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Sale 53
Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction
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Lot 636 |
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1802 B-6, BB-241. Rarity 1. PCGS graded EF-45. A lovely EF that spares no compromises with its detail. Strike is much sharper than average for the issue, with none of the usual minor weakness at the centers. Meanwhile, the color is typical for this hand-picked collection of silver dollars, medium gray with subtle accents and no spotting or tarnish streaks to draw stares. Moreover, the rims are choice throughout.
In terms of availability, 1802 BB-241 dominates every other die variety and is many times more available in the desirable, affordable collector grades like this. Pop 2; 3 finer; 2 in 50; 1 in 53. Only 9 examples graded for the variety. (PCGS # 40088) .
Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000.
Ex; Hesselgesser Collection.
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$5,750 |
Lot 637 |
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1803 B-6, BB-255. Rarity 2. NGC graded AU-55. Large 3. Evenly struck and uniformly toned in shades of greyish-violet. Some marks in the reverse field and on Liberty's face. More than adequately struck for this often-times unevenly struck year. An attractive, high grade example for the collector. Pop 20; 17 finer, 12 in 58, 1 in 61, 4 in 63.
Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000.
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Lot 638 |
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1845 Liberty Seated Dollar. EF-45. Lightly cleaned. Low mintage issue: 24,500.
Estimated Value $450 - 500.
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$776 |
Lot 639 |
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1845 Seated Liberty $1. ANACS graded VF-20. This is a popular low mintage year (24,500 struck).
Estimated Value $325 - 350.
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Lot 640 |
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1852 Liberty Seated Dollar. Restrike. PCGS graded Proof 63 PQ. CAC Approved. This coin is a beautifully reflective with noticeably choice fields that contrast nicely with more satin-textured devices. Substantial detail to the highpoints on this fine example are expected since this is one of the rare Proofs, and the mint took quite a lot of effort to see that the coins were fully struck and met the strict standards required.
Like the 1851, the 1852 is a low-mintage business strike date whose claim as a rarity was recognized by collectors late in the 1850s. Their insistence to own one prompted the Mint to restrike an unrecorded number of Proof 1852 Seated Dollars. This activity probably took place in the period from 1858-1860 or 1867-1868. Estimates on the number of Proof restrike 1852 Dollars made vary, with Bowers (1993) suggesting between 45 and 90 pieces. Almost certainly, as few as half of those coins, 20 to 40 pieces, are extant.
Rarely are these early Proofs found in such superlative condition, and only when the most advanced collections are offered are coins of this caliber available. Pop 4; 4 finer, 1 in 64, 3 in 65 (PCGS # 6995) .
Estimated Value $30,000 - 33,000.
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Lot 641 |
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1853 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded MS-61. Beautiful natural blue toning. Only 46,110 struck. A frosty coin. Supple underlying luster is enveloped in by this colorful iridescence. A pleasing example of the date, very well struck with the signature clashed die showing as a "beard" under Liberty's chin. Even circulated, the 1853 is quite scarce. In a new 4 prong NGC holder.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300.
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$3,795 |
Lot 642 |
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1865 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo PQ. A nice white coin. 500 Proofs minted. Very few survivors could possibly equal the choice technical merits and originality of this Proof 64 specimen. In addition to its strong strike and nearly flawless surface quality, both sides are gleaming with mint brilliance, the cameo contrast intense. Struck with exactitude rarely found on a Proof Seated Liberty silver dollar. Everything is right up there in front, it holds no secrets back from you. So perhaps a strong bid should be considered. Pop 14; 7 finer in 65. (PCGS # 87008) .
Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000.
The Mark Gordon Collection.
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Lot 643 |
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1867 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65 Cameo. A well struck Gem with warm natural toning on both sides. Only 625 Proofs struck. This coin is on easy friendship with its smooth mirror finish and overlay of original colors. The whole fabric of it being well balanced and attractive. As we see it, when it comes to the centers of the main motifs, the strike is above-average, sharp, and well defined in all areas. This exceptional 1867 Proof Seated Liberty dollar is the perfect specimen for a collection of distinction, and a coin with a Cameo designation and far nicer than most, definitely on a par with some in putatively higher grades. Opportunities to acquire any Proof 1867 dollar in gem condition are limited. The chance to acquire the present first-rate Proof 65 must be seriously considered. Pop 10; 13 finer.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000.
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Lot 644 |
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1871 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded MS-63. Untoned and frosty. Virtually ice-white fields stream light out in every direction on this frosty, limited-backmark specimen. In more respects than one, the dies left their rigid impression behind without even the slightest weakness or imprecision, including nice stars; only a few Mint State Seated dollars are ever found this way. Sharp, even at the centers. Pop 38; 36 in 64; 5 in 65; 1 in 66.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,200.
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$4,025 |
Lot 645 |
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1872 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64 Deep Cameo. Mostly brilliant with a hint of light golden toning around the edges. 950 Proofs minted. Shimmering mint brilliance is seen over each side of this fully struck late-issue Seated Liberty dollar. As expected for the grade, devices and foursquare and bold throughout with detail aplenty on Liberty and the shield, the stars and her hair. Turning to the other side, the eagle is exemplary. All feathers shows great detail. The shield is complete horizontal and vertically. The coin's former owners took loving care of it. Now if you are a confirmed Seated Liberty Proof fiend you can enjoy the pleasure of its company. Pop 4; 2 finer; 1 in 65; 1 in 66. (PCGS # 97020) .
Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000.
The Mark Gordon Collection.
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$7,763 |
Lot 646 |
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1872 Liberty Seated Dollar. EF-40. Lightly cleaned.
Estimated Value $325 - 350.
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$368 |
Lot 647 |
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1872 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded Fine-12. Toned.
Estimated Value $250 - 275.
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$311 |
Lot 648 |
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A lot of Seated Liberty Dollars. Consists of: 1841 VF-35 with some rim nicks; 1843 EF-40 with light marks; 1859-0 Fine 12 with some rim nicks; 1871 VG-8 cleaned. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $600 - 700.
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$1,035 |
Lot 649 |
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1874-CC Trade Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. Lightly toned over natural dusky luster. Normal abrasions in the field (PCGS # 7035) .
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600.
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$1,438 |
Lot 650 |
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1877-CC Trade Dollar. EF-40. Lightly toned with some minor hairlines from an old cleaning. Desirable CC-mint issue.
Estimated Value $400 - 450.
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$403 |
Lot 651 |
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1878 Trade Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65. Lovely blue and gold toning. 900 Proofs minted for this Proof only year. It is difficult for us to pick a starting point for our assessment of this coin's wonderful merits, as they are extend right across both sides of the coin. The first point that will almost certainly greet the viewer is the colorful toning. As viewed in the photographs, the hues are richly saturated, watery (from the reflective fields) and pose a satiny contrast from the almost matte-like devices. The latter features are keen-edge and sharp throughout. Furthermore, all areas are silent on the subject of spots and marks. The coin is a rip-roaring Gem Proof! Beautiful in all regards, this coin would serve as a pride and joy in any collection, above all a better-date Proof Type set of top quality. Pop 38; 10 in 66; 4 in 67. In a new NGC 4 pronged holder.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000.
The Mark Gordon Collection.
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$8,280 |
Lot 652 |
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1879 Trade Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo PQ. Wonderful golden toning on both sides. Lustrous with full watery mirrors and almost devoid of any hairlines. A very pleasing example of this Proof-only issue. So ends the discussion of the luster. Now on to the detail: This Trade Dollar is not just close to, but completely and sharply struck, with terrific detail at the key features such as the stars, Liberty's gown folds, and the eagle's plumage. Only 1,541 pieces struck. In our opinion this coin should be re-submitted to the grading service for an upgrade. Pop 103; 64 finer (PCGS # 87059) .
Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500.
Ex: Hesselgesser Collection.
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Lot 653 |
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1882 Trade Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65 Ultra Cameo. Only 1,097 pieces struck in this proof only year. A gem brilliant white example with excellent cameo contrast. The Philadelphia Mint's Proof-only delivery of 1882 Trade Dollars found a fair number of buyers for those days, but compared to modern standards it is very scarce. The 1882 Proof is not as well preserved as one might expect given the circumstances of its issue due to years of neglect and cleaning by collectors and dealers up to the advent of third-party grading in the mid-1980s. PCGS is always very careful when grading these, and bidders can count on a Proof 65 being squarely in the Gem class with no compromises to quality. This glittering representative is a bright, attractive "ultra" cameo on both sides. Fully struck with the look of an even higher grade. Pop 4; 15 finer, 1 in 65 star, 7 in 66, 2 in 66 star, 4 in 67, 1 in 68.
Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000.
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Lot 654 |
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1882 Trade Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65 PQ. Only 1,097 pieces minted. Wonderful blue and golden toning on both sides. Sleek mirrors on both sides seems to roll with the iridescent colors, the hypnotic brilliance is very alluring. Of course, collectors seeing the photos understand this lovely Gem Proof is sharply struck for a Proof-only date, best of all entirely so, including stars. Certainly a coin that gets proper mention where completeness of detail always leads to active participation in the bids. Pop 39; 25 finer (PCGS # 7062) .
Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000.
Ex: Hesselgesser Collection.
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Lot 655 |
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A 9-piece lot of U.S. Trade Dollars. Consists of: 1875-S (3), 1877 (2), 1877-S (2), 1878-S (2). Coins will range from Good to Extremely Fine. Most have been lightly cleaned. Lot of 9 coins.
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
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$1,265 |
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