notes. Fr-2151-G. A nice pair oforiginal XF notes, one each from the Chicago and St. Louis dis-trict banks. Lot of 2 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

World War II Emergency Notes

3292 1935-A, $1 World War II Emergency Note. Hawaii Star Note.PCGS Very Fine 30. Fr-2300*. KL-1609*. An attractive exampleof a replacement note from this emergency issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 700

3293 1935-A, $1 World War II Emergency Note. Hawaii. PCGSSuperb Gem New 67PPQ. Fr-2300. KL-1609. This immaculateSuperb Gem has outstanding centering, superb embossing, andall the eye appeal that one would expect for the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 700

3294 1935-A, $1 World War II Emergency Note. North Africa. PMGChoice Uncirculated 63EPQ. Fr-2306. KL-1610. Estimated Value ................................................................ $120 - 150

3295 1934-A, $10 World War II Emergency Note. Star Note. PCGSFine 12. Fr-2309*. KL-2260*. Most surviving star note examplesof this issue are in the VG-VF range, putting this piece in theaffordable range for most collectors. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3296 1934-A, $10 World War II Emergency Note. North Africa.PCGS Very Fine 35PPQ. Fr-2309. KL-2260. A lovely $10 NorthAfrica with strictly original paper surfaces and the eye appealof a higher grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 125

3297 1934-A, $10 World War II Emergency Note. North Africa.Apparent About New 50. Fr-2309. KL-2260. There are a coupleof stains on both sides of this North Africa $10, but the overallappeal is not unpleasant. Estimated Value .................................................................... $70 - 90

3298 Hawaiis and North Africans. A nice group of circulated WWIIemergency notes, all grading from Fine to VF: $1 1935A HawaiiSilver Certificate; $10 1934A Hawaii Federal Reserve Note (3)$20 1934A Federal Reserve Notes (2) $5 1934A North AfricaSilver Certificates; and a $10 1934A North Africa Silver Certif-icate. Lot of 8 notes. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 400

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Gold Certificates - Small Size

3299 1928, $10 Gold Certificate. PCGS Very Fine 30PPQ. Fr-2400.KL-1963. A lovely, fully original circulated mid-grade example. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 200

3300 1928, $10 Gold Certificate. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-2400. KL-1963. Bold orange-gold overprint. Estimated Value ................................................................ $125 - 175

3301 1928, $20 Gold Certificate. PCGS Extremely Fine 40. Fr-2402.KL-2261. The bright orange-gold overprint on this Twenty pro-vides outstanding contrast to the bright paper. Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 275

3302 1928, $50 Gold Certificate. PMG Choice Very Fine 35. Fr-2404.KL-2525. This Gold Fifty has good eye appeal and bright colorsfor the grade. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 650

Military Payment Certificates

3303 MPC $1 Series 692. PCGS Superb Gem New 68PPQ. A pris-tine, almost perfectly centered example of this beautiful Mili-tary issue. PCGS Currency has graded only three examples in68PPQ, with none finer to date. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 500

Miscellaneous

3304 The Wexler holding of U.S. and World Paper Money. Consistsof: Large Size $5.00 note series of 1914 in Fair (1); $1.00 1957Silver Certs CU notes (10); $1.00 Silver Cert used (2); $2.00 RedSeals most consecutively numbered and some with stars (49);$2.00 Red Seals notes used (13); $2.00 1976 CU consecutivelynumbered notes (15); $2.00 1995 notes used (3); $5.00 1953-ACU consecutively numbered notes (3); $5.00 Small Size usednotes (5); $10.00 1934-A CU (1); $10.00 1928 Fed. Res. Chicagoused note (1); $10.00 Small Size used notes (3); $20.00 SmallSize used notes (4); World Notes (10), some miscel U.S. post-age. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 500


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LOVELY TONED GOBRECHT DOLLAR

3305 1836 Pattern Dollar. Silver, plain edge. Judd-60. Pollock-65. PCGS graded Proof 61 Original Coin Alignment. Lovely golden toning withsome blue colors. Popular C. Gobrecht Dollar. Both sides display the typical "look" for this rare 1836 delivery: smoothly mirrorlike Proof sur-faces, rolling sparkle effects from light striking it at different angles, and boldly struck devices. In fact, the strike is strong, with clear defini-tion to the high points such as the hair waves and shoulder clasp, the shield lines and drapery folds, and, on the reverse, the starry field alongwith the eagle's pleasurable display of feathery plumage. The toning hits us right as well, thereby increasing the beauty immensely. The oneshould fetch a very high bid for its perfect combination of nice quality and aesthetic appeal. Pop 20; 71 finer; 35 in 62; 23 in 63; 13 in 64.(PCGS # 11225) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$17,000 - 20,000

PROOF 1839 GOBRECHT DOLLAR

3306 1839 Pattern Dollar. Silver, reeded edge. Judd-104. Pollock-116. PCGS graded Proof 61 Rarity-3. Nice fully brilliant example with a touch ofgold toning on the obverse. Both sides display the typical "look" for this rare 1836 delivery: smoothly mirrorlike Proof surfaces, rolling sparkleeffects from light striking it at different angles when the viewer revolves it on its horizontal and vertical axes -- and best of all, boldly struckdevices. In fact, the strike is strong, with clear definition to the high points such as the hair waves and shoulder clasp, the shield lines anddrapery folds, and, on the reverse, the starry field along with the eagle's pleasurable display of feathery plumage. The toning hits us right aswell, thereby increasing the beauty immensely. The one should fetch a very high bid for its perfect combination of nice quality and aestheticappeal. Pop 5; 31 finer; 5 in 62; 17 in 63; 8 in 64; 1 in 65. (PCGS # 11446)

A colorful character: in 1839, the year this Gobrecht dollar was minted, the first woman horse thief in America published her confessions.Josephine Amelia Perkins, born and raised in England, stole her first horse from her own father for her elopement. Eventually she came toAmerica completely broke, and continued her career of horse-stealing. She herself admitted to being "4 times detected, twice pardoned onaccount of my sex, once for reasons of supposed insanity, and the 4th and last time, convicted and sentenced to 2 years imprisonment in Mad-ison County jail, Kentucky." (The report doesn't state whether or not she ever ran for Congress.). Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$22,000 - 25,000

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3307 1854 Pattern Cent. Bronze, plain edge. Judd-161 Original. Pol-lock-187. Proof 63 Brown. In an old green holder. A popular,readily affordable Type. In the 1830s through 1860s, the govern-ment slowly reduced the weight of the one-cent piece. This wasdone in stages. Collectors of the regular series are familiar withthe last Large Cents, the first Copper-nickel and then Bronzecents. But few have ever encountered the intermediate 1854-55Pattern Types, of which this is a very appealing, choice exam-ple! The Judd-161 "Originals" weigh 96 grains. The later post-1864 Bronze Indian cents, struck ten years after this unadoptedPattern issue, are exactly half that, at 48 grains. Pop 32; 54 finer. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,400

GEM PROOF 1858 PATTERN

3308 1858 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. Judd-202.Pollock-245. PCGS graded Proof 65. Small eagle with lau-rel wreath reverse. A sharply struck gem in every respect.The fields are reflective and the surfaces are flawless. Nospots, stains, or marks. The fields display fine diagonal diepolishing lines from careful die preparation but no hair-lines or signs of contact. Light golden tan with a hint of sil-very steel overtone on the left side of the obverse. Anoutstanding example of the Small Eagle/Laurel Wreathcombination pattern small cent. Pop 7; 1 finer in 66. Estimated Value ...................................................$7,500 - 8,000

3309 1864 Pattern Half Dime. Copper, plain edge. Judd-378. Pol-lock-446. Low Rarity 7. PCGS "Genuine" Proof. Our Grade isProof 60+. Probably cleaned long ago, still quite pleasing as oneof the rare off-metal Patterns of this design. Copper pieces werestruck from the regular Proof dies either to test the dies, or pos-sibly as favors to coin collectors, a steady practice at the U.S.Mint since time immemorial. (PCGS # 60549) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 700


1866 PATTERN FIVE CENTS.

3310 1866 Pattern Five Cents. Copper, plain edge. Judd-498.Pollock-584 High Rarity 7. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red &Brown. An attractive example of this extremely elusiveJudd variety. The only other example we have records of ashaving sold was the Proof 65RB specimen nearly fifteenyears ago in a 1996 Heritage sale. We look forward to see-ing the eager light of ownership glowing in the face of thesuccessful bidder on this Pattern coin as he perceives thecatch in what he has taken for a prized rarity! Pop 1; 1 finerin 65RB. Only two examples graded at PCGS. (PCGS #70694)

Historic note: 1866 was a most prolific year in the Mint'sproduction of Pattern five-cent pieces. The newly autho-rized 5-gram weight coin to be made of nickel-copper alloysaw James B. Longacre working long hours as he created avariety of obverses and reverses for the proposed newissue. Judd-498 has a shield type similar to the regularissue, but the motto in smaller letters while the ball at thebottom divides the date 18-66. This is paired with the to-be-adoped With Rays regular die as found on the 1866-67 nick-els of that variety. Copper (J-498) and bronze (J-499) pieceswere struck, according to mint records. Estimated Value ...................................................$4,000 - 5,000

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1867 PATTERN FIVE CENTS IN ALUMINUM

3311 1867 Pattern Five Cents. Aluminum, reeded edge. Judd-562. Pollock-623 Low Rarity 7. PCGS graded Proof 64Cameo. A gorgeous example of this scarce variety. Lon-gacre's Indian Princess portrait majestically graces theobverse and the reverse depiction is quite impressive aswell. A coin that will fullfil the dearest wish of theadvanced Patterns collector. In addition to the nearly pris-tine state of the fields and lovely cameo devices, we add animportant "what's more" to the mix, Pop 1; none finer atPCGS. The only example graded at the service. Estimated Value ...................................................$4,000 - 5,000

1878 PATTERN HALF EAGLE. COPPER GILT

3312 1878 Pattern Half Eagle. Copper Gilt. NGC graded Proof 63 Low Rarity 7. Obverse: An enlarged version of the head on the copper $2.50 (J-1567): Head of Liberty by George T. Morgan, signed with an incuse M on neck truncation. She is shown facing to the left, with abundant hairdone in waves, tied at a bun in the back, and with tresses falling down behind her neck. She has two ribbons, one of which is inscribed LIB-ERTY and touches her forehead, the other of which contains a symmetrical leaf pattern. The inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM is around theborder, and the date 1878 is below, the latter curved to match the border.

Reverse Design: The reverse design is also similar to that used on quarter eagle, but here in enlarged form and with inscriptions relating tothe half eagle. What differentiates Judd-1568a from Judd-1568 is that it is from a different die with no pellets between the legend and denom-ination. First identified by Harry Bass.

From the Bass sale description: "A splendid specimen, and a rarity as well. Perhaps a dozen examples can be accounted for.

"Technical Aspects: Weight: 70.7 grains. Diameter: 25.4 mm. Die alignment: 180×. Die notes: The reverse die does not represent the same dieas P-1758 [J-1568] with periods added but, instead, is a different die, with some different characteristics of alignment, etc. (evident, for exam-ple, at the LL of DOLLARS) which on the present piece are parallel at the bottom, but which on the preceding piece the second L is tilted left;other differences could be described. The reason for having two similar dies is not known.

"Harry W. Bass, Jr. Notes: This variety, without pellets, was unidentified by Judd in his reference. The discovery is credited to Harry Bass."Pop 1; The only example graded at NGC Non Cameo. Estimated Value .................................................................................................................................................................................................$8,000 - 10,000

Ex: Bass Collection Lot 1156; earlier in Stack's sale of the DiBello Collection, May 14, 1970, Lot 488..

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3313 1879 Pattern Metric Dollar. Silver, reeded edge. Judd-1617.Pollock-1813. Proof 64. Rarity 4. Natural russet and slight iri-descent toning on both sides. The Liberty Head design by Wil-liam Barber (with possible assistance of his son Charles), a nearlook-alike to the 1877 $50 patterns (Judd-1546), with large headfacing left, wearing a coronet with LIBERTY in raised letters,hair curls down the back of the neck. E PLURIBUS UNUMabove, with stars seven left and six right, with the date below.The reverse consists of a wreath of cotton and wheat, with innercircle of dots enclosing 895.8 S. / 4.2--G. / 100--C. / 25 GRAMS.On the reverse, as in the $4 Stellas, the Latin motto present isDEO EST GLORIA ("God is glory/To God be the glory") in acartouche, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONEDOLLAR at the rim. Said to be struck in Hubbell's goloid com-position with a reeded edge. Pop 11; 8 in 65, 1 in 66. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,500 - 3,000

$1 Liberty

CHOICE UNC 1853-C $1.00 GOLD

3314 1853-C. NGC graded MS-63. Boldly struck on slightlygranular surfaces. Plenty of mint luster remains. Only11,1515 minted. The strike on both sides of this coin is typi-cal of the issue. There is some softness of detail on theobverse over Liberty's brow and on top of the hair curls;rim dentils are nearly all missing; and on the reverse overthe 18 in the date and the second L in DOLLAR, with simi-lar lack of detail in the dentils. There is a short horizontaldistraction through the 1 of the denomination and a tinymark on the rim above E in STATES; a small pit by the low-est star. Extensive luster everywhere. Truly exceptional forthe issue, which tends to come circulated, and in the realmof surface preservation it has very few peers (see the popu-lation figures below). The fields are frosty, not prooflike -- afeature that suggests it was struck later in the die's life.Vivid-gold color flows over both sides. Pop 13; 3 in 64, 1 in65. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder. (PCGS # 7522) Estimated Value ...................................................$5,000 - 6,000

3315 1854 Type 1. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Well struck and cer-tainly appears to be fully Mint State thus our Premium Qualitydesignation. (PCGS # 7525) Estimated Value ................................................................ $225 - 250


$1 Indian

3316 1854 Type 2. PCGS graded AU-55. Both sides display attractivegolden hues. The obverse tones are more intense while thereverse coloration is more subdued. (PCGS # 7531) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

3317 1854 Type 2. Sharpness of AU-50. Cleaned with some lightmarks. Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300

Ex Mayflower Auction in the 1960's The Leo Wexler Collection.

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NEAR GEM 1855 GOLD DOLLAR

3318 1855. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. Lovely light gold toning onboth sides. A well struck coin. Likely an carefully madestrike from fresh dies, judging from the details. The sur-faces are satin gold and virtually gem quality in their origi-nality. Regarding this date, the clearest details are foundthroughout the hair curls and feathers of the headdress,areas which sometimes (too many times?) are seen weak.The fine detail also encompassing the key centers on thereverse which are much clearer than most as noted in wordDOLLAR and in the 1855. Surfaces almost entirely freefrom contact marks, so definitely a coin that rests at the topend of its grade class!

For the Type 2 pieces of 1854-56, the chief engraver at themint, James Longacre, altered the gold dollar's resemblanceto the double eagle when he utilized his replica of the mar-ble Venus Accroupie from the three dollar gold piece. Thewreath of corn, cotton, maple, and tobacco that Longacrewould in due course immortalize on the Flying Eagle centalso made the move from the three dollar gold piece to thenew Type 2 gold dollar. Pop 209; 54 finer; 37 in 65; 13 in 66;4 in 67. (PCGS # 7532) Estimated Value ...............................................$10,000 - 11,000

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A REMARKABLE AND VERY RARE 1855-D $1 GOLD INDIAN

3319 1855-D. NGC graded MS-64. Well struck with a bold date and mint mark. Light clash marks on both sides as made and a touch of softness onthe uppermost forehead curls. The luster is intense with traces of reflectiveness here and there. The rarest by far of all type two gold dollars.

Perhaps surprisingly for an issue with such a limited original mintage, the 1855-D was struck using two die marriages. The present Winter 7-I example (second 5 in date centered beneath A in DOLLAR) is one of the finest-known examples of both varieties, and it is an absolutelystunning representative. The '55-D typically displays varying degrees of striking irregularity in the center of the reverse that affects several ofthe letters in DOLLAR and the digits in the date. On this piece, however, one will see a sharply executed reverse strike that qualifies this pieceas a Full Date example as defined by Doug Winter. In the 2003 book Gold Coins of the Dahlonega Mint: 1838-1861, the author states,

"Among specialists, full date 1855-D gold dollars trade for a strong premium; in some cases as much as thirty to fifty percent above the pricelevel for a coin with a typical weak date."

The obverse impression is overall bold, and both sides possess pleasing color that blends orange-gold and green-gold shades. With satinysurface texture and a noteworthy lack of grade-limiting abrasions, this beautiful near-Gem comes highly recommended for both the Southerngold specialist and the advanced numismatic investor.

As the only Type 2 gold dollar from the Dahlonega Mint, the 1855-D is an understandably popular coin among collectors. It is also a very rareissue, the original mintage being a mere 1,811 pieces and the total number of survivors probably numbering no more than 70-80 distinctexamples. Conditionally rare starting at the Choice EF grade level, Condition Census begins in AU55. The 1855-D is the overall rarestDahlonega Mint gold dollar after only the 1861-D, and it is prime condition rarity in the D-mint portion of this series.

Supposedly because it was smaller and thicker than should have been, Mint Director Colonel James Ross Snowden ordered the gold dollarredesigned in 1854 to accomodate an increase in diameter to 15 millimeters. Although Chief Engraver Longacre dutifully carried out thisrequest, his work caused striking problems on this occasion. His Type 2 designs were difficult to strike and wore down rapidly in circulation.These deficiencies affected all issues of this type, and they resulted in its replacement by the Type 3 pieces in 1856 (1857 for the San FranciscoMint).

Due to its brevity, there are only six issues in the Type 2 gold dollar series: 1854, 1855, 1855-C, 1855-D, 1855-O, and 1856-S. The '55-D is by farthe rarest, followed by the '55-C, '56-S and '55-O. Even the "common" 1854 and 1855 are relatively scarce coins in an absolute sense that arequite rare in Mint State from a market availability standpoint.

The true origins of the gold dollar as a denomination lie in John Marshall's discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848. Although a coin of thisface value had been proposed on several occasions in the past, and the Bechtlers actually struck examples in North Carolina beginning in the1830s, Congress did not authorize the United States Mint to produce gold dollars until March 3, 1849. The primary reason Congress finallyrelented in that year was because the immense quantities of gold being mined in California forced silver coins out of circulation. Since fewpeople in the United States of the late 1840s/early 1850s placed much trust in paper currency, the gold dollar was seen a logical replacementfor the now-absent silver coinage in commercial channels.

This denomination remained in production from 1849-1889, during which time it appeared in three distinct types. The abolition of the golddollar was included as part of the Mint Act of September 25, 1890, and it probably resulted from the (by then) long-established unpopularityof the denomination as a circulating medium of exchange. Many issues in this series are scarce, if not rare, chief among which are the 1849-COpen Wreath, 1855-D, 1856-D and 1861-D. Pop 3; none finer. Tied for finest graded at either service. (PCGS # 7534) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$70,000 - 80,000

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3320 1856. Upright 5. NGC graded MS-63. Frosty and toned. Choiceluster across radiant surfaces. During the 1850s, the most out-standing gold dollar varieties include different date logotypes:slanting 5s for 1854 and 1855; upright and slanting 5s for 1856. Itis said that engraver Longacre had a partiality to slanting 5s.(PCGS # 7541) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

3321 1856. Slanting 5. PCGS graded MS-64. Attractive light goldentoning adds to its appeal. In an old green label holder. Choice,high grade examples of MS64 quality are rarely offered. In 1856the Mints switched to gold dollars with this design, becauseMint Director Col. James Ross Snowden grew dissatisfied withthe Type Two format introduced only two years before. Thenew motifs did the trick, and this type continued until the endof the series in 1889. The P-mints from the 1850s and early 1860sare the best made among the Type Three gold dollars, with thepresent example being an excellent representative of both thedate, date-style and the Type. Pop 68; 13 in 65, 7 in 66, 2 in 67, 2in 68. (PCGS # 7540) Estimated Value ................................................................ $850 - 900

3322 1859. NGC graded MS-63. Frosty and untoned. Clearly supe-rior to the majority of Uncirculated pieces, this attractive fresh-golden example has only a few well scattered blemishes on theface and in the field and benefits from the high production stan-dards employed by the Philadelphia Mint during this period.Struck from lightly clashed dies. (PCGS # 7551) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 625

3323 1860. PCGS graded AU-58. One of 36,514 coins struck. Lovelygolden-orange toning. A few stray marks on cheek and belowthe bust. The 6 is almost closed and looks like an 8. The firsttime we sent this coin in to PCGS they called it an 1880. Perhapsa new variety. (PCGS # 7555) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220


3324 1862. PCGS graded AU-58. Lightly toned with natural lustercovering the surface of both sides. (PCGS # 7560) Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220


3325 1874. PCGS graded MS-63. Lightly toned with semi reflectivesurfaces. Full detail to LIBERTY on the headband (often foundweak on 1874 gold dollars). The somewhat prooflike field is abonus every bidder will recognize at once since these tend to befrosty rather than prooflike. (PCGS # 7575) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650


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$2.50 Capped Bust

HIGHLY IMPORTANT 1796 NO STARS $2.50

3326 1796. No stars on obverse. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. The more "plentiful" of the two die varities for the type, if such a word is appropriate forthis prestigious numismatic gold coin. Well struck on a mostly problem-free planchet. We note a few very minor hairline adjustment marks inthe unprotected right obverse field and these are well concealed by the lovely rich natural golden toning. The reverse is brilliant and semiprooflike. A Premium Quality coin for the given grade.

It is believed -- based upon estimates by Walter Breen -- that only 963 examples were struck of the first quarter eagle. Interestingly, these wereof a one-off design, a motif that would be discontinued after these 963 coins left the press. Within this small population there are two die vari-eties -- two different reverse dies differing from each other only by minute details.

Believed to have been designed by Robert Scot, the 1796 quarter eagle features the capped head ("bust") of Liberty facing right. The field isplain, framed only by a low raised rim, with the date 1796 below the bust.

The reverse is of the Large or Heraldic Eagle design similar to the one used on all gold and silver denominations of the period. It was adaptedfrom the Great Seal of the United States. The main motif depicts an eagle with a shield on its breast, holding an olive branch and arrows in itsclaws, and in its beak a ribbon inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM. An array of stars lies above, with clouds forming an arc from one wing to theother. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds. There is no mark indicating the denomination.

Of the 963 pieces believed to have been minted, it has been estimated by David Akers, a student of the subject, that perhaps as many as 30 to40 survive today, although other estimates put the number lower, into the range of 15 to 20 pieces. Others have suggested the 100 mark. Irre-spective of which estimate one chooses, the 1796 quarter eagle is famous as an elusive and sought-after early Capped Bust American goldcoin. Pop 14; 7 finer, 3 in 61, 3 in 62, 1 in 65. (PCGS # 7645) Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$110,000 - 120,000

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LOVELY 1796 STARS QUARTER EAGLE

3327 1796. Stars on obverse. PCGS graded AU-55 BD-2, Breen-6114. Lightly toned with some luster visable. A worldly dose of pleasing goldencolor enlivens the broad expanse of open fields and raised devices on this Stars on Obverse quarter eagle struck the first year of issue. Thefields are essentially well cared for so desirable a grade as AU55, with the strike bold enough to warrant special mention. Careful scrutinywith a magnifying glass reveals the following minor points: minor wear on the forehead and front of cap where the two merge together (morethan likely due to strike); a little patch of crosshatch adjustment lines in the shield on reverse. The fields are remarkable for their smooth free-dom from marks. We not a tiny lint mark touching the cloud below (O)F. That is all. The coin is gorgeous!

It is believed -- based upon estimates published by Walter Breen -- that only 432 examples were struck of the second or "Stars Obverse" quar-ter eagle. Interestingly, these were of a design motif that would be discontinued after only a few short years, 12 to be exact. Within these 432there is a single die variety.

Designed by Robert Scot, the 1796 quarter eagle features the capped head ("bust") of Liberty looking right. The field has 16 stars arranged 8 +8.

The reverse carries the familiar Heraldic Eagle design similar to that used on gold and silver denominations of the late-1700s to early 1800sera. Adapted from the Great Seal of the United States, the center motif depicts an eagle with a shield ("escutcheon") on its breast, holding anolive branch and arrows in its talons, and in its beak a ribbon inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM. A "crest" of stars is above, with a row of cloudsin an arc extending from one wing to the other. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds. There is no mark indicating thedenomination.

Of the 432 pieces believed to have been minted, it has been estimated by students of the subject, that perhaps as few as 40 or 50 survive in allgrades. Pop 5; 4 in 58; 1 in 61; 1 in 62; 1 in 63. (PCGS # 7647) Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$100,000 - 110,000

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ONE YEAR TYPE 1808 QUARTER EAGLE

3328 1808. BD-1, Breen-6125. NGC graded AU-58. Popular first year type coin. 2,710 struck. According to numismatic researcher William T. Gibbs,"On the obverse, Liberty faces left, wearing a soft headgear that resembles a nightcap, inscribed LIBERTY on the headband. Her bust is lightlydraped (the cap and drapery give the coin one of its names).

Seven six-pointed stars appear in front of Liberty's face, with six stars behind her head. The star at the lower right, the 13th (counting clock-wise from the lower left), is notched on the point that points to the dentils. The stars in the same position on other designs and denominationsof that era are also notched in the same way, even when from different punches. Researchers believe [mint engraver John] Reich "signed" hisdies in that unusual way.

The reverse introduced on the half eagle in 1807 and on the quarter eagle in 1808 features an eagle with wings outspread, head turned to lookover its right shoulder. It grasps an olive branch (representing peace) in its right talons and a bundle of three arrows in its left talons (repre-senting war). The eagle's gaze in the direction of the olive branch implies heraldically a preference for peace rather than for war. A shield restsupon the eagle's breast.

The denomination appears below (the first denominations to appear on U.S. gold coins; the earlier gold coins bear no denominational mark-ings). On the quarter eagle, it appears as 2 1/2 D.

Similarities and differences. Reich recreated the $5 designs for the smaller denomination in 1808. A comparison of an 1808 Capped Bust Leftquarter eagle to any of the Capped Bust Left half eagles reveals minor design differences between the two.

A lovely About Uncirculated 58 specimen, and worthwhile acquisition by any standard, the luster is somewhat timid around the maindevices, but clearly present, while pale golden color blossoms on both sides. The strike, like the luster, is more than adequate for what is oftena poorly struck issue, indeed, as bold as even some higher grade specimens of the date sold in recent years. Pop 13; 16 finer. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$75,000 - 80,000

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A SECOND 1808 $2.50 CAPPED BUST

3329 1808. NGC graded AU-55. Well struck on a far better than average planchet with the only defect a minor imperfection at stars 8 thru 10.Untoned with plenty of mint luster to justify this lofty grade. Only 2710 struck and always in great demand as a one year type.

The reason for the short duration of the rare and coveted "Capped Draped Bust" quarter eagle is this: Shortly after the Philadelphia Mintbegan striking the coin, it ceased quarter eagle production entirely due to lack of demand from bullion depositors. When production of quar-ter eagles resumed 12 years later in 1821, new designs had been introduced for half eagles of 1813 through 1820, which designs the quartereagle copied. (Sharing designs among different denominations of the same metallic content had a long tradition at the United States Mint.)

The engraver responsible for the 1808 Capped Draped Bust Left design (as it is called) was John Reich, a German who sold himself into inden-tured service in order to travel to the United States. Reich became an assistant engraver at the Mint in 1807 and assisted the aging Robert Scotwith design and die preparation. It was Reich who was mainly responsible for the designs used on the 1808 quarter eagle (first for the halfeagle, on which they were introduced in 1807).

On the obverse, Liberty faces left, wearing a soft cap similar to the fashionable headgear worn by women of the day. It is inscribed LIBERTYon the headband. Her bust is lightly draped (the cap and drapery give the coin one of its names). The reverse first used on the half eagle in1807 as well, and on the quarter eagle in 1808, has an eagle with its wings outstretched, head over its shoulder. It grasps an olive branch (rep-resenting peace) in the right claw and three arrows in the left (for war). The eagle's head direction towards the olive branch implies a prefer-ence for peace in heraldry. A shield overlays the eagle's breast. The denomination appears below. This is the first instance of a denominationon a U.S. gold coin.

Reich made this single obverse and reverse die pair for the quarter eagle. Once he finished the dies production occurred early in the year; the2,710 coins were all delivered February 26, 1808. No more were produced. Pop 5; 29 finer. (PCGS # 7660) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$70,000 - 75,000

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$2.50 Classic Head

3330 1836. Block 8. PCGS graded AU-55. A nice untoned example.Normally found much more worn than this, a coin with abun-dant luster remaining in the field and around all devices. Pop17. (PCGS # 97694) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500

$2.50 Liberty

1843-C $2.50 LIBERTY. SMALL DATE,CROSSLET 4

3331 1843-C. Small date, crosslet 4. NGC graded MS-61. Wellstruck and quite lustrous. Struck from slightly buckled diesand untoned. This is the rarest C" mint coin in the serieswith a mintage of only 2,988. A splendid specimen of one ofthe more elusive and also most distinctive quarter eagles inthe Liberty series. There is a noticeable die bulge at thepoint of the bust of Miss Liberty, as struck, as always seen,and no doubt this bulge was responsible for the earlydemise and replacement of this die, seemingly after only sofew were struck. Rare this issue is, so rare that the HarryBass sale offered an AU58 example.

On this variety, the date in small numerals, all in the samesize font. The logotype was punched into the die quitehigh, about three times closer to the neck truncation than tothe dentils. The aforementioned bulge is very distinct, andlikely was caused during die preparation. Walter Breenwrites that the 1843-C Small Date, Crosslet 4 quarter eagleswere delivered on April 28, 1843, struck from a pair of diesshipped from Philadelphia on December 23, 1842. Thesmall date numerals are similar to those used 1840-1842.Pop 3; 2 better in 62. (PCGS # 7729) Estimated Value ...............................................$17,000 - 18,000

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1852-D $2.50 LIBERTY

3332 1852-D. NGC graded AU-55. Well struck and untoned.Nice for the grade. A marvelous and highly importantspecimen of this major rarity, and an eye-appealing coin.Not only is this piece important for its grade, but in con-trast it seems to stand well ahead other 1852-D quartereagles with reference to overall quality. Douglas Winternotes: "Most examples have very heavily abraded sur-faces…there are usually conspicuous marks in the field."Again, here is something for the connoisseur and high-quality buyer.

On the 1852-D, the date is set very high and about threetimes closer to the neck truncation than to the dentils.Higher grade specimens show a raised die line from borderthrough star 3 as noted here. On the reverse the D mint-mark is high. About half of the interior is covered by adiagonal arrow feather. Only 4,078 pieces minted. Pop 14;20 finer. (PCGS # 7765) Estimated Value ...................................................$5,000 - 5,500

3333 1854-C. NGC graded AU-50. Very well struck and lightlytoned. Some luster remains around the devices and within theletters of the legends. Only 7,295 struck, which puts it into thescarce category; odd, then that the census is higher than onemight expect. This is possibly due to duplicate submittals. Pop7; 69 finer. (PCGS # 7770) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,000 - 3,200

3334 1870-S. NGC graded AU-58. Nice golden toning. Only 16,000minted. Frosty golden surfaces display much residual lusterwith natural patina. Sharp and appealing for this scarce, low-mintage San Francisco Mint issue. Pop 24; 12 finer. (PCGS #7812) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750

3335 1887. PCGS graded MS-62. Mostly untoned with copious lusterover both sides, enough to fullfil any collector's dearest wish fora coin in this grade. Complex emotions come into play whenevaluating the scarce quarter eagles of the 1880s: Low mintagedate as only 6,160 were struck. (PCGS # 7839) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800


3336 1902. PCGS graded MS-63. A very choice example with hints ofnatural golden toning. Small mark at Liberty's lip. (PCGS #7854) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

Ex Mayflower Auction, Dec. 1968, Lot 1084 The Leo Wexler Collec-tion.

FABULOUS GEM 1904 $2.50 LIBERTY

3337 1904. NGC graded MS-68. A spectacular superb gem! Wellstruck and sparkling with mint luster. The devices werestruck with such determined force by the dies, in fact, thatall design elements show boldly. This beauty features deli-cate golden centers highlighted by natural olive overtonesand is in the top NGC grade for its year: Pop 4, none finer.(PCGS # 7856) Estimated Value .................................................$9,000 - 10,000

3338 1905. PCGS graded MS-62. Intensely lustrous with delicatehints of golden toning. A few copper spots. (PCGS # 7857) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450


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3339 1905. Sharpness of MS-60. Several large edge nicks. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

3340 1907. PCGS graded MS-63. Delicate golden-orange mint luster,choice and glistening. (PCGS # 7859) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525

$2.50 Indian

3341 1908. PCGS graded MS-63. Delicate golden toning makes thisan attractive Indian quarter eagle. (PCGS # 7939) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800


3342 1912. PCGS graded AU-58. Frosty. (PCGS # 7944) Estimated Value ................................................................ $210 - 220


3343 1915. PCGS graded MS-61. A grease stain at 2:00 obverse. NiceGolden toning. (PCGS # 7948) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 320

3344 1925-D. PCGS graded MS-62. Pleasing golden toning and oneof only three years in this series in which Denver struck Indianquarter eagles. (PCGS # 7949) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

3345 A trio of $2.50 Indians. Consists of: 1908, 1911 and 1913. Coinsrange from EF to AU. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $525 - 550

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IMPORTANT PROOF CAMEO 1854 $3 GOLD

3346 1854. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo. Exquisite rich golden overtones on both sides. We note a few scattered fly-specks on both sides. Only 15Proofs struck. Extremely rare in Proof. In its auction appearance in a January 2007 Heritage sale, the cataloger described the surface conditionas follows: "The present example offers luscious orange-gold fields with considerable contrast present. The S in STATES is lower than the E,without the deeply impressed lettering characteristic of the other Proof die. A couple of light scrapes are noted on Liberty's cheek, and a cou-ple of dark toning spots on the obverse: one in back of the eye, and one behind the headdress. On the reverse a similar dark spot occurs at thebottom of the 1, and a patch of light yellow-gold patina is noted through DO in DOLLARS. A delectable early Proof example of this historicand unusual denomination."

It appears two different pairs of Proof dies were used to strike Proofs in 1854. One has the ES in STATES on a level curve, and the lettering isdeeply impressed into the die. On this piece from the second die, the S is slightly lower than the E, with the lettering not as deep. Althoughthe exact number of Proof 1854 $3 survivors remains to be enumerated, there is no doubt that this issue is exceedingly rare. In fact, this is thefinest specimen that we have been privileged to offer. Pop 2; 2 finer in 64. (PCGS # 88017) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 55,000

From The Dr. Robert J. Loewinger Collection..

3347 1856. NGC graded AU-55. Well struck and quite frosty withluster. We note a light hairline scratch in the left obverse fieldand a thin line of dots across Liberty's cheek akin to a chatter-mark. (PCGS # 7974) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

3348 1857. PCGS graded EF-45. Lightly toned and a pleasing exam-ple for the grade. Luster remains around the legends anddevices. Only 20,891 minted. Pop 43. (PCGS # 7976) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


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RARE 1865 $3 GOLD

3349 1865. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. Lovely golden toning with reflective surfaces. Only 1,140 coins minted and very scarce. A Premium Qualitycoin for the given numerical grade. Pop 9; 22 finer. (PCGS # 7986) Estimated Value ................................................................................................................................................................................................... $6,500 - 7,000


$4 Gold

GEM PROOF CAMEO 1879 STELLA

3350 1879. Flowing Hair. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Nice golden toning. 425+ struck. A bright gleaming gold specimen with some deeperaccents of color in the fields. Cameo frosted motifs receive their support from the fine reflective fields, and account for the a pleasing contrastplus the high grade it deserves. The coin is a extremely well struck for the issue, with only a trace of soft detail in some of Liberty's hair curls.Faint mint-caused striations are found at the centers, as is always the case on Stellas; we are unaware of exceptions to this. Surfaces are virtu-ally pristine. Devices, the same. The grade captures the soul of this coin's originality. All in all, we are presenting to bidders a marvelous GemProof example of a rare and widely admired issue. Pop 8; 10 in 66 CAM; 2 in 67 CAM. (PCGS # 88057)

Historic note about the confusing Judd & Pollock numbering schemes: Judd called all 1879 Flowing Hair Stellas struck in gold "J-1635." Laterresearch developed the theory that the gold Stellas were produced in two different finenesses, to which Pollock assigned different numbers.The first, P-1832, represents pieces struck in 85.71 fine gold, 4.29 fine silver, and 10.0 fine copper. It is believed that these were the first 15struck. Later, after interested parties requested samples of the new Pattern design, some 400 or more additional pieces were made on .900 finegold planchets, those being designated P-1833. Students of the series find it difficult to distinguish between them other than by means ofexpensive non-destructive testing; the weights do differ slightly for the two metallic alloys. Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$150,000 - 160,000

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$5 Capped Bust/Small Eagle

1795 $5 CAPPED BUST. SMALL EAGLE

3351 1795. Small eagle. PCGS graded MS-62. Well struck on a problem-free planchet and shimmering with frosty mint luster. Delicately tonedand a very impressive Small Eagle $5.00. Only 8,707 struck for our first half eagle. One of the most important early type coins for theadvanced gold-collecting numismatist to acquire. The fields are not prooflike like some others of this issue but frosty, while the devices arealso well frosted. The Philadelphia Mint took extra care to produce really beautiful gold coins for their first year of issue, and this one wasnice enough to be saved for over 210 years! Very well struck by the dies, with no adjustment marks whatsoever, the only weakness we canfind in the design is atop the eagle's breast (a usual high point that often fails to show all of the fine feathers). We do note minor hairlines fromhandling but the coin remains very eye appealing. PCGS has graded only a couple of dozen this high of the date. A solid coin for the grade,and worthy of a strong bid. Pop 30; 20 finer, 12 in 63, 6 in 64, 2 in 65. (PCGS # 8066)

The BD-10 variety is a fairly available coin featuring the 1795 Small Eagle pairing, since this is the only use of this reverse, it must haveincurred some damage, currently not reported by the Dannreuther reference, "so one can envision a coin with further cracking."

The only known obverse state with this combination has the obverse heavily lapped with most of the stars attenuated and the lowest curlsnext to star 1 quite thin. The L of LIBERTY appears to be slightly farther from the cap than on BD-9 (which shares the same obverse), andagain the lapping thins letters, stars, hair, and other details. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$65,000 - 70,000

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$5 Capped Bust/Large Eagle

GEM UNC 1803/2

3352 1803, 3 over 2. BD-1. Rarity 4. NGC graded MS-65. Condition Census. A gorgeous well struck gem that glistens with semi-reflective surfacesthroughout. We note some faint adjustment marks on the bonnet as made. Nonetheless, easily one of the finest known. An impressive cointhat will undoubtedly be well contested.

High on the list of collector favorites are the overdate Half Eagles struck in 1802 and 1803. A curiosity is that neither year seems to be availablewithout overdate. There were apparently no perfect-dated dies made or used.

Die notes: Star near and points to upper beak tip, and is free of ribbon. On the obverse, 3 just free of Liberty's bust, missing right foot of T ofLIBERTY. Early die state b (lightly clashed) but no cracks having yet developed. "The terminal state for this reverse should indicate a shortproduction run for this variety," explains Dannreuther, "but this variety is fairly available, over 150 examples still exist. Only 33,506 piecesstruck. Pop 2; 2 finer, 1 in 65 star, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 8084) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$65,000 - 70,000

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3353 1803, 3 over 2. Sharpness of Extremely Fine. Cleaned and usedas jewelry. This is one of the early Capped Bust/Heraldic Eaglefives that might have been found in circulation during the for-mative years of America's expansion. For the most part, halfeagles were used in inter-bank transactions and for payingexporters who sold goods to the East Coast merchants. Manyfound their way to Europe and Britain where they were latermelted. The 1803 overdate is especially interesting in having abold 3-over-2 overdate visible with the unaided eye. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,200 - 2,500

TIED FOR FINEST GRADED

3354 1806. Round 6. BD-6, Breen-6448. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck and untoned with intense frosty mint luster throughout. We note somelight mint-made adjustment marks running vertically thru the center of the obverse that does not detract from the beauty of this wonderfulgem quality half eagle. A total of 54,417 were minted for all varieties.

Virtually blinding-golden fields stream light out in every direction of this beautiful specimen. The strike is crisp in most peripheral areas,though some lack of detail may be found at the hair curls in the center as well as at the left and right sides of the shield on reverse, typical ofthe coins of 1806 including those from other denominations as well. A small tic mark at Liberty's chin.

The Round 6 (a.k.a. Knobbed 6 in many reference books) is a one-off variety, the only use of this obverse. In the date, all four numerals aresmall and squat, with 8 and 0 leaning left. Small letters in LIBERTY. There is a die crack through N of UNITED to the arrowheads. Dan-nreuther (and others) consider the Round 6 coinage "by far the most commonly seen 1806 variety and also the most seen variety among all theDraped Bust Large Eagle coins." Possibly as many as 35,000 to 50,000 of the entire 64,093 pieces minted that year are comprised of this variety,with perhaps 600 to 900 known today in various (usually much lower) grades.

"As with the 1806 half dollars, the Pointed 6 half eagle varieties had the obverse die in the hammer and the reverse die in the anvil position.For the Knobbed 6 half dollar issues and this half eagle variety this die alignment was reverse, resulting in better struck obverses." [Dan-nreuther, p. 299.] Pop 1; none finer. (PCGS # 8089) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$65,000 - 70,000

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1807 $5 CAPPED BUST. BUST RIGHT

3355 1807. Bust left. BD-7, Breen-6453, feather tip over Centerof Flag of 5. NGC graded MS-62. Very well struck withLiberty's hair fully defined. Rich golden toning adds to itsappeal, as does the abundant frosty luster. A popular first-of-design issue, this is a very scarce die variety, although ithas received little attention since this year is considered tobe a realtively available one in the early gold coins. Accord-ing to Dannreuther-Bass (who have produced the mostauthoratative reference on early gold die varieties), "Thereare hundreds of 1807 half eagles of this design, but thisvariety may not have 40 examples remaining."

This obverse paired with a second reverse creates the othervariety (BD-8). The failure of the reverse die on BD-7 isalready evident in a long die break from the rim throughthe E of states, passing through the scroll to the eagle's headand neck and on into the shield. A few light adjustmentlines affect only the left reverse rim. Pop 58. (PCGS # 8092) Estimated Value ...............................................$12,000 - 13,000

1807 $5 CAPPED BUST. BUSTRIGHT BD-8, RARITY 2

3356 1807. Bust left. NGC graded MS-61. Basically untoned. Alustrous example representing the new design with largeCapped Bust obverse, the bust facing left. Frosted devicesand luster in the field with light abrasions on surfaces. Verylight hairlines. Two reverse dies were used in connectionwith the mintage of this issue, the presently offered reversebeing the more available of the two. Free of clashmarks andadjustment. Pop 43; 121 finer. (PCGS # 8092) Estimated Value ................................................... $8,000 - 8,500

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$5 Capped Draped Bust

1807 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST. BUST LEFT BD-8, RARITY 2

3357 1807. Bust left. NGC graded MS-62. A decent strike on a problem-free planchet and light golden in color. A lustrous and very presentableexample of the first year of John Reich's capped bust to left design, a motif that was used only through 1812 before modification. The obversehas a truly needle-sharp strike with no areas of compromise. This includes all locks of hair, the star centers and radials, dentils, indeed, a vir-tual demarcation of this design, while the reverse is remarkable similar including full neck feathers, complete field stripes and horizontalbars, claws, arrow shafts, etc. The luster is satiny and beautiful, the color a warm light golden hue with subtle tints toning. All told this is oneof the choicer MS62 half eagles of the date we have been fortunate to offer for sale. For the type set enthusiast it will certainly be a specialoccasion.

John Reich designed the issue of 1807-12. Of German stock and an early immigrant to America, Reich did contract work for the Mint in the19th century, and by 1807 was signed as an assistant on the staff. He worked for a decade under Chief Engraver Robert Scot, creating newmotifs including the capped bust coinage as here. This used to be called the "turban head," but is now better referred to as "classic drapedbust" similar to the uncapped cents of 1808-14 (a motif he adopted on for the half cent of 1809).

Reich was a talented engraver who secretly "signed" his dies with a tiny nick in the outer point of the 13th stars (the final star on the right) onall half eagle dies while he was employed at the mint. After he left, the "signature" mysteriously disappears, never to return. Pop 58; 63 finer.(PCGS # 8101) Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................$8,000 - 8,500

1808 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST BD-3, RARITY 4

3358 1808. PCGS graded MS-61. Lightly toned. Has a few light hairlines on the face. An attractive example, sharply struck in deep frosted orange-gold to greenish gold with lovely frosty mint luster. Certainly one of the highlights among coins in the present collection of early Capped BustLeft dates when aesthetic aspects are considered. This specimen is one of the nicest quality coins for the grade that we have offered in quiteawhile. Pop 14; 56 finer. (PCGS # 8102) Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................$8,000 - 9,000

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1808/7 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST BD-2, RARITY 4+

3359 1808, 8 over 7. NGC graded AU-58. Semi-reflective surfaces and basically untoned. Natural greenish color gold. Two 1808/7 die varieties areknown, both sharing a common reverse die with a tightly spaced denomination. The obverses for BD-1 and BD-2 appear similar, but can betold apart by the position of the dentil below the date. BD-2, this variety, has an open curl above the 0 in the date while BD-1 does not.

The surfaces are a pleasing yellow-gold with ample luster in the protected areas. The strike is relatively strong on the obverse and a little lessso on the reverse, mainly at the neck feathers. The piece offered here is easily within the top half of the AU58 population with respect to sur-faces, detail, and overall visual appeal and it is highly doubtful that more than a handful of such specimens are available for sale at any onetime! Pop 12; 28 finer. (PCGS # 8103) Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................$7,000 - 8,000

TIED FOR FINEST GRADED

3360 1809, 9 over 8. BD-10. NGC graded MS-65. A well struck frosty mint gem on a problem free planchet. The brilliant untoned surfaces sparkelwith intense frosty mint luster. A total of 33,875 were minted. A golden, mint-fresh example, as crisp and glossy as when it was first releasedfrom to the Treasury for distribution nearly two hundred years ago. Hard to believe such a thing is possible. Fortunately for the strike, it, likethe luster, is outstanding, in fact, exceptional. A well-struck example with good details. There are no bothersome abrasions or points of wear.One of the nicest specimens of this date we have seen, a coin that will be admired by those who to see it. A short mark left of star #10 alongwith a faint line in the field extending up from the first star can be used as identifiers; dutiful searching with a glass reveals little else otherthan a stray faint scuff in the frost or short hairline, the sort of unintentional flaws that are part and parcel of the trip from coining press to thebullion depositor's moneypouch. A great beauty in Gem Mint State compared to lesser quality early gold pieces that may be technically MintState; we hesitate to call it "world class" quality but where in the world would you locate a finer specimen? A coin for a real connoisseur. Pop9; none finer. (PCGS # 8104)

Die note: One interesting feature about this piece that Dannreuther mentions in his die variety guide is the large 9 punch employed on thisdie. It is much larger than the other digits, possibly from the punch set that was used for the Large Date varieties in 1810. The partial numeralunder the 9 does not seem to match the curve of an 8 or this 9. As with many other early gold issues, one sometimes has to draw the best con-clusion that can be found from the existing examples. Traditionally, all 1809 half eagles are described as 1809/8. As with the other dies madeduring the employ of John Reich at the mint, star 13 has a small notch out of one point (that which is closest to the rim dentils). Some believethis is his "secret signature" as such an anomaly could not be explained otherwise. (Reich worked at the mint from 1807 until 1817.). Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 60,000

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1809 OVER 8 $5 GOLD

3361 1809, 9 over 8. NGC graded MS-64. Well struck. Nice golden toning. When it comes to early half eagles, this coin has what collectors prefer tosee: a no-compromises extremely sharp strike, deep rich frost, layers upon layers of which possess attractive gold color, high quality planchet,and finally, superb eye appeal. Of course, the overdate feature is a center of focus that will grab your notice as well. It is truly wonderful toimagine the talent that went into minting superb strike and clarity that this coin possesses. Pop 32; 9 in 65. (PCGS # 8104)

Note: the mintage of the various Capped Bust to Left dates is a fairly good predictor of relative rarity. Thus, the 1809 issue, with the lowestmintage of the type, turns out to be the scarcest of the 1807-12 series. All examples from this year are overdates, although the undertype fadedas more and more coins were produced. Oddly, roughtly half the certified examples are Mint State per Garrett & Guth, with the warning "thatnumber may be inflated because of resubmissions" to the grading services. The finest know is a single MS66. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$25,000 - 30,000

1809 9 OVER 8

3362 1809, 9 over 8. NGC graded AU-58. Untoned. Luster reaches from the margins and around the devices to well out into the field on both sidesof this captivatingly attractive early five. What's more, Liberty's hair curls have only a faint trace of wear; all are sharp and finely detailed. Aview through a magnifying lens fails to locate any marks of importance, save, perhaps, for a think line extending upwards from the 13th star.Devices are sharp in all areas of the reverse, as well, which is the desirable outcome wished for by collectors. It is clear that the grading servicehas taken this into consideration in assigning the high-end AU58 grade. Most of the mintage of 33,875 pieces was melted at or near the time ofissue. (PCGS # 8104)

Historic note: Under the act of April 5,1792, the legal ratio of silver to gold was fifteen to one, a ratio that undervalued gold. Since 1803, Franceand the Latin countries adopted a legal ratio of fifteen and one-half of silver to one of gold, and as a consequence, gold, being undervalued inthe United States, was withdrawn from circulation here, and sold abroad at a profit by the bullion brokers who were ever on the alert for gain.By 1821 the ratio of gold value to silver had changed to the point where all United States gold coins then circulating (by then consisting of the$2.50 and $5 denominations), cost more than face value to produce. All older coins disappeared from circulation and newly minted ones wereused in the export trade. There it made no difference, as a $5 half eagle was not valued at $5 American money, but by its gold weight and fine-ness. When gold coins were exported it was the custom at the destination to melt them and recoin the metal into gold pieces of the new coun-try. Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................$6,500 - 7,000

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1810 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST. SMALL DATE, LARGE 5 BD-1, RARITY 3+

3363 1810. Small date, large 5. PCGS graded MS-63. A frosty mint example struck in natural greenish color gold, all delicately toned. There is ashort double-mark below the cap. Also noted is a small X-shaped mark below the eagle's beak. This would make an excellent choice for thetype collector as this date and variety are one of the more plentiful issues of the 1807-12 Capped Draped Bust Left half eagle period. The sur-faces are outstanding for the grade, with all devices well defined overall including sharp stars and curls on the obverse, while on the reversedetails are just as inviting including the centers, rather than a soft, mushy strike as sometimes seen in this area of the reverse. We note anadded windfall of the rich mint frost seen on all surface areas. Die engraving varieties occur all the time in the early period of American coindesign. These add greatly to the charm of half eagle collecting in particular, showing that despite the best efforts at mechanizing the coiningprocess to thwart counterfeiters, the human element constantly appears even in government work such as the 1810 issue with its various dateand denomination sizes. A lovely coin would certainly make a welcome addition to any advanced collection. Pop 8; 6 finer, 5 in 64, 1 in 65.(PCGS # 8106)

On this variety, the 5 in the denomination is quite large, with the dentils having had to be foreshortened in order not to touch the long loop ofthis digit. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$17,000 - 18,000

1810 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST. LARGE DATE, LARGE 5 BD-4, RARITY 2

3364 1810. Large date, large 5. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and quite choice exhibiting heavy mint frost throughout, all lightly toned.Though relatively plentiful in circulated and low-end Mint State grades, the half eagles of 1807-12 are indeed scarce in choice Mint quality.Date and type collectors wishing to complete the set in choice condition will find the Capped Bust Left type to be a difficult one. Over itsentire six-year run most of the mintage was exported and promptly melted by the recipients to recover its bullion. The few that have comedown to us are often cleaned or otherwise damaged by the uninformed populace. Compared to post-1834 half eagle types, few exist with thislevel of beautiful frosty cartwheel luster. Most Mint State 1810 half eagles also seem to be deficient in luster on the high points where rub firstoccurs, even when the open fields are more than adequately frosted.

This MS64's unabashed and booming luster puts it well ahead of your run-of-the-mill Uncirculated Capped Bust Left $5. As expected fromthe grade, marks are negligible, while the fields on the other hand shine with the sort of alluring look that defines the quality of this high-endpiece. The strike is excellent. There is only some slight rounding present on the neck feathers of the eagle, as well as on a few horizontal linesin the shield. The type or date collector who has the ability to acquire a full-fledged MS64 should make the most of the present offering! Pop34; 2 finer, 1 in 65, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 8108) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$25,000 - 27,500

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1811 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST BD-2 RARITY 3

3365 1811. NGC graded MS-65. Boldly struck, untoned, and very frosty. Identifiable by a shallow flake in the luster beneath the eagle's beak. TheCapped Bust Left device made its first appearance in 1807 soon after the Mint hired John Reich as Assistant Engraver. Reich's design, which isseen on the 1807 half dollar as well, was a change for the United States Mint in that it marked the first time the denomination appears on sil-ver and gold coins. In his 1988 Encyclopedia, Walter Breen writes that only about 1% of the original mintage in the Capped Bust Left halfeagle series is extant today. He goes on to observe that, "Unlike later gold coins, the vast majority of specimens of this design will gradeExtremely Fine or About Unc." It is significant, therefore, that this 1811 example is Gem Mint State 65. And it is even more significant that thesurfaces have been preserved carefully enough to have secured a high Condition Census grade. There is much to say about the beautiful sur-faces of this coin since they are nearly perfect, a quality almost unimaginable. The mint frost is aglow with bright intensity over each side.There is no toning. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder.

The Philadelphia Mint employed two different die marriages to deliver 99,581 Half Eagles in 1811. The present variety with a Small 5 in thereverse denomination is a bit more common than its Tall 5 counterpart, but no early half eagle like this can be said to be common in Gem con-dition! An extremely important offering for the advanced numismatist, and a coin that is sure to raise eyebrows when it appears at auctionthis Summer. Pop 4; 1 finer in 66. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$70,000 - 75,000

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1811 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST. SMALL 5 BD-2, RARITY 3

3366 1811. Small 5. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck and frosty, all moderately toned with some trace adjustment across the cheek. Minor surfacemarks are visible on most early half eagles in this condition, but we had to search hard to find a few in the field around the eagle, and theseare insignificant. This is the more common of two die varieties for 1811, both offered in the present sale. Both were struck from a singleobverse die paired with two different reverse dies.

This Capped Draped Bust Left format, which debuted in 1807 on the half eagle, was continued through 1812. The brief span of this designyielded a coinage estimated at 399,013 pieces. Although there are some scarce die varieties within the 1807-12 years, there are no rare dates.The type set collector can pick and choose from virtually any date desired. What's more, coins are available in all grades, with Very Fine toAbout Uncirculated coins predominating and available with some frequency (relatively speaking, of course). Mint State examples are offerednow and then and, if choice in appearance, like the present MS63 1811 Small 5, are highly prized. These typically have frosty rather thanprooflike surfaces. Pop 37; 13 finer in 64. (PCGS # 8109) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$16,000 - 18,000

3367 1811. Small 5. BD-2.. Sharpness of AU-55. Although probablycleaned and untoned, this example is quite frosty with luster.The Small 5 punch used in 1810 was used for this reverse, butthis is a different die, unique to 1811. Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200


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1811 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST. TALL 5 BD-1, RARITY 3+

3368 1811. Tall 5. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck in natural slightly greenish color gold and all delicately toned. This wonderful frosty specimenis among the most affordable examples of the Type, and a date well within the means of a serious buyer of early U.S. gold. To say it is verysharply struck with frosty luster is to point out the obvious, and only a few minor abrasions in the fields are detected. Probably a good manyCapped Bust Left fives are not as carefully struck as this piece, which has no suggestion or even a whisper of weakness at the stars or haircurls. An attractive example of this variety, there should be only one real obstacle to bidding, that being the certainty of stiff competition fromothers wishing to acquire it. Pop 13; 8 finer, 6 in 64, 1 in 65, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 8110)

The two varieties of 1811 are easily distinguished by taking a look at the reverse. The Tall 5 reverse die has the digit 5 encompassing most ofthe space above the border, with the tip or flag of the 5 left of the lower right corner of an arrow feather. (The Small 5 variety, by comparison,has a smaller size numeral whose flag of this digit is centered below the lower right corner of the feather.). Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$16,000 - 17,000

TIED FOR FINEST GRADED AT NGC 1812 $5 GOLD

3369 1812. Wide 5 D. BD-1. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck on a problem-free planchet in natural light greenish color gold. The untoned frostymint surfaces are remarkably clean. A total of 58,087 minted for all varieties.

More often than not frosty for the issue, as seen here, though rarely with near-pristine surfaces, the bright golden surface is nearly superbwith few distracting bagmarks. We note a tiny mark above the eagle's head; a faint scuff line in the frost lies behind the head on the obverse.These can serve as identifiers. And so next to the devices, which are sharply struck on obverse and reverse, including full stars, most haircurls crisp (barring a few that are nearby the drapery clasp) and an impressive eagle whose only softening in the device is at the back of itsneck. The extraordinary Gem MS65 we offer is tied with a handful of others for the finest Wide 5D, and is one of the most delightful we haveever sold at auction. It ranks high among all Mint State Capped Draped Bust survivors of this sought-after Type. Pop 9; none finer at NGC.(PCGS # 8112)

The Wide 5 D variety (there are two 1812 die varieties known) is the more available of the two, and it is also one of the more often seen variet-ies of the Capped Draped Bust type of 1807-12. For connoisseurs of numismatic minutiae (but of little relevance to the active buyer of rarehigh quality early U.S. gold), there are two curious die lines seen on the reverse of many coins of this variety. According to the Dannreutherreference, "they may be graver's marks or some other 'injury'to the die. One begins at the rim about two o'clock, passes to the left of A(MER-ICA), and ends in the wing. The other is curved through the horizontal shield lines and ends in the left (observer's) wing. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 60,000

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WONDERFUL 1812 HALF EAGLE

3370 1812. Wide 5 D. BD-1. NGC graded MS-65. In NGC holder 1776966-015. A magnificent well struck frosty mint gem. The surfaces are golden-orange that deepens slightly at the peripheries. John Reich's Capped Bust design made its appearance on the half eagles in 1807 and contin-ued through 1812. This design type is also known as the Bust Left design, for the direction that Liberty faces. John Dannreuther discusses theproblem of nomenclature in his reference on the early gold varieties: "This type was the result of hiring John Reich as an assistant engraver.His new design with a floppy cap has traditionally been called Capped Bust, but the previous type by Robert Scot also has a capped bust. Thisdesign also has drapery, so the nomenclature has bee confusing, to say the least. The definitive difference is the direction Miss Liberty is fac-ing. The previous type has her facing right, while this type has her facing left. So, some have referred to the first series (1795-1807) as CappedBust Right and this series (1807-1834) as Capped Bust Left. To avoid confusion, we have labeled the two designs as Draped Bust and CappedBust--no matter what they are called, they are the pinnacles of early American gold coinage."

This example is from the Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection, and before that from the Nathan M. Kaufman Collection. Dallas businessman HarryBass spent over three decades collecting coins, primarily gold coins, beginning with the purchase of an 1876 gold dollar that he acquired in1966. Over the next 32 years, he acquired over 7,000 U.S. gold pieces, along with patterns, remarkable currency, and other desiderata.Kaufman was from Marquette, Michigan, and collected in the earliest part of the 20th century with his last acquisition taking place in 1927.After that time, the collection was displayed in the board room of a Marquette bank.

The Wide Denomination variety is one of two different die marriages coined with the 1812 obverse, and it is somewhat more plentiful thanthe Close 5D variety. This example is sharply struck with frosty luster and fully brilliant yellow-gold color. A thin scratch in the upper rightreverse field, between the eagle's head and the scroll, provides an instant pedigree identifier. Pop 9; none finer. (PCGS # 8112) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 60,000

Ex: N.M. Kaufman Collection (RARCOA, 8/1978), lot 802; Harry W. Bass, Jr. (Bowers and Merena, 5/2000), lot 312; Bowers and Merena (7/2002), lot 780..

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FROSTY 1812 $5 GOLD

3371 1812. BD-1 Wide 5 D. BD-1, Breen-6466. NGC graded MS-64. Well struck with intense frosty mint luster on a lovely problem-free planchet.Lovely natural golden-orange overtones add to its beauty. A highly glossy example that has extra frosty surfaces plus lovely patina with abold, if not quite a razor sharp strike. No more than the luster comes a desirable strike on these early pieces, since the mint's quality sufferedby a lack of more sophisticated equipment at the time this was made. This piece is struck with almost scientific exactness throughout the stars,hair curls and cap folds, on the obverse, and even the small clasp at Liberty's shoulder has its central squiggle visible. The reverse eagle iswhere the sharpness falls down a bit, with indistinct feathers on the neck and one wing, as well as some softening of the shield lines, about onpar with other MS64 examples seen. Partly this is due to a few faint adjustment marks across the center of the reverse. All in all a first-ratespecimen of the Type for the dedicated numismatist. Pop 34; 9 finer by a point. (PCGS # 8112) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$30,000 - 35,000

1812 $5 CAPPED DRAPED BUST BD-1, RARITY 3

3372 1812. NGC graded MS-62. A frosty specimen. Pale gold in color. On the Wide 5D variety, a short die crack from the border passes left of thefirst A in AMERICA to the wing. Diagnostic. Brilliant, frosty yellow gold luster dances around the surface that shows some light abrasions.There is a luster graze in the field below UNUM, with some fine adjustment lines in the shield. This is a generally well-struck example withgood details, however. The dies left their partly rigid impression behind with some modest weakness or imprecision only at the eagle's neckand left wing feathers. Sharply struck examples are the exception. Generally available variety in circulated grades, though still scarce inChoice Mint State grades. Pop 62; 85 finer, 42 in 63, 33 in 64, 1 in 64 Star, 9 in 65. (PCGS # 8112) Estimated Value .................................................................................................................................................................................................$9,000 - 10,000

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$5 Capped Head

1813 $5 CAPPED HEAD

3373 1813. BD-2.. PCGS graded AU-53. Popular first year of the Capped Head to Left Large Diameter type. Well struck with plenty of luster stillpresent, all enhanced by touches of natural golden-orange toning. In spite of a fairly high mintage (most were melted, of course), there areonly two die varieties recorded for 1813. A single obverse was paired with one of two reverses. BD-2 is characterized by having the E of themotto more or less centered below the first S in STATES.

The 1813 introduces a new larger capped head of Liberty than in 1807-12. Besides the modification of the portrait and the eagle by John Reichfor this type, the arrows are completely different, broad and spread apart. A nearly continuous circle of stars around Liberty, the first startingabove the bust tip and the final one ending just above the back curl for those of 1813 through 1815. (PCGS # 8116) Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................$6,500 - 7,000

$5 Classic Head

VERY RARE 1834 $5.00 GOLD

3374 1834. Plain 4. BD-1, variety with low 5D. NGC graded MS-61. Very rare date. A coin with significant claims to a higher grade. This coin'sexacting strike is enhanced royally by a uniform, finely frosted luster of the greatest beauty and delicacy. Magnification and close scrutinymay find a mark or two along with some granular contact marks on the reverse, but none of this counts as a significant demerit or visual dis-traction. Here is a lustrous, eminently desirable instance of the final date of this Capped Head, No Motto type, combining outstanding charac-teristics with significant rarity for magnificent effect. Despite a coinage total of 50,141 pieces, the 1834 Capped Head Left issue is today veryrare. Most specimens were melted due to the reduction of fineness/gold content marked by the change to the Classic Head type. Perhaps nomore than 30 to 40 exist in all grades of the Plain 4, spread among (and permanently locked away in) the largest "name" collections in Amer-ica. Pop 1; 3 in 62; 5 in 63; 2 in 64. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder.

Note: The mintage for the six dates of this No Motto type, mid-1829 to mid-1834 is actually higher than that of the previous type that wasintermittently struck, although for more years, from 1813 through 1829. Most of the earlier production was exported and melted, as the goldcontent exceeded the face value until the reduction in mid-1834. After 1821, no gold was seen in local circulation until the lighter-weight coinswere introduced after August 1, 1834. Most of the examples of this type found are in high grade due to hoarding and melting with low-gradeexamples seldom seen. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$40,000 - 45,000

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3375 1834. Plain 4. NGC graded AU-58. Toned. There was some dis-cussion as to how the coins of the new weight standard mintedafter August 31, 1834 should be differentiated from the earlierones, particularly those with the same date. One proposal wasthat the inscription AUGUST 1 be added. Other ideas came tothe fore. In the end, it was decided to change the portrait toremove the cap, causing some wags to say that Liberty had been"decapitated." On the reverse the motto E PLURIBUS UNUMwas deleted. (PCGS # 8171) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,400

3376 1836. PCGS graded EF-40. Lightly toned around the devices, awell-struck example of the limited-issue William Kneass Typeof 1834-38. (PCGS # 8174) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

$5 Liberty/No Motto

3377 1840-C. Sharpness of VF-30. Cleaned at one time with someminor marks about. Any Charlotte Mint gold piece has to berespected for being scarce. Mintage was low in the 1840s,though climbing by the late-1840s. As these were put into circu-lation and used hard, the average grade seen tends to be VeryFine. Curiously, at the same time these were current, a privatemanufacturing firm in North Carolina was striking competinggold coins made from locally mined gold in competition withthe Charlotte Mint: The Bechtler establishment, whose years ofoperation were 1830 to 1852. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

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CANDIDATE FOR FINEST KNOWN 1842-C $5 LIBERTY. SMALL DATE

3378 1842-C. Small date. PCGS graded MS-62. Well struck and lustrous exhibiting rich mint bloom colors on both sides. Certainly among the fin-est known. Interesting over-lapping of metal on the rim at 12 o'clock. An incredible rarity and The Key "C" mint to the Half Eagle series.

Extremely choice surfaces and broad, framing rims with nearly complete dentils (only those at the lower left obverse lack detail). A satinybeauty from the Charlotte Mint and a prize for the collector of C-mint half eagles. Nicely detailed in all places. What is important about a rar-ity like this is that so few are traced in high conditions. This attractive Mint State can be identified by a small mark at star 2, a thin hairline leftof the date and another equally miniscule hairline extending from the upper arrow point into the field. Perhaps no more than five or six indi-vidual Mint State examples of the date are known in all grades. One of the most celebrated Charlotte Mint rarities in this sale. Pop 1; 1 finerin 63. (PCGS # 8208)

Walter Breen attributes a mintage of 4,595 pieces to the 1842 Small Date variety and 23,589 to the Large Date variety, indicating that the ratiowas approximately 1 to 4. Douglas Winter estimates that 35 to 40 are known of the Small Date and 65 to 70 of the Large Date, a more conser-vative assessment. Concerning the date, during this post-Jacksonian period in our history, date sizes were in flux at the Philadelphia Mint,and certain denominations in the years 1842-1846 are found with variable sized date punches (as well as mintmark punches). Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$70,000 - 80,000

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ANOTHER RARE 1842-C $5 LIBERTY. SMALL DATE

3379 1842-C. Small date. NGC graded MS-61. In NGC holder 1706409-001. An unusually well struck example with needle sharp details and nicehigh rims. The lustrous surfaces are slightly reflective while the fields are remarkably clean for this grade. A few very minor ticks are notedon the outer rims, none of which are significent. A major rarity in the Charlotte series and many times rarer than the Large Date variety.

Perhaps just five to 10 Mint State examples of the Small Date variety are known. Douglas Winter gives this date a High Rarity-7 rating inUncirculated. One of the most desirable Charlotte Mint offerings in this sale.

Walter Breen allocated a mintage of 23,589 to the Large Date variety, which is over four times that of the Small Date. Other experts estimatethat 35 to 40 are known of the Small Date and 65 to 70 of the Large Date, the opposite assessment. Concerning the date, during this post-Jack-sonian period in our history, date sizes were in flux at the Philadelphia Mint, and certain denominations in the years 1842-1846 are foundfrom variable sized date punches. Pop 2; 4 finer, 2 in 62, 2 in 63. (PCGS # 8208) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 60,000

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FINEST GRADED 1843 $5 GOLD

3380 1843. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck and probably the finest known. Although more than 600,000 pieces were struck of this issue, it is con-ditionally elusive in all strict Mint State grades and downright rare in Gem Mint State 65 (see statistics below). This is the finest 1843 we haveoffered in at least ten years. The striking details are sharp throughout and the luster is bright and frosted. Lightly abraded, the only mark ofany note is a small tick on the cheek of Liberty to the right of, and below, the eye -- and that is just barely visible without a glass. Pop 1; finestgraded at either service.

The Liberty Head half eagle coinage (considering the present No Motto Type and the following Type with motto IN GOD WE TRUST added)has a unique distinction not accorded any other United States coin type or denomination. Specimens were struck from time to time in each ofthe seven different United States mints: Philadelphia, Carson City, Charlotte, Dahlonega, Denver, New Orleans, and San Francisco.

The type set collector will have no problem acquiring one of the more plentiful Philadelphia Mint dates in any desired grade from Very Finethrough AU, with a typical grade encountered being Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Uncirculated pieces are scarce, and Gem Uncirculated coinssuch as this Finest Certified specimen are very rare. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$24,000 - 26,000

WONDERFUL 1843-O LARGE LETTERS $5.00

3381 1843-O. Large letters. NGC graded MS-64. A fabulous example displaying a nice detailed strike including full star radials and intenselyfrosty mint surfaces. We note some mint caused stray "hay" marks scattered about with a touch of delicate golden toning deepening just a bitabout the borders. We will pass briefly over the details in the strike, for this coin is above-average in terms of the detail seen on the fewknown Mint State New Orleans minted half eagles, with full sharp stars, marginal softness at the centers, but highly detailed where it counts.A "fresh" and very choice example of this "O" mint rarity. We hardly need to just what a special coin this is, and how much attention it willattract from bidders near and far. A total of 82,000 minted of both varieties. Pop 8; 1 finer in 65. (PCGS # 8216) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$20,000 - 25,000

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3382 1844. NGC graded MS-61. Well struck and untoned. Surfacesdisplay a degree of subdued luster and attractive golden colorconsistent with the grade. A rarity in Uncirculated despite asomewhat generous mintage of 340,330 pieces. Sharply struckand choice for the assigned grade. Pop 11; 20 finer, 8 in 62, 12 in63. (PCGS # 8219) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,400

1845 $5 LIBERTY

3383 1845. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and shimmering with lustrous semi-reflective surfaces. A very choice example that sits high in thecondition census. (Note, smudging on the PCGS holder precludes a clearer photographic image of the reverse on this coin.) Highly lustrousexamples like this are extreme rarities and with satiny medium gold surfaces this one displays warm shimmering iridescence. Sharply struck.Surprisingly rare in Mint State despite a seemingly munificent mintage for the date of 417,099 pieces. Beyond doubt, a pleasing example ofthe date, high Condition Census, a coin of importance to numismatics, exceeded in quality by none other of which we are aware.

The style, variously called the Braided Hair, Coronet, or Liberty Head motif, is by mint engraver Christian Gobrecht and features a smallhead of Liberty with her hair styled compactly, tied at the back into a bun with a string of beads. She wears a coronet inscribed LIBERTY.Thirteen stars surround the border, and the date is below. The Liberty Head motif by underwent several modifications, and a study of thevarious forms used in the early days can be quite fascinating.

The reverse by Gobrecht shows an eagle with a shield on its breast, perched on an olive branch and holding three arrows. The inscriptionUNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FIVE D. surrounds. The denomination would not be spelled out in its entirety on $5 gold pieces until 1908when the Indian head was introduced. Pop 10; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 8223) Estimated Value ...................................................................................................................................................................................................$8,000 - 9,000

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1846 LARGE DATE $5.00 GOLD

3384 1846. Large Date. NGC graded MS-64. A gorgeousuntoned example and boldly struck throughout. Highlylustrous vivid gold with traces of reflectivity on both sidesinterspersed with the mint frost. Considerably scarcer inMint condition than its mintage of 395,942 pieces wouldlead one to expect. Most circulated; most known specimensrange from Very Fine to Extremely Fine, to which can beadded a scattering of About Uncirculated pieces. The pres-ent coin, graded MS-64, stands with only two others in thistop grade quality among and is one of the nicest looking1846 half eagles of which we are aware. Even the famousHarry Bass was able to locate only a Mint State 63 afteryears of aggressive buying. This may represent a once-in-a-decade opportunity for bidders. Pop 3; none finer. (PCGS# 8226)

Events of the day: on June 19, 1846, a New York Knicker-bocker baseball player, Davis by name, was fined 6 centsfor swearing at the umpire. The umpire happened to beAlexander J. Cartwright, a bewhiskered surveyor, who hadoriginated modern baseball two years earlier. Estimated Value ...............................................$15,000 - 17,000

3385 1848. PCGS graded MS-63. Housed in an Old Green Holder.Well struck and fully lustrous, all lightly toned. A small chatter-mark at the eye and a light scuff across the cheek, well in keep-ing with the choice MS63 grade assigned by PCGS. With amintage of more than a quarter million pieces, one wouldexpect to see a fair number of high grade examples extant todayof this issue. That, however, is not the case and the 1848 is sel-dom seen above Extremely Fine. This is the year of the gold dis-covery in California. Pop 6; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 8236) Estimated Value .......................................................... $5,500 - 6,500

3386 1849. PCGS graded MS-61. A nice deep impression withunusual high rims. The golden lustrous surfaces are slightlyprooflike. A most popular year due to the California gold dis-covery. Pop 4; 2 finer in 62. (PCGS # 8240) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,800

3387 1851. NGC graded MS-61. Well struck and lightly toned. Satinygolden surfaces show rich natural frosted iridescence. Nicelystruck in the key areas including all but the first two stars.Much scarcer in Mint State than its mintage of 377,505 pieceswould hint at. Faint die cracks connect several of the obversestars, with an additional crack that connects one star to Liberty'shair at top right. Pop 29; 33 finer. (PCGS # 8246) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700

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3388 1852. PCGS graded MS-62. A bright, light golden, frosty mintexample. Some iridescence present. Sharply struck. Scarce at theMint State 62 level, as the PCGS numbers indicate. Not rare, butdefinitely scarce in Choice Uncirculated. The obverse numeralson the 1852 were impressed lightly in the die, and the 5 of thedate is open between the ball and cusp of the numeral. A diecrack unites the first four stars. Pop 34; 29 finer, 17 in 63, 12 in64. (PCGS # 8250) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200

MINT STATE 1853-D $5.00 GOLD

3389 1853-D. NGC graded MS-61. An untoned example exhibit-ing a nice bold even strike at centers with a minor scuff inthe luster before the face. Intense but still abundant frost,the coin brilliant with a soft golden color through whichbrighter gold radiance persists around the devices. Nicelystruck for the date, perhaps not entirely so at the rimswhich tend to lack detail on the dentils, but certainly a cointhat gets proper mention where completeness of design in aDahlonega Mint half eagle of this decade is almost impossi-ble to obtain. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder.Pop 19; 13finer, 6 in 62, 4 in 63, 3 in 64. Estimated Value ...................................................$6,000 - 6,500

3390 1854. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck and quite choice withdelicate golden-sunset toning. Has a faint graze in the frost atthe mouth. Dazzling luster with intense cartwheel effects on thesatiny surfaces. Nicely struck in almost all areas. Exceedinglychoice for the grade. Much rarer in About Uncirculated or finerthan its somewhat sizeable mintage of 160,675 pieces suggests.Half Eagles of the day were made strictly for utilitarian pur-poses, with no numismatic thoughts in mind, which is whywithin a few years nearly all examples were worn. Pop 8; 2finer in 64. (PCGS # 8256) Estimated Value .......................................................... $4,500 - 5,000

1855 $5 LIBERTY

3391 1855. PCGS graded MS-64. A splendid satiny mint beauty,well struck with unusually clean surfaces; all delicatelytoned. Light die clash visible at the chin and lips. This out-standing example ties with a handful of others for finestcertified in the reported population. The central devices aremuch bolder than average, in fact, this puts the HeritageJuly 2008 specimen, which sold for $14,375, deep into theshadows, since that coin was very weakly struck at centers.This coin is bold. Also, the fields here are just a few marksaway from Gem quality.

"As with many other mid-19th century gold issues, the1855 half eagle is available in circulated condition buthighly elusive with no trace of wear," explains the Heritagecataloger, which famous collectors like Harry Bass, were healive today, would not doubt concur. Pop 4; none finer atPCGS. (PCGS # 8261) Estimated Value .................................................$9,000 - 10,000

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GOLDEN TONED 1856-D $5.00 GOLD

3392 1856-D. PCGS graded MS-63. An intensely lustrous beautyexhibiting rich golden sunset colors. The borders are niceand wide with most of the stars fully defined while the cen-teres are a trifle soft as made. Only 19,786 pieces minted.

The 1856-C is a rare half eagle delivery of the CharlotteMint. The issue ranks sixth in overall ranking among the 24deliveries in this series. The strike is about as one couldrealistically expect for a gold coin from this coinage facility.There are a few central areas where incompleteness ofdetail can be seen on both sides. Warm color as mentionedflows over soft, satiny luster. With none but the most trivialabrasions scattered about, this coin is markedly choicerthan the typically offered Mint State survivor with manydetracting marks. Pop 3; 3 in MS64. (PCGS # 8268) Estimated Value ...............................................$17,000 - 19,000

1857 $5 LIBERTY

3393 1857. PCGS graded MS-64. A very choice specimen exhibit-ing full mint bloom color and rich frosty mint luster. Thishandsome Liberty $5 has been off the market since 2005where it appeared in a Heritage sale (Nov. 2005) describedas: "One of the very finest graded of this date, and a beautifulcoin in every way. Note the quality of the strike, with fulland complete curls on Liberty, and each star boasting strongradial lines. Similar on the reverse, where the eagle's clawsare complete and even the thigh feathers display bold defini-tion. The surfaces however, are where this coin reallyshines…Despite the adequate mintage of 98,180 pieces, thesewere not saved in quantity at the time of issue, and hencevery few Choice coins are known today. We do note a com-plex scuff below Liberty's eye which extends in a broken lineto her nose, and this very shallow event probably kept thiscoin from a much higher grade. Nevertheless, this is a stun-ning example for the specialist, and a coin worthy of the fin-est collection." Pop 3; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 8271) Estimated Value ................................................. $9,000 - 10,000

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3394 1858. NGC graded MS-60. A rare date that is seldom seen ingrades above VF. Copious amounts of mint luster justify thegrade. Only 15,136 pieces struck. A well detailed example ofthis elusive P-mint date. Bright and lustrous with no signs oftoning. Typical surfaces to examine as a few ticks are found.The strike is razor-sharp on the uppermost curls, and also sharpon the stars, eagle, shield and lettering.

Business activity worldwide slowed in 1857-58 before rebound-ing into the early 1860s, and demand for gold coinage presum-ably fell. Add to this, the gathering clouds of war between theNorth and the South and one begins to understand why veryfew Mint States are in existence today. Pop 3; 10 finer. (PCGS #8276) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200

SHARPLY STRUCK 1858-C $5 LIBERTY

3395 1858-C. NGC graded MS-63. A needle sharp strike on aslightly defective planchet (note some roughness in thereverse fields) and untoned. The 1858-C is a relativelyobtainable issue in all grades but that does not mean it isfrequent in Mint condition, not by a country mile! ChoiceMint State pieces, in particular, are highly prized items andwhen available, tend to be the focus of strong biddingactivity. The striking details are prominent for their crisp-ness here. There is some minor weakening in the dentils onthe obverse and reverse; centers are extremely bold. In linewith the MS63 grade, the fields are bright and frosty with aslightly reflective sheen. The only significant surface marksare, as already described, a few rough areas around theeagle (done at the time of minting, more likely than not);otherwise there are no flaws, tarnish streaks, or edgebumps. In short, a very respectable high grade example. Ifyou have allotted yourself only one C or D mint gold coinpurchase out of this sale, and desire a choice one, then wedirect your attention to the present 1858-C half eagle as itmakes it a good candidate for such a purchase. Pop 2; 1finer by a point. (PCGS # 8277) Estimated Value ...............................................$15,000 - 17,000

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1861 $5 LIBERTY

3396 1861. NGC graded MS-65. Star. A splendid beauty! Well struck, frosty, and exhibits rich full mint bloom colors. Well deserving of the star rat-ing and low population. Extraordinarily sharp strike with golden luster careening across the surface is what you discover once you startexamining this handsome coin under magnification. All stars are 100% sharp, as is the eagle's neck. Indeed, so is every central detail fullydefined on this remarkable Gem! A few discrete marks keep it from winning a grade in the superb gem category but just barely. The 1861 halfeagle issue has the second highest mintage of any No Motto half eagle, 688,084 struck, yet very few survive in gem condition (see below).

From the Harry Bass website research notes on 1861, we learn that the date logotype for the year is in "small numerals widely spaced, the gen-eral style employed since 1859." On the present die the logotype was fairly lightly impressed -- although very distinctly -- and somewhat lowand to the left. Pop 2; 2 finer in 66. (PCGS # 8288) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$18,000 - 19,000

$5 Liberty/With Motto

3397 1866. With motto. PCGS graded AU-50. Low mintage of 6,730.Has a long mark by the chin. Bold hair and complete stars com-pensate, as do choice rims on both sides. A scarce post-CivilWar P-mint half eagle. Pop 6; 9 finer, 2 in 53, 5 in 55, 1 in 58, 1in 61. (PCGS # 8311) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,300 - 2,500

RARE 1868 $5 LIBERTY

3398 1868. NGC graded AU-58. Well struck and a pleasinggolden-orange in color. Plenty of mint luster remainswithin the protected areas. A rare low mintage date as amere 5,700 were coined. Most survivors are in much lowergrades (VF or the occasional EF). This explains the lowNGC census: Pop 14; 1 in 61, 1 in 62. (PCGS # 8315) Estimated Value ...................................................$5,500 - 6,000

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3399 1869-S. PCGS graded Good-4. Only 31,000 minted. Even wearand problem free. Pop 1. (PCGS # 8318) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325


3400 1883-CC. ANACS graded EF-45. Mostly untoned with slightlyreflective surfaces. We note some marks about the obverse bor-ders. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

ULTRA CAMEO PROOF 1885 $5 LIBERTY

3401 1885. NGC graded Proof 64 Ultra Cameo. A gorgeous untoned brilliant proof example with outstanding cameo contrast. Only 66 proofsminted. Bright golden color graces the surface of the obverse and reverse, accenting the "ultra" frosted lettering and devices. This coin retainsinfinite eye appeal and virtual-gem surfaces in every way. For identification purposes, there is a short tone streak or drift mark on the left sideof the reverse running on the diagonal (Other specimens reported of the 1885 issue have similar drift marks.)

According to a researcher at Stack's "the Philadelphia Mint achieved the fashionable orange-peel fields through a secret process. This is quiteremarkable to study, the fields appear perfectly reflective to the unaided eye, but when a magnifier is used, the fields break up into tiny inter-locking facets which have an appearance similar to sun dried mud which has cracked into millions of fragments. This coining technique wasperfected on Proof gold coinage of the period, and probably involved a combination of striking pressure and highly polished dies (on thefields), while the devices and lettering were frosted using a short acid bath to create the textured or frosty appearance. The combination of thefrosted devices and mirror fields produces the Cameo effect, which is quite strong on the first few coins struck from the dies…" It is definitely"ultra" as seen on the present coin! A marvel of coin manufacture. Pop 2; 7 finer, 1 in 65, 3 in 66, 3 in 67. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$13,000 - 14,000

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3402 1890-CC. NGC graded AU-58. A pleasing untoned exampleshowing extensive mint luster. Mintage of 53,800. Lustrous.(PCGS # 8376) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 625

3403 1891-CC. NGC graded AU-53. Well struck and untoned. Quitepleasing for the grade. Luster around the main devices. Desir-able CC-mint issue. (PCGS # 8378) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 625

3404 1891-CC. Sharpness of MS-60. We note some faint obversescratches, all lightly toned and lustrous. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 550

3405 1894-O. PCGS graded AU-50. Light rose color toning restswithin the protected areas. Small mark below eye. Scarcer O-mint issue: Only 16,600 struck. (PCGS # 8388) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

3406 1895. PCGS graded MS-62. A pleasing untoned example, frostyluster. (PCGS # 8390) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450


3407 1899. PCGS graded MS-62. Frosty and lightly toned. Has aminor scuff in the left obverse field. (PCGS # 8398) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450

3408 1900. PCGS graded MS-62. Delicately toned. Unlike some laterhalf eagle which are not quite fully struck in the hair and stars,this marvel of precision minting shows all regions crisplydetailed. (PCGS # 8400) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425


3409 1901. NGC graded MS-63. Brilliant and untoned, choice withfrosty luster typical for the P-mint issue this year. (PCGS #8402) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

3410 1901-S. MS-60 Plus. Nice golden toning. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 325

CAMEO PROOF 1906 $5 LIBERTY

3411 1906. NGC graded Proof 63 Cameo. A brilliant cameoexample, untoned with some minor hairlines. The Proof1906 half eagle, though not considered rare, is an infre-quently offered coin. Fewer than 100 Proofs were producedand its actual rarity is on a level with other dates with mint-ages in the same range. We are pleased to offer this choicepiece at public auction, and a quick scan of records fromother companies shows that the 1906 half eagle has comeup for sale on average no more than a few times per yearover the past 25 years. The fields are well mirrored, and onthis coin the devices display a fair amount of mint frost thatgives it the classic two-toned appearance of a Cameo Proof.Close examination shows a few light hairlines and one ortwo very faint marks (the latter on Liberty's chin); but thereare no other post-striking impairments worth mentioning.For pedigree purposes, there is a shallow, barely noticeablemark directly below the 9th star. Bright golden color with-out toning is seen over each side. An opportunity for thegold specialist. Only 85 proofs minted. Pop 5; 24 finer inCameo. (PCGS # 88501) Estimated Value ...................................................$6,500 - 7,000

3412 1906-D. AU-50. Minor obverse scratch is noted. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

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3413 1907. NGC graded MS-62. A lustrous example. Liberty halfeagles spanned the decades from 1839 to 1908. (PCGS # 8416) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

$5 Indian

3414 1909. Numistrust graded MS-64. Our grade is MS-62. Nicelytoned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

3415 1909-D. PCGS graded MS-62. Pleasing rose-gold toning andquite lustrous. (PCGS # 8514) Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750


3416 1909-D. MS-60 Plus. Frosted luster with normal bagmarks. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

3417 1910. Sharpness of Extremely Fine. Cleaned with a few nicks.Also includes: 2003-S 50¢ ICG PF-70 DCAM. Estimated Value ................................................................ $150 - 160

3418 1912. PCGS graded MS-61. Attractive golden toning. Struckusing a first-of-its-kind "recessed relief" minting process.(PCGS # 8523) Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450

3419 1912. NGC graded AU-55. (PCGS # 8523) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

3420 A trio of $5.00 Gold Coins. Consists of: 1897, 1903-S and 1914-D. All coins grade Extremely Fine. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

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$10 Capped Bust

1796 $10 CAPPED BUST BD-1, RARITY 4

3421 1796. NGC graded AU-58. Well struck and exhibits beautiful semi-reflective surfaces. Delicate sunset golden toning rests about the surfaceson both sides.

Just one die variety is known for the 1796 capped bust eagle. The obverse stars total 16, reflecting Tennessee's admittance as a new state,arranged 8 + 8. LIBERTY is positioned higher on the obverse than on the 1795 varieties, starting from the peak of Liberty's cap (farther leftthan on the 1795 coin) and ending adjacent her forelocks. The palm branch on the reverse now bears 11 leaves instead of 13 or nine as in 1795.The mintage is 4,146.

Here is a rare coin in About Uncirculated 58 condition. The surfaces retain much of the original luster and we note virtually no signs of theusual scattered ticks on either sides. Indeed, the surface is as clear and choice as any found on a 1796 early Eagle in this grade! Struck on a per-fect planchet with smooth, even surfaces on both sides, noticeable both in the fields and on the devices, which lends immensely to the plea-sure of studying it with a magnifying glass. If one wanted to pick out a point of reference, then perhaps a thin hairline through the eagle'sneck extending toward the right wing might be offered. Hardly surprising on a coin fast approaching 214 years old. Adjustment marks arealso not an issue on the smooth surfaces. Regarding this date, the clearest details are found throughout the peripheral areas such as the stars,lettering and rim dentils, but also encompassing the key centers which are crystal clear as noted in the cap folds and hair waves, the eagle'swing and chest feathers. There is a good chance that this coin is well within the top few known of the grade in terms of eye-appeal as well asthe aforementioned untouched surfaces (certainly of those certified). It would make a worthy acquisition by a specialist in the series, or a datecollector who wants an extraordinary example of this early small eagle $10 offering superb aesthetic appeal as well as sharp technical quality.A very special example of the Small Eagle Type. Pop 28; 16 finer, 1 in 60, 9 in 61, 4 in 62, 2 in 63. (PCGS # 8554)

Die State: Struck from the only die marriage known for the date, this is from a middle die state where a faint progressive die crack forms ver-tically through the bust from the cap to the base of the bust above and (later) strengthens to the right of the 9 in the date. Much later still, afterthe reverse was used to coin issues of 1797, these two dies were recombined to strike more examples, both dies then showing advanced dete-rioration with additional cracks. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$60,000 - 65,000

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3422 1799. NGC graded MS-62. Well struck with some "chatter" marks in the obverse field. Production of gold Eagles improved to 37,449 coins for1799, giving this issue of capped bust eagle the second highest mintage for the series. While all of the obverse dies of 1799 bear 13 starsarranged eight and five, two different star punch sizes were used; the resulting varieties are known as Small Stars and Large Stars. Thenumerals in the date are spaced variously: Some coins have a Close Date, some a Wide Date, and others an Irregular Date. Ten die varietiesare known for 1799, representing the combinations of five obverse dies and seven reverse dies. BD-7 uses the Small Stars obverse in which the17 in the date is tilted right, while star 13 is away from the ribbon and another star is away from the beak.

The 1799 is among the more frequently encountered Eagles of this classic 18th century/early 19th century type, a mentioned, being the sec-ond most common Capped Bust Right $10 after the 1801. Yet, all pre-1838 U.S. gold Eagles are rare from an absolute point of view, the survi-vors being narrowed to possibly 1% to 2% of the original mintage. This is certainly the case with the popular 1799 issue, and the rarity ofsurvivors such as the present Mint State 62 is a constant reminder to specialists in the series.

Solidly graded for the issue, this lustrous coin ranks with a fair number of other representatives at or around this grade. A rich endowment ofgreenish-gold color attracts the viewer on both sides, and it is fully appreciable even after a perfunctory glance at the surfaces. Also readilyvisible is a mint luster that precludes even a hint of friction on the high points. A sharply struck, well preserved offering that would make aappropriate addition to an early type set of U.S. gold. Pop 43; 114 finer, 61 in 63, 48 in 64, 5 in 65. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$25,000 - 30,000

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1800 $10 CAPPED BUST BD-1, RARITY 3+

3423 1800. NGC graded AU-55. A late die state with some crumbling about the obverse denticles. We also note some adjustment marks about thereverse rims. Production fell in 1800, with 5,999 1800 capped bust eagles believed struck. Just a single die variety is known. The obverse diebroke early, Breen notes, possibly ending production early.

A fair quotient of luster still adheres. Reasonable well struck with considerable aesthetic appeal. This is the only die variety of the date. Thereverse die was reused in 1801 with this example, from a late die state, being struck after the 1801 issues. Not as common as the 1799 or 1801-dated issues, this is a plentiful issue all the same in spite of its mintage, with a number of higher end examples known. Of course, in an abso-lute sense all 1800-dated $10 pieces are rare. Indeed, in the past, this 1800-dated issue has been catalogued as a rare issue, perhaps because itis the only variety known for the year.

Star 7 on the obverse is sharply double punched. Some obverse and reverse cracks. Most noticeable is an obverse crack through the tops ofLIBERTY and stars 9 and 10. Minor die crumbling, as noted, on the obverse border at 3:00. Pop 22; 67 finer. (PCGS # 8563) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$15,000 - 16,000


3424 1801. NGC graded MS-61. Well struck in honey color gold. A fertile layer of healthy mint bloom evenly spreads evenly over both the obverseand reverse of this well struck 1801 specimen. Particularly strong are the hair curls, shield detail, scroll definition, and we see precision in thestrike at the feathers as well. All further enhanced by the brilliant surfaces. This specimens seems to have escaped nearly all adjustment,which categorically warrants mention. We note a trace of adjustment lines at the lower curve of the bust as well as a few faint lines through LIof LIBERTY. There is a shallow depression (as made) near the cheek and lips. This is a presentable example of the date. We therefore can con-fidently proclaim that the luster coin offered here is easily among the more attractive 1801 Eagles extant. Pop 63; 145 finer. (PCGS # 8564)

Die diagnostics: Points that define this variety include star 8 near the cap with two points pointing to it; star 13 is near the bust. Dannreutherestimates mintage at from 30,000 to 40,000 (out of a total 44,344 total for the date), noting, "this is the most available early eagle variety, as thedies were among the most productive of the type." Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$20,000 - 22,000

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1803 $10 CAPPED BUST. SMALL REVERSE STARS BD-3, RARITY 4

3425 1803. Small reverse stars. PCGS graded AU-58. A golden beauty loaded with luster and eye-appeal. Beginning with coins dated 1797, theHeraldic Eagle reverse (first used in the gold series on the 1796 $2.50) was paired to the obverse style used earlier. In keeping with silver andother gold denominations of the early 19th century, the reverse, adapted from the Great Seal of the United States, depicts an eagle with ashield on its breast, holding in its talons a bundle of arrows and an olive branch and in its beak a ribbon inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM. Agalaxy of stars and an line of clouds is above. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds. There is no mark of denominationor value.

The obverse remained the same as the 1795-1797 style, except that the star configuration varies on certain issues. The type set collector seekinga representative coin of the era will find that issues of 1799, 1800, 1801, or 1803 will be the most likely candidates. Examples are typicallyfound in Very Fine to About Uncirculated condition and some, like the present 1803, are extremely attractive. Pop 27; 60 finer. (PCGS # 8565)

Die characteristics: On BD-3, the upper beak is near the star point; the right foot of E in STATES over a cloud space. Danreuthers estimates nomore than 150 to 200 are known (Rarity-4), with 93 auction appearances between 1990 and 2005. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$16,000 - 18,000

1803 $10 CAPPED BUST. EXTRA STAR BD-5, RARITY 4+

3426 1803. Extra star. NGC graded AU-55. We note some minor marks about the rims at 10:00 o'clock. We recommend viewing this coin beforebidding. Rose color toning rests about the devices. Definitely attractive all the same with sharp interior design details, slightly stronger thanaverage along the borders where the stars are well formed. Of course, any other AU-55 coin in existence would by definition have a few sur-face marks, so mentioning them may be a waste of space. Pop 6; 36 finer.

The Philadelphia Mint struck an estimated 15,017 1803 capped bust eagles from a single obverse die and several different reverse dies. Thereverses are known with Small Stars and Large Stars. This one variety for the Large Stars has faint traces of a fourteenth star punched into acloud! Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$13,000 - 14,000

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$10 Liberty/No Motto

3427 1842-O. NGC graded AU-55. Nice golden toning on both sides.27,400 struck. Collectors will affirm (after seeing this coin's pho-tographs) that very few early O-mint Eagles look as bold andoriginal as this one. The coin boasts nice, even shades of color,has only minimally abraded fields and devices, and best of all,the rims are unbroken by marks or bumps (a major plus for col-lectors). Any rug is limited to the high points of the hair andfeathers, pointing to the lightly circulated condition in a datethat is normally found much more worn. Examination also con-firms the grade, there being no areas that criticism needs tofocus on. One to expand the collection of any devoted No Mottobuyer hoping to lock-in a choice New Orleans Mint 1842 ten.Pop 27; 22 finer. (PCGS # 8587) Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,000 - 3,300

3428 1851-O. PCGS graded AU-53 PQ. Hints of delicate golden ton-ing adds to this coin's appeal. A Premium Quality coin for thegrade, frosty and attractive. Pop 32; 55 finer. (PCGS # 8607) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,200

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IMPORTANT 1876-CC $10.00 GOLD

3429 1876-CC. NGC graded AU-53. A hint of light toning. Very rare date. Only 4,696 struck. This lovely coin joins others in the Carson City Mintpantheon that have a shot at Condition Census class in being every attractive. Pre-eminent figures of the past in the collecting of Americangold coins and research were always attracted to CC-mint gold, as they are today. This coin stands as one of the most admired due to its asso-ciation with the Centennial year of American independence, 1876.

The coin is natural dusky gold with the uncleaned appearance collectors respect and the grading service rewards. A prized grade rarity,examples are apt to be encountered in Very Fine grade. The Winter-Cutler reference notes: "From the standpoint of overall rarity, the 1876-CCis among the rarest of all eagles struck at this mint." Once the AU level is attained for this date, you have reached the pinnacle of the gradingcurve; there are no known Mint State examples. Pop 10; 8 in AU55; 3 in AU58. (PCGS # 8675)

Die note: Date logotype fully impressed, with numerals centered horizontally and vertically. The left edge of lower serif of 1 over left side ofdentil. Die artifacts around first few stars. Reverse CC mintmark high and lightly impressed, both letters on the same plane with nearly a let-ter's space between E and N below, second C close to and nearly completely under tip of arrow feather above, just to right of center of Nbelow. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$17,000 - 19,000

SCARCE 1877-S $10.00 GOLD

3430 1877-S. NGC graded AU-58. In NGC holder 9173901-008.Rich coppery-golden color. All three mints then in opera-tion struck Eagles in 1877, but only in low numbers. Thedistinctive San Francisco pieces are all very well executedand, when lustrous, have nice frosty surface as those seenhere. Most of the original mintage was not saved, and onlya relative few examples are certified in Mint State by eitherNGC or PCGS. Straw-gold blending into nice rich warmorange-gold color, where glimpses of luster persist withinand around all devices extending well into the field on bothsides. A couple of minor scuffs at the date with a distur-bance in the luster below the first A in AMERICA on thereverse. Only 17,000 struck. Pop 13; 2 finer with 1 in 60, 1in 61. (PCGS # 8679) Estimated Value .................................................$9,000 - 10,000

3431 1879. EF-40. Together with: $10.00 1881 sharpness of EF pol-ished. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $850 - 900

3432 1886-S. Sharpness of Very Fine. Worn as jewelry. Estimated Value ................................................................ $425 - 450

3433 1893-S. PCGS graded MS-61. A frosty example; were this an1893-S Morgan dollar in the same grade it would be priced at50x this coin's value! Attractive surfaces for the grade. Mintage:141,350. (PCGS # 8728) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 625

3434 1894. PCGS graded MS-62. Frosty and toned; light bagmarks asusual, the most noticeable of which is above the second T inSTATES. (PCGS # 8729) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

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3435 1894. PCGS graded MS-62. Frosty with delicate golden toning.(PCGS # 8729) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 650

3436 1898. PCGS graded AU-55. Nice even light golden toning.(PCGS # 8740) Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525


CHOICE CAMEO PROOF 1901 $10 LIBERTY

3437 1901. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo. A golden-orangebeauty glittering with mirror surfaces and cameo devices.Some minor hairlines scattered about. A splendid turn-of-the-century Gold Eagle, each side is certified as choice bythe grading service. Proof gold coins of 1901 are slightlymore frosted on the devices than those of adjacent yearsdue to minor changes in the way the coins were produced.Estimated survival rates and auction frequency are bothconsistent with the various mintages for this post-1900period. Only 85 Proofs struck. Pop 1; 3 finer. (PCGS #88841) Estimated Value ...................................................$8,500 - 9,000

3438 1906-D. NGC graded MS-61. Lovely rose-gold color toningover frosty surfaces. First Denver Mint year of issue. (PCGS #8760) Estimated Value ................................................................ $600 - 625


3439 1906-S. AU-58. Delicately toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $525 - 550

$10 Indian

3440 1911. PCGS graded MS-62. Delicately toned. Lustrous fieldsand devices. (PCGS # 8868) Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800


3441 1914-D and $2.50 1911. Coins grade Extremely Fine. Lot of 2coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 675

3442 1926. PCGS graded MS-63. Lovely golden mint bloom colors;brimful of luster top to bottom. A few tiny marks on the face,eye and lips. The perfect date for a gold Type Set. (PCGS #8882) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

3443 1932. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. Attractive light golden toningon both sides, frosty, beaming. Whereas a 1932 double eagle isextremely expensive, the 1932 $10 eagle is well within the reachof the everyday collector looking to own a coin right out of theGreat Depression. In an old green label holder. (PCGS # 8884) Estimated Value ................................................................ $800 - 850

3444 A trio of $10.00 Indians. Consists of: 1908 no motto, 1910-D and1926. All are brilliant Almost Uncirculated,examples. Lot of 3coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

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$20 Liberty/No Motto

HIGH GRADE 1851 $20 LIBERTY

3445 1851. PCGS graded MS-62. Well struck with lustrous sur-faces which are slightly reflective and light golden in color.A small mark below the eye serves as identification for thisparticular specimen. The coin's gleaming bright fields riseand fall with original golden mint bloom. Against this areset serious, frosty elements, clearly seen on Liberty. Defi-ciency isn't in the cards when it comes to this coin's detail;in fact, outstanding is the word we would choose todescribe the striking detail on the main stars and centralfeatures, with only minor flattening on a couple of theupper stars in the array of 13 on the obverse. Pop 55; 11 in63, 2 in 64. (PCGS # 8904) Estimated Value ...................................................$7,500 - 8,000

3446 1851-O. PCGS graded VF-35. Pleasing golden toning; unevenstrike at top causes the stars and rim dentils to fade out. (PCGS# 8905) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,500


3447 1852. PCGS graded EF-40. Evenly worn with some scatteredmarks on the obverse. (PCGS # 8906) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150


3448 1853. PCGS graded AU-53. Delicate golden toning rests withinthe devices, there is ample evidence of original luster. Choicesurfaces throughout. Clearly, our consignor knew a thing ortwo about hand-picking his gold coins if this handsome twentyis an indication. (PCGS # 8908) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250


3449 1855. PCGS graded EF-45. Well struck with traces of luster andall, lightly toned. Pop 61. (PCGS # 8914) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

3450 1862-S. NGC graded AU-58. Mostly untoned with lots of mintluster intact, upwards of 95% coverage, in fact, with the softgolden glow covering the devices and extending across thefields. Both sides show evidence of their careful handling sincefalling into collectors'hands. Desirable Civil War period coin.And while gold pieces were hoarded in the war-torn East, outWest, it was business as usual -- which is why these large piecesare generally found well circulated today. Pop 134; 32 finer.(PCGS # 8938) Estimated Value .......................................................... $4,000 - 4,400

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MINT STATE 1863-S $20 LIBERTY

3451 1863-S. NGC graded MS-60. A well struck example, fullylustrous with very few marks for this grade. Splendidlyoriginal, both sides of this fresh-golden example exhibitoscillating frosted effects. According to our observations,including the key highpoints of Liberty's hair curls and theeagle's wings, the strike is above-average, in fact sharp, inall areas, evidence of the San Francisco Mint's meticulousworkmanship in this decade. Rarely offered aboveExtremely Fine grades. Pop 10; 56 finer at NGC of nonshipwrecked coins. (PCGS # 8940) Estimated Value ...................................................$5,000 - 5,500


3452 1870-S. PCGS graded VF-35. Lightly toned and moderatelyworn from its use in circulation. While gold wasn't plentiful onthe East Coast in the 1870s, it did circulate widely West of theRocky Mountains as the main high-value currency. (PCGS #8959) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

3453 1873. Open 3. VF-20. Toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 925


3454 1876-CC. PCGS "Genuine" Filed Rims. Our grade is sharpnessof EF-45. (PCGS # 8977) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,200

3455 1882, 1886, 1897 and 1899. Coins will grade VF to EF. Lot of 4coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,650


3456 1882-CC. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is VF-30,lightly tonedwith a copper color streak on the reverse. Only 39,140 struck.(PCGS # 8997) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,400

3457 1888 and 1895. Each EF-45. Each naturally toned. The 1888 is aslightly better date. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,900


3458 1893-S. PCGS graded MS-63. Desirable light golden toning andquite nice for the grade. Pop 1205. (PCGS # 9024) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,800 - 2,900

3459 1895. PCGS graded MS-62. Light golden toning. Typicalsmooth (and attractive) frostiness as seen on most Philly Mint$20s in the 1890s. (PCGS # 9027) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,200 - 1,250

3460 1895. NGC graded MS-62. Brilliant and untoned. (PCGS #9027) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

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3461 1895. AU-55. We note a few scratches on the check, still pleasingand frosty. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

3462 1896. PCGS graded MS-62. Rich golden mint luster, thoughsome scuffing on the cheek which takes a point away from thegrade. (PCGS # 9029) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200


3463 1896. PCGS graded MS-62. Frosty with light golden toning.(PCGS # 9029) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200


3464 1896. PCGS graded MS-61. Frosty mint luster. (PCGS # 9029) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150


3465 1896. Sharpness of MS-60 plus. Sharp bold strike, we notesome discoloration on Liberty's cheek. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

3466 1896-S and 1906-S. Each VF-25. Each naturally toned. Lot of 2coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,850


3467 1896-S. NGC graded MS-62. Attractive subdued rose gold ton-ing is delicately displayed on both sides. Frosty S-mint coin.(PCGS # 9030) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

3468 1896-S. PCGS graded AU-58. (PCGS # 9030) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

3469 1898-S. PCGS graded MS-61. Nice golden toning with lusterstill visible. (PCGS # 9034) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150


3470 1899 and 1901. Each AU-50. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,850 - 1,900


3471 1900. NGC graded MS-61. Frosty with original toning on bothsides. Carries only a small % premium over its melt value.(PCGS # 9037) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3472 1900. AU-58. A few too many minor marks and dark specks forus to grade strictly Mint State. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

3473 1900-S. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is AU-55. (PCGS # 9038) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


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LOVELY GEM PROOF 1902 $20 LIBERTY

3474 1902. NGC graded Proof 65. A gem all brilliant Proof example and warm golden-orange in color. Only 114 proofs struck. The display ofwarm golden toning ingratiates itself over both sides. Exceedingly choice for the grade, 1902 also happens to be a rare date as a Proof withfew of the pieces struck 106 years ago in this outstanding Gem condition. Of the original number perhaps 30 or 40 still remain locked away incollections, high grade examples being especially rare (just run your vision over the supplied population figures at the end of this text). Weare under the certain presumption that 1902 deserves exclusive mention, due in part to the scarcity of existing business strike population fig-ures, but chiefly from the paucity of certified samples from the main the grading services.

This is an attractive piece that shows some light field-to-device contrast but not enough to give it a cameo dimension. The deep, watery mir-rored fields display a plethora of visible mint sparkle and dancing light when the coin is tilted at various angles, a common occurrence for thefew remaining high grade Liberty double eagles. All things considered, a very attractive example of a very elusive year. Pop 1; 2 finer, 1 in 65star, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 9118)

How to explain the so-called "orange peel" surface on America's Proof gold coins? After the dies are hubbed and the date is applied, the die isgiven multiple polishes with progressively finer and finer polish. The last polish given to the dies prior to being hardened gives the field asurface quite like a mirror. This is the deepest mirror attainable on the dies. When the die is hardened, the metal shrinks slightly creating awavy effect on the polished surfaces. It looks somewhat like the surface of an orange. When you see orange peel on a Proof issue like this 1902$20 you can be sure that it is one of the first examples struck from those dies. Later polishing to the already hardened dies will produce a flat-ter and shallower mirror. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 55,000

3475 1902. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is AU-58, we note somemoderate "chatter" marks in the obverse field. Only 31,140struck, a most difficult date to acquire. (PCGS # 9041) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

3476 1903. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Both sides display a touch oflight golden to pinkish rose toning. In an old green label holder.What is most noticeable when one first examines this twenty isits swirling mint luster -- it bounces from side-to-side unim-peded by heavy abrasions and unscathed by even a hint of cop-per spotting (that bane of twenty-dollar gold pieces). Aspecimen of singular beauty and desirability to the collector.(PCGS # 9043) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,100

3477 1904. NGC graded MS-63. A nice untoned mint state example,well struck, lustrous. Starting at the stars and working inwards,we see that every device is smartly struck by the dies. Turningnext to the reverse, everything from the center outwards contin-ues the same theme of excellence and sharp detail, as consistentwith this date and mint. (PCGS # 9045) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,750 - 1,800

3478 1904. MS-60. Lots of tiny contact marks, still Mint State. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3479 1904. Sharpness of About Uncirculated. Lightly cleaned butstill shows satin luster around the devices. Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,000

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3480 1904. MS-60 Plus. Light golden toning. Lustrous well struckcoin. (PCGS # 9045) Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,000

3481 1904-S. EF-45. Together with: $5.00 1898-S Fine 15. Lot of 2coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050

3482 1906. MS-60 Plus. Some light hairlines, probably from an oldcleaning, still quite nice looking. Low mintage date, 69,596struck. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3483 1907-D. NGC graded MS-62. Subtle golden hues are evident onboth sides of this final year $20 gold piece. Frosty. (PCGS #9053) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

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$20 St. Gaudens

AWESOME NGC PROOF 67 STAR 1907 HIGH RELIEF, WIRE RIM

3484 1907. High relief, Roman numerals, wire rim. NGC graded Proof 67. Star. A superb flawless pale golden gem with satiny smooth surfaceswhich are slightly reflective. Charles Barber was the Mint Engraver when the U.S. government, at the behest of Theodore Roosevelt, con-tracted with Augustus Saint-Gaudens to prepare designs for the proposed new $20 gold coin. It was Barber who supervised Proof MCMVIIHigh Relief double eagle production. Some Proofs were later sold out of Barber's estate. The Mint undoubtedly struck other pieces for presen-tation purposes, probably at several different times throughout the final two months of 1907. (Saint-Gaudens had died in August 1907.)

According to sources, unlike the circulation strike High Relief double eagles minted with the Roman Numerals date, which received threeimpressions from the dies (some say up to five), apparently the Proofs were struck seven times by dies inserted into the Mint's hydraulicmedal press in order to bring the features up to full detail. Many of the diagnostics of this beautiful issue in Proof are never found on thepieces meant for circulation.

The present Proof reveals random die polish lines (as prepared) in the fields. The grade confirms it as one of the finest Proof High Relief dou-ble eagles certified, and it is solidly within the top examples known for the issue. Both sides exhibit gorgeous surfaces and color, bold devices,no marks of any kind, and aesthetic appeal that leaves all others back in the dust. Both the obverse and the reverse are silent on the subject ofbothersome spots or discolored toning, a fact that one expects for the grade. Every element, every intricate feature of the design, is crisplymade, and the overall strike is for all intents and purposes full. This is truly a superb representative of Saint-Gaudens'High Relief $20 in Proofcondition and is identified by the NGC serial number on the holder: 191009-001. Pop 4; 2 finer, 1 in 68 star, 1 in 69.

Historic note: In the summer of 1907, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, who had been in failing health for some time, took a turn for the worse, and inAugust he died. Ironically, he never lived to see examples of his own double eagle design. After President Roosevelt had been appeased bythe striking of 11,250 High Relief coins and an unknown number of Proofs of the same Type, the Mint obtained permission to revise itsdesign, wherein the relief was lowered drastically, the Roman numerals purged from the obverse, and more familiar numeral punches usedin their place. This was amenable to high-speed production and from then to the end of the series in 1933 Double Eagles were so made.

Today, the MCMVII issues of 1907 are highly cherished by collectors and are among the favorites in all American numismatics. Proofs are thecrème de la crème of the year. It came as no surprise, then when the Treasury Department proposed issuing new gold bullion coins in 1986,no finer design could be devised than to recreate Augustus Saint-Gaudens'80-year-old masterpiece. The mint even incorporated the Romannumerals. Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$100,000 - 110,000

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SUPERB NGC MS-67 STAR 1907 HIGH RELIEF, WIRE RIM

3485 1907. High relief, Roman numerals, wire rim. NGC graded MS-67. Star. A stunning superb gem example exhibiting beaming golden yellowsurfaces deepening at the extreme borders. A spectacular star-rated gem whose razor-sharp devices rise like a phoenix bird from the pure-as-gold satiny surface. The fields and devices glow with an almost surreal golden radiance due to the pristine nature of the surface; there are nei-ther handling marks nor spotting of any kind to impair coin's originality. If you as an advanced or specialist collector have been hankering fora first class example of America's most beautiful gold coin, one whose immense presence and technical excellence would be almost impossi-ble to improve on, you will want to ready a bid for this Mint State 67 High Relief. Superb!

As was true of the 1907 Indian designs for the $10 gold Eagle, the present Saint-Gaudens-inspired masterpiece was the end product of Presi-dent Theodore Roosevelt's orchestration with the most famous American sculptor at the time. As originally envisioned, the mint would redothe entire spectrum of American coinage from the lowly bronze one-cent piece through the noble golden double eagle. In correspondence,Saint-Gaudens felt the 1857 Flying Eagle cent was the finest motif found on any American coin, which is probably the reason he chose a simi-lar eagle for his High Relief $20 gold reverse. Pop 1; 2 finer. Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$100,000 - 110,000

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GEM PROOF 1907 $20 ST. GAUDENS. HIGH RELIEF, WIRE RIM

3486 1907. High relief, Roman numerals, wire rim. NGC graded Proof 65. A magnificent untoned gem exhibiting a mixture of satiny and frostymint luster. One of the most magnificent coins ever struck, this regal gem boasts creamy rich gold luster throughout and near-perfection sur-faces. The strike is razor-sharp on all motifs.

These were coined on the largest press then available, the Mint's medal press using hydraulic pistons to drive the dies, with maximum pres-sure to bring up the "high" relief cut deeply into the hardened die steel. Not just one strike, but many were essential to fully complete the min-ute details on Liberty's head, hand and the tops of the eagle's wing features. As seen here, the coin's devices jump right off the surfaces, or soit seems.

Examining the towering rendition of Lady Liberty is like observing Switzerland's Matterhorn when compared to normally struck, post high-relief coins of this denomination. Collectors needn't be reminded that the High Reliefs were basically experimental pieces, and required sur-mounting several challenges to remain true to Saint-Gaudens stylistic design. Success was complete, as viewed here, but at a price. Only afew Proofs were made before the high relief devices were greatly reduced to a more high-speed-production friendly lower relief coin.

While we haven't seen all of the other Proof 65s graded by NGC in this illustrious condition, we may assume that they are equally magnifi-cent specimens. Certain to be the centerpiece of any collection and worthy of a strong bid. Pop 16; 23 finer, 10 in 66, 1 in 66 Star, 6 in 67, 4 in67 Star, 1 in 68 Star, 1 in 69. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$40,000 - 45,000

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GEM UNC 1907 $20 ST. GAUDENS. HIGH RELIEF, FLAT RIM

3487 1907. High relief, Roman numerals, flat rim. NGC graded MS-67. An absolutely superb gem specimen with immaculate satiny mint surfacesthroughout.The Flat Rim variety High Relief is harder to find than the Wire Rim. An issue that needs little introduction among numismatists,this coin is at the upper end of the Superb Gem grade level. The luster flows smoothly, evenly over both sides like molten lava flowing acrossHawaii's Kilauea crater pool, and so too does the gorgeous, original, yellow-gold color flow evenly. The outward appearance brightens theentire coin as the viewer tilts the coin into a light. The strike is razor-sharp for a high relief coin that was given five blows from the dies. Thesurfaces are undeniably smooth with no outwardly noticeable handling marks, no copper spotting, and certainly nothing that would seem topreclude an even finer grade assessment. This is one of the most beautiful High Relief Twenties that this firm has ever sold, and it is destinedto find a place of honor in an advanced U.S. gold collection. This exquisite gem should stir plenty of bidder excitment. Pop 12; 5 finer, 2 in 67star, 2 in 68, 1 in 68 star. Estimated Value .............................................................................................................................................................................................$90,000 - 100,000

GEM UNC FLAT RIM 1907 HIGH RELIEF

3488 1907. High Relief, Roman Numerals, Flat Rim. PCGS graded MS-65. A gorgeous gem example exhibiting delicate golden-orange luster onboth sides. The flat rim variety is rarer than the wire edge, although many would-be bidders simply wish to own a representative sample ofAmerica's most beautiful gold coin. And an outstanding Gem example it is! This has a flat rim around the wide flat border (no wire edge evi-dent). Mintage of the High Relief coins totaled 11,250 struck in November and December, 1907. Wire-edge examples, which are more plentifulthan those with flat rim, have an approximate three to one ratio. It is understood 4,000 were struck with flat (not wire) rim. This was publi-cized in 1908, soon after delivery of the High Reliefs to the Treasury, and for a long time thereafter many listings included these as separatevarieties. Warm golden surfaces exhibit the ever-desirable strong satin luster and fine swirling texture, which is the kind of quality that reallyengages the aesthetic sense with its beauty. The date, for the first time on an American coin, is in Roman numerals, MCMVII (The designer ofthe 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition $50 pieces imitated this device when dating his models.) Pop 93; 45 finer, 38 in 66, 6 in 67, 1 in 68. (PCGS# 9136) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$30,000 - 35,000

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GEM UNC FLAT RIM 1907 HIGH RELIEF

3489 1907. High Relief, Roman Numerals, Flat Rim. NGCgraded MS-65. While we typically offer a few representa-tives of this popular first-year issue each auction season,we seldom have the pleasure to list one as unspoiled as thepresent Gem Mint State 65. In fact, bidders who are familiarwith High Relief Saint-Gaudens double eagles will see thatthis is an awe-inspiring example. It has richly colored,satin-like features. In fact, the finish is such that one mightconfuse this coin one of the Proof High Reliefs. The absenceof striations in the obverse field and a little rounding ofdetail in a few areas confirm this coin as a business strike.They key point to remember is that the focal features arerazor-sharp in detail, and neither side reveals even trivialblemishes. A coin that needs to be seen to be fully admired.Pop 66; 74 finer, 57 in 66, 12 in 67, 2 in 67 Star, 2 in 68, 1 in68 Star. Estimated Value ...............................................$30,000 - 35,000

ATTRACTIVE FLAT RIM 1907 HIGH RELIEF

3490 1907. High Relief, Roman Numerals, Flat Rim. PCGSgraded MS-63 PQ. The fields and rims are remarkablyclean for this grade. A lovely golden toned beauty and wor-thy of our Premium Quality designation. One of severaldelightfully choice MCMVII High Relief $20 gold pieces inthe sale, a Mint State 63 beauty with frosty yellow surfacesthat display a wealth of attractive bright iridescence. Thestrike is bold and appealing, while the surfaces hold upextremely well to careful scrutiny. If Mint State 63 quality isyour financial "sweet spot" then the present specimen willrepresent the grade commendably in your set. Definitely acoin anyone would be proud to own and display. (PCGS #9136) Estimated Value ...............................................$19,000 - 21,000

3491 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-65. A gorgeous golden-olivegem, not even the slightest hitch in the careful production orsurvival of this handsome coin! (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750


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3492 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-65. Lightly toned. The diesdeposited multiple layers of swirling frost over the entire sur-face. A very beautiful coin. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750


3493 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely golden-olivemint bloom color, a gem, a first-rate coin, exemplary, or wordsto that effect! (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750


3494 1908. No motto. NGC graded MS-64. Lightly toned. Part of atwo-year issue (along with 1907 NM) and needed for a goldType Set. Tiny mark below EN of TWENTY; exceptionallychoice wings and body, however. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

3495 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Golden-orange in color,satiny luster everywhere. Even if you live in the country, out-side of the big cities, and are rarely exposed to one of thesehandsome gold pieces, everyone will agree this is a very pleas-ing example. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

3496 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Untoned. Another excit-ing satin-frosted near-gem, one that is about to change its pres-ent residence. Will its new home be in your collection? Why the"No Motto"? President Theodore Roosevelt objected to thename of the deity on America's coinage. At his request, it wasn'tdisplayed on the initial double eagles of 1907-08. But congress,reacting to public outrage, instructed the Mint to return INGOD WE TRUST to the double eagles in mid-1908. (PCGS #9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

3497 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and untoned; hasa couple of marks at Liberty's midriff. Eagle frosty with a blushof rose-pink. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3498 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and untoned, thecolor is vivid golden. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3499 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Delicate golden toningadds to its appeal. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


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3500 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Light golden toning; lus-ter is intermediary between satin and frost. (PCGS # 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3501 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-64. Nicely toned. A fullystruck example of this flat design (which was modified for theWith Motto strikes later in the year); a light dusting of bag-marks consistent with MS64 quality. Close examination revealssome pale rose accents. Destined for a fine collection. (PCGS #9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

3502 1908. No motto. PCGS graded MS-63. Untoned. There is not asingle thing the matter with this choice, attractive piece! (PCGS# 9142) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200


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GEM MATTE PROOF 1908 $20 ST. GAUDENS. WITH MOTTO

3503 1908. With motto. NGC graded Proof 66. An exquisite light tan color gem proof with absolutly immaculate matte surfaces throughout. Only101 struck in Proof. Those who have yet to make an acquaintance with a Matte Proof double eagle should know that this is truly an impres-sive example of the Type. As referred to below in our background narrative, 1908 is the first year made available to collectors with the mattefinish in this large $20 format. There are no surface flaws we can detect and only faint hairline or two in the fields: everywhere else the surfaceis pristine, indeed virtually "as made" and therefore superb. Thus, the Proof 66 grade of this coin which stands head and shoulders above thefew others seen.

The mint struck a fair number of Proofs of this high denomination gold coin in 1908 in anticipation of increased sales due to the new designs.All were issued with the IN GOD WE TRUST motto, a result of Congressional response to criticism of the action taken by President Rooseveltwho eliminated the motto from the newly designed Saint-Gaudens gold pieces in 1907. Roosevelt was a devoutly religious man. He objectedto seeing the name of the deity on coinage, and had the courage to impose his convictions on the mint (and thereby on the American public).In 1908, there were two sandblast or matte finishes used, a lighter one of which only 3 are known and the darker finish of the type offeredhere. This piece very closely resembles the lower denomination Proofs of 1908 which have a coarse-grain finish. Even though the surfaces aredeeper in hue than seen on later issues, there is a considerable sparkle of the sandblast finish that is visible when viewed with a loupe.

The 1908 Proof is the first year of the 1908-15 Proof twenties. And though it is true that it is the date most frequently offered among the eightissues in this very rare series, an early writer suggested that an unknown number of Proofs were melted in the mint as unsold on January 2,1909. Published estimates of the number actually in existence today range from as few as 15 to 25 (Bowers) to as many as 30 to 35 (Akers). Webelieve the number may have to be expanded to include between 45 and 60 pieces in all grades known today. NGC alone has graded 69pieces, according to its latest web site enumeration. We can assume many of these are either resubmissions or so-called cross-overs with morethan a little duplication in the active number graded. Pop 29; 12 finer, 10 in 67, 2 in 68. (PCGS # 9204) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$55,000 - 60,000

3504 1908. With motto. PCGS graded MS-62. Brilliant and untoned,the fields offer greater facilities for even-flowing luster thansome later dates in the series. A slightly scarce issue. (PCGS #9147) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,350

3505 1908-D. With motto. Each EF-40. Both toned. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,850


3506 1909. PCGS graded MS-61. Untoned. A slightly better date andone featuring frosty luster over both sides. (PCGS # 9150) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3507 1909. PCGS graded AU-58. Untoned. All authorities agree the1909 P and D mint issues are scarcer than their 1908 counter-parts. (PCGS # 9150) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,000 - 1,050

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PROOF 1911 $20 ST. GAUDENS

3508 1911. PCGS graded Proof 64. A stunning well struck example and very choice.A golden-olive beauty that is needle sharp. High on the list ofdesirable gold rarities is this lovely, carefully preserved Proof 64, a very choice coin we are pleased to offer for sale. Why collectors of the dayshunned these coins is hard to say, but it must have been the shock of seeing the novel matte-proofing surface. For even back then, Proof dou-ble eagles were considered to be the premiere gold coins of American numismatics. It has been said the mint struck these on speculation insmall numbers each year. Often, unsold pieces were left behind (and later melted) at the end of the calendar year.

Due to the innovative Saint-Gaudens design, Mint technicians were unable to produce mirror Proofs similar to the Liberty head $20s, due tothe uneven "basining" required when preparing Saint-Gaudens dies. Instead, a matte-surface finish was chosen to offer to collectors. Contin-ual resubmitting to the grading services gives a false population, particularly the Proof 63 to 65 grades.

With the 1911 issue, the mint used a heavy sandblast finish similar to the one used in 1908. This piece, like others of its kind, shows myriadbeautiful tiny sparkles under a magnifying glass, with the color centering on olive to perhaps slightly brownish golden color as described ear-lier -- and quite alluring. Very expensive to find in Gem quality! The surfaces are nearly pristine. The strike, flawless in its execution, withevery device showing the finest detail. This is a genuine crowd-pleaser for sale to serious collectors not just the nobility, a coin that appearsfree of spotting and without blemish. We can imagine the wide-eyed delight of the new owner's face as he studies its marvelous surfaces anddetail.

Only 100 proofs struck. Pop 8; 12 finer. (PCGS # 9208) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$25,000 - 27,000

3509 1911. Both VF-20. Each toned. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,850


3510 1911-D. PCGS graded MS-65. A frosty golden gem from top tobottom, making the transition from choice to gem with seem-ingly moderate ease. But we all know there isn't a shred of truthin this. First-rate Gem 65 examples of the '11-D are seldomoffered for sale. Much as the luster is superior on this handsome1911-D twenty, so too is the strike: the dies left their rigidimpression behind with clear precision. (PCGS # 9158) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,750 - 1,850

3511 1911-D. PCGS graded MS-65. A delicately toned golden gem.This piece displays attractive frosty luster over the nearly abra-sion-free surfaces. Something perhaps worth mentioning also tothe smooth finish is how desirable this coin is with this preci-sion strike. In order to give the possibly nervous bidder a tem-porary and fictitious confidence, let us say that we expectspirited competition of unusual animal spirits for this strikinglybeautiful Gem BU '11'D twenty! (PCGS # 9158) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,750 - 1,850

3512 1911-D. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is sharpness of MS-60,wiped years ago. (PCGS # 9158) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

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3513 1913 and 1913-D. Each VF-20. Each toned. We note the 1913-Dhas an obverse scratch. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,850


3514 1913-D. NGC graded MS-62. Another lustrous example with afew scattered bagmarks typical of the grade. Denver Mintstruck a fair number of $20s until the onset of the First WorldWar in 1914. After that year, production lapsed until 1925.(PCGS # 9162) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3515 1913-D. PCGS graded MS-62. Delicate golden sunset colors.(PCGS # 9162) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

GEM MATTE PROOF 1914 $20 ST. GAUDENS

3516 1914. NGC graded Proof 66. A medium tan color gem matte Proof example. Only 70 Proofs struck. With so few Proof double eagles minted in1914, and possibly even fewer distributed to collectors (this being the end of the era for matte Proof production), it is no wonder collectorsyearn to own a gorgeous 1914 Proof. Survival estimates range from a low of 10 to 15 pieces on up to 20 to 25 coins (the latter being Akers'sestimate).

Breen describes the 1914 Proofs as having a "coarse sandblast finish." Similar to 1911 and 1912, this piece has slightly larger granularity to thefinish than does a comparable Proof 1913. Millions of tiny, diamond-sparkle facets comprise the sandblast finish, and so give it a unique spar-kle which is almost mesmerizing when viewed under low-power magnification. There are no surface flaws that we can discover and thesharp detail compares favorably with the crispness seen on the finest examples of this Type. Considering this, as well as the irrefutable eyeappeal of the coin, the Proof 66 grade places this in an illustrious group of high-end specimens. An extraordinary chance for the advancednumismatist to acquire a rare date Matte Proof twenty in tip-top condition. Pop 9; 5 finer, 4 in 67, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 9211)

All 1914 Proofs were made with care. They were struck at the Philadelphia Mint on the mint's hydraulic medal press to insure even flow intothe die recesses, and a bold relief. America's sandblast Proofs (often referred to as "Matte" finish in numismatic literature) resulted from someexperimentation in 1907 at the mint after it was discovered the earlier mirror-finish with frosted relief quality was impossible to achieve onSaint-Gaudens'new design. Owing to the peculiarity of the design of the Saint-Gaudens coins, the entire planchet is struck in such a way thatthe whole surface of the coin loses the brilliant, polished finish so much valued by collectors. The net result was that the coins left the dieswith a bright or satiny appearance. The officials at the Mint decided that since they could not make brilliant Proofs, and wanted somethingdistinctive for collectors, they would sandblast the finished coins. One reason the sandblast surface was considered too radical is that it wouldprevent the Mint from putting any rejects into circulation. The few remaining sandblast or Matte Proofs of 1914 are the crème de la crème ofnumismatics today. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$55,000 - 60,000

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3517 1914. PCGS graded MS-62. Lightly toned. A slightly better datewhose luster is complete, glowing, and only lightly touched bycontact with other coins in the bag. (PCGS # 9164) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,350

3518 1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Soft golden-orange mint bloomcolor that twists first this way and then the other as it radiatesover the surface. (PCGS # 9165) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750


3519 1914-D. PCGS graded MS-64. Light golden sunset luster. Here,too, the surface shows booming luster which 1914-D is notedfor. An almost velvety smoothness prevails. Goes a fair waytowards the Gem class. (PCGS # 9165) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

3520 1914-D. PCGS graded MS-64. Delicate golden-orange mintcolor. If you have got gold coin collecting into your system,then this handsome '14-D twenty should prove a worthy addi-tion. (PCGS # 9165) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3521 1914-D. PCGS graded MS-64. Delicate golden-orange mint lus-ter, something musical about it as it pounds out a tattoo of orig-inality and frosty allure. (PCGS # 9165) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3522 1914-S. PCGS graded MS-63. Lightly toned. If you are a golfer,this one is an easy birdie in terms of its choice luster through-out. (PCGS # 9166) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,350

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GEM QUALITY 1915 $20 ST. GAUDENS

3523 1915. PCGS graded MS-65. A magnificent gem specimen.Well struck with the facial features on Liberty completeand the surfaces are ablaze with gorgeous mint bloomcolor. A decidedly rare coin in this lofty grade. Pop 32;none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 9167)

The low Philadelphia Mint issuance in 1913-15 may berelated to the opening of the 12 regional Federal ReserveBanks, which took place towards the end of 1914. Beforethe newly authorized Federal Reserve System could beginoperations, it had to acquire a large amount of gold in theform of gold coins (principally double eagles) as backingfor the Federal Reserve Bank Notes and Federal ReserveNotes of the 1914 and later Series. At the time, World War Iwas in progress, which put immense strains on interna-tional transfers of gold. In fact, the U.S. government, at therequest of the bankers, closed the New York StockExchange from the summer of 1914 until late that year inorder to limit the amount of gold exports during the firstfeverish days of the War. This handsome 1915 $20 Saint is areminder of those interesting times in American monetaryhistory. Estimated Value ...............................................$15,000 - 16,000

3524 1915. PCGS "Genuine". Our grade is AU-55, probably wipedyears ago. Slightly better date. (PCGS # 9167) Estimated Value ............................................................. $950 - 1,000


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IMPORTANT 1920-S $20 GOLD

3525 1920-S. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and frosty with hues of golden-orange and olive. We are pleased as can be to have been awardedthis extremely rare coin for auction. Throw away the mintage figures since, of the 558,000 struck, perhaps no more than a few score survivetoday in all grades. The rest were melted or otherwise lost. This date is so rare that Breen estimated the number to survive at 8-12 when hecompiled the information for his Encyclopedia in the 1970s (the book was published in 1988). Today, with the advantage of the PCGS andNGC Population Reports a fair number (but not a large number) have been graded by PCGS and NGC services. The census no doubt includessome duplication between them, so the total might be adjusted downward. This attractive MS64 is one of the best, as PCGS reports only 13this high, with four graded higher! Carefully struck for the date, with full details on the devices, and just a minor scattering of ticks limitingthis from full gem status. Identifiable by a small above the 20 in the date and another, among several, below the lowermost leaves of thebranch in Liberty's outstretched hand. Also a couple of parallel scuffs on the upper curve of one wing on the reverse. Booming luster and awonderful example for the specialist to purchase for a date set. One of the centerpieces among the double eagle offerings in this sale, we feelit is destined for similar distinction in an advanced collection of this beautifully rendered gold series. Pop 12; 5 finer with 3 in 65, 2 in 66.(PCGS # 9171)

The history of this 1920-S issue is sad but interesting. As is the case with other $20 gold pieces struck during the Roaring 'Twenties and early'Thirties, mainly these were stored in bank vaults as backing for checking account deposits and Gold Certificates, the principal "hard money"back then. Gold $20s and gold bars were also the principal export medium in hard-money specie payments for imports. People have forgot-ten that under a gold standard (which ended in 1933), paper money and checking deposits weren't money at all but were commonly termed"money substitutes" or "promised money" payable on demand in the monetary metal. They were described as such in the college textbooks.

All went fairly well but with emerging distress in the system when, at the depths of the Great Depression, a February to March 1933 bankingpanic caused the Roosevelt administration to withdraw gold from circulation. The amount withdrawn is estimated at $2.8 billion (or approx-imately. $130 billion at today's gold price).

Whatever coins resided in the banks and at the various sub-Treasury buildings around the country were transferred to the government'saccount. In their place were issued Series of 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Notes. Numismatists may remember these from their brown seal andserial numbers. These had the backing of The Full Faith and Credit of the Government instead of hard assets.

(Most 1920-S twenties that weren't exported from this group now owned by the government were melted beginning in 1937, to be turned intoheavy 400-oz. "Coin-Gold" .900 Fine bars that are today stored in such depositories as Fort Knox. Gold ownership was re-legalized in January1975, through an act of congress.). Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$60,000 - 70,000

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VERY RARE 1921 $20 ST. GAUDENS

3526 1921. NGC graded MS-62. A frosty example, lightly toned. Light bagmarks are noted on both sides, none of which are noteworthy. A mostlybrilliant Brilliant Uncirculated example and well within the broad confines of the "Choice" category. Gleaming effervescent luster with itswisp toning boosts the visual attractiveness of the coin with its residual cartwheel frost. A few scattered marks as noted are to be found on theobverse, including some small ones at the thigh and another below the lowest bunch of leaves in the branch, while the reverse has a fewmarks on the main wing feathers.

Broadly speaking, there are three classes of double eagles: common dates (of which hundreds of thousands are known), scarce dates (with afew hundred to a couple of thousand available, but not always seen in every auction), and then we have the truly rare dates. 1921 exemplifiesthe latter class. A decidedly low mintage of 528,500 pieces was produced in the depths of the short, deep post-World War I business depres-sion. Like other twenties in those days, most of the 1921 issue was kept in storage in U.S. Treasury vaults and presumably melted after 1933,with only a few score reaching actual circulation. Fewer still were preserved in Mint State grades (unlike the post-1929 rarities which all tendto be in Uncirculated condition). David Akers'research established that more than half of all extant specimens are in circulated grades, whilemost of the others grade no higher than Mint State 60. This coin's appreciably better status places it at High Rarity-7 in Akers'rarity scale.

In terms of total pieces known, the 1921 is fourth rarest in the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series after the 1907 Ultra High Relief, 1927-D, and1933. Although there may be more 1921 double eagles in numismatic collections, the date is more difficult to find in Mint condition than eventhe widely admired 1930-S and 1931-D. That makes this attractive Mint State 62 an offering of considerable importance to 21st century goldspecialists. Be forewarned: Bidders may be surprised to feel a shrewd kick in their estimates arising from the other savvy competitors in theroom hoping to snag it when this piece crosses the auction block. Pop 15; 8 finer, 7 in 63, 1 in 64. (PCGS # 9172) Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$100,000 - 120,000

3527 1922. PCGS graded MS-62. Affordable issue from the year 1922-- no other gold denominations were struck for circulation in1922. In fact, 1922 lists one of the lowest production denomina-tions for many years: 1922-D cents, 1922-P,D,S silver dollars1922-P & S double eagles, and the 1922 Grant commemorativegold dollars. That is all. (PCGS # 9173) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3528 1923-D. EF-40. Toned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 925

The Leo Wexler Collection. 3529 1924. PCGS graded MS-65. A frosty golden gem. A lustrousSaint that has warm rich golden color that shoots out beams ofradiance and a good strike. The lucky high bidder ought to haveno difficulty in spending hours of enjoyment examining thisattractive $20 gold coin. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750

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3530 1924. PCGS graded MS-65. It doesn't take the life-long experi-ence or instinct of a Missouri pickle manufaturer to see at oncethat this $20 is a very frosty mint gem. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750


3531 1924. PCGS graded MS-64. Choice and frosty. The only provisowe can advise buyers wishing to submit a bid is to think on thehigh side and give it a strong indication. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3532 1924. NGC graded MS-64. A touch of light golden toning onboth sides. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,250 - 1,300

3533 1924. NGC graded MS-64. Golden hues are evident on bothsides. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,250 - 1,300

3534 1924. NGC graded MS-64. A trace of rose gold tones can beseen on the obverse. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,250 - 1,300

3535 1924. PCGS graded MS-63. Lightly toned. A choice, well struckexample from the Roaring Twenties decade. Has a few markson the wing feathers. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

3536 1924. NGC graded MS-63. A touch of rose gold coloration isnoticeable on both sides. Strong attraction to anything goldfrom across the world has made America's Saint-Gaudens $20gold coins more popular than ever. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

3537 1924. NGC graded MS-63. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200



3540 1924. NGC graded MS-63. Attractive rose gold colors are evi-dent on both sides. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200



3543 1924. NGC graded MS-63 PQ. Beautiful lustrous surfaces androse gold accents make this quite a desirable example. (PCGS #9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

3544 1924. MS60. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,100 - 1,150

3545 1924. AU58 Cleaned. (PCGS # 9177) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

3546 1925. PCGS graded MS-65. A golden lustrous gem. Bathed invibrant golden frost that rolls around the landscape like sum-mer lightning. All devices were struck with such force anddetermination by the dies that elements show with razor-edgedetail. (PCGS # 9180) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,700 - 1,750


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3547 1925. PCGS graded MS-64. Untoned and resonating withgolden luster. Has all the benefits of its grade, plus no detrac-tions. (PCGS # 9180) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450

3548 1925. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and lightly toned, a wellstruck example. (PCGS # 9180) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3549 1925. PCGS graded MS-63. Fully lustrous. A coin the nextowner will thoroughly enjoy. (PCGS # 9180) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200


GEM UNC 1925-D $20 ST. GAUDENS

3550 1925-D. NGC graded MS-65. A frosty gem specimen with delicate golden sunset toning on both sides with hints of light olive about the bor-ders. Lovely rich shades of color. A key date. About as close to watertight perfection as can be expected, this vibrant 1925-D makes for eye-popping originality when examined closely and with a discerning eye. As soon as one sees the booming luster, it comes as no surprise every-thing is razor-sharp on all devices. All sorts of succulent thoughts come to mind when we examine it, but the best that can be said its that thecoin easily fits into the fabric of MS65 standards. It is a lock-solid MS65. And it has the enormous advantage that it can never be repeated inmany auctions due to the low population, which we list at the end of this discussion. When a numismatist has given you those lengthy vir-tues, which is about all he ever thinks of, then the baton is passed to the auction bidder to tell the world what he believes the coin thusdescribed is worth. Pop 7; 1 finer in 66. (PCGS # 9181)

Historic note: Like the 1924-D twenty, the 1925-D also had its rarity ranking readjusted since the mid-20th century by the emergence of a fewsmall hoards overseas. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$40,000 - 45,000

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3551 1926. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Both sides exhibit subtle goldenhues, full luster in accordance with (and in our view, betterthan) the choice assigned grade. In an old green label holder.(PCGS # 9183) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,350 - 1,400

3552 1926. ANACS graded MS-63. A brilliant untoned specimenwhose luster gleams across all surfaces. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200

3553 1927. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A lovely golden gem examplein a 1st generation holder. By far the most visually arresting fea-ture of this coin is its soft, frosted Gem quality mint luster. Fullswirling luster on both sides, in fact. It must have taken a pow-erful strike-force from the dies to imprint the bold design. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,800 - 1,900

3554 1927. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and untoned. A trifle toomany bagmarks for the Gem grade but glows from centers toedge. (PCGS # 9186) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3555 1927. PCGS graded MS-64. Delicate golden toning. If ever acoin could be said to persevere with fresh luster it is this 1927double eagle! Not once does it fail to please. (PCGS # 9186) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3556 1927. PCGS graded MS-64. Choice and frosty. With almostsuperhuman toil, the Philadelphia Mint struck the better part of3 million pieces in 1927; within 7 years, though, the governmentbegan melting them down en masse in the same PhiladelphiaMint furnaces. A sad ending to an historic coin design. (Accord-ing to Mint records, each day, starting on June 29, 1934, eighty-four thousand ounces of 90% coin was metamorphosed intobars!). (PCGS # 9186) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,400 - 1,450


3557 1927. PCGS graded MS-63. Choice with frosty luster. (PCGS #9186) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,150 - 1,200


3559 1927. MS-60 Plus. (PCGS # 9186) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,050 - 1,100

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GEM UNC 1929 $20 ST. GAUDENS

3560 1929. PCGS graded MS-65. A marvelous example, well struck and fully lustrous exhibiting full mint bloom colors. Collectors are fascinatedby the way the typical 1929, with its generally sharp strike and fully lustrous and frosty surfaces, almost always displays considerable eye-appeal. The example in this lot almost tries to break out of the MS65 class and sneak into the next higher grade. All design elements aresharply delineated as the photographs clearly tell, with no weakness on the central motifs. The frosty luster has vibrancy like the luster seenon a much commoner 1927 or 1928 issue, the surface bright. The surfaces are also very well preserved, with only a few minor marks on Lib-erty's body mentioned for accuracy. (This issue often contains copper stains, but not a problem here.) All in all, a very appealing Gem. A sim-ilar specimen from our Ohringer Part II Sale, Sept. 2008 lot 1320 realized $77,625. Pop 22; 5 finer in 66. (PCGS # 9190)

The 1929 opens the final segment of the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series, and every issue from this year through 1933 is a major rarity.While the '29 is the least rare of this group, it is still a coveted key date whose appearance at auction is an occasion of note among specialists.As we indicated in the introduction to the '29 issue, fewer than 300 coins have been have been certified by PCGS and NGC combined. MS65pieces are rare, with only 23 pieces graded by both serves, and a mere 3 coins finer (9/05). And according to our records, the major auctionhouses have seen the appearance of only 20 Gems in the past 15 years or so, with just one piece grading higher. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$45,000 - 50,000

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IMPORTANT GEM UNC 1930-S $20 ST. GAUDENS

3561 1930-S. PCGS graded MS-65. A stunning gem example bursting with rich mint bloom colors throughout. The lovely natural rose & goldentoning on both sides improves the already expansive beauty of this Gem quality example. An extremelyrare late-date Saint-Gaudens doubleeagle. The production run was a mere 74,000, serving to give an explanation of the low supply of coins to be had by collectors. Always diffi-cult to obtain. There do not appear to be many abrasions that would bar this frosty double eagle from its lock-solid MS65 designation by thegrading service. It is really quite spectacular! Since it is a full-bore Gem we see no need to persuade one and all to prepare a strict marketprice. There will be no slipping through the cracks with this one when it comes up for bidding. Besides the coin's smooth features, both sidesshow a precision strike that conforms well with what we know about other 1930-S $20 gold pieces, that this date was more carefully producedthan other S-mint twenties in the Saint-Gaudens series. Identical to other issues in the late 1920s and early 1930s, this year was a heavilymelted one. In the vein of the 1929, 1931, 1931-D, and 1932 from the standpoint of total number of coins known, the number saved wasseverely reduced after the great gold confiscation by the Federal government in 1933 (approximately $2.8 billion in gold valued at the then$20.67 per ounce fixed price).

As an MS65, the 1930-S is an extremely rare coin with very few pieces having been so graded by the major services. Of the highest order ofrarity, this piece will be certain to spawn much interest at lot viewing and the price it finally realizes at the sale could be a revelation to many.Pop 7; 5 finer in 66. (PCGS # 9191) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$80,000 - 85,000

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GEM UNC 1931-D $20 ST. GAUDENS

3562 1931-D. PCGS graded MS-65. A well struck frosty gem specimen ablaze with delicate golden mint bloom colors. One of the finest graded ofthe date, and a rarity in all grades. Breen estimated two decades ago in his Encyclopedia that only 30-35 survived, but this number appearslow to us now, since the combined NGC and PCGS Population Reports show more than 120 pieces graded in all grades. All the same, the coinpresented is clearly one of the better specimens known, this radiant gem boasts luxurious golden frost around the periphery, enhanced bypleasing light rose shades in towards the centers. Minor handling marks but nothing to keep this from the rock-solid gem class it is in, as astrong glass will reveal. An opportunity for the advanced numismatist.

The rarity of the 1931-D should be readily evident after Akers referred to a group of fifteen to twenty examples that surfaced in the mid 1980s.While the coins in that "hoard" were sufficient to knock the 1931-D out of the same rarity class as the vaunted 1930-S, most of these graded nobetter than Choice MS63. Often the various grading services overshoot in their estimates or undershoot, but on this particular occasion theymust have had their 20-20 spectacles focused, which resulted in their shooting squarely at the bull's eye and hitting it dead on target. Astrong, quibble-free MS65, in other words. This leaves gemmier specimens like the one offered here as better condition rarities. The presentnaturally toned 1931-D $20 gold piece is among the most attractive of the late date issues we have offered in recent sales, primarily due to itsspectacular aesthetic appeal! Pop 14; 3 finer in 66. (PCGS # 9193) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$80,000 - 85,000

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Territorial Gold Coins

1851 $50 GOLD SLUG

3563 1851 U.S. Assay Office $50 "slug", 887 THOUS. Reeded edge. NGC graded EF-45. An desirable, if somewhat abraded example with lightyellow-golden color partial effacement (through wear and otherwise) of the lower legend on the obverse. Three of the four digits in the dateare clear; there is an injury to the surface through the date.

This piece, as a "common" Type with 887 THOUS fineness on the scroll, has the familiar Target reverse. The design appears as a series of con-centric circles in the center, surrounded by a series of crossing wavy, concentric circles. These concentric circular lines are known to mechan-ics as "engine turning,", the design is similar to the web-like engraving in the vignettes on paper money or on watchcases. Pop 11. (PCGS #10214)

Gold rush anecdote: Bumper-to-bumper highway congestion isn't just a modern phenomena. Rush hour traffic on the Oregon-California trailduring 1849 and well into the 1850s was just as bad --probably worse. The image of a lone wagon on the endless prairie is largely myth; it'smore accurate to imagine a moving city. Many reported seeing wagons all the way to the horizon day after day bringing miners or their fam-ilies to the region to get rich in the California gold fields.

Not every 49er used the Oregon -California Trail. There were other routes to gold country -- one came perilously close to Antarctica! Thosewho did not want to endure a four month trek across the continent, traveled to California by ship. Trouble was, there was no direct waterroute to the west coast. So a ship leaving an East Coast city had to travel all the way to the tip of South America -- skirting the edge of the theAntarctic continent -- before heading north to California. It was a difficult trip that sometimes took a complete year. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$20,000 - 25,000

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HISTORIC 1855 WASS, MOLITOR & CO. $50 GOLD

3564 1855 Wass, Molitor & Co. (San Francisco) $50 Gold. NGC graded AU-58. An excellent example for the grade and free from the heavy digsand rim bruses that usually accompany this massive round coin. This historic and nicely preserved AU58 $50 gold piece has rare beauty thatcomes with fully defined design features plus a strict limitation on surface marks. What's more, the rims are choicer than average for what isoften a bunged-about Type, wherein use in circulation tended to damage the soft rim areas. While the octagonal fifties from the Assay Officeget much of the news reportage in the American numismatic press, that is only because they are seen ten times more often than a Wass $50piece.

The firm of Wass, Molitor & Company was comprised of Samuel Wass and Agoston Molitor, who operated their well-respected private mintin the Bay area from 1852. Their first deliveries consisted of five- and ten-dollar gold pieces for local use. They ceased minting when the SanFrancisco Mint opened in 1854, but resumed with production of the famous $50 denomination round gold coins in 1855. This was at a timewhen the federal facility was obliged to close from time to time for lack of proper parting acids to refine gold dust with the requisite copperalloy. The fifty dollar Wass, Molitor pieces filled the void at this critical time. Reports are the Wass Molitor coinage had one of the highestintrinsic values of any of the private issues in California. Many were subsequently melted. Pop 2; 8 finer. (PCGS # 10363)

According to Dr. Donald Kagin, "Wass, Molitor & Co. closed down their operation soon after the 1855 issues were distributed, for the 1856-1857 San Francisco Directory lists the assaying firm of Wass (Karoly) Usznay & Co. as operating during 1856 and 1857. Haraszthy replacedMolitor as partner in this firm, as the latter had left California for London in 1856." Dr. Kagin's book "Private Gold Coins and Patterns of theUnited States," gives an detailed account of the Territorial issues, including a full description of the Wass, Molitor company and its gold coins. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$50,000 - 55,000

Commemorative Gold Coins

3565 1922 Grant Dollar, with star. PCGS graded MS-65. A goldenfrosty gem specimen as though someone switched on a spot-light to focus on its mint bloom. Lustrous frosted surface is apleasure to see on this 1922 Memorial issue. Full head andnearly full beard details on the Grant. A truly beautiful gemspecimen of a popular Commemorative gold piece from ourcentral coining facility at Philadelphia. (PCGS # 7459) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,100 - 2,200


3566 1922 Grant Dollar, with star. PCGS graded MS-64. Delicategolden-orange toning. Fully original with warm lustrous radi-ance. In an old green label PCGS holder. (PCGS # 7459) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700

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3567 1922 Grant Dollar, no star. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. Richgolden toning. Only 5,016 minted. Strong metal flow augmentsthe already showy mint luster that covers the surfaces on thishandsome Grant Memorial Dollar, giving the coin a brand new,glowing appearance. The mint brilliance is only broken up byan rare overlay of pale orange patina. A sharp impression isnearly always the rule for Grants imprinted by the stamp of thedies that had no star on them; we are happy to say that the pres-ent example is a grand illustration of that rule being applied toGem-quality luster and surface originality. Collectors will bedrawn to its beauty automatically! Pop 412. (PCGS # 7458) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,000 - 2,200

Ex: Benson Collection.

3568 1922 Grant Dollar, no star. PCGS graded MS-64. Intensely lus-trous and right on the cusp of gem quality as indicated by itsfrosty allure plus sharp strike on both sides. In an old greenlabel holder. The surfaces call for no comment since they are,except for a tiny flake at Grant's forehead, virtually flawless.(PCGS # 7458) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700

3569 1922 Grant Dollar, no star. PCGS graded MS-64. Delicategolden toning over frosty mint originality. The streaming lusteris smooth and consistent, and never inferior to others in itsclass. A well struck and swirling MS64 that has carefully pre-served surfaces. (PCGS # 7458) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,600 - 1,700


3570 1904 Lewis and Clark Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A verychoice example with delicate golden toning. Excellent qualityand overall surfaces for this elusive Commemorative issue. Thecoin has vivid mint luster and is nearly abrasion-free, except fora few light scuffs in the fields. At best, it is not easy to find suchluster on a Lewis & Clark dollar. So too crisp definition on themain devices counts for a lot. Mathematically exact standardsare seen in the sharp portraits and hair. (PCGS # 7447) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,200 - 2,300


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AMAZING 1905 LEWIS AND CLARK

3571 1905 Lewis And Clark Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely rich golden toning on both sides. A wonderful looking coin. Engraved byCharles E. Barber and struck for the exposition held in Portland, Oregon. The Lewis and Clark Dollar honored the Corps of Discovery whichexplored the Northwest in 1803 to 1806 at the behest of President Jefferson. They were sold for between $2.00 and $2.50 apiece, with the pro-ceeds earmarked for completion of the bronze memorial to Sacagawea, part-time guide and full-time interpreter between the Corps of Dis-covery and the Indian tribes. Mintage figures show 10,025 dated 1904 and 10,041 dated 1905.

Collectors had very little interest in the Lewis and Clark gold dollars as it followed closely on the heels of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition.Those that were sold mainly went to the public and were not handled with care. Today the 1904 and 1905 Lewis and Clark dollars are severaltimes rarer in Mint State grades than are the other pairs of commemorative gold dollars -- the 1903 Louisiana Purchase, the 1916 and 1917McKinley, and the 1922 Grant varieties.

Gleaming, satiny gold luster with light peach-colored ting and excellent detail. The surfaces are magnificent. Keen-edged devices throughout,including both portraits. Spot-free Gem. Pop 69; 2 finer in 67. (PCGS # 7448) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$15,000 - 16,000

Ex: Benson Collection.

3572 1905 Lewis and Clark Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Noother alternative than to proclaim this coin has wonderful deli-cate light golden toning over flashy reflective surfaces. Defi-nitely a Premium Quality coin for the given grade. (PCGS #7448) Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950


3573 1903 Louisiana Purchase-Jefferson Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Hints of golden-olive toning around the devices adds to itsappeal as it rivals many a Gem BU example of this design.Frosty and delightful. Only a few light copper toned areas.(PCGS # 7443) Estimated Value ................................................................ $825 - 850


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3574 1903 Louisiana Purchase-McKinley Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely rich golden toning. 17,500 struck. A golden brightspecimen glowing with original mint bloom. The original Loui-siana Purchase authorization called for one coin with Jefferson'sportrait on it. But due to the assassination of President WilliamMcKinley in the summer of 1901, after the design had beenauthorized, the Congress decided to add this memorial strikingto the martyred President. In time, the Congress would autho-rize a second memorial issue to McKinley (1916-17). Pop 428; 76finer; 75 in 67; 1 in 68. (PCGS # 7444) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,500 - 1,600

3575 1903 Louisiana Purchase-McKinley Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A brilliant untoned gem. A pleasant gem example swooningwith afternoon-glowing frost. One would be hard put to addmore about the mint bloom. And as for the strike, the coin wasstruck with technical exactness throughout -- including fullsharp hair strands on the back of McKinley's head -- a regularwith both the well-made Jefferson and McKinley dollars sold atthe Louisiana Purchase Exposition in 1903. (PCGS # 7444) Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,300 - 1,400

3576 1903 Louisiana Purchase-McKinley Dollar. Sharpness of AU.Cleaned. Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350


3577 1916 McKinley Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Hints of lightgolden toning. A crisply struck coin that beckons bids with itsfresh golden color from the fields and devices. (PCGS # 7454) Estimated Value ................................................................ $625 - 650


3578 1917 McKinley Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A hint of delicategolden toning adds to its appeal. An appealing fresh goldenspecimen, fully struck, and unmarred by copper spots, discolor-ation or deep contact marks. Easy to find in this nice a grade,since thoughtful collectors were the main buyers, but all thesame, showing full, undiminished mint bloom. First issued in1916, the design was reconstructed on new dies for the 1917issue. Both are of comparable rarity. (PCGS # 7455) Estimated Value ................................................................ $850 - 900


3579 1915-S Panama-Pacific Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Niceand frosty and certainly looks fully Mint State with its 95% lus-ter coverage. Two dolphins cavort on the reverse of this one-year design. (PCGS # 7449) Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425


1915-S PANAMA-PACIFIC GOLD $2.50

3580 1915-S Panama-Pacific $2.50. PCGS graded MS-66. Anoutstanding frosty mint gem that will have a crowd stand-ing around admiring its delicate golden toning. Opulentvivid-gold color is seen over each side, in fact, with lightraised "swirls" in the fields from the treatment given to thedies. The strike as keen as a razor on this handsome Pan-Pac $2.50, as well, showing complete scales on the mythicalhippocamp. Pop 404; 19 in 67. (PCGS # 7450) Estimated Value ...................................................$5,500 - 5,800


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GEM UNC 1915-S PANAMA-PACIFIC $50 ROUND

3581 1915-S Panama-Pacific $50 Round. PCGS graded MS-65. A splendid gem example with lovely original golden toning on both sides. Only483 struck. The goddess Minerva or Athena wears the crested helmet found on numerous depictions of her in ancient Greek coinage; it ispushed back off her face, to signify peaceful intentions. According to the Breen-Swiatek history of these important $50 coins, "We have notfound the exact Greek coin used as prototype of this head, though the crested helmet is of the Athenian type, and there are numerous silvercoins of Velia and Corinth showing her in this type of helmet, sometimes wreathed as here, often with other devices on it. Most such typeshave a long tailpiece to the crest, which is omitted here." On her shield is MCMXV (1915), only the second use of Roman numerals for date inUnited States coinage history up to that time (the first was the various types of Saint-Gaudens double eagles of 1907). Why Athena orMinerva? She was the goddess of wisdom, skill, agriculture, horticulture, spinning and weaving, crop rotation, among other things, and shetaught her followers to grow and use olives, whose oil was long indispensable in cooking and providing light by night. All these were impor-tant in early California. Pop 9; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7451) Estimated Value ...........................................................................................................................................................................................$100,000 - 110,000

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3582 1915-S Panama-Pacific $50 Round. NGC graded MS-65. A brilliant untoned satiny mint gem and a perfect match with the Octagonal exam-ple. Only 483 minted.

In 1915, pilgrims of all nationalities made their way by steamer, train, and automobile to a veritable new city that had sprung up on the SanFrancisco waterfront. Following upon the great publicity awarded the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition, 1892-1893 World's Colum-bian Exposition (Chicago), the 1900 Paris Exposition, the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, and other events, the Panama-Pacific International Expo-sition showcased marvels of technology, art, history, and science.

After the event ended, nearly everything was torn down. An exception was the Palace of Fine Arts, which, while never intended to be a per-manent structure, survived to be used to store fire engines and other municipal equipment. In recent times it has been restored. This buildingin 1915 housed the numismatic exhibit of the Exposition. Under its huge dome was Farran Zerbe's Money of the World display and, after thefair's closing, his concession to sell the remaining Panama-Pacific coins by mail order.

America's fairs and expos usually revolve around a theme. For 1915, the fair organizers honored the discovery of the Pacific Ocean (1513) andthe aforementioned completion of the Panama Canal (1914) as the dual anchor points for their theme. A series of 5 coins was struck for theoccasion, including complete sets mounted in metal frames or leather cases sold for $200. Many sales were made to banks and other novices;for this reason, high grade examples, especially of the two $50 gold denominations, are a challenge to find. The larger the denomination, theharder to locate. Some were also carried as souvenir pieces, in fact. When all was said and done, only 483 Round $50 gold pieces were sold.And it can be assumed (though no separate records were kept in this regard) that numerous specimens in the hands of the public were meltedafter the federal government seized America's gold coins in 1933. We estimate there are 200 or so of the round $50 pieces remaining.

Today the five different coins issued in connection with the Panama-Pacific International Exposition stand as the high-water mark of Ameri-can commemoratives. The $50 round is legendary in U.S. federal coinage, both for its size ($50 or two and one-half ounces of 900 Fine gold)and dimensions. The artistry was by Robert Aitken, noted sculptor and coin designer whose handiwork presents Minerva, goddess of theharvest, wearing a Corinthian plumed helmet. Aitken used a more down-home emblem for his reverse, a "wise" owl perched upon a pinebranch. Curiously, the wisdom of owls is much overrated. According to the trainers who worked the various owls in the Harry Potter seriesof movies, owls are little more than flying sharks -- sophisticated eating machines with only enough brains to get along with. They're down-right unfriendly and almost impossible to train to do tricks. Nevertheless, Minerva's owl is golden and beautiful, and we'll stick with the pro-verbial "wise", on this foremost of all U.S. commemorative gold pieces! What a spectacular way to preserve the occasion than by this wellstruck, satin-gem Mint State 65 certified by America's top-tier grading firm, NGC (Numismatic Guarantee Corporation). Pop 44; 23 finer with1 in 65*, 19 in 66, 3 in 67. Estimated Value .............................................................................................................................................................................................$90,000 - 100,000

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3583 1915-S Panama-Pacific $50 Round. NGC graded MS-64. A magnificent intensely lustrous example with hints of light gold color toning. Andan indispensable addition towards completing a full U.S. Commemorative gold set. Only 483 struck. It is difficult, but not to tricky to find achoice example in, say, the 62 or 63 grade. However, fewer MS64s exist nowadays than some might assume.This handsome example is one ofthe nicest around!

The Pan-Pac $50 round also happens to be one of the most incredible coins ever conceived and offered for sale; it is replete with symbolism,though the symbolic nuances are lost on modern numismatists. Stuck at the time of America's involvement in the European "Great War," theGreek helmet is lifted back on Minerva's head in a ready but not fully combative pose, similar to the helmeted head seen on the famous Corin-thian staters of ancient times featuring Pegasus the flying horse. The owl on the reverse signifies watchfulness. This is a resolutely gorgeousMS64 example, then, and one right on the cusp of full MS65quality. We think deserves special mention in the listing. When was the last timeyou dreamed of owning a solid 2-1/2 ounce $50 Round gold piece of this type. Now is your chance. The surface is impressive which is only tobe expected. The luster envelops all areas in its smooth, bright, satiny embrace. This coin has clearly been well preserved since the day it wassold to a fortunate collector back in nineteen-and-fifteen. Extremely desirable in such remarkable condition. Always in great demand Pop 157;67 finer. Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$60,000 - 70,000

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SPECTACULAR GEM UNC 1915-S PANAMA-PACIFIC GOLD $50 OCTAGONAL

3584 1915-S Panama-Pacific $50 Octagonal. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A stunning gem example exhibiting lovely original golden mint bloom col-ors on both sides. Only 645 struck of the octagonal variety. An absolutely lovely exaample and thus our Premium Quality, designation. Oneof several examples of this massive coin we offer bidders this time around. A satiny specimen with strong fundamental luster and superlativesurfaces throughout. Nicely struck, too, in fact totally so -- with such strikingly full devices on both side that special mention is merited.Indeed, the strike of the present coin easily rivals that of a higher-grade specimen.

During preparations for the Panama-Pacific Exposition's opening, the Philadelphia Mint shipped a 14-ton hydraulic press to the fairgroundsfor the specific purpose of striking these large $50 gold pieces. (Research has not been able to ascertain how they managed it: probably thepress went disassembled by ship.)

On June 15, the first octagonal pieces were struck at a ceremony which attracted Vips from all over the country. This had been arranged byFarran Zerbe, then possibly the best known numismatist in the country. Zerbe had the political influence to have himself put in charge of theExposition's Coin and Medal Department, which was named in the authorizing act as responsible for distributing the commemorative coins.Zerbe set up his own collection (over 20,000 specimens after he included additions) in a trellised display area of the Palace of Liberal Arts onthe Exposition grounds labeling it Zerbe's Unique Money of the World. It became one of the more popular displays, and the Panama-PacificCommemorative coins, each with its own story appended, were probably seen by several million visitors between the Exposition's openingFebruary 20 and its close on December 4, 1915. Pop 17; 1 in 66. (PCGS # 7452) Estimated Value ...............................................................................................................................................................................................$90,000 - 95,000

3585 1926 Sesquicentennial $2.50. PCGS graded MS-64. A touch ofrose-color gold adds to its appeal. Before a spreading sunrisesits Independence Hall in Philadelphia where the Declaration ofIndependence was proclaimed in 1776 on this gold quartereagle commemorating the 150th anniversary of the event.(PCGS # 7466) Estimated Value ................................................................ $850 - 900

3586 1926 Sesquicentennial $2.50. PCGS graded MS-63. Nicegolden toning. Has a few marks on the legs but these are imma-terial when one considers the problems most of these startedhaving the morning after their purchase when collectors startedto handle them in admiration of the new design. Glittering rivu-lets of sun-bright mint frost from center to edge. (PCGS # 7466) Estimated Value ................................................................ $550 - 600


3587 1926 Sesquicentennial $2.50. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. Agolden beauty and Premium Quality for the grade. Certain toplease any collector given its lustrous surface. (PCGS # 7466) Estimated Value ................................................................ $350 - 375

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California Fractional Gold

3588 1854 Quarter Dollar Octagonal. Breen and Gillio-104. Rarity 4.PCGS graded MS-63. Nice golden toning with proof-like sur-faces. Four blobby stars equidistance around the portrait on thisvariety. On the reverse, the denomination and date within a cir-cle of beads. No fraction bar. Recutting at AR and on the 4 of thedate. Pop 15; 15 finer. (PCGS # 10373) Estimated Value ................................................................ $300 - 350

3589 N/D (1853) Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-501,Low Rarity 5. PCGS graded AU-58. Lightly toned. The popularHumbert $50 Gold Reverse. Pop 16; 14 finer. (PCGS # 10478) Estimated Value .......................................................... $2,400 - 2,600

3590 1880/76 Quarter Dollar Round. Breen and Gillio-885. Rarity 3.MS-60. Tiny V-shaped planchet flaw at 5 o'clock on obverserim; bright golden and lustrous otherwise. Affordable Indianhead type. Estimated Value ................................................................ $100 - 110

3591 1871 Half Dollar Round. Breen and Gillio-1011. Rarity 2.PCGS graded MS-64. Light green-gold color with mint-originalsparkle over both sides. One of the more affordable Period Tworound halves by this issuer. Pop 53; 24 in 65, 14 in 66. (PCGS #10840) Estimated Value ................................................................ $250 - 300


3592 Lot of 4 California Gold Tokens. These are older tokens, eachnicely toned. Lot of 4 tokens. Estimated Value .................................................................. $50 - 100


Modern Commemorative Coins

3593 1986 3-Piece Statue of Liberty Proof Set with $5.00 gold. Twosets each in the original box as issued. Lot of 2 sets. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 475

3594 1986-W. Statue of Liberty $5.00 gold. PCGS graded Proof 69Deep Cameo. Beautiful golden-sunset color. Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 300

3595 1986 Statue of Liberty 3-Piece Uncirculated Set with $5.00gold. Housed in the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 250

3596 1987 4-Piece Constitution BU and Proof including $5.00 goldcoins. In the original mahogany box. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

3597 1987 Constitution 4-Piece Proof and Uncirculated Set with$5.00 gold. Housed in the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 450

3598 1992-W Christopher Columbus Quincentenary $5 Gold.PCGS graded MS-69. (PCGS # 9666) Estimated Value ................................................................ $220 - 240

3599 1995 Civil War 3-Piece Proof Set with $5.00 gold. Housed inthe original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $280 - 300

3600 1995-W Civil War Battlefield $5 Gold. NGC graded Proof 69Ultra Cameo. Estimated Value ................................................................ $240 - 260

3601 1997 FDR 2-Piece Proof and Uncirculated $5 Gold Coin Set.Housed in the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $750 - 800

3602 1999 George Washington 2-Piece Proof and Uncirculated $5Gold Coin Set. Housed in the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $450 - 500

3603 2001 Capitol Visitor Center 3-Piece Proof Set with $5.00 gold.Housed in the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 225

3604 2001 Capitol Visitor Center Uncirculated $5 Gold Coin.Housed in the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

3605 $20.00 Solid Gold Money Clip. 14 kt. yellow gold nuggetdesign money clip with 1926 $20.00, in rope bezel. Overallgrade of EF with the money clip in workable condition. Totalweight 66.6 gr. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,900 - 2,000

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3606 2008. $100.00 Gold Union. NGC UCAM Gem Proof. Contains1 oz pure gold. Housed in a gorgeous original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

3607 2008. Bald Eagle $5.00 gold Brilliant Uncirculated (3). Eachhoused in the original box of issue. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $650 - 700

3608 2008. Bald Eagle $5.00 gold Gem Proof (3). Each in the originalbox of issue. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $700 - 750

3609 2008. Buffalo $50.00 1 oz.999 gold. Gem BU. In the original redbox of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $900 - 950

3610 2008. FIRST SPOUSE SERIES. Elizabeth Monroe $10.00 (½ oz)Gem Uncirculated. In the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

3611 2008. FIRST SPOUSE SERIES. Elizabeth Monroe $10.00 (½ oz)Gem Proof. In the original box of issue. Estimated Value ................................................................ $400 - 425

3612 A lot of Modern Commemorative Gold Sets and Coins. Con-sists of: 1983-1984 3-Piece Olympic Proof Set with $10.00 gold(2 sets); 1984 Olympic $10.00 Proof; 1984-D Olympic $10.00Proof; 1984-S Olympic $10.00 Proof; 1984-W Olympic $10.00Unc. Also includes: 2002 Olympic $5.00 in Unc. (2 pics) and2002 Olympic $5.00 in Proof (2 pcs). All in original boxes asissued. Lot of 10 coins and sets. Estimated Value .......................................................... $3,000 - 3,100


Eagle Bullion Coins

3613 1990 (1) and 1999 (2) $5.00 Gold Eagles. Each is a 1/10th oz.coin. All are Gem Uncirculated. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $275 - 300

3614 1992 $5 American Gold Eagle. 1/10th ounce AGE housed in theoriginal box of issue. Estimated Value .................................................................... $80 - 90

3615 2002 $5.00 Gold Eagle. Gem Brilliant Uncirculated. 10th oz. Estimated Value .................................................................. $95 - 100

3616 2007 $5.00 Gold Eagles. Each 1/10th oz. Each NGC gradedEarly Release Gem Uncirculated. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $200 - 220

Miscellaneous Gold

3617 Jewelry Lot of 14 kt gold - gross weight 57 grams (1.835 oz.).Includes a rope 20" rope style chain and a men's $2.50 Indiangold coin. Total of 6 different items. Estimated Value .......................................................... $1,250 - 1,350

3618 A trio of U.S. Gold Coins. Consists of: $2.50 1905 and 1928;$5.00 1913. Coins grade VF to EF and lightly cleaned. Lot of 3coins. Estimated Value ................................................................ $500 - 525


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