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Lot 2550
1899 Proof Set. The complete 10 piece set including gold! Each coin is described as follows: Cent: NGC PF-65 Red. A virtual spot-free gem with delicate golden wheat toning. NGC reports 22. Nickel: NGC PF-65. Brilliant with light natural pastel toning. NGC reports 137. Dime: NGC PF-67. A stunning array of vivid rainbow tones. NGC reports 24. Quarter: NGC PF-68. A magnificent blending of natural light rainbow tones favoring the violets. NGC reports 6 with none higher (Ex Eliasberg). Half Dollar: NGC PF-64 Cameo. Stunning light golden iridescence radiates off Miss Liberty. NGC reports 5. Silver Dollar: NGC PF-67 Cameo. A dazzling creamy white pristine gem. NGC reports 8. Quarter Eagle ($2.50): NGC PF-66 Ultra Cameo. A magnificent golden-orange gem. NGC reports 5. Half Eagle ($5.00): NGC PF-64 Ultra Cameo. A spectacular two-tone golden-orange beauty. Two minute hairlines on the cheek, mentioned for identification only. NGC reports 1. Eagle ($10.00): NGC PF-65 Cameo. Another exquisite golden-orange two-tone gem. NGC reports 9. Double Eagle ($20.00): NGC PF-65 Ultra Cameo. A perfect match with the other gold coins in the set. The raised devices look like a carved cameo gem against the brilliant golden-orange fields. NGC reports 3.
With the striking of this set, the last made in the 19th century, the precision and workmanship of the mint was at a high. The result is a more aesthetically pleasing proof finish than those produced later, 1902 thru 1907 in the all brilliant finish. Later this year, Charles Duell commissioner of the U.S. Patent Office, declared that "everything that can be invented has been invented."
Only around 80 gold proof coins were struck this year with less than half still extant in all grades. We are proud to offer this beautifully well matched set, a true numismatic treasure. Lot of 10 coins.
Estimated Value $125,000 - 150,000.
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