Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 70

The September 2-5, 2012

$20.00 Gold

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 2180		1854. Large Date. NGC graded MS-61. A lovely coin. A popular Red Book variety. Only 150 examples are estimated to have survived. Numismatists remain uncertain when the Large Date variety of the 1854 twenty was reported. It is listed in Breen's Encyclopedia (1988). The date is from a logotype used for silver dollars by all accounts. Place a regular 1854 next to the large date variety and the difference is readily seen. The surfaces of this handsome example are clean (meaning free of marks and injury) and show remarkably thick, beautiful frosted mint luster. What a treat for the connoisseur of Type 1 Double Eagles when so many Mint States come heavily abraded! Even reddish-gold color is seen throughout the obverse and reverse, while details show that this rare coin was sharply made and perfectly defined throughout. Pop 4; 3 finer, 2 in 62, 1 in 64 (PCGS # 98911) . Estimated Value $20,000 - 25,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $35,650
Lot 2181		1854-S. NGC graded AU-55. Well struck and lightly toned. A highly lustrous example for the collector seeking an example of the first San Francisco Mint $20 gold piece. This, and the others in the consignment are fresh, frosty, attractive! The 1854-S double eagle is fairly scarce. In addition to the treasure coins, several hundred regular examples of the 1854-S $20 gold exist. The first 1854-S double eagle was struck on April 3, 1854. The coin is now in the National Coin Collection in the Smithsonian Institution. It is the only Proof striking of any San Francisco Mint $20 of the design type. Artifacts from the sunken steamer S.S. Yankee Blade are said to have been salvaged by divers around 1977, and at least 200 to 250 specimens of 1854-S gold $20 coins are believe to have been found (although no accounts of exact figures have been released). As is often true of treasure salvage situations, little factual information is forthcoming; often the more publicity given to a treasure find, the more claimants appear to seek a share (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $4,800 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $11,500
Lot 2182		1854-S. NGC graded EF-45. A hint of gold tone. Luster shines from within the protected areas of this well struck example (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,520
Lot 2183		1854-S. NGC graded EF-45. A hint of tone and lustrous. Has a small rim bruise above the 8th star (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,750
Lot 2184		1854-S. PCGS graded EF-45. Light to medium orange-gold toning can be seen over the atypically smooth surfaces. Nicely detailed for the grade with a remnant of luster in the protected areas around stars and letters. The overall level of eye appeal of this piece is well above average for the grade, as most 1854-S double eagles have been repeatedly cleaned and have abrasions on the surfaces. A very important coin as the first S-mint issue, that is always in great demand among Liberty Head double eagle collectors (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,750
Lot 2185		1854-S. PCGS graded EF-45. Lovely golden toning. Another well-struck example. The San Francisco Mint was opened in 1854 to serve the gold mines of the California Gold Rush. It quickly outgrew its first building and moved into a new one in 1874. The Old United States Mint, also known affectionately as The Granite Lady, is one of the few that survived the great 1906 San Francisco earthquake. It served until 1937, when the present facility was opened. It is located at 88 Fifth St., San Francisco. Within the first year of its operation, the San Francisco mint turned $4 million in gold bullion into coins (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,750
Lot 2186		1854-S NGC graded AU Details. Improperly cleaned. A nice bold strike (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,830
Lot 2187		1854-S. NGC graded EF-40. Mostly untoned with a few minor rim marks (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,910
Lot 2188		1854-S. NGC graded VF-20. Untoned and evenly worn. It takes some doing to find an 1854-S with this amount of circulation wear. While these did do yoeman duty in circulation they are rarely much lower than this! (PCGS # 8913) . Estimated Value $1,750 - 1,850. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,875
Lot 2189		1865-S. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ CAC Approved. A lovely frosty gem. In our opinion this coin should be graded MS64+ or MS65. It is one of the most attractive we have seen, a coin the boasts sharp rims without bad blemishes, and golden-bright luster whose glow and radiance is enjoyable to examine. There is a small mark on Liberty's hair just to the left of her hair bun as well as minor luster grazes in the field below the right wing of the eagle, but nothing else that would require mentioning. On the contrary, the coin is decidedly superior in whatever way you choose to measure. The Deep Sea Research group of entrepreneurs found and recovered 1,207 coins from the wreck of the Brother Jonathan, mostly in the form of 1865-S double eagles. Today, these are available in frosty Mint State grades though most have long since disappeared into coin collections. That source has also made a few near Gem-quality examples available to collectors. As such, the 1865-S is, while not rare, considered one of the most historic offerings available to American numismatists. Pop 127; 25 finer, 1 in 64+, 22 in 65, 2 in 66 (PCGS # 8944) . Estimated Value $12,000 - 14,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $17,825
Lot 2190		1866. With Motto. NGC graded AU-58. Lovely golden toning. Likely an early retrieval from circulation judging from the amount of luster present. The surfaces are frosty gold with typical light abrasions. Regarding this date, the clearest details are found throughout the peripheral areas and also encompassing the key centers which, except at the shield�s center, are relatively clear as noted in the eagle�s feathers and sun rays above. Pop 167; 43 finer (PCGS # 8949) . Estimated Value $2,700 - 2,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2191		1876. Fine-15. Evenly worn and a nice representative of the Type 2 design. Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,450. View details	Realized $1,668
Lot 2192		1876-CC. PCGS graded AU-58. CAC Approved PQ. Only 3,550 examples are estimated to have survived. Semi-reflective surfaces, which enlivens the lustrous aspect all the more. Very nice, exceedingly choice for the grade (PCGS # 8977) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,613
Lot 2193		1882-CC. PCGS graded MS-61. CAC Approved PQ. Housed in an Old Green Holder. Only 39,140 minted of which merely 1,167 examples are estimated to have survived. Lovely golden toning with a darker streak through star 13. The mintage of double eagles from the Carson City Mint this year ceased after 39,140 pieces were produced. As demand for coinage was very strong at the time of issue, it seems possible the entire year�s production quickly found its way into circulation where these heavy gold coins served their useful purpose. Finding a "CC" double eagles from this period in Mint State without heavy bagmarks is difficult to say the least. Here is a coin which should please just about any collector (PCGS # 8997) . Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $23,000
Lot 2194		1888 ANACS graded AU55 Double Die Reverse. Frosty and untoned. Perhaps the most dramatic doubled die variety in the Liberty double eagle series. The spread is especially strong on TWENTY. Mint luster is essentially complete but the cheek shows slight friction, and the obverse is moderately abraded. Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2195		1889-CC NGC graded AU Details. Removed from jewelry (PCGS # 9011) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,013
Lot 2196		1890-CC NGC graded AU Details. Improperly cleaned (PCGS # 9014) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,070
Lot 2197		1890-S. ICG graded MS-61 (PCGS # 9015) . Estimated Value $1,550 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 2198		1893. NGC graded MS-63. Frosty and untoned. A bold example. Pop 648; 63 finer (PCGS # 9022) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,955
Lot 2199		1895-S. PCGS graded MS-63. A frosty, well struck example displaying attractive warm golden luster (PCGS # 9028) . Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,243
Lot 2200		1897. NGC graded MS-62. Frosty and well struck. The P-mint issues in this decade have some of the frostiest, most boldly defined luster in the series and are always attractive when in Mint State grade (PCGS # 9031) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 2201		1902. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved PQ. Housed in an Old Green Holder. Only 31,140 minted of which merely 2,625 examples are estimated to have survived. Lovely golden toning. The 1902 has the lowest mintage of any Liberty Head Double Eagle produced during the 20th century. The 1905 might be more highly priced and better-publicized issue, but the 1902 may actually be as rare. This is especially true in MS63 and higher grades. The MS63 in this Lot is among a select few graded this high. Furthermore, this satiny example does not have the uninspiring appearance seen on so other 1902 Double Eagles. Well struck overall with minimal abrasions present. The only surface flaw worthy of mention being some scuffs in the luster by the 13th star. Pop 66; 10 finer (PCGS # 9041) . Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2202		1904. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely golden toning. A coin whose brilliance and sharp detail really grips the viewer the first time one sees it. Those who first make an acquaintance with the awful power of a hefty, gleaming gold double eagle often experience the same elation we have just now describing this beautiful Gem MS65 to you (PCGS # 9045) . Estimated Value $3,100 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,565
Lot 2203		1904. NGC graded MS-65. Rich golden toning. A smooth-surfaced Gem that refuses to abide by the scorn of bagmarks besmearching its delicate golden surface. The coin is far in advance of others from 1904 (PCGS # 9045) . Estimated Value $3,100 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 2204		1904. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely golden toning. Another exciting Gem MS65 example for the double eagle connoisseur (PCGS # 9045) . Estimated Value $3,100 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,565
Lot 2205		1904. NGC graded MS-65. Lightly toned. We can think of many complimentary things to say to describe this $20 gold piece. The surface glows. The luster is warm with reddish patina. Bagmarks are few. Design details overwhelm. Solidly locked in the Gem class, in other words (PCGS # 9045) . Estimated Value $3,100 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 2206		1904. NGC graded MS-65. Frosty with light toning. There may be multiple bidders clammoring for this Gem quality double eagle. It is adviseable to consider a firm bid (PCGS # 9045) . Estimated Value $3,100 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 2207		1907. High Relief, Roman Numerals, Flat Rim. PCGS graded AU-55. Pleasing details and a hint of gold tone on this lustrous example. Numismatists learn early on that Augustus Saint-Gaudens designed the beautiful Double Eagle named after him that made its debut in 1907. His failing health precluded him from taking an active part in the final steps leading to its production. That honor, as well as the disagreeable task of working with the grouchy Mint Engraver Charles E. Barber, went to Saint-Gaudens' apprentice Henry Hering. The Engraver was asked to prepare master dies for Hering's modified ultra-high relief design. Six sets of working dies were then created, from which the Mint delivered 11,250 High Relief Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles (PCGS # 9136) . Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $11,500
Lot 2208		1907. Flat Relief, Arabic Numerals. PCGS graded MS-61. A few obverse marks. Lightly toned (PCGS # 9141) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,860
Lot 2209		1908. No Motto. PCGS graded MS-63+ CAC Approved. Lightly toned. Desirable two-year Type (PCGS # 9142) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 2210		1908. No Motto. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved. Light even gold toning. President Theodore Roosevelt objected to the motto IN GOD WE TRUST, since he felt such a phrase had no place on our coinage. Perhaps he had a personal reason to object, or was merely following the ideals of separation of church and state. Whatever his reason, Roosevelt's objections were appropriately voiced within the Mint. This design of 1907-08 is Charles Barber's further modification of the Saint-Gaudens design, prepared for ease of minting and use in commerce (PCGS # 9142) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,783
Lot 2211		1908. With Motto. NGC graded MS-65. An untoned satiny mint gem. The surfaces are virtually immaculate. While the 1908 No Motto pieces are fairly well spread over the grading spectrum, the opposite is the case with the prized 1908 With Motto strikes. Check out the low census figures below! We report tremendous detail from a very positive strike, which collectors like better to see than halfhearted detail; furthermore, the surfaces show wonderful golden hues. No need to worry about an unsuccessful strike left by the rebound of the dies that coined this -- something that plagues some No Mottos but fortunately is avoided in the With Mottos -- since even a cursory examination of the piece reveals nice clarity of detail, including the centers. Pop 19; 11 finer (PCGS # 9147) . Estimated Value $13,000 - 14,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $11,500
Lot 2212		1910. PCGS graded MS-63. A nice example (PCGS # 9154) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 2213		1911-D/D. NGC graded MS-63. VP-001. Light golden toning. In the days when these were current, $20 in gold was the equivalent of four days' pay for a Ford Motor Company assembly line worker. Is it any wonder that people lined up for jobs in Henry Ford's vast factory complexes? (PCGS # 9157) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2214		1911-D. PCGS graded MS-66. Rich golden toning. A thrilling example of this always-popular Type. This exceptional coin has beautiful toning and comes very nicely struck, including Liberty�s face. Probably a good many are not as carefully struck as this �11-D, with no suggestion or even a whisper of weakness at the high points. Pop 469; 11 finer (PCGS # 9158) . Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,163
Lot 2215		1913. PCGS graded MS-63. Nicely toned, lustrous. Only 168,780 pieces minted (PCGS # 9161) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 2216		1913-S PCGS graded Genuine. Filed rims. Our grade is MS60+ with a rim problem. Noteworthy is 1913-S mintage: only 34,000 (PCGS # 9163) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2217		1914. PCGS graded MS-63. Nice even toning. Scarcer date: 95,250 struck. This example is quite pleasing with eye-appealing luster and well-balanced patina on each side. No deviation in the sharp relief seen, not even in the centers of the coin (PCGS # 9164) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,645
Lot 2218		1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely golden toning. This is a nearly blemish-free case in point of the early D-mint Saint in this grade: sleek gold in color, with mint bloom that grabs hold of the full effect of the careful preservation since it was made. Need we remind bidders that a weak impression was rarely left by the rebound of the dies that usually struck this issue, all are quite well made; that being said, in the present case, the coin shows outstanding detail and a clear, bold strike. Pop 966; 67 finer (PCGS # 9165) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 2219		1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Rich golden toning. Both sides display an exceptional frosty sheen and dazzling satiny brilliance, almost velvet-like, being naturally toned. Sharp-edged devices and lettering abound. Pop 966; 67 finer (PCGS # 9165) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 2220		1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Light golden toning. A solid example this Denver delivery gold coin with minimal abrasions or marks. A wonderful Gem. Fully struck in all areas with pinpoint detailing on the tops of the figure of Liberty and throughout the soaring eagle. Pop 966; 67 finer (PCGS # 9165) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,990
Lot 2221		1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely shades of gold toning. Another, equally noteworthy. Both sides display an exceptional frosty sheen and dazzling golden brilliance, being predominately warm shades. Pop 966; 67 finer (PCGS # 9165) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,990
Lot 2222		1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Rich golden toning. Nearly flawless in this condition with gleaming metallic patina over each side. An eye-appealing, radiant �14-D. Pop 966; 67 finer (PCGS # 9165) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,875
Lot 2223		1914-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice gold toning. Bright with sunset-gold to pinkish color, both sides exhibit a near absence of the usual scattered blemishes. Pop 966; 67 finer (PCGS # 9165) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 2,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,645
Lot 2224		1914-S. PCGS graded MS-65. A rare high quality Gem for the date, this example displays almost enthralling golden color whose satin surface is untouched by coppery spotting, with sharp detail including Liberty�s face and toes. In light of that, we can also say this piece is nicely struck on the eagle with extremely full details top to bottom including the breast feathers (PCGS # 9166) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,243
Lot 2225		1914-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Subdued golden coloration. The color may be subdued but the luster is anything but: fresh-gold iridescence that accents the ample frostiness. Clear-cut devices point to it having been giving a full strike by the dies (PCGS # 9166) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,243
Lot 2226		1914-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Light golden toning. Uncommonly eye-catching for the issue, this frosty textured Gem example displays warm natural patina throughout the surface. Desirable with this bold strike (PCGS # 9166) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 2227		1915-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice shades of gold toning. Several attractive 1915-S Saints in the sale are from the same distinguished consignment as the 1914-D offered moments ago. The frosty textured surfaces of this �15-S are awash in colors, and both sides are uncommonly well struck even for this often carefully made year and mint. Struck with meticulous care by the dies in other words (PCGS # 9168) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,415
Lot 2228		1915-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice even golden toning as occurs with the others in this consignment. Both sides put on view the distinctive "look" for this S-mint delivery: smoothly frosted surfaces with textured luster characteristic of pre-1920 Saint-Gaudens double eagle, both sides display rolling cartwheel effects, and on both sides, well struck devices. There is nothing hesitant about this one (PCGS # 9168) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 2229		1915-S. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC Approved. Nice light golden toning. A solid gem. Strikingly brilliant throughout with few abrasions present, and none to sidetrack your enjoyment of the smooth surface and bold relief (PCGS # 9168) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,703

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