Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 104

June 10-13 2018 Pre Long Beach Sale

Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1442		1795. A/E, Overton-113, Rarity 3. NGC graded AU-55. Nice grey and blue toning on both sides with clean surfaces and attractive devices. This is one of the finer examples of this prized spelling blunder. This variety is mentioned in the Guide Book but is not priced to reflect the premium for this popular A over E in STATES. This coin is important to represent a major variety set of early half dollars. A memorable example of this exciting variety that will always elicit consderable collector attention. Pop 2; tied for the finest examples graded at both services for the variety. Estimate Value $15,000 - 16,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1443		1795. PCGS graded VF-30. CAC. Nice light silver gray toning on both sides. The surfaces are smooth and free of detracting marks, and the strike is sharp. Good curl defintion on Liberty, and the eagle shows much of the original feather definition on his wings. A solid representative of this important and challenging type coin. The vast majority of 1795 half dollars circulated down to grades of Very Good or lower, so a nice Very Fine coin like this is a real treat to examine and own (PCGS # 6052) Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,300
Lot 1444		1795. NGC graded Fine Details, Obv Rim Filed. Untoned. Estimate Value $1,200 - 1,300 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1445		1797. NGC graded AU-55. O-101a, Rarity-5. 15 Stars. This is a very attractive silver gray and steel blue toned with the classic look of "old silver". The strike is exceedingly sharp, including Liberty's lovelock before her ear, a feature that wears away quickly after limited circulation. Thus this is a testament to the high grade of the presnt offering. Furthermore, Liberty's drapery shows full separation right onto Liberty's shoulder. On even the highest grade specimens of 1797 and 1796 half dollars, this feature rarely shows., whereas on the present specimen these drapery lines are sharp and clearly separated. Also the eagle's eye is clear when studied. Nicely toned on both sides. Important silver type coin. Pop 1; 6 finer. The key date Bust half dollar and the rarest half dollar Type in the entire U.S. series. The Mint's Draped Bust was combined with the Small Eagle reverse only in 1796-7 before the Heraldic Eagle reverse was adopted (dimes in 1798, half dollars in 1801 when next produced). There were no half dollars struck from 1798 to 1800. The tiny mintage tells the story once more since the total struck has been recorded as 2,984 pieces. Extensive die cracks on the reverse. In addition to the small crack from the edge through O of OF, a new crack develops from the edge between DS and across the left wing. Another from the edge through the first T in STATES to eagle's head and in its final states (as here) becomes a mass of die cracks. Interesting and educational to the student of die progression. Amato coin serial # 410. Estimate Value $100,000 - 115,000 Ex: Dr. Clifford E. Smith and Son Collection (Stack's, May 1955), About Uncirculated, Lot 1017 $900; R. L. Miles, Jr., Collection (Stack's, April 1969), Extremely Fine, Lot 1207, $4,000; Worrell Collection (Superior Galleries, September, 1993), PCGS XF40, Lot 637, $31,900; Superior Galleries (January, 1994), PCGS XF40, lot 1438, $31,350; Superior Galleries (September, 1998), NGC AU55, Lot 330, unsold; North American Certified Trading FPL (May, 2002), PCGS AU55; John Hamrick Coins FPL (December 2002, NGC AU55. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1446		1806. Point 6 with Stem. O-121, Rarity 4. NGC graded MS-64+. Pop 1; the finest example graded at both services for the variety. Lovely blue toning on both sides. Estimate Value $20,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1447		1806. NGC graded MS-64. Nicely toned on both sides with classic antique silver hues. The strike is sharp, with all of Liberty's curls present and boldly defined, the reverse to shows strong shield lines and feather details on the eagle. A rare type issue this well preserved, as most known examples fall well short of the nearly pristine quality and regal appeal of the present coin. The reverse sports interesting die cracks, one splits the O in OF, another from the rim up through the left claw (facing) of the eagle into the arrows, another meanders through the peripheral legends. A desirable coin in every way. Pop 24; 4 in 65; 2 in 66;. Estimate Value $18,000 - 20,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1448		1806. NGC graded EF-45. O-109a. No Stem through Claw., Pointed 6. Light hint of gold tone. Estimate Value $1,600 - 1,700 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1449		1806. Overton-115, Rarity 1. PCGS graded EF-40. CAC. PQ. Nice light toning. Pop 1; 5 finer, 3 in 50, 1 in 58, 1 in 62. (PCGS # 39317) Estimate Value $1,500 - 1,600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,560
Lot 1450		1807 Draped. NGC graded AU Details. Improperly Cleaned. O-110. Light golden toning. Estimate Value $1,800 - 1,900 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1451		1811. Small 8. PCGS graded AU-58. CAC. Light hint of tone and frosty (PCGS # 6097) Estimate Value $1,400 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1452		1812. NGC graded MS-65. Boldly struck with lovely blue toning on both sides. Lots of mint lustre visable. Elegant peripheral toning of antique blue fading to rose and russet around the centers. About as nice as any collector could hope to find, and these early Capped Bust half dollars remain quite popular with collectors when found in high grade and with beautiful toning as seen here. Pop 16; 19 in 66;. Estimate Value $8,500 - 9,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1453		1813. PCGS graded MS-61. First generation holder. Well struck and frosty. Mostly white with a hint of peripheral tone. These early date Capped Bust half dollars have a huge following and are always in high demand. Scarce and desirable (PCGS # 6103) Estimate Value $2,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,160
Lot 1454		1815/2. ANACS graded Fine-12. O-101a. Nice even wear. Popular Rare date. This one shows antique silver-gray toning on both sides with smooth wear. The key date to the series. Estimate Value $2,200 - 2,300 View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,060
Lot 1455		1819, 9 over 8. Large 9. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with nice even lilac toning on both sides. A powerful example of this popular overdate, one which is virtually unheard of at the gem grade level. A seductive coin that will entice strong bidding whenveer it appears at auction. Pop 5; 1 in 65+; 3 in 66. (PCGS # 6119) Estimate Value $20,000 - 25,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1456		1824 Capped Bust Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. O-116, Rarity 3. Well struck and mostly untoned with vibrant luster and a sharp strike. The surfaces are amazing, with super clean fields and Liberty's cheek as well. A delight to examine. Pop 28; 11 finer at NGC. Will be the sole finest graded example for its variety at both services once specified. Estimate Value $7,000 - 7,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1457		1824/1 Capped Bust Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-64. Rarity 2. Light grey toning on both sides over mint fresh luster. The strike is sharp on the stars and all of Liberty's curls, as well as the eagle's wings and feathers. One of the finer examples of this popular blundered date, and a coin not to miss if you are a serious numismatist. Pop 6; as overdate variety; 1 finer in 64+. Estimate Value $6,000 - 6,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1458		1829, 9 over 7. PCGS graded MS-64. Pop 23; 23 finer at PCGS. Boldly struck and lightly toned around the edges of this scarce overdate issue. The central strike is bold, and the stars well formed. A scarce coin in this high grade, and this overdate blunder is always in high demand from collectors (PCGS # 6155) Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,100
Lot 1459		1832. NGC graded MS-65. Pop 36; 6 in 66; 4 in 67. Nicely toned on both sides, and while this feature adds too the overall alure, it pales in comparison to the monumental quality of the surfaces. Only a modest handful of Capped Bust half dollars can offer the gem grade today, and here is one of those. Incredible quality and eye appeal, and certain to please any specialist. Estimate Value $6,000 - 6,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1460		1832. Overton-102, Rarity 1. PCGS graded MS-63. Lovely blue and golden toning. A very nice looking Bust Half Dollar (PCGS # 6160) Estimate Value $1,300 - 1,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 1461		1833. PCGS graded MS-66. O-107, Rarity 3. Pop 1; 2 finer, 1 in 67, 1 in 68. Will be the sole finest example graded for the variety at PCGS once specified on the holder. Incredible light golden hues of toning over lustrous surfaces. The strike is generally sharp on the obverse, with just a hint of softness on the left wing of the eagle. The fields are outstanding both in quality and eye appeal, and this is clearly an exceptional coin for the collector who demands the finest (PCGS # 6163) Estimate Value $12,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $15,600
Lot 1462		1836. Lettered edge. NGC graded AU-58. Nicely toned. Estimate Value $650 - 700 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1463		1837. PCGS graded MS-61 PQ. CAC. Nice light gold and blue toning. Softly struck on the eagle's neck (PCGS # 6176) Estimate Value $950 - 1,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,560
Lot 1464		1837 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Reeded Edge. PCGS graded AU-53. Well struck with light grey toning on both sides (PCGS # 6176) Estimate Value $340 - 400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1465		A lot of Bust Halves. 1809 O-109a. ANACS EF-45; 1826 -107. PCI EF-45; 1828 O-114. ANACS AU-50. Lot of 3 coins. Estimate Value $500 - 550 View details	Realized $870
Lot 1466		1841. PCGS graded MS-64. Pop 7; 1 finer in 65. Well struck, nicely toned with antque silver-gray hues mixed with deep blue hints accenting the devices. Reflective fields on both sides, and high appealing. Scarce at this high grade level, and nearly impossible to surpass (PCGS # 6236) Estimate Value $3,800 - 4,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1467		1841-O. PCGS graded MS-63. Pop 10; 10 finer at PCGS. Lovely golden and blue toning on both sides with deeper blue around the rims, the centers more golden russet. Boldly struck and a pleasing example of this early New Orleans issue. Rarely found this nice, and seldom any finer (PCGS # 6237) Estimate Value $2,800 - 3,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1468		1842. Medium date. PCGS graded MS-65. Pop 3; 1 finer in 66. Deeply toned on both sides with classic antique silver-gray with a few traces of blue intermixed. The strike is sharp and complete, and the surfaces rather amazing with satin smooth fields and crisp, well formed devices. A condition rarity at this lofty grade level, and a premium example to ponder purchasing (PCGS # 6239) Estimate Value $6,000 - 6,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1469		1846. Medium date. PCGS graded Proof 63. Toned with dusky golden gray shades and antique silver on both sides. The strike is incredible, with deep defintion unheard of and unseen on business strikes of this era. Boldly reflective fields, right down to the the tiny space between the shield lines. About 10-15 known, and this Choice example lies about in the middle of the known examples in terms of quality. It would be hard to imagine a collection of these early Proof Liberty Seated half dollars, but it can be done with patience and a few decades of unceasing effort. One pops up here and there, and a serious specialist has to be ready to buy. But, what a collection it forms! Each coin a significant rarity, mintages in the 3 to 20 pieces for those dates of the 1840s, how sweet is that? Here is a coin that would make a good start at this challenging series. Pop 3; 3 in 64; 2 in 65; (PCGS # 6390) Estimate Value $15,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1470		1853. Arrows and Rays. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. CAC. Mostly untoned and frosty. A lovely type coin that displays classic satiny-gold and gray toning on both sides over lustrous surfaces. As the Gold Rush unfolded in California in 1849-53, the price of silver rose due to the abundance of gold coming to market. The situation became so dire that silver coins were being gathererd up and melted for a profit. Congress finally acted in early 1853, reducing the silver content in the coins from the half dime to half dollar (the dollar standard left alone for traditions sake). As most silver coins had disappeared from circulation, the need for lighter weight coins was tremendous. The Arrows coinage of 1853 was struck in great numbers, but few were saved in high grades like the present offering. Most were spent and entered circulation and stayed for many years. Thus finding a near gem like this is a real pleasure! Pop 213; 35 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6275) Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,400
Lot 1471		1855-O. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with light hint of gold obverse tone, the reverse is bright silver and lustrous. Popular arrows type coin and struck at the famed New Orleans branch mint. The strike is sharp throughout, and the surfaces satin smooth and retaining the gem quality level. This is a truly amazing on a coin from this mint struck in this era. Pop 20; 1 in 65+; 7 in 66+ 1 in 66+; 2 in 67. (PCGS # 6283) Estimate Value $7,000 - 7,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1472		1856-O. NGC graded MS-66. Nice even toning on both sides over lustrous, clean fields. The strike is average for this prized onditon rarity, with Liberty's skirt well defined, as well as most of the eagle, save for the lower portions of his claws. An exceptional coin that is worthy of careful study and a strong bid. Pop 3; tied for finest examples graded at both services. Estimate Value $8,000 - 9,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1473		1858. NGC graded Proof 66. Star. Lovely natural violet and electric blue iridescent toning on both sides. No wonder NGC gave this gem a star rating. A coin well worth pursuing if you enjoy coins with elegant toning and spendid quality. Only 300 struck, and this one is one of the best around, certainly one of the prettiest too! Pop 1; 4 finer, 3 in 67, 1 in 68. Estimate Value $5,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1474		1859-O. NGC graded MS-65+. Pop 3; 3 finer in 66. Lovely blue and golden toning on both sides which greatly adds to the eye appeal. Furthermore the surfaces are rock solid gem with nary a nick or bagmark to be found. This is incredible considering that this coin was issued just prior to the Civil War, and issued down in the South. How did it survive at all, let alone in gem condition? We'll probably never know, but here is a coin with some stories to tell, if only it could. Cherished by many people since the day it was struck. Estimate Value $6,000 - 6,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1475		1860. PCGS graded Proof 64. Wonderful blue and russet on the obverse, the reverse brighter but ringed in rainbow toning. Worth a lot more for the colors as highly appealing coins never go out of style, and find constant high collector demand when offered (PCGS # 6414) Estimate Value $2,500 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1476		1864. PCGS graded Proof 64. Lovely golden to russet toning on both sides with a few hints of blue. A nice bold strike for this scarce proof issue. Only 470 struck. Pop 57; 25 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6418) Estimate Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1477		1867. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. CAC. PQ. Lovely deep rainbow toning on both sides with the centers bright silver. Only 625 struck, and this has to be one of the most attractive examples available today.A sparkling jewel that offers glorious toning, high technaicla grade and a conditon rarity. Pop 12; 7 finer, 5 in 66, 1 in 66+, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 86425) Estimate Value $5,000 - 5,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1478		1872. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. Boldly struck with a hint of light even tone on both sides, but mostly a stark white coin with good contrast. Great eye appeal, and quite rare this nice as this is one of the finest seen. Only 950 proofs struck. Pop 4; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 86430) Estimate Value $7,500 - 8,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1479		1874. Arrows. PCGS graded Proof 65 PQ. Wonderful rainbow toning on both sides with royal electric blue around the rims, russet and gold to the centers. Only 700 proofs issued, and this date in particular demand for the short lived Arrows at the date. Highly appealing and worthy of a bold bid for the colors as well as the quality. Pop 15: 1 in 65+;5 in 66; 4 in 67; 1 in 68. (PCGS # 6435) Estimate Value $8,000 - 8,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1480		1874. Arrows. PCGS graded Proof 65. Toned on both sides with subtle shades of lilac, gold and rose. Scarce at the gem level and in demand for the Arrows at the date, issued for just two short years. Popular type coin seen ony in 1873 and 1874. Only 700 struck. Pop 15; 11 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6435) Estimate Value $7,000 - 7,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1481		1875-S. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. CAC. Pop 24; 4 finer, 3 in 66+, 1 in 67. Wonderful sunset gold toning on both sides over abundant frosty luster. The strike is sharp on all the devices, and the fields are splendid, with no distracting handling issues. Glorious quality for the person who appreciates strong visual appeal (PCGS # 6351) Estimate Value $4,000 - 4,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1482		1875-S. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC. PQ. Well struck with even light gold toning on both sides. A handsome example of this issue from the San Francisco Mint. Pop 55; 31 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6351) Estimate Value $3,000 - 3,200 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1483		1876-S. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC. Well struck with lovely obverse toning and similar but less intense colors on the reverse. Sure looks like a MS66+ coin as the surfaces are exceptionally clean. Great luster beneath the toning, and the strike is fairly sharp. Pop 3; 1 in 66+. (PCGS # 6354) Estimate Value $6,500 - 7,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1484		1877-S. NGC graded MS-65. Type 2 Reverse. Pop 38. Lovely toning on both sides. Estimate Value $2,300 - 2,400 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1485		1877. PCGS graded MS-62. Nice PL surfaces on both sides. Untoned and bright silver throughout. A couple of scattered bagmarks account for the grade, but the eye appeal remains high (PCGS # 6355) Estimate Value $500 - 550 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $456
Lot 1486		1877-S Type 2 Rev. NGC graded MS-67 Plus. Lovely rainbow toning around the edges and toned to the centers with a light patina of golden iridescence. This is an amazing coin as the colors add to the overall appeal considerably. Then, when studied, the true picture comes into focus, as the surfaces are so incredibly clean! There's virtually no sign of contact on the devices or in the fields. Although the 1877-S is a plentiful issue, only one can stand at the very top of the heap and be the absolute finest--this coin! Pop 1; The finest graded at NGC. Estimate Value $11,000 - 12,000 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1487		1877-S. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. CAC. First generation holder. Well struck and has light blue toning on the edges (PCGS # 6357) Estimate Value $500 - 550 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $660
Lot 1488		1882. PCGS graded MS-66. Only 4,400 struck. Pop 9; 3 finer, 2 in 67, 1 in 68. Wonderful rainbow toning around the edges of both sides with deeper hues in concentric rings, while the centers are mostly bright silver. Incredible collector quality and eye appeal (PCGS # 6364) Estimate Value $5,000 - 5,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1489		1882. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lovely light blue toning on both sides. Only 1,100 struck and this is a popular date. Elegant quality and highly appealing! Pop 31; 24 finer, 21 in 66, 3 in 67. (PCGS # 6443) Estimate Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1490		1885. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. CAC. A frosty white gem. Only 5,200 struck for circulation and this is one of the finer examples. Goregous quality and a delightful coin for the collector. Pop 12; 4 in 66; 5 in 67. (PCGS # 6367) Estimate Value $4,000 - 4,200 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1491		1885. PCGS graded Proof 62. Mostly untoned. Only 930 struck (PCGS # 6446) Estimate Value $600 - 650 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $660

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