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Sale 54

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction


The Tom Kelly Collection of Cal. Gold - Cont'd
 
 
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Lot 2164
1876 Half Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1065. Rarity 5. PCGS graded MS-63. The reverse exhibits rich golden-orange toning while the obverse displays more subdued golden colors. Nice mirrorlike surfaces. The plate coin for the second edition of Breen-Gillio. Pop 13; 13 finer, 9 in 64, 4 in 65 (PCGS # 10894) .
Estimated Value $450 - 500.
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$460
Lot 2165
1880/70 Half Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1067. Low Rarity 4. NGC graded MS-64. Both sides display golden and olive green hues. Flashy semi-reflective fields further the appeal of this near gem example. Pop 1; none finer at NGC .
Estimated Value $500 - 550.
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Lot 2166
1880/70 Half Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1067. Low Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-63. Sensational rich golden hues with a touch of sea green iridescence. Great eye appeal. Flashy mirrorlike surfaces on both sides. Pop 23; 29 finer, 24 in 64, 5 in 65 (PCGS # 10896) .
Estimated Value $420 - 460.
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Lot 2167
1881 Half Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1069. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-63. Old Green Holder. Golden and subtle green colors blanket both sides. Pop 18; 14 finer, 11 in 64, 3 in 65 (PCGS # 10898) .
Estimated Value $460 - 500.
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Lot 2168
1881 Half Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1070. Rarity 5. PCGS graded AU-55. Old Green Holder. The obverse displays warm golden colors with a touch of magenta on the Indian's portrait. The reverse exhibits golden tones and nice luster in the protected areas, with a few crosshatch hairlines in the field consistent with the grade. Pop 1; 27 finer (PCGS # 10899) .
Estimated Value $280 - 320.
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Lot 2169
"1852" Half Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1076. Low Rarity 6. PCGS graded MS-63. Mesmerizing golden tones are evenly spread throughout on both sides. A hint of bluish iridescence can be seen as well, primarily on the reverse. Nice prooflike surfaces, some hairlines. The plate coin for the second edition of Breen-Gillio. Pop 9; 7 finer, 6 in 64, 1 in 66 (PCGS # 10905) .
Estimated Value $460 - 500.
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$518
Lot 2170
1871 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1104. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-63. Marvelous multi-colored toning is evident on both sides. The obverse displays golden-orange and shades of lavender speckled throughout. The reverse exhibits intense golden hues and an inkling of magenta. The rough appearance of the portrait points to insufficient die pressure to strike the design completely, a common occurrence. Pop 10; 11 finer, 8 in 64, 3 in 65 (PCGS # 10915) .
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500.
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$1,449
Lot 2171
1868 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1105. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-61. Old Green Holder. Hypnotic golden-orange hues grace both sides of this attractive mint state example. Glittering prooflike surfaces are evident as well. Pop 3; 29 finer, 11 in 62, 10 in 63, 8 in 64 (PCGS # 10916) .
Estimated Value $1,050 - 1,150.
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$1,208
Lot 2172
1868 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1105. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded AU-55. Attractive subtle golden toning on both sides. We note a couple minor reverse scratches and rough areas blurring the central legends. Pop 4; 35 finer (PCGS # 10916) .
Estimated Value $550 - 600.
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$575
Lot 2173
1869 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1106. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded AU-58. Lovely glowing golden-orange tones cover both sides of this near mint state example. Significant luster is visible in the protected areas. Weak center on reverse. Pop 8; 41 finer (PCGS # 10917) .
Estimated Value $700 - 750.
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Lot 2174
1869 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1106. High Rarity 4. Sharpness of EF-40. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $200 - 225.
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Lot 2175
1870 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1107. Rarity 5. Sharpness of MS-60. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $400 - 450.
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Lot 2176
1870 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1108. Rarity 7. Sharpness of EF-40. Fascinating multi-colored toning. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $500 - 550.
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$788
Lot 2177
1871 Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1109. Low Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-63. Both sides display subdued golden hues and attractive lustrous surfaces. The reverse fields exhibit a degree of reflectivity. All one-dollar denominations are desirable, regardless of they fall in the Rarity charts. Pop 13; 7 finer in 64 (PCGS # 10920) .
Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400.
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$1,380
Lot 2178
1876 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1113. Rarity 7. Sharpness of EF-40. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $150 - 160.
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$391
Lot 2179
1870 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1118. Low Rarity 5. Sharpness of AU-50. An attractive example of this "goofy head" variety. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $500 - 550.
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$506
Lot 2180
1872 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1119. High Rarity 5. PCGS graded AU-58. Old Green Holder. Both sides show evidence of toning. The obverse coloration is more dramatic than the reverse. Nice semi-reflective fields. Pop 2; 27 finer (PCGS # 10930) .
Estimated Value $700 - 750.
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Lot 2181
1872 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1120. Low Rarity 5. PCGS graded MS-64. Maker: Christopher (Christoph) Ferdinand Mohrig. Obverse: Same as BG-1119. Subtle golden tones and flashy mirrorlike fields characterize this appealing near gem specimen. Among the top dozen or so examples of this desirable Indian octagonal dollar issue. Pop 12; 1 finer in 65 (PCGS # 10931) .
Estimated Value $1,850 - 1,950.
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Lot 2182
1873/2 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1121. Low Rarity 7. NGC graded MS-63. The 2 in the date on the die was crudely altered into a 3 by the maker, leaving (at best) a blob for the date! One of the few Breen-Gillio pairings to feature a period after the date. An attractive example of this exceedingly rare variety. Lovely golden shades are evident on both sides with ample luster confirming the MS63 grade. An important offering since: Pop 1; none finer at NGC. This is the only example graded by NGC for the variety.
Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,000.
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Lot 2183
1873 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1123. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-62. Soothing golden toning and sparkling semi-reflective surfaces are evident on both sides. We note a minor obverse scratch behind the Indian's portrait. An attractive mint state example of the variety. The plate coin for the second edition of Breen-Gillio (to illustrate State I). Struck from perfect reverse dies, without the crack on from the rim to the wreath left of DOLLAR. Pop 15; 20 finer (PCGS # 10934) .
Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400.
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Lot 2184
1874 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1124. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-64. One of several examples of this variety provided us by the consignor, the fields and devices are predominantly untoned. This appealing near gem specimen stretches the limites of its grade with dazzling mirrorlike surfaces that compare favorably with the MS65 example listed in the PCGS roster. An attractive example of this highly sought after variety. Variety discovered by David Proskey or John W. Scott and first published in 1884. One of the top nine examples certified by PCGS. Pop 8; 1 finer in 65 (PCGS # 10935) .
Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000.
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$2,300
Lot 2185
1874 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1124. High Rarity 4. PCGS graded AU-53. Pleasing golden hues and underlying semi-reflective surfaces are noticeable on both sides. Numerous hairlines in the fields. Pop 3; 54 finer (PCGS # 10935) .
Estimated Value $600 - 650.
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$604
Lot 2186
1874 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1124. High Rarity 4. Sharpness of AU-50. Scratched. Lovely golden toning.
Estimated Value $300 - 350.
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$403
Lot 2187
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1125. Low Rarity 5. PCGS graded MS-64. Old Green Holder. Maker: Christopher (Christoph) Ferdinand Mohrig. Reverse: Same as BG-1120. Beautiful golden toning together with shimmering semi-prooflike surfaces make this lustrous, near gem quite appealing. Pop 15; 1 finer in 65 (PCGS # 10936) .
Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300.
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$2,645
Lot 2188
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1126. Rarity 5. PCGS graded MS-62. Golden hues and a trifle of rose coloration can be seen on both sides. Semi-reflective fields provide all the luster needed to entice bidders. Nice eye appeal. Pop 8; 9 finer, 7 in 63, 2 in 64 (PCGS # 10937) .
Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700.
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Lot 2189
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1126. Rarity 5. PCGS graded MS-60. Enchanting rich golden toning coupled with shimmering mirrorlike fields make this Uncirculated example quite appealing. The reverse shows the shattering cited in California Pioneer Fractional Gold, indicating that this may be one of the middle to late states known of the dies. An important rarity for the specialist. Pop 2; 18 finer (PCGS # 10937) .
Estimated Value $1,450 - 1,550.
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Lot 2190
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1127. Rarity 4. NGC graded MS-61. Lovely subdued golden coloration on both sides. Luster is evident in the protected areas of the devices. Reasonably well struck for a variety that is known for its central weakness. Pop 2; 4 finer, 2 in 62, 1 in 63, 1 in 64.
Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200.
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$1,139
Lot 2191
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1127. Rarity 4. PCGS graded AU-58. The obverse is primarily untoned with a touch of color here and there while the reverse exhibits golden-orange and rose shades. Both sides display underlying mirrorlike surfaces. Pop 14; 47 finer (PCGS # 10938) .
Estimated Value $900 - 950.
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Lot 2192
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1127. Rarity 4. PCGS graded AU-53. Both sides are nicely toned, exhibiting golden hues and shades of rose with luster still apparent around the devices. Pop 4; 72 finer (PCGS # 10938) .
Estimated Value $850 - 900.
Ex: Bass Collection The Tom Kelly Collection.

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Lot 2193
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1127. Rarity 4. Sharpness of VF-20. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $250 - 275.
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Lot 2194
1875 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1127. Rarity 4. Sharpness of VF-20. Cleaned and worn as jewelry.
Estimated Value $130 - 140.
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$265
Lot 2195
1876/5 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1129. Rarity 4. PCGS graded MS-63. Great eye appeal! Glowing golden-orange tones are emphasized beautifully by the intense prooflike surfaces on both sides. A light scuff in the field at the second star. From the same dies as BG-1128, but the reverse has seen some strengthening of details and adding of others by the die maker. Pop 16; 11 finer in 64 (PCGS # 10940) .
Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700.
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$1,668
Lot 2196
1876/5 Dollar Octagonal Indian. Breen and Gillio-1129. Rarity 4. Sharpness of AU-50. Cleaned.
Estimated Value $300 - 350.
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$368
Lot 2197
1870 Dollar Round Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1203. Low Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-64 PL. G above date for the maker, Robert B. Gray & Co. An exquisite example of this popular Round Liberty dollar variety. Truly a magnificent near gem specimen with impressive detail and flashy prooflike fields. A rare California gold dollar, especially in this remarkable grade. It also happens to be the finest example graded by NGC: Pop 1; none finer at NGC.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000.
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$8,625
Lot 2198
1871 Dollar Round. Breen and Gillio-1204. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ Rarity 5. Old green holder. Light gold toning with reflective surfaces. Desirable Robert B. Gray issue whose large G manufacturer's mark is prominent in the space between the neck truncation and the date on these. Scarce. Pop 10; 4 finer in 63. (PCGS # 10949) .
Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000.
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$3,680
Lot 2199
1870 Dollar Round Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1205. High Rarity 4. NGC graded MS-61. A lustrous untoned example of this peculiar "goofy head" variety. Some light marks exist, as is typical for the grade, but none too distracting. A pleasing Uncirculated specimen. Pop 2; 1 finer in 62.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300.
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$3,450
Lot 2200
1872 Dollar Round Indian. Breen and Gillio-1207. Rarity 4. NGC graded MS-62 PL. Maker: Christopher (Christoph) Ferdinand Mohrig. Captivating rich golden hues cover both sides beautifully. The prooflike surfaces add quite nicely to the eye appeal. The second to the last Period Two variety, from the same obverse die as the BG-1208 "Token" variety. Sharply struck except for the 87 in the date which is still complete. Pop 3; 3 finer, 2 in 63, 1 in 65.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,800.
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Lot 2201
"1855" Quarter Dollar Round Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1302 PCGS Ungraded. Rarity 3. Both sides are toned. "Kroll".
Estimated Value $100 - 150.
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$104
Lot 2202
"1863" Dollar Octagonal Liberty. Breen and Gillio-1307A PCGS Ungraded. Rarity 1. Our grade is sharpness of AU. Primarily untoned with a splash of golden hues here and there on both sides. "Kroll".
Estimated Value $150 - 200.
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$207






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