Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 106

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

Capped Bust Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 406		1812. Overton-110, Rarity 1. NGC graded MS-66. Boldly struck with light toning and strong luster and full definition on all of Liberty's curls. Notice theh depth of the star centers too, which are seldomm found so crisp. The reverse shows full feather definition, along with the shield lines. What really sets this coin apart is the extraordinary quality of the surfaces, for the fields and devices are pristine, and show virtually no signs of handling. This is quite remarkable given this is an early, 1812 dated Capped Bust half dollar. A fantastic opportunity for the date specialist. Pop 19; none finer at NGC for the date. Estimate Value $14,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 407		1824. Overton-107, Rarity 2. PCGS graded MS-62. Well struck with a hint of tone. Pop 2; 1 finer in 63 at PCGS for the variety. (PCGS # 39628) Estimate Value $1,000 - 1,050 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,320
Lot 408		1827. Sharpness of AU, Cleaned. Estimate Value $100 - 120 View details	Realized $228
Lot 409		1830. Small 0. Overton-107, Rarity 2. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely blue peripheral and rich central golden toning. The strike is decent for this issue, with sharp stars surrounding and crisp curls on Liberty. The fields and devices are remarkably clean for an early Capped Bust half dollar from 1830. A perfect selection for the advanced type collector who appreciates quality and visual appeal. Pop 2; 2 finer in 66 at NGC for the variety. Estimate Value $6,000 - 6,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 410		1831. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with even grey and greenish-gold toning. The fields are satin smooth and free of any detracting nicks, and the devices too are crisp and free of significant contact marks. A condition rarity at the gem level, and this one will certainly please any numismatist seeking such an example. Pop 62; 11 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6159) Estimate Value $6,000 - 6,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 411		1834. Large date, small letters. Overton-106, Rarity 1. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely rich blue toning around the rims, fading to russet gold at the centers. Outstanding luster in the fields, and the strike is sharp enough to boldy define the curls on Liberty and all but a few wing feathers on the eagle. Study of the fields finds no detracting marks or handling issues, keeping this coin solidly in the gem class. A glorious gem! Pop 4; 1 finer in 66+ for the variety at NGC. Estimate Value $5,000 - 5,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 412		1834. Small date and letters. Overton-114, Rarity 1. NGC graded MS-65. Nice blue and golden toning covering lustrous fields on both sides. The reverse is extremely smooth, and is well matched in quality to the obverse. Elegant toning! The strike is sharp at the centers, but the stars show the usual softness on their central radial lines. This coin is simply amazing that it survived so well preserved from so long ago. Pop 1; the finest example graded at both services for the variety. Estimate Value $5,000 - 5,500 View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 413		1836. Lettered edge. PCGS graded MS-65. Nicely toned with gold and lilac hues that are evenly found on both sides, from long and careful storage. The strike is sharp on all devices for this final year of issue of the Letterd Edge style Capped Bust half dollar. Scrutiny finds little to distract the numismatic eye, as the surfaces are satin smooth and free of nicks. Pop 16; 8 finer, 2 in 65+, 4 in 66, 2 in 66+. (PCGS # 6169) Estimate Value $6,500 - 7,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,900
Lot 414		1837. NGC graded MS-65+. Here is a boldly struck coin, which shows amazing definition on Liberty's hair as well as the eagle's feathers. The quality of the surface is simply stunning, with Liberty's cheek and neck bathed in unbroken luster. The fields are creamy and frosty. Lightly toned with silver gray and a few traces of pale gold on both sides. A tough two year type coin struck on the early steam press that commenced coinage when these were struck, with a trial run of 1836 Reeded Edge half dollars just prior. Impressive quality and bold visual appeal. Pop 1; 14 finer at NGC. Estimate Value $14,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 415		1838. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely golden-bluish toning around the rims with the centers classic sliver gray and lustrous. Boldly struck with sharp devices and frosty fields. Incredible quality for this short lived two year type coin, with traces of adjustment marks on the reverse atop the lettering. A handsome coin! Pop 9; 5 finer, 1 in 65+, 3 in 66, 1 in 66+. (PCGS # 6177) Estimate Value $14,000 - 16,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $20,400