Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 57

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

Small Cents

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 839		1864 Indian Head Cent. Copper-nickel. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. Only 370 Proofs minted. The obverse is delicately toned while the reverse exhibits tantalizing multi-colored shades. Struck with true scientific precision on the well frosted devices. All feathers clearly displayed. The word LIBERTY is in sharp relief on the headband as well. 1864 was something of a transition year when it comes to the Indian cent. The year opened with this thick, copper-nickel 72-grain Type. A few months later, a newer 48-grain bronze motif was introduced. Then, towards the end of 1864, the designer's initial "L" (for Longacre) was added to the ribbon end below the last feather, producing yet a third version. Pop 22; 27 finer, 21 in 65, 5 in 66, 1 in 67 (PCGS # 82265) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,323
Lot 840		1866 Indian Head Cent. NGC graded Proof 67 Red & Brown. 100% firery red obverse, the reverse a mixture of violet and red. It is a rare treat for us to be able to offer such a superb, luminous and glossy Gem Proof Indian cent. The 1866 date isn't one you see that often. Certainly it is rare as a satin cameo beauty with fully defined design features. The burst of vivid copper red on both sides, in addition to the cameo effect, almost hypnotizes your aesthetic sense with its supreme beauty! Highest NGC certified and the only one so recorded: Pop. 1; none finer. Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 841		1882 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Proof 66 Brown PQ. CAC Approved. Only 3,100 Proofs struck. A sensational Gem Proof. Loaded with pizzazz. Great eye appeal. Both sides display enchanting multi-colored iridescence. Lots of green color. Pop 29; 5 finer in 67 (PCGS # 2333) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,300
Lot 842		1884 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded Proof 66 Red. A gorgeous Gem Proof with sharply defined obverse and reverse details, well frosted, the deep rich red hue covering each side. About as needle-sharp as these are ever found, with just terrific detail in the feathers, the word LIBERTY, and the shield-topped oak wreath on the reverse. Pop 31; 10 finer (PCGS # 2341) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 843		1891 Indian 1¢. NGC graded Proof 65 Red. Lovely lilac and rose colors. Deep sharp strike, gleaming mirror fields. Only 2,350 pieces struck. Pop 10; 2 finer, 1 in 66, 1 in 66 Star. Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,380
Lot 844		1899 Indian Head Cent. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. In an old green label holder. A high degree of luster graces the bright coppery-red surfaces of this dazzling gem (PCGS # 2204) . Estimated Value $250 - 275. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $437
Lot 845		A Trio of Indian Head Cents. MS60 or better. Dates include: 1880, 1897, and 1899. All have nice mint red. Estimated Value $125 - 150. View details	Unsold
Lot 846		A Lot of Indian Head Cents. Grades range from Poor to VG. Dates range from 1880 to 1900's. A total of 201 coins. Estimated Value $100 - 110. View details	Realized $184
Lot 847		A Pair of 1897 Indian Cents. PCGS graded both MS-62 Red & Brown (PCGS # 2197) . Estimated Value $50 - 60. View details Check results on similar lots	Realized $104
Lot 848		A Trio of Punched Out Indian Cents. Consists of: 1903, 1904, and 1906. Estimated Value $50 - 70. View details	Unsold
Lot 849		1909-S Lincoln Cent. VDB. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Old Green Holder. A popular key date. The reverse exhibits strong eye appeal. Satiny matte surfaces explode with intense luster that collectors love to see on this low mintage rarity, the varying shades forming into a harmonious blend whose beauty lifts the spirits. Fully struck in all areas with pinpoint detailing on the tips of the Lincoln's curls as well as the bow tie, and all wheat lines on the reverse show with clarity. It'll be one of those happy days for the high bidder when he comes to claim this prize 1909-S VDB cent! (PCGS # 2428) . Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,795
Lot 850		1909-S Lincoln Cent. VDB. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. CAC Approved. A very choice example with a few scattered fly-specks. The reddish-orange surfaces are smooth from rim to rim with no obvious marks to report. Sharply struck and fully lustrous as are most of this first-year V.D.B. release from the San Francisco Mint. Both sides possess eye appeal to spare (PCGS # 2428) . Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 851		1909-S Lincoln Cent. VDB. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Well struck with lots of mint red. Only 484,000 minted. The first Lincoln Cents delivered by the San Francisco Mint in 1909 were of the now-popular V.D.B. variety. The Mint's decision to remove these initials from the lower reverse border resulted in a premature halt in production. The entire mintage of 309,000 Indian Cents dated 1909-S, was executed in January. Why no additional ones were coined is unknown, because the Lincoln dies were not ready until June. Like its Philadelphia Mint counterpart, 1909-S V.D.B. is usually well struck. The Holy Grail for Lincoln Cent collectors, the acquisition of a 1909-S V.D.B. cent like the present offering usually marks the completion of this series. It has been said that a number of other issues may be rarer in Mint State. Yet this cherished coin remains the most legendary regular-issue entry in terms of the number available in all grades. For years it has also been the most widely spoken about outside of the numismatic area. Fiery-gold to copper-red color covers much of the fields of this handsome coin. After the luster's work is performed in awing us with its beauty, we next see that the devices were struck with exactitude rarely found on other early S-mint Lincolns. Fortunately for collectors, once the public realized that coins with the V.D.B. would be replaced due to the outcry of the bold initials on the lower reverse, many were put aside. Hence, these have always been popular with collectors, and they have always found feverish demand (PCGS # 2427) . Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,220
Lot 852		1909-S Lincoln Cent. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Old Green Holder. A very persuasive lovely mint red gem. This blazing copper-bright beauty whose intense luster, sharp strike, and visual appeal are commensurate with the grade should attract a lot of bids. It bears none of the burdens of lesser quality specimens. The strike is strong, as expected for a first-year issue from the San Francisco Mint, with clear definition to the high points (PCGS # 2434) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,380
Lot 853		1914-D Lincoln Cent. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. A well struck example exhibiting full blazing mint red color. The surfaces radiate this intense luster and superb color with visual appeal far ahead of others. Meanwhile, all devices were struck smack on the dot at the required force by the dies. This left the design elements plain and clear-cut, with not one iota of weakness (unlike that found on some Lincoln cents from Denver parading around in the same numerical grade). In an old green label PCGS holder. Popular Key Date and always in demand. Pop 130; 55 in 65 Red, 3 in 66 Red (PCGS # 2473) . Note: 1914-D cents are generally better made than the D-Mint cents of 1911 through 1913 and those after 1916. Most show full details, with only occasional softening of the numerals and lettering. Recognized as a rarity since the 1930s, this issue was tied at $2.00 with its San Francisco cousin for the most highly rated Lincoln Cents in the 1935 Standard Catalog. With the growing popularity of this series, however, its value took off during the 1950s and early '60s. Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,613
Lot 854		1914-D Lincoln Cent. NGC graded MS-63 Red. Housed in a First Generation Holder. Lots of mint red. A lustrous example that has muted but full coppery luster. Meticulous strike on every device, including hair waves and bow tie; only some of the beard and cheek definition shows any rounding. As a group, the 1914-D cents range from average to sharper than average. They are seldom seen with the level of definition found on the early P-mint Lincoln cents. Minor obverse flyspecks in the left field (PCGS # 2473) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,680
Lot 855		1914-S Lincoln Cent. ICG graded MS-65 Red. A firery mint red example with a few scattered fly-specks. A very scarce coin in this lofty grade. Whereas your more typical Mint State '14-S has so-so detail (and is often struck from worn, weakened dies), according to our close observation, this piece shows almost outrageous levels of bold detail. The payoff of this arrives in the form of crisp hair on Lincoln and on all relief portions of the reverse including the wheat lines. Dare we say, far superior to most. Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $7,188
Lot 856		1914-S Lincoln Cent. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. A nice bold strike with full mint red that is slightly iridescent. Rich mint luster characterizes the surfaces on this lovely MS64. Nicely struck with just outstanding detail at the hair and coat, the wheat ears and elsewhere. Pop 131; 32 in 65 Red, 3 in 66 Red (PCGS # 2476) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 857		1916-S Lincoln Cent. ICG graded MS-65 Red. Our grade is MS-65 Red and Brown. Deep autumnal shades of red, gold, and brownish hues vie for dominance on this deeply attractive gem A lustrous specimen, it has some brighter highlights scattered here and there on both sides. Extremely sharp detail on all devices is definitely not typical for this issue; with present specimen we see a wonderful devices in the broad regions of crisp strike found on Lincoln, the wheat lines, and all legends. A remarkable coin. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. Ex Childs Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 858		1917-S Lincoln Cent. ICG graded MS-65 Red. Nice mint red color. Our grade is MS-64 Red. An appealing fresh red specimen, preserved carefully, and unmarred by strange discoloration or contact marks. Quite difficult to encounter in this nice a grade in full red. In light of that, we can also say this lovely '17-S is struck with extremely full details on both sides. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 859		1923-S Lincoln Cent. ICG graded MS-65 Red. A very scarce date in full MS65 Red. A blazing coppery golden specimen with rich brilliance and no areas of toning or spotting. Sharp and appealing, this is among the finest Gem MS65 examples of the date certified by ICG. In addition, the coin possesses a nice, clear-cut strike for all areas with outstanding detail at Lincoln's coat. The wheat lines are also full and complete. Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 860		1926-S Lincoln 1¢. NGC graded MS-63 Red & Brown. A scarce date when mint red shows. The strike is typical for the date, with softness due possibly to worn dies. Color is outstanding, including some lovely wood-grain appearance. Pop 60. Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 861		1930-S Lincoln Cent. ICG graded MS-67 Red. A mint red gem. Struck with methodical precision throughout. Decades ago, dozens of spotty rolls of 1930-P and 1930-S cents were on the market. From these came an occasional gem. And of those gems, only a handful of true Superb Gems like this handsome MS67 were revealed! Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 862		1931-S Lincoln Cent. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. Supremely original throughout, the surfaces show even coppery color and there are no obvious abrasions on either side. The devices were struck with determined force by the dies, thereby imparting all design elements in bold detail (PCGS # 2619) . Estimated Value $130 - 140. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $207
Lot 863		1936 Lincoln Cent. NGC graded Proof 66 Red & Brown. A sparkling gem of the finest order. The luster is unbeatable, the strike is entirely full, being quite crisp in all places. First-year issue with the new mirror-proof surface. In 1909-16, when Proof Lincoln cents were last struck, the Mint used a sand-blast technique to treat the surface of the coins. Now, full mirrors are used in 1936-42, and again 1950-present. Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,588
Lot 864		1941 MINT ERROR. Struck 5% Off Center. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Estimated Value $70 - 90. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $144
Lot 865		1955 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. NGC graded MS-61 Brown. A popular variety, the surface warm natural copper-brown with accents of luster glinting off the surface. Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,415
Lot 866		1955 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. NGC graded MS-61 Brown. Uniform drark reddish-brown with a few areas of black verdigris along the rim. Impressive doubling on the obverse. Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,300
Lot 867		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-66 Red. Old Green Holder. A lovely choice gem example. Pop 481; 17 finer, 16 in 67, 1 in 68 (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $891
Lot 868		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-66 Red. A lovely gem and an exemplary coin whose lustrous surface rolls in rich color. A precision strike on every device. In terms of originality, this 1972 doubled die cent is exactly like one of those coins which arise from an original roll: pristine and spot-free, and finer by far than 90% of the others in existence. Pop 481; 17 finer, 16 in 67, 1 in 68 (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $891
Lot 869		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-66 Red. A superb mint red example, glowing, fresh as though just fallen from the dies (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 870		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Old Green Holder. A fiery mint red Lincoln with absolutely gorgeous colors (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 871		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Pleasant subtle toning. Of all the 1972 doubled die cents which may fairly be described as Gems there is none that answers so completely to the description as this handsome PCGS graded coin (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $575
Lot 872		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. A lovely gem. Passing from the sharp portrait of Lincoln to where the reverse displays his famous memorial in Washington D.C., you would hardly notice any detractions in the fine detail. A fashionably fresh appearing example (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 873		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Old Green Holder. Another, this having sensational eye appeal. The magenta toning accents both sides quite nicely (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 874		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Quite appealing. Extra crisp detail on all relief portions, with the obverse doubling clear as a bell (easy to see in the pictures, but even more impressive when examined under a magnifying lens) (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 875		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Old Green Holder. Delicate toning can be seen on both sides (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 876		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. A blazing red gem. Lots of pizzazz (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 877		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Very clear doubling. An attractive near gem example (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $483
Lot 878		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Mint red and delicate magenta coloration is visible (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $460
Lot 879		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Lovely subdued toning (PCGS # 2950) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $460
Lot 880		1972 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. A pleasing gem example, brilliant and frosty. Pop 81; 5 finer in 66 (PCGS # 2949) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $540
Lot 881		1995 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-68 Red. Attractive mint red shades. Superb quality for the collector who demands the best! Pop 2,688; 1 finer in 69 (PCGS # 3127) . Estimated Value $170 - 190. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $98
Lot 882		1995 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-68 Red. Pop 2,688; 1 finer in 69 (PCGS # 3127) . Estimated Value $170 - 190. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $104
Lot 883		1995 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-68 Red. Lovely mint red colors. Pop 2,688; 1 finer in 69 (PCGS # 3127) . Estimated Value $170 - 190. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $104
Lot 884		1995 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-68 Red. A marvelous superb gem Lincoln. Pop 2,688; 1 finer in 69 (PCGS # 3127) . Estimated Value $170 - 190. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $104
Lot 885		1995 Lincoln Cent. Doubled die obverse. PCGS graded MS-68 Red. A beautiful choice gem coin. Pop 2,688; 1 finer in 69 (PCGS # 3127) . Estimated Value $170 - 190. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $104
Lot 886		A Pair of Mint Error Lincoln Cents. Consists of: 1918 MS63RB Broadstruck Edge Damage and 1943-S Steel Cent Struck 10% Off Center Damaged/Cleaned. A total of 2 coins. Estimated Value $50 - 60. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $138
Lot 887		A Lot of PCGS graded Lincoln Cents. Consists of: 1934 MS66RD, 1937 MS66RD, 1938-S MS66RD, 1942-D MS66RD, 1953-D MS66RD, 1954-D MS65RD, 1954-D MS66RD, 1955 MS65RD, 1955-D MS65RD, 1955-D MS66RD, 1956 MS65RD, 1956-D MS65RD, 1957-D MS65RD, 1957-D MS66RD, 1958 MS65RD, 1958 MS66RD, 1958-D MS65RD, 1958-D MS66RD. Some nice coins in this lot. A total of 18 pieces. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details	Realized $357
Lot 888		A Group of Slabbed Lincoln Proofs. Consists of: 1958 PCGS PR67RD, 1964 PCGS PR67RD, 1981-S PCGS PR68RDDCAM Type 1, and 2004-S PCGS PR68RDDCAM. A total of 4 coins. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold

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