Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 42

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

$5 Gold

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 3276		1795 $5 Capped Bust. Small eagle. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. BD-3. PCGS #50189862. Well struck and a hint of light toning. Very choice Premium Quality example for the grade. One of the finest known and Condition Census. Resplendent surfaces that are thoroughly frosted with keen-edged, greenish gold to yellow-gold luster strengthening outward from the centers. Taking stock of another key aspect of the grade, this piece has knife-edged devices throughout, including centers, rather than a soft, mushy strike as most often seen. This gives the coin an appreciable advantage over others in its class. Though a number of Mint State survivors of the 1795 half eagle issue survive, most are among the lower positions of the Mint State grading scale. The 1795 half eagles were the very first gold coins issued by the U.S. Mint, with the first delivery of struck pieces occurring at the end of July, 1795. According to the Bass-Dannreuther guide "There is no doubt that there are fewer than 1,000 Small Eagle 1795 half eagles still available to today's collectors -- combining all the 12 varieties! The high estimates of the known survivors of the 12 Small Eagle varieties added together are only slightly more than 600 specimens. Even if the estimates are off by twenty percent, only 750 or so of these spectacular early American coins are known." Pop 6; 2 finer in 65 (PCGS # 8066) . On this die variety, the date is wide and star 11 joins Y of LIBERTY. The wreath has 4 berries, and the upper leaf in the palm branch ends at the foot of I in United. This is one of the more often seen 1795 varieties with possibly 200 examples extant. The previous use of this obverse was on BD-2. Estimated Value $270,000 - 290,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $322,000
Lot 3277		1798 $5 Capped Bust. Large eagle, large 8, 14 stars. NGC graded AU-53. BD-3. Lightly toned and lustrous with attractive original color, attractive original surfaces. Scarce variety. Die diagnostics for BD-3 include a Large 8 in the date that touches the bust, with the 8 above the 9 (the only obverse used with this unusual reverse); the 14 star reverse is unique among varieties of 1798 and occurs only on BD3. The noted gold scholar, Harry Bass, was so enamored with this unusual die variety that he owned four examples in various die states! There are numerous early gold varieties, particularly half eagles, where the situation of die states is difficult to pin down from the brief descriptions or blurry photographs. Pop 2; 2 in 55; 6 in 58; 1 in 60: Only 12 graded in total at NGC. (PCGS # 8080) . On this distinctive variety the large 8 touches the bust, with the 8 above the 9 (the only obverseused with this unusual reverse). The 14-star reverse is key. The coin is scarce, with only about three dozen examples reported.This obverse was paired with another everse, creating the next variety, BD-4, suggesting an early failure of the 14-star reverse die, since the obverse is still in perfect condition for the second pairing. Estimated Value $19,000 - 21,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $27,600
Lot 3278		1800 $5 Capped Bust. Sharpness of AU-55. BD-3. Cleaned years ago and now toning down. A pale golden example with some luster around the devices and decent eye appeal. A hint of weakness at the hair as typically seen, but well defined on the eagle. The early half eagles, regardless of condition, are always impressive to examine and study. This variety is rare but not exceedingly rare as some have suggested. The total specimens in existence may be on the order of 20 pieces, but that still qualifies if as a rare coin. The key identifier for this variety is the extra arrow that extends past the normal bunch of eight arrows used for all large eagle reverse dies to this point (1800). The extra arrow was added by hand; this particular nine-arrow formation is not seen on any other reverse. In fact, this bundle of eight arrows is a punch used for all large eagle reverse half eagles (PCGS # 8082) . Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,600. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,830
Lot 3279		1806 $5 Capped Bust. Round 6. PCGS graded MS-63. BD-6. Mostly untoned with a better than average strike. A very attractive looking coin. A problem-free coin, as anyone can see by the photographs. Magnification reveals luster racing over the surface, vivid and bright gold in appearance. What's more, the fields acquit themselves nicely in terms of the fewness of marks on this frosty specimen. The only weak areas in the strike seem to be the stars (per usual) and a portion of the shield where it overlaps the left wing. The Round Top 6 variety is the overwhelming favorite piece if one were to own just a single gold half eagle from this period. It displays the handsome Heraldic Eagle reverse and is affordable in all grade ranges. According to the Bass-Dannreuther guide to die varieties, "There are numerous clues to prove this variety was the last produced [in 1806]… 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 reversed, resulting in better-struck obverses." (PCGS # 8089) . Estimated Value $22,000 - 24,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $31,050
Lot 3280		1809/8 $5 Capped Draped Bust. Sharpness of MS-60 or better. BD-1. The only known variety of 1809. Current estimated mintage, a low 20,000 to 33,875 pieces (the latter being the published mintage figure at the time). Lightly cleaned years ago. We note a slight tar stain in the left obverse field that was present when made. Lots of pleasing frosty mint luster adds to this coin's appeal. Half eagles bearing this design were introduced in 1807 in order to improve the look of America's gold coin. As an added intention, the mint standardized the capped bust coins to include (eventually) all silver and gold denominations that were being struck in those days. A bold, handsome specimen for the collector. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. Ex Superior's Feb. 1973 Auction, lot 347. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $27,600
Lot 3281		1813 $5 Capped Head. NGC graded MS-60. A popular type coin. Mostly untoned. There is a short line in the field opposite Liberty's nose. An very bright and lustrous About Uncirculated that prospective bidders may use as a standard-bearer for other examples that share this grade. In addition to the strike being forthright and crisp, it is only reasonable to expect some residual luster. And luster there is on this piece, a frosty specimen. The new larger Liberty head was introduced in 1813. The Mint's coin engraver, John Reich, continued at his duties, as seen in his secret "signature" of a chip out of one point of the 13th star. Pop 8; 168 finer (PCGS # 8116) . Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,488
Lot 3282		1834 $5 Classic Head. Plain 4. NGC graded MS-61. Well struck and quite lustrous for the grade, we note excellent hair curls on the portrait and a strong (if not razor-sharp) LIBERTY at the headband. For its part, the eagle shows excellent feather detail, though with minor softness at the shield on which there are a few small marks. First year design. Plain 4 in date (there was also a Crosslet 4 variety of 1834 made.) (PCGS # 8171) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,370
Lot 3283		1834 $5 Classic Head. Plain 4. PCGS graded AU-55. A nice deep impression and exhibits its natural greenish color gold. The surfaces are semi reflective and quite pleasing for an AU coin. Some mint frost in the hair curls (PCGS # 8171) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 3284		1838 $5 Classic Head. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Final year of this short-lasting design. Well struck and a hint of golden toning. A bright choice specimen that spares no compromises with its rich golden iridescence on both sides. Strike is much sharper than average for the Type (compare to, say, the often weak 1834-36 dates), as it is struck with systematic exactness throughout. The half eagle standard was reduced from 135 grains to 129 grains via the Act of June 28, 1834. This was put into effect on August 2, 1834, and coins struck on and after that date were of the new lighter weight. The strategy to dissuade exporters proved successful; it was no longer profitable to melt or export gold coins for bullion, and they circulated at par for the first time since the War of 1812. From 1834 through 1838, large quantities were produced, with bullion supplied from gold production in North Carolina and Georgia and by gold shipments received from France as an indemnity for spoliation against American commerce during the Napoleonic Wars, according to researches by the Harry Bass Foundation. Most of the mintage was accomplished at Philadelphia. In 1838, the branch mints at Charlotte and Dahlonega produced coins for the first time. The total business strike mintage of the Classic Head type totaled 2,113,612 coins. Pop 11; 25 finer; 21 in 64; 3 in 65; 1 in 66. (PCGS # 8176) . Estimated Value $12,000 - 14,000. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $14,375
Lot 3285		1840 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-55. Well struck with light golden toning. Attractive semi reflective fields are also noted (PCGS # 8194) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,150. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,438
Lot 3286		1841 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-61. Well struck with rich golden toning. This is a lovely, healthy-glowing early half eagle, one whose full-color obverse and reverse is warmly toned. It beams with frosted luster. Regarding this date, the clearest details are found throughout the peripheral areas and also encompassing the key centers which are crystal clear as noted in hair, the coronet, and on the reverse, the eagle's feathers, feet, and shield design. Pop 1; 13 finer; 3 in 62; 2 in 63; 8 in 64. (PCGS # 8202) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,370
Lot 3287		1842-D $5 Liberty. Small date. ANACS graded Details of MS-60. Well struck with reflective surfaces. Nice looking. Bright gold color erupts from original surfaces untouched by toning let alone those unsightly copper stains. A strong strike as well, making this an advantageous coin for the focused collector. In fact, this well-struck example exemplifies good details, Dahlonega Mint rarely came up to this standard in later years. It has no bothersome abrasions or points of wear. For identifying purposes, there is a small mark in the field above the top arrowhead on the reverse (PCGS # 8210) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,325
Lot 3288		1850-D $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-58. Only 43,984 coins minted. Mostly untoned. Wonderful lustrous surfaces are flourishing with light gold brilliance. Well struck for the date, with some dentil details soft on both sides, though nothing approaching "full" can be said for most Dahlonega Mint half eagles of the 1850s. Fully struck coins of this date are rare. Pop 8; 1 in 60, 2 in 61 (PCGS # 8245) . Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3289		1853 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-58. A nice untoned example displays abundant golden luster. Pop 27; 68 finer (PCGS # 8253) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 3290		1854-D $5 Liberty. NGC graded MS-62. Well struck with lovely golden toning. Great eye appeal. An better-than-average strike for the date, with some weakness on the dentils around the rim and on the reverse at the eagle's neck feathers only. The surfaces are lustrous in texture, as now and then seen on this issue when found in Mint condition, and a good deal of mint luster clings to the devices and within all the recesses. There is one small mark at the base of Liberty's jaw, and a curvy line at the point of the brow. Both sides show delicate orange-gold toning, with richer shades around the rim dentils. The 1854-D has a relatively high issuance for Dahlonega half eagles, making this lovely Mint State the initial pick for one's Type Collection. Fewer are around than some other dates, and it so happens the average specimen is a well-worn Very Fine or Extremely Fine, often with reduced eye appeal. For any collector, buying a first D-mint gold coin constitutes the biggest thing in life, and nothing will change the outcome if you go with this particularly attractive MS62 graded by NGC. Pop 21; 8 finer. Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $9,488
Lot 3291		1854-D $5 Liberty. Medium D. Sharpness of MS-62. Well struck and lightly toned. The surfaces are somewhat dull and porous as though from immersion in sea water. Still a sharp, mark-free specimen that any collector would admire in his set of rare gold pieces (PCGS # 88258) . Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,600. Ex: Steve Ivy ANA Auction 1980 Lot 249 Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3292		1856-C $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-58. Well struck and untoned. 28,457 minted. Collectors of C and D mint gold quickly learn that the 1856-C is one of the rarest half eagles in the set. Ranking sixth in overall rarity among the 24 deliveries, in About Uncirculated and Mint State grades the '56-C holds a position that would take an earthquake of large magnitude to shake from its pedestal. This lovely Choice About Uncirculated also has a strike that is about as clear as one could hope for in an 1856-C. Fresh gold color expands evenly over the surface with much luster still present. Only the most trivial abrasions are found, pointing to finer quality than average where typical specimens show marks. Pop 26; 6 in 60; 6 in 61; 2 in 62. (PCGS # 8267) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3293		1858-C $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-53. Well struck with light orange-gold toning. Some luster still visable within the devices such as Liberty's hair and the eagle's feathers, as well as some residual frost around the stars, date, and reverse legends. And unlike many Charlotte minted half eagles of the 1840s and 1850s, this 1858-C was struck with controlled precision throughout, revealing the central parts of the design in bold relief. The grateful bidder will not be likely to allow this piece to sell at below market price. And if bidders could keep an eye on the course of events in the future, it is likely this piece will become rarer in the marketplace as they years advance. Pop 12; 44 finer. (PCGS # 8277) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,700. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,105
Lot 3294		1859-C $5 Liberty. NGC graded MS-60. A nice untoned example. Only 31,847 minted. Lustrous golden surfaces exhibit light golden iridescence in most areas. A few stray marks are present. The reverse strike is typically soft in most places for this date, and high-end specimens are mainly graded by the overall quality of the obverse. From a mintage for the date which seems low by today's standards, most of the specimens found in collections from that mintage are Very Fine or, at best, Extremely Fine. Douglas Winter calls the date Rarity-7 in AU preservation, pointing to as few as a dozen pieces. The present coin will attract wide attention, and we know instinctively that it will find an appreciative new owner. NGC holder 19990888-001. (The reverse of virtually every known 1859-C half eagle is softly struck. Many of the known impressions from the die also show evidence of die rust. This same reverse die was used in Charlotte in the following year, 1860, with the same comments regarding the reverse die being appropriate for half eagles of that date as well.) Pop 4; 6 in 61, 1 in 62, and 1 in 63 (PCGS # 8281) . Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3295		1862 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded Proof 63 Deep Cameo. PCGS #13473517. Well struck and choice for the grade. Lovely light golden toning. As certain as night follows day in the Northern Hemisphere, the 1862 Proof half eagle is a coin that is rare in both coining formats, not only as a Proof, but also as a business strike, as Northern Hemisphere collectors realize and count on. Its rarity is beyond reproach since as a Proof, only 35 pieces were struck for collectors! Survivors might almost be counted on the fingers of both hands. In the 1982 Eliasberg catalog, Bowers opined that "only a dozen or so can be traced," and Breen (1988) estimated that "fewer than 12 are traceable." We believe there may be collectible only 8-10 pieces today, excluding those in museums. Proofs were struck on February 16, 1862, and this piece, as with all Proof 1862 fives, shows a diagnostic dot near the center of the shield. It has razor-sharp details and smooth, swirling reflectiveness in the field on both sides. Just a few hairlines show while the devices are covered in micron-fine satin frost. The devices display rich mint color giving the coin a pronounced beauty surpassing its modest numerical condition. Collectors of Proof gold will want to follow it closely on the auction block, as it may be many auction cycles before another such opportunity will present itself. Pop 1; Highest graded; the only Deep Cam at PCGS. (PCGS # 98452) . Estimated Value $40,000 - 50,000. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $74,750
Lot 3296		1865-S $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-58. Only 27,612 struck. Nice strike with light golden toning. A rare coin in high grade. We have stated it before when the occasional 1865-S five gets consigned to one of our sales, this is a rarity in higher grades and a coin that David Akers noted as usually being found in grades of Fine to Very Fine. Breen confirms in his encyclopedia that as a date, the 1865-S is "prohibitively rare above VF; unknown above EF" which will give collectors some reference into the elusive nature of this date in high grade. The true number of About Uncirculated pieces may never be known, and it could actually be lower than reported in the population figures due to resubmittals. In the historic Harry Bass, Jr. sales of the late 1990s, only two lower-end About Uncirculated coins were offered, these were the best he could find after years of searching. The large S mintmark is slightly weak, diagnostic to this variety. Overall the strike is firm, with strong details on Liberty and the eagle (barring a little softness in the region of the two claws and arrow feathers, also diagnostic). The fields show moderate handling marks, as these were acquired from shipping around in a bag rather than heavy circulation; the coin has so little actual wear. No annoying alloy imperfections are seen, and this coin would be the focal point of any advanced date collection. Frosty luster in the fields and graced by light coppery toning. Pop 9; 5 finer in 61 (PCGS # 8299) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $7,475
Lot 3297		1866-S $5 Liberty. No motto. NGC graded AU-58. Only 9,000 minted. A nice strike with some light toning. An elusive transitional piece, and desirable as such, a rarity when compared to its lower-grade brethren that usually appear in sales. With this few issued the average survivor is often abraded, with nice ones in the minority. This present AU58 example has a solid lock on its grade and offers the viewer lovely tinges of gold plus generous amounts of luster. NGC holder 1850958-003. The year 1866 was a one of transition in silver and gold coins. Patriotic fervor arising out of the trauma of Civil War gave birth to demands for a religious motto to be included on America's coinage. In 1861, 1862, and 1863, a now forgotten precursor to the adopted motto was used on Pattern coins. But, GOD OUR TRUST, for that was the original wording, was rejected; the more rhythmical IN GOD WE TRUST sounded better and was put on the new Two-cent Pieces of 1864 and later the Shield Nickels of 1866. The Act of March 3, 1865 had a clause mandating this motto. However, it took Philadelphia Mint some months to prepare the production dies. (Philadelphia makes dies for the branch mints). For this reason, a few No Motto five-dollar gold pieces, but only a few, were made at San Francisco before the new IN GOD WE TRUST reverse dies arrived. The present piece is one of the higher end survivors. Not many come on the market in any one year. Pop 7; none finer at either service (PCGS # 8300) . Estimated Value $11,000 - 12,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $13,800
Lot 3298		1867 $5 Liberty. EF-45. Lightly toned. Comes with a PCGS tag EF-45. Only 6,870 minted. Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700. View details	Unsold
Lot 3299		1868 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-55. Only 5,725 minted. Well struck and nice golden toning. Scarce date. Long known by specialists to be rare above Very Fine or Extremely Fine, this carefully graded AU55 example surpasses even a few of the finer graded examples known. It is a lustrous coin, and this may well be the main draw -- few other coins ever offered as AU55 have this coin's beauty and surface originality. The coin is mostly well struck, about on a par with other P-mint issues in the late 1860s, but certainly not the weakness seen on many San Francisco Mint gold half eagles from this year. The fields are warmly toned with a few minor abrasions scattered about, the main areas being a small cluster on the chin and a single ding on the neck midway down the lovelock curl. Of exceptional quality and importance to the specialist of low-mintage With Motto half eagles. Pop 11; 1 in 58, and 1 in 62 (PCGS # 8315) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 3300		1869-S $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-58. Only 31,000 struck. A scarce date in high grade. Lustrous fresh gold with iridescent rose accents around devices. Free of major marks. From a mintage for the date that was typical for the San Francisco Mint of the 1860s, this is an "extraordinarily rare coin above VF," according to Akers; Breen called the date "prohibitively rare above VF." A condition rarity, with very few examples of the issue known in comparable or greater quality. A conundrum for collectors wishing to own it: who among the many will be the final high bidder? (PCGS # 8318) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,038
Lot 3301		1871-CC $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-58. Mostly untoned. Only 20,770 minted. We find nothing but beauty and natural order in this satin-fresh example, a coin with agreeable mint frost within, around and covering of the devices. Level, rolling luster, in fact, free from heavy marks that so commonly attracted to early CC-mint half eagles. There are a few light abrasions, but these aren't distinguished by anything out of the ordinary. Furthermore, there are splashes of rich "old gold" color in areas that swirl over the choice quality surfaces. 1871-CC checks in as a significant rarity in the Liberty $5 coinage struck at Carson City Mint. Relatively few were made. Most all seem to have been in circulation. There was no interest on the part of numismatists at the time, remember. The present piece is quite exceptional, as will be the successful bidder who understands its rarity and true value in today's quality-conscious marketplace for rare gold. Pop 4; 1 in 61; 1 in 63. (PCGS # 8323) . Estimated Value $19,000 - 21,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $23,000
Lot 3302		1872-CC $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-50. Only 16,980 struck. This is a much better date than its original mintage would suppose; there may be fewer than 100 pieces known. Mostly untoned. A few tiny abrasions in the fields. A well preserved specimen whose dynamic details and cherished CC mintmark make it a favorite among gold rarities collectors. A major opportunity in this grade. Pop 6; 5 in 53, 5 in 55, 2 in 58 (PCGS # 8326) . Estimated Value $13,000 - 14,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $14,950
Lot 3303		1874-CC $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. Lovely rich golden toning on this premium quality coin. Only 21,198 struck. Strong luster displays on warm honey gold surfaces. Choice and problem-free for the grade, with only the tiniest of marks present when viewed under low power magnification. Another prominent rarity from the Carson City Mint, one of a small number of survivors. The low survival of the piece supplies an obvious motive to bid! The average for the 1874-CC is a well-circulated coin, often worn to Very Fine or Extremely Fine. Anything better is notably rare. Regarding the About Uncirculated grade, the population figures with about 20 pieces known in this and higher grades, put the coin squarely in the Rarity-6 category. The present coin is the among the finest offered in recent years, always difficult to locate, and will be a treasure in the stewardship of its next owner. Pop 9; 8 in 58, 2 in 62 (PCGS # 8334) . Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $12,075
Lot 3304		1879-CC $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-58. Well struck and untoned with partially reflective fields. A rare coin in all grades and decidedly so in grades about EF. Only 17,281 minted. Exceptional bright frosted luster plays across golden surfaces on this high end specimen. 1879-CC tends to be much more heavily worn on than this. Census figures reveal that concerning the '79-CC $5 gold perhaps only a few dozen exist at the AU level, possibly fewer if we take into account multiple submittals to a grading service. Certainly this number is exceedingly small in terms of the popularity of Carson City coinage. Pop 30; 1 in 60; 2 in 61. Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,350
Lot 3305		1880-S $5 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck with light golden toning and quite frosty throughout. In an old green label holder. Pop 165; 57 finer (PCGS # 8353) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3306		1884-CC $5 Liberty. PCGS graded AU-58. Well struck with light toning. Only 16,402 minted. There is a faint raised die line that is diagnostic on the '84-CC half eagles, as though the die maker left this obverse unfinished. A worthwhile specimen by any standard, the ample luster is not in the least timid or yielding as on more worn specimens, while pale golden hues blossom on both sides. The strike, like the luster, is confident, indeed, as bold as ever seen on virtually any CC date in the series. Too-clever tactics and bidding ruses just won't cut it here. Frontal attack with firm determination will be the stuff it takes to wrest this attractive half eagle away from the other contenders. Pop 10; 1 in 61, 1 in 62 (PCGS # 8365) . Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,913
Lot 3307		1885 $5 Liberty. NGC graded MS-64. Frosty and lightly toned to a pinkish gold shade, quite appealing. Pop 118; 11 finer (PCGS # 8367) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,323
Lot 3308		1887 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded Proof 58. A Proof only year. Only 87 total coins minted for this very important date. Here is a lovely example for the connoisseur who demands rare dates. Because of its Proof-only stature, the 1887 half eagle has long been a favorite challenge to find. The limited number of offerings tends to excite interest in the date all the more. In the stormy period of the 1880s, the Mint produced only a handful of gold Proofs for sale to collectors each year. Instanced by this is the 1887 five dollar gold piece, no business strikes were made for purposes of a circulating coinage, at least at the Philadelphia Mint (there were 1887-S half eagles minted). This lovely toned example displays ample Proof glitter and reflectiveness on both sides. It shows only mild signs of handling. The firm strike confirms it as a Proof as well. Bidders need only brace themselves when the auction process begins, and firmly reject stepping out of the bidding until the final bid is called. Pop 1; 1 in 60, 1 in 63, 3 in 64, 1 in 65 (PCGS # 8482) . Estimated Value $17,000 - 19,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $19,550
Lot 3309		1891-CC $5 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and frosty with pale golden surfaces. And unlike many CC-mint Liberty fives, this one is free from heavy bagmarking. It's surface is relatively smooth, including the important facial profile on Liberty. Pop 51; 1 finer in 65 (PCGS # 8378) . Estimated Value $4,700 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,210
Lot 3310		1894-S $5 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-62. Old green holder. Well struck with nice golden toning. Reddish to orange-tinted luster, the surfaces exhibit eye-opening smoothness for this elusive branch mint date. Scarce, only 55,900 pieces struck. Pop 3; 2 finer; 1 in 63; 1 in 64. (PCGS # 8389) . Estimated Value $2,700 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 3311		1900 $5 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 62 Cameo. Light marks in the fields. A solid Proof at this level in all regards. The satiny cameo frosted surfaces of the main devices are alight with dence color, the fields surrounding mirror-like, and the strike is clear-cut, with the eye appeal much better than suggested by the "62" grade. Only 230 proofs issued. Pop 3; 34 finer in cameo at NGC (PCGS # 88495) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,750
Lot 3312		1901/0-S $5 Liberty. . FS-006. NGC graded MS-64. Nice golden colors. The centers are brighter reddish-gold oscillating with deeper heather-gold peripheries. A very attractive coin. Scarce overdate Liberty half eagle where portions of the residual "0" are seen at the sides of the second 1 in the date. Pop 63; 27 finer; 23 in 65; 4 in 66. (PCGS # 8403) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,438
Lot 3313		1903 $5 Liberty. PCGS graded Proof 63. A nice brilliant example. Only 154 proofs struck. Of the very few half eagle Proofs struck in 1903 this coin is the solidly graded by the grading service. It is reasonable to conclude that this one was handled with kid gloves almost since the outset. And one can see why, the surfaces are gleaming and choice in every way. Smooth mirror fields show only minimal hairlines. On the reverse, there are a couple of small copper toning area which are the only signs of toning on this coin, otherwise it appears brilliant, glittery, and carefully handled from the moment it was struck. Collectors who want to treat themselves to a rare Proof gold coin will fall in love with this nicely preserved 1903 half eagle. Once it sells, it may be months before another gets offered again. Pop 10; 13 in 64, 3 in 65, 1 in 66 (PCGS # 8498) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,740
Lot 3314		1903-S $5 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck with rich golden toning. In an old green holder. Both sides put on view the distinctive "look" for this S-mint delivery: smoothly frosted surfaces, rolling cartwheel effects, and boldly struck devices. There is nothing hesitant about this '03-S half eagle (PCGS # 8408) . Estimated Value $1,350 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3315		1905 $5 Liberty. NGC graded MS-63. Frosty surfaces with light natural toning (PCGS # 8411) . Estimated Value $525 - 575. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $748
Lot 3316		1908 $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and lightly toned. First year of issue, a frosty golden example with complete freedom from toning spots, plus a smooth, satiny cheek on the Indian's face and neck (PCGS # 8510) . Estimated Value $2,600 - 2,800. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,290
Lot 3317		1908 $5 Indian. NGC graded MS-63. Lightly toned with lovely rose-gold blush of color associated with the mint frostiness. Desirable first-year issue (PCGS # 8510) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,645
Lot 3318		1908-D $5 Indian. NGC graded MS-63. Well struck. Sharply struck with exceptionally choice surfaces and beaming mint frost. Subtly variegated luster adds even more to the overall attractiveness of this MS63 grade piece. When Bela Lyon Pratt's new Indian head motif reached the public in 1908, they was surprised. Never before in American numismatics had a coin designer broken with tradition in such an overt way as did Pratt. For what he did was to recess the design below the surface of the coin! (PCGS # 8511) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,588
Lot 3319		1908-S $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and well struck. Low mintage date. Only 82,000 struck. There is much to say about the beautiful surfaces of this coin since they are nearly perfect for the grade, a quality almost unimaginable compared to the usual bagmarked competitors. The mint frost glows with intensity over each side. There is just a bit of light patina as well. Soft-edged devices and lettering throughout the centers are typical on this first year, as commonly seen; however, a small percentage of this San Francisco's production is found with enough convincing detail to be called "bold" and this is one such coin! Pop 75; 61 finer; 40 in 65; 13 in 66; 7 in 67; 1 in 68. (PCGS # 8512) . The obverse portrays Brule Lakota Chief Hollow Horn Bear, who had taken part in Theodore Roosevelt's inaugural parade, March 4, 1905. The Chief died March 15, 1913, age 54, at Providence Hospital, according to the notice in the April 1913 Numismatist, which misidentified him as the model for the 1899 $5 Silver Certificates. Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $7,245
Lot 3320		1909 $5 Indian. NGC graded MS-63. A hint of light golden toning. Choice, smooth surfaces with bold feather detail in the lower feathers of the war bonnet (PCGS # 8513) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,588
Lot 3321		1909 $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-62. Light golden mint luster, more satiny than frosty and slightly different than the D-mint's luster this year (PCGS # 8513) . Estimated Value $900 - 950. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,035
Lot 3322		1909-D $5 Indian. NGC graded MS-64. Lightly toned. The frosty textured surfaces are awash in rich reddish-gold colors, and both sides are uncommonly well struck for this sometimes weakly produced type. Note the bold feathers in the headdress. Let your eyes run slowly up and down the surface of the coin to admire its frosty allure and freedom from bagmarks. Pop 1508; 65 finer; 1 in 64 Star; 62 in 65; 2 in 66. (PCGS # 8514) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,910
Lot 3323		1909-D $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-63. Nice light golden toning.This D-mint example is quite pleasing with good luster and splashes of almost full bright satiny gold on each side (PCGS # 8514) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 3324		1909-D $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-62. Attractive golden mint color, frosty throughout (PCGS # 8514) . Estimated Value $750 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 3325		1909-D $5 Indian. PCGS graded MS-62 (PCGS # 8514) . Estimated Value $750 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834

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