Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 109

January 27-30, 2019 Long Beach

Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 997		1795. Overton-124, Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-61. Lovely blue and golden toning on both sides. The obverse shows some moderate adjustment marks, imparted to reduce the weight of the planchet to be within the narrow tolerances allowed for the weight. The strike is fairly sharp on the obverse curls, as well as on the eagle. A condition rarity at this lofty grade level. An important type coin and one which is seldom found in mint condition. Pop 1; 2 finer in 62 at NGC for the variety. *Estimate Value $30,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 998		Withdrawn Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 999		1795. NGC graded Fine Details, Obverse Rim Filed. Slightly toned. *Estimate Value $800 - 900* View details and enlarged photos	Realized $930
Lot 1000		1801. NGC graded AU-50. Light grey toning with tinges of gold tucked into the devices. A tough date to find in high grades like this, and collector demand is always extreme when an AU50 coin is offered. Excellent surfaces and eye appeal for this early issue. Only 30,289 struck. Pop 4; 10 finer at NGC. *Estimate Value $10,000 - 11,000* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1001		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 14; 20 finer for the date, 1 in 65 Star, 19 in 66. *Estimate Value $8,000 - 8,500* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1002		1814. Overton-109, Rarity 2. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely blue and russet toning. spans both sides. The strike is sharp and the surfaces are free of all but a few small ticks. A scarce date when found preserved at the gem grade, so a coin that any specialist should take notice of and bid accordingly. Pop 14; 7 finer at PCGS. Will be tied for the finest examples at PCGS for its variety when attributed on the tag. (PCGS # 6105) Estimate Value $10,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1003		1814, 4 over 3. NGC graded MS-62. Nicely toned and attractive. The strike is a trifle soft in areas, in part due to the dies being so badly clashed and cracked. An important and popular overdate issue. Pop 3; 8 finer at NGC. *Estimate Value $4,500 - 5,000* View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,840
Lot 1004		1815. 5 over 2. PCGS graded XF Details, Damage. Popular key date. Lightly cleaned. Only 47,150 struck (PCGS # 6108) Estimate Value $800 - 900 View details Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,640
Lot 1005		1818. Overton-114a, Rarity 3. NGC graded MS-65. Boldly struck with nice even toning over lustrous fields. Outstanding surface quality when examined with a loupe. Pop 1; the finest example graded at both services for the variety. *Estimate Value $10,000 - 11,000* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1006		1822, 2 over 1. Overton-101, Rarity 1. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely light golden toning over frosty, fresh surfaces. The strike is bold for such an early Capped Bust half dollar, and the toning accents the devices. Overdates like this are always in high demand by Set Registry and date collectors. Pop 1; 2 finer, 1 in 65+, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 6130) Estimate Value $24,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1007		1823. Overton-105, Rarity 1. PCGS graded MS-65. Nicely toned with antique golden gray shades wiht a touch of sunset hues intermixed. The strike is sharp throughout, and the surfaces are satin smooth and elegant. An extraordinary example of this early Capped bust half dollar. Pop 6; 5 finer, 3 in 65+, 2 in 66. Will be the finest example graded at PCGS for its variety when attributed on the tag. (PCGS # 6131) Estimate Value $9,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1008		1824. PCGS graded AU-58. Mostly untoned (PCGS # 6137) Estimate Value $450 - 500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $690
Lot 1009		1824, 4 over 4. O-110, Rarity 2. NGC graded MS-65. Nicely toned with delicate golden gray hues that span both sides. The strike is reasonably sharp on all but the highest design elements, as typically seen on these hand struck coins. The 4 is repunched, much like an overdate from this era. Rare so fine! Pop 2; 1 finer in 66 at NGC for the variety. *Estimate Value $8,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1010		1826. Overton-104a, Rarity 3. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides. Boldly struck with lustrous fields and a coin of amazing quality that will please any advanced specialist. Pop 1; the finest example graded at both services for the variety. (PCGS # 39671) Estimate Value $14,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,300
Lot 1011		1827. Curl base 2. O-146, Rarity 2. NGC graded MS-64. Nice dark toning on both sides. The strike is crisp on all but the uppermost devices. A tough issue to find just one notch from the gem grade level. Pop 1; tied for the finest examples graded at both services for the variety. *Estimate Value $5,500 - 6,000* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1012		1829. Overton-112, Rarity 1. NGC graded MS-66. Boldly struck and nicely toned with golden gray fields, and deeper gray accents surrounding the devices and lettering. Highly appealing, with satin smooth fields and devices that are virtually free of any signs of contact. An impressive example of this issue. Pop 2; tied for the finest examples graded at both services for the variety. *Estimate Value $11,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1013		1830. Large 0. Overton-122, Rarity 1. NGC graded MS-62. Nice golden toning. Pop 1; 7 finer at NGC for the variety. *Estimate Value $950 - 1,000* View details and enlarged photos	Realized $900
Lot 1014		1832. Overton-103, Rarity 1. NGC graded MS-65+. Well struck and nicely toned with antique silver gray shades over mint fresh luster. The strike is bold right down to the tops of Liberty's fine curls. Satin smooth fields and creamy devices. A gorgeous coin for the type or date collector. Pop 1; none finer at NGC for the variety. *Estimate Value $10,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1015		1834. Small date and letters. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC. PQ. Well struck and nicely toned (PCGS # 6166) Estimate Value $1,400 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1016		1837. NGC graded MS-66. Boldly struck with lovely golden toning on both sides and quite lustrous. The strike is sharp due to the pressure generated on the new steam coining press, which was finally put into service in 1836. The curls on Liberty and the eagle's feathers are all bold. An enticing type coin that was issued in only 1836 (late that year) and all of 1837. One significant change was the denomination being "50 CENTS" on the 1836 and 1837 half dollars, this being changed to "HALF DOL." in 1838-39. A condition rarity at this lofty grade level! Pop 2; 7 finer at NGC. *Estimate Value $19,000 - 20,000* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1017		1837. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck with lovely blue and golden toning. A few scattered marks are visible with a loupe, accounting for the grade assigned. Elegant toning and appealing as such (PCGS # 6176) Estimate Value $2,100 - 2,200 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1018		1838. NGC graded MS-66. Well struck with rich golden toning on both sides that favors the periphery, while the centers are bright silver. Minor die cracks are noted on the reverse, one enters near the top of the left wing and continues down through the center of the shield, another crosses into the eagle's beak. An important offering as one of the finest seen of this date, with this being a short lived type coin as well. Pop 4; 1 finer in 67. *Estimate Value $25,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1019		1845. PCGS graded MS-64+. Intense blue toning around the edges with bold devices and strong visual appeal. This is one of the finest seen of this date, and worthy of the most advanced collection as such. A handsome and desirable coin. Pop 2; tied for the finest examples graded at both services. (PCGS # 6248) Estimate Value $10,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1020		1853. Arrows and rays. PCGS graded MS-63. Lovely light golden toning. A popular type coin for the Arrows and Rays. Impressive for the grade assigned (PCGS # 6275) Estimate Value $2,300 - 2,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1021		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 21; 9 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6283) Estimate Value $7,000 - 7,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1022		1859-O. PCGS graded MS-66. Boldly struck with lovely rainbow toning that shows a few patches of russet over antique gray. The strike is bold and crisp. Amazing quality surfaces and fields, just a few minor scuffs and marks are present. Pop 6; 3 finer, 2 in 66+, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 6297) Estimate Value $10,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1023		1859-O. NGC graded MS-65+. Lovely rainbow toning with deep blue and russet surrounding some of the devices. Excellent surfaces with nary a nick or bagmark to be found when closely examined. A prize this well preserved. Pop 3; 3 finer in 66. *Estimate Value $7,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1024		1864. PCGS graded Proof 64. Lovely rich reddish gold toning on both sides. Only 470 struck. Pop 58; 57 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6418) Estimate Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1025		1866. With motto. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC. PQ. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides. The strike is sharp and the surfaces satin smooth and carefully prserved. One small toning speck will serve to identify this coin, located at the far left end of the Motto ribbon on the reverse. A majestic coin. Pop 2; 3 finer, 1 in 66+, 2 in 67. (PCGS # 6319) Estimate Value $7,500 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,000
Lot 1026		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; 2 finer in 66 Deep Cameo. (PCGS # 86430) Estimate Value $6,500 - 7,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1027		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: 11 finer, 1 in 65+; 5 in 66; 4 in 67; 1 in 68. (PCGS # 6435) Estimate Value $7,000 - 7,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1028		1874-S. Arrows. NGC graded MS-65+. This is a prized issue with a modest mintage of 394,000 pieces most of which disappeared long ago. Another reason for demand is the placement of Arrows at the date. The strike is sharp and the surfaces are especially clean and pleasing. A classic condition rarity for the dedicated collector. Lovely golden toning. Pop 2; 2 finer, 1 in 66, 1 in 67. *Estimate Value $18,000 - UP* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1029		1875. PCGS graded Proof 66. Nicely toned with varying shades of gold, blue and flashy silver whiteness. Remarkable quality and eye appeal. Only 700 struck. Pop 12; 4 finer, 1 in 66 Cameo, 3 in 67. (PCGS # 6436) Estimate Value $3,500 - 3,600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1030		1875-S. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC. PQ. 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. Pop 23; 6 finer, 5 in 66+, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 6351) Estimate Value $4,000 - 4,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1031		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; 32 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6351) Estimate Value $2,400 - 2,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1032		1876-S. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC. PQ. 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 2; 1 finer in 66+. (PCGS # 6354) Estimate Value $6,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $7,800
Lot 1033		1877-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely obverse rainbow toning. Pop 35; 37 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6357) Estimate Value $2,300 - 2,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1034		1882. NGC graded MS-67+. CAC. This is a highly collectible superb gem which offers unending eye appeal, a bold strike and is a well known condition rarity. Lovely rainbow toning. Only 4,400 struck, and this is one of the finest reported today. A simply amazing coin that will never go out of style with its tiny mintage and superb surfaces. Pop 1; 1 finer in 68. *Estimate Value $12,000 - 13,000* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1035		1882. PCGS graded MS-66. PQ. 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 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1036		1882. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lovely light blue toning. Only 1,100 struck. Pop 31; 73 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6443) Estimate Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1037		1883. PCGS graded Proof 67. Lovely light rainbow toning with brighter centers and elegant toning through the fields to the rims. Boldly impressed and of extraordinary quality from a proof coin of this era. Only 1,039 struck. Pop 4; 5 finer, 4 in 67 Cameo, 1 in 67 Deep Cameo. (PCGS # 6444) Estimate Value $5,000 - 5,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1038		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 11; 12 finer, 6 in 66, 6 in 67. (PCGS # 6367) Estimate Value $3,500 - 3,700 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1039		1886. PCGS graded MS-65. PQ. Only 5,000 struck. Pop 11; 10 finer at PCGS. Lovely blue and golden toning on both sides. The fields are prooflike and the surfaces exceptional on this key date rarity. A most elegant example (PCGS # 6368) Estimate Value $3,500 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1040		1887. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC. PQ. Boldly struck with lovely toning on both sides. Nice prooflike fields that are free of disturbances and of tremendous quality. Only 5,000 struck and highly collectible when found this nice. Pop 14; 7 finer, 1 in 66+, 5 in 67, 1 in 67+. (PCGS # 6369) Estimate Value $5,500 - 6,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1041		1888. NGC graded MS-65. Popular low mintage date. Only 12,001 struck. The toning is attractive on the obverse, but a bit mottled in areas on the reverse. Boldly impressed and rare at the gem grade level. Housed in an Old Style Holder. Pop 15; 29 finer at NGC. *Estimate Value $2,400 - 2,500* View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,360
Lot 1042		1892-O. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and mostly untoned. Pop 37; 26 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6462) Estimate Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1043		1893-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with reflective fields on both sides and frosted devices. The surfaces are pristine with scarcely any signs of handling. A tough isssue to find at this lofty grade level, and a solid representative of this date and mint. Pop 7; 2 finer, 1 in 65+, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 6467) Estimate Value $14,000 - 15,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1044		1895. PCGS graded Proof 64. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides. Only 880 struck (PCGS # 6542) Estimate Value $1,300 - 1,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,500
Lot 1045		1895-S. NGC graded MS-64. Lovely toning. Pop 30; 22 finer at NGC. *Estimate Value $1,700 - 1,800* View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1046		1896. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. PQ. Lovely golden toning. Only 762 struck. Pop 16; 39 finer at PCGS for Cameo and Deep Cameo. (PCGS # 86543) Estimate Value $1,500 - 1,600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold

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