Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 20

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Silver Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 612		1795 Flowing Hair Dollar. 2 leaves beneath each wing. PCGS graded AU-50. Struck on a broad, full planchet with a complete complement of denticles encircling both sides. The strike is nice and even, from dies that were in perfect parallel alignment. Soft traces of luster can still be seen around many of the design elements, particularly on the reverse. The color is an original, light, silver-gray, with traces of golden-brown toning on the obverse. Any wear is light and appears as softening of the color on the high points. The only flaw worth mentioning is a small dig in the right obverse field, just in front of and below Liberty's chin (PCGS # 6853) . Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $10,638
Lot 613		1795 Flowing Hair Dollar. 2 leaves beneath each wing. NGC graded AU-55. A very pleasing and impressive example of the second year of American Silver Dollar production. Never cleaned, this piece features original, silver-gray colors with golden-brown toning surrounding most of the devices on the obverse. The reverse is a little softer in appearance, not as heavily toned around the devices and with a slightly brighter appearance. The only flaw worthy of note is a tiny rim ding at 5:30 on the reverse. A beautiful, well-balanced piece and a great coin for the type or date specialist. Estimated Value $10,000 - 13,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $11,500
Lot 614		1797 Draped Bust Dollar. 10 stars left, 6 right. NGC graded EF-40. A trifle softly struck up in the centers with some heavy adjustment marks running horizontally across the obverse. A decent, fully original piece exhibiting light grayish-violet toning. Popular "Red Book" variety. Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,463
Lot 615		1799 Draped Bust Dollar. NGC graded AU-55. BB-160, R-3. Nicely struck in all areas, with no signs of weakness on the hair, eagle, shields, stars or denticles. Choice luster beneath original, lilac-gray toning. Small, ancient cut on Liberty's cheek. A wonderful, high grade example of our last 18th century silver dollar. Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 616		1799 Draped Bust Dollar. AU-50. A decent strike by the dies and the surfaces are exceptional, no distracting marks, bumps or ajustments marks to be found. The surfaces still retain traces of mint luster and all is overlaid with attractive mottled sunset toning. Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 617		1799 Draped Bust Dollar. PCGS graded EF-45. Bolender 9, R-1. Toned in rich, smoky-gray and steel-blue colors, with plenty of original luster and well-struck details beneath the toning. This variety is easily recognized by the dies flaws in the obverse field coming down from the I of LIBERTY and the "apostrophe" after the last S of STATES. The original appearance of this piece should add to its value (PCGS # 6878) . Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,485
Lot 618		1799 Draped Bust Dollar. PCGS graded EF-45. Bolender 7, BB-156. Nice, even toning, with some luster still evident. Original, lilac gray toning. Well struck for the grade (PCGS # 6878) . Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,025
Lot 619		1799 Draped Bust Dollar. Sharpness of Very Fine. Counterstamped "C. POLK" on the obverse and holed at 12:00 for suspension. Apart from these minor inconveniences, the coin is very attractive because of the original, mottled charcoal and silver-gray toning. Estimated Value $200 - 250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $840
Lot 620		1800 Draped Bust Dollar. NGC graded AU-50. Choice for the grade and completely free of problems, including nicks, dings, scratches, and obvious marks. Lovely lilac-gray toning with ample traces of underlying luster. Early bust dollars in such pristine condition are a real prize nowadays. This is one of Bolender's "Close Date" varieties, this die easily identified buy the small die chip that appears as a raised dot just to the left of the highest hair curl. Similarly, the reverse has some die chipping by the final S of STATES. Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,600
Lot 621		1836 Gobrecht Dollar. SEGS graded MS-61. Although in a SEGS holder and marked "Name Below Base" this is clearly a mistake as the designer's name is at the base of the device rather than in the exergue. One of the 1,000 struck for circulation as the new style for all silver coinage. A well struck example with no serious marks worthy of note, the rims are nice and clean. The obverse is a medium bluish-grey while the reverse exhibits speckled hues of grey. Always in demand for the type set The obverse soon was modified to add stars, removing them from the reverse, and the eagle tired of flying so it was depicted perched on an unseen rock holding the olive branch of peace in its right claw, and the readiness of arrows for war in its left claw. This important pattern issue is far more graceful than the design as modified, the medallic appearance of Liberty alone with a small date beneath gives her a regal appearance, while the flying eagle possesses a majesty not seen when depicted sitting on a rock, or loaded down with branches and weaponry. Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 622		1843 Liberty Seated Dollar. AU-50. Slightly reflective surfaces. Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $780
Lot 623		1854 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65. An impressive example of this scarce date Dollar, one of an estimated 50 Proofs struck for the year. At the Proof-65 level, this piece stands alone as the single finest example graded by PCGS, making it one of the top three examples known of the date (this coin, an NGC Proof-65, and Phil Kaufman's NGC Proof-66). This one has been atop the PCGS chart for several years, as evidenced by the older style, green label. This makes it a good candidate for a Cameo designation, as both sides appear to have enough frosting to "make the grade." Toned in golden-brown iridescence on the obverse. The reverse is pure white and dazzling. A great coin for advanced collector of this challenging series (PCGS # 6997) . Estimated Value $30,000 - 35,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $37,950
Lot 624		1855 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. One of an estimated 50 Proofs struck of this date. Nicely toned in lilac-gray, with scattered flecks of burnt-gold color and highlights of golden iridiescence for added attraction. Housed in an old style, green label PCGS holder. PCGS reports 7 in this grade with 2 higher. Mintages for Proof coins prior to 1858 are very low because the general public had no idea that such coins were even available -- only a small coterie of well-connected dealers and collectors were aware that they could apply to the Mint and, for a small premium over the face value of the coins, obtain Proof versions. Eventually, the Mint caught on and realized that they had a real potential for profits in their Proof Coin Department, a potential realized when they "went public" in 1858 (PCGS # 6998) . Estimated Value $17,000 - 20,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $19,550
Lot 625		1857 Liberty Seated Dollar. Population of only 1 with 3 higher, all Proof 66 Cameo. NGC graded Proof 64 Cameo. A stunning choice brilliant proof specimen. Probably among those struck in January when the dies were fresh, as this example is boldly defined throughout. The mirror fields are watery with the raised portions frosty giving this beauty its Cameo designation. The few faint hairlines and imperfections present where probably there during striking; the delicate light golden toning further adds to its appeal. Estimated Value $15,000 - 17,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 626		1861 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66. Perfectly toned in a wondrous blend of blue and lilac colors, with some mottling near the centers that remind us of a clear, star-filled summer night. This is the only Proof-66 graded by PCGS. They've graded one finer at the PR-67 level, but it would take a lot of convincing to make us believe that any coin could be as visually attractive as this piece. Housed in an old style, green label PCGS holder, offering the tantalizing possibility of an upgrade. A definite treat for the connoisseur of toned coins. Front cover coin (PCGS # 7004) . Estimated Value $15,000 - 20,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $24,150
Lot 627		1863 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65. A boldly struck gem with full hair detail on Liberty. This splendid example exhibits beautiful antique lilac and electric blue toning on both sides. Certainly among the most beautiful survivors from a mintage of only 460 proofs made. This prize should be viewed in person or at a minimum see our color plates. Estimated Value $14,000 - 16,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 628		1864 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded Proof 64. A glittering example of this rare, Civil War dated Proof Dollar, here with speckled honey-gold and steel-blue iridescence scattered about. Light cameos, possibly worth a resubmission. One of only 470 Proof struck in 1864 and near the top of the condition ladder. NGC reports only 37 in this grade and only 20 finer. Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 629		1870-CC Liberty Seated Dollar. MS-60. Obverse 2, Reverse 5. A trifle soft on the head and the upper right stars. The fields are nice and reflective and exhibit light hairlines, probably the result of an old cleaning; now starting to tone. We note a couple of scratches near star one. The first Carson City silver dollar and seldom offered in such high grade. Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 630		1871 Liberty Seated Dollar. MS-60 +. A first strike example shimmering with proof-like surfaces. Totally brilliant, the fields exhibit light handling marks, none of which are too serious. Overall, a very pleasing business strike that would fit nicely into a high grade type set. Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,265
Lot 631		1875 Trade Dollar. Population reports 49 in this grade with 17 higher. NGC graded Proof 64. Lovely vivid rainbow toning graces a quadrant of the obverse while the reverse is completely toned. We note a tiny white spot in the left obverse field, a result of some small piece of debris being present during striking. Only 700 proofs struck. Estimated Value $3,250 - 3,750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,565
Lot 632		1875 Trade Dollar. Proof 64 Cameo. A cloud of light film rests across the obverse surfaces. We note some faint marks in the unprotected fields, most of which were present during striking. A choice proof example of which only 700 were struck. Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,955
Lot 633		1880 Trade Dollar. NGC graded Proof 68 Cameo. A Proof-only date, here in a glittering, snow white version. Moderate cameos, bright, reflective fields. Immaculate surfaces approaching perfection. None have been graded finer by NGC and this piece is tied with 4 others at this level. One for the perfectionist. Estimated Value $30,000 - 35,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 634		1880 Trade Dollar. SEGS graded Proof 63. A glittering, totally white brilliant proof specimen with far fewer hairlines than one might expect for this numerical grade. Definately, a choice example of this proof-only year. Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 635		1881 Trade Dollar. NGC graded Proof 66 Ultra Cameo. A dazzling example of this rare, Proof-only date, here in a nearly pure white version. Impeccable surfaces and wonderful eye appeal. NGC reports only 1 example in this grade and only 1 finer. Thus, the chances of upgrading this piece are extremely low and the cost would be extremely high in relation. "Ultra" refers to the extreme contrast between the devices and the fields, but it really means "ultimate" in terms of rarity and desirability. Ultra Cameos were the first coins struck from fresh dies. As more and more coins were struck, the frosting wore off by the polishing effect of the metal of the planchets squeezing against the metal of the dies. If enough coins were struck, the dies would eventually become completely brilliant, or nearly so. Thus, Ultra Cameo Proofs, by their very nature, are extremely rare. Estimated Value $15,000 - 17,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $20,413
Lot 636		1882 Trade Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65 Deep Cameo. A rare, Proof-only date with an entire mintage consisting of a mere 1,097 coins. This is one of the finest survivors -- PCGS reports 3 in this grade and only 1 finer. This example is pure white, without a trace of color on either side, allowing the full effect of the cameo contrast to be viewed and enjoyed. The surfaces are completely mark-free. Powerful eye appeal for the power collector. No circulation strikes were made of the 1879-1883 Trade Dollars because the Trade Dollar was supplanted by the Morgan Dollar beginning in 1878. Nevertheless, Proofs of those years were included in annual Proof Sets, or offered for sale individually. The 1884 may have been a legitimate Proof date (die books of the period indicate that dies were made for 1884 Trade Dollars); the 1885 is believed to be a clandestine (but highly desired) issue. Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $11,788