Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 28

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Commemorative Silver Coins

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1347		1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar. MS-65. An outstanding gem example with great color! The obverse exhibits a blending of rich greenish-golden hues while the reverse is more mottled. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1348		1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. A satiny mint gem with a hint of delicate golden-grey tone about the borders. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $920
Lot 1349		1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A blast white example with continuously shifting luster. Completely struck up by the dies. A near-gem example of this scarce commemorative is important as not many people collected this issue when it was first produced and choice survivors are hard to locate (PCGS # 9220) . Estimated Value $750 - 850. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,265
Lot 1350		1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. White, satiny fields with pristine metal flow lines and untouched originality. Soft russet toning has settled into the obverse periphery. A smaller amount of russet toning is on the reverse periphery. Obverse and reverse quality are pristine and basically of gem quality. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 9220) . Estimated Value $550 - 600. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1351		1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. A brilliant frosty mint specimen with excellent surfaces and a hint of tone at the borders (PCGS # 9220) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $719
Lot 1352		1921 Alabama Half Dollar, with 2 x 2. PCGS graded MS-65. A truly beautiful gem specimen with pure white and frosty surfaces. Shimmering metal flow lines and thickly lustrous fields. Proposed in 1920 for the marking of the 1919 Centennial statehood celebration, this silver commemorative displays the portraits of William Wyatt Bibb (governor's office of 1819) and Thomas E. Kilby (governor's office in 1919). Usually found with central weakness on the reverse, this specimen is sharper than most (PCGS # 9225) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,783
Lot 1353		1921 Alabama Half Dollar, no 2 x 2. PCGS graded MS-66. A frosty and delicate superb gem! Raised die lines are visible on the obverse. A few faint hairlines on the foreheads of Bibb and Kilby are the only obverse marks to mention. The reverse displays some central strike weakness but has excellent luster. Two dark spots are present, one under the eagle's wing and one just right of the L. One of the finest known to exist and tied with only 56 others at PCGS. A finer example has never been graded by PCGS. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 9224) . Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 1354		1921 Alabama Half Dollar, no 2 x 2. NGC graded MS-65. Quite attractive as the lustrous surfaces exhibit delicate violet toning. Pop of 207 with 45 rated better. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,840
Lot 1355		1937 Antietam Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Absolutely awesome toning! The obverse is completely covered with every color of the rainbow. The reverse possesses the same rainbow iridescence in the periphery with steel-blue toning above the bridge. A superb gem with this much color should trade at a substantial premium above any published price guides so all interested bidders should make sure to view this lot carefully (PCGS # 9229) . Estimated Value $700 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,463
Lot 1356		1937 Antietam Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. Blast white, frosty, untouched and awesome! Unusually free from tick marks on the devices and luster that is of superb gem condition. Intensely struck with every minute detail fully brought up. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder and in our opinion a "lock" upgrade (PCGS # 9229) . Estimated Value $450 - 475. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $690
Lot 1357		1935 Boone Half Dollar. Small 1934 on reverse. NGC graded MS-67. Light iridescent toning from 11:00 to 5:00 on the obverse. Golden toning on the lower reverse. Bold and lustrous. Small 1934 above PIONEER. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details	Realized $748
Lot 1358		1935 Boone Half Dollar. Small 1934 on reverse. P, D, S Set. NGC graded MS-66, MS66 and MS65 (respectively). All three coins are fresh white gem examples. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. View details	Realized $1,438
Lot 1359		1938-D Boone Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. Delicately toned to a soft violet. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $748
Lot 1360		1925-S California Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. A satiny white gem. Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,150
Lot 1361		1952 Carver-Washington Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A lovely toned superb gem example of this silver commemorative half dollar! Obverse surfaces are drenched in mint green, lavender, soft blue and yellow toning. The reverse is a more uniform mixture of champagne and olive hues. Both sides are remarkably free from abrasions. An issue that becomes very rare in any grade higher. PCGS population of 106 in MS-66 with 3 in MS-67 as finest (PCGS # 9434) . Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1362		1953-S Carver-Washington Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65. Magnificent polychromatic toning on both sides. In an old holder. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,553
Lot 1363		1936 Cincinnati Music Center Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-66. A brilliant satiny white mint gem. Pop of 53 with only 3 rated higher by a point. Estimated Value $900 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1364		1936-D Cincinnati Music Center Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A spectacular gem specimen characterized by two totally different types of toning. On the obverse, a mottled mixture of sunburst orange, magenta, iridescent green and blue toning has come about most likely from storage in the original cardboard packaging. The reverse displays delicate golden, mint green, orange and magenta peripheral toning. All of this color is enhanced by underlying satiny and lustrous surfaces. A striking gem and one that will undoubtedly bring healthy bidding from sophisticated "color" enthusiasts (PCGS # 9284) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 1365		1936 Cleveland Half Dollar Set. MS-64 to MS65. Toned beautifully and housed in the original card holder. A very fresh and desirable offering. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details	Unsold
Lot 1366		1936-P,D,S Columbia, S.C. Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-65, MS-66 and MS-66 respectively. Each is a bright untoned gem. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details	Realized $690
Lot 1367		1892 Columbian Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A splendid example with thickly lustrous surfaces. A touch of lavender toning at 11:00. A very nice example for this popular commemorative issue (PCGS # 9296) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,323
Lot 1368		1935 Connecticut Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A crisp and sharply struck example with even the top leaves sharply impressed. Almost entirely white except for faint sky blue toning here and there (PCGS # 9299) . Estimated Value $380 - 400. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $518
Lot 1369		1936 Elgin Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. A gorgeously toned superb gem representation of this commemorative half dollar! Completely choice with regards to the technical quality of this piece. The surfaces display only the faintest of shallow abrasions here and there. The color is just out of this world! Super saturated violet, yellow and green toning soaks the fields completely and leaves the device of the pioneer standing out in full white frost. The reverse has deep maroon, green, yellow and blue toning over microgranular surfaces. A truly stunning example (PCGS # 9303) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,093
Lot 1370		1936 Gettysburg Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-67. Without a doubt this Gettysburg half dollar commemorative will be remembered as one of the finest known! Intense cartwheel luster over mostly silver surfaces that have perfectly concaved central portions. Occasional splashes of iridescent toning on both obverse and reverse. Boldy struck and mark free! Housed in an old NGC holder, serial # 167750-010. This spectacular Gettysburg is accompanied by the original Pennsylvania State Commission packing sent on June 9, 1937 to Mr. Edward C. Denny. While the envelope grades "About Uncirculated" in appearance, the letter of transmittal is "superb gem" quality. The three coin plain holder is a rare item and it also is in a pristine "superb gem" condition. Whether for the die-hard silver commemorative collector or maybe the Civil War enthusiast, this offering is extremely significant and many years will pass before this piece and the associated memorabilia ever becomes available again. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1371		1922 Grant Half Dollar, with star. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. Stunning and sharp with frosty with virtually no signs of the swirling die polish marks that usually accompanies this issue. Brilliant silver surfaces with unstoppable luster across the fields and devices. Grant's portrait is bold and well struck. Darker champagne toning in the reverse periphery and splashed occasionally near the cabin. One of nicest and most original examples that we have handled and a definite contender for the next grade level, resubmission is strongly suggested (PCGS # 9307) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1372		1922 Grant Half Dollar, no star. PCGS graded MS-64 and 1936-S Bay Bridge PCGS graded MS65. The Grant, No Star is very conservatively graded and should be inspected carefully as we feel this piece is of gem quality. Both pieces are very fresh and housed in old PCGS green label holders. Lot of 2 coins (PCGS # 9306) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details Check results on similar lots	Realized $776
Lot 1373		1928 Hawaiian Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. A top notch, white gem! Sparkling metal flow lines illuminate an already brilliant white appearance. The absence of any unruly tick marks or scratches makes this piece even more desirable. Only 10,008 pieces were minted and the Hawaiian is the rarest silver commemorative with regards to mintage and is quite scarce in gem condition. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder and very fresh (PCGS # 9309) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,300. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,565
Lot 1374		1928 Hawaiian Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. A choice satiny mint example with just a hint of delicate tone resting around the devices. Popular key commemorative half dollar that is always in demand. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,588
Lot 1375		1935 Hudson Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Blast white example with thick and pleasing luster. The date 1785 refers to the incorporation of Hudson, formerly known as Claverack Landing. Authorized on May 2, 1935 and sponsored by the Hudson Sesquicentennial Committee. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 9312) . Estimated Value $625 - 700. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,093
Lot 1376		1935 Hudson Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A blast white and lustrous example! While there are a few random hairlines here and there, the eye appeal of this near-gem commemorative half dollar is outstanding. A mintage of 10,000 was produced and almost all display weakness on the hull and sails of the ship (PCGS # 9312) . Estimated Value $625 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1377		1935 Hudson Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Frosty white surfaces display few marks and outstanding luster. The reverse exhibits a touch of sky-blue iridescence and golden toning. Housed in a first generation PCGS holder. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $891
Lot 1378		1918 Illinois Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. A super sharp gem specimen with pure white surfaces enhanced by random patches of deep golden toning. Abrasions so random and small they are not worth mentioning (PCGS # 9320) . Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $518
Lot 1379		1925 Lexington-Concord Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Even light golden toning over the surfaces, mostly the reverse. Splashes of sky blue iridescence scattered about. Well struck and a nice shimmering gem. PCGS population of 175 in MS-66, 5 in MS-67 and 1 in MS-68 (PCGS # 9318) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 1380		1936 Lynchburg Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. A delicately toned superb gem example at the upper limit of conditional existence for this silver commemorative issue. Years of solitude have given this specimen a beautiful sky-blue, olive and rich golden appearance. Both sides are matched in their toning and are equally appealing and stunning. Undoubtedly one of the finest! PCGS population of 49 in MS-67 with none finer. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,840
Lot 1381		1920 Maine Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Blast white surfaces and blazing luster! Light die polish lines are evident on the obverse. Very choice for the grade. In an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 9326) . Estimated Value $350 - 400. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $633
Lot 1382		1934 Maryland and 1935-S San Diego Half Dollars. NGC graded MS-67 and MS-66. A spectacular offering of two fresh commemoratives never before seen by or offered to the public! Let's begin with what could potentially be the finest San Diego commemorative half dollar we have ever seen. A mosaic of straw, blue, teal, auburn, magenta and purple hues over well struck and flawless surfaces. This coin is what toning is all about! A display of color that is fitting for a commemorative issued to a state known for its' awe inspiring sunsets. This San Diego commemorative is housed in an old NGC holder, serial # 167550-017. Continuing, we offer a stunning example of a Maryland silver commemorative. A vibrant mixture of magenta, yellow, teal, blue and golden toning over superior gem surfaces. Completely lustrous and choice for the grade. Quite possibly one of the finest to exist and a new coin to the marketplace. NGC population of 38 in MS-67 with a single MS-68 example as finest. Housed in an old NGC holder, serial # 167550-013. As if the quality and eye appeal of these items were not enough to satisfy potential buyers, we point out that these two coins are accompanied by the original packing used to ship these coins from B. Max Mehl to a Mr. Edward C. Denny on February 17, 1936. The cost of each coin, $1.50, is denoted on the outside front of the mailer. The condition of the packing is "About Uncirculated". Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $7,000 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1383		1921 Missouri Half Dollar, 2 x 4. PCGS graded MS-64. A choice and original example. Pure white and lustrous with no distracting marks of any nature to mention. In an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 9331) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,450. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,760
Lot 1384		1921 Missouri Half Dollar, no 2 x 4. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Frosty luster and almost entirely white surfaces. A tiny spot at the right top of the cap and another on the reverse in the middle of the Frontiersman and Indian. A patch of light wipe on the face, but other than that the coin is very choice for the grade. In an old green label PCGS holder (PCGS # 9330) . Estimated Value $575 - 625. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $891
Lot 1385		1933-D Oregon Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Lightly toned at the extreme edges. Estimated Value $380 - 410. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $719
Lot 1386		1915-S Panama-Pacific Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A beautiful white gem example of this popular commemorative half dollar. The surfaces shimmer and the luster is all-encompassing. A tiny scratch just right of the second A of PANAMA is the only mark to mention (PCGS # 9357) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,415
Lot 1387		1915-S Panama-Pacific Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A golden example with a delightful sunset scene at the central obverse. Soft champagne luster rolls across the surfaces of both sides. One of the most beautiful commemorative coins from our nation and designed by Charles Barber. Struck as a means to raise funds for the Panama Pacific International Exposition, which was held to celebrate the opening on the Panama Canal in 1914 (PCGS # 9357) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,725
Lot 1388		1937 Roanoke Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. Lovely olive and straw highlights in the periphery on an otherwise blazing white, superb gem obverse. Razor sharp strike detail and mark free. The reverse has the same high quality and lovely iridescent hues have settled near the borders. PCGS has graded 215 in MS-67 with only 12 in MS-68 (PCGS # 9367) . Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $978
Lot 1389		1937 Roanoke Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. A magnificent superb gem Roanoke half dollar with pure white and untouched central obverse and reverse with pleasing russet toning that has settled into the peripheries (PCGS # 9367) . Estimated Value $550 - 650. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,150
Lot 1390		1936 Robinson-Arkansas Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-67. Exceedingly frosty, white surfaces that are free from almost all imperfections! Gorgeous sunburst toning from 6:00 to 12:00 on the obverse. Vibrant teal green and yellow toning is on the reverse at 6:00, just below the eagle. While a MS66 example of this commemorative might not be a big deal to many, a specimen obtaining a grade as high as the present example is quite rare. Add gorgeous toning and original frost and you end up with one of the finest of this issue. PCGS population of 53 in MS-67 with a single MS-68 as finest (PCGS # 9369) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,795
Lot 1391		1935 Spanish Trail Half Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. An intense gem with light golden and sky blue tones over otherwise blast white surfaces. Clean surfaces and a high level of eye appeal. In an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 9376) . Estimated Value $900 - 950. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 1392		1936-P,D,S Texas Half Dollar Set. NGC graded each MS-67. Each a pristine gem specimen. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,400. View details	Realized $1,668
Lot 1393		1900 Lafayette Dollar. ICG graded MS-64. Lightly toned. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,610
Lot 1394		1900 Lafayette Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Soft gray surfaces with champagne overtones. Rolling satiny luster is accompanied by sparkling metal flow lines. A small hairline scratch just below the ATE of STATES. On the reverse, a patch of die swirl lines are seen below the horse. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder and extremely choice for the grade (PCGS # 9222) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,860
Lot 1395		1900 Lafayette Dollar. MS-60. A nice, original example of a popular silver commemorative. Satiny luster radiates around obverse and reverse devices and a touch of golden and olive iridescence rests in the peripheries. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $570
Lot 1396		1900 Lafayette Dollar. Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details	Realized $546

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