Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 28

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Liberty Seated Dollars 1840-1859

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1664		1840 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. Well struck with white and predominantly untoned, satiny surfaces. The obverse surfaces have a slight amount of reflectivity to them. Luster encompasses the entire obverse and reverse surfaces. Remarkable with regards to surface preservation, only a thin diagonal scratch through a portion of the date. Right of the date, near the border at 5:00, the die is convex and there are raised die lines. At the I of AMERICA there is a small iridescent spot. The 1840 Seated dollar is the first year of production of the Seated dollar series and the first time a silver dollar was struck since the end of the business strike bust dollars in 1803. Perhaps due to its first year status or due to lack of promotion, the general public did not show enthusiasm for this issue and the 1840's sole purpose became that of a workhorse coin. Currently, this issue is scarce in all grades, rare in choice AU and represented in mint state by only 20 or so examples. PCGS population of 25 in AU-55 with only 40 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6926) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,955
Lot 1665		1841 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-53 PQ. A stunning and wildly original example of this second year of issue. The fields are strongly prooflike and Liberty and the eagle are thickly frosted. Gorgeous iridescent toning exists on the rims and extends down into the periphery, confined by the stars. There is a small scratch in the fields under star 6. Liberty is mark free and aside from a touch of friction on the shins and breast, the coin looks mint state. The eagle is unusually well struck and mint state in condition. Satiny luster is uninhibited and radial. An absolutely stunning, choice AU example of this early Seated dollar. PCGS has graded 28 in AU-53 with 51 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6927) . Estimated Value $600 - 700. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,185
Lot 1666		1842 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. A stunning bright white example with strike detail and surface quality that is exceedingly close to mint state. Just to the right of stars 2 and 3 is a slight bulge in the die. The entire coin is frosty and the reverse has semi-reflective fields and evidence of light die polish lines in the recessed areas around the eagle. A very choice coin and one that deserves close inspection. PCGS has graded 27 in AU-58. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6928) . Estimated Value $600 - 700. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 1667		1842 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-50. Well struck with plenty of luster remaining. In an old green holder (PCGS # 6928) . Estimated Value $425 - 475. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 1668		1843 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. A brilliant and stunning white example that is very close to uncirculated. A delicious blend of smooth and satiny luster over slight reflective fields that surround a frosty Liberty and eagle. Well struck with Liberty's head, the cap and the eagle all bold. For identification, there are several light scratches just to the left of the 4 in date. There is a clashmark in the field just at the wrist and elbow of Liberty. A few diagonal die lines are seen with the left section of the shield. Mintage of 165,100 pieces (PCGS # 6929) . Estimated Value $600 - 700. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,553
Lot 1669		1843 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-50. Sharp and lightly toned. In an old green holder (PCGS # 6929) . Estimated Value $425 - 475. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $575
Lot 1670		1844 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. A gorgeous white specimen that possesses all of the traits one would hope this issue to have. Strongly prooflike surfaces with satiny luster extending out from the borders. Liberty's portrait is frosty and truly uncirculated in condition. A few ticks here and there and some light hairlines do nothing to take away from the brilliance of this coin. The date is closer to the border below. The reverse fields match the high level of quality of the obverse fields and the eagle is bold and frosty. Underneath the eagle's right wing and just below neck there are myriad patches of raised die lines that resemble the detail of a close up snowflake. These raised die lines continue into the left portion of the shield and also exist in the recessed area below the eagle's left wing. A clashmark is seen just below Liberty's wrist in the field. After three year of mintage figures above 150,000 coins, only 20,000 Liberty Seated dollars were struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1844. This issue is legitimately scarce in all grades and any uncirculated example is rare. A specimen as choice and original as the present coin is seldom seen or offered for sale. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder. PCGS has graded 12 in MS-62, 5 in MS-63, 1 in MS-64 and a single MS-65 as finest (PCGS # 6930) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,913
Lot 1671		1844 Liberty Seated Dollar. Very Fine. All have been cleaned at one time exhibiting hairlines and miscellaneous handling marks. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $375 - 475. View details	Realized $1,323
Lot 1672		1845 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. Subtle gray surfaces with hints of reflectivity underneath. The luster is reminiscent of an uncirculated example but the fields have some minor hairlines. Stars 9 through 13 display strike weakness. Some original mint frost still exists on Liberty. The eagle on the reverse displays strike weakness on the neck and right wing. There is a small planchet depression to the right of the tip of the eagle's left wing. Soft champagne and magenta toning in the peripheries. Only 24,500 coins were struck in 1845 and this is actually a high grade example for this issue. PCGS has graded only a single example above MS-62, a MS-64. Furthermore, PCGS has graded only 24 coins in AU55. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 6931) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,175
Lot 1673		1845 Liberty Seated Dollar. NGC graded AU-53. Only 24,500 silver dollars were struck this year and survivors are rare in correctly grade choice AU. Many silver dollars from this decade were heavily circulated and fittingly are almost always found with bagmarks and some evidence of past cleaning. The present example was spared the heavy bagmarks often seen but does display hairlines. The look and wear on the coin is uniform except for a deeper scratch in the right field near stars 12-13. This coin did exactly what it was produced to do … circulate as money. NGC population of 11 with 50 finer. Estimated Value $600 - 700. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,035
Lot 1674		1846 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. Semi-reflective fields with a frosty texture. The devices are well struck and we note the absence of any major marks. All stars are sharp. The eagle has a slightly shimmering steel sheen. In 1846, the Philadelphia Mint produced 110,600 silver dollars and while the overall rarity of the 1846 dollar is not huge, in mint state this issue is rare. Only a fraction of one percent of the mintage exists in mint state and only 2 MS-65 specimens have been graded as the finest at PCGS. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 6932) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,200. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,370
Lot 1675		1846 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. Brilliant white with deeply reflective fields. A shallow scuff mark in the field left of star 10 is the only misplaced mark. Well struck and a very appealing AU example of this issue. PCGS has graded 51 in AU-55. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6932) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,070
Lot 1676		1846-O Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. Burnt orange, champagne and magenta toning over lustrous and silky fields. Liberty and the eagle are frosty and well struck. One of the most pleasing silver dollars from this fantastic collection. While light hairlines can be observed in the fields, they are faint and undisturbing. When the 1846-O from the Eliasberg Collection was catalogued, that cataloguer mentioned the "delicate matte-like surface" present on the motifs. We note that on this specimen the same matte appearance is observed on Liberty's gown. The 1846-O is the first Seated dollar to be struck at a branch mint and the only branch mint issue from the 1840's. Records show that 59,000 pieces were struck. Speculation has been made that some of the original mintage was exported but most likely a large number were melted during the 1850's. This is an issue that is tough in all grades. Usually seen in the heavily circulated condition, the 1846-O is significantly rare in AU and in mint state, excessively rare. Only a small number exist in mint state and few are known finer than the present grade. We feel that this specimen is close to Condition Census for the issue and should be inspected closely by all parties interested. PCGS has graded 8 in MS-62, 4 in MS-63 and 1 in MS-64 as finest (PCGS # 6933) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $12,650
Lot 1677		1846-O Liberty Seated Dollar. PCI graded EF-40 scratched. Together with: $1.00 1869 PCI VF-35 cleaned. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $350 - 400. View details	Realized $518
Lot 1678		1847 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. Streaks of salmon colored toning in the left obverse field. Light film is present in certain areas on both sides. Well struck and lustrous (PCGS # 6934) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $546
Lot 1679		1847 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. Pleasing white and champagne surfaces with abundant luster. The eye appeal of this piece was masterfully matched to the other dollars of this collection. Well struck and silky. A reed mark is left of stars 12 and 13 in the field. Another small scuff left of eagle's beak in field. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder and choice for the grade (PCGS # 6934) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1680		1847 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-50 (PCGS # 6934) . Estimated Value $425 - 475. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $546
Lot 1681		1847 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-50. No problems other than some light friction. Estimated Value $425 - 475. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $575
Lot 1682		1848 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. A pleasing high grade example of this scarce low mintage date as only 15,000 were struck and not many were saved; all lightly toned. Pop of 17 with 35 rated better (PCGS # 6935) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 1683		1848 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. Antique gray surfaces with hints of champagne. A pleasing example of this low mintage rarity, only 15,000 were produced. Survivors rarely appear in mint state and AU's are not easily located either. PCGS has graded 18 in AU-55 with a total of 36 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 6935) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,250. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 1684		1849 Liberty Seated Dollar. ANACS graded MS-61. Predominantly white with a few streaks of salmon toning on the obverse. The dentilation is doubled from stars 1-4. Both sides are very lustrous and the eagle on the reverse has the cameo and pristine look of a near-gem coin (PCGS # 6936) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,668
Lot 1685		1849 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. Well struck with lots of mint luster remaining. Pop of 27 with 50 rated better (PCGS # 6936) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,150. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $978
Lot 1686		1849 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. After production of only 15,000 silver dollars in 1848, the Philadelphia Mint produced 62,600 dollars in 1849. While not an exceptionally rare issue, the 1849 shares the same population breakdown as the other more common dollars from the 1840's. Soft white surfaces with some golden toning. There is a patch of deeper scratches just under the eagle's right wing. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6936) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,150. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,955
Lot 1687		1850 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. A brilliant white specimen with fully reflective and proof-like fields. Frosted devices contrast nicely with the fields. Radial luster is strongest on the reverse. The base of the 0 in date has been repunched and there are die file marks below the 50 of the date, a diagnostic for identifying this piece as the Open 5 variety (Breen-5443). Only 7,500 pieces were produced and the 1850 silver dollar is a legitimate rarity that is seldom seen in pleasing AU and very rare in mint state. PCGS has graded 28 in AU-55 with only 40 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6937) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,888
Lot 1688		1850 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-50. Well struck with traces of luster and light friction commensurate for the grade. PCGS reports but 15 in this grade. In an old green holder (PCGS # 6937) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,783
Lot 1689		1850-O Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. One of only four issues produced by the New Orleans Mint for the No Motto Seated dollar series. Mint records report that 40,000 coins were produced this year and it is likely that a significant portion of that figure was melted during the rising silver prices of the 1850's. This example is well struck and frosty with golden overtones. There is a deep scratch over Liberty's right breast. A very low population issue and a rare New Orleans Seated dollar! PCGS has graded 9 in AU-55 with only 21 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6938) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,105
Lot 1690		1850-O Liberty Seated Dollar. AU-50. Lightly cleaned and a minor edge bruise on the reverse at 5 o'clock. Still a decent looking example and quite scarce in such high grade. Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,265
Lot 1691		1851 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. A brilliant, proof-like specimen of this "classic" rarity! This specimen displays fully reflective fields, razor sharp detail on every facet of the coin, frosty devices and cameo contrast. The luster on this piece rolls across the watery fields and appears satiny closest to the periphery. A well struck issue, as evidenced by the pronounced state of the clashmark right of the wrist and the fully pronounced hair detail. The date is high, a diagnostic for the business strike issues. Only 1,300 business strike issues were made in 1851, the second lowest mintage figure for the Series (the 1852 had a mintage of 1,100). Every dollar specialist, type collector and rarity collector dreams of owning this issue and the present offering goes beyond our wildest expectations with regards to quality and originality. Traditionally, people have purchased proof 1851 examples due to the fact that they are more obtainable in higher grades but this specimen gives one the excellent opportunity to purchase one of the finer 1851 business strike examples. PCGS has graded a total of 25 coins in all grades. Currently, at PCGS, 10 are graded in AU-58 with only 13 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6939) . Estimated Value $18,000 - 22,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $43,700
Lot 1692		1852 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-60. As if offering a fresh 1851 dollar were not enough, we now present a fantastic and original example of another "classic" rarity, the 1852 dollar! At first glance, one is mesmerized by the soothing magenta, blue and golden hues. After enjoying the wonderful toning one will want to view the technical merits of this rarity much closer. The fields are semi-reflective and enchance the color. Strike weakness is noted on some of the stars and head of Liberty but most of the coin is bold, especially the eagle. Aside from a old scratch on Liberty's right arm and a scratch above star 12, the obverse is remarkably clean. On the reverse, all will appreciate the intensity of eagle's frosty and bold appearance. The iridescent tones from the obverse have now shifted to a more uniform mix of subtle gray and champagne. There are some old faint hairlines but they are subdued by rich toning. For identification, we note a small mint-made planchet depression just at the inside tip of the eagle's left wing. Horizontal die file marks are present within the left vertical stripes of the shield. Only 1,100 silver dollars were produced at the Philadelphia Mint in 1852 and as with the 1851, every 1852 business strike dollar is rare! While the known population of the 1851 is mostly grouped within the AU58-MS64 grade range, the 1852 has examples evenly from XF40-MS65. We feel that this specimen is just shy of Condition Census for the issue. All will undoubtedly appreciate the originality and desirability of this stunning example. Currently, PCGS has graded a total of 25 coins in all grades. In mint state, PCGS has graded 1 in MS-60, 3 in MS-62, 1 in MS-63, 3 in MS-64 and 1 in MS-65 (PCGS # 6940) . Estimated Value $20,000 - 25,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $54,625
Lot 1693		1853 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. A choice example with satiny white, reflective surfaces and thick luster. Liberty and the eagle have managed to survive in a near-untouched condition. Faint hairlines in the fields and few scattered tick marks right of TED of UNITED are the only characteristics keeping this beauty from near- gem status. Popular as a type coin due to the ability to locate mint state examples but we note that there are not nearly enough fresh and appealing specimens out there to satisfy demand. Population of 19; 6 in MS-64 and 1 in MS-66. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder. (PCGS # 6941) . Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,913
Lot 1694		1854 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. A charming Seated dollar from an era notorious for scarce and undervalued issues. In 1854, 33,140 Seated dollars were minted at Philadelphia. The survival rate from that original mintage is quite low and known examples are pretty much evenly distributed across the entire grade spectrum. This specimen has soft white surfaces with mint state detail. There are some light hairlines on both the obverse and reverse from an old cleaning. A small reed mark exists in the right field as well as a small patch of shallow scratches near star 13. While housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter AU-55 holder, we feel this piece has the look of an uncirculated coin and we are sure you will agree. PCGS has graded 10 in AU-55 with 37 finer (PCGS # 6942) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,900
Lot 1695		1855 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-53 PQ. The 1855 Seated dollar is slightly scarcer than the 1854 with regards to overall population but it is a much rarer Condition rarity than the 1854. Only 26,000 dollars were produced at Philadelphia in 1855 and the grade level of choice AU currently presents the best bargain. We are certain that this marvelous example will fit the requirements of the most sophisticated of dollar collectors. Aged gray surfaces have a light golden undertone accented by bursts of gun-metal blue and violet. A well struck example with very high quality fields and devices for an AU, especially for an issue that saw heavy circulation. Population of 4; 41 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder and very choice for the grade (PCGS # 6943) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,900
Lot 1696		1856 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-53. Soft satiny luster in the periphery, fields and surrounding Liberty. The surfaces are untoned with subtle hints of champagne. A pleasing example of this very tough issue that has the detail of an AU-58 specimen with some old, light hairlines. On the obverse, there is a die crack that starts at the denticles just left of the date and continues up to the device. A die crack(s) is located throughout the letters on the reverse and their is a small planchet depression left of the eagle's neck, above wing. The originality and significance of such an unabraded example will undoubtedly be appreciated by those who know how scarce the 1856 business strikes are. The Philadelphia Mint struck 63,500 Seated Liberty dollars this year, a deceptive mintage figure that might lead one to believe availability will not be an issue. In actuality, survivors are rare from AU-55 and above and this issue is almost never seen in the MS-63-MS-64 range. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder. PCGS population of 9 in AU-53 with 48 finer (PCGS # 6944) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,220
Lot 1697		1857 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-60. A fresh and high quality example of an issue that has a deceptively high mintage of 94,000. Untoned and satiny surfaces display some minor hairlines from an old, light cleaning. The luster is fantastic and smooth, similar to that of a MS-62 or above. The fields of this underrated date in mint state are delightful and appealing. Well struck and unquestionably mint state. We note a small tick mark in the horizontal lines of the shield and a portion of a reed mark just below Liberty's right knee. On the reverse there is a reed mark just below the eagle's beak. The 1857 is similar to the 1856 in rarity and is only slightly more available in mint state. We are sure many dedicated dollar specialists will appreciate this fresh offering. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder. PCGS population of 4 in MS-60, 4 in MS-61, 14 in MS-62, 9 in MS-63 and 6 in MS-64 as finest. (PCGS # 6945) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,850. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,888
Lot 1698		1858 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64 PQ. Deeply reflective and watery fields have sparkling luster and soft champagne toning. Liberty is a blend of rich mint frost and subtle golden hues. Other than a small scratch under star 5, there are really no marks to mention on either obverse or reverse except for some light hairlines in the fields. For identification, we note a small lint mark right of star 3 and tiny planchet depression left of Liberty's nose. On the reverse, the diagnostic die line is above the ITE of UNITED. Additionally, two planchet flaws exist above the ED of UNITED. A small "S" lintmark is present under the last S of STATES and O of OF and several small planchet depressions near the IC of AMERICA. A totally original and choice example of this proof-only date, the only such issue in the Liberty Seated dollar series. A mintage of 300 proofs is recorded and only 2 gem examples are currently graded by PCGS, both PR-65. This pristine near-gem proof is most likely one of the finest examples known to exist! Housed in an old PCGS green label holder. PCGS population of 8 in PR64 with only 2 PR65's finer (PCGS # 7001) . Estimated Value $12,000 - 15,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $35,650
Lot 1699		1858 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 55. Antique gray surfaces coated with an old original film that now brings splashes of iridescence to the fields. Some heavier marks on Liberty's knees most likely determine the grade of this otherwise choice AU specimen. The diagnostic raised die line is present across the tops of ITE of UNITED. The 1858, as mentioned previously, is a proof-only date with a mintage of 300. It seems that over the years certain individuals have been sharp enough to pull several 1858's out of circulation, for this issue has the widest range of known circulated proof examples (from VG/VF-AU-58) for any proof Seated dollar. A rare and eternally desirable issue in a very collectible grade! Population of 5 (PCGS # 7001) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,900
Lot 1700		1859 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. A white and pristine specimen that has a pleasing cameo effect due to the deeply mirrored obverse and reverse fields. Liberty's portrait is gem quality and the only mark to note is a tiny mint made raised die line in the center of the body. Only the first star displays any strike weakness. The reverse quality matches the obverse and only the presence of light hairlines can be noted. There is a small lint mark just to the left of the eagle's beak. PCGS has graded 37 in PR-64, 7 in PR-65 and 2 in PR-66. The Philadelphia Mint produced 800 proofs this year for the Seated Dollar series (PCGS # 7002) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,200
Lot 1701		1859 Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. An enchanting uncirculated piece with stormy gray obverse surfaces accented with golden toning. Liberty is frosty and the fields are satiny and lustrous. Reverse surfaces have a matched satiny appearance with brighter and untoned coloration. The eagle is deeply frosted and gives the reverse an almost cameo look. Overall surface quality is above average for the grade, a few scattered abrasions and light hairlines here and there. A scarce issue in mint state with fantastic eye appeal. PCGS has graded 7 in MS-62, 14 in MS-63, 4 in MS-64 and 2 in MS-65 as the finest (PCGS # 6946) . Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,600. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,485
Lot 1702		1859-O Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. The 1859-O is a more common Seated Dollar issue with a mintage of 360,000. One of only four years that the New Orleans Mint struck No Motto dollars, the 1859-O almost matches the 1860-O in population structure and total known. A pleasing Mint State 62 to Mint State 63 is a nice grade range to purchase this issue in when an affordable "type" coin is what is desired. The present specimen is bright white and frosty. Surfaces are minimally abraded and satiny in texture. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder and appears very choice for the grade to us. PCGS population of 74 with 51 finer (PCGS # 6947) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,013
Lot 1703		1859-O Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. Loaded with frosty mint luster and brilliant in the centers. The borders exhibit mottled russet toning on both sides (PCGS # 6947) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,265
Lot 1704		1859-O Liberty Seated Dollar. PCI graded MS-62 Cleaned. Light hairlines are noted under magnification on both sides. We agree with the grade, in fact, this coin is quite nice and appealing. Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $661
Lot 1705		1859-S Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. Semi-reflective fields and white, almost completely untoned surfaces. Original satiny luster is seen in a thin ring around the periphery. Light hairlines and a few scattered abrasions, most noticeably two scratches by stars 3 and 4 and 2 tick marks right of Liberty's knee. Well struck and Liberty still possesses intact mint frost on her gown. On the reverse, delicate raised die lines can be observed in the protection of the legend. The 1859-S has the potential to become a much more widely recognized "classic" in U.S. numismatics. The first distinction this issue has is that of being the first dollar ever produced by the San Francisco Mint. Secondly, this is the only No Motto Seated dollar ever produced at the San Francisco Mint. During this time frame, the merchants of San Francisco needed a medium for payment to the Chinese trade. The response of the U.S. government was to have 20,000 struck, hardly enough to meet the demands of commerce. As a result, the entire mintage most likely entered circulation and the 1859-S is scarce in all grades. Mint state survivors are but a handful of known examples. The present piece, with semi-reflective fields and pleasing technical qualities is a serious opportunity for the Seated dollar specialist or anyone seeking to buy a rare, important and undervalued silver dollar! PCGS population of 13 with 30 finer. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 6948) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,485
Lot 1706		1859-S Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded EF-45. Uniform dark toning on both sides. Quite scarce in high grade (PCGS # 6948) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,208
Lot 1707		1859-S Liberty Seated Dollar. PCGS graded EF-45. An evenly worn No Motto Seated dollar from the San Francisco Mint. None of the marks on this piece are overly disturbing or bothersome, as all have come from years of consistent, gentle wear. Only a single reed mark just below the space between DS is noted. Antique gray surfaces with faint hairlines. The 1859-S is a heavily sought after issue as it is the only No Motto Seated dollar ever produced by the San Francisco Mint. Only 20,000 were coined and survivors rarely come finer than choice AU. PCGS population of 24 with 72 finer (PCGS # 6948) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,495