Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 13

The Benson Collection of U.S. Coins, Part 2

Barber Quarters

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 760		1892 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Here we begin a sensational run of proof Barber quarters. We start right out of the gate with a superb 1892 that boasts typically Benson blue and gold toning on both sides, with radiant white frost at the centers. There is a faint line down Liberty's temple to her jaw, and this probably kept this from an even higher grade. Superb. How did these coins all tone with such beautiful colors? Well, Dr. Benson purchased these in the 1940s as a set. While we don't know for certain, it is likely that the coins were untoned or lightly toned at that time. Each coin was carefully placed in the appropriate Wayte Raymond's National Pages coin album. These brown cardboard coin albums were used by most collectors of that period. In this case, Dr. Benson placed the coins in the album by pressing the obverse down into the hole for that particular date, so the reverse rested against the see through slide. As the cardboard used in the holder was much thicker than the coins inserted, the obverse was actually lower than the surrounding wall of cardboard, protecting the obverse when the slide was closed, and most importantly, giving the obverse not only a pocket of air between the coin and the slide, but more exposure to the high sulfur content cardboard. Hence, over the next 56 years, the obverse of the silver coins tended to tone more than the reverse, and that is why most of the coins in this collection show similar colors, heavier on the obverse, less so on the reverse. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,830
Lot 761		1892 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. A boldly struck gem specimen with undisturbed frosty mint luster overlayed with warm sunset tones that naturally darken at the outer borders. A pristine example that should stir considerable interest among first year type collectors. Population: 13, with only 5 better. Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,875
Lot 762		1892 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Flashy and bright, with peripheral gold toning. Always in demand as the first year of issue. Estimated Value $650 - 750. View details	Realized $863
Lot 763		1892-S Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-64. One of the key dates to the series, but enough were saved as the first year of issue to keep the high end prices down. This near gem has satiny luster, light golden peripheral toning and is well struck. There is a trace of a fingerprint on the cap. Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,380
Lot 764		1893 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 68. A monster gem coin that boasts resplendent greens and yellows on both sides over near perfect surfaces on the obverse, the reverse is a vibrant blue green color with well mirrored surfaces beneath. Perfectly struck and preserved, and it would be hard to imagine a nicer example of this date. NGC has graded 14 this high, with just 2 graded higher, giving an indication of how rare this date is in such superb condition. Don't miss out if you love toned proofs. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,350
Lot 765		1893 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 67. Glorious bright yellow toning on the surfaces, with well frosted devices and exceptional eye appeal. Close examination will note how nearly perfect the surfaces are, and we suspect that an advanced numismatist will truly appreciate this coin. NGC has graded 23 this high, with just 3 graded higher. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,370
Lot 766		1893 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 67. Superb surfaces for this grade, as expected, Liberty's face is especially fresh and clean. Deep blue at the rims, bright silver at the centers. NGC in their Population Report note 25 graded this high with 16 graded higher. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,830
Lot 767		1893 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Deep blue and gold toning around the periphery, with a central bright spotlight on Liberty that remains untoned. Examination with a halogen lamp and 10X glass failed to turn up any problems, perhaps I should hit the afterburner on the light to see whatever fault kept this one from a higher grade. Take a look and see what you think, it could go higher next time around. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,725
Lot 768		1893-O Barber Quarter Dollar. MS-64. Frosty and bright, with ample luster and just a hint of toning near the rims and probably dipped in the not too distant past. Clean surfaces that show only a few stray hairlines and virtually no signs of bagmarks. Well struck on all but the claw and arrows, which have minor weakness. Scarce this nice. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 769		1894 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 67. Blazing white at the center, deeper gold at the periphery. Superb surfaces that show no hairlines or other problems. One tiny lint mark on the cheek, as made. NGC has graded just 21 this high, with 4 graded higher. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 770		1894 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Brighter in color than many of the Benson coins, this one has blue around the obverse with more gold, and a larger untoned area at the center than others in this run. A few faint contact ticks, but very few, even on Liberty's cheek. Superb quality. PCGS has graded 14 this high, with 11 graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,680
Lot 771		1894-S Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-64. A rare date in high grade, this one boasts resplendent gold and blue toning over lustrous fields and devices. One minor nick at the back of the neck, and a couple of faint ticks elsewhere don't seem enough to keep this from the gem class. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,150
Lot 772		1895 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. One of the finest graded of this date by PCGS, which has awarded PR-67 to an amazing 18 coins, plus 1 even higher! We do have a knockout gem here, deeply toned with gold and blue at the edges, bright at the centers. Quality of this magnitude is seldom available. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,830
Lot 773		1895 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Deep blue on the obverse, the reverse with more reddish colors. A toned coin collectors caviar. Estimated Value $1,750-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,220
Lot 774		1895-O Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. Deeply toned with gorgeous ocean depth blue at the rims, fading to brighter gold and red, with the centers hazy gray. Excellent luster and well struck throughout, and certain to bring a strong price. This is one of the finest seen by NGC, and their Population Report shows just 2 graded this high, with 2 graded higher. If you want eye appeal, then take a long look at this gem. Estimated Value $3,500-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,600
Lot 775		1896 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. Bullseye toning on the obverse, with a bright center which changes through gold, blue and russet towards the rim. The reverse is also toned, but with a simple ring of bright gold through the lettering, faded gold to white elsewhere. PCGS has graded 22 this high, with just 10 graded higher. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. From the Benson collection and purchased from the 1946 ANA Convention Sale, lot 522. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,520
Lot 776		1897 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Tawny gold and blue toning around the rims, with brighter centers. A few planchet roller lines on the obverse. Outstanding quality for the date. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 777		1897 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Blue and gold with pastel highlights merging into umber on the obverse, the reverse with gold and touches of smoke and blue. A couple of tiny hairlines from a much higher grade. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on February 26, 1944 for $5.00. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,380
Lot 778		1898 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. Mottled sea green and vibrant yellow toning on the obverse, with glowing white frost on the devices beneath. Another superb example for the advanced numismatist. PCGS has graded 24 this high, with 7 graded higher, out of the original mintage of 735 coins. Pristine fields which show none of the usual handling marks or hairlines. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $8,625
Lot 779		1899 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Streaky blue and gold toning running in a vertical pattern on the obverse, the balance of the obverse a milky gray tone, the reverse with a ring of gold at the edge. Pristine surfaces and nicely mirrored fields. Totally original throughout. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,495
Lot 780		1900 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Smoky gold and blue toning at the top and bottom of the obverse, with other hues intermixed. A deep gold to blue ring on the reverse. PCGS has graded 19 this high, with just 9 graded higher. Note the faint die swirl lines on Liberty's neck and face, these were part of the die polishing process to create the frosty appearance on the devices. Perfectly struck and well preserved fields surround. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,610
Lot 781		1901 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Toned on the obverse with vibrant blue at the top and bottom, surrounded by a reddish gold antique shade, while the centers remain mostly white or lightly toned on the obverse, the reverse with a layer of light gold and a touch of blue at the edge. Firmly struck throughout, and we note the fields show virtually no signs of contact or hairlines. The obverse die was overpolished a bit, lapping out an area below Liberty's ear which is now reflective like the fields instead of frosty. PCGS has graded 17 this high, with 9 graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,898
Lot 782		1901 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. A well toned example with some moderate scratches well concealed on the face. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details	Realized $132
Lot 783		1902 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. The obverse toning ranges through the usual blues and golds, with lighter hues at the center. On the reverse the left side has an arc of bright blue and a ring of gold surrounding. One tiny tick mark in the lower right obverse field. PCGS has graded 11 this high, with 7 graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,300
Lot 784		1903 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Medium gold toning on both sides, but this one has frosted devices, and is not the "all mirror" surfaces usually seen. Superb surfaces, and PCGS has graded just 28 this high, with 21 graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,955
Lot 785		1903 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Bullseye toning as seen on most of these Benson coins, with blue, gold and red hues around the periphery, while the centers are generally bright. On the reverse, the right side has an arc of gold and blue, while the center is white. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,335
Lot 786		1904 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Magnificent blue and green toning on the obverse and more golden on the reverse. The surfaces are exceptional for this date, which is tough in full gem grades. PCGS has graded 26 this high, with 10 higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 787		1904 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. This one is deeply toned with purplish blue predominating, and a deep gold circle at the back of Liberty's head, the very center of which is still untoned. More toning than most on the reverse, with the deep blue and gold reaching to the top of the letters. Superb fields and devices throughout, and this one is graded conservatively. PCGS notes 26 graded this high, and 10 graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,325
Lot 788		1905 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Iridescent toning that ranges through the golds and reds across the obverse, while the reverse shows less toning. A couple of faint lines on the face from a higher grade, but so much nicer than these are usually found. PCGS has graded 23 this high, with 12 graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,070
Lot 789		1905 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 66. Brilliant white at the centers, with peripheral gold and gray tones. Faint handling marks visible with a glass, if you look hard. NGC has graded just 34 this high with 17 graded higher. Certainly an exceptional example of this date. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,070
Lot 790		1905 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Bright and fresh, with no signs of toning. Well deep mirror fields, and very well impressed. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details	Realized $1,380
Lot 791		1906 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. Stellar quality for this collection. This one has more toning than most, with a layer of gold across the various shades of the obverse, and gold on the reverse too. PCGS has graded only 15 this high, with just 2 graded higher. Immaculate fields and surfaces, keeping this one solidly in the gem class. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,450
Lot 792		1906 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Another near perfect coin for the grade. This one has no signs of toning and remains totally white. PCGS has graded 24 this high, with a meager 17 higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,955
Lot 793		1907 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Magnificent toning on both sides, with greens and golds in abundance. The obverse is very well struck and preserved, and we see minor planchet lines running down from left to right on the upper devices of the reverse. These planchet lines are mint caused, and can only be seen with a strong glass. PCGS has graded 12 this high, and just 13 are graded higher. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,898
Lot 794		1907-D Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A lovely frosty mint example, untoned and very choice. Estimated Value $700 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $834
Lot 795		1908 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Superb colors on both sides of this proof, with a well centered bright area on the obverse and reverse. The toning is somewhat irregular, but quite beautiful. A low mintage date of 545 struck, of which PCGS has graded 12 this high with 13 graded higher. The quality of these coins is unbelievable and its hard to imagine how there could be so many that remain so pristine. We're certain the bidders will be enticed by the dizzying array of colors and exceptional quality. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,875
Lot 796		1908-D Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 Premium Quality. This one has gorgeous iridescent blue and gold toning on both sides. We note this is in an old green insert PCGS holder, the kind not used for several years. As to the surfaces, this one is really nice and we feel it could upgrade. Scarce and desirable in this grade, and downright rare any better. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,323
Lot 797		1909 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 67. Mottled deep blue and gold toning on both sides with the centers brighter. Rarely encountered this nice, and certainly a sight to behold. NGC has graded 22 this high, with just 7 graded higher of the date. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 798		1909 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. Here is one that needs to be inspected closely, there is a faint line running just below the reverse shield tip into the thigh and field beyond to the left, and this appears to be a small struck through hair that was on the planchet at the time of striking. Perhaps PCGS thought it was a light scratch, and hence downgraded this coin to the conservative PR-64 level. The toning is magnificent, and we see no other signs of contact to account for the conservative grade. As always, make your own decisions as to the grade and especially the value of any coin you are considering purchasing prior to the sale. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,323
Lot 799		1910 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. Deep speckled green and rose toning on both sides of this memorable quarter. The fields push the envelope of perfection, and the coin is a joy to behold. We expect the prices of these toned quarters to be quite strong, as they deserve. PCGS has graded 17 this high, with 6 graded higher. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,830
Lot 800		1911 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 67. One of the prettiest coins in this extensive date run, the colors range through lovely teal blue on the bust and cap, to bright gold which lightens towards the well centered circle over Liberty's ear. Similar tones on the reverse, with deep green and blue at the rims, gold inside that, and white for most of the reverse, again well centered. PCGS notes 19 have been graded this high, with 7 graded higher. It would be hard to imagine a finer coin technically, or aesthetically. This is one that you won't want to put down when viewing, and will never sell if you are lucky enough to buy it. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,750
Lot 801		1912 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Steel gray with blue and gold highlights on both sides. We note a couple of very faint hairlines in the fields, which must account for the grade. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 802		1913 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 68. One of the very finest graded by NGC of this date, with just 3 seen this high, and a single coin graded a notch higher. Bright white at the centers, the periphery deeply toned with blues and golds likely from the original Mint wrappers. As stunning as one could hope to find, and nearly perfect surfaces and strike to boot. Superb gems like this have yet to find their true potential. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 803		1913 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Darker toned than most of this set but with rich colors which come alive when held under a light. Excellent surfaces for the grade, and no signs of the usual culprits like hairlines or other handling marks. Sharp save for the upper right corner of the shield, and the claw clasping the arrows, both of which show minor weakness. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,208
Lot 804		1914 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Deep smoky gold and blue toning on both sides which conceals a few faint hairlines. Fully struck, including the often weak arrow claw and shield point. One of the key dates with a scant 380 struck in proof, and few gems to be found, especially toned with such an array of colors. Another visually appealing gem that will be hard duplicate if you miss this lot. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,898
Lot 805		1915 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Hazy gold toning with blue highlights on the obverse, evenly distributed on the reverse. Superb quality, even for this grade, and PCGS seems to agree as only 6 have been graded this high, with 6 graded higher from the original mintage of 450. Fully struck, and highly appealing. This is the final year of proofs in the Barber series. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. 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. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,335
Lot 806		1915 Barber Quarter Dollar. MS-63. Nice and frosty with areas of natural russet toning. Estimated Value $125 - 150. View details	Realized $132
Lot 807		1916-D Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. This one is from Dr. Benson's type set, and what a nice coin it is! Frosty luster in the obverse fields overlayed with a delicate gold, green and red tones, especially on the lower right obverse, the reverse more evenly toned antique gray and gold hues. Fairly well struck, with the only signs of weakness located on the eagle's claws. Close examination will locate precious few signs of handling, and we feel it was conservatively graded. PCGS notes just 54 graded this high, with only 3 graded higher (all MS-67). Final year of issue, and excellent in every way. This is the rare "double mintmark" as noted in Breen's Encyclopedia. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. From the Benson collection and purchased from James G. Macallister on September 9, 1944 for $2.00. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,610
Lot 808		1916-D Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. A well struck gem exploding with frosty white mint luster. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold