Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 106

The September 3-5, 2018 Pre-Long Beach Auction

Trade Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 477		1873. NGC graded MS-65. This is a stunning example of the first year of issue of the Trade dollar. These new coins were originally called "Commercial Dollars" and were authorized by the Act of February 12, 1873 and therein these were renamed Trade Dollars. These were intended to compete and circulate alongside with the Mexican silver peso in the Orient, widely used in that region. The vast majorty of 1873 dated Trade dollars from all mints ended up in China where they were assayed and blessed by the local merchants as having good silver and actually a tad more silver than the Peso. Hence few of this original issue date remained in the United States, and most of the coins that went to the Orient and survived at all show chop marks, which were imparted by local merchants to note their acceptance in trade. This particular coin is one of the finer examples known today, and offers glistening frosty luster and a sharp strike throughout. Memorable quality like this is always hard to find,and worth the premium paid to capture it. Don't miss out if you are a serious specialist. Well struck and fully white. Pop 6; 2 finer in 66. Estimate Value $7,500 - 8,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 478		1874-CC. PCGS graded MS-63. PQ. Well struck on the obverse and reverse with sharp device detail for the famous Carson City Mint. The fields and rims are lightly toned, but mostly a white coin overall. Notice how clean and attractive the surfaces are, with minimal signs of handling to be found when studied with a loupe. This issue is always popular with collectors for the branch mintmark and scarce when found this nice and attractive. Pop 50; 30 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7035) Estimate Value $4,200 - 4,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,280
Lot 479		1875-S. PCGS graded MS-65+. PQ. This is a high condition rarity of this challenging San Fransico issue. The surfaces are what really set this coin apart from the others, as they are so clean and attractive. The color is pleasing too with natural white frost dominating the patina, along with a gentle scattering of russet and gold starting to form. Clearly this coin was set aside generations ago and soon after struck to retain such amazing quality and appeal. A memorable example! Well struck and a frosty white gem. Pop 2; 11 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7039) Estimate Value $10,000 - 11,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 480		1876. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. Well struck and blast white. Only 1,150 struck. Pop 24; 21 finer in Cameo and Deep Cameo at PCGS (PCGS # 87056) Estimate Value $3,000 - 3,200 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 481		1876-CC. DDR, FS-801 (FS-014). PCGS graded MS-62. Nicely toned with antique golden russet spanning both sides. The strike is sharp and pleasing for this rare issue. Notice on the lower reverse where the branch is doubled, with the second branch well below the primary, this is a wonderful example of a doubled die as rarely is the offset so dramatic! This impressive doubled die reverse was discovered by the famed dealer Jack Beymer at least 30 years ago and was well documented at the time. However, precious few have been discovered, confirming the long held rarity of this prized die variety. To date perhaps 100 to 150 have been certified between both major grading services. That's not many given how strong the market is for Trade dollars. Bear that in mind when forming your bid. Pop 2; tied for the finest examples graded at both services for the variety. (PCGS # 145815) Estimate Value $13,000 - 14,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $16,200
Lot 482		1876-S. PCGS graded AU Details, Surfaces Smoothed. Still a nice looking coin (PCGS # 7043) Estimate Value $200 - 220 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $324
Lot 483		1877. PCGS graded Proof 66. PQ. Lovely rainbow toning in delicate color splashes on both sides, creating a truly elegant appearance on this splendid gem. Blazing reflectivity throughout, and well struck too as expected for a proof. This is one of the finest examples known today, and a worthy example that will appease any specialist. Incredible eye appeal as well as technical superiority, what a perfect combination. Only 510 struck. Pop 6; 5 finer, 2 in 66 Cameo, 2 in 67, 1 in 67+ Cameo. (PCGS # 7057) Estimate Value $9,000 - 10,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 484		1879. PCGS graded Proof 65. After five short years, the production of Trade Dollars for circulation came to a close, but proofs continued to be struck in limited quantities through 1885. When found in gem grades like this, with exceptional toning, make a winning combination that any collector will love. Lovely blue and lilac toning spans both the obverse and reverse. Ample mint reflectivity beneath, and a stellar example of this proof only issue. Only 1,541 struck. Pop 38; 73 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7059) Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 485		1879. PCGS graded Proof 65. PQ. Lovely rainbow toning. Only 1,541 struck. Pop 37; 74 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7059) Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 486		1880. NGC graded Proof 66 Cameo. A proof only date. This is a fully white coin with amazing details and near flawless watery surfaces. With a modest mintage struck at the time, gems are of course scarce today. Only the top five to ten percent remain at the gem level or finer today, and this is one of the nicest. Add to this the Cameo contrast and you have a winning hand. Only 1,987 struck. Pop 29; 31 examples graded higher at NGC in Cameo and Ultra Cameo. Estimate Value $9,500 - 10,000 Ex Ashland City Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 487		1880. NGC graded Proof 65 Cameo. Proof only date. Well struck and white. Only 1,987 struck. Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold