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Sale 13
The Benson Collection of U.S. Coins, Part 2
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Lot 541 |
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1874 Liberty Seated Dime. Arrows. PCGS graded Proof 65. A quintessential Benson coin that boasts electric blue toning forming a crescent moon on the right side, fading to bright yellow gold at the centers over the frosted devices. The reverse similar, with the deep blue enveloping the wreath while the centers are ruby red to violet. Identifiable by a tiny planchet flake above the right side of the wreath, just right of the tip. Die file lines extend from the upper left obverse letters, as made. All 1874 with Arrows coins were struck with smiling arrows, which point upward, instead of the horizontal arrows seen on 1873 dimes. Stunning in every way. PCGS has graded 15 this high, with 9 graded higher.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$13,800 |
Lot 542 |
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1875 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 64. Well struck by the dies and superbly toned by decades in the slightly sulfered Wayte Raymond holders. Such colors must be seen to be appreciated, as their vibrancy defies description, and challenges even our superb photographer to capture the subtle nuances of the rainbow. If only all PR-64s could look like this! Throw away the "bid sheets" on this one if you want a chance to capture this prize. PCGS notes 44 graded this high, with 20 graded higher.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$1,208 |
Lot 543 |
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1876 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 63. Deep gold around the periphery, with frosty devices that show just a whisper of gold. Minor hairlines in the fields and a tick or two accounting for the grade. This is the popular Centennial year issue.
Estimated Value $300 - 350.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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$449 |
Lot 544 |
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1877 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 62. Dark gold and blue at the rims which fades to light gold at the centers. Moderate hairlines in the fields, especially on the reverse.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$265 |
Lot 545 |
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1878 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 65. This one has toning that is even prettier than average, with dark blue at the rims, violet then gold towards the centers. Pristine fields and surfaces. PCGS notes only 9 graded this high, with 4 graded higher, all PR-66. Worthy of the finest collection of toned coins.
Estimated Value $850 - 950.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$3,450 |
Lot 546 |
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1878 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice and frosty with a natural film of light tone.
Estimated Value $600 - 650.
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| Realized
$661 |
Lot 547 |
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1879 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 67. Reddish gold at the centers and enhanced by ocean deep blue along the edge. Superb color throughout and worthy of the finest collection. Sharply struck and nearly perfect. We note one tiny reeding mark on Liberty's leg, hidden on her drapery. PCGS has graded 7 this high, with none higher, making this one of the very finest known of the date.
Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$4,600 |
Lot 548 |
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1880 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. Seductive blue toning around the periphery combines with the usual rose gold fading to white at the centers. Sharply struck as are most, and extremely eye appealing for the grade. PCGS has graded 24 this high, with 9 graded higher.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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$3,220 |
Lot 549 |
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1881 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 62. Lovely gold and blue toning on both the obverse and reverse, but we note moderate hairlines in the fields, which account for the grade. Layers of frost on the devices add to the appeal of this coin.
Estimated Value $180 - 200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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$265 |
Lot 550 |
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1882 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 65. Coppery gold toning with splashes of blue at the rims enhance this gem. The reverse is similar, but has more white frost on the devices. Clean surfaces and another stunning example for the specialist to long enjoy.
Estimated Value $850 - 950.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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$1,236 |
Lot 551 |
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1883 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. Yellow gold in the fields deepens to rich reddish gold through the periphery on this one, the devices highly frosted and also toned. Examination notes the faintest hairlines but no surface marks or other signs of handling, and this coin causes us to wonder how much nicer a higher grade specimen would have to be to earn a PR-67. Quality, an essential in numismatics, is never cheap, and always cherished.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$2,990 |
Lot 552 |
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1884 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 67. One of the finest grades awarded to any of these superb dimes, this one boasts deep gold toning with blue highlights at the rims. Pristine surfaces, with nearly perfect devices and fields throughout. The quality of this coin simply staggers the imagination. PCGS has graded 14 this high, with 3 graded higher, all PR-68. If you want the winner of the grading marathon, then take a long look at this coin and expect to pay a strong price if you expect to acquire it.
Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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$4,600 |
Lot 553 |
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1885 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. Creamy white frost on the devices and boldly impressed by the dies. During the last 56 years, this one has toned with rich gold shades and deep blue at the extreme edge, courtesy of a Wayte Raymond holder. PCGS notes that 27 have been graded this high, with 8 graded higher.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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$2,070 |
Lot 554 |
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1885 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. Lovely antique gray toning around the periphery, with deep frost on the devices. Apparently an early strike from the dies. PCGS in their Population Report shows just 27 this high, with 8 graded higher of this date.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
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$2,530 |
Lot 555 |
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1885 Liberty Seated Dime. NGC graded MS-65. A well toned specimen favoring the hues of violet and blue on both sides.
Estimated Value $450 - 500.
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Lot 556 |
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1886 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. Especially deep blue forming a nearly complete circle on the obverse, with a small break at 9 o'clock where reddish gold predominates. Gorgeous gold and copper shades in the fields, while Liberty shows just a whisper of antique gold toning. Similar on the reverse, with the headlight white at the center, toned around the wreath with gold fading to ocean cove blue at the rims. 886 were struck in 1886, 17 of which PCGS has graded this high, with just 5 graded higher, all PR-67.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$3,105 |
Lot 557 |
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1886-S Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded MS-64. A splendid example, well struck and delicately toned with gold and gray around the devices.
Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,900.
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| Realized
$2,300 |
Lot 558 |
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1887 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. One of the finest graded of this date, PCGS notes just 10 seen this high with a single coin graded higher (PR-67). Seductive blue and gold toning over frosted devices, and highly eye appealing.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$2,070 |
Lot 559 |
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1888 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. Watery deep fields that are enhanced by rich golden tones and electric blue at the rims. Boldly struck and superb quality for this date. PCGS notes 10 graded this high, with just 4 graded higher. Another toned delight for the proof specialist.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$2,645 |
Lot 560 |
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1889 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 64. Sharp on the wreath, but minor weakness is noted on Liberty's head. Deep gold and blue around the periphery, and trouble free surfaces throughout.
Estimated Value $350 - 400.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$633 |
Lot 561 |
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1890 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 66. A frosty white gem that boasts deep gold at the rims, a touch of blue, and superb surfaces. PCGS seems to agree, only 19 have been graded this high, with a mere 5 graded higher. Boldly struck, and near the tail end of the Seated coin production.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$2,530 |
Lot 562 |
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1891 Liberty Seated Dime. PCGS graded Proof 67. Dark blue at the rims, deep gold through the lettering and snowy white at the center of the obverse, the reverse with a ring of gold and bright white from the wreath to the center. Simply superb, undiminished fields and devices. All one can find with a glass are some scattered lint particles which were present when this one was struck. One of the finest graded by PCGS, they have awarded 10 this high, with none graded higher. Perhaps that will change if this is resubmitted to PCGS or NGC for a higher grade.
Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from James Macallister on March 31, 1944 as part of a set from 1858 to 1915 for $195.00.
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| Realized
$9,775 |
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