Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 47

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

Ohringer Collection $10 Gold

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 4455		1797 $10 Capped Bust. Large eagle. . BD-4, Breen-6834, T-12, long thick necked eagle with fine die cracks. NGC graded MS-61. NGC serial #1653690-005. Well struck with light golden toning. Semi reflective surfaces. Only 10,940 minted. First year of the heraldic eagle type and a rarity in the series in this outstanding condition. This variety is characterized by a "cross" star arrangement above the eagle and within the semicircle of clouds, with stars 2 through 8 aligned toward the eagle's eye. This variety is even scarcer as a late die state with the die break between ER to the leaf, as seen on this piece. This break undoubtedly led to the early discarding of this die. The surfaces have the usual bright green-gold color with traces of satiny luster intermixed with the semi-reflectiveness in the fields. Sharply struck throughout and well centered on a problem-free planchet with a few of the usual small marks on each side seen on others. That makes this piece appear choicer than the modest MS61 grade implies. The long thick necked eagle is a little know subvariety of the Large Eagle type of 1797. It has a different style eagle which makes it sort of a transitional reverse between the tall and short necked varieties. Because these devices were hubbed, the first reverse punch may have been modified to create this subvariety. The long thick neck eagle is unique to this variety, as are the other two eagles for BD-2 and BD-3. Pop 27; 17 finer; 13 in 62; 3 in 63; 1 in 64. (PCGS # 8559) . Estimated Value $65,000 - 70,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 4456		1798/7 $10 Capped Bust. 9 stars left, 4 right. . BD-1, Breen-6836c, T-9. PCGS graded AU-55. In PCGS holder 3504648. Lovely shades of gold toning with semi reflective surfaces. A highly lustrous specimen whose distinctive toning highlights the modestly frosted motifs; fields are, like several other specimens that are known in this grade, somewhat mirrored. Both 1798 overdates are greatly prized rarities in all grades. For the 9 stars left, 4 right variety the stated mintage was 900 pieces (according to the Guide Book). It should be noted that all 1798 eagles are overdates; a second variety with the stars arranged 7 left, 6 right is rarer than the offered variety. A small planchet flake is noted. It is at the tip-end of the olive branch, perhaps the most prominent identifier on the coin since everywhere else the surface seems to have missed the usual amount of surface abrasion. In the end, this is a choice coin for the AU55 grade assignment. Again, we'd like to remind collectors that it is a great American classic gold rarity, one of which only a few examples are known. Some estimates put the population at 100 examples, which seems reasonable, though many of these are off the market permanently in museums or old-time estates where they will never be offered for sale. It doesn't cost you a nickel to view this lot during the lot viewing period. But expect to pay a strong premium for the date, the rarity, and its high quality. We are sure the next owner will get a great deal of pleasure out of owning it. Pop 9; 7 finer, 4 in 58, 2 in 61, 1 in 62 (PCGS # 8560) . Estimated Value $60,000 - 70,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $66,125
Lot 4457		1799 $10 Capped Bust. Small obverse stars. . BD-7, Breen-6840, T-19. NGC graded MS-63. Light hint of golden toning. Well struck. Some luster still visable. Variety in which a well spaced 17 tilts right, and on the reverse the star is away from the beak, while star 13 is away from the ribbon. This obverse die was also used for BD-8. This is the most available eagle up to this point and also on e of the most available varieties in the series of early eagles. A beautiful coin that sums up nicely the experience of the gold satin luster on a well presented and fully struck example. It is the kind of coin that collectors expect to find in the MS63 grade. (Elusive as a Gem and better -- and extremely expensive.) Both the peripheries and the central reverse are detailed and close to 100% crisp for their sharp detail, which is a forceful reminder in a coin from this period that it is quality that counts. Pop 60; 52 finer. (PCGS # 98562) . Estimated Value $55,000 - 65,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $60,375
Lot 4458		1799 $10 Capped Bust. Small obverse stars. . BD-7, Breen-6840, T-19. PCGS graded MS-62. Frosty and lightly toned. Nicely struck. Distinguishing features include 17 in date tilted right, with star away from the beak and star 13 away from the ribbon. This small stars obverse die was used for BD-7 and BD-8. Statistics now reveal it to be the most available eagle variety up to this point and also one of the most available varieties of all early eagles. Only BD-10 of this year and BD-2 of 1801 are seen more often. The satin-like gleam of greenish golden-colored originality is safe and sound from most abrasions of measurable size. Devices are sharp in all areas, as struck, as desired by collectors, which the grading service has taken into consideration in assigning the MS62 grade. This obverse is noted for its minor die crumbling at the rim near several of the stars on the left. Pop 17; 18 finer, 11 in 63, 7 in 64 (PCGS # 98562) . Estimated Value $36,000 - 38,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $41,975
Lot 4459		1803 $10 Capped Bust. Small reverse stars. . BD-3, Breen-6844, T-28. NGC graded MS-63. Nice golden toning on both sides. A nice strike. A radiant example, choice and fully struck with gold color that rises and falls in an almost rhythmic display of warm orange-gold color. A great deal of stress is laid on the strike detail of these early tens, and this piece is well struck on all devices including the key areas such as the eagle's breast feathers and the horizontal bars and vertical stripes of the shield. An amazing survival, come to think of it, in a coin more than two hundred years young! The mintage of the Large Eagle type of Draped Bust eagles (1797-1804) is slightly more than one-third that of the half eagles of the same type, although the half eagles were struck until 1807. Also, the eagles are seen with much less frequency than the half eagles. The early eagles are some of the most prized acquisitions in all of American numismatics. There are interesting varieties within some of the dates, and surprisingly, most of the issues with the exception of 1798 can be found (with a little diligent searching) in lustrous Mint State grade. With such rare coins one can expect some more activity in these in the future. Pop 17; 5 finer in 64. (PCGS # 8565) . Estimated Value $60,000 - 70,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $71,875
Lot 4460		1804 Crosslet 4. . BD-1, Breen-6847, T-31. PCGS graded MS-61. Light adjustment marks. Lovely golden toning on both sides. Only 3,757 struck for the year. Small scratch in left obverse field. The 1804 is the final year of the early $10 Type, and is also one of the more elusive issues in the series of heraldic eagle tens, especially in mint condition. For one thing, the mintage was low: 3,757 pieces were originally produced. The striking characteristics of this piece are fairly typical for the issue, with softly defined facial features at the eye, nose and chin, minor weakness on the inner points of star 12 and several others, and bluntness on the interior of the eagle's right wing at right and the associated edge of the shield. The hair curls, however, are well defined, indeed nicer than usually seen, while and the eagle's breast feathers are almost fully complete. There is the aforementioned line in the field from the fourth star to the lower cap, as well as adjustment marks in the hair and at Liberty's chin. Both sides display glowing luster and lovely reddish gold accents. Pop 5; 4 finer, 2 in 62, 2 in 63 (PCGS # 8566) . Estimated Value $90,000 - 100,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 4461		1890 $10 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 64 Cameo. Lightly toned on both sides. Only 63 proofs struck. Despite the fairly typical production of Proofs in 1890, there are relatively few high grade examples that appear in the numismatic marketplace. Only five have been graded this high or higher at NGC. Fortunately, all of the Proofs this year show nice cameo contrast, making the Cameo designation of the present example a stable element in the grade. Beautiful deep sunset-gold color, arm's-length eye appeal and reflective "sparkle," a bold strike, plus an absence of visible distractions complete the package. Pop 2; 3 finer in 65. (PCGS # 88830) . Estimated Value $15,000 - 17,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $20,125
Lot 4462		1892 $10 Liberty. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. Mostly untoned. The reverse side shows a minor planchet streak. Mintage was fairly typical for Proofs this year, with production of 72 pieces. There are even a few high grade examples that appear in the numismatic marketplace from time to time. This choice Proof 64 shows strong cameo contrast, making the Cameo designation of the coin special. Swirling deep mirrors with at-a-glace eye appeal tends to move it towards the front of the line of others in its grade class. We conclude by observing a bold strike, plus an absence of visible distractions, again giving an edge of the competition. Any broadminded collector would jump right in with his bid, rather than lie in wait in the corner with the forlorn hope nobody will notice when it's lot number is called. Pop 2; 1 finer in 65 (PCGS # 88832) . Estimated Value $25,000 - 30,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 4463		1896 $10 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 66 Ultra Cameo PQ. CAC Approved. Lovely rich golden toning. Well struck. 78 struck. A landmark condition for an 1896 Eagle, and one delightfully fresher and purer than most because of its lovely cameo contrast. The devices are heavily frosted ("ultra") while the fields sport deeply mirrors, smooth as glass, reflective and deep, with visual beauty that boarders on extraordinary. From a Proof mintage for the date which is well within the average for the decade of the 1890s, perhaps only half that many or a few more currently reside in collections, the rest are gone. The present specimen stands high in the roster of physically attractive pieces. A sharp and appealing gem that will appeal to a wide field of collectors, especially when note is made of the following census: Pop 3; 1 finer in 66 Star. (PCGS # 8836) . Estimated Value $45,000 - 55,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $83,375
Lot 4464		1899 $10 Liberty. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo PQ. CAC Approved. PCGS serial #12805105. Light golden toning. Well struck with nice eye appeal. 86 struck. This delightful Liberty $10 Eagle continues our offering of a wonderful run of Proof U.S. 19th century and early 20th century gold coins. When a person stops to consider the fact the larger a coin's surface the more likely it is to attract abrasions, we are proud to offer this large pool of choice, gem, and super-gem specimens to study and, perchance to bid upon. This piece has superlative preservation. It is illustrative of the gem cameo quality seen in its grade class, has iridescent golden surfaces and warm toning as described in the outline above. At the same time that the luster blossoms, substantial detail reveals itself on the highpoints of this exceptional example. Razor-sharpness inside and out. Pop 1; None finer at PCGS. Just recently added to the Population Report. (PCGS # 88839) . Estimated Value $30,000 - 35,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $46,000
Lot 4465		1901 $10 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 67 Cameo. NGC serial #1869838-005. Rich orange and golden toning. Only 85 proofs struck. Any $10 Proof Gold piece is rare in Gem condition or higher. For whatever the reason, they never made many of these and few survive in high grades. This Super High-end Proof 67 coin will light up a dark room! Right up front, we'll say that it is Population 1. It is by far the finest certified to date, and it also happens that it is the only Proof 67 graded. There are no "tied with" specimens to get in the way. It has mirrors that are deep as the abyss. Sleek, swaying, the mirror-like effect pulls you right in. Considering most coins struck after 1900 have very little contrast, this beauty is nothing less than amazing! Lovely cameo contrast. There is warm peachy golden afterglow from the mirrors and they are pristine as well, completely devoid of toning spots. Liberty and the details on the eagle are perfectly drawn as well. Smacked hard by the dies, they seem to glow with thick bright deep gold frost. A spectacular coin for a one-of-a-kind Proof Gold collection. This piece offers an incredible opportunity for any collector seeking an eye popping piece to headline their set. Pop 1; None finer at NGC. (PCGS # 8841) . Estimated Value $70,000 - 80,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $74,750
Lot 4466		1903 $10 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 67. NGC serial #1785864-010. Mostly untoned and well struck. Only 96 proofs struck. The 1903 is very scarce when judged in the context of post-1900 Proof eagles. It is more difficult than the 1900, 1902, and 1904 and is almost always found in the "all brilliant" form. Akers estimates that no more than 25-30 specimens exist today, while Breen has a more liberal count of 35-40 Proofs. We tend to go with Akers' numbers since this is one of the few we have handled in a number of years. The coin is a textbook lesson in how to tell an "all-brilliant, no-contrast" coin from the Proofing method developed in the Mint after 1900. There is little or no contrast between the fields and devices. The raised portions of the design have as much die polish and brilliance as do the recesses. For pedigree purposes, a microscopic flyspeck the size of an amoeba is noted on the reverse between E and S of states. Look quickly and you'll miss it. This is the finest example thus far certified by NGC. It is the only coin in its class, which means no sharing of top honors. Pop 1; None finer at NGC. (PCGS # 8843) . Estimated Value $65,000 - 75,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 4467		1903 $10 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 66. A lovely well struck gold proof. 96 minted. This is an glorious "all brilliant" Proof, one for which the grading service reports a mere 5 pieces certified in Proof 66. Unusual is the amount and depth of the mirror finish. It sparkles deeply and can be seen flashing and resonating from across the room. Of course, collectors seeing the photos understand this 1903 is nicely struck for the date, best of all entirely so. Certainly a Proof that gets due credit where completeness of design is 100% obligatory. Pop 5; 1 finer in 67. (PCGS # 8843) . Estimated Value $40,000 - 50,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $43,700
Lot 4468		1903 $10 Liberty. NGC graded Proof 65. NGC serial #2018839-001. A blazing gem proof. Only 96 minted. Bright and lustrous, rollicking gold with deep mirrors and all-brilliant motifs. Combining here is a strong array of original flashy sparkle. (With the introduction of the 1902 Proof sets, the recessed areas of the dies were left polished by mint employees, not frosted) We concur with the healthy Proof 65 grade; moreover, we observe as have others that survivors from the Proof mintage for this date are hard-pressed to equal the fresh allure of the present coin. Put it all together and bidders are given the rare opportunity to bid for an exquisite gem. Pop 8; 6 finer; 5 in 66; 1 in 67. (PCGS # 8843) . Estimated Value $30,000 - 33,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $36,800
Lot 4469		1907 $10 Indian. Wire rim, periods. PCGS graded MS-65. Mostly untoned. Gorgeous satiny luster with impeccable surfaces, strike, color, and originality. Only 500 pieces struck. As we have commented upon before, 1907 was a watershed year in American numismatics. Tossed out were several mediocre coin designs that had outlived their usefulness. Teddy Roosevelt, spearheaded the revolution. He forced the stodgy Mint to bring its coinage design up to twentieth century standards. This was an age when politicians and statesmen were flexing the government's muscles, so to speak. America's brand-new navy, christened the Great White Fleet was steaming around the world on its grand tour as sort of a chest-pounding exercise at the time the Wire Edge tens were in production. What we were telling the other great sea powers was that America, too, was a force to be reckoned with. Regardless of one's opinion of nationalism, whether it be all mighty or all foolhardy, Theodore Roosevelt was in the vanguard of this American "awakening." These elegant Ten Dollar Pieces of 1907 by Augustus Saint-Gaudens were one of the more visible aspects of this modernization program, and should be cherished as others cherish artifacts from prior, historic openings. Pop 42; 18 finer, 15 in 66, 3 in 67 (PCGS # 8850) . Estimated Value $60,000 - 65,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $80,500
Lot 4470		1908 $10 Indian. With motto. NGC graded Proof 67. NGC serial #1847586-002. Well struck and choice. Only 116 Proofs struck. If you have yet to make an acquaintance with a Matte Proof double eagle, this is an example of the Type. In the first year the matte finish in this large $10 format is moderately sandblasted. With a glass, we are yet to find a single fault on the portrait of Liberty or the feathers of the eagle; everywhere is pristine, indeed as made, for all intents and purposes, and therefore virtually perfect. This, the Proof 67 of Proof 67s, is grade for grade one of the more impressive coins around, one which stands on the shoulders above all others in its class. Do not fear winding up your delivery to a loud tone when voicing your bid to the auctioneer. He may not look it but he's sometimes a little deaf. The mint struck and sold very few Proofs of this denomination gold coin in 1908. All were issued with the IN GOD WE TRUST motto on the reverse below the eagle's breast. Congress had listened to the criticism given the 1907 No Motto coins and had taken action over the objection of President Roosevelt who was the man responsible for eliminating the motto in the first place. By 1908, the designer Augustus Saint-Gaudens was dead, so he played no part in the proceedings. This piece very closely resembles the lower denomination Proofs of 1908, $2.50 and $5, as well as the $20 gold higher denomination, which have a coarse-grain sandblast surface. Even though these are deeper in hue than seen on 1909 and 1910 issues, there is a considerable sparkle in the sandblast texture that is visible when under a low-power magnifying glass. Pop 9; 2 finer in 68. (PCGS # 8890) . Estimated Value $65,000 - 75,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $73,600
Lot 4471		1912 $10 Indian. NGC graded Proof 66. A gorgeous Matte Proof $10 gold coin. Only 83 Proofs struck. Struck on the Mint's medal press with a satin finish and then finely sandblasted to the finish you see now, similar to the 1908 and 1911-15 Proofs. This piece is a deep orange-gold color with areas of mustard patina in the undertone. Under magnification the sandblast effect shows minute diamond sparkles the random spread of light across the surface. Razor-sharp strike, and like all those before it which we have been selected to auction, it has boldness at the centers that will amaze anyone who views it. An exemplary coin, bold, impressive. One should expect a superlative coin from this grade. There are no contact hits or copper toning spots. Few coins like it are known today, which is why this discussion includes a population ranking: Pop 7; 5 finer in 67. (PCGS # 8894) . Estimated Value $45,000 - 55,000. Ohringer Family Trust Holdings. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $62,100