Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 7

Coin and Currency Auction

Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1705		1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar. AU-50. Probably the second finest of the variety, at least of those reported in the Donald Parsley update of the Overton reference variety book. The obverse displays some rather heavy adjustment marks which are mostly on the head of Liberty and a few around the rim, and a couple of more slide across the eagle on the reverse. One tiny rim tick is noted between the ninth and tenth stars, which will further serve to hallmark this important coin. The strike is a bit weak, the dies were in wretched shape when this one was coined, they display very strong clash marks on both sides, and numerous small cracks as noted in the Parsley reference. As to the color, this coin was obviously retoned with dark gold and blue shades on both sides, and is quite unnatural in appearance. We note the striking weakness on the lower part of the eagle's body, which is similar to that on the plate coin used for Overton-116. An important offering, despite its minor problems, and a variety which is seldom found in grades above Fine. Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1706		1817 O-105a WITH THE EDGE LETTERING DOUBLED. AU-55. Here is an amazing coin. The dies were shattered when this one was struck, with all the die cracks noted in the Parsley update of the Overton variety book for the "a" die state. Furthermore, this is a rarity 4 variety, one of the "tough ones" for collectors to find in any grade, much less nice. Add to this that the coin is About Uncirculated 55, well up in the Condition Census as tied for the second finest known with two or three others, and you have something really special. As if all these qualities weren't enough, this coin went through the Castaing machine (the edge lettering device) twice, with a slight shift so the letters are completely separated, and clearly visible. The only letter that isn't doubled is the H of HALF, and the A is partially doubled. Even the star is doubled, not with a slight shift, but two complete stars completely separated. As to the coin itself, the central obverse is weak, as usual as the dies were heavily cracked, the reverse has a stronger strike, as that die was still holding together despite clash marks and a crack below the denomination. The fields exhibit frosty luster, and the coin is generally untoned save for a dark ring of color around the periphery. Liberty's nose is also doubled. Of course this coin was cleaned and the fields show minor hairlines, but the surfaces are pristine otherwise and this is a coin that any Bust Half Dollar specialist would be proud to own and display. We expect feverish bidding for this lot, which will be well deserved, for the winner will not likely get another chance to purchase a coin with so many wonderful attributes soon. Don't let this opportunity slip away. Estimated Value $750-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $748
Lot 1707		Withdrawn	Unsold
Lot 1708		1848-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. AU-55. Light hairlines from an old cleaning, but the surfaces are largely free from abuse and the color is a pleasing silvery gold pastel look. Sharply struck overall, with some curious long diebreaks on reverse. Pleasant enough for the grade. Estimated Value $100 - 130. View details	Realized $121
Lot 1709		1853 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows and rays. MS-60. This coin does have minor hairlines, which account for its modest grade, but the hairlines are not the usual canals cut into the surfaces, just light wipe lines from a bit too judicious cleaning. Faint golden toning has started to form, and the strike is superb. An important type coin that is seldom found this nice, and usually with problems. The strike is very strong, and we expect that collectors will recognize the value in this piece and bid accordingly. Struck from clashed dies, as are most. Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1710		1855-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. MS-60 Plus. Light to medium mottled violet toning, mostly on the obverse. Popular and scarce type coin in Mint State. Estimated Value $600 - 700. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $978
Lot 1711		1875 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. AU-55. Semi-prooflike fields and very well struck. Light silvery white surfaces, flashy and appealing. Somebody gonna love this one! Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details	Realized $104
Lot 1712		1880 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 66. One of the very finest to survive of this date, NGC has only graded 19 this high, with 11 graded higher. There is a delicate band of toning around the periphery of both sides, and minimal hairlines are noted in the delicate mirror fields. Examination will scarcely detect the faint friction on Liberty's legs, perhaps from examination on a velvet tray by exhuberant collectors of the last several decades. An impressive coin that will excite the specialist. Estimated Value $3,800 - 4,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,060
Lot 1713		1885 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 66. Flashy and white, with an arc of toning on the upper obverse ranging from rose to deep gold. The devices are highly frosted, while the fields seem forebodingly dark in their reflectivness. A hint of haziness is noted in the fields, and a couple of stray lines from handling, but a glass must be used to see them. NGC has only graded 19 this high, with ten graded higher of the date, that's not many considering 930 were struck for collectors, most of which survive in far lower proof grades. If you demand the best available, then here is a lovely gem of this scarce issue. Estimated Value $3,800 - 4,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,290
Lot 1714		1892-O Barber Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A beautiful coin that boasts frosty luster and well struck devices. Each star on the obverse (save one) shows full radial lines, and Liberty's cheek is free of the usual bagmarks. Similar on the reverse, with slight weakness noted on the eagle's claw holding the arrows. The faintest hint of toning around the periphery. Popular as one of the key dates in this series, and very hard to locate in full gem condition. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,105
Lot 1715		1897 Barber Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65. Hazy, almost milky toning on both sides, with some darker golds at the periphery. Only 731 were struck in proof, and this one is solidly in the gem category. A few minor hairlines are the only signs of handling, and the surfaces are truly splendid underneath the toning. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,875
Lot 1716		1900 Barber Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65. While not the finest graded for the date, this one boasts some of the most spectacular toning one will ever find on a Barber Half Dollar. The periphery is toned a deep blue and gold, with hints of sea-green fading to light rose at the inner ring, and white at the centers. Examination with a glass will note some stray lines, probably from examination or slight mishandling over the decades, but this coin is clearly a gem. Liberty's cheek is full and fresh, and drowning in mint frost, while the surrounding fields are well mirrored and reflective. It is important to note that every coin has some handling evidence, especially proof coins, as the delicate mirror surfaces show hairlines from something as simple as wiping dust from the mirrors. As this coin is celebrating its 100th year since coining, it seems like a good time to lock it away. Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,025
Lot 1717		1917 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-60 Plus. Flashy and bright, one for the date collector. Estimated Value $100 - 115. View details	Realized $288
Lot 1718		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. A satiny high-end gem from an original roll that was put away at the time of issue. Light golden toning starting to form, and outstanding quality obverse and reverse. Estimated Value $300 - 400. View details	Realized $1,610
Lot 1719		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. Only a few faint signs of contact, light golden toning at the centers. Superb. Estimated Value $300 - 400. View details	Realized $1,150
Lot 1720		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. Only a few faint signs of contact, light golden toning at the centers. Superb. Estimated Value $300 - 400. View details	Realized $1,955
Lot 1721		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. A bit more toning on this example, simply stunning in every way. Estimated Value $300 - 400. View details	Realized $414
Lot 1722		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. This is the spiked ankle variety, from clashed dies. Light golden toning at the center, with resplendent luster throughout. Estimated Value $300 - 400. View details	Realized $1,495
Lot 1723		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-60 Plus. Untoned and lustrous. Estimated Value $50 - 60. View details	Unsold
Lot 1724		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. A selection of 5 of this date, hand selected from an original roll as the best of the lot. Each piece offers exceptional surfaces, blazing luster and a couple with light toning. Seldom encountered as most of these early rolls were broken up a few decades ago. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $1,000-UP. View details	Realized $2,990
Lot 1725		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. A selection of 5 of this date, hand selected from an original roll as the best of the lot. Each piece offers exceptional surfaces, blazing luster and a couple with light toning. Seldom encountered as most of these early rolls were broken up a few decades ago. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $1,000-UP. View details	Realized $2,530
Lot 1726		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. MS-66. A superb selection from an original roll. Just enough for a dealer to parcel out quickly. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $1,000-UP. View details	Realized $2,530
Lot 1727		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. Mint State 65 or better. A superb roll that was put away at the time of issue. Check out the gems here! Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $3,000-UP. View details	Realized $8,280
Lot 1728		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. Mint State 64 to 65. A superb roll that was put away at the time of issue. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,500. View details	Realized $5,290
Lot 1729		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. Mint State 64 to 65. A choice original roll that was put away at the time of issue. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,500. View details	Realized $5,290
Lot 1730		1934 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. Mint State 63 to 64. Another outstanding original roll that was put away at the time of issue. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details	Realized $3,450
Lot 1731		1936 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. Light gold toning around the periphery, very faint in fact, and well struck. The surfaces are sublime in their perfection. The fields, devices and rims are nearly as struck, without the usual bag handling. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details	Realized $437
Lot 1732		1936 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. Light golden toning on the obverse and reverse, sharply struck and very pleasing for the grade. One of the best to survive of the date. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details	Realized $460
Lot 1733		1937 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. Superbly preserved, without any signs of contact and well struck too. An impressive coin, and one you won't need to improve upon. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details	Realized $460
Lot 1734		1937 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. Boldly struck and completely untoned. Approaching perfection for the date. Estimated Value $140 - 160. View details	Realized $150
Lot 1735		1937 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Flashy and untoned, well struck too. Estimated Value $100 - 110. View details	Realized $138
Lot 1736		1937 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. A roll of these popular half dollars grading from About Uncirculated to Brilliant Uncirculated. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details	Realized $299
Lot 1737		1937 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. A group of these popular half dollars grading Mint State 63. Lot of 6 coins. Estimated Value $225 - 250. View details	Realized $265
Lot 1738		1939 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 68. When it comes to freshness and originality, nothing can beat this beautiful proof 68 Walking Liberty half dollar. From its perfect surfaces to its bold strike, and from its beautiful design to its lovely pale yellow toning, it is a remarkable blend of numismatic artistry. Moreover, with only 31 graded this high (and none graded higher by PCGS or NGC) this is tied for the finest available of the date. Bid accordingly. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,415
Lot 1739		1939 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 68. Here is an exciting example of the coiner's art, this splendidly preserved proof specimen of the ever-popular Walking Liberty half dollar. The surfaces have a light satiny-sheen from storage in the original cellophane from the Mint, and the surfaces are devoid of marks. Only 19 have been so graded by NGC, with none graded higher. A coin you'll never have to upgrade. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,553
Lot 1740		1939 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. Frosty and white with just a hint of golden color. Outstanding surfaces! A joy to behold. Estimated Value $350 - 400. View details	Realized $391
Lot 1741		1939-D Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. Milky white luster and well struck for this Denver date, without a blush of toning and obviously fresh from a roll. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $173
Lot 1742		1939-D Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Lustrous and well preserved, fresh from a bag. Estimated Value $100 - 110. View details	Realized $86
Lot 1743		1940 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65 Premium quality. Untoned and mint fresh. In an old PCGS holder, an historic relic of days gone by. Estimated Value $80 - 100. View details	Realized $92
Lot 1744		1940-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. Untoned and with some central details but still a bit weak on Liberty. A tough date this nice. Estimated Value $600 - 700. View details	Realized $368
Lot 1745		1940-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Untoned and with clean surfaces, typical weak strike at the centers. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $150
Lot 1746		1940-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Untoned and with the usual weakness at the centers. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $150
Lot 1747		1940-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Frosty and white on the obverse, with a bit of toning on the upper reverse. Typical mush strike at the centers. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $161
Lot 1748		1940-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Flashy, but weakly struck at the centers, no toning yet. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $161
Lot 1749		1940-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Typical weak strike on the centers. Frosty luster. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $265
Lot 1750		1941 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65 Premium quality. A beautiful coin that has curious irridescent blue and green toning over the usual hazy mint colors. In an old style PCGS holder, and well preserved. Estimated Value $275 - 350. View details	Realized $1,380
Lot 1751		1942-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. Stone white on both sides, completely without toning. A touch weak at the centers, as always for this "S" mint issue. Magnificent surfaces. Estimated Value $750 - 850. View details	Realized $805
Lot 1752		1942-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Flashy and white, with some central weakness as struck. Estimated Value $225 - 250. View details	Realized $219
Lot 1753		1942-S Liberty Walking Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Untoned and very lustrous. Typical weakness at the centers. Estimated Value $225 - 250. View details	Realized $230
Lot 1754		1943 Liberty Walking Half Dollar. The first half dollar is toned, the second half dollar is weakly struck at the centers and Peace Dollar is flashy and white. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details	Realized $173

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