Lot 950
1878. NGC graded Proof 66. Only 900 minted. Lovely light blue toning. The gorgeous blue-toned Proof, with only a dozen others designated by NGC at this level should be viewed by everyone. Another magnificent coin from this consignor, light frosty devices against rolling mirror surfaces, with original color.
1878 represents the first of an interesting string of Proof-only dates. Coins this year come on the market with some frequency in average grade, but few match this combination of high grade, sharp strike quality, and superb eye appeal, the last features being more important in our opinion. When a coin has everything, including high grade number, perhaps an ideal situation is reached. Pop 13; 4 finer in 67.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000.
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