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Sale 13
The Benson Collection of U.S. Coins, Part 2
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Lot 751 |
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1885 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 63. Gorgeous color on both sides and clean for the grade. We do note moderate hairlines in the obverse fields, which apparently account for the grade. A beauty despite the hairlines.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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| Realized
$765 |
Lot 752 |
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1886 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. One of the finest graded by PCGS, which has awarded the coveted PR-67 grade to just 10 quarters of this date. None are graded higher. Toasty brown and gold on the obverse, with a headlight of white untoned frost on Liberty's shield. On the reverse, deep gold at the edge, vibrant white from wing tip to wing tip. Only 886 struck in proof, along with 5,000 business strikes keeps demand high for these in any grade.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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$7,188 |
Lot 753 |
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1887 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. Electric blue, gold and red toning on the obverse, the reverse with a ring of gold at the rim, and a dark umber spot centered on the lower part of the eagle. Boldly struck, and one of just 710 made in proof (and just 10,000 business strikes). Of these, PCGS has graded 3 this high, with none graded higher. A high end gem that will entice many collectors to bid accordingly. An exceptional example for the date collector or type specialist.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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$6,038 |
Lot 754 |
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1888 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. This one was tucked away in Dr. Benson's type set. Dark gold to umber shades on the obverse, similar on the reverse, with bright centers on either side. PCGS has graded 7 this high, with 4 graded higher. Superb quality, with velvety devices and well mirrored and preserved fields. Sharp on the devices, but the stars show some weakness on their central points. Another stunner for the date specialist.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,400.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on February 26, 1944 for $3.00.
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$2,415 |
Lot 755 |
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1888 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Splendid toning of vibrant blue, red and gold on the obverse, bright at the center, the reverse perfectly matched. A couple of faint hairlines in the fields from an even higher grade. Similar to the other 1888 just offered, the stars are not quite fully struck up. We also note a minor planchet flaw extending from the U of QUAR to the claws above. It is remarkable for a coin of this period to be so nice.
Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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$2,530 |
Lot 756 |
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1889 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 63. Lightly hairlined, but with gorgeous colors on both sides.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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| Realized
$863 |
Lot 757 |
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1890 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. Quality takes a huge leap up here, as the devices are deeply frosted and this coin will probably be resubmitted to obtain a "cameo" designation. As to the surfaces, they are superb, nary a mark or hairline to be found. In the color department, this one is beautiful, with rich golden hues around the base near the date, and deeper blue and gold around the reverse periphery. Liberty and the eagle truly jump off the mirror fields because of the abundance of frost. Although proof mintage dropped to 590 in 1890, PCGS has seen a number of gems, with 18 in the PR-67 category, and even 2 graded higher. Hardly common, and we still expect this one to be a highlight in this memorable collection of proof seated quarters. Throw away the price lists if you want this one, once it sells you may not see it again for another 56 years.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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| Realized
$14,950 |
Lot 758 |
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1890 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Struck near the tail end of the Seated Liberty series, this one is sharp on the lower portion of the obverse, and some devices are a touch weak at the top. Lightly clashed dies. Icy white devices and fields, with a whisper of toning on the right side of the obverse in the stars. Excellent surfaces, but we note some breaks on the frost on the right wing of the eagle.
Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,300.
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| Realized
$1,323 |
Lot 759 |
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1891 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. Light hairlines in the fields account for the grade, but with beautiful colors around the periphery. One faint spot overlapping Liberty's pole arm. Here we bring the Seated quarters to a close, and begin a sensational run of Barber quarters. Hang on to your hats, it ain't over just yet.
Estimated Value $550 - 650.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on August 17, 1944 as part of a set of Proof quarters from 1858 to 1915 for $235.00.
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$863 |
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