Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 28

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Indian Head Cents 1859-1877

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 839		1859 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-64. A well struck example of an issue that is known to come with varying degrees of sharpness of strike. Surfaces seem to radiate with a light frosty effect. Mark and spot free and desirable. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 2052) . Estimated Value $700 - 750. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $978
Lot 840		1860 Indian Head Cent. Rounded bust. NGC graded Proof 65. A rare gem with fully mirrored fields! Satiny luster rolls across pristine fields and spotless, frosty devices. Golden and olive hues accent the reflectivity and surfaces. Only 250 proofs were struck in 1860 from this hub style (Hub of 1860-1864) and Snow estimated that perhaps only 50 exist in all grades. Housed in an older NGC holder and very appealing. NGC population of 12 in PF-65, 7 in PF-66, 1 in PF-67 and a single PF-68 as finest. Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 841		1860 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A razor sharp gem specimen with brick red surfaces, crisp luster and semi-reflective fields. This example looks deceptively like a proof but close inspection reveals it to be a business strike. Deeper golden and reddish-brown toning is seen on both the obverse and reverse. Hub Style of 1860-1864 with the broad bust point. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder and very choice for the grade! PCGS population of 139 in MS-65, 30 in MS-66 and 7 in MS-67 as finest (PCGS # 2058) . Estimated Value $700 - 900. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,093
Lot 842		A Group Of Copper Nickel Indian Cents All PCGS Graded. Consists of the following: 1861 MS-64, 1862 MS-64, 1863 MS-64 and 1864 Copper Nickel MS-64. All are housed in old PCGS green label holders (PCGS # 2061) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 843		1863 Indian Head Cent. ICG graded Proof 65. We note a minute planchet indentation mark above the 4th feather; nevertheless, still qualifies as a gem. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 844		1863 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded MS-65 Mint Error, Rotated Reverse. The reverse die rotated approximately 25-30 degrees clockwise during the striking of this early Indian cent. The surfaces of this gem have the luster and coloration that is expected for a Copper-Nickel small cent. An issue that can come lacking detail due to worn dies, be reassured of the superior quality of this piece by its full detail on both obverse and reverse. Estimated Value $650 - 750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $604
Lot 845		1864 Indian Head Cent. Copper-nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65 PQ. Subtle radial luster over lightly filmy surfaces. The periphery displays warmer golden toning on both obverse and reverse. We note two tiny tick marks just below the curl left of ear. Light blue iridescence seen throughout. Mintage of only 370 pieces this year and rare in gem condition. PCGS population of 41 in PR-65, 9 in PR66 and 2 in PR-67 as finest (PCGS # 2265) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,875
Lot 846		1864 Indian Head Cent. Copper-nickel. PCGS graded Proof 64. Strongly prooflike fields boast rich, brick-red color and sharp, radial luster. A small off-color spot is on the lower chin where a tiny foreign piece of matter attached long ago. Surfaces sparkle with a combination of metal flow lines and satiny texture. There is one darker spot just underneath the I of AMERICA and another underneath the last feather. Only 370 proofs were struck of this date and type. PCGS population of 79 in PR-64, 41 in PR-65, 9 in PR-66 and 2 in PR-67 as finest. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 2265) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,495
Lot 847		A Group Of Indian Cents All PCGS Graded. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red & Brown. Consists of the following coins: 1864 Bronze MS-65 RB; 1865 MS-63 RB; 1867 MS-63 RB and 1888 MS-64 RB. All coins are in old PCGS green label holders and fresh. Lot of 4 coins (PCGS # 2077) . Estimated Value $750 - 800. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 848		1864 Indian Head Cent. Bronze, with "L". . Snow-3, 18/1864/1864. NGC graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Well struck with only the first two feathers displaying the slightest strike weakness. Clean surfaces with the only spot found below the ST of STATES. The date has been triple punched, diagnostic for this variety. A dramatic variety that Snow considered scarce! Definitely for the sophisticated Small Cent collector. Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,350. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,553
Lot 849		1864 Indian Head Cent. Bronze, with "L". PCGS graded MS-63 Red & Brown PQ. Mottled mint red and bronze hues. Small hints of olive iridescene spread throughout. Lustrous and enchanting. Enclosed with an Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Choice for the grade! (PCGS # 2080) . Estimated Value $400 - 440. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $518
Lot 850		1864 Indian Head Cent. Bronze, with "L". NGC graded AU-53 Brown and ANACS AU-50. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details	Realized $403
Lot 851		1866 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red. A fiery red gem with undisturbed reflectivity and rich coloration. Crisp, shimmering luster radiates around the obverse and reverse periphery. The devices, especially those on the reverse, have a frosty texture to them. Only 725 are reported to have been produced and survivors in correctly graded gem and Red condition are rare. This specimen can be identified by a small nick off the lower left portion of the upright of I in AMERICA. A choice and appealing gem free from any fly specks. PCGS population of 14 in PR-65RD with only 3 in PR-66RD as finest (PCGS # 2287) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 852		1866 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Correctly attributed red-brown surfaces with rolling luster and a satiny appearance. A few very tiny carbon flecks in random places. Arcing luster on the reverse, which appears to be a point finer than MS-65. A light die crack begins at top of A of STATES, continuing through to the border above E. Well struck and a very pleasing example. Estimated Value $750 - 850. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $920
Lot 853		1866 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Boldly struck and accompanied by an Eagle Eye Photo Seal (PCGS # 2086) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $518
Lot 854		Indian Head Cent. Consists of: 1866 EF-45, 1868 EF-45, 1869 AU-50. The grades seem appropriate. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details	Realized $690
Lot 855		1867 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. A well struck glittering proof specimen with lovely light reddish-violet color (PCGS # 2289) . Estimated Value $350 - 400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $460
Lot 856		1867 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Light red-brown surfaces are seen beneath light chocolate toning. Weakness only on the 3rd feather of the headdress. A choice example in a 1st generation holder. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $546
Lot 857		1868 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. A nearly flawless gem with soft, satiny surfaces still possessing original mint red color. Two small reflective "windows" are seen on the reverse below the feathered end of the arrow bundle and the tip of the stem. Liberty's device has a frosty sheen to it. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 2092) . Estimated Value $700 - 800. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,438
Lot 858		1868 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Deeply lustrous coppery-brown surfaces. A few tiny carbon flecks. Most likely gem in quality. Housed in an old NGC holder. Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $489
Lot 859		1871 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red Cameo. A completely reflective gem with brick red surfaces. Only a few random carbon flecks are found. A shallow lint mark is noted underneath the IT of UNITED. Smooth arcing luster covers the entire obverse and is offset by a frosted device of Liberty. A very scarce gem proof that has somehow managed to keep its immaculate red and cameo attributes. *PCGS population of 2 in PR-65RD Cameo* with a single PR-66RD Cameo finer**. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,105
Lot 860		1872 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded MS-65 Red & Brown. A key to the series and seldom encountered with eye appeal this fine. Technically impressive with full feather detail, rich luster and predominantly red surfaces. A lightly mottled appearance. A few light ticks on the cheek, expected for the softer state of copper. NGC population of 68 in this grade. Estimated Value $2,600 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,306
Lot 861		1873 Indian Head Cent. DDO. Closed 3. NGC graded MS-62 Brown FS-009. The king of Indian Cent varieties. This is the most sought after variety in the series. Doubling is evident on LIBERTY, the Indian's eye, nose, lips and the final "S" in STATES. A great opportunity to acquire a key rarity. NGC reports 3 in MS-63 and 7 in MS-64. Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,200. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 862		1873 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded VF-35 Brown FS-009. NGC reports 9 in this grade with 34 rated higher. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,250. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 863		1874 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Proof 66 Red & Brown. Appealing red brown obverse surfaces with the reverse shifting to a display of vivid violet and iridescent tones. Proof dies described by Snow as 1874/4, with the repunching visible below the horizontal bar of the 4 near the tip. Pleasing metal flow lines near the periphery and into the central portion of the fields. A small scratch down from the rim to the 2nd and 3rd feather tips. PCGS population of 5 in PR-66RB and a single PR-67RB finer (PCGS # 2310) . Estimated Value $700 - 800. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 864		1874 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Obverse surfaces are predominantly fiery red with touches of blue and violet. Fully struck, feather detail being sharp continuously through the headdress. The reverse surfaces are seem to be what determined the Red Brown designation. A fine crack exists from the border through the bottom of the date. Snow pointed out that this is the first year the straight large date style logotype was used (1874-1880). NGC population of 98 in MS-65RB with 22 in MS-66RB as finest. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $518
Lot 865		1877 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-63 Red & Brown. A popular "key date" from the Indian Cent series, this example possessing red-brown and bronze surfaces. A very faint film exists in the left field between the legend and the device of Liberty. Luster shifts across the surfaces in a manner more often seen on near-gem or gem examples. A patch of olive-green and golden iridescence is noted at the date. Well struck with nearly full feathers, a scarce condition. Richard Snow commented on the fact that most of the cents from 1871-1877 were supported by the recoinage of pre 1857 coppers, bronze cents and two cent pieces. By the time 1877 came around, the supply of copper had become quite low, resulting in the low mintage of the 1877 Indian cent, 852,500. A very scarce coin in this condition. PCGS population of 76 in MS-63RB (PCGS # 2128) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,105
Lot 866		1877 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded AU-53 Brown. Popular key date. Well struck, we note an old scratch in the field before Liberty's nose. Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 867		1877 Indian Head Cent. PCI graded Fine-15. Most of the letters in LIBERTY are present, but our grade would be VG-10. Estimated Value $650 - 750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $776
Lot 868		1877 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Fine-12. A popular coin in a popular grade. Pleasing chocolate brown and problem free. Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,093