Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 10

Coin and Currency Auction

Three Cent Pieces

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 371		1851 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded MS-66. Hot gold, red and green toning around the periphery of this lovely gem. There are some gold flecks on the reverse, but it also has the flourescent colors matching the obverse. PCGS notes 49 have been graded this high, and 5 higher. If you love bright colors, take a look at the gem. Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,553
Lot 372		1854 Silver Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 65. Deep gray in color with hints of gold at the center, with the toning very deep and rich in color. Reflective fields and boldly impressed by the dies. Apparently this is obverse die 2, per Breen as there are die file marks above TED of UNITED. These were struck on May 22, 1854 to commemorate the change in the design of adding two additional outlines to the star. As a Proof, PCGS estimates 30 were struck, Breen says 20 survive. A total of 17 have been graded by PCGS and NGC combined, and of those, NGC has graded 3 this high with none higher, and PCGS has none as PR-65, and a single coin graded PR-66 above. Hence, this is certainly in the top 4 known, and one of the few gems available of this date. It is also the first year of issue of the redesigned obverse, and important as such to type collectors. This particular coin is tied with the coin from the Garrett Sale and the Pittman Sale, both of which are graded by NGC as PF-65. A gem example of this truly rare coin, and worthy of the finest collection. Estimated Value $20,000-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 373		1854 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 64. A beautiful example of this extremely rare coin. This one is from the die pairing with the file marks above TED. Toned with magnificent colors, light rose at the centers and deep blue around the periphery with hints of green too. The stars are all fully struck and the coin has a superb appearance. If you didn't get the gem just offered, then this coin would certainly do. PCGS has graded a single coin higher, and just 3 this high. Estimated Value $12,500 - 15,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 374		1854 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 64. As a proof, this is an extremely rare coin, about 30 were struck, and perhaps 20 remain today. This one has delicate gray color with some lightly mottled areas on the upper obverse, the reverse is more rose colored and better balanced. If you want a lovely near-gem example of this date, then take a look at this coin. One of 3 graded as such by PCGS, with a single coin graded higher by that service. An opportunity to "choose" from 4 extremely rare high grade proofs of this date, certainly an opportunity not to be equaled any time soon, perhaps never again, once this small hoard is disbursed. In an old style green insert PCGS holder. Estimated Value $12,500 - 15,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $14,663
Lot 375		1854 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 64. Sharply struck and well preserved. This coin is very darkly toned with deep midnight blue shades on both sides. Boldly struck and we are not certain which of the two obverse dies struck this coin as the plastic PCGS holder covers the diagnostic areas. This is one of 3 coins graded as such by PCGS, with a single coin graded higher, all 3 of which (plus a gem PF-65 graded by NGC) are offered in this sale! What an opportunity to purchase one of these extremely rare coins. Don't pass it up. In an old style green insert PCGS holder. Estimated Value $12,500 - 15,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 376		1855 Silver Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 65. One of the top dozen of this rare date. NGC has graded 4 this high, with 5 graded higher. Silvery white and untoned, with excellent surfaces that show no signs of problems or handling issues. Boldly struck, but a couple of stars don't have full centers. There are light hairlines in the fields, but they are not too distracting. Deep watery mirrors surrounded by the contrasting frosty devices. An important offering, and eagerly sought by collectors since one was auctioned in 1958 for over $1,000 (S.J. Kabealo's Pittsburgh Sale, 11/14/58:1018 at $1,050), a record which held until 1966, and prices have been moving higher in fits and starts ever since. A splendid coin for the advanced numismatist. Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $9,315
Lot 377		1857 Silver Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 65. Silvery gray in color, with deep green and gold shades mixed in. The planchet shows faint parallel lines from the planchet preparation process. Less than 100 were struck, and few gems survive today. NGC has graded 4 this high, with 2 higher. Probably in the top dozen known in Proof. Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 378		1857 Silver Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 64. This example boasts well mirrored fields and central gold toning and a drop of blue color at the top of the star. Deeper toning on the reverse, somewhat mottled with dark blue and deep gold. An impressive and boldly executed example of this seriously rare proof issue. Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,025
Lot 379		1857 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 64. Blazing white in color, with well mirrored fields and frosted devices. Toning free, and displaying all diagnostic charateristics of a proof issue. PCGS has graded 12 as such, with 6 graded higher. Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,853
Lot 380		1858 Silver Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 67. This coin is tied for the finest known with 2 other pieces, all NGC graded PF-67. There are none graded this high by PCGS for the date. On the obverse, the toning is light gold, while the reverse has a richer gold tone throughout. Outstanding surfaces throughout, with no signs of handling or other problems. There are two very minor breaks in the mirror field below the T of UNITED, near the star, and these are likely mint caused. Each tiny reverse star, as well as the obverse star, is bold. Note a small area of the lower left of the obverse star is missing part of its outer pair of lines where they were polished off the die. A stunning coin that will be the highlight of any advanced proof trime collection. Estimated Value $13,000 - 15,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 381		1858 Silver Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 64 Pittman. Light silvery-gray in color and boldly struck. A beautiful coin that is well executed and preserved. Further, it is enhanced by the Pittman pedigree and so memorialized on the NGC insert. Slightly toned with streaky gold on the obverse, and a touch cloudy on the reverse. Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000. From the Pittman sale a few years ago. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 382		1858 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 64. This one is mounted in an old green insert PCGS holder. Excellent surfaces that show light gold and blue toning, but mostly light gray in color. Perhaps 100 were struck and few remain this nice. An impressive example of this rare, early proof issue. Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,220
Lot 383		1863 Silver Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 63. A lovely white coin. Estimated Value $300 - 350. View details	Realized $391
Lot 384		1865 Nickel Three Cents. The following are included: 1865 G-4; 1867 EF-40; 1868 G-6; 1870 EF-45; 1872 VF-30; 1873 AU-50; 1874 AU-58 and 1876 AU-50. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details	Realized $219
Lot 385		1865 Nickel Three Cents. Each of the following is ANACS graded as indicated: 1865 AU-50; 1866 AU-55; 1868 AU-50 and 1870 EF-45. Each is original. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details	Realized $121
Lot 386		1865 Nickel Three Cents. This group includes: 1865; 1866; 1867; 1868; 1870; 1873; 1876 and 1881, grades range from VG to Fine. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value $70 - 80. View details	Realized $69
Lot 387		1870 Nickel Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 65. A sparkling gem that boasts excellent color and surfaces, further it is free of toning and spots. Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 388		1879 Nickel Three Cents. ANACS graded VF-30. Average surfaces. Estimated Value $50 - 60. View details	Realized $63
Lot 389		1881 Nickel Three Cents. Proof 63. Spot free and perfectly bright. Estimated Value $225 - 275. View details	Realized $437
Lot 390		1883 Nickel Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 64. Sharp and untoned for this scarce date. Estimated Value $240 - 260. View details	Realized $288
Lot 391		1888 Nickel Three Cents. The 1888 grades VF-20 but has a light scratch and the 1889 grades VF-25. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details	Realized $150
Lot 392		1889 Nickel Three Cents. 3-Cent Nickel: 1889 ANACS Proof 64; Buffalo Nickel: 1926-S ANACS graded VF-20; and Mercury Dime: 1936 ANACS MS-67 Full Split Bands. 3 piece lot Estimated Value $700 - 800. View details	Unsold