Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 42

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

Nickels

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 2490		1866 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Mostly untoned, the spot-free surface glows from the nickel-bright sheen of color. Designs were by the noted mint engraver, James B. Longacre, who is also responsible for the Indian cent. Pop 125; 28 finer in 66. (PCGS # 3790) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,128
Lot 2491		1866 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. The date may be a touch lightly struck, but the nod goes to the swimming luster of this well maintained early With Rays Shield nickel. A gem. Pop 125; 28 finer in 66. (PCGS # 3790) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,840
Lot 2492		1867 Shield Nickel. Rays. PCGS graded MS-64. Unevenly struck at the rims (the rays on the reverse caused the dies to deteriorate rapidly, which is why the mint removed them in mid-1867). Smooth luster finish; lightly toned. Pop 128; 28 finer; 24 in 65; 3 in 66; 1 in 67 (PCGS # 3791) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $742
Lot 2493		No Date Shield Nickel MINT ERROR. NGC graded XF-45 15% Off Center Unusual to say the least, and one that will attract a lot of attention from Error Coin specialists. Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2494		1869 Shield Nickel. NGC graded MS-65. A shimmering white gem with bold relief on the shield lines and leaf veins. Pop 84; 16 finer; 12 in 66; 1 in 66 Star; 2 in 67; 1 in 67 Star. (PCGS # 3796) . Estimated Value $500 - 525. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 2495		1871 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 67 Cameo. Star. A highly lustrous Superb Gem Proof with brilliant surface on both sides, all of which is underpinned by strong satin freshness on the shield and other devices. Struck from typically-sharp Proof dies that imported a needle-sharp relief, especially at the shield stripes and leaves. Scarce. Approximately 960 Proofs struck. Pop 3; none finer (PCGS # 3825) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $12,075
Lot 2496		1878 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 66 Cameo. A brilliant steel-white gem example. An unbelievably lustrous gem whose sizzling cartwheels mimic a business strike with prooflike tendencies. The reverse and obverse centers play host to a razor-sharpness that is always appreciated by buyers, plus originality the stronger buyers will pay up front for. In short, a lovely coin, one that certainly meets the qualifications for the grade. A total of 2350 Proofs struck for this Proof-only year. Pop 9; 3 finer in 67 (PCGS # 3832) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,750. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 2497		1878 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lovely light golden toning on both sides. This being a Proof-only date, one of two in the series and always commanding a lot of attention. Only 2,350 Proofs struck (PCGS # 3832) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 2498		1879 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. A glittering gem proof with a hint of light golden toning. A total of 3200 proofs struck. Pop 155; 70 in 66, 14 in 67 (PCGS # 3833) . Estimated Value $575 - 625. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 2499		1880 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 67. A superb gem proof with a hint of light golden toning. A total of 3955 proofs struck. In an old green label holder. Pop 15; none finer (PCGS # 3835) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,668
Lot 2500		1880 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 66 Cameo. A superb brilliant untoned cameo gem. A high degree of mirror sparkle distinguishes the satiny to Proof surfaces from others of the date which are less pulsating even though in technically similar grade. Collectors familiar with the 1879-81 issue will recognize this difference at once. Pop 31; 21 finer (PCGS # 3835) . Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2501		1880 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lightly toned with gleaming surface throughout. A total of 3,955 Proofs were issued this scarcer year. Pop 293; 121 in 66, 15 in 67 (PCGS # 3835) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $575
Lot 2502		1881 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 67. Star. A faint touch of light rainbow toning adds to this coin's appeal. Unstoppable luster erupts flamboyantly beneath this color, while the strike is strong including all areas of the shield, leaves, and stars. One of the most impressive we've seen. Pop 2; 1 finer in 68 (PCGS # 3836) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2503		1881 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Mostly untoned. Well struck. An splendid array of rich nickel gray color covers the surfaces of this lovely gem from 1881. A low-mintage year. Only 3,575 Proofs struck. Pop 142; 22 in 67. (PCGS # 3836) . Estimated Value $750 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $776
Lot 2504		1881 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded MS-63. Natural light toning on both sides. Low mintage date as only 68,800 were struck for circulation. Pop 17; 72 finer (PCGS # 3811) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834
Lot 2505		1882 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Lightly toned, a resplendent Gem Mint State. Unusual to find this fresh and spot-free. Pop 68; 4 finer in 67. (PCGS # 3812) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,150. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,265
Lot 2506		1882 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 66. Delicate golden toning adds to its appeal. A total of 3100 Proofs were made. Pop 213; 38 finer. Estimated Value $700 - 750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $776
Lot 2507		1882 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Nice colorful pastel toning from long, careful preservation away from injury. Without doubt the most visually striking feature of this Gem is its bold detail. Full swirling frosted-mirrors on both sides, too. Only 3,100 Proofs struck (PCGS # 3837) . Estimated Value $550 - 575. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 2508		1883 Shield Nickel. NGC graded Proof 67. A lovely untoned example of the last year Shield nickels were minted, razor-sharp on all devices. Utterly superb preservation! 5,419 proofs struck. Pop 42; 1 finer in 68. (PCGS # 3838) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,208
Lot 2509		1883 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Just a hint of natural tone starting to form. Meticulous strike on every device, including shield and all leaf veins. Pop 181; 20 in 67 (PCGS # 3838) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $805
Lot 2510		1883 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. A brilliant Gem Proof. In order to improve the country's coin designs, the Mint replaced the shield nickel it with the "V" or Liberty Type in 1883. 5,419 Proofs struck of the shield Type (PCGS # 3838) . Estimated Value $550 - 600. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2511		1883/2 Shield Nickel. NGC graded AU-58. Very clear overdate. Pop 6; 23 finer. Estimated Value $900 - 950. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,955
Lot 2512		1883 Liberty Nickel. Without "CENTS". NGC graded MS-67. Star. We note the holder is mislabled. A nice white gem. The surfaces are untoned, oscillating with silvery nickel-bright color, and quite prooflike. Full, bold transfer from the die to planchet seen in the contrasting frosted devices, with everything superb, including the key "67" grade from NGC (PCGS # 3841) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,530
Lot 2513		1884 Liberty Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65 Cameo. A nice almost fully untoned example. Bold strike on all devices, including the stars. Only 3,942 Proofs struck. Pop 25; 36 finer. (PCGS # 3882) . Estimated Value $550 - 600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $546
Lot 2514		1888 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. A Premium Quality example housed in an old green holder. A satiny gem with richly imbued luster that graces the frosty pale nickel-gray surfaces. Nicely struck for the date, indeed, about as fine as this elusive 1888 issue is ever found. Charles Barber would have loved this one! (PCGS # 3849) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,898
Lot 2515		1889 Liberty Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65. Light golden toning; somewhat flatly struck on the stars and Liberty's forhead hair, but crisp and bold elsewhere. The lower left ear of corn in the wreath is flat (PCGS # 3887) . Estimated Value $450 - 475. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $528
Lot 2516		1891 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Lightly toned. Scarce date in Gem condition. Pop 63; 12 finer in 66 (PCGS # 3852) . Estimated Value $750 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834
Lot 2517		1892 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with nice even light pastel toning. A scarcer year in this grade, several of the dates in the 1890s are much more elusive in Gem quality Mint State than they are in Gem Proof (PCGS # 3853) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,050. View details Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2518		1894 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck and attractively toned, the surface gleaming with fresh mint frost. Pop 42; 19 finer in 66. (PCGS # 3855) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,050. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,495
Lot 2519		1894 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Another attractively toned and well struck example. Pop 95; 61 finer; 42 in 65; 19 in 66. (PCGS # 3855) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $661
Lot 2520		1897 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 66. Housed in an old green holder. Light golden toning. Only 1,938 coins struck in Proof, this is an impressive boldly struck Gem. Pop 58; 19 in 67, 1 in 68 (PCGS # 3895) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $690
Lot 2521		1906 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lovely natural toning on both sides, some of them pastels. A Gem. 1,725 Proofs struck. Pop 84, 51 finer; 10 in 67. (PCGS # 3904) . Estimated Value $450 - 475. Ex: The Brentwood Park Estate. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $633
Lot 2522		1908 Liberty Nickel. NGC graded Proof 65. A flashy white coin whose mirror finish sparkles. 1.620 Proofs struck. Pop 103; 78 finer. (PCGS # 3906) . Estimated Value $450 - 475. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 2523		1912 Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Lovely golden colors on both sides much more attractive than even the flattering photos show. Pop 146; 22 finer in 66. (PCGS # 3873) . Estimated Value $475 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $575
Lot 2524		1912-D Liberty Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. A far better than average struck example with the stars nice and sharp. The frosty mint surfaces are delicately toned (PCGS # 3874) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $748
Lot 2525		1913 Buffalo Nickel. Type 2. PCGS graded Proof 65. Boldly struck with a hint of light gold tone. While Proof Type 2s are occasionally available through the near-Gem level, Gem Proofs, because they are so rare, are categorically elusive. This is a satiny, lightly patinated survivor that is indicative of an even higher grade. Pop 89; 127 finer. (PCGS # 3990) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,725
Lot 2526		1913 Buffalo Nickel. Type 2. PCGS graded MS-66. A nice example with bold detail and swimming mint luster. Pop 147; 13 finer in 67 (PCGS # 3921) . Estimated Value $725 - 750. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $834
Lot 2527		1914/3 Buffalo Nickel. SEGS graded AU-53. Die 8/Discovery. Discovered by Ron Pope, this has the clearest evidence of an earlier 3 at the top point of the 4 in the date. A popular variety now that word has spread of its existence and the coin is listed in the Red Book (PCGS # 93924) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $719
Lot 2528		1915-S Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck with nice blue and golden colors, the sleek nickel-gray luster propels the beauty of this coin right back at the viewer. Pop 54; 23 finer in 66. (PCGS # 3929) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 2529		1915-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Nice gold and blue colors typical of the few really choice survivors of this release from the San Francisco Mint. A spot-free, bold coin (PCGS # 3929) . Estimated Value $775 - 825. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,093
Lot 2530		1916 Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. A sharply struck Premium Quality coin in an old green holder. Nicely struck with just outstanding detail at the hair braid and on the bison's shoulder, head and tail. Pop 140; 10 in 67 (PCGS # 3930) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 2531		1916 Buffalo Nickel. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-62. PCGS #06580087. Condition Census. Nicely toned. The date is a very clear double date. Very rare in this grade. Identifiable by a couple of small marks in the hair, one at the top of the head, the other directly below it a few millimeters. This sharply struck coin must rank very high in any Census of finest known examples of this key date early Buffalo nickel variety. Collectors, when they refer to it as a doubled date, should more properly realize that much more than the date is doubled, bold as the feature may be. A strong double impression of all four digits in the date is visible to the naked eye, and in addition, magnification reveals that the Indian's chin, throat and feathers are also strongly doubled. This obverse exhibits sleek nickel gray color with a blush of blue iridescence to it, nice and original in its smooth balanced appearance. The reverse is similar but with some additional golden color near the lower left edge, all this highlighting the crisp detail of the design. Legends are bold throughout, including the little motto E PLURIBUS UNUM at upper right. Interest in this historic minting error has launched like a moon-shot since it was first published in the Guide Book of United States Coins. Walter Breen assigned it its own number in his Complete Encyclopedia in 1988. Breen noted, ''Ex. rare. usually in low grades.'' This brief statement is echoed in the major grading services' census figures. PCGS has encapsulated more than 100 examples but only a few were in Mint State: NGC has handled more than half that number of examples, but again only a handful in Mint State. This enticing piece must be near the top in terms of aesthetic appeal and future appreciation by numismatists, young and old! Pop 3; 2 finer in 64 (PCGS # 3931) . Historic note: The Mint finally addressed some of the Buffalo nickel's basic design deficiencies beginning this year. A new obverse hub was used exclusively for 1916 and all subsequent dates. The word LIBERTY was more deeply incised, eliminating its tendency to blend with the coin's field. Estimated Value $130,000 - 140,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $163,300
Lot 2532		1916-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-66. Nice bold strike. The most desirable grades among survivors of this S-mint delivery are above MS65, but then they are usually all but unobtainable. Nevertheless, a Mint State 66 example is what this marvelous specimen is; while not to be cataloged as "rare" per se, the coin is almost worthy of that description. It has an above average strike, is sharply defined including (not excluding) the detail over the bison's highpoints such as the shoulder, head and horn, rear-end muscle structure and split tail end. The eye appeal just gets better and better, and is the feature that is most precisely explained by a lack of outwardly distracting blemishes or spotting. Glistening satin luster to be sure, with a touch of toning iridescence making for an attractive condition-rarity. Pop 28; 4 finer in 67 (PCGS # 3933) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,060
Lot 2533		1916-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. Lightly toned and well struck. A glittering pale golden to nickel bright Gem with smooth luster, a bold strike, and eye appeal that just won't quit! Pop 74; 32 finer, 28 in 66, 4 in 67 (PCGS # 3933) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,070
Lot 2534		1917-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. A nicely struck gem example with intense luster and a hint of delicate light toning on both sides. Pop 80; 22 in 66 (PCGS # 3936) . Estimated Value $3,300 - 3,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,565
Lot 2535		1918-D Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck with excellent detail throughout and all lightly toned. Pop 21; 1 in 65*, 6 in 66. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,875
Lot 2536		1918/7-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded VG-10. A popular key date. Lightly toned and a clear overdate that is much sharper than just about any other seen on a "Very Good" buffalo nickel of this variety. Should please just about every bidder who views it. Expect strong bidding competition (PCGS # 3939) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,955
Lot 2537		1918/7-D Buffalo Nickel. SEGS graded EF-40. Micro roughness. Our grade is Fine 15 with rough surfaces. The key date in the series regardless of condition, there is always a buyer to be found at a fair market price (PCGS # 3939) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,610
Lot 2538		1919-S Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-64. Nice original toning on both sides. A frosty, satiny specimen with extra spot-free cartwheel luster on both sides. Nicely struck as well, and most unusual for the 1919-S date, with just a hint of weakness at the bison's head, but otherwise a full split tail and sharp horn. Scarce. Pop 166; 32 finer; 30 in 65; 2 in 66. (PCGS # 3943) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,565
Lot 2539		1920-D Buffalo Nickel. PCGS graded MS-65. A trifle softly struck and loaded with flashy mint luster. Delicate light sunset toning adds further to its appeal. In a first generation PCGS holder. We note the holder is a little marked-up. This beauty should attract considerable attention among Buffalo Nickel enthusiasts. Pop 45; 1 in 66 (PCGS # 3945) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,003

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