Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 20

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

Patterns

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 571		1849 Pattern Gold Dollar. Silver (gold plated), plain edge. PCGS graded Proof 62. A round coin with a square central perforation. Interestingly, all pieces of this design type were hand-engraved by James Longacre and were not struck from dies. Well struck with a slight bend in the planchet and lightly toned. Only 4 specimens known with this being the finest graded. (PCGS # 11505) . Estimated Value $15,000 - 18,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $17,825
Lot 572		1850 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge, unperforated restrike. PCGS graded Proof 64. Natural pinkish and silver in color, only about a half dozen examples are known to exist in all grades, including two in uncirculated. Interestingly, the PCGS population reports a total of 4 graded, all Proof 64, undoubtedly a result of multiple submissions of this coin (PCGS # 11532) . Estimated Value $5,750 - 6,250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 573		1851 Pattern Cent. Copper, plain edge, unperforated restrike. Population of 3, none higher. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. The annular pattern without the central perforation. About 50% of the mint color remains. This example is tied with 2 others for finest known. (PCGS # 11555) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 574		1857 Pattern Quarter Dollar. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 1. PCGS graded Proof 62 Red & Brown. The obverse is the regular issue type of Liberty Seated design while the reverse has a plain field with the legend around. The only noticeable faults are some milling marks in the blank reverse field. Extremely rare as the population report confirms (PCGS # 11826) . Estimated Value $5,750 - 6,250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 575		1858 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. NGC graded Proof 64. This is a popular transitional pattern with design very similar to the adopted type in 1859. Collectors have long sought to extend their Indian Cent collections into 1858 with the addition of this coin. This example has mirrored fields and only a few light hairlines. There appears to be a coating of lacquer on the coin as well as a scattering of spots. Perhaps this coin would benefit from the use of a conservation service. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,898
Lot 576		1858 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. NGC graded Proof 65. A beautiful deep mirrored example of this popular pattern of the Indian obverse and an Oak wreath with a broad ornamental shield. There are numerous vertical die lines present. These are found on most all high grade examples and are not grade limiting because they are remnants of the polishing of the dies. There are a few horizontal hairlines present as well, which are not die polishing lines. Numerous collectors are attempting to assemble the pattern sets of 1858 cents. As such, these are getting harder to find. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 577		1858 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. PCGS graded Proof 61 Eagle Eye Photo Seal. This is a rare and desirable transitional pattern with the obverse similar to the adopted design of 1859 and the regular reverse of 1858 with high leaves. Most known Judd-213's feature the low leaves reverse, which is the low relief design used only in 1858 for regular issue cent as well as patterns. The high leaf reverse has the inner leaves at the C & T above the baseline of CENT. The coin exhibits light flyspecks and darker gray toning. The grade is almost moot for this issue - all known examples are in a low state of preservation (PCGS # 11897) . Here is an enumeration of known examples from Richard Snow's "Flying eagle and Attribution Guide, Volume 1 1856-1858" which covers the 1858 pattern cents quite extensively. 1) Pollock Plate coin. Bowers & Merena "Burke & Clemente" 5/94:1011 (as ANACS PR-62); The present example. 2) Stack's "Cincinnati" 6/77; Heritage "ANA" 7/98:5032; Dr. Tim Larson. 3) Bowers & Merena "Kosoff" 11/85:1032. Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,070
Lot 578		1859 Pattern Half Dollar. Silver, reeded edge. Population of only 3, 1 higher in Proof 64. PCGS graded Proof 62. The proposed coinage of Miss Liberty as designed by Anthony Paquet. Well struck with lightly hairlined fields and a mark across the head of Liberty. Light to medium mottled lilac toning obscures some of the mirror surface (PCGS # 12006) . Estimated Value $4,300 - 4,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,945
Lot 579		1862 Pattern Cent. Copper, plain edge. Total Population of only 2, this and 1 in MS-63. PCGS graded AU-58. Struck from the regular issue dies. Dark reddish-brown in color with no discernible marks visible. Only 2 or 3 known as the population reports confirm (PCGS # 60440) . Estimated Value $5,750 - 6,250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 580		1863 Pattern Cent. Bronze, plain edge. PCGS graded Proof 64 Brown. Wonderful iridescent, green, rose and blue toning. Regular dies of 1863, used to test the new "Bronze" metal that was being considered as a replacement for the problematic Copper-Nickel alloy used since 1856. Judd 299 comes in thick and thin versions -- unfortunately, the weight of this piece is not expressed on the holder (however, this looks to be the thin version which would match the weight of the 1864 and later Bronze Cents) (PCGS # 60454) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,750. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,680
Lot 581		1863 Pattern Two Cents. Bronze, plain edge. NGC graded Proof 64 Brown. Rich mahogany red colors, with much faded mint color still present. Popular Washington Head obverse combined with a 2 Cents prototype reverse. Neither die was accepted for use on regular issue coins. Pollock mentions thick and thin planchet variants of this Judd number -- unfortunately, we do not have a weight for this piece nor can we obtain one without destroying the case. The Two Cent denomination was a pet project of Mint Director James Pollock; he favored the "shield and arrows" type over the Washington head type, which explains why this design was never used. Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 582		1863 Pattern Two Cents. Bronze, plain edge. PCGS graded Proof 62 Brown. Obv: Head of Washington, with "GOD AND OUR COUNTRY" above and the date "1863" below. Reverse:: Wreath of grains and legends surrounded by "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and with "2 Cents" at center. Deep brown, with lots of faded mint red still present. The idea for a Two Cent piece first arose in 1836, when a small pattern piece was made. However, the idea died quickly, was never adopted, and no interest in the denomination developed until 1863, when James Pollock expressed the belief that "This piece would be a great public convenience." Two patterns were proposed -- the Washington head design and the "Shield and Arrows" design. The latter was preferred by Pollock and was eventually adopted in 1864 (PCGS # 60460) . Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 583		1863 Pattern Half Dime. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 2, none higher. It is quite possible the same coin was submitted twice. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red. Struck from the regular dies used to coin the half dimes of this year. A well struck flashy example with deepening fiery mint red color. We note some flyspecks scattered about the obverse, probably the result of an old thumb print. Estimated Value $5,750 - 6,250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,613
Lot 584		1863 Pattern Half Dime. Aluminum, plain edge. Population of only 2, this and one a point higher. NGC graded Proof 64. Struck from the regular dies used to coin the half dimes of this year. A choice example with semi-reflective surfaces on both sides. Estimated Value $7,200 - 7,800. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $8,338
Lot 585		1863 Pattern Half Dollar. Silver, reeded edge. NGC graded Proof 62. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,160
Lot 586		1864 Pattern Two Cents. Copper, plain edge. Population of only 1, thus the finest graded by PCGS. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red. Struck from the dies used to coin the regular issue three-cent pieces. Here is a beautiful spot-free gem with slighty faded fiery mint color. Estimated Value $7,200 - 7,800. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $11,500
Lot 587		1865 Pattern Three Cents. Copper, plain edge. Population of only 1. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Struck from the regular dies used for the silver three-cent pieces of this year. Here is a stunning example exhibiting vivid hues of violet and deep blue blending together. Less than a half dozen examples known. This is the only "RB" example graded by PCGS. Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,925
Lot 588		1865 Pattern Half Eagle. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 1. NGC graded Proof 66 Brown. The regular obverse die muled with the reverse die adopted in 1866 with the Motto added. A stunning pattern half eagle with surfaces that are outstanding, resplendent beyond description, and the colors include iridescent hues of dark violet blue and green. Here is the Finest specimen graded by either service. Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 589		1866 Pattern Five Cents. Nickel, plain edge. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Dramatic Proof brilliance and spot-free, near-perfect surfaces. This important transitional pattern marries the regular die of 1866 with the regular "No Rays" reverse of 1867! Considering the problems associated with the striking of the regular issue 1866 and 1867 "With Rays" Nickels, we wonder if this wasn't struck until 1867 or later. It sure would have made the coiner's lives easier had it been adopted instead! (PCGS # 60703) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,600
Lot 590		1867 Pattern Dime. Copper, reeded edge. NGC graded Proof 65 Red & Brown. Flashy, with glittering, coppery-red surfaces and highlights of blue iridescence to add to the eye appeal. Struck from the same dies used to create regular Proof Silver Dimes of this year (see Greer 101, "Repunched Date" where he wonders if this is a Proof-only variety). Probably less than a dozen exist -- in all grades, PCGS has graded four, NGC has graded four, Pollock reported three (with a possible fourth) and there is bound to be a lot of duplication among those reported. NGC has graded only 2 in this grade, and none finer. Estimated Value $5,300 - 5,800. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 591		1868 Pattern Cent. Nickel, plain edge. Population of 6 with only 1 higher by a point. NGC graded Proof 66. A gem example of this pattern issue with bright unmarked fields giving excellent contrast to the raised frosted devices. Estimated Value $3,300 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 592		1868 Pattern Cent. Copper, plain edge. Population of only 2, with 2 higher, the best being Proof 65 RB. PCGS graded Proof 63 Red & Brown. A very attractive piece with lovely natural green and rose color iridescent toning. We note one dark spot on the reverse next to the numeral 1. Estimated Value $3,850 - 4,250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,600
Lot 593		1868 Pattern Dime. Aluminum, plain edge. Population of only 2 with none higher. PCGS graded Proof 64. Proposed as a circulating issue in exchange for fractional currency. We note some dark toning spots sprinkled about both sides (PCGS # 60864) . Estimated Value $5,700 - 6,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 594		1869 Pattern Dime. Copper, plain edge. Population of 1, 1 higher in Proof 64 Brown and 1 in Proof 64 Red Brown. PCGS graded Proof 63 Brown. The so-called "Standard Silver" design. This interesting example actually resembles a silver coin in appearance! The obverse is steel-blue with some spotting around the edges while the reverse more resembles a copper coin with green and reddish iridescence (PCGS # 60924) . Estimated Value $3,800 - 4,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,370
Lot 595		1869 Pattern Dime. Aluminum, reeded edge. One of the "Standard Silver" Patterns, here in a definite, off-metal version. Bright, Prooflike surfaces with just a thin layer of toning, perhaps a micron or two thick. High wire rims appear around parts of both sides -- two "teeth" have been bent over at 2:00 on the obverse. A neat lamination "flap" is ready to be pulled up at AMERICA (but, please don't) and a lamination streak runs diagonally across the top of the reverse. Apparently, aluminum did not turn out to be the dream metal that officials hoped it would be -- it was prone to laminations and it was quick to oxidize. Hence, American has never had a regular issue coin made of aluminum, despite the many patterns made of the metal. Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 596		1869 Pattern Dime. Copper, reeded edge. NGC graded Proof 66 Brown. Olive toned on the obverse, while the reverse is mostly chocolate brown with some hints of blue iridescence. This unusual pattern combines an undated Seated Liberty obverse with a reverse indicating the ingredients in a new, experimental alloy (90% silver and 1% nickel). That this piece was struck in copper indicates that it was probably made as an "off-metal" piece for collectors, since the whole purpose of this experiment was not to test copper (a metal with which the Mint already had decades of experience), but to test the unusual, new alloy. Probably fewer than a dozen exist. PCGS and NGC combined have graded only four examples of this variety, this being the second best certified example (after the Eliasberg NGC graded Proof-66 Red Brown). Estimated Value $6,700 - 7,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $7,763
Lot 597		1869 Pattern Quarter Dollar. Aluminum, reeded edge. Population of only 2 with 2 higher, both by a point. PCGS graded Proof 64. Struck from the proposed Standard Silver issue dies. A very choice, spot-free example and shimmering with bright mirror surfaces. The faint striations seen under magnification where present during striking (PCGS # 60958) . Estimated Value $6,200 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $7,188
Lot 598		1869 Pattern Quarter Dollar. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 2 with none higher. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Struck from the regular dies used to coin the Seated Liberty quarters of this year. Vivid turquoise toning covers the surfaces on both sides. Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 599		1869 Pattern Half Dollar. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 2 with 1 higher by a point. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Struck from the regular issue Seated Liberty half dollar dies of the year. A very choice example exhibiting fading sunset red toning mellowing at the borders. Estimated Value $5,750 - 6,250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,613
Lot 600		1870 Pattern Half Dime. Silver, plain edge. Population of 1 with 3 higher, the best Proof 64. PCGS graded Proof 62 Premium Quality. William Barber's proposed Standard design with Liberty seated to left. Well struck and creamy in appearance. The watery proof surfaces exhibit only the faintest of light hairlines, most of which were probably present during striking, thus our "PQ" designation (PCGS # 61054) . Estimated Value $5,700 - 6,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 601		1870 Pattern Dime. Silver, plain edge. NGC graded Proof 66. Nicely toned in burnt-gold and steel iridescence at the peripheries. Part of the extensive series of "Standard Silver" Patterns, here in the version without the star at the tip of Liberty's coronet. Extremely rare - only four examples have been certified so far by PCGS and NGC combined, this one tied with the Eliasberg example as finest certified. Estimated Value $4,800 - 5,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,463
Lot 602		1870 Pattern Dime. Copper, plain edge. Population of 2, possibly the same coin resubmitted. The total number of coins graded by this service is only 3. PCGS graded Proof 63 Red & Brown. Struck from the proposed Standard Silver issue dies. Lilac and fading mint red color with some flyspecks noted on the obverse. Estimated Value $5,250 - 5,750. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 603		1870 Pattern Quarter Dollar. Copper, reeded edge. NGC graded Proof 64 Brown. Part of the series of "Standard Silver" patterns. Lovely sea-green and rose toning on both sides. Minor spotting on both sides. Not as common as one might think -- NGC has graded only three examples of Judd-902, all tied at the Proof-64 Brown level and PCGS has graded only 4, the finest being 2 at the Proof-64 level. It seems the silver versions of this pattern are considerably less rare in comparison! Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 604		1870 Pattern Half Dollar. Silver, plain edge. Population of only 2, 1 higher by a point. PCGS graded Proof 65. Struck from the proposed Standard Silver issue dies. A magnificent specimen exhibiting exquisite electric blue and medium lilac toning on the obverse, with the reverse a blending of pale lilac and gold (PCGS # 61204) . Estimated Value $4,800 - 5,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 605		1871 Pattern Half Dime. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 1 with 1 higher in Proof 66 RB. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Struck from the regular issue half dime dies used for this year. An exquisite little jewel exhibiting vivid hues of green, turquoise and golden iridescent toning. A few scattered fly-specks are sprinkled about, none of which are too serious, and overall a coin worthy of a premium bid. Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $9,775
Lot 606		1871 Pattern Quarter Dollar. Silver, reeded edge. Population of only 1 with 1 higher, in Proof 66. PCGS graded Proof 60. Struck from James Longacre's "Indian Princess" design. This is definitely the Farouk specimen as evidenced by the"lacquer" on the surface that he applied to all of his coin in order to keep them from discoloring in Egypt. We also note an area of copper discoloration on the obverse (PCGS # 61358) . Estimated Value $4,800 - 5,200. King Farouk; Sotheby's 1954 "Palace Collection" lot 1879 "EF". View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 607		1875 Pattern Three Dollars. Aluminum, reeded edge. Proof 60. According to Pollock, this was struck from the dies used on regular 1875 Three Dollar gold pieces. But -- wait -- the only "regular" coins of this year were the 20 golden Proofs (plus a few restrikes).none were made for circulation in this year. This appears to have been struck from the dies used to make Originals, which would place its date of manufacture in 1875 -- a good thing. This piece is attractive enough, but the surfaces show some faint, micro-porosity and some scattered lamination streaks. The reverse has a faint golden cast, inviting the possibility that this may have been gilt at one time to mimic the extremely rare and desirable Gold Proofs! A great item for the Pattern specialist, extra valuable because of its tie-in to another extreme rarity. Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 608		1878 Pattern Half Eagle. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 1. NGC graded Proof 65 Red & Brown. Boldly struck and free from noticeable hairlines or other distracting marks, just a few scattered fly-specks away from perfection. Fiery red iridescence from faded mint color gives this its "RB" designation. This is the finest graded by NGC The flowing hair design on Liberty closely resembles Barber's $4.00 stellas of 1879 and 1880. A very interesting proposed pattern as the diameter is considerably larger than that of the regular-issue $5.00 gold pieces! Estimated Value $8,000 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 609		1878 Pattern Half Eagle. Copper, reeded edge. NGC graded Proof 66 Red. A well struck gem example of this beautiful design with the eagle displaying huge oversize wings. Fiery mint red luster on both sides. This beauty is certainly a candidate for Finest Known as NGC has only graded this single specimen. Estimated Value $14,000 - 16,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $16,675
Lot 610		1880 Pattern Goloid Metric Dollar. Copper, reeded edge. Population of only 1. NGC graded Proof 66 Red. This Goloid Metric Dollar is one of the few patterns to express the denomination in two different ways. Besides its obvious rarity, this is a gem proof example that has wonderful eye appeal. This beauty is ablaze with fiery mint red color with a minimum of fly specks present. Definitely a candidate for finest know. NGC has graded but one example. Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $9,775
Lot 611		1881 Pattern Three Cents. Aluminum, plain edge. Population of only 1, this and 1 higher by a point. NGC graded Proof 65. An interesting pattern with the head of Liberty being quite similar to that featured on the Liberty Head nickels first coined in 1883. A flashy gem specimen with excellent cameo contrast. Only 2 examples have been graded by this service. Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $9,200