Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 28

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Half Dimes

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1053		1795 Flowing Hair Half Dime. . LM-8, V-5, Rarity-3. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. Blast white surfaces shadowed by gorgeous, vivid golden and iridescent toning. In such a pristine condition that gem quality luster swirls across the obverse and reverse. Magnification is required to see the faintest hairlines in the obverse fields and not a mark can be found that is intrusive or disturbing. This variety is categorized by a small die crack beginning at the border above the Y of LIBERTY and continuing down through Liberty's device, ending on the neck just above the date. This fine die crack is easily observable on this specimen. The reverse has the typical strike weakness in the feathers of the eagle's wings and on the breast. Delicate die lines are still in perfect condition on either side of the eagle's neck. The technical quality of the reverse is "superb" with not a single r hairline scratch mentionable. Undoubtedly one of the finer examples of this variety in existence and one of the finest Flowing Hair half dimes we have seen in quite some time. PCGS population of 18 in MS-64, 8 in MS-65, 6 in MS-66 and 3 in MS-67. A. (PCGS # 4251) . Estimated Value $15,000 - 18,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $28,750
Lot 1054		1795 Flowing Hair Half Dime. . LM-10, V-4, Rarity-3. PCGS graded MS-63. Rich pewter surfaces with a light streaks of beige hues. Deep steel blue and golden iridescence explodes when the fields are tilted. Light die clashing is seen in the left and right obverse fields, expected for this variety. A thin pin scratch from star 5 to the back of Liberty's head is the only mark to mention. Strike weakness is common on this issue while obverse strike is above average, a touch heavier of weakness exists on the eagle's left wing. A relatively common die marriage but seldom seen in this grade with this much originality! We feel that choice and original early type has a very solid foundation upon which to grow in demand. PCGS population of 42 in this grade, 18 in MS-64, 8 in MS-65, 6 in MS-66 and 3 in MS-67 (PCGS # 4251) . Estimated Value $13,000 - 14,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1055		1795 Flowing Hair Half Dime. Sharpness of Mint State Cleaned and Retoned. Full mint state detail on an example that was polished long ago and then recolored. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $4,140
Lot 1056		1800 Draped Bust Half Dime. . LM-1, Rarity-3. NGC graded EF-40. Aged gray surfaces have a faint lavender tone to them. An old, thin scratch is noted on Liberty's forehead. All stars are weakly struck. Reverse detail is a tad sharper than the obverse. This die marriage, one of only four known for the 1800 half dime, is the most commonly encountered. While mint state examples exist, a nice and evenly worn EF example, such as the present coin, is a tough find. NGC population of 7 in EF-40. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,680
Lot 1057		1831 Capped Bust Half Dime. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A common die marriage in a conditionally rare grade. Razor sharp strike, satiny surfaces and robust luster. Both obverse and reverse surfaces have slightly reflective surfaces. A touch of champagne toning in the reverse lettering. Not a mark to mention and seemingly choice for the grade. PCGS population of 37 in MS-65, 30 in MS-66, 6 in MS-67 and 1 in MS-68 (PCGS # 4278) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 1058		1832 Capped Bust Half Dime. MS-64 Toned. A very choice well struck specimen. Estimated Value $750 - 850. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1059		1835 Capped Bust Half Dime. Large date, large 5¢. PCGS graded MS-66. A common die marriage in an extremely high grade. The dies really met firmly on this one and resulted in a complete outline of Liberty's portrait being visible on the reverse. A soft gray example with light golden toning and all-encompassing luster. Sharp die cud seen at the CA of AMERICA on reverse. Free from abrasions and truly a superb gem! PCGS population of 23 in MS-66 with none finer (PCGS # 4282) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,715
Lot 1060		1840 Liberty Seated Half Dime. No drapery. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A white and lustrous gem example with smooth, satiny surfaces and top notch eye appeal. Impressively struck with all details sharp. One of only three years on which the Philadelphia Mint produced No Drapery half dimes, 1838-1840. A more available issue than its With Drapery counterpart but still conditionally rare in this choice gem grade. PCGS population of 19 in MS-65, 7 in MS-66, 6 in MS-67 and a single MS-68 as finest (PCGS # 4321) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 1061		1850 Liberty Seated Half Dime. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. Well struck and predominantly white. Champagne and iridescent toning is seen around the obverse periphery. Mark free in the fields and on Liberty's device. PCGS population of 15 in MS-65, 11 in MS-66 and 8 in MS-67 (PCGS # 4345) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,415
Lot 1062		1858-O Liberty Seated Half Dime. NGC graded MS-65. A well struck and choice gem half dime. Frosty silver surfaces are highlighted by light golden, magenta and blue at the top of the obverse. Strong die clashing is seen right of Liberty's portrait in the field. A predominantly white and lustrous example with the light amount of toning simply elevating this gem to an even more desirable state. Mintage of only 290,000, the fourth smallest mintage of any New Orleans produced half dime NGC population of 15 in MS-65 and 1 in MS-67. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,265
Lot 1063		1858-O Liberty Seated Half Dime. NGC graded MS-64. Stormy gray surfaces with radial luster. A well struck piece with clashmarks noted on the central portion of the reverse. A frosty near gem example with strong eye appeal. NGC population of 58 in MS-64, 15 in MS-65 and 1 in MS-67. Estimated Value $650 - 750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $834
Lot 1064		1859 Liberty Seated Half Dime. NGC graded Proof 66. A spectacular gem! Needle sharp with absolutely stunning toning. The obverse exhibits a lovely blending of dark violet and electric blue while the reverse is a light golden in color. Only about 150 or so proofs were struck. Pop of 17 with 7 in Proof 67 and 1 in Proof 68. Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,750
Lot 1065		Liberty Seated Half Dime. 1868. NGC graded Proof 65. Strongly reflective fields that have toned a deep charcoal with faint blue undertones. Free from hairlines or any disturbing marks. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,208
Lot 1066		1868-S Liberty Seated Half Dime. NGC graded MS-63 PQ. Well struck with lovely original toning over obverse and reverse. The mintmark is bold and delicate die cracks exist in several places, heaviest near the mintmark. Slight planchet roughness is seen around the denomination. A high level of surface preservation and choice for the grade. Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $978