Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 28

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

U.S. Morgan Dollars 1894 through Large Lots

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 2010		1894 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ. A better date Morgan dollar with a mintage of only 110,000 pieces. Currently this coin resides in an old PCGS green label holder but we feel that this piece would be better described as MS-61 to MS-62. The entire coin is white and lustrous. There are no hairlines or light field abrasions as found on many AU examples. The luster flows freely from the fields across the devices and we note the abundance of luster over Liberty's cheek. Definetely a choice specimen of an issue that rarely is seen higher than MS-63. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,335
Lot 2011		1894 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded AU-50. A well struck totally white example with light friction on only the highest points. A pleasing example with no nicks or scratches of note. Popular semi-key date (PCGS # 7228) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,415
Lot 2012		1894 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded EF-45. A touch of tone is starting to form. Scarce semi-key date (PCGS # 7228) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 2013		1894-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. A conditionally scarce New Orleans Morgan dollar. White surfaces are emboldened by rich luster. A small amount of strike weakness is seen above the ear, typical for the issue. A single reed mark is the only pronounced mark on Liberty's device. PCGS has graded only 204 in MS-62 and only 8 MS-65 specimens have been graded as finest. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 2014		1894-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck and lustrous. Pristine surfaces with a mixture of microgranular and satiny qualities. Hair detail above the ear is sharp and while there is a tad of weakness on the eagles breast, it does not diminish the original mint frost that is present. The only obverse mark to mention is a tiny scuff right of the corner of Liberty's mouth. A few nondescript tick marks here and there on the reverse. Bidders should look closely at this specimen as those that exist finer than this are few and far between and this specimen is particularly choice. Housed in an old green label PCGS holder. PCGS has graded 87 in MS-65, 7 in MS-66 and 2 in MS-67. Estimated Value $3,300 - 3,800. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $5,175
Lot 2015		1894-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Mottled light toning on both sides. A popular semi-key date (PCGS # 7232) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,438
Lot 2016		1895 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 62 PQ. A predominantly white and shimmering proof with fully reflective fields. There is a light degree of cleaning that occurred long ago and this has left even hairlines in the fields of both the obverse and reverse. The devices are high quality and lacking any distracting scratches or impairments. A faint horizontal scuff on the cheek is the only mark on either Liberty or the eagle worth mentioning. Attractive light golden toning is seen in the periphery of the obverse and reverse. In terms of appearance, this proof example is in our opinion more attractive than many of the darkly toned lower grade proofs. The 1895 Proof Morgan dollar is a classic rarity in the Morgan Dollar series and often referred to as the "King" of the series. A proof only issue with a mintage of 880. There is a reported mintage of 12,000 business strikes for the 1895 Morgan dollar but not a single business strike example has ever surfaced. It is believed that the entire mintage of business strikes was melted during the 1918-1920 time frame as a result of the Pittman Act of 1918 (PCGS # 7330) . Estimated Value $25,000 - 35,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $39,100
Lot 2017		1895-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55 PQ. The 1895-O is an undervalued and "sleeper" date in choice AU. Pure white and microgranular surfaces characterize this lustrous and choice example. The fields are unabraded and in a condition of high enough quality that luster rolls across the fields, brow and cheek. A slight amount of friction on the cheek and eagle's breast confirm the AU status but look closely because we feel this specimen is more accurately described as AU-58. With true mint state examples easily realizing prices in the $10,000 range, a correctly graded and appealing AU-55 to AU-58 is a smart purchase (PCGS # 7236) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,400. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,220
Lot 2018		1895-O Morgan Dollar. EF-45. Perhaps cleaned and retoned years ago, still quite decent for the grade. Estimated Value $550 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $661
Lot 2019		1895-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded VF-35. Another low mintage "key date" issue that is almost never found higher than AU58. Only 450,000 were produced at the New Orleans mint. Medium hairlines from an old cleaning. Some light golden toning in the obverse periphery. Estimated Value $425 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $437
Lot 2020		1895-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. A pure white and choice specimen boasting seldom seen qualities for this issue. The fields are reflective and a little stronger than the classification "semi-reflective" would imply. Light die polish lines can be observed on the obverse and reverse. The strike is strong for the most part with only a small amount of weakness above the ear. Liberty's device is frosty and minimally abraded, further adding to the choice status of this coin. Only 400,000 Morgan dollars were struck at the San Francisco Mint in 1895 and examples are rarely encountered above MS64. Bidders should pay close attention to the original and untouched nature of the present example. In its current condition, this 1895-S is a very pleasing example of this semi-key date. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 7238) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,200. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,888
Lot 2021		1895-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. The slightest touch of friction with semi proof-like surfaces. Popular semi-key date (PCGS # 7238) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,013
Lot 2022		1896 Morgan Dollar. Mint State 60 to Mint State 63. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $400 - 440. View details	Realized $403
Lot 2023		1896-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. A scarce Morgan Dollar in mint state, this piece being a nice original example. The strike on this piece is significantly above average for a 1896-O and both obverse and reverse are predominantly white, lustrous and appealing (PCGS # 7242) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,645
Lot 2024		1896-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-61. An elusive issue and one that rarely comes finer than the Mint State 63 level. The present example is white, lustrous and seems like it should be graded a point higher. A tick mark is present just above star 3. An affordable and choice example of this tough New Orleans issue. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 7242) . Estimated Value $950 - 1,050. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,553
Lot 2025		1896-O Morgan Dollar. NGC graded MS-60. A frosty mint example, untoned and a candidate for an upgrade. Quite scarce in strictly uncirculated condition. Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2026		1896-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. Lustrous and untoned with a very minimal amount of abrasions. The hair above the ear is stronger than normal, this issue being well known as coming with a weak strike in this area. High quality uncirculated examples that include a definitive strike are rare and we feel the current example will receive lofty bidding. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,800. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,760
Lot 2027		1896-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded AU-55. A scarce issue that most likely had its entire mintage put into circulation. Bright, lustrous and well struck with an AU-55 obverse and an AU-58+ reverse. Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $805
Lot 2028		Morgan Dollar. 1897. PCGS graded Proof 61 PQ. A glittering white proof example with fewer light hairlines as one would expect for a PR-61 grade. Only 731 proofs were made (PCGS # 7332) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,265
Lot 2029		1897-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. A better than average strike with original antique toning on the obverse. The reverse is mostly white with light golden toning around the edges. A decidedly rare coin in the Mint State grades (PCGS # 7248) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,450
Lot 2030		1897-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. Blast white with lustrous, microgranular surfaces. Original mint frost is abundant on this flashy example (PCGS # 7248) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,760
Lot 2031		Blazing White Gem 1898 Proof Morgan. NGC graded Proof 66 Cameo. Sharp contrast between heavily frosted devices and deeply mirrored fields. Liberty's cheek and neck are pristine, possessing softly shifting velvety luster. As is to be expected, all details on the obverse and reverse are fully brought up by multiple impressions of the dies. For the Cameo designation, we would have to say this specimen is far above average! Mint records indicate that 735 proofs were produced this year, near the average number for this decade, but only a handful exist in this technical grade combined with the Cameo designation. NGC population of 9 in PR66CAM, 2 in PF67CAM and 5 in PF68CAM. Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,900
Lot 2032		1898 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Pristine surfaces have retained their full mint frost and whiteness. Well struck and immaculate. Only a tiny diagonal tick mark near the lower jaw is keeping this superb gem from a higher grade. Estimated Value $525 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $920
Lot 2033		1898-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. A pristine blast white example that is close to perfection thus our Premium Quality designation (PCGS # 7254) . Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2034		1898-O Morgan Dollar. NGC graded MS-64 Star. Wonderful, intense lines of parallel toning on the upper half of the reverse. Top notch wild toning. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $575
Lot 2035		1898-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 Prooflike. Well struck and totally white. Population of 23 with only 2 higher by a point (PCGS # 7257) . Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $690
Lot 2036		1898-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. Well struck and entirely white. The condition neck is gem, as is almost every other facet of this example (PCGS # 7256) . Estimated Value $450 - 550. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,553
Lot 2037		1899-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. An issue that is always readily available in the lower uncirculated grades but becomes quite scarce in gem condition in relation to other late-date "S" mint Morgans. A well struck, lustrous and unquestionably gem specimen. Housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder (PCGS # 7262) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,495
Lot 2038		1899-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. A frosty untoned mint example (PCGS # 7262) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $575
Lot 2039		1900 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo PQ. A brilliant white and flashy proof that is best described as a near-gem to gem specimen with light cabinet friction on the cheek and neck, resulting in a conservative net grade of Proof 63. The fields are fully reflective, untoned and radiating with metal flow lines. Aside from the cabinet friction, Liberty's device is otherwise gem in condition with delicate frost. The eagle is untouched, pristine and stands out boldly against the fields. Mintage of 912 proofs this year. PCGS population of 3 in PR-63CAM, 8 in PR-64CAM, 4 in PR-65CAM and 4 in PR-66CAM (PCGS # 87335) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,415
Lot 2040		1900 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Superb eye appeal. Unstoppable luster makes it hard to notice the other strong qualities of this piece. The expected weakness is found on the obverse stars. An almost entirely white superb gem! PCGS population of 397 in MS-66 with only 12 in MS-67 (PCGS # 7264) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $805
Lot 2041		1900-O Morgan Dollar. O over CC. PCGS graded MS-65. A white, frosty and lustrous gem. A Top 100 Variety displaying a bold "O" over a faint "CC". An original and desirable example housed in an old PCGS green label, fat letter holder. PCGS population of 509 in MS65, 60 in MS66 and 2 in MS67. Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,530
Lot 2042		1900-O Morgan Dollar. O over CC. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck and totally white (PCGS # 7268) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,035
Lot 2043		1900-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A frosty mint gem. PCGS reports 343 in this grade with 79 in MS-66 and 1 in MS-67 (PCGS # 7270) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,035
Lot 2044		1901 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Deep, watery fields that are completely reflective and uninhibited. From 12:00 to 2:00, iridescent toning has settled into the letters. This same toning exists on the reverse in the periphery but it is a shade lighter. Liberty's device is white and untouched and stands out in cameo definition against the "black ice" effect of the fields. The reverse can be identified by a small mint-made planchet depression just left of O of ONE. PCGS has graded only 3 in PR65 CAM with only 3 in PR-66 CAM. A magnificent and original gem proof and noticeably choice for the grade! (PCGS # 87336) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,613
Lot 2045		1901 Morgan Dollar. NGC graded MS-63. A challenging issue from the beginning of the 20th century. Better-than-average device detail and luster for an issue that is known to have weakness and dullness. The lettering and stars do display weakness, heaviest on the obverse where some of the letters actually appear concave. A scattering of planchet depressions is noted on the cheek and lower jawline. The originality and abrasion-free surfaces of this specimen are seldom seen. Very scarce to rare in this higher mint state grade. NGC population of 75 in MS-63, 11 in MS-64 and 4 in MS-65 as finest. Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $8,625
Lot 2046		1901 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. Mostly white with hints of golden toning, strongest at 12:00 on the obverse. A VAM-1 variety for the date, one characterized by a fairly strong strike and a closed 9 in the date. Satiny surfaces possess crisp luster that rolls along the fields and devices smoothly. Two small surfaces scuffs right of Liberty's' mouth are the only marks that are noticeable or could be considered "out-of-place". On the reverse there is a small spot above the O of OF near the rim. The eagle's breast feathers are a tad weak but the overall appearance of the reverse is very choice. A very light film has settled on the obverse and reverse and a quick dip seems like it would be beneficial. PCGS has graded 156 in MS-62, 78 in MS-63, 17 in MS-64 and 3 in MS-65 as finest. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder and very scarce this nice! Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,900
Lot 2047		1901 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded AU-58. Nice original toning on both sides. This one is just a whisper away from full Mint State (PCGS # 7272) . Estimated Value $800 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2048		1901-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck and lustrous. There is a wipe on the lower cheek, but otherwise a predominantly white coin. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder. Estimated Value $475 - 500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $546
Lot 2049		1902 Morgan Dollar. NGC graded Proof 63. A film of delicate golden and light violet toning graces the borders and rims on both sides. A total of 777 proofs were made. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,150. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,013
Lot 2050		1902 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Intensely lustrous steel-gray surfaces that have a satiny texture. A light film rests on both the obverse and reverse and appears that a quick dip could alleviate this condition. The 1902 is a scarcer late date Morgan and this gem example is fresh and appealing. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder. Estimated Value $350 - 375. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $357
Lot 2051		1902-O Morgan Dollar. MS-61 to MS-64. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $400 - 440. View details	Realized $322
Lot 2052		1902-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. White with some light chalky film here and there. Slight strike weakness above the ear and on the breast of the eagle, typical for this issue (PCGS # 7282) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $748
Lot 2053		1902-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Sparkling white and near-gem in condition. The 1902-S dollar becomes conditionally rare in gem quality with only 193 graded by PCGS in all gem grades. Housed in an old PCGS green label holder (PCGS # 7282) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,208
Lot 2054		1902-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Lustrous and well-struck for the most part. Slight weakness is noted on the hair above the ear and the eagle's breast. Light planchet striations across Liberty and heavy planchet striations on central reverse, commonly encountered on this issue. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $776
Lot 2055		1902-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. Clean, white fields with a satiny texture. A challenging late-date issue, especially in this near-gem condition (PCGS # 7282) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $891
Lot 2056		1903-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A boldly struck, white gem with strongly reflective fields, bordering on prooflike status (PCGS # 7286) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $661
Lot 2057		1903-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. Brilliant white and intense steel gray surfaces. Uncontainable luster completely encompasses both the obverse and reverse. A single scuff mark right of star 5 in field. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $546
Lot 2058		1903-O Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A very faint ring of champagne toning outlines white and frosty surfaces and devices (PCGS # 7286) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $546
Lot 2059		1903-S Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. A white gem example of an issue that is scarce in mint state. The surfaces and devices have a frosty appearance and the quality of the luster is fantastic. We note some light scuffing on the neck and above star 1 in the field. This is a VAM-3 variety with the mintmark tilted to the left. The 1903-S had a mintage over 1 million pieces, 1,241,000 to be exact, but the survival rate is low in mint state and in gem, the 1903-S is seriously rare. PCGS has graded 199 in MS-64, 103 in MS-65, 25 in MS-66 and 3 in MS-67 (PCGS # 7288) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. The Michael M. Magdic Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,728

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