Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 28

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Nickels

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1006		1871 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 64 PQ. A brilliant near-gem chrome proof. Delicate metal flow lines and radial luster accentuate this beauty. Quite rare in the superb gem category. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 3825) . Estimated Value $325 - 375. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $978
Lot 1007		1872 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65 PQ. Fully reflective and free from spots. Thick luster radiates over sparkling metal flow lines. A very choice gem proof that is close to "Cameo" in appearance. In an old PGCS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 3826) . Estimated Value $625 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,150
Lot 1008		1872 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 64 PQ. A boldly struck example with semi reflective surfaces which are lightly toned. Accompanied by an old green PCGS PR-64 tag double confirming the assigned grade. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $403
Lot 1009		1873 Shield Nickel. Closed 3. PCGS graded Proof 65. Intensely reflective and frosty. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 3827) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1010		1874 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65 PQ. Beautiful olive and champagne toning on the obverse. Soft lavender hues on the reverse. Fully lustrous and choice for the grade. A small planchet depression is left of C of CENT. Light repunching is seen on MERICA. Gem proof type with this much eye appeal is much scarcer than the price sheets suggest. Housed in an old NGC holder. Estimated Value $800 - 850. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $776
Lot 1011		1878 Shield Nickel. . Breen-2509. PCGS graded Proof 66. A lovely gem proof example in an earlier die state, the shaft of the 7 still visible in the lower loop of the last 8 in date. Beautiful lavender frost on the devices contrasts with the strongly mirrored fields in a near-cameo state. Identified by a small curved lint mark attached inner loop of 5. A small spot of verdigris is noted at 12:00 on the obverse. A proof-only date with mintage of only 2,350 coins (PCGS # 3832) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,185
Lot 1012		1878 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65 PQ. Sharply reflective surfaces with frosty devices, close to Cameo in definition! Only the faintest spots are found in the vertical stripes of the shield. Conservatively graded in this old NGC holder. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,553
Lot 1013		1879 Shield Nickel. 9 over 8. PCGS graded Proof 67 Cameo. The only overdate proof known from this series of nickels in a cameo gem condition that has never been surpassed by a single other example at PCGS. Frosty and lustrous surfaces are free from any interruptions. The horizontal and vertical lines of the shield are fully struck up and display no ticks. Identified by a lintmark just left of the date. Tied for Finest Known with 8 others in Cameo at PCGS (PCGS # 83834) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 1014		1879 Shield Nickel. 9 over 8. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. A boldly impressed superb gem with champagne highlights. Thickly lustrous and possessing original mint frost on the obverse device. The overdate is clear, most remnants of the preexisting 8 seen in the upper loop of the 9. Identified by a small lint mark that comes off the D of GOD and connects to the middle of the left upright of W. Wonderful eye appeal and very scarce to rare! PCGS population of 21 in PR66 Cam with only 9 in PR-67 Cameo as finest (PCGS # 83834) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,323
Lot 1015		1879 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Well struck with slight reflectivity. Only a few scattered spots. Light golden patina. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 3833) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $661
Lot 1016		1880 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65. Razor sharp with a deep golden patina. Strong reflectivity to the surfaces. Housed in an old NGC holder and choice. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $633
Lot 1017		1881 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65. Housed in an old NGC holder. A heavily lustrous and intensely frosty gem. Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $529
Lot 1018		1882 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. An original and frosty example with a golden shadow to it. The horizontal bars of the shield have been spared any hits. Seemingly choice for the grade and housed in an old PCGS green label holder. PCGS population of 207 in PR-66, 39 in PR-67 and a single PR-68 as finest. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $719
Lot 1019		1883 Liberty Nickel. Without "CENTS". PCGS graded MS-63 and 1906 PCGS graded MS65. A light film rests on the surfaces of the 1883 and could be removed with beneficial results. The 1906 is just a brilliant, blazing gem! Both are housed in old PCGS green label, fat letter holders (PCGS # 3841) . Estimated Value $550 - 600. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details Check results on similar lots	Realized $805
Lot 1020		1883 Liberty Nickel. With "CENTS". PCGS graded Proof 65. It is always a pleasure to come across a coin like this while cataloguing. While not excessively expensive or rare by any means, the beauty and preservation this piece displays is much more uncommon and valuable than current market values would lead one to believe. Fully reflective fields have enchanting lavender hues evenly over the entire obverse and reverse. Fully lustrous and free from any spots or marks. Extremely pleasing and a real gem! (PCGS # 3881) . Estimated Value $350 - 400. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $518
Lot 1021		1884 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. A light film gives the surfaces an initial milky look but quickly shifts to a delicate patina when the coin is tilted. Housed in an old PCGS green holder (PCGS # 3882) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $437
Lot 1022		1885 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Always in demand as this is the key date to the series. A lovely gem example exhibiting light violet toning. Pop of 94 with 16 in PR-67 and 1 in PR-68. In an old green holder (PCGS # 3883) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 1023		1885 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lustrous, pewter surfaces have sky blue iridescence in the obverse periphery. Aside from some scattered minor flyspecks, the technical quality of this piece is choice for the grade. Satiny luster rolls across Liberty's cheek and all surfaces. An original gem proof with a high level of eye appeal (PCGS # 3883) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,294
Lot 1024		1891 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Delicate champagne and steel blue hues over lustrous fields. A well struck example with ample reflectivity on both obverse and reverse. *PCGS population of 13 with none finer and consequently tied for finest known* at PCGS. (PCGS # 3889)** . Estimated Value $600 - 700. Ex-Groman. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $863
Lot 1025		1900 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 67. Unbelievable quality and eye appeal for this turn-of-the-century nickel. Full luster radiates across the entire obverse and reverse surfaces and shimmering metal flow lines exist near the periphery. This is a fantastic candidate for the most quality conscious collector. PCGS population of 13 in PR-67 and a single PR-68 as finest (PCGS # 3898) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,500. Ex-Groman. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,725
Lot 1026		1902 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66 PQ. Brilliant and shimmering surfaces are untouched aside from a stray hairline scratch here and there. A light film on the surfaces casts a golden glow to this gem proof. PCGS population of 51 with only 10 in Proof 67 as finest (PCGS # 3900) . Estimated Value $600 - 700. Ex-Groman. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $863
Lot 1027		1907 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Deeply reflective and radiant fields with light lavender and champagne toning. A superb gem with a mark free obverse and only the faintest of hairlines on the reverse. A single, small lint mark is found within the V. Mintage of only 1,475 proofs this year. PCGS population of 28 in PR66 with 6 in PR67 as finest (PCGS # 3905) . Estimated Value $550 - 650. Ex-Groman. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834
Lot 1028		1909 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo PQ. A brilliant spot-free gem with a splash of natural light russet toning on each side. Pop of only 39 with 8 rated better by a point (PCGS # 83907) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,323
Lot 1029		1909 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Soft champagne undertones graced with lavender highlights. Fields have retained a large portion of their reflectivity. A common date in an uncommon proof condition with regards to eye appeal. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 3907) . Estimated Value $550 - 600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834
Lot 1030		1911 Liberty Nickel. NGC graded Proof 66 PQ. Viewing the spectacular and pristine nature of this coin should remind us all that at times rare coins do become art and no Greysheet, Bluesheet or Trends is going to dictate what someone will pay for a true piece of art. The delicate toning seen on this gem proof is 100% original and did not happen overnight. The vibrant rings of concentric rainbow toning are awesome. Calling this coin "PQ" is like saying Chris Rock is "funny". Every detail of this beauty is razor sharp, frosty and untouched. Unbelievable! Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,565
Lot 1031		1913 Buffalo Nickel. Type 1. NGC graded MS-67. Boldly struck and absolutely superb. Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,035
Lot 1032		1913 Buffalo Nickel. Type 1. NGC graded All MS-65. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details	Realized $633
Lot 1033		1914 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Well struck with lovely pastel toning on both sides. PCGS reports 105 in this high grade. In an old green holder (PCGS # 3991) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,070
Lot 1034		1915 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. A well struck pristine gem, absolutely spotless with a hint of tone. Pop of 109 with 48 in PR-67 and 1 in PR-68. In an old green holder (PCGS # 3992) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 1035		1919 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Superb gem luster and eye appeal with a minor amount of strike weakness, most notable at the date. Lovely toning, heaviest on the reverse where it is a rich golden color (PCGS # 3941) . Estimated Value $390 - 420. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 1036		1920-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Nice original toning displays itself as hues of peach, steel-blue and mint green. A touch of strike weakness is noted above the braid, a common characteristic on this issue. Scattered flyspecks are seen across the obverse and reverse. Abrasions are minimal and the luster exceeds what many would expect to find for a 1920-D in this grade. Choice eye appeal! (PCGS # 3945) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 1037		1920-D Buffalo Nickel. MS-64. Well struck and lightly toned. Removed from an NGC MS-64 slab and includes the tag. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1038		1924-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck with the hair above the braid a touch bolder than usual. Even pewter coloration with a soft patina. The horn is full and the luster rolling across the mid-section is crisp and unbroken. A nice original Buffalo in near-gem condition (PCGS # 3952) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,064
Lot 1039		1925 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. A relatively common Buffalo nickel with uncommon light rainbow toning and pristine surface preservation. Well struck with flowing satiny luster. A true gem example (PCGS # 3954) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $633
Lot 1040		1927 Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-66. Lovely natural turquoise toning. Estimated Value $425 - 475. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $437
Lot 1041		1930 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Blazing luster and sharply struck. PCGS has graded 177 in MS-66 with only 13 in MS-67 as finest. (PCGS # 3969) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $518
Lot 1042		1936 Buffalo Nickel. Type 1. PCGS graded Proof 67 Satin. Razor sharp strike with unbelievable luster. Hints of a light champagne film over the surfaces. The horn is fully brought up by the dies and luster rolls across the stomach and legs without interruption. The Type 1 proofs are typically well struck and possess a Satin finish. PCGS population of 209 in PR-67, 24 in PR-68 and 1 in PR-69 (PCGS # 3994) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,300
Lot 1043		1936 Buffalo Nickel. Type 2. PCGS graded Proof 66. A stunning and choice Brilliant Proof buffalo nickel. The fields are quite deep and reflective and the surfaces are without spots or hairlines. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 3995) . Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,100. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,760
Lot 1044		1936 Buffalo Nickel. Type 2. NGC graded Proof 66. Strongly mirrored, brilliant fields with light golden toning. A wholly original gem proof example! Housed in an old NGC holder. Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,955
Lot 1045		1937 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 67. A sharp and stunning brilliant, superb gem proof Buffalo. Not a mark to be found and fields that are so heavily reflective we should issue a pair of shades to look at this coin with. PCGS population of 339 in PR-67, 9 in PR-68 and 1 in PR-69 (PCGS # 3996) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,070
Lot 1046		1937 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. A superb gem specimen with a brilliant proof finish. The fields have a watery or glassy appearance. A small spot above the bridge of the nose is the only mark to note on this otherwise flawless specimen. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 3996) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,668
Lot 1047		1937-D Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-67. An intensely brilliant gem specimen. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1048		1937-D Buffalo Nickel. 3 legs. PCGS graded AU-53. A pleasing well struck example of which arguably is the most popular 20th century mint error (PCGS # 3982) . Estimated Value $700 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,438
Lot 1049		1937-D Buffalo Nickel. 3 legs. EF-40. A pleasing example of this famous issue from the Buffalo nickel series. A popular variety resulting from the mint regrinding the original dies to remove clash marks. Light hairlines over sharp detail. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $863
Lot 1050		Balance of the Mike Magdic Collection of Buffalo Nickels. All are PCGS graded and most are in old green holders. Consists of: 1913 var 1 MS-64, 1914 MS-64, 1917 MS-64, 1926 MS-65, 1930-S MS-64, 1931-S, MS-65, 1934 MS-64, 1935 MS-65, 1935-D MS-65, 1935-S MS-66, 1936 MS-65, 1936-D MS-66, 1936-S MS-65, 1937 MS-65, 1937-D MS-66, 1937-S MS-65, 1938-D MS-67. A choice group of Buffalos with a number of PQ examples. Lot of 17 coins. Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,100. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details	Realized $3,450
Lot 1051		1965 Jefferson Nickel. SMS. NGC graded MS-66 Ultra Cameo. A modern condition rarity as NGC reports only 9 in this grade with 14 in MS-67 Ultra Cameo and 1 in MS-68 Ultra Cameo. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1052		1971 Jefferson Nickel. No S. PCGS graded Proof 66 Deep Cameo PQ. A stunning Deep Cameo specimen that seems to be several points higher than the assigned grade. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder and choice. PCGS population of 1 in PR-66DCAM, 7 in PR-67DCAM, 5 in PR-68DCAM and 3 in PR-69DCAM (PCGS # 94204) . Estimated Value $400 - 500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,035