Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 14

Coins, Collectibles and Memorabilia Auction

Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 2248		1806 Draped Bust Half Dollar. 6 over 5. PCGS graded AU-53. High in the condition census for this variety, this lovely example will please most collectors for the lilac gray tones and luster in the protected areas. Further, the hair on Liberty is well struck, and this would appear to be an early die state (prior to lapping) which shows minor clash marks on both sides, and a thin die crack through the N of UNITED, down the diagonal into the field above the arrow points. Extensive die rust is present around the obverse periphery. One small speck below the end of the branch shows light pin scratching, visible only with a strong glass. Certainly a very important coin for the specialist, and worthy of a strong bid for it color and surfaces. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,300
Lot 2249		1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar. VF-35. Steel gray on the obverse, with a darker blue green band around the periphery, the reverse with more toning of bright blue in the fields and areas of gold and red elsewhere. Light cracks on both sides. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $529
Lot 2250		1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar. Good-5. Steel gray in color, decent for the grade. Estimated Value $100 - 115. View details	Realized $109
Lot 2251		1810 Capped Bust Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. Gorgeous lilac gray toning over lustrous fields on both sides of this specimen. As always seen, the devices are weak at the centers around Liberty's chin and on the left wing of the eagle. Both sides have a peripheral die crack, and we note tiny marks between the TA of STATES. Clean on the face of Liberty, and very choice for the grade. These early dates are seldom offered this nice, and we note that PCGS has graded 13 this high, with only 6 graded higher, all MS-64 of the date! An opportunity. Estimated Value $2,250 - 2,750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,105
Lot 2252		1811 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Small 8. NGC graded AU-58. A scarce variety which is seldom offered in high grade, this pleasing AU-58 boasts ample luster and desirable golden lilac toning on both sides. Minor handling ticks expected for the grade, but none worthy of particular mention. Sharply struck on all but a couple of the upper left stars, and a later die state with encircling cracks on the reverse. Although there are a couple of mint state coins known, recent auction appearances quickly drop to EF and below grades for this variety. An impressive coin for the grade, and worth a strong bid. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $978
Lot 2253		1812 Capped Bust Half Dollar. 2 over 1, small 8. PCGS graded MS-64. Magnificent deep steel blue toning on both sides, with areas of lighter gold near the edge. Well struck for this early series, with problem free devices and fields. A few minor hairlines can be seen as always, and there is a small irregular toned area behind Liberty's head on the ninth star. Fiery luster comes alive when examined under a light. PCGS has only graded 6 this high, with a single coin graded higher of the small 8 variety. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,220
Lot 2254		1812 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Normal date. ICG graded MS-67. Full cartwheel luster on this early Bust Half dollar, with light steel gray color throughout. The dies show many light cracks on the obverse and clash marks as well. As expected, the surfaces are nearly perfect and show few signs of handling keeping this coin at the high end of the gem class, quite a miracle for a coin that's 190 years old! Certainly one of the very finest known of the date and variety, and worthy of a strong bid for the outstanding quality it possesses. Estimated Value $10,000-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,925
Lot 2255		1813 Capped Bust Half Dollar. EF-45. A later die state that shows only partial milling on the left side of the obverse, and strongly clashed die on the reverse. Toned a medium steel gray in color with darker hues at the edges. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details	Realized $150
Lot 2256		1814 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Normal. NGC graded MS-67. An exceptionally beautiful coin because of the majestic blue and gold toning on both sides. Of course the surfaces are nearly perfect, with only trace signs of handling visible with a strong glass. Both the obverse and reverse periphery are deeply toned with royal bright blue which fades to dark gold at the inner star points. Blazing luster beneath the toning and the strike is also sharp. There is a curious die line connecting the top left eagle's wing to the motto ribbon above, and the dies show light multiple clash marks, as usual for the variety. NGC has graded only 4 coins of this date as such, with none graded higher, making this one tied for the finest known. Estimated Value $15,000-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $16,675
Lot 2257		1815 Capped Bust Half Dollar. 5 over 2. AU-50. A rare date in high grade, but this one has been cleaned and retoned with mottled irregular areas around the obverse periphery, while the reverse remains a more pleasing russet gray with blue highlights on the devices. As is normal for this date, both dies show strong and multiple clash marks. Examination will find decent surfaces, although we note some trivial faint marks in the obverse fields. Importantly, the obverse curls are well struck and the devices show virtually no wear from circulation. All in all, a very presentable example of this highly coveted date which boasts a low mintage of 47,150. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. From Irving Goodman's Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,220
Lot 2258		1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar. AU-50. We note a partial double profile on Liberty, especially on her neck and chest. Light gold and blue toning at the rims, and white at the centers. Well struck and pleasing for the grade, despite a few hairlines and minor handling ticks. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details	Realized $173
Lot 2259		1828 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Curl base, knob 2. EF-40. Steel gray with nice color and surfaces. Traces of luster in the devices. Estimated Value $60 - 80. From Irving Goodman's Collection. View details	Realized $92
Lot 2260		1828 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Square base 2, large 8's. AU-58. Sharp at the centers, but the stars show slight weakness. Steel gray in color, with hints of colorful toning around the periphery. Faint hairlines in the fields as expected on these. Estimated Value $200 - 250. From Irving Goodman's Collection. View details	Realized $299
Lot 2261		1828 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Square base 2, small 8's large letters. AU-58. Evenly toned with gray gold hues over luster, we note the usual hairlines in the fields too. A decent strike from a later die state with several light reverse cracks present. Estimated Value $200 - 250. View details	Realized $311
Lot 2262		1829 Capped Bust Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Almost certainly the finest known of this scarce variety, the gem boasts steel gray toning over mint fresh luster in the fields. The surfaces are pristine, and show only the faintest signs of handling. Toned with sunset gold hues around the periphery, with greens intermixed. Satiny in texture and composition, this coin will dazzle the eye long after the price is paid to obtain it. NGC has graded 14 this high, with only 4 graded higher of the date. Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,060
Lot 2263		1834 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Large date, small letters. AU-50. Steel gray in color with traces of luster in the fields, but generally untoned. Sharply struck and we note the ever present hairlines from brief circulation or handling. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details	Realized $150
Lot 2264		1837 Capped Bust Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 Premium Quality. Creamy and bright white in color, without a trace of toning to be found. The fields and face on Liberty are exceptional for the grade, and we can locate only the faintest traces of hairlines from gentle handling. Fully struck by the new steam press at the Philadelphia Mint, with excellent details on the uppermost curls on Liberty and similar sharpness on the eagle's feathers and claws. Perfect for the type collector who needs something quite beautiful. When examined, not in particular the full "spin" or cartwheel luster that this coin boasts. Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2265		A small group of bust half dollars. This group includes the following: 1813 VG-8, 1827 VF-20, 1830 F-15, 1833 F-12 and 1837 F-15 cleaned. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $120 - 140. View details	Realized $196
Lot 2266		1839 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-62. This one is very well struck and preserved for the date, with plenty of luster in the fields beneath the steel gray toning with gold accents at the periphery. This is the first year of issue, and this coin is perhaps in the top 50 to 100 known of the date. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,438
Lot 2267		1841-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-63. Dark reddish gold toning on this one, with pretty blues added in at the edge. NGC has graded 7 this high, with just 4 higher, making it one of the better coins to come down to us from this date and mint. Well struck and a fairly early die state with a faint crack at the left wing tip of the eagle. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,250. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2268		1842 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Medium date. NGC graded MS-64. Gorgeous old toning on this one, with dark blue at the rims, fiery red and orange elsewhere with silvery gray predominating. Fairly well struck by the dies, with scattered handling marks in the fields. Scarce this nice. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,070
Lot 2269		1848-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. MS-60. Dark gold toning with lighter silver tones at the centers. Sharply struck by the dies, and a decent coin for the moderate grade. Estimated Value $350 - 450. View details	Realized $345
Lot 2270		1853 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows and rays. NGC graded MS-65. An extremely difficult type coin to locate in full gem grades, the arrows and rays combination was used for just a part of 1853. This particular example shows glowing sunset colors on both the obverse and reverse with a natural gray tone elsewhere. Sharply impressed by the dies, with full stars and details on Liberty. We note the reverse die shows clash marks both below and above the eagle's wings. NGC has graded only 16 this high, and 7 higher (all MS-66), while PCGS has graded only 14 this high and 3 higher. An impressive example of this important type coin for the specialist. Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2271		1854-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-66. Certainly one of the very finest of this scarce type coin to be graded, and with wondrous eye appeal from the sea green, blue and gold toning on both sides. Fully struck by the dies, and nearly perfect in every way. One tiny tick in the field near Liberty's knee will help trace this one, as will a couple of minor irregularities in the toning just under the date. PCGS has graded 11 this high with a single coin graded a notch higher, making this one of the very finest to survive of the with arrows type. Certain to be the centerpiece of a superb type or date collection. If you love lustrous, magnificently toned coins, then feast your eyes on this one. Estimated Value $9,000 - 11,000. From the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $11,788
Lot 2272		1854-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-64. An important type coin to find in mint state grades, this particular one boasts glowing luster and is completely white in color. We note only the faintest signs of handling, with minor ticks on the fields and a small nick on Liberty's cheek. Boldly struck by the dies, and a very nice coin for the grade. If you love blast white silver, then here is a perfect one for your collection. PCGS has graded 45 this high, and just 21 higher of the date. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2273		1854-O Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. MS-63. A beautiful untoned frosty mint specimen, about as fresh an example as you will see. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $661
Lot 2274		1855 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-65. Pryor Collection on holder. Exceptional quality for the date and type. Fiery luster in the fields which is enhanced by stunning deep blue and green toning at the periphery of both the obverse and reverse, the centers more gold to white in color. Fully struck save for the very last star, which shows central weakness only. This must be an early die state as we note a faint crack from stars five to seven, and hints of another at the top of UNIT. Clashed with outlines of the eagle's wings up from Liberty's right and left arm and the reverse too, with clash marks both above and below the wings. As to rarity, this is a good one, PCGS has graded 5 this high, with none higher, making this one of the very finest of the date. An opportunity for the astute numismatist. Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000. Ex: Stack's March 13-15, 1975: 467; Bowers & Merena, James Pryor Collection Sale, January 25, 1996: 148 with both flips included and from the Micheal Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $14,375
Lot 2275		1856 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65 Premium Quality. The Garrett/Pryor coin. First off, the mintage of 1856 proof half dollars is very low, perhaps 25 pieces were struck although mintages of proofs weren't recorded with the same precision as in later years. This particular one is not only a gem, but also has a fantastic pedigree. Further, it is toned with magnificent blue and gold toning on both sides, which greatly adds to the visual appeal. As noted in Breen's Proof Encyclopedia, the reverse die shows "top of first red stripe hollow" which may be a different reverse die from other known proofs, which this coin clearly shows. We also note some die lines below the 1 in the date. Proofs were struck from specially polished dies, which were first dipped in a light acid which etched the surfaces slightly (creating the "frost" on the devices), then the fields were polished to a mirror smoothness. Coins were then struck with the prepared new dies, and sold to collectors or dignitaries as requested. As to the number graded, NGC has graded 2 this high, with 1 graded higher (PF-66), and two others higher as PF-67 Cameo, and PCGS has only graded 1 example as high as PR-65. Hence, this is certainly one of the very finest known of this extremely rare coin. This particular one is identifiable by a tiny speck below her foot in the field right of the date, and is currently in NGC holder #348899-001. Estimated Value $12,500 - 15,000. Ex: B. Max Mehl, March 13, 1920, later from Bowers and Ruddy's Garrett Collection Sale, November 28-29, 1979, lot 344, and later from Bowers & Merena's sale of the James Bennett Pryor Collection, January 25, 1996: lot 152 and from the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $23,575
Lot 2276		1857 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. One of the very finest graded of this date! This particular one boasts lovely russet and blue toning on both sides, and very few ticks from handling. We note some minor weakness on the upper obverse, as struck, and further the reverse die shows strong clash marks from the obverse. As to the Population, NGC has graded 4 this high, with none higher, and PCGS hasn't graded any above MS-65! Hence, this is likely one of the very finest known of the date, and well worth a strong bid from a half dollar specialist. Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $7,015
Lot 2277		1861 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. AU-58. A well struck, lustrous example that boasts light gold toning on both sides. Estimated Value $200 - 250. View details	Realized $242
Lot 2278		1864 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Proof 63 or better. Irregular toning which ranges from blue, gold to green with some minor hairlines beneath. On the reverse, the toning is more intense, with darker blues in the fields and rose gold at the centers. A flashy and bright example for the date collector. Estimated Value $700 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $776
Lot 2279		1865 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. One of the finest graded of this date, PCGS has awarded only 11 coins of this date with the coveted "65" grade, and importantly, just 2 are graded higher. Satiny rose gold in color, with deeper hues at the periphery. Boldly struck and a no nonsense gem by any standards. This one is housed in the old small style PCGS holder. Estimated Value $3,000-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,038
Lot 2280		1869 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65 Premium Qualty. Deeply toned with superb dark blue, rose and gold highlights on both sides. Fully struck by the dies and well preserved. A scant 600 were struck in proof during 1869, of which PCGS has graded 9 as PR-65, and meager 4 higher, all PR-66. If you loved deeply toned gems, then take a look at this one. Identifiable by a small light spot on the lower portion of the rock on the obverse. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. From the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,910
Lot 2281		1869 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. Delicate blue and gold around the edge, and bright elsewhere. Minor hairlines and just a couple of tiny ticks from handling. One minute lint mark below the left side of the rock on the obverse, shaped like a question mark, will serve to identify. Estimated Value $600 - 800. From the Benson collection and purchased in a group of Proofs from 1859 to 1908 from James G. Macallister on October 17, 1944 for $200.00. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,150
Lot 2282		1873 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. No arrows, closed 3. PCGS graded Proof 65. A no nonsense gem that boasts deeply frosted devices and well mirrored fields. Delicate gold toning on both sides, the upper reverse has blue at the top. Pristine surfaces and no troubling handling marks or hairlines. Identifiable by a tiny speck nestled between the two lowest points of the first star. 600 pieces were coined, and few remain in superb condition. PCGS has graded 15 this high, with 9 graded higher. Estimated Value $2,250 - 2,750. From the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,760
Lot 2283		1874 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. Sharpness of MS-60 but the obverse shows fine ticks. The obverse was face down and this one spent a brief time in a street, so the devices show fine tick marks from this event. Pretty gold toning and still eye appealing, with ample luster. The reverse remains nice. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2284		1874-S Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded MS-65 Pryor Collection. Premium Quality. One of the finest known examples of this rare date, the strike is full save for the sixth through eighth stars which are slightly weak, and the surfaces are downright pristine. Note how the luster is satiny, and the color ranges from lilac and blue on the obverse to pale gold on the reverse. Identifiable by a tiny nick on Liberty's right arm, just above her elbow. An early die state without cracks or clashing. As a date, this has long been known as a rarity, especially in mint state grades, in full gem this is very high in the condition census for the date. PCGS has graded 2 this high, with just 1 graded higher! An exceptional coin for an advanced collection. Estimated Value $17,500-UP. Ex: Stack's Garrett Sale, March 13-15, 1975: 540; Bowers & Merena's James Pryor Sale, January 25, 1996: 223 and the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $23,000
Lot 2285		1877-CC Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 Premium Quality. A beautiful coin, the surfaces are very pleasing indeed, with great luster and no significant problems. A few tiny hairlines and scattered ticks, otherwise all is mint-fresh and original. One small area of raised toning between Liberty's head and cap on the star. Splashes of hazy color starting in the fields of both sides. A rare coin in this grade, and well worth a strong bid. Struck from a clashed reverse die, with outlines of Liberty around the eagle. Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,495
Lot 2286		1878 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Brilliant white luster throughout with no signs of toning. Sharply struck by the dies, with full radial lines on the stars, and similar on the eagle, the only weakness we could locate was on the arrow feathers. Stone white for the collector who likes his coins fresh and bright. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,668
Lot 2287		1879 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. MS-60+. Pretty and bright, with deep blue toning around the periphery and frosty white at the center. The reverse has more blue toning with an off center lighter gold area high on the reverse. Minor hairlines from a higher grade, but plenty of eye appeal otherwise. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $633
Lot 2288		1881 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. A gem that boasts gunmetal gray hues with blowing deep blue at the periphery, and golden highlights in the fields and on the devices. Excellent surfaces that show just the faintest hairlines and virtually no contact marks. A low mintage date, with 975 proofs struck. PCGS has graded 30 this high, and just 10 higher. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. From the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,955
Lot 2289		1889 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Resplendent toning here, with radiant blue at the periphery with the balance a deep reddish gold over the lustrous surfaces. Boldly struck on the devices, with each star sharp and complete, and similar details on the eagle's claws too. Both the obverse and reverse are toned evenly, although the center of the reverse is a bit lighter overall. Simply superb, and a gem by any standards. PCGS has graded a scant 7 this high, and importantly none are graded higher! Add to this, the original mintage of a paltry 12,000 coins, and you know that not many are around in top grades. If you want one of the very finest to exist, and love superbly toned coins, then take a look at this jewel. In PCGS holder #10009056. Estimated Value $2,500-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,105
Lot 2290		1891 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. Dark to medium gray in color, with vibrant hints of gold, blue and green when examined under a light. Excellent surfaces for the moderate grade, we note only a trace of hairlines and no other significant ticks from handling. Boldly struck and well preserved for the date and issue. Estimated Value $750 - 1,000. From the Michael Riordan collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,323
Lot 2291		1892 Barber Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 62 Premium Quality. Here is a gorgeously toned proof, that has a moderate grade because of faint slide lines on the face and neck of Liberty. Toned with deep blue and purple hues with lilac at the centers of both sides. Clearly worth a premium for the colorful toning, and in an old green insert PCGS holder. Estimated Value $500-UP. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $748
Lot 2292		1894 Barber Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. Medium to dark silvery gray in color, and toned on both sides with darker blue shades at the periphery. Finding these with such nice color is unusual, and the premium for toned coins has started to reflect their desirability. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,099
Lot 2293		1897 Barber Half Dollar. NGC graded Proof 67 Cameo. If you are a type collector, then here is perfect coin for you. Perhaps one in ten Proof Barber half dollars qualify as Cameo, with strong contrast between the frosted devices and mirror fields, and these tend to be the most beautiful examples when found in high grades, as seen here. NGC has graded only 5 this high as Cameos, with a single coin graded higher, there are also some Ultra Cameos, which are first strikes, and there are six graded as PR-67 or higher in UC by NGC. This particular coin has a light ring of gold around the periphery, and is generally untoned with glowing white frost on the devices and well mirrored fields surrounding. As pretty as one could hope for, and highly eye appealing. Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,830
Lot 2294		1903 Barber Half Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Struck in the all mirror finish as seen on 1902-03, with less contrast on between the fields and devices. This particular one is untoned, with exceptional surfaces throughout. Nary a hairline to be found, even under the scrutiny of a strong glass. PCGS notes in their Population Report that there are 15 graded this high, with 10 higher. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,140
Lot 2295		Withdrawn	Unsold
Lot 2296		1906 Barber Half Dollar. MS-63 or better. Speckled and irregular gold toning on both sides over luster. Clean surfaces and well struck. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $564
Lot 2297		1911 Barber Half Dollar. EF-45. Cleaned and retoned to a smoky gray color, but decent surfaces underneath. Estimated Value $80 - 100. View details	Realized $150

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