Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 115

February 16-19, 2020 Pre long Beach Auction

Half Dimes

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1034		1795. PCGS graded UNC Details, Cleaned. Well struck and untoned with light silver gray dominating the patina. The strike is sharp with full separation on all of Liberty's curls as well as one the fine feather detail on the eagle. The surfaces are free of any detracting marks, and while this coin was cleaned long time ago, the overall appeal is still present. The fields are semi prooflike. Only 78,660 struck (PCGS # 4251) Value $2,500 - UP View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,560
Lot 1035		1796. "LIKERTY". PCGS graded MS-64. Lightly toned and boldly struck. No, that's not strong enough, this coin is struck like a medal, with full separation on Liberty's hair, each and every strand. Furthermore, the eagle has all his proud breast feathers! How many Draped Bust, Small Eagle coins can offer a breast full of feathers--yeah, about none, they just don't come with more than a few shallow feather outlines. Here the dies were such that somehow the eagle actually has a full chest of proud breast feathers! Considering how thin these tiny half dime planchets are, the coiner must have really swung the arm of the coining press to get the breast feathers this fully struck as both the central obverse and central reverse had to be sharp. A trace of softness is noted on the upper right wreath of the reverse, this area is opposite Liberty's bust, certainly a challenge to get the entire coin sharp with such a small planchet and so much detail to press into the planchet. Excellent surfaces and eye appeal, and free of adjustment marks or any sort of handling issue. An extraordinary and sparkling jewel that will forever be remembered by any numismatist who has searched for a well struck example of the Draped Bust, Small Eagle coinage for a type, date or variety collection. A great looking coin. Only 10,230 struck. Pop 5; 3 finer, 1 in 65, 1 in 67, 1 in 67+. (PCGS # 4254) Value $35,000 - 40,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1036		1800. NGC graded MS-65. Wonderful even silver gray toning on both sides. Boldly struck on each of the devices, with full definition on Liberty's hair and the reverse is sharp throughout as well. Clean surfaces as expected for the gem grade level and a simply outstanding example of this issue. The fields are free of all but the most minute sighs on contact, and the full dentils serve to frame the designs with perfect centering. Minor signs of die clashing in the field, commonly seen on this issue, and the usual minor die chip is found below the 00 of the date on the rim, most examples from these dies show this feature. An important and desirable offering. Only 24,000 struck. Pop 8; 3 finer, 2 in 66, 1 in 67. Value $25,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1037		1801. NGC graded AU-55. This is a prized condition rarity at this lofty grade level. The surfaces show classical steel gray fields which offset the slightly lighter devices on both sides. Close scrutiny will marvel at the complete and full definition on Liberty's curls as well as the finer details of the feathers imparted to the eagle's outspread wings. A few faint surface hairlines are noted from long ago circulation, and we note that portions of the dentils on the obverse and reverse are softly impressed by the dies, and this is diagnostic to this particular variety (nearly always seen as such). There are no deep or distracting marks on the surfaces. Due to their diminuitive size, these half dimes are rarely found today in any condition to grade by the third party grading services, most are damaged from careless handling long ago, and no doubt the majority were simply lost during their years of service in circulation. Here is one of the nicest 1801 half dimes certified, and a desirable coin worthy of any advanced collection. Mostly untoned. Only 27,760 struck. Pop 2; 5 finer at NGC. Value $8,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1038		1834. PCGS graded MS-62. A nice strike with a hint of tone (PCGS # 4281) Value $350 - 375 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $384
Lot 1039		1837. No Stars, Small Date. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with light golden toning on both sides. A pleasing type coin with all the hallmarks desired by collectors; eye appeal, rarity and a proven track record. These tiny half dimes were the first appearance of the new Gobrecht design for this denomination, and they proved quite popular. Stars were added to the obverse design the follwing year, so this 1837 style became a very short-lived type coin. And a handsome example it is! Pop 29; 25 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 4312) Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1040		1848-O. NGC graded MS-65. CAC. PQ. Lovely toning on both sides that is somewhat irregular with deep areas intermixed with brighter silver portions. A well struck gem that should please most specialists. Housed in an Early Style Holder. Pop 16; 21 finer, 16 in 66, 1 in 66+, 4 in 67. Value $1,600 - 1,700 View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,100
Lot 1041		1859. NGC graded Proof 67. Wonderful rainbow toning on both sides which includes delicate pastel blue and russet shades around the rims, smokey silver to the centers with golden accents. The devices are well frosted and stand high above the regal reflective fields. Virtually perfect in quality from a technical standpoint, with no signs of handling to diminish the eye appeal or grade. A splendid example of this early type proof with the stars on the obverse. Only 800 struck. Pop 6; 5 finer at NGC. Value $6,000 - UP View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1042		1860. PCGS graded Proof 63. Mostly untoned. Only 1,000 struck. Pop 63; 94 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 4443) Value $375 - 400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $420
Lot 1043		1863. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. CAC. A glow of light sunrise toning with nice contrast between the reflective fields and frosted devices. Well struck, with only 460 proofs coined. This is a low production issue from the Philidelphia Mint, struck in the depths of the Civil War. An 1863 half dime is highly prized when found in such a stellar condition. Pop 9; 2 finer in 67 for Cameo. (PCGS # 84446) Value $2,300 - 2,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,300
Lot 1044		1863. NGC graded MS-66. PQ. Boldly struck with lovely old time umber gray toning. Only 18,000 struck and scarce in all grades, particularly so in gem mint state. Housed in an Early Style Holder. Pop 19; 19 finer at NGC. Value $1,400 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,200
Lot 1045		1864. PCGS graded Proof 67. CAC. PQ. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides with rich royal blue on both sides with the central areas showing more russet. Glistening mirror fields when examined under a light source, with frosted devices showing exceptional preservation. A low production year for Proofs, and this glorious coin is one of the finest certified by PCGS. Only 470 struck. Pop 3; 3 finer, 2 in 67 Cameo, 1 in 67+. (PCGS # 4447) Value $2,900 - 3,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,800
Lot 1046		1866. PCGS graded Proof 62. Untoned with some light hairlines. Only 725 struck (PCGS # 4449) Value $275 - 300 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $408