Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 41

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

Buffalo Nickels

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 990		1925-S Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-63. Lovely shades of green lilac and gold toning. Original luster still glistens through the toning on this choice specimen. The brownish gold accents cover much of the area. Struck from well-worn dies that imported a sound but not overly bold design (PCGS # 3956) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 991		1926-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Nicely toned on both sides with luster that switches back and forth between nickel brightness and lovely shades of pale blue. A nice bold strike is seen on both sides. Recall that on many (most?) 1926-D nickels, a sharp strike isn't available. Inspect it closely and see if you don't agree with our assessment. That being said, we expect to see a near-record price realized when the time comes for it to cross the auction block. Pop 23; 1 in 67 Among the finest known (PCGS # 3958) . Estimated Value $9,500 - 10,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 992		1927-S Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely light toning on both sides. Well struck. Pop 12; 1 finer in 65 Star (PCGS # 3962) . Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $10,350
Lot 993		1927-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Lovely toning on both sides. A nice strike. A hard to match array of warm golden hues enhance the surfaces of this handsome '27-S buffalo nickel. All areas of the design show nice striking detail, including that seen at the bison's shoulder on the reverse, its head and split tail. All in all, the present prize is exceptionally beautiful. We are unabashed supporters of choice quality buffalo nickels like this. They are difficult to track down. Pop 232; 20 finer in 65 (PCGS # 3962) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 994		1927-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Lovely rose and lilac toning on the obverse. The reverse shows nice rainbow toning with the desirable effect of causing anyone who views it to open his eyes wide with appreciation. A scarce date that is barely overshadowed by the 1926-S nickel in this condition. Pop 232; 20 in 65 (PCGS # 3962) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 995		1928-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. A superb well struck gem with delicate pastel toning. Struck with meticulous care by the dies, which as every long-time collector of the series realizes, isn't commonly seen on a 1928-D. An untoned Gem with excellent luster and surfaces that are free from all but the most trivial luster grazes. This is one of the best. Pop 31; none finer (PCGS # 3964) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 996		1928-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. A spot-free golden gem. All devices were struck with the usual inconsistency of this Mint by the dies that left elements of the detail soft in places, but bold in others. Pop 280; 31 finer in 66 (PCGS # 3964) . Estimated Value $700 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 997		1929 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Pop 112; 3 finer in 67. Rich steel blue toning on each side whose shimmering iridescents will awe your senses (PCGS # 3966) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,208
Lot 998		1929-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck and a rarely offered coin in such high grade. This example, illustrative of the gem quality seen in its grade class, has iridescent nickel gay surfaces beaming with luster and delicate toning. Pop 126; 41 finer, 40 in 66, 1 in 67 (PCGS # 3967) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 999		1929-S Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-67. Nice gold and light blue toning. Well struck. Pop 2; 1 finer in 67 Star (PCGS # 3968) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1000		1929-S Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-66. Star. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides. A nice strike without any spots. Utterly exquisite! Pop 2; 2 in 67, 1 in 67 star (PCGS # 3968) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1001		1929-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely golden and blue toning that enhance the beauty of the sleek luster. A spot-free gem for the connoisseur. Pop 153; 5 in 67 (PCGS # 3968) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834
Lot 1002		1930 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. A small mark on the jaw; one tiny toned spot by the mouth. Both sides put on view the distinctive "look" for this S-mint delivery: smoothly frosted surfaces, rolling cartwheel effects, and boldly struck devices. There is nothing timid about this '30-S. A golden Premium Quality gem. Pop 240; 19 finer in 67 (PCGS # 3969) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1003		1930 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Splendid steel blue toning on both sides. Frosty and sharply struck, the smooth surfaces would settle for nothing less than the MS 66 grade. Pop 240; 19 finer in 67 (PCGS # 3969) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1004		1930-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Light violet and steel blue toning. This is a blemish-free case in point of the 1930-S issue in this grade: sleek originality in color, with mint bloom that captures the full effect of the careful preservation since it was made. Pop 103; 4 finer in 67 (PCGS # 3970) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1005		1934 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-67. A superb example with uniform bluish-grey surfaces. The luster on both sides twirls with a somewhat satin texture found on only the finest-preserved examples. Superb detail. Pop 19; none finer (PCGS # 3972) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,200
Lot 1006		1934-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely rainbow toning. Pop 40; none finer (PCGS # 3973) . Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1007		1934-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Nicely toned; a lustrous gem (PCGS # 3973) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 1008		1935-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-67. Splendid steel blue toning on both sides. A coin bursting with silvery afterglow, fresh and blazing in appearance. The surfaces are clear of marks. Unlike the general run of dates in the 1930s from the branch mints of this caliber, the strike is thoroughly convincing in all places, even where some weakness is usually found at hair braid and on the bison's head. Pop 27; none finer (PCGS # 3976) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1009		1936 Buffalo Nickel. Type 1. NGC graded Proof 67 Satin. A brilliant creamy golden gem. Simply stunning quality in a 1936 Proof, the strike is noteworthy for this "satin finish" produced type. The focal features are all sharply defined, and the luster is radiant with a nice reciprocating sheen. Superb, vibrant and spot-free. Pop 136; 23 finer, 4 in 67 Star, 18 in 68, 1 in 68 Star. Only 4,420 proofs struck (PCGS # 3994) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1010		1937 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 67. A splendid two-tone gem featuring violet and electric blue colors. Immaculate surfaces underneath this marvelous toning with a suggestion of a higher grade. Pop 363; 11 finer, 10 in 68, 1 in 69. Only 5,769 proofs struck (PCGS # 3996) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,731
Lot 1011		1937 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66 PQ. A spectacular Premium Quality gem ablaze with glittering golden green hues on the obverse and turquoise hues on the reverse. Do not just shoot a quick glance at this coin when viewing the lot; take deliberate time to immerse yourself in its beauty and high quality. Worthy of a premium bid (PCGS # 3996) . Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,185
Lot 1012		1937-D Buffalo Nickel. 3 legs. PCGS graded MS-64. Even gold toning on both sides. Pop 141; 49 finer, 45 in 65, 4 in 66 (PCGS # 3982) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,900
Lot 1013		1937-D Buffalo Nickel. 3 legs. NGC graded MS-63 F.S. 020.2. Well struck and lightly toned. A original example of this unusual minting aberration! The matte-like surfaces are lightly toned rather than bright with volatile nickel-white luster, with typical appearance as though it the dies were heavily worked (which, indeed, they were). Higher quality than average for a 3-Legs buffalo nickel and easily matching or surpassing others sometimes seen in MS64 labeled grading holders (PCGS # 3982) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1014		1937-D Buffalo Nickel. 3 legs. EF-45. Cleaned and retoned, but a splendid representative of this unusual variety. Always popular among Buffalo nickel collectors (PCGS # 3982) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $891
Lot 1015		1938-D/S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-67. Delicate golden toning. A beauty, with nice snappy white nickel color streaming through on undisturbed surfaces free of discoloration or spotting. Glance at it once and the coin will be suddenly interesting to you. Pop 139; none finer (PCGS # 3985) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1016		1939-D Jefferson Nickel. PCGS graded MS-67. Lovely blue and golden colors. Pop 7; 1 finer in 69. Reverse of 1940 (PCGS # 4005) . Estimated Value $700 - 750. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $891
Lot 1017		1950 Jefferson Nickel. NGC graded MS-67 5 Full Steps. Rich rainbow toning on both sides. Popular Key Date in extraordinary condition; one of the most beautiful specimens ever auctioned. Pop 1; finest graded at NGC (PCGS # 4041) . Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,990
Lot 1018		1951 Jefferson Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66 Full Steps. Well struck with light golden toning. Nice full steps. Pop 13; tied for finest full steps at PCGS (PCGS # 84043) . Estimated Value $2,300 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1019		1953-S Jefferson Nickel. PCGS graded MS-67. Lovely rainbow toning; a dazzling gem for the connoisseur collector! Pop 1; finest graded at PCGS. No full steps graded at PCGS above MS- 65 (PCGS # 4051) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1020		1955 Jefferson Nickel. NGC graded Proof 69 Ultra Cameo. A fully brilliant gem (PCGS # 4187) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,645
Lot 1021		1955 Jefferson Nickel. NGC graded Proof 68 Ultra Cameo. A fully brilliant untoned gem (PCGS # 4187) . Estimated Value $600 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold

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